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the Marquis of Hartington , and the Hon . F . A . lev were displayed . The former was surmounted ^ " a trop hy of seven flags , anil the two latter with hies of dve flags each . The buffet was at the extreme 11 "IT of the stage , and decorated with handsome cande-Mi -i and p late , besides the good things which were in-, l ' ed for the consumption of the company . In front of
this i « thc side-wings , were the supper-tables , two in umber which were arranged in a manner which did Bro . Tivlor , ' of the Hartington and Bull Hotels , who had thc itire management of the refreshment department , immense credit . Round each table were handsome couches and chairs upholstered in crimson morocco , and on the walls , which were draped in blue , were several choice oil
and water-colour paintings , chiefly depicting lake scenery , and a handsome crayon portrait of thc Duke of Devonshire . The gem of the supper-room decorations , however , was the large fountain which had been erected in the centre of the room . From this fountain , which was surrounded by the choicest ferns , orchids , and other hothouse , foliage , and flowering plants , jets of water were
thrown about eighteen inches , and fell over a diminutive rockery , into a basin at the foot , in which a number of gold fish disported themselves . The water fell with a pleasing sound , and imparted a charming coolness to the atmosphere of the room . At the opposite end of thc hall the shields of Bros . Sir James Ramsden , J . T . Smith ( Mayor of Barrow ) , and Schneider relieved thc screen in front of the
gallery , the whole imparting a pleasing effect to the room . Over the eight shields which ordinarily adorn the sides of the hall were placed smaller trophies of three flags , and from each of the principals was suspended a handsome silk banneret , the whole bearing the names of thc principal cities and towns between which and Barrow trade is carried on . These latter were lent for the occasion by the Furness
Railway Company . The gallery , which was very prettily adorned , was alloted to the musicians , who were statiuned on a raised level platform , behind which hung the magnificent banner , with the motto " Semper Sersum , " recently presented by Bro . Sir James Ramsden to the Barrow Cricket Club . The gallery on cither side of the baudstage was entirely screened from view by lace curtains ,
looped with blue silk sashes . Masonic and Royal Arch bannerets and emblems were placed at intervals on and adjacent to the walls , and besides these there were two very pretty pictures—one a view of the Masonic Institution for Boys , and the other the Masonic School for Girls , both of which very excellent institutions are in London—and a hand-illuminated address recording the number of votes
which the Hartington Lodge , No . 1021 , possesses 111 perpetuity for the various Masonic charities . Among the gentlemen who kindly lent furniture , plants , decorations , ami oilier articles for thc ball were Bros .. Sir James Jlanisilen , his Worship the Mayor ( J . T . Smith ) , Joseph l- 'ish-r , Gradwell , Tcwnson , Ashburner , F . Worrall , R . T . Taylor , II . Pickavance , and others .
MASONIC BALL AT HUDDERSFIELD . Since the New Year came in there have been several balls in Huddersfield in connection with the Lodge of Harmony , No . 275 , and Lodge of Huddersfield , No . 290 . Thc ball of the season took place on Friday evening , February 12 th , 1875 , in connection with the Lodge of Truth , No , - ; ii , in their new and spacious lodge-room ,
Fitz-Williamstreit , which was most effectively decorated for the occasion , and was univirsally admired by all present . The thanks of the brethren are due to Bros . Jackson , P . M ., and H . Platts for the elegant designs and decorations , the walls being draped with white muslin , relieved at intervals with large mirrors , and in various parts of the hall were baskets of imitation fruit and ( lowers , which completed the
fairy-like scene . Dancing commenced about half-past eight , and was continued until far en Saturday morning , and at last , " when daylight did appear , " there were still a lew enthusiastic brethren left to think of pleasures past . The stewards did all in their power to make everyone happy , and were rewarded with success , so far as the younger brethren anil ladies were concerned ; wc should
have liked to have seen them more attentive to the ladies of more mature age . The Masters of Ceremonies did their work with efficiency and to the satisfaction of every one present . The brethren appeared in Masonic clothing , according to their rank and the degrees they had taken . Craft , Mark , Royal Arch , Knights Templar , and Rose Croix forming a various and beautiful scene .
Amongst the brethren present we noticed Bros . J . Craven , P . M ., P . Prov . G . S . W . ; William Smith , P . M ., P . Z . P . Prov . G . D . C ; T . S . Iliggins , P . M ., P . Prov . G . D . C ; George Marshall , P . M ., M . E . Z . ; Allan Jackson , P . M ., P . Z . J B . Hutchinson , P . M ., P . Z . 290 ; Harrop , P . M . 290 ; Joseph Hurst , P . M . ; J . W . Tempest , P . M . ; Joseph Varley , I . P . M . ; Jos . Wood , P . M . ; ] . W . Turner , P . M .,
P . S . ; | oshua Marshall , W . M . A . S ., P . Prov . G . O . ; T . Jackson , Past S . W . ; J . W . Hinchliffe , S . W ., P . S . ; Joseph Holdsworth , J . W . ; Sunderland , J . W . 1301 ; John Lunn , Sec , A . S . ; Samuel Kelly , 30 ° , ' Albert Midgley , i ( i ° , and others . The musical arrangements were under the management of Bro . Joshua Marshall , W . M .,
P . Prov . G . O ., and gave every satisfaction , which , under such able management , they could not fail to do . This has certainly been one of the best Masonic balls ever held in Huddersfield , and in conclusion we can only wish the committee of management to do as ably next year , and they cannot doubt of success . The catering of Airs . Shaw was of the very best and gave every satisfaction .
MASONIC BALL AT BOOTLE . The brethren connected with the Boolle Lodge , No . 1 413 , have inaugurated a very admirable scheme , which , we hope , will not only be maintained in future years with success , but will be generally imitated by other lod ges in the province of West Lancashire , and other divisions . On Thursday , the 28 th ult ., the brethren con-
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nected with the lodge , gave their first annual ball , at the Town Hall , Bootle ( near Liverpool ) , in aid of the funds of the Bootle Borough Hospital , an institution which does not now actually stand in need of funds , although thc the committee exercised great wisdom in striving to lay by for thc " rainy day " which may come . The claims upon the charity are increasing from year to year , thereby
necessitating increased funds ; and the effort to raise an endowment fund in connection with the institution , amply justified thc effort made by thc Bootle brethren to help in the good work . The complete success which attended the fashionable assembly , gave excellent promise that a substantial sum will be handed over to the treasurer of the hospital . Nobetterhallforthepurposes of thc " gay and festive "
could possibly have' been found , as all the rooms are very conveniently situated . The large hall and ante-rooms were beautifully decorated with flags , evergreens , mirrors , & c , by Bro . II . M . Molyneux , P . M . No . 823 , the proprietor of the hall , who displayed exquisite taste in all the arrangements ; and the tout ensemble was greatly enhanced by numerous specimens of choice statuary from
the establishment of Mr . T . Jones , of Mount Pleasant , Liverpool , kindly given through Bro . John E . Jackson , S . W . 667 . The ball was under distinguished patronage . The arrangements throughout were of the most satisfactory kind , and the general enjoyment and success of the assembly were greatly due to the exertions of the following committee of brethren , who were
untiring in their exertions to make the ball pleasant to every visitor : Bros * - S . E . Ibbs , W . M . 1473 , Chairman ; Harold Wyatt , S . W . 1473 , Vice-Chairman ; J . W . Turley , | . W . 147 ?; J . P . McArthur , P . M . Treasurer 1473 ; Richard Roberts ; Dr . Willis ; W . S . Barker ; J . Duncan , A . Paterson , W . II . Clemmey , W . Hughes , | . T . Dowling , J . W . McWean , C . Ferranti . As at the
recent ball at the Liverpool ' 1 own Hall , the stewards wore very beautiful badges , which were supplied by Bro . G . Kenning . Bro . II . M . Molyneux , very efficiently and courteously fulfilled thc duties of M . C . Bro . F . D . Pcarce , the lion , secretary , deserves his full share of credit for the zeal displayed in connection with his office . Mr . Eberle supplied the refreshments , and the music was
played by Mr . Martin ' s excellent quadrille band . His Worship , the Mayor of Bootle , was present , and the company included the elite of local society . Mr . E . II . Bramhall ' s quadrille band furnished excellent music , and the altering of Bro . and Mrs . Taylor , both in respect to supper and lighter refreshments , gave entire satisfaction . Dancing began shortly after nine o'clock , and was kept up
with great spirit until a seasonable hour . The duties of secretaryship were discharged by Bro . II . Bagot , P . M ., P . G . S . ; and Bro . G . B . Nalder , Hon . Secretary 1225 ; both of whom deserve honourable mention for contributing so much to the success of a ball which will doubtless result in a substantial addition tQ-thc funds of the noble Masonic charities .
MASONIC BALL IN HULL . The annual ball given by the Humber Lodge of Freemasons , No . 57 , in aid of the Masonic and Local Charities , took place on Thursday night , at the Public Rooms , Jarratt-street , and proved one of the most successful gatherings of the kind we have witnessed for some years past . Considerable interest always attaches to this reunion , and
the members of the I lumber Lodge are ever desirous that some improvement shall , if possible , be made in the arrangements for each succeeding year . Thus , Thursday night , were seen many additions to the ordinary embellishments of the ball-room and other accessories ; and nothing that could in any way enhance the pleasures of the event was left unstudied . The ball was under the patronage of
the Right Hon . the Earl of Carnarvon , R . W . Pro Grand Master of England ; the Right Hon . the Earl of Zetland , H . VV . Prov . Grand Master of North and East Yorkshire ; the Right Worshipful the Mayor of Hull ( Alderman Charles Wells , P . M ., P . Prov . G . W . ) ; Bros . J . P . Bell , M . D ., P . G . D . ol England , and D . P . G . M . of North and East Yorkshire ; the Sheriff of Hull ( Francis Summers , S . W . itf );
C . M . Norwood , M . P . ; Christopher Sykes , A / . f- \ , P . S . P . G . W . ; Lieut .-Col . Pease , J . P . ; A . Bannister , J . P ., P . Prov . S . G . D . ; the W . M ., Officers , and brethren of the Minerva Lodge , Hull ; Constitutional Lodge , Beverley ; St . Germain ' s Lodge , Selby ; Londesborough Lodge , Bridlington ; Pelham Pillar Lodge , Grimsby ; Kingston Lodge , Hull ; Sykes Lodge , Driffield ; and the Alexandra Lodge , Hornsea .
With such distinguished countenance and support , backed by the assiduous working of the committee , we were not surprised to meet a large gathering of the oflicers and brethren of the various lodges in the district ; and , as the request to appear in full Masonic costume was pretty generally complied with , a very gay and animated scene was made up . The company began to assemble soon
after nine o ' clock , and carriages continued to arrive in rapid succession for nearly a couple of hours , by which time the pleasures of the ball were at their height . On entering the hall at this hour the visitor could not fail to have been charmed with the elegant and elaborate preparations which had been made for the occasion . The orchestra was studded with fir trees , in similar style to
that witnessed at the Infirmary Ball , last week ; whilst in the centre was a large figure of " Peace , " and above this was the silk banner of the "Humber Chapter , founded 1811 . " The banner of the "Humber Lodgeof Free and Accepted Masons , established 1756 , " was also displayed , together with bannerets from several of the
lodges in thc town and neighbourhood , and these imparted a cheerful aspect to this end of the room . In front of the orchestra were three large stars , made up of ramrods and bayonets , and along the crimson facade were a variety of Masonic emblems , tic . Over the entrances were flags and banners , and in the doorways were hung White lace curtains , fastened with pink bows and rosettes :
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whilst mirrors and ornamental boxes , filled with flowers , were suitably disposed about thc walls , giving to the walls a most comfortable and elegant appearance . The floor was covered with holiand and , with Mr . R . Close ' s quadrille band in the orchestra , there was nothing left to be desired in those essentials of the ball-room . Nearly two hundred and fifty guests were present , ineludinc the Mayor and
Sheriff , the Worshipful Masters of several lodges , and many brethren who hold prominent positions in the Craft ; and the mingling of regalia and uniforms amongst the groups of ladies , whose toilettes were more than ordinarily elegant , made up a scene of surpassing gaiety and animation . The following gentlemen acted as officers and stewards , and in every way exerted themselves to secure
the comfort and enjoyment of the numerous company : — Bros . Jonathan West , W . M . ; Henry Preston , I . P . M . ; F . Summers , S . W . ; Thos . Thompson , J . W . ; fosh . Hindson , S . D . ; Thos . Taylor , J . D . ; J . E . Winspear , I . G . ; E . Kidd , C . S . ; G . Haigh , James Walker , Richard Boggett , W . II . Wellsted , A . Shaiid , E . Stone , A . Milntr , A . Loftus , Thos . Greasley , and Thomas Middleton . Bro . Alfred W . Ansell
acted efficiently as Director of Ceremonies , and Bro . J . G . Milncr as M . C . ; whilst the efforts of the committee were well seconded by Bro . T . Thompson , who proved himself a most indefatigable secretary . Through the kindness and liberality of Messrs . Maw , Till , and Kirke , the splendid furniture , which was lent by that firm for the Infirmary ball , was allowed to remain , and thus the ante-room to
which the guests retired from the heat and exertions of the dance presented a more than usually warm and luxurious aspect . In the vestibule light refreshments were dispensed during the evening , and in tkis department the arrangements were far superior to those of last year . In order to afford this additional accommodation supper was laid in the assembly-room upstairs , where a sumptuous
repast was provided by Bro . George Peacock . The dishes were interspersed with vases and epergnes filled with choice flowers , and the quality of the viands and wines supplied elicited the warmest expressions of commendation . The W . M ., Bro . Jonathan West , presided , and at the conclusion of the repast he proposed " The Queen and the Craft , " the toast being received most enthusiastically . "The
Health of the Mayor" was next given , and Alderman Wells responded in a few happily chosen sentences , in which he congratulated the promoters of the ball upon the great success which they had achieved . " The Health of Sheriff" was the next toast , and it was received most cordially , and briefly acknowledged by Mr . Summers . The W . M . of the Minerva Lodge , Bro . Ernes , next proposed
"The Health of Bro . Jonathan , the W . M . of Humber Lodge , " and the toast was received with the utmost warmth and sincerity . Bro . West , in acknowledging the toast , expressed the pleasure he felt at meeting so large a company on the occasion of their annual ball , and trusted that the pleasures which had been so well commenced might be continued for the rest of the night . He
complimented Bro . Peacock on the excellence of his arrangements , and thanked the committee , oflicers , and stewards , for the hearty way in which they had assisted to make the ball a success . Bro . Summers , S . W ., next gave "The Visitors , " for whom Bro . Garforth , W . M . of the Kingston Lodge , responded ; and Bro . Thomas Thompson proposed " The Ladies , " the toast being gallantly acknowledged by
Bro . C . Wells , jun . After supper dancing was resumed , and never for a moment abated in zest until the party broke up at a seasonable hour on Friday morning . We congratulate the members of the lodge upon the entire success which attended their efforts , for on every side we heard expressions of satisfaction with the manner in which the whole of the arrangements had been carried out .
MASONIC BALL AT BURY ST . EDMUND'S . On Friday , the 12 th inst ., a Masonic Ball , under the auspices of the W . M . and brethren of the Royal St . Edmund's Lodge , 1 , 008 , took place at the Athenaeum Hall . The company numbered about 230 . The W . M ., Captain C . J . Tufnell Oakes , officiated as master of the ceremonies , and the following brethren acted as stewards :
Brothers , the Worshipful the Mayor , G . Thompson , P . M . 1 , 008 ; Major T . J . Huddlcston , P . M . 1 , 008 , and P . P . G . S . W ., Suffolk ; Captain J . N . York , P . M . 1 , 008 , 88 , and P . P . G . S . W . Cambs . ; W . E . Bailey , I . P . M . 1 , 008 , and P . G . A . Sec . Suffolk ; J . Hendley Bevan , S . W . 1 , 008 ; f . D . Perrott , P . M . 651 , 1 , 072 , and P . Prov . G . S . W ., Wales ; William Patrick , J . D . 1 , 008 ; Henry Miller , I . G .
1 , 008 ; Capt . W . Home , 1 , 008 ; Henry L . Cocksedge , 1 , 008 ; Capt . E . P . Huddleston , 1 , 008 ; T . F . Lucia , 1 , 008 , and P . G . S . ; William Clarke , Steward 1 , 008 , P . Prov . G . S . Suffolk ; Charles Jennings , 1 , 008 ; W . J . Nunn , Org ., 1 , 008 ; Benjamin Chennell , 1 , 008 , J . D . 88 , and P . G . A . D . C . Cambs . ; Odden F . Read , 1 , 008 ; Philip Fitch , 1 , 008 ; E . M . Fyson , 1 , 008 ; J . G . Oliver , 1 , 008 ;
G . H . Nunn , 1 , 008 ; A . Dura George , W . M . 114 ; Samuel H . Wright , P . M . 516 , and P . Prov . G . R . Suffolk ; T . J . Smith , W . M . 516 ; Francis Wheeler , 1 , 224 . A capital supper was served by Bro . W . G . Guy , of the Angel Hotel . Howlett ' s excellent band occupied thc orchestra . The ball room was elaborately and elegantly decorated . At the South end of the room a large
crimson panel bore the inscription " Royal St . Edmund s Lodge , 1 , 008 , " in gold and blue ; and on a similar panel on each side , were the "Audi vide , tace . " Between each window on the East side was placed an elegant pier glass with a triplet of Royal Arch or Craft candles , and under them were crimson panels bearing the working tools or different degrees of blue Masonry . The staircases and
balcony at the North end were draped with crimson , inscribed " Faith , " " I . T . N . O . T . G . A . O . T . U . " in blue and gold characters . The beautiful silk bannerets of White Rose Chapter , 1 , 008 , lined the staircase , and had a very pretty effect . The brethren appeared in Craft clothing until eleven o ' clock , and afterwards in that of thc Royal Arch , Knights Templars , and other degrees ,
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the Marquis of Hartington , and the Hon . F . A . lev were displayed . The former was surmounted ^ " a trop hy of seven flags , anil the two latter with hies of dve flags each . The buffet was at the extreme 11 "IT of the stage , and decorated with handsome cande-Mi -i and p late , besides the good things which were in-, l ' ed for the consumption of the company . In front of
this i « thc side-wings , were the supper-tables , two in umber which were arranged in a manner which did Bro . Tivlor , ' of the Hartington and Bull Hotels , who had thc itire management of the refreshment department , immense credit . Round each table were handsome couches and chairs upholstered in crimson morocco , and on the walls , which were draped in blue , were several choice oil
and water-colour paintings , chiefly depicting lake scenery , and a handsome crayon portrait of thc Duke of Devonshire . The gem of the supper-room decorations , however , was the large fountain which had been erected in the centre of the room . From this fountain , which was surrounded by the choicest ferns , orchids , and other hothouse , foliage , and flowering plants , jets of water were
thrown about eighteen inches , and fell over a diminutive rockery , into a basin at the foot , in which a number of gold fish disported themselves . The water fell with a pleasing sound , and imparted a charming coolness to the atmosphere of the room . At the opposite end of thc hall the shields of Bros . Sir James Ramsden , J . T . Smith ( Mayor of Barrow ) , and Schneider relieved thc screen in front of the
gallery , the whole imparting a pleasing effect to the room . Over the eight shields which ordinarily adorn the sides of the hall were placed smaller trophies of three flags , and from each of the principals was suspended a handsome silk banneret , the whole bearing the names of thc principal cities and towns between which and Barrow trade is carried on . These latter were lent for the occasion by the Furness
Railway Company . The gallery , which was very prettily adorned , was alloted to the musicians , who were statiuned on a raised level platform , behind which hung the magnificent banner , with the motto " Semper Sersum , " recently presented by Bro . Sir James Ramsden to the Barrow Cricket Club . The gallery on cither side of the baudstage was entirely screened from view by lace curtains ,
looped with blue silk sashes . Masonic and Royal Arch bannerets and emblems were placed at intervals on and adjacent to the walls , and besides these there were two very pretty pictures—one a view of the Masonic Institution for Boys , and the other the Masonic School for Girls , both of which very excellent institutions are in London—and a hand-illuminated address recording the number of votes
which the Hartington Lodge , No . 1021 , possesses 111 perpetuity for the various Masonic charities . Among the gentlemen who kindly lent furniture , plants , decorations , ami oilier articles for thc ball were Bros .. Sir James Jlanisilen , his Worship the Mayor ( J . T . Smith ) , Joseph l- 'ish-r , Gradwell , Tcwnson , Ashburner , F . Worrall , R . T . Taylor , II . Pickavance , and others .
MASONIC BALL AT HUDDERSFIELD . Since the New Year came in there have been several balls in Huddersfield in connection with the Lodge of Harmony , No . 275 , and Lodge of Huddersfield , No . 290 . Thc ball of the season took place on Friday evening , February 12 th , 1875 , in connection with the Lodge of Truth , No , - ; ii , in their new and spacious lodge-room ,
Fitz-Williamstreit , which was most effectively decorated for the occasion , and was univirsally admired by all present . The thanks of the brethren are due to Bros . Jackson , P . M ., and H . Platts for the elegant designs and decorations , the walls being draped with white muslin , relieved at intervals with large mirrors , and in various parts of the hall were baskets of imitation fruit and ( lowers , which completed the
fairy-like scene . Dancing commenced about half-past eight , and was continued until far en Saturday morning , and at last , " when daylight did appear , " there were still a lew enthusiastic brethren left to think of pleasures past . The stewards did all in their power to make everyone happy , and were rewarded with success , so far as the younger brethren anil ladies were concerned ; wc should
have liked to have seen them more attentive to the ladies of more mature age . The Masters of Ceremonies did their work with efficiency and to the satisfaction of every one present . The brethren appeared in Masonic clothing , according to their rank and the degrees they had taken . Craft , Mark , Royal Arch , Knights Templar , and Rose Croix forming a various and beautiful scene .
Amongst the brethren present we noticed Bros . J . Craven , P . M ., P . Prov . G . S . W . ; William Smith , P . M ., P . Z . P . Prov . G . D . C ; T . S . Iliggins , P . M ., P . Prov . G . D . C ; George Marshall , P . M ., M . E . Z . ; Allan Jackson , P . M ., P . Z . J B . Hutchinson , P . M ., P . Z . 290 ; Harrop , P . M . 290 ; Joseph Hurst , P . M . ; J . W . Tempest , P . M . ; Joseph Varley , I . P . M . ; Jos . Wood , P . M . ; ] . W . Turner , P . M .,
P . S . ; | oshua Marshall , W . M . A . S ., P . Prov . G . O . ; T . Jackson , Past S . W . ; J . W . Hinchliffe , S . W ., P . S . ; Joseph Holdsworth , J . W . ; Sunderland , J . W . 1301 ; John Lunn , Sec , A . S . ; Samuel Kelly , 30 ° , ' Albert Midgley , i ( i ° , and others . The musical arrangements were under the management of Bro . Joshua Marshall , W . M .,
P . Prov . G . O ., and gave every satisfaction , which , under such able management , they could not fail to do . This has certainly been one of the best Masonic balls ever held in Huddersfield , and in conclusion we can only wish the committee of management to do as ably next year , and they cannot doubt of success . The catering of Airs . Shaw was of the very best and gave every satisfaction .
MASONIC BALL AT BOOTLE . The brethren connected with the Boolle Lodge , No . 1 413 , have inaugurated a very admirable scheme , which , we hope , will not only be maintained in future years with success , but will be generally imitated by other lod ges in the province of West Lancashire , and other divisions . On Thursday , the 28 th ult ., the brethren con-
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nected with the lodge , gave their first annual ball , at the Town Hall , Bootle ( near Liverpool ) , in aid of the funds of the Bootle Borough Hospital , an institution which does not now actually stand in need of funds , although thc the committee exercised great wisdom in striving to lay by for thc " rainy day " which may come . The claims upon the charity are increasing from year to year , thereby
necessitating increased funds ; and the effort to raise an endowment fund in connection with the institution , amply justified thc effort made by thc Bootle brethren to help in the good work . The complete success which attended the fashionable assembly , gave excellent promise that a substantial sum will be handed over to the treasurer of the hospital . Nobetterhallforthepurposes of thc " gay and festive "
could possibly have' been found , as all the rooms are very conveniently situated . The large hall and ante-rooms were beautifully decorated with flags , evergreens , mirrors , & c , by Bro . II . M . Molyneux , P . M . No . 823 , the proprietor of the hall , who displayed exquisite taste in all the arrangements ; and the tout ensemble was greatly enhanced by numerous specimens of choice statuary from
the establishment of Mr . T . Jones , of Mount Pleasant , Liverpool , kindly given through Bro . John E . Jackson , S . W . 667 . The ball was under distinguished patronage . The arrangements throughout were of the most satisfactory kind , and the general enjoyment and success of the assembly were greatly due to the exertions of the following committee of brethren , who were
untiring in their exertions to make the ball pleasant to every visitor : Bros * - S . E . Ibbs , W . M . 1473 , Chairman ; Harold Wyatt , S . W . 1473 , Vice-Chairman ; J . W . Turley , | . W . 147 ?; J . P . McArthur , P . M . Treasurer 1473 ; Richard Roberts ; Dr . Willis ; W . S . Barker ; J . Duncan , A . Paterson , W . II . Clemmey , W . Hughes , | . T . Dowling , J . W . McWean , C . Ferranti . As at the
recent ball at the Liverpool ' 1 own Hall , the stewards wore very beautiful badges , which were supplied by Bro . G . Kenning . Bro . II . M . Molyneux , very efficiently and courteously fulfilled thc duties of M . C . Bro . F . D . Pcarce , the lion , secretary , deserves his full share of credit for the zeal displayed in connection with his office . Mr . Eberle supplied the refreshments , and the music was
played by Mr . Martin ' s excellent quadrille band . His Worship , the Mayor of Bootle , was present , and the company included the elite of local society . Mr . E . II . Bramhall ' s quadrille band furnished excellent music , and the altering of Bro . and Mrs . Taylor , both in respect to supper and lighter refreshments , gave entire satisfaction . Dancing began shortly after nine o'clock , and was kept up
with great spirit until a seasonable hour . The duties of secretaryship were discharged by Bro . II . Bagot , P . M ., P . G . S . ; and Bro . G . B . Nalder , Hon . Secretary 1225 ; both of whom deserve honourable mention for contributing so much to the success of a ball which will doubtless result in a substantial addition tQ-thc funds of the noble Masonic charities .
MASONIC BALL IN HULL . The annual ball given by the Humber Lodge of Freemasons , No . 57 , in aid of the Masonic and Local Charities , took place on Thursday night , at the Public Rooms , Jarratt-street , and proved one of the most successful gatherings of the kind we have witnessed for some years past . Considerable interest always attaches to this reunion , and
the members of the I lumber Lodge are ever desirous that some improvement shall , if possible , be made in the arrangements for each succeeding year . Thus , Thursday night , were seen many additions to the ordinary embellishments of the ball-room and other accessories ; and nothing that could in any way enhance the pleasures of the event was left unstudied . The ball was under the patronage of
the Right Hon . the Earl of Carnarvon , R . W . Pro Grand Master of England ; the Right Hon . the Earl of Zetland , H . VV . Prov . Grand Master of North and East Yorkshire ; the Right Worshipful the Mayor of Hull ( Alderman Charles Wells , P . M ., P . Prov . G . W . ) ; Bros . J . P . Bell , M . D ., P . G . D . ol England , and D . P . G . M . of North and East Yorkshire ; the Sheriff of Hull ( Francis Summers , S . W . itf );
C . M . Norwood , M . P . ; Christopher Sykes , A / . f- \ , P . S . P . G . W . ; Lieut .-Col . Pease , J . P . ; A . Bannister , J . P ., P . Prov . S . G . D . ; the W . M ., Officers , and brethren of the Minerva Lodge , Hull ; Constitutional Lodge , Beverley ; St . Germain ' s Lodge , Selby ; Londesborough Lodge , Bridlington ; Pelham Pillar Lodge , Grimsby ; Kingston Lodge , Hull ; Sykes Lodge , Driffield ; and the Alexandra Lodge , Hornsea .
With such distinguished countenance and support , backed by the assiduous working of the committee , we were not surprised to meet a large gathering of the oflicers and brethren of the various lodges in the district ; and , as the request to appear in full Masonic costume was pretty generally complied with , a very gay and animated scene was made up . The company began to assemble soon
after nine o ' clock , and carriages continued to arrive in rapid succession for nearly a couple of hours , by which time the pleasures of the ball were at their height . On entering the hall at this hour the visitor could not fail to have been charmed with the elegant and elaborate preparations which had been made for the occasion . The orchestra was studded with fir trees , in similar style to
that witnessed at the Infirmary Ball , last week ; whilst in the centre was a large figure of " Peace , " and above this was the silk banner of the "Humber Chapter , founded 1811 . " The banner of the "Humber Lodgeof Free and Accepted Masons , established 1756 , " was also displayed , together with bannerets from several of the
lodges in thc town and neighbourhood , and these imparted a cheerful aspect to this end of the room . In front of the orchestra were three large stars , made up of ramrods and bayonets , and along the crimson facade were a variety of Masonic emblems , tic . Over the entrances were flags and banners , and in the doorways were hung White lace curtains , fastened with pink bows and rosettes :
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whilst mirrors and ornamental boxes , filled with flowers , were suitably disposed about thc walls , giving to the walls a most comfortable and elegant appearance . The floor was covered with holiand and , with Mr . R . Close ' s quadrille band in the orchestra , there was nothing left to be desired in those essentials of the ball-room . Nearly two hundred and fifty guests were present , ineludinc the Mayor and
Sheriff , the Worshipful Masters of several lodges , and many brethren who hold prominent positions in the Craft ; and the mingling of regalia and uniforms amongst the groups of ladies , whose toilettes were more than ordinarily elegant , made up a scene of surpassing gaiety and animation . The following gentlemen acted as officers and stewards , and in every way exerted themselves to secure
the comfort and enjoyment of the numerous company : — Bros . Jonathan West , W . M . ; Henry Preston , I . P . M . ; F . Summers , S . W . ; Thos . Thompson , J . W . ; fosh . Hindson , S . D . ; Thos . Taylor , J . D . ; J . E . Winspear , I . G . ; E . Kidd , C . S . ; G . Haigh , James Walker , Richard Boggett , W . II . Wellsted , A . Shaiid , E . Stone , A . Milntr , A . Loftus , Thos . Greasley , and Thomas Middleton . Bro . Alfred W . Ansell
acted efficiently as Director of Ceremonies , and Bro . J . G . Milncr as M . C . ; whilst the efforts of the committee were well seconded by Bro . T . Thompson , who proved himself a most indefatigable secretary . Through the kindness and liberality of Messrs . Maw , Till , and Kirke , the splendid furniture , which was lent by that firm for the Infirmary ball , was allowed to remain , and thus the ante-room to
which the guests retired from the heat and exertions of the dance presented a more than usually warm and luxurious aspect . In the vestibule light refreshments were dispensed during the evening , and in tkis department the arrangements were far superior to those of last year . In order to afford this additional accommodation supper was laid in the assembly-room upstairs , where a sumptuous
repast was provided by Bro . George Peacock . The dishes were interspersed with vases and epergnes filled with choice flowers , and the quality of the viands and wines supplied elicited the warmest expressions of commendation . The W . M ., Bro . Jonathan West , presided , and at the conclusion of the repast he proposed " The Queen and the Craft , " the toast being received most enthusiastically . "The
Health of the Mayor" was next given , and Alderman Wells responded in a few happily chosen sentences , in which he congratulated the promoters of the ball upon the great success which they had achieved . " The Health of Sheriff" was the next toast , and it was received most cordially , and briefly acknowledged by Mr . Summers . The W . M . of the Minerva Lodge , Bro . Ernes , next proposed
"The Health of Bro . Jonathan , the W . M . of Humber Lodge , " and the toast was received with the utmost warmth and sincerity . Bro . West , in acknowledging the toast , expressed the pleasure he felt at meeting so large a company on the occasion of their annual ball , and trusted that the pleasures which had been so well commenced might be continued for the rest of the night . He
complimented Bro . Peacock on the excellence of his arrangements , and thanked the committee , oflicers , and stewards , for the hearty way in which they had assisted to make the ball a success . Bro . Summers , S . W ., next gave "The Visitors , " for whom Bro . Garforth , W . M . of the Kingston Lodge , responded ; and Bro . Thomas Thompson proposed " The Ladies , " the toast being gallantly acknowledged by
Bro . C . Wells , jun . After supper dancing was resumed , and never for a moment abated in zest until the party broke up at a seasonable hour on Friday morning . We congratulate the members of the lodge upon the entire success which attended their efforts , for on every side we heard expressions of satisfaction with the manner in which the whole of the arrangements had been carried out .
MASONIC BALL AT BURY ST . EDMUND'S . On Friday , the 12 th inst ., a Masonic Ball , under the auspices of the W . M . and brethren of the Royal St . Edmund's Lodge , 1 , 008 , took place at the Athenaeum Hall . The company numbered about 230 . The W . M ., Captain C . J . Tufnell Oakes , officiated as master of the ceremonies , and the following brethren acted as stewards :
Brothers , the Worshipful the Mayor , G . Thompson , P . M . 1 , 008 ; Major T . J . Huddlcston , P . M . 1 , 008 , and P . P . G . S . W ., Suffolk ; Captain J . N . York , P . M . 1 , 008 , 88 , and P . P . G . S . W . Cambs . ; W . E . Bailey , I . P . M . 1 , 008 , and P . G . A . Sec . Suffolk ; J . Hendley Bevan , S . W . 1 , 008 ; f . D . Perrott , P . M . 651 , 1 , 072 , and P . Prov . G . S . W ., Wales ; William Patrick , J . D . 1 , 008 ; Henry Miller , I . G .
1 , 008 ; Capt . W . Home , 1 , 008 ; Henry L . Cocksedge , 1 , 008 ; Capt . E . P . Huddleston , 1 , 008 ; T . F . Lucia , 1 , 008 , and P . G . S . ; William Clarke , Steward 1 , 008 , P . Prov . G . S . Suffolk ; Charles Jennings , 1 , 008 ; W . J . Nunn , Org ., 1 , 008 ; Benjamin Chennell , 1 , 008 , J . D . 88 , and P . G . A . D . C . Cambs . ; Odden F . Read , 1 , 008 ; Philip Fitch , 1 , 008 ; E . M . Fyson , 1 , 008 ; J . G . Oliver , 1 , 008 ;
G . H . Nunn , 1 , 008 ; A . Dura George , W . M . 114 ; Samuel H . Wright , P . M . 516 , and P . Prov . G . R . Suffolk ; T . J . Smith , W . M . 516 ; Francis Wheeler , 1 , 224 . A capital supper was served by Bro . W . G . Guy , of the Angel Hotel . Howlett ' s excellent band occupied thc orchestra . The ball room was elaborately and elegantly decorated . At the South end of the room a large
crimson panel bore the inscription " Royal St . Edmund s Lodge , 1 , 008 , " in gold and blue ; and on a similar panel on each side , were the "Audi vide , tace . " Between each window on the East side was placed an elegant pier glass with a triplet of Royal Arch or Craft candles , and under them were crimson panels bearing the working tools or different degrees of blue Masonry . The staircases and
balcony at the North end were draped with crimson , inscribed " Faith , " " I . T . N . O . T . G . A . O . T . U . " in blue and gold characters . The beautiful silk bannerets of White Rose Chapter , 1 , 008 , lined the staircase , and had a very pretty effect . The brethren appeared in Craft clothing until eleven o ' clock , and afterwards in that of thc Royal Arch , Knights Templars , and other degrees ,