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Consecration Of The Panmure Mark Lodge, No. No.I39.
this secret connected with that lodge which I admire : there is cultivated a spirit of friendship and unanimity which I believe is unbroken , has been unbroken , from the time the lodge was instituted , and is likely to continue
unbrokenbecause we have started upon the broad basis of acknowledging even the humblest brother among us , and so regulating our transactions that we are not a lodge of dictation , but a lodge of representation—which is of the utmost
importance either to a state or a people , if you want the one to be powerful and the other to be happy . I look upon the Grand Mark Lodge of England as excavating , as it were , from olden time the olden principles that formed the cement
of our Craft institutions ; and the more those old principles are engrafted upon our hearts and practised by us in our lives , the more will Masonry flourish , and the more will it be a Grand Lodge , and a great body , and a powerful
community ; because discords will not creep in when the good men of our Order are represented by such , and it is only then that Grand Lodge can be a happy , contented , and united lodge . Therefore , I am proud and pleased that the
Grand Mark Lodge of England possesses among its influential men those who strove in another place to get new systems—or , rather , not new systems , but old systems—revised and practised ; and when they came into power—by
a state of circumstances which I deeply regretthey put in practice those excellent principles they endeavoured to teach to others , and they now endeavour to get others to do the same . It is a matter of regret to me , I say , that there
is a Grand Mark Lodge . You , perhaps , will hear that from me with some surprise , but that it is so is a necessity that has been forced upon us . The Grand Lodge acknowledged this degree . It did that which all others , where our common
language is spoken , have done ; and then afterwards , in a fit of pride , I suppose , or one of those changing states of temper , which the Grand Lodge of England has occasionally shown , retraced its steps , and reversed the decision it
came to , that the Mark Degree was a graceful addition to the Fellow-Craft Degree . Then it threw down the challenge . That we were old it could not deny , but it chose to ignore an ancient body , and put it at sword's point ; and
then , with the pluck of Englishmen , and with the independence of freemen , we said : "If we cannot be part of the Grand Lodge of England , we will be a Grand Lodge ourselves . " And we have become so , and are now , in the number of
our lodges , one-sixth or seventh of the number of Craft lodges in the country . I hope the number of Craft lodges will greatly increase ; but I hope we shall increase in a far greater ratio than they , because we are disseminating the genuine
precepts of our Order . 1 o the newly-advanced brethren I would say that , in the lectures of this degree , they will find language , and instruction , and moral principles , and deep thought , and serious and useful things , that will vie with
anything we learn even in Craft Masonry , of which we are so very proud . If time permitted , which it does not to-night , I would tell you how Mark Masonry participates in the antiquity of the Craft . We can show as ancient a lineage and as
old associations as Craft Masonry itself ; and if we do date the foundation of Masonry from the building of King Solomon's Temple , we then find in connection with Mark Masonry put before us instances , and facts , and arguments
which , at all events , would show that if one is of the oldest time , so is the other , and that when you illustrate Craft Masonry as beginning at that early date , so you may Mark Masonry . We cannot go into dissertations of this kind whenwc
are pressed for time , and at the festive board ; but we may hope to do so at another time , when we are not so hurried . A few stray thoughts may , however , be thrown before you upon the subject of the antiquity of this most interesting Order : but if we pass that by , and look at the
moral principles that Mark Masonry inculcates in language that is not eclipsed by anything even in Sacred Writ itself , we find them equal to the Craft . I did intend not to say anything to-night , after the eloquence of my Bro . Binckes , Who has done so well in putting before you an
Consecration Of The Panmure Mark Lodge, No. No.I39.
explanation of Mark Masonry in the lodge . Still , small lights must radiate round large , and I could not help saying the few words I have with respect to Grand Mark Lodge , which sets an example that might profitably be followed . ( The
V . W . Brother resumed his seat amidst much appkuse . ) The W . M . then gave "The Provincial Grand Master and Grand Officers , " and stated that it was of great importance that a Provincial Grand
Lodge was established for Middlesex and Surrey . But it was a matter of even more importance that the province should be governed by brethren whom they could thoroughly respect and venerate for their good offices in regard to Mark
Masonry , as well as for their own individual characteristics , social position , and manner of life . In Colonel Burdett they had a Provincial Grand Master of a most kind disposition , of good public spirit , an excellent , thorough ,
enthusiastic Mason , and a man who was always ready to sacrifice time and convenience to show his appreciation of Masonry . He was thoroughly beloved by every one connected with the Mark Degree , and he would have been present on this
occasion but for an important engagement elsewhese . On the first opportunity he would come , and would then express his opinion of the working of the lodge . The brethren would no doubt agree with him in admiring a
principle of Colonel Burdett's , not to hesitate to express his disapproval of any loose working , though , at the same time , he was always ready to bestow praise where it was deserved . The Deputy Prov . Grand Master was Bro . Davison ,
who was present , and the eulogies passed on Colonel Burdett were equally applicable to him . He had evinced his interest in the establishment of the Panmure Lodge by attending at its consecration . He had the welfare of the degree at
heart . The province was likely to be a great success—so great , indeed , that it was not unlikely that Surrey would , at no distant date , be formed into a separate province . It was pleasant to mention these things when proposing
the health of the Provincial Grand Master , and he ( the W . M . ) would add that in further evidence of the desire that their rulers had that the degree should make way , and that those who connecter ! themselves with it should have
reasons for doing all they could in its favourthe office that had been given to the Junior Warden , who had only been a Mark Mason four weeks , was intended to establish a rule that Grand Lodge should have a representative of
each lodge among its office-bearers . ( Cheers . ) Bro . Davison , D . Prov . G . M ., in reply , said that Colonel Burdett regretted exceedingly his inability to be present ; but it was very gratifying to himself that he was able to be among the
brethren to constitute a new lodge in theprovince . He agreed with the W . M ., that Surrey would soon require to be erected into a separate province , as there were indications that Mark Masonry would be very flourishing in the
province . When lie saw so many brethren around him , he was not surprised that the degree flourished . The W . M . himself had given a great impetus to it , ashe had imbued so many brethren with the spirit of emulation , that no less than
seven had been advanced that night . While mentioning this brother's name , he might , perhaps , be allowed to propose his health . He was not known to him only as the Master of this lodge ; he was also a very zealous working Mark Master in another well-known lodge , the
Macdonald , one of the most prosperous Mark lodges in the province . Although he ( Bro . Davison ) had taken upon himself a task he ought not , perhaps , to have taken , the brethren would excuse him giving way to his feelings in the matter , as Bro . Stevens had done much for Mark Masonry . ( Applause . )
The W . M . acknowledged the toast , and said : In thanking our Bro . Davison for the manner in which he put my name before you , I prefer that the past should speak for itself , and I assure you that , whatever that may have been , I will endeavour to repeat it in the future . ( Cheers . )
The W . M . then proposed "The Health of the Consecrating Master , Bro . F . Binckes , " to whom they were all very much indebted , and
Consecration Of The Panmure Mark Lodge, No. No.I39.
who had had the benefit of performing the cere-.. monies before an audience who were fully capable of appreciating the admirable style in which the work was done . The address he had delivered in lodge had given great pleasure to all
the brethren , and they wished to remember among the toasts of the eveningthebrother whose ability had launched the new boat . ( Cheers . ) Bro . Binckes said that it was in the discharge of his duty that he had visited the lodge that
evening , and that whatever effect the atmospheric influences had had on the attendance of tne brethren , the evening had been one which , he hoped , he should live long enough to treasure up in his recollection , and to look back upon
with intense pleasure . Referring to Bro . Stebbing ' s remarks , he said he could not understand how the great body of the Craft who limited themselves to the jurisdiction of Grand Lodge , could cavil or find fault with those who
chose to extend their researches beyond the extent of that jurisdiction . We were all members of that body , and were just as good constitutional members of it , as jealous of its rights and privileges , and probably should be found among
its stoutest defenders if assailed from without , as any who who confined themselves in their allegiance to United Grand Lodge . With regard to the Panmure Lodge , he was pleased at having consecrated it , and also with the way in
which everything had been conducted . He thought it augured well for the future prosperity of the lodge that it had for its first Master an experienced Mark Mason like Bro . Stevens . It was a great mistake when a newly-constituted
lodge was presided over by a young member of the Fraternity . What was wanted was , a brother of judgment , zeal , and ability . A young Mason might have a large amount of zeal ; but he could not have knowledge , even if he possessed
discretion . Young Masons he was sorry to see taken , sometimes from the position of Inner Guard , and put in the chair of Master . He admired this lodge in having as its Mentor an
old W . M ., and he had the greatest pleasure in handing over to him the office of adviser . His justification for giving advice was his earnest desire for the good of the Order , and his desire that it should at all times flourish .
The W . M . then proposed " The Health of the Visitors , " for whom Bro . Piatt replied ; and " The Health of the Newly-Advanced Brethren , " who were represented by Bro . George Lilley .
The toast of " The Officers of the Lodge was responded to by Bro . H . F . Huntley , J . W ., and the toast of " The Mark Benevolent Fund" and the Tyler's toast brought the proceedings to a close , and the brethren separated .
THE NEW MASONIC HALL AT LIVERPOOL . — The large and influential body of Masonic brethren in Liverpool will shortly set about the erection of a hall in front of the present structure in Hope-street , which will not only be worthy of
their position and influence , but do away with all the inconvenience in connection with their present too limited place of meeting . Thanks to the liberality of the lodges collectively , and the self-sacrificing efforts of many of the brethren
individually , funds to a large amount have already been secured , and there is at present every prospect that the foundation stone of the new building will be laid before the close of the year . This , of course , will he done in true
Masonic style , and will probably attract a larger turn out of the brethren of the mystic tie than any that has taken place in Liverpool for many years . As a necessary preliminary , the committee entrusted with carrying out the scheme
invited plans for the proposed building , offering ; £ ioo for the best and . £ 50 for the second . In answer to this invitation 13 plans have been sent in for competition , the majority of which are of the most excellent character . These plans were inspected on Monday , the nth instant ,
by the committee in a room in Old Postofficeplace ( the use of which has been kindly given by Mr . I-Iime ) , and they will remain for a short time in order to give any who are interested an opportunity of examining them . It is understood the decision of the committee will be given on Friday , the 22 nd instant—Liverpool Mercury ,
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Consecration Of The Panmure Mark Lodge, No. No.I39.
this secret connected with that lodge which I admire : there is cultivated a spirit of friendship and unanimity which I believe is unbroken , has been unbroken , from the time the lodge was instituted , and is likely to continue
unbrokenbecause we have started upon the broad basis of acknowledging even the humblest brother among us , and so regulating our transactions that we are not a lodge of dictation , but a lodge of representation—which is of the utmost
importance either to a state or a people , if you want the one to be powerful and the other to be happy . I look upon the Grand Mark Lodge of England as excavating , as it were , from olden time the olden principles that formed the cement
of our Craft institutions ; and the more those old principles are engrafted upon our hearts and practised by us in our lives , the more will Masonry flourish , and the more will it be a Grand Lodge , and a great body , and a powerful
community ; because discords will not creep in when the good men of our Order are represented by such , and it is only then that Grand Lodge can be a happy , contented , and united lodge . Therefore , I am proud and pleased that the
Grand Mark Lodge of England possesses among its influential men those who strove in another place to get new systems—or , rather , not new systems , but old systems—revised and practised ; and when they came into power—by
a state of circumstances which I deeply regretthey put in practice those excellent principles they endeavoured to teach to others , and they now endeavour to get others to do the same . It is a matter of regret to me , I say , that there
is a Grand Mark Lodge . You , perhaps , will hear that from me with some surprise , but that it is so is a necessity that has been forced upon us . The Grand Lodge acknowledged this degree . It did that which all others , where our common
language is spoken , have done ; and then afterwards , in a fit of pride , I suppose , or one of those changing states of temper , which the Grand Lodge of England has occasionally shown , retraced its steps , and reversed the decision it
came to , that the Mark Degree was a graceful addition to the Fellow-Craft Degree . Then it threw down the challenge . That we were old it could not deny , but it chose to ignore an ancient body , and put it at sword's point ; and
then , with the pluck of Englishmen , and with the independence of freemen , we said : "If we cannot be part of the Grand Lodge of England , we will be a Grand Lodge ourselves . " And we have become so , and are now , in the number of
our lodges , one-sixth or seventh of the number of Craft lodges in the country . I hope the number of Craft lodges will greatly increase ; but I hope we shall increase in a far greater ratio than they , because we are disseminating the genuine
precepts of our Order . 1 o the newly-advanced brethren I would say that , in the lectures of this degree , they will find language , and instruction , and moral principles , and deep thought , and serious and useful things , that will vie with
anything we learn even in Craft Masonry , of which we are so very proud . If time permitted , which it does not to-night , I would tell you how Mark Masonry participates in the antiquity of the Craft . We can show as ancient a lineage and as
old associations as Craft Masonry itself ; and if we do date the foundation of Masonry from the building of King Solomon's Temple , we then find in connection with Mark Masonry put before us instances , and facts , and arguments
which , at all events , would show that if one is of the oldest time , so is the other , and that when you illustrate Craft Masonry as beginning at that early date , so you may Mark Masonry . We cannot go into dissertations of this kind whenwc
are pressed for time , and at the festive board ; but we may hope to do so at another time , when we are not so hurried . A few stray thoughts may , however , be thrown before you upon the subject of the antiquity of this most interesting Order : but if we pass that by , and look at the
moral principles that Mark Masonry inculcates in language that is not eclipsed by anything even in Sacred Writ itself , we find them equal to the Craft . I did intend not to say anything to-night , after the eloquence of my Bro . Binckes , Who has done so well in putting before you an
Consecration Of The Panmure Mark Lodge, No. No.I39.
explanation of Mark Masonry in the lodge . Still , small lights must radiate round large , and I could not help saying the few words I have with respect to Grand Mark Lodge , which sets an example that might profitably be followed . ( The
V . W . Brother resumed his seat amidst much appkuse . ) The W . M . then gave "The Provincial Grand Master and Grand Officers , " and stated that it was of great importance that a Provincial Grand
Lodge was established for Middlesex and Surrey . But it was a matter of even more importance that the province should be governed by brethren whom they could thoroughly respect and venerate for their good offices in regard to Mark
Masonry , as well as for their own individual characteristics , social position , and manner of life . In Colonel Burdett they had a Provincial Grand Master of a most kind disposition , of good public spirit , an excellent , thorough ,
enthusiastic Mason , and a man who was always ready to sacrifice time and convenience to show his appreciation of Masonry . He was thoroughly beloved by every one connected with the Mark Degree , and he would have been present on this
occasion but for an important engagement elsewhese . On the first opportunity he would come , and would then express his opinion of the working of the lodge . The brethren would no doubt agree with him in admiring a
principle of Colonel Burdett's , not to hesitate to express his disapproval of any loose working , though , at the same time , he was always ready to bestow praise where it was deserved . The Deputy Prov . Grand Master was Bro . Davison ,
who was present , and the eulogies passed on Colonel Burdett were equally applicable to him . He had evinced his interest in the establishment of the Panmure Lodge by attending at its consecration . He had the welfare of the degree at
heart . The province was likely to be a great success—so great , indeed , that it was not unlikely that Surrey would , at no distant date , be formed into a separate province . It was pleasant to mention these things when proposing
the health of the Provincial Grand Master , and he ( the W . M . ) would add that in further evidence of the desire that their rulers had that the degree should make way , and that those who connecter ! themselves with it should have
reasons for doing all they could in its favourthe office that had been given to the Junior Warden , who had only been a Mark Mason four weeks , was intended to establish a rule that Grand Lodge should have a representative of
each lodge among its office-bearers . ( Cheers . ) Bro . Davison , D . Prov . G . M ., in reply , said that Colonel Burdett regretted exceedingly his inability to be present ; but it was very gratifying to himself that he was able to be among the
brethren to constitute a new lodge in theprovince . He agreed with the W . M ., that Surrey would soon require to be erected into a separate province , as there were indications that Mark Masonry would be very flourishing in the
province . When lie saw so many brethren around him , he was not surprised that the degree flourished . The W . M . himself had given a great impetus to it , ashe had imbued so many brethren with the spirit of emulation , that no less than
seven had been advanced that night . While mentioning this brother's name , he might , perhaps , be allowed to propose his health . He was not known to him only as the Master of this lodge ; he was also a very zealous working Mark Master in another well-known lodge , the
Macdonald , one of the most prosperous Mark lodges in the province . Although he ( Bro . Davison ) had taken upon himself a task he ought not , perhaps , to have taken , the brethren would excuse him giving way to his feelings in the matter , as Bro . Stevens had done much for Mark Masonry . ( Applause . )
The W . M . acknowledged the toast , and said : In thanking our Bro . Davison for the manner in which he put my name before you , I prefer that the past should speak for itself , and I assure you that , whatever that may have been , I will endeavour to repeat it in the future . ( Cheers . )
The W . M . then proposed "The Health of the Consecrating Master , Bro . F . Binckes , " to whom they were all very much indebted , and
Consecration Of The Panmure Mark Lodge, No. No.I39.
who had had the benefit of performing the cere-.. monies before an audience who were fully capable of appreciating the admirable style in which the work was done . The address he had delivered in lodge had given great pleasure to all
the brethren , and they wished to remember among the toasts of the eveningthebrother whose ability had launched the new boat . ( Cheers . ) Bro . Binckes said that it was in the discharge of his duty that he had visited the lodge that
evening , and that whatever effect the atmospheric influences had had on the attendance of tne brethren , the evening had been one which , he hoped , he should live long enough to treasure up in his recollection , and to look back upon
with intense pleasure . Referring to Bro . Stebbing ' s remarks , he said he could not understand how the great body of the Craft who limited themselves to the jurisdiction of Grand Lodge , could cavil or find fault with those who
chose to extend their researches beyond the extent of that jurisdiction . We were all members of that body , and were just as good constitutional members of it , as jealous of its rights and privileges , and probably should be found among
its stoutest defenders if assailed from without , as any who who confined themselves in their allegiance to United Grand Lodge . With regard to the Panmure Lodge , he was pleased at having consecrated it , and also with the way in
which everything had been conducted . He thought it augured well for the future prosperity of the lodge that it had for its first Master an experienced Mark Mason like Bro . Stevens . It was a great mistake when a newly-constituted
lodge was presided over by a young member of the Fraternity . What was wanted was , a brother of judgment , zeal , and ability . A young Mason might have a large amount of zeal ; but he could not have knowledge , even if he possessed
discretion . Young Masons he was sorry to see taken , sometimes from the position of Inner Guard , and put in the chair of Master . He admired this lodge in having as its Mentor an
old W . M ., and he had the greatest pleasure in handing over to him the office of adviser . His justification for giving advice was his earnest desire for the good of the Order , and his desire that it should at all times flourish .
The W . M . then proposed " The Health of the Visitors , " for whom Bro . Piatt replied ; and " The Health of the Newly-Advanced Brethren , " who were represented by Bro . George Lilley .
The toast of " The Officers of the Lodge was responded to by Bro . H . F . Huntley , J . W ., and the toast of " The Mark Benevolent Fund" and the Tyler's toast brought the proceedings to a close , and the brethren separated .
THE NEW MASONIC HALL AT LIVERPOOL . — The large and influential body of Masonic brethren in Liverpool will shortly set about the erection of a hall in front of the present structure in Hope-street , which will not only be worthy of
their position and influence , but do away with all the inconvenience in connection with their present too limited place of meeting . Thanks to the liberality of the lodges collectively , and the self-sacrificing efforts of many of the brethren
individually , funds to a large amount have already been secured , and there is at present every prospect that the foundation stone of the new building will be laid before the close of the year . This , of course , will he done in true
Masonic style , and will probably attract a larger turn out of the brethren of the mystic tie than any that has taken place in Liverpool for many years . As a necessary preliminary , the committee entrusted with carrying out the scheme
invited plans for the proposed building , offering ; £ ioo for the best and . £ 50 for the second . In answer to this invitation 13 plans have been sent in for competition , the majority of which are of the most excellent character . These plans were inspected on Monday , the nth instant ,
by the committee in a room in Old Postofficeplace ( the use of which has been kindly given by Mr . I-Iime ) , and they will remain for a short time in order to give any who are interested an opportunity of examining them . It is understood the decision of the committee will be given on Friday , the 22 nd instant—Liverpool Mercury ,