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CONTENTS .

REPORTS OF M ASONIC M EETINGS : - Craft Masonry 477 Instruction 4 » ° Roval Arch 4 « o Scotland 4 » l Mark Masonry 4 »' Ancient and Primitive Rite 401 emulation Lodge of improvement 4 ? i

Supreme Grand Chapter 4 » S Masonic and General Tidings 4 " Father Foy's last attack on Freemasonry 403 The Present Aspects of French Freemasonry 483 1 ' eace or War « 3 A Point of Law 4 <> 3 Letter of Kro . Caubet to the Editor of the " Freemason" 484 A Point of Law 4 8 4 C ORRESPONDENCE : — Female Freemasonry 4 » 4 Ultramnntanism 48 J

Charity Organisation 4 S J Father Foy on Freemasonry 4 S 4 Protestantism in Spain 484 Reviews 4 8 S Masonic Notes and Queries 485 Obituary 485 Provincial Grand Lodge of West Yorkshire 48 J Grand Lodge of Quebec 4 «< Archaeological Section o £ the Falcon Lodge , Thirsk 4 86 Masonic Meetings for next Week 4 86 Advertisements i . ii . iii . iv . v . vi .

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ECLECTIC LODGE ( No . 1201 ) . —The brethren of this lodge met in goodly numbers on the 16 th inst , at the Freemasons' Hall , Great Cueen-street , being the first meeting for the season . The W . M ., Bro . West , passed three brethren to the Second Degree , and in a most effective manner raised two'brethren to the sublime degree of Master Mason . On beinp- about to close the lodee the

excellent Secretary introduced the subject of the death of Bro . Past Master Childs , who was present at the last meeting , but has gone to his rest since . Bro . Albert Driver having expressed the hope that the brethren would show their sympathy and assistance to the widow , made reference to Bro . P . M . Darley , who was present , and could speak as to the circumstances . Bro . W . Darley , on rising

said that he had known Bro . Childs for the last twenty years , he knew of no man of his acquaintance who by his exemplary life , honourable career , and readiness at all times to do good , did greater honour to Masonry than did Bro . Childs ; the very last act before he died was one of philanthropy , and an expression of deep solicitude for the welfare of a brother Mason . Bro . Darley expressed ,

also , his highest opinion of the widow of Bro . Child , as most worthy of the sympathy and support of the brethren , and whose limited means entitled her to a claim on the funds for an annuity . The brethren at once , from the Worshipful Master down , showed the most generous and Masonic sympathy for the widow , which assumed a practical form , the brethren fenerallv exoressinir their rep-ret

at not being aware of the time of the funeral of Bro . Childs , having a great desire to show respect to him . Bro . Barber , , | . D ., especially spoke in the most affectionate terms of Bro . Childs , and was followed by the Senior and Junior Wardens , and others . Bro . P . M . Darley , of Lodge 158 , Shccrncss , in presenting the hearty good wishesjof his lodge , expressed his admiration for the practical Masonic feeling shown to the widow of Bro . Childs , expressed the hope

that they would succeed m getting her an annuity , and prayed that God would bless them and their families for the love they had shewn that night . The circumstance of Bro . Childs ' s death would never be effaced from his memory . Bro . Childs shewed an affectionate regard for his dear son . Both were taken ill together , died within a short time of each other , and were buried within a shoit time of each other , and were interred but a shoit distance from each other .

HIGH CROSS LODGE ( No . 754 ) . —Bro . David Roberts , of Lower Tottenham , has closely identified himself with Freemasonry . He is a Past Master of the High Cross Lodge , held at Tottenham , and has been Treasurer for many years . He is a life governor of most , if not all , the Masonic institutions , and takes a lively interest in everything calculated to increase their usefulness . Recently it was suggested by a member of the High Cross Lodge

that it would not be out of place to show Bro . Roberts what a firm hold he had upon the affections of the members by presenting him with a testimonial . No sooner said than done ; the idea was taken up warmly , and many wondered it had not been proposed long before . Wednesday evening week was fixed for the presentation , and the splendid hall at the lodge house was crowded—so full , indeed , that several friends could not be accommodated with

seats at the tables . The members of the lodge mustered strong ly , and visiting brethren and friends outside the Craft ( the company not being strictly confined to Masons ) formed a numerous body . Most of the Past Masters of the lodge were present ; all the officers were in their places ; and various lodges were represented , particularly Lnfiel d and Hertfordseveral members of each being in

, attendance . Many letters of congratulation to Bro . Roberts and regrets at compulsory absence were also received . 1 he proceedings commenced with a dinner , served in Bro . Udd y ' s usual excellent style , and , under the directions of r ° . Linzcll , P . M ., everything passed off in an admirable niaiiner from beginning to end . Bro . Barham , the W . M . ° t the High Cross LnHcrp . niviinipit the rhair After tlin

usual loyal toasts had been given , Bro . Townshend , I . P . M ., announced that a testimonial was about to be presented 0 a . dear and worth y man—one whom it was a privilege ° Know . Bro . Roberts was one of the most genial , affable , rcaW •" that COuM be met with a "y whcre ' He was a hel ¦ " ?• never saw a person in distress without eiping him . It was to be hoped he would be spared to 5 nu merous friends in Tottenham and elsewhere for many

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years to come . Bro . Cunningham , P . M . ( Secretary of the High Cross Lodge ) , then read a magnificently-illuminated vellum , as follows : — " This testimonial , together with a gold watch , was presented to Bro . David Roberts , P . M ., by members of the High Cross Lodge , No . 754 , of Ancient , Free , and Accepted Masons , held at the Seven Sisters' Hotel , Page Green , Tottenham , as a mark of the

respect and esteem in which he is held by the brethren , and in recognition of the valuable services rendered by him to the lodge as Treasurer for many years . " Similar words were engraved on the dome of a splendid gold watch ; and besides the framed " vote" and watch , a beautiful silver tea urn was handed to Bro . Roberts as a present from the lodp-e to his wife . The W . M . made the

nresentation . He said if others could express their thoughts better than he , no one could feel more sincerely than himself towards Bro . Roberts . It was one of the greatest pleasures he had ever experienced to preside on that occasion , and he should ever think of the proceedings with the utmost gratification . He trusted Bro . Roberts would be spared many years to wear the watch that had been given him ,

and to gaze upon the beautiful framed testimonial , which would always be a witness to the very high respect in which he was held by all who had the honour of his acquaintance . Bro . R . Peckham , followed , and spoke of Bro . Roberts as a man who never did a dishonourable action in his life , and nothing that the truest friend could blush at . Bro . Roberts , who was most cordially

received , returned thanks , addressing the meeting as brother officers , friends and neighbours . After referring to the words of the address just read , he observed that he experienced considerable difficulty in finding language to adequately express how very deeply he felt the great honour which had been done him by the presentation . The vnlnp nf fhp testimonial , although considerable , was second

in importance to the knowledge which the gift conveyedthat he occupied a prominent position in the esteem of the givers . He had often received from many of those he saw around good wishes and thanks both in and out of the High Cross Lodge , and he need scarcely say that he had at all times appreciated the kindness which had been evinced towards him . Following favours already conferred

came the beautiful presents now before him , and he regarded them as one of the highest compliments that could be paid to any man . He , therefore , felt justly proud of being connected with such an ancient institution as Freemasonry , and of being associated with individuals whose acts spoke louder than words . He would not encroach mnrh unnn the time of the meetinp-: but he felt Droud to

express his grateful feelings to those visiting friends who bad attended to share with him the pleasure of receiving such a handsome testimonial . Some had travelled many miles to honour him with their presence , and it afforded him the greatest possible gratification to see them round the table . He sincerely hoped he and they might live long to enjoy each other ' s society . He thanked them

most heartily for the trouble they had taken on his account . He also desired to thank those friends and neighbours who from business and other engagements had not been able to attend , but who had sent him their congratulations . He assured them that their kindly expressions towards him would ever be remembered with most pleasurable sensations . There was still one subject—a most

interesting one—upon which he should like to say a few words ; but as they had been favoured with the company of their esteemed Bro . James Terry , perhaps he could not do better than leave it in his hands . He might say , however , that he alluded to the Masonic Institutions . They were on all occasions the very essence of an assembly of Freemasons ; and they would pardon him for brief ! v

touching upon the position of the High Cross Lodge with respect to the charities . He had watched the progress of the lodge for some years , and he was rejoiced to be able to state , upon good authority , that the High Cross Lodge ranked second to none amongst the metropolitan lodges for its benevolence . When he joined the lodge he believed that there was scarcely a governor of any of the

institutions amongst the members ; now he was happy to say that the lodge had a very large number of life governors of them all upon its books ; and he entertained no doubt that some of the younger members would follow the advice he would give them— "Go thou and do likewise . " He could not sit down without once more expressing his obligations to the Worshipful Master and to those

brothers who had so liberally , so handsomely , and so cordially subscribed to the testimonial . The " vote " so beautifully executed by Bro . Cunningham would speak for many years after the grateful recipient had thrown off this mortal coil . The W . M . gave " The Visitors" ( always welcome at the High Cross Lodge ) , coupled with the names of Bros . Cunningham , E . Clarke , Mr . E . Maitland ,

and Bro . james Terry . Bro . Cunningham said he had travelled nearly a hundred miles to attend that meeting , which he regarded as one Of the most splendid demonstrations of respect he had ever seen . He had visited the High Cross Lodge before , and had heard Bro . Roberts spoken of by the members as " our great friend , " " the regenerator of the lodge , " " the apostle of the charities ;"

and from what he ( Bro . Cunningham ) knew himself , he had no hesitation in saying that Bro . Roberts well deserved all the praise that could be bestowed upon him . He was really a true Mason , and it was to be hoped he would long be spared to his friends and neighbours . Bro . Clarke said he had known Bro . Roberts many years , and he was quite convinced he righly deserved the honour which had

been conferred upon him that evening . The spectacle presented by that noble hall being crowded by friends , neighbours , and members of the Craft , was most gratifying to all connected with the proceedings . Mr . Maitland said , although not a Mason , he had known Mr . Roberts long enough to esteem him most highly . He had many friends outside the ranks of Masonry , and he might be described as a man in whom there was no guile . Bro . Terry ( who

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received a very cordial welcome ) said it had been his great pleasure and privilege to know Bro . Roberts for a great many years ; and he was highly gratified to be able to call him his friend . He had won the respect , esteem , and admiration of all who knew him . That large gathering would never have taken place had Bro . Roberts been an unworthy recipient . He ( Bro . Terry } had attended

festive meetings presided over by princes of the land , but he had never seen an assembly so enthusiastic and sincere in purpose as the present . How was that to be accounted for ? Because all were actuated by sincerity of heart to show honour , homage , and respect to one who was so worthy of their confidence . Bro . Roberts had identified himself with everything

that was good and useful connected with Masonry , and had rendered most valuable services to the various charities . Bro . Terry proceeded , in eloquent terms , to describe the nature and scope of the different Masonic Institutions , and referred to the many acts of benevolence performed by Bro . Roberts in connection with them . He was quite certain the watch which had been presented to him could

never beat over a truer heart . He could challenge every act of his life , and no one could say he had ever neglected his duty . The occasion was one of the greatest successes in the history of the High Cross Lodge , and the members had honoured themselves by doing honour to a right worthy and deservedly esteemed individual . Bro . Metcalf , P . M . Hertford Lodge , proposed " Success to the High

Cross Lodge , " and on behalf of his own lodge , presented the High Cross with a silver square and compasses , as evidence of the respect in which the lodge was held at Hertford . Bro . Mailer , P . M ., acknowledged the present in suitable terms , and after thanks had been voted to Bros . Linzell and Cunningham , for the time and trouble they bad devoted to the business of the testimonial , the

nroceedings ( which may be said to have been as successful as anything ever carried out in Tottenham ) ca me to a close . [ We much regret the grave typographical error which appeared in the report of The Great City Lodge in our last impression . We now give the report in its correct form . ]

THE GREAT CITY LODGE ( No . 1426 ) . —The anniversary and installation meeting of the Great City Lodge , No . 1426 , was held on Saturday , October 14 th , at the Cannon-street Hotel , and was most numerously attended . Bro . J . Hamilton Townend , W . M ., presided ; Bro . Seex ( W . M . elect ) , S . W . ; Stanway , J . W ., and all the other officers wero present , together with the following

array of visitors : —Bros . T . Fenn , P . G . A . D . C , Prince of Wales Lodge , 239 ; John Hervey , G . Sec . ; Dr . J . E . Cox , P . G . Chaplain ; Peacock , 1607 ; Wooton , P . M . Union and P . G . D . C . Kent ; Light , 959 ; Field , l . P . M . 902 ; Guggerheim , Concordia , Switzerland ; T . Poorc , P . M . 720 ; Driscoll , P . M . 30 ; Taylor , W . M . 933 ; Beattie , 591 ; Nunn , 889 ; Marcus , 1381 ; Raymond ,

1627 ; Partridge , W . M . 22 ; Lancaster , 534 ; Medwin , 192 ; Reed , 1601 ; Kitson , 548 ; Dyer , 46 ; Walter , 27 ; Saul , 1201 ; Carruthers , P . M . ( Mayor of Reigate ) Surrey , 416 ; Smith , P . P . G . S . W . ( ex-Mayor of Reigate ) , Surrey , 416 ; Soppett , 55 ; Hawkslcy , 1196 ; Dixon , P . M . 73 ; Cottebrune , P . G . Purs . 1563 ; Swallow , W . M . ; and Scott , Sec . 1563 ; Steward , P . M .

1351 ; Groom , 1349 ; Mann , P . M . 186 ; Oliver , P . M . 959 ; Noehmer , P . M . 186 ; Spencer , 73 ; Gilbert , 186 ; Jonas and Birdseye , 715 ; Huntley , 73 ; White , J . W ., and Turner , J . D . 1563 ; Morgan , 1385 ; Cargill , W . M . 49 ; Addriott , 1305 ; Dakin , P . M . 580 ; Dyer , W . M . 186 . The lodge having been opened and the minutes of former meetings read and confirmed , the W . M ,

proceeded to initiate Mr . Christopher Limner Cartwright and Mr . Luglen Constantine Libbesart into the mysteries and privileges of ancient Freemasonry . This having been concluded , the next business was the installation of Bro . Seex as Worshipful Master . Having been duly presented and certain matters proceeded with all the brethren below the decree of Installed Master were reauested to

retire . A Board of Installed Masters , thirty in number , was then formed , and Bro . Seex was in due form installed as W . M . for the ensuing year . The brethren below the chair having been admitted , the new W . M . received the customary salutes , and he then appointed his officers as follows : —Bros . Stanway , S . W . ; Freeman , J . W . ; the Rev . R . J . Simpson , Chaplain ; Headon , P . M . Treas . ;

Moody , P . M ., Sec . ; Blackie , S . D . ; Catchpole , J . D . ; Hamer , I . G . ; Taylor , D . C . ; H . Jenkins , Org . ; Kibble and Hook , Stewards ; and Steedman , P . M ., Tyler . Bro . Townend , the retiring and Installing Master , then delivered the customary addresses , and at the conclusion was warmly applauded . The report of the Audit Committee was then received and adopted . Bro . Headon , P . M .,

moved " That a jewel of the value of five guineas be presented to Bro . James Freeman , with the thanks of the brethren , on his resignation of the office of Treasurer , which he has held since the establishment of the lodge . Bro . H . Thompson , P . M . ( "Freemason " ) , seconded the motion , which was put , and carried . Several propositions having- been made , the lodee was closed in due form and

with solemn prayer , and the brethren adjourned to the large hall for the banquet that was to follow . About 150 sat down , the W . M . presiding , supported by the Grand Officers and the newly-initiated brethren , of whom seven were present , some of them having been admitted at a lodge of emergency held a fortnight ago . At the termination of the banquet grace was sung by Miss Jessie Royd

and Messrs . Bernard , Daniel , Morgan , and Bamford . The W . M . said the first toist he had to bring under the notice of the brethren was that of " The Queen . " Masonry and loyalty had ever gone hand in hand , and to show their attachment to the Queen he coupled her name with the Craft . This was followed by the National Anthem , the solo parts by Miss Jessie Royd , and it was enthusiastically applauded . The W . M . next gave " The