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J . Barker , the two first named being the sons of the worthy P . M . ' s referred to . The lodge was then opened in the Second Degree , when Bros Beck antl Stewart were passed to the degree of F . C . After some other business the proceedings were brought to a close . It is understootl and arranged that Bro . Willings , I . P . M ., will raise his son and Bro . Jackson , jun ., in due course , to the Sublime Degree of M . M .
WOOLWICH . —Nelson Lodge ( No . 700 ) . — The usual monthly meeting of the above lodge took place on Wednesday , the 15 th inst ., at the M . H ., Williamstreet , Bro . S . Waters , W . M ., presiding , supported by the following officers -. Bros . T . Butt , I . P . M . ; Past Masters E . Bowles , G . Crawford , and T . Ward ; A . Woodley , S . W . ; J . Warren , J . W . ; C . Noeman , P . M . and Sec . pro . tern .
C . Cooke , Organist ; E . B . Hobson , J . D . ; W . McCoy , I . G . ; G . Beaver , D . C . ; and B . Norman , Tyler . The visitors included Bros . W . B . Lloyd , J . W . 913 ; W . Rees , 912 . ; J . S . Mutch , J . W . 706 ; Watkins , 1536 ; H . J . Ritching ' s , 1151 ; andC . Jolly , 913 ( Freemason ) . The business before the lodge consisted of the balloting for of Mr . Jas . Maling , and the result being unanimous , the W . M . initiated him
into Freemasonry in excellent style . Bro . Carty was then raised to the Sublime Degree , and the lodge was closed in due form . At the refreshment table the usual loyal and Masonic toasts were honoured , and then Bro . Butt rose to propose " The Health of the W . M ., " and in so doing said when he looked back upon the year they had so nearl y passed , during which time their W . M . had satin the chair ,
he felt it was only his duty to thank him for his efforts for their happiness and comfort , as well as for the manner in which hc had carried out the duties attached to the office . He need not dwell longer upon the many good qualities of their W . M . upon the present occasion , but should perhaps at their next meeting have something to say that would show their W . M . the feeling of thc lodge
towards him . He asked them to do justice to the toast . Bro . Waters , in reply , said it was with a feeling of great satisfaction that he contemplated the end of his year of office , and of the time so near when he should have to hand it over to his successor . The past year hatl been one of perfect harmony , and although they had not the satisfaction of seeing so many new faces come among them
as had attended the official year of many of his predecessors , yet the old ones still came among them as plentifully as ever . They were a strong and united lotlge , antl quite numerous enough for all practical purposes ; in fact , when he had told some of his friends at London lodges that the Nelson Lodge had 120 good and true members , they said that they were enough for four lodges ( hear , hear ) , but
so long as they continued as they were , firm antl united , whoever came after him would find it , as he hail , a pleasure and an honour to preside over them . " The Visitors " was the next toast , and Bro . Jolly responded , thanking thc W . M . and brethren of the lodge for their courteous reception of the visitors , and care for their comfort . Their W . M . had referred to the few candidates for initiation who
during his year of office had applied for admission into the Nelson Lodge , but Bro . Jolly had noticed a great falling off in that respect in most of thc lodges in the district . For himself he did not regret it , for they werc unusually strong there , antl number was not the best claim to Masonic success for any lodge . He congratulated the Nelson Lodge upon having soon another addition to its large and
honoured array of Past Masters , and felt sure that whoever filled the chair would carry out the splendid traditions of thc lodge for good working , courteous hospitality , antl last , but greatest , perfect charity . The next toast was that of ' -The Initiate , " and in proposing it the W . M . said it would be a source of lasting satisfaction to him to know that hc had had the privilege of initiating Bro . Maling
into Freemasonry . He and Bro . Maling were old acquaintances , and from what he knew of that brother ' s character , lie felt sure they would never regret his admission among them . Bro . Maling , who occupies some important positions in the local parliaments of the town , and is universally respected for his charity antl goodness of heart , suitably replied , and felt sure from what he had seen that night that he should never regret joining their noble
Order . The toast of " The Past Masters " was responded to by Bro . Butt , who , trusted the day was far distant when the Nelson Lodge would be without a good array of Past Masters . The toast of " The Officers " followed , and Bro . Woodley responded . " The Masonic Press , " coupled with thc name of our representative , followed , and was acknowledged , and then the Tyler's toast concluded the labour and pleasures of the evening .
LIVERPOOL—Everton Lodge ( No . 8 : 3 ) . — The monthly meeting of this highly prosperous lodge was held on Wednesday , the 15 th inst ., at the Masonic Hall , Hope-street , Liverpool , where there was a large attendance of officers , brethren , and visitors . Bro . John Houlding , W . M ., was in his place of honour , supported by a full complement of officers and P . M . ' s including Bros . W . Wilson ,
I P . M . ; P . Shaw , P . M . ; W . Cottrell , P . M . ; J . Holland , P . M . ; W . J . Lunt . P . M ., Treasurer ; II . Ashmore * , S . W . ; J . S . Cuthbert , J . W ., antl others . The First and Second Degrees were given by Bro . Houlding , W . M ., in a manner which elicited universal commendation from the visitors , antl his officers ably seconded him in his masterl y
efforts . At the repast which followed labour , there was quite an agreeable variety of toasts and songs , " The P . G . M . antl his Officers , " being responded to by Bro . vv . Vines , P . G . D . C , and Bro 11 . Jackson , P . G . I . D . C . "Ihe Visitors" was responded toby Bros . Ii . Bennett , P . M . 121-9 , T . SamiTioiis , l' . M . 1393 ; Davies ( hailing lrom a Canadian Lodge ) , and otheis .
LIVERPOOL—Neptune Lodge ( No . 1264 ) . — The numerous brethren attached to this lodge were summoned to attend their Masonic tluties on Monday
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evening , the 6 th inst ., at the Masonic Hall , Hope street , Liverpool . Bro . Joseph Healing , W . M ., was in his place in the E ., supported by a very full attendance of officers , members , and visitors , and after the lotlge had been duly opened , and the minutes of previous meeting reatl , Mr . Alexander Dinsmorc , who was unanimously e-lccted , was initiated into Freemasonry ? y the W . M . in his usually effective manner . Bro . Joseph Ke-. rn , Ihe S . W ., was
afterwards cordially elected W . M . for the coming year , antl Bro . Peter Berriman Gee , I . P . M ., was unanimously rcelccteel Treasurer . After several notices of motion as to granting various sums of money hatl been given , and other important business transacted , the lotlge was closctl in perfect harmony . The brethren subsequently adjourned to banquet , and after spending a very pleasant evening they separated at an early hour .
ECCLES . —Bridgwater Lodge ( No . 1213 ) . — The annual meeting of the members of the above lodge was held on Thursday afternoon week , in the lodge rooms , Cross Keys Hoiel . There was a good attendance eif members and visitors . The ordinaiy business of the lodge having been got through , the installation ceremony was performed by the rctirim- * W . M . ( Bro . E . D . Wills ) ,
The W . M . elect invested as his officers , Bros . Jas . Andrew , S . W . ; H . E . N . Puenjer , J . W . ; Rev . J . Cater , Chaplain ; W . Bowden , P . P . ' -. S . B ., P . M ., Treasurer ; Isaac Sim , Secretary ; Thos . Hassall , S . D . ; John Willis , J . D . ; D . A . Murray , I . G . ; Thomas B . Cavanah , P . M ., D . C . ; R . Winstanley ami A . Hassall , Stewards . The banquet , which was of a recherche character , was served in a
manner that did credit to Mr . Morton ' s efforts . The toast of the evening " The Worshipful Master , Brother Harry Lynill , " was proposed in eulogistic terms by thc I . P . M ., Bro . E . D . Wills , and was ably and feelingly responded lo by Bro . Lynill , who characterised the event of that tlay as one of great pride lo himself . Although he had some misgivings 011 account of the feeble state of his health , hc
hid confidence that with thc able assistance hc was sure to receive from his officers he shoultl be able to sustain the lodge in the gootl working order it was left by his predecessor . " The Health ., f the * I . P . M ., Bro . E . D . Wills , " was proposed by P . M . Bro . Williams , who presenle-d Bro . Wills with the P . M . ' s jewel . The recipient having suitably replied , the Rev . J . Caler ( Chaplain )
proposed "The Visiting Brethren , " which was responded to by Bro . P . Taylor , P . M . "The Newly-invested Officers" having been duly honoured , Bro . Jas . Andrew S . W ., responded . Some other toasts were given , antl the business of the evening , which was rendered doubly interesting by the efforts of an efficient glee party , was brought to a close .
MACDONALD LODGE ( No . 1216 ) . —The installation meeting of this successful lodge , established in April , 1868 , at the Head Quarters of the First Surrey Rifles , in Camberwell , has during the past ten years had a career of almost unexampled prosperity , and has taken high rank in the Craft for its admirable wot king and for its liberality to thc Institutions of the Order . From its formation to thc
present time its presiding and subordinate officers have all been found equal to their duty , and it would appear to be useless on the part of any member of the lodge to aspire to rffice unless he gave assurance that in due time he would not only discharge his duties in each respective appointment , but also fit himself for tne position of W . M ., and leave that dignified situation as Installing Master . This being
generally acknowledged iu the Masonic world , it was no surprise to us to find a large gathering at the lodge 100 ms on the 9 th inst ., 10 celebrate the tenth anniversary of ihe lodge and welcome the incoming W . M . Amongst these present werc Bros . Henry Hammond , W . M . ; T . Woodbritlge Carnell , S . W . ; Charles Fountain , J . W . ; C . C . DomvWe , Chaplain ; Arthur Styan , Treasurer ; D . A . Ross , S . D . ; T .
A . Harper , D . C ; F . J . Cozens , Oiganist ; IV . C . Hale , I . G . ; E . Eldridgc , Steward ; and Past Misters A . L . Irvine ( Major ist Surrey Rifles ) , James Stevens ( originator of the lotlge ) , S . 11 . Wagstaff , George \ VaUi * . ell , G . H . Newi-igton Bridges , W . J . Messenger , Scciclary ; and MarkS . Lailham ; also Clay , Rossignul , Captain Wire , Cranch , Bradley , Fitzer , Woodcock , Goggs , Rugg , Turner ,
Harvey , Hutchins , Price , Go ' . dnng , Henry Bridges , K > stcr , J . J . Curtis ( late Secretary ) , Yonge * . Carpenter , Style , Henton , Voungman , Bcslcy , Stacey , jarman , Mann , Danford , Hildreth , and many others ; antl visitors , Bros . G . Potter , 177 ; Biunton , W . M . 1060 ; Fisher , 11 S 5 : Dtinbar , 1538 ; Taylor , 5 86 ; Strachan , Middlcmass , W . M . 1641 ; Herbert Pucklc , 176 ; Eastwood , P . M . 317 ; Simons , 1185 ; Theodore
Distin , Cowan , W . M . 1572 ; Jarvi * , 14 , ant ! others . Thc lodge was opened promptly at the hour appointed , and the minutes of the previous meeting havingbecn confirmed , the W . M . passed Bro . Rossignol to thc tlegree of F . C . He then proceeded to the installation of his successor , and in most able manner completed the tluties of his year of office by inducting Bro . T . Woodbritlge Carnell into the chair of
K . S . The first act of thc newly-installed W . M . was a graceful acknowledgment of the excellent working of his predecessor in all the ceremonies of the Craft Degrees whilst in office , and this was cordially received by the entire lotlge * . The officers for the ensuing year were appointed and invested in the following order , viz . * . Bros . C . Fountain , S . W . ; D . A . Ross , J . W . ; the Rev . C . C . Domville ,
Chaplain ; A . Styan , Treasurer ; W . J . Messenger , P . M ., Secretary ; ' !* . A . Harper , o . D . ; W . C . Hale , J . D . ; E . Eldridge , I . G . ; Bradley , Steward ; Steed , Tyler . A ballot was t : il < en for Mr . Herbert Cuff as a candidate for initiation , and Urn . C . irnell at once gave evidence of his ability
by initiating that gentleman into the Ortler 111 a most perfect manner . Tlie report of the- Audit Committee was received , antl told a flattering tale , exhibiting moderate expenditure in house bills , large charitable donations , honourable testimonial gdis , antl a balance in hand of above one bundled pound- - , with furniture antl good sub-
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scriptions due to swell the sum total of general prosperity . At the request of the W . M ., Bro . Major A . L . Irvine , P . M ., then called the late Secretary , Bro . J . J . Curtis , " to the front , " and in a most brilliant speech recited the many invaluable services rendered b y him to the lodge during ten years' S : crctaryship , a post which he had surrendered only to enable him to attend to thc numerous tluties connected
with his late appointment as quartermaster to the corps-Referring incidentally to a former presentation after the first three years of locl ^ e working , Major Irvine nowasked thc acceptance by Br . ) . Curtis of a Lift ; Governorship of the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution , and of an illuminated address , setting forth the acknowledgments of the members of the lotlge and an expression of their high
esteem and gteat regard for him . The address of Bro . Irvine was listened to with marked attention , and at its conclusion prolonged applause testified the appreciation of thc members therewith , and the popularity of the recipient of the address , whose familliar cognomen is a househo'd word , as well in the lodge as in the corps . Bro . Curtis briefly but very effectively
acknowledged the honouiable testimony of brotherly feeling and regard . Propositions for initiation having been received , and some further detail business disposed of , thc brethren adjourned to the spacious mess-room of the corps for banquet . A large number of members and visitors , principally in uniform , and more or less decorated with Masonic orders , graced the elegantly furnished tables , which
glittered with massive trephies from Wimbledon and elsewhere won by thc " shonting members . " Amongst these were conspicuous the "Macdonald Challenge Cup , " a handsome shield presentetl by Major Irvine , lofty candelabra , and numerous smaller but valuable prizes , the whole giving the banquet table a must attractive appearance . On the cloth being cleared grace was sung by Bros . T . W . Simons ,
V . H . Cozens , H . Taylor , antl Theodore Distin , and these brethren , with Bros . Cranch and Hildreth , under the direction of Bro . Cozens , admirably entertained the company throughout the evening . The W . M . gave the loyal toasts in well chosen terms , and these were , as usual in thc " Macelonaltl , " honoured with more th » n customary enthusiasm . The toasts connectctl with "Grand Lodge "
v . ere , of course , as well received . " The Health of the W . M . " was cordially drank , anil in response Bro . Carnell expressed the hope that his intentions to equal his predecessors in office might be successful . He had a high standard of vvt-rk to follow , but having kept well in school as a pupil , hc now trusted he would be able to hold his o > vn as a Master . He concluded by proposing "The
Health of the Past Masters , " extolling their several performances , antl decorating the I . P . M ., Bro . Hammond , with the handsome P . M . ' s jewel of the lodge . Bro . Major Irvine responded on behalf of the numerous P . M . ' s , the whole of whom , with but one exception , were present . Bro . Middlemas , W . M . 1641 , responded for the visitors in vcry complimentary terms . The newly-initiated brother
was received with " Macdonald fire , and by his response thereto proved that the lotlge had enlisted a good recruit . "The Officers of the Lodge" was the penultimate toast , and after much excellent harmony , which included admirable glees antl solos by the professional brethren , a most successful antl enjoyable evening was brought to a close by the Tyler's toast .
NORTH WOOLWICH . —Henley Lodge ( No 1472 ) . —The usual monthly meeting of the above lodge took place at Bro . West ' s , the Three Crowns , on Tuesday , the 7 th inst ., Bro . A . J . Manning in thc chair , supported by the following officeis : Bros . W . Steele , I . P . M . ; Past Masters E . West , J . Ives ; W . T . Turner , S . W . ; F . Geller , Sec . ; Dr . W . Vance , S . D . ; E . J . Lloyd , J . D . ; J . A . Elder , I . G . ; R . Hawkes , D . C ; Page , P . M . 1076 , Tyler . Among the
visitors were G . Mayes , 3 1 ; J . Foster , 51 ; C . S . Boardman , 299 ; B . Goodall , 1327 -, W . Chambers , 700 ; and C . Jolly , 910 ( Freemason ) . Thc business before the lodge consisted of the approval and initiation of Messrs . J . C . Rud 1 and J . Gower , which was happily effected . The next was the present ititm to Bro . Steele , I . P . M ., of a handsomely fiamttl testimonial , for his services during the past year as W . M ., antl more especially for the splendid manner in which he liatl installed his successor iu the chair .
In presenting it thc W . M ., Bro . Manning , bore testimony to the many services rendeicd by Bro . Steele to the lodge , and wished him health for many years to enjoy the recognition o ! his services , so unanimously accorded him by the brethren . Bro . Steele suitably replied . Bro . P . M . Brayshaw was then invested with the collar and jewel of Secretary of the lodge , anil returned thanks for the honour . A
committee , comprising the W . M ., the P . Master ; S . and J . Wardens of the lotlge , with three rf the brethren , was then foi met ! to carry out the summer banquet , and then the lodge was closed in due form . After partaking of an excellent supper , servetl b y the respected Bro . West in excellent style , the brethren reassembled , and drank the usual loyal and Masonic toasts with " c elat . " We have not space at
our disposal this time to give a full report of the exalted sentiments delivered by the W . M . and the responses to the various toists , suffice it lo say that they were mostexcellent , and breathed throughout the true spirit of Masonry , Bro . J . Ives , in replying to the toast of the Past Masters , giving an eloquent and ( crvitl expression to his ideas upon the subject . Bros . Jolly , Foster , Mayes , and Goodall responded for the visitors .
BLACKPOOL .-Blackpool Lodge ( No . 1476 ) . —Tne annual festival of this lotlge was held on Tuesday , the 7 th of May , at the Clifton Arms Hotel , when Bro . II . Gardner , S . W ., was regularly installed W . M . for the ensuing year . The following members were present ; Past Masters Braithwaite , Johns , Ashworth , anil Bidder , Bros . E . Gregsou , W . M . ; ' ll . Gardner , S . W . ; Thos . Blanc , Treasurer ; Frederick Pattison , Secretary ;
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J . Barker , the two first named being the sons of the worthy P . M . ' s referred to . The lodge was then opened in the Second Degree , when Bros Beck antl Stewart were passed to the degree of F . C . After some other business the proceedings were brought to a close . It is understootl and arranged that Bro . Willings , I . P . M ., will raise his son and Bro . Jackson , jun ., in due course , to the Sublime Degree of M . M .
WOOLWICH . —Nelson Lodge ( No . 700 ) . — The usual monthly meeting of the above lodge took place on Wednesday , the 15 th inst ., at the M . H ., Williamstreet , Bro . S . Waters , W . M ., presiding , supported by the following officers -. Bros . T . Butt , I . P . M . ; Past Masters E . Bowles , G . Crawford , and T . Ward ; A . Woodley , S . W . ; J . Warren , J . W . ; C . Noeman , P . M . and Sec . pro . tern .
C . Cooke , Organist ; E . B . Hobson , J . D . ; W . McCoy , I . G . ; G . Beaver , D . C . ; and B . Norman , Tyler . The visitors included Bros . W . B . Lloyd , J . W . 913 ; W . Rees , 912 . ; J . S . Mutch , J . W . 706 ; Watkins , 1536 ; H . J . Ritching ' s , 1151 ; andC . Jolly , 913 ( Freemason ) . The business before the lodge consisted of the balloting for of Mr . Jas . Maling , and the result being unanimous , the W . M . initiated him
into Freemasonry in excellent style . Bro . Carty was then raised to the Sublime Degree , and the lodge was closed in due form . At the refreshment table the usual loyal and Masonic toasts were honoured , and then Bro . Butt rose to propose " The Health of the W . M ., " and in so doing said when he looked back upon the year they had so nearl y passed , during which time their W . M . had satin the chair ,
he felt it was only his duty to thank him for his efforts for their happiness and comfort , as well as for the manner in which hc had carried out the duties attached to the office . He need not dwell longer upon the many good qualities of their W . M . upon the present occasion , but should perhaps at their next meeting have something to say that would show their W . M . the feeling of thc lodge
towards him . He asked them to do justice to the toast . Bro . Waters , in reply , said it was with a feeling of great satisfaction that he contemplated the end of his year of office , and of the time so near when he should have to hand it over to his successor . The past year hatl been one of perfect harmony , and although they had not the satisfaction of seeing so many new faces come among them
as had attended the official year of many of his predecessors , yet the old ones still came among them as plentifully as ever . They were a strong and united lotlge , antl quite numerous enough for all practical purposes ; in fact , when he had told some of his friends at London lodges that the Nelson Lodge had 120 good and true members , they said that they were enough for four lodges ( hear , hear ) , but
so long as they continued as they were , firm antl united , whoever came after him would find it , as he hail , a pleasure and an honour to preside over them . " The Visitors " was the next toast , and Bro . Jolly responded , thanking thc W . M . and brethren of the lodge for their courteous reception of the visitors , and care for their comfort . Their W . M . had referred to the few candidates for initiation who
during his year of office had applied for admission into the Nelson Lodge , but Bro . Jolly had noticed a great falling off in that respect in most of thc lodges in the district . For himself he did not regret it , for they werc unusually strong there , antl number was not the best claim to Masonic success for any lodge . He congratulated the Nelson Lodge upon having soon another addition to its large and
honoured array of Past Masters , and felt sure that whoever filled the chair would carry out the splendid traditions of thc lodge for good working , courteous hospitality , antl last , but greatest , perfect charity . The next toast was that of ' -The Initiate , " and in proposing it the W . M . said it would be a source of lasting satisfaction to him to know that hc had had the privilege of initiating Bro . Maling
into Freemasonry . He and Bro . Maling were old acquaintances , and from what he knew of that brother ' s character , lie felt sure they would never regret his admission among them . Bro . Maling , who occupies some important positions in the local parliaments of the town , and is universally respected for his charity antl goodness of heart , suitably replied , and felt sure from what he had seen that night that he should never regret joining their noble
Order . The toast of " The Past Masters " was responded to by Bro . Butt , who , trusted the day was far distant when the Nelson Lodge would be without a good array of Past Masters . The toast of " The Officers " followed , and Bro . Woodley responded . " The Masonic Press , " coupled with thc name of our representative , followed , and was acknowledged , and then the Tyler's toast concluded the labour and pleasures of the evening .
LIVERPOOL—Everton Lodge ( No . 8 : 3 ) . — The monthly meeting of this highly prosperous lodge was held on Wednesday , the 15 th inst ., at the Masonic Hall , Hope-street , Liverpool , where there was a large attendance of officers , brethren , and visitors . Bro . John Houlding , W . M ., was in his place of honour , supported by a full complement of officers and P . M . ' s including Bros . W . Wilson ,
I P . M . ; P . Shaw , P . M . ; W . Cottrell , P . M . ; J . Holland , P . M . ; W . J . Lunt . P . M ., Treasurer ; II . Ashmore * , S . W . ; J . S . Cuthbert , J . W ., antl others . The First and Second Degrees were given by Bro . Houlding , W . M ., in a manner which elicited universal commendation from the visitors , antl his officers ably seconded him in his masterl y
efforts . At the repast which followed labour , there was quite an agreeable variety of toasts and songs , " The P . G . M . antl his Officers , " being responded to by Bro . vv . Vines , P . G . D . C , and Bro 11 . Jackson , P . G . I . D . C . "Ihe Visitors" was responded toby Bros . Ii . Bennett , P . M . 121-9 , T . SamiTioiis , l' . M . 1393 ; Davies ( hailing lrom a Canadian Lodge ) , and otheis .
LIVERPOOL—Neptune Lodge ( No . 1264 ) . — The numerous brethren attached to this lodge were summoned to attend their Masonic tluties on Monday
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evening , the 6 th inst ., at the Masonic Hall , Hope street , Liverpool . Bro . Joseph Healing , W . M ., was in his place in the E ., supported by a very full attendance of officers , members , and visitors , and after the lotlge had been duly opened , and the minutes of previous meeting reatl , Mr . Alexander Dinsmorc , who was unanimously e-lccted , was initiated into Freemasonry ? y the W . M . in his usually effective manner . Bro . Joseph Ke-. rn , Ihe S . W ., was
afterwards cordially elected W . M . for the coming year , antl Bro . Peter Berriman Gee , I . P . M ., was unanimously rcelccteel Treasurer . After several notices of motion as to granting various sums of money hatl been given , and other important business transacted , the lotlge was closctl in perfect harmony . The brethren subsequently adjourned to banquet , and after spending a very pleasant evening they separated at an early hour .
ECCLES . —Bridgwater Lodge ( No . 1213 ) . — The annual meeting of the members of the above lodge was held on Thursday afternoon week , in the lodge rooms , Cross Keys Hoiel . There was a good attendance eif members and visitors . The ordinaiy business of the lodge having been got through , the installation ceremony was performed by the rctirim- * W . M . ( Bro . E . D . Wills ) ,
The W . M . elect invested as his officers , Bros . Jas . Andrew , S . W . ; H . E . N . Puenjer , J . W . ; Rev . J . Cater , Chaplain ; W . Bowden , P . P . ' -. S . B ., P . M ., Treasurer ; Isaac Sim , Secretary ; Thos . Hassall , S . D . ; John Willis , J . D . ; D . A . Murray , I . G . ; Thomas B . Cavanah , P . M ., D . C . ; R . Winstanley ami A . Hassall , Stewards . The banquet , which was of a recherche character , was served in a
manner that did credit to Mr . Morton ' s efforts . The toast of the evening " The Worshipful Master , Brother Harry Lynill , " was proposed in eulogistic terms by thc I . P . M ., Bro . E . D . Wills , and was ably and feelingly responded lo by Bro . Lynill , who characterised the event of that tlay as one of great pride lo himself . Although he had some misgivings 011 account of the feeble state of his health , hc
hid confidence that with thc able assistance hc was sure to receive from his officers he shoultl be able to sustain the lodge in the gootl working order it was left by his predecessor . " The Health ., f the * I . P . M ., Bro . E . D . Wills , " was proposed by P . M . Bro . Williams , who presenle-d Bro . Wills with the P . M . ' s jewel . The recipient having suitably replied , the Rev . J . Caler ( Chaplain )
proposed "The Visiting Brethren , " which was responded to by Bro . P . Taylor , P . M . "The Newly-invested Officers" having been duly honoured , Bro . Jas . Andrew S . W ., responded . Some other toasts were given , antl the business of the evening , which was rendered doubly interesting by the efforts of an efficient glee party , was brought to a close .
MACDONALD LODGE ( No . 1216 ) . —The installation meeting of this successful lodge , established in April , 1868 , at the Head Quarters of the First Surrey Rifles , in Camberwell , has during the past ten years had a career of almost unexampled prosperity , and has taken high rank in the Craft for its admirable wot king and for its liberality to thc Institutions of the Order . From its formation to thc
present time its presiding and subordinate officers have all been found equal to their duty , and it would appear to be useless on the part of any member of the lodge to aspire to rffice unless he gave assurance that in due time he would not only discharge his duties in each respective appointment , but also fit himself for tne position of W . M ., and leave that dignified situation as Installing Master . This being
generally acknowledged iu the Masonic world , it was no surprise to us to find a large gathering at the lodge 100 ms on the 9 th inst ., 10 celebrate the tenth anniversary of ihe lodge and welcome the incoming W . M . Amongst these present werc Bros . Henry Hammond , W . M . ; T . Woodbritlge Carnell , S . W . ; Charles Fountain , J . W . ; C . C . DomvWe , Chaplain ; Arthur Styan , Treasurer ; D . A . Ross , S . D . ; T .
A . Harper , D . C ; F . J . Cozens , Oiganist ; IV . C . Hale , I . G . ; E . Eldridgc , Steward ; and Past Misters A . L . Irvine ( Major ist Surrey Rifles ) , James Stevens ( originator of the lotlge ) , S . 11 . Wagstaff , George \ VaUi * . ell , G . H . Newi-igton Bridges , W . J . Messenger , Scciclary ; and MarkS . Lailham ; also Clay , Rossignul , Captain Wire , Cranch , Bradley , Fitzer , Woodcock , Goggs , Rugg , Turner ,
Harvey , Hutchins , Price , Go ' . dnng , Henry Bridges , K > stcr , J . J . Curtis ( late Secretary ) , Yonge * . Carpenter , Style , Henton , Voungman , Bcslcy , Stacey , jarman , Mann , Danford , Hildreth , and many others ; antl visitors , Bros . G . Potter , 177 ; Biunton , W . M . 1060 ; Fisher , 11 S 5 : Dtinbar , 1538 ; Taylor , 5 86 ; Strachan , Middlcmass , W . M . 1641 ; Herbert Pucklc , 176 ; Eastwood , P . M . 317 ; Simons , 1185 ; Theodore
Distin , Cowan , W . M . 1572 ; Jarvi * , 14 , ant ! others . Thc lodge was opened promptly at the hour appointed , and the minutes of the previous meeting havingbecn confirmed , the W . M . passed Bro . Rossignol to thc tlegree of F . C . He then proceeded to the installation of his successor , and in most able manner completed the tluties of his year of office by inducting Bro . T . Woodbritlge Carnell into the chair of
K . S . The first act of thc newly-installed W . M . was a graceful acknowledgment of the excellent working of his predecessor in all the ceremonies of the Craft Degrees whilst in office , and this was cordially received by the entire lotlge * . The officers for the ensuing year were appointed and invested in the following order , viz . * . Bros . C . Fountain , S . W . ; D . A . Ross , J . W . ; the Rev . C . C . Domville ,
Chaplain ; A . Styan , Treasurer ; W . J . Messenger , P . M ., Secretary ; ' !* . A . Harper , o . D . ; W . C . Hale , J . D . ; E . Eldridge , I . G . ; Bradley , Steward ; Steed , Tyler . A ballot was t : il < en for Mr . Herbert Cuff as a candidate for initiation , and Urn . C . irnell at once gave evidence of his ability
by initiating that gentleman into the Ortler 111 a most perfect manner . Tlie report of the- Audit Committee was received , antl told a flattering tale , exhibiting moderate expenditure in house bills , large charitable donations , honourable testimonial gdis , antl a balance in hand of above one bundled pound- - , with furniture antl good sub-
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scriptions due to swell the sum total of general prosperity . At the request of the W . M ., Bro . Major A . L . Irvine , P . M ., then called the late Secretary , Bro . J . J . Curtis , " to the front , " and in a most brilliant speech recited the many invaluable services rendered b y him to the lodge during ten years' S : crctaryship , a post which he had surrendered only to enable him to attend to thc numerous tluties connected
with his late appointment as quartermaster to the corps-Referring incidentally to a former presentation after the first three years of locl ^ e working , Major Irvine nowasked thc acceptance by Br . ) . Curtis of a Lift ; Governorship of the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution , and of an illuminated address , setting forth the acknowledgments of the members of the lotlge and an expression of their high
esteem and gteat regard for him . The address of Bro . Irvine was listened to with marked attention , and at its conclusion prolonged applause testified the appreciation of thc members therewith , and the popularity of the recipient of the address , whose familliar cognomen is a househo'd word , as well in the lodge as in the corps . Bro . Curtis briefly but very effectively
acknowledged the honouiable testimony of brotherly feeling and regard . Propositions for initiation having been received , and some further detail business disposed of , thc brethren adjourned to the spacious mess-room of the corps for banquet . A large number of members and visitors , principally in uniform , and more or less decorated with Masonic orders , graced the elegantly furnished tables , which
glittered with massive trephies from Wimbledon and elsewhere won by thc " shonting members . " Amongst these were conspicuous the "Macdonald Challenge Cup , " a handsome shield presentetl by Major Irvine , lofty candelabra , and numerous smaller but valuable prizes , the whole giving the banquet table a must attractive appearance . On the cloth being cleared grace was sung by Bros . T . W . Simons ,
V . H . Cozens , H . Taylor , antl Theodore Distin , and these brethren , with Bros . Cranch and Hildreth , under the direction of Bro . Cozens , admirably entertained the company throughout the evening . The W . M . gave the loyal toasts in well chosen terms , and these were , as usual in thc " Macelonaltl , " honoured with more th » n customary enthusiasm . The toasts connectctl with "Grand Lodge "
v . ere , of course , as well received . " The Health of the W . M . " was cordially drank , anil in response Bro . Carnell expressed the hope that his intentions to equal his predecessors in office might be successful . He had a high standard of vvt-rk to follow , but having kept well in school as a pupil , hc now trusted he would be able to hold his o > vn as a Master . He concluded by proposing "The
Health of the Past Masters , " extolling their several performances , antl decorating the I . P . M ., Bro . Hammond , with the handsome P . M . ' s jewel of the lodge . Bro . Major Irvine responded on behalf of the numerous P . M . ' s , the whole of whom , with but one exception , were present . Bro . Middlemas , W . M . 1641 , responded for the visitors in vcry complimentary terms . The newly-initiated brother
was received with " Macdonald fire , and by his response thereto proved that the lotlge had enlisted a good recruit . "The Officers of the Lodge" was the penultimate toast , and after much excellent harmony , which included admirable glees antl solos by the professional brethren , a most successful antl enjoyable evening was brought to a close by the Tyler's toast .
NORTH WOOLWICH . —Henley Lodge ( No 1472 ) . —The usual monthly meeting of the above lodge took place at Bro . West ' s , the Three Crowns , on Tuesday , the 7 th inst ., Bro . A . J . Manning in thc chair , supported by the following officeis : Bros . W . Steele , I . P . M . ; Past Masters E . West , J . Ives ; W . T . Turner , S . W . ; F . Geller , Sec . ; Dr . W . Vance , S . D . ; E . J . Lloyd , J . D . ; J . A . Elder , I . G . ; R . Hawkes , D . C ; Page , P . M . 1076 , Tyler . Among the
visitors were G . Mayes , 3 1 ; J . Foster , 51 ; C . S . Boardman , 299 ; B . Goodall , 1327 -, W . Chambers , 700 ; and C . Jolly , 910 ( Freemason ) . Thc business before the lodge consisted of the approval and initiation of Messrs . J . C . Rud 1 and J . Gower , which was happily effected . The next was the present ititm to Bro . Steele , I . P . M ., of a handsomely fiamttl testimonial , for his services during the past year as W . M ., antl more especially for the splendid manner in which he liatl installed his successor iu the chair .
In presenting it thc W . M ., Bro . Manning , bore testimony to the many services rendeicd by Bro . Steele to the lodge , and wished him health for many years to enjoy the recognition o ! his services , so unanimously accorded him by the brethren . Bro . Steele suitably replied . Bro . P . M . Brayshaw was then invested with the collar and jewel of Secretary of the lodge , anil returned thanks for the honour . A
committee , comprising the W . M ., the P . Master ; S . and J . Wardens of the lotlge , with three rf the brethren , was then foi met ! to carry out the summer banquet , and then the lodge was closed in due form . After partaking of an excellent supper , servetl b y the respected Bro . West in excellent style , the brethren reassembled , and drank the usual loyal and Masonic toasts with " c elat . " We have not space at
our disposal this time to give a full report of the exalted sentiments delivered by the W . M . and the responses to the various toists , suffice it lo say that they were mostexcellent , and breathed throughout the true spirit of Masonry , Bro . J . Ives , in replying to the toast of the Past Masters , giving an eloquent and ( crvitl expression to his ideas upon the subject . Bros . Jolly , Foster , Mayes , and Goodall responded for the visitors .
BLACKPOOL .-Blackpool Lodge ( No . 1476 ) . —Tne annual festival of this lotlge was held on Tuesday , the 7 th of May , at the Clifton Arms Hotel , when Bro . II . Gardner , S . W ., was regularly installed W . M . for the ensuing year . The following members were present ; Past Masters Braithwaite , Johns , Ashworth , anil Bidder , Bros . E . Gregsou , W . M . ; ' ll . Gardner , S . W . ; Thos . Blanc , Treasurer ; Frederick Pattison , Secretary ;