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Royal Masonic Institution For Boys.
ROYAL MASONIC INSTITUTION FOR BOYS .
. A special meeting of the House Committee was held at the Institution , Wood Green , on Saturday last , for the purpose of bidding farewell to the late Matron , Miss Hall , and formally inducting into office the newly-appointed House Steward and Matron , Mr . and Mrs . Dove . It is needless to say that in taking leave ot Miss Hall alter her
long and efficient services as Matron , the Committee were most cordial in the expression of their thanks , the members , both collectively and individually , giving utterance to . the wish that Miss Hall might be spared for many years to enjoy that rest to which , by reason of her onerous and responsible duties during 22 years , and the admirable manner in which she had fulfilled them , she was so justly entitled .
Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution.
ROYAL MASONIC BENEVOLENT INSTITUTION .
The General Committee of this Institution held its usual monthly meeting at Freemasons' Hall on Wednesday . Bro . Raynham W . Stewart , P . G . D ., occupied the chair , and among those present those present were Bros . Edgar Bowyer , P . G . Std . B . ; F . Davison , Henry Cox , F . Adlard ,
C . F . Matier , A . Forsyth , C . H . Webb , Thos . Griffiths , T . B . Daniell , J . H . Leggott , G . Bolton , W . J . Crutch , S . B . Wilson , Thomas Cubitt , L . Stean , J . A . Farnfield , A . Durrant , E . F . Storr , and John Mason ( acting Secretary ) . The minutes of the preoious meeting having been read and verified , the death of one male annuitant was reported . The Wardens' report for the month was read , and a vote of thanks was accorded to the Supreme Council , 33 , A . and
A . Kite , for their annual gift of tea , Sic , referred to therein . Five male and three female petitions were considered and accepted , the names being placed on the list of candidates for the election in May next , and the application of a widow for the half of her late husband ' s annuity was granted . Bro . Webb ' s motion naving been postponed till next month , the meeting closed with a vote of the Chairman .
Provincial Grand Chapter Of Somersetshire.
PROVINCIAL GRAND CHAPTER OF SOMERSETSHIRE .
The following are the officers for the- current year , their appointments having been made at the annual convocation of the Provincial Grand Chapter , held at Yeovil , under the presidency of M . E . Comp . Colonel Adair , Prov . G . Supt ., on the 23 rd ult : Comp . R . C . Else ( re-appointed ) ... Prov . G . H .
„ C . W . Radway Prov . G . I . „ W . Long Prov . G . S . E . „ ] , Boulton Prov . G . S . N . „ S . Edwards , Prov . G . P . Soj . „ J . B . Marwood Prov . G . Asst . Soj „ E . T . Payne ( re-elected ) ... Prov . G . Treas .
„ R . Damon Prov . G . Swd . B . „ C . Wilson Prov . G . Std . B . „ I . K . Forster Prov . G . D . C . „ F . W . Raban ... Prov . G . Org . ,, R . Couzins ( reappointed ) ... Prov . G . Jan . „ A . J . Salter ( reappointed ) ... Prov . G . Asst . Jan
Laying The Foundation Stone Of The Corn Exchange, Abingdon.
LAYING THE FOUNDATION STONE OF THE CORN EXCHANGE , ABINGDON .
On Tuesday last , while a number of brethren were busy at Wood Green in connection with the Boys' Preparatory School , the ancient borough of Abingdon was in a state of unusual bustle and excitement . The market square and streets were decorated with bunting ; well-dressed people
arrived at the hotels , and towards noon most of the places of business were closed . Soon after half-past twelve , Bro . G . Saxby , W . M . of the Abbey Lodge , No . 945 , entered the quaint lodge room in the old Council Chamber , and proceeded to open a lodge of emergency . Bro . H . D'Almaine , P . M ., P . P . G . S . W ., the Secretary of the lodge , read the dispensation from Sir Daniel Gooch , the
Provincial Grand Master , and the usual formalities of calling off were gone through . The members of the lodge present were Bros . G . Saxby , W . M . ; Rev . Morland , Chap . ; J . Blandy Jenkins , P . M ., Treas . ; H . D'Almaine , P . M ., Sec ; J . B . King , S . D . ; J . Tomkins , D . C ; J . J . Goldsmith , I . G . ; J . Heber Clarke ( the Worshipful the Mayor ) , P . M .: W . Hedges ,
. 1 . Blake , G . Morland , E . L . Shepherd , P . M . ; C . T . Lovett , J . H . Challoncr , B . Badcock , W . H . Trendell , A . H . Simpson , C . D . Adkin , W . H . Cousins , G . Winship ( Borough Surveyor ); while as visitors there were present Bros . K . Bradley , P . M ., P . Z ., Prov . G . Sec , and Henry Lovegrove , P . M ., P . Z ., P . P . G . S . of W . Middx . The Oxford City Band headed the procession , next came
foresters and Oddfellows , Charity Trustees and Governors , the Vicar and Clergy , in cassocks , surplices , and hoods , the Lord High Steward of Abingdon , the Earl of Abingdon , with the Countess , the Abingdon Fire Brigade , and another oand . The first halt was at the site of the Cottage Hospital , 2 nd then , by way of Brond-street , to the site of the Corn Exchangewhere one stone was laid by the Earl of
Abing-, don and the other by the Mayor . The procession returned , and the Abbey Lodge was closed in due form . At three o'clock , the whole of the Masons , the Corporation , and a number of county gentlemen , with their wives , Were received by the Mayor in the Council Chamber , and Were conducted by him to the ancient Shire hall—said to be Ue work of Inigo Jones—where an excellent repast awaited them .
. jn due course justice was done to the good , things pio-V | ued , and the usual toasts were proposed , the speeches of 'he Earl of Abingdon being much applauded . In the »» 2 ff > the member for the borough , Mr . J . C . Clarke , . ' ' gave a earden cartv . and the visitinir brethren
returned by the last train . 1 he Corn Exchange , Cottage Hospital , and Bank—three structures which when finished will add to the beauty of the r * " —have been designed by Mr . Charles Bell , of London , < "iQ bro . Henry Lovegrove is the surveyor .
Interesting Masonic Ceremony At Edinburgh.
INTERESTING MASONIC CEREMONY AT EDINBURGH .
On the 4 th instant there took place an annual ceremony of a most interesting character , and one the nature of which is not widely known even Masonically . A goodlv number of the brethren of Lodge No . S ( Journeymen ) assembled at the West Church ( St . Cuthbert ' s ) . and there
inspected the tombs of the several deceased brethren whose remains rest there , including those of the late Bro . G . M . Kemp , architect of the Scott monument . They then proceeded to the Grange Cemetery , and from thence to the Calton , winding up the visitation at Reslalrig . This
visitation implies an obligation on the part of the Lodge Journeymen to visit yearly the tombs of deceased brethren , inspect the same , and execute repairs if any be found necessary , in order to the preservation of the monuments . The R . W . M ., Bro . Rennie , headed the brethren in the procession .
Presentation To Bro. Surgeonmajor J. A. Campbell, At Bermuda.
PRESENTATION TO BRO . SURGEONMAJOR J . A . CAMPBELL , AT BERMUDA .
The brethren of Unity Lodge , No . jtG , St . George's , met at their looms , on St . John ' s Day , for the purpose of presenting their Immediate Past Master , Bro . Surgeon-Major J . A . Campbell , with a Past Master ' s jewel . Worshipful Master Bro . the Rev . T . F . FALKNEK ,
Chaplain to the Forces , in presenting the jewel , made a very forcible speech , alluding in the warmest terms to the real hard work and self-denying zeal which his predecessor , Bro . Dr . Campbell , had brought to bear on the cause of Masonry , and of Unity Lodge in particular , of which the present flourishing state of the lodge was the fruit and obvious proof . He expressed his hope that Bro . Campbell ,
whenever he attended the lodge in future , would wear the jewel as a slight memento of good work done , and kindly regard gained amongst his brethren of Unity Lodge , and that many years of usefulness might be in store for him in the cause of true Freemasonry . Bro . Dr . CAMPBELL , P . M ., in reply , assured the reverend brother and the brethren that his labour in
Masonry was one of love . His successful efforts he attributed to his profound belief in the teachings of Masonry and the happiness of mankind in general , and the faithful in particular , that accrued from its benevolent , charitable , and generous precepts . He thanked the Worshipful Master and the lodge for the beautiful jewel , which he would ever wear with laudable pride , and trusted it would prove an
incentive to still greater efforts by him in his onward and upward career in the good cause he had at heart . The brethren afterwards sat down together to supper . Wor . Bro . Smith , P . M ., being the senior present , took the chair . After supper the usual Masonic toasts were drunk . Amid much applause Bro . SMITH proposed "The Health of the Guest of the Evening , Bro . Campbell . He reviewed
the amount of work done during his year of office , and referring to the number of Masons he had made in that time as 35 , humorously remarked that the quantity was only outdone by the quality . Bro . Smith , with a wave of his hand round the table , said , " There they are , and they speak for themselves . " They are physically , mentally , and morally the best men in the garrison .
W . Bro . CAMPBELL , in returning thanks for the genial and cordial receptionjthe brethren had given the toast , expatiated on the broad unsectarian basis of the Order , the front rank it lias held in the civilization of the world from the time of Adam down , and the vast charitable and benevolent institutions that have sprung from it—he named a number of those institutions—and referred specially to the
St . John ' s Ambulance Association , and the British Ophthalmic Hospital in Jerusalem , which are the offspring of Freemasonry , and put forth for the good of all nations , tongues , and creeds of people . Dr . Campbell then invited the brethren to a light collation at his lodge on the
first Thursday in August , and resumed his seat . Bros , the Rev . Reilby , Lightbourne , Dr . Butterfield , Latham , and Barnes each made short speeches . Some excellent songs were sung and recitations given , and after a most agreeable evening , the brethren separated on the square , in love , peace , and harmony .
Grand Lodge Of All Scottish Freemasonry In India.
GRAND LODGE OF ALL SCOTTISH FREEMASONRY IN INDIA .
The regular Quarterly Communication of this Grand Lodge was held in Freemasons' Hall , Bombay , on the 25 th April last , under the presidency of Bro . Capt . Henry Morland , M . W . G . M ., there being present among others Bros , the Hon . lames Gibbs , Past G . M .: j . Y . Lang , Depute
G . M . ; Manockjee Cursetjee , Hon . Depute G . M . ; K . R . Cama , Hon . Depute G . M . ; Murzban , Hon Depute G . M . j D . R . Chichgur , Hon . Suo . G . M . ; D . P . Mehta , Hon . Sub . G . M . ; C . D . Furdoonjee , Hon . Sub . G . M . ; H . li . Mactaggart , G . S . W . ; D . S . Tarapoorwalla , G . J . W . ; N . R . Chichgur , G . Asst . Sec ; Nowromee Jeewanjee , G . Treas . ; Rev . W . G . H . Ellison , G . Chap . ; A . Russell ,
G . S . D . ; Balccustna Kirtikac , G . J . D . ; F . Blyth , G . Jeweller ; J . E . Davur , G . Zendavesta Br . ; J . E . Macaulay , G . S . B . ; JehangeerK . Cama , G . Org . ; Wamjee N . Davur , ist G . Std . Br . ; Rustomjee K . R . Cama , G . Stwd . ; S . D . Dubash , ist G . Marshal ; F . M . Uillimoiia , G . Purst . ; and J . C . Houghland , G . Tyler . Grand Lodge having been opened , and a deputation
appointed to usher in Bro , James Gibbs , the latter was conducted to his seat on the dais , and returned thanks briefly for the complimeutary speech of welcome addressed to him by the M . W . G . M . The minutes of the previous communication having been taken as read and confirmed , and sundry Grand Officers invested who had not been able to attend the meeting when they were appointed , the M . W . G . M ., in the absence .
through illness and a domestic affliction , of the G . Secretary , gave a summary of the accounts for the past year , having received valuable assistance in hiswork from Bro . D . R . Chichgur . These accounts , both in respect of the Grand Lodge Fund and Benevolent , were very satisfactory ,
the Hall Committee account being in a similarly fortunate state . The GRAND MASTER stated among other things that the portrait of their Past Grand Master , Bro . Balfour , was on view at the studio of Alessrs . Bourne and Shepherd , and that , as it was considered by many who had seen it as not
Grand Lodge Of All Scottish Freemasonry In India.
being a satisfactory likeness , steps were proposed to be taken to have it improved . Votes of condolence were passed to Bro . li . Freeborn , G . Sec , who had lost his daughter , and the parents of the late Cursetjee Nusserwanjee Cama , an old member of Grand Lodge , who many years back had presented a complete set of clothing for the Grand Officers , and who to the date of
his death had enjoyed the respect of the Craft . ^ Sundry letters of thanks for votes of sympathy passed by Grand Lodge having been read and ordered to be recorded , and " Hearty good wishes " having been expressed by Bro . James Gibbs , and acknowledged by the Grand Master , Grand Lodge was closed . At the banquet whicli followed Bro . Vice-Admiral Sir W . N . Hewett , V . C ., K . C . B ., Naval Commander-in-Chief , was present as a guest .
The Theatres.
THE THEATRES .
The great " Pink Pearl " at the Prince ' s seems to be settling down into a permanent success , as its inauguration foretold . The play is no doubt so far cleverly ingenious , and the dialogue so smart that the public will eventually justify by their support the flattering opinion which was universally entertained on its production .
w * * During a holiday , which Mr . Arthur Cecil , Mrs . John Wood , and Miss Marian Terry are taking from the Court , their parts in "The Magistrate" are being played by Mr . Beerbohm Tree , Miss Lottie Venne , and Mrs . Beerbohm Tree respectively . Judging by the audiences Mr . Pincro's farcical comedy seems destined to have a long
run-On Saturday the Gaiety re-opened under the direction of Mr . F . J . Harris , who put forth such an entertainment as frequenters of this house have been accustomed to . 1 he new programme includes comedy and burlesque , which ought to go a long way to restore to this once popular house its former fortune . The comedy is John Oxenford ' s " Lord Dundreary's Brother Sam , " in which the late Mr . Sothern achieved a success . Mr . Lytton
Sothern , his son , plays the part of the Hon . Sam . Shngsby , but not with the same success as did his sire . Mr . Sothern , jun ., is droll and humourous , and is supported by a company who enter heartily into the spirit of the piece , nevertheless it does not seem to go as it did years ago . Its day is past , and we do not think any one can play the principal role as the original did . Bro . Squire is funny as Trimback ; Mr . Hargrcaves makes a very good Uncle Rumbelow ;
Miss Agnes Hewitt plays the part of the young lady Alice , to whom the Hon . Sam . Slingsby pretends he is married , with a charming grace , as does clever Miss Laura Linden that of Mrs . Trimback . But we ate mistaken if our surmise be not correct that it was to the travestie the people were attached , the piece which followed . Messrs . Yardley ( the well-known cricketer ) and Stephens have written what they term a respectful
burlesque perversion of Mr . Wills Olivia , " and called it " The Vicar of Wideawakefield ; or , the Miss-Terry-ous Uncle . " The original is not a play which lends itself very readily to parodying ; but the authors have collaborated a very funny piece with the materials , introducing some good songs and dances , and clever puns . Dr . Primrose is here made to be an artful , designing vicar , a card sharper , a flirt with the village maidens , and who plots for the marriage of
his two daughters and son , and , under disguises , himself performs the marriage ceremony . Mr . Arthur Roberts and Miss Laura Linden represent Bro . Henry Irving and Miss Ellen Terry with much success . Mr . Roberts , however , when he has the stage to himself throws off the Irving voice and mannerisms , and is Mr . Roberts . Miss Laura Linden is extremely happy in her mimicking of Miss Ellen Terry , and imitates her voice , gesture , and manner of
speech to the life . Miss Violet Cameron makes no attempt of burlesquing Mr . Terriss . As Squire Thornhill , she met with a cordial reception , and sung effectively . She and Miss Linden got an encore in their duet , " Only a little while , love . " The chiefs are supported by a good chorus , and when the company get more used to their parts , the
burlesque may settle down , and keep the Gaiety open until the regular season commences , " w ' e notice that Mr . Hollingshead has adopted advertising . The Gaiety was the only theatre which did hot , except in the newspapers , advertise its pieces . Wc suppose it is found necessary to follow the suit of the other theatres .
; * ; - * Bro . J . L . Toole has gone on tour , as his wont at this season , he returns to London early in December , and will reopen with "The O'Dora ; " or , "A Wrong Accent , " and a new piece . / .. & i :
On Tuesday Mr . Wilson Barren reopens " the Princesses" in Oxford-street , with a new drama by himself and Mr . Jones , entitled , " Hoodman Blind , " which we believe is another phrase for " Blindman ' s Buff . " The cast includes Messrs . Wilson Barrett , George Barrett , Clifford Cooper , and Willard , and Miss Eastlake . #
* * At the Adelphi the Gatti brothers have revived Mr . Dion Boucicault ' s Irish romantic drama , "Arrah Na Pogue , " which twenty years ago on its production on the London stage was universally recognised as a play of great merit and was then a big success . We think this the best of Mr . Boucicault's plays , though it is perhaps the least known . " Arrah Na I-Wiie " deals with Irish peasant
life , it teems with sound Irish humour , while the dialogue and building up of the leading incidents combine to render the play one of striking interest to the audience . Mr . Robert Patcman , the process-server ( Michael Sheen ) receives nightly storms of hisses , the best token that his rendering of the character is appreciated . Mr . Sullivan ,
as Shaun the Post , illustrates to the hie the type of a peasant Irishman as we have seen them . Miss Mary Rorke wins the applause by her quiet and charming acting in the part of Arrah . Miss Cissy Grahame plays nicely , but we wish she would not clench her teeth and make such grimaces when she speaks . Bro . Sims , we believe , is engaged writing a new drama for this theatre .
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Royal Masonic Institution For Boys.
ROYAL MASONIC INSTITUTION FOR BOYS .
. A special meeting of the House Committee was held at the Institution , Wood Green , on Saturday last , for the purpose of bidding farewell to the late Matron , Miss Hall , and formally inducting into office the newly-appointed House Steward and Matron , Mr . and Mrs . Dove . It is needless to say that in taking leave ot Miss Hall alter her
long and efficient services as Matron , the Committee were most cordial in the expression of their thanks , the members , both collectively and individually , giving utterance to . the wish that Miss Hall might be spared for many years to enjoy that rest to which , by reason of her onerous and responsible duties during 22 years , and the admirable manner in which she had fulfilled them , she was so justly entitled .
Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution.
ROYAL MASONIC BENEVOLENT INSTITUTION .
The General Committee of this Institution held its usual monthly meeting at Freemasons' Hall on Wednesday . Bro . Raynham W . Stewart , P . G . D ., occupied the chair , and among those present those present were Bros . Edgar Bowyer , P . G . Std . B . ; F . Davison , Henry Cox , F . Adlard ,
C . F . Matier , A . Forsyth , C . H . Webb , Thos . Griffiths , T . B . Daniell , J . H . Leggott , G . Bolton , W . J . Crutch , S . B . Wilson , Thomas Cubitt , L . Stean , J . A . Farnfield , A . Durrant , E . F . Storr , and John Mason ( acting Secretary ) . The minutes of the preoious meeting having been read and verified , the death of one male annuitant was reported . The Wardens' report for the month was read , and a vote of thanks was accorded to the Supreme Council , 33 , A . and
A . Kite , for their annual gift of tea , Sic , referred to therein . Five male and three female petitions were considered and accepted , the names being placed on the list of candidates for the election in May next , and the application of a widow for the half of her late husband ' s annuity was granted . Bro . Webb ' s motion naving been postponed till next month , the meeting closed with a vote of the Chairman .
Provincial Grand Chapter Of Somersetshire.
PROVINCIAL GRAND CHAPTER OF SOMERSETSHIRE .
The following are the officers for the- current year , their appointments having been made at the annual convocation of the Provincial Grand Chapter , held at Yeovil , under the presidency of M . E . Comp . Colonel Adair , Prov . G . Supt ., on the 23 rd ult : Comp . R . C . Else ( re-appointed ) ... Prov . G . H .
„ C . W . Radway Prov . G . I . „ W . Long Prov . G . S . E . „ ] , Boulton Prov . G . S . N . „ S . Edwards , Prov . G . P . Soj . „ J . B . Marwood Prov . G . Asst . Soj „ E . T . Payne ( re-elected ) ... Prov . G . Treas .
„ R . Damon Prov . G . Swd . B . „ C . Wilson Prov . G . Std . B . „ I . K . Forster Prov . G . D . C . „ F . W . Raban ... Prov . G . Org . ,, R . Couzins ( reappointed ) ... Prov . G . Jan . „ A . J . Salter ( reappointed ) ... Prov . G . Asst . Jan
Laying The Foundation Stone Of The Corn Exchange, Abingdon.
LAYING THE FOUNDATION STONE OF THE CORN EXCHANGE , ABINGDON .
On Tuesday last , while a number of brethren were busy at Wood Green in connection with the Boys' Preparatory School , the ancient borough of Abingdon was in a state of unusual bustle and excitement . The market square and streets were decorated with bunting ; well-dressed people
arrived at the hotels , and towards noon most of the places of business were closed . Soon after half-past twelve , Bro . G . Saxby , W . M . of the Abbey Lodge , No . 945 , entered the quaint lodge room in the old Council Chamber , and proceeded to open a lodge of emergency . Bro . H . D'Almaine , P . M ., P . P . G . S . W ., the Secretary of the lodge , read the dispensation from Sir Daniel Gooch , the
Provincial Grand Master , and the usual formalities of calling off were gone through . The members of the lodge present were Bros . G . Saxby , W . M . ; Rev . Morland , Chap . ; J . Blandy Jenkins , P . M ., Treas . ; H . D'Almaine , P . M ., Sec ; J . B . King , S . D . ; J . Tomkins , D . C ; J . J . Goldsmith , I . G . ; J . Heber Clarke ( the Worshipful the Mayor ) , P . M .: W . Hedges ,
. 1 . Blake , G . Morland , E . L . Shepherd , P . M . ; C . T . Lovett , J . H . Challoncr , B . Badcock , W . H . Trendell , A . H . Simpson , C . D . Adkin , W . H . Cousins , G . Winship ( Borough Surveyor ); while as visitors there were present Bros . K . Bradley , P . M ., P . Z ., Prov . G . Sec , and Henry Lovegrove , P . M ., P . Z ., P . P . G . S . of W . Middx . The Oxford City Band headed the procession , next came
foresters and Oddfellows , Charity Trustees and Governors , the Vicar and Clergy , in cassocks , surplices , and hoods , the Lord High Steward of Abingdon , the Earl of Abingdon , with the Countess , the Abingdon Fire Brigade , and another oand . The first halt was at the site of the Cottage Hospital , 2 nd then , by way of Brond-street , to the site of the Corn Exchangewhere one stone was laid by the Earl of
Abing-, don and the other by the Mayor . The procession returned , and the Abbey Lodge was closed in due form . At three o'clock , the whole of the Masons , the Corporation , and a number of county gentlemen , with their wives , Were received by the Mayor in the Council Chamber , and Were conducted by him to the ancient Shire hall—said to be Ue work of Inigo Jones—where an excellent repast awaited them .
. jn due course justice was done to the good , things pio-V | ued , and the usual toasts were proposed , the speeches of 'he Earl of Abingdon being much applauded . In the »» 2 ff > the member for the borough , Mr . J . C . Clarke , . ' ' gave a earden cartv . and the visitinir brethren
returned by the last train . 1 he Corn Exchange , Cottage Hospital , and Bank—three structures which when finished will add to the beauty of the r * " —have been designed by Mr . Charles Bell , of London , < "iQ bro . Henry Lovegrove is the surveyor .
Interesting Masonic Ceremony At Edinburgh.
INTERESTING MASONIC CEREMONY AT EDINBURGH .
On the 4 th instant there took place an annual ceremony of a most interesting character , and one the nature of which is not widely known even Masonically . A goodlv number of the brethren of Lodge No . S ( Journeymen ) assembled at the West Church ( St . Cuthbert ' s ) . and there
inspected the tombs of the several deceased brethren whose remains rest there , including those of the late Bro . G . M . Kemp , architect of the Scott monument . They then proceeded to the Grange Cemetery , and from thence to the Calton , winding up the visitation at Reslalrig . This
visitation implies an obligation on the part of the Lodge Journeymen to visit yearly the tombs of deceased brethren , inspect the same , and execute repairs if any be found necessary , in order to the preservation of the monuments . The R . W . M ., Bro . Rennie , headed the brethren in the procession .
Presentation To Bro. Surgeonmajor J. A. Campbell, At Bermuda.
PRESENTATION TO BRO . SURGEONMAJOR J . A . CAMPBELL , AT BERMUDA .
The brethren of Unity Lodge , No . jtG , St . George's , met at their looms , on St . John ' s Day , for the purpose of presenting their Immediate Past Master , Bro . Surgeon-Major J . A . Campbell , with a Past Master ' s jewel . Worshipful Master Bro . the Rev . T . F . FALKNEK ,
Chaplain to the Forces , in presenting the jewel , made a very forcible speech , alluding in the warmest terms to the real hard work and self-denying zeal which his predecessor , Bro . Dr . Campbell , had brought to bear on the cause of Masonry , and of Unity Lodge in particular , of which the present flourishing state of the lodge was the fruit and obvious proof . He expressed his hope that Bro . Campbell ,
whenever he attended the lodge in future , would wear the jewel as a slight memento of good work done , and kindly regard gained amongst his brethren of Unity Lodge , and that many years of usefulness might be in store for him in the cause of true Freemasonry . Bro . Dr . CAMPBELL , P . M ., in reply , assured the reverend brother and the brethren that his labour in
Masonry was one of love . His successful efforts he attributed to his profound belief in the teachings of Masonry and the happiness of mankind in general , and the faithful in particular , that accrued from its benevolent , charitable , and generous precepts . He thanked the Worshipful Master and the lodge for the beautiful jewel , which he would ever wear with laudable pride , and trusted it would prove an
incentive to still greater efforts by him in his onward and upward career in the good cause he had at heart . The brethren afterwards sat down together to supper . Wor . Bro . Smith , P . M ., being the senior present , took the chair . After supper the usual Masonic toasts were drunk . Amid much applause Bro . SMITH proposed "The Health of the Guest of the Evening , Bro . Campbell . He reviewed
the amount of work done during his year of office , and referring to the number of Masons he had made in that time as 35 , humorously remarked that the quantity was only outdone by the quality . Bro . Smith , with a wave of his hand round the table , said , " There they are , and they speak for themselves . " They are physically , mentally , and morally the best men in the garrison .
W . Bro . CAMPBELL , in returning thanks for the genial and cordial receptionjthe brethren had given the toast , expatiated on the broad unsectarian basis of the Order , the front rank it lias held in the civilization of the world from the time of Adam down , and the vast charitable and benevolent institutions that have sprung from it—he named a number of those institutions—and referred specially to the
St . John ' s Ambulance Association , and the British Ophthalmic Hospital in Jerusalem , which are the offspring of Freemasonry , and put forth for the good of all nations , tongues , and creeds of people . Dr . Campbell then invited the brethren to a light collation at his lodge on the
first Thursday in August , and resumed his seat . Bros , the Rev . Reilby , Lightbourne , Dr . Butterfield , Latham , and Barnes each made short speeches . Some excellent songs were sung and recitations given , and after a most agreeable evening , the brethren separated on the square , in love , peace , and harmony .
Grand Lodge Of All Scottish Freemasonry In India.
GRAND LODGE OF ALL SCOTTISH FREEMASONRY IN INDIA .
The regular Quarterly Communication of this Grand Lodge was held in Freemasons' Hall , Bombay , on the 25 th April last , under the presidency of Bro . Capt . Henry Morland , M . W . G . M ., there being present among others Bros , the Hon . lames Gibbs , Past G . M .: j . Y . Lang , Depute
G . M . ; Manockjee Cursetjee , Hon . Depute G . M . ; K . R . Cama , Hon . Depute G . M . ; Murzban , Hon Depute G . M . j D . R . Chichgur , Hon . Suo . G . M . ; D . P . Mehta , Hon . Sub . G . M . ; C . D . Furdoonjee , Hon . Sub . G . M . ; H . li . Mactaggart , G . S . W . ; D . S . Tarapoorwalla , G . J . W . ; N . R . Chichgur , G . Asst . Sec ; Nowromee Jeewanjee , G . Treas . ; Rev . W . G . H . Ellison , G . Chap . ; A . Russell ,
G . S . D . ; Balccustna Kirtikac , G . J . D . ; F . Blyth , G . Jeweller ; J . E . Davur , G . Zendavesta Br . ; J . E . Macaulay , G . S . B . ; JehangeerK . Cama , G . Org . ; Wamjee N . Davur , ist G . Std . Br . ; Rustomjee K . R . Cama , G . Stwd . ; S . D . Dubash , ist G . Marshal ; F . M . Uillimoiia , G . Purst . ; and J . C . Houghland , G . Tyler . Grand Lodge having been opened , and a deputation
appointed to usher in Bro , James Gibbs , the latter was conducted to his seat on the dais , and returned thanks briefly for the complimeutary speech of welcome addressed to him by the M . W . G . M . The minutes of the previous communication having been taken as read and confirmed , and sundry Grand Officers invested who had not been able to attend the meeting when they were appointed , the M . W . G . M ., in the absence .
through illness and a domestic affliction , of the G . Secretary , gave a summary of the accounts for the past year , having received valuable assistance in hiswork from Bro . D . R . Chichgur . These accounts , both in respect of the Grand Lodge Fund and Benevolent , were very satisfactory ,
the Hall Committee account being in a similarly fortunate state . The GRAND MASTER stated among other things that the portrait of their Past Grand Master , Bro . Balfour , was on view at the studio of Alessrs . Bourne and Shepherd , and that , as it was considered by many who had seen it as not
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being a satisfactory likeness , steps were proposed to be taken to have it improved . Votes of condolence were passed to Bro . li . Freeborn , G . Sec , who had lost his daughter , and the parents of the late Cursetjee Nusserwanjee Cama , an old member of Grand Lodge , who many years back had presented a complete set of clothing for the Grand Officers , and who to the date of
his death had enjoyed the respect of the Craft . ^ Sundry letters of thanks for votes of sympathy passed by Grand Lodge having been read and ordered to be recorded , and " Hearty good wishes " having been expressed by Bro . James Gibbs , and acknowledged by the Grand Master , Grand Lodge was closed . At the banquet whicli followed Bro . Vice-Admiral Sir W . N . Hewett , V . C ., K . C . B ., Naval Commander-in-Chief , was present as a guest .
The Theatres.
THE THEATRES .
The great " Pink Pearl " at the Prince ' s seems to be settling down into a permanent success , as its inauguration foretold . The play is no doubt so far cleverly ingenious , and the dialogue so smart that the public will eventually justify by their support the flattering opinion which was universally entertained on its production .
w * * During a holiday , which Mr . Arthur Cecil , Mrs . John Wood , and Miss Marian Terry are taking from the Court , their parts in "The Magistrate" are being played by Mr . Beerbohm Tree , Miss Lottie Venne , and Mrs . Beerbohm Tree respectively . Judging by the audiences Mr . Pincro's farcical comedy seems destined to have a long
run-On Saturday the Gaiety re-opened under the direction of Mr . F . J . Harris , who put forth such an entertainment as frequenters of this house have been accustomed to . 1 he new programme includes comedy and burlesque , which ought to go a long way to restore to this once popular house its former fortune . The comedy is John Oxenford ' s " Lord Dundreary's Brother Sam , " in which the late Mr . Sothern achieved a success . Mr . Lytton
Sothern , his son , plays the part of the Hon . Sam . Shngsby , but not with the same success as did his sire . Mr . Sothern , jun ., is droll and humourous , and is supported by a company who enter heartily into the spirit of the piece , nevertheless it does not seem to go as it did years ago . Its day is past , and we do not think any one can play the principal role as the original did . Bro . Squire is funny as Trimback ; Mr . Hargrcaves makes a very good Uncle Rumbelow ;
Miss Agnes Hewitt plays the part of the young lady Alice , to whom the Hon . Sam . Slingsby pretends he is married , with a charming grace , as does clever Miss Laura Linden that of Mrs . Trimback . But we ate mistaken if our surmise be not correct that it was to the travestie the people were attached , the piece which followed . Messrs . Yardley ( the well-known cricketer ) and Stephens have written what they term a respectful
burlesque perversion of Mr . Wills Olivia , " and called it " The Vicar of Wideawakefield ; or , the Miss-Terry-ous Uncle . " The original is not a play which lends itself very readily to parodying ; but the authors have collaborated a very funny piece with the materials , introducing some good songs and dances , and clever puns . Dr . Primrose is here made to be an artful , designing vicar , a card sharper , a flirt with the village maidens , and who plots for the marriage of
his two daughters and son , and , under disguises , himself performs the marriage ceremony . Mr . Arthur Roberts and Miss Laura Linden represent Bro . Henry Irving and Miss Ellen Terry with much success . Mr . Roberts , however , when he has the stage to himself throws off the Irving voice and mannerisms , and is Mr . Roberts . Miss Laura Linden is extremely happy in her mimicking of Miss Ellen Terry , and imitates her voice , gesture , and manner of
speech to the life . Miss Violet Cameron makes no attempt of burlesquing Mr . Terriss . As Squire Thornhill , she met with a cordial reception , and sung effectively . She and Miss Linden got an encore in their duet , " Only a little while , love . " The chiefs are supported by a good chorus , and when the company get more used to their parts , the
burlesque may settle down , and keep the Gaiety open until the regular season commences , " w ' e notice that Mr . Hollingshead has adopted advertising . The Gaiety was the only theatre which did hot , except in the newspapers , advertise its pieces . Wc suppose it is found necessary to follow the suit of the other theatres .
; * ; - * Bro . J . L . Toole has gone on tour , as his wont at this season , he returns to London early in December , and will reopen with "The O'Dora ; " or , "A Wrong Accent , " and a new piece . / .. & i :
On Tuesday Mr . Wilson Barren reopens " the Princesses" in Oxford-street , with a new drama by himself and Mr . Jones , entitled , " Hoodman Blind , " which we believe is another phrase for " Blindman ' s Buff . " The cast includes Messrs . Wilson Barrett , George Barrett , Clifford Cooper , and Willard , and Miss Eastlake . #
* * At the Adelphi the Gatti brothers have revived Mr . Dion Boucicault ' s Irish romantic drama , "Arrah Na Pogue , " which twenty years ago on its production on the London stage was universally recognised as a play of great merit and was then a big success . We think this the best of Mr . Boucicault's plays , though it is perhaps the least known . " Arrah Na I-Wiie " deals with Irish peasant
life , it teems with sound Irish humour , while the dialogue and building up of the leading incidents combine to render the play one of striking interest to the audience . Mr . Robert Patcman , the process-server ( Michael Sheen ) receives nightly storms of hisses , the best token that his rendering of the character is appreciated . Mr . Sullivan ,
as Shaun the Post , illustrates to the hie the type of a peasant Irishman as we have seen them . Miss Mary Rorke wins the applause by her quiet and charming acting in the part of Arrah . Miss Cissy Grahame plays nicely , but we wish she would not clench her teeth and make such grimaces when she speaks . Bro . Sims , we believe , is engaged writing a new drama for this theatre .