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REPORTS or MASONIC MEETINGS — Craft Masonry 3 <> 3 Instruction 3 < 4 Mark Masonry 3 H Red Cross of Constantine 3 °±
Obituary J 3 Provincial Grand Mark Lodge of Cornwall J ° Toval Masonic liencvolent 1 institution 3 S Royal Masonic Institution for Boys 3 ? Funeral of the late Bro . Seager 3 i Our Grand Secretary 3 » S Persecution for Religion ' s Sake 3 ° " Masonic Amenities 3 U 0 CoRRESi ' ONnENCE : —
Provincial Oflicc J 7 Province of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight 3 ^ 7 Masonry and Tapestry : 3 » 7 Consecration of the Duke of Cornwall Lod [ ic , No . 1 S 39 367 Masonic Notes and Queries 3 <> 7 Melancholy Accident to a Liverpool Brother 36 S Masonic and General Tidings 36 S Lodge Meetings for Next Week iii . Advertisements i . i " ¦ , '»' ., v ., vi .
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Craft fftasaitruu VITRUVIAN LODGE ( No . 87 ) . —On Wednesday evening , the 10 th inst ., this lodge held its first meeting of the season at the White Hart Tavern , Collegestreet , Lambeth . The lodge was very largely attended , and one gentleman was initiated into the mysteries of the Craft by Bro . Timothy , W . M ., assisted by Bro . Nott , S . W ., Bro . Skirving , J . W ., and the other officers and brethren of
the lodge . The ceremony was performed in a very impressive manner , and after the other business of the lodge had been concluded , the brethren adjourned for refreshment , where a substantial repast was served in the banquetingroom by Bro . Isaac , the proprietor . After the Masonic toasts had been given in Bro . Timothy ' s usual impressive manner , songs were indulged in , and reference was made to the new lodge-room in connection with the house
now in course of erection at the corner of Belvedere-road and College-street , which is to take the place of the present White Hart . This will be a great boon , as the Vitruvian Lodge has grown to such proportions that the accommodation at the present house is not sufficient to meet its requirements . The new house will be opened in about two months hence , and special attention will be paid to meet the requirements of Masons .
PERFECT ASHLAR LODGE ( Ho . 1178 . ) — The regular meeting of this lodge took place on Thursday , the 4 th inst ., at the Bridge House Hctel , Southwark . The lodge was opened at five o ' clock punctual by Bro . Joseph Strck , W . M ., assisted by Bros . F . Garbett , I . P . M . ; J . A . Smith , P . M . ; T . Simpson , S . W . ; J . J . Bell , J . W . ; R . Challoner , Sec . ; J . Quincey , S . D . ; G . H . Forder , J . D . ;
E . Bridges , KG . ; and W . T . Laing , P . M ., Tyler . There was a large body of brethren present connected with the lodge . The list of visitors included Bros . James Stevens , P . M . 1426 ; Percy Stevens , 1426 ; R . Nelson , 1671 ; W . B . Trisk , 13 6 G ; and T . E . Davis , 1471 . The minutes of the previous meeting having been read and confirmed the lodge was opened in the Second and Third Degrees ,
and Bro . D . McPhcrson Murdoch was raised to the Sublime Degree of a M . M . Bro . W . K . Kelsey was afterwards passed to the Degree of F . C . The two Degrees were worked in a manner which was highly creditable to all concerned , from the W . M . downwards . This being election meeting the bye-laws were read in open lodge . The brethren then proceeded to ballot for a W . M . for the ensuing year ,
which was declared unanimously in favour of Bro . T . Simpson , S . W . A ballot for Treasurer then took place , Bro . F . H . Ebsworth , P . M ., being unanimously re-elected . Bro . W . T . Laing , P . M ., was re-elected Tyler . It was unanimously resolved that the sum of five guineas be taken from the funds of the lodge for the purpose of purchasing a jewel to be presented to Bro . J . Stock , W . M . ' , on his
retirement . All business being ended the lodge was closed according to ancient custom in due form , when the brethren retired to refreshment , provided by Bros . H . J . and W . J . Roberts . The usual toasts having been disposed of , Bros . W . Royal , R . Challoner , J . A . Smith , James Stevens . and others , amused the brethren until ten o ' clock , when the company separated . The installation will take place on Thursday , October 2 nd .
STAR LODGE ( No . 1275 ) . —The installation meeting of this lodge was held at the Ship Hotel , Greenwich , ° n Friday , the 5 th inst ., and was largely attended , the W . M ., Bro . C . Woolmer Williams , occupying the chair , and there also being present Bros . W . Kipps , S . W ., P . P . G . O . Kent , P . M ., & c . ; W . E . Williams , J . W ., P . M . 1538 ,
W . M . 1 O 2 ; Rev . Dr . G . R . P . Colles . ' P . P . G . C . Oxon , Chap . ; R . w . Williams , I . P . M ., Ph . D ., P . P . G . C ., P . P . G . S . B . Middx . ; H . \ . Green , P . M . ; \ . I . Limebeer , P . M . ; A . Tisley , Sec ; Marketis , S . D . ; L-auer , J . D . ; G . S . Wliott , KG ., W . M . 1623 ; C . Marr , D . C . ; [ . Turnbull , Reward ; J . Gilbert , Tyler ; W . Brough , W . E . Wil-
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liams , C . VI . Dye , W . Willson , R . C . Edmonds , W . H . Ashton , P . Brentini , J . T . Duperoy , G . V . Cavalier , L . M . Williams , A . Valentine , G . B . Dawson , J . E . Player , L . Zdzienicke , Whaley , Somervillf , W . Lake , P . M . ( Freemason . ) Visitors : Dr . Kalph Gooding , P . G . S ., P . M ., G . M . No . 1 . ; F . B . Wiiliams , P . M . 1532 , St . Martin ' s-le-Giand ; A . F . Jeffrey , P . M . 452 , G . J . D . Surrey ; A . Thomas , W . M .
M . iunt Edgcumbe , 1446 ; T . Griffiths , W . M . 1641 , Crichton ; E . ) . B . Bumstead , PM . 548 , Wellington ; E . C . Taylor , P . M . 11 , Enoch , Head Clerk R . M . I , for Boys ; W . D . Goldsmith , Sec . 1531 , Chislehurst ; A . Daren , J . W . 72 , Royal Jublilee ; j . J . I-Iutchings , J . W . r 47 , Jusiice ; W . H . Johnson , / 53 S , St . Maniii ' s-lc-Grand ; W . M . Crouch , 917 , Cosmopolitan ; T . Hunter , 114 ,
Palatine ; G . H . Dowsett , 79 , Pythagorean ; A . J . Jenkins , 1589 , St . Dunstan ' s ; Laverack , 917 , Cosmopolitan . After the confirmation of the minutes Mr . James C . Somerville was initiated into the ancient mysteries . A Board of Installed Masters was then formed , and Bro . Wm . Kipps , P . P . G . O . Kent , P . M ., & c , duly installed in the chair of King Solomon by the retiring W . M ., who
performed the ceremony in a very able manner . On the re-admittance of the brethren the W . M . received the customary salutes in each Degree , and the Installing- Master delivered the usual addresses from the pedestal . The W . M , theninvested"hisofficers for the coming year as follows : — Bros . C . W . Williams , I . P . M . ; W . E . Williams , P . M , 1 : 538 , W . M . 1 G 2 , S . W . ; Rev . Dr . G . R . P . Colles , P . P . G . C ,
Oxon , Chap . ; R . W . Williams , I . P . M ., Ph . D ., P . P . G . O ., P . P . G . S . B . Middle ., Org . ; J . | . Limebeer , P . M , Treas . ; A . Tisley , Sec ; Marketis , J . W . ; Leaper , S . D . ; G . S . Elliott , W . M . 1623 , J . D . ; C . Marr , KG . ; J . Turnbull , D . C . ; E . Lane , Stwd . ; J . Gilbert , Tyler . The W . M . then in the name of the lodge presented a handsome Past Master ' s jewel to Bro . C . Woolmer Williams on his
leaving the chair , at the same time expressing the sentiments of the brethren , thoroughly appreciating the value of the services rendered , and the able manner in which all the work of W . M . had been carried out . The brethren then adjourned to the customary banquet , which under the presidency of the W . M ., Bro . Kipps passed off admirably . The usual loyal and Masonic toasts were proposed and duly honoured , the proceedings
being enlivened by some excellent singing , Bro . R . W . Williams presiding at the pianoforte . During the evening Bro . Tisley , on behalf of Bro . Cavalier , presented to the lodge a very handsome cigar cabinet , beautifully fitted , and filled with " weeds " of the choicest brand . We need not say that the gift was received with thanks , and , judging from the cloud of incense offered up by the devotees , it was thoroughly appreciated . The proceedings closed at an early hour , all having spent a very enjoyable evening .
ARUNDEL . —Howard Lodge of Brotherly LoYe ( No . 5 6 ) . —An emergency meeting of the above lodge was held on Monday , the 1 st inst ., for the purpose of initiating Mr . A . E . Garwood , who was elected for initiation thirteen years ago , but , being ordered away , this was the first opportunity which has enabled that gentleman to present himself for initiation in the lodge of his
native town . The ceremony was ably performed by the W . M ., Bro . T . U . Price , P . M ., P . Prov . G . D . Sussex , and the E . A . Tracing Board was lucidly explained by the S . W ., Bro . E . E . Street , the following brethren being als" > in attendance : —Bros . G . T . Evershed , P . M ., Sec ; A . H . Smith , J . W . ; R . Garwood , P . M . ; T . Francis , P . M ., S . D . ; Neame , as KG . ; Robertson , Tyler ; and Downer and Bert .
GIBRALTAR . — Inhabitants Lodge ( No . 153 ) . —On Monday , the 1 st insr ., this lodge held its monthly meeting in their large suite of rooms in Armstrong-buildings , South . The fficers , all of whom were present , are Bros . Bacon , W . M . ; J . Cunningham , P . M . ; B . White , S . W . ; J . King , J . W . ; F . Mvatt . Sec ; H . Button , S . D . ; W . IK Allen , J . D . ; IK Clisson , M . C . ; O . Lyons ,
KG . ; C . Armstrong , Treas . ; together with a large gathering of members and visiting brethren . Mr . Forbes , to . gether with Mr . S . Evans , were duly accept ; d and admitted into the mysteries and privileges of the First Degree , after which the Second Degree was conferred on Bros . Brown and Stillman . Proposed alterations in the bye-laws were for some time after freely discussed , and finally left to a
committee to present a report at their next meeting . The J . D . reminded the brethren that Masonry being essentially a charitable institution , it was their bounden duty to strain every nerve to make the donations to our poor and needy brethren as large as possible , and he felt sure th ^ y would heartily support him with their help and talent in the concerts which would be given during the winter months solely
for that purpose . 'I he W . M . thanked the J . D . for bringing the subject forward , and promised him very cordial support for an object so thoroughly Masonic . After a few minor matters had been disposed of , the brethren proceeded to their large refreshment room , the large amount of business which had been gone through seeminp ; to have given them great zest for the good fare which had been placed
before them by their energetic Steward , Bro . Azopardi . The usual loyal toasts were very , feelingly proposed by the W . M ., and responded to very heartily , especially that of " Our Noble Grand Master . " The next toast , " The Initiates , " the W . M . assured the brethren was one to him of unspeakable pleasure at all times , but especially so on this occasion , on account of the strong recommendation they brought , and their well-known , useful , and blameless lives ,
and he felt a certain conviction that the two new initiates that night would prove good , honoured , and useful members among them . The initiates ros-, and Bro . Evans , in returning thanks , said it was impossible for him to find adequate words to confess the delight , surprise , and wonder at what he had seen , and the thankfulness he felt for the honour the brethren had done him , and promised , with all sincerity , to leave no stone unturned to prove his gratitude for kind-
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ness as unexpected as undeserved . Bro . Allen assured the lodge that he could remember no act in his past life which gave him such combined feelings of pride and pleasure as presenting to their respected W . M ., in the name of the brethren of the lodge , a token of theit admiration for the zeal he had shown as a Mason , his integrity as a man , and his steadfastness as a friend to
them all . Yet he felt that an apology was due , both to those whom he represented as well as to the recipient of the present , for his incapacity to adequately convey to the mind of Bro . Bacon the feeling which actuated the brethren in marking him out for so special an honour , but felt confident that a few simple words spoken in deep sincerity would be as congenial to his and their tastes and
feelings as the studied and perhaps exaggerated flattery of an accomplished speaker ; and in a speech of some length dwelt on those characteristic traits cf the W . M . which had been so bent ficial to the lodge , to himself , and the brethren , and appealed to them , that if they were ambitious for the position of W . M . they must study much and long , and curb all vain , unbecoming thoughts , bridle
their tongue , and above all endeavour to emulate the present occupant of that position , and prove themselves worthy to succeed a brother whose name is a synonym for integrity , enterprise , Masonic spirit and benevolence , and he trusted that their brother S . W . ( the W . M . apparent ) would next year remember who preceded him , knowing well he had the ability , and he fervently trusted
a want of zeal on his part would not mar a year which promised so much for the cause of Masonry at Gibraltar , and appealing to the brethren to show the W . M . that they desired to corroborate and endorse his remarks , and to do him especial honour , asking them to kindly stand up while he performed the closing , and to him intensely gratifying task of presenting Bro . E . Bacon , their W . M .,
with a very handsome musical album , containing the portraits of the brethren , and while assuring him , though it possessed no particular value in itself , he felt sure that in the mind of its recipient it possessed an intrinsic value above price , for it represented to him , though but poorly , the feeling of admiration , love , and respect which was felt for him , he earnestly hoped that when he left Gibraltar
his zeal would never be lessened , and that he might yet rise to higher position in the Order , and he knew the brethren would , and did , re-echo his prayer that the lives of himself and family might be one long continued tissue of health and happiness . Bros . Armstrong and King both expressed in concise , yet in a deep , feeling manner , their gratitude towards their W . M . and very heartily corroborated
the Junior Deacon ' s remarks . The W . M ., in reply , said the brethren had surprised him so much , by their embarrassing display of good will towards him , that he felt perfectly powerless to adequately thank them , and it was with feelings of gratitude such as are not often awakened , and can never be expressed , that he desired to thank and assure them from the very bottom of his heart that as
long as he lived he should never forget or fail to appreciate that manifestation of personal respect and grateful remembrance which had been so largely evinced towards him that night , r ni assured the brethren that the portraits within the " album " would help him to realise them all iii the future , with the greatest gratitude , tenderness , and consideration . It was quite true that the peace , happiness ,
and improvement of the lodge had ever been his fervent desire , but he was only to happy to acknowledge the great assistance he had rectived from all his officers , and the present prosperity of the lodge was mainly due to the hearty co-operation and Masonic zeal which actuated all . He entirely disclaimed meriting the encomiums which the speakers had showered upon him , but assured the lodge
that that night would ever be a green spot in his memory , and while he remained in Gibraltar his efforts would be , if possible , doubled for the good of the " Grand old Order , " and the prosperity of the lodge , and while he had life Masonry should ever find in him an ardent admirer . In concluding , he thanked them again andagain with the energy of a thousand thanks in each one , and with a heart too
full to permit him saying all he should like to , and begged to propose " The Health of the Officers of the Lodge , " to whom all owed so much , and to all of whom he was so deeply indebted , coupling with the toast the name of the Senior Warden , Bro . White . Bro . White in responding expressed his gratitude to the Worshipful Master for proposing in such congenial terms their healths , and to
the brethren for the very hearty manner in which they had responded to it . He assured the W . M . that there was felt for him a unanimous sentiment of kindness , affection , admiraticnand love , and felt sure that the knowledge of these sentiments must make him happy . Having passed a compliment to Bro . Allen for his speech , he assured the lodge that should they deem fit to place him in the position of
W . M . next 5 'ear he would , please God , do his very utmost to merit their approbation , and would endeavour to hand over the collar and jewels of office in the same unsullied form as he knew Bro . Bacon would . The W . M . begged permission to propose the health of an old benefactor to the lodge , and spoke in highly flattering terms of P . M . Cunningham's services to the lodge , his kindliness of disposition , and his disinterested zeal for Masonry . The call
was very heartily responded to , testifying to the popularity of Bro . Cunningham , who feelingly replied in a few terse sentences , saying that the prosperity of the lodge was his constant thought and prayer , and after speaking in terms of kindly feeling towards the W . M ., the Tyler ' s toast brought to a close an evening which will live in the remembrance of all who were there as one of the most pleasant , enjoyable , and instructive this prosperous old iodge has ever had .
SOUTHAMPTON . —Peace and Harmony Lodge ( No . 359 ) . —An emergency meeting of this lodge , held on Thursday , was attended by special invitation by representatives of the Royal Gloucester , Southampton
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Contents.
CONTENTS .
REPORTS or MASONIC MEETINGS — Craft Masonry 3 <> 3 Instruction 3 < 4 Mark Masonry 3 H Red Cross of Constantine 3 °±
Obituary J 3 Provincial Grand Mark Lodge of Cornwall J ° Toval Masonic liencvolent 1 institution 3 S Royal Masonic Institution for Boys 3 ? Funeral of the late Bro . Seager 3 i Our Grand Secretary 3 » S Persecution for Religion ' s Sake 3 ° " Masonic Amenities 3 U 0 CoRRESi ' ONnENCE : —
Provincial Oflicc J 7 Province of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight 3 ^ 7 Masonry and Tapestry : 3 » 7 Consecration of the Duke of Cornwall Lod [ ic , No . 1 S 39 367 Masonic Notes and Queries 3 <> 7 Melancholy Accident to a Liverpool Brother 36 S Masonic and General Tidings 36 S Lodge Meetings for Next Week iii . Advertisements i . i " ¦ , '»' ., v ., vi .
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REPORTS , etc ., intended for insertion in current number , should reach the Office , ( 198 , Fleet-street ) , by Six o'clock p . m ., on Wednesdays .
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REPORTS OF MASONIC MEETINGS .
Craft fftasaitruu VITRUVIAN LODGE ( No . 87 ) . —On Wednesday evening , the 10 th inst ., this lodge held its first meeting of the season at the White Hart Tavern , Collegestreet , Lambeth . The lodge was very largely attended , and one gentleman was initiated into the mysteries of the Craft by Bro . Timothy , W . M ., assisted by Bro . Nott , S . W ., Bro . Skirving , J . W ., and the other officers and brethren of
the lodge . The ceremony was performed in a very impressive manner , and after the other business of the lodge had been concluded , the brethren adjourned for refreshment , where a substantial repast was served in the banquetingroom by Bro . Isaac , the proprietor . After the Masonic toasts had been given in Bro . Timothy ' s usual impressive manner , songs were indulged in , and reference was made to the new lodge-room in connection with the house
now in course of erection at the corner of Belvedere-road and College-street , which is to take the place of the present White Hart . This will be a great boon , as the Vitruvian Lodge has grown to such proportions that the accommodation at the present house is not sufficient to meet its requirements . The new house will be opened in about two months hence , and special attention will be paid to meet the requirements of Masons .
PERFECT ASHLAR LODGE ( Ho . 1178 . ) — The regular meeting of this lodge took place on Thursday , the 4 th inst ., at the Bridge House Hctel , Southwark . The lodge was opened at five o ' clock punctual by Bro . Joseph Strck , W . M ., assisted by Bros . F . Garbett , I . P . M . ; J . A . Smith , P . M . ; T . Simpson , S . W . ; J . J . Bell , J . W . ; R . Challoner , Sec . ; J . Quincey , S . D . ; G . H . Forder , J . D . ;
E . Bridges , KG . ; and W . T . Laing , P . M ., Tyler . There was a large body of brethren present connected with the lodge . The list of visitors included Bros . James Stevens , P . M . 1426 ; Percy Stevens , 1426 ; R . Nelson , 1671 ; W . B . Trisk , 13 6 G ; and T . E . Davis , 1471 . The minutes of the previous meeting having been read and confirmed the lodge was opened in the Second and Third Degrees ,
and Bro . D . McPhcrson Murdoch was raised to the Sublime Degree of a M . M . Bro . W . K . Kelsey was afterwards passed to the Degree of F . C . The two Degrees were worked in a manner which was highly creditable to all concerned , from the W . M . downwards . This being election meeting the bye-laws were read in open lodge . The brethren then proceeded to ballot for a W . M . for the ensuing year ,
which was declared unanimously in favour of Bro . T . Simpson , S . W . A ballot for Treasurer then took place , Bro . F . H . Ebsworth , P . M ., being unanimously re-elected . Bro . W . T . Laing , P . M ., was re-elected Tyler . It was unanimously resolved that the sum of five guineas be taken from the funds of the lodge for the purpose of purchasing a jewel to be presented to Bro . J . Stock , W . M . ' , on his
retirement . All business being ended the lodge was closed according to ancient custom in due form , when the brethren retired to refreshment , provided by Bros . H . J . and W . J . Roberts . The usual toasts having been disposed of , Bros . W . Royal , R . Challoner , J . A . Smith , James Stevens . and others , amused the brethren until ten o ' clock , when the company separated . The installation will take place on Thursday , October 2 nd .
STAR LODGE ( No . 1275 ) . —The installation meeting of this lodge was held at the Ship Hotel , Greenwich , ° n Friday , the 5 th inst ., and was largely attended , the W . M ., Bro . C . Woolmer Williams , occupying the chair , and there also being present Bros . W . Kipps , S . W ., P . P . G . O . Kent , P . M ., & c . ; W . E . Williams , J . W ., P . M . 1538 ,
W . M . 1 O 2 ; Rev . Dr . G . R . P . Colles . ' P . P . G . C . Oxon , Chap . ; R . w . Williams , I . P . M ., Ph . D ., P . P . G . C ., P . P . G . S . B . Middx . ; H . \ . Green , P . M . ; \ . I . Limebeer , P . M . ; A . Tisley , Sec ; Marketis , S . D . ; L-auer , J . D . ; G . S . Wliott , KG ., W . M . 1623 ; C . Marr , D . C . ; [ . Turnbull , Reward ; J . Gilbert , Tyler ; W . Brough , W . E . Wil-
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liams , C . VI . Dye , W . Willson , R . C . Edmonds , W . H . Ashton , P . Brentini , J . T . Duperoy , G . V . Cavalier , L . M . Williams , A . Valentine , G . B . Dawson , J . E . Player , L . Zdzienicke , Whaley , Somervillf , W . Lake , P . M . ( Freemason . ) Visitors : Dr . Kalph Gooding , P . G . S ., P . M ., G . M . No . 1 . ; F . B . Wiiliams , P . M . 1532 , St . Martin ' s-le-Giand ; A . F . Jeffrey , P . M . 452 , G . J . D . Surrey ; A . Thomas , W . M .
M . iunt Edgcumbe , 1446 ; T . Griffiths , W . M . 1641 , Crichton ; E . ) . B . Bumstead , PM . 548 , Wellington ; E . C . Taylor , P . M . 11 , Enoch , Head Clerk R . M . I , for Boys ; W . D . Goldsmith , Sec . 1531 , Chislehurst ; A . Daren , J . W . 72 , Royal Jublilee ; j . J . I-Iutchings , J . W . r 47 , Jusiice ; W . H . Johnson , / 53 S , St . Maniii ' s-lc-Grand ; W . M . Crouch , 917 , Cosmopolitan ; T . Hunter , 114 ,
Palatine ; G . H . Dowsett , 79 , Pythagorean ; A . J . Jenkins , 1589 , St . Dunstan ' s ; Laverack , 917 , Cosmopolitan . After the confirmation of the minutes Mr . James C . Somerville was initiated into the ancient mysteries . A Board of Installed Masters was then formed , and Bro . Wm . Kipps , P . P . G . O . Kent , P . M ., & c , duly installed in the chair of King Solomon by the retiring W . M ., who
performed the ceremony in a very able manner . On the re-admittance of the brethren the W . M . received the customary salutes in each Degree , and the Installing- Master delivered the usual addresses from the pedestal . The W . M , theninvested"hisofficers for the coming year as follows : — Bros . C . W . Williams , I . P . M . ; W . E . Williams , P . M , 1 : 538 , W . M . 1 G 2 , S . W . ; Rev . Dr . G . R . P . Colles , P . P . G . C ,
Oxon , Chap . ; R . W . Williams , I . P . M ., Ph . D ., P . P . G . O ., P . P . G . S . B . Middle ., Org . ; J . | . Limebeer , P . M , Treas . ; A . Tisley , Sec ; Marketis , J . W . ; Leaper , S . D . ; G . S . Elliott , W . M . 1623 , J . D . ; C . Marr , KG . ; J . Turnbull , D . C . ; E . Lane , Stwd . ; J . Gilbert , Tyler . The W . M . then in the name of the lodge presented a handsome Past Master ' s jewel to Bro . C . Woolmer Williams on his
leaving the chair , at the same time expressing the sentiments of the brethren , thoroughly appreciating the value of the services rendered , and the able manner in which all the work of W . M . had been carried out . The brethren then adjourned to the customary banquet , which under the presidency of the W . M ., Bro . Kipps passed off admirably . The usual loyal and Masonic toasts were proposed and duly honoured , the proceedings
being enlivened by some excellent singing , Bro . R . W . Williams presiding at the pianoforte . During the evening Bro . Tisley , on behalf of Bro . Cavalier , presented to the lodge a very handsome cigar cabinet , beautifully fitted , and filled with " weeds " of the choicest brand . We need not say that the gift was received with thanks , and , judging from the cloud of incense offered up by the devotees , it was thoroughly appreciated . The proceedings closed at an early hour , all having spent a very enjoyable evening .
ARUNDEL . —Howard Lodge of Brotherly LoYe ( No . 5 6 ) . —An emergency meeting of the above lodge was held on Monday , the 1 st inst ., for the purpose of initiating Mr . A . E . Garwood , who was elected for initiation thirteen years ago , but , being ordered away , this was the first opportunity which has enabled that gentleman to present himself for initiation in the lodge of his
native town . The ceremony was ably performed by the W . M ., Bro . T . U . Price , P . M ., P . Prov . G . D . Sussex , and the E . A . Tracing Board was lucidly explained by the S . W ., Bro . E . E . Street , the following brethren being als" > in attendance : —Bros . G . T . Evershed , P . M ., Sec ; A . H . Smith , J . W . ; R . Garwood , P . M . ; T . Francis , P . M ., S . D . ; Neame , as KG . ; Robertson , Tyler ; and Downer and Bert .
GIBRALTAR . — Inhabitants Lodge ( No . 153 ) . —On Monday , the 1 st insr ., this lodge held its monthly meeting in their large suite of rooms in Armstrong-buildings , South . The fficers , all of whom were present , are Bros . Bacon , W . M . ; J . Cunningham , P . M . ; B . White , S . W . ; J . King , J . W . ; F . Mvatt . Sec ; H . Button , S . D . ; W . IK Allen , J . D . ; IK Clisson , M . C . ; O . Lyons ,
KG . ; C . Armstrong , Treas . ; together with a large gathering of members and visiting brethren . Mr . Forbes , to . gether with Mr . S . Evans , were duly accept ; d and admitted into the mysteries and privileges of the First Degree , after which the Second Degree was conferred on Bros . Brown and Stillman . Proposed alterations in the bye-laws were for some time after freely discussed , and finally left to a
committee to present a report at their next meeting . The J . D . reminded the brethren that Masonry being essentially a charitable institution , it was their bounden duty to strain every nerve to make the donations to our poor and needy brethren as large as possible , and he felt sure th ^ y would heartily support him with their help and talent in the concerts which would be given during the winter months solely
for that purpose . 'I he W . M . thanked the J . D . for bringing the subject forward , and promised him very cordial support for an object so thoroughly Masonic . After a few minor matters had been disposed of , the brethren proceeded to their large refreshment room , the large amount of business which had been gone through seeminp ; to have given them great zest for the good fare which had been placed
before them by their energetic Steward , Bro . Azopardi . The usual loyal toasts were very , feelingly proposed by the W . M ., and responded to very heartily , especially that of " Our Noble Grand Master . " The next toast , " The Initiates , " the W . M . assured the brethren was one to him of unspeakable pleasure at all times , but especially so on this occasion , on account of the strong recommendation they brought , and their well-known , useful , and blameless lives ,
and he felt a certain conviction that the two new initiates that night would prove good , honoured , and useful members among them . The initiates ros-, and Bro . Evans , in returning thanks , said it was impossible for him to find adequate words to confess the delight , surprise , and wonder at what he had seen , and the thankfulness he felt for the honour the brethren had done him , and promised , with all sincerity , to leave no stone unturned to prove his gratitude for kind-
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ness as unexpected as undeserved . Bro . Allen assured the lodge that he could remember no act in his past life which gave him such combined feelings of pride and pleasure as presenting to their respected W . M ., in the name of the brethren of the lodge , a token of theit admiration for the zeal he had shown as a Mason , his integrity as a man , and his steadfastness as a friend to
them all . Yet he felt that an apology was due , both to those whom he represented as well as to the recipient of the present , for his incapacity to adequately convey to the mind of Bro . Bacon the feeling which actuated the brethren in marking him out for so special an honour , but felt confident that a few simple words spoken in deep sincerity would be as congenial to his and their tastes and
feelings as the studied and perhaps exaggerated flattery of an accomplished speaker ; and in a speech of some length dwelt on those characteristic traits cf the W . M . which had been so bent ficial to the lodge , to himself , and the brethren , and appealed to them , that if they were ambitious for the position of W . M . they must study much and long , and curb all vain , unbecoming thoughts , bridle
their tongue , and above all endeavour to emulate the present occupant of that position , and prove themselves worthy to succeed a brother whose name is a synonym for integrity , enterprise , Masonic spirit and benevolence , and he trusted that their brother S . W . ( the W . M . apparent ) would next year remember who preceded him , knowing well he had the ability , and he fervently trusted
a want of zeal on his part would not mar a year which promised so much for the cause of Masonry at Gibraltar , and appealing to the brethren to show the W . M . that they desired to corroborate and endorse his remarks , and to do him especial honour , asking them to kindly stand up while he performed the closing , and to him intensely gratifying task of presenting Bro . E . Bacon , their W . M .,
with a very handsome musical album , containing the portraits of the brethren , and while assuring him , though it possessed no particular value in itself , he felt sure that in the mind of its recipient it possessed an intrinsic value above price , for it represented to him , though but poorly , the feeling of admiration , love , and respect which was felt for him , he earnestly hoped that when he left Gibraltar
his zeal would never be lessened , and that he might yet rise to higher position in the Order , and he knew the brethren would , and did , re-echo his prayer that the lives of himself and family might be one long continued tissue of health and happiness . Bros . Armstrong and King both expressed in concise , yet in a deep , feeling manner , their gratitude towards their W . M . and very heartily corroborated
the Junior Deacon ' s remarks . The W . M ., in reply , said the brethren had surprised him so much , by their embarrassing display of good will towards him , that he felt perfectly powerless to adequately thank them , and it was with feelings of gratitude such as are not often awakened , and can never be expressed , that he desired to thank and assure them from the very bottom of his heart that as
long as he lived he should never forget or fail to appreciate that manifestation of personal respect and grateful remembrance which had been so largely evinced towards him that night , r ni assured the brethren that the portraits within the " album " would help him to realise them all iii the future , with the greatest gratitude , tenderness , and consideration . It was quite true that the peace , happiness ,
and improvement of the lodge had ever been his fervent desire , but he was only to happy to acknowledge the great assistance he had rectived from all his officers , and the present prosperity of the lodge was mainly due to the hearty co-operation and Masonic zeal which actuated all . He entirely disclaimed meriting the encomiums which the speakers had showered upon him , but assured the lodge
that that night would ever be a green spot in his memory , and while he remained in Gibraltar his efforts would be , if possible , doubled for the good of the " Grand old Order , " and the prosperity of the lodge , and while he had life Masonry should ever find in him an ardent admirer . In concluding , he thanked them again andagain with the energy of a thousand thanks in each one , and with a heart too
full to permit him saying all he should like to , and begged to propose " The Health of the Officers of the Lodge , " to whom all owed so much , and to all of whom he was so deeply indebted , coupling with the toast the name of the Senior Warden , Bro . White . Bro . White in responding expressed his gratitude to the Worshipful Master for proposing in such congenial terms their healths , and to
the brethren for the very hearty manner in which they had responded to it . He assured the W . M . that there was felt for him a unanimous sentiment of kindness , affection , admiraticnand love , and felt sure that the knowledge of these sentiments must make him happy . Having passed a compliment to Bro . Allen for his speech , he assured the lodge that should they deem fit to place him in the position of
W . M . next 5 'ear he would , please God , do his very utmost to merit their approbation , and would endeavour to hand over the collar and jewels of office in the same unsullied form as he knew Bro . Bacon would . The W . M . begged permission to propose the health of an old benefactor to the lodge , and spoke in highly flattering terms of P . M . Cunningham's services to the lodge , his kindliness of disposition , and his disinterested zeal for Masonry . The call
was very heartily responded to , testifying to the popularity of Bro . Cunningham , who feelingly replied in a few terse sentences , saying that the prosperity of the lodge was his constant thought and prayer , and after speaking in terms of kindly feeling towards the W . M ., the Tyler ' s toast brought to a close an evening which will live in the remembrance of all who were there as one of the most pleasant , enjoyable , and instructive this prosperous old iodge has ever had .
SOUTHAMPTON . —Peace and Harmony Lodge ( No . 359 ) . —An emergency meeting of this lodge , held on Thursday , was attended by special invitation by representatives of the Royal Gloucester , Southampton