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W . M ., Bro . T . T . Gething , for his excellent services m the chair . It was unanimously resolved to have a summer outing to entertain the ladies , and a committee was formed , with Bro . H . H . Bowen as hon . secretary , to make the necessary arrangements . The Secretary , Bro . W . D . Church , P . M ., referred to the great loss sustained by the lodge through the recent death of their much esteemed Past Master , Bro . D . Campbell . He presided at the supper of the lodge of instruction connected - with the lodge on the evening previous to his death . He was a very old friend of his ( Bro . Church's ) , and he

was a grand Mason . He took upon himself , in the name of the lodge , to send a letter of sympathy to the widow , and a wreath to the funeral . The W . M ., Bro . Gething , and Bro . W . Finch , P . M ., also referred to the sad death of Bro . D . Campbell , P . M ., and it was resolved to endorse and confirm the action of the Secretary , and that a minute be entered on the records of the lodge . The lodge was then closed . A substantial banquet followed , which was well-served under the personal

superintendence of Bro . H . H . Ward . The W . M ., Bro . Gething , gave the usual loyal and Masonb toasts , which were duly honoured . Bro . W . D . Church , P . M ., proposed "The Health of the W . M ., Bro . Gething , " observing that that was his last night of office , and he had given them every satisfaction . I le had done the working of the ritual in an excellent manner which they all appreciated , and they looked forward with much pleasure to see him instal his succ essor , as they felt sure he would not be found wanting in any way , but would fully maintain the great tradition of the lodge for its good working , and might it ever be so .

The W . M ., Bro . Gething , on rising to respond , had a great reception . He said his best thanks were due to Bro . W . D . Church , P . M ., for his kind words in proposing the toast and the members for the hearty manner they had received him . Might he add that during his year of office he had carried out his work with a clear conscience and he hoper his small efforts had given satisfaction , but they would have been of no avail without the great support he had had from them all , and which he should never forget . His list , as Steward for the forthcoming festival of the Boys , amounted to £ 120 , but he hoped that it would be greatly augmented before then , and he thanked them for their

assistance . The W . M . stated that since the supper of the Clapton Lodge of Instruction , when a presentation was made to the Secretary , Bro . W . D . Church , P . M ^ more money had been received towards his well-earned testimonial , that they had been able to purchase a silver water jug , which would go well with the silver tea and coffee service they had already presented to him , and which he asked him to accept , and it would be further evidence , if any were needed , of their appreciation of Bro . Church ' s eminent services to the lodge and the lodge of instruction .

Bro . W . D . Church , P . M ., tendered his sincere thanks , and said that the silver water jug was another agreeable surprise to him , as it would be to his wife , and he took that opportunity of stating that she fully appreciated the silver tea and coffee service . Might he say again that so long as he was honoured to be appointed Secretary of the lodge and the lodge of instruction , he trusted to be able to carry out his duties with satisfaction to himself and the brethren , as he hoped he had done in the past . In a genial , but eloquent , speech the W . M . gave "The Visitors , " and very suitable responses were made by Bros . C . T . Papworth and H . McLachlan . Bro . R . T . West also responded .

In submitting " The Past Masters , Treasurer , and Secretary , " the W . M . stated that they were honoured with the presence of a good muster of Past Masters , which showed that they had the interest of the lodge at heart . The Treasurer and Secretary were both splendid officers , and it was not necessary for him to mention one word to extol their great services for years past , because they were well known and appreciated . Bro . W . Finch , P . M ., said that he had responded for the Past Masters on so many occasions , that it was somewhat difficult to say anything fresh , but he hoped the lodge would continue the great success it was in every way .

_ Bro . A . Tucker , P . M ., also acknowledged the toast , and said the W . M . 's year of office had passed too rapidly , and he congratulated him on his great success , and hoped his successor would be as successful . Bro . F . C . Lintott , P . M ., also responded in a very eloquent speech . Bro . VV . Blackburn , P M ., Treas ., responded in happy terms , observing that they owed no man ; they had a good balance in hand , and were in a flourishing condition .

Bro . W . D . Church , P . M ., Sec , also responded . The W . M . proposed "The Officers of the Lodge , " and said that it was a very important toast and he took that opportunity to express his appreciation for their great work and assistance during his year o ^ office and their kind feeling towards him . He congratulated Bro . Orfeur on his election as W . M ., and he had no doubt he would well maintain the excellent working they had heard of him in the Brixton Lodge of Instruction , and he had much pleasure in associating his name with the toast .

Bro . F . Orfeur , S . W ., W . M . elect , who was well received , responded . He thanked them for the great honour they had conferred upon him by electing him W . M . He ventured to think that he would be able to do the work , and they might rest assured that his aim would be that the prestige of the lodge would in no way suffer in his hands , when he was installed he would be delighted to re-appoint his very old friend , Bro . W . D . Church , P . M ., as Secretary , as it would be impossible to find a better one .

Bros . F . J . Thayre , J . W . ; G . Schilling , S . D . ; and W . R . O . Cathrow , Stwd . ; also responded in very appropriate terms . Tbe Tyler ' s toast brought to aldose a most enjoyable gathering . The following vocally entertained the brethren : Bros . C . E . Lukcr , P . M . j E . Sienesi , D . G . Zoers , and J . H . Shipman .

Kingswood Lodge , No . 2278 . The installation meeting of this lodge was held at the Crown Hotel , Broxbourne , Herts , on Saturday , the gth inst . There were present Bros . C . C . Rcnaud , W . M . ; Edward Blenkhorn , acting I . P . M . ; E . N . Beninglield , S . W ., W . M . elect : H . R . Bower , J . W ., Treas . ; John Fetch , P . M ., P . P . G . Std . Br . Herts , Sec . ; 1 . F . Bell , P . M ., P . P . G . S . B . Herts ; F . Page , S . D . ; Chas . Nicole , J . D ., D . C . ; I . G . Cobb , P . P . G . Std . Br . ; H . Johnsonacting I . G . ; Donald KingStwd . ; C . M

, , , Coxon , P . M ., P . A . G . P . Herts ; J . E . Little , A . Palmer Palmer , H . A . House , S . C . Brewer , W . Wicken , J . W . Battenburgh , F . H . Johnson , Henry Rackham , Sydney Baker , G . H . Redding , C . C . Little , and R . A . Redding . Visitors : Bros . Oliver C . Cockren , P . M ., P . G . Sec . Herts ; Cant . C . Woodrow , P . J . G . W . West Australia ; Henry Times , P . M ., Sec . 16 s ; Prof . F . VV . Driver , M . A ., P . M . 45 ; Thos . Slater , 721 ; Philip Page , 1 G 79 ; Geo . Redding , P . M . 917 ; J . W . Reddell , VV . M . 1613 ; Gurney Russell , S 7 ; H . E . Wallace , Org . 746 ; and Thos . Williams , Tyler .

The lodge was opened by the W . M . Bro . Capt . Woodrow , P . P . J . G . W . Western Australia , was saluted by the brethren present on his entering the lodge . The minutes of the last regular meeting , were read and confirmed . The report of the Aidit Committee , showing the lodge was in a flourishing condition , wis received , adopted , and ordered to be entered on the minutes . The ballot was then taken for Mr . R . A . Redding . The W . M . elect was obligated and invested as VV . M ., and placed in the chair by the Installing Master . The investiture ot officers then took place as follows : Bros . H . P . Bower , S . W . ; Page , P . M ., J . W . ; John Petch , P . M ., Treas . ; J . F . Bell , P . M .,

sec ; u Nicole , b . D . ; Taylor , J . D . ; Donald King , I . G . ; | . G . Cobb , P . M ., D . of C . ; A . C . Little and Palmer Palmer , Stewards ; and T . Williams , Tyler . The Installing Master gave the three addresses in an efficient and impressive manner . The W . M . presented a Past Master ' s jewel to Bro . C . C . Renaud , I . P . M ., who thanked the brethren for the honour conferred upon him . Bro . Dr . Oliver C . Cockrem , Prov . Gran J Sec , was unanimously elected an honorary member , on the proposition of the W . M . Ihe Prov . G . Secretary returned thanks . After "Hearty good wishes" the lodge was closed , and , after an hour ' s delay

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spent in strolling about the pleasant gardens , the brethren partook of a well-served banquet . At its conclusion the usual Masonic toasts were proposed and duly honoured by the brethren . The toast of "The Queen and the Craft" having been proposed , Bro . R . W . Nicole gave the National Anthem . Then followed "The M . W . G . M ., H . R . H . the Prince of Wales , " after which Bro . Donald Kinir sang " God Bless the Prince of Wales . "

"The M . W . Pro G . M ., the R . W . Dep . G . M ., and the rest of the Grand Officers , Present and Past , " was next given . The W . M ., in proposing "The Health of the Prov . G . Master of Herts , Bro . T . F . Halsey , M . P . ; the Dep . Prov . G . Master , and the rest of the Prov . G . Officers , Presentand Past , " spoke of the importance and influence exercised by the Prov . G .

Lodge on the Masons in Herts ; the interests of the Craft were carefully upheld and maintained , and the brethren of the province tendered loyal gratitude for the services rendered to the Craft . The Prov . G . Sec , Rev . Dr . Oliver Cockrem had proved to all with whom he came inofficial contact how admirably suited he was to fulfil the duties ol his important appointment .

The Prov . G . Sec . replied on behalf of the D . P . G . M . and the rest of the Prov . G . Officeis . He said , by a present wise regulation , each lodge is visited at its installation meeting by the Prov . G . Sec . Practically it brought each ludge in turn under observation . He spoke of the admirable manner in which the installation was done by the I . P . M . The I . P . M . gave the toast of " The W . M . " He spoke briefly , but to the purpose , saying the W . M . was all thata good Mason should be .

The VV . M . replied . He said one good feeling actuated all the members of the lodge , united together with the great aim of being happy , and communicating happiness ; there was no fear of any clique dividing them . The W . M . gave the health of "The Initiate . " He alluded to the family trio now in the lodge—the father , Bro . G . H . Redding , P . M ., one son , a member not then present , and the initiate , another son ; both his father and son were well-known members of the lodge .

The initiate replied in a few well-chosen words , saying he fully hoped he would bs found , in the future , a good and worthy Mason , a credit to the lodge . " The Visitors " was given by the W . M ., and Bros . Capt . Woodrow and . Times replied . The time of departure of the train fast approaching , . the remaining toasts were taken together .

"The I . P . M ., " "The P . Ms ., " "The Treasurer , " " The Secretary , " and " The Officers , " briefly proposed and responded to . The Tyler ' s toast concluded a most enjoyable evening .

Concordia Lodge , No . 2492 . The installation meeting of this flourishing lodge was held at Wendover on the Sth ult ., and certainly should be a red-letter day in its annals . The brethren were honoured by the presence of the Prov . G . Master of Bncks , the Right Hon . Lord Addington , and the Dep . Prov . G . Master , Bro . J . E . Bowen . Amongst those present were Bros . A . G . Lee , W . M . ; E . G . Woollerton , I . P . M . ; the Rev . C . E . Roberts , P . P . G . Chap ., S . W . ; J . G . Thorn , J . W . ; J . A . Patey , Sec ; S . C . M . Austin , S . D . ; J . G .

Bushell , J . D . ; J . W . Burgess , P . M ., P . G . T ., D . of C . ; E . Strauss Midas , Org . ; E . Allison , I . G . ; F . Payne , Tyler ; J . Stait , P . M ., P . Z . ; J . S . Holland , P . M . 948 ; E . T . Mackrill , P . M . 591 , P . P . J . G . W . ; H . Martin , P . M ., P . P . J . G . W . ; J . Stephens , P . P . G . W ., P . D . G . D . of C . Eng . ; F . W . Elliman , F . W . Blake , Jas . Cole , J . M . Smith , A . J . Stait , R . C . Jones , W . B . Hill , P . M ., Alfred Payne , T . Dowden , A . Bush , and F . F . Smith . Amongst the visitors , in addition to the Prov . G . Master and the Dep . Prov . G . Master , were Bros . James Terry , P . G . S . B ., Sec . R . M . B . I . ; I . 1 .

Thomas , P . G . Std . Br . ; R . , Loveland Loveland , Q . C ., President of the Board of General Purposes ; W . H . Bridgman , W . M . 591 ; J . K . H . Fowler , P . M . 591 ; A . W . Watson , I . P . M . 591 ; j . Williams , P . M . 591 ; J- Reader , P . M . 591 ; S . G . Payne , P . M . 591 ; F . T . Edgington , P . M . 591 ; R . J . Elleston , 591 ; O . J . D . Hus ' ... - , 591 ; S . B . Payne , 591 ; H . Hobson , P . M . 948 ; W . Smith , P . M . 94 S ; H . Turnham , W . M . 2420 ; R . W . Locke , S . W . 2420 ; G . A . Sims , P . M . 2420 ; J . W . Grist , J . W . 2420 ; E . Gibbs , P . M . 2420 ; H . P . Bartlett , 2420 ; C . Copsey , 2420 ; F . Johncock ,

P . M . 1501 ; J . J . Simcox , P . M . 1501 j G . T . James , 1501 ; E . J , Week , J . W . 276 ; H . Ashworth , 276 ; F . VV . Bellson , P . M . 1391 ; E . Brown , 2218 ; A . Spicer , 2218 ; J . W . Thompson , P . M . 2394 ; W . R . Maxwell , 1584 ; H . Jenney , 504 ; R . Radford , 2553 ; W . A . Jones , 2771 ; the Rev . J . P . Bretton , P . M . 433 ;! R . W . Allison , S 65 ; L . W . Harvey , P . M . 6 ; R . J . Stait , 9 ; J . A . Knivett , 199 ; G . M . Fraser , 1426 ; A . M . Matthews , W . M . 144 ; H . Shields , 144 ; J . W , Mayo , 1692 ; W . Woodward , P . M . 1920 ; W . D . Farthing , P . M . 55 ; J . P . Rogers , P . M . 70 ; A . T . Richardson , P . M . C 9 S ; G . Darlington , P . M . 2421 ; E . R . Bartley Dennis , 254 s , P . P . G . W . ;

W . A . C . Harding , 1631 ; A . W . Cooke , and T . C . H . Hedderwick , M . P . Letters of apology were received from the following absent brethren : Bros . F . J . Hubbard , P . M ., P . P . G . Treas . ; T . W . Allsop , P . M ., P . P . G . D . of C . ; W . J . Mackay , the Rev . J . S . Brownrigg , P . D . P . G . M ., P . G . Chap . Eng . ; the Rev . O . J . Grace , P . G . Chap . Eng . ; Imre Kiralfy , P . D . G . D . of C . Eng . ; C . F . Matier , P . A . G . D . of C . Eng . ; C . F . Tower , D . G . D . of C . Eng . ; F . R . W . Hedges , P . G . S . B . Eng ., Sec . R . M . I . G . ; J . M . McLeod , P . G . S . B . Eng ., Sec . R . M . I . B . ; Dr . C . O'B . Harding , Dr . Bradshaw , J . Bliss , 1501 ; T . Birch , W . M . 1501 ; C . Catting , 1501 ; W . Woollett , P . G . Sec , and others .

After the lodge had been opened by the W . M ., Bro . A . G . Lee , and the minutes of the previous meeting confirmed , Bro . Rev . C . E . Roberts was installed in the chair of K . S . by the I . P . M ., who did his work exceedingly well , delivering the addresses to the W . M . and the Wardens in an excellent manner . The W . M . then appointed and invested tbe following officers : Bros . A . G . Lee , I . P . M . ; J . G . Thorn , S . W . ; S . C .

M . Austin , J . W . ; F . J . Hubbard , P . M ., Treas . ; J . A . Patey , See . ; J . W . Burgess , P . M ., D . C ; E . Allison , S . D . ; F . W . Blake , J . D . ; F . G . Bushell , Org . ; E . S . Midas , I . G . ; J . Cole , Stwd . ; and F . Payne , Tyler . The excellent m \ nner in which the W . M . invested his officers was the subject of general comment amongst the brethren present . A Past Master ' s jewel was presented to Bro . A . G . Let . A ballot was taken for Mr . C . C . F . Holland , and , proving unanimous in his favour , he was duly initiated by the new W . M .

The lodge was afterwards closed , and the brethren adjourned to Bro . J . S . Holland ' s lawn , where they were photographed by Bro . S . G . Payne . An excellent banquet was then served by Bro . Holland , the proprietor of the Red Lion Hotel , where the lodge is held . After the repast the usual loyal toasts were honoured . The W . M ., in proposing " 1 'he Health of the M . W . the Grand Master , H . R . H . the Prince of Wales , " alluded with satisfaction to the recent escape of his Royal

Highness from the bullet of the assassin . ( Applause . ) The W . M ., in proposing" The Health of the M . W . Pro Grand Master , the Deputy G . M ., and the Officers of Grand Lodge , Present and Past , " remarked that he had been to that Lodge once , and had been much impressed by what he saw . They had some good representatives of Grand Lodge present , and h : would couple with the toast the name of Bro . ' R . Loveland-Loveland , CJ . C , one of the nine members of the Supreme Council , and President of the Board of General Purposes , who he hoped would give them a little wholesome advice .

Bro . Loveland-Loveland , in reply , said it afforded him great gratification to be present on that festive occasion because he had known their W . M . for many years . He congratulated him upon the excellent work which had been done that evening , which reflected much credit upon him and his officers , particularly the Director of Ceremonies .

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