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present havmg been cordially accepted and there being no further Masonic business the Iodge was closed in due form and adjourned . After the banquet the usual loyal and Masonic toasts were cordially given and received . Bro . Pierrepoint , I . P . M ., proposed "The Health of the VV . M ., " and said it was his privilege to submit this important toast which was always received with all the good feeling that one
brother could possibly receive from another . This was the last time that he should have the pleasure of performing this interesting duty , for after that night he should have to retire to the quiet benches lower down the table . 1 heir VV . M . had been one of fortune ' s favoured children , for he had , under circumstances over which he had no control , presided over that lodg- during the centenary year . Bro . Price had carried out his important duties to the
satisfaction of the members and the credit of the lodge . He ( the I . P . M . ) asked the brethren to drink to the health of the W . M . and wish him long life to be amongst them . Bro . H . N . Price , W . M ., returned thanks for the kind manner in which the toast had been given and received . The I . P . M . had told them that that was the last occasion on which he should propose this toast , and also reminded him that that was the last occasion on which he should
preside over them . The past year had been an important and eventful one , but everything had heen carried out successfully , chiefly owing to the hearty support given him by the members . He wished to sincerely thank them forthe kind assistance accorded him , and assured them that the important events of the past year will make a lasting impression on his mind . He wished to specially thank the Past Masters who had been always ready to
assist him with their advice when he required it . The toast of "The Initiate" having been given and responded to , the W . M . in warm terms proposed "The Visitors , " to whom he offered a hearty welcome . Bro . F . Seager Hunt , M . P ., W . M . 2030 , said that although it was a pleasure to be asked to return thanks for the visitors , yet it was not without a certain amount of regret that he found himself brought forward , inasmuch as
he saw around him many brethren more distinguished in the Masonic world , and who had done greater service to the Craft . In fact , he saw standing as one of the visitors , a brother who is the W . M . of one of his own lodges , and who has shown a laudable desire to work hard for Masonry . The visitors tendered their most sincere thanks for the kind and generous hospitality that had been shown them , but they had experienced a greater pleasure , and that was
from the very able and impressive working in the lodge . Their newly-initiated brother might fancy that he was enveloped in a mass of mystery , but when he understood the addresses he had heard , then would he see that in those addresses are found lessons that have improved the minds of men . He again tendered his thanks for the kindness with which he had been received , and trusted that the Domatic Lodge , which was now in its 100 th year , would
continue to inculcate the doctrines and enlarge the circle of Freemasonry . Bro . Silmer responded for the toast of "The W . M . Elect , " and said that although he had a difficult tast to perform , if the members would give him their sympathy and support he thought he should be able to maintain the prestige of their grand old lodge .
Bro . Everett , P . M ., Treas ., replied for "The Treasurer and Secretary , " and Bro . Kent , P . M ., for "The Past Masters , " after which "The Officers" having been duly given and responded to , the Tyler ' s toast closed the proceedings . Duuring the evening some excellent music was rendered , but special mention must be made of Bro . Packer , whose melodious voice delighted and pleased the brethren .
ELEANOR LODGE ( No . 1707 ) . —The installation meeting of this lodge was held at the Great Eastern Hotel on Thursday , the 2 nd inst . Bro . John Webb , W . M ., presided . There were three candidates for initiation , and two brethren for raising . Bro . J . H . Thompson , P . M ., acting as Installing Master , performed the ceremony of installation in a most impressive and efficient manner , Bro .
James Terry presenting Bro . A . Money , W . M . elect , who then proceeded to invest his officers . The business of the lodge being ended , the brethren adjourned to a beautifully and well provisioned banquet , which was well attended . Among the visitors present were Bros . Clements , James Terry , Garrod , Carr , and Sparrow . After the usual Masonic toasts , which were most heartily given , and well received ,
Bro . Jas . Terry , responding tor " Ihe mantles" in a vigorous speech , commended the especial attention of the brethren to the anniversary festival in February , as it would not only be the Jubilee of her Most gracious Majesty the Queen , but that there very few vacancies to fill and a very large number of applicants . He more especially desired the new initiates , Messrs . VVilliam Kelly and Dubois , to give their consideration to such noble Charities , especially
for the "Aged , " interspersing his remarks with some very pleasing anecdotes , particularly remarking also that he knew the Charities would never suffer when such brethren as Bro . A . Money , W . M ., acted as Steward , and he earnestly hoped his energies would be well rewarded in taking up as good a list , if not even better than he did for the Boys ,
thanking the lodge for its generous past , and asking for the hearty co-operation of every brother in the future . The musical arrangements were well carried out , and the pleasures of the evening increased by good songs , sung in an efficient manner by Bros . Thompson , Webb , Money , Richards , W . F . Bull , Murray , and others .
ST . LEONARD LODGE ( No . 1766 ) . —The installation of this lodge took place on VVednesday , the Sth inst ., at the Town Hall , Shoreditch . Bro . Enoch Walker , W . M .. occupied the chair , and was supported by Bros . F . Matthews , S . W . j R . Drysdale , J . W . j W . H . Brand , P . M . i 524 , Treas . j J . Cox , Sec . j H . J . Thrower , S . D . j L . Harrison , D . C . j G . Young , Org . j W . Beasley , I . G . j J . Grffiths , A . W . S . ; E . Benjamin , P . M . ; G . T . Barr ,
P . M . j L . Stean , P . M .,- C . F . Barham , P . M . j J . A . Jones , P . M . j A . A . Clement , P . M . j J . Funston , P . M . j W . Clarke , P . G . Purst . j and a large number of members . Amongst the visitors were Bros . W . H . Lee , Prov . A . G . Sec . Middx . j S . A . East , 1524 j E . Smith , P . M . 1336 , P . P . J . G . W . North Wales and Salop j C . W . Vine , 1046 ; P . Richardson , D . C . 860 j G . Andrews , 1420 j | W . Walden , 4 UJ F . Horner , P . M . 315 H . Povey , P . M . 22 j F . W .
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Knight , 860 ; F . Brien , P . M . 1076 J A . R . Trew , S . W . 959 i J . A . Robson , P . M . 1445 ; H . Salter , S . D . S 61 ; C . VV . Cox , P . M . 1560 ; J . Smith , P . M . ' 93 J VV . H . Baker , W . M . 1446 ; R . A . Germaine , Org . 2032 J H . Baker , J . W . 2030 j L . Walker , S . W . 22 ; J . Smithers , S . D . 1 S 3 ; W . Musti , P . M . 1340 ; and VV . VV . Lee , 1897 . The lodge having been formally opened , the minutes of the last regular emergency meetings were read and
confirmed , and the report of the Audit Committee received and adopted . Ballot was then successfully taken in favour of Messrs . A . Goldstein and J . Mordecai , as candidates for initiation . Bro . Robert Drysdale was then presented as VV . M . elect , and was duly installed into the chair of K . S . according to ancient custom . The newly-installed W . M . then appointed and invested his officers as follows : Bros . F . Matthews , S . VV . ; J . Cox , J . W . j W . H . Brand ,
P . M . 1524 , Treas . ; C . F . Barham , P . M ., Sec . j H . J . Thrower , S . D . j L . A . Harrison , J . D . j J . VV . Griffiths , D . C . j VV . Beasley , l . G . j G . C . Young , Org .,- H . J . Scott and S . Batchelor , Stwds . j and Verry , Tyler . The usual addresses were then delivered by the Installing Master , Bro . Enoch Walker , I . P . M . Bro . R . Drysdale , W . M ., then rose and said he had a very pleasing duty to perform , which was to present the I . P . M . with a jewel
voted by the lodge . He asked Bro . Walker to regard that jewel as a mark of the esteem in which he is held by the members , and expressed a wish that he might be spared for many years to wear it . Bro . E . Walker , I . P . M ., briefly tendered his thanks for the gift , observing that he had carried out his duties during his year to the best of his ability . It was then proposed by Bro . Brand , Treas ., and unanimously resolved , that a jewel should be presented to
Bro . J . Cox , as a slight recognition of the valuable services rendered by him as Secretary since the formation of the lodge . Bro . Cox having returned thanks and propositions having been received , the lodge was closed in due form , and the brethren adjourned to banquet . The usual toasts were subsequently duly honoured , "The Queen and the Craft , " and " H . R . H . the Prince of Wales , M . W . G . M ., " being received with the customary cordiality .
ln proposing " The Grand Officers , " the Worshipful Master expressed the pleasure it afforded him to see amongst them a distinguished Past Grand Officer , Bro . VV . Clarke , P . G . Purst ., who was a member of the lodge and whose name he coupled with the toast . Bro . W . Clarke , P . G . Purst ., in reply , said the Grand Officers were indebted to the W . M . forthe manner in which he had introduced the toast , and to the brethren for the
hearty reception accorded it . With reference to the R . W . Bro . the Earl of Carnarvon , the brethren who had the privilege of attending the last meeting of Grand Lodge could not but be struck with the beautiful manner in which that distinguished brother ruled over the proceedings , especially when a question of importance was under discussion . As they were aware , the question of whether or not the brethren should wear their collars out of the lodge was
brought forward , but he was pleased to say it was rejected by 211 to 210 . There were also at the head of the Craft the R . VV . Bro . the Earl of Lathom , whowas a hard working Mason , who came amongst them whenever he had the opportunity . The Grand Officers always endeavoured to do whatever they considered would uphold the prestige of the Craft , and he hoped that the same spirit that had hitherto been displayed at Grand Lodge meetings would still exist
when the election of Grand Treasurer took place . He was of opinion that no brother should hold an office in Grand Lodge for a longer period than 12 months . It was personally a very pleasing task to respond to this toast , for when he looked back upon the night when the lodge was consecrated , it was with feelings of gratification to see the progress that had been made . He thanked one and all for the cordial reception given him as an humble representative
of Grand Lodge . " The Worshipful Master " was given by Bro . Walker , I . P . M ., who said it was a very pleasing duty that had devolved upon him to propose this toast . That was the ninth occasion on which they had met to congratulate a W . M . on his reaching that office , and he considered the present meeting had been a very successful one , for they had placed one in the chair who would fufil the duties with
honour to himself and credit to the lodge . Bro . Drysdale was initiated in that lodge and had worked industriously through the various offices , until he had arrived at his present proud position . He ( Bro . Walker ) had visited many foreign lodges , where the brother in the chair was designated as "le vcneVable , " and he considered tbat appellation might very well apply to their W . M ., not only from his personal appearance , but because he undoubtedly
possessed the wisdom of a sage . He heartily wished him a happy year of office . Bro . Robert Drysdale , W . M ., returned thanks for the kind manner in which his health had been proposed and received . The word venerable had been used in reference to him , and he could only say that he felt and knew the
term to be applicable , and he asked for the sympathies of the brethren on that account during his year of office . It was not possible for him to have as retentive a memory as a younger brother , and he therefore relied upon the assistance and support of the officers and members . He assured them that he would faithfully do his utmost to carry out the working of the lodge in a satisfactory and creditable
manner . Bro . Enoch Walker , I . P . M ., in response for the toast of " The Installing Master , " thanked the W . M . and brethren for the heartiness displayed , and said that during his year he had carried out his duties to the best of his ability . He considered it the duty of every Mason to perform the work of any ofiice to which he might be appointed as well as his abilities and strength would allow . He was always
pleased to see the brother who occupied the chair perform all the duties pertaining to the chair in a satisfactory manner , and it was encouragement to young Masons to see the work well done . He had satisfied his conscience and had installed his successor in as creditable a manner as he could . He had had a prosperous year , and had initiated a considerable number of brethren . He thanked them one and all for the support given him whilst he
occupied the chair , and which had enabled the proceedings to be gone through in a satisfactory manner , and svhich he hoped would always be the case in the future . Bro . L . Stean , P . M ., replied for " The Past Masters , " and expressed the pleasure it afforded him to respond for that toast . It was now ei g ht years since the lodge was consecrated , when he was installed as the lirst W . i \ l ., and he was , therefore , as had been remarked , the father of the
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lodge . The progress of the St . Leonard Lodge had passed his expectations , for they had done a great deal for the Masonic Charities and in other ways . They had been successful in many things , but there was yet still a great deal to do . He hoped they would havea Benevolent Fund ready to support and assist any deserving case that came under their notice , and he asked the brethren to assist in that object , and make Freemasonry what it should be—a
universal Society for the relief , support , and assistance of those who were in need . Bro . VV . H . Lee , Prov . Asst . G . Sec . Middx ., responded for "The Visitors , " and said it had been a source of great pleasure to him to have the privilege of being present that evening to witness the progress the lodge had made during the last eight years . He attributed that progress to the able body of Past Masters , and if he might mention
one brother in particular , he would allude to Hro . Stean , P . M ., who was about the oldest Past Master in the Metropolis . It was always a pleasure to see the I . P . M . perform the installation ceremony , and he congratulated Bro . Walker on the manner he had carried it out on that occasion . He wished the VV . M . a successful year of office , and continued prosperity to the lodge . Bro . VV . H . Brand , P . M . 1524 , Treasureron behalf of
, " The Treasurer and Secretary , " said that although newl y appointed , ihe was not a stranger to the lodge or its duties . He had been a joining member since the consecration , and regarded his appointment as Treasurer as an honour . He was well acquainted with the duties , having acted in a similar capacity in his mother lodge . He would do his duty , and hoped to have a most favourable balance sheet
for presentation at the next installation meeting . Bro . Barham , Secretary , also replied . " The Officers" having been given , the Tyler ' s toast brought the proceedings to a close . A good musical programme was carried out under the direction of Bro . W . H . Baker , assisted by Arthur Weston , Henry Baker , and H . J . Dutton .
GALLERY LODGE ( No . 1928 ) . —This lodge which has made very steady , but not too rapid progress , and which now numbers sixty members , held its installation meeting , on Saturday last , at the Brixton Hall , Acre-lane , when its sixth W . Master was installed . Bro . Charles F . Pardon , W . M . opened the lodge at 3 o ' clock for the transaction of ordinary business which occupied the better part of two hours , when the lodge was called off for a short
times , re-assembling at 5 o'clock , for what was preeminently the business of the day . During the first period , after the minutes of the last meeting had been read and confirmed , the reports of the audit Committee and of the General Committee were received , and these proved that the affairs of the lodge are in a hi g hly prosperous condition ' and showed also that they are a wisely charitable body j for out of the general lodge funds they have , during the year ,
made a handsome grant to the Masonic Benevolent Institution , and from a Benevolent Fund which they have prudently formed to provide for the " rainy day " which may possibly come upon any of their own members , they have also made a handsome grant to the widow of a deceased brother . The other item of business during the first period of the meeting was the raising of Bro . James , the ceremony being performed by Bro . Pardon , W . M .,
with the efficiency which he always exhibits . Upon the resumption of the lodge at 5 o'clock , the chair was taken by Bro . Massey , P . M . and Treas . of the lodge , who performed the ceremony of installing Bro . W . O . Goldsmith , the S . W . during the past year , into the chair of K . S ., a ceremony which he performed with the ability and good taste which always characterise his Masonic work . There were about twenty brethren present at the
Board of Installed Masters . Bro . Goldsmith , W . M ., having first installed Bro . Pardon with the collar of the I . P . M ., proceeded to invest his other officers as follows : Bro . John Duckworth , S . W .: Bros . Dr . Griffith , J . W . ; H . Massey , P . M ., Treas . j Albery , Sec . j Herbert Wright , S . D . j Perkins , J . D . ; Hancock , I . G ., being absent on account of illness . Bro . H . Bussey , P . M . received his collar pro tern ; Bros . Thomas was invested M . C . ;
Peacock , W . S . ; Basil Cook , Asst . W . S , ; Peachy , Org . ; and Very , Tyler . The customary address to the W . M . and the Wardens were then delivered by Bro . Massey , the address to the other brethren of the lodge being given by Bro . Pardon , I . P . M . The W . M ., then in the name of the lodge , presented to Bro . Pardon a handsome P . M . ' s jewel in token of the appreciation by the brethren of the highly efficient manner
in which he had performed the duties attaching to the chair during his year of office , and in pinning it on his breast expressed the hope that he would live many years to wear it , and that it would be very frequently seen in the Gallery Lodge . Bro Pardon in making his acknowledgements for this mark of their goodwill , thanked the officers and brethren for the generous way in which they had seconded his efforts
during his year of office , and expressed the hope that the lodge would never fall below the high state ot efficiency which it now held . The VV . M . said he had now another pleasant duly to perform . The brethren saw the very handsome banner which was raised behind his chair . That banner had been presented by Bro . Manning . This act of Bro . Manning's he regarded as an instance of the lively and active
interest which was taken in the lodge , not only by those who had held high offices , but by lay members . He did not think that they could possibly accept a prettier present than that which had been presented by Bro . Manning . As Master he would take care that it was unfurled and placed in its proper position ; and he had now to move that it be accepted , and that a vote of thanks to Bro . Manning be recorded on the minutes for his very handsome present .
The motion having been seconded by the S . W ., was put by the J . W . and carried unanimously ; and after a few words from Bro . Manning in reply to the intimation by the Master that a vote of thanks had been passed by the brethren , the lodge was closed in due form , and the brethren adjourned to the adjoining banquet room where , after partaking of an excellent dinner , the remainder of
the evening was occupied with the speeches upon the customary toasts , and with a capital selection of songs contributed by various members and guests , Bro . Graham , P . P . G . Org . Middx . and Surrey , presiding at the pianoforte , and himself singing several excellent songs . After the toasts of *• The Health of the Queen , " "The Grand Master , " and "The Grand Officers ' " had been disposed of ,
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present havmg been cordially accepted and there being no further Masonic business the Iodge was closed in due form and adjourned . After the banquet the usual loyal and Masonic toasts were cordially given and received . Bro . Pierrepoint , I . P . M ., proposed "The Health of the VV . M ., " and said it was his privilege to submit this important toast which was always received with all the good feeling that one
brother could possibly receive from another . This was the last time that he should have the pleasure of performing this interesting duty , for after that night he should have to retire to the quiet benches lower down the table . 1 heir VV . M . had been one of fortune ' s favoured children , for he had , under circumstances over which he had no control , presided over that lodg- during the centenary year . Bro . Price had carried out his important duties to the
satisfaction of the members and the credit of the lodge . He ( the I . P . M . ) asked the brethren to drink to the health of the W . M . and wish him long life to be amongst them . Bro . H . N . Price , W . M ., returned thanks for the kind manner in which the toast had been given and received . The I . P . M . had told them that that was the last occasion on which he should propose this toast , and also reminded him that that was the last occasion on which he should
preside over them . The past year had been an important and eventful one , but everything had heen carried out successfully , chiefly owing to the hearty support given him by the members . He wished to sincerely thank them forthe kind assistance accorded him , and assured them that the important events of the past year will make a lasting impression on his mind . He wished to specially thank the Past Masters who had been always ready to
assist him with their advice when he required it . The toast of "The Initiate" having been given and responded to , the W . M . in warm terms proposed "The Visitors , " to whom he offered a hearty welcome . Bro . F . Seager Hunt , M . P ., W . M . 2030 , said that although it was a pleasure to be asked to return thanks for the visitors , yet it was not without a certain amount of regret that he found himself brought forward , inasmuch as
he saw around him many brethren more distinguished in the Masonic world , and who had done greater service to the Craft . In fact , he saw standing as one of the visitors , a brother who is the W . M . of one of his own lodges , and who has shown a laudable desire to work hard for Masonry . The visitors tendered their most sincere thanks for the kind and generous hospitality that had been shown them , but they had experienced a greater pleasure , and that was
from the very able and impressive working in the lodge . Their newly-initiated brother might fancy that he was enveloped in a mass of mystery , but when he understood the addresses he had heard , then would he see that in those addresses are found lessons that have improved the minds of men . He again tendered his thanks for the kindness with which he had been received , and trusted that the Domatic Lodge , which was now in its 100 th year , would
continue to inculcate the doctrines and enlarge the circle of Freemasonry . Bro . Silmer responded for the toast of "The W . M . Elect , " and said that although he had a difficult tast to perform , if the members would give him their sympathy and support he thought he should be able to maintain the prestige of their grand old lodge .
Bro . Everett , P . M ., Treas ., replied for "The Treasurer and Secretary , " and Bro . Kent , P . M ., for "The Past Masters , " after which "The Officers" having been duly given and responded to , the Tyler ' s toast closed the proceedings . Duuring the evening some excellent music was rendered , but special mention must be made of Bro . Packer , whose melodious voice delighted and pleased the brethren .
ELEANOR LODGE ( No . 1707 ) . —The installation meeting of this lodge was held at the Great Eastern Hotel on Thursday , the 2 nd inst . Bro . John Webb , W . M ., presided . There were three candidates for initiation , and two brethren for raising . Bro . J . H . Thompson , P . M ., acting as Installing Master , performed the ceremony of installation in a most impressive and efficient manner , Bro .
James Terry presenting Bro . A . Money , W . M . elect , who then proceeded to invest his officers . The business of the lodge being ended , the brethren adjourned to a beautifully and well provisioned banquet , which was well attended . Among the visitors present were Bros . Clements , James Terry , Garrod , Carr , and Sparrow . After the usual Masonic toasts , which were most heartily given , and well received ,
Bro . Jas . Terry , responding tor " Ihe mantles" in a vigorous speech , commended the especial attention of the brethren to the anniversary festival in February , as it would not only be the Jubilee of her Most gracious Majesty the Queen , but that there very few vacancies to fill and a very large number of applicants . He more especially desired the new initiates , Messrs . VVilliam Kelly and Dubois , to give their consideration to such noble Charities , especially
for the "Aged , " interspersing his remarks with some very pleasing anecdotes , particularly remarking also that he knew the Charities would never suffer when such brethren as Bro . A . Money , W . M ., acted as Steward , and he earnestly hoped his energies would be well rewarded in taking up as good a list , if not even better than he did for the Boys ,
thanking the lodge for its generous past , and asking for the hearty co-operation of every brother in the future . The musical arrangements were well carried out , and the pleasures of the evening increased by good songs , sung in an efficient manner by Bros . Thompson , Webb , Money , Richards , W . F . Bull , Murray , and others .
ST . LEONARD LODGE ( No . 1766 ) . —The installation of this lodge took place on VVednesday , the Sth inst ., at the Town Hall , Shoreditch . Bro . Enoch Walker , W . M .. occupied the chair , and was supported by Bros . F . Matthews , S . W . j R . Drysdale , J . W . j W . H . Brand , P . M . i 524 , Treas . j J . Cox , Sec . j H . J . Thrower , S . D . j L . Harrison , D . C . j G . Young , Org . j W . Beasley , I . G . j J . Grffiths , A . W . S . ; E . Benjamin , P . M . ; G . T . Barr ,
P . M . j L . Stean , P . M .,- C . F . Barham , P . M . j J . A . Jones , P . M . j A . A . Clement , P . M . j J . Funston , P . M . j W . Clarke , P . G . Purst . j and a large number of members . Amongst the visitors were Bros . W . H . Lee , Prov . A . G . Sec . Middx . j S . A . East , 1524 j E . Smith , P . M . 1336 , P . P . J . G . W . North Wales and Salop j C . W . Vine , 1046 ; P . Richardson , D . C . 860 j G . Andrews , 1420 j | W . Walden , 4 UJ F . Horner , P . M . 315 H . Povey , P . M . 22 j F . W .
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Knight , 860 ; F . Brien , P . M . 1076 J A . R . Trew , S . W . 959 i J . A . Robson , P . M . 1445 ; H . Salter , S . D . S 61 ; C . VV . Cox , P . M . 1560 ; J . Smith , P . M . ' 93 J VV . H . Baker , W . M . 1446 ; R . A . Germaine , Org . 2032 J H . Baker , J . W . 2030 j L . Walker , S . W . 22 ; J . Smithers , S . D . 1 S 3 ; W . Musti , P . M . 1340 ; and VV . VV . Lee , 1897 . The lodge having been formally opened , the minutes of the last regular emergency meetings were read and
confirmed , and the report of the Audit Committee received and adopted . Ballot was then successfully taken in favour of Messrs . A . Goldstein and J . Mordecai , as candidates for initiation . Bro . Robert Drysdale was then presented as VV . M . elect , and was duly installed into the chair of K . S . according to ancient custom . The newly-installed W . M . then appointed and invested his officers as follows : Bros . F . Matthews , S . VV . ; J . Cox , J . W . j W . H . Brand ,
P . M . 1524 , Treas . ; C . F . Barham , P . M ., Sec . j H . J . Thrower , S . D . j L . A . Harrison , J . D . j J . VV . Griffiths , D . C . j VV . Beasley , l . G . j G . C . Young , Org .,- H . J . Scott and S . Batchelor , Stwds . j and Verry , Tyler . The usual addresses were then delivered by the Installing Master , Bro . Enoch Walker , I . P . M . Bro . R . Drysdale , W . M ., then rose and said he had a very pleasing duty to perform , which was to present the I . P . M . with a jewel
voted by the lodge . He asked Bro . Walker to regard that jewel as a mark of the esteem in which he is held by the members , and expressed a wish that he might be spared for many years to wear it . Bro . E . Walker , I . P . M ., briefly tendered his thanks for the gift , observing that he had carried out his duties during his year to the best of his ability . It was then proposed by Bro . Brand , Treas ., and unanimously resolved , that a jewel should be presented to
Bro . J . Cox , as a slight recognition of the valuable services rendered by him as Secretary since the formation of the lodge . Bro . Cox having returned thanks and propositions having been received , the lodge was closed in due form , and the brethren adjourned to banquet . The usual toasts were subsequently duly honoured , "The Queen and the Craft , " and " H . R . H . the Prince of Wales , M . W . G . M ., " being received with the customary cordiality .
ln proposing " The Grand Officers , " the Worshipful Master expressed the pleasure it afforded him to see amongst them a distinguished Past Grand Officer , Bro . VV . Clarke , P . G . Purst ., who was a member of the lodge and whose name he coupled with the toast . Bro . W . Clarke , P . G . Purst ., in reply , said the Grand Officers were indebted to the W . M . forthe manner in which he had introduced the toast , and to the brethren for the
hearty reception accorded it . With reference to the R . W . Bro . the Earl of Carnarvon , the brethren who had the privilege of attending the last meeting of Grand Lodge could not but be struck with the beautiful manner in which that distinguished brother ruled over the proceedings , especially when a question of importance was under discussion . As they were aware , the question of whether or not the brethren should wear their collars out of the lodge was
brought forward , but he was pleased to say it was rejected by 211 to 210 . There were also at the head of the Craft the R . VV . Bro . the Earl of Lathom , whowas a hard working Mason , who came amongst them whenever he had the opportunity . The Grand Officers always endeavoured to do whatever they considered would uphold the prestige of the Craft , and he hoped that the same spirit that had hitherto been displayed at Grand Lodge meetings would still exist
when the election of Grand Treasurer took place . He was of opinion that no brother should hold an office in Grand Lodge for a longer period than 12 months . It was personally a very pleasing task to respond to this toast , for when he looked back upon the night when the lodge was consecrated , it was with feelings of gratification to see the progress that had been made . He thanked one and all for the cordial reception given him as an humble representative
of Grand Lodge . " The Worshipful Master " was given by Bro . Walker , I . P . M ., who said it was a very pleasing duty that had devolved upon him to propose this toast . That was the ninth occasion on which they had met to congratulate a W . M . on his reaching that office , and he considered the present meeting had been a very successful one , for they had placed one in the chair who would fufil the duties with
honour to himself and credit to the lodge . Bro . Drysdale was initiated in that lodge and had worked industriously through the various offices , until he had arrived at his present proud position . He ( Bro . Walker ) had visited many foreign lodges , where the brother in the chair was designated as "le vcneVable , " and he considered tbat appellation might very well apply to their W . M ., not only from his personal appearance , but because he undoubtedly
possessed the wisdom of a sage . He heartily wished him a happy year of office . Bro . Robert Drysdale , W . M ., returned thanks for the kind manner in which his health had been proposed and received . The word venerable had been used in reference to him , and he could only say that he felt and knew the
term to be applicable , and he asked for the sympathies of the brethren on that account during his year of office . It was not possible for him to have as retentive a memory as a younger brother , and he therefore relied upon the assistance and support of the officers and members . He assured them that he would faithfully do his utmost to carry out the working of the lodge in a satisfactory and creditable
manner . Bro . Enoch Walker , I . P . M ., in response for the toast of " The Installing Master , " thanked the W . M . and brethren for the heartiness displayed , and said that during his year he had carried out his duties to the best of his ability . He considered it the duty of every Mason to perform the work of any ofiice to which he might be appointed as well as his abilities and strength would allow . He was always
pleased to see the brother who occupied the chair perform all the duties pertaining to the chair in a satisfactory manner , and it was encouragement to young Masons to see the work well done . He had satisfied his conscience and had installed his successor in as creditable a manner as he could . He had had a prosperous year , and had initiated a considerable number of brethren . He thanked them one and all for the support given him whilst he
occupied the chair , and which had enabled the proceedings to be gone through in a satisfactory manner , and svhich he hoped would always be the case in the future . Bro . L . Stean , P . M ., replied for " The Past Masters , " and expressed the pleasure it afforded him to respond for that toast . It was now ei g ht years since the lodge was consecrated , when he was installed as the lirst W . i \ l ., and he was , therefore , as had been remarked , the father of the
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lodge . The progress of the St . Leonard Lodge had passed his expectations , for they had done a great deal for the Masonic Charities and in other ways . They had been successful in many things , but there was yet still a great deal to do . He hoped they would havea Benevolent Fund ready to support and assist any deserving case that came under their notice , and he asked the brethren to assist in that object , and make Freemasonry what it should be—a
universal Society for the relief , support , and assistance of those who were in need . Bro . VV . H . Lee , Prov . Asst . G . Sec . Middx ., responded for "The Visitors , " and said it had been a source of great pleasure to him to have the privilege of being present that evening to witness the progress the lodge had made during the last eight years . He attributed that progress to the able body of Past Masters , and if he might mention
one brother in particular , he would allude to Hro . Stean , P . M ., who was about the oldest Past Master in the Metropolis . It was always a pleasure to see the I . P . M . perform the installation ceremony , and he congratulated Bro . Walker on the manner he had carried it out on that occasion . He wished the VV . M . a successful year of office , and continued prosperity to the lodge . Bro . VV . H . Brand , P . M . 1524 , Treasureron behalf of
, " The Treasurer and Secretary , " said that although newl y appointed , ihe was not a stranger to the lodge or its duties . He had been a joining member since the consecration , and regarded his appointment as Treasurer as an honour . He was well acquainted with the duties , having acted in a similar capacity in his mother lodge . He would do his duty , and hoped to have a most favourable balance sheet
for presentation at the next installation meeting . Bro . Barham , Secretary , also replied . " The Officers" having been given , the Tyler ' s toast brought the proceedings to a close . A good musical programme was carried out under the direction of Bro . W . H . Baker , assisted by Arthur Weston , Henry Baker , and H . J . Dutton .
GALLERY LODGE ( No . 1928 ) . —This lodge which has made very steady , but not too rapid progress , and which now numbers sixty members , held its installation meeting , on Saturday last , at the Brixton Hall , Acre-lane , when its sixth W . Master was installed . Bro . Charles F . Pardon , W . M . opened the lodge at 3 o ' clock for the transaction of ordinary business which occupied the better part of two hours , when the lodge was called off for a short
times , re-assembling at 5 o'clock , for what was preeminently the business of the day . During the first period , after the minutes of the last meeting had been read and confirmed , the reports of the audit Committee and of the General Committee were received , and these proved that the affairs of the lodge are in a hi g hly prosperous condition ' and showed also that they are a wisely charitable body j for out of the general lodge funds they have , during the year ,
made a handsome grant to the Masonic Benevolent Institution , and from a Benevolent Fund which they have prudently formed to provide for the " rainy day " which may possibly come upon any of their own members , they have also made a handsome grant to the widow of a deceased brother . The other item of business during the first period of the meeting was the raising of Bro . James , the ceremony being performed by Bro . Pardon , W . M .,
with the efficiency which he always exhibits . Upon the resumption of the lodge at 5 o'clock , the chair was taken by Bro . Massey , P . M . and Treas . of the lodge , who performed the ceremony of installing Bro . W . O . Goldsmith , the S . W . during the past year , into the chair of K . S ., a ceremony which he performed with the ability and good taste which always characterise his Masonic work . There were about twenty brethren present at the
Board of Installed Masters . Bro . Goldsmith , W . M ., having first installed Bro . Pardon with the collar of the I . P . M ., proceeded to invest his other officers as follows : Bro . John Duckworth , S . W .: Bros . Dr . Griffith , J . W . ; H . Massey , P . M ., Treas . j Albery , Sec . j Herbert Wright , S . D . j Perkins , J . D . ; Hancock , I . G ., being absent on account of illness . Bro . H . Bussey , P . M . received his collar pro tern ; Bros . Thomas was invested M . C . ;
Peacock , W . S . ; Basil Cook , Asst . W . S , ; Peachy , Org . ; and Very , Tyler . The customary address to the W . M . and the Wardens were then delivered by Bro . Massey , the address to the other brethren of the lodge being given by Bro . Pardon , I . P . M . The W . M ., then in the name of the lodge , presented to Bro . Pardon a handsome P . M . ' s jewel in token of the appreciation by the brethren of the highly efficient manner
in which he had performed the duties attaching to the chair during his year of office , and in pinning it on his breast expressed the hope that he would live many years to wear it , and that it would be very frequently seen in the Gallery Lodge . Bro Pardon in making his acknowledgements for this mark of their goodwill , thanked the officers and brethren for the generous way in which they had seconded his efforts
during his year of office , and expressed the hope that the lodge would never fall below the high state ot efficiency which it now held . The VV . M . said he had now another pleasant duly to perform . The brethren saw the very handsome banner which was raised behind his chair . That banner had been presented by Bro . Manning . This act of Bro . Manning's he regarded as an instance of the lively and active
interest which was taken in the lodge , not only by those who had held high offices , but by lay members . He did not think that they could possibly accept a prettier present than that which had been presented by Bro . Manning . As Master he would take care that it was unfurled and placed in its proper position ; and he had now to move that it be accepted , and that a vote of thanks to Bro . Manning be recorded on the minutes for his very handsome present .
The motion having been seconded by the S . W ., was put by the J . W . and carried unanimously ; and after a few words from Bro . Manning in reply to the intimation by the Master that a vote of thanks had been passed by the brethren , the lodge was closed in due form , and the brethren adjourned to the adjoining banquet room where , after partaking of an excellent dinner , the remainder of
the evening was occupied with the speeches upon the customary toasts , and with a capital selection of songs contributed by various members and guests , Bro . Graham , P . P . G . Org . Middx . and Surrey , presiding at the pianoforte , and himself singing several excellent songs . After the toasts of *• The Health of the Queen , " "The Grand Master , " and "The Grand Officers ' " had been disposed of ,