-
Articles/Ads
Article Royal Arch. ← Page 2 of 2 Article Royal Arch. Page 2 of 2 Article Mark Masonry. Page 1 of 1 Article Red Cross of Constantine. Page 1 of 1 Article Cryptic Masonry. Page 1 of 1 Article Cryptic Masonry. Page 1 of 1 Article Ireland. Page 1 of 1 Article Obituary. Page 1 of 1
Note: This text has been automatically extracted via Optical Character Recognition (OCR) software.
Royal Arch.
The officers appointed were Comps . A . Avery , Treasurer ; VV . H . Green , S . E . ; Pridmore , P . S . ; H . Bond , ist A . S . ; and Bavin , Janitor . Bro . James Gordon , P . M ., of the Beadon Lodge , No- Gig , a candidate , was ballotted for and unanimously ' " elected , but in consequence of a severe domestic calamity , his exaltation was necessarily deferred until the next convocation in July . The M . E . Z said that the first duty he had to perform
wasa most pleasing one , as it was to present their I . P . Z ., Comp . H . Thompson , with ajewel which had been voted to him by the companions at the last convocation , as an acknowledgment of the services he had rendered to the chapter during his year of office . He was sure that the companions would agree with him when he said that during the time he had occupied the chair his conduct had been most menial , and at all times the companions had been treated
with courtesy and kindness , and when he ( the M . E . Z . ) left the chair he hoped tbat he should leave it with the same kindness and good wishes as the companions then entertained towards Comp . Thompson . In placing upon his breast the jewel which had been unanimously voted to him , he hoped he might live long to wear it , and that it would be an unfailing remembrance of the kindness the companions of the Beadon Chapter entertained towards
liim during the time he had occupied the position of M . E . / .. amongst them . He then placed on his breast a beautiful jewel , which bore the following inscription : "Presented to Comp . H . Thompson , P . Z ., m recognition of his valuaable services as M . E . Z . of the Beadon Chapter during 1 SS 1 . " Comp . Thompson , in acknowledging the high compliment which the M . E . Z . had been pleased to pay him , said
he felt at that moment so embarrassed in his feelings of gratitude that he could hardly give expression to what he felt for the great kindness that they had always shown to him and for the splendid jewel with which they had presented him that evening . He had had other jewels presented to him during his Masonic career , then upwards of twenty-two years , all of which he estimated , but he could assure them that none of them should he wear with greater
pride than that which he had received at the hands of the Beadon Chapter . He was greatly indebted to them for the uniform kindness he had always received from them , and their willingness at all times to treat any shortcomings on his part with the greatest indulgence . From the time he came amongst them he had always been treated with courtesy , and he might truly say that some of the happiest hours of his life had been spent in the Beadon Chapter .
To one and all he wished health , happiness , and prosperity , and trusted that he might for many years be amongst them to enjoy a continuance of that good fellowship he had hitherto received . The chapter was then closed in due form , and the companions adjourned to the large hall for refreshment , which was well served by Comps . VVood and Ronan . On the withdrawal of thecloth , the M . E . Z . gave the usual
loyal and Royal Arch toasts , which were all duly honoured . Comp . H . Thompson , I . P . Z ., said it devolved upon him for the first time to propose the next toast , which was " The Health of their esteemed M . E . Z ., Comp . Sharratt , " who had that night been installed in the exalted position he then occupied , and he felt sure , from what he had done in the other offices , that the companions could not have made a better choice than in selecting Comp . Sharratt to preside
over them . He was kind , courteous , and painstaking , ana he was sure that he would well maintain the dignity of the position in which they had placed him ; and he ( Comp . Thompson ) hoped and trusted that he would have a prosperous year of office , and when the time arrived that he should have to y ield up the chair to his successor , he would quit it with all the good wishes and kindl y feelings that were at all times entertained towards him . This toast was most
enthusiastically received . The M . E . Z . said he felt that he was undeserving of all the kindly things Comp . Thompson had said of him , but he would do everything in his power to promote the prosperity of the chapter , and would strive to emulate those who had gone before him , although perhaps he might not succeed in doing so . ' He , however , thanked Comp . 'Thompson for the very kindly way in which he had spoken of him , and
the companions for the cordial manner in which they had received the toast , and hoped at the end of the year to leave the chair with the same feelings and with credit to his successor . The M . E . Z . then proposed "The P . Z . ' s of the Chapter , " and , in doing so adverted to the vote of thanks which had . been given to Comp . Smeed for the very beautiful manner in which he had performed the installation of Principals that evening ; and said he hoped that he should have
the assistance of the P . Z . ' s in carrying out his duties in the ensuing year . He proposed the health of Comps . Smeed , XVyec , Thompson , and Green , and trusted that the chapter might long have the benefit of their services . Comp . Smeed , in acknowledging the toast , said it was always a pleasure to him to come amongst the members of the Beadon Chapter , and was ready at all times to do anything that might be required to promote its interests . He was glad to have the opportunity of installing the Principals that evening , and should be happy to do so on any future
occasion . The next toast was ' that of " The Visitors , " and for which Comp . H . E . Frances returned thanks , expressing the pleasure he felt in being present and in witnessing the very excellent manner in which Comp . Smeed had installed the Principals that night , and for the hospitality which had been extended towards him . Comp . Taylor also briefly returned thanks . The M . E . Z . next gave "Comps . Dodman and
Carrington , the H . and J . of the Chapter , " for which Comp . Carrington , in the absence of Comp . Dodman , returned thanks , expressing his sense of the highly impressive manner in which he had been installed by Comp . Smeed , and assuring 'hem that he would do all in his power to deserve the confidence the companions had reposed in him by placing him "i such an exalted position . Some other toasts were given and songs sung ; and the Janitor ' s toast brought a thoroughly harmonious meeting to a close .
KENNINGTON CHAPTER ( No . 1381 ) . —This young hut flourishing chapter met on the 4 th inst ., at the Horns Tavern , Kennington-park , when there wcrepresmt among others , Comps . T . C . Walls , P . P . G . D . C . Middx ., M . E . Z . ; Higgins , IL ; Speedy , J . ; George Evereit , ft ' -, Treasurer ; VVebb , S . N . ; Appleton , ist Assistant ; Looper , 2 nd Assistant ; and James Terry , P . Z ., & c , & c .
Royal Arch.
( hon . member ) . The visitors were Comps . H . J . Lardner , IL West Smithfield ; Maclean , J . Domatic ; Major Campbell , P . S . Cyrus ; and Davey , Treasuier , Lebanon . The minutes of the previous meeting having been read and confirmed , the chair was taken by Comp . Terry , and he then in a masterly manner installed Comps . H . Higgins , as M . E . Z . ; Speedy , as H ., and Webb , as J . The officers invested were as follows : Comps . Eveiett , jun ., S . E .
( by deputy ); G . Everett , P . Z ., Treasurer ; Kohler , S . N . ( by deputy ); Appleton , P . S . ; Cooper and Ayling , Assistants ; and Daly , Janitor . A vote of thanks having been passed with acclamation , was ordered to be entered on the minutes in recognition of the services of Comp . Terry , as Installing officer . Several communications having been read from absent members , Comp . Lardner was
proposed by the I . P . Z ., and seconded by the Treasurer , as a joining member . The chapter having been closed , the members and their visitors adjourned to the banquet . Upon the removal of thecloth the preliminary toasts were done full justice to . "The M . E . Z . " was given by the I . P . Z ., and this toast having been duly honoured , the M . E . Z . replied in well chosen terms .
" lhe Health ofthe I . P . Z ., " and presentation of a Past Principal ' s jewel followed . Comp . Walls having acknowledged the dual compliment , the toast of " The Installing Officer " came next . Comp . Terry , in the course of an excellent reply , expressed his gratification in witnessing the progress of the chapter . He had had the honour of consecrating it , and therefore its prosperity was naturally pleasing to him . In
conclusion , he said that although his health had been very indifferent , and was still precarious , yet under the circumstances he felt he could not stay away from the installation meeting . He had hitherto inducted all the Principals of the Kennington Chapter into their respective chairs , and so long as his poor services were needed , he would continue to do so . ( Hear , hear . ) "The Visitors" followed .
Comps . Campbell , Maclean , Lardner , and Davey having each said a fe , v words in response , the toast of " 'The Second and Third Principals " came next in order . Comps . Speedy and VVebb having briefly acknowledged the compliment . "The Health of the Treasurer and Scribe E . " was
cordially proposed by the M . E . Z . The toast having been received with acclamation , Comp . G . Everett , upon behalf of himself and son , made a speech of some point . " The Officers , " coupled with the names of Comp . Appleton , Cooper , and Ay ' . ing , who responded , brought the proceedings to a termination .
Mark Masonry.
Mark Masonry .
WIGAN . —Rose and Thistle Lodge ( No . 158 ) . —The annual festival of tit . John , in connection with the above lodge , was celebrated atthe Masonic Hall , on Wednesday , the 12 th inst ., when Bro . J . D . Murray was duly installed VV . M . for the ensuing year , the ceremony being ably performed by Bro . Thos . Entwistle 31 ° , P . P . G . M . M . Lancashire , assisted by Bro . G . L . Campbell , P . P . G . M . O .
and Org . lhe new oflicers were Bros . Wm . Dean , S . W . Thos . Milner , J . W . ; Rev . Charles Hesketh Knowlys , Chaplain ; A , H . Crossley , M . O . ; VV . Johnson , S . O . ; B . B . Seddon , J . D . ; H . T . Byron , Sec ; J . Marsden , Reg . of Marks ; J . Browne , S . D . ; VV . M . VVylde , J . D . ;
W . Horrocks , l . U . ; Jas . Wilson , bib . ; and VV . Holt , J . S . The after dinner proceedings were made specially enjoyable by the excellent performance of a selection of vocal and instrumental music by a party of brethren from the Lathom Mark Lodge at Southport , under the able leadership of Bro . Roberts , VV . M .
COCKERMOUTH . —Faithfull Lodge ( No . 229 ) . —The monthly meeting of this lodge was held on Wednesday , the 12 th inst ., Bro . W . IL Lewthwaite in the chair . There was not a large attendance of the brethren . The minutes of previous meeting were read and confirmed ; and there being nothing but general routine business , the lodge was closed in form and good harmony .
Red Cross Of Constantine.
Red Cross of Constantine .
YORK . —Eboracum Conclave ( No . 137 ) . —Tho installation meeting of this bed y was held on the evening of Holy Thursday , the throne being assumed by the M . P . S ., Bro . C . G . Padel . The routine business consisted in the reception and installation of Bro . F . Slingcr , of the Hotspur Lodge , No . 1 G 2 G , Newcastle , which was performed by the M . P . S ., Bro . T . B . Whytehead , Int . Genl . Unattached , acting as H . P ., and giving the Legend of the Order . A
College of Viceroys was then opened , and Bro . M . Millington was duly installed in the chair of V . E ., alter which a Senate ol Sovereigns was opened , and Bro . G . Simpson was placed on the throne of C . The Senate and College were then successively closed , and the M . P . S . and V . E . proclaimed and saluted . The Auditor ' s report was read
and showed a very satisfactory balance , and the sum of £ 5 was voted to the Eboracum Lodge Building Fund . At the close of the conclave Bro . Simpson was appointed and installed in the chair of the St . Peter ' s Sanctuary and Commandery of St . John . Subsequently the brethren met to partake of light refreshment , and a quiet evening was spent in fraternal converse .
Cryptic Masonry.
Cryptic Masonry .
GRAND MASTERS' COUNCIL ( No . 1 ) . — An exceedingly successful meeting in connection with this distinguished council was held on the 31 st ult ., at the Masonic Hall , Red Lion-square . Among those in attendance were Comps . T . C . Walls , R . I . G . M ., Deputy Master ; T . Poore , P . C . of Works ; D . M . Dewar , Recorder ; A . Williams , C . of C . ; R . L . Loveland , as C . of G .,- Thos .
Cubitt and G . Graveley , Marshals ; C . H . Driver , Harding , Livingston , F . H . Clemow , Nicholls , and J . Ii . Anderson . The council was honoured with a visit from Comps . S . Rawson , T . J ., Deputy Grand Master , and Major Dunbar , Grand Marshal . The minutes of the previous meeting having been read and confirmed , the ballot was taken upon behalf of Bros .
Cryptic Masonry.
Baron de Ferrieres , M . P ., J . G . Horsey , H . F . Dale , VV . G . Lemon , and A . F . Godson , and it proving to be unanimous in each case , they were duly admitted and received into the Degrees of M . K . M ., R . M ., S . M ., and S . E . M ., the four ceremonies being carried out by the D . M ., ably assisted by Comp . Poore and the rest of thc oflicers ; the attendant lectures were also delivered . Comp . Dewar having given a notice of motion touchinnthe commutation
upon of subscriptions , and numerous letters of apology for non-attendance having been read , the council was closed , after a long sitting , and the companions adjourned to a collation at the Albion Hotel , Theobald ' sroad . The usual toasts were subsequently giver . "The Health of the T . J . G . M ., Comp . the Rev . R . Portal , " was received with more than usual cordiality , in consequence of the precarious state of his health , which has necessitated his sojourn abroad for many months oast . The
"' Health of the D . M . " was flatteringly proposed by Comp . Dewar . Comp . Walls having replied , then gave " The Newlyadmitted Companions . " This toast was responded to at length by Comp . Baron de Ferrieres and others . The former expressed himself as being highly delighted with the ceremonies , and said that he should look forward with pleasure to the next meeting . " The Officers , " coupled with the names ef Comps . Dewar and Poore , who replied , brought thc prc : ; edings to a conclusion .
Ireland.
Ireland .
THE MASONIC SCHOOL BAZAAR . A concert , in connection with the above bazaar , was held on Wednesday evening , the 12 th inst ., in the Kxhibition Palace , Dublin . In obedience to a circulated request on the subject , the majority of the members of the Fraternity appeared in their insignia , and , as a large proportion of the patronisers of the concert wore evening dress the fine room had an aspect of brilliancy and varied colour that was
extremely pleasing . 'Theorchestra , too , wilh its one hundred and fitly occupants , was a scene of picturesque animation . Worthy of note is the fact that all the tenors and basses were Freemasons . The band , too , contained many members of the Craft—in fact , the majority of the instrumentalists wore emblems of the Order—and the ladies were relatives of the brethren . The first part of the concert opened with the overture to " Masaniello , " which was most satisfactoril
y played , the band having for its leader the veteran , R . M . Leavy , and including many _ tried amateurs . Then came the chorus"A Song of Peace , " by Arthur Sullivan , in which the choir first sought the suffrage of the audience . But little room was found for adverse criticism . Bro . J . F . Jones whose admirable powers as a baritone have long since been fully recognised , sang "Gallants of England " in brilliant
style , and may be said to have heralded the announcement that notwithstanding all drawbacks success was assured . A delightful contrast was Sir Robert Stewart ' s quaint and ' touching ballad " At dead of night , " from "The Eve of St . John , " which Mrs . Harte sang with exquisite taste to the composer ' s accompaniment . Bro . F . W . Eisner and Miss P . Eisner then played Beethoven ' s sonata for violoncello and pianoforte in li . major , op . 17 . It was an
unexceptionable rendering but it certainly did not arouse the enthusiasm amongst the audience . " Sir Harold the Hunter " a chorus by Bro . T . R . G . Joze , Mus . Doc , a light tuneful composition was then given . 'The glorious " Ave Maria " of Bach and Gounod , with piano , violoncello , and organ accompaniment , came next , and was sung by a lady amateur . Though apparently somewhat nervous the lady gave a scholarly interpretation of the number . A serenade
by Bro . Dr . O'Donoghue , "Wake , love , wake" ( with organ obligate ) was sung by the composer , and heard for the first time . Without being a very elaborate work it bears the impress of musical genius , and was favourably received . Balfe's " The Sailor Sighs " followed , and was sung creditably by Miss Dora De Leslie and Bro . J . F Jones . Most merrily the first part of the programme ended with the chorus "lhe Bells of St . Michael ' s Tower" ( Sir R P
Stewart ) , which was probably one of the items that best evidenced the capital tuning of the choir . Opening the second part , " The Wedding March" was played by the band . The next item was a solo ( Mrs . Harte ) and chorus from " The Enchantress . " It was , indeed , well rendered . Miss Dora De Lisle obtained an im-bis for " The Lost Chord" ( Sullivan ) , her rich voice and excellent taste eminently entitling her to warm praise . A daintv little
song , through the Heather , " by Jose , was also re-demanded , notwithstanding the modtst anxiety of the composer to pass on to the next item Mendelssohn ' s chorus , "Sing on with Cheerful Strain , having been su- g with unexceptionable steadiness by the choir , Mrs . Harte gave "Savourneen Deelish , " with delicious expression . For an encore she sang with refreshing richness "A Summer Shower , " and was most fairly the recipient of hearty applause . Herr
lilsner and Miss Pauline Elnser having played a " Salonstucke , " by Rubenstein , Watson ' s duet "Comrade to Arms , " sung by Dr . O'Donoghue , and Mr . J . F . Jonesfollowed , and a thoroughly well wrought out programme closed with the cavatina and chorus from " Lucia ? ' The National Anthem was sung at the finale . The warmest praise is due to Dr . Jose for his efforts in connection with the choir , whose singing practically left little or nothing to be desired . Bro . Gater , Mus . Bac , presided at the organ .
Obituary.
Obituary .
BRO . PARSONS , No . 211 . It is with regret we announce the death of Bro . Parsons one of the Past Masters of St . Michael ' s Lodge , No . -n ' Bro . Parsons was greatly loved and respected , not only in his own immediate circle , but by all with whom he came in contact , as well as by his brethren in Masonry . At the funeral , which took place at Barkinrr . on Mnnrt = „ , v , „^
was a large gathering of relations and friends , all anxious to pay their last token of respect to his memory ; amongst those present being Bros . Usher Back , VV . M . ; Charles Greenwood , P . CS . B . England , P . M . and Treasurer ; Laver , P . M . ; and VV . W . Morgan , Secretary , all of Lodge No . 211 . **
Note: This text has been automatically extracted via Optical Character Recognition (OCR) software.
Royal Arch.
The officers appointed were Comps . A . Avery , Treasurer ; VV . H . Green , S . E . ; Pridmore , P . S . ; H . Bond , ist A . S . ; and Bavin , Janitor . Bro . James Gordon , P . M ., of the Beadon Lodge , No- Gig , a candidate , was ballotted for and unanimously ' " elected , but in consequence of a severe domestic calamity , his exaltation was necessarily deferred until the next convocation in July . The M . E . Z said that the first duty he had to perform
wasa most pleasing one , as it was to present their I . P . Z ., Comp . H . Thompson , with ajewel which had been voted to him by the companions at the last convocation , as an acknowledgment of the services he had rendered to the chapter during his year of office . He was sure that the companions would agree with him when he said that during the time he had occupied the chair his conduct had been most menial , and at all times the companions had been treated
with courtesy and kindness , and when he ( the M . E . Z . ) left the chair he hoped tbat he should leave it with the same kindness and good wishes as the companions then entertained towards Comp . Thompson . In placing upon his breast the jewel which had been unanimously voted to him , he hoped he might live long to wear it , and that it would be an unfailing remembrance of the kindness the companions of the Beadon Chapter entertained towards
liim during the time he had occupied the position of M . E . / .. amongst them . He then placed on his breast a beautiful jewel , which bore the following inscription : "Presented to Comp . H . Thompson , P . Z ., m recognition of his valuaable services as M . E . Z . of the Beadon Chapter during 1 SS 1 . " Comp . Thompson , in acknowledging the high compliment which the M . E . Z . had been pleased to pay him , said
he felt at that moment so embarrassed in his feelings of gratitude that he could hardly give expression to what he felt for the great kindness that they had always shown to him and for the splendid jewel with which they had presented him that evening . He had had other jewels presented to him during his Masonic career , then upwards of twenty-two years , all of which he estimated , but he could assure them that none of them should he wear with greater
pride than that which he had received at the hands of the Beadon Chapter . He was greatly indebted to them for the uniform kindness he had always received from them , and their willingness at all times to treat any shortcomings on his part with the greatest indulgence . From the time he came amongst them he had always been treated with courtesy , and he might truly say that some of the happiest hours of his life had been spent in the Beadon Chapter .
To one and all he wished health , happiness , and prosperity , and trusted that he might for many years be amongst them to enjoy a continuance of that good fellowship he had hitherto received . The chapter was then closed in due form , and the companions adjourned to the large hall for refreshment , which was well served by Comps . VVood and Ronan . On the withdrawal of thecloth , the M . E . Z . gave the usual
loyal and Royal Arch toasts , which were all duly honoured . Comp . H . Thompson , I . P . Z ., said it devolved upon him for the first time to propose the next toast , which was " The Health of their esteemed M . E . Z ., Comp . Sharratt , " who had that night been installed in the exalted position he then occupied , and he felt sure , from what he had done in the other offices , that the companions could not have made a better choice than in selecting Comp . Sharratt to preside
over them . He was kind , courteous , and painstaking , ana he was sure that he would well maintain the dignity of the position in which they had placed him ; and he ( Comp . Thompson ) hoped and trusted that he would have a prosperous year of office , and when the time arrived that he should have to y ield up the chair to his successor , he would quit it with all the good wishes and kindl y feelings that were at all times entertained towards him . This toast was most
enthusiastically received . The M . E . Z . said he felt that he was undeserving of all the kindly things Comp . Thompson had said of him , but he would do everything in his power to promote the prosperity of the chapter , and would strive to emulate those who had gone before him , although perhaps he might not succeed in doing so . ' He , however , thanked Comp . 'Thompson for the very kindly way in which he had spoken of him , and
the companions for the cordial manner in which they had received the toast , and hoped at the end of the year to leave the chair with the same feelings and with credit to his successor . The M . E . Z . then proposed "The P . Z . ' s of the Chapter , " and , in doing so adverted to the vote of thanks which had . been given to Comp . Smeed for the very beautiful manner in which he had performed the installation of Principals that evening ; and said he hoped that he should have
the assistance of the P . Z . ' s in carrying out his duties in the ensuing year . He proposed the health of Comps . Smeed , XVyec , Thompson , and Green , and trusted that the chapter might long have the benefit of their services . Comp . Smeed , in acknowledging the toast , said it was always a pleasure to him to come amongst the members of the Beadon Chapter , and was ready at all times to do anything that might be required to promote its interests . He was glad to have the opportunity of installing the Principals that evening , and should be happy to do so on any future
occasion . The next toast was ' that of " The Visitors , " and for which Comp . H . E . Frances returned thanks , expressing the pleasure he felt in being present and in witnessing the very excellent manner in which Comp . Smeed had installed the Principals that night , and for the hospitality which had been extended towards him . Comp . Taylor also briefly returned thanks . The M . E . Z . next gave "Comps . Dodman and
Carrington , the H . and J . of the Chapter , " for which Comp . Carrington , in the absence of Comp . Dodman , returned thanks , expressing his sense of the highly impressive manner in which he had been installed by Comp . Smeed , and assuring 'hem that he would do all in his power to deserve the confidence the companions had reposed in him by placing him "i such an exalted position . Some other toasts were given and songs sung ; and the Janitor ' s toast brought a thoroughly harmonious meeting to a close .
KENNINGTON CHAPTER ( No . 1381 ) . —This young hut flourishing chapter met on the 4 th inst ., at the Horns Tavern , Kennington-park , when there wcrepresmt among others , Comps . T . C . Walls , P . P . G . D . C . Middx ., M . E . Z . ; Higgins , IL ; Speedy , J . ; George Evereit , ft ' -, Treasurer ; VVebb , S . N . ; Appleton , ist Assistant ; Looper , 2 nd Assistant ; and James Terry , P . Z ., & c , & c .
Royal Arch.
( hon . member ) . The visitors were Comps . H . J . Lardner , IL West Smithfield ; Maclean , J . Domatic ; Major Campbell , P . S . Cyrus ; and Davey , Treasuier , Lebanon . The minutes of the previous meeting having been read and confirmed , the chair was taken by Comp . Terry , and he then in a masterly manner installed Comps . H . Higgins , as M . E . Z . ; Speedy , as H ., and Webb , as J . The officers invested were as follows : Comps . Eveiett , jun ., S . E .
( by deputy ); G . Everett , P . Z ., Treasurer ; Kohler , S . N . ( by deputy ); Appleton , P . S . ; Cooper and Ayling , Assistants ; and Daly , Janitor . A vote of thanks having been passed with acclamation , was ordered to be entered on the minutes in recognition of the services of Comp . Terry , as Installing officer . Several communications having been read from absent members , Comp . Lardner was
proposed by the I . P . Z ., and seconded by the Treasurer , as a joining member . The chapter having been closed , the members and their visitors adjourned to the banquet . Upon the removal of thecloth the preliminary toasts were done full justice to . "The M . E . Z . " was given by the I . P . Z ., and this toast having been duly honoured , the M . E . Z . replied in well chosen terms .
" lhe Health ofthe I . P . Z ., " and presentation of a Past Principal ' s jewel followed . Comp . Walls having acknowledged the dual compliment , the toast of " The Installing Officer " came next . Comp . Terry , in the course of an excellent reply , expressed his gratification in witnessing the progress of the chapter . He had had the honour of consecrating it , and therefore its prosperity was naturally pleasing to him . In
conclusion , he said that although his health had been very indifferent , and was still precarious , yet under the circumstances he felt he could not stay away from the installation meeting . He had hitherto inducted all the Principals of the Kennington Chapter into their respective chairs , and so long as his poor services were needed , he would continue to do so . ( Hear , hear . ) "The Visitors" followed .
Comps . Campbell , Maclean , Lardner , and Davey having each said a fe , v words in response , the toast of " 'The Second and Third Principals " came next in order . Comps . Speedy and VVebb having briefly acknowledged the compliment . "The Health of the Treasurer and Scribe E . " was
cordially proposed by the M . E . Z . The toast having been received with acclamation , Comp . G . Everett , upon behalf of himself and son , made a speech of some point . " The Officers , " coupled with the names of Comp . Appleton , Cooper , and Ay ' . ing , who responded , brought the proceedings to a termination .
Mark Masonry.
Mark Masonry .
WIGAN . —Rose and Thistle Lodge ( No . 158 ) . —The annual festival of tit . John , in connection with the above lodge , was celebrated atthe Masonic Hall , on Wednesday , the 12 th inst ., when Bro . J . D . Murray was duly installed VV . M . for the ensuing year , the ceremony being ably performed by Bro . Thos . Entwistle 31 ° , P . P . G . M . M . Lancashire , assisted by Bro . G . L . Campbell , P . P . G . M . O .
and Org . lhe new oflicers were Bros . Wm . Dean , S . W . Thos . Milner , J . W . ; Rev . Charles Hesketh Knowlys , Chaplain ; A , H . Crossley , M . O . ; VV . Johnson , S . O . ; B . B . Seddon , J . D . ; H . T . Byron , Sec ; J . Marsden , Reg . of Marks ; J . Browne , S . D . ; VV . M . VVylde , J . D . ;
W . Horrocks , l . U . ; Jas . Wilson , bib . ; and VV . Holt , J . S . The after dinner proceedings were made specially enjoyable by the excellent performance of a selection of vocal and instrumental music by a party of brethren from the Lathom Mark Lodge at Southport , under the able leadership of Bro . Roberts , VV . M .
COCKERMOUTH . —Faithfull Lodge ( No . 229 ) . —The monthly meeting of this lodge was held on Wednesday , the 12 th inst ., Bro . W . IL Lewthwaite in the chair . There was not a large attendance of the brethren . The minutes of previous meeting were read and confirmed ; and there being nothing but general routine business , the lodge was closed in form and good harmony .
Red Cross Of Constantine.
Red Cross of Constantine .
YORK . —Eboracum Conclave ( No . 137 ) . —Tho installation meeting of this bed y was held on the evening of Holy Thursday , the throne being assumed by the M . P . S ., Bro . C . G . Padel . The routine business consisted in the reception and installation of Bro . F . Slingcr , of the Hotspur Lodge , No . 1 G 2 G , Newcastle , which was performed by the M . P . S ., Bro . T . B . Whytehead , Int . Genl . Unattached , acting as H . P ., and giving the Legend of the Order . A
College of Viceroys was then opened , and Bro . M . Millington was duly installed in the chair of V . E ., alter which a Senate ol Sovereigns was opened , and Bro . G . Simpson was placed on the throne of C . The Senate and College were then successively closed , and the M . P . S . and V . E . proclaimed and saluted . The Auditor ' s report was read
and showed a very satisfactory balance , and the sum of £ 5 was voted to the Eboracum Lodge Building Fund . At the close of the conclave Bro . Simpson was appointed and installed in the chair of the St . Peter ' s Sanctuary and Commandery of St . John . Subsequently the brethren met to partake of light refreshment , and a quiet evening was spent in fraternal converse .
Cryptic Masonry.
Cryptic Masonry .
GRAND MASTERS' COUNCIL ( No . 1 ) . — An exceedingly successful meeting in connection with this distinguished council was held on the 31 st ult ., at the Masonic Hall , Red Lion-square . Among those in attendance were Comps . T . C . Walls , R . I . G . M ., Deputy Master ; T . Poore , P . C . of Works ; D . M . Dewar , Recorder ; A . Williams , C . of C . ; R . L . Loveland , as C . of G .,- Thos .
Cubitt and G . Graveley , Marshals ; C . H . Driver , Harding , Livingston , F . H . Clemow , Nicholls , and J . Ii . Anderson . The council was honoured with a visit from Comps . S . Rawson , T . J ., Deputy Grand Master , and Major Dunbar , Grand Marshal . The minutes of the previous meeting having been read and confirmed , the ballot was taken upon behalf of Bros .
Cryptic Masonry.
Baron de Ferrieres , M . P ., J . G . Horsey , H . F . Dale , VV . G . Lemon , and A . F . Godson , and it proving to be unanimous in each case , they were duly admitted and received into the Degrees of M . K . M ., R . M ., S . M ., and S . E . M ., the four ceremonies being carried out by the D . M ., ably assisted by Comp . Poore and the rest of thc oflicers ; the attendant lectures were also delivered . Comp . Dewar having given a notice of motion touchinnthe commutation
upon of subscriptions , and numerous letters of apology for non-attendance having been read , the council was closed , after a long sitting , and the companions adjourned to a collation at the Albion Hotel , Theobald ' sroad . The usual toasts were subsequently giver . "The Health of the T . J . G . M ., Comp . the Rev . R . Portal , " was received with more than usual cordiality , in consequence of the precarious state of his health , which has necessitated his sojourn abroad for many months oast . The
"' Health of the D . M . " was flatteringly proposed by Comp . Dewar . Comp . Walls having replied , then gave " The Newlyadmitted Companions . " This toast was responded to at length by Comp . Baron de Ferrieres and others . The former expressed himself as being highly delighted with the ceremonies , and said that he should look forward with pleasure to the next meeting . " The Officers , " coupled with the names ef Comps . Dewar and Poore , who replied , brought thc prc : ; edings to a conclusion .
Ireland.
Ireland .
THE MASONIC SCHOOL BAZAAR . A concert , in connection with the above bazaar , was held on Wednesday evening , the 12 th inst ., in the Kxhibition Palace , Dublin . In obedience to a circulated request on the subject , the majority of the members of the Fraternity appeared in their insignia , and , as a large proportion of the patronisers of the concert wore evening dress the fine room had an aspect of brilliancy and varied colour that was
extremely pleasing . 'Theorchestra , too , wilh its one hundred and fitly occupants , was a scene of picturesque animation . Worthy of note is the fact that all the tenors and basses were Freemasons . The band , too , contained many members of the Craft—in fact , the majority of the instrumentalists wore emblems of the Order—and the ladies were relatives of the brethren . The first part of the concert opened with the overture to " Masaniello , " which was most satisfactoril
y played , the band having for its leader the veteran , R . M . Leavy , and including many _ tried amateurs . Then came the chorus"A Song of Peace , " by Arthur Sullivan , in which the choir first sought the suffrage of the audience . But little room was found for adverse criticism . Bro . J . F . Jones whose admirable powers as a baritone have long since been fully recognised , sang "Gallants of England " in brilliant
style , and may be said to have heralded the announcement that notwithstanding all drawbacks success was assured . A delightful contrast was Sir Robert Stewart ' s quaint and ' touching ballad " At dead of night , " from "The Eve of St . John , " which Mrs . Harte sang with exquisite taste to the composer ' s accompaniment . Bro . F . W . Eisner and Miss P . Eisner then played Beethoven ' s sonata for violoncello and pianoforte in li . major , op . 17 . It was an
unexceptionable rendering but it certainly did not arouse the enthusiasm amongst the audience . " Sir Harold the Hunter " a chorus by Bro . T . R . G . Joze , Mus . Doc , a light tuneful composition was then given . 'The glorious " Ave Maria " of Bach and Gounod , with piano , violoncello , and organ accompaniment , came next , and was sung by a lady amateur . Though apparently somewhat nervous the lady gave a scholarly interpretation of the number . A serenade
by Bro . Dr . O'Donoghue , "Wake , love , wake" ( with organ obligate ) was sung by the composer , and heard for the first time . Without being a very elaborate work it bears the impress of musical genius , and was favourably received . Balfe's " The Sailor Sighs " followed , and was sung creditably by Miss Dora De Leslie and Bro . J . F Jones . Most merrily the first part of the programme ended with the chorus "lhe Bells of St . Michael ' s Tower" ( Sir R P
Stewart ) , which was probably one of the items that best evidenced the capital tuning of the choir . Opening the second part , " The Wedding March" was played by the band . The next item was a solo ( Mrs . Harte ) and chorus from " The Enchantress . " It was , indeed , well rendered . Miss Dora De Lisle obtained an im-bis for " The Lost Chord" ( Sullivan ) , her rich voice and excellent taste eminently entitling her to warm praise . A daintv little
song , through the Heather , " by Jose , was also re-demanded , notwithstanding the modtst anxiety of the composer to pass on to the next item Mendelssohn ' s chorus , "Sing on with Cheerful Strain , having been su- g with unexceptionable steadiness by the choir , Mrs . Harte gave "Savourneen Deelish , " with delicious expression . For an encore she sang with refreshing richness "A Summer Shower , " and was most fairly the recipient of hearty applause . Herr
lilsner and Miss Pauline Elnser having played a " Salonstucke , " by Rubenstein , Watson ' s duet "Comrade to Arms , " sung by Dr . O'Donoghue , and Mr . J . F . Jonesfollowed , and a thoroughly well wrought out programme closed with the cavatina and chorus from " Lucia ? ' The National Anthem was sung at the finale . The warmest praise is due to Dr . Jose for his efforts in connection with the choir , whose singing practically left little or nothing to be desired . Bro . Gater , Mus . Bac , presided at the organ .
Obituary.
Obituary .
BRO . PARSONS , No . 211 . It is with regret we announce the death of Bro . Parsons one of the Past Masters of St . Michael ' s Lodge , No . -n ' Bro . Parsons was greatly loved and respected , not only in his own immediate circle , but by all with whom he came in contact , as well as by his brethren in Masonry . At the funeral , which took place at Barkinrr . on Mnnrt = „ , v , „^
was a large gathering of relations and friends , all anxious to pay their last token of respect to his memory ; amongst those present being Bros . Usher Back , VV . M . ; Charles Greenwood , P . CS . B . England , P . M . and Treasurer ; Laver , P . M . ; and VV . W . Morgan , Secretary , all of Lodge No . 211 . **