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io the lodge ; also in acknowledgment of thc courtesy evinced at all times , especially during the year in which he presided as Worshipful Master . ( Signed ) George Penn , W . M- * . Samuel Parkhouse , S . W . ; W . Gordon , J . W . ; W Step hens , Treas . ; J . Pushman , Hon . Sec . " In acknowledging the compliment Bro . Murlis said he had endeavoured to make every one comfortable ; hc had gone on in
a straight path trying to do all he could for Freemasonry . He had striven to make friends and steer clear of enemies . Bros . Stephens and Murlis responded to " The Treasurer and Secretary ; " Bros . Parkhouse and Gordon to that of "The Officers * , " Bvo . Stephens for " The Girls' School ;" and Bro . James Terry for "Thc Benevolent Institution , and the Boys' School . " The brethren shortly afterwards
separated . The musical quartctt before named sang some choice pieces of music betyvecn the toasts . ALDERSGATE LODGE ( No . 165 ' , ) . —On Monday evening , Nov . 12 th , the members of this lodge met for labour and refreshment at the Castle and Falcon , Aldersgate-street . The folloyving brethren attended : Bros . John Derby Allcroft , W . M . ; Rev . Dr . Ernest Brette , S . W . ;
Dr . Charles Hogg , J . W . ; P . Saillard , S . D . ; George Kenning , Treas . ; Thomas Benskin , Dir . of Cer . ; A . J Altman , I . G . ; Thomas Jones , Hon . . Sec . ; Rev R . Lee , Head Master of Christ's Hospital ; Dr . Alder Smith , Samuel White , E . J . Jolliffe , Alfred Brookman , W . W . Landels , Hyde Pullen , Samuel Benton , W . S . Chapman and the following visitors : Bros . E . F . Storr , W . M of the
Neptune Lodge ; and Edyvard J . Altman , Temple Lodge . Some good work yvas carried out during lodge , as Bro . Dr . Samuel Pentin yvas raised , and the lodge received instruction on the Second Tracing Board from that oracle of Masonry , Bro . Hyde Pullen , P . G . S . B . The Worshipful Master for the ensuing year was elected by ballot , yvhen it was found that the Rev . Dr . Ernest Brette , of Christ ' s
Hospital , yvas unanimously chosen to succeed Bro . John Derby Allcroft ; Bro . George Kenning , was unanimously re-elected Treasurer ; and W . Steadman , P . M ., Tyler . The invitation of Grand Lodge to send a Steward to represent the lodge at the Annual Festival of Aged Freemasons and Widows of Freemasons , yvas accepted by the W . M ., Bro . J . D Allcroft . During refreshments the usual
Masonic and loyal toasts were given and heartily tesponded to . The burden of the speeches yvas attachment to the Craft , affection for the Worshipful Master , and a grateful appreciation of his munificence to the lodge . A cordial welcome yvas given to the W . M . elect anil the visitors , with due acknowledgements fie m Bros . Brette , Storr and Altman . The W . M . expressed his wish
that the brethren should meet frequently , once a week , for instruction , and desired the Secretary to confer with him on the subject . There is evidently a extermination in "The Aldersgate Lodge , " to excel . BATH . —Royal Cumberland Lodge ( No . 41 ) —Thc second regular meeting of the season was held at the Masonic Hall , on Thursday , Nov . ist ., presided over
by Bro . F . Wilkinson , W . M ., assisted by Bios . Brown , I . P . M . ; Falkner , S . W . ; C . Wilkinson , J . W . ; Ashley , P . M . and Treas . ; Wilton , P . M . and Dir . of Cers . ; Brahani , Sec ; Gummer , S . D . ; Holmes , as J . D . ; Railway , I . G . ; Robinson and j . Smith , Steyvards ; Moutrie , P . M . ; Ruble , P . M . ; Major Preston , P . M . ; Dr . Hopkins , P . M . and P . P . G . S . W . for Waryvickshire ; as visitors , Bros . Dr . Tunstali , P . M . 33 ;
Reeves , P . M . 906 ; Gen . Doherty , P . M . 906 ; Bush , P . M . 1363 ; and many member ? . At 7 . 40 the lodge was opened and the minutes yvere read and confirmed . A ballot yvas taken for Mr . E . Wilton , son of the respected D . C , and hc was duly initiated by the W . M ., the charge being given by Bro . Moutrie . Bros . Cartmcll and Gregory yvere examined , entrusted , and dismissed for preparation , after
yvhich thc lodge was opened in thc Second Degree . On their return they yvere passed to the rank of F . C . by the VV . M ., and retired . Bro . R . Mann yvas examined and entrusted . The lodge was opened in the Third Degree , the candidate was re-admitted , and the W . M . again officiated in raising him as a M . M ., and in all thc three degrees the S . W . explained the symbolism of the working
tools . Though the ceremonies had occupied the brethren till half-past ten , there was yet another matter which engaged their attention for half an hour longer , namely the death of a highly-respected brother at thc advanced ngc of 80 , who had been a member of the Craft about half a century . Bro . Wilton ably and feelingly reminded the brethren of Bro . Cooper ' s long and efficient services , of thc
impressiveness of his tones in the delivery of the prayers and charges , to yvhich his efforts had of late years been confined , of his readiness to unite in any good and chai liable work , of the consistency he had ever evinced iu his endeavours to carry out , in the regulation of his life , the genuine tenets of Freemasonry , —of the void that must be felt at seeing his wonted place on the dais empty , which
he had punctually occupied to thc very last , and from yvhich he had actively co-operated in the labours of the lodge . Bro . Wilton concluded by reading an excellent letter from one of his daughters , soliciting aid with a view to procuring admission into the Masonic School for her youngest brother . A long discussion ensued , in which the W . M ., the Wardens , Bros . Dr . Tunstali , Ashley , Radway ,
Dr . Hopkins , and others joined , all anxious to vie in paying respect to thc memory of the deceased brother , and to assist his family under their sad bereavement , to whom the Secretary was directed to address a letter of sincere condolence . Definite measures yvere deferred until the next meeting , and in the meantime Bros . Ashley , Falkner , and Dr . Hopkins were appointed as a committee to obtain
information , with power to act within certain limits . The W . M . reminded the brethren of the presence of Bro . Fuller , as a vi . itor for the last time during his temporary residence in Bath , as he is about to return to America , adding that he was formerly a subscribing member of this lodge , and concluded by addressing him , and on behalf of those present bidding him God speed , a safe anival , and success in the land of his adoption . The worthy brother made a suitable
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acknowledgment of the kind wishes expressed with regard to him . The lodge yvas closed at 11 o ' clock . MIDDLETON . — Imperial George - Lodge ( No . 78 ) . —The last meeting of this lodge was held on Thursday , Oct . 25 th , at thc Asshcton Arms . Bro . G . Bradbury , W . M ., presided , and among those present were Bros . J . Percival , S . W . ; F . Fothergill , J . W . ; H .
Heywood , P . M ., Treas . ; J . Hatton , Sec . ; F . Hooper , Org . ; W . S . Clarke , I . G . ; j . Kent , Tyler . Thc minutes of the last meeting yvere read and confirmed . Bro . Tetlow having answered the questions leading to the Second Degree , was entrusted with the test of merit and passed oat . The lodge yvas raised to the Second Degree , and Bro . Tetlow yvas passed to the degree of Fellow Craft by the W . M .
Thc charge in the S . E . yvas given , and the yvorking tools were presented by Bro . D . Reid , I . P . M . Bro . jowett , having answered thc questions leading to the Third Degree , yvas entrusted with the test of merit . The lodge was opened in the Third Degree , and Bro . Joyvett yvas raised to the Sublime Degree of a Master Mason by the W . M . The lodge having been lowered to the First Degree , the
W . M . moved the resolution of which hc had given notice , viz ., " That the sum of £ 5 be given by the lodge to thc Indian Famine Relief Fund . " This was seconded by Bro . H . Heyyvood , P . M ., and carried unanimously . " Hearty good wishes " were recorded from Ledges 163 , 325 , 1034 , and 145 8 . The lodge was closed in peace and harmony , and the brethren adjourned for refreshment . Thc usual
loyal and Masonic toasts were duly honoured , and the brethren separated . "WINDSOR . —Etonian Lodge of St . John ( No . 209 ) . —The usual monthly meeting of this lodge yvas held at the Masonic Hall , Windsor , on the 6 th inst . The W . M ., Bro . C . D . Hume , P . G . S ., presided , supported by Bros . Roberts , P . G . S ., S . W . ; Schiemann , J . W . ;
Wilson , P . M ., Treasurer ; Carter , P . M ., P . P . G . D . C , Sec ; Nichols , S . D . ; Pears , J . D . ; Cousins , I . G . ; Evans , Steward ; Reid , P . M . ; Long , P . M . ; and a large number of other brethren . Visitors : Bros . Ridley , 1101 ; Gomm , 780 ; Barnes , 780 ; Cantrell , P . M . 1501 ; Fisk , 1471 ; Johnson , 771 ; Bolton , Grisebrook , P . M . 771 ; Lay , 569 ; Williams , 86 ; . Messrs . Riley , Stollery , and Turton were initiated
into Freemasonry , and Bros . Hayvkes and Perks passed to the degree of F . C . The ceremonies were performed by the W . M . in an impressive and faultless manner . Tyvo candidates for initiation and one as a joining member having been proposed the lodge yvas closed in due form . BATH . —Lodge of Honour ( No . 379 ) . —Thc first meeting of the season was held at the Masonic Hall ,
on Monday , Nov . 12 th . Bro . Gore , W . M ., opened the lodge at 8 . 15 , supported by Bros . Dr . H . Hopkins , as I . P . M . ; H . C . Hopkins , S . W . ; Dickenson , J . W . ; Davis , P . M . Sec ; Robinson , as S . D . ; Johnson , J . D . ; Bush , P . M ., as I . G . ; and others . Visitors : Bros . Gen . Doherty , P . M . s ; -j , and 906 ; Col . Ford , P . M . 33 ; Brown , I . P . M . 41 ; Edwards , W . M . ci ; W . Smith , P . M . and Treas . 53 ;
Falkner , S . W . 41 ; and many others . The minutes having been read and confirmed , the lodge yvas opened in thc Second Degree . Bro . Dr . Hopkins took the chair , and examined Bro . Rev . Saunderscn as to his proficiency . This proving satisfactory , he yvas entrusted and dismissed for preparation . The lodge yvas opened in the Third Degree * . Thc candidate was readmitted , raised to the rank of M . M .,
and the traditionary history was communicated to mm . Bro . Falkner explained the symbolism of the working tools , and Dr . Hopkins completed the ceremony by giving the charge , at the conclusion of which the brethren signified their approval by hearty applause . Bro . Gore , W . M ., again took the chair , and resumed the lodge in thc Second , and afteryvards in the First Degree . He feelingly laid before the
brethren the loss by death of three members during the vacation , of whom he specially referred to the respected I . P . M ., Bro . Cook , and concluded by proposing a resolution of sincere regret , yvhich yvas seconded by the S . W ., carried , and ordered to be entered in thc minnte book , in addition to yvhich the Secretary was directed to send copies , yvith letters of condolence , to the families of the
deceased brethren . Bro . H . C . Hopkins , S . W ., was elected VV . M . and Bro . Gore Treasurer for the ensuing year . The acting I . P . M . at some length reported a case of extreme distress in thc family of a wcll-knoyvn and highly-respected zealous member of No . 41 , who had died at the age of 80 , leaving no provision for his numerous young children , and solicited help in an endeavour to
procure the admission of the youngest son into the Masonic Boys' School . Other business was transacted , and the proceedings were brought to a termination by a vote of thanks to the visitors , and specially to the brother yvho had worked the ceremony , yvhich was acknowledged by the I . P . M . < f No . 41 and the W . M . of No . 53 . The lodge was finally closed at 10 o ' clock .
GLOUCESTER . — Royal Lebanon Lodge ( No . 49 . ?) . —St . John ' s Day was celebrated by " this lodge on Tuesday , the 6 th inst ., at the Spread Eagle Hotel , yvhen the Senior Warelen , Bro . G . K . Prowse , was installed in the chair of King Solomon as W . M . for the ensuing year , the ceremony being performed in the presence of about a hundred brethren by Bro . Past Master Edwin Browne , ol
' . he Gooch Lodge , 1295 , whose zeal for Masonry was evinced by the admirable manner in yvhich the varied portions of the ceremony were gone through . The officers appointed by the W . M . were Bros ; D . Neyvman , S . W . ; S . Moss , J . W . ; Wilson , P . M ., Treasurer ; Worsley , P . M ., Secretary ; Rev . H . Layton , Chaplain ; Woodward , P . M ., Organist ; A . V . Hatton , Steward ; G . W . Haines , S . D . ;
R . A . Mattheyvs , J . D . ; F . Smith , I . G . Amongst the numerous visitors present were Bros . Col . H . Basevi , P . D . D . G . ; J . Walker , P . M . 82 ; H . Godfrey , W . M . 82 ; T . Taynton , P . M . 8 39 ; R . White , P . M . 839 ; Vassar Smith , 839 ; A . Helps , 8 39 ; A . Buchanan , 839 * , J . Bruton , 839 ; R . S . Helps , 839 ; T . H . Chance , 839 ; A . C . Wheeler , 839 ; A . Slater , 839 ; H . W . Hall , 839 ; J . Weston , 839 ; and C . R . Taynton , 839 ; R . J . Kerr , W . M . 1067 * , Cranston Kerr ,
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1067 ; R . W . White , P . M . 1295 ; Ludgate , 1295 ; Kent , 1295 ; Haydon , 1295 ; Philipps , 1295 ; Poyvell , 1295 ; G . Roberts , W . M . 1005 < s - Hayward , P . M . 1005 ; G . Tomes , P . M . 1005 ; T . Gee , P . M . 1005 ; W . H . Roberts , Barnett , Dutton , 1005 ; R . Chandler , W . M . 900 ; W . Crump , P . M . 900 ; W . B . Stacker , P . M . 241 ; Hollicb , P . M . 1098 ; Chapman , - P . M . 1057 ; Hirst , W . M . i ^ g- Haselton
Holman . The lodge being closed in due form , the brethren retired to the banquet room . Grace having been offered by the Chaplain , due justice was rendered to the excellent dinner provided by Bro . W . C . Davis . The preliminary toasts having been given , tbe W . M . in felicitous terms proposed " The Health of the P . G . M . and P . G . L . of Gloucestershire , " which was suitably responded to by Bros .
H . Layton , P . G . C , and J . Walker , P . P . S . W . The W . M . then proposed " Thc Health of Bro . E . Browne , Installing Master , remarking on thc great pleasure it gave him to meet his excellent friend and brother in that capacity , the superior yvay in yvhich the ceremony had been performed proving his choice to be everything hc had anticipated , and far exceeding the expectations of the brethren . Bro . Browne , in
returning thanks , expressed the pleasure it gave him to visit Lodge 493 , which yvas enhanced by the fact of his knowing the W . M . to be the " right man in the right place , " and that the Royal Lebanon Lodge would prosper under his rule . Thc gavel being entrusted to Bro . Past Master Wilson , "Thc Health of thc W . M . " was toasted in an enthusiastic speech during which Bro . Wilson dilated on
thc wisdom of the choice which the brethren had displayed in selecting for their W . M . a brother of such acknowledged ability , thereby ensuring the prosperity of the lodge in yvhose interest he had laboured hard for so many years . The W . M ., in responding , thanked Bro . Wilson and the brethren for the kind expressions they had made use of , and hoped the distinction they had conferred on him would
be to the interest of the lodge ; his ambition from the time he first entered the lodge was to fill the chair , and although hc felt the great responsibility of the position , he trusted yvith the kind forbearance of the brethren and the willing assistance of his officers to maintain the proud prestige which the Royal Lebanon Lodge had held in the province for so many years . The next toast was that of
"The Masonic Charities . " Bro . Col . Basevi ( who was called on to respond ) observed his satisfaction at being present on such an agreeable occasion . Giving a short but succinct account of the charity organisation of the province , he also expressed thc hope that all the lodges would act with one mind for the common weal , so that the strength which comes of union should be productive of
the best possible result . The W . M . then proposed the ton ^ - j of "The Past Masters . " Bro . P . M . Wilson as { Y > e senjof P . M . suitably responded . " Lodges of the Province " was responded to by Bros . P . M . Taynton , and Russell Kerr , W . M . 1067 . " Thc Visiting Brethren , " responded to by Bro . J . Bruton . Willi the toasts of " The Officers , " re sponded to by Brq . D . J . Neyvman , and " The Tyler , "
the evening was brought to a conclusion , thc gathering being looked upon as a most auspicious one in the annais of the Royal Lebanon Lodge . HUDDERSFIELD . —Lodge of Truth ( No , 521 ) . —The regular meeting of this lodge was held on Friday , thc 2 nd inst . The lodge was opened punctually at seven o ' clock by the W . M . ( Bro . John W . Hinchliffe ) ,
The minutes of the previous meeting having been read and confirmed , the only business on the circular being tp elect thc W . M ., Treasurer , and Tyler , it yvas at qnce proceeded yvith , and the result yvas that Bro . Benton , a very old and respected member of the lodge , was duly elected W . M . for the ensuing year , yvhich event will give general satisfaction to the brethren , and be the means of bringing many old
members together ; therefore , this good old lodge is looking forward to one of its happiest and most prosperous years . Bro . P . M . Geo . Marshall was re-elected Treasurer , and a better could not have been selected , he being the right man in the right place . Bro . Henry Shayv , one of the oldest members of the lodge and a deservedly respected brother , was re-elected Tyler . In consequence of the unfortunate death
of a much respected brother , yvhich sad event took place on Wednesday , being the result of an accident , the business yvas brought to a close after expressing the sympathy of the lodge yvith the family of the late brother , as also tyvo other families which have been deprived of their head since the last regular meeting , thus showing what
sad events may take place in so brief a space of time . Under these painful circumstances the VV . M . announced that there would not be any banquet or festive board . The business being concluded the lodge yvas closed , and many yvere the expressions of regret at the loss the lodge had sustained by thc untimely , and sudden death of two of its members .
LANCASTER . —Rowley Lodge ( No . 1051 ) . — The regular meeting of this lodge was held at the Masonic Rooms , Athenamm , on Monday 5 th November . The W . M ., Bro . T . Jackson , occupied the chair , and was supported by Bros . H . Longman , I . P . M . ; N . W . Helme , S . W . ; Alfred Sherriff , J . W . ; J . Daniel Moore , P . G . S . B . of England ; W . J . Sly , P . Prov . G . D . ; G . Taylor , S . D . ; J
T . J ackson , J . D . ; J . J . Croskel ' , as I . G . ; John Hatch . P . M . and Sec . 281 ; E . Johnson , and a number of other members and visitors . The principal business of thc evening was thc delivery of a lecture on the " Botany of Freemasonry , " by Bro . Dr . Moore . The lecture which yvas clear , terse , instructive , anil highly interesting , was listened to yvith great attention by all present , and at its close a hearty vote of thanks was awarded by acclamation to the
Worshipful lecturer . Tyvo gentlemen were proposed as candidates for initiation , and the lodge was closed in due form . On Wednesday evening , the 7 th instant , an emergency meeting was held , yvhen the W . M . initiated Lieut . W . H . Chippindale , of thc Royal Engineers , into the mysteries of Freemasonry , the working tools being presented by Bro . Sherriff , J . W ., and the charge delivered by Bro . H . Longman , I . P . M .
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io the lodge ; also in acknowledgment of thc courtesy evinced at all times , especially during the year in which he presided as Worshipful Master . ( Signed ) George Penn , W . M- * . Samuel Parkhouse , S . W . ; W . Gordon , J . W . ; W Step hens , Treas . ; J . Pushman , Hon . Sec . " In acknowledging the compliment Bro . Murlis said he had endeavoured to make every one comfortable ; hc had gone on in
a straight path trying to do all he could for Freemasonry . He had striven to make friends and steer clear of enemies . Bros . Stephens and Murlis responded to " The Treasurer and Secretary ; " Bros . Parkhouse and Gordon to that of "The Officers * , " Bvo . Stephens for " The Girls' School ;" and Bro . James Terry for "Thc Benevolent Institution , and the Boys' School . " The brethren shortly afterwards
separated . The musical quartctt before named sang some choice pieces of music betyvecn the toasts . ALDERSGATE LODGE ( No . 165 ' , ) . —On Monday evening , Nov . 12 th , the members of this lodge met for labour and refreshment at the Castle and Falcon , Aldersgate-street . The folloyving brethren attended : Bros . John Derby Allcroft , W . M . ; Rev . Dr . Ernest Brette , S . W . ;
Dr . Charles Hogg , J . W . ; P . Saillard , S . D . ; George Kenning , Treas . ; Thomas Benskin , Dir . of Cer . ; A . J Altman , I . G . ; Thomas Jones , Hon . . Sec . ; Rev R . Lee , Head Master of Christ's Hospital ; Dr . Alder Smith , Samuel White , E . J . Jolliffe , Alfred Brookman , W . W . Landels , Hyde Pullen , Samuel Benton , W . S . Chapman and the following visitors : Bros . E . F . Storr , W . M of the
Neptune Lodge ; and Edyvard J . Altman , Temple Lodge . Some good work yvas carried out during lodge , as Bro . Dr . Samuel Pentin yvas raised , and the lodge received instruction on the Second Tracing Board from that oracle of Masonry , Bro . Hyde Pullen , P . G . S . B . The Worshipful Master for the ensuing year was elected by ballot , yvhen it was found that the Rev . Dr . Ernest Brette , of Christ ' s
Hospital , yvas unanimously chosen to succeed Bro . John Derby Allcroft ; Bro . George Kenning , was unanimously re-elected Treasurer ; and W . Steadman , P . M ., Tyler . The invitation of Grand Lodge to send a Steward to represent the lodge at the Annual Festival of Aged Freemasons and Widows of Freemasons , yvas accepted by the W . M ., Bro . J . D Allcroft . During refreshments the usual
Masonic and loyal toasts were given and heartily tesponded to . The burden of the speeches yvas attachment to the Craft , affection for the Worshipful Master , and a grateful appreciation of his munificence to the lodge . A cordial welcome yvas given to the W . M . elect anil the visitors , with due acknowledgements fie m Bros . Brette , Storr and Altman . The W . M . expressed his wish
that the brethren should meet frequently , once a week , for instruction , and desired the Secretary to confer with him on the subject . There is evidently a extermination in "The Aldersgate Lodge , " to excel . BATH . —Royal Cumberland Lodge ( No . 41 ) —Thc second regular meeting of the season was held at the Masonic Hall , on Thursday , Nov . ist ., presided over
by Bro . F . Wilkinson , W . M ., assisted by Bios . Brown , I . P . M . ; Falkner , S . W . ; C . Wilkinson , J . W . ; Ashley , P . M . and Treas . ; Wilton , P . M . and Dir . of Cers . ; Brahani , Sec ; Gummer , S . D . ; Holmes , as J . D . ; Railway , I . G . ; Robinson and j . Smith , Steyvards ; Moutrie , P . M . ; Ruble , P . M . ; Major Preston , P . M . ; Dr . Hopkins , P . M . and P . P . G . S . W . for Waryvickshire ; as visitors , Bros . Dr . Tunstali , P . M . 33 ;
Reeves , P . M . 906 ; Gen . Doherty , P . M . 906 ; Bush , P . M . 1363 ; and many member ? . At 7 . 40 the lodge was opened and the minutes yvere read and confirmed . A ballot yvas taken for Mr . E . Wilton , son of the respected D . C , and hc was duly initiated by the W . M ., the charge being given by Bro . Moutrie . Bros . Cartmcll and Gregory yvere examined , entrusted , and dismissed for preparation , after
yvhich thc lodge was opened in thc Second Degree . On their return they yvere passed to the rank of F . C . by the VV . M ., and retired . Bro . R . Mann yvas examined and entrusted . The lodge was opened in the Third Degree , the candidate was re-admitted , and the W . M . again officiated in raising him as a M . M ., and in all thc three degrees the S . W . explained the symbolism of the working
tools . Though the ceremonies had occupied the brethren till half-past ten , there was yet another matter which engaged their attention for half an hour longer , namely the death of a highly-respected brother at thc advanced ngc of 80 , who had been a member of the Craft about half a century . Bro . Wilton ably and feelingly reminded the brethren of Bro . Cooper ' s long and efficient services , of thc
impressiveness of his tones in the delivery of the prayers and charges , to yvhich his efforts had of late years been confined , of his readiness to unite in any good and chai liable work , of the consistency he had ever evinced iu his endeavours to carry out , in the regulation of his life , the genuine tenets of Freemasonry , —of the void that must be felt at seeing his wonted place on the dais empty , which
he had punctually occupied to thc very last , and from yvhich he had actively co-operated in the labours of the lodge . Bro . Wilton concluded by reading an excellent letter from one of his daughters , soliciting aid with a view to procuring admission into the Masonic School for her youngest brother . A long discussion ensued , in which the W . M ., the Wardens , Bros . Dr . Tunstali , Ashley , Radway ,
Dr . Hopkins , and others joined , all anxious to vie in paying respect to thc memory of the deceased brother , and to assist his family under their sad bereavement , to whom the Secretary was directed to address a letter of sincere condolence . Definite measures yvere deferred until the next meeting , and in the meantime Bros . Ashley , Falkner , and Dr . Hopkins were appointed as a committee to obtain
information , with power to act within certain limits . The W . M . reminded the brethren of the presence of Bro . Fuller , as a vi . itor for the last time during his temporary residence in Bath , as he is about to return to America , adding that he was formerly a subscribing member of this lodge , and concluded by addressing him , and on behalf of those present bidding him God speed , a safe anival , and success in the land of his adoption . The worthy brother made a suitable
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acknowledgment of the kind wishes expressed with regard to him . The lodge yvas closed at 11 o ' clock . MIDDLETON . — Imperial George - Lodge ( No . 78 ) . —The last meeting of this lodge was held on Thursday , Oct . 25 th , at thc Asshcton Arms . Bro . G . Bradbury , W . M ., presided , and among those present were Bros . J . Percival , S . W . ; F . Fothergill , J . W . ; H .
Heywood , P . M ., Treas . ; J . Hatton , Sec . ; F . Hooper , Org . ; W . S . Clarke , I . G . ; j . Kent , Tyler . Thc minutes of the last meeting yvere read and confirmed . Bro . Tetlow having answered the questions leading to the Second Degree , was entrusted with the test of merit and passed oat . The lodge yvas raised to the Second Degree , and Bro . Tetlow yvas passed to the degree of Fellow Craft by the W . M .
Thc charge in the S . E . yvas given , and the yvorking tools were presented by Bro . D . Reid , I . P . M . Bro . jowett , having answered thc questions leading to the Third Degree , yvas entrusted with the test of merit . The lodge was opened in the Third Degree , and Bro . Joyvett yvas raised to the Sublime Degree of a Master Mason by the W . M . The lodge having been lowered to the First Degree , the
W . M . moved the resolution of which hc had given notice , viz ., " That the sum of £ 5 be given by the lodge to thc Indian Famine Relief Fund . " This was seconded by Bro . H . Heyyvood , P . M ., and carried unanimously . " Hearty good wishes " were recorded from Ledges 163 , 325 , 1034 , and 145 8 . The lodge was closed in peace and harmony , and the brethren adjourned for refreshment . Thc usual
loyal and Masonic toasts were duly honoured , and the brethren separated . "WINDSOR . —Etonian Lodge of St . John ( No . 209 ) . —The usual monthly meeting of this lodge yvas held at the Masonic Hall , Windsor , on the 6 th inst . The W . M ., Bro . C . D . Hume , P . G . S ., presided , supported by Bros . Roberts , P . G . S ., S . W . ; Schiemann , J . W . ;
Wilson , P . M ., Treasurer ; Carter , P . M ., P . P . G . D . C , Sec ; Nichols , S . D . ; Pears , J . D . ; Cousins , I . G . ; Evans , Steward ; Reid , P . M . ; Long , P . M . ; and a large number of other brethren . Visitors : Bros . Ridley , 1101 ; Gomm , 780 ; Barnes , 780 ; Cantrell , P . M . 1501 ; Fisk , 1471 ; Johnson , 771 ; Bolton , Grisebrook , P . M . 771 ; Lay , 569 ; Williams , 86 ; . Messrs . Riley , Stollery , and Turton were initiated
into Freemasonry , and Bros . Hayvkes and Perks passed to the degree of F . C . The ceremonies were performed by the W . M . in an impressive and faultless manner . Tyvo candidates for initiation and one as a joining member having been proposed the lodge yvas closed in due form . BATH . —Lodge of Honour ( No . 379 ) . —Thc first meeting of the season was held at the Masonic Hall ,
on Monday , Nov . 12 th . Bro . Gore , W . M ., opened the lodge at 8 . 15 , supported by Bros . Dr . H . Hopkins , as I . P . M . ; H . C . Hopkins , S . W . ; Dickenson , J . W . ; Davis , P . M . Sec ; Robinson , as S . D . ; Johnson , J . D . ; Bush , P . M ., as I . G . ; and others . Visitors : Bros . Gen . Doherty , P . M . s ; -j , and 906 ; Col . Ford , P . M . 33 ; Brown , I . P . M . 41 ; Edwards , W . M . ci ; W . Smith , P . M . and Treas . 53 ;
Falkner , S . W . 41 ; and many others . The minutes having been read and confirmed , the lodge yvas opened in thc Second Degree . Bro . Dr . Hopkins took the chair , and examined Bro . Rev . Saunderscn as to his proficiency . This proving satisfactory , he yvas entrusted and dismissed for preparation . The lodge yvas opened in the Third Degree * . Thc candidate was readmitted , raised to the rank of M . M .,
and the traditionary history was communicated to mm . Bro . Falkner explained the symbolism of the working tools , and Dr . Hopkins completed the ceremony by giving the charge , at the conclusion of which the brethren signified their approval by hearty applause . Bro . Gore , W . M ., again took the chair , and resumed the lodge in thc Second , and afteryvards in the First Degree . He feelingly laid before the
brethren the loss by death of three members during the vacation , of whom he specially referred to the respected I . P . M ., Bro . Cook , and concluded by proposing a resolution of sincere regret , yvhich yvas seconded by the S . W ., carried , and ordered to be entered in thc minnte book , in addition to yvhich the Secretary was directed to send copies , yvith letters of condolence , to the families of the
deceased brethren . Bro . H . C . Hopkins , S . W ., was elected VV . M . and Bro . Gore Treasurer for the ensuing year . The acting I . P . M . at some length reported a case of extreme distress in thc family of a wcll-knoyvn and highly-respected zealous member of No . 41 , who had died at the age of 80 , leaving no provision for his numerous young children , and solicited help in an endeavour to
procure the admission of the youngest son into the Masonic Boys' School . Other business was transacted , and the proceedings were brought to a termination by a vote of thanks to the visitors , and specially to the brother yvho had worked the ceremony , yvhich was acknowledged by the I . P . M . < f No . 41 and the W . M . of No . 53 . The lodge was finally closed at 10 o ' clock .
GLOUCESTER . — Royal Lebanon Lodge ( No . 49 . ?) . —St . John ' s Day was celebrated by " this lodge on Tuesday , the 6 th inst ., at the Spread Eagle Hotel , yvhen the Senior Warelen , Bro . G . K . Prowse , was installed in the chair of King Solomon as W . M . for the ensuing year , the ceremony being performed in the presence of about a hundred brethren by Bro . Past Master Edwin Browne , ol
' . he Gooch Lodge , 1295 , whose zeal for Masonry was evinced by the admirable manner in yvhich the varied portions of the ceremony were gone through . The officers appointed by the W . M . were Bros ; D . Neyvman , S . W . ; S . Moss , J . W . ; Wilson , P . M ., Treasurer ; Worsley , P . M ., Secretary ; Rev . H . Layton , Chaplain ; Woodward , P . M ., Organist ; A . V . Hatton , Steward ; G . W . Haines , S . D . ;
R . A . Mattheyvs , J . D . ; F . Smith , I . G . Amongst the numerous visitors present were Bros . Col . H . Basevi , P . D . D . G . ; J . Walker , P . M . 82 ; H . Godfrey , W . M . 82 ; T . Taynton , P . M . 8 39 ; R . White , P . M . 839 ; Vassar Smith , 839 ; A . Helps , 8 39 ; A . Buchanan , 839 * , J . Bruton , 839 ; R . S . Helps , 839 ; T . H . Chance , 839 ; A . C . Wheeler , 839 ; A . Slater , 839 ; H . W . Hall , 839 ; J . Weston , 839 ; and C . R . Taynton , 839 ; R . J . Kerr , W . M . 1067 * , Cranston Kerr ,
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1067 ; R . W . White , P . M . 1295 ; Ludgate , 1295 ; Kent , 1295 ; Haydon , 1295 ; Philipps , 1295 ; Poyvell , 1295 ; G . Roberts , W . M . 1005 < s - Hayward , P . M . 1005 ; G . Tomes , P . M . 1005 ; T . Gee , P . M . 1005 ; W . H . Roberts , Barnett , Dutton , 1005 ; R . Chandler , W . M . 900 ; W . Crump , P . M . 900 ; W . B . Stacker , P . M . 241 ; Hollicb , P . M . 1098 ; Chapman , - P . M . 1057 ; Hirst , W . M . i ^ g- Haselton
Holman . The lodge being closed in due form , the brethren retired to the banquet room . Grace having been offered by the Chaplain , due justice was rendered to the excellent dinner provided by Bro . W . C . Davis . The preliminary toasts having been given , tbe W . M . in felicitous terms proposed " The Health of the P . G . M . and P . G . L . of Gloucestershire , " which was suitably responded to by Bros .
H . Layton , P . G . C , and J . Walker , P . P . S . W . The W . M . then proposed " Thc Health of Bro . E . Browne , Installing Master , remarking on thc great pleasure it gave him to meet his excellent friend and brother in that capacity , the superior yvay in yvhich the ceremony had been performed proving his choice to be everything hc had anticipated , and far exceeding the expectations of the brethren . Bro . Browne , in
returning thanks , expressed the pleasure it gave him to visit Lodge 493 , which yvas enhanced by the fact of his knowing the W . M . to be the " right man in the right place , " and that the Royal Lebanon Lodge would prosper under his rule . Thc gavel being entrusted to Bro . Past Master Wilson , "Thc Health of thc W . M . " was toasted in an enthusiastic speech during which Bro . Wilson dilated on
thc wisdom of the choice which the brethren had displayed in selecting for their W . M . a brother of such acknowledged ability , thereby ensuring the prosperity of the lodge in yvhose interest he had laboured hard for so many years . The W . M ., in responding , thanked Bro . Wilson and the brethren for the kind expressions they had made use of , and hoped the distinction they had conferred on him would
be to the interest of the lodge ; his ambition from the time he first entered the lodge was to fill the chair , and although hc felt the great responsibility of the position , he trusted yvith the kind forbearance of the brethren and the willing assistance of his officers to maintain the proud prestige which the Royal Lebanon Lodge had held in the province for so many years . The next toast was that of
"The Masonic Charities . " Bro . Col . Basevi ( who was called on to respond ) observed his satisfaction at being present on such an agreeable occasion . Giving a short but succinct account of the charity organisation of the province , he also expressed thc hope that all the lodges would act with one mind for the common weal , so that the strength which comes of union should be productive of
the best possible result . The W . M . then proposed the ton ^ - j of "The Past Masters . " Bro . P . M . Wilson as { Y > e senjof P . M . suitably responded . " Lodges of the Province " was responded to by Bros . P . M . Taynton , and Russell Kerr , W . M . 1067 . " Thc Visiting Brethren , " responded to by Bro . J . Bruton . Willi the toasts of " The Officers , " re sponded to by Brq . D . J . Neyvman , and " The Tyler , "
the evening was brought to a conclusion , thc gathering being looked upon as a most auspicious one in the annais of the Royal Lebanon Lodge . HUDDERSFIELD . —Lodge of Truth ( No , 521 ) . —The regular meeting of this lodge was held on Friday , thc 2 nd inst . The lodge was opened punctually at seven o ' clock by the W . M . ( Bro . John W . Hinchliffe ) ,
The minutes of the previous meeting having been read and confirmed , the only business on the circular being tp elect thc W . M ., Treasurer , and Tyler , it yvas at qnce proceeded yvith , and the result yvas that Bro . Benton , a very old and respected member of the lodge , was duly elected W . M . for the ensuing year , yvhich event will give general satisfaction to the brethren , and be the means of bringing many old
members together ; therefore , this good old lodge is looking forward to one of its happiest and most prosperous years . Bro . P . M . Geo . Marshall was re-elected Treasurer , and a better could not have been selected , he being the right man in the right place . Bro . Henry Shayv , one of the oldest members of the lodge and a deservedly respected brother , was re-elected Tyler . In consequence of the unfortunate death
of a much respected brother , yvhich sad event took place on Wednesday , being the result of an accident , the business yvas brought to a close after expressing the sympathy of the lodge yvith the family of the late brother , as also tyvo other families which have been deprived of their head since the last regular meeting , thus showing what
sad events may take place in so brief a space of time . Under these painful circumstances the VV . M . announced that there would not be any banquet or festive board . The business being concluded the lodge yvas closed , and many yvere the expressions of regret at the loss the lodge had sustained by thc untimely , and sudden death of two of its members .
LANCASTER . —Rowley Lodge ( No . 1051 ) . — The regular meeting of this lodge was held at the Masonic Rooms , Athenamm , on Monday 5 th November . The W . M ., Bro . T . Jackson , occupied the chair , and was supported by Bros . H . Longman , I . P . M . ; N . W . Helme , S . W . ; Alfred Sherriff , J . W . ; J . Daniel Moore , P . G . S . B . of England ; W . J . Sly , P . Prov . G . D . ; G . Taylor , S . D . ; J
T . J ackson , J . D . ; J . J . Croskel ' , as I . G . ; John Hatch . P . M . and Sec . 281 ; E . Johnson , and a number of other members and visitors . The principal business of thc evening was thc delivery of a lecture on the " Botany of Freemasonry , " by Bro . Dr . Moore . The lecture which yvas clear , terse , instructive , anil highly interesting , was listened to yvith great attention by all present , and at its close a hearty vote of thanks was awarded by acclamation to the
Worshipful lecturer . Tyvo gentlemen were proposed as candidates for initiation , and the lodge was closed in due form . On Wednesday evening , the 7 th instant , an emergency meeting was held , yvhen the W . M . initiated Lieut . W . H . Chippindale , of thc Royal Engineers , into the mysteries of Freemasonry , the working tools being presented by Bro . Sherriff , J . W ., and the charge delivered by Bro . H . Longman , I . P . M .