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Article THE MASONIC MUDDLE IN QUEBEC. Page 1 of 1 Article OPENING OF THE BROWNRIGG LODGE OF INSTRUCTION. Page 1 of 1 Article SOIREE AND BALL OF THE SHAKES PEARE LODGE, No.1009, MANCHESTER. Page 1 of 1 Article SOIREE AND BALL OF THE SHAKES PEARE LODGE, No.1009, MANCHESTER. Page 1 of 1 Article LODGE OF ISRAEL BALL. Page 1 of 1 Article ENTERTAINMENT AT THE GIR'S' SCHOOL. Page 1 of 1 Article PRESENTATION TO MR. H. J. HITCHINS. Page 1 of 1 Article WEST LANCASHIRE MASONIC EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION. Page 1 of 1 Article WEST LANCASHIRE MASONIC EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION. Page 1 of 1 Article ROYAL MASONIC INSTITUTION FOR BOYS. Page 1 of 1 Article ROYAL MASONIC BENEVOLENT INSTITUTION. Page 1 of 1
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The Masonic Muddle In Quebec.
THE MASONIC MUDDLE IN QUEBEC .
Considerable interest is evinced in Masonic circles over the action of the Grand Master of Quebec in issuing an edict of non-intercourse against the Grand Lodge of England . While the sympathies of the Craft here is openly extended to the Grand Lodge of Quebec , it is admitted that the English lodges now working in Montreal are perfectly legal , and exist by virtue of a concordat made by Lord
Zetland , representing the Grand Lodge of England , and Grand Master Judge Wilson of the Grand Lodge of Canada . This concordat was honourably observed by both the Grand Bodies of England and Canada until the formation of the Grand Lodge of Quebec . Latterly this body found its dignity hurt and its jurisdiction menaced by the existence of the lodges referred to , and petition after petition has been sent to the Prince of Wales requesting
the withdrawal of the warrants . After considerable correspondence the matter finally came up in the Grand Lodge of England at its December communication , and that board unanimously refused to accede to the request of Quebec . This action seems to have annoyed the brethren in oursister provinces , hence Grand Master Johnson ' s edict . This is how the matter stands at present , and all interest centres in the approaching meeting of the Grand Lodge of
Quebec , which opens at Montreal on January 2 Sth , when he . edict of non-intercourse will be'discussed , and most likely approved . Just now it seems as if the Grand Lodge of Canada will be drawn into the fight , along with the majority of American Grand Lodges . In the event of the Grand Lodge of Canada taking the Quebec side in this unfortunate quarrel it is said the Prince of Wales will
authorise the chartering of English lodges in Ontario . Knowing ones predict a recognition of the Grand Lodge of Ontario should the Grand Lodge of Canada depart from a strictly neutral attitude . At present writing all is conjecture as to the course that will be pursued by the American grand bodies , but already a number of Grand Masters have telegraphed their approval of Quebec ' s position to Grand Master Johnson . —Toronto World .
Opening Of The Brownrigg Lodge Of Instruction.
OPENING OF THE BROWNRIGG LODGE OF INSTRUCTION .
On Monday evening Bro . the Rev . C . W . Arnold , P . G . C ., Deputy P . G . M . Surrey , attended at the Alexandria Hotel , Kingston Hill , to formally open the Browntigg Lodge of Instruction , and for the enlightment of the members he rehearsed the ceremony of consecration .
There was formerly a lodge of instruction held under the warrant of the Brownrigg Lodge , No . 1 G 3 S , at the Sun Hotel , Kingston , but it was so poorly attended that the meetings were discontinued . Meanwhile a few brethren had been assembling for mutual instruction , first at Bro . Kent ' s , and then , on his leaving Kingston , at Bro . Matthews's house , already named . The progress made
by those who thus assembled was so marked that others of the fraternity wished to participate in the advantages thus obtained , and the consent of the Brownrigg Lodge was obtained for the tutelatary branch to be moved to the Alexandra Hotel . Bro . John Drewett , J . W . 1638 , undertook the duties of Secretary , and with the aid of Bros . A . Laurence , P . G . S . D . Surrey , I . P . M . 163 S ; Lane , P . M . 1 C 3 S ; Oldridge , P . M . 163 S , and other good brethren .
He was able to make all the arrangements and carry them out satisfactorily . The opening ceremony took place in the presence of a goodly assembly , all the neighbouring lodges being represented , and the admirable working of the V . W . Deputy P . G . M . made a great impression upon those who had not before witnessed it . The assisting officers were Bros . Elsam , P . P . G . S . B . Surrey , P . M . SSo , & o , as S . W . ; A . Laurence , J . W . ; Bond , P . M . SSo , S . D . ; Oldridge , J . D . ; and J . W . Mowman , S . W .
G 3 S , I . G . After the ceremony the brethren entertained Bro . Arnold at supper , P . D . P . G . M . warmly congratulated all upon the start thus so well made . for improvement in Masonic knowledge .
Soiree And Ball Of The Shakes Peare Lodge, No.1009, Manchester.
SOIREE AND BALL OF THE SHAKES PEARE LODGE , No . 1009 , MANCHESTER .
On Monday , the and inst ., a most enjoyable gathering assembled in the Freemajons' Hall , Cooper-street , the object being to bring together the wives , sisters , and daughters of brethren belonging to this highly- esteemed lodge , and extend to them a taste of that
hospitality for which Freemasons enjoy a reputation . To our mind soirees , although they may not be very profitable to a lodge from a financial point of view , nevertheless do a large amount of good socially , inasmuch as they afford the ladies a few hours' enjoyment , and give them an opportunity of cultivating each ' other ' s acquaintance , and observing that our grand principle of brotherly love is not a mere
snam . It is some years since the Shakespeare Lodge ventured on a soiree , and the present one was simply the result of an impromptu conversation , held a short time since between Bros . Carter , W . M ., Halden , and one or two others . The result was , however , a complete success , and the brethren who formed the Committee of Management are to be congratulated thereon .
The first portion of the evening was set apart for a concert , which took place in the lodge room . Bro . Frank Hollins , P . M ., was entrusted with the arrangements for the concert , and our talented brother satisfactorily fulfilled his duties . During the first part of the concert Miss Watson sang two songs most creditably , as also did Bro . Hollins .
wo . K . K , Lisenden contributed a humorous song , and A Pf . f ° rmed his imitations on the English concertina , and Miss Ellis played two solos on the piano , the company , numbering 75 , then adjourned to supper , Which had been admirably laid out by Bro . Phillips , and when the company were seated a very pretty " coup d'eoil " was presented . After Rlinnpr Hin fnacfc rtf ( l * n , « O .. ) : <( TU „ \ X / AT It
ft ? « . Ladies " were proposed and responded to , and men the ladies and brethren assembled again in the lodge room , where the second part of the concert was gone Miss Watson again delighted the company with her singing , whilst Bro . W . O . Pettitt played a solo and also * ang , By this time the banquet room had been cleared for
Soiree And Ball Of The Shakes Peare Lodge, No.1009, Manchester.
dancing , which was kept up until the small hours of the morning , when the company separated , after having thoroughly enjoyed themselves . _ Bro . Slack performed the important duties of M . C ., and right worthily he fulfilled them , being both courteous and energetic . Bro . W . O . Pettitt and a professional cornist played the dance music . The following ladies and brethren were present : Bro .
Carter , W . M ., Mrs . and Miss Carter ; Bro . George Hunt , P . M . ; Bro . Hartley , P . M . ; Bro . G . W . Wilson , P . M ., and Mrs . Wilson ; Bro . Statham , P . M ., P . P . G . T ., Mrs . Statbam , and Miss Hardcastle ; Bro . Frand Hollings , P . M . ; Bro . D . Edwards , P . M . iygj , and Mrs . Edwards ; Bro . Drinkwater , Mrs . and Miss Drinkwater , and the Misses BowUer ; Bro . and Mrs . Brookes ; Bro ., Mrs ., and the
Misses Milne ; Bro . E . Smith , Sec . 317 , and Mrs . Smith ; Bro . Allott , Mrs . Allott , and Miss Jackson ; Bro . and Mrs . Halden , Bro ., Mrs ., and Miss Radford ; Bro . and Mrs . Enticknap ; Bro . and Miss Everatt , Mr . and Mrs . Pullen , Mr . and Mrs . Behnison , Mr . and Mrs . Farrel and Miss Turner , Mr . and Miss Evans ; and Miss Start , Mr . and
Mrs . Green , Mr . and Mrs . Armstrong , Misses Holloway , Beardsall , Watson , and Ellis ; Bros . Craven , Kenyon , Rome , Stark , Everatt , Pettitt , and AUitt ; Messrs . Smyley , Poppleton , Collins , A . B . Rome , Goddard , Simpson , Ward , Craven , Edwards , jun ., and Bro . R . R . Lisenden , S . W . 317 ( Freemason ) and Mrs . Lisenden .
Lodge Of Israel Ball.
LODGE OF ISRAEL BALL .
A ball in aid of the Benevolent Fund of the Lodge of Israel , No . 205 , was held on the 4 th inst ., at Cannon-street Hotel , under the distinguished patronage of Bro . the Right Hon . the Lord Mayor and Lady Mayoress and several distinguished members of the Craft , in full regalia . The ball was in every respect a great success , the company mustering nearly 400 . Messrs . Coote and Tinney ' s band was in
attendance , Bro . J . Jarvis proving himself , as usual , an efficient M . C . The arrangements made by the Ball Committee were admirable , leaving nothing to be desired , and particular praise must be accorded to the Chairman of the Ball Committee , Bro . A . J . Henochsberg , P . M . 1502 , and S . W . ; Hon . Secretary , Bro . J . Da Silva , P . M . ; Captain of Stewards , Bro . J , Jacobs , J . D . ; and Deputy Captain , Bro . H . ) . Phillips , P . M ., by whom the ball was promoted ,
and to whose indefatigable efforts and exertions , both before and as Stewards during the ball , its success is mainly due . A capital staff of Stewards officiated during the evening , under the directions of their Captain , who carried out their duties to perfection and without a single hitch , and , considering the great company assembled , must be flattered for the efficient manner in which their various duties were performed .
We learn that , financially , the ball was a great success , and the proceeds will result far better than the Committee were led to anticipate . After providing a most enjoyable evening ' s entertainment , they will be able to hand over a good round sum to the Benevolent Fund of the lodge . We may add that this was the first ball held by the lodge , and the Committee have every reason to congratulate themselves on its success .
Entertainment At The Gir's' School.
ENTERTAINMENT AT THE GIR'S' SCHOOL .
On Friday evening , the Cth inst ., Mr . Gerald Davies , son of Bro . Edward C . Davies , gave an entertainmentventriloquial and mimetic—to the entire school . A large number were present , who professed themselves much pleased with the clever efforts of the young ventriloquist ,
and thanked him warmly , on behalf of the children , who were delighted with his performances , especially the scenes with his most amusing puppets . A little additional variety was given by the pianoforte playing and singing of Mrs . E . C . Davies , who also received many courteous expressions of thanks and approval . The evening was brought to a satisfactory conclusion by the children enjoying a dance in the large hall .
Presentation To Mr. H. J. Hitchins.
PRESENTATION TO MR . H . J . HITCHINS .
On Thursday evening , the 22 nd ult ., at the Hotel de Paris , Leicester-square , in a large room kindly placed at the disposal of the committee by Mr . Vargues , the proprietor , Bro . Harry Paulton occupying the chair , and Mr . 1 . Simmonds acting as secretary , Mr . H . J . Hitchins was the recipient of a very handsome black marble clock , by
Benson , and an illuminated vellum containing the names of seventy-eight subscribers , embodying the late directors , actors , actresses , and employes back and front , of the Empire Theatre . The clock and vellum bore the inscription : — " Presented to Mr . H . J . Hitchins on his resigning the post of Acting Manager of the Empire Theatre , by those associated with him during his tenure of office , as a mark of esteem and respect . "
West Lancashire Masonic Educational Institution.
WEST LANCASHIRE MASONIC EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION .
A meeting of the General Committee of the above Iastitution was held on Friday , the Cth inst ., at the Masonic Hall , Hope-street , Liverpool , under the presidency of Bro . Councillor J . Houlding , P . P . G . R . Nineteen applications were made on behalf of the children of deceased and
distressed Masons to be placed on the list of candidates for election at the March Court of Governors , all of which were adopted for recommendation , it being mentioned that the expenditure for their education , & c , would involve the additional sum of £ 144 . The Committee further agreed to recommend that the sum of £ 30 should be granted for the advancement of
children who had been on the foundation of the Charity . Four special applications on behalf of children as recipients of the full benefits of the Institution were referred to the House Committee for consideration . On the motion of Bro . Dr . J . K . SMITH , P . P . G . Reg .,
seconded by Bro . Councillor W . J . LUNT , P . P . G . Treas ., a vote of thanks was cordially passed to Bro . Houlding for his conduct in the chair . The portrait of Bro . the Right Hon . the Earl of Lathom , Prov . G . M . West Lancashire , presented to his lordship at the Town Hall on the occasion of the Masonic ball there ,
West Lancashire Masonic Educational Institution.
was placed in its position in the large lodge room ; and there was general praise accorded to Mr . Haynes Williams , the artist , for the admirable manner in which he had executed his commission .
Royal Masonic Institution For Boys.
ROYAL MASONIC INSTITUTION FOR BOYS .
The monthly meeting of the General Committee was held as usual at Freemasons' Hall , on Saturday last , the 7 th inst . Bro . Raynham W . Stewart , P . G . D ., presided , and among those present were Bros . J . L . Mather , A . F . Godson , W . Roebuck , P . G . Stwd . ; Edgar Bowyer , P . G .
Std . Br . ; R . Berridge , J . Moon , C . F . Hogard , Frank Richardson , P . G . D . ; John C . Woodrow , T . Hastings Miller , Walter Hopekirk , H . Hacker , A . J . Caine , C . F . Matier , F . Adlard , Charles Belton , W . H . Saunders , T . Cubitt , P . G . P . ; C . H . Webb , J . S . Cumberland , A . E . Gladwell , Geo . Motion , W . Maple , W . Paas , H . S . Goodall , Geo . O . Gillard , W . A . Scurrah , R . Barham , R .
J . Taylor , G . P . Festa , and F . Binckes , Secretary . The minutes of the previous meeting having been read and confirmed , and those of the last Quarterly Court and House Committee read for information , a letter from Messrs . Hopwood and Sons on behalf of Mrs . Creaton was read , expressing thanks for the resolution of sympathy with her at the death of Bro . Col . Creaton . The report
of the Audit Committee was submitted , and a resolution passed in accordance therewith . Of two petitions submitted on behalf of candidates for the October election , one was accepted and the other rejected . Grants of £$ each were made to three ex-pupils . Vacancies on the House Committee caused by the election of Bros . Roebuck
and Raynham W . Stewart were reported , and four brethren were nominated to fill them , namely , Bros . Charles Belton , T . Hastings Miller , Henry Venn , and W . H . Saunders . The proceedings terminated with the usual vote of thanks to the Chairman .
Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution.
ROYAL MASONIC BENEVOLENT INSTITUTION .
The monthly meeting of the Committee of this Institution was held on Wednesday afternoon , the nth inst ., at the Freemasons' Hall . Bro . Raynham W . Stewart , P . G . D ., presided , and there were also present , Bros . Charles Greenwood , J . E . Gordon Robbins , I . M . Case , Charles
Dairy , Charles Laccy , G . Bolton , C . A . Cottebrune , John Bulmer , William March , A . H . Tattershall , W . H . Goodall , Henry Moore , E . West , C . H . Webb , Charles Daniel , Edward F . Storr , Edgar . Bowyer , E . W . Stanton , Thos . Cubitt , W . Hilton , John J . Berry , G . L . Moore , Dr . Jabez Hogg , and James Terry ( Secretary ) . After the reading and verification of the minutes , Bro .
TERRY informed the Committee of the death of three annuitants , and one approved candidate for the May election . A letter acknowledging the vote of condolence with Mrs . Creaton on the death of Col . Creaton , P . G . Treaurer , was read , and ordered to be entered on the , minutes , as was a letter from Miss Morris in repl y to a vote of condolence on the death of Bro . lames Norris , the
Warden . A letter from Bro . G . B . Abbott was likewise read , acknowled g ing the compliment paid him by the Committee for his history of the Institution by voting him a Life Governorship . The Committee then voted the Report of the Institution to be presented to Sir Michael Hicks Beach , Bart ., M . P ., with the thanks of the Committee for his presiding at the next festival .
Bro . TERRY then reported that there would be 43 male candidates and 14 vacancies at the next election , and 75 widows and 2 vacancies . The state of the finances was as follows . He did not expect the festival would be as successful as the last by £ 2000 ; the last lyear ' s was the most successful the Institution ever had . Oh the 1 st January , 1 SS 4 , there was a balance on the male fund of
£ 875 13 s . 1 id . On the 1 st January , 1 SS 5 , the balance was £ 486 10 s . iod ., so that the income had been exceeded by £ 389 3 s . id . £ 1000 had been invested , and the total invested funds on the male branch was £ 39 , 450 . Bro . CHARLES LACEY moved and Bro . GEORGE BOLTON seconded that 20 males be elected . Bro . Dr . J ABEZ HOGG , P . G . D ., opposed the principle
of investing money which ought to be spent and was subscribed for the purpose of being spent , in relief of distress . There were more distress cases now than ever , and the money should be used to the best of the brethren ' s ability . Let those who came after provide for the wants of the period . The liberality of the brethren might be trusted to meet every contingency , and the brethren had a right to
spend all the money they got . If £ 14 , 000 were placed by the brethren in the hands of the Committee for use he was sure they were justified in spending it on cases of distress , but they were not at all justified in saving it up . He hoped they would be able to put more brethren on this year . Bro . E . F . STORR , P . M ., Treas . 22 , agreed with all that had fallen from Dr . Hogg . They had no right to have
such a large reserve fund . Bro . RAYNHAM W . STEWART said they must remember that these annuitants were elected for life . What was to be done if there was not enough money to g ive them ? Bro . C . H . WEBB thought they were justified in adhering to the 14 now proposed . It was then resolved by a majority of one to elect 20 men . 17 immediate , and three deferred .
Bro . TERRY said the Widow ' s Fund stood thus 1 On the 1 st January , 18 S 4 , there was a balance of £ 742 2 s . 6 d ; and on the 1 st January , 1885 , £ 2075 gs . iod . ; or a balance of £ 1333 7 s . 4 d ., besides £ 1000 which had been invested . The total invested capital to this fund was £ 26 , 000 . The candidates were 77 , and the vacancies two . It was then resolved to elect 15 widows , 12 immediate , and three deferred . A vote of thanks to the Chairman closed the proceedings .
As the Prince of Wales was driving in a carriage to a f & te given by Lord Murray , on Thursday , the 5 th inst ., at Cannes , it ran against a heap of stones , and the pole was broken . No further damage , however , was done , and another carriage having been procured , his Royal Highness went en his way to the fete .
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The Masonic Muddle In Quebec.
THE MASONIC MUDDLE IN QUEBEC .
Considerable interest is evinced in Masonic circles over the action of the Grand Master of Quebec in issuing an edict of non-intercourse against the Grand Lodge of England . While the sympathies of the Craft here is openly extended to the Grand Lodge of Quebec , it is admitted that the English lodges now working in Montreal are perfectly legal , and exist by virtue of a concordat made by Lord
Zetland , representing the Grand Lodge of England , and Grand Master Judge Wilson of the Grand Lodge of Canada . This concordat was honourably observed by both the Grand Bodies of England and Canada until the formation of the Grand Lodge of Quebec . Latterly this body found its dignity hurt and its jurisdiction menaced by the existence of the lodges referred to , and petition after petition has been sent to the Prince of Wales requesting
the withdrawal of the warrants . After considerable correspondence the matter finally came up in the Grand Lodge of England at its December communication , and that board unanimously refused to accede to the request of Quebec . This action seems to have annoyed the brethren in oursister provinces , hence Grand Master Johnson ' s edict . This is how the matter stands at present , and all interest centres in the approaching meeting of the Grand Lodge of
Quebec , which opens at Montreal on January 2 Sth , when he . edict of non-intercourse will be'discussed , and most likely approved . Just now it seems as if the Grand Lodge of Canada will be drawn into the fight , along with the majority of American Grand Lodges . In the event of the Grand Lodge of Canada taking the Quebec side in this unfortunate quarrel it is said the Prince of Wales will
authorise the chartering of English lodges in Ontario . Knowing ones predict a recognition of the Grand Lodge of Ontario should the Grand Lodge of Canada depart from a strictly neutral attitude . At present writing all is conjecture as to the course that will be pursued by the American grand bodies , but already a number of Grand Masters have telegraphed their approval of Quebec ' s position to Grand Master Johnson . —Toronto World .
Opening Of The Brownrigg Lodge Of Instruction.
OPENING OF THE BROWNRIGG LODGE OF INSTRUCTION .
On Monday evening Bro . the Rev . C . W . Arnold , P . G . C ., Deputy P . G . M . Surrey , attended at the Alexandria Hotel , Kingston Hill , to formally open the Browntigg Lodge of Instruction , and for the enlightment of the members he rehearsed the ceremony of consecration .
There was formerly a lodge of instruction held under the warrant of the Brownrigg Lodge , No . 1 G 3 S , at the Sun Hotel , Kingston , but it was so poorly attended that the meetings were discontinued . Meanwhile a few brethren had been assembling for mutual instruction , first at Bro . Kent ' s , and then , on his leaving Kingston , at Bro . Matthews's house , already named . The progress made
by those who thus assembled was so marked that others of the fraternity wished to participate in the advantages thus obtained , and the consent of the Brownrigg Lodge was obtained for the tutelatary branch to be moved to the Alexandra Hotel . Bro . John Drewett , J . W . 1638 , undertook the duties of Secretary , and with the aid of Bros . A . Laurence , P . G . S . D . Surrey , I . P . M . 163 S ; Lane , P . M . 1 C 3 S ; Oldridge , P . M . 163 S , and other good brethren .
He was able to make all the arrangements and carry them out satisfactorily . The opening ceremony took place in the presence of a goodly assembly , all the neighbouring lodges being represented , and the admirable working of the V . W . Deputy P . G . M . made a great impression upon those who had not before witnessed it . The assisting officers were Bros . Elsam , P . P . G . S . B . Surrey , P . M . SSo , & o , as S . W . ; A . Laurence , J . W . ; Bond , P . M . SSo , S . D . ; Oldridge , J . D . ; and J . W . Mowman , S . W .
G 3 S , I . G . After the ceremony the brethren entertained Bro . Arnold at supper , P . D . P . G . M . warmly congratulated all upon the start thus so well made . for improvement in Masonic knowledge .
Soiree And Ball Of The Shakes Peare Lodge, No.1009, Manchester.
SOIREE AND BALL OF THE SHAKES PEARE LODGE , No . 1009 , MANCHESTER .
On Monday , the and inst ., a most enjoyable gathering assembled in the Freemajons' Hall , Cooper-street , the object being to bring together the wives , sisters , and daughters of brethren belonging to this highly- esteemed lodge , and extend to them a taste of that
hospitality for which Freemasons enjoy a reputation . To our mind soirees , although they may not be very profitable to a lodge from a financial point of view , nevertheless do a large amount of good socially , inasmuch as they afford the ladies a few hours' enjoyment , and give them an opportunity of cultivating each ' other ' s acquaintance , and observing that our grand principle of brotherly love is not a mere
snam . It is some years since the Shakespeare Lodge ventured on a soiree , and the present one was simply the result of an impromptu conversation , held a short time since between Bros . Carter , W . M ., Halden , and one or two others . The result was , however , a complete success , and the brethren who formed the Committee of Management are to be congratulated thereon .
The first portion of the evening was set apart for a concert , which took place in the lodge room . Bro . Frank Hollins , P . M ., was entrusted with the arrangements for the concert , and our talented brother satisfactorily fulfilled his duties . During the first part of the concert Miss Watson sang two songs most creditably , as also did Bro . Hollins .
wo . K . K , Lisenden contributed a humorous song , and A Pf . f ° rmed his imitations on the English concertina , and Miss Ellis played two solos on the piano , the company , numbering 75 , then adjourned to supper , Which had been admirably laid out by Bro . Phillips , and when the company were seated a very pretty " coup d'eoil " was presented . After Rlinnpr Hin fnacfc rtf ( l * n , « O .. ) : <( TU „ \ X / AT It
ft ? « . Ladies " were proposed and responded to , and men the ladies and brethren assembled again in the lodge room , where the second part of the concert was gone Miss Watson again delighted the company with her singing , whilst Bro . W . O . Pettitt played a solo and also * ang , By this time the banquet room had been cleared for
Soiree And Ball Of The Shakes Peare Lodge, No.1009, Manchester.
dancing , which was kept up until the small hours of the morning , when the company separated , after having thoroughly enjoyed themselves . _ Bro . Slack performed the important duties of M . C ., and right worthily he fulfilled them , being both courteous and energetic . Bro . W . O . Pettitt and a professional cornist played the dance music . The following ladies and brethren were present : Bro .
Carter , W . M ., Mrs . and Miss Carter ; Bro . George Hunt , P . M . ; Bro . Hartley , P . M . ; Bro . G . W . Wilson , P . M ., and Mrs . Wilson ; Bro . Statham , P . M ., P . P . G . T ., Mrs . Statbam , and Miss Hardcastle ; Bro . Frand Hollings , P . M . ; Bro . D . Edwards , P . M . iygj , and Mrs . Edwards ; Bro . Drinkwater , Mrs . and Miss Drinkwater , and the Misses BowUer ; Bro . and Mrs . Brookes ; Bro ., Mrs ., and the
Misses Milne ; Bro . E . Smith , Sec . 317 , and Mrs . Smith ; Bro . Allott , Mrs . Allott , and Miss Jackson ; Bro . and Mrs . Halden , Bro ., Mrs ., and Miss Radford ; Bro . and Mrs . Enticknap ; Bro . and Miss Everatt , Mr . and Mrs . Pullen , Mr . and Mrs . Behnison , Mr . and Mrs . Farrel and Miss Turner , Mr . and Miss Evans ; and Miss Start , Mr . and
Mrs . Green , Mr . and Mrs . Armstrong , Misses Holloway , Beardsall , Watson , and Ellis ; Bros . Craven , Kenyon , Rome , Stark , Everatt , Pettitt , and AUitt ; Messrs . Smyley , Poppleton , Collins , A . B . Rome , Goddard , Simpson , Ward , Craven , Edwards , jun ., and Bro . R . R . Lisenden , S . W . 317 ( Freemason ) and Mrs . Lisenden .
Lodge Of Israel Ball.
LODGE OF ISRAEL BALL .
A ball in aid of the Benevolent Fund of the Lodge of Israel , No . 205 , was held on the 4 th inst ., at Cannon-street Hotel , under the distinguished patronage of Bro . the Right Hon . the Lord Mayor and Lady Mayoress and several distinguished members of the Craft , in full regalia . The ball was in every respect a great success , the company mustering nearly 400 . Messrs . Coote and Tinney ' s band was in
attendance , Bro . J . Jarvis proving himself , as usual , an efficient M . C . The arrangements made by the Ball Committee were admirable , leaving nothing to be desired , and particular praise must be accorded to the Chairman of the Ball Committee , Bro . A . J . Henochsberg , P . M . 1502 , and S . W . ; Hon . Secretary , Bro . J . Da Silva , P . M . ; Captain of Stewards , Bro . J , Jacobs , J . D . ; and Deputy Captain , Bro . H . ) . Phillips , P . M ., by whom the ball was promoted ,
and to whose indefatigable efforts and exertions , both before and as Stewards during the ball , its success is mainly due . A capital staff of Stewards officiated during the evening , under the directions of their Captain , who carried out their duties to perfection and without a single hitch , and , considering the great company assembled , must be flattered for the efficient manner in which their various duties were performed .
We learn that , financially , the ball was a great success , and the proceeds will result far better than the Committee were led to anticipate . After providing a most enjoyable evening ' s entertainment , they will be able to hand over a good round sum to the Benevolent Fund of the lodge . We may add that this was the first ball held by the lodge , and the Committee have every reason to congratulate themselves on its success .
Entertainment At The Gir's' School.
ENTERTAINMENT AT THE GIR'S' SCHOOL .
On Friday evening , the Cth inst ., Mr . Gerald Davies , son of Bro . Edward C . Davies , gave an entertainmentventriloquial and mimetic—to the entire school . A large number were present , who professed themselves much pleased with the clever efforts of the young ventriloquist ,
and thanked him warmly , on behalf of the children , who were delighted with his performances , especially the scenes with his most amusing puppets . A little additional variety was given by the pianoforte playing and singing of Mrs . E . C . Davies , who also received many courteous expressions of thanks and approval . The evening was brought to a satisfactory conclusion by the children enjoying a dance in the large hall .
Presentation To Mr. H. J. Hitchins.
PRESENTATION TO MR . H . J . HITCHINS .
On Thursday evening , the 22 nd ult ., at the Hotel de Paris , Leicester-square , in a large room kindly placed at the disposal of the committee by Mr . Vargues , the proprietor , Bro . Harry Paulton occupying the chair , and Mr . 1 . Simmonds acting as secretary , Mr . H . J . Hitchins was the recipient of a very handsome black marble clock , by
Benson , and an illuminated vellum containing the names of seventy-eight subscribers , embodying the late directors , actors , actresses , and employes back and front , of the Empire Theatre . The clock and vellum bore the inscription : — " Presented to Mr . H . J . Hitchins on his resigning the post of Acting Manager of the Empire Theatre , by those associated with him during his tenure of office , as a mark of esteem and respect . "
West Lancashire Masonic Educational Institution.
WEST LANCASHIRE MASONIC EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION .
A meeting of the General Committee of the above Iastitution was held on Friday , the Cth inst ., at the Masonic Hall , Hope-street , Liverpool , under the presidency of Bro . Councillor J . Houlding , P . P . G . R . Nineteen applications were made on behalf of the children of deceased and
distressed Masons to be placed on the list of candidates for election at the March Court of Governors , all of which were adopted for recommendation , it being mentioned that the expenditure for their education , & c , would involve the additional sum of £ 144 . The Committee further agreed to recommend that the sum of £ 30 should be granted for the advancement of
children who had been on the foundation of the Charity . Four special applications on behalf of children as recipients of the full benefits of the Institution were referred to the House Committee for consideration . On the motion of Bro . Dr . J . K . SMITH , P . P . G . Reg .,
seconded by Bro . Councillor W . J . LUNT , P . P . G . Treas ., a vote of thanks was cordially passed to Bro . Houlding for his conduct in the chair . The portrait of Bro . the Right Hon . the Earl of Lathom , Prov . G . M . West Lancashire , presented to his lordship at the Town Hall on the occasion of the Masonic ball there ,
West Lancashire Masonic Educational Institution.
was placed in its position in the large lodge room ; and there was general praise accorded to Mr . Haynes Williams , the artist , for the admirable manner in which he had executed his commission .
Royal Masonic Institution For Boys.
ROYAL MASONIC INSTITUTION FOR BOYS .
The monthly meeting of the General Committee was held as usual at Freemasons' Hall , on Saturday last , the 7 th inst . Bro . Raynham W . Stewart , P . G . D ., presided , and among those present were Bros . J . L . Mather , A . F . Godson , W . Roebuck , P . G . Stwd . ; Edgar Bowyer , P . G .
Std . Br . ; R . Berridge , J . Moon , C . F . Hogard , Frank Richardson , P . G . D . ; John C . Woodrow , T . Hastings Miller , Walter Hopekirk , H . Hacker , A . J . Caine , C . F . Matier , F . Adlard , Charles Belton , W . H . Saunders , T . Cubitt , P . G . P . ; C . H . Webb , J . S . Cumberland , A . E . Gladwell , Geo . Motion , W . Maple , W . Paas , H . S . Goodall , Geo . O . Gillard , W . A . Scurrah , R . Barham , R .
J . Taylor , G . P . Festa , and F . Binckes , Secretary . The minutes of the previous meeting having been read and confirmed , and those of the last Quarterly Court and House Committee read for information , a letter from Messrs . Hopwood and Sons on behalf of Mrs . Creaton was read , expressing thanks for the resolution of sympathy with her at the death of Bro . Col . Creaton . The report
of the Audit Committee was submitted , and a resolution passed in accordance therewith . Of two petitions submitted on behalf of candidates for the October election , one was accepted and the other rejected . Grants of £$ each were made to three ex-pupils . Vacancies on the House Committee caused by the election of Bros . Roebuck
and Raynham W . Stewart were reported , and four brethren were nominated to fill them , namely , Bros . Charles Belton , T . Hastings Miller , Henry Venn , and W . H . Saunders . The proceedings terminated with the usual vote of thanks to the Chairman .
Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution.
ROYAL MASONIC BENEVOLENT INSTITUTION .
The monthly meeting of the Committee of this Institution was held on Wednesday afternoon , the nth inst ., at the Freemasons' Hall . Bro . Raynham W . Stewart , P . G . D ., presided , and there were also present , Bros . Charles Greenwood , J . E . Gordon Robbins , I . M . Case , Charles
Dairy , Charles Laccy , G . Bolton , C . A . Cottebrune , John Bulmer , William March , A . H . Tattershall , W . H . Goodall , Henry Moore , E . West , C . H . Webb , Charles Daniel , Edward F . Storr , Edgar . Bowyer , E . W . Stanton , Thos . Cubitt , W . Hilton , John J . Berry , G . L . Moore , Dr . Jabez Hogg , and James Terry ( Secretary ) . After the reading and verification of the minutes , Bro .
TERRY informed the Committee of the death of three annuitants , and one approved candidate for the May election . A letter acknowledging the vote of condolence with Mrs . Creaton on the death of Col . Creaton , P . G . Treaurer , was read , and ordered to be entered on the , minutes , as was a letter from Miss Morris in repl y to a vote of condolence on the death of Bro . lames Norris , the
Warden . A letter from Bro . G . B . Abbott was likewise read , acknowled g ing the compliment paid him by the Committee for his history of the Institution by voting him a Life Governorship . The Committee then voted the Report of the Institution to be presented to Sir Michael Hicks Beach , Bart ., M . P ., with the thanks of the Committee for his presiding at the next festival .
Bro . TERRY then reported that there would be 43 male candidates and 14 vacancies at the next election , and 75 widows and 2 vacancies . The state of the finances was as follows . He did not expect the festival would be as successful as the last by £ 2000 ; the last lyear ' s was the most successful the Institution ever had . Oh the 1 st January , 1 SS 4 , there was a balance on the male fund of
£ 875 13 s . 1 id . On the 1 st January , 1 SS 5 , the balance was £ 486 10 s . iod ., so that the income had been exceeded by £ 389 3 s . id . £ 1000 had been invested , and the total invested funds on the male branch was £ 39 , 450 . Bro . CHARLES LACEY moved and Bro . GEORGE BOLTON seconded that 20 males be elected . Bro . Dr . J ABEZ HOGG , P . G . D ., opposed the principle
of investing money which ought to be spent and was subscribed for the purpose of being spent , in relief of distress . There were more distress cases now than ever , and the money should be used to the best of the brethren ' s ability . Let those who came after provide for the wants of the period . The liberality of the brethren might be trusted to meet every contingency , and the brethren had a right to
spend all the money they got . If £ 14 , 000 were placed by the brethren in the hands of the Committee for use he was sure they were justified in spending it on cases of distress , but they were not at all justified in saving it up . He hoped they would be able to put more brethren on this year . Bro . E . F . STORR , P . M ., Treas . 22 , agreed with all that had fallen from Dr . Hogg . They had no right to have
such a large reserve fund . Bro . RAYNHAM W . STEWART said they must remember that these annuitants were elected for life . What was to be done if there was not enough money to g ive them ? Bro . C . H . WEBB thought they were justified in adhering to the 14 now proposed . It was then resolved by a majority of one to elect 20 men . 17 immediate , and three deferred .
Bro . TERRY said the Widow ' s Fund stood thus 1 On the 1 st January , 18 S 4 , there was a balance of £ 742 2 s . 6 d ; and on the 1 st January , 1885 , £ 2075 gs . iod . ; or a balance of £ 1333 7 s . 4 d ., besides £ 1000 which had been invested . The total invested capital to this fund was £ 26 , 000 . The candidates were 77 , and the vacancies two . It was then resolved to elect 15 widows , 12 immediate , and three deferred . A vote of thanks to the Chairman closed the proceedings .
As the Prince of Wales was driving in a carriage to a f & te given by Lord Murray , on Thursday , the 5 th inst ., at Cannes , it ran against a heap of stones , and the pole was broken . No further damage , however , was done , and another carriage having been procured , his Royal Highness went en his way to the fete .