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to a petition for a new chapter , in connection with this lodge , under the title of "Chapter La Tolerance . " Pie stated that in conformity with the general wish of the members he had prepared the necessary petition , and he had no doubt that with the co-operation of the W . M . he would be able to establish the chapter in a manner that would reflect lustre on the lodge . The brethren
were aware that he was Master of another lodge ( the Stanhope ) , and he need not say that any influence he possessed in that capacity would be employed to further the interests ofthe "New Chapter . " This motion was duly seconded by Bro . J . Hart , S . D ., and carried unanimously . The following members were recommend , d to the Grand Chapter as officers of the new Chapter : Co >? ps .
Lindas , 1 st Principal ; Jas . Kench , 2 nd Principal ; and Boutroy , 3 rd Principal . Among the visitors were L » os . C . J . Harpden , P . M . ( Leigh Lodge , 957 ) ; W . Minn , P . M . ( Lodge of Industry , 186 ) ; W . Bartlett , P . M . ( Lodge of Industry , 186 ); I . R . Hobbs ( Belgravc Lo- ! ge , 749 ) ; I . F . Berry , P . M . ( St . Luke's Lodge , " ^) ; G . F . Norton ( Stanhope Lodge , 1269 ) ; W . Plait , P . M . ( 144 ) ;
Charles Slrausky ( Joppa Lodge , iSS ); and A . Wick , formerly of this Lodge . There being no further business the lodge was closed in solemn form and the brethren adjourned to an excellent banquet . After the cloth was removed the usual toasts were proposed by the W . M . in a felicitous manner . In offering the first toast , " The Queen and the Craft , " the W . M . said it gave him great
gratification to feel that Her Majesty was gradually casting off that gloom which had so long enshrouded her , and was rapidly resuming the important duties of her high station . He was happy to say that the Craft was flourishing and he trusted it would continue its glorious career until time should be no more ( the toast was received with the usual honors ) . In proposing the toast of the M . W . Grand Master the Right Hon . the Earl of Zetland , the
W . M . remarked , that it was with a feeling of regret that he proposed the toast of the M . W . G . M . in connection with the name of the Earl of Zetland for lhe last time . His Lordship had been so intimately associated with the Masonic body during the long period he had so ably presided over thedestinies of the Craft , nowupwards of a quarter of century , that one almost felt it as a personal loss . However , there was this consolation , that although Lord Zetland had retired from the throne he would still be
with us as a P . G . M , and still reflect the lustre of his great name on the transactions of the Craft . This and the next toast of his II . R . II . the Prince of Wales , P . G . M ., were received with great applause . In proposing the toast of the Right Hon . the Earl de Grey and Ripon , D . G . M ., and the rest of the Grand Officers , the W . M . said there were certain qualities of the mind which irresistibly
inspire respect and win a willing obedience from others , but he would not dilate upon those qualities on lhe present occasion . For his own part , he recognised nobility of mind over that of blood . Still , where both were combined , as in the case of Lord de Grey and Ripon , who was destined shortly to hold the highest position in the Craft , he thought the brethren were lo be congratulated
on the election of such a man to rule over them . After some further observations to the same effect , the customary honors were bestowed with the utmost enthusiasm . The toast of the visitors , given in very happy phrases by the W . M ., was responded lo by Bros . C . J . Hampden , P . M . ; W . Mann , P . M . ; W . Bartlett , P . M . ; and W . Piatt , P . M . The next toast , that ofthe W . M ., proposed by Bro . Wilson , P . M ., was received with great enthusiasm
and called forth a very eloquent response from the W . M , The following toasts , " the Past Masters , and lhe Officers , " were responded to by Bros . Wilson , P . M ., Hardy , Lindus , Hart , and Steward . In the course of the evening some excellent recitations from the Ingoldsb y Legends were given , that of the "Jackdaw of Rheims , by Bro . Hart , S . D . ; and "Ann of Cleves , " by Bro . Leech ; this with a musical and vocal entertainment concluded a most agreeble evening .
Star Lodge , A o . 1275 . —On the 4 th inst . the usual meeting of this flourishing young lodge took place at the Marquis of Granby , New Cross-road , and was very well attended . Bro . Joseph Smith , P . G . P ., W . M ., opened the lodge punctually at four o clock , and after the minutes of the former meeting had been read and confirmed , imparled the secrets of the third degree to Bros . T . Hobson
and T . Whiteman ; he then communicated the mysteries of the second stage to Bro . A . Stevens , and ultimately initiated in the arcana ofthe Order Mr . Thomas Robert Darke , of the "Swan , " Wimbledon , and Mr . Beckett . The ceremonies were performed with that skill and ability for which Bro . Joseph Smith is famed . Bro . George Pymm , W . M . of 749 an excellent Masonic workerwas
, , unanimously elected a joining member of the lodge , and two other brethren were proposed for joining at next meeting . The lodge was then closed , and the brethren sat down to an excellent banquet , supplied by Bro . T . Hobson , and spent a most agreeable evening in each
other s society . Bros . W . Ough , G . P ., S . W . ; C . J . Hogg , W . M . 5 S , J . W . ; F . Wallers . P . M ., Secretary ; II . Keeble , S . D . ; G . Pymm , W . M . 749 , as J . D . ; II . Crabtree , l . G . ; E . Sisson , P . M . [ 01 , 901 ; E . Harper , l . G . 749 ; S . O . Lewin , 871 , and several others were present during the evening .
PROVINCIAL . PLYMOUTH . — Lodge Sincerity , No . 1 S 9 . —At a meeting of Lodge Sincerity on Monday evening last , the lod ' ,-c unanimously voted the sum of ten guineas as a donation to the Masonic Girls' School , lo be gi ven to the D . P . G . M ,, Bro . Metham , who will act as steward at the forthcoming and five
meeting , guineas to the Masonic Boy ' s School , in answer to a communication received from the K . W . P . G . M . of Devon , Bro . the Rev . J . Huyshe , M . A ., who , in conl sequence of the forthcoming festival , to be presided over by His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales , has been requested to act as Steward for his province of Devon . The V . W . Bro , Metham , stated that , without any solicita-
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tion on his part , the young Lodge Elms had also voted five guineas to him for the Girls' School . Lodge Sincerity has now three votes in perpetuity for the Girls' School , and two votes in perpetuity for the Boys' School . If it should , as is most probable it will , vote next year another five guineas to the Boys' School , it will then have three votes attached to the lodge in
perpetuity for the Boys' Schoolalso . —The W . M ., Bro . Balkwill presented . tin the name of the lodge , a centenary jewel to Bro . P . M . Dowse , the Treasurer of the lodge . In doing so , the W . M . spoke in the kindest and warmest terms of the services which Bro . Dowse has so long rendered to the lodge . —A singular case came before the lodge , calling for its benevolence , which was most readily
accorded . It was that of an old lady , the widow of a member of Lodge Sincerity , who was initiated in 1 S 12 , and the widow , who is now 85 years of age , made an application for relief , which was instantly granted . It was thought best that the relief should be given to her in weekly payments , and Bro . R . R . Rodd stated that he should be "lad to see a weeklv allowance made to the old
lady during the rest of her life , a sentiment in which the lodge unanimously concurred . It was determined to send up a petition lo the Committee of Benevolence , in order to obtain relief from the general body , to which such a case as this is especially entitled . The character of this
remarkable claim drew forth the fact that although the lodge is now more than a century old , it has lost its records beyond the date of 1 S 32 , and the certificates ofthe deceased member , which had been retained by the widow , were looked at withjconsiderable interest . —Western Daily Mercury , March 16 , 1 S 70 .
SALFORD . —A ewall Lodge , A o . 1134 . — The usual monthly meeting was held on Tuesday the 1 st inst ., at the Masonic Rooms , and was well attended by members and visitors . Bro . Richard Hankinson , W . M ., opened the lodge in due form with solemn prayer . The Very Worshipful the Deputy Provincial Grand Master of East Lancashire , accompanied by Bros . John Barker , P . P . G .
Treas . ; Geo . Brett , P . P . G . R . ; John Smith , P . G . Purs . ; Uriah Nicholls , P . P . G . Purs ., and William Roberts , P . P . G . Purs ., entered the lodge and were received with the usual grand honours . During the evening the following gentlemen weredulyinitiated : —Mr . James Hull , by Bro . Richard Hankinson , W . M . of the lodge ; Mr . Thomas Wilson , by the V . W . D . P . G . M . ' , Bro . W . R . Callender , jun . ; and
Mr . Thomas Barker , by Bro . Geo . Brett , P . P . G . R . The working tools wereexplainedbyBro . Baldwin , P . P . G . S . B ., Cheshire . The initiations were performed in a very marked , impressive , and perfect manner , and were rendered doubly solemn and beautiful by the chanting of the portions of Scripture in use in the lodge , introduced by the present Master . The impressiveness and solemnity of
the musical ceremony , which was rendered in a most correct and beautiful manner , called forth the praise of all present , more especially the visitors . Many visitors were present , including Bros . Ashworth , P . M . 29 S , Rochdale ; Stevenson , P . M . 148 and 1061 ; Rowson , 203 , Liverpool ; Crompton , 203 , Liverpool ; Oilman , S 15 ; Stoll , P . M . 363 , and others , Bro . Beswick presided over the musical
portion of the lodge work wilh great credit , every officer was well up in his part , which added greatly to the beauty of the work . The lodge was closed in due form with solemn prayer b y Bro . Hankinson , W . M ., after which the brethren sat down to a substantial banquet . The toasts of " The Queen and the Craft , " "His Royal Highness , Bro . Albert Edward Prince of Wales , the
Princess of Wales , " & c ., "The Grand Master of England , " and "The Deputy Grand Master , " were given , after which the W . M . proposed "The health ofthe R . W . Prov . G . M . of East Lancashire , Stephen Blair , Esq ., " who , he said , would have been present with them on that occasion , had it not been for recent domestic bereavement . He fully sympathised with the G . M . in his sorrow , and he
knew all the brethren , indeed the whole province , did so . ( Hear , hear . ) He believed Bro . Blair would be supported under the heavy trial with many consolations — ( hear , hear , )—and he fervently hoped that his health , which was now somewhat impaired , might soon be restored—( hear , hear , ) - and that he might long live to preside over the province where he was so universally beloved and so
much admired . ( Loud applause . ) ( The toast was most enthusiastically received and with grand honours . )—The W . M . then rose , and proposed "The worthy guest of the evening , the V . W . D . P . G . M . of East Lancashire , W . Romaine Callender , jun ,, Esq . " He said he was personally proud to sec Bro . Callender amongst them that evening—( applause)—and he was sure every brother in the lod"e
was equally so . ( Applause . ) He hoped—sincerely hoped—that although this was Bro . Calender ' s first visit to the Newall Lodge , it would not be the last . lie hoped he would come amongst them as often as possible , for he could assure him he would ever find a hearty welcome from the brethren of the Newall Lodge . ( Loud applause . ) He could say a great deal more resnectim ?
the toast , but in lhe presence of Bro . Callender he would forbear . ( The loast was drunk with the utmost enthusiasm , and with grand honours . )—Bro . Callender , in responding , thanked the brethren for the kind reception he had received , passed a very high eulogium on the working of the W . M . and Officers of the lodge , and gave some very iudicious advice 10 the m > n-iv . ; n ; i ; n >« i
brethren which will not be easily forgotten by them . His address was a great treat , and was listened to with very great attention . Indeed , it would be well if his kind and judicious remarks were treasured up by all the brethren present . The "Health of the Past and Present Prov . Officers , and the newly-initiated Brethren" was then
drunk , after which Bro . Callender proposed "The health of Pro . Hankinson , W . M ., " in a most graceful manner , and complimented him on the manner in which he fulfilled the onerous dulics of the chair . He had no doubt he would reflect great credit on the lodge , and at the expiration of his year of office would receive at their hands those commendations they were so ready to give to those
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who deserved them . ( The toast was enthusiastically received . )—Bro . Hankinson , W . M ., in acknowledging the compliment , paid a tribute of respect to the officers he had selected to assist him in the well ruling and governing of his lodge . He hoped he should do his duty as Master . He loved Masonry , and he trusted he should ever have the good wishes and affection of every brother in the
lodge . —Addresses weredeliveredby Bros . Smith , P . G . P . ; Brett , P . P . G . R . ; Collard , P . M ., and others , all testifying to the well working of the Newall Lodge . Several songs were very creditably sung by Bros . Collard , Atkinson , Thompson and Beswick . It is gratifying to report that this lodge , called after the late lamented Lawrence Newall , Esq ., D . Prov . G . M ., is making rapid progress ,
and is destined at some future day to take a good position in the Masonic ranks . Although only some four years old , the lodge has subscribed ( including private annual subscriptions from members ) about . £ 100 . The one great aim of the brethren is to carry out the great principles of Masonry—brotherly love , relief , and truth . The present
W . M . seems determined to work for the good ofthe lodge and the Craft in general , and this determination is heartily supported by Bro . John Barker , P . M ., P . P . G . T ., and by the P . M . ' s and members ofthe lodge . Lodges of Instruction are held every month , and much credit is due to Bro . John Barker , P . M ., P . P . G . T ., for the great interest he has taken in the working of this lodge .
ASIITON-UNDER-LYNE . —Milton Lodge , No . 1144 . — The annual meeting and St . John ' s Festival of this lodge was held on Monday , March 7 th , at the Lodge Room , Burlington Hotel . Forty brethren were present , including Bros . J . M . Wyke , P . G . S . W ., E . L . ; Dr . Lees , P . P . G . S . W ., E . L . ; H . F . Darnton , P . P . G . J . D ., E . L . ; W . Roberts , P . P . G . P ., E . L . ; F . Stafford , P . P . G . A . D . C , C . ; and
many of the MasttiS and P . M . 's of the lodges in the district . The lodge was opened in due form by Bro . Ross , W . M ., and the minutes were read and confirmed . Letters of apology from several brethren , expressing their regret at not being able to accept the W . M . ' s invitation , were placed on the Secretary's table for inspection . The Auditors' report was also read , which showed that a
donation of thirty guineas to the Masonic Institution for Boys , and five guineas to the district infirmary , had been given from the lodge funds during the year . Bro . Wyke then took the chair as Worshipful Installing Master , and called on the following duly installed Masters to assist him in the installation : Bro . Dr . Lees , as S . W . ; W . Roberts , J . W . ; F . Stafford , l . G . The lodge being opened in the proper degree , Bro . James PoIIitt , W . M .-
elect , was presented for the benefit of installation . The I . W . M ., having recited some of the qualifications necessary to every candidate for the chair , called upon Bro . Stafford to read the antient charges and regulations , to all of which Bro . PoIIitt gave his assent , after which Bro . Wyke performed the ceremony with that masterly and impressive manner for which he has become so much admired in the Province of East Lancashire . The brethren
saluted the W . M . in due form . Bro . PoIIitt appointed his officers as follows : Bro . F . Ireson , S . W . ; J . Jones , J . W . ; D . B . Radcliffe , S . D . ; E . G . Ashenden , J . D . ; R . Borsey , l . G . ; J . T . Kerrison , Secretary ; each of whom received the benefit of investment at the hands ofthe I . W . M . —
The charge to the W . M . was delivered by Bro . Dr . Lees in a very feeling manner , and those to the Wardens and brethren by Bro . Wyke . The W . M . was proclaimed in the usual manner , and the installing ceremony declared at an end . The lodge having been closed the brethren retired for a short time and afterwards sat down to a
banquet which reflected every credit on Bro . John Stafford , the host . On rc-asscmbling , a blessing having been asked , fair justice was done to lhe viands provided . Bro . PoIIitt then called on the brethren to charge their glasses , and proposed "The Queen , " remarking that although not a Mason she had the principles of the institution at heart . " Their Royal Highnesses the Prince and Princess of
Wales , and the rest of the Royal Family , and "The M . W . G . M . of England , the Right Hon . the Earl or Zetland , " followed , together with the other Masonic toasts which were proposed and responded to appropriately , in one of which Bro . Stafford elaborately mentioned the advantages received in this district from the Masonic charities , stating that the first boy sent to the Boys' School
from East Lancashire was from Ashton-under-Lyne . —The business of the evening included a presentation by the members ofthe lodge to the retiring W . M . Bro . PoIIitt having explained this , rose and , addressing Bro . Ross , said : I have been requested by the brethren of Milton Lodge to present you with this Past Master ' s gold jewel and this framed testimonial , and in doing so permit me to explain
that every subscriber to them whose name appears on the testimonial required no solicitation , but as soon as the matter was suggested an unanimous response was given , and the result I trust will be gratifying to you . It is pleasing to me , Sir , lo be able to assure you of the -good feclingcntertainedtowardsyouandtoexpresshowyourkindncss in presenting the lodge with so many valuable presents
lias been appreciated . The manner you have worked in advocating the Masonic Charities—and I may especially mention the Boys' School—has convinced us that you have the principles of Masonry at heart , and the noble results prove how beneficial they have been to the cause . I think I shall not be exaggerating when I say that the thirty guineas this lodge has subscribed to that institution
has been owing to your advocacy , and the liberal subscription of fifty guineas from your own private purse set a good moral example to those about you . I must also observe that the time and money you have spent in order to improve and establish the lodge and conduct its business has brought about that good feeling and harmonious working
which is so essential and necessary for a happy and prosperous lodge . I therefore present you with this P . M . ' s jewel on behalf of lhe members , and may the Great Architect of the Universe grant that you may live long to wear it ; likewise this framed testimonial , which Bro . Kerrison will read .
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to a petition for a new chapter , in connection with this lodge , under the title of "Chapter La Tolerance . " Pie stated that in conformity with the general wish of the members he had prepared the necessary petition , and he had no doubt that with the co-operation of the W . M . he would be able to establish the chapter in a manner that would reflect lustre on the lodge . The brethren
were aware that he was Master of another lodge ( the Stanhope ) , and he need not say that any influence he possessed in that capacity would be employed to further the interests ofthe "New Chapter . " This motion was duly seconded by Bro . J . Hart , S . D ., and carried unanimously . The following members were recommend , d to the Grand Chapter as officers of the new Chapter : Co >? ps .
Lindas , 1 st Principal ; Jas . Kench , 2 nd Principal ; and Boutroy , 3 rd Principal . Among the visitors were L » os . C . J . Harpden , P . M . ( Leigh Lodge , 957 ) ; W . Minn , P . M . ( Lodge of Industry , 186 ) ; W . Bartlett , P . M . ( Lodge of Industry , 186 ); I . R . Hobbs ( Belgravc Lo- ! ge , 749 ) ; I . F . Berry , P . M . ( St . Luke's Lodge , " ^) ; G . F . Norton ( Stanhope Lodge , 1269 ) ; W . Plait , P . M . ( 144 ) ;
Charles Slrausky ( Joppa Lodge , iSS ); and A . Wick , formerly of this Lodge . There being no further business the lodge was closed in solemn form and the brethren adjourned to an excellent banquet . After the cloth was removed the usual toasts were proposed by the W . M . in a felicitous manner . In offering the first toast , " The Queen and the Craft , " the W . M . said it gave him great
gratification to feel that Her Majesty was gradually casting off that gloom which had so long enshrouded her , and was rapidly resuming the important duties of her high station . He was happy to say that the Craft was flourishing and he trusted it would continue its glorious career until time should be no more ( the toast was received with the usual honors ) . In proposing the toast of the M . W . Grand Master the Right Hon . the Earl of Zetland , the
W . M . remarked , that it was with a feeling of regret that he proposed the toast of the M . W . G . M . in connection with the name of the Earl of Zetland for lhe last time . His Lordship had been so intimately associated with the Masonic body during the long period he had so ably presided over thedestinies of the Craft , nowupwards of a quarter of century , that one almost felt it as a personal loss . However , there was this consolation , that although Lord Zetland had retired from the throne he would still be
with us as a P . G . M , and still reflect the lustre of his great name on the transactions of the Craft . This and the next toast of his II . R . II . the Prince of Wales , P . G . M ., were received with great applause . In proposing the toast of the Right Hon . the Earl de Grey and Ripon , D . G . M ., and the rest of the Grand Officers , the W . M . said there were certain qualities of the mind which irresistibly
inspire respect and win a willing obedience from others , but he would not dilate upon those qualities on lhe present occasion . For his own part , he recognised nobility of mind over that of blood . Still , where both were combined , as in the case of Lord de Grey and Ripon , who was destined shortly to hold the highest position in the Craft , he thought the brethren were lo be congratulated
on the election of such a man to rule over them . After some further observations to the same effect , the customary honors were bestowed with the utmost enthusiasm . The toast of the visitors , given in very happy phrases by the W . M ., was responded lo by Bros . C . J . Hampden , P . M . ; W . Mann , P . M . ; W . Bartlett , P . M . ; and W . Piatt , P . M . The next toast , that ofthe W . M ., proposed by Bro . Wilson , P . M ., was received with great enthusiasm
and called forth a very eloquent response from the W . M , The following toasts , " the Past Masters , and lhe Officers , " were responded to by Bros . Wilson , P . M ., Hardy , Lindus , Hart , and Steward . In the course of the evening some excellent recitations from the Ingoldsb y Legends were given , that of the "Jackdaw of Rheims , by Bro . Hart , S . D . ; and "Ann of Cleves , " by Bro . Leech ; this with a musical and vocal entertainment concluded a most agreeble evening .
Star Lodge , A o . 1275 . —On the 4 th inst . the usual meeting of this flourishing young lodge took place at the Marquis of Granby , New Cross-road , and was very well attended . Bro . Joseph Smith , P . G . P ., W . M ., opened the lodge punctually at four o clock , and after the minutes of the former meeting had been read and confirmed , imparled the secrets of the third degree to Bros . T . Hobson
and T . Whiteman ; he then communicated the mysteries of the second stage to Bro . A . Stevens , and ultimately initiated in the arcana ofthe Order Mr . Thomas Robert Darke , of the "Swan , " Wimbledon , and Mr . Beckett . The ceremonies were performed with that skill and ability for which Bro . Joseph Smith is famed . Bro . George Pymm , W . M . of 749 an excellent Masonic workerwas
, , unanimously elected a joining member of the lodge , and two other brethren were proposed for joining at next meeting . The lodge was then closed , and the brethren sat down to an excellent banquet , supplied by Bro . T . Hobson , and spent a most agreeable evening in each
other s society . Bros . W . Ough , G . P ., S . W . ; C . J . Hogg , W . M . 5 S , J . W . ; F . Wallers . P . M ., Secretary ; II . Keeble , S . D . ; G . Pymm , W . M . 749 , as J . D . ; II . Crabtree , l . G . ; E . Sisson , P . M . [ 01 , 901 ; E . Harper , l . G . 749 ; S . O . Lewin , 871 , and several others were present during the evening .
PROVINCIAL . PLYMOUTH . — Lodge Sincerity , No . 1 S 9 . —At a meeting of Lodge Sincerity on Monday evening last , the lod ' ,-c unanimously voted the sum of ten guineas as a donation to the Masonic Girls' School , lo be gi ven to the D . P . G . M ,, Bro . Metham , who will act as steward at the forthcoming and five
meeting , guineas to the Masonic Boy ' s School , in answer to a communication received from the K . W . P . G . M . of Devon , Bro . the Rev . J . Huyshe , M . A ., who , in conl sequence of the forthcoming festival , to be presided over by His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales , has been requested to act as Steward for his province of Devon . The V . W . Bro , Metham , stated that , without any solicita-
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tion on his part , the young Lodge Elms had also voted five guineas to him for the Girls' School . Lodge Sincerity has now three votes in perpetuity for the Girls' School , and two votes in perpetuity for the Boys' School . If it should , as is most probable it will , vote next year another five guineas to the Boys' School , it will then have three votes attached to the lodge in
perpetuity for the Boys' Schoolalso . —The W . M ., Bro . Balkwill presented . tin the name of the lodge , a centenary jewel to Bro . P . M . Dowse , the Treasurer of the lodge . In doing so , the W . M . spoke in the kindest and warmest terms of the services which Bro . Dowse has so long rendered to the lodge . —A singular case came before the lodge , calling for its benevolence , which was most readily
accorded . It was that of an old lady , the widow of a member of Lodge Sincerity , who was initiated in 1 S 12 , and the widow , who is now 85 years of age , made an application for relief , which was instantly granted . It was thought best that the relief should be given to her in weekly payments , and Bro . R . R . Rodd stated that he should be "lad to see a weeklv allowance made to the old
lady during the rest of her life , a sentiment in which the lodge unanimously concurred . It was determined to send up a petition lo the Committee of Benevolence , in order to obtain relief from the general body , to which such a case as this is especially entitled . The character of this
remarkable claim drew forth the fact that although the lodge is now more than a century old , it has lost its records beyond the date of 1 S 32 , and the certificates ofthe deceased member , which had been retained by the widow , were looked at withjconsiderable interest . —Western Daily Mercury , March 16 , 1 S 70 .
SALFORD . —A ewall Lodge , A o . 1134 . — The usual monthly meeting was held on Tuesday the 1 st inst ., at the Masonic Rooms , and was well attended by members and visitors . Bro . Richard Hankinson , W . M ., opened the lodge in due form with solemn prayer . The Very Worshipful the Deputy Provincial Grand Master of East Lancashire , accompanied by Bros . John Barker , P . P . G .
Treas . ; Geo . Brett , P . P . G . R . ; John Smith , P . G . Purs . ; Uriah Nicholls , P . P . G . Purs ., and William Roberts , P . P . G . Purs ., entered the lodge and were received with the usual grand honours . During the evening the following gentlemen weredulyinitiated : —Mr . James Hull , by Bro . Richard Hankinson , W . M . of the lodge ; Mr . Thomas Wilson , by the V . W . D . P . G . M . ' , Bro . W . R . Callender , jun . ; and
Mr . Thomas Barker , by Bro . Geo . Brett , P . P . G . R . The working tools wereexplainedbyBro . Baldwin , P . P . G . S . B ., Cheshire . The initiations were performed in a very marked , impressive , and perfect manner , and were rendered doubly solemn and beautiful by the chanting of the portions of Scripture in use in the lodge , introduced by the present Master . The impressiveness and solemnity of
the musical ceremony , which was rendered in a most correct and beautiful manner , called forth the praise of all present , more especially the visitors . Many visitors were present , including Bros . Ashworth , P . M . 29 S , Rochdale ; Stevenson , P . M . 148 and 1061 ; Rowson , 203 , Liverpool ; Crompton , 203 , Liverpool ; Oilman , S 15 ; Stoll , P . M . 363 , and others , Bro . Beswick presided over the musical
portion of the lodge work wilh great credit , every officer was well up in his part , which added greatly to the beauty of the work . The lodge was closed in due form with solemn prayer b y Bro . Hankinson , W . M ., after which the brethren sat down to a substantial banquet . The toasts of " The Queen and the Craft , " "His Royal Highness , Bro . Albert Edward Prince of Wales , the
Princess of Wales , " & c ., "The Grand Master of England , " and "The Deputy Grand Master , " were given , after which the W . M . proposed "The health ofthe R . W . Prov . G . M . of East Lancashire , Stephen Blair , Esq ., " who , he said , would have been present with them on that occasion , had it not been for recent domestic bereavement . He fully sympathised with the G . M . in his sorrow , and he
knew all the brethren , indeed the whole province , did so . ( Hear , hear . ) He believed Bro . Blair would be supported under the heavy trial with many consolations — ( hear , hear , )—and he fervently hoped that his health , which was now somewhat impaired , might soon be restored—( hear , hear , ) - and that he might long live to preside over the province where he was so universally beloved and so
much admired . ( Loud applause . ) ( The toast was most enthusiastically received and with grand honours . )—The W . M . then rose , and proposed "The worthy guest of the evening , the V . W . D . P . G . M . of East Lancashire , W . Romaine Callender , jun ,, Esq . " He said he was personally proud to sec Bro . Callender amongst them that evening—( applause)—and he was sure every brother in the lod"e
was equally so . ( Applause . ) He hoped—sincerely hoped—that although this was Bro . Calender ' s first visit to the Newall Lodge , it would not be the last . lie hoped he would come amongst them as often as possible , for he could assure him he would ever find a hearty welcome from the brethren of the Newall Lodge . ( Loud applause . ) He could say a great deal more resnectim ?
the toast , but in lhe presence of Bro . Callender he would forbear . ( The loast was drunk with the utmost enthusiasm , and with grand honours . )—Bro . Callender , in responding , thanked the brethren for the kind reception he had received , passed a very high eulogium on the working of the W . M . and Officers of the lodge , and gave some very iudicious advice 10 the m > n-iv . ; n ; i ; n >« i
brethren which will not be easily forgotten by them . His address was a great treat , and was listened to with very great attention . Indeed , it would be well if his kind and judicious remarks were treasured up by all the brethren present . The "Health of the Past and Present Prov . Officers , and the newly-initiated Brethren" was then
drunk , after which Bro . Callender proposed "The health of Pro . Hankinson , W . M ., " in a most graceful manner , and complimented him on the manner in which he fulfilled the onerous dulics of the chair . He had no doubt he would reflect great credit on the lodge , and at the expiration of his year of office would receive at their hands those commendations they were so ready to give to those
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who deserved them . ( The toast was enthusiastically received . )—Bro . Hankinson , W . M ., in acknowledging the compliment , paid a tribute of respect to the officers he had selected to assist him in the well ruling and governing of his lodge . He hoped he should do his duty as Master . He loved Masonry , and he trusted he should ever have the good wishes and affection of every brother in the
lodge . —Addresses weredeliveredby Bros . Smith , P . G . P . ; Brett , P . P . G . R . ; Collard , P . M ., and others , all testifying to the well working of the Newall Lodge . Several songs were very creditably sung by Bros . Collard , Atkinson , Thompson and Beswick . It is gratifying to report that this lodge , called after the late lamented Lawrence Newall , Esq ., D . Prov . G . M ., is making rapid progress ,
and is destined at some future day to take a good position in the Masonic ranks . Although only some four years old , the lodge has subscribed ( including private annual subscriptions from members ) about . £ 100 . The one great aim of the brethren is to carry out the great principles of Masonry—brotherly love , relief , and truth . The present
W . M . seems determined to work for the good ofthe lodge and the Craft in general , and this determination is heartily supported by Bro . John Barker , P . M ., P . P . G . T ., and by the P . M . ' s and members ofthe lodge . Lodges of Instruction are held every month , and much credit is due to Bro . John Barker , P . M ., P . P . G . T ., for the great interest he has taken in the working of this lodge .
ASIITON-UNDER-LYNE . —Milton Lodge , No . 1144 . — The annual meeting and St . John ' s Festival of this lodge was held on Monday , March 7 th , at the Lodge Room , Burlington Hotel . Forty brethren were present , including Bros . J . M . Wyke , P . G . S . W ., E . L . ; Dr . Lees , P . P . G . S . W ., E . L . ; H . F . Darnton , P . P . G . J . D ., E . L . ; W . Roberts , P . P . G . P ., E . L . ; F . Stafford , P . P . G . A . D . C , C . ; and
many of the MasttiS and P . M . 's of the lodges in the district . The lodge was opened in due form by Bro . Ross , W . M ., and the minutes were read and confirmed . Letters of apology from several brethren , expressing their regret at not being able to accept the W . M . ' s invitation , were placed on the Secretary's table for inspection . The Auditors' report was also read , which showed that a
donation of thirty guineas to the Masonic Institution for Boys , and five guineas to the district infirmary , had been given from the lodge funds during the year . Bro . Wyke then took the chair as Worshipful Installing Master , and called on the following duly installed Masters to assist him in the installation : Bro . Dr . Lees , as S . W . ; W . Roberts , J . W . ; F . Stafford , l . G . The lodge being opened in the proper degree , Bro . James PoIIitt , W . M .-
elect , was presented for the benefit of installation . The I . W . M ., having recited some of the qualifications necessary to every candidate for the chair , called upon Bro . Stafford to read the antient charges and regulations , to all of which Bro . PoIIitt gave his assent , after which Bro . Wyke performed the ceremony with that masterly and impressive manner for which he has become so much admired in the Province of East Lancashire . The brethren
saluted the W . M . in due form . Bro . PoIIitt appointed his officers as follows : Bro . F . Ireson , S . W . ; J . Jones , J . W . ; D . B . Radcliffe , S . D . ; E . G . Ashenden , J . D . ; R . Borsey , l . G . ; J . T . Kerrison , Secretary ; each of whom received the benefit of investment at the hands ofthe I . W . M . —
The charge to the W . M . was delivered by Bro . Dr . Lees in a very feeling manner , and those to the Wardens and brethren by Bro . Wyke . The W . M . was proclaimed in the usual manner , and the installing ceremony declared at an end . The lodge having been closed the brethren retired for a short time and afterwards sat down to a
banquet which reflected every credit on Bro . John Stafford , the host . On rc-asscmbling , a blessing having been asked , fair justice was done to lhe viands provided . Bro . PoIIitt then called on the brethren to charge their glasses , and proposed "The Queen , " remarking that although not a Mason she had the principles of the institution at heart . " Their Royal Highnesses the Prince and Princess of
Wales , and the rest of the Royal Family , and "The M . W . G . M . of England , the Right Hon . the Earl or Zetland , " followed , together with the other Masonic toasts which were proposed and responded to appropriately , in one of which Bro . Stafford elaborately mentioned the advantages received in this district from the Masonic charities , stating that the first boy sent to the Boys' School
from East Lancashire was from Ashton-under-Lyne . —The business of the evening included a presentation by the members ofthe lodge to the retiring W . M . Bro . PoIIitt having explained this , rose and , addressing Bro . Ross , said : I have been requested by the brethren of Milton Lodge to present you with this Past Master ' s gold jewel and this framed testimonial , and in doing so permit me to explain
that every subscriber to them whose name appears on the testimonial required no solicitation , but as soon as the matter was suggested an unanimous response was given , and the result I trust will be gratifying to you . It is pleasing to me , Sir , lo be able to assure you of the -good feclingcntertainedtowardsyouandtoexpresshowyourkindncss in presenting the lodge with so many valuable presents
lias been appreciated . The manner you have worked in advocating the Masonic Charities—and I may especially mention the Boys' School—has convinced us that you have the principles of Masonry at heart , and the noble results prove how beneficial they have been to the cause . I think I shall not be exaggerating when I say that the thirty guineas this lodge has subscribed to that institution
has been owing to your advocacy , and the liberal subscription of fifty guineas from your own private purse set a good moral example to those about you . I must also observe that the time and money you have spent in order to improve and establish the lodge and conduct its business has brought about that good feeling and harmonious working
which is so essential and necessary for a happy and prosperous lodge . I therefore present you with this P . M . ' s jewel on behalf of lhe members , and may the Great Architect of the Universe grant that you may live long to wear it ; likewise this framed testimonial , which Bro . Kerrison will read .