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Instruction.
J . Carter , P . M ., Preceptor ; Higerty , Sec . ; Harman , S . D . ; Ellis , J . D . ; Cowley , I . G . ; Foot , Cleaver , Black , Joyce , P . M ., Bain , Hardman , Shearman , W . Carter , P . M ., Marshall , Hum , G . R . Smith , Bate , R . Bell , VV . H . Jones , C . Terry , 1790 ; F . J . Cuthbert 1 S 15 ; H . Ackermann , 1 S 15 ; Montague Shearman , 1146 ; H . Kendrick , 1044 ; and others . Lodge was opened , and the minutes of the previous
meeting were read and confirmed , after which the W . M . introduced Bro . Stevens , whose able lecture gave the greatest satisfaction to all present . For upwards of two hours the brethren gave earnest attention to the remarks of the lecturer , frequently expressing their cardial agreement therewith , and at its conclusion Bro . Stevens resumed his seat admidst loud applause . Bro . Carter , P . M ., Preceptor , proposed that a vote of thanks and honorary membership
should be accorded to the worthy lecturer , at the same time expressing his decided opinion that the lecture should be heard by all those who desired a clearer insight into Masonic working than they already enjoyed . Bro . Knipler , S . W ., seconded the motion , which was carried unanimously , Bro . Stevens in returning thanks stated his readiness to repeat the lecture whenever and wherever invited to do so . Bros . Montague Shearman , 1146 , and Bendrich , 1044 , were elected members , and the lodge was closed in due form .
HYDE PARK LODGE ( No . 1425 ) . —A meeting of this lodge was held on the 3 rd inst ., at the Fountains Abbey Hotel , in , Praed-street , Paddington , VV ., at which were present Bros . J . Lawrence , W . M . ; VV . H . Chalfort , W . M . 1425 , S . W . ; F . Swain , J . W . ; G . Read , P . M . Si I , Preceptor ; H . Dehane , P . P . G . S . D . Essex , Sec . ; S . J . Humfress , S . D . ; C S . Mote , J . D . ; F . Chandler , I . G . ; J . C Rhind , Stwd . ; Past Masters : Bros . James
Stevens , 720 , 1216 , 1426 ; Al . S . Spiegel , iSS ; VV . Craig , 1425 ; J . T . Michelburgh , 1425 ; Capt . A . Nicols , VV . M . 1974 , P . D . G . S . of W . Punjab ; C . Andrews , 77 ; H . Povey , 22 ; also Bros . M . J . Green , VV . B . Hatton , C R . Wickens , T . Artand , R . Masefield , H . P . Fowler , A . Hardy , J . French J . T . Thomas , G . F . Ferris , D . Shand , ] . Collinson , W . G . Mason , C j . Morse , R . E . Cursons , W . Death , M . S . Rodet , M . J . Daniel , H . Perdue , C . E .
Botley , G . Dickenson , and others . Visitors : Bros . J . Dehane , 10 5 2 , Q 02 ; VV . T . Tomkin , 132 S ; Capt . F . Wilson , 1356 ; S . Vandyck , 1328 ; and H . Wilkinson , 733 . Lodge was opened , and the minutes having been read , the lodge was passed to the F . C . Degree . In accordance with a long-standing promise , Bro . Jas Stevens was called upon to deliver , for the first time , his lecture explanatory of trie ceremonial of the Second Degree , and this he proceeded
to do . Although not by any means so lengthy as that he gives in the First Degree , the lecture is quite as interesting , and the same close attention which the first lecture receives was given to this . We hope Bro . Stevens will be encouraged by the reception given him to hasten the preparation of the M . M . lecture , and thereby complete a series of addresses which cannot fail to be of great service to the Craft generally . We can strongly recommend other lodges
of instruction to hear them , and believe the worthy lecturer is open to invitations for that purpose . At the conclusion of his lecture , _ Bro . Stevens most satisfactorily answered questions relating to disputed points in working ; and a cordial vote of thanks was recorded on the minutes for the instruction afforded . Bro . Capt . T . Wilson , 1536 , was elected
a member . A presentation of Masonic regalia was made by Bros . Lawrence , Mason , and Green , to whom hearty acknowledgment was given . The lodge was then closed in perfect harmony . Subsequently ballots were taken for the Masonic Charities , and soon after the brethren separated .
COVENT GARDEN LODGE ( No . 1614 ) . — A meeting of this lodge was held on the 29 th ult ., at the Cranbourne Hotel , 1 , Upper St . Martin's-lane , VV . C . ( next door to Aldridge ' s ) , when the following were p resent : Bros . Ruyssenears , W . M . ; G . Coleman , S . W . ; I'owles , I . W . ; Ralph , S . D . ; Foord , J . D . ; B . Solomons , I . G . ; W . H . Richardson , Preceptor ; G . Reynolds , Secretary ; Delarue , 1 . Skinner , W . M . 53 S ; Mordecai , T . Wilson , Thorpe ,
W . C Smith , Corby , H . Hewett , A . Dickson , E . VV . Smith , and Mogford . The lodge was opened in due form , and the minutes of the last meeting were read and confirmed . Bro . Fowles worked the 2 nd Section of the Lecture . Bro . H . Hewett offering himself as a candidate for initiation , the W . M . rehearsed the ceremony . Bro . W . C . Smith worked the 4 th Section of the Lecture . Bro . G . Coleman was elected VV . M . for the ensuing week , and appointed his officers in
rotation . A vote of thanks was unanimously recorded on the minutes of the lodge of instruction for the very able manner in which the W . M . had performed his duties . _ The following brethren were unanimously elected as joining members of the lodge of instruction : Bros . J . Skinner , W . M . 538 ; H . Hewett , 834 ; E . Mordecai , 1348 ; and C . Corby , 957 . The VV . M . having received their " Hearty good wishes , " the lodge was closed in due form and adjourned . ¦
NEW FINSBURY PARK LODGE ( No . 16 95 ) . —The weekly meeting of this lodge of instruction was held at Hornsey Wood Tavern , on Tuesday , the nth inst ., when there were present Bros . Moon , W . AL ; Davies , Preceptor ; Bolt , S . W . ; Oldis , J . W . ; Berry , Sec ; Morris , S . D . ; Haynes , J . D . ; Frampton , I . G . ; and Bros , Fenner , Grisle , Gribell , Eldridge , Cox , Fetch , Scott , Tremere , Knights , Hoare , Dixie , and Gregory . The lodge was opened in due form , and with solemn
prayer . The minutes of the last meeting were read and confirmed . Bro . Gribell having offered himself as a candidate , the ceremony of initiation was rehearsed . The lodge was then opened in the Second Degree , and the ceremony of passing was rehearsed , Bro . Dixie being the candidate . The lodge was resumed in the First Degree , and Bro . Bolt was elected as W . M . for the next meeting ; and all business being ended , the lodge was closed and adjourned to Tuesday evening next at 8 o ' clock .
Royal Arch.
Royal Arch .
ALDERSGATE CHAPTER ( No . 1657 ) . —A meeting of this young chapter was held on Monday last , at 'he Castle and Falcon Hotel , Aldersgate-street . There Were present Comps . John Derby Allcroft , Grand Treas ., M . E . Z . ; Rev . Dr . P . H . Ernest Brette , H . ; Alfred Brookman , J . ; Fredk . Crockford , S . E . ; Samuel White ,
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S . N . ; E . Y . Jolliffe , P . S . ; John Larkin , 2 nd-Asst . S . ; George Kenning , Treas . ; Joseph Parkinson , Janitor ; Wm . Henry Froom , Arthur B . Hudson , Geo . Rawlinson , Philip Saillard , George Vickery , Horace Brooks Alarshall . Visitors -. Comps . Dr . Greatrex , and J . L . Mather . The minutes of the last convocation having been read and confirmed , Bros . Geo . Vickery and Philip Saillard , 16 57 ,
were exalted to the Holy Royal Arch Degree . Comp . Kenning proposed and Comp . the Rev . Dr . Brette seconded that £ 55 s . be contributed to the "Hughan Testimonial Fund , " the motion being carried with acclamation . The chapter was closed and the companions adjourned to banquet , at the conclusion of which the usual toasts were duly honoured .
SHEERNESS-ON-SEA . —Adams Chapter ( No . 15 S ) . —The installation meeting of this old and much respected chapter took place on Tuesday , the 27 th ult ., at the Bethel New Schoolroom , Hope-street , ; AIiIe Town , which was kindly lent for this occasion . The chapter was opened at three o ' clock , by Comps . ] . Woodley , M . E . Z . ; M . J . Sullivan , H . ; and A . Spears , P . Z ., P . P . G . S . B .,
as J . ; the other companions present being Comps . VV . Pannell , P . Z ., S . E . ; G . T . Green , S . N . ; R . J . E . Brown , P . S . ; R . H . Plattin , ist A . S . ; J . Tower , 2 nd A . S . ; and J . Akhurst , Janitor ; J . Bagshaw , P . Z . ; and W . Pitts . The visitors includedthe following companions , viz ., Comps . J . M . Goldfinch , ALE . Z . 1273 ; G . H . Chexfield , ALE . Z . 427 ; H . Penfold , P . Z ., P . P . G . N . 1174 ;
W . | . Blakey , P . Z ., P . P . G . S . B . 20 ; C Burley , H . 1273 ; H . Black , J . 1273 ; and Barron , A . S . of 1273 . The chapter was opened by a dispensation granted by the Grand Superintendent , Lord Holmesdale , for holding a convocation at the above mentioned place . The minutes were then read and confirmed , after which Comps . W . Pannell , P . Z ., and A . Spears , P . Z ., proceeded to install
Comps . AL J . Sullivan , as Z . ; T . M . Rigg , as II . ; and G . T . Green , as J . The rest of the officers appointed and invested were Comps . J . Bagshaw , P . Z ., S . E . ; R . J . E . Brown , S . N . ; R . H . Plattin , P . S . ; J . Tower , 1 st A . S . ; VV . Pitts , 2 nd A . S . ; A . Spears , P . Z ., Treas . ; and J . Akhurst ( re-elected ) , Janitor . A cordial vote of thanks was ordered to be entered on the minutes of the chapter to
E . Comps . A . Spears and VV . Pannell for the able and impressive manner in which they had performed the beautiful ceremony . After the " Hearty good wishes" had been given from the various companions of the several chapters present , this old chapter , whose warrant dates from 1 S 21 , but is well known to have exalted candidates into the R . A . Degree before the year 1813 , was closed in due and ancient form .
The companions then proceeded to the Britannia Hotel , opposite the Crescent , Alile Town , and sat down to a most excellent banquet , provided by the worthy hostess , assisted by her son , E . Comp . G . T . Green . After the good things provided had been disposed of , " The Healths of Her Most Gracious Majesty the Queen and Royal Family" were drunk with great enthusiasm , the toast to "H . R . H . the
Prince of VVales , Al . E . G . / ., " being highly honoured also . "The Healths of the Earl of Carnarvon , and the remainder of the Grand Officers , Present and Past , " followed ; and "The Health of the Grand Superintendent of Kent , Lord Holmesdale , " came next , coupled with the names of Comps . H . Penfold , W . Blakey , and A . Spears , who returned thanks .
" The Health of the AI . E . Z . " was next proposed , who returned his hearty thanks for the honour conferred upon him , and regretted he was not able to toast the healths of the 2 nd and 3 rd Principals , on account of the absence of E . Comp . T . M . Rigg , H ., through illness . He then gave " The Health of E . Comp . G . T . Green , J ., " who readily responded , and kindly thanked the
companions for placing him in the position they had that day , an office his father had held , also his grandfather and uncle , and he hoped he would be as successful as they had been . "The Health of the Officers" and other toasts were then given . - In replying for "The Visitors , " E . Comp . J . M .
Goldsmith and others thanked the companions of Adams Chapter for the kind , hearty , and cordial manner in which they had been received . After spending a very enjoyable evening together , and passing a vote of thanks to the worthy hostess , the companions retired at an early hour , heartily pleased , and with good wishes to each other .
TEIGNMOUTH . — Benevolent Chapter ( No . 303 ) . —The annual meeting for the installation of principals and officers was held at the Alasonic Hall , on Thursday , the 29 th ult . The duties of installation were most efficiently carried out by Comp . F . C Hallet P . Z ., S . E . ; and the following Comps . were invested : C J . Workman , Z . ; J . J . O . Evans , H . ; H . L . Friend , J . ; J . U . Valentine , P . G . O ' .,
P . Z . ; G . VV . Ormerod , P . Z ., Treas . ; F . C Hallett , S . E . ; W . H . Discombe , S . N . ; W . H . R . Saunders , P . S . ; J . Horsham , ist A . S . ; G . H . Croydon , 2 nd A . S . ; G . B . Avant , Registrar ; G . H . P . Westcott , D . C ; P . Haggarty , Janitor . At the close ot the chapter a hearty vote of thanks was given to Comp . Hallett for the most able manner in which the duties of the installation had been conducted .
MANCHESTER . —Blair Chapter ( No . 815 ) . — The bi-monthly meeting of the members of this chapter took place on Tuesday , the 27 th ult ., at the Hulme Town Hall , when there were present Comps . H . L . Rocca , Z . ; W . R . Sowter , H . ; W . H . Hopkins , P . P . G . D . C , J . j Rowley , S . E . ; Blair , S . N . ; Sheldrick , P . S . ; E . Davies , ist Asst . Soj . ; Hart , 2 nd Asst . Soj . ; Perry , acting Janitor
W . Towle , and others . The chapter was opened at six o ' clock , and when the minutes of the previous meeting had been read and confirmed , Bro . Foulkes , 815 , was balloted for , and being elected to become a member of the chapter , was forthwith
exalted to the Holy Royal Arch Degree by the M . E . Z . The historical lecture was delivered by Comp . Rocca ; the symbolical by Comp . Sowter ; and the mystical by Comp . Hopkins . The whole of the work was well done and went very smooth , reflecting great credit on all concerned . The chanter was afterwards closed in due form .
MADAME TUSSAUD AI *» SON ' S EXHIBITION ' . —Portrait Models of H . R . H . the Duke o £ EDINBURGH , M . Ferdinand dc Lesseps , President Grcvy , Marlin Luther , The Orleans Princes , Captain Webb ( taken from life ; . Costly Court Dresses . Also Marwood ( taken from sittings ) . —Admission is . Extra rooms , fid . Open from 10 till 10 . —[ ADVT . ]
Mark Masonry.
Mark Masonry .
SOUTHAMPTON . —St . Andrew ' s Lodge ( No . 63 ) - —The festival of St . Andrew in connection with this lodge was observed at the Masonic Hall , VV . Bro . C . W . A . Jellicoe presiding . Four brethren having received advancement at the hands of VV . Bro . Tilling , P . M ., VV . Bro . Horton , P . M ., was installed as VV . M . for thc ensuing year , the ceremony being ably performed by Bro .
Sheppard , P . M . The officers for the year were appointed as follows : W . Bro . C . W . A . lellicoe , I . P . M . ; Bro . D . O . Hobbs , S . W . ; VV . Bro . Al . Emanuel , P . M ., J . VV . ; Bros . Rev . A . L'Argent Bell , M . O . ; Rev . H . J . Mason , S . O . ; J . Parkinson , P . M ., J . O . ; Rev . VV . C . Browne , Chap . ;
0 . J . lining , f . M ., lreas . ; C . VV . Bemistcr , Sec ; J . Slater , R . M . ; A . J . Blackman , S . D . ; S . Clarke , I . D . 1 . R . Weston , P . M ., D . C . ; VV . O'Neill , I . G . ; Biggs and Vare , Tylers . At a meeting the same afternoon of the Solent Lodge of Royal Ark Mariners , W . Bro . George Cross was re-elected C . N . for the year .
Ancient And Accepted Rite.
Ancient and Accepted Rite .
LANCASTER . —Philips Chapter ( No . 52 ) . —A meeting of this chapter was held on Wednesday ^ he aStli ult . The chapter was opened , in the unavoidable absence of Bro . Cottam , M . W . S ., by HI . Bro . Henry Longman , 30 , assisted by the officers . Alter the business was concluded , the acting M . VV . S ., 111 . Bro . H . Longman , said that he had a very pleasing duty to perform . He wished that either 111 . Bro . C H . Garnet , 31 , or the AI . VV . S ., Bro .
VV . VV . Cottam , had been present , as they would have done more justice to the office than himself , and if it had been known that their illustrious friend , Bro . lBanister , would have been with them that night all the brethren of the chapter would have been present to do honour to theirjworthy brother , who for ten years and more had constantly been with them at their meetings . One thing he would say , that if not as fluent in speech , no one could be more sincere than
he was in presenting in the name of the members of the chapter the illuminated address to their dear friend , hoping that he would be able to come amongst them for many years , whenever he could make it convenient to do so , and in as excellent health as he was then . Bro . Thos . Atkinson , P . AI . W . S ., also kindly expressed his good wishes to their late illustrious chief , in seconding the presentation , which was also supported by 111 . Bro . G . J . AIcKay , 30 ° , P . M . W . S . ; Bro . Major F . C Turner , and
the ALW . S . elect , Bro . A . B . Beavan . III . Bro . Banister , S . G . I . G . and I . G . of the North-Eastern District , thanked the acting M . W . S ., the 111 . Brethren , and Excellent and Perfect Princes for their very kind and cordial expressions of regard for his health and happiness . It was most kind of the members of the chapter to present him with so beautifully illuminated an address , which lie should prize greatly , and he begged to assure IU . Bro .
Longman that there was no one in the chapter from whom he would have been more pleased to receive that mark of kindness from the members of the chapter than his old and valued friend . He thanked them one and all , and trusted that they might enjoy every blessing in their domestic circles , and every enjoyment and success in the chapter , which had been one of the best worked in his district . The Supreme Council had been most considerate and thourrhtful
to relieve him of a portion of his work ; but he was very sorry to leave his old Lancashire brethren , amongst whom he had spent so many happy evenings at their chapters . He would not say good-bye to them , as it was his earnest hope to be spared to often come amongst them . Being made an honorary ! member of all the Northern District , he should receive circulars of the meetings , and whenever he could , they might count on his presence amongst them .
ihe address was passed round to the brethren , who greatly admired the very beautiful design as a whole , and the emblems of the Order so artistically illuminated . The following is a copy of the words : — " Philips Rose Croix Chapter , Lancaster . To 111 . Bro . C J . Banister , S . G . I . G ., 33 ° , Northern District . —Send greeting , and at a meeting of the chapter , held at the Alasonic Rooms , Lancaster , on Wednesday , the 30 th May , 1 SS 3 , it was proposed by 111 Bro . C . H . Garnett , 31 , seconded by Bro . W . VV . Cottam ,
ALW . S . of the chapter , supported by III . Bro . Henry Longman , 30 , and unanimously resolved , that the Recorder be instructed to write to III .- Bro . Charles James Banister , S . G . I . G ., 33 , expressing the sincere regret of the members of the chapter at the severance of the long and pleasant connection that has existed between him and
them , and to assure him that should circumstances enable him to come amongst them again , he will meet with the same cordial and hearty welcome as in time past . —( Signed ) THOS . ATKINSON , IS ° , P . M . W . S ., Recorder . " After the chapter was closed the brethren spent a happy evening together .
Red Cross Of Constantine.
Red Cross of Constantine .
ORIGINAL OR PREMIER CONCLAVE . — This distinguished conclave met at the Freemasons ' Tavern , Great Queen-street , on the 3 rd inst . Among those present were Sir Knights E . H . Thiellay , M . P . S ., G . A . T ., Sic ; Shirley , V . E . ; T . C . Walls , G . S . A ., & c . '
senior c-eneral ; Dr . Alickley , Junior General ; T . Cubitt , P . M . P . S ., Treas . ; J . Mason , G . H . C ., & c , Recorder ; H . J . Lardner , S . B . ; Dr . Pridmore Marsh , P . M . P . S . ; H . A . Dubois , P . ALP . S ., & c ; and the Rev . P . Holden , P . M . P . S ., Sic Sir Knights Dr . Woodman , P . ALP . S ., Grand Recorder , & c . ; and Dr . Harrison , P . ALP . S ., Sic
were visitors . The minutes of the previous conclave having been read and confirmed , Bros . Hardy and VV . P . Payne were impressively installed as knights ot the Order by Sir Knight the Rev . P . Holden , who also delivered most ably the beautiful oration appertaining to the Degree . The report of the Committee appointed to consider the advisability of
removing the conclave was then considered and unanimously agreed upon , viz ., "That in future the conclave shall meet at the Masonic Hall , Red Lion-square , and that the banquet shall take place at the Holborn Restaurant . The members of the Premier Conclave and the Grand Conclave subsequently dined together under the genial presidency of Sir Knight E . H . Thiellay . The long routine of toasts followed , and were duly honoured .
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Instruction.
J . Carter , P . M ., Preceptor ; Higerty , Sec . ; Harman , S . D . ; Ellis , J . D . ; Cowley , I . G . ; Foot , Cleaver , Black , Joyce , P . M ., Bain , Hardman , Shearman , W . Carter , P . M ., Marshall , Hum , G . R . Smith , Bate , R . Bell , VV . H . Jones , C . Terry , 1790 ; F . J . Cuthbert 1 S 15 ; H . Ackermann , 1 S 15 ; Montague Shearman , 1146 ; H . Kendrick , 1044 ; and others . Lodge was opened , and the minutes of the previous
meeting were read and confirmed , after which the W . M . introduced Bro . Stevens , whose able lecture gave the greatest satisfaction to all present . For upwards of two hours the brethren gave earnest attention to the remarks of the lecturer , frequently expressing their cardial agreement therewith , and at its conclusion Bro . Stevens resumed his seat admidst loud applause . Bro . Carter , P . M ., Preceptor , proposed that a vote of thanks and honorary membership
should be accorded to the worthy lecturer , at the same time expressing his decided opinion that the lecture should be heard by all those who desired a clearer insight into Masonic working than they already enjoyed . Bro . Knipler , S . W ., seconded the motion , which was carried unanimously , Bro . Stevens in returning thanks stated his readiness to repeat the lecture whenever and wherever invited to do so . Bros . Montague Shearman , 1146 , and Bendrich , 1044 , were elected members , and the lodge was closed in due form .
HYDE PARK LODGE ( No . 1425 ) . —A meeting of this lodge was held on the 3 rd inst ., at the Fountains Abbey Hotel , in , Praed-street , Paddington , VV ., at which were present Bros . J . Lawrence , W . M . ; VV . H . Chalfort , W . M . 1425 , S . W . ; F . Swain , J . W . ; G . Read , P . M . Si I , Preceptor ; H . Dehane , P . P . G . S . D . Essex , Sec . ; S . J . Humfress , S . D . ; C S . Mote , J . D . ; F . Chandler , I . G . ; J . C Rhind , Stwd . ; Past Masters : Bros . James
Stevens , 720 , 1216 , 1426 ; Al . S . Spiegel , iSS ; VV . Craig , 1425 ; J . T . Michelburgh , 1425 ; Capt . A . Nicols , VV . M . 1974 , P . D . G . S . of W . Punjab ; C . Andrews , 77 ; H . Povey , 22 ; also Bros . M . J . Green , VV . B . Hatton , C R . Wickens , T . Artand , R . Masefield , H . P . Fowler , A . Hardy , J . French J . T . Thomas , G . F . Ferris , D . Shand , ] . Collinson , W . G . Mason , C j . Morse , R . E . Cursons , W . Death , M . S . Rodet , M . J . Daniel , H . Perdue , C . E .
Botley , G . Dickenson , and others . Visitors : Bros . J . Dehane , 10 5 2 , Q 02 ; VV . T . Tomkin , 132 S ; Capt . F . Wilson , 1356 ; S . Vandyck , 1328 ; and H . Wilkinson , 733 . Lodge was opened , and the minutes having been read , the lodge was passed to the F . C . Degree . In accordance with a long-standing promise , Bro . Jas Stevens was called upon to deliver , for the first time , his lecture explanatory of trie ceremonial of the Second Degree , and this he proceeded
to do . Although not by any means so lengthy as that he gives in the First Degree , the lecture is quite as interesting , and the same close attention which the first lecture receives was given to this . We hope Bro . Stevens will be encouraged by the reception given him to hasten the preparation of the M . M . lecture , and thereby complete a series of addresses which cannot fail to be of great service to the Craft generally . We can strongly recommend other lodges
of instruction to hear them , and believe the worthy lecturer is open to invitations for that purpose . At the conclusion of his lecture , _ Bro . Stevens most satisfactorily answered questions relating to disputed points in working ; and a cordial vote of thanks was recorded on the minutes for the instruction afforded . Bro . Capt . T . Wilson , 1536 , was elected
a member . A presentation of Masonic regalia was made by Bros . Lawrence , Mason , and Green , to whom hearty acknowledgment was given . The lodge was then closed in perfect harmony . Subsequently ballots were taken for the Masonic Charities , and soon after the brethren separated .
COVENT GARDEN LODGE ( No . 1614 ) . — A meeting of this lodge was held on the 29 th ult ., at the Cranbourne Hotel , 1 , Upper St . Martin's-lane , VV . C . ( next door to Aldridge ' s ) , when the following were p resent : Bros . Ruyssenears , W . M . ; G . Coleman , S . W . ; I'owles , I . W . ; Ralph , S . D . ; Foord , J . D . ; B . Solomons , I . G . ; W . H . Richardson , Preceptor ; G . Reynolds , Secretary ; Delarue , 1 . Skinner , W . M . 53 S ; Mordecai , T . Wilson , Thorpe ,
W . C Smith , Corby , H . Hewett , A . Dickson , E . VV . Smith , and Mogford . The lodge was opened in due form , and the minutes of the last meeting were read and confirmed . Bro . Fowles worked the 2 nd Section of the Lecture . Bro . H . Hewett offering himself as a candidate for initiation , the W . M . rehearsed the ceremony . Bro . W . C . Smith worked the 4 th Section of the Lecture . Bro . G . Coleman was elected VV . M . for the ensuing week , and appointed his officers in
rotation . A vote of thanks was unanimously recorded on the minutes of the lodge of instruction for the very able manner in which the W . M . had performed his duties . _ The following brethren were unanimously elected as joining members of the lodge of instruction : Bros . J . Skinner , W . M . 538 ; H . Hewett , 834 ; E . Mordecai , 1348 ; and C . Corby , 957 . The VV . M . having received their " Hearty good wishes , " the lodge was closed in due form and adjourned . ¦
NEW FINSBURY PARK LODGE ( No . 16 95 ) . —The weekly meeting of this lodge of instruction was held at Hornsey Wood Tavern , on Tuesday , the nth inst ., when there were present Bros . Moon , W . AL ; Davies , Preceptor ; Bolt , S . W . ; Oldis , J . W . ; Berry , Sec ; Morris , S . D . ; Haynes , J . D . ; Frampton , I . G . ; and Bros , Fenner , Grisle , Gribell , Eldridge , Cox , Fetch , Scott , Tremere , Knights , Hoare , Dixie , and Gregory . The lodge was opened in due form , and with solemn
prayer . The minutes of the last meeting were read and confirmed . Bro . Gribell having offered himself as a candidate , the ceremony of initiation was rehearsed . The lodge was then opened in the Second Degree , and the ceremony of passing was rehearsed , Bro . Dixie being the candidate . The lodge was resumed in the First Degree , and Bro . Bolt was elected as W . M . for the next meeting ; and all business being ended , the lodge was closed and adjourned to Tuesday evening next at 8 o ' clock .
Royal Arch.
Royal Arch .
ALDERSGATE CHAPTER ( No . 1657 ) . —A meeting of this young chapter was held on Monday last , at 'he Castle and Falcon Hotel , Aldersgate-street . There Were present Comps . John Derby Allcroft , Grand Treas ., M . E . Z . ; Rev . Dr . P . H . Ernest Brette , H . ; Alfred Brookman , J . ; Fredk . Crockford , S . E . ; Samuel White ,
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S . N . ; E . Y . Jolliffe , P . S . ; John Larkin , 2 nd-Asst . S . ; George Kenning , Treas . ; Joseph Parkinson , Janitor ; Wm . Henry Froom , Arthur B . Hudson , Geo . Rawlinson , Philip Saillard , George Vickery , Horace Brooks Alarshall . Visitors -. Comps . Dr . Greatrex , and J . L . Mather . The minutes of the last convocation having been read and confirmed , Bros . Geo . Vickery and Philip Saillard , 16 57 ,
were exalted to the Holy Royal Arch Degree . Comp . Kenning proposed and Comp . the Rev . Dr . Brette seconded that £ 55 s . be contributed to the "Hughan Testimonial Fund , " the motion being carried with acclamation . The chapter was closed and the companions adjourned to banquet , at the conclusion of which the usual toasts were duly honoured .
SHEERNESS-ON-SEA . —Adams Chapter ( No . 15 S ) . —The installation meeting of this old and much respected chapter took place on Tuesday , the 27 th ult ., at the Bethel New Schoolroom , Hope-street , ; AIiIe Town , which was kindly lent for this occasion . The chapter was opened at three o ' clock , by Comps . ] . Woodley , M . E . Z . ; M . J . Sullivan , H . ; and A . Spears , P . Z ., P . P . G . S . B .,
as J . ; the other companions present being Comps . VV . Pannell , P . Z ., S . E . ; G . T . Green , S . N . ; R . J . E . Brown , P . S . ; R . H . Plattin , ist A . S . ; J . Tower , 2 nd A . S . ; and J . Akhurst , Janitor ; J . Bagshaw , P . Z . ; and W . Pitts . The visitors includedthe following companions , viz ., Comps . J . M . Goldfinch , ALE . Z . 1273 ; G . H . Chexfield , ALE . Z . 427 ; H . Penfold , P . Z ., P . P . G . N . 1174 ;
W . | . Blakey , P . Z ., P . P . G . S . B . 20 ; C Burley , H . 1273 ; H . Black , J . 1273 ; and Barron , A . S . of 1273 . The chapter was opened by a dispensation granted by the Grand Superintendent , Lord Holmesdale , for holding a convocation at the above mentioned place . The minutes were then read and confirmed , after which Comps . W . Pannell , P . Z ., and A . Spears , P . Z ., proceeded to install
Comps . AL J . Sullivan , as Z . ; T . M . Rigg , as II . ; and G . T . Green , as J . The rest of the officers appointed and invested were Comps . J . Bagshaw , P . Z ., S . E . ; R . J . E . Brown , S . N . ; R . H . Plattin , P . S . ; J . Tower , 1 st A . S . ; VV . Pitts , 2 nd A . S . ; A . Spears , P . Z ., Treas . ; and J . Akhurst ( re-elected ) , Janitor . A cordial vote of thanks was ordered to be entered on the minutes of the chapter to
E . Comps . A . Spears and VV . Pannell for the able and impressive manner in which they had performed the beautiful ceremony . After the " Hearty good wishes" had been given from the various companions of the several chapters present , this old chapter , whose warrant dates from 1 S 21 , but is well known to have exalted candidates into the R . A . Degree before the year 1813 , was closed in due and ancient form .
The companions then proceeded to the Britannia Hotel , opposite the Crescent , Alile Town , and sat down to a most excellent banquet , provided by the worthy hostess , assisted by her son , E . Comp . G . T . Green . After the good things provided had been disposed of , " The Healths of Her Most Gracious Majesty the Queen and Royal Family" were drunk with great enthusiasm , the toast to "H . R . H . the
Prince of VVales , Al . E . G . / ., " being highly honoured also . "The Healths of the Earl of Carnarvon , and the remainder of the Grand Officers , Present and Past , " followed ; and "The Health of the Grand Superintendent of Kent , Lord Holmesdale , " came next , coupled with the names of Comps . H . Penfold , W . Blakey , and A . Spears , who returned thanks .
" The Health of the AI . E . Z . " was next proposed , who returned his hearty thanks for the honour conferred upon him , and regretted he was not able to toast the healths of the 2 nd and 3 rd Principals , on account of the absence of E . Comp . T . M . Rigg , H ., through illness . He then gave " The Health of E . Comp . G . T . Green , J ., " who readily responded , and kindly thanked the
companions for placing him in the position they had that day , an office his father had held , also his grandfather and uncle , and he hoped he would be as successful as they had been . "The Health of the Officers" and other toasts were then given . - In replying for "The Visitors , " E . Comp . J . M .
Goldsmith and others thanked the companions of Adams Chapter for the kind , hearty , and cordial manner in which they had been received . After spending a very enjoyable evening together , and passing a vote of thanks to the worthy hostess , the companions retired at an early hour , heartily pleased , and with good wishes to each other .
TEIGNMOUTH . — Benevolent Chapter ( No . 303 ) . —The annual meeting for the installation of principals and officers was held at the Alasonic Hall , on Thursday , the 29 th ult . The duties of installation were most efficiently carried out by Comp . F . C Hallet P . Z ., S . E . ; and the following Comps . were invested : C J . Workman , Z . ; J . J . O . Evans , H . ; H . L . Friend , J . ; J . U . Valentine , P . G . O ' .,
P . Z . ; G . VV . Ormerod , P . Z ., Treas . ; F . C Hallett , S . E . ; W . H . Discombe , S . N . ; W . H . R . Saunders , P . S . ; J . Horsham , ist A . S . ; G . H . Croydon , 2 nd A . S . ; G . B . Avant , Registrar ; G . H . P . Westcott , D . C ; P . Haggarty , Janitor . At the close ot the chapter a hearty vote of thanks was given to Comp . Hallett for the most able manner in which the duties of the installation had been conducted .
MANCHESTER . —Blair Chapter ( No . 815 ) . — The bi-monthly meeting of the members of this chapter took place on Tuesday , the 27 th ult ., at the Hulme Town Hall , when there were present Comps . H . L . Rocca , Z . ; W . R . Sowter , H . ; W . H . Hopkins , P . P . G . D . C , J . j Rowley , S . E . ; Blair , S . N . ; Sheldrick , P . S . ; E . Davies , ist Asst . Soj . ; Hart , 2 nd Asst . Soj . ; Perry , acting Janitor
W . Towle , and others . The chapter was opened at six o ' clock , and when the minutes of the previous meeting had been read and confirmed , Bro . Foulkes , 815 , was balloted for , and being elected to become a member of the chapter , was forthwith
exalted to the Holy Royal Arch Degree by the M . E . Z . The historical lecture was delivered by Comp . Rocca ; the symbolical by Comp . Sowter ; and the mystical by Comp . Hopkins . The whole of the work was well done and went very smooth , reflecting great credit on all concerned . The chanter was afterwards closed in due form .
MADAME TUSSAUD AI *» SON ' S EXHIBITION ' . —Portrait Models of H . R . H . the Duke o £ EDINBURGH , M . Ferdinand dc Lesseps , President Grcvy , Marlin Luther , The Orleans Princes , Captain Webb ( taken from life ; . Costly Court Dresses . Also Marwood ( taken from sittings ) . —Admission is . Extra rooms , fid . Open from 10 till 10 . —[ ADVT . ]
Mark Masonry.
Mark Masonry .
SOUTHAMPTON . —St . Andrew ' s Lodge ( No . 63 ) - —The festival of St . Andrew in connection with this lodge was observed at the Masonic Hall , VV . Bro . C . W . A . Jellicoe presiding . Four brethren having received advancement at the hands of VV . Bro . Tilling , P . M ., VV . Bro . Horton , P . M ., was installed as VV . M . for thc ensuing year , the ceremony being ably performed by Bro .
Sheppard , P . M . The officers for the year were appointed as follows : W . Bro . C . W . A . lellicoe , I . P . M . ; Bro . D . O . Hobbs , S . W . ; VV . Bro . Al . Emanuel , P . M ., J . VV . ; Bros . Rev . A . L'Argent Bell , M . O . ; Rev . H . J . Mason , S . O . ; J . Parkinson , P . M ., J . O . ; Rev . VV . C . Browne , Chap . ;
0 . J . lining , f . M ., lreas . ; C . VV . Bemistcr , Sec ; J . Slater , R . M . ; A . J . Blackman , S . D . ; S . Clarke , I . D . 1 . R . Weston , P . M ., D . C . ; VV . O'Neill , I . G . ; Biggs and Vare , Tylers . At a meeting the same afternoon of the Solent Lodge of Royal Ark Mariners , W . Bro . George Cross was re-elected C . N . for the year .
Ancient And Accepted Rite.
Ancient and Accepted Rite .
LANCASTER . —Philips Chapter ( No . 52 ) . —A meeting of this chapter was held on Wednesday ^ he aStli ult . The chapter was opened , in the unavoidable absence of Bro . Cottam , M . W . S ., by HI . Bro . Henry Longman , 30 , assisted by the officers . Alter the business was concluded , the acting M . VV . S ., 111 . Bro . H . Longman , said that he had a very pleasing duty to perform . He wished that either 111 . Bro . C H . Garnet , 31 , or the AI . VV . S ., Bro .
VV . VV . Cottam , had been present , as they would have done more justice to the office than himself , and if it had been known that their illustrious friend , Bro . lBanister , would have been with them that night all the brethren of the chapter would have been present to do honour to theirjworthy brother , who for ten years and more had constantly been with them at their meetings . One thing he would say , that if not as fluent in speech , no one could be more sincere than
he was in presenting in the name of the members of the chapter the illuminated address to their dear friend , hoping that he would be able to come amongst them for many years , whenever he could make it convenient to do so , and in as excellent health as he was then . Bro . Thos . Atkinson , P . AI . W . S ., also kindly expressed his good wishes to their late illustrious chief , in seconding the presentation , which was also supported by 111 . Bro . G . J . AIcKay , 30 ° , P . M . W . S . ; Bro . Major F . C Turner , and
the ALW . S . elect , Bro . A . B . Beavan . III . Bro . Banister , S . G . I . G . and I . G . of the North-Eastern District , thanked the acting M . W . S ., the 111 . Brethren , and Excellent and Perfect Princes for their very kind and cordial expressions of regard for his health and happiness . It was most kind of the members of the chapter to present him with so beautifully illuminated an address , which lie should prize greatly , and he begged to assure IU . Bro .
Longman that there was no one in the chapter from whom he would have been more pleased to receive that mark of kindness from the members of the chapter than his old and valued friend . He thanked them one and all , and trusted that they might enjoy every blessing in their domestic circles , and every enjoyment and success in the chapter , which had been one of the best worked in his district . The Supreme Council had been most considerate and thourrhtful
to relieve him of a portion of his work ; but he was very sorry to leave his old Lancashire brethren , amongst whom he had spent so many happy evenings at their chapters . He would not say good-bye to them , as it was his earnest hope to be spared to often come amongst them . Being made an honorary ! member of all the Northern District , he should receive circulars of the meetings , and whenever he could , they might count on his presence amongst them .
ihe address was passed round to the brethren , who greatly admired the very beautiful design as a whole , and the emblems of the Order so artistically illuminated . The following is a copy of the words : — " Philips Rose Croix Chapter , Lancaster . To 111 . Bro . C J . Banister , S . G . I . G ., 33 ° , Northern District . —Send greeting , and at a meeting of the chapter , held at the Alasonic Rooms , Lancaster , on Wednesday , the 30 th May , 1 SS 3 , it was proposed by 111 Bro . C . H . Garnett , 31 , seconded by Bro . W . VV . Cottam ,
ALW . S . of the chapter , supported by III . Bro . Henry Longman , 30 , and unanimously resolved , that the Recorder be instructed to write to III .- Bro . Charles James Banister , S . G . I . G ., 33 , expressing the sincere regret of the members of the chapter at the severance of the long and pleasant connection that has existed between him and
them , and to assure him that should circumstances enable him to come amongst them again , he will meet with the same cordial and hearty welcome as in time past . —( Signed ) THOS . ATKINSON , IS ° , P . M . W . S ., Recorder . " After the chapter was closed the brethren spent a happy evening together .
Red Cross Of Constantine.
Red Cross of Constantine .
ORIGINAL OR PREMIER CONCLAVE . — This distinguished conclave met at the Freemasons ' Tavern , Great Queen-street , on the 3 rd inst . Among those present were Sir Knights E . H . Thiellay , M . P . S ., G . A . T ., Sic ; Shirley , V . E . ; T . C . Walls , G . S . A ., & c . '
senior c-eneral ; Dr . Alickley , Junior General ; T . Cubitt , P . M . P . S ., Treas . ; J . Mason , G . H . C ., & c , Recorder ; H . J . Lardner , S . B . ; Dr . Pridmore Marsh , P . M . P . S . ; H . A . Dubois , P . ALP . S ., & c ; and the Rev . P . Holden , P . M . P . S ., Sic Sir Knights Dr . Woodman , P . ALP . S ., Grand Recorder , & c . ; and Dr . Harrison , P . ALP . S ., Sic
were visitors . The minutes of the previous conclave having been read and confirmed , Bros . Hardy and VV . P . Payne were impressively installed as knights ot the Order by Sir Knight the Rev . P . Holden , who also delivered most ably the beautiful oration appertaining to the Degree . The report of the Committee appointed to consider the advisability of
removing the conclave was then considered and unanimously agreed upon , viz ., "That in future the conclave shall meet at the Masonic Hall , Red Lion-square , and that the banquet shall take place at the Holborn Restaurant . The members of the Premier Conclave and the Grand Conclave subsequently dined together under the genial presidency of Sir Knight E . H . Thiellay . The long routine of toasts followed , and were duly honoured .