Obituary.

Obituary .

BRO . HENRY DAY . It is our painful duty to record the death , after a long illness , at the early age of 47 years and 10 months , of I 5 ro . Henry Day , J . P ., of Hyrst Cottage , Dewsbury , a vcry successful woollen manufacturer , well-known and hio-hly-esteemed by a very large circle ot friends in the \ Vesc Riding . He was initiated in lodge Three Giand Principles , No . 251 , now 20 S , Dewsbury , on November

iSth 1 S 5 S , served many offices , and was W . M . in 1 S 6 G ; held ' the office of Provincial Grand Warden in iS 7 i , under the Marquess of Ripon , K . G . j was exalted in the Royal Arch Chapter , 20 S , December Gth , 1 SG 0 , and was Z . in jS 70 , and Provincial Grand J . in KS 75 . He was a Vice-President of the three Masonic Institutions , and served as Steward at sixteen of the annual festivals . At all times he was ready with his purse to assist every benevolent

institution in his native town and district , and many poor and distressed , as well as his relatives and friends , have deep cause to deplore his death . Bro . Henry Day was never married . By will he leaves his ample fortune to his two surviving brothers and one sister , with legacies to his nephews , nieces , housekeeper , his late partner and his interred in the

executors . His remains were Dewsbury Cemetery at noon on Saturday last , the 19 th inst . A large number of Freemasons from all parts awaited the arrival , and joined the funeral cortege at the cemetery gates , where also a great many of the workpeople had assembled to pay respect to the memory of their late employer .

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WALHALLA . —Walhalla Lodge , ( No . rjoo ) . — The installation meeting of this lodge took place on the nth of September last . ' The ceremony was performed by P . Ms ., D . Thomas and E . S . Gutteridge . The following are the names of the officers installed : Bros . Jones , W . M . ; Callow , S . W . ; Locht , J . W . j R . Thomson , Treas . ; Thomas , Sec ; Esling , S . D . ; A . Monigatti , J . D . ; HamiltonS . S . ; C . Thomson , J . S . ; Anderson ,

, I . G . ; Wheeler , Tyler . After the ceremony , the usual banquet was held in the Foresters' Hall , a goodly number of the brethren sitting down and doing-full justice to the sumptuous repast prepared by Mr . A . Lang . The usual loyal , fraternal and patriotic toasts , were given and heartily responded to , ( lie company separating at a seasonable hour after having spent a very enjoyable evening . A pleasing ceremony in connection with this lodge also

took place on the 13 th of September , when the members assembled to present Bro . W . J . Stitt , P . M ., with a token of their esteem and goodwill . The testimonial took the form of an address , together with an Past Master ' s jewel , inscribed as follows : * ' Presented to P . M . Bro- W . J . Stitt by the members of the Walhalla Lodge , No . 1700 , E . G ., as a small token of their esteem . " Bro . R . Thomson , in making the presentation , referred to the respect in which

Bro . Stitt was held , not only by members of the lodge , but also by inhabitants of Walhalla , and also to the loss the lodge would sustain by his departure . Bro . Stitt , in a few well-chosen remarks , thanked the brethren for their gift , and after the health of the recip ient had been drunk , the company separated . It is with regret we have to announce the departure of Bro . Stitt , who during his residence here

has won many friends . During a period of two years he has held the position of Councillor in the Borough Council with credit to himself and satisfaction to his constituents . He has also been a prominent member of the Freemason and Oddfellow lodges , and in leaving Walhalla we feel sure he will carry with him the respect and well wishes of his fellow townsmen .

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AMATEUR THEATRICALS . —An amateur dramatic performance , given under unusually brilliant auspices on Saturday night last at the Town Hall , Twickenham , was attended by a distinguished audience , including many leading members of the fashionable world , who had come from London for the occasion . In addition to the attractions of a cast , including the best

known of our amateur artists , very considerable interest and excitement was aroused by the first appearance of Mrs . Langtry in a dramatic performance , which was one of the events of the evening . Mr . Tom Taylor's drama , Plot and Passion ( the next revival at the Haymarkct Theatre ) , was played in admirable style . Lady Monckton , as Madame de Fontanges , displayed that strong command

of emotional power in which sheexcel =, and in the principal scenes acted with very good effect . The Desmaret of Major Windham Hughes-Hallett was a powerful and elaborately worked out conception of the character . The chivalrous bearing and manly style of Sir Charles Young gave great effect to the role of Henri de Neuville . The interpretation of these three parts was worthy of any stage , and the

interesting piece was most excellently performed throughout . The second item in the programme was Mr . C . M . Rae ' s comedietta , A Fair Encounter , in winch Mrs . Henry I . abouchere played with the utmost spirit and vivacity the part of the erratic Mrs . Grenville , whose rather daring freak places her in the power of her no less clever antagonist . Mrs . Langtry looked vcry bewitching in a pink costume , and her graceful representation of the part of i

. ady Clara St . John elicited much admiration , -bhebore herself upon the stage with grace and distinction of manner , and displayed considerable aptitude for high comedy acting . Hie piece , rendered in a most delicate and lefined style , was received with much applause . The performance has been organised b y Mrs . Labouchere , and was under the patronage of the Princess Mary . The funds of St . John ' s Hospital , which are to receive the proceeds , must have very largel y benefitted , as the hall was crowded to ovcr"oiving .

ApELPHI THEATRE . —Those who find pleasure and 1 'ront in attending a theatre occasionally , would do wellthey could not do better—than at an early opportunity spend an evening at the' Adelphi Theatre , where is being Kl' ?™ ed a drama , entitled " It's Never Too Late to D e I ? ' itaken from the novel of the same name by Charles wh •' ? ndadaPted to-the stage by Mr ; Charles Warner , w « o is the principal character in the piece . We are confi-

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dent enough to believe that not only is innocent recreation to be obtained from witnessing such performances , but much good may be learnt . This is one of the few plays in which we can approve of the clergy being introduced , as here the profession is not only not mocked , but as the promoter of good and brotherly acts is loudlv applauded by the audience . We are convinced , whatever may be said to the contrary , that the lower orders—for they are the patrons of

the gallery , and very often good critics , and frequently seal the fate for good or bad of the success of a piecedo really appreciate what is good when it is put before them . To witness this let us recommend our readers to go and fee for themselves at the Adelphi , showing how the Rev . Mr . Eden is received by the people , and how they cheer his noble acts and language . The hero of the story , played by Mr . Charles Warner , a man who scruples at

nothing , is at last brought face to face with the law , and in the second act we see him in a convict prison , together with a lad of fifteen , who is there for a petty theft . The boy is tortured with being put in the straight-jacket , and reduced to a skeleton on bread and water . It is supposed to be a representation of the old system of imprisonment . The chaplain of the gaol remonstrates with the governor of the prison , who tells him to mind his own business and to attend

to his own duty , the chaplain nobly replies that it is his duty to see that the orders are enforced and not broken by the governor . The latter taunts the former , who threatens to report him , that the letters will be sent back by the Home Secretary to the gaoler to enquire into , and they will refer it to the governor , and he will deny it . " What will you do then ? " asks the governor . " Why appeal to the Queen . " "But she will only refer it to the Home "Secretary again . What will you do

then ? "Why appeal to the people , " is the ready answer of the chaplain , which makes the governor tremble and causes terrific cheers in the theatre . Through continual torturing the lad dies , in the chaplain ' s arms , aftei frequently blessing " his reverence " lor his kindness . The old gaol bird who utters threats at the wardens , and once actually fells four of them to the ground , when the clergyman comes upon the scene is at once cowed , and , instead of

giving violence to him as well as to the officials , goes quietly back to his cell and listens to the kind words and advice of his chaplain , who sees that even in this abandoned creature there is yet a spark of self respect which would show itself were it not for the miserable treatment shown in the gaol , and obtains for him to the consternation of the governor his discharge , believing " That it ' s never too late to mend . " The convict has previously promised the

chaplain he will amend his ways , and remarks in his own expressive and well meant way " his reverence is as cunning at doing good as we are at being wicked . " The man fulfils his word—emigrates to Australia ; is successful at the diggings ; finds an old friend whom he once wronged , obtains his forgiveness , helps him to gain his fortune ; returns to'England , assists his friend to marry a lady to whom he had been betrothed before leaving England , the lady having

been deceived into believing him to be dead , and that by a rich man who was about making her his wife , and saving her father from ruin . On the very eve of the wedding her own lover returns , and the truth is ' revealed , and of course that ends that play . This is no tedious and knotty love plot , but is really one of the best things ever put on the English stage . And we are confirmed in our belief that wherever the Church leads the way , and asserts herself in the cause of right and honour , so will she find sympathy

from the masses . We have always felt that the working classes would not support what is demoralising on the stage if they could only get something better . We recommend the Church and Stage Guild , of which we gave a report some little time back , to co-operate with such actors as Mr . Charles Warner to produce pieces instiuctive as well as amusing to the audience . We ought not to omit observing that there is a comic , as well as a serious , side to "It ' s Never too Late to Mend . " We wish the piece the success it deserves .

THE GLOBE THEATRE—It shows there must be a great deal that is attractive in " Les Cloches deCorneville , " as it was withdrawn , after a very long run at this theatre , about eighteen months ago , and , on the re-opening of the theatre by Mr . Burt , this pretty comic opera was again put on the boards , has been playing some months , " and is likely for some time to continue its success . So likely is this that we were informed , on inquiry , that there is no rehearsal

going on of a new piece . We chronicled the o'her day that Bro . Sims had ' an offer to write the words of a comic opera for the Globe ; until this is ready probably " Les Cloches de Cornovillc " will still produce cheers and laughter from the audience . Some alteration in the cast has taken place since its first appearance on these ^ boards , and we arc bound , in fairness , to say it has not deteriorated in acting or singing . Miss Irene Verona , of whom Bro .

Bassano has just published some lovely photos , sustains the part of Surpolctte as well as ever it was or could be played ; and in Gobo , the Baillie s factotum , who produces so much merriment by his drollery and wit , we almost see an improvement . Mr . Wilfred Morgan , as of yore , takes the character of the Marquis de Corncville , and the principal male character is still in the hands of Mr . Shiel Barry . Indeed , we are not sure the piece could live

without him . Every time , and we have been several times at the Globe , he has received rounds of applause , specially for his part in the second act , where the old miser , Gaspard , counts out his money in the chateau , which is supposed to be inhabited by ghosts , and where none of the villagers dared to enter after dark . The expression on his face is marvellous as he hears sounds in the chAtpnu which be knows does not arise

from spirits , and the eagerness he displays to gather up his money and get it out of sight , but is too late , before any one arrives fairly brings the house down . We need only say that Miss Irene Verona ' s song , "Just look at this and look at that , " is encored , and sometimes thrice , and well she deserves it , for besides being possessed with a sweet voice , she has a prcttty face . Miss Fanny Heyivood's ( Germaine ) song , "Ding , Dong ; Ding , Dong , "

is received in a similar manner . Most persons know these taking airs ; some of our lady readers sing them themselves , but we have never heard them outside as well as inside the Globe . It only remains for us to say that a great deal of the credit is due to Mr . Heslop , the manager . We have been told by professionals that to the stage manager is due in a large measure the success or nonsuccess of any piece . Though he does not come before the public , he is the moving spirit behind the scenes ; we

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mean this , of course , only metaphorically . We suppose he is what a private Secretary is to a Cabinet Minister—his right hand . Mr . Heslop certainly seems both right and left hands , for he manages on the stage and the part of the theatre belonging to the public .

THE ALHAMBRA . —On Ssturday , December 3 rd , a new version ( by Harry Paulton ) of the celebrated grand fairy spectacular opera , " Black Crook , " founded on " La Biche au Bois , " will be produced on a scale of great , magnificence at this theatre . Among the artistes will be Miss Constance Loseby , Miss Lizzie Coote , Miss Emelie Petrelli , Miss Rose Berend , Mr . Harry Paulton , Mr . J . H . Jarvis ,

Mr . W . Hargreaves , and Mr . Henry Walsham . Three new ballets will be introduced . The theatre is now close'd for extensive alterations and redecoration in the Mo'bHsh style . The " Bronze Horse " is still drawing a good house at Her Majesty's Opera House , Haymark ' et . We noticed the other evening Lord Alfred Paget—a great patroniserof the profession—amongst the audience .

Brighton.

BRIGHTON .

This famous and fashionable resort for the health seeking , the idle , the grave , the gay , the cautious invalid and "insouciant youth , " is just now , we are told , " very full . " It is much affected by members , as we are told , of the "haut ton" —whatever that may mean—and the representatives of the "British Arm v . " Thp wp ^ flipr is

said to be "delicious ; " the "breeze most refreshing ; " the "Aquarium and promenade very gay ; " and ladies ' drrsses very striking and startling even . The list of visitors is a very long one , and Brighton is serene and animated , contented and cheerful . We are very glad to hear it . We always like Bri ghton , and have agreeable reminiscences of old friends and vounrr acauainiances . of

comfortable roums and good dinners , of the sea and shrimps , of shops and shampooing . - We can also gratefully recall Brighton Masons and Brighton lodges . So we always say Vivat Brighton ! Our amusing contemporary Punch , who is ever alert , " semper virens , " though by no means " green , " and most " cosmopolitan " in his tastes

and temperament , thus sings the "Song of Brighton , " of " London-on-the-Sea . " We think that there can be no difficulty in realizing to whose " facile pen " we are indebted for these lively verses , which may perhapswho knows ?—induce some of our readers to run down to Brighton , and have a "holiday spell" there , and a "look " and a " unch" themselves ?

LAYS OF A LAZY MINSTREL .- ( Brighton in November . ) " Come down to Brighton ! Leave London in hazy time , Leave it enshrouded in yellow and brown ' . Come here and revel in exquisite lazy time , Jump in the Pullman at once and run down ! Blue is the sky and the sunshine is rdorious .

Charged is the air with delicious ozone : Gay is the cliff and most gentle is Boreas , Come down at once and recover your ' tone ! ' " Here come the Light Brigade , laughing deliriously , There is bold Atlas astride on his cob : The prelate , the poet , the peer adventitiously , Mingle and meet in the gail y dressed mob .

I'ur-coated beauties in carriages roll about , Can this be November ?—the sun is so hot ; Light a cigar , as we languidly stroll about , List to the songs of the merry Mascottc ! " Here is mamma looking anxious and serious :

List to the patter of tiny bottines , Dainty young damsels , whose faces ne ' er weary us , Foolish young maids in the new crinoline ! Angular ladies in gloomy esthetic coats , Maudle and dawdle the afternoon through ; Graceful girlettes in the shortest of petticoats ,

Hutter their frills as they walk ' two-and-two . ' " Sit on the Pier , underneath the velarium , Noddle your head to the tune of the band ; Or , if you please , you may see the Aquarium , _ Call if you like at the Ship or the Grand . Good Doctor Brighton , a mighty magician is , Healing at once all your ailments and ills ; Take his advice—there no better physician

is—A blow on the Pier and a header at Brill ' s ! ' " Here not a trace is of smoke or of haziness Found as we stroll on the Road of the King ; Happy indeed is His Most Serene Laziness , Happy , but almost too idle to sing ! Were it not so , I would lengthily talk about People and places—my dear Mr . Punch—Ev ' ry one sees , as they lazily walk about , I ' ve lots more to say , but / must go to lunch ! "

Master Bakers' Protection Society.

MASTER BAKERS' PROTECTION SOCIETY .

The thirteenth anniversary dinner of the above society was held at Anderton ' s Hotel , on the 23 rd inst . One hundred and twenty members sat down to a well-served repast , under the presidency of Mr . W . B . Pringle . The objects of the society comprise the protection of its

members from fraud on the part of servants ; from vexatious prosecutions ; the putting into force the provisions of the Adulteration Acts ; and thesustentation of the London Master Bakers' Pension Society and Almshouses . The two latter Institutions afford relief to fifty indoor and thirtyeight outdoor recipients . The married couples are allowed thirty shillings per month , and widows , or single men ,

twenty-live snuiings per month and an allowance of coals . Outdoor recipients are granted thirty-seven shillings per month . A well-selected and lengthy toast list was honoured , some good singing being furnished by members to the accompaniment of Mr . Youens . Mr . G . Edmonds acted as M . C ., and the whole of the proceedings went off successfully .

At a meeting of the Everton Lod ge , 82 3 , held at the Masonic Hall , Hope-street , Liverpool , on Wednesday , the iGth inst ., Bro . John Houlding , P . M ., P . P . G . R ., was presented with a massive P . P . G . Lodge collar jewel , bearing a suitable inscription , upon the expiration of his year of office as Provincial Grand Registrar of West Lancashire .