Consecration Of The St. Pancras Chapter, No. 2271.

had done him and the companions of the chapter the great honour of assisting him in the ceremony . He was sure they would all agree with him that the ceremony of installing the two Principals , H . and J ., had never been more effectively performed than by General Grassland Hay . He had also had great assistance from Comp . Brownrigg and Comp . Keyser . He had never heard the Scripture passages read more effectively . He was sure

they all regretted the absence of Comp . Frank Richardson , but his place as D . C could not have been better filled than b y Comp . Matier . He would now propose " The Health of the M . E . Z ., Comp . Scurrah , " and he most heartily congratulated the companions of the chapter on having for their First Principal one who was so capable in every way to conduct its proceedings during the lirst and most critical period of its existence . They all

knew that Comp . Scurrah was an accomplished Mason , and had been connected with more than one chapter . He ( Comp . Letchworth ) had been connected with him on more than one Board in the Craft , and he knew the sort of man and Mason he was . While congratulating the companions on having him to rule over them , he wished him and the companions the greatest happiness and prosperity in the chapter .

Comp . SCURRAH said that , in thanking Comp . Letchworth for his kind and flattering remarks about him personally , it was a great pleasure to him to be in the first chair of the St . Pancras Chapter , which , he was sure , would become one of the best under the English Constitution . He could not help thinking of the past , when the St . Pancras Lodge was consecrated , and Sir Robert Fowler was installed as its first Master . Little did he think on that

occasion that Sir Robert would be so soon called to the Grand Lodge above , but they knew not from one day to another what would befall any ~ of them . No better man or Mason could be found than the first Master of the St . Pancras Lodge , and they had lost a true friend and citizen and brother by his death . And then , unfortunately , they lost the Consecrating Officer , Col . Shadwell Clerke , who was the Grand

Secretary for several years and who had endeared himself to every Mason wherever he went , and who wore a cheerful face , was most genial , kindly and courteous . They had then a most enjoyable day and the ceremonies were conducted in a most masterly manner . From that day the lodge had progressed ; he could not say they had made a Mark lodge but they had made a Masonic lodge in every sense , inasmuch as there had not been a

single gentleman initiated in it whom they would like to see out of the lodge . They had not had many initiates , but those they had made were good Masons . He should always remember the remarks of Col . Shadwell Clerke when he advised them not to be in haste to make initiates but to be careful that they were men whom they would look up to and respect . They had carried out that injunction , and it was a great success . With regard to

the chapter , he had by some unfortunate circumstance been placed at its head . It was some two years ago—before Sir Robert Fowler ' s deathdecided that Sir R . Fowler should be the first M . E . Z . Through his death it was delayed 12 months . It was then decided that Dr . Powdrell should be the M . E . Z ., but before they could carry out their intention Dr . Powdrell died . Then there was further delay , but ultimately they petitioned , and he was chosen for M . E . Z . He could assure the companions that he would do

all he possibly could for the prosperity of the chapter . He would endeavour lo do his work to the best of his ability , and try to prove as he had in the lodge that the companions' confidence in him had not been misplaced . He then proposed " Major-General Grassland Hay , " and said he had never attended an installation where he had seen the installation of H . and J . so beautifully performed . The impressiveness of the deliver ) ' was the great charm , but General Hay was always word-perfect .

Comp . Gen . CROSSLANH-HAY , in reply , said that he was asked by the G . S . E . —when , he might say , the G . S . E . allowed him the privilege of taking part in the ceremony—he , of course , made up his mind to do it to the best of his ability , because he thought whatever was worth doing at all was worth doing well , for no one ought to do anything unless he could do it fairl y well . He had tried to do it so , but he was not prepared for the compliment , not

only the M . E . Z ., but Comp . Letchworth had paid him . It had given him great pleasure to be present and to take part in the ceremony , and anything he had done which could add to its effectiveness had been to him a pleasure and a labour of love . It would be very pleasing to him to visit the chapter on a future occasion , and he wished it every success . The toast of " The Visitors " was next given by the M . E . Z .

Comp . GEO . EVERETT , P . G . Treas ., in response , said it was always a pleasure to him to attend so important and interesting a function as that of the consecration of a new chapter , and that pleasure was much enhanced b y the fact that a friend and fellow-worker in one of their Institutions ( viz ., the Boys' School ) , was the chief actor in the day ' s proceedings . The

chapter had been brought into existence under most favourable auspices , and with such a capable and zealous Mason as Bro . Scurrah as its lirst M . E . Z ., it was certain to be a success . He was glad to be present at its birth , and to witness the delightful manner in which the ceremony had been performed . 1 'hcy had spent a very pleasant evening , and felt greatly indebted to the founders for their liberality and kindness .

Comps . W . F . SMITHSON , j . E . LE FEUVRE , and A . S . SPAULL also responded . Comp . KEYSER replied for " The Masonic Charities . " Comps . LONGMAN and GRAHAM replied for " The Officers . " The other toasts having been proposed and responded to , the companions separated . The whole evening was most enjoyable , and every effort was made b y the companions of the chapter to ensure the success of the proceedings .

Annual Assembly Of The Grand Imperial Conclave Of The Red Cross.

ANNUAL ASSEMBLY OF THE GRAND IMPERIAL CONCLAVE OF THE RED CROSS .

x he annual assembly of the Grand Imperial Conclave was held at Mark Masons' Hall , Great Queen-street , on Monday , the ( 5 th instant . The Earl ol Euston , M . 111 . G . Sovereign , presided , and was supported by Sir Knts . Baron de Ferrieres , G . V . ; C . H . Driver , G . J . G . ; Viscount Dungarvan , { - ° I . A . B . Cook , Rev . S . Maude , G . H . P . ; Rev . A . W . Oxford , G . H . P . ; C . F . Hogard , G . Treas . ; H . H . Shirley , G . H . A . ; C . F . Matier , G . Rec . ; H .. 1 .

U ¦ w' ' i C K . Keyser . G . A . ; A . Bateman , G . Orator ; H . C . Heard , W . M . B ywater , and C . Chauffourier , G . Senators ; Capt . T . C . Walls , P . G . p " -i G -Powell , P . G . Sen . Gen . ; Geo . Mickley , P . G . J . Gen . ; Jas . Moon , '•G . b . B . ; G . R . Cobham , G . V . C ; J . Read , T . Graham Robinson , Nelson •rower , J . J . Nicholson , W . H . Hay , Frank Richardson , J . Pierrott , G . Phillips , R . J- 'owes , R . C . Fillingham , Theodore E . Worlledge , W . C . S . Burncy , P . G . T . Kent J and W . W . Lee .

Annual Assembly Of The Grand Imperial Conclave Of The Red Cross.

The Grand Conclave was opened in Imperial form , with solemn prayer , and the minutes read and confirmed . The annual report of the Executive Committee was read by the Grand Recorder , and , on the proposition of Sir Knight F . RICHARDSON , it was received and adopted . Sir Kni ght Col . A . B . COOK proposed the re-election of the Earl of Euston as M . I . G . Sovereign , observing that during the short period he had held that position he had done what he could for the Order , as he had for ever ) ' Degree with which he was connected .

Sir Knight C . V . HOGARD seconded the nomination , which was unanimously agreed to , and the Earl ol Euston was proclaimed by the G . Herald . The Earl of EI ' STON , in returning thanks for his re-election , said that if there was anything he could do for the advancement of the Order , he would readily do it , or if any sir knight from the provinces thought he could assist them by his presence , if they would give him timely notice of their meetings he would endeavour to attend .

On the proposition of Baron de FERRIERES , Viscount Dungarvan was elected Grand Viceroy , and , having been invested , he was duly proc l aimed . Sir Knight C . V . Hogard was unanimousl y re-elected as G . Treasurer . The Most Illustrious Grand Sovereign then appointed the following members of Grand Council : Sir Knights Frank Richardson , G . Sen .

General ; Col . A . B . Cook , G . Jun . General ; Rev . A . W . Oxford and Rev . S . Maude , G . High Prelates ; H . H . Shirley , G . High Chan . ; Charles F . Hogard , G . Treasurer ; C . F . Matier , G . Recorder ; C . E . Keyser , G . High Almoner ; R . Berridge , G . Chamberlain ; A . H . Bateman , G . Architect ; F . Graves , G . Marshal ; H . C . Heard , G . Orator ; and G . R . Cobham , G . Historiographer .

Grand Senate : Sir Knights J . A . Gartley , G . Preceptor ; A . R . Carter , G . Examiner ; C . H . Chauffourier , G . Prefect ; Rev . R . C . Fillingham , G . Sub-Prelate ; Nelson Prower , G . Vice-Chancellor ; and Alex . Howell , G . Asst . Recorder .

I he following were elected Grand Senators , and appointed to office : Sir Knights W . V . Robinson , G . Sub-Almoner ; T . Le Seeleur , G . Inspr . of Regalia ; W . Lake and J . H . Thompson , G . Std . Bearers ; H . Roberts , G . S . B . ; J . D . Murray , G . Organist ; W . M . Bywater , G . Precentor ; S . J . Brice , G . Vice-Chancellor ; G . Dalrymple , G . Asst . Marshal ; Valentine Brown and W . J . Nicholls , G . Heralds ; and H . P . Hay , G . D . of C .

The G . Sovereign nominated Sir Knight Baron dc Ferrieres as President , and Sir Knight } . Lewis Thomas as a member of the Executive Committee . Sir Knights C . H . Driver , J . Mason , Capt . T . C . Walls , W . G . Lemon , and G . Powell were elected members of the Executive Council , and Sir Knights C . F . Hogard , R . Berridge , and J . Moon were elected members of the G . High Almoner ' s Committee .

Sir Knight J . Gilbert was re-elected G . Sentinel , and the sum of 10 guineas was voted to the R . M . I . for Girls , at the Festival of which the Earl of Euston will preside . On the proposition of Sir Kni g ht BATEMAN , a vote of thanks was accorded Sir Knight Baron de Ferrieres for stepping into the breach last year , and accepting the office of Viceroy when the Order required assistance .

Ihe G . Conclave was closed , and a Commandery of St . John the Evangelist was held , at which the Orders of K . H . S . and St . John ' were conferred upon Sir Knight Theodore E . Worlledge . Theceremony was very ablyand impressively rendered by Sir Knights II . H . Shirley , H . J . Lardner , Capt . T . C . Walls , and G . Bateman . A banquet was afterwards held , at which the Earl of Euston , Most 111 . G . Sow , presided .

"The Queen and Christian Masonry " was the lirst toast honoured . Baron de FERRIERES , P . G . V ., submitted " The Most Illustrious Grand Sovereign , " and said they felt not only highly Haltered , but very gratified to have him ruling over them , because the Earl of Euston was one who thoroughly performed his duty . They regarded him not only as a genial gentleman , but also as a good Mason , and therefore they ought to be gratified at having him to rule over them .

Ihe Earl of EUSTON , Most III . G . Sov ., in reply , thanked them for their kindness . The Council had helped him to rule over them , and if they would only go on and work together , whatever their rank , they would be a very happy , prosperous , and successful Fraternity . This was an Order he should like to see increased , if possible , but many things were declining in

value , and people were not so inclined to go in for other Degrees . He was sure that if any sir knights who belonged to the provinces had a chance they would do their best for the Order , and , by a larger number of recruits , make it more prosperous than it was at the present moment . If any help was wanted from him , if he received notice , he should be pleased to attend and help in every way .

" Ihe Grand Viceroy" was next given by the M . I . G . SOVEREIGN , who referred to Viscount Dungarvan as taking a deep interest in other Degrees , and as the Grand Viceroy he would do good service for that Order . Sir Knight Viscount DUNGARVAN , G . Viceroy , in response , said there was no one more aware of the responsibilities of his present position than himself , and as that was the first time he had had the honour of being Grand

Viceroy , he could only say he would endeavour b y following the example of his illustrious predecessor to try to uphold the dignity of his office . Sir Knight F . RICHARDSON , G . Sen . General , acknowledged " The Grand Officers , " and said he esteemed most highly the honour conferred upon him . The Grand Officers would do their utmost , not only to increase the Order , but to promote its further prosperity .

In proposing " The Health of Sir Kni ghts H . H . Shirley , Capt . T . C . Walls , H . J . Lardner , and A . Bateman , " the M . I . G . SOVEREIGN , congratulated them on their working , and expressed the hope they would long remain to be an honour to the Degree . Personall y , he had been very much interested , and thought the work was perfectly done . Sir Knight H . H . SHIRLEY , G . High Chancellor , in response , said he took the very greatest interest in every kind of Masonry . He had exerted

himself in every way to perfect himself in that Degree , but whatever exertions he had put forward , the working of the ceremony would have been of no avail unless he had been assisted by Capt . Walls , who had rendered him most valuable service . Sir Kni g ht Lardner was thoroughly perfect in every detail and rendered the traditional oration in a splendid manner . He could not forget the services of Sir Kni ght Bateman , to whom they owed a great deal for bringing the necessary paraphernalia . He hoped they would all long survive to be of some service to that Order .

Sir Knight T . C . WALLS , P . G . General , said he was only the "walking gentleman " of the piece for they owed a great deal to Sir Kni ght Shirley , who invited them once a year to rehearse the ceremonies of the Red Cross . They were fortunate in securing the services of Sir Knight Lardner . He ( Sir Knight Walls ) had endeavoured to make the Premier Conclave succesful having introduced 25 since he had been a member , and the St .