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clear off the heavy debt then incurred bv any and every means : this he had pressed home in season and out of season . Various schemes had been adopted , Jubilee memorial , voluntary trams , & c , until it had come down to the last £ 250 , which he proposed liquidating by the loth Century Memorial , the names of brethren being inscribed on this tablet whoeave not less than a guinea , or a voluntary loan of not less than £ u > . He , himself , was preoared to subscribe ^ 5 5 s . and to advance a voluntary loan of £ 50 .

He hoped the scheme ' would commend itself to the brethren and be taken up heartily . They had that evening completed a very successful six months '* work and he hoped to meet them in October with renewed energy to carry on the work in hand . He did not think there would be much difficulty in raising the amount . While the debt remained it crippled them in so many ways—in the Charities and other Institutions—hut free from this incubus they could strike out in many directions that they had hitherto bien debarred from , and he felt sure they would all feel happier when it was accomplished .

Bro . B . W . Brown proposed "The Visitors , " coupling with it the name of Bro Perrin , from South Africa , who suitably responded . Bro . Deeksgave the toast of "The P . Ms ., " who each responded in turn . The Tyler ' s toast concluded a very happy evening .

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Fidelity Chapter , No . 44-1 . The half-yearly convocation was held on Wednesday , the 4 th instant , at Cambridge . The Principals' chairs were filled by Comps . H . King , P . Z ., M . E . Z . ; J . F . Symonds , P . Z ., H . ; and E . Dewberry , P . Z ., J . Three brothers were elecled , but , owing to unforeseen circumstances , only Bro . E . O . George could be present to be exalted . The work of P . S . was well performed by Comp . G . F . Knowles . The following Principals and

Officers for the year were elected : Comps . John Vail , P . P . G . A . S ., M . E . Z . ; J . F . Symonds , P . Z ., P . G . S . N ., H . ; F . R . Leach , P . G . Std . Br ., J . ; H . King , P . Z ., P . P . G . S . N ., I . P . Z . ; J . Sheldrick , P . Z ., P . P . G . R ., S . E . ; G . F . Knowles , S . N . ; J . Vail , Treas . ; J . Dempster , P . S . ; F . W . Miller , 1 st A . S . ; C . Thompson , 2 nd A . S . ; J . Royston . P . Z ., P . P . G . 1 st A . S ., D . C . ; F . Dewberry , P . Z ., Prov . G . J ., Org . ; E . E . Ing and A . R . Jennings , Stewards ; and A . F . O'C . Hurry , Janitor . The companions afterwards adjourned to banquet .

Victorian Chapter , No . 2184 . The installation meeting of the above chapter took place at the Kind's Head Hotel , Chigwell , Essex , on Thursday , the 5 th instant , when Comp . Joseph Cohen was installed as M . E . Z ., Comp . A . E . Remington , P . Z ., as H . ; and Comp . John Hills as J . The chapter was opened by Comps . C . Jolly , P . Z ., P . P . G . Std . Br ., S . E ., A . E . Remington , and James Cain , P . Z . 179 , and the ballot was taken for Bros . Basil Vincy and Abraham Mendelstam , both of the Royal Victorian Jubilee Lodge , No . 2 iS 4 , and

proved unanimous in their favour . The former candidate being present , was exalted by Comps . Jolly as M . E . Z ., Remington as H ., and Hills ( he ( Comp . Hills ) having been previously installed by Comp . Eedle ) . Comp . Remington was then inducted and Comp . Cohen exalted by Comp . Jolly in an admirable and faultless manner . The chapter was then closed , and the companions partook of a nice little banquet , and enjoyed its excellence . The usual loyal and Royal Arch , Grand and Prov . Grand Chapters , and personal lodge toasts were honoured , and a most enioyable afternoon and evening was spent in work and harmony .

Rye Chapter , No . 2272 . The installation meeting of this flourishing chapter took place at the Holborn Restaurant , W . C ., on the 5 th inst ., and it is to be congratulated upon its choice of such an excellent place of meeting , which certainly commences a new era in its history . There were present Comps . C . Thomson , M . E . Z . ; W . R . Dunn , 1 L , M . E . Z . elect ; T . Grummant , P . Z ., acting J . ; F . Dunn , P . Z ., Treas . ; G . J . North , S . E . ; J . A . FletcherS . N . ; W . Bacon , P . S . ; E . Lawrence , Stwd . ; R . B . Wniteman , Janitor ;

, H . E . Reed , G . Clarke , R . Lyon , J . Fairweather , R . S . bcotto , W . II . Walker , A . R . Hart , W . A . Peirin , and Wm . Street . Visitors : Comps . W . D . Courtney , M . E . Z . elect 2030 ; VV . II . Pocklington , J . 179 ; C . S . Noverre , S . N . 10 ; F . J . Sheppard ; B . Faull , P . S . 101 ; E . J . Turnbull , M . E . Z . 2030 , P . Z . 1524 ; A . Atkins , M . E . Z . 73 ; j . Smith , H . i 6 iS ; A . Prettysham ; and Chas . Hy . Stone , P . Z . 1275 and iyoi , and S . E . 1901 . The minutes of the previous convocation were read and confirmed . A conclave of

First Principals was formed , and Comp . VV . R . Dunn , II ., was presented by Comp . W . Cock , P . Z ., D . C , and installed into the chair of M . E Z . in an admirable n . anner by Comp . C . Thomson , M . E . Z . Comp . Wm . Cock , P . Z ., having assumed the chair of H ., a conclave of Third Principals was formed , and Comp . J . A . Fletcher was installed into the chair of J . by Comp . Wm . Cock , P . Z ., in a most perfect and able manner . The ballot was taken for Bros . VV . H . Walker and A . T . Hart , ot 2272 , which proved unanimous , and they were exalted by the M . E . Z . in a highly creditable manner , for which he

received the eulogium of the companions . The three lectures were rendered in a faultless manner by the M . E . Z ., Comps . Wm . Cock , P . Z ., H ., and Thos . Grummant , P . Z . The officers for the ensuing year are as follows : Comps . Chas . Thompson , I . P . Z . ; F . Dunn , P . Z ., Treaf . ; Geo . J . North , S . E . ; Wm . Bacon , S . N . ; W . Castledine , P . S . ; Hy . E . Reed , 1 st A . S . ; Goddard Clarke , 2 nd A . S . ; E . Lawrence and J . H . Anderson , Stwds . ; and J . Whiteman , Janitor . The Auditors presented Iheir very favourable Report , which was received and adopted . Expressions of deep sympathy of the companions were expressed towards Comp . J . VV . Dewsnap , P . Z ., and Founder of

the chapter , and it was resolved that a letter be sent with the earnest hope for his recovery , 'the M . E . Z . next rose , and in very appropriate terms presented the P . Principal ' s jcwel to Comp . C . Thomson for his occupying the chair and performing the duties in such an admirable manner . The companions hoped he might long live to wear the same , and also to remind him of their very high appreciation of his valuable services . In reply Comp . Chas . Thomson , I . P . Z ., very heartily thanked the companions lor their handsome testimony , which he gladly received , and would highly

prize . He had not been so fortunate during the year , as regards the number of exaltees , as he should have liked , but that would be atoned for during the coming year , as was evidenced that evening . He should always be most happy to assist in any way , and he tendered his most hearty thanks . Letters of apology lor non-attendance were lece ' wed from Comp . Swintord Smith , H . elect , who had gone on tour ; Comps . J . W . Dewsnap , who was very ill ; andWm . Castledine , P . S ., who was unavoidably detained his absence the asked Chas Stone to

through business . In M . E . Z . Comp . . Hy . , P . Z ., kindly undertake the duties of P . S ., which he very readily assented to . A very hearty voteof thanks was accorded to Comps . Chas . Thomson , I . P . Z ; Wm . Bacon , S . N . ; and I A . Fletcher , J ., lor their great exertions in getting the chapter removed from Peckh ' am to the Holborn Restaurant . Four candidates were proposed for exaltaiion at the next convocation , which augurs well . ... and the

The business of the chapter ended it was closed , companions adjourned to a recherche" banquet , which was highly appreciated . The banquet over , the M . E . Z . presented the loyal and R . A . toasts in most befitting terms , which were royally received . The toast of the "G . H ., G . J ., and the rest of the Grand Officers , Present and Past , " was duly honoured . Comp . Chas . Thomson , I . P . Z ., next rose , and said , t , ; his mind , he would propose the toast of the evening—that of " The M . E . Z ., " who was the first initiate in the Rye

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Lodge and also the first exaltee into the chapter , and now had achieved the honourable position of M . E . Z . All had s « : en his splendid work in the lodge , and now he had so highly distinguished himself in the chapter , and had exalted two companions in such an excellent manner . He v .-as a most genial companion , and had won their approbation , and lie asked the companions to drink right royally lo the toast as it ought to be , and always had been , in the Rye Chapter .

Comp . W . R . Dunn , M . E . Z ., on rising to respond , received . in ovation , and tendered his sincere thanks for having been placed in such an exalted position . Durinnhis term of office he would carry out tho duties apoertaining thereto in their entirety " He confessed he felt somewhat nervous in working the beautiful ceremony in the presence of so many distinguished Past Principals , but he hoped hy the next meeting

that would he shaken oft . He was proud of being the first M . E . Z . drawn from the ranks in the Rye Chapter , and he should endeavour to set those who were following and advancing to the chair a bright example , which he hoped they would follow , and keep up the prestige of tie Rye Chapter . For such a cordial reception he heartily thanked them .

The M . E . Z . next presented the toast of his co-Principals , "The H . and J ., " and remarked that the M . E . Z . could not carry on his duties without them . They were two excellent Principals . H ., Comp . F . S . Smith , was unavoidably absent on a tour in the south of England , but ( he chair had been filled in an admirable manner by Comp . Wm . Cock , P . Z ., who was an excellent worker , and ever ready to the fore when necessary .

The excellent J ., Comp . Fletcher , all were proud to see in that position , and they will be still more so when he occupies the position of the first chair . As hid been stated before , their best thanks were due to him for his strenuous exertions for the removal of the chapter . The toast was drunk with enthusiasm .

In reply , Comp . Wm . Cock , P . Z ., very cordially thanked the companions for the very high compliment paid him a 5 an acquisition to the chapter , and it was always his great pleasure to be acting in the beautiful ceremonies when required . Nothing gave him g reater pleasure than to find there was work to bs done , and to have witnessed the excellent manner it had been carried out bv the M . E . Z . that evening , ha saw a brilliant

near future before the chapter . The M . E . Z . was a most worthy and popular companion and he had introduced two personal friends that evening and was about to bring more at the next convocation , which showed his earnestness on behalf of the chapter . He ( Comp . Cock ) much regretted the absence of Comp . F . Swinford Smith , H . elect , who was a most accomplished R . A . Mason , and he had much pleasure in repl ying on his behalf , and would promise to do his very utmost to advance the chapter .

Comp . Fletcher , J ., was greatly delighted at the honour of his installation into the third chair by Comp . Wm . Cock , P . Z ., his old and esteemed companion , and thanked the companions very heartily for the same , and promised his very best endeavours to further the chapter ' s advancement . He also cordially thanked them for their very kind sympathy extended to him when struck down by sickness , and which he very highly appreciated . He hoped to see the Rye Chapter goon , and of that he had no doubt what ' ever , considering their new home and the much better surroundings .

I he toast of "The I . P . Z . " was ably presented by the M . E . Z ., who remarked that Comp , Thomson was on excellent working companion , and the M . E . Z . was grateful , indeed , to have him by his side during the coming year , knowing full well the able assistance he was always ready to give . The chapter was proud to have Comp . Thomson as its l . P . Z . The toast was most cordially drunk .

In reply , Cump . Thomson said it was , indeed , a great honour in beinjr the l . P . Z . and installing the First Principal , and he very cordially thanked the M . E . Z . for his kind words said of him , and also to the companions for so jkindly receiving the same . He should be ever ready to give his assistance to the chapter in every way . He was also pleased to think that the change had taken place during his year of presiding over the chapter , and he would also state that Comp . Bacon , S . N ., had also been largely instrumental in the removal to more happy and congenial quarters . He should continue to do his very best for the welfare of the chapter . The toast of "The Exaltees" was next proposed with great cordiality by the

Comps . Walker and Hart responded . The M . E . Z . then presented the toast of " The Visitors" in most cordial and welcome terms , and remarked that among them was his very dear and distinguished friend Comp . Turnbull , whom he would couple with the toist , together with Comp ' Atkins .

In reply , Comp . Turnbull . M . E . Z . 2030 , most heartily thanked the companions for so cordial a reception , and paid a very high compliment upon the working of the . M . E . Z and the great friendshio between them . He said the M . E . Z . was also J . in the chapter of which he was First Principal , so it was a happy augury tor that chapter ( No . 2030 ) when one witnessed the ceremony worked with such force and ability . He wished the continued success tc the Rye Chapter . Comp . Atkins also very ably responded .

The toast of " The Past Principals , Treasurer , and S . E . " received at th » hands of the M . E . Z . that eulogy which such a toast demands , considering that amon ^ the Past Principals were such worthy companions as Comps . Dr . Cock , Dewsnap , P . Z . '; and F . Dunn , P . Z ., who was also their worthy Treasurer . Of such companions a ' chapter might be proud ; al 5 o of Comp . North , S . E ., who was most asstduiu ; in his duties , and carried them out to the best ot his ability to th ; ir satisfaction .

In reply , G . mp . Dr . W . Cock mentioned the fact , of which he was proud , that the chapier had done him the honour to choose him to preside over it for three years in succession . He was much attached to the chapter , and was delighted to see the M . E . Z ., who was a worthy companion , taking such an interest in it . He could not but express deep sympathy with his dear old friend , Comp . Daws lap , and hoped he would soon be among them again . He hoped the oilicers coming on would give their most hearty support to the M . E . Z ., who had the chapter ' s welfare at heart

Comp . K Dunn , P . Z ., Treas ., said he was indee 1 proud of his son , the M . E . Z . who was the superior officer , and hoped that success would atten J the chapter In every way . Comp . North , S . E ., also very suitably acknowledged the toast . The toast of " The Officers " was given by the M . E . Z . in words of high eulogium with most hearty thanks to Comps . Grummant , P . Z ., and C . H . Stone , P . Z ., for their able assistance so readily extended to the chapter .

In reply Comp . T . Grummant paid a very high compliment to the M . E . Z . for his very capable working of the ceiemony for the first rime , and said he hidnevjr witnessed it worked better . It augured well lor the future of the chapter . He was proud of the chapter , which he had been connected with since its inception , and of which he was an honoiary member , and hoped it would go on and flourish . Comps . Bacon , S . N . ; C . H . Stone , P . S . ; and Lawrence Steward , also suitably replied . J The Janitor ' s toast brought a most congenial meeting to a close .

An excellent programme of music was arranged under the direction of Comn Arthur Court : the able artistes being Comps . W . II . Pocklington , Anhur Cranch , P . Z , Arthur Court , and Bro . Roland Henry . ' ' At the piano was Comp . Biuctc Faull , who very ably accompanied

Salebeia Chapter , No . 566 . The companions of the above chapter held their lirst regular convocation it Hi * Masonic I lull , Seluy , on Thursday , the th inst . Present : Comps . WNC ei M . E . Z . ; T . G . P . Harlow , II . ; J . F . Watson , j . ; G . VV Hudson ' Sr V Wilkinson , S . N . ; Mark Scott , P . Z ., Treas . ; Thos . S ott , P . S . ; AT PaVn ) , t A . S . ; and V . Brown , P . Z ., 2 nd A . S . Visitors : Comps . J . L . Atherton PPG II

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