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Consecration Of The Chiswick Lodge, No. 2012.
it" Fatherhood of God and the Brotherhood of Man . " Our Masonic Order having deeply suffered , as I said before , from persecution itself , ever protests against the most " debasing practise of persecution" for conscience sake , believing with a wise teacher of men that the " worst use you can put a man to is to burn him . " Therefore it seeks to spread its broad banner of universal and indefectible Toleration over brethren of differing viewi and different creeds , and seems to say , when we enter within its kindly portals , to all
human controversialists and all partizan disputers " Peace , be still . " We grieve then , as Freemasons , whenever we note in any people a tendency to persecution , when we watch with " ' bated breath " the often fearful result of savage intolerance and direct persecution . And , therefore , to-day we shall join , I think , in the expression of sympathy with our Hebrew brethren , who have witnessed recently an outburst of civilized and uncivilized savagery , of
cruel , destructive , unbridled fanaticism , which is a most disgraceful parody on all religion , and a disgrace to the age in which we live . In short , my dear brothers , the Toleration of Freemasonry is as Universal as our Order , and so long as this always welcome and solemn truth is inscribed in the word Toleration on our banners , so long as Freemasonry practises what it preaches , it is certain not only to retain the affectionate attachment of its own
members , but to obtain for itself the commendation and approval of mankind . And what can I say of Masonic Charity . The word Charity or " Agape " divides itself into two parts , what may be termed the abstract and concrete developements of that great and inestimable virtue . The one is that Charity which thinketh no evil , which listens neither to base calumny nor cruel falsehoods , which upholds a brother ' s character in his absence as in his presence
which strongly refuses to credit idle tales against his honour , his probity , and his morality , and which boldly upholds the honour of his good fame . Let us hope that we are notable " in our Masonic lodges and greetings for this happy characteristic of living charity . But charity has also another concrete outcome , which may be summed up in two words , " large-hearted beneficence . " In this category Freemasons are conspicuous . It has been my lot , sir ,
to peruse the statistics of very many charitable associations , and I confidently aver that no society or association of men is to be found on earth which does more on the true principles of charity , qua charity , than the body of English Freemasons . We are raising for instance , annually , more than the interest of a million of money at four per cent ., in order to keep in full vitality and thorough efficiency these Metropolitan
Chanties of ours which have grown into such great and striking institutions , and are most remarkable in their organization , their developement , their actual need for our Order , and their deep practical reality . We are giving largely , sir , month by month , as no one knows better than yourself , in our Board of Benevolence , perhaps an unique Masonic Institution in its entirety at any rate , to sad cases of pressing poverty and dire distress . In our
provincial and colonial circles we are not only making grants to those who need the helping hand of Masonic sympathy , but are wisely encouraging local subsidiary institutions of educational and helpful organization . And in our private lodges our ears are never closed , nor our hearts cold to the claims of evitable necessity and positive suffering . The vitality , therefore , of English Masonic charity is a very wonderful
toality , of which , as members of our ancient body we may well be proud , and tells us in- unerring tones , full voiced for all fair men , how salutary in the abstract , and how consistent in the concrete is the Charity of Anglican Freemasonryv Charity , indeed , like true charity in its fullest meaning and honest scope , - must be' proper , reasonable , careful , and unostentatious . It seeks not the praise , it regards not the dispraise of men . It asks for no recognition , it expects no laudation . It is simply and purely Charity , solely
actuated by the divine principle of love , which is demonstrated and developed without- any admixture of " sounding brass or tinkling cymbal . " Charity which either looks for or aspires to the praise and reward of man is not and never can be Charity . Masonic Charity works in the one true groove , and is marked distinctly by this one golden law of thought , life , and duty . It gives not of right , not of claim , not of bargains , not as a " quid
pro quo , " but out of the full heart of brotherly love . It gives because its brother is in need ; it gives because its brother makes a fair and proper appeal to its sympathies ; it gives because its brother is no longer in prosperous circumstances ; it gives because the heavy hand of adversity has brought its brother * low in the world , and filled his home with trouble , and his heart with sorrow . And , therefore , in Masonic charity in truest
benevolence , we English Freemasons give , and we give largely . We seek to soothe the declining years of poverty and old age by availing help in time of need . We desire to train up the orphan children of our deceased brethren , or the suffering children , of * our stricken brother , in habits of industry , thrift , and morality , in all of fraternal goodwill , and fit them humanly speaking for the rough and anxious battle of life . And so
long as English Freemasonry continues thus to carry out and carry on its great message of Universality , Toleration and Charity so long , sir , will it fulfil its own great mission among men ; so long will it help to speed on the happily progressive march of civilization , and the onward and upward struggles of mankind . Sir , I have done . I have touched with feeble hand , I know , three points alone of the many which our Masonic lore always
presents to the Orator of the day , but which seemed to me both appropriate and opportune for our present assembly . I believe for one that greater triumphs are yet in store for our useful , our loyal , our beneficent Order , as , overcomingtheprejudices 6 f thefanaticandsilencingthesarcasmsof the intolerant , it succeeds in winning for itself more and more the confidence and consideration of its contemporaries and the admiration and
understanding of the world . No selfishness darkens its aims ; no Jesuitism debases its professions . It . is exactly what it says it is—large-hearted , liberal , and tolerant for all . It"honours all men , " "loves the brotherhood , " > s loyal to the Throne , and obeys the law . In religious reverence and undimmed faithfulness it stands by the wise Cosmopolitan landmarks of our forefathers ,
and in lodge and out of lodge , before the fraternity and before mankind it proclaims with the voice of a trumpet that none , may misapprehend its object or mistake its meaning , that it has inscribed in letters ot gold on its " banners of love" everywhere those talismanic words of old : " Glory to God m the highest , and on earth peace , goodwill towards man . "
The ceremony of consecration was then formally conducted , the musical arrangements falling to Bro . Seymour Smith , who was assisted by Bros . G . •£ •Carter and Edward Collings . At the conclusion of the ceremony Bro . Col . Shadwell H . Clerke installed Bro . George Everett as W . M . of the lod ge . The following brethren were invested as officers * . Bros . Charles H . Everett , S . W . ; George Gardiner , J . W . ; and Dr . Lawrance ( acting as LP . M . ) , Treasurer . The remainder of the appointments stand over till next meeting . Bro . Colonel Shadwell H . Clerke having delivered the addresses , Bro . EVERETT afterwards proposed a vote of thanks to the Consecrating vmcer and his assistants , with the honorary membership of the lodge ,
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thanking them very much for their kindness in going to Chiswick and consecrating the lodge , and giving the brethren a great treat . Bro . CHARLES H . EVERETT , S . W ., seconded the motion , which was put and carried unanimously . Bro . Col . SHADWELL H . CLERKE acknowled ged " the compliment , and assured the lodge that it had given the Consecrating Officers much pleasure to assist in bringing a new lodge into existence , and they hoped on a future occasion to take advantage of the privilege of honorary membership to attend lodge and witness the progress it had made .
A large number of names of proposed joining members and initiates was then given in , and the lodge was thereafter closed . A sumptuous banquet followed , after which the usual toasts were dul y honoured . In giving the toast of " The Pro G . M ., the Deputy G . M ., and the rest
of the Grand Officers , " the WORSHIPFUL MASTER , speaking of the services all the Grand Officers rendered to Freemasonry , said it must have been satisfactory to all who knew its ritual to have seen how excellent was the work that was done that evening , and he was sure the brethren would heartily respond to a toast proposed in their honour .
The Rev . A . F . A . WOODFORD , P . G . C , in responding to the toast , said : Worshipful Master , Senior and Junior Wardens , and brethren , on behalf of the Present and Past Officers of Grand Lodge , I beg to return you my most sincere thanks for connecting my name with that distinguished toast , and on behalf of my brother Grand Officers present I assure you we deem it to be a great privilege to be permitted to assist the Grand Secretary , as senior Officerin this
Consecrating , day ' s most interesting and effective ceremonial , and which he has so ably performed . Accepting the hint of your Worshipful Master of short speeches , and which suggestion I noted made a very distinct impression on you all , and after the long trial of your patience I have already put you to to-day , I should be the most unconscionable of speakers if i sought unduly again to trespass upon indul
your gence . I will therefore only add that , sensible as the Grand Officers are of the distinguished honour which is theirs by being selected to be Grand Officers , they are always happy when they can assist their brethren in ceremonies such as these , andthus evidence that their sympathies and interest are still ever with Masonic work and Masonic duty . I am now , Worshipful Sir , a very old Mason , and I can safely say for myself that , as some of my happiest hours have been spent , and some of my best friends have been made ,
in a Masons lodge , so I feel sure that in your more mature years of faithful service to Freemasonry you will never regret the time you spend in lodge , or your loyal adherence to our ancient Order , which ever promulgates the great and goodly principles of toleration , unanimity , and brotherly love , which strenuously upholds and inculcates the more personal , and perhaps even more enjoyable sympathies of unswerving fidelity , unfading interest , and unchanging friendship .
Col . 6 HADWELL H . CLERKE , Grand Secretary , proposed " The W . M ., " the prime mover of the meeting , whom they had seen installed in the chair that evening . As he ( the Grand Secretary ) had mentioned in lodge , the founders had acted very wisely and sensibly in selecting as their first W . M . a brother who had got experience already in the chairs of two different lodges . Bro . Everett had not onl y filled the chair of two lodges , but he had
evidently earned for himself the great esteem and respect of those lodges ; and he could mention as a proof of this that only last Friday the Domatic Lodge , of which he was Treasurer , presented him and his wife with a very handsome testimonial . The brethren must all congratulate him on that recognition of very meritorious services . Thev mio-ht arinie from the oast
what would be his services in the future ; and they might be quite certain when he started a child of his own like the Chiswick Lodge , he would put his shoulder to the wheel to bring it to the highest state of efficiency . He congratulated the lodge on choosing such a brother for their first W . M ., and he wished him a very pleasant , prosperous , and happy year of oflice .
The WORSHIPFUL MASTER in reply said he did not think three months ago that he should have had to respond to this toast . He had made up his mind a year ago gradually to drop out of his duties in Masonry , and felt after 25 years of suit and service in the cause he might take a back seat , and become a lay member . However it was ordained to be otherwise . Certain young friends of his who belonged to the large lodges in which there
was little chance of getting into office lor some time lo come , and who lived in the Chiswick neighbourhood saw an opportunity to make a start and distinguish themselves without having to wait a long time in a large lodge . With that persuasion he agreed once more to get into harness and to start a new undertaking . The result they knew . Through the very great kindness of the Grand Secretary and a good namesomething which was rather
, to be chosen than great riches , he had the good fortune to obtain a warrant for the Chiswick Lodge , and having so done , he should do as he always had done in his Masonic career , strive to do his duty . He should strictly adhere to the principles of the Order , and do all in his power to bring credit to those belonging to the lodge and the Cralt in general . The Grand Secretary had been kind enough to allude to a little matter which occurred that
night week , and he was very pleased and delighted at the way the Grand Secretary spoke of it . The approbation of his fellow men was one of the things for which he had striven , and he thought the matter which occurred that night week was evidence that he had been successful . He was very thankful and pleased with all that had been done , and nothing should be wanting on his part ( and he was sure he would be ably assisted by his brother officers of the lod to make the lod
ge ge prosperous and happy , and if so they would never regret having originated the lodge . The WORSHIPFUL MASTER in proposing " The Consecrating Officers , " regretted omitting the name of Bro . Walls in the vote of thanks in lodge , but said the error should be remedied at next meeting . Speaking of the Grand Secretary , his name and fame were world wide . He had done the lodge great honour in coming to consecrate it . Furthermore they were all much indebted to him for
obtaining the warrant , for it was largely due to him that they were able to get it . The consecration had been performed in a most impressive manner and had delighted all the brethren . The Grand Secretary had brought with him very able assistants , who had done all their work in a manner that must have gratified everyone of the brethren . The oration of Bro . Woodford had given the greatest possible satisfaction , and Bro . frank Richardson had shown thsm what a D . C . could be when he was up to his work .
Col . SHADWKLL H . CLERKE , Grand Secretary , replying said as hc had said in lodge it had been a great pleasure to the Grand Officers to come and consecrate this new lodge . The lodge had been started under good auspices and the Grand Officers were only too happy to be present and assist in such a good cause . He was very glad indeed to have had such efficient assistants , and he as well as they felt deeply the compliment paid to them in making them honorary members of the lodge . The toast of "The Visitors " was responded to by Bros . J . M . P . MON .
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Consecration Of The Chiswick Lodge, No. 2012.
it" Fatherhood of God and the Brotherhood of Man . " Our Masonic Order having deeply suffered , as I said before , from persecution itself , ever protests against the most " debasing practise of persecution" for conscience sake , believing with a wise teacher of men that the " worst use you can put a man to is to burn him . " Therefore it seeks to spread its broad banner of universal and indefectible Toleration over brethren of differing viewi and different creeds , and seems to say , when we enter within its kindly portals , to all
human controversialists and all partizan disputers " Peace , be still . " We grieve then , as Freemasons , whenever we note in any people a tendency to persecution , when we watch with " ' bated breath " the often fearful result of savage intolerance and direct persecution . And , therefore , to-day we shall join , I think , in the expression of sympathy with our Hebrew brethren , who have witnessed recently an outburst of civilized and uncivilized savagery , of
cruel , destructive , unbridled fanaticism , which is a most disgraceful parody on all religion , and a disgrace to the age in which we live . In short , my dear brothers , the Toleration of Freemasonry is as Universal as our Order , and so long as this always welcome and solemn truth is inscribed in the word Toleration on our banners , so long as Freemasonry practises what it preaches , it is certain not only to retain the affectionate attachment of its own
members , but to obtain for itself the commendation and approval of mankind . And what can I say of Masonic Charity . The word Charity or " Agape " divides itself into two parts , what may be termed the abstract and concrete developements of that great and inestimable virtue . The one is that Charity which thinketh no evil , which listens neither to base calumny nor cruel falsehoods , which upholds a brother ' s character in his absence as in his presence
which strongly refuses to credit idle tales against his honour , his probity , and his morality , and which boldly upholds the honour of his good fame . Let us hope that we are notable " in our Masonic lodges and greetings for this happy characteristic of living charity . But charity has also another concrete outcome , which may be summed up in two words , " large-hearted beneficence . " In this category Freemasons are conspicuous . It has been my lot , sir ,
to peruse the statistics of very many charitable associations , and I confidently aver that no society or association of men is to be found on earth which does more on the true principles of charity , qua charity , than the body of English Freemasons . We are raising for instance , annually , more than the interest of a million of money at four per cent ., in order to keep in full vitality and thorough efficiency these Metropolitan
Chanties of ours which have grown into such great and striking institutions , and are most remarkable in their organization , their developement , their actual need for our Order , and their deep practical reality . We are giving largely , sir , month by month , as no one knows better than yourself , in our Board of Benevolence , perhaps an unique Masonic Institution in its entirety at any rate , to sad cases of pressing poverty and dire distress . In our
provincial and colonial circles we are not only making grants to those who need the helping hand of Masonic sympathy , but are wisely encouraging local subsidiary institutions of educational and helpful organization . And in our private lodges our ears are never closed , nor our hearts cold to the claims of evitable necessity and positive suffering . The vitality , therefore , of English Masonic charity is a very wonderful
toality , of which , as members of our ancient body we may well be proud , and tells us in- unerring tones , full voiced for all fair men , how salutary in the abstract , and how consistent in the concrete is the Charity of Anglican Freemasonryv Charity , indeed , like true charity in its fullest meaning and honest scope , - must be' proper , reasonable , careful , and unostentatious . It seeks not the praise , it regards not the dispraise of men . It asks for no recognition , it expects no laudation . It is simply and purely Charity , solely
actuated by the divine principle of love , which is demonstrated and developed without- any admixture of " sounding brass or tinkling cymbal . " Charity which either looks for or aspires to the praise and reward of man is not and never can be Charity . Masonic Charity works in the one true groove , and is marked distinctly by this one golden law of thought , life , and duty . It gives not of right , not of claim , not of bargains , not as a " quid
pro quo , " but out of the full heart of brotherly love . It gives because its brother is in need ; it gives because its brother makes a fair and proper appeal to its sympathies ; it gives because its brother is no longer in prosperous circumstances ; it gives because the heavy hand of adversity has brought its brother * low in the world , and filled his home with trouble , and his heart with sorrow . And , therefore , in Masonic charity in truest
benevolence , we English Freemasons give , and we give largely . We seek to soothe the declining years of poverty and old age by availing help in time of need . We desire to train up the orphan children of our deceased brethren , or the suffering children , of * our stricken brother , in habits of industry , thrift , and morality , in all of fraternal goodwill , and fit them humanly speaking for the rough and anxious battle of life . And so
long as English Freemasonry continues thus to carry out and carry on its great message of Universality , Toleration and Charity so long , sir , will it fulfil its own great mission among men ; so long will it help to speed on the happily progressive march of civilization , and the onward and upward struggles of mankind . Sir , I have done . I have touched with feeble hand , I know , three points alone of the many which our Masonic lore always
presents to the Orator of the day , but which seemed to me both appropriate and opportune for our present assembly . I believe for one that greater triumphs are yet in store for our useful , our loyal , our beneficent Order , as , overcomingtheprejudices 6 f thefanaticandsilencingthesarcasmsof the intolerant , it succeeds in winning for itself more and more the confidence and consideration of its contemporaries and the admiration and
understanding of the world . No selfishness darkens its aims ; no Jesuitism debases its professions . It . is exactly what it says it is—large-hearted , liberal , and tolerant for all . It"honours all men , " "loves the brotherhood , " > s loyal to the Throne , and obeys the law . In religious reverence and undimmed faithfulness it stands by the wise Cosmopolitan landmarks of our forefathers ,
and in lodge and out of lodge , before the fraternity and before mankind it proclaims with the voice of a trumpet that none , may misapprehend its object or mistake its meaning , that it has inscribed in letters ot gold on its " banners of love" everywhere those talismanic words of old : " Glory to God m the highest , and on earth peace , goodwill towards man . "
The ceremony of consecration was then formally conducted , the musical arrangements falling to Bro . Seymour Smith , who was assisted by Bros . G . •£ •Carter and Edward Collings . At the conclusion of the ceremony Bro . Col . Shadwell H . Clerke installed Bro . George Everett as W . M . of the lod ge . The following brethren were invested as officers * . Bros . Charles H . Everett , S . W . ; George Gardiner , J . W . ; and Dr . Lawrance ( acting as LP . M . ) , Treasurer . The remainder of the appointments stand over till next meeting . Bro . Colonel Shadwell H . Clerke having delivered the addresses , Bro . EVERETT afterwards proposed a vote of thanks to the Consecrating vmcer and his assistants , with the honorary membership of the lodge ,
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thanking them very much for their kindness in going to Chiswick and consecrating the lodge , and giving the brethren a great treat . Bro . CHARLES H . EVERETT , S . W ., seconded the motion , which was put and carried unanimously . Bro . Col . SHADWELL H . CLERKE acknowled ged " the compliment , and assured the lodge that it had given the Consecrating Officers much pleasure to assist in bringing a new lodge into existence , and they hoped on a future occasion to take advantage of the privilege of honorary membership to attend lodge and witness the progress it had made .
A large number of names of proposed joining members and initiates was then given in , and the lodge was thereafter closed . A sumptuous banquet followed , after which the usual toasts were dul y honoured . In giving the toast of " The Pro G . M ., the Deputy G . M ., and the rest
of the Grand Officers , " the WORSHIPFUL MASTER , speaking of the services all the Grand Officers rendered to Freemasonry , said it must have been satisfactory to all who knew its ritual to have seen how excellent was the work that was done that evening , and he was sure the brethren would heartily respond to a toast proposed in their honour .
The Rev . A . F . A . WOODFORD , P . G . C , in responding to the toast , said : Worshipful Master , Senior and Junior Wardens , and brethren , on behalf of the Present and Past Officers of Grand Lodge , I beg to return you my most sincere thanks for connecting my name with that distinguished toast , and on behalf of my brother Grand Officers present I assure you we deem it to be a great privilege to be permitted to assist the Grand Secretary , as senior Officerin this
Consecrating , day ' s most interesting and effective ceremonial , and which he has so ably performed . Accepting the hint of your Worshipful Master of short speeches , and which suggestion I noted made a very distinct impression on you all , and after the long trial of your patience I have already put you to to-day , I should be the most unconscionable of speakers if i sought unduly again to trespass upon indul
your gence . I will therefore only add that , sensible as the Grand Officers are of the distinguished honour which is theirs by being selected to be Grand Officers , they are always happy when they can assist their brethren in ceremonies such as these , andthus evidence that their sympathies and interest are still ever with Masonic work and Masonic duty . I am now , Worshipful Sir , a very old Mason , and I can safely say for myself that , as some of my happiest hours have been spent , and some of my best friends have been made ,
in a Masons lodge , so I feel sure that in your more mature years of faithful service to Freemasonry you will never regret the time you spend in lodge , or your loyal adherence to our ancient Order , which ever promulgates the great and goodly principles of toleration , unanimity , and brotherly love , which strenuously upholds and inculcates the more personal , and perhaps even more enjoyable sympathies of unswerving fidelity , unfading interest , and unchanging friendship .
Col . 6 HADWELL H . CLERKE , Grand Secretary , proposed " The W . M ., " the prime mover of the meeting , whom they had seen installed in the chair that evening . As he ( the Grand Secretary ) had mentioned in lodge , the founders had acted very wisely and sensibly in selecting as their first W . M . a brother who had got experience already in the chairs of two different lodges . Bro . Everett had not onl y filled the chair of two lodges , but he had
evidently earned for himself the great esteem and respect of those lodges ; and he could mention as a proof of this that only last Friday the Domatic Lodge , of which he was Treasurer , presented him and his wife with a very handsome testimonial . The brethren must all congratulate him on that recognition of very meritorious services . Thev mio-ht arinie from the oast
what would be his services in the future ; and they might be quite certain when he started a child of his own like the Chiswick Lodge , he would put his shoulder to the wheel to bring it to the highest state of efficiency . He congratulated the lodge on choosing such a brother for their first W . M ., and he wished him a very pleasant , prosperous , and happy year of oflice .
The WORSHIPFUL MASTER in reply said he did not think three months ago that he should have had to respond to this toast . He had made up his mind a year ago gradually to drop out of his duties in Masonry , and felt after 25 years of suit and service in the cause he might take a back seat , and become a lay member . However it was ordained to be otherwise . Certain young friends of his who belonged to the large lodges in which there
was little chance of getting into office lor some time lo come , and who lived in the Chiswick neighbourhood saw an opportunity to make a start and distinguish themselves without having to wait a long time in a large lodge . With that persuasion he agreed once more to get into harness and to start a new undertaking . The result they knew . Through the very great kindness of the Grand Secretary and a good namesomething which was rather
, to be chosen than great riches , he had the good fortune to obtain a warrant for the Chiswick Lodge , and having so done , he should do as he always had done in his Masonic career , strive to do his duty . He should strictly adhere to the principles of the Order , and do all in his power to bring credit to those belonging to the lodge and the Cralt in general . The Grand Secretary had been kind enough to allude to a little matter which occurred that
night week , and he was very pleased and delighted at the way the Grand Secretary spoke of it . The approbation of his fellow men was one of the things for which he had striven , and he thought the matter which occurred that night week was evidence that he had been successful . He was very thankful and pleased with all that had been done , and nothing should be wanting on his part ( and he was sure he would be ably assisted by his brother officers of the lod to make the lod
ge ge prosperous and happy , and if so they would never regret having originated the lodge . The WORSHIPFUL MASTER in proposing " The Consecrating Officers , " regretted omitting the name of Bro . Walls in the vote of thanks in lodge , but said the error should be remedied at next meeting . Speaking of the Grand Secretary , his name and fame were world wide . He had done the lodge great honour in coming to consecrate it . Furthermore they were all much indebted to him for
obtaining the warrant , for it was largely due to him that they were able to get it . The consecration had been performed in a most impressive manner and had delighted all the brethren . The Grand Secretary had brought with him very able assistants , who had done all their work in a manner that must have gratified everyone of the brethren . The oration of Bro . Woodford had given the greatest possible satisfaction , and Bro . frank Richardson had shown thsm what a D . C . could be when he was up to his work .
Col . SHADWKLL H . CLERKE , Grand Secretary , replying said as hc had said in lodge it had been a great pleasure to the Grand Officers to come and consecrate this new lodge . The lodge had been started under good auspices and the Grand Officers were only too happy to be present and assist in such a good cause . He was very glad indeed to have had such efficient assistants , and he as well as they felt deeply the compliment paid to them in making them honorary members of the lodge . The toast of "The Visitors " was responded to by Bros . J . M . P . MON .