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Dunbar , S . W ., having replied for "The Officers , " the Tyler's toast was then given , bringing a most enjoyable evening to a close . It was remarked that the members of the lodge were 14 in number and visitors about 34 . This needs no comment ;
but tells its own tale . St . Thomas Lodge has been noted for over a century for its unbounded hospitality . The musical arrangements were under the management of Miss Mary Bebal , assisted by Miss Margaret Cockburn , Bro . Alfred Kenningham , Bro . Chaplin Henry , and Bro . J . Kift , and gave very great satisfaction .
RANELAGH LODGE ( No . 834 ) . —The election meeting of this influential and increasing lodge took place at the Criterion Restaurant , Piccadilly , VV ., on Tuesday , the 9 th inst ., when there were the following officers and brethren present : Bros . Sims , W . M .,- Dopson , S . W . ; Blake , J . W . ; John Tuck , Sec ; Copplestone , S . D . ; Doncaster , J . D . ; Burton , I . G . j Walkley , Tyler ; H .
Purdue , I . P . M . ; Oliver , P . M . ; Shaw , P . M . ; Slack , P . M . ; Butt , P . M ., Treas . ; Edwin Lucas , A . VVilliams , Bird , Wilkins , Kemp , Holworthy , Boyes , Ptchard , Newland , H . Williams , Eason , Water , Chamers , Holland , White , Williams , Hewett , Iredale , Cartwright , Spooner , Cliburn , Iceton , Banks , E . Lucas , May , and others . Bro . Windeyer , P . M ., P . P . G . R . Kent , was a visitor .
The lodge was opened in due form ; the minutes of the last regular and emergency meetings were read and confirmed . The ballot was taken for Messrs . Iceton and Wicks , which proved unanimous in each case . This being election night the bye-laws were read . _ Mr . Iceton being in attendance was admitted and duly initiated into Freemasonry . Bro . Shaw was then passed to the Degree of
F . C . by the W . M . in his usual masterly manner . Thc election of W . M . for the ensuing year proved unanimous in favour of Bro . Dopson , S . W ., who thanked the lodge in a few well-chosen words for that mark of their esteem . Bro . Purdue , I . P . M ., proposed , and Bro . Slack seconded , Bro . Butt , P . M ., as Treasurer , which was also unanimous . Bros . LucasStotworthy , Cliburn , A . Williams , and
Don-, caster were elected Auditors . The W . M . kindly consented to represent thelodge at the ensuing Festival for the Girls ' School , when Bro . Purdue proposed , and Bro . Banks seconded , that the sum of ten guineas should be placed on his list to form a nucleus , which was unanimously carried . Bro . Blake , J . W ., also kindly offered to present
to the lodge a Charity box , which was unanimously accepted with very many thanks . A letter of resignation was read from Bro . Bean , P . M ., father of the lodge , and received by the brethren with very great regret . Bro . Bean has been a long sufferer from asthma , to which is now added an attack of bronchitis , which prevents him from being out
these inclement wintry evenings . There being no further Masonic business the lodge was closed in due form , and the brethren adjourned to the banquet room , where , after partaking of one of those excellent banquets so well known to the habitues of the Criterion , the usual loyal and Masonic toasts were proposed
and heartily responded to . "The Initiate , " "The Visitor , " and "The Ofiicers " met with the same reception , and the Tyler ' s toast concluded one of the most enjoyable evenings , where brotherly love and our old adage of being happy ourselves and communicating happiness to others makes it a pleasure for any brother to visit the Ranelagh Lodge .
TEMPERANCE IN THE EAST LODGE ( No . S 9 S ) . —An unusually large attendance of the members of the above prosperous lodge was held at the Assembly Rooms , Newby-place , Poplar . The W . M ., Bro . George Sidders , was well supported by his officers , P . M . 's , brethren , and visitors , numbering together over 100 present . There were candidates for the three Degrees ; Bros . Butler
and Churchman , of 7 S 1 , were raised , Bros . Hammond and Mant passed , and Messrs . Wm . Wilkins and J . Turpin were initiated , the former candidate by Bro . Graveley , P . M ., by permission of the W . M . Ceremonial working being ended , the usual claims which are made at every lodge meeting of S 9 S , were discussed and treated with even a larger degree than usual of liberality . One decayed
brother was awarded £ 15 -, a widow of a late brother £ 10 ; and another applicant £ 5 from lodge funds . The W . M . ' s Stewardship , on behalf of the Aged Freemasons , was then discussed , and a grant—worthy of this lodge— of twentyfive guineas , was munificently made from lodge funds ; and even this large sum was scarcely deemed sufficient , for several members were anxious to grant 50 guineas in
support of this deserving Institution . Lodge was closed , and the lodge room was arranged for the banquet , and when it is remembered that the brethren meet in a private establishment , and purvey for themselves , yet credit is due to those in charge of the arrangements for the entire success that attended their labours , and that , too , under such a severe strain as the large number of
brethren present caused . The usual toasts fdlowed the removal of the cloth , and all was enjoyable . Bro . Sherwin , Org ., as usual , was efficient at the instrument , both during the ceremonies and at the accompaniment , and a memorable meeting was brought to a close with the Tyler's toast—one particularly applicable in this lodge on account of the large number of
its members who follow the profession of navigation , and are thereby constantly travelling to and from their " native land . " Among the P . M . ' s present we must mention Bros . Pulsford , Graveley , Rogers , Cooper , Carter , Neville , Chapman , and Williams ; Bros . Dr . C VV . Smith , Sec ; and J . R . Waller , Treas . Among the visitors were Bros .
Cooper , 17 S 3 ; Mumms , J . W . 1604 ; Hendy . 12 ( S . C ); J . Ives , P . M . 1472 ; J . H . Brown , 933 ; Tyler , D . C . 16 S 5 ; Churchman , 781 ; Buchan , P . M . 1259 ; Warner , 1571 ; R . J . Tucker , P . M . 933 ; Fox , P . M . 990 ; Slater , 1076 ; Brown , P . M . 1 C 9 ; Manley , 177 ; Mills , D . C . 1765 ; ) . Limm , Org . 1382 ; G . C Minchin , 10 ; and G . H . Stephens , P . M . 1 * 023 .
CITY OF LONDON LODGE ( No . 901 ) . — A meeting of this flourishing lodge took place at the Guildhall Tavern , Gresham-street , E . C , on Monday , the 15 th inst . Present : Bros . Harbord , W . M . ; McClelland , I . P . M . ; Dan . Hughes , S . W . ; R . P . Stevens , J . W . j J . Hughes , P . M ., Treas . ; C . Beaumont , P . M ., Sec ; Hoddinott , S . D . ; Haylock , J . D . ; Fimister , Org . ; Clinch , D . C ; Prince , I . G . ; Whur , W . S . ; Gross , E . Venner , Rubardt , Stwds . ; Woodstock , Tyler ; Lewis , P . M . 1 Griffith , P . M . ; G . A . Cundy , P . M . ; Ginger , P . M . ; David
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Hughes , P . M . ; Ford , Gillard , E . W . Cundy , Eade , Clarke , Barwell , Corkhill , Haydens Diamond , Bater , Sheffield , Ross , Reynolds , Linstead , Tayior , H . Smith , and Burnell . Visitors : Bros . Puxty , 1507 ; G . VV . Thompson , 169 ; and Laurence , P . M ., 901 . The lodge opened in due form . The minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed . A ballot having proved unanimous in favour of Mr . Robert Reynolds and
Mr . George A . Linstead , and both candidates being present , they were then initiated into our ancient Order . The lodge was then opened in the Second Degree , and Bro . Hayden duly passed to the degree of F . C . Messrs . Pratt , Wilkinson , and Tuck were proposed for initiation at the next meeting of the lodge . The brethren then adjourned to the dinner , at which the usual loyal and Masonic toasts were given and honoured .
DUKE OF EDINBURGH LODGE ( No . 1259 ) . —This lodge met on the 2 nd inst ., at the Cape of Good Hope , opposite Limehouse Church , E . The lodge was called for seven , and doubtless it was this fact which will account for the paucity of the attendance of brethrenan unusual state of affairs on the opening night of the new year . Bro . Wm . Esmond , W . M ., was supported by Bros .
Wakefield , S . VV . ; L . Ettling , J . VV . ; E . Jex , C . C , P . M ., Treas . ; Bradbrook , P . M ., Sec ; I . Charlton , I . P . M . ; Buchan , P . M . ; Rowe , P . M . ; Atkins , P . M . ; Rolfe , P . M . ; Moore , S . D . ; Dixon , J . D . ; Steel , I . G . ; Parrett , King , Omer , Toombs , G . H . Willetts , R . H . Willetts , W . H . Pearce , and others . The work upon the agenda comprised conferring * the Degree of M . M . upon Bros . G . H . and R . H . Willetts and
VV . H . Pearce , and the work was really well done . 'The subject of the VV . M ., acting as Steward for the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution was discussed , and £ 10 ios . was voted in support of his list , the only want of unanimity in this taking the direction of a wish to give a larger sum . Other matters occupied the attention of the brethren ,
and ata late hour lodge was closed . Some of the brethren staying , honoured the usual toasts , while a glass of grog and a cigar was discussed , and a pleasant hour was passed . Bro . Seddon , P . M ., the obliging Organist , successfully bringing each of the singers up to pitch , despite the excuses on the score of colds . Amongst those who sang were Bros . Parrett , Atkins , P . M . ; Dixon , Stephens , P . M . ; Buchan , and others .
ISLINGTON LODGE ( No . 1471 ) . —The installation meeting of this prosperous lodge was held at thc Cock Tavern , Highbury , on Thursday , the nth inst ., when there was a large attendance of members and visitors . Among the members were the following ; Bros . A . C . Halestrap , VV . M . ; VV . Shurmur , S . VV . ; T . Hunt , J . W . ; Edgar Bowyer , P . G . S . B ., Treas . ; D . P . Holness ,
P . M ., Sec ; J . H . Thompson , S . D . ; J . Petch , J . D . ; VV . Davies , D . C . ; J . M . Scarlet , Org . ; H . . Hunt , I . C ; S . Napper , Stwd . ; H . Cox , P . M . ; E . Blinkhorn , P . M . ; and j . L . Mather , P . M . Visitors : Bros . Col . Shadwell H . Clerke , G . Sec ; J . S . Eastes . P . G . D . ; F . Binckes , P . G . Stwd ., Sec . R . M . I . B . ; E . Woodman , W . M . 1950 ; E . Walker , VV . M . 1766 ; J . Hooke , P . P . G . D . C . Surrey ,
VV . M . 463 ; J . Bayne , Org . 1 S 97 ; C . W . Eves , Ireas , 77 ; J . M . Buckley , S . D . 1320 ; G . S . Elliott , P . M . 749 ; G Croxton , P . M . 17 C 9 ; R . Garner , W . S . 1602 ; H . S Goodall , P . M . 7 S 4 ; j . Roberts , P . M . 65 ; S . J . Turner , J . D . 159 S ; A . Tanqueray . J . D . 33 ; R . P . Forge , S . VV , 1603 ; W . H . Mackney , VV . M . 127 S ; f . E . Terry , S . D . 1064 : L . Wall , S . W . iSS ; J . VV . Cluff , S . D . so ; I . A .
Burton , S . W . 1924 ; J . Hughes , P . M . 1 S 1 G ; A . G . Dodson , P . M . iSS ; W . W . Lee , 1897 ; and many others . The lodge having been opened , and the usual routine business disposed ot , Mr . A . Snook was balloted for , which proving unanimous in his favour , he was regularly initiated into Freemasonry . The Audit report was then adopted , after which Bro . Wm . Shurmur , W . M . elect , was presented
for installation and duly installed into the chair of the lodge by the retiring Master . The following were appointed and invested as officers : Bros . Thomas Hunt , S . W . j John H . Thompson , J . W . ; Edgar Bowyer , P . G . S . B ., Treas . ; IJ . P . Holness , P . M ., Sec . ; J . Petch , S . D . ; H . Hunt , J . D . ; W . Davies , I . G . ; S . Napper , D . C . j J . M . Scarlet , Stwd . ; and Couchman , Tyler .
The usual addresses having been ably rendered , it was unanimously resolved that the sum of 10 guineas be taken from the lodge funds and placed on the list of the VV . M ., who intends serving as Steward at the forthcoming Festival of the R . M . I , for Boys . There being no further Masonic business , the lodge was closed in due form . An excellent banquet followed , and at its conclusion the
customary toasts were honoured , " The Queen and the Craft" and "H . R . H . the M . W . G . M . " being both received with the usual enthusiasm . In proposing "The Health of the Grand Officers , " the Worshipful Master observed that those brethren who had attained the privilege of attending Grand Lodge were aware of the admirable example set by the Grand Officers .
He wa glad to say that they were honoured with the presence of Grand Ofiicers that evening , and it afforded him great pleasure to couple thc name of Bro . Eastes , P . G . D ., with this toast . Bro . J . S . Eastes , P . G . D ., expressed his grateful thanks to the VV . M . and brethren for the reception given to this toast . He felt very proud of being able to respond for the
Grand Officers , but sincerely regretted that the Grand Secretary , who had been present during the lodge , was not able to stay . He could assure them that every Grand Officer was animated with the same motive—to do his best for the benefit of the Craft . It was extremely gratifying to him to see the manner in which the Installing Master had performed the ceremony of installation . He again
thanked them for the kind reception he had met with , and felt sure that this toast would always be as heartily received while they had such brethren as the Earl of Carnarvon and the Earl of Lathom to uphold the prestige of Grand Lodge . Bro . Halestrap , I . P . M ., then rose , and said for the first time since leaving the chair hc had taken possession of the
gavel , and they would all know it was for the purpose of proposing " The Health of their esteemed VV . M . " He was certain it would not require many words of his to obtain for this toast a hearty reception . The brethren had all witnessed the . admirable manner in which the W . M . had carried out the duties connected with the other offices he had held in the lodge , and wcre confident he would
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perform the duties ofthe chair in the same excellent style . The one thing that reconciled him ( the I . P . M . ) to leaving the chair , was the fact that he was followed by a Master who would do Ihe work in a manner that would meet with theappreciation of the brethren , and maintain the proud position the lodge now held . Bro . Shurmur , W . M ., in response , tendered his most sincere thanks to the I . P . M . for his flattering remarks ,
and to the brethren for the heartv manner in which they had received the toast . He ( the W . M . ) feared that he did not deserve half the eulogy bestowed upon him by the I . P . M ., but assured the brethren that he would try to fulfil his duties to their satisfaction . The ncxt toast it was his privilege to propose was that of " The Initiate . " Without initiates Freemasonry would soon come to an end , for they infused new life and blood into the institution . He sincerely
trusted that the initiate of that evening would not fail to reach the proud position of Master of the lodge . Bro . Snook , after returning thanks for the cordial reception he had met with , expressed his pleasure at having been initiated into the Order , and hoped that he would prove a worthy member of it . "The Health of the Installing Master" was next proposed by the VV . Master , who said that he considered the
best thanks of the lodge were due to Bro . Halestrap , the I . P . M ., for the impressive manner in which he had performed the installation ceremony . He was personally grateful to Bro . Halestrap , for it was entirely owing to his persuasions and advice " that he ^ had gone into oflice , and had at last reached the chair . Bro Halestrap , I . P . M ., said he was quite unable to find words * to express his thanks for the cordial manner in
which the toast of his health had bcen received . It had been a pleasing privilege to him to instal Hro . Shurmur into the chair , and one that he had looked forward to for many years . Their W . M ., as the brethren had heard , had at first been inclined to take Freemasonry in a very free and easy manner . He had always supported the Masonic Charities , but had never been disposed 11 take office until persuaded to do so hy himself , and he
( the I . P . M . ) hoped that at the end of the year the brethren would think that his persuasions had resulted successfully . "The Visitors" was next given by thc W . M ., who referred to the beneficial effects resulu ' ng from brethren visiting other lodges . It led to an interchange of ideas and experiences , and it put the oflicers of a lodge on their mettle when visitors were present . He was pleased to fay
that they were favoured that evening wilh a large and influential gathering of visitors , to all of whom , in the name of tlie [ odge , he tendered a waim and hearty wrlccme . Bro . Eastes , P . G . I ) ., responded , and , after returning thanks , said that he felt sure the W . M . had a happy and prosperous time before him . ¦ > Bro . Walker , VV . M . 1760 ' , heartily thanked the VV . M . and the brethren on behalf of the visitors for the piofuse
hospitality shown to them . He had personally known the VV . M . for many years , and it was , therefore , very gratifying to him to see him in the chair of such a flourishing lodge . He assured the membe . s of the Islington Lodgo that they had in their Master a really Operative Mason , who would be able to instruct them in the arts and sciences that have made Masonry famous all over thc world .
Bro . A . Tanqueray , J . D . ^ , also responded , and said that visiting lodges was associated in his mind with two p leasing thoughts , and had two pleasing results . Fur , firstly , whenever a Mason visited a lodge it enaMed him to renew the friendships commenced in school life , and made them ripen with years into a deep and lasting attachment . And , secondly , it brought a broiher in contact with those with whom be was associated in busine .-s life .
Ihe latter was the case with him that erening , and it was very pleasing to him to have the association of those connected with him in commercial transactions renoved in a Masonic lodge . " The Past Masters" was the next toast proposed by the VV . M ., who said that when all were so good it was difficult to paitcularise . Hecongratulated the I . P . M ., Hro . Malestrap , on his past year ' s service , and said it was his
pleasing duty tu attach to his breast thr jewel unanimously voted by the lodge , as a token of the high esteem wilh whiih he was regarded . He trusted tint he would be spared for many years to be with the P . M . 's . Bro . Halestrap , I . P . M ., tendered his sincere thanks for the handsome jewel presented to him . He had always endeavoured to do his duty , and trusted It would be a lesson to those who followed him . He thought it was at all times
pleasing to feel that they had done their duty ; but that feeling was unbounded when they were rewarded in the hands . me manner that he had been that evening . The VV . M . next proposed "The Masonic Charities , " and in doing so said that it was not his intention to dilate at any length upon that toast , as he intended to couple with it the nameof Bro . Binckes , the Secretary of the Royal Masonic Institution for Boys .
Bro . F . Binckes , Sec . R . M . I . B ., in responding , said that he was assured very few remarks from him were required to obtain for this toast the warmest reception , for there were few lodges that had done more good and honest work for the Masonic Charities than the Islington Lodge . There was no need for him to weary the brethren with many details , for they had a record that any lodge might be proud of , and there were several brethren present that evening
who had done much to benefit those Charities . It was very difficult to say which of the Charities should receive the most suppoit ; but the Institution he represented was , he maintained , the most needy and mor-t deserving . The Buys ' School had but £ 17 , 000 funded money , and there was at the present time a deficit of about £ 3300 , which he asked their assistance 11 collect . About 25 years ago , there were only 70 boys imperfect y provided for ; but an increase was
being made that would bring the total number to about 240 . lie relied on their assistance to maintain the sons of those who had sat at the banquet tables of the lodges in their prosperity—some of them perhaps at the table of that very lodge . It was his pleasure , some time ago , to see a young man initiated who had been educated at the Royal Masonic Institution for Boys , and who , in response to the
initiates toast , had the good taste and the modesty to acknowledge the benefits he had received from that Institution . That young man was hut one of many who were now proud ornaments of Freemasonry , fie ( Uro . Binckes ) had for 30 years been putting before the brethren the claims of the boys , and he was sure that on thc present occasion his appeal , on behalf of those who could not plead for themselves , would not be in vain .
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Dunbar , S . W ., having replied for "The Officers , " the Tyler's toast was then given , bringing a most enjoyable evening to a close . It was remarked that the members of the lodge were 14 in number and visitors about 34 . This needs no comment ;
but tells its own tale . St . Thomas Lodge has been noted for over a century for its unbounded hospitality . The musical arrangements were under the management of Miss Mary Bebal , assisted by Miss Margaret Cockburn , Bro . Alfred Kenningham , Bro . Chaplin Henry , and Bro . J . Kift , and gave very great satisfaction .
RANELAGH LODGE ( No . 834 ) . —The election meeting of this influential and increasing lodge took place at the Criterion Restaurant , Piccadilly , VV ., on Tuesday , the 9 th inst ., when there were the following officers and brethren present : Bros . Sims , W . M .,- Dopson , S . W . ; Blake , J . W . ; John Tuck , Sec ; Copplestone , S . D . ; Doncaster , J . D . ; Burton , I . G . j Walkley , Tyler ; H .
Purdue , I . P . M . ; Oliver , P . M . ; Shaw , P . M . ; Slack , P . M . ; Butt , P . M ., Treas . ; Edwin Lucas , A . VVilliams , Bird , Wilkins , Kemp , Holworthy , Boyes , Ptchard , Newland , H . Williams , Eason , Water , Chamers , Holland , White , Williams , Hewett , Iredale , Cartwright , Spooner , Cliburn , Iceton , Banks , E . Lucas , May , and others . Bro . Windeyer , P . M ., P . P . G . R . Kent , was a visitor .
The lodge was opened in due form ; the minutes of the last regular and emergency meetings were read and confirmed . The ballot was taken for Messrs . Iceton and Wicks , which proved unanimous in each case . This being election night the bye-laws were read . _ Mr . Iceton being in attendance was admitted and duly initiated into Freemasonry . Bro . Shaw was then passed to the Degree of
F . C . by the W . M . in his usual masterly manner . Thc election of W . M . for the ensuing year proved unanimous in favour of Bro . Dopson , S . W ., who thanked the lodge in a few well-chosen words for that mark of their esteem . Bro . Purdue , I . P . M ., proposed , and Bro . Slack seconded , Bro . Butt , P . M ., as Treasurer , which was also unanimous . Bros . LucasStotworthy , Cliburn , A . Williams , and
Don-, caster were elected Auditors . The W . M . kindly consented to represent thelodge at the ensuing Festival for the Girls ' School , when Bro . Purdue proposed , and Bro . Banks seconded , that the sum of ten guineas should be placed on his list to form a nucleus , which was unanimously carried . Bro . Blake , J . W ., also kindly offered to present
to the lodge a Charity box , which was unanimously accepted with very many thanks . A letter of resignation was read from Bro . Bean , P . M ., father of the lodge , and received by the brethren with very great regret . Bro . Bean has been a long sufferer from asthma , to which is now added an attack of bronchitis , which prevents him from being out
these inclement wintry evenings . There being no further Masonic business the lodge was closed in due form , and the brethren adjourned to the banquet room , where , after partaking of one of those excellent banquets so well known to the habitues of the Criterion , the usual loyal and Masonic toasts were proposed
and heartily responded to . "The Initiate , " "The Visitor , " and "The Ofiicers " met with the same reception , and the Tyler ' s toast concluded one of the most enjoyable evenings , where brotherly love and our old adage of being happy ourselves and communicating happiness to others makes it a pleasure for any brother to visit the Ranelagh Lodge .
TEMPERANCE IN THE EAST LODGE ( No . S 9 S ) . —An unusually large attendance of the members of the above prosperous lodge was held at the Assembly Rooms , Newby-place , Poplar . The W . M ., Bro . George Sidders , was well supported by his officers , P . M . 's , brethren , and visitors , numbering together over 100 present . There were candidates for the three Degrees ; Bros . Butler
and Churchman , of 7 S 1 , were raised , Bros . Hammond and Mant passed , and Messrs . Wm . Wilkins and J . Turpin were initiated , the former candidate by Bro . Graveley , P . M ., by permission of the W . M . Ceremonial working being ended , the usual claims which are made at every lodge meeting of S 9 S , were discussed and treated with even a larger degree than usual of liberality . One decayed
brother was awarded £ 15 -, a widow of a late brother £ 10 ; and another applicant £ 5 from lodge funds . The W . M . ' s Stewardship , on behalf of the Aged Freemasons , was then discussed , and a grant—worthy of this lodge— of twentyfive guineas , was munificently made from lodge funds ; and even this large sum was scarcely deemed sufficient , for several members were anxious to grant 50 guineas in
support of this deserving Institution . Lodge was closed , and the lodge room was arranged for the banquet , and when it is remembered that the brethren meet in a private establishment , and purvey for themselves , yet credit is due to those in charge of the arrangements for the entire success that attended their labours , and that , too , under such a severe strain as the large number of
brethren present caused . The usual toasts fdlowed the removal of the cloth , and all was enjoyable . Bro . Sherwin , Org ., as usual , was efficient at the instrument , both during the ceremonies and at the accompaniment , and a memorable meeting was brought to a close with the Tyler's toast—one particularly applicable in this lodge on account of the large number of
its members who follow the profession of navigation , and are thereby constantly travelling to and from their " native land . " Among the P . M . ' s present we must mention Bros . Pulsford , Graveley , Rogers , Cooper , Carter , Neville , Chapman , and Williams ; Bros . Dr . C VV . Smith , Sec ; and J . R . Waller , Treas . Among the visitors were Bros .
Cooper , 17 S 3 ; Mumms , J . W . 1604 ; Hendy . 12 ( S . C ); J . Ives , P . M . 1472 ; J . H . Brown , 933 ; Tyler , D . C . 16 S 5 ; Churchman , 781 ; Buchan , P . M . 1259 ; Warner , 1571 ; R . J . Tucker , P . M . 933 ; Fox , P . M . 990 ; Slater , 1076 ; Brown , P . M . 1 C 9 ; Manley , 177 ; Mills , D . C . 1765 ; ) . Limm , Org . 1382 ; G . C Minchin , 10 ; and G . H . Stephens , P . M . 1 * 023 .
CITY OF LONDON LODGE ( No . 901 ) . — A meeting of this flourishing lodge took place at the Guildhall Tavern , Gresham-street , E . C , on Monday , the 15 th inst . Present : Bros . Harbord , W . M . ; McClelland , I . P . M . ; Dan . Hughes , S . W . ; R . P . Stevens , J . W . j J . Hughes , P . M ., Treas . ; C . Beaumont , P . M ., Sec ; Hoddinott , S . D . ; Haylock , J . D . ; Fimister , Org . ; Clinch , D . C ; Prince , I . G . ; Whur , W . S . ; Gross , E . Venner , Rubardt , Stwds . ; Woodstock , Tyler ; Lewis , P . M . 1 Griffith , P . M . ; G . A . Cundy , P . M . ; Ginger , P . M . ; David
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Hughes , P . M . ; Ford , Gillard , E . W . Cundy , Eade , Clarke , Barwell , Corkhill , Haydens Diamond , Bater , Sheffield , Ross , Reynolds , Linstead , Tayior , H . Smith , and Burnell . Visitors : Bros . Puxty , 1507 ; G . VV . Thompson , 169 ; and Laurence , P . M ., 901 . The lodge opened in due form . The minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed . A ballot having proved unanimous in favour of Mr . Robert Reynolds and
Mr . George A . Linstead , and both candidates being present , they were then initiated into our ancient Order . The lodge was then opened in the Second Degree , and Bro . Hayden duly passed to the degree of F . C . Messrs . Pratt , Wilkinson , and Tuck were proposed for initiation at the next meeting of the lodge . The brethren then adjourned to the dinner , at which the usual loyal and Masonic toasts were given and honoured .
DUKE OF EDINBURGH LODGE ( No . 1259 ) . —This lodge met on the 2 nd inst ., at the Cape of Good Hope , opposite Limehouse Church , E . The lodge was called for seven , and doubtless it was this fact which will account for the paucity of the attendance of brethrenan unusual state of affairs on the opening night of the new year . Bro . Wm . Esmond , W . M ., was supported by Bros .
Wakefield , S . VV . ; L . Ettling , J . VV . ; E . Jex , C . C , P . M ., Treas . ; Bradbrook , P . M ., Sec ; I . Charlton , I . P . M . ; Buchan , P . M . ; Rowe , P . M . ; Atkins , P . M . ; Rolfe , P . M . ; Moore , S . D . ; Dixon , J . D . ; Steel , I . G . ; Parrett , King , Omer , Toombs , G . H . Willetts , R . H . Willetts , W . H . Pearce , and others . The work upon the agenda comprised conferring * the Degree of M . M . upon Bros . G . H . and R . H . Willetts and
VV . H . Pearce , and the work was really well done . 'The subject of the VV . M ., acting as Steward for the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution was discussed , and £ 10 ios . was voted in support of his list , the only want of unanimity in this taking the direction of a wish to give a larger sum . Other matters occupied the attention of the brethren ,
and ata late hour lodge was closed . Some of the brethren staying , honoured the usual toasts , while a glass of grog and a cigar was discussed , and a pleasant hour was passed . Bro . Seddon , P . M ., the obliging Organist , successfully bringing each of the singers up to pitch , despite the excuses on the score of colds . Amongst those who sang were Bros . Parrett , Atkins , P . M . ; Dixon , Stephens , P . M . ; Buchan , and others .
ISLINGTON LODGE ( No . 1471 ) . —The installation meeting of this prosperous lodge was held at thc Cock Tavern , Highbury , on Thursday , the nth inst ., when there was a large attendance of members and visitors . Among the members were the following ; Bros . A . C . Halestrap , VV . M . ; VV . Shurmur , S . VV . ; T . Hunt , J . W . ; Edgar Bowyer , P . G . S . B ., Treas . ; D . P . Holness ,
P . M ., Sec ; J . H . Thompson , S . D . ; J . Petch , J . D . ; VV . Davies , D . C . ; J . M . Scarlet , Org . ; H . . Hunt , I . C ; S . Napper , Stwd . ; H . Cox , P . M . ; E . Blinkhorn , P . M . ; and j . L . Mather , P . M . Visitors : Bros . Col . Shadwell H . Clerke , G . Sec ; J . S . Eastes . P . G . D . ; F . Binckes , P . G . Stwd ., Sec . R . M . I . B . ; E . Woodman , W . M . 1950 ; E . Walker , VV . M . 1766 ; J . Hooke , P . P . G . D . C . Surrey ,
VV . M . 463 ; J . Bayne , Org . 1 S 97 ; C . W . Eves , Ireas , 77 ; J . M . Buckley , S . D . 1320 ; G . S . Elliott , P . M . 749 ; G Croxton , P . M . 17 C 9 ; R . Garner , W . S . 1602 ; H . S Goodall , P . M . 7 S 4 ; j . Roberts , P . M . 65 ; S . J . Turner , J . D . 159 S ; A . Tanqueray . J . D . 33 ; R . P . Forge , S . VV , 1603 ; W . H . Mackney , VV . M . 127 S ; f . E . Terry , S . D . 1064 : L . Wall , S . W . iSS ; J . VV . Cluff , S . D . so ; I . A .
Burton , S . W . 1924 ; J . Hughes , P . M . 1 S 1 G ; A . G . Dodson , P . M . iSS ; W . W . Lee , 1897 ; and many others . The lodge having been opened , and the usual routine business disposed ot , Mr . A . Snook was balloted for , which proving unanimous in his favour , he was regularly initiated into Freemasonry . The Audit report was then adopted , after which Bro . Wm . Shurmur , W . M . elect , was presented
for installation and duly installed into the chair of the lodge by the retiring Master . The following were appointed and invested as officers : Bros . Thomas Hunt , S . W . j John H . Thompson , J . W . ; Edgar Bowyer , P . G . S . B ., Treas . ; IJ . P . Holness , P . M ., Sec . ; J . Petch , S . D . ; H . Hunt , J . D . ; W . Davies , I . G . ; S . Napper , D . C . j J . M . Scarlet , Stwd . ; and Couchman , Tyler .
The usual addresses having been ably rendered , it was unanimously resolved that the sum of 10 guineas be taken from the lodge funds and placed on the list of the VV . M ., who intends serving as Steward at the forthcoming Festival of the R . M . I , for Boys . There being no further Masonic business , the lodge was closed in due form . An excellent banquet followed , and at its conclusion the
customary toasts were honoured , " The Queen and the Craft" and "H . R . H . the M . W . G . M . " being both received with the usual enthusiasm . In proposing "The Health of the Grand Officers , " the Worshipful Master observed that those brethren who had attained the privilege of attending Grand Lodge were aware of the admirable example set by the Grand Officers .
He wa glad to say that they were honoured with the presence of Grand Ofiicers that evening , and it afforded him great pleasure to couple thc name of Bro . Eastes , P . G . D ., with this toast . Bro . J . S . Eastes , P . G . D ., expressed his grateful thanks to the VV . M . and brethren for the reception given to this toast . He felt very proud of being able to respond for the
Grand Officers , but sincerely regretted that the Grand Secretary , who had been present during the lodge , was not able to stay . He could assure them that every Grand Officer was animated with the same motive—to do his best for the benefit of the Craft . It was extremely gratifying to him to see the manner in which the Installing Master had performed the ceremony of installation . He again
thanked them for the kind reception he had met with , and felt sure that this toast would always be as heartily received while they had such brethren as the Earl of Carnarvon and the Earl of Lathom to uphold the prestige of Grand Lodge . Bro . Halestrap , I . P . M ., then rose , and said for the first time since leaving the chair hc had taken possession of the
gavel , and they would all know it was for the purpose of proposing " The Health of their esteemed VV . M . " He was certain it would not require many words of his to obtain for this toast a hearty reception . The brethren had all witnessed the . admirable manner in which the W . M . had carried out the duties connected with the other offices he had held in the lodge , and wcre confident he would
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perform the duties ofthe chair in the same excellent style . The one thing that reconciled him ( the I . P . M . ) to leaving the chair , was the fact that he was followed by a Master who would do Ihe work in a manner that would meet with theappreciation of the brethren , and maintain the proud position the lodge now held . Bro . Shurmur , W . M ., in response , tendered his most sincere thanks to the I . P . M . for his flattering remarks ,
and to the brethren for the heartv manner in which they had received the toast . He ( the W . M . ) feared that he did not deserve half the eulogy bestowed upon him by the I . P . M ., but assured the brethren that he would try to fulfil his duties to their satisfaction . The ncxt toast it was his privilege to propose was that of " The Initiate . " Without initiates Freemasonry would soon come to an end , for they infused new life and blood into the institution . He sincerely
trusted that the initiate of that evening would not fail to reach the proud position of Master of the lodge . Bro . Snook , after returning thanks for the cordial reception he had met with , expressed his pleasure at having been initiated into the Order , and hoped that he would prove a worthy member of it . "The Health of the Installing Master" was next proposed by the VV . Master , who said that he considered the
best thanks of the lodge were due to Bro . Halestrap , the I . P . M ., for the impressive manner in which he had performed the installation ceremony . He was personally grateful to Bro . Halestrap , for it was entirely owing to his persuasions and advice " that he ^ had gone into oflice , and had at last reached the chair . Bro Halestrap , I . P . M ., said he was quite unable to find words * to express his thanks for the cordial manner in
which the toast of his health had bcen received . It had been a pleasing privilege to him to instal Hro . Shurmur into the chair , and one that he had looked forward to for many years . Their W . M ., as the brethren had heard , had at first been inclined to take Freemasonry in a very free and easy manner . He had always supported the Masonic Charities , but had never been disposed 11 take office until persuaded to do so hy himself , and he
( the I . P . M . ) hoped that at the end of the year the brethren would think that his persuasions had resulted successfully . "The Visitors" was next given by thc W . M ., who referred to the beneficial effects resulu ' ng from brethren visiting other lodges . It led to an interchange of ideas and experiences , and it put the oflicers of a lodge on their mettle when visitors were present . He was pleased to fay
that they were favoured that evening wilh a large and influential gathering of visitors , to all of whom , in the name of tlie [ odge , he tendered a waim and hearty wrlccme . Bro . Eastes , P . G . I ) ., responded , and , after returning thanks , said that he felt sure the W . M . had a happy and prosperous time before him . ¦ > Bro . Walker , VV . M . 1760 ' , heartily thanked the VV . M . and the brethren on behalf of the visitors for the piofuse
hospitality shown to them . He had personally known the VV . M . for many years , and it was , therefore , very gratifying to him to see him in the chair of such a flourishing lodge . He assured the membe . s of the Islington Lodgo that they had in their Master a really Operative Mason , who would be able to instruct them in the arts and sciences that have made Masonry famous all over thc world .
Bro . A . Tanqueray , J . D . ^ , also responded , and said that visiting lodges was associated in his mind with two p leasing thoughts , and had two pleasing results . Fur , firstly , whenever a Mason visited a lodge it enaMed him to renew the friendships commenced in school life , and made them ripen with years into a deep and lasting attachment . And , secondly , it brought a broiher in contact with those with whom be was associated in busine .-s life .
Ihe latter was the case with him that erening , and it was very pleasing to him to have the association of those connected with him in commercial transactions renoved in a Masonic lodge . " The Past Masters" was the next toast proposed by the VV . M ., who said that when all were so good it was difficult to paitcularise . Hecongratulated the I . P . M ., Hro . Malestrap , on his past year ' s service , and said it was his
pleasing duty tu attach to his breast thr jewel unanimously voted by the lodge , as a token of the high esteem wilh whiih he was regarded . He trusted tint he would be spared for many years to be with the P . M . 's . Bro . Halestrap , I . P . M ., tendered his sincere thanks for the handsome jewel presented to him . He had always endeavoured to do his duty , and trusted It would be a lesson to those who followed him . He thought it was at all times
pleasing to feel that they had done their duty ; but that feeling was unbounded when they were rewarded in the hands . me manner that he had been that evening . The VV . M . next proposed "The Masonic Charities , " and in doing so said that it was not his intention to dilate at any length upon that toast , as he intended to couple with it the nameof Bro . Binckes , the Secretary of the Royal Masonic Institution for Boys .
Bro . F . Binckes , Sec . R . M . I . B ., in responding , said that he was assured very few remarks from him were required to obtain for this toast the warmest reception , for there were few lodges that had done more good and honest work for the Masonic Charities than the Islington Lodge . There was no need for him to weary the brethren with many details , for they had a record that any lodge might be proud of , and there were several brethren present that evening
who had done much to benefit those Charities . It was very difficult to say which of the Charities should receive the most suppoit ; but the Institution he represented was , he maintained , the most needy and mor-t deserving . The Buys ' School had but £ 17 , 000 funded money , and there was at the present time a deficit of about £ 3300 , which he asked their assistance 11 collect . About 25 years ago , there were only 70 boys imperfect y provided for ; but an increase was
being made that would bring the total number to about 240 . lie relied on their assistance to maintain the sons of those who had sat at the banquet tables of the lodges in their prosperity—some of them perhaps at the table of that very lodge . It was his pleasure , some time ago , to see a young man initiated who had been educated at the Royal Masonic Institution for Boys , and who , in response to the
initiates toast , had the good taste and the modesty to acknowledge the benefits he had received from that Institution . That young man was hut one of many who were now proud ornaments of Freemasonry , fie ( Uro . Binckes ) had for 30 years been putting before the brethren the claims of the boys , and he was sure that on thc present occasion his appeal , on behalf of those who could not plead for themselves , would not be in vain .