Craft Masonry.

jones ; Fitzroy Towers , P . P . G . D . ; R . A . Germaine , I . P . M . 2033 ; J . H . Lavies , P . M . 2000 ; F . Spicer , I . P . M . 21 S 3 ; IT . J . Rogers , Prov . G . Chap . ; l'L . IT . Cartwright , and many others . Lodge was opened by Bro . Dr . Stewart Brown , and the minutes were conlirmed and other business transacted . Bro . the Earl of Euston assumed the chair , and , assisted by Bro . Franklfohardson as D . C , installed Bro . J . Ernest Lane as W . M . The officers

invested included Bros . Dr . A . P . Luff , P . P . G . D . Surrey , S . W . ; Dr . Pearce , P . P . G . D . Sussex , J . W . ; Malcolm Morris , P . G . D ., Treas . ; Handlield Jones , P . G . Std ., Sec . and Col . Leyden , Prov . G . W ., D . C . With the exception of the I . G . every ollicer is a Prov . G . Ollicer . 'The usual addresses were well rendered by Bro . Col . Leyden . A handsome jewel was presented to Bro . Dr . Stewart Brown lor valuable services rendered as acting I . P . M ., and thc lodnc was closed .

After the banquet at Freemasons' Tavern , the VV . M . proposed the usual loyal and Masonic toasts . ln giving " 'The Grand Ollicers " the W . M . alluJeJ , to thc fact that the lodge was favoured by the presence of a considerable number ul Grand Ollicers . Many o [ them were honorary members in recognition of work done in the past . The Earl of Euston was particularly kind at the consecration , and had lor the third time installed the Master of this lodge . Amongst others who had assisted in the career of the lodge were Bros , the Rev . J . S . Brownrigg—whose address at the consecration would be remembered by all present—Frank Richardson , Alfred Cooper , and Clement Godson , who all gave their

. Bro . thc Earl of Euston , Prov . G . M . Norths and Hunts , returned thanks for the kind manner in which the W . M . had proposed ; the toast . For the Grand Ollicers hc could only say one thing—they believed the Craft was loyal to all its rulers , and if the Grand Ollicers came amongst the brethren they did so to do their duty , and to do what they could for the good of the Order . What little any of them had done Jto help the installation meeting all were pleased to do , and they were delighted if they had assisted in bringing it to a successful issue . He congratulated the lodge on having such a Master as Bro . Lane , who had done a great deal in the service of Masonry , and had made his mark . He thanked the W . M ., on behalf of Grand Lodge , for the kind words

used . Bro . Sir John Monckton , P . G . W ., said it was an old saying that when the wellgraced actor left the stage they knew what followed . He was suffering from a bad throat , and had performed his duties in a lodge at the Foundling Hospital , where he acted as S . VV . through various ceremonies in a not very audible whisper . Bro . Dr . Stewart Brown , P . D . G . D . C , said it devolved upon him to propose "The Health of their newly-installed W . M . " To every one connected with St . Mary's Hospital or this lodge the name alone of Bro . Lane was quite sufficient to call forth

applause . In the 28 years since hc ( Bro . Brown ) joined the hospital the name of Bro . Lane had aiwavs aroused enthusiasm . On the present occasion it was enthusiasm of a different character . On other occasions it was for something in keeping with their own particular work , but that day it was lor Masonic work dominated by good fellowship and Charity . As the Installing Master had kindly said , the W . M . had made his mark in both those categories . This was the third occasion on which it had fallen to his lot to propose this toast . They were deprived of the presence of the first Deputy Master of

the lodge , Bro . Owen , who was engaged at the Royal College ol Surgeons , and the I . P . M ., Bro . Wilbraham , was in South Africa . He personally thanked all those who had take the trouble to attend to honour the W . M . liro . Lane and he were old friends and they had many times been together in football and cricket , and when that brother wished to become a Mason he was initiated in a lodge of which hc ( Bro . Brown ) was theW . M . Tie should have installed the W . M . that night had not Bro . the Earl of Euston kindly consented to do so , and Bro . Frank Richardson also kindly said he would d ' o what he could to make the meeting a success .

The toast having been accorded musical honours , Bro . J . Ernest Lane , W . M ., said the words of his eloquent brother , the acting I . P . M ., had taken the wind out of his sails . He went out early in the evening to prepare a speech , but unfortunately he had forgotten it . He was initiated in a lodge which had always been closely allied with St . Mary ' s Lodge—the Hampton Court Lodge . He had there learnt the way that ) Masonic work should be done , and as he hoped it would be done in this lodge . He had had a

r . ote from Bro . Owen asking that his fraternal greetings should be given ta the brethren . . He was indebted to the members for many kindnesses shown during this short connection with the lodge . Hc had done his best in a humble way , and hoped to do the best he could for the success of the lodge . The lodge had been a success during its existence of two years , having initiated 31 candidates and received two joining members . In conclusion , he thanked them all for the kind manner in which they had received the

oast . " The Installing Officers " was next given by the W . M ., and reference made to the installation by the Earl of Euston , to the work of D . C . by Bro . Frank Richardson , and to the impressive rendering of the three addresses by Bro . Col . Leyden . Bro . Frank Richardson , P . G . D ., expressed the pleasure it had afforded them to assist , especially in such a gathering of brethren in such a young lodge . He congratulated the VV . M . on succeeding to the chair , and would be ready to give any assistance for the future prosperity of the lodge . Bro . Col . Leyden , P . G . W ., also returned thanks .

The VV . M . next submitted " The Visitors , " and in reply Bro . Sir Reginald Hanson , Bart ., M . P ., P . G . W ., returned thanks on their behalf . Bros . Dr . A . E . Sansom , P . P . G . W . ; R . A . Germaine , I . P . M . 2033 ; and Carmalt Jones , also responded . Bros . Drs . Lull and Brown answered for the final toast , that of " The Officers . "

Mark Masonry.

Mark Masonry .

St . Pancras Lodge , No . 494 . At lhe installation meeting of the above lodge , held at the Midland Grand Hotel St . Pancras , on the ioth inst ., some excellent working , was witnessed , and an enjoyable evening spent . Bro . James Irvine , Prov . G . W ., W . M ., was supported by Bros . II . I ^ numan ; Prov . G . l . of Wks ., W . M . elect ; VV . A . Scurrah , P . G . S . B ., P . P . G . W ., Sec ; A . II . Scurrah , P . G . Stwd ., S . O . ; Major C . J . Knightley , P . G . S . B ., J . W . ; V . Hprlwrt . Reg . M .: Thos . Parker , I . D . ; C . Jacob , R . S . Ellis , and others .

Bro . A . H . Cole , S . VV ., was a visitor . After the lodge opening , minutes were confirmed and the audit report adopted Bro . C . Handley , P . P . G . R ., was unanimously elected a jo ninir member , and Bro . R S . Ellis , P . M . 2242 , was duly advanced to thc Degree by the VV . M . Bro II . Longman was next installed as W . M ., the ceremony being also ably performed by Bro . Jas , Irvine , the retiring Master . The following ofiicers were appointed : Bros . Major . C

1 . Knightley , P . G . S . B .. S . W . ; A . IT . Scurrah , I' . G . Stwd ., J . W . ; VV . M . Stiles , G . Treas ., Treas . ; VV . A . Scurrah , P . G . S . B ., Sec . ; C . W . Matthews , M . O . j F . Herbert , S . O . ; Geo . IT . Lewis , J . O . ; T . Parker , S . D . ; and R . S . Ellis , I . G . A handsome Past Mastei ' s jewel was presented to Bro . Jas . Irvine , I . P . M ., as a slight recognition of his eminent services in the chair . Letters of regret for non-attendance were announced from Bros . Harry Graham , P . M ., M . P ., Sir Jno . Monckton , and others , and the lodge was closed .

After the banquet the usual toasts were honoured , Bros . Major Knightley , P . G . S . B ., and W . A . Scurrah , P . G . S . B ., replying for " The (' , rand Ollicers . " For "The Provincial Grand Master and Provincial Grand Ollicers" Bro . Jas . livine , Prov . G . W ., responded , and observed that this was the lirst time he had been railed upon to reply for this toast . lie did not expect the honour of being made a Prov . Cr . VV ., but hoped at thc next Prov . G . Lodge meeting to sec a few more of their numbers made Prov . G . Ulliceis .

Bro . jas . Irvine , I . P . M ., then proceeded to piopose " Ihe Health of tho VV . M . He said lhat Bro . Longman had been through the same ollice in another Iodide , where he had d'j . char" -d his duties to the satisfaction uf the members . There was no doubt this lodge hail done tlie riyht thing in electing him to be their head at the present time . Last yen' Hro . Longman kindly gave way so that he ( liro . Irvine ) should take the

chair , for which honour he felt greatly indebted to tlie VV . M . A more worthy Master the lodge had not hail , and he sincerely hoped the members would lind him some advancees to work u | ion . Whether in the St . Pancras Craft Lodge , Arch Chapter , ot Mark Lodge , Bro . Longman discharged his duties with ability , and was much esteemed , and they would therefore heartily drink his health on the present occasion .

Mark Masonry.

Bro . H . Longman , W . M ., expressed his thanks . He had always endeavoured to discharge his duties satisfactorily , and was indebted to Bro . Scurrah for much kindly advice . He trusted to see some advancees proposed , and he hoped to be able to instal his successor . Bro . R . S . Ellis , responding for "The Advancee , " said he was delighted to have become a Mark Mason and to have joined such a pleasant and comfortable little lodge as this appeared to be . He knew some of the members and hoped soon to know them all intimately . He had had some experience in the Craft and Royal Arch , and had been delighted with the ceremony that evening , which was a beautiful continuation of the Sernntl Decree .

Bro . James Irvine , I . P . M ., acknowledged the toast of " The Installing Master and Past Masters . " Bro . VV . A . Scurrah , P . M ., Sec , who followed , said a yrcat responsibility rested upon every W . M ., but more particularly during the lirst year . Unless a first W . M . was careful how he comported himself and what promises he made , the future of thc lodge would be endangered . He felt a great pride in being the lirst W . M . of this lodge , for he felt sure the members would rally round him as they had done ever since . This was one of tlieir small family lodges where they could meet round the board and greet canli other as a band of brothers . He hoped that w mid continue and that they would always meet as a harmonious and unanimous lodge .

Bro . A . H . Cole , S . W . 1744 , responced for " The Visitors , " and " The Ofiicers followed . Bros . II . Smith and Jefferson and Mr . Courtier Dutton provided an enjoyable programme ot music .

Red Cross Of Rome & Constantine.

Red Cross of Rome & Constantine .

Premier Conclave . The installation meeting of this conclave was held at Mark Masons' Hall , Great Oueen-street , on the Oth instant . Among those in attendance were Sir Knights L . Steele , M . P . S . ; the Rev . R . C . Fillingham , M . A ., V . E ., M . P . S . elect ; H . J . Lardner , P . M . P . S ., P . G . C , Treas . ; Major T . C . Walls , P . M . P . S ., P . G . G ., Recorder ; Capt G .. ] . Pnillips , S . G . ; E . P . Moore , 'J . G . j H . Humohries , Prefect ; J . V . Sherrin , T . L . Pewtress , II . C . Heard , P . G . C , P . M . P . S . ; W . A . Scurrah , P . M . P . S ., G . S . ; George Gravelev , P . M . P . S ., G . S . ; and Frater Keinardt , Sentinel .

'I he minutes of the previous conclave having been read and confirmed , the ballot was taken on behalf of Bro . Walter Crombie , Hope Lodge , and it being unanimous , he was duly admitted to the Order by the M . P . S . in a manner that left but little to be desired . Sir Knight H . J . Lardner then impressively enthroned Sir Knight the Rev . R . C . Fillingham , M . A ., as M . P . S ., and installed Sir Knight Capt . Phillips as V . E . The K . H . S . and St . John were given to Sir Knights Sherrin , Pewtress , and Crombie by the Treasurer . Among the ofiicers appointed and invested were Sir Knights Moore , S . G .: R . Barnes . I . G . ; H . I . Lardner . P . M . P . S .. Treas .: Maior T . C . Walls .

P . M . P . S ., Recorder ; IT . Humphries , Prelate ; J . V . Sherrin , Prefect ; T . L . Pewtress , Herald ; W . Crombie , Orator ; and Frater Reinardt , Sentinel . The report of the Audit Committee was received and adopted . A Past Sovereign ' s jewel was presented to the I . P . M . P . S . The sum of 42 shillings was voted to the "Daily Telegraph Fund for Widows and Orphans . " Apologies lor non-attendance were received from Sir Knights G . Powell , P . M . P . S . ; J . Purrott , P . M . P . S . ; C . E . Keyser , J . P ., P . M . P . S . ; C F . Matier , Grand Recorder ; R . Barnes , Jun . G . ; and others . The conclave was then closed . A banquet followed . Upon the removal of the cloth the usual toasts followed .

Sir Knight Major Walls responded on behalf of "The Grand Council , " and Sir Knight Scurrah for " The Grand Senate . " " The Health of the M . P . S . " was proposed in due course . The M . P . S ., in reply , said that he felt gratified in being placed in so high a position in the Red Cross order . He was a very busy man , Masonic and otherwise , and , therefore , could not hope to do the work so well as it had been performed that evening by Sir Knight L . Steele . The Premier Conclave was always a very pleasant gathering , and he never missed a meeting if he were at all within reasonable distance of Mark Masons' Hall .

The M . P . S . then gave "The Installee . " The toast having been warmly drunk , Sir Knight W . Crombie responded . He said he had to thank an old friend , Sir Knight II . C Heard , for his introduction . It appeared to him to be a most beautiful Degree , and hc hoped to know more about it later on .

Sir Knights H . C . Heard and G . Graveley responded on behalf of " The Past Sovereigns , " Sir Knights H . J . Lardner and T . C . Walls for " The Treasurer and Recorder , " and Sir Knights PhillipT , Moore , Sherrin , and Pewtress for "The V . E . and Ollicers . " The proceedings , which were most enjoyable , then terminated .

The Craft Abroad.

The Craft Abroad .

Cambrian Lodge of Australia , No . 656 ( E . G . ) . The installation meeting of this old Iodje was held at the Protestant Hall ,-Sydney , on Wednesday , October 4 th , in the presence of a large assemblage of members and visitors , several of the latter from the New South VVales Constitution . The lodge was opened by Bro . Parkinson , I . P . M ., in the absence , through severe indisposition of the W . M ., Bro . Capt . Beresford Campbell , J . P . The minutes having been read and confirmed , two joining members were balloted for and accented . A letter

was read from the u . secretary confirming in their rank and privileges the W . M ., Past Masters , Wardens , and Past Wardens . Bro . Capt . Moultrie Salt , R . N ., S . W ., W . M . elect , was then presented to the Presiding Officer ; and regu ' arly installed in the chair , after which his ofiicers were invested as follows : Bros . J . G . Bradwyn , S . W . ; II . S . Lane , J . VV . ; T . Wynn Knight , P . M ., Chap . ; C D . Lanyon , Treas . ; G . Robinson , P . M ., Sec ; G . Eeles , S . D . ; L . Martin , J . D . ; A . Tomlin , D . C . ; B . Crossl . G . ;

, and M . Smellic , Tyler . Numerous letters ot congratulation and apologies were read from Bros . Major Rennie , G . Supt . Scottish Royal Arch Masonry , New South Wales ; G . S . Graham , P . D . G . M . Auckland ( E . G . ); the Board of General Purposes , Wellington ( E . C ); T . S . Graham , D . G . M . Otago and Southland ( E . C ); the W . M . Combermere Lodge , No 752 ( E . C ) , Melbourne ; E . Barton , Q . C , M . P ., and many others . ""

A * thc subsequent banquet thc customary toast list was honoured , included in thc responding visiting brethren being two Past Masters in thc New South Wales Con stitution .

Instruction.

Instruction .

STAR CHAPTER , No . 1275 . A meeting was held on Friday , the 17 th instant , at the Stirling Castle Hotel , Church . street , Camberwell , S . E . Present : Comps . VV . Dawson , M . E . Z . ; J . Block , H . ; IL . 11 . Lewis , J . ; T . Grummant , P . Z ., Preceptor ; C . H . Stone , P . Z ., Scribe E . ; Hy . Cornford , Scribe N . ; J . TL Cureton , P . Z ., P . S . ; P . H . Garner , Wal Jelfery , L . Shipton , and T . V . Turner .

the minutes ot the last convocation were read and conlirmed . The ceremony ol exaltation was rehearsed , Comp . T . V . 'Turner personating the candidate . Compj . H . Cureton , P . Z ., was elected M . E . Z . for to-night ( Friday ) . A donation of one guinea was voted to " Our Brother ' s Bed , " and 10 s . to a distressed brother from the chap ter It was resolved that a letter of condolence be sent to the family of the late Comp . JAustin , M . E . Z . 115 S . The business of thechaoter ended , the convocation was closed .