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Laying The Foundation Stone Of The Dumfries & Galloway New Royal Infirmary.
stone three knocks , saying : "May the Almighty Architect of the universe look down with benignity •upon our present undertaking , and crown the edifice of which we have" now laid the foundation with every success ; " to which the . choir responded , "So mote it be . " The choir next sane the Mason ' s Anthem .
When earth's foundation first was laid . When the music had ceased the cornucopia was deliverel by the Substitute to the P . G . Master , •who threw it upon the stone . Two vases of wine and oil were next handed to the Substitute , from whom they were received by the P . G . M ., who
poured them , first the oil and then the wine , upon the stone , where also lie strewed the contents of the horn , symbolical of food , saying "Praise be to the Lord immortal and eternal , who formed the heavens , laid the foundations of the earth , and ^ extended the waters beyond it , —who supports the
p illars of nations , and maintains in order and harmony surroundings worlds . AVe implore Thy aid , and may the continued blessings of an all-bounteous Providence be the let of these our native shores ; and may the Almighty Ruler of Events deign to direct the hand of our gracious Sovereign , so that she may pour down
blessings upon our people ; and may her people , living under sage laws , in a free government , ever feel grateful for the blessings they enjoy . "—the choir responding " So mote it be . " The PROVINCIAL GRAND MASTER then spoke as follows : —Mr . Provost and Members of the Buildings
Committee , I have infinite pleasure in offering you my hearty congratulations on the successful termination of the proceedings of to-day . There is no duty more pleasing to the Masonic craft than to assist at a ceremonial intended to commemorate one of the chief , if not the chiefest , ofthe Christian virtues , for
we are told that such is charity , and surely one of the most sacred of its attributes , is the relief of suffering humanity . The edifice to bo erected on this spot is to be devoted to that noble object , and I cannot doubt that to every one who has assisted in this great work , the consideration that he has done so will be a
lifelong satisfaction . Gentlemen , one word more , I cannot refrain , and you would be disappointed if I did refrain , before the close of these proceedings , from alluding to the name of Mrs . Laurie of Muxwelton . But for her eur ' y and noble munificence , we should not have been here to-day ; and certain I am , that
there is not a heart here which does not beat in response to the prayer that she be long spared to the soothing knowledge , that her Christain generosity will be the means , under the providence of God , of saving much human life , and assuaging much human suffering . In conclusion , it is my pleasing duty to
have to thank the It . W . M . ' s and brethren of the various lodges , and the various trades who have given me their valuable support on this most interesting occasion . Mauy of them have come from a great distance , and to oue and all of them I beg to tender my most sincere and grateful thanks . 1 have also
Mr . Provost , the great satisfaction of stating to you that everything has gone olf in peace and harmony , and that there has been no disturbance of any description . Mr . Si'MONS , secretary and treasurer to the Infirmary , as representative of the Building Committee ,
replied : As one ofthe Building Committee and in their name , I have great pleasure in offering to you , right worshipful cir , to your lodgo , and to their broth rcn , our sincere thanks for coming here to-day to inaugurate the building of the now Infirmary . Your presence here we recognise as manifesting a generous
sympathy in the objects ol our enterprise—namely , a permanent improvement of what I do not hesitate to say is the noblest , and most catholic charity that Christain benevolence has planted in this district . ( Heir , hear . ) To yourself , right worshipful sir , we feel especially indebted , for the appropriate manner in
which you have conducted this solemn and impressive ceremonial . ( Applause . ) - Provost HAIIKNKSS then spoke as follows : Provincial Grand Master , Ladies and Gentlemen , as Provost of this ancient burgh I have much pleasure in being present on this very interesting occasion , and in
¦ taking part in the proceedings ofthe day ; and I have to thank my brother Magistrates and Councillors for their company and support . The great event of this day is of vast importance to the town and shire of Dumfries and the adjacent , counties , for there cannot be a doubt that having a first-class infirmary in
Dumfries must be of vast benefit to thc entire district . The . medical profession in Dumfries has kept pace almost with that of the capitals of Scotland and England . In illustration I can give an example of my own experience , tor while only three years old I was taken to London to have an operation performed on one of my eyes , which no medical man in Dumfries
would perform , while for several years past the same operation has been performed in the Dumfries Infirmary by the skilful surgeons of that house . AVliat an advantage must it be then to tho poor classes of tho district to have an Infirmary suited in every way to the proper treatment of the different diseases to which they are snnji-et , when they have medical men competent to perforin almost any operation or to treat any
Laying The Foundation Stone Of The Dumfries & Galloway New Royal Infirmary.
class of disease : for we all know that in their own houses the poorer classes cannot have justice done to their cases , and that when removed to the Infirmary every attention will be paid to the patients , for in point of classification , ventilation , agreeable prospect , and airing ground the building about to be erected
cannot be surpassed . I therefore call upon every one to heartily support the present movement and sink all differences , as the building will be an inestimable boon to the poor , not of Dumfries only , but of the three counties . ( Cheers . ) The 100 th Psalm having been sung , the Chaplain
pronounced a benediction , the choir sang " ' Rule Britannia , " and the ceremonial at the stone was brought to a close with three cheers for the P . G . M . heartily given at the request of the Chaplain . - The procession was then re-formed , and proceeded , in an order inverse to that ot their outgoing , along St . Michael's-street , into the New-roads , up South
Queen-street , Shakespeare-street , En ;/> .: ii-street , and Hi gh-street , the Masonic Body returning to the Town-hall , where the Provincial Grand Lodge was closed in due form , the Town Council and Building Committee going to the Committee Room , Townhall , and dispersing , and the other bodies separating in the Academy Grounds .
An Essay
AN ESSAY
Concerning the most productive and most useful method of Masonic activity most in accordance with the ideas of Freemasonry . By Bro . B . A . CKAMER , at Eichenbarleben , Member of the Lodge at Aschersleben . CROWNED PRIZE ESSAY —Continued from page 101 .
[ Specially translated for THE FREEMASOX . ] It is evident that the lodge could not remedy all this without detriment to its solemn rites , and therefore the necessity of the free association is clearl y demonstrated . All religious and political discussions are of course
most rigorously excluded from the proceedings ; but it would be useful , distinctly to define the limits of Masonic jurisdiction with respect to church and state . This would form one of the first themes for a lecture . As soon as the association is somewhat consolidated una has reached a certain numerical strength , one of
the first things should be , to project a plan for a continued scries of lectures and to distribute the subjects for such lectures proportionately amongst the brethren . At first we ought to ascertain our exact , position , towards which purpose the above mentioned lecture may aid us , for in it there necessarily would be shown
the principles of 1 ' reemasonry , and its claim to exist at the present time ; whilst the various attacks on Masonry are specially to be taken note of , warded on promptly and conclusively , and turned to account by making them an incentive to our becoming moro perfect .
After a short period it will be necessary to givehistorical lectures , that is a general history in clear outlines from the foundation of the Grand Lodge of England , and a special history of Masonry in Germany . Above all there is wanted for the purpose of spreading historical knowledge among the brethren , the publishing of a short comprehensive manual , giving a concise view of
Masonry , the cheap price and small size of which would make it handy and acceptable to everyone , while it should agree with the larger work of Findel . Treatises on other parts of Masonic science concisely written , would be of the greatest advantage , as is proved inter alia , by the success of Henna ' s treatise " Adhucstat" Materials for lecture are offered in
abundance by tho general hundbook of Freemasonry by Schletter and Zdle ; other highly valuable hints for tastefully treating subjects arc given by Mejer , in his treatise ' ¦ Eutliarsos . ' With respect to this subject , wo only wish to observe briefly that the principal aim of the education obtained by these lectures , should
always conduce to the moral self-activity , while with this , moral law must bo considered as the hi ghest law and we must make it our duty to realise our moral obligations . Consequently thu lodge has continuall y to keep in mind not to lose sight of the ideal objects in the pursuit of the moral ones , and further that in
pursuit of the ideal , we should alway remain on the firm basis of reality . We do not advance by means of obscure ideals , but b y rational , unprejudiced aetin" wc become enabled to approach the wished-for ideal . Now , although it would bo the duty ofthe President and that of the Masters to stimulate the brethren to
compose treatises and to deliver lectures , wc must however not forget that elaborate compositions cannot be attained by every one ; neither ought we to forget that Masonic knowledge is far from being Masonic art , but only a preliminary step to it . Consequently the President ought not to expect too much from imlivi lual brethren ; lie has however to exercise his position as
Cha ' rman vigorously , whilst at the same time his impartiality will have to bear that opposition which contributes so much to the eliciting of truth . It mi ght be useful to prepare from time to time extracts from the minutes , which would show the work that has been done . Iu this maimer we should gain a knowledge of what the free associations might improve , and at the same time , suggestions could be made how this im-
An Essay
provement may be brought about . In order that the various associations may mutually exchange their experiences , and that their progress may become uniform , we urgently recommend frequent reports being published by the Press , and moreover an . increased number of spring and autumn fetes .
We must not be considered selfish , if in the first place-we take into consideration the position of ; our impoverished brethren , and afterwards , that of their indigent relatives . As we do not possess great charitable institutions like those which our English brethren have been enabled to found through rich
donations , there remains nothing else for us to do but to see that every lodge takes care of those that belong to it . It certainly should not happen at all , that a brother become so poor as to need relief by alms ;; travelling brethren should henceforth only be allowed to receive relief from their own lodges . The brethren
without means , instead of wandering about , should be assisted to create for themselves an active sphere for their support at home . By so doing we foster the growth of morality and act in accordance with true Masonic principles ; for the wretched pauperising alms-giving , is entirely contrary to the true spirit o
Masonry . In like manner , we should provide for the widow of a brother ; with respect to orphans , however , the guardianship is to be undertaken by some ofthe brethren , who would have to submit the case of their wards to the brethren , so that such cases might be considered by them , and the necessary relief afforded .-
AA'ith respect to special benevolent institutions for the aid of brethren , it is the widows and orphan ' s fund that are worth mentioning , as enjoying a large extension ; the object of such a fund being to procure to the indigent great advantages for a very small subscription , and which advantages are continually
increasing by reason of the very small expenses for their arrangement . Such funds are consequently to be recommended , and books of rules may easily be procured . But benevolence with respect to brethren , in the more limited sense , lies too near at hand , so that it is not necessary to go into that matter more fully now ,
although this benevolence , we must say , is certiinly only a very faint reflection of that of the old Brotherhood . Benevolence in a wider sense , however , coincides generally with true activity . AVhilst trying to accelerate the progress of the latter through our
recommendation of free associations , wc have no doubt that many a brother will at once find our plan simple and practicable , if we can only show hi in how the indifference , the vis inertia * of the majority of the brethren may be so overcome as to render a participation in the free associations , lively and lasting . It
is certainly true , there has penetrated from the outer world into the lodge , a feeling of estrangement , which slides the genuine spirit of brotherhood . This spirit must be produced again , and can only be sustained by our practising brotherly love , instead of merely talking of it , and />*/ making personal sacrifices .
The lodge certainly requires of thc brethren above all , the fulfilment of their respective duties towards their families , the community , and the State ; but when one is possessed with good-will , then there still remains so much time unoccupied , and so much mental power , that without detriment to other interests , they
might be employed for the benefit of the brotherhood and for furthering the purposes of our Order . But who are the brethren now-a-days who make personal sacrifices worthy to bo mentioned ? Generally . speaking , only those Masters of Lodges and Orators who really prepare themselves for the duties of those most
important offices in the Lodge , and none else . Brethren occupying superior positions in tho profane world , do not knoiv how to behave to their inferior brethren out of thu lodge , their behaviour however should be such , as clearly to show their connection with Masonry , and le . tve a favourable impression
on the minds of their inferior brethren . Consequently a readiness to make personal sacrifices is the starting point necessary for the re-invigoration of Masonry . This readiness or spring cannot be replaced by anything else , nor produced by any written trc-atiso . It is possible , evenin lodges generally sterile , thatsonie few
and persevering brethren may cause this spring to ( low . However , everything depends upon a beginning and going the right icay to work , 'flu se recy of success depends upon the steadfast pursuit of a wcllliddplan , " only let us go forward , " beginning within the smallest circle , without any expectations as to
extraordinary results , and without fear on account of the progress being slow . But where no personal sacrifices are made , selfishness reigns , no true brotherhood exists , no productive activity , no true Masonic action , in line , all hope must be given up . The lodge seeks to develop the individual so
harmoniously as to make him become a good moral character , and it expects thai he will in his after Mb always prove himself as such . This is a great and noble aim , for the safe , general and complete attainment of which there must be added to the efforts of the lodge , an
increased activity towards self-ediieation , which we believe , can be more easily attained through the free associations we seek to establish . Now if the moral activity of the individual brother is to b 3 transferred into civil society , then the want of institution makes
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Laying The Foundation Stone Of The Dumfries & Galloway New Royal Infirmary.
stone three knocks , saying : "May the Almighty Architect of the universe look down with benignity •upon our present undertaking , and crown the edifice of which we have" now laid the foundation with every success ; " to which the . choir responded , "So mote it be . " The choir next sane the Mason ' s Anthem .
When earth's foundation first was laid . When the music had ceased the cornucopia was deliverel by the Substitute to the P . G . Master , •who threw it upon the stone . Two vases of wine and oil were next handed to the Substitute , from whom they were received by the P . G . M ., who
poured them , first the oil and then the wine , upon the stone , where also lie strewed the contents of the horn , symbolical of food , saying "Praise be to the Lord immortal and eternal , who formed the heavens , laid the foundations of the earth , and ^ extended the waters beyond it , —who supports the
p illars of nations , and maintains in order and harmony surroundings worlds . AVe implore Thy aid , and may the continued blessings of an all-bounteous Providence be the let of these our native shores ; and may the Almighty Ruler of Events deign to direct the hand of our gracious Sovereign , so that she may pour down
blessings upon our people ; and may her people , living under sage laws , in a free government , ever feel grateful for the blessings they enjoy . "—the choir responding " So mote it be . " The PROVINCIAL GRAND MASTER then spoke as follows : —Mr . Provost and Members of the Buildings
Committee , I have infinite pleasure in offering you my hearty congratulations on the successful termination of the proceedings of to-day . There is no duty more pleasing to the Masonic craft than to assist at a ceremonial intended to commemorate one of the chief , if not the chiefest , ofthe Christian virtues , for
we are told that such is charity , and surely one of the most sacred of its attributes , is the relief of suffering humanity . The edifice to bo erected on this spot is to be devoted to that noble object , and I cannot doubt that to every one who has assisted in this great work , the consideration that he has done so will be a
lifelong satisfaction . Gentlemen , one word more , I cannot refrain , and you would be disappointed if I did refrain , before the close of these proceedings , from alluding to the name of Mrs . Laurie of Muxwelton . But for her eur ' y and noble munificence , we should not have been here to-day ; and certain I am , that
there is not a heart here which does not beat in response to the prayer that she be long spared to the soothing knowledge , that her Christain generosity will be the means , under the providence of God , of saving much human life , and assuaging much human suffering . In conclusion , it is my pleasing duty to
have to thank the It . W . M . ' s and brethren of the various lodges , and the various trades who have given me their valuable support on this most interesting occasion . Mauy of them have come from a great distance , and to oue and all of them I beg to tender my most sincere and grateful thanks . 1 have also
Mr . Provost , the great satisfaction of stating to you that everything has gone olf in peace and harmony , and that there has been no disturbance of any description . Mr . Si'MONS , secretary and treasurer to the Infirmary , as representative of the Building Committee ,
replied : As one ofthe Building Committee and in their name , I have great pleasure in offering to you , right worshipful cir , to your lodgo , and to their broth rcn , our sincere thanks for coming here to-day to inaugurate the building of the now Infirmary . Your presence here we recognise as manifesting a generous
sympathy in the objects ol our enterprise—namely , a permanent improvement of what I do not hesitate to say is the noblest , and most catholic charity that Christain benevolence has planted in this district . ( Heir , hear . ) To yourself , right worshipful sir , we feel especially indebted , for the appropriate manner in
which you have conducted this solemn and impressive ceremonial . ( Applause . ) - Provost HAIIKNKSS then spoke as follows : Provincial Grand Master , Ladies and Gentlemen , as Provost of this ancient burgh I have much pleasure in being present on this very interesting occasion , and in
¦ taking part in the proceedings ofthe day ; and I have to thank my brother Magistrates and Councillors for their company and support . The great event of this day is of vast importance to the town and shire of Dumfries and the adjacent , counties , for there cannot be a doubt that having a first-class infirmary in
Dumfries must be of vast benefit to thc entire district . The . medical profession in Dumfries has kept pace almost with that of the capitals of Scotland and England . In illustration I can give an example of my own experience , tor while only three years old I was taken to London to have an operation performed on one of my eyes , which no medical man in Dumfries
would perform , while for several years past the same operation has been performed in the Dumfries Infirmary by the skilful surgeons of that house . AVliat an advantage must it be then to tho poor classes of tho district to have an Infirmary suited in every way to the proper treatment of the different diseases to which they are snnji-et , when they have medical men competent to perforin almost any operation or to treat any
Laying The Foundation Stone Of The Dumfries & Galloway New Royal Infirmary.
class of disease : for we all know that in their own houses the poorer classes cannot have justice done to their cases , and that when removed to the Infirmary every attention will be paid to the patients , for in point of classification , ventilation , agreeable prospect , and airing ground the building about to be erected
cannot be surpassed . I therefore call upon every one to heartily support the present movement and sink all differences , as the building will be an inestimable boon to the poor , not of Dumfries only , but of the three counties . ( Cheers . ) The 100 th Psalm having been sung , the Chaplain
pronounced a benediction , the choir sang " ' Rule Britannia , " and the ceremonial at the stone was brought to a close with three cheers for the P . G . M . heartily given at the request of the Chaplain . - The procession was then re-formed , and proceeded , in an order inverse to that ot their outgoing , along St . Michael's-street , into the New-roads , up South
Queen-street , Shakespeare-street , En ;/> .: ii-street , and Hi gh-street , the Masonic Body returning to the Town-hall , where the Provincial Grand Lodge was closed in due form , the Town Council and Building Committee going to the Committee Room , Townhall , and dispersing , and the other bodies separating in the Academy Grounds .
An Essay
AN ESSAY
Concerning the most productive and most useful method of Masonic activity most in accordance with the ideas of Freemasonry . By Bro . B . A . CKAMER , at Eichenbarleben , Member of the Lodge at Aschersleben . CROWNED PRIZE ESSAY —Continued from page 101 .
[ Specially translated for THE FREEMASOX . ] It is evident that the lodge could not remedy all this without detriment to its solemn rites , and therefore the necessity of the free association is clearl y demonstrated . All religious and political discussions are of course
most rigorously excluded from the proceedings ; but it would be useful , distinctly to define the limits of Masonic jurisdiction with respect to church and state . This would form one of the first themes for a lecture . As soon as the association is somewhat consolidated una has reached a certain numerical strength , one of
the first things should be , to project a plan for a continued scries of lectures and to distribute the subjects for such lectures proportionately amongst the brethren . At first we ought to ascertain our exact , position , towards which purpose the above mentioned lecture may aid us , for in it there necessarily would be shown
the principles of 1 ' reemasonry , and its claim to exist at the present time ; whilst the various attacks on Masonry are specially to be taken note of , warded on promptly and conclusively , and turned to account by making them an incentive to our becoming moro perfect .
After a short period it will be necessary to givehistorical lectures , that is a general history in clear outlines from the foundation of the Grand Lodge of England , and a special history of Masonry in Germany . Above all there is wanted for the purpose of spreading historical knowledge among the brethren , the publishing of a short comprehensive manual , giving a concise view of
Masonry , the cheap price and small size of which would make it handy and acceptable to everyone , while it should agree with the larger work of Findel . Treatises on other parts of Masonic science concisely written , would be of the greatest advantage , as is proved inter alia , by the success of Henna ' s treatise " Adhucstat" Materials for lecture are offered in
abundance by tho general hundbook of Freemasonry by Schletter and Zdle ; other highly valuable hints for tastefully treating subjects arc given by Mejer , in his treatise ' ¦ Eutliarsos . ' With respect to this subject , wo only wish to observe briefly that the principal aim of the education obtained by these lectures , should
always conduce to the moral self-activity , while with this , moral law must bo considered as the hi ghest law and we must make it our duty to realise our moral obligations . Consequently thu lodge has continuall y to keep in mind not to lose sight of the ideal objects in the pursuit of the moral ones , and further that in
pursuit of the ideal , we should alway remain on the firm basis of reality . We do not advance by means of obscure ideals , but b y rational , unprejudiced aetin" wc become enabled to approach the wished-for ideal . Now , although it would bo the duty ofthe President and that of the Masters to stimulate the brethren to
compose treatises and to deliver lectures , wc must however not forget that elaborate compositions cannot be attained by every one ; neither ought we to forget that Masonic knowledge is far from being Masonic art , but only a preliminary step to it . Consequently the President ought not to expect too much from imlivi lual brethren ; lie has however to exercise his position as
Cha ' rman vigorously , whilst at the same time his impartiality will have to bear that opposition which contributes so much to the eliciting of truth . It mi ght be useful to prepare from time to time extracts from the minutes , which would show the work that has been done . Iu this maimer we should gain a knowledge of what the free associations might improve , and at the same time , suggestions could be made how this im-
An Essay
provement may be brought about . In order that the various associations may mutually exchange their experiences , and that their progress may become uniform , we urgently recommend frequent reports being published by the Press , and moreover an . increased number of spring and autumn fetes .
We must not be considered selfish , if in the first place-we take into consideration the position of ; our impoverished brethren , and afterwards , that of their indigent relatives . As we do not possess great charitable institutions like those which our English brethren have been enabled to found through rich
donations , there remains nothing else for us to do but to see that every lodge takes care of those that belong to it . It certainly should not happen at all , that a brother become so poor as to need relief by alms ;; travelling brethren should henceforth only be allowed to receive relief from their own lodges . The brethren
without means , instead of wandering about , should be assisted to create for themselves an active sphere for their support at home . By so doing we foster the growth of morality and act in accordance with true Masonic principles ; for the wretched pauperising alms-giving , is entirely contrary to the true spirit o
Masonry . In like manner , we should provide for the widow of a brother ; with respect to orphans , however , the guardianship is to be undertaken by some ofthe brethren , who would have to submit the case of their wards to the brethren , so that such cases might be considered by them , and the necessary relief afforded .-
AA'ith respect to special benevolent institutions for the aid of brethren , it is the widows and orphan ' s fund that are worth mentioning , as enjoying a large extension ; the object of such a fund being to procure to the indigent great advantages for a very small subscription , and which advantages are continually
increasing by reason of the very small expenses for their arrangement . Such funds are consequently to be recommended , and books of rules may easily be procured . But benevolence with respect to brethren , in the more limited sense , lies too near at hand , so that it is not necessary to go into that matter more fully now ,
although this benevolence , we must say , is certiinly only a very faint reflection of that of the old Brotherhood . Benevolence in a wider sense , however , coincides generally with true activity . AVhilst trying to accelerate the progress of the latter through our
recommendation of free associations , wc have no doubt that many a brother will at once find our plan simple and practicable , if we can only show hi in how the indifference , the vis inertia * of the majority of the brethren may be so overcome as to render a participation in the free associations , lively and lasting . It
is certainly true , there has penetrated from the outer world into the lodge , a feeling of estrangement , which slides the genuine spirit of brotherhood . This spirit must be produced again , and can only be sustained by our practising brotherly love , instead of merely talking of it , and />*/ making personal sacrifices .
The lodge certainly requires of thc brethren above all , the fulfilment of their respective duties towards their families , the community , and the State ; but when one is possessed with good-will , then there still remains so much time unoccupied , and so much mental power , that without detriment to other interests , they
might be employed for the benefit of the brotherhood and for furthering the purposes of our Order . But who are the brethren now-a-days who make personal sacrifices worthy to bo mentioned ? Generally . speaking , only those Masters of Lodges and Orators who really prepare themselves for the duties of those most
important offices in the Lodge , and none else . Brethren occupying superior positions in tho profane world , do not knoiv how to behave to their inferior brethren out of thu lodge , their behaviour however should be such , as clearly to show their connection with Masonry , and le . tve a favourable impression
on the minds of their inferior brethren . Consequently a readiness to make personal sacrifices is the starting point necessary for the re-invigoration of Masonry . This readiness or spring cannot be replaced by anything else , nor produced by any written trc-atiso . It is possible , evenin lodges generally sterile , thatsonie few
and persevering brethren may cause this spring to ( low . However , everything depends upon a beginning and going the right icay to work , 'flu se recy of success depends upon the steadfast pursuit of a wcllliddplan , " only let us go forward , " beginning within the smallest circle , without any expectations as to
extraordinary results , and without fear on account of the progress being slow . But where no personal sacrifices are made , selfishness reigns , no true brotherhood exists , no productive activity , no true Masonic action , in line , all hope must be given up . The lodge seeks to develop the individual so
harmoniously as to make him become a good moral character , and it expects thai he will in his after Mb always prove himself as such . This is a great and noble aim , for the safe , general and complete attainment of which there must be added to the efforts of the lodge , an
increased activity towards self-ediieation , which we believe , can be more easily attained through the free associations we seek to establish . Now if the moral activity of the individual brother is to b 3 transferred into civil society , then the want of institution makes