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Craft JHasonra .
PHCENIX LODGE ( No . 173 ) . —This lodge met on Saturday last at Freemasons' Hall , when , in . spite of the unpropitious weather , there was a large iittendance of brethien . The VV . M ., Bro . John Andrews , presided , and there were also present Bros . F . Foxley , S . VV . ; F . D . Vine , J . W . ; J . Finch , Treas . ; H . VV . Davie , Sec . ; G . Guterbock , S . D . ; Walter Holcombe , I . G . ; F . R . Vine , P . M . ; S . PhillipsP . M . ,- C . J . J . Salmon , P . M . ; and
, many lay members of the lodge . Among the visitors were Bros . E . Pilliner , 1223 ; VV . Bendale , 1702 ; H . T . Stiles , VV . M . 1732 ; P . Rose-lnnes , J . D . 12 C 1 ; R . Rowell , 19 S ; R . Conder , 715 ; L . Lichtwitz , 1642 ; VV . H . Read , 1340 ; E . B . Grabham , P » M . 19 , P . J . G . W . Middx . ; VV . Carrington , S . D . 1791 ; E . J . Dodd , 1221 , P . G . Org . Kent ; H . J . Johnson , P . M . 1791 ; and E . C . Massey , P . M . 1297 ( Frsemason ) . .
The principal business before the lodge was the initiation of Mr . William Hawkins Herbert and Mr . Henry Marlow , and conferring the Second Degree upon Bros . N . R . Hart , T . Rawlins , and L . Langley , both of which ceremonies were very ably performed ^ by the W . M . and his officers , after which the lodge was closed , and the brethren and their guests adjourned to the banquet-room in the adjoining building .
When the cloth had been removed , the VV M . rose and said : Brethren—The first toast 1 have the honour of proposing is that of " Her Most Gracious Majesty the Queen , and the Craft . " I am sure it isnot necessary for me to say anything to recommend this toast , and I shall , therefore briefly ask you to drink it with thc honours due to its importance . 1 give you : "The Queen and the Craft . " The Chairman then said : The next toast 1 have to propose
is that of " H . R . H . the Prince of Wales , our M . W . G . M . " I think it a great honour lo the Craft that we have so illustriois a personage at our head , and it affords me great pleasure to have the opportunity of proposing the toast , knowing with what enthusiasm it is always received , and how thoroughly the members of the Craft appreciate all he has done forthe welfare and success of the Order . Brethren , " Our M . W . G . M ., H . R . H . the Prince of Wales . "
The foregoing toasts having received full honours , the VV . M . again rose , and said : The next toast I have the honour of proposing is that of " The Pro G . M ., the Earl of Carnarvon , the D . G . M ., the Earl of Lathom , and the rest of the Grand Officers Present and Past . " I am sure that all the brethren feel with me that the Grand Ofiicers of the Craft are at all times ready to do all in their power for the honour of Freemasonry , and I ask you to join with
me in this toast . Bro . Allen , P . M ., in proposing " Ihe Health of the W . M ., " said : Itis with very great pleasure that I have the honour of proposing this toast this evening . From the way in which he lias performed the ceremonies it is evident that he has exerted himself to some considerable extent to make himself as proficient as he has done . I shall not detain you with a long speech , because it is unnecessary , and I feel ,, that you will join with me in
congratulating him on his performance of the ceremonies this evening . Brethren , I give you " - 'The Health of our VV . M . " In returning thanks , the W . M . said : Brethren , it has given me a considerable amount of pleasure to have heard my name so kindly mentioned by our Bro . Allan , P . M ., and to find it so cordially received by all the brethren . When I decided to accept this honourable position . I had some mistrivimrs as to my ability to perform
the duties in as satisfactory a manner as I should wish , but I determined that I would do all in my power to become as efficient as possible , and , if 1 have not come up to the standard of efficiency , I believe , from the kind expressions made tc-night , that 1 have got nearer thc mark than I ever expected to do . Brethren , 1 thank you all . Brethren , the next toast I have the pleasure of proposing is one which is always received with a large amount of
acclamation . It is that of "The Initiates . " As the world progresses so we hope that Freemasonry will always progress ; hut without new members this coulel not be the case . But Freemasonry will never satisfactorily progress unless the initiates , as well as all the other brethren feel and act up to the solemn obligation they have undertaken to observe . Brother initiates , I trust from the attention you have paid to the ceremony that a lasting impression will be made on
your minds , and that you will ever act up to the true principles of Freemasonry . Brethren , 1 give you " The Initiates . " Uros . Herbert and Marlow returned thanks , Bro . Marlow saying : VV . Master and brethren , I have the pleasure with my friend and brother initiate , Bro . Marlow , to acknowledge the exceedingly kind , and to me exceptional , manner in which you have been so good as to propose and receive the toast of the initiates . With regard to
the solemn ceremony to-day—ihe ceremony of initiationthrough which my friend and myself have entered Freemasonry , the recollection of it will last as long as life itself . We have not as yet had much experience in Freemasonry , anditis our regret that wc were not members of the Craft long ago . Gentlemen , we have to thank you again for the cordial and kind manner in which you have received us , and we will do all we can to be a credit to the Craft , to its Charities , and
to the lodge to which vve have the honour to belong . Bro . Marlow remarked that his experiences that evening would make a lasting impression on his mind . He had entered the Craft with a heartfelt desire to tread onward and upward in the path of Masonry , that if he could be of assistance to his brethren it would always be his wish to do so . Had he had any previous idea of what Masonry was he could safely say that he should have been a Mason
years ago ; and he concluded by saying that he would do all in his power to further the interest of the Craft . The Chairman : The next toast I have the pleasurcof proposing is one which I am sure all the brethren of the Phoenix lodge will cordially respond to , it ' s that of " Tlic Visitors . " I am glad to see so many amongst us , and in the name of thc lodge I give them a hearty welcome ,
and trust wc may often see them here again . Many of our visitors this evening stand high in the Craft . Brethren I give you " The Health of the Visitors " anipling with it the names of Bros . Grabham , Dodd , Parsons and Roselnnes . Bro , Giahham said , as the first name coupled with the toast , 1 have first the honour to congratulate you . W . M ., on your occupancy of that chair , and to congratulate the brethren for having elected you to it . They could not have inade a better selection . You and { have worked together in
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a lodge of instruction and I can bear evidence to the way you have performed . It was not my good fortune to be here to see the initiation but I did witness the passing , and you discharged your duties in a way that did credit to yourself and your lodge . The other brethren named having also responded , the Chairman in proposing the toast of " The P . M . 's" said—1 am sure I have to congratulate myself that
we always have so goodly an array of them amongst us , and that they not only attend the festive board , but tbat they are mostly with us in lodge ready to give valuable assistance and advice , without which wc should no doubt soon get out of order . I regret to find that all our P . M . ' s are not with us this evening , but I am sure that there are none awav from any wish of their own ; and ,
whether here or away , I feel conhoent that their hearts are with us in the cause . Brethren , 1 give you "The P . M ' s , " and call upon all that are present to return thanks . Bros . Allen , Vine , Philips , Finch , and Salmon , responded for the Past Masters . The Chairman : The last , but certainly far from the least important toast I have to propose this eveningis that of " The Officers of the Phcenix Loelge , "
, coupling therewith thc Treasurer and Secretary . I am sure no ' Master has ever been more fortunate than I am in having a Treasurer so well able to undertake the financial affairs of a lodge . The Secretary ' s capabilities a ' re so well known that it would be superfluous for me to remark on them , but I wish to thank him for the promptitude he has always shown in the performance of all the duties
devolving upon him . I hope that we may always have in our lodge Wardens as efficient as those we have now , for without such it is almost impossible for the working of the lodge to go on satisfactorily . I thank them and all the other officers for the way in which they have worked their parts this evening , and I trust that there may always be that love and harmony amongst the officers which exists at
the present time . Brethren , "The Officers . " The various officers of the lodge having returned thanks , the VV . M . summoned the Tyler of the lodge , Bro . C . T . Speight , P . M . 27 , Past P . G . Tyler Surrey , who closed the proceedings by proposing the Tyler ' s toast . There was some very good vocal and instrumental music during the evening , the musical brethren being Bros . Wharton , Dutton , Bendall , and Smith .
WELLINGTON LODGE ( No . 54 S ) . —The usual monthly meeting of this lodge took place on Wednesday evening the 13 th instant , under the gavel ot the M . VV . Bro . S . P . Catterson . There was a great muster of the brethren , including the following visitors : Magnus Ohren , P . A . G . D . C . England ; Dr . V . Jagielski , I . P . M . Polish National , 534 ; B . P . Holditch , and II . Cooper , Old
Concord , 172 ; W . Eaton , Southwark , 7 S 9 ; J . Woollacott , Peckham , S 69 ; J . Buckland , Welchpool 99 S ; H . J . Tallantire , Blackheath , 1320 ; and Thomas Nunn , Chislehurst , 1531 . Bro . T . E . Musto was passed to the second degree . W . Fieldson , S . VV ., was duly appointed W . M ., and received the congratulations of the brethren . Bro . J . I . VVest was again elected to the post of Treasurer , and
Bro . Goddard to that of Tyler . After the naming of the brethren for the Audit and Benevolent Fund Committees , one of the most pleasant and enjoyable scenes took place that ever characterised the proceedings of the Wellington Loelge . Bro . E . J . B . Bumstead has been its Secretary for twenty years , and so well has he discharged his duties that it was thought the time had arrived when his valuable
services , his unwearied labours and self-devotion , should receive some recognition . A Committee was formed , a « d , although only members of the lodge were permitted to subscribe , a sum was soon collected large enough to purchase a splendid tea and coffee service . This was accompanied by an address elegantly engrossed by Bro . Nunn , of Ironmonger-lane , and mounted and trained
with much taste and beauty by Bro . Saegartt , who is an old and very much respected P . M . ot the lodge . Bro . Wakefield , P . M ., who preceded Bro . Bumstead in the chair over twenty years ago , addressed the brethren at some length , tracing the history of the lodge and detailing the labours of the Secretary , . who through eood and ill report had worked steadily on with the result
they now saw—of being a strong , healthy and happy family . The brethren were taken by surprise b y Bro . Wakefield ' s speech , which though homely , was to the purpose and from the heart . The W . M . made the presentation in a very kind and fitting speech . Bro . Bumstead was evidently overcome , and his manner and the tone of his voice conveyed more than any words could do . The whole
of the proceedings were marked by deep earnestness and a sincere desire to pay honour to a brother who deserved it so well of the lodge A banqilet followed , which did credit to the catering of Bro . Morgan , and the brethren enjoyed a few hours together in social intercourse . Many speeches were made , Bro . Magnus Ohren responding for " Grand Ofiicers , " and
Bro . Jagielski for "The Visitors . " The last named brother spoke very eloquentl y and met with a very cordial reception . The meeting will he remembered as a pleasant one , for never were brethren more united in giving honour to whom honour was due , and never was a testimonial more worthily bestowed .
THE GREAT CITY LODGE ( No . 1426 ) . — The monthly meeting of this lodge was held on Saturday evening , the ioth inst ., at the Cannon-street Hotel , and was but very thinly attended , particularly accounted for by the unfavourable state of the weather . There were present Bros . Charles Taylor , VV . M . ; Hamer , P . M . ( pro tern ) , S . VV . ; Keeble , J . W . ; Headon , P . M ., Treas , ; Blackie ,
P . M ., Sec ; Baber , S . D . ; Potter , I . G . ; Jenkins , Org . ; Skinner , Steward ; and Potter , Tyler . The only visitors were Bros . Crombie , 1567 , and Randall , 145 . The minutes of the November lodge having been read and confirmed , Bros . John William Benn and Paul J . Metz were respectively passed to the Degree of F . C . Bro . J . K . Gwyn was afterwards raised to the Degree of
M . M . Ihe lodge then proceeded to consider the case of the wife of a member of the lodge , which was most deserving of their practical sympathy . The brother in question had been in partnership with another gentleman in ihe city , and , apparently , carrying on a tolerably
successful business , until suddenly his reason gave way , and , unfortunately , he is now a hopeless lunatic in Colney Hatch Asylum . Thc lodge having considered the case , on the motion of a brother , a liberal sum was voted to the wife from the benevolent fund of the lodge , and a petition has been prepared to be presented to the Board of Benevolence on her behalf on a convenient opportunity . There , is
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another incident of a rather peculiar nature in reference to this case , from which it appeared that previous to the marriage of this brother and his wife , in Paris , a marriage settlement took place , and a sum of money for the wife ' s use and benefit was invested in thc Funds in . Paris , but according to the French law this money can only be obtained by her on her becoming a widow . This was considered by the lodge to be a great hardship , as this woman is now
entirely deprived of tbe aid of her husband , and the money she requires for her support cannot , by a fiction of the law , be obtained until she is a widow , and there is a possibility of her being survived by her unfortunate husband . Another case was brought before the lodge , of one of its members having dropped down dead , leaving a widow and a son and daughter . This case will have to be considered at the next meeting of the lodge . There being no other business , the lodge was closed .
FARRINGDON WITHOUT LODGE ( No . 1745 ) . —The regular meeting of this lodge was held at the Viaduct Hotel , E . G ., on thc 28 th ult . Bro . H . J . Lardner , W . M ., presided , and was supported by Bros . Strugwell , S . W ., and Williams , J . W . The other members and visitors present were as follows : R . W . Bro . General John Studholme Brownrigg , C . B ., P . G . M . Surrey ; Bros . E .
M . Lott , W . M . 1929 , P . P . G . J . W . Jersey , P . P . G . O . Surrey , P . AI . 245 and 17 ( 55 ; J . F . Van Raalte , P . M . 917 ; G . S . Elliott , P . M . 1623 ; Pieter Becker Caarteu , P > . W . 115 S ; J . King , S . D . 1929 ; VV . Martin , 495 ; E . S . Lardner , 101 ; VV . E . Davis , S . W . Oig ; E . Mallett , P . M . 141 ; F . Blake , W . M . 945 ; T . McButt , S . VV . 1623 ; E . Roberts , Org . 1623 ; R . Greenwood , VV . S . 1623 ; G .
Gult , 27 ; U I ' . Goodenough , S . D . ; P . Simpson , J . D . ; H . B . Marshall , I . G . ; Jackson , P . M . ; T . C . Walls , P . M . ; Ramsey , P . M .,-Treas . ; H . A . Dubois , P . M . ; E . Hart , Org . ; F . E . Longley , J . Young , A . Wildash , C . Potter , and E . Falke . The minutes of the previous lodge having been read and confirmed , a successful ballot was taken for Messrs . Cobb
and Hablett , and these candidates , together with Mr . VV . J . Almond , who had been previously balloted for , were duly initiated , the W . M . delivering the charges most effectively . The W . M . stated his intention of representing the lodge at the forthcoming festivals , and said he would be glad to have the support of the brethren . He had been informed that Bro . Marshall , I . G ., would again like to act as a Steward to
all the Chanties for the coming year , and proposed that the generous offer of their much respected brother be accepted , and that the same take the form of a vote of thanks , to be entered on the minutes . Bro . Marshall modestly replied that what he had done , and what he did , was a labour of love to him ; and he thanked the lodge for its continued fraternal good feeling towards him .
Lodge was then closed , and the brethren adjourned to banquet . Grace having been said , the VV . M . gave " The Queen and the Craft , " also "The M . W . G . M ., " to each of which the brethren heartily responded . The next toast proposed was that of "The Pro G . M ., the D . G . M ., and the Grand Lodge Officers , Present and Past , " and coupled with those exalted brethren the name of their distinguished
visitor , Bro . Gen . Brownrigg , Prov . G . M . Surrey , for whose presence that evening he felt highly honoured ' . The services of their eminent brother were of long standing , and the province of Surrey , under his able guidance , had been most successful . He trusted the day would be far distant when another Grand Master would have to be appointed for the province . Bro . Gen . Brownrisru . on risinc to
respond , was received with marked approbation . He said it was some twenty-five years ago since he was first called upon to return thanks for the Grand Officers . Since then he had frequentl y done so , and he could assure them their Grand Officers highly appeciated these repeated acknowledgments . He thanked them very much lor the fraternal reception given him . It had been a source of pleasure to
visit their lodge and find the working so very good ; it seemed to be thoroughly prosperous . He hoped the great influx of late years to the Craft would prove beneficial . In his own province Freemasonry had been very successful . He trusted the brethren would be cautions as to whom they admitted , as among the large numbers seeking admission there would be some doubtful ones .
He was pleased to see the intelligence and zeal that some of their younger brethren were displaying , more especially to the Charities ; the increased numbers to the Craft must necessarily bring corresponding liabilities , but of that they need not fear while such large-hearted brethren like their W . M . and Bro . Marshall remained among them . He thanked them very much for the generous reception of the
Grand Oilicers' toast . The I . P . M ., Bro . Walls , next proposed "The VV . M ., " and excused himself from saying more than that their VV . M . was all that they could desire , and it was gratifying to them to hear their VV . M . spoken of in such excellent terms by the P . G . M . of Surrey ; he therefore hoped the hrethren would bear the same testimony . Bro . Lardner , in response , thanked all
present for their " Hearty good Wishes " towards him , and was glad to find that tbe Farringdon Without Lodge had given so much pleasure . He should endeavour at all times whilst their VV . M . to maintain the honour of the lodge and good wishes of its members , and whatever Masonic duties he might be called upon to perform he would discharge them to the best of bis ability . The P . M . next was
responded to by Bros . Walls , Jackson and Dubois . " The Initiates" next received full acknowledgment , each of whom returned thanks . The-VV . M . then proposed "The Visitors , " mentioning them individually , coupling with this toast the name of P . M . Lott . Bro . Lott returned thanks , as he said for the want of suitable words for the occasion , by playing a selection on the piano . The following
visitors also returned thanks , Bros . Van Raalte , P . M ., G . S . Elliott , P . M ., and others . "The Ofiicers" came next , Bros . Ramsay . P . M ,, Treas . ; Jackson , P . M ., Sec ; the S . W ., J . W ., and Deacons replying . Songs by Bro . Egbert Roberts , McButt and Walls , and some select music on thc piano by Bro . Professor Lott were given during the evening , and the Tyler's toast closed the proceedings .
CREATON LODGE ( No . 1791 ) . —A well-attended meeting . 01 this lodge was held on Thursday week , the Sth inst ., at Freemasons' Hall , Great Queen-street , the following brethren among others being present : Bros . Jno . Williams , VV . M . ; Josh . Neilson , S . VV . ; E . Thurkle , P . M ., Treas . ; J . Ion Cantle , P . M ., Sec ; VV . Carrington , S . D . ; R . G . Shute , J . D . ; W Ferguson , acting D . ot C . j W . Williams , I . G . ; R . H . Rogers and T . T . Matthews , Stewards ; Col . John Creaton , Grand Treasurer , P . M . ;
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Craft JHasonra .
PHCENIX LODGE ( No . 173 ) . —This lodge met on Saturday last at Freemasons' Hall , when , in . spite of the unpropitious weather , there was a large iittendance of brethien . The VV . M ., Bro . John Andrews , presided , and there were also present Bros . F . Foxley , S . VV . ; F . D . Vine , J . W . ; J . Finch , Treas . ; H . VV . Davie , Sec . ; G . Guterbock , S . D . ; Walter Holcombe , I . G . ; F . R . Vine , P . M . ; S . PhillipsP . M . ,- C . J . J . Salmon , P . M . ; and
, many lay members of the lodge . Among the visitors were Bros . E . Pilliner , 1223 ; VV . Bendale , 1702 ; H . T . Stiles , VV . M . 1732 ; P . Rose-lnnes , J . D . 12 C 1 ; R . Rowell , 19 S ; R . Conder , 715 ; L . Lichtwitz , 1642 ; VV . H . Read , 1340 ; E . B . Grabham , P » M . 19 , P . J . G . W . Middx . ; VV . Carrington , S . D . 1791 ; E . J . Dodd , 1221 , P . G . Org . Kent ; H . J . Johnson , P . M . 1791 ; and E . C . Massey , P . M . 1297 ( Frsemason ) . .
The principal business before the lodge was the initiation of Mr . William Hawkins Herbert and Mr . Henry Marlow , and conferring the Second Degree upon Bros . N . R . Hart , T . Rawlins , and L . Langley , both of which ceremonies were very ably performed ^ by the W . M . and his officers , after which the lodge was closed , and the brethren and their guests adjourned to the banquet-room in the adjoining building .
When the cloth had been removed , the VV M . rose and said : Brethren—The first toast 1 have the honour of proposing is that of " Her Most Gracious Majesty the Queen , and the Craft . " I am sure it isnot necessary for me to say anything to recommend this toast , and I shall , therefore briefly ask you to drink it with thc honours due to its importance . 1 give you : "The Queen and the Craft . " The Chairman then said : The next toast 1 have to propose
is that of " H . R . H . the Prince of Wales , our M . W . G . M . " I think it a great honour lo the Craft that we have so illustriois a personage at our head , and it affords me great pleasure to have the opportunity of proposing the toast , knowing with what enthusiasm it is always received , and how thoroughly the members of the Craft appreciate all he has done forthe welfare and success of the Order . Brethren , " Our M . W . G . M ., H . R . H . the Prince of Wales . "
The foregoing toasts having received full honours , the VV . M . again rose , and said : The next toast I have the honour of proposing is that of " The Pro G . M ., the Earl of Carnarvon , the D . G . M ., the Earl of Lathom , and the rest of the Grand Officers Present and Past . " I am sure that all the brethren feel with me that the Grand Ofiicers of the Craft are at all times ready to do all in their power for the honour of Freemasonry , and I ask you to join with
me in this toast . Bro . Allen , P . M ., in proposing " Ihe Health of the W . M ., " said : Itis with very great pleasure that I have the honour of proposing this toast this evening . From the way in which he lias performed the ceremonies it is evident that he has exerted himself to some considerable extent to make himself as proficient as he has done . I shall not detain you with a long speech , because it is unnecessary , and I feel ,, that you will join with me in
congratulating him on his performance of the ceremonies this evening . Brethren , I give you " - 'The Health of our VV . M . " In returning thanks , the W . M . said : Brethren , it has given me a considerable amount of pleasure to have heard my name so kindly mentioned by our Bro . Allan , P . M ., and to find it so cordially received by all the brethren . When I decided to accept this honourable position . I had some mistrivimrs as to my ability to perform
the duties in as satisfactory a manner as I should wish , but I determined that I would do all in my power to become as efficient as possible , and , if 1 have not come up to the standard of efficiency , I believe , from the kind expressions made tc-night , that 1 have got nearer thc mark than I ever expected to do . Brethren , 1 thank you all . Brethren , the next toast I have the pleasure of proposing is one which is always received with a large amount of
acclamation . It is that of "The Initiates . " As the world progresses so we hope that Freemasonry will always progress ; hut without new members this coulel not be the case . But Freemasonry will never satisfactorily progress unless the initiates , as well as all the other brethren feel and act up to the solemn obligation they have undertaken to observe . Brother initiates , I trust from the attention you have paid to the ceremony that a lasting impression will be made on
your minds , and that you will ever act up to the true principles of Freemasonry . Brethren , 1 give you " The Initiates . " Uros . Herbert and Marlow returned thanks , Bro . Marlow saying : VV . Master and brethren , I have the pleasure with my friend and brother initiate , Bro . Marlow , to acknowledge the exceedingly kind , and to me exceptional , manner in which you have been so good as to propose and receive the toast of the initiates . With regard to
the solemn ceremony to-day—ihe ceremony of initiationthrough which my friend and myself have entered Freemasonry , the recollection of it will last as long as life itself . We have not as yet had much experience in Freemasonry , anditis our regret that wc were not members of the Craft long ago . Gentlemen , we have to thank you again for the cordial and kind manner in which you have received us , and we will do all we can to be a credit to the Craft , to its Charities , and
to the lodge to which vve have the honour to belong . Bro . Marlow remarked that his experiences that evening would make a lasting impression on his mind . He had entered the Craft with a heartfelt desire to tread onward and upward in the path of Masonry , that if he could be of assistance to his brethren it would always be his wish to do so . Had he had any previous idea of what Masonry was he could safely say that he should have been a Mason
years ago ; and he concluded by saying that he would do all in his power to further the interest of the Craft . The Chairman : The next toast I have the pleasurcof proposing is one which I am sure all the brethren of the Phoenix lodge will cordially respond to , it ' s that of " Tlic Visitors . " I am glad to see so many amongst us , and in the name of thc lodge I give them a hearty welcome ,
and trust wc may often see them here again . Many of our visitors this evening stand high in the Craft . Brethren I give you " The Health of the Visitors " anipling with it the names of Bros . Grabham , Dodd , Parsons and Roselnnes . Bro , Giahham said , as the first name coupled with the toast , 1 have first the honour to congratulate you . W . M ., on your occupancy of that chair , and to congratulate the brethren for having elected you to it . They could not have inade a better selection . You and { have worked together in
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a lodge of instruction and I can bear evidence to the way you have performed . It was not my good fortune to be here to see the initiation but I did witness the passing , and you discharged your duties in a way that did credit to yourself and your lodge . The other brethren named having also responded , the Chairman in proposing the toast of " The P . M . 's" said—1 am sure I have to congratulate myself that
we always have so goodly an array of them amongst us , and that they not only attend the festive board , but tbat they are mostly with us in lodge ready to give valuable assistance and advice , without which wc should no doubt soon get out of order . I regret to find that all our P . M . ' s are not with us this evening , but I am sure that there are none awav from any wish of their own ; and ,
whether here or away , I feel conhoent that their hearts are with us in the cause . Brethren , 1 give you "The P . M ' s , " and call upon all that are present to return thanks . Bros . Allen , Vine , Philips , Finch , and Salmon , responded for the Past Masters . The Chairman : The last , but certainly far from the least important toast I have to propose this eveningis that of " The Officers of the Phcenix Loelge , "
, coupling therewith thc Treasurer and Secretary . I am sure no ' Master has ever been more fortunate than I am in having a Treasurer so well able to undertake the financial affairs of a lodge . The Secretary ' s capabilities a ' re so well known that it would be superfluous for me to remark on them , but I wish to thank him for the promptitude he has always shown in the performance of all the duties
devolving upon him . I hope that we may always have in our lodge Wardens as efficient as those we have now , for without such it is almost impossible for the working of the lodge to go on satisfactorily . I thank them and all the other officers for the way in which they have worked their parts this evening , and I trust that there may always be that love and harmony amongst the officers which exists at
the present time . Brethren , "The Officers . " The various officers of the lodge having returned thanks , the VV . M . summoned the Tyler of the lodge , Bro . C . T . Speight , P . M . 27 , Past P . G . Tyler Surrey , who closed the proceedings by proposing the Tyler ' s toast . There was some very good vocal and instrumental music during the evening , the musical brethren being Bros . Wharton , Dutton , Bendall , and Smith .
WELLINGTON LODGE ( No . 54 S ) . —The usual monthly meeting of this lodge took place on Wednesday evening the 13 th instant , under the gavel ot the M . VV . Bro . S . P . Catterson . There was a great muster of the brethren , including the following visitors : Magnus Ohren , P . A . G . D . C . England ; Dr . V . Jagielski , I . P . M . Polish National , 534 ; B . P . Holditch , and II . Cooper , Old
Concord , 172 ; W . Eaton , Southwark , 7 S 9 ; J . Woollacott , Peckham , S 69 ; J . Buckland , Welchpool 99 S ; H . J . Tallantire , Blackheath , 1320 ; and Thomas Nunn , Chislehurst , 1531 . Bro . T . E . Musto was passed to the second degree . W . Fieldson , S . VV ., was duly appointed W . M ., and received the congratulations of the brethren . Bro . J . I . VVest was again elected to the post of Treasurer , and
Bro . Goddard to that of Tyler . After the naming of the brethren for the Audit and Benevolent Fund Committees , one of the most pleasant and enjoyable scenes took place that ever characterised the proceedings of the Wellington Loelge . Bro . E . J . B . Bumstead has been its Secretary for twenty years , and so well has he discharged his duties that it was thought the time had arrived when his valuable
services , his unwearied labours and self-devotion , should receive some recognition . A Committee was formed , a « d , although only members of the lodge were permitted to subscribe , a sum was soon collected large enough to purchase a splendid tea and coffee service . This was accompanied by an address elegantly engrossed by Bro . Nunn , of Ironmonger-lane , and mounted and trained
with much taste and beauty by Bro . Saegartt , who is an old and very much respected P . M . ot the lodge . Bro . Wakefield , P . M ., who preceded Bro . Bumstead in the chair over twenty years ago , addressed the brethren at some length , tracing the history of the lodge and detailing the labours of the Secretary , . who through eood and ill report had worked steadily on with the result
they now saw—of being a strong , healthy and happy family . The brethren were taken by surprise b y Bro . Wakefield ' s speech , which though homely , was to the purpose and from the heart . The W . M . made the presentation in a very kind and fitting speech . Bro . Bumstead was evidently overcome , and his manner and the tone of his voice conveyed more than any words could do . The whole
of the proceedings were marked by deep earnestness and a sincere desire to pay honour to a brother who deserved it so well of the lodge A banqilet followed , which did credit to the catering of Bro . Morgan , and the brethren enjoyed a few hours together in social intercourse . Many speeches were made , Bro . Magnus Ohren responding for " Grand Ofiicers , " and
Bro . Jagielski for "The Visitors . " The last named brother spoke very eloquentl y and met with a very cordial reception . The meeting will he remembered as a pleasant one , for never were brethren more united in giving honour to whom honour was due , and never was a testimonial more worthily bestowed .
THE GREAT CITY LODGE ( No . 1426 ) . — The monthly meeting of this lodge was held on Saturday evening , the ioth inst ., at the Cannon-street Hotel , and was but very thinly attended , particularly accounted for by the unfavourable state of the weather . There were present Bros . Charles Taylor , VV . M . ; Hamer , P . M . ( pro tern ) , S . VV . ; Keeble , J . W . ; Headon , P . M ., Treas , ; Blackie ,
P . M ., Sec ; Baber , S . D . ; Potter , I . G . ; Jenkins , Org . ; Skinner , Steward ; and Potter , Tyler . The only visitors were Bros . Crombie , 1567 , and Randall , 145 . The minutes of the November lodge having been read and confirmed , Bros . John William Benn and Paul J . Metz were respectively passed to the Degree of F . C . Bro . J . K . Gwyn was afterwards raised to the Degree of
M . M . Ihe lodge then proceeded to consider the case of the wife of a member of the lodge , which was most deserving of their practical sympathy . The brother in question had been in partnership with another gentleman in ihe city , and , apparently , carrying on a tolerably
successful business , until suddenly his reason gave way , and , unfortunately , he is now a hopeless lunatic in Colney Hatch Asylum . Thc lodge having considered the case , on the motion of a brother , a liberal sum was voted to the wife from the benevolent fund of the lodge , and a petition has been prepared to be presented to the Board of Benevolence on her behalf on a convenient opportunity . There , is
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another incident of a rather peculiar nature in reference to this case , from which it appeared that previous to the marriage of this brother and his wife , in Paris , a marriage settlement took place , and a sum of money for the wife ' s use and benefit was invested in thc Funds in . Paris , but according to the French law this money can only be obtained by her on her becoming a widow . This was considered by the lodge to be a great hardship , as this woman is now
entirely deprived of tbe aid of her husband , and the money she requires for her support cannot , by a fiction of the law , be obtained until she is a widow , and there is a possibility of her being survived by her unfortunate husband . Another case was brought before the lodge , of one of its members having dropped down dead , leaving a widow and a son and daughter . This case will have to be considered at the next meeting of the lodge . There being no other business , the lodge was closed .
FARRINGDON WITHOUT LODGE ( No . 1745 ) . —The regular meeting of this lodge was held at the Viaduct Hotel , E . G ., on thc 28 th ult . Bro . H . J . Lardner , W . M ., presided , and was supported by Bros . Strugwell , S . W ., and Williams , J . W . The other members and visitors present were as follows : R . W . Bro . General John Studholme Brownrigg , C . B ., P . G . M . Surrey ; Bros . E .
M . Lott , W . M . 1929 , P . P . G . J . W . Jersey , P . P . G . O . Surrey , P . AI . 245 and 17 ( 55 ; J . F . Van Raalte , P . M . 917 ; G . S . Elliott , P . M . 1623 ; Pieter Becker Caarteu , P > . W . 115 S ; J . King , S . D . 1929 ; VV . Martin , 495 ; E . S . Lardner , 101 ; VV . E . Davis , S . W . Oig ; E . Mallett , P . M . 141 ; F . Blake , W . M . 945 ; T . McButt , S . VV . 1623 ; E . Roberts , Org . 1623 ; R . Greenwood , VV . S . 1623 ; G .
Gult , 27 ; U I ' . Goodenough , S . D . ; P . Simpson , J . D . ; H . B . Marshall , I . G . ; Jackson , P . M . ; T . C . Walls , P . M . ; Ramsey , P . M .,-Treas . ; H . A . Dubois , P . M . ; E . Hart , Org . ; F . E . Longley , J . Young , A . Wildash , C . Potter , and E . Falke . The minutes of the previous lodge having been read and confirmed , a successful ballot was taken for Messrs . Cobb
and Hablett , and these candidates , together with Mr . VV . J . Almond , who had been previously balloted for , were duly initiated , the W . M . delivering the charges most effectively . The W . M . stated his intention of representing the lodge at the forthcoming festivals , and said he would be glad to have the support of the brethren . He had been informed that Bro . Marshall , I . G ., would again like to act as a Steward to
all the Chanties for the coming year , and proposed that the generous offer of their much respected brother be accepted , and that the same take the form of a vote of thanks , to be entered on the minutes . Bro . Marshall modestly replied that what he had done , and what he did , was a labour of love to him ; and he thanked the lodge for its continued fraternal good feeling towards him .
Lodge was then closed , and the brethren adjourned to banquet . Grace having been said , the VV . M . gave " The Queen and the Craft , " also "The M . W . G . M ., " to each of which the brethren heartily responded . The next toast proposed was that of "The Pro G . M ., the D . G . M ., and the Grand Lodge Officers , Present and Past , " and coupled with those exalted brethren the name of their distinguished
visitor , Bro . Gen . Brownrigg , Prov . G . M . Surrey , for whose presence that evening he felt highly honoured ' . The services of their eminent brother were of long standing , and the province of Surrey , under his able guidance , had been most successful . He trusted the day would be far distant when another Grand Master would have to be appointed for the province . Bro . Gen . Brownrisru . on risinc to
respond , was received with marked approbation . He said it was some twenty-five years ago since he was first called upon to return thanks for the Grand Officers . Since then he had frequentl y done so , and he could assure them their Grand Officers highly appeciated these repeated acknowledgments . He thanked them very much lor the fraternal reception given him . It had been a source of pleasure to
visit their lodge and find the working so very good ; it seemed to be thoroughly prosperous . He hoped the great influx of late years to the Craft would prove beneficial . In his own province Freemasonry had been very successful . He trusted the brethren would be cautions as to whom they admitted , as among the large numbers seeking admission there would be some doubtful ones .
He was pleased to see the intelligence and zeal that some of their younger brethren were displaying , more especially to the Charities ; the increased numbers to the Craft must necessarily bring corresponding liabilities , but of that they need not fear while such large-hearted brethren like their W . M . and Bro . Marshall remained among them . He thanked them very much for the generous reception of the
Grand Oilicers' toast . The I . P . M ., Bro . Walls , next proposed "The VV . M ., " and excused himself from saying more than that their VV . M . was all that they could desire , and it was gratifying to them to hear their VV . M . spoken of in such excellent terms by the P . G . M . of Surrey ; he therefore hoped the hrethren would bear the same testimony . Bro . Lardner , in response , thanked all
present for their " Hearty good Wishes " towards him , and was glad to find that tbe Farringdon Without Lodge had given so much pleasure . He should endeavour at all times whilst their VV . M . to maintain the honour of the lodge and good wishes of its members , and whatever Masonic duties he might be called upon to perform he would discharge them to the best of bis ability . The P . M . next was
responded to by Bros . Walls , Jackson and Dubois . " The Initiates" next received full acknowledgment , each of whom returned thanks . The-VV . M . then proposed "The Visitors , " mentioning them individually , coupling with this toast the name of P . M . Lott . Bro . Lott returned thanks , as he said for the want of suitable words for the occasion , by playing a selection on the piano . The following
visitors also returned thanks , Bros . Van Raalte , P . M ., G . S . Elliott , P . M ., and others . "The Ofiicers" came next , Bros . Ramsay . P . M ,, Treas . ; Jackson , P . M ., Sec ; the S . W ., J . W ., and Deacons replying . Songs by Bro . Egbert Roberts , McButt and Walls , and some select music on thc piano by Bro . Professor Lott were given during the evening , and the Tyler's toast closed the proceedings .
CREATON LODGE ( No . 1791 ) . —A well-attended meeting . 01 this lodge was held on Thursday week , the Sth inst ., at Freemasons' Hall , Great Queen-street , the following brethren among others being present : Bros . Jno . Williams , VV . M . ; Josh . Neilson , S . VV . ; E . Thurkle , P . M ., Treas . ; J . Ion Cantle , P . M ., Sec ; VV . Carrington , S . D . ; R . G . Shute , J . D . ; W Ferguson , acting D . ot C . j W . Williams , I . G . ; R . H . Rogers and T . T . Matthews , Stewards ; Col . John Creaton , Grand Treasurer , P . M . ;