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general utility . It is announced to be completed in 32 parts at 6 d . " A catalogue of works on Freemasonry from Spencer ' s Masonic Depot , " contains a list with prices of rare and interesting works , many of them not elsewhere obtainable .
Directory for the Provincial Grand Lodge of Cornwall , Royal Comicall Gazelle Office , Truro . This little book , edited by Bro . Wm . James Hughan , P . M . 1 . 31 , Past Prov . Grand Secretary , is in its third year of publication . On page , 3
we have the names ofthe Prov . Grand Alasters of Cornwall , when appointed , and number of lodges then in existence . Page 4 , names of Officers of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Cornwall . Page 6 gives the Annual Meetings and Festivals of the Provincial Grand Lodge of
Cornwall from A . D . 1863 . It g ives the name of town , date , and number of lodges represented . Further on , we have a list of the lodges in the Province , number , date of constitution , days of meeting , and towns in which the lodges are held . From page io to 32 we have the Past
and Present Officers , and other members of the Provincial Lodge , which will be found very useful for reference , also the names of gentlemen who possess votes for the London Alasonic Charities . Thc last two pages show an analysis of returns from 186 9 to 1872 . These pages will , at first sight , show the number of lodges ,
place of meeting , initiations , joining members , Past Alasters , and total members . This book is well worthy of notice , it is carefully compiled , and will be found deeply interesting to all Alasonic brethren . We heartily wish it a wide circulation . The Oxford and Cum I-ridge Alasonic Almanack for
187 . 3 . This valuable little book is the most attractive and charming we ever saw . It contains a calendar for each day throughout the year . The special features which distinguish this calendar from all others is—the reader is enabled by
glancing clown the days of each week to learn the exact dates on which the various Masonic bodies in the provinces of Oxfordshire and Cambridgeshire are held . It also contains lists of lodges , chapters , & c , together vvith the names of principal officers .
It consists of 46 pages of printed matter , executed in a highly finished style , and can be placed in the pocket without the least inconvenience . Wc cordially recommend all Alasons to procure this excellent book . The prico is is . 6 d ., and can be had through Bro . E . AV . Morris , Shoe Lane , Oxford .
The Excursion Of American Masons To Europe.
THE EXCURSION OF AMERICAN MASONS TO EUROPE .
This Alasonic party sailed from New York , on Wednesday , June 4 , and arrived in Queenstown a few days ago . Air . Thomas Cook , accompanied by Air . Gates , proceeded to Cork and Queenstown , on the 12 th inst ., to meet the Alasonic brethren . The party will proceed from
Cork to Killarney , and after spending a few days in the Lake District , will go to Dublin , and and from thence to the North of Ireland to visit the Giant ' s Causeway , Belfast , kc . At Dublin , if not sooner . Air . Cook expects to be relieved by Mr . Alexander Howard , of Beyrout ,
who is engaged to accompany thc Alasonic brethren to Scotland , through England , France , Switzerland , Italy , Vienna , Germany , Holland , Bel gium , & c ., a tour of about 100 days . It is hoped that arrangements will be made for Mr . Alexander Howard to continue with the Alasonic
brethren to the end ol their tour , and then to accompany them to America in connection vvith an English party for a tour to the United States , and round the world , leaving London as early as possible in September , so as to leave San Francisco not later than thc 15 th of October , and thus
gain an extra fortnight 111 Japan and China , and get to Egypt by the beginning of February , in readiness for the Palestine work of the spring . Altogether it will be a magnificent excursion . There are in the party some ten ladies and about thirty gentlemen . The Alasons in Glasgow intend to give their transatlantic brethren , and the ladies who accom-
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pany them , a hearty reception . A soiree , concert , and assemblage , under the patronage of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Glasgow , will be held in the City Hall , on the 27 th inst ,. when it is hoped a large number of our brethren and their friends vvill be present to do honour to the distinguished visitors .
Surrey Masonic Hall Company (Limited).
SURREY MASONIC HALL COMPANY ( LIMITED ) .
Wc are glad to report that the Directors of this Company , at their meeting on Wednesday , the nth inst ., unanimously resolved to instruct the architect , Bro . John Thomas , to prepare specifications of the plans adopted for the Flail and Alasonic rooms , also to invite tenders from several eminent builders who are members of tht : Craft . The directors have determined
energetically to carry the building forward and we trust they will receive from the Surrey Alasons the support they deserve . We are enabled to contradict a notice that appeared in a weekly contemporary , in its Alasonic intelligence , " that shareholders only would
be admitted to the ceremony of laying the foundation-ston *** " such a resolution has not yet been considered by the Directors , but merely the propriety of making the ceremony as grand as possible , and soliciting a very exalted and distinguished brother to take part in it . Should such
be the case , it may become necessary to restrict thc attendance of other than shareholders and eminent members of the Craft , or little room would be left for those who unquestionably should lirst be considered , a . s we do not doubt it
would bring together such a gathering of Alasons , such as never yet has been seen on the Surrey-side of London . We are also glad to notice that Bro . Edwin Sillifant , Public Accountant has been appointed Auditor to the company .
Masonic Hall At Derby.
MASONIC HALL AT DERBY .
I'he Alarquis of Hartington , Right Worshipful Alaster and Provincial Grand Master of the Freemasons of Derbyshire , laid the foundation-stone of a new Alasonic Hall here on Wednesday . The brethren , who assembled in great numbers , met at the Assembly-rooms about onco ' clock , and ,
subsequently , headed by the band ofthe yeomanry cavalry walked in procession to the site . Prayer having been offered and the usual preliminaries observed , the stone was lowered . The Marquis then addressed the spectators according to ancient custom as follows : " Men , women , and children
here assembled to-day , to behold this ceremony know all of you that we be lawful Alasons , true and faithful to the laws of our country , and established of old with peace and honour , in most countries to do good to our brethren , to erect magnificent structures , antl to fear God ,
the Great Architect of the Universe . We have amongst us , concealed from the eye of all men , secrets which cannot be divulged ; but these secrets are lawful and honourable and not repugnant to the laws of God or man . They were entrusted in peace and honour to the
Alasons of ancient limes , and have been faithfully transmitted to us , and it is our duty to convey them unimpaired to the latest posterity . Unless our Craft were good , and our calling honourable , we should not have lasted for so manv centuries , nor should we have been
honoured with the patronage of so many of the illustrious in all ages who have ever shown themselves eager to promote our interests and to defend us against all adversaries . We are assembled here to-day in the pretence of you all to assist in laying in ancient form the foundation
stone of this Alasonic Hall , which we pray Him to prosper for the promotion of godliness , harmony , and brotherly love till time shall be no more . " The procession reformed , and returned by the sam e route . A banquet subsequently took place .
At thc annual meeting of the Palestine Explo ration Fund , which was held on Tuesday , both the Archbishop of York and the Dean of Westminster earnestly spoke of the importance of continuing the work of research which has been carried on under the auspices of this organization .
Masonic Tidings.
Masonic Tidings .
On Saturday last , at Masons' Hall Tavern , Basinghall-street the staff of Alessrs . Burgoyne , Burbidges , and Co ., gave a complimentary dinner to Bro . J . G . Attwood , on his entering upon anew venture which will take him out of this country
for a short period . Covers were laid for thirty guests . Air . Walter Beard , son of Bro . Thomas Beard , C . C , has this week been admitted an attorneyat-law and solicitor , and will join his father in partnership .
i'he funeral of the late Bro . J . N , Garrod took place ( privately ) on Tuesday , at Willesden cemetery . Bro . John B . Alonckton has announced his candidature for the office of Town Clerk of the Citv of London .
ROYAL ARCH AIASONRY AT BIRKEMIEAD . — After several years of considerable depression , the prospects of the Royal Arch Degree in Freemasonry again look bri ghter at Birkenhead , " the City of the Future , " and there now seems abundant reason to anticipate that the exalted
degree will once more regain the high position and popularity to which it is well entitled . To Comp . E . G . Willoughby and Comp . Edward Harbord belong the lion ' s share of the honour of the restoration of the Chapter of Fidelity , No . 477 , to Birkenhead , a work in which they
were materially helped by Comps . H . Bulley , W . Bulley , J . P . Piatt , T . Piatt , and F . K . Stevenson , of the Lion Chapter , No . 587 , each of whom spared neither body nor brains to aid in the excellent work , which has alread y borne excellent fruit . To a large extent , the Chapter of
Fidelity has had reason to feel its obligations to Comp . F ' . K . Stevenson , and as a mark of their esteem and gratitude the companions have resolved to present him with a splendid drawingroom timepiece , bearing the following inscription * . — " Presented by the Chapter of Fidelity ,
477 , to Comp . Frederick K . Stevenson , P . Z ., in recognition of his valuable services , and of his worth as a Alason , J une , 1873 . A . L . 5873 . E ; Harbord , Z . ; J . FI . Johnstone , H . ; S . Jones , J . j T . Dixion , S . E . j A . Samuels , S . N . ; D . Fraser , P . S . ; Wm . AI . Asher , Treasurer . " We
may add , as showing the interest taken by the members in the welfare of this Chapter , tbat there has been presented to it a marble altar , of excellent workmanship . The altar is of pure marble , and bears the following inscription - — " Presented by Comp . Donald Fraser , to the
Chapter of ridehty , 477 , Birkenhead , June , 1873 . The altar is the joint production of Mr . Henry Tabiner , Price-street , and Air . Dixon , marble mason , Conway-street , and will be on view for a few days at the rooms of the latter . The Provincial Grand Chapter of Cheshire under the auspices ofthe Right Hon . the Lord De Tabley ,
Right Worshipltil P . G . Supt ., will meet for the first time at Biikenhead in October next , and it is hoped that thc Chapter of Fidelity , as the oldest chapter in the dLtrict , will , with the assistance of its juniors , take all the necessary steps to render the meeting as great a success as its importance demands .
AIASOMC BALL AT Oxroun . —On Alonday evening , June , 16 th , a grand Alasonic ball took place at the city buildings . It wasalsoexpected lhat His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales , who had honoured the craft by the acceptance of
the office of W . AL of tiie Apollo Lodge , would be present for the purpose of installation . On Wednesday the Alasonic body held their annual fete in the beautiful gardens o' Si . John ' s College .
A concert and reading will be given at thc City Terminus Hotel , Cannon-street , on Thursday , the 26 th inst ., in aid of the schools of St . John the Evangelist , Grove-road , ii ., of which Bro . the Rev . J . AI . Vaughan is the incumbent . The concert vvill be under the patronage of the
Right Hon . tlie Lord Mayor and sherifls , and Lord Skelmersdale , Provincial Grand Master of West Lancashire ; and other distinguished brethren have added the prestige of their names in support of the undertaking . Aliss Edith Wynne , and other eminent artistes are engaged ,
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general utility . It is announced to be completed in 32 parts at 6 d . " A catalogue of works on Freemasonry from Spencer ' s Masonic Depot , " contains a list with prices of rare and interesting works , many of them not elsewhere obtainable .
Directory for the Provincial Grand Lodge of Cornwall , Royal Comicall Gazelle Office , Truro . This little book , edited by Bro . Wm . James Hughan , P . M . 1 . 31 , Past Prov . Grand Secretary , is in its third year of publication . On page , 3
we have the names ofthe Prov . Grand Alasters of Cornwall , when appointed , and number of lodges then in existence . Page 4 , names of Officers of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Cornwall . Page 6 gives the Annual Meetings and Festivals of the Provincial Grand Lodge of
Cornwall from A . D . 1863 . It g ives the name of town , date , and number of lodges represented . Further on , we have a list of the lodges in the Province , number , date of constitution , days of meeting , and towns in which the lodges are held . From page io to 32 we have the Past
and Present Officers , and other members of the Provincial Lodge , which will be found very useful for reference , also the names of gentlemen who possess votes for the London Alasonic Charities . Thc last two pages show an analysis of returns from 186 9 to 1872 . These pages will , at first sight , show the number of lodges ,
place of meeting , initiations , joining members , Past Alasters , and total members . This book is well worthy of notice , it is carefully compiled , and will be found deeply interesting to all Alasonic brethren . We heartily wish it a wide circulation . The Oxford and Cum I-ridge Alasonic Almanack for
187 . 3 . This valuable little book is the most attractive and charming we ever saw . It contains a calendar for each day throughout the year . The special features which distinguish this calendar from all others is—the reader is enabled by
glancing clown the days of each week to learn the exact dates on which the various Masonic bodies in the provinces of Oxfordshire and Cambridgeshire are held . It also contains lists of lodges , chapters , & c , together vvith the names of principal officers .
It consists of 46 pages of printed matter , executed in a highly finished style , and can be placed in the pocket without the least inconvenience . Wc cordially recommend all Alasons to procure this excellent book . The prico is is . 6 d ., and can be had through Bro . E . AV . Morris , Shoe Lane , Oxford .
The Excursion Of American Masons To Europe.
THE EXCURSION OF AMERICAN MASONS TO EUROPE .
This Alasonic party sailed from New York , on Wednesday , June 4 , and arrived in Queenstown a few days ago . Air . Thomas Cook , accompanied by Air . Gates , proceeded to Cork and Queenstown , on the 12 th inst ., to meet the Alasonic brethren . The party will proceed from
Cork to Killarney , and after spending a few days in the Lake District , will go to Dublin , and and from thence to the North of Ireland to visit the Giant ' s Causeway , Belfast , kc . At Dublin , if not sooner . Air . Cook expects to be relieved by Mr . Alexander Howard , of Beyrout ,
who is engaged to accompany thc Alasonic brethren to Scotland , through England , France , Switzerland , Italy , Vienna , Germany , Holland , Bel gium , & c ., a tour of about 100 days . It is hoped that arrangements will be made for Mr . Alexander Howard to continue with the Alasonic
brethren to the end ol their tour , and then to accompany them to America in connection vvith an English party for a tour to the United States , and round the world , leaving London as early as possible in September , so as to leave San Francisco not later than thc 15 th of October , and thus
gain an extra fortnight 111 Japan and China , and get to Egypt by the beginning of February , in readiness for the Palestine work of the spring . Altogether it will be a magnificent excursion . There are in the party some ten ladies and about thirty gentlemen . The Alasons in Glasgow intend to give their transatlantic brethren , and the ladies who accom-
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pany them , a hearty reception . A soiree , concert , and assemblage , under the patronage of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Glasgow , will be held in the City Hall , on the 27 th inst ,. when it is hoped a large number of our brethren and their friends vvill be present to do honour to the distinguished visitors .
Surrey Masonic Hall Company (Limited).
SURREY MASONIC HALL COMPANY ( LIMITED ) .
Wc are glad to report that the Directors of this Company , at their meeting on Wednesday , the nth inst ., unanimously resolved to instruct the architect , Bro . John Thomas , to prepare specifications of the plans adopted for the Flail and Alasonic rooms , also to invite tenders from several eminent builders who are members of tht : Craft . The directors have determined
energetically to carry the building forward and we trust they will receive from the Surrey Alasons the support they deserve . We are enabled to contradict a notice that appeared in a weekly contemporary , in its Alasonic intelligence , " that shareholders only would
be admitted to the ceremony of laying the foundation-ston *** " such a resolution has not yet been considered by the Directors , but merely the propriety of making the ceremony as grand as possible , and soliciting a very exalted and distinguished brother to take part in it . Should such
be the case , it may become necessary to restrict thc attendance of other than shareholders and eminent members of the Craft , or little room would be left for those who unquestionably should lirst be considered , a . s we do not doubt it
would bring together such a gathering of Alasons , such as never yet has been seen on the Surrey-side of London . We are also glad to notice that Bro . Edwin Sillifant , Public Accountant has been appointed Auditor to the company .
Masonic Hall At Derby.
MASONIC HALL AT DERBY .
I'he Alarquis of Hartington , Right Worshipful Alaster and Provincial Grand Master of the Freemasons of Derbyshire , laid the foundation-stone of a new Alasonic Hall here on Wednesday . The brethren , who assembled in great numbers , met at the Assembly-rooms about onco ' clock , and ,
subsequently , headed by the band ofthe yeomanry cavalry walked in procession to the site . Prayer having been offered and the usual preliminaries observed , the stone was lowered . The Marquis then addressed the spectators according to ancient custom as follows : " Men , women , and children
here assembled to-day , to behold this ceremony know all of you that we be lawful Alasons , true and faithful to the laws of our country , and established of old with peace and honour , in most countries to do good to our brethren , to erect magnificent structures , antl to fear God ,
the Great Architect of the Universe . We have amongst us , concealed from the eye of all men , secrets which cannot be divulged ; but these secrets are lawful and honourable and not repugnant to the laws of God or man . They were entrusted in peace and honour to the
Alasons of ancient limes , and have been faithfully transmitted to us , and it is our duty to convey them unimpaired to the latest posterity . Unless our Craft were good , and our calling honourable , we should not have lasted for so manv centuries , nor should we have been
honoured with the patronage of so many of the illustrious in all ages who have ever shown themselves eager to promote our interests and to defend us against all adversaries . We are assembled here to-day in the pretence of you all to assist in laying in ancient form the foundation
stone of this Alasonic Hall , which we pray Him to prosper for the promotion of godliness , harmony , and brotherly love till time shall be no more . " The procession reformed , and returned by the sam e route . A banquet subsequently took place .
At thc annual meeting of the Palestine Explo ration Fund , which was held on Tuesday , both the Archbishop of York and the Dean of Westminster earnestly spoke of the importance of continuing the work of research which has been carried on under the auspices of this organization .
Masonic Tidings.
Masonic Tidings .
On Saturday last , at Masons' Hall Tavern , Basinghall-street the staff of Alessrs . Burgoyne , Burbidges , and Co ., gave a complimentary dinner to Bro . J . G . Attwood , on his entering upon anew venture which will take him out of this country
for a short period . Covers were laid for thirty guests . Air . Walter Beard , son of Bro . Thomas Beard , C . C , has this week been admitted an attorneyat-law and solicitor , and will join his father in partnership .
i'he funeral of the late Bro . J . N , Garrod took place ( privately ) on Tuesday , at Willesden cemetery . Bro . John B . Alonckton has announced his candidature for the office of Town Clerk of the Citv of London .
ROYAL ARCH AIASONRY AT BIRKEMIEAD . — After several years of considerable depression , the prospects of the Royal Arch Degree in Freemasonry again look bri ghter at Birkenhead , " the City of the Future , " and there now seems abundant reason to anticipate that the exalted
degree will once more regain the high position and popularity to which it is well entitled . To Comp . E . G . Willoughby and Comp . Edward Harbord belong the lion ' s share of the honour of the restoration of the Chapter of Fidelity , No . 477 , to Birkenhead , a work in which they
were materially helped by Comps . H . Bulley , W . Bulley , J . P . Piatt , T . Piatt , and F . K . Stevenson , of the Lion Chapter , No . 587 , each of whom spared neither body nor brains to aid in the excellent work , which has alread y borne excellent fruit . To a large extent , the Chapter of
Fidelity has had reason to feel its obligations to Comp . F ' . K . Stevenson , and as a mark of their esteem and gratitude the companions have resolved to present him with a splendid drawingroom timepiece , bearing the following inscription * . — " Presented by the Chapter of Fidelity ,
477 , to Comp . Frederick K . Stevenson , P . Z ., in recognition of his valuable services , and of his worth as a Alason , J une , 1873 . A . L . 5873 . E ; Harbord , Z . ; J . FI . Johnstone , H . ; S . Jones , J . j T . Dixion , S . E . j A . Samuels , S . N . ; D . Fraser , P . S . ; Wm . AI . Asher , Treasurer . " We
may add , as showing the interest taken by the members in the welfare of this Chapter , tbat there has been presented to it a marble altar , of excellent workmanship . The altar is of pure marble , and bears the following inscription - — " Presented by Comp . Donald Fraser , to the
Chapter of ridehty , 477 , Birkenhead , June , 1873 . The altar is the joint production of Mr . Henry Tabiner , Price-street , and Air . Dixon , marble mason , Conway-street , and will be on view for a few days at the rooms of the latter . The Provincial Grand Chapter of Cheshire under the auspices ofthe Right Hon . the Lord De Tabley ,
Right Worshipltil P . G . Supt ., will meet for the first time at Biikenhead in October next , and it is hoped that thc Chapter of Fidelity , as the oldest chapter in the dLtrict , will , with the assistance of its juniors , take all the necessary steps to render the meeting as great a success as its importance demands .
AIASOMC BALL AT Oxroun . —On Alonday evening , June , 16 th , a grand Alasonic ball took place at the city buildings . It wasalsoexpected lhat His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales , who had honoured the craft by the acceptance of
the office of W . AL of tiie Apollo Lodge , would be present for the purpose of installation . On Wednesday the Alasonic body held their annual fete in the beautiful gardens o' Si . John ' s College .
A concert and reading will be given at thc City Terminus Hotel , Cannon-street , on Thursday , the 26 th inst ., in aid of the schools of St . John the Evangelist , Grove-road , ii ., of which Bro . the Rev . J . AI . Vaughan is the incumbent . The concert vvill be under the patronage of the
Right Hon . tlie Lord Mayor and sherifls , and Lord Skelmersdale , Provincial Grand Master of West Lancashire ; and other distinguished brethren have added the prestige of their names in support of the undertaking . Aliss Edith Wynne , and other eminent artistes are engaged ,