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P . M . ' s , namely , Bros . Carter , Stuart , Mallett , Dairy , Cobham , and Bio . Morrison , the W . M . of the lodge . Bros . Carter , Stuart , and Morrison replied . Bro . Terry proposed the toast of "The W . M ., Bro . Cottebrune , " to which Bro . Cottebrune replied . Other addresses followed and the proceedings w-crc brought to a joyful termination . The following brethren were the majority present , having signed their names ; others coming in later
thennames did not reach us : Bros . Morrison , W . M . 141 ; Carter , P . M . 141 ; Stuart , P . M . 14 !; Mallett , P . M . 141 ; Daily , l . P . M . 141 ; Cobban , 141 ; McMullcn , 141 ; Bruce , 141 ; J . Cox , 1257 ; R . Alison , 1 C 03 ; R . Callagot , 117 S ; A . Cox , 144 ; Fort , 1194 ; A . Triggs , 157 ; J . W . Murley , 1257 ; Jone , 1694 ; C . Taylor , 1624 ; O'Donnell , 1 O 72 ; Crutchlor , 13 S 5 ; H . Dean , 417 ; J 1 ) . Collier , 417 ; Gardner , 132 S ; Harver , 134 S ; Markland ,
144 ; II . Van Joel , Sitch , Smith , R . Taylor , 144 ; Bloxham , 132 S ; James , 901 , Sherwin , 14 S 4 ; Alberger , 1 S 2 S ; Sharp , 1194 ; Cross , 1194 ; Edwards , Collins , 766 ; Andrews , 1 S 2 ; Newton , 174 ; Cantle , 1257 ; Paton , 201 ; Blunder , SG 5 ; Chitson , 127 S ; Dickenson , 55 ; Briggs , S 65 ; Nurtle , 1 C 41 ; Allman , 1425 ; Frances , 1622 ; liarham , 144 ; Rowley , 1507 ; Brush , 172 ; Beazley , 172 ;
Rhodes , 132 S ; Hunt , 194 ; Whadcoat , 4 . 4 S ; J . Stevens , 1426 ; Coad , 132 S ; Fista , Thornton , Shirlock , 15 G 7 ; Thompson , 1326 ; Walls , Johnston , 1541 ; -George , 957 ; Hurdell , 1348 ; Hergog , 902 ; Gartley , 205 ; Chapman , 1259 ; Lane , Rossiter , Arlidge , 1 G 3 S ; Burnes , 193 ; Cape , 172 ; Wildney , 11 ; Sands , 1 G 24 ; Cohen , 1017 ; W . C . Smith , Stroud , G 5 ; and Witt , 435 .
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ERA CHAPTER ( No . 1423 ) . —This chapter met for the despatch of business at the Albany Hotel , Twickenham , on the 14 th inst . Among those present were Comps . W . Hammond , P . '/ .., P . P . G . AiS . Middx ., M . E . Z . ; T . C . Walls , P . G . I ) . C Middx ., H . ; J . W . Baldwin , P . Z . ; J . Faulkner , S . E . ; Dr . Riley , 1 st Assistant ; Wingett , 2 nd Assistant . The minutes of the previous convocation
having been read and confirmed , the following members were elected officers for the year ensuing : Comps . Walls , M . E . Z . ; Baldwin , II . ; Faulkner , J . ; T . W . Ockcnden , S . E . ; Haslett , S . N . ; Dr . Riley , P . S . ; and Gilbert , Janitor . Several communications having been read , the bye-laws were ordered to be printed , and a Past Principals' jewel was unanimously voted to the outgoing M . E . Z . The chapter was shortly afterwards closed and the companions separated .
FRANCIS BURDETT CHAPTER ( No . 1503 ) . —The installation meeting of this chapter was held at the Albany Hotel , Twickenham , on Thursday , the 5 th inst . There were present Comps . D . P . Cama , M . E . Z . ; Loveland Loveland , acting II . ; Wm . Taylor , J . ; W . H . Saunders , Scribe E . ; C . W . Meiter , acting Scribe N . ; C . G . Rushworth , Prin . Soj . and Treas . ; W . H . Saunders ,
1 st Asst . Soj . ; L . II . Saunders , acting 2 nd Asst . Soj . ; R . J . II . Saunders , G . Harrison , G . R . Dodd , and others . The chapter was honoured by the presence of Comps . Lieut-Col . Sir Francis Burdelt , Bart ., Grand Supt . Middx ., and Colonel Shadwell H . Clerkc , Grand Scribe E . Comp . James Stevens , hon mem ., acted as Installing Officer . Iiro . R . ] . II . Saunders was exalted a companion of the Order
in a most able manner by Comp . Stevens . The event of the evening , however , was the presentation of furniture , banners , and robes to the chapter by the M . E . Z ., thus completing the requirements of the chapter . The M . E . Z ., Comp . Dorabjec Pestonjcc ^ Cama , stated that he desired lo present the chapter with some substantial mark of the interest he felt in the Francis Burdctt Chapter , and he hoped
he should remain a member to the latest hour of his existence . Comp . Win . Taylor , J ., proposed , and Comp . W . H . Saunders , Scribe E ., seconded a cordial vote of thanks to Ex . Comp . D . P . Cama for the very handsome gift . A P . Z . 'sjewel was unanimously voted to the M . E . Z . for his valuable services to the chapter . The installation of H . and J . was then proceeded with , the offices being filled
by Comps . W . Taylor and G . S . Rushworth respectively , Comp . Stevens performing the ceremonies in a most impressive manner and with great solemnity . Owing to the unavoidable absence of Comp . R . H . Tlirupp , P . Z ., the M . E . Z . elect , the ceremony was postponed till the meeting in June . The other officers were next invested , viz ., Comps . W . II . Saunders , Scribe I-:. ; T . C . Walls , Scribe
N . ; C . G . Rushworth , Ireas . ; Saunders , Prin . Soj . ; C . W . Meiter , 1 st Asst . Soj . ; R . J . II . Saunders , 2 nd Asst . Soj . ; and Harrison , Janitor . The M . E . Z . having moved a vote of thanks to Comp . Stevens for the very efficient manner in which he had worked the ceremonies , Comps . Col . Sir F . Burdctt , Bart ., and Colonel Shadwell II . Clerkc complimented the
Installing Officer . Comps . Col . Shadwell II . Clerkc , and Col . Wm . Wigginton , the first M . E . Z . of the chapter , were unanimously elected honorary members . The audit report showed a balance iu favour of the chapter , and was considered very satisfactory , especially considering the chapter has only recently been foimcd . A vote of live guineas to the Masonic Boys' School was
carried unanimously . Several communications from absent members were read . The companions adjourned to the banquet , which was well served by Bro . _ Bayliss , after which the customary toasts were well received and responded to . Comp . Lt .-Col . Sir Francis Burdelt , in responding to the toast of " The Grand Superintendent of the Province , " expressed
great pleasure at being present on so auspicious an occasion , and stated that he had been travelling all day so as to be there . He congratulated the chapter on having so good a supporter and friend in the M . E . Z ., Comp . Cama , Comp . Colonel Shadwell II . Clerkc made some happy allusions on the prosperity of the chapter , and the harmony of the proceedings , which were enlivened by some songs , etc ., by Comps . Stevens and W . II . Saunders .
TORQUAY . —St . John ' s Chapter ( Xo . 32 S ) . — The regular convocation and installation meeting of the above chapter was held at the Masonic I ( all , on Wednesday alternonn , the 11 th ult . 'There were present Comps . J . Hunell , M . E . Z . ; B . Fullwood , II . ; J . Dodge , ) . ;
T . Perry , P . / ., P . P . G . S . B . ; W . Bradnce , P . Z . ; W . | . McLean , P . Z . 24 S ; W . A . Goss , jun ., S . E . ; W . Taylo ' r , S . N . ; W . G . Kllis , P . S . ; A . T . Blarney , D . C ; J . Lane and C . Emmett , St . Bearers ; B . Knight , Registrar ; and C . Johns , Sword Bearer .
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The chapter having been opened in ancient form , and the minutes read and confirmed , the ceremony of installation was proceeded with . M . E . Comp . T . Perry , P . Z ., P . P . G . S . B ., acted as Installing Principal , assisted b y M . E . Comps . Bradnce , P . Z ., and McLean , P . Z . This solemn rite was conducted with great ability , and Comp . Fullwood was installed as M . E . Z . ; Comp . Dodge , as IT .
and Comp . W . A . Goss , jun ., as J . The M . E . Z . then invested the following companions with their respective collars of office : Comps . W . Taylor , S . E . ; W . G . Ellis , S . N . ; A . T . Blarney , P . S . ; B . Knight , 1 st Asst . Soj . ; J . Lane , 2 nd Asst . Soj . ; J . Mortimer ( by deputy ) , Treas . ; W . IT . Probcrt ( by deputy ) , Registrar ; C . Emmett , 1 st St . Bearer ; H . Bolt ( by deputy ) , 2 nd St . Bearer ; G . J . Pepprell ( by deputy ) , D . C ; K . Cranch ( by deputy ) ,
Organist ; W .. Eddlis ( by deputy ) , Sword Bearer ; and W . Chennour , Janitor . The Treasurer's account was then laid before the chapter , showing a small balance on the right side ; this was considered satisfactory , as showing an improvement on preceding years . On being put to the vote the balance-sheet was unanimously received and adopted . This concluding- the business for which the chapter was convoked , it was closed in the usual solemn
manner . The companions then adjourned to Comp . Bolt ' s , the Queen ' s Hotel , where a recherche banquet was spread , at which the M . E . Z . presided . About twenty companions were present , and spent a most agreeable evening . The catering was exceptionally trood , and reflected great credit
on Comp . Bolt . The usual toasts were proposed , and many eloquent speeches made on subjects of Masonic interest . The pleasure of the evening was considerably enhanced J . iy songs and musical selections , for which thanks are specially due to Comp . Cranch , Organist . Shortly before ten o'clock the Janitor ' s toast was given , and the companions separated .
GREAT STANMORE . — Stanmorc Chapter ( No . 1549 ) . —The first convocation of this new chapter ( which combines the three lodges held at the Abercorn Hotel , Great Stanmore , viz ., 1549 , 1 G 37 , and 1702 ) was held with great eclat on the 11 th inst . Five candidates for exaltation appe &' red on the summons , with also one joining member , and when Comp . G . Tidcombe , the worthy
M . E . Z ., supported by the eminent Comps , W . Stephens , P . G . S . Kent , as II ., and F . Brow-n , acting J ., had duly opened the chapter at 4 . 35 , and had confirmed the minutes of the previous meeting , the following brethren were exalted to the Degree of R . A . Masons : Bros . H . F . Browne , 27 and 731 ; Charles Corrick , 101 ; R . B . Paten , 1549 ; and
1 . J . Vilhcrs , J . D . 1549 . Bro . Goldsmid , 1549 , was also unanimously accepted on ballot , but unfortunately prevented from attending . Comp . E . B . Haynes , 27 and 975 , was also accepted as a joining member . At the election of officers which followed , Comp . Stephens was unanimously accorded the chair of M . E . Z . ; Comp . IT . Lovegrove , H . ;
T . J . Maidwell , J . ; C Veal , S . E . ; C . IT . Webb , S . N . ; J . B . King , P . S . ; G . Tidcombe , Treasurer ; and J . Middleton , Janitor . The installation takes place on tlie loth of July . The Audit Committee having been appointed to meet prior to the installation , « and the proof of bye-laws accepted , "Hearty good wishes" were expressed from Comp . Groom , 1365 ; Gray , S 62 ; Pratt , 507 ; and Brown , 53 S ; as visitors , and Comp . W . Stephens , with a few
wellchoscn remarks in praise of the energy and excellent labours of the M . E . Z . in support of the chapter , procured the sanction of the companions for the first P . Z . jewel to be presented on his leaving the chair , which haying been suitably responded to , the chapter was closed at 7 p . m . A very enjoyable banquet followed , all concurring in the very successful commencement of the second season , more candidates being announced for the next convocation .
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DUKE OF CONNAUGHT LODGE ( No . 199 ) . —There were two items of importance in the agenda of this nourishing lodge at their meeting of the jth inst ., the first , the installation of the W . M . for the ensuing- year , and the second , the consecration of a Royal Ark Mariner ' s lodge , to be held in conjunction with the Duke of Connaught Mark Lodge , and under its name and number . The
members assembled at the Masonic Rooms , 77 V , Bishopsgatc-street Within , at 5 . 30 p . m ., under the presidency of Bro . W . J . Meek , W . M ., Grand Lodge being represented by V . W . Bros . Donald M . Dewar , Asst . Grand Secretary , and T . Poore , P . G . I . G . In Consequence of Bro . Meek ' s recent severe indisposition he was unable to undertake-the arduous ceremony of installation , but a most efficient
substitute was found in W . Bro . T . Poore , who , it is almost needless to say , performed the office of Installing Alaster in the most perfect manner . After the usual preliminaries had been duly observed , Bro . Henry Meyer was placed in the chair of A . and saluted by the brethren according to ancient custom . He then appointed and invested his officers for the ensuing year as follows : Bro . W . Beaslev ,
S . W . ; II . Stephens , J . W . ; J . J . Gould , M . O . ; W . II . Edwards , S . O . ; W . J . Wcstfield , J . O . ; B . Meyer , P . M ., Treas . ; James Hill , Sec ; J . E . Grecnhill , S . D . ; R . Marshall , ' J . D . ; J . 1 ) . Bnkin , ' I . G . ; W . J . Meek , P . M ., Dir . of Cer . ; and J . II . Peach , Org . Alter the closing of the Mark lodge a lodge of Royal Ark Mariners was opened , Bro . T . Poore occupying the
chair of N . ; Bros . Dewar and Meek those of j . and S . respectively , for the purpose of admitting the members of the Mark lodge not holding the Degree as Royal Ark Mariners . Fifteen candidates availed themselves of the privilege . The ceremonies of consecration and enthronement followed , Bro . W : J . Meek , P . M . M . M ., becoming the first W . C . iV ., who appointed as his officers Bros . II .
Meyer , J . ; B . Meyer , P . M ., S . ; II . Stephens , Deacon j J . D . Birkin , Guardian ; James Hill , Sec ; and J . il . Peach , Org . The lodge was then closed , and shortly afterwards the brethren re-assembled at a collation , previously laid in the ante-rooms , to which ample justice was done , three hours '
work having rendered refreshment most welcome . 'The usual loyal and Masonic toasts having been duly honoured , the W . M . proposed " The I lealth of the Installing Master , Bro . Poore , " to whom he expressed the obligations of the lodge for valuable servi ces rendered by him on this , as on other occasions . In reply , Bro . Poore declared the deep satisfaction and pleasure he always felt in doing anything in his power for the welfare and furtherance of Mark
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Masonry in general , and the Duke of Connaught Lodge in particular . The . W . M . having resigned the gavel to the W . C . N ., Bro . Meek proposed "The Health of the Consecrating Officer , V . W . Bro . D . M . Dewar , " whose ready help and friendly counsel were available in all emergencies , and as gratefully received as it was heartil y given . Bro " Dewar responded in cordial termsacknowledging the
, hearty reception always accorded him by the brethren of . Duke of Connaught Lodge , and expressing his sincere pleasure in the present opportunity of expressing his satisfaction and deli ght in witnessing the comfort and convenience of the new lodge rooms , the general good arrangement of which could not fail to add " in its way to the continued prosperity of the lodge . After the toast of " T he
Officers , " the W . M . announced that he had received a communication from the Prov . Grand Secretary , W . Bro . W . Brighten , in which he expressed his regret at his inability to be present , and stating that the lodge would have the distinguished privilege of sending a brother to Grand Lodge , and also one to " Prov . Grand Lodge , and with the consent of the brethren he proposed to recommend Bro .
W . J . Meek , P . M ., for Grand Lodge honours , and the Secretary , Bro . James Hill , for Provincial honours . The harmony of the evening was enhanced by the musical efforts of Bros . Henry Stephens , Westfield , Greenhill ,. and others , and all present were at the close unanimous in declaring that the most enjoyable installation meeting of the Duke of Connaught Lodge was that just closed .
BRIXTON LODGE ( No 234 ) . —A regular meeting was held on Saturday last , at Anderton ' s Hotel , Fleetstreet . The lodge was opened by W . Bro . Poore , P . M ., P . G . I . G ., in the absence of theW . M ., Bro . H . Lovegrove , P . P . G . S . of Works , who attended the consecration of a new lodge at Harrow . The minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed , and the ballot taken on behalf of
several brethren for advancement . TheW . M . having at this period arrived at once proceeded to advance Bros . Shilcock , Edwards , Clarke , Potter , and Cox , able assistance being given by Bros . G . Clark , S . W . ; C G . Kipling , J . W . - ; T . Poore , as S . D . ; J . Holliday , J . D . ; KerreFi , I . G . ; Johnston , Organist . The other brethren present were Bros . E . Storr , J . K . Pitt , P . P . G . A . D . C . ; and H . Baldwin , P . G . A . D . C , Secretary . Several letters of apolog-y
were read , and some routine business transacted , theW . M . particularly calling the attention of the brethren to the Mark Festival on the 31 st inst ., and expressing ahope that as many as possible would attend . At the completion of their labours the brethren adjourned to refreshment . Prior to the opening of the Mark lodge a lodge of Royal Arch Mariners was opened b y Bro . Poore as W . C . N ., and Bro . II . Baldwin was elected ; W . C . N , for the insuing year .
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PROVINCIAL GRAND LODGE OF BERWICKSHIRE AND ROXBURGSHIRE . A meeting of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Freemasons having jurisdiction over the newly-constituted Province of Berwick and Roxburgh shires was held at Lauder on Monday , the yth inst ., this being the first of a series of similar meetings to be held in connection with the different lodges
in the province . On this occasion the Right Worshipful Provincial Grand Master , the Earl of Haddington , was present , and was supported by a large number of brethren belonging to the Lauder and other lodges . Among the number present durinrr the day's proceedings , besides ten office-bearers of the P . G . Lodge , were deputations from P . G . Lodge of Peebles and Selkirk—namely , Bros . Dr .
Middleton , D . P . G . M . ; R . Sanderson , P . G . Sec . ; and J . V . Walker , P . G . Treas . ; Lodge 58 , Kelso ; Lodge 216 , Stow ; and Lodge 5 S 9 , Tulliallan . The Lauder Lodge ( St . Luke , No . 132 ) having been opened by its own Master and Wardens , received the members of Prov . Grand Lodge , whereupon the Provincial Grand Master took the chair , and procet ded to install the following office-bearers :
Bros . I nomas Shaw , P . G . S . W . ; Alexander Leal , P . G . Bible-Beaver ; William Somerville , P . G . Standard Bearer ; and William Lootie , P . G . Steward . The books of the Secretary and of the Treasurer of St . Luke ' s were then examined by the P . G . M . and officers , and found in good order , the money transactions during the present year showing a balance on the credit side of about £ 18 . The
lodge is also in possession of a considerable capital fund , regarding which some explanations were made , and ultimately the Provincial Grand Lodge recommended that the funds , so far as they belonged to the Masonic Lodge , and to the benefit society in connection therewith , should be kept separate . A committee , consisting of Bros . Kean , Leal , Scott , Secretary , M'Leod , Treasurer , and G . Stewart , was accordingly appointed to go over the accounts with
this object in view , and to report to the , lodge . There being no further business , the Prov . Grand Master intimated that the next meeting would be held at Coldstream , probably in June . His Lordship then delivered a brief address , expressing his pleasure at being able to visit Lauder in his present capacity , and the hope that this was only the first of many such meetings he would have with the brethren who had honoured him by appointing him to rule over the
province . The brethren having been called from labour to refreshment , adjourned from the 'Town Hall , where the Masonic meetings are held , to the Black Bull Hotel , where Bro . Hinks , the landlord , had soon in readiness an excellent dinner , which was partaken of by about seventy of the brethren . The Prov . Grand Master presided , Bros . Shaw
and Stewart discharging the duties of Senior and Junior Grand Wardens . After dinner , the CHAIRMAN proposed "The Hol y Lodge of St . John , " and afterwards , " The Queen and the Craft . " In speaking to the latter , his Lordship remarked thet in the Craft the Queen had at least one pillar to her throne .
Bro . L . Min , R . W . M . of St . Luke ' s , in proposing "The Health of the Provincial Grand Master , " expressed the pleasure the brethren had in receiving the Earl of Haddington in that rapacity , and holding , as his Lordship did , a high position in Grand Lodge , they trusted that at no distant date they would see him elevated to the throne . ( Cheers . ) They also entertained the hope that the Great Architect would long spare him to preside over the dclw berations of the Provincial Grand Lodge . ( Cheers . )
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P . M . ' s , namely , Bros . Carter , Stuart , Mallett , Dairy , Cobham , and Bio . Morrison , the W . M . of the lodge . Bros . Carter , Stuart , and Morrison replied . Bro . Terry proposed the toast of "The W . M ., Bro . Cottebrune , " to which Bro . Cottebrune replied . Other addresses followed and the proceedings w-crc brought to a joyful termination . The following brethren were the majority present , having signed their names ; others coming in later
thennames did not reach us : Bros . Morrison , W . M . 141 ; Carter , P . M . 141 ; Stuart , P . M . 14 !; Mallett , P . M . 141 ; Daily , l . P . M . 141 ; Cobban , 141 ; McMullcn , 141 ; Bruce , 141 ; J . Cox , 1257 ; R . Alison , 1 C 03 ; R . Callagot , 117 S ; A . Cox , 144 ; Fort , 1194 ; A . Triggs , 157 ; J . W . Murley , 1257 ; Jone , 1694 ; C . Taylor , 1624 ; O'Donnell , 1 O 72 ; Crutchlor , 13 S 5 ; H . Dean , 417 ; J 1 ) . Collier , 417 ; Gardner , 132 S ; Harver , 134 S ; Markland ,
144 ; II . Van Joel , Sitch , Smith , R . Taylor , 144 ; Bloxham , 132 S ; James , 901 , Sherwin , 14 S 4 ; Alberger , 1 S 2 S ; Sharp , 1194 ; Cross , 1194 ; Edwards , Collins , 766 ; Andrews , 1 S 2 ; Newton , 174 ; Cantle , 1257 ; Paton , 201 ; Blunder , SG 5 ; Chitson , 127 S ; Dickenson , 55 ; Briggs , S 65 ; Nurtle , 1 C 41 ; Allman , 1425 ; Frances , 1622 ; liarham , 144 ; Rowley , 1507 ; Brush , 172 ; Beazley , 172 ;
Rhodes , 132 S ; Hunt , 194 ; Whadcoat , 4 . 4 S ; J . Stevens , 1426 ; Coad , 132 S ; Fista , Thornton , Shirlock , 15 G 7 ; Thompson , 1326 ; Walls , Johnston , 1541 ; -George , 957 ; Hurdell , 1348 ; Hergog , 902 ; Gartley , 205 ; Chapman , 1259 ; Lane , Rossiter , Arlidge , 1 G 3 S ; Burnes , 193 ; Cape , 172 ; Wildney , 11 ; Sands , 1 G 24 ; Cohen , 1017 ; W . C . Smith , Stroud , G 5 ; and Witt , 435 .
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ERA CHAPTER ( No . 1423 ) . —This chapter met for the despatch of business at the Albany Hotel , Twickenham , on the 14 th inst . Among those present were Comps . W . Hammond , P . '/ .., P . P . G . AiS . Middx ., M . E . Z . ; T . C . Walls , P . G . I ) . C Middx ., H . ; J . W . Baldwin , P . Z . ; J . Faulkner , S . E . ; Dr . Riley , 1 st Assistant ; Wingett , 2 nd Assistant . The minutes of the previous convocation
having been read and confirmed , the following members were elected officers for the year ensuing : Comps . Walls , M . E . Z . ; Baldwin , II . ; Faulkner , J . ; T . W . Ockcnden , S . E . ; Haslett , S . N . ; Dr . Riley , P . S . ; and Gilbert , Janitor . Several communications having been read , the bye-laws were ordered to be printed , and a Past Principals' jewel was unanimously voted to the outgoing M . E . Z . The chapter was shortly afterwards closed and the companions separated .
FRANCIS BURDETT CHAPTER ( No . 1503 ) . —The installation meeting of this chapter was held at the Albany Hotel , Twickenham , on Thursday , the 5 th inst . There were present Comps . D . P . Cama , M . E . Z . ; Loveland Loveland , acting II . ; Wm . Taylor , J . ; W . H . Saunders , Scribe E . ; C . W . Meiter , acting Scribe N . ; C . G . Rushworth , Prin . Soj . and Treas . ; W . H . Saunders ,
1 st Asst . Soj . ; L . II . Saunders , acting 2 nd Asst . Soj . ; R . J . II . Saunders , G . Harrison , G . R . Dodd , and others . The chapter was honoured by the presence of Comps . Lieut-Col . Sir Francis Burdelt , Bart ., Grand Supt . Middx ., and Colonel Shadwell H . Clerkc , Grand Scribe E . Comp . James Stevens , hon mem ., acted as Installing Officer . Iiro . R . ] . II . Saunders was exalted a companion of the Order
in a most able manner by Comp . Stevens . The event of the evening , however , was the presentation of furniture , banners , and robes to the chapter by the M . E . Z ., thus completing the requirements of the chapter . The M . E . Z ., Comp . Dorabjec Pestonjcc ^ Cama , stated that he desired lo present the chapter with some substantial mark of the interest he felt in the Francis Burdctt Chapter , and he hoped
he should remain a member to the latest hour of his existence . Comp . Win . Taylor , J ., proposed , and Comp . W . H . Saunders , Scribe E ., seconded a cordial vote of thanks to Ex . Comp . D . P . Cama for the very handsome gift . A P . Z . 'sjewel was unanimously voted to the M . E . Z . for his valuable services to the chapter . The installation of H . and J . was then proceeded with , the offices being filled
by Comps . W . Taylor and G . S . Rushworth respectively , Comp . Stevens performing the ceremonies in a most impressive manner and with great solemnity . Owing to the unavoidable absence of Comp . R . H . Tlirupp , P . Z ., the M . E . Z . elect , the ceremony was postponed till the meeting in June . The other officers were next invested , viz ., Comps . W . II . Saunders , Scribe I-:. ; T . C . Walls , Scribe
N . ; C . G . Rushworth , Ireas . ; Saunders , Prin . Soj . ; C . W . Meiter , 1 st Asst . Soj . ; R . J . II . Saunders , 2 nd Asst . Soj . ; and Harrison , Janitor . The M . E . Z . having moved a vote of thanks to Comp . Stevens for the very efficient manner in which he had worked the ceremonies , Comps . Col . Sir F . Burdctt , Bart ., and Colonel Shadwell II . Clerkc complimented the
Installing Officer . Comps . Col . Shadwell II . Clerkc , and Col . Wm . Wigginton , the first M . E . Z . of the chapter , were unanimously elected honorary members . The audit report showed a balance iu favour of the chapter , and was considered very satisfactory , especially considering the chapter has only recently been foimcd . A vote of live guineas to the Masonic Boys' School was
carried unanimously . Several communications from absent members were read . The companions adjourned to the banquet , which was well served by Bro . _ Bayliss , after which the customary toasts were well received and responded to . Comp . Lt .-Col . Sir Francis Burdelt , in responding to the toast of " The Grand Superintendent of the Province , " expressed
great pleasure at being present on so auspicious an occasion , and stated that he had been travelling all day so as to be there . He congratulated the chapter on having so good a supporter and friend in the M . E . Z ., Comp . Cama , Comp . Colonel Shadwell II . Clerkc made some happy allusions on the prosperity of the chapter , and the harmony of the proceedings , which were enlivened by some songs , etc ., by Comps . Stevens and W . II . Saunders .
TORQUAY . —St . John ' s Chapter ( Xo . 32 S ) . — The regular convocation and installation meeting of the above chapter was held at the Masonic I ( all , on Wednesday alternonn , the 11 th ult . 'There were present Comps . J . Hunell , M . E . Z . ; B . Fullwood , II . ; J . Dodge , ) . ;
T . Perry , P . / ., P . P . G . S . B . ; W . Bradnce , P . Z . ; W . | . McLean , P . Z . 24 S ; W . A . Goss , jun ., S . E . ; W . Taylo ' r , S . N . ; W . G . Kllis , P . S . ; A . T . Blarney , D . C ; J . Lane and C . Emmett , St . Bearers ; B . Knight , Registrar ; and C . Johns , Sword Bearer .
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The chapter having been opened in ancient form , and the minutes read and confirmed , the ceremony of installation was proceeded with . M . E . Comp . T . Perry , P . Z ., P . P . G . S . B ., acted as Installing Principal , assisted b y M . E . Comps . Bradnce , P . Z ., and McLean , P . Z . This solemn rite was conducted with great ability , and Comp . Fullwood was installed as M . E . Z . ; Comp . Dodge , as IT .
and Comp . W . A . Goss , jun ., as J . The M . E . Z . then invested the following companions with their respective collars of office : Comps . W . Taylor , S . E . ; W . G . Ellis , S . N . ; A . T . Blarney , P . S . ; B . Knight , 1 st Asst . Soj . ; J . Lane , 2 nd Asst . Soj . ; J . Mortimer ( by deputy ) , Treas . ; W . IT . Probcrt ( by deputy ) , Registrar ; C . Emmett , 1 st St . Bearer ; H . Bolt ( by deputy ) , 2 nd St . Bearer ; G . J . Pepprell ( by deputy ) , D . C ; K . Cranch ( by deputy ) ,
Organist ; W .. Eddlis ( by deputy ) , Sword Bearer ; and W . Chennour , Janitor . The Treasurer's account was then laid before the chapter , showing a small balance on the right side ; this was considered satisfactory , as showing an improvement on preceding years . On being put to the vote the balance-sheet was unanimously received and adopted . This concluding- the business for which the chapter was convoked , it was closed in the usual solemn
manner . The companions then adjourned to Comp . Bolt ' s , the Queen ' s Hotel , where a recherche banquet was spread , at which the M . E . Z . presided . About twenty companions were present , and spent a most agreeable evening . The catering was exceptionally trood , and reflected great credit
on Comp . Bolt . The usual toasts were proposed , and many eloquent speeches made on subjects of Masonic interest . The pleasure of the evening was considerably enhanced J . iy songs and musical selections , for which thanks are specially due to Comp . Cranch , Organist . Shortly before ten o'clock the Janitor ' s toast was given , and the companions separated .
GREAT STANMORE . — Stanmorc Chapter ( No . 1549 ) . —The first convocation of this new chapter ( which combines the three lodges held at the Abercorn Hotel , Great Stanmore , viz ., 1549 , 1 G 37 , and 1702 ) was held with great eclat on the 11 th inst . Five candidates for exaltation appe &' red on the summons , with also one joining member , and when Comp . G . Tidcombe , the worthy
M . E . Z ., supported by the eminent Comps , W . Stephens , P . G . S . Kent , as II ., and F . Brow-n , acting J ., had duly opened the chapter at 4 . 35 , and had confirmed the minutes of the previous meeting , the following brethren were exalted to the Degree of R . A . Masons : Bros . H . F . Browne , 27 and 731 ; Charles Corrick , 101 ; R . B . Paten , 1549 ; and
1 . J . Vilhcrs , J . D . 1549 . Bro . Goldsmid , 1549 , was also unanimously accepted on ballot , but unfortunately prevented from attending . Comp . E . B . Haynes , 27 and 975 , was also accepted as a joining member . At the election of officers which followed , Comp . Stephens was unanimously accorded the chair of M . E . Z . ; Comp . IT . Lovegrove , H . ;
T . J . Maidwell , J . ; C Veal , S . E . ; C . IT . Webb , S . N . ; J . B . King , P . S . ; G . Tidcombe , Treasurer ; and J . Middleton , Janitor . The installation takes place on tlie loth of July . The Audit Committee having been appointed to meet prior to the installation , « and the proof of bye-laws accepted , "Hearty good wishes" were expressed from Comp . Groom , 1365 ; Gray , S 62 ; Pratt , 507 ; and Brown , 53 S ; as visitors , and Comp . W . Stephens , with a few
wellchoscn remarks in praise of the energy and excellent labours of the M . E . Z . in support of the chapter , procured the sanction of the companions for the first P . Z . jewel to be presented on his leaving the chair , which haying been suitably responded to , the chapter was closed at 7 p . m . A very enjoyable banquet followed , all concurring in the very successful commencement of the second season , more candidates being announced for the next convocation .
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DUKE OF CONNAUGHT LODGE ( No . 199 ) . —There were two items of importance in the agenda of this nourishing lodge at their meeting of the jth inst ., the first , the installation of the W . M . for the ensuing- year , and the second , the consecration of a Royal Ark Mariner ' s lodge , to be held in conjunction with the Duke of Connaught Mark Lodge , and under its name and number . The
members assembled at the Masonic Rooms , 77 V , Bishopsgatc-street Within , at 5 . 30 p . m ., under the presidency of Bro . W . J . Meek , W . M ., Grand Lodge being represented by V . W . Bros . Donald M . Dewar , Asst . Grand Secretary , and T . Poore , P . G . I . G . In Consequence of Bro . Meek ' s recent severe indisposition he was unable to undertake-the arduous ceremony of installation , but a most efficient
substitute was found in W . Bro . T . Poore , who , it is almost needless to say , performed the office of Installing Alaster in the most perfect manner . After the usual preliminaries had been duly observed , Bro . Henry Meyer was placed in the chair of A . and saluted by the brethren according to ancient custom . He then appointed and invested his officers for the ensuing year as follows : Bro . W . Beaslev ,
S . W . ; II . Stephens , J . W . ; J . J . Gould , M . O . ; W . II . Edwards , S . O . ; W . J . Wcstfield , J . O . ; B . Meyer , P . M ., Treas . ; James Hill , Sec ; J . E . Grecnhill , S . D . ; R . Marshall , ' J . D . ; J . 1 ) . Bnkin , ' I . G . ; W . J . Meek , P . M ., Dir . of Cer . ; and J . II . Peach , Org . Alter the closing of the Mark lodge a lodge of Royal Ark Mariners was opened , Bro . T . Poore occupying the
chair of N . ; Bros . Dewar and Meek those of j . and S . respectively , for the purpose of admitting the members of the Mark lodge not holding the Degree as Royal Ark Mariners . Fifteen candidates availed themselves of the privilege . The ceremonies of consecration and enthronement followed , Bro . W : J . Meek , P . M . M . M ., becoming the first W . C . iV ., who appointed as his officers Bros . II .
Meyer , J . ; B . Meyer , P . M ., S . ; II . Stephens , Deacon j J . D . Birkin , Guardian ; James Hill , Sec ; and J . il . Peach , Org . The lodge was then closed , and shortly afterwards the brethren re-assembled at a collation , previously laid in the ante-rooms , to which ample justice was done , three hours '
work having rendered refreshment most welcome . 'The usual loyal and Masonic toasts having been duly honoured , the W . M . proposed " The I lealth of the Installing Master , Bro . Poore , " to whom he expressed the obligations of the lodge for valuable servi ces rendered by him on this , as on other occasions . In reply , Bro . Poore declared the deep satisfaction and pleasure he always felt in doing anything in his power for the welfare and furtherance of Mark
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Masonry in general , and the Duke of Connaught Lodge in particular . The . W . M . having resigned the gavel to the W . C . N ., Bro . Meek proposed "The Health of the Consecrating Officer , V . W . Bro . D . M . Dewar , " whose ready help and friendly counsel were available in all emergencies , and as gratefully received as it was heartil y given . Bro " Dewar responded in cordial termsacknowledging the
, hearty reception always accorded him by the brethren of . Duke of Connaught Lodge , and expressing his sincere pleasure in the present opportunity of expressing his satisfaction and deli ght in witnessing the comfort and convenience of the new lodge rooms , the general good arrangement of which could not fail to add " in its way to the continued prosperity of the lodge . After the toast of " T he
Officers , " the W . M . announced that he had received a communication from the Prov . Grand Secretary , W . Bro . W . Brighten , in which he expressed his regret at his inability to be present , and stating that the lodge would have the distinguished privilege of sending a brother to Grand Lodge , and also one to " Prov . Grand Lodge , and with the consent of the brethren he proposed to recommend Bro .
W . J . Meek , P . M ., for Grand Lodge honours , and the Secretary , Bro . James Hill , for Provincial honours . The harmony of the evening was enhanced by the musical efforts of Bros . Henry Stephens , Westfield , Greenhill ,. and others , and all present were at the close unanimous in declaring that the most enjoyable installation meeting of the Duke of Connaught Lodge was that just closed .
BRIXTON LODGE ( No 234 ) . —A regular meeting was held on Saturday last , at Anderton ' s Hotel , Fleetstreet . The lodge was opened by W . Bro . Poore , P . M ., P . G . I . G ., in the absence of theW . M ., Bro . H . Lovegrove , P . P . G . S . of Works , who attended the consecration of a new lodge at Harrow . The minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed , and the ballot taken on behalf of
several brethren for advancement . TheW . M . having at this period arrived at once proceeded to advance Bros . Shilcock , Edwards , Clarke , Potter , and Cox , able assistance being given by Bros . G . Clark , S . W . ; C G . Kipling , J . W . - ; T . Poore , as S . D . ; J . Holliday , J . D . ; KerreFi , I . G . ; Johnston , Organist . The other brethren present were Bros . E . Storr , J . K . Pitt , P . P . G . A . D . C . ; and H . Baldwin , P . G . A . D . C , Secretary . Several letters of apolog-y
were read , and some routine business transacted , theW . M . particularly calling the attention of the brethren to the Mark Festival on the 31 st inst ., and expressing ahope that as many as possible would attend . At the completion of their labours the brethren adjourned to refreshment . Prior to the opening of the Mark lodge a lodge of Royal Arch Mariners was opened b y Bro . Poore as W . C . N ., and Bro . II . Baldwin was elected ; W . C . N , for the insuing year .
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PROVINCIAL GRAND LODGE OF BERWICKSHIRE AND ROXBURGSHIRE . A meeting of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Freemasons having jurisdiction over the newly-constituted Province of Berwick and Roxburgh shires was held at Lauder on Monday , the yth inst ., this being the first of a series of similar meetings to be held in connection with the different lodges
in the province . On this occasion the Right Worshipful Provincial Grand Master , the Earl of Haddington , was present , and was supported by a large number of brethren belonging to the Lauder and other lodges . Among the number present durinrr the day's proceedings , besides ten office-bearers of the P . G . Lodge , were deputations from P . G . Lodge of Peebles and Selkirk—namely , Bros . Dr .
Middleton , D . P . G . M . ; R . Sanderson , P . G . Sec . ; and J . V . Walker , P . G . Treas . ; Lodge 58 , Kelso ; Lodge 216 , Stow ; and Lodge 5 S 9 , Tulliallan . The Lauder Lodge ( St . Luke , No . 132 ) having been opened by its own Master and Wardens , received the members of Prov . Grand Lodge , whereupon the Provincial Grand Master took the chair , and procet ded to install the following office-bearers :
Bros . I nomas Shaw , P . G . S . W . ; Alexander Leal , P . G . Bible-Beaver ; William Somerville , P . G . Standard Bearer ; and William Lootie , P . G . Steward . The books of the Secretary and of the Treasurer of St . Luke ' s were then examined by the P . G . M . and officers , and found in good order , the money transactions during the present year showing a balance on the credit side of about £ 18 . The
lodge is also in possession of a considerable capital fund , regarding which some explanations were made , and ultimately the Provincial Grand Lodge recommended that the funds , so far as they belonged to the Masonic Lodge , and to the benefit society in connection therewith , should be kept separate . A committee , consisting of Bros . Kean , Leal , Scott , Secretary , M'Leod , Treasurer , and G . Stewart , was accordingly appointed to go over the accounts with
this object in view , and to report to the , lodge . There being no further business , the Prov . Grand Master intimated that the next meeting would be held at Coldstream , probably in June . His Lordship then delivered a brief address , expressing his pleasure at being able to visit Lauder in his present capacity , and the hope that this was only the first of many such meetings he would have with the brethren who had honoured him by appointing him to rule over the
province . The brethren having been called from labour to refreshment , adjourned from the 'Town Hall , where the Masonic meetings are held , to the Black Bull Hotel , where Bro . Hinks , the landlord , had soon in readiness an excellent dinner , which was partaken of by about seventy of the brethren . The Prov . Grand Master presided , Bros . Shaw
and Stewart discharging the duties of Senior and Junior Grand Wardens . After dinner , the CHAIRMAN proposed "The Hol y Lodge of St . John , " and afterwards , " The Queen and the Craft . " In speaking to the latter , his Lordship remarked thet in the Craft the Queen had at least one pillar to her throne .
Bro . L . Min , R . W . M . of St . Luke ' s , in proposing "The Health of the Provincial Grand Master , " expressed the pleasure the brethren had in receiving the Earl of Haddington in that rapacity , and holding , as his Lordship did , a high position in Grand Lodge , they trusted that at no distant date they would see him elevated to the throne . ( Cheers . ) They also entertained the hope that the Great Architect would long spare him to preside over the dclw berations of the Provincial Grand Lodge . ( Cheers . )