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Red Cross Of Constantine.
RED CROSS OF CONSTANTINE .
CONSECRATION OF A CONCLAVE AT LIVERPOOL . Very rarely has any new Masonic movement been attended with greater success than tha which marked the inauguration of the Liverpool Conclave , No . 55 , of the Masonic Order of Knights of the Red Cross ot Constantine . No
sooner was the order mooted , than numbers of candidates sought to enroll themselves under the Red Cross banner , and the consequence is that the conclave opens with an array of Sir Knights which augurs well for the future of the chivalric
Order in the province of West Lancashire . Although the first conclave opened in this part of the division , it is not likely to remain long alone , and ere long the inauguration of a second will probably have to be chronicled .
The consecration of the Liverpool Conclave took place at the Adelphi Hotel , Liverpool , on Friday evening , the 18 th inst ., at which there could not be fewer than forty Sir Knights present . 111 . Sir Kt . George Turner , Int . Gen . for West
Lancashire , was the presiding officer , and the admirable manner in which he performed his onerous duties was the theme of general admiration and praise . A passing word of commendation is also due to the clothing , jewels , swords
furniture , and paraphernalia necessary for the working of the conclave—provided by Sir Kt . Wood , from Bro . Kenning ' s Masonic Depot , Monument-place—which were not only substantial and attractive , but of the most chaste
description , contributing in a large degree to the impressiveness of the noble ceremonial . After the conclave had been duly opened by
the already-exalted Sir Knights , thirteen candidates for admission were duly passed and installed by Sir Kt . Smith , assisted by other members of the conclave .
111 . Sir Kt . Turner afterwards proceeded with the work of consecration , which , though somewhat lengthened , must have deeply impressed all who witnessed it . After the ceremonial , and the conclave had
been duly constituted and proclaimed , the following officers were appointed : E . Sir Kt . J . Kellett Smith , M . P . S . ; Sir Kts . J . Robert Goepel , Viceroy ; J oseoh B . Robinson , Sen . Gen . ; Henry M . Molynenx , Jim . Gen . ;
Washington , H . P . ; Joseph Wood , Treas . ; W . Crane , Herald ( by proxy ); James , Recorder ; Clarke and Doyle , Prefects ; Nelson and Winstanley , Stewards ; and Ball , Sentinel . In the absence of several , of the other kni ghts companions
nominated to offices , their investiture was deferred . The enthronement of Sovereign , installation of Viceroy , and investiture of officers were performed with great impressiveness by the Int . Gen . Sir Kt . J . Skeaf , Organist to the conclave , presided at the harmonium during the consecration .
After the conclave had been closed in unity and peace , an excellent banquet was provided in the excellent dining-hall of the hotel , to which about thirty sat down , under the presidency of the M . P . S , the Eminent Eusebius occupying Ins proper place at the lower end of the table .
When dessert was tabled , the toast of " The Queen and Royal Family" was given and responded to with true knightly enthusiasm . The M . P . S . then gave "The Right Hon . the Earl of Bective , M . Ill . G . Sov ., and the Supreme
Grand Conclave , " and in doing so spoke of the great kindness which had been shown by the members of the council to Sir Kt . Turner and himself in connection with that movement .
Some months ago the Int . Gen . for West Lancashire had originated the idea of forming a conclave in Liverpool , and asked his ( the M . P . S . ' s ) assistance , and he had great pleasure in referring to the cordial reception they had met with from
Red Cross Of Constantine.
the Grand Council , in connection with their efforts , when the proposition was submitted to them . He was sorry that one of the Grand Conclave had not been present that evening ; but he thought the holiday season mig ht form a very sufficient excuse for absence . ( The toasfc was received with much enthusiasm . )
The M . ^ . S . next gave what he called the toast of the evening , " 111 . Sir Kt . Turner , Int . Gen . for West Lancashire . " To him they were chiefly indebted for the remarkable success which had attended the opening of that conclave , and he trusted that all the trouble , anxiety , loss of time ,
and multitudes of annoyances , to which Sir . Kt . Turner had submitted , would be amply made up by seeing his efforts crowned with the success of their gathering that night . They must congratulate themselves on the fact that no fewer than thirteen candidates had been installed that
evening—a fact which must give the greatest pleasure to their worthy Int . Gen . They were now starting on a voyage of discovery in a new ship , and with a new crew , during which they were likely to have some rough weather—old prejudices to overcome , and new ideas to
interfere with them ; but they must sail on cheerily , trusting in the motto of their Order : " Faith , unity , and zeal . " He could scarcely express what he felt with respect to Sir Kt . Turner , but he would ask them to drink bumpers to his health and prosperity . ( The toast was received
in the most cordial manner , with the knightly honours . ) In acknowledging the toast , 111 . Sir Kt . Turner said he hardly thought he was worthy of the enconiums which had been passed upon him ; but , nevertheless , it was a satisfaction to know
that those efforts had been se remarkably successful . His grand idea in originating that Order in Liverpool was the conviction that no set of men had a right to hold all the honours amongst themselves ; but that every one in the Order had a perfect right to occupy the proud
position he did that evening , if worthy of it . He had endeavoured to make his appointments with thorough impartiality , disclaiming all humbug ; and he trusted that one great good which would arise for the institution of that Order in the division of West Lancashire would be the
destruction of everything like exclusiveness and chquism , which did not certainly represent the true spirit of Masonry . He would consider it the greatest pleasure at any time to give a helping hand to any of his knights companions , feeling convinced thst it was never intended tliey should be
excluded from each other ' s kindness , but that they should go out of their way , if necessary , lo give mutual help . 111 . Sir Kt . Turner then proposed " The M . P . S ., " ami remarked that lie had especial pleasure in doing so , because E . Sir Kt . Smith
was a worthy Mason , a zealous worker , and possessing the true feelings which ought to be encouraged and commended . In connection with the formation of that conclave , he had worked early and late , putting his shoulders to the wheel with a will ; worked against many
discouragements , but still bravely saying , " No , we won ' t allow that to deter us , and this conclave shall , will , and must be carried out . " That was the kind of man who ought to be valued and admired , and he ( the speaker ) was sure the
knights companions would receive the toast in the spirit in which it was given . To the Illustrious P . S . they were largely indebted for the existence of the conclave . ( The toast was received with great enthusiasm . )
The M . P . S . thanked his brother knights for the cordial manner in which they had received the Int . Gen . ' s toast , and assured them it was a great pleasure to find his conduct had met with their approval . Reference had been made to the obstructions and discouragements placed in their way by what he might call ignorant people ,
but who , he still wished , would live to grow wiser . The greatest obstacle with which he had to contend was the very small amount of time he could give to the movement ; but still he had made two journeys to London along with the Int . Gen ., and he had great pleasure in making the sacrifice of time which these involved , leaving pocket out of the question , after seeing
Red Cross Of Constantine.
the success which followed their efforts . One result of these visits would be that he would require to go without his usual holidays ; but he would be thoroughly repaid by seeing tbe continued and increasing prosperity of the conclave .
The M . P . S . next gave the toast , " The Viceroy , the Eminent Eusebius , Sir Kt . Goepel , " in whom , he said , they possessed a most valuable assistant , and one who would do his utmost to forward the interests of the conclave , and who
would be found able and willing to give _ all necessary information to the knights companions who required it . Sir Kt . Goepel , in responding , said that , if anything gave him pleasure , it would be to
advance the interests of that conclave . He then referred to the hig h standing of the Int . Gen . and the M . P . S . in other degrees , adding that , when he had two such bright examples before him , he felt he could not do better than
imitate their zeal and efficiency . He felt proud of the success which had attended the opening of the conclave , feeling convinced that if they only went forward in the same way , they would soon have several conclaves in West Lancashire .
The M . P S . then proposed the toast of "The Officers of the Liverpool Conclave , No . 55 , " which was responded to in happy terms by Sir Kts . J . Robinson , S . G ., and Molyneux , J . G ,
Sir Kt . Skeaf , Org ., also replied , speaking of music as an important element in the working of lodges and conclaves , and expressing an opinion that if called into more frequent requisition , it would lend greatly to their success and enjoyment .
The Int . Gen . next gave " The Knights Companions of the Conclave , " coupling with the toast the names of Sir Kts . J . W . Robinson , Pearson , and Hague .
The toast of "The Newly-Installed Knights , " also given by 111 . Sir Kt . Turner , was responded to by Sir Kt . J . B . MacKenzie . A most enjoyable evening was greatly enlivened by the harmony of Sir Kts .
Washington , H . P ., Nelson , S ., Brown , and Jarvis . A special enjoyment was derived from Sir Kt . Skcaf ' s accompaniments and performance of his well-known and splendid fantasia , " The Bells of Aberdovcy . "
Lodge Of Benevolence.
LODGE OF BENEVOLENCE .
The Quarterly General Committee , or Board of Musters , was held at Freemasons ' Hall 011 Wednesday , tlie 23 rd inst ., VV . Bros . J . Nunn , S . V . P ., in the chair , J . Brett , J . V . P ., as S . W ., and J . Boyd , A . G . P ., as J . W . ; when the business to be transacted at the
forthcoming Communication of Grand Lodge was submitted . Tbe Lodge of Benevolence was then opened , and after the confirmation of four grants , fifteen cases were considered and relieved , as follows : —
Bro . D . E . of Lodge 464 ... ^ 15 „ I-I . M . C . „ 106 ... 15 „ J . M'G . „ in Ireland 5 „ I . L . „ in California 10
„ W . N . „ 412 ... IS „ R . L . C . „ 70 ... 10 „ W . G . S . J ,,, 476 ... 40 „ E . W . P . „ 140 ... 40 „ J . S . „ 488 ... 30
„ J . I . X . „ in Portugal 10 „ F . H . „ in France 10 Widow of ,, E . B . B . „ 255 ... 30
„ J . II . G . „ 720 ... 40 „ N . L . „ 856 ... 20 „ W . R . A . „ 43 ' 20
Among the brethren present were Bros . J . Hervey , G . Sec ; J . E . Saunders , S . G . D . ; J . R . Stebbing , P . G . D ., D . P . G . M . Hants ; J . Smith , P . G . P . ; W . Ough , P . G . P . ; C . A . Cottebrune , F . Walters , W . Mann , W . C . Crick , H . G . Buss , R . W . Little , J . Kew , E .
Johnson , J . Child , A . Pulley , J . Gaskell , W . West Smith , T . E . Hardy , H . A . Collington , E . J . Bumstead , C . W . Driver , J . Stevens , G . J . Palmer , J . Weaver , T . Arnold , M . Clark . W . Hale , W . Bristow , E . J . Graham , & c .
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Red Cross Of Constantine.
RED CROSS OF CONSTANTINE .
CONSECRATION OF A CONCLAVE AT LIVERPOOL . Very rarely has any new Masonic movement been attended with greater success than tha which marked the inauguration of the Liverpool Conclave , No . 55 , of the Masonic Order of Knights of the Red Cross ot Constantine . No
sooner was the order mooted , than numbers of candidates sought to enroll themselves under the Red Cross banner , and the consequence is that the conclave opens with an array of Sir Knights which augurs well for the future of the chivalric
Order in the province of West Lancashire . Although the first conclave opened in this part of the division , it is not likely to remain long alone , and ere long the inauguration of a second will probably have to be chronicled .
The consecration of the Liverpool Conclave took place at the Adelphi Hotel , Liverpool , on Friday evening , the 18 th inst ., at which there could not be fewer than forty Sir Knights present . 111 . Sir Kt . George Turner , Int . Gen . for West
Lancashire , was the presiding officer , and the admirable manner in which he performed his onerous duties was the theme of general admiration and praise . A passing word of commendation is also due to the clothing , jewels , swords
furniture , and paraphernalia necessary for the working of the conclave—provided by Sir Kt . Wood , from Bro . Kenning ' s Masonic Depot , Monument-place—which were not only substantial and attractive , but of the most chaste
description , contributing in a large degree to the impressiveness of the noble ceremonial . After the conclave had been duly opened by
the already-exalted Sir Knights , thirteen candidates for admission were duly passed and installed by Sir Kt . Smith , assisted by other members of the conclave .
111 . Sir Kt . Turner afterwards proceeded with the work of consecration , which , though somewhat lengthened , must have deeply impressed all who witnessed it . After the ceremonial , and the conclave had
been duly constituted and proclaimed , the following officers were appointed : E . Sir Kt . J . Kellett Smith , M . P . S . ; Sir Kts . J . Robert Goepel , Viceroy ; J oseoh B . Robinson , Sen . Gen . ; Henry M . Molynenx , Jim . Gen . ;
Washington , H . P . ; Joseph Wood , Treas . ; W . Crane , Herald ( by proxy ); James , Recorder ; Clarke and Doyle , Prefects ; Nelson and Winstanley , Stewards ; and Ball , Sentinel . In the absence of several , of the other kni ghts companions
nominated to offices , their investiture was deferred . The enthronement of Sovereign , installation of Viceroy , and investiture of officers were performed with great impressiveness by the Int . Gen . Sir Kt . J . Skeaf , Organist to the conclave , presided at the harmonium during the consecration .
After the conclave had been closed in unity and peace , an excellent banquet was provided in the excellent dining-hall of the hotel , to which about thirty sat down , under the presidency of the M . P . S , the Eminent Eusebius occupying Ins proper place at the lower end of the table .
When dessert was tabled , the toast of " The Queen and Royal Family" was given and responded to with true knightly enthusiasm . The M . P . S . then gave "The Right Hon . the Earl of Bective , M . Ill . G . Sov ., and the Supreme
Grand Conclave , " and in doing so spoke of the great kindness which had been shown by the members of the council to Sir Kt . Turner and himself in connection with that movement .
Some months ago the Int . Gen . for West Lancashire had originated the idea of forming a conclave in Liverpool , and asked his ( the M . P . S . ' s ) assistance , and he had great pleasure in referring to the cordial reception they had met with from
Red Cross Of Constantine.
the Grand Council , in connection with their efforts , when the proposition was submitted to them . He was sorry that one of the Grand Conclave had not been present that evening ; but he thought the holiday season mig ht form a very sufficient excuse for absence . ( The toasfc was received with much enthusiasm . )
The M . ^ . S . next gave what he called the toast of the evening , " 111 . Sir Kt . Turner , Int . Gen . for West Lancashire . " To him they were chiefly indebted for the remarkable success which had attended the opening of that conclave , and he trusted that all the trouble , anxiety , loss of time ,
and multitudes of annoyances , to which Sir . Kt . Turner had submitted , would be amply made up by seeing his efforts crowned with the success of their gathering that night . They must congratulate themselves on the fact that no fewer than thirteen candidates had been installed that
evening—a fact which must give the greatest pleasure to their worthy Int . Gen . They were now starting on a voyage of discovery in a new ship , and with a new crew , during which they were likely to have some rough weather—old prejudices to overcome , and new ideas to
interfere with them ; but they must sail on cheerily , trusting in the motto of their Order : " Faith , unity , and zeal . " He could scarcely express what he felt with respect to Sir Kt . Turner , but he would ask them to drink bumpers to his health and prosperity . ( The toast was received
in the most cordial manner , with the knightly honours . ) In acknowledging the toast , 111 . Sir Kt . Turner said he hardly thought he was worthy of the enconiums which had been passed upon him ; but , nevertheless , it was a satisfaction to know
that those efforts had been se remarkably successful . His grand idea in originating that Order in Liverpool was the conviction that no set of men had a right to hold all the honours amongst themselves ; but that every one in the Order had a perfect right to occupy the proud
position he did that evening , if worthy of it . He had endeavoured to make his appointments with thorough impartiality , disclaiming all humbug ; and he trusted that one great good which would arise for the institution of that Order in the division of West Lancashire would be the
destruction of everything like exclusiveness and chquism , which did not certainly represent the true spirit of Masonry . He would consider it the greatest pleasure at any time to give a helping hand to any of his knights companions , feeling convinced thst it was never intended tliey should be
excluded from each other ' s kindness , but that they should go out of their way , if necessary , lo give mutual help . 111 . Sir Kt . Turner then proposed " The M . P . S ., " ami remarked that lie had especial pleasure in doing so , because E . Sir Kt . Smith
was a worthy Mason , a zealous worker , and possessing the true feelings which ought to be encouraged and commended . In connection with the formation of that conclave , he had worked early and late , putting his shoulders to the wheel with a will ; worked against many
discouragements , but still bravely saying , " No , we won ' t allow that to deter us , and this conclave shall , will , and must be carried out . " That was the kind of man who ought to be valued and admired , and he ( the speaker ) was sure the
knights companions would receive the toast in the spirit in which it was given . To the Illustrious P . S . they were largely indebted for the existence of the conclave . ( The toast was received with great enthusiasm . )
The M . P . S . thanked his brother knights for the cordial manner in which they had received the Int . Gen . ' s toast , and assured them it was a great pleasure to find his conduct had met with their approval . Reference had been made to the obstructions and discouragements placed in their way by what he might call ignorant people ,
but who , he still wished , would live to grow wiser . The greatest obstacle with which he had to contend was the very small amount of time he could give to the movement ; but still he had made two journeys to London along with the Int . Gen ., and he had great pleasure in making the sacrifice of time which these involved , leaving pocket out of the question , after seeing
Red Cross Of Constantine.
the success which followed their efforts . One result of these visits would be that he would require to go without his usual holidays ; but he would be thoroughly repaid by seeing tbe continued and increasing prosperity of the conclave .
The M . P . S . next gave the toast , " The Viceroy , the Eminent Eusebius , Sir Kt . Goepel , " in whom , he said , they possessed a most valuable assistant , and one who would do his utmost to forward the interests of the conclave , and who
would be found able and willing to give _ all necessary information to the knights companions who required it . Sir Kt . Goepel , in responding , said that , if anything gave him pleasure , it would be to
advance the interests of that conclave . He then referred to the hig h standing of the Int . Gen . and the M . P . S . in other degrees , adding that , when he had two such bright examples before him , he felt he could not do better than
imitate their zeal and efficiency . He felt proud of the success which had attended the opening of the conclave , feeling convinced that if they only went forward in the same way , they would soon have several conclaves in West Lancashire .
The M . P S . then proposed the toast of "The Officers of the Liverpool Conclave , No . 55 , " which was responded to in happy terms by Sir Kts . J . Robinson , S . G ., and Molyneux , J . G ,
Sir Kt . Skeaf , Org ., also replied , speaking of music as an important element in the working of lodges and conclaves , and expressing an opinion that if called into more frequent requisition , it would lend greatly to their success and enjoyment .
The Int . Gen . next gave " The Knights Companions of the Conclave , " coupling with the toast the names of Sir Kts . J . W . Robinson , Pearson , and Hague .
The toast of "The Newly-Installed Knights , " also given by 111 . Sir Kt . Turner , was responded to by Sir Kt . J . B . MacKenzie . A most enjoyable evening was greatly enlivened by the harmony of Sir Kts .
Washington , H . P ., Nelson , S ., Brown , and Jarvis . A special enjoyment was derived from Sir Kt . Skcaf ' s accompaniments and performance of his well-known and splendid fantasia , " The Bells of Aberdovcy . "
Lodge Of Benevolence.
LODGE OF BENEVOLENCE .
The Quarterly General Committee , or Board of Musters , was held at Freemasons ' Hall 011 Wednesday , tlie 23 rd inst ., VV . Bros . J . Nunn , S . V . P ., in the chair , J . Brett , J . V . P ., as S . W ., and J . Boyd , A . G . P ., as J . W . ; when the business to be transacted at the
forthcoming Communication of Grand Lodge was submitted . Tbe Lodge of Benevolence was then opened , and after the confirmation of four grants , fifteen cases were considered and relieved , as follows : —
Bro . D . E . of Lodge 464 ... ^ 15 „ I-I . M . C . „ 106 ... 15 „ J . M'G . „ in Ireland 5 „ I . L . „ in California 10
„ W . N . „ 412 ... IS „ R . L . C . „ 70 ... 10 „ W . G . S . J ,,, 476 ... 40 „ E . W . P . „ 140 ... 40 „ J . S . „ 488 ... 30
„ J . I . X . „ in Portugal 10 „ F . H . „ in France 10 Widow of ,, E . B . B . „ 255 ... 30
„ J . II . G . „ 720 ... 40 „ N . L . „ 856 ... 20 „ W . R . A . „ 43 ' 20
Among the brethren present were Bros . J . Hervey , G . Sec ; J . E . Saunders , S . G . D . ; J . R . Stebbing , P . G . D ., D . P . G . M . Hants ; J . Smith , P . G . P . ; W . Ough , P . G . P . ; C . A . Cottebrune , F . Walters , W . Mann , W . C . Crick , H . G . Buss , R . W . Little , J . Kew , E .
Johnson , J . Child , A . Pulley , J . Gaskell , W . West Smith , T . E . Hardy , H . A . Collington , E . J . Bumstead , C . W . Driver , J . Stevens , G . J . Palmer , J . Weaver , T . Arnold , M . Clark . W . Hale , W . Bristow , E . J . Graham , & c .