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which he had constantly met with , and assured them that personally , as well as in the interest of the lodge , ha had endeavoured to reciprocate those good feelings , and that when he said that he was only voicing the sentiments of all the Past Masters of Britannia . " The Officers of the Lodge " was the last toast . This was given from the chair , and replied to by Bro . H . Arnold , Org .
The musical efforts of the brethren we have named were continued throughout the evening , though we have not specially mentioned them , and there is no doubt that they contributed much to what was acknowledged by all to have been a most delightful and successful meeting .
United Northern Counties Lodge , No . 212 S . This successful lodge held its installation meeting at the Inns of Court Hotel , Holborn , on the 7 th inst . As usual on these occasions , there was a large attendance of brethren . The W . M ., Bro . W . B . Hextall , P . P . S . G . W . Derby , was supported by Bros . R . Davison , I . P . M . ; E . C . R . Oxley , S . W . ; W . E . Porter , J . W . ; C . R . Lee , P . M ., Treas . ; W . H . Bullock , P . M ., Sec ; Wyatt Wingrove , M . R . C . S ., S . D . ; W . N . Haydon , J . D . ; T . W . Chant , I . G .: T . Moysey and C . J . Weller , Stewards ;
J . Kershaw , G . Pringle , P . M . ; C . J . Wood , P . M . ; J . S . Cumberland , P . M .. P . D . G . S . B . ; and many others . Visitors : Bros . W . J . James , W . M . 221 S ; L . R . Oxley , S . W . 117 ; E . J . Spencer , J . W . 221 S ; J . Scanlon , 25 S 0 ; T . Briggs , W . M . 1657 ; W . R . Hayden , 153 S ; E . Marriott . 1319 ; A . Spicer , P . P . G . Stwd . ; A . F . Smith , W . M . 1479 ; P- Wallis , P . P . S . G . W . Derby ; J . H . Richardson , P . P . A . G . Sec . Derby ; E . Partridge , Sec . 10 S 5 ; B . Lemere , P . M . 1 744 ; J . Dickson , P . M . 1572 ; T . W . Ramsay , 1 ng ; T . H . Thompson , P . P . G . S . B . Middx . ; VV . Spencer Bowen ,
S . D . 4 S 3 ; C . Cope , W . M . 2193 ; VV . F . Carnley , S . W . 222 S ; J . C Burkitt , P . P . G . S . B . ; R . Waide , W . M . 1042 ; H . Carter Pegg , 1909 ; VV . C . Hulbert , 165 ; A . H . Bateman , 100 ; Sir H . H . Bemrose , M . P ., Prov . S . G . VV . ; A . J . Eggleston , 2224 ; W . H . Berry , 1 S 17 ; E . Blinkhorn , P . M . 1471 ; C . Fox , I . P . M . ; W . W . Lee , P . P . G . D . Middx . ; and others . Lodge was opened , and the minutes confirmed . Bro . E . C . Rice Oxley , was next presented as W . M . elect , the Installing Master being Bro . W . B . Hextall ,
P . P . S . G . W . Derby . Immediately after the obligation , the sacred solo " Be thou faithful unto death , " was sung by Bro . Maurice Aubrey , with violincello obligato b y Bro . Hambleton , P . M . A Board of Installed Masters was next opened in a manner similar to the opening of the Three Degrees , and Bro . Rice Oxley wis duly installed , invested with the collar of W . M . and presented with the jewel ( gift of the Earl of Zetland at the consecration ) . The Installed Masters saluted in procession and the board was closed in a manner similar to the opening . The brethren were re-admitted and saluted the
W . M . The I . P . M . then delivered the address to the VV . M ., after which Bros . W . E . Porter , M . D ., and T . H . Wyatt Wingrave , M . R . C . S ., were invested as S . W . and J . W . respectively . The address to the officers was next given by Bro . Cumberland , P . D . G . S . B ., and the following officers were invested-. Bros . R . Divison , P . M ., Treas . ; W . H . Bullock , P . M ., Sec ; W . Nicholson Haydon , S . D . ; T . W . Chant , J . D . ; T . Moysey , I . G . ; G . J . Wood , P . P . G . P . Derby , D . C ; Dr . J . H . Casson , P . M ., P . P . G . Org . Derby , Org . ; C . J . Weller , H . Riley , and R . Bullock , Stwds ; and H . Evenden , P . M ., Tyler . The anthem " Behold hew good , " was sung , and the address
to the brethren given by the I . P . M . A Past Master ' s jewel wis presented to the I . P . M ., who , in acknowledgment , said he had been loyally supported by the officers and members , and hoped to retain their confidence for many years . A resolution of condolence with the Pro G . M . was passed on the proposition of the W . M . The Secretary gave notice of motion to give 25 guineas to the Boys' School , and a similar sum to the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution . Letters of regret for non-attendance were announced , propositions were received , and the lodge was closed .
After an excellent banquet , the usual loyal and Masonic toasts were heartily honoured . " The Health of the W . M . " was proposed by Bro . W . E . Porter , M . D ., S . W ., who said that although a more eloquent brother could have been selected , yet none could have greater pleasure in the task . They had seen but little of the W . M . 's working in the chair ; but if what they heard was correct , they might look forward that year to a Masonic treat . With all due deference to former Masters , he thought that their present W . M . would not be in the shade . The officers would do all they could to support him , but would be only showing reflected light from the glory of the chair .
Bro . E . C . Rice Oxley , VV . M ., expressed his gratitude to the S . W . for the kindly proposition of the toast , and his doubts as to the grand working imputed to their newlyinstalled Master . Certainly he had endeavoured to make himself proficient in the ritual , and for that purpose had regularl y attended lodges of instruction . He should feel satisfied if he went through his work in as good a manner as the I . P . M ., or followed in his footsteps at a distance . He thanked them for their cordial reception , and asjured them he would do his best during his year to carry out the traditions of the lodge , and for
that purpose he knew he could rely upon his officers . Bro . W . B . Hextall , P . P . S . G . W . Derby , I . P . M ., next gave " The Visitors , " and said that , although theirs was not a strong lodge , that toast was always honoured to the extreme . It gave place to none in its hospitality , and he ventured to say that no gratification the VV . M . could experience would be equalled by the recollection that he had rallied round him so many from outside districts to support him in the London district .
The only difficulty was in selecting a few names to respond . Although Bro . Sir II . Bemrose , M . P ., Prov . S . G . W . Derby , was present for the first time , he would not ask him to reply . There was also present Bro . Percy Wallis , whose name was a household word in Freemasonry , who was , however , reserved for another toast . He coupled with the toast the names of Bros . J . H . Richardson , Fox , P . M . 90 , and Foulger , 21 G 2 . ' Bros . Richardson , Fox , and Foulger briefly replied .
Bro . Sir H . Bemrose , M . P ., Prov . S . G . W . Derby , proposed "The I . P . M . and Installing Master , " and said he counted it an honour , and esteemed it a great pleasure to be called upon to do so , on that , his first visit to the lodge . The Derby members were drawn together that day by bonds which ought to draw Masons Irom one end of the earth to another to express their great appreciation of the qualities of the Installing Master . He must say that it was with some feelings of pride that he saw so many Derby Masons in that lodge and in office . They would discern from that the high estimation in
which the W . M . was held by those who knew him well , and had associated with him for many years . He had known the I . P . M . in various capacities , and esteemed him highly in all , and could only regret that Derby did not send him to Parliament to allow him to tread the sacred precincts of Westminster . London was the hub of the universe , and was an attractive power to great m-jn , and as he looked round that evening he saw some who he knew had been so attracted— . men representative of many parts drawn by the attraction of London and their own talents .
The I . P . M . was still the friend of all who knew him , for he always exemplified those principles which were the glory of Masons . He was much struck with the manner in which Bro . Hextill , I . P . M ., discharged that part of his duties which he was privileged to hear , for he felt as he listened that Masonry was not what some people imagined it to be , but was a thing instinct with principles which sank deep in the heart , a living power among men , possessing those good qualities which should distinguish the man and the citizen . He included with that toast the names of the Past Masters . The
lodge was distinguished by the excellence of its oncers and members . It drew ni ; mbers from a large country , and should have tendrils extending throughout England . Might he be allowed to wish the W . M . a useful year of office . It was no slight distinction to draw men of influence together , thus enlarging the sphere of one's sympathies and tending to benefit , not only their own circle , but the larger benefi : of the nation to which they were proud to belong . He asked them to drink with all sincerity to the toast , with that broad sympathy which Masons were always ready to show to those who had served
faithfully . Bro . W . B . Hextall , P . P . S . G . W . Derby , I . P . M ., said | he responded for the Past Masters with diffidence , as it was the first occasion that he had had that opportunity in that lodge , and they would make allowances for a neophyte in difficulties . The Past Masters had not fallen short in the execution ot their duty , and deserved well of the members . When he saw such brethren present as Bros . Bullock , Divison , Lee , and
Wood , he could have no doubt but that the duties of assisting the VV . M . would be adequately fulfilled . He was pleased , as they all wi-re , to see Bro . Cumberland , whose Masonic enthusiasm was always well meant . They deeply sympathised with Bro . Cumberland , P . M ., in his ill-health , and hoped the Great Architect would be pleased to spare him for many years . Bro . Bemrose had said more of him ( the I . P . M . ) than he deserved . It was true they had worked together in various capacities , and it was a matter of regret that those experiences could not be repeated , but they had left remini-
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scences of good fellowship which could not be effaced from his memory . During the past year he was pleased to think he had earned their satisfaction . Whit he had done in the past he would do in the future in the same measure . No Master who had filled the chair of the lodge had met with more loyalty , unswerving , unflinching loyalty , than he had . He should , in time to come , cherish with pride and gratified feelings the recollection of the year when he wis W . M . of No . 212 S , and none could surpass him in his feelings of gratitude , good fellowship and esteem which he cherished to this lodge and every member .
"The Masonic Chanties" was proposed by Bro . Percy Wallis , P . P . G . VV ., and responded to by Bro . Chant , J . D . "The Treasurer and Secretary , " and "The Officers , " were honoured before the Tyler ' s toast closed the proceedings . The music performed in the lodge was to a large extent comoosed by B ; o . J . Hornsey Casson , P . M ., who was assisted by Bros . Marriott , Aubrey , Geo . Stubbs , and Vernon Taylor .
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Industry Lodge , No . 293 . The last meeting for the present year was held on Monday evening , the 6 th instant , at Gateshead , when there was an excellent gathering of Provincial G . Officers and members generally . The W . M ., Bro . Wm . Stafford , P . G . R . of M ., presided , and wis supported by Bros . Wm . Brown , P . M ., D . C , P . P . S . G . O .: Robt . Whitfield . P . M ., P . P . G . R . of M . ; T . R . Short , P . M ., P . P . G . D . ; John Page , P . M ., P . P . G . S . B . ; T . R . Jobson ; John Heppell , P . M . 3 G 2 , P . G . Sec . ; Geo . HarlandP . M . 362 P . P . G .
, , R . of M . ; Jas . Sedcole , P . M . 362 , P . P . G . M . O . ; 1 . Redhead , W . M . 3 62 ; Geo . Blair , W . M . 263 , P . G . S . B . ; Alf . Simpson , S . W ., P . G . I . G . ; H . Jackson , J . W . ; Wm . J . Jobson , M . O ., P . P . G . Stwd . ; W . C . A . Holzapfel , S . O . ; T . Douglass , J . O . ; John Armstrong , R . of M . ; R . Harrison , Sec ; C . W . Hodgson , S . D . ; J , B . McKenzie , J . D . ; R . Ferry , Org . ; VV . E . Peacock , I . G . ; and J . Appleyard . Tyler . Amongst the other numerous members and visitors present were Bros . J . T . Pragnell
R- Dobson , C . H . Keay , John Carr , John Lightbown , A . J . Waugh , P . Cash , R . Lavenck , W . F . Hall ( U . and B . T . I . ) ; Cornwell Smith , J . D . 2 G 3 ; and others . The ballot was taken for Bro . John Lawson , 4 s , and he being elected and present was duly advanced by the VV . M ., who also explained the charge , & c . Bro . Alf . Simpson was elected as W . M . for the ensuing year ; and Bro . T . R . Jobson , P . M ., was elected as Treasurer in room of Bro . W . F . Carmon , P . M ., resigned . Other business was transacted , after which the proceedings closed , and the brethren adjourned to the refreshment room for a supper , & c .
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Lodges and Chapter of Instruction .
PROSPERITY LODGE , No . C 5 . A meeting was held on Wednesday , the 15 th inst ., at the Weavers'Arms , 17 , London Wall , when there were present Bros . John G . Robeson , W . M . ; Brown , S . W . ; Gernon , J . W . ; D . Harlow , P . M ., Preceptor ; William Baker , Treas ., acting Sec . ; Saunion , P . M ., S . D . ; Stokes , J . D . j Spencer , 'I . G . ; Butcher , W . M . 902 ; Miller , Far , Collins , Garton , VV . M . 192 ; J . C Jackson , Newman , High , and Knight . The lodge was opened in due form and the minutes of the last meeting read and
conhrmed . The ceremony of initiation was rehearsed , Bro . Knight acting as candidate . The lodge was then opened in the Second and Third Degrees respectively , and the brethren went through Masonic drill . The W . M . closed the lodge in the Third and Second Degrees . The W . M rose for the first time and dues were collected . The W . M . rose for [ the second time , and Bro . D . Harlow , P . M . 65 , proposed , and Bro . Garton , VV . M . 192 , seconded— " That a hearty vote of thanks be given to the W . M . for the admirable manner in which he had worked the ceremonies that evening for the first
time , and that the same be recorded on the minutes . " This was carried unanimously . It was then proposed by the Preceptor— " That Bro . Brown occupy the chair of W . M . on the first Wednesday in January , next Wednesday being officers' night of the mother lodge , and the 5 th Wednesday , in accordance with the by-laws , Preceptor's night . " This being seconded by Bro . Gernon , J . W ., was also duly carried . The W . M . rose for the third time , and , " Hearty good wishes " having been tendered , the lodge was closed .
WHITTINGTON LODGE , No . SG 2 . The usual weekly meeting of this lodge was held at the Red Lion , Poppin ' s Court , Fleet-street , on Wednesday , the Sth inst ., when there were present Bros . VV . H . Latham , acting W . M . ; A . Clarkson , S . W . ; A . Collins , J . W . ; A . V . H . Pauncefort . P . M ., Preceptor ; Henry T . Kobelt , acting , Sec ; J . Scarlett , S . D . ; Charles Howard , J . D . ; and T . H . Pate , I . G .
The lodge was opened in due form , and the minutes of the last meeting were confirmed . The ceremony of passing was rehearsed , Bro . Kobelt acting as a candidate . Bro . Kobelt , with the assistance of the brethren , worked the 1 st Section of the Lecture . A vote of sympathy having been passed in respect to the indisposition of Bro . J . C . Tilt , P . M ., the valuable and courteous Secretary of the lodge , all Masonic business being ended , the lodge was closed .
ISLINGTON LODGE , No . 1471 . The usual weekly meeting was held on Tuesday , the 14 th instant , at the Cock Tavern , Highbury , when there were present Bros . J . Birks , W . M . ; S . Cload . S . W . ; A . F . Ilardyment , J . W . ; W . Hancock , P . M ., Pre : eptor ; J . W . Clarke , P . M ., P . P . G . P . Mfddx , Asst . Preceptor ; C M . Coxon , P . M ., P . P . G . D . Herls , and J . Duncan , P . M ., Sees . ; A . Oliver , P . M ., S . D . ; C . T . Rayner , J . D . ; VV . F . Roberts , I . G . ; C . Mer , A . L . Lington , E . Yexley , V . J . R . LongminC
, Smith , G . Popham . J . C Dminead , J . T . Hoire , A . E . ' Hubsch , C Boa ; . R . P . Upton , P . M . ; and G . Gregory , P . M . The lodge was opened , and the minutes read and conn \ tmeA . It was afterwards opened in the Second and Third Degrees . The ceremony of initiation was rehearsed , Bro . Isler being the candidate . The VV . M . vacated the chair in favour of Bro . Riyner , and the ceremony of pissing wis rehearsed , Bro . Hoare being the candidate . Bro Cload was elected VV . M . for the ensuing week , and appointed the officers in rotation , I he lodge was then closed .
HUGH OWEN LODGE , No . 2593 . The usual weekly meeting was held at the Frascati Restaurant , Oxford-street , on Friday , the jvd inst . Present : Bros . H . G . Holland , P . M ., W . M . ; R . II . Nicholl--S . W . ; J . VV . Hunt , J . W . ; W . P . Neville , P . M ., acting Preceptor ; F . G . Soper Sec ; II . Ramsbottom , S . D . ; C G . RiJgway , J . D . ; A . E . Frith , I . G . ; W . G . Read , J . Barnett , R . P . Webster , II . Roberts , R . Sandlands , J . Lamb , E . Burgess , I . Cohen , and E . J . VVnite .
The lodge was opened in due form , and the minutes of the last meeting confirmed . Bros . Barnett and Lamb acting as ondidatea to be passed to the Second Degree , were examined and entrusted . the lodge being duly constituted , the ceremony of passing was rehearsed . Bros . Read and Sandlands acting as candidates to be raised to the Third Degree , were examined and entrusted . The lodge being duly constituted , the ceremony of raising was rehsirsed . Bros . Isaac Cohen , 1 SS , and Ernest White , 7331 were duly elected joining members . All Misonic business being ended , the lod » e was closed . *
COMMEMORATION LODGE , No . 2 GG 3 . This lodge of instruction held its weekly meeting on Monday , the 13 'h instant , at the Star and Girter , Arbour-square , Commercial-road , E ., when there were present Bros . C . Holland , W . M . ; J . Goulston , S . W . ; H . Pollock , | . W . ; Beard , S . D . J Mitchell , J . D . ; Montgomery , I . G . ; De Casseres , Preceptor ; j . Smith , Sec . ; Burge , Palmer , and others . The W . M . worked the ceremony of initiation in a very praiseworthy manner , after which Bro . Goulston wotked the first three Sections of the First Lecture .
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which he had constantly met with , and assured them that personally , as well as in the interest of the lodge , ha had endeavoured to reciprocate those good feelings , and that when he said that he was only voicing the sentiments of all the Past Masters of Britannia . " The Officers of the Lodge " was the last toast . This was given from the chair , and replied to by Bro . H . Arnold , Org .
The musical efforts of the brethren we have named were continued throughout the evening , though we have not specially mentioned them , and there is no doubt that they contributed much to what was acknowledged by all to have been a most delightful and successful meeting .
United Northern Counties Lodge , No . 212 S . This successful lodge held its installation meeting at the Inns of Court Hotel , Holborn , on the 7 th inst . As usual on these occasions , there was a large attendance of brethren . The W . M ., Bro . W . B . Hextall , P . P . S . G . W . Derby , was supported by Bros . R . Davison , I . P . M . ; E . C . R . Oxley , S . W . ; W . E . Porter , J . W . ; C . R . Lee , P . M ., Treas . ; W . H . Bullock , P . M ., Sec ; Wyatt Wingrove , M . R . C . S ., S . D . ; W . N . Haydon , J . D . ; T . W . Chant , I . G .: T . Moysey and C . J . Weller , Stewards ;
J . Kershaw , G . Pringle , P . M . ; C . J . Wood , P . M . ; J . S . Cumberland , P . M .. P . D . G . S . B . ; and many others . Visitors : Bros . W . J . James , W . M . 221 S ; L . R . Oxley , S . W . 117 ; E . J . Spencer , J . W . 221 S ; J . Scanlon , 25 S 0 ; T . Briggs , W . M . 1657 ; W . R . Hayden , 153 S ; E . Marriott . 1319 ; A . Spicer , P . P . G . Stwd . ; A . F . Smith , W . M . 1479 ; P- Wallis , P . P . S . G . W . Derby ; J . H . Richardson , P . P . A . G . Sec . Derby ; E . Partridge , Sec . 10 S 5 ; B . Lemere , P . M . 1 744 ; J . Dickson , P . M . 1572 ; T . W . Ramsay , 1 ng ; T . H . Thompson , P . P . G . S . B . Middx . ; VV . Spencer Bowen ,
S . D . 4 S 3 ; C . Cope , W . M . 2193 ; VV . F . Carnley , S . W . 222 S ; J . C Burkitt , P . P . G . S . B . ; R . Waide , W . M . 1042 ; H . Carter Pegg , 1909 ; VV . C . Hulbert , 165 ; A . H . Bateman , 100 ; Sir H . H . Bemrose , M . P ., Prov . S . G . VV . ; A . J . Eggleston , 2224 ; W . H . Berry , 1 S 17 ; E . Blinkhorn , P . M . 1471 ; C . Fox , I . P . M . ; W . W . Lee , P . P . G . D . Middx . ; and others . Lodge was opened , and the minutes confirmed . Bro . E . C . Rice Oxley , was next presented as W . M . elect , the Installing Master being Bro . W . B . Hextall ,
P . P . S . G . W . Derby . Immediately after the obligation , the sacred solo " Be thou faithful unto death , " was sung by Bro . Maurice Aubrey , with violincello obligato b y Bro . Hambleton , P . M . A Board of Installed Masters was next opened in a manner similar to the opening of the Three Degrees , and Bro . Rice Oxley wis duly installed , invested with the collar of W . M . and presented with the jewel ( gift of the Earl of Zetland at the consecration ) . The Installed Masters saluted in procession and the board was closed in a manner similar to the opening . The brethren were re-admitted and saluted the
W . M . The I . P . M . then delivered the address to the VV . M ., after which Bros . W . E . Porter , M . D ., and T . H . Wyatt Wingrave , M . R . C . S ., were invested as S . W . and J . W . respectively . The address to the officers was next given by Bro . Cumberland , P . D . G . S . B ., and the following officers were invested-. Bros . R . Divison , P . M ., Treas . ; W . H . Bullock , P . M ., Sec ; W . Nicholson Haydon , S . D . ; T . W . Chant , J . D . ; T . Moysey , I . G . ; G . J . Wood , P . P . G . P . Derby , D . C ; Dr . J . H . Casson , P . M ., P . P . G . Org . Derby , Org . ; C . J . Weller , H . Riley , and R . Bullock , Stwds ; and H . Evenden , P . M ., Tyler . The anthem " Behold hew good , " was sung , and the address
to the brethren given by the I . P . M . A Past Master ' s jewel wis presented to the I . P . M ., who , in acknowledgment , said he had been loyally supported by the officers and members , and hoped to retain their confidence for many years . A resolution of condolence with the Pro G . M . was passed on the proposition of the W . M . The Secretary gave notice of motion to give 25 guineas to the Boys' School , and a similar sum to the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution . Letters of regret for non-attendance were announced , propositions were received , and the lodge was closed .
After an excellent banquet , the usual loyal and Masonic toasts were heartily honoured . " The Health of the W . M . " was proposed by Bro . W . E . Porter , M . D ., S . W ., who said that although a more eloquent brother could have been selected , yet none could have greater pleasure in the task . They had seen but little of the W . M . 's working in the chair ; but if what they heard was correct , they might look forward that year to a Masonic treat . With all due deference to former Masters , he thought that their present W . M . would not be in the shade . The officers would do all they could to support him , but would be only showing reflected light from the glory of the chair .
Bro . E . C . Rice Oxley , VV . M ., expressed his gratitude to the S . W . for the kindly proposition of the toast , and his doubts as to the grand working imputed to their newlyinstalled Master . Certainly he had endeavoured to make himself proficient in the ritual , and for that purpose had regularl y attended lodges of instruction . He should feel satisfied if he went through his work in as good a manner as the I . P . M ., or followed in his footsteps at a distance . He thanked them for their cordial reception , and asjured them he would do his best during his year to carry out the traditions of the lodge , and for
that purpose he knew he could rely upon his officers . Bro . W . B . Hextall , P . P . S . G . W . Derby , I . P . M ., next gave " The Visitors , " and said that , although theirs was not a strong lodge , that toast was always honoured to the extreme . It gave place to none in its hospitality , and he ventured to say that no gratification the VV . M . could experience would be equalled by the recollection that he had rallied round him so many from outside districts to support him in the London district .
The only difficulty was in selecting a few names to respond . Although Bro . Sir II . Bemrose , M . P ., Prov . S . G . W . Derby , was present for the first time , he would not ask him to reply . There was also present Bro . Percy Wallis , whose name was a household word in Freemasonry , who was , however , reserved for another toast . He coupled with the toast the names of Bros . J . H . Richardson , Fox , P . M . 90 , and Foulger , 21 G 2 . ' Bros . Richardson , Fox , and Foulger briefly replied .
Bro . Sir H . Bemrose , M . P ., Prov . S . G . W . Derby , proposed "The I . P . M . and Installing Master , " and said he counted it an honour , and esteemed it a great pleasure to be called upon to do so , on that , his first visit to the lodge . The Derby members were drawn together that day by bonds which ought to draw Masons Irom one end of the earth to another to express their great appreciation of the qualities of the Installing Master . He must say that it was with some feelings of pride that he saw so many Derby Masons in that lodge and in office . They would discern from that the high estimation in
which the W . M . was held by those who knew him well , and had associated with him for many years . He had known the I . P . M . in various capacities , and esteemed him highly in all , and could only regret that Derby did not send him to Parliament to allow him to tread the sacred precincts of Westminster . London was the hub of the universe , and was an attractive power to great m-jn , and as he looked round that evening he saw some who he knew had been so attracted— . men representative of many parts drawn by the attraction of London and their own talents .
The I . P . M . was still the friend of all who knew him , for he always exemplified those principles which were the glory of Masons . He was much struck with the manner in which Bro . Hextill , I . P . M ., discharged that part of his duties which he was privileged to hear , for he felt as he listened that Masonry was not what some people imagined it to be , but was a thing instinct with principles which sank deep in the heart , a living power among men , possessing those good qualities which should distinguish the man and the citizen . He included with that toast the names of the Past Masters . The
lodge was distinguished by the excellence of its oncers and members . It drew ni ; mbers from a large country , and should have tendrils extending throughout England . Might he be allowed to wish the W . M . a useful year of office . It was no slight distinction to draw men of influence together , thus enlarging the sphere of one's sympathies and tending to benefit , not only their own circle , but the larger benefi : of the nation to which they were proud to belong . He asked them to drink with all sincerity to the toast , with that broad sympathy which Masons were always ready to show to those who had served
faithfully . Bro . W . B . Hextall , P . P . S . G . W . Derby , I . P . M ., said | he responded for the Past Masters with diffidence , as it was the first occasion that he had had that opportunity in that lodge , and they would make allowances for a neophyte in difficulties . The Past Masters had not fallen short in the execution ot their duty , and deserved well of the members . When he saw such brethren present as Bros . Bullock , Divison , Lee , and
Wood , he could have no doubt but that the duties of assisting the VV . M . would be adequately fulfilled . He was pleased , as they all wi-re , to see Bro . Cumberland , whose Masonic enthusiasm was always well meant . They deeply sympathised with Bro . Cumberland , P . M ., in his ill-health , and hoped the Great Architect would be pleased to spare him for many years . Bro . Bemrose had said more of him ( the I . P . M . ) than he deserved . It was true they had worked together in various capacities , and it was a matter of regret that those experiences could not be repeated , but they had left remini-
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scences of good fellowship which could not be effaced from his memory . During the past year he was pleased to think he had earned their satisfaction . Whit he had done in the past he would do in the future in the same measure . No Master who had filled the chair of the lodge had met with more loyalty , unswerving , unflinching loyalty , than he had . He should , in time to come , cherish with pride and gratified feelings the recollection of the year when he wis W . M . of No . 212 S , and none could surpass him in his feelings of gratitude , good fellowship and esteem which he cherished to this lodge and every member .
"The Masonic Chanties" was proposed by Bro . Percy Wallis , P . P . G . VV ., and responded to by Bro . Chant , J . D . "The Treasurer and Secretary , " and "The Officers , " were honoured before the Tyler ' s toast closed the proceedings . The music performed in the lodge was to a large extent comoosed by B ; o . J . Hornsey Casson , P . M ., who was assisted by Bros . Marriott , Aubrey , Geo . Stubbs , and Vernon Taylor .
Mark Masonry.
Mark Masonry .
Industry Lodge , No . 293 . The last meeting for the present year was held on Monday evening , the 6 th instant , at Gateshead , when there was an excellent gathering of Provincial G . Officers and members generally . The W . M ., Bro . Wm . Stafford , P . G . R . of M ., presided , and wis supported by Bros . Wm . Brown , P . M ., D . C , P . P . S . G . O .: Robt . Whitfield . P . M ., P . P . G . R . of M . ; T . R . Short , P . M ., P . P . G . D . ; John Page , P . M ., P . P . G . S . B . ; T . R . Jobson ; John Heppell , P . M . 3 G 2 , P . G . Sec . ; Geo . HarlandP . M . 362 P . P . G .
, , R . of M . ; Jas . Sedcole , P . M . 362 , P . P . G . M . O . ; 1 . Redhead , W . M . 3 62 ; Geo . Blair , W . M . 263 , P . G . S . B . ; Alf . Simpson , S . W ., P . G . I . G . ; H . Jackson , J . W . ; Wm . J . Jobson , M . O ., P . P . G . Stwd . ; W . C . A . Holzapfel , S . O . ; T . Douglass , J . O . ; John Armstrong , R . of M . ; R . Harrison , Sec ; C . W . Hodgson , S . D . ; J , B . McKenzie , J . D . ; R . Ferry , Org . ; VV . E . Peacock , I . G . ; and J . Appleyard . Tyler . Amongst the other numerous members and visitors present were Bros . J . T . Pragnell
R- Dobson , C . H . Keay , John Carr , John Lightbown , A . J . Waugh , P . Cash , R . Lavenck , W . F . Hall ( U . and B . T . I . ) ; Cornwell Smith , J . D . 2 G 3 ; and others . The ballot was taken for Bro . John Lawson , 4 s , and he being elected and present was duly advanced by the VV . M ., who also explained the charge , & c . Bro . Alf . Simpson was elected as W . M . for the ensuing year ; and Bro . T . R . Jobson , P . M ., was elected as Treasurer in room of Bro . W . F . Carmon , P . M ., resigned . Other business was transacted , after which the proceedings closed , and the brethren adjourned to the refreshment room for a supper , & c .
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Lodges and Chapter of Instruction .
PROSPERITY LODGE , No . C 5 . A meeting was held on Wednesday , the 15 th inst ., at the Weavers'Arms , 17 , London Wall , when there were present Bros . John G . Robeson , W . M . ; Brown , S . W . ; Gernon , J . W . ; D . Harlow , P . M ., Preceptor ; William Baker , Treas ., acting Sec . ; Saunion , P . M ., S . D . ; Stokes , J . D . j Spencer , 'I . G . ; Butcher , W . M . 902 ; Miller , Far , Collins , Garton , VV . M . 192 ; J . C Jackson , Newman , High , and Knight . The lodge was opened in due form and the minutes of the last meeting read and
conhrmed . The ceremony of initiation was rehearsed , Bro . Knight acting as candidate . The lodge was then opened in the Second and Third Degrees respectively , and the brethren went through Masonic drill . The W . M . closed the lodge in the Third and Second Degrees . The W . M rose for the first time and dues were collected . The W . M . rose for [ the second time , and Bro . D . Harlow , P . M . 65 , proposed , and Bro . Garton , VV . M . 192 , seconded— " That a hearty vote of thanks be given to the W . M . for the admirable manner in which he had worked the ceremonies that evening for the first
time , and that the same be recorded on the minutes . " This was carried unanimously . It was then proposed by the Preceptor— " That Bro . Brown occupy the chair of W . M . on the first Wednesday in January , next Wednesday being officers' night of the mother lodge , and the 5 th Wednesday , in accordance with the by-laws , Preceptor's night . " This being seconded by Bro . Gernon , J . W ., was also duly carried . The W . M . rose for the third time , and , " Hearty good wishes " having been tendered , the lodge was closed .
WHITTINGTON LODGE , No . SG 2 . The usual weekly meeting of this lodge was held at the Red Lion , Poppin ' s Court , Fleet-street , on Wednesday , the Sth inst ., when there were present Bros . VV . H . Latham , acting W . M . ; A . Clarkson , S . W . ; A . Collins , J . W . ; A . V . H . Pauncefort . P . M ., Preceptor ; Henry T . Kobelt , acting , Sec ; J . Scarlett , S . D . ; Charles Howard , J . D . ; and T . H . Pate , I . G .
The lodge was opened in due form , and the minutes of the last meeting were confirmed . The ceremony of passing was rehearsed , Bro . Kobelt acting as a candidate . Bro . Kobelt , with the assistance of the brethren , worked the 1 st Section of the Lecture . A vote of sympathy having been passed in respect to the indisposition of Bro . J . C . Tilt , P . M ., the valuable and courteous Secretary of the lodge , all Masonic business being ended , the lodge was closed .
ISLINGTON LODGE , No . 1471 . The usual weekly meeting was held on Tuesday , the 14 th instant , at the Cock Tavern , Highbury , when there were present Bros . J . Birks , W . M . ; S . Cload . S . W . ; A . F . Ilardyment , J . W . ; W . Hancock , P . M ., Pre : eptor ; J . W . Clarke , P . M ., P . P . G . P . Mfddx , Asst . Preceptor ; C M . Coxon , P . M ., P . P . G . D . Herls , and J . Duncan , P . M ., Sees . ; A . Oliver , P . M ., S . D . ; C . T . Rayner , J . D . ; VV . F . Roberts , I . G . ; C . Mer , A . L . Lington , E . Yexley , V . J . R . LongminC
, Smith , G . Popham . J . C Dminead , J . T . Hoire , A . E . ' Hubsch , C Boa ; . R . P . Upton , P . M . ; and G . Gregory , P . M . The lodge was opened , and the minutes read and conn \ tmeA . It was afterwards opened in the Second and Third Degrees . The ceremony of initiation was rehearsed , Bro . Isler being the candidate . The VV . M . vacated the chair in favour of Bro . Riyner , and the ceremony of pissing wis rehearsed , Bro . Hoare being the candidate . Bro Cload was elected VV . M . for the ensuing week , and appointed the officers in rotation , I he lodge was then closed .
HUGH OWEN LODGE , No . 2593 . The usual weekly meeting was held at the Frascati Restaurant , Oxford-street , on Friday , the jvd inst . Present : Bros . H . G . Holland , P . M ., W . M . ; R . II . Nicholl--S . W . ; J . VV . Hunt , J . W . ; W . P . Neville , P . M ., acting Preceptor ; F . G . Soper Sec ; II . Ramsbottom , S . D . ; C G . RiJgway , J . D . ; A . E . Frith , I . G . ; W . G . Read , J . Barnett , R . P . Webster , II . Roberts , R . Sandlands , J . Lamb , E . Burgess , I . Cohen , and E . J . VVnite .
The lodge was opened in due form , and the minutes of the last meeting confirmed . Bros . Barnett and Lamb acting as ondidatea to be passed to the Second Degree , were examined and entrusted . the lodge being duly constituted , the ceremony of passing was rehearsed . Bros . Read and Sandlands acting as candidates to be raised to the Third Degree , were examined and entrusted . The lodge being duly constituted , the ceremony of raising was rehsirsed . Bros . Isaac Cohen , 1 SS , and Ernest White , 7331 were duly elected joining members . All Misonic business being ended , the lod » e was closed . *
COMMEMORATION LODGE , No . 2 GG 3 . This lodge of instruction held its weekly meeting on Monday , the 13 'h instant , at the Star and Girter , Arbour-square , Commercial-road , E ., when there were present Bros . C . Holland , W . M . ; J . Goulston , S . W . ; H . Pollock , | . W . ; Beard , S . D . J Mitchell , J . D . ; Montgomery , I . G . ; De Casseres , Preceptor ; j . Smith , Sec . ; Burge , Palmer , and others . The W . M . worked the ceremony of initiation in a very praiseworthy manner , after which Bro . Goulston wotked the first three Sections of the First Lecture .