Note: This text has been automatically extracted via Optical Character Recognition (OCR) software.
The Quatuor Coronati Lodge.
widespread , but be hailed as a real boon for those not versed in this absorbing study . My article on ihe " Lambton Lodge Medal " granted by H . R . H ., the Duke of Sussex to ths present No . 375 of Chcster-Ie-strcet , Djrham , will , I hope , please a few brethren , who like myself are particularl y interested in Masonic Medals , the illustration being helpful , thanks to ihe services of my friend . Bro . Robert Hudson .
There are quite a number of Reviews of Masonic Works , which is thus a feature—and a good one . too—of this Part . Bro . R . F . Gould , the Masonic Historian , has skillfully done the History of the Philanthropic Lodge , No . 304 , Leeds ( Bro . C . L . Mason ); St . John ' s Lodge , No . 39 , Exeter ( Bro . Andrew Hope ) ; Freemasonry in Lincolnshire ( Bro . William Dixon ); and St . John ' s Lodge , New Brunswick ( Bro . W . F . Bunting ,
P . G . M . ) Bro . Edward Macbean has ably followed with spirited reviews of the " Mentuiia , " "St . John ' s " and " Fortitude " Lodges ( Bros . Greatbach , Hope , and Longman , authors , respectively ) and has likewise written a capital notice of Bro . Crowe ' s valuable " Scottish Master Masons' Handbock . " Bro . Macbean has a pleasant light touch and makes an excellent reviewer , so much so that we hope to read more such from his facile pen .
There arc several other papers I should like to mention , but must forbear , contenting myself simply by stating that Bro . Spelh has not been silent though worked almost too much else , and as Editor ha , as always , done well . The " Notes and Queries" department is exceptionally strong this time and would lake a hit ot space to do justice to the many arlicK s , The jewels alone would absorb much time to duly describe , and the items -of general inten st arc numerous and valuable .
The " quiint silver rngraved jewel , " exhibited by Bro . J . T . Thorp , the zealous Libraiian of the Masonic Collection at Leicester , is very like one of which a sketch was sent me by Bro . M . C . Peck , of Hull , who has a rich selection of such curios ; and there is one in the museum of the Grand Lodge also of a similar design , besides others equally devoted to Cralt , Arch , and Knighls Templar Masonry ; and there is another , farther oi , in
same part , of much the same character , the obverse onlv , sent bv Bro . W . F . Vernon , the Masonic historian of Kelso . The one that was exhibited at the Conversazione , 28 th November , 1894 . the properly of Bro . Chaffers , of Sandgate , is a more unusual design , and , in fact , is new to me , as also the arrangement of Masonic Symbols in a hire Place , of cast iron , sketched and forwarded by Bro . W . Dixon , of Lincoln .
The old pierced jewel of s'lver , lent for exhibition by Bro . J . W . " 1 iirncr , of Douglas , Isle of Man , is a most interesting specimen , possibly of A . D . 1775 . The " Ars " for Vol . VII ., should be consulted as to the style . Bro . G . VV . Speth has furnished admirable sketches of these gems . The cast iron jewel in possession of Lodge No . 23 S ( S . C . ) , is valuable , and the Masonic plate in possession of Bro . P . M . Catford , is a pretty relic of the ( raft .
The gem of the series , however , is the Masonic mug , owned by Bro . J . Macnaught Campbell , which has special features , shared by a teapot belonging to Bro . A . Hope , Exeter , and mugs in the collection of Bro William Watson , of Leeds , Bro . Carson , of Enniskulen , and other diligent collectors . I congratulate Bro . Spell ) on the issue of Part 1 , of Volume VIII . VV . J . HUGHAN .
Consecration Of The Cockcrow Conclave At Eastwood, Yorks.
CONSECRATION OF THE COCKCROW CONCLAVE AT EASTWOOD , YORKS .
The Saturday after Good Friday was a memorable day al Eastwood , when , under the kindly auspices of Bros . Marshall and Ragdale , of Manchester , a new conclave , No . 23 , of this growing Order was formed and consecrated at this important Masonic centre . In some departments o ! Masonry , the centre at Ivrstwood is older than Grand Lodge itself , and it > ccmed lilting that the circle of its accomplishments should be completed by the addition of a conclave of the Order of the Secret Monitor to the roll of
Iodizes auel councils the valley contains . The consecration ceremony was undertaken by Bro . F . A . Philbrick , ( J . C ., Past Grand Supreme Ruler in the () rder and Grand Registrar of the Craft , assisted by Bro . Japheth Tickle , C . C ., Past Grand Guide , as C , wilh Bro . John Marshall , P . G . Councillor , as Chaplain and Bro . J . Ragdale , P . G . Councillor , as Guide , Bro . J . J . Pakes , Grand Visitor , undertook the duties of Inducting and Installing Officer , while Bro . W . J . Spratling , Grand Recorder , acted as Director of Ceremonies .
The brethren had nominated Bro . William Cockcroflasthe first Supreme Ruler ; Bro . Daniel Hargreaves as the First Counsellor ; and Bro . David Bradley , M . D ., as First Guide ; and to these brethren the Consecrating ( Ulicer committed the destinies of what will certainly become an important conclave , whose establishment will mark an epoch in higher Masonry in Yorkshire .
The I re hren being assembled , Bro , Pakes assisted by the Grand Officers , proceeded t J induct the new numbers into the < Jrder preparatory to the more important portion of the ceremony . This being done , the Grand Officers re : iicd and presently entered the conclave wearing their robes of office and preceded by the Chaplain bearing the V . S . L .
1 he brethren having duly nolilicd their adherence lo the choice of officers naiiifd in the warrant the ceremony was proceeded with in the usual form , and liro . I'll 1 i . iiKit K delivered the following oration : Brethren , we are met this day in this dislinj . uished Masonic centre to complete , as it were , the circle of your Masonic honours by consecrating in your midst , in this b ; auliful corner of Yorkshire , a conclave of the Order which acknowledges
the inler-dcpendencu of man upon man , and stimulates the fraternal zeal of brother in assisting brother . Tne love that David bore to Jonathan , which lasted until death , is a lilting type of the friendship which we hope to see cliivaUd here , and which , springing from the warm hearts of Yorkshiremen , will knit brother to brother in a bond still stronger than that which Craft Masonry has already formed , i ) . ir () rder , brethren , is not a thing of yeslerel iy , true it has been only recently revived and re-organised in this country ;
but , arising at a remote period when the hand of brolher was turned against his fellow , and when the heart craved for some trustworthy tie , it has survived , more or less continuously , from ancient times , and was especially cultivated when , in the great rebellion which led to the formation of the I nited States , and , later , at the time of the Civil War , it formed an inner bond of union among Masons themselves , and on many occasions was the means of establishing fraternal relationships , where , but for it , matters would have proved disastrous in the extreme . Our Order has been long cultivated in
Consecration Of The Cockcrow Conclave At Eastwood, Yorks.
America where it consists of a single Degree , and it is only quite recentl y lhat a large number of brethren who had taken this one Degree , have unanimously applied to the Grand Council in England for powers enabling them to cultivate the higher Degrees which confirm , establish , and intensif y the brotherly tie which already exists . This petition , Grand Council has been pleased to grant , and we nope soon to hear that the beautiful ritual
of which they are now in possession is appreciated by our American cousins , and that the conclave they have formed under our jurisdiction may be the pioneer for many others , to the strengthening of our Order and the spread of its estimable virtues . Brethren , it is not necessary for me to refer to the distinguished part this little township of Eastwood has played in Masonic literature and activity ; suffice it to say that there is no corner of
England where the ancient traditions have been more faithfully observed and handed down , and I venture to prophesy that the tradition embodied in the O . der of David and Jonathan , introduced to you here this day , will form no exception to the rule , but that as you meet from time to time and become better acquainted with the rituals , the sentiments they express will appeal more and more strongly to your hearts , and that the great duties you have
undertaken , to caution , to warn , and to support each other will be faithfully observed in your daily conduct towards each other and will be earnestl y cultivated in your periodical meetings . For this Order makes a positive duty of what might otherwise be looked upon as an impertinent curiosity . The Visiting- Deacons of your conclave are specially charged to be active in discovering and bringing comfort and consolation , be it mental or pecuniary ,
to any of their brethren in need thereof , livery meeting must include in the order of its business a report from the Deacons , and I feel assured that the brethren I now see before me are not the men to neglect , or allow others to neglect , this the fundamental principle of our Order . Ever on the alert , ever on the watch , ever ready to warn or to advise , standing shoulder to shoulder
giving continual support , may this conclave established this day become a power in the county , a centre to which the weary heart may turn , and from which may How in no stinted measure that sympathy and that truly Masonic benevolence which vivifies all it touches and restores humanity to that level from which it formerly fell .
The ceremony of consecration was then proceeded with in due form , and , being ended , Bro . J . J . Pakes duly installed Bro . William Cockcroft as S R . within the Order . He distributed to the brethren the accustomed presents and appointed his officers as follows : Bros . Daniel Hargreaves , Counselor ; David Bradley , M . D ., Guide ; John Marshall , Secretary ; Wm . Shackle ' . on , ist V . D . ; Jas . Fielden , 2 nd V . D . ; Wm . Crossley , D . C . ; Jas . Fielden , Organist ; Jas . Simpson , Guarder ; and T . Hodgson , Sentinel .
The conclave being duly closed , ample justice was done to a sumptuous repast spread by mine host of the Station House Hotel , and with " Hearty good wishes" for a pleasant meeting on Monday at Manchester , where the Grand Officers present were expected to consecrate another conclavs , No . 26 , " Champion , " the brethren separated for their respective homes .
Dedication Of A Masonic Temple At Kelvedon, Essex.
DEDICATION OF A MASONIC TEMPLE AT KELVEDON , ESSEX .
MuNii-icKN-r GUT nv nil-: VV . M . oi- THE EASTERI-OKD LODGE , NO . 2342 . Thursday , the 18 th inst ., was a red-letter day in the Province ol Essex , it being the occasion of the dedication by the popular Grand Master , the Earl of Warwick , of the first building in the county to be solely devoted to Masonic purposes . The event had been looked forward to for some time by the brethren of the Easterford Lodge , No . 2342 , for whose benefit the Temple has been erected , and whose Worshipful Master , Bro . Sir Wm . Neville Abdy , Bart ., has munificently borne the whole cost , which , with furnishing and decorating , will be about / . " 2000 .
The Temple , which is situate in the centre of the High-street of Kelvcdon , is of the Classic Order , is executed with red brick and Bath stone , and is ol handsome proportion and design . It is approached from without by a stone portico , and from this you enter through a vestibule into an inner hall and corridor to feet wide . On the south side is the robing and Tyler's rooms ; from this you enter the Temple , the shape of which is that of a parallelogram , being one-third larger from east to west than it is from north to south . The ceiling is
lofty , to give dignity to the appearance of the room , and it will be painted to represent the " celestial canopy . " The whole of the cast end is elevated from the lloor by a platform running across the room , and ascended by three sleps . The windows on the south side , are high up from the floor , and filled with stained glass from the architect ' s design . The decorations of the room arc all Masonic , the pilasters at the east end have Ionic capitals ; on south and north
side Corinthia :: with acanthus leaves ; and the west end Doric capitals . The floor is laid with oak battens , narrow widths , and in the centre a Masonic panel parquet to represent the " square pavement . " At the back of the Master ' s chair a panel is formed in the wall . having an open volume , upon which will be inscribed the names of Ihe W . Ms . An organ , made expressly for the lodge by Messrs . Bishop and Son , of London , is placed on the north side of the lodge room .
The banqueting room is 30 feet long and 20 feet wide and 17 feet high , and will comfortably seat about 80 persons . This room is lighted with a large window at the east end , and also windows in the north and south side , all filled with spc cially designed stained glass , and in the centre of each light are Masonic emblems , representing the various Degrees of Craft , Arch , and Mark Masonry . The furnituie of this room includes a line toned piano . Kitchen , serving-room , and lavatories are also provided . The whole building is heated by means of hot waterpipes and radiators .
I he first design for the building was made by the late Mr . Alan Stewart , of Maldou , and after his death the work was placed in the hands of Bro . Frank Whitmore , P . M . 27 C , architect , of Chelmsford , who , under instructions from Bro . Dr . Salter , P . M . of the Easterford Lodge , prepared fresh plans and designs , and has superintended and carried out the whole of the work . The builder is Bro . C . T . Thorn , a founder and P . S . W . of the Easterford Lodge .
As has already been stated , Bro . Sir William N . Abdy , Bart ., W . M ., has most liberally found the whole of the money necessary to carry out the work ; and Bro . Dr . Salter , P . M ., P . P . J . G . W ., has from first to last been indefatigable in directing and arranging matters connected therewith . I here was a large gathering of brethren to witness the dedication by the Earl of War . vick . On entering the lodge room , accompanied by his officers , Bro . Lord Warwick was received with the honours due to his rank , and the hymn , " Hail Eternal , by whose aid " having been sung ,
The 1 ' KOV . GKANII MASTKK briefly addressed the brethren . His lordship said that that was a red-letter day , not only to the members of the Easterford Lodge , but also to the province generally . It was most satisfactory to himself , as it musl be to all Erecmasons , that the brethren there would be able in the future to practice the beautiful ceremonies of the Order in a temple specially devoted to the purpose . He felt that they ail owed a deep debt of gratitude to Bro .
Note: This text has been automatically extracted via Optical Character Recognition (OCR) software.
The Quatuor Coronati Lodge.
widespread , but be hailed as a real boon for those not versed in this absorbing study . My article on ihe " Lambton Lodge Medal " granted by H . R . H ., the Duke of Sussex to ths present No . 375 of Chcster-Ie-strcet , Djrham , will , I hope , please a few brethren , who like myself are particularl y interested in Masonic Medals , the illustration being helpful , thanks to ihe services of my friend . Bro . Robert Hudson .
There are quite a number of Reviews of Masonic Works , which is thus a feature—and a good one . too—of this Part . Bro . R . F . Gould , the Masonic Historian , has skillfully done the History of the Philanthropic Lodge , No . 304 , Leeds ( Bro . C . L . Mason ); St . John ' s Lodge , No . 39 , Exeter ( Bro . Andrew Hope ) ; Freemasonry in Lincolnshire ( Bro . William Dixon ); and St . John ' s Lodge , New Brunswick ( Bro . W . F . Bunting ,
P . G . M . ) Bro . Edward Macbean has ably followed with spirited reviews of the " Mentuiia , " "St . John ' s " and " Fortitude " Lodges ( Bros . Greatbach , Hope , and Longman , authors , respectively ) and has likewise written a capital notice of Bro . Crowe ' s valuable " Scottish Master Masons' Handbock . " Bro . Macbean has a pleasant light touch and makes an excellent reviewer , so much so that we hope to read more such from his facile pen .
There arc several other papers I should like to mention , but must forbear , contenting myself simply by stating that Bro . Spelh has not been silent though worked almost too much else , and as Editor ha , as always , done well . The " Notes and Queries" department is exceptionally strong this time and would lake a hit ot space to do justice to the many arlicK s , The jewels alone would absorb much time to duly describe , and the items -of general inten st arc numerous and valuable .
The " quiint silver rngraved jewel , " exhibited by Bro . J . T . Thorp , the zealous Libraiian of the Masonic Collection at Leicester , is very like one of which a sketch was sent me by Bro . M . C . Peck , of Hull , who has a rich selection of such curios ; and there is one in the museum of the Grand Lodge also of a similar design , besides others equally devoted to Cralt , Arch , and Knighls Templar Masonry ; and there is another , farther oi , in
same part , of much the same character , the obverse onlv , sent bv Bro . W . F . Vernon , the Masonic historian of Kelso . The one that was exhibited at the Conversazione , 28 th November , 1894 . the properly of Bro . Chaffers , of Sandgate , is a more unusual design , and , in fact , is new to me , as also the arrangement of Masonic Symbols in a hire Place , of cast iron , sketched and forwarded by Bro . W . Dixon , of Lincoln .
The old pierced jewel of s'lver , lent for exhibition by Bro . J . W . " 1 iirncr , of Douglas , Isle of Man , is a most interesting specimen , possibly of A . D . 1775 . The " Ars " for Vol . VII ., should be consulted as to the style . Bro . G . VV . Speth has furnished admirable sketches of these gems . The cast iron jewel in possession of Lodge No . 23 S ( S . C . ) , is valuable , and the Masonic plate in possession of Bro . P . M . Catford , is a pretty relic of the ( raft .
The gem of the series , however , is the Masonic mug , owned by Bro . J . Macnaught Campbell , which has special features , shared by a teapot belonging to Bro . A . Hope , Exeter , and mugs in the collection of Bro William Watson , of Leeds , Bro . Carson , of Enniskulen , and other diligent collectors . I congratulate Bro . Spell ) on the issue of Part 1 , of Volume VIII . VV . J . HUGHAN .
Consecration Of The Cockcrow Conclave At Eastwood, Yorks.
CONSECRATION OF THE COCKCROW CONCLAVE AT EASTWOOD , YORKS .
The Saturday after Good Friday was a memorable day al Eastwood , when , under the kindly auspices of Bros . Marshall and Ragdale , of Manchester , a new conclave , No . 23 , of this growing Order was formed and consecrated at this important Masonic centre . In some departments o ! Masonry , the centre at Ivrstwood is older than Grand Lodge itself , and it > ccmed lilting that the circle of its accomplishments should be completed by the addition of a conclave of the Order of the Secret Monitor to the roll of
Iodizes auel councils the valley contains . The consecration ceremony was undertaken by Bro . F . A . Philbrick , ( J . C ., Past Grand Supreme Ruler in the () rder and Grand Registrar of the Craft , assisted by Bro . Japheth Tickle , C . C ., Past Grand Guide , as C , wilh Bro . John Marshall , P . G . Councillor , as Chaplain and Bro . J . Ragdale , P . G . Councillor , as Guide , Bro . J . J . Pakes , Grand Visitor , undertook the duties of Inducting and Installing Officer , while Bro . W . J . Spratling , Grand Recorder , acted as Director of Ceremonies .
The brethren had nominated Bro . William Cockcroflasthe first Supreme Ruler ; Bro . Daniel Hargreaves as the First Counsellor ; and Bro . David Bradley , M . D ., as First Guide ; and to these brethren the Consecrating ( Ulicer committed the destinies of what will certainly become an important conclave , whose establishment will mark an epoch in higher Masonry in Yorkshire .
The I re hren being assembled , Bro , Pakes assisted by the Grand Officers , proceeded t J induct the new numbers into the < Jrder preparatory to the more important portion of the ceremony . This being done , the Grand Officers re : iicd and presently entered the conclave wearing their robes of office and preceded by the Chaplain bearing the V . S . L .
1 he brethren having duly nolilicd their adherence lo the choice of officers naiiifd in the warrant the ceremony was proceeded with in the usual form , and liro . I'll 1 i . iiKit K delivered the following oration : Brethren , we are met this day in this dislinj . uished Masonic centre to complete , as it were , the circle of your Masonic honours by consecrating in your midst , in this b ; auliful corner of Yorkshire , a conclave of the Order which acknowledges
the inler-dcpendencu of man upon man , and stimulates the fraternal zeal of brother in assisting brother . Tne love that David bore to Jonathan , which lasted until death , is a lilting type of the friendship which we hope to see cliivaUd here , and which , springing from the warm hearts of Yorkshiremen , will knit brother to brother in a bond still stronger than that which Craft Masonry has already formed , i ) . ir () rder , brethren , is not a thing of yeslerel iy , true it has been only recently revived and re-organised in this country ;
but , arising at a remote period when the hand of brolher was turned against his fellow , and when the heart craved for some trustworthy tie , it has survived , more or less continuously , from ancient times , and was especially cultivated when , in the great rebellion which led to the formation of the I nited States , and , later , at the time of the Civil War , it formed an inner bond of union among Masons themselves , and on many occasions was the means of establishing fraternal relationships , where , but for it , matters would have proved disastrous in the extreme . Our Order has been long cultivated in
Consecration Of The Cockcrow Conclave At Eastwood, Yorks.
America where it consists of a single Degree , and it is only quite recentl y lhat a large number of brethren who had taken this one Degree , have unanimously applied to the Grand Council in England for powers enabling them to cultivate the higher Degrees which confirm , establish , and intensif y the brotherly tie which already exists . This petition , Grand Council has been pleased to grant , and we nope soon to hear that the beautiful ritual
of which they are now in possession is appreciated by our American cousins , and that the conclave they have formed under our jurisdiction may be the pioneer for many others , to the strengthening of our Order and the spread of its estimable virtues . Brethren , it is not necessary for me to refer to the distinguished part this little township of Eastwood has played in Masonic literature and activity ; suffice it to say that there is no corner of
England where the ancient traditions have been more faithfully observed and handed down , and I venture to prophesy that the tradition embodied in the O . der of David and Jonathan , introduced to you here this day , will form no exception to the rule , but that as you meet from time to time and become better acquainted with the rituals , the sentiments they express will appeal more and more strongly to your hearts , and that the great duties you have
undertaken , to caution , to warn , and to support each other will be faithfully observed in your daily conduct towards each other and will be earnestl y cultivated in your periodical meetings . For this Order makes a positive duty of what might otherwise be looked upon as an impertinent curiosity . The Visiting- Deacons of your conclave are specially charged to be active in discovering and bringing comfort and consolation , be it mental or pecuniary ,
to any of their brethren in need thereof , livery meeting must include in the order of its business a report from the Deacons , and I feel assured that the brethren I now see before me are not the men to neglect , or allow others to neglect , this the fundamental principle of our Order . Ever on the alert , ever on the watch , ever ready to warn or to advise , standing shoulder to shoulder
giving continual support , may this conclave established this day become a power in the county , a centre to which the weary heart may turn , and from which may How in no stinted measure that sympathy and that truly Masonic benevolence which vivifies all it touches and restores humanity to that level from which it formerly fell .
The ceremony of consecration was then proceeded with in due form , and , being ended , Bro . J . J . Pakes duly installed Bro . William Cockcroft as S R . within the Order . He distributed to the brethren the accustomed presents and appointed his officers as follows : Bros . Daniel Hargreaves , Counselor ; David Bradley , M . D ., Guide ; John Marshall , Secretary ; Wm . Shackle ' . on , ist V . D . ; Jas . Fielden , 2 nd V . D . ; Wm . Crossley , D . C . ; Jas . Fielden , Organist ; Jas . Simpson , Guarder ; and T . Hodgson , Sentinel .
The conclave being duly closed , ample justice was done to a sumptuous repast spread by mine host of the Station House Hotel , and with " Hearty good wishes" for a pleasant meeting on Monday at Manchester , where the Grand Officers present were expected to consecrate another conclavs , No . 26 , " Champion , " the brethren separated for their respective homes .
Dedication Of A Masonic Temple At Kelvedon, Essex.
DEDICATION OF A MASONIC TEMPLE AT KELVEDON , ESSEX .
MuNii-icKN-r GUT nv nil-: VV . M . oi- THE EASTERI-OKD LODGE , NO . 2342 . Thursday , the 18 th inst ., was a red-letter day in the Province ol Essex , it being the occasion of the dedication by the popular Grand Master , the Earl of Warwick , of the first building in the county to be solely devoted to Masonic purposes . The event had been looked forward to for some time by the brethren of the Easterford Lodge , No . 2342 , for whose benefit the Temple has been erected , and whose Worshipful Master , Bro . Sir Wm . Neville Abdy , Bart ., has munificently borne the whole cost , which , with furnishing and decorating , will be about / . " 2000 .
The Temple , which is situate in the centre of the High-street of Kelvcdon , is of the Classic Order , is executed with red brick and Bath stone , and is ol handsome proportion and design . It is approached from without by a stone portico , and from this you enter through a vestibule into an inner hall and corridor to feet wide . On the south side is the robing and Tyler's rooms ; from this you enter the Temple , the shape of which is that of a parallelogram , being one-third larger from east to west than it is from north to south . The ceiling is
lofty , to give dignity to the appearance of the room , and it will be painted to represent the " celestial canopy . " The whole of the cast end is elevated from the lloor by a platform running across the room , and ascended by three sleps . The windows on the south side , are high up from the floor , and filled with stained glass from the architect ' s design . The decorations of the room arc all Masonic , the pilasters at the east end have Ionic capitals ; on south and north
side Corinthia :: with acanthus leaves ; and the west end Doric capitals . The floor is laid with oak battens , narrow widths , and in the centre a Masonic panel parquet to represent the " square pavement . " At the back of the Master ' s chair a panel is formed in the wall . having an open volume , upon which will be inscribed the names of Ihe W . Ms . An organ , made expressly for the lodge by Messrs . Bishop and Son , of London , is placed on the north side of the lodge room .
The banqueting room is 30 feet long and 20 feet wide and 17 feet high , and will comfortably seat about 80 persons . This room is lighted with a large window at the east end , and also windows in the north and south side , all filled with spc cially designed stained glass , and in the centre of each light are Masonic emblems , representing the various Degrees of Craft , Arch , and Mark Masonry . The furnituie of this room includes a line toned piano . Kitchen , serving-room , and lavatories are also provided . The whole building is heated by means of hot waterpipes and radiators .
I he first design for the building was made by the late Mr . Alan Stewart , of Maldou , and after his death the work was placed in the hands of Bro . Frank Whitmore , P . M . 27 C , architect , of Chelmsford , who , under instructions from Bro . Dr . Salter , P . M . of the Easterford Lodge , prepared fresh plans and designs , and has superintended and carried out the whole of the work . The builder is Bro . C . T . Thorn , a founder and P . S . W . of the Easterford Lodge .
As has already been stated , Bro . Sir William N . Abdy , Bart ., W . M ., has most liberally found the whole of the money necessary to carry out the work ; and Bro . Dr . Salter , P . M ., P . P . J . G . W ., has from first to last been indefatigable in directing and arranging matters connected therewith . I here was a large gathering of brethren to witness the dedication by the Earl of War . vick . On entering the lodge room , accompanied by his officers , Bro . Lord Warwick was received with the honours due to his rank , and the hymn , " Hail Eternal , by whose aid " having been sung ,
The 1 ' KOV . GKANII MASTKK briefly addressed the brethren . His lordship said that that was a red-letter day , not only to the members of the Easterford Lodge , but also to the province generally . It was most satisfactory to himself , as it musl be to all Erecmasons , that the brethren there would be able in the future to practice the beautiful ceremonies of the Order in a temple specially devoted to the purpose . He felt that they ail owed a deep debt of gratitude to Bro .