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Freemasonry In The United States.
FREEMASONRY IN THE UNITED STATES .
BROOKLYN , N . Y . Nov . 9 , 1874 . Masonic matters in the " City of Churches " are progressing quietly and harmoniously . All the lodges are in sound condition and with a fair amount of work . At this season of the year each lodge begins the preparation for a
yearly festival to take place during , or shortly before , the holidays . Some of these entertainments are free , and some charge a small admission , and the profit expended for the benefit of the poor . In fact , the custom of holding festivals has come generally in vogue .
Clinton Commandery K . T ., proposed having another grand ball at the Academy of Music , and to eclipse all previous entertainments . This body , about four years ago , gave a small entertainment as an experiment , which exceeded their expectations so far that they have repeated
the same every year , only on a larger scale . If they keep on , necessity will compel them to secure the Prospect or Central Park . Orient . Chapter , 138 , R . A . M ., members are also making extensive preparations for their fifth annual . The Companions admit none but their own
members and ladies . From 8 till 10 a miscellaneous literary and musical programme takes p lace in the chapter-room , then the chairs are removed and the mazy dance reigns supreme until the hour of one or two o ' clock a . m . The tables , which are laden with the luxuries of the
season , are ready when the dance begins , and the companions can adjourn to the supper room at their pleasure . During the month two new lodges have been formed , viz ., the Covenant and Aurora Grata . These bodies , it is said , start out
under the most auspicious circumstances and with some of the best brethren as their stronghold . It is rumoured steps are on foot for new Commandery . So mote it be . A TAX .
Laying The Memorial Stone Of A Masonic Hall At Prescot.
LAYING THE MEMORIAL STONE OF A MASONIC HALL AT PRESCOT .
Another evidence of Masonic vitality in West Lancashire . was given , on Wednesday , the 18 th inst ., when the memorial stone of a new Masonic hall was laid at Prescot , near Liverpool , by Bro . J . T . Hall , P . M . Lodge of Loyalty , with one exception the oldest in the province . The hall
which speedily approaches completion , is being erected by Mr . J . T . Preston , of Wigan . The urgent need for such a place has long been felt by the Masonic brethren in Prescot , and there is no doubt that the building which is now being raised will not only supply what is much wanted
in connection with Masonry in the town and district , but will alio prove ofthe greatest service to the inhabitants generally , as provision is being made . for public as well as Masonic purposes . The new building is situated a little below the Royal Hotel in Derby-street , Prescot , where the
promoters purchased a very excellent piece of freehold land . The tjround-floor front is being fitted up as a bank , having been let to Parr ' s Banking Company , St- Helen ' s , who are about to establish a branch bank in Prescot . At the back the Masonic Hall Company are erecting a
large subscription billiard room , and it is probable there will also be general accommodation for a club . The Masonic lodge room will be above the bank , and the building committee being themselves ** Freemasons , it will no doubt be constructed with all regard to the comfort
and convenience of the lodge . The building , as we have said , is now fast approaching completion , and it was resolved to invite Mr . Hall , the chairman of the company , to lay it . Wednesday week , being the day appointed for the installation of the W . M . of the lodge , it
was wisely agreed that that would also be the most fitting occasion for the ceremony of laying the stone , seeing that there would be a great additional muster of the brethren in the town that day . In spite of the wretched weather there was a good gathering ; and AS the rain fortunately cleared off just before the time fixed for laying the stone , the proceedings were watched
Laying The Memorial Stone Of A Masonic Hall At Prescot.
with much interest by a considerable number of spectators . The brethren and other shareholders and friends assembled at the King ' s Anns Hotel , whence they proceeded to the new building about two o ' clock . Amongst those
present were Bros . J . T . Hall , J . W . J . Fowler , R . Young ( of Liverpool , W . M . elect of the Lodge of Loyalty ) ; H . Fogg , C . Payne , Wynnstay , Ruabon ; J . W . R . Fowler , St . Helen ' s ; W . Tyrer ( solicitor to the Company ; J . Preston , of Wigan ( the builder ); R . D . Simpson ,
Widnes ; J . Vaughan , Liverpool ; W . J amieson , Widnes ; H . Vaughan , Liverpool ; Alfred Smith , J . Kitchen , J . A . Stoddart , & c , Bro . J . W . J . Fowler , P . M ., presented Bro Hall , P . M ., with a very elegant and massive silver trowel , with which to lay the stone . The trowel , he said , had been subscribed for by a
few friends as a mark of esteem and respect for Bro . Hall ; and , in the names of the subscribers , he had very great pleasure in presenting it . The trowel , of Masonic design , bore the following inscription : — " Presented to James Turner Hall , Esq ., Prescot , on the occasion of
his laying the memorial stone of the Prescot Masonic Hall . Nov . 18 , 1874 . " Bro . J . Vaughan on behalf of the builder also presented Bro . Hall with a neat mahogany mallet . A bottle containing an account of the day ' s proceedings , photographs of the chairman of the
company and the officers ofthe Lodge of Loyalty , and a copy of a Liverpool daily paper and the Freemason , was placed in a cavity underneath the stone . Bro- Hall having adjusted it in its place , briefly addressed the company . He
said—Gentlemen , as Chairman of the Prescot Masonic Hall Co ., I have had very great pleasure in laying the Memorial Stone of this Hall , and perhaps I may be permitted to express my gratificationand , I am sure you will all be equally gratified at seeing the work progressing so rapidly , and
so satisfactorily . As an old Freemason I may say that , I look upon this Hall as the inaguration of a new spirit of progress of our ancient Order , and I am glad to see that it is so well supported . Prescot , as you all know , is one of the most ancient towns in Lancashire . Perhaps
it may be doubted whether its progress hitherto has been quite in keeping with its antiquity , but I if you will look around you will see there is at present , at all events , a desire on the part of Prescot people to progress . Handsome buildings are being erected , watch manufactories
in various parts ,, and extensive collienesjare being worked and several other important ones are shortly expected to be in operation , I think and therefore it may be fairly expected that owing to the progress now going on , Prescot is really going to be a very important district . In conclusion I
beg to thank you for the honour you have conferred upon me in allowing me to lay the memorial stone of this building- I must also thank the subscribers for the very handsome trowel which has been presented for the
purpose , and I also have to thank Mr . Preston , the contractor , for the mallet presented on the occasion ( applause . ) A heart } cheer having been given for the Masonic Hall and for the chairman of the
company , the proceedings terminated . INSTALLATION or W . M . ELECT . The brethren having returned to the King ' s Arms Hotel , the lodge was opened by Bro . J . W . R . Fowler , P . M ., in the unavoidable temporary absence of Bro . H . Scott , W . M ., who
was subsequently present . The following other officers and brothers were in their places * . — Bros . J . T . Hall , P . M . ; It . Young . S . W ., ( VV . M . elect ); W . Tyrer , J . W . ; J . W . J . Fowler , P . M ., Treas ., P . P . G . A . D . C . ; J . Vaughan , S . D . ; J . V . De Denne , J . D . ; R . D . Simpson , D . C ; H .
Vaughan , I . G . ; Coward , 7 y ler ; C . Paine ; W Jamieson ; A . Tebbuttj J . W . Carlile ; J Kitchen ; J . A . Stoddart ; H . Fogg ; T . J Tyrer ; A . Smith ; W . Shortis , P . M . 724 ; W Holme ; W . M . Jackson ; A . T . Galloway ; A
Borthwick ; and F . Smith . The visitors included the names of Bros . A . Bucknall , 667 and 1473 ; A . Fraser , 226 ; J . Preston , 178 ; J . K . Cook , P . M . 178 ; & c . Bro . Reginald Young was installed W . M . for the ensuing year by Bro . Fowler . The follow-
Laying The Memorial Stone Of A Masonic Hall At Prescot.
ing were subsequentl y invested officers : —Bros . H . Scott , I . P . M . ; W . Tyrer , S . W . ; J . Vaughan , Sec . ; J . Van de Denne , S . D . ; H . Vaughan , J . D . ; A . T . Galloway , I . G . ; A . Tebbutt , S . S . ; W . M . Jackson , J . S . ; J . T . Hall , P . M ., D . C . ;
A . Stoddart , Org .: and Coward , Tyler . After the close of the lodge the brethren met together at a banquet , admirably served by Mrs . Lloyd , the hostess ofthe '"King ' s Arms . " Bro . Young , W . M ., presided , and there was a large attendance . The menu cards were elegantly lithographed and mounted with photographic
portraits of the newly appointed officers of the lodge and also of Bro . T . J . Hall , as the chairman of the Masonic Hall Company . The usual loyal and Masonic toasts were honoured and a most enjoyable evening was spent . During the proceedings a P . M . ' s jewel was presented to I . P . M . Scott as a mark of fraternal regard and esteem .
The Re-Opening Of Swanscombe Church.
THE RE-OPENING OF SWANSCOMBE CHURCH .
Notwithstanding that Saturday last presented a dull autumn morning , a large congregation almost filled the ancient and historic church of Swanscombe on the occasion of its re-opening and restoration . We understand that almost desperate efforts have been made by the builder ,
( Mr . W . Gumbrell , of Dartford ) to complete the work before the day of re-opening , but sufficient time does not seem to have been allowed ; at any rate , there were obvious indications that finishing touches had yet to be put to various parts of the edifice—particularly as respected the eastern window and front elevation of the new
entrance porch . The nave , side aisles , and tower have been restored at the expense of Prof . Erasmus Wilson , F . R . S ., the eminent surgeon , of Henrietta Street , Cavendish Square , who formerly resided in this neighbourhood , and who is
a contributor of something like £ 2 , 000 . Messrs . White Bros ., cement manufacturers , have , we are informed , given some s £±$ o towards £ 900 for the chancel ; and the Freemasons have added £ 200 , for the construction of the new porch in honour of Professor Wilson . The archichect
is Jabez Bignall , Esq ., of London ; and Mr . Saunders was clerk of the works . There is a new , handsome pointed , oak roof , taking the place of a modern and unsightly flat , and the work of restoration has occupied about eighteen months . The nave was opened for divine
service in June last . Besides gifts of money , many friends have made presents to the building , in the shape of stained glass windows , & c . A handsome iron-railed tomb has been added for Prof . Wilson ' s family . The interior aspect of the structure is entirely changed—it seems to
have lost almost every vestige of that exceeding antiquity which formerly characterised * it ; but its dilapidation was extreme—it was quite in ruins , without foundations , with the roofs falling in , and the walls crumbling to pieces , rendering the work of restoration
exceedingly difficult , — and we are told that the greatest care was exercised in the renewal , a conservative principle being strictly preserved , as far as practicable , throughout . The flooring has been repaved and underpinned .
Matting was laid from the roadway to the entrance to render the passage comfortable . Mr . T . H . Jarvis officiated at the organ at the morning service . Both the the architect and builder have been highly commended for the manner in which the works
have been earned out . The sermon was a most impressive one , delivered by the Right Rev . the Lord Bishop of Rochester , who discoursed on the text—Psalm lxix , v . 9 , " For the " zeal of Thine house hath
eaten me up . " At the luncheon , after the usual toasts , the Rev . T . Blackburn gave " The Architect . " It was almost the toast ofthe occasion—the health
of him under whom the church had been restored . He thought it was only on account of being in charge of an ecclesiastical parish which was the daughter of this parish that he had been called on to propose this toast , for he was unable to talk to them of the architectural points of the edifice . Of all persons engaged in the
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Freemasonry In The United States.
FREEMASONRY IN THE UNITED STATES .
BROOKLYN , N . Y . Nov . 9 , 1874 . Masonic matters in the " City of Churches " are progressing quietly and harmoniously . All the lodges are in sound condition and with a fair amount of work . At this season of the year each lodge begins the preparation for a
yearly festival to take place during , or shortly before , the holidays . Some of these entertainments are free , and some charge a small admission , and the profit expended for the benefit of the poor . In fact , the custom of holding festivals has come generally in vogue .
Clinton Commandery K . T ., proposed having another grand ball at the Academy of Music , and to eclipse all previous entertainments . This body , about four years ago , gave a small entertainment as an experiment , which exceeded their expectations so far that they have repeated
the same every year , only on a larger scale . If they keep on , necessity will compel them to secure the Prospect or Central Park . Orient . Chapter , 138 , R . A . M ., members are also making extensive preparations for their fifth annual . The Companions admit none but their own
members and ladies . From 8 till 10 a miscellaneous literary and musical programme takes p lace in the chapter-room , then the chairs are removed and the mazy dance reigns supreme until the hour of one or two o ' clock a . m . The tables , which are laden with the luxuries of the
season , are ready when the dance begins , and the companions can adjourn to the supper room at their pleasure . During the month two new lodges have been formed , viz ., the Covenant and Aurora Grata . These bodies , it is said , start out
under the most auspicious circumstances and with some of the best brethren as their stronghold . It is rumoured steps are on foot for new Commandery . So mote it be . A TAX .
Laying The Memorial Stone Of A Masonic Hall At Prescot.
LAYING THE MEMORIAL STONE OF A MASONIC HALL AT PRESCOT .
Another evidence of Masonic vitality in West Lancashire . was given , on Wednesday , the 18 th inst ., when the memorial stone of a new Masonic hall was laid at Prescot , near Liverpool , by Bro . J . T . Hall , P . M . Lodge of Loyalty , with one exception the oldest in the province . The hall
which speedily approaches completion , is being erected by Mr . J . T . Preston , of Wigan . The urgent need for such a place has long been felt by the Masonic brethren in Prescot , and there is no doubt that the building which is now being raised will not only supply what is much wanted
in connection with Masonry in the town and district , but will alio prove ofthe greatest service to the inhabitants generally , as provision is being made . for public as well as Masonic purposes . The new building is situated a little below the Royal Hotel in Derby-street , Prescot , where the
promoters purchased a very excellent piece of freehold land . The tjround-floor front is being fitted up as a bank , having been let to Parr ' s Banking Company , St- Helen ' s , who are about to establish a branch bank in Prescot . At the back the Masonic Hall Company are erecting a
large subscription billiard room , and it is probable there will also be general accommodation for a club . The Masonic lodge room will be above the bank , and the building committee being themselves ** Freemasons , it will no doubt be constructed with all regard to the comfort
and convenience of the lodge . The building , as we have said , is now fast approaching completion , and it was resolved to invite Mr . Hall , the chairman of the company , to lay it . Wednesday week , being the day appointed for the installation of the W . M . of the lodge , it
was wisely agreed that that would also be the most fitting occasion for the ceremony of laying the stone , seeing that there would be a great additional muster of the brethren in the town that day . In spite of the wretched weather there was a good gathering ; and AS the rain fortunately cleared off just before the time fixed for laying the stone , the proceedings were watched
Laying The Memorial Stone Of A Masonic Hall At Prescot.
with much interest by a considerable number of spectators . The brethren and other shareholders and friends assembled at the King ' s Anns Hotel , whence they proceeded to the new building about two o ' clock . Amongst those
present were Bros . J . T . Hall , J . W . J . Fowler , R . Young ( of Liverpool , W . M . elect of the Lodge of Loyalty ) ; H . Fogg , C . Payne , Wynnstay , Ruabon ; J . W . R . Fowler , St . Helen ' s ; W . Tyrer ( solicitor to the Company ; J . Preston , of Wigan ( the builder ); R . D . Simpson ,
Widnes ; J . Vaughan , Liverpool ; W . J amieson , Widnes ; H . Vaughan , Liverpool ; Alfred Smith , J . Kitchen , J . A . Stoddart , & c , Bro . J . W . J . Fowler , P . M ., presented Bro Hall , P . M ., with a very elegant and massive silver trowel , with which to lay the stone . The trowel , he said , had been subscribed for by a
few friends as a mark of esteem and respect for Bro . Hall ; and , in the names of the subscribers , he had very great pleasure in presenting it . The trowel , of Masonic design , bore the following inscription : — " Presented to James Turner Hall , Esq ., Prescot , on the occasion of
his laying the memorial stone of the Prescot Masonic Hall . Nov . 18 , 1874 . " Bro . J . Vaughan on behalf of the builder also presented Bro . Hall with a neat mahogany mallet . A bottle containing an account of the day ' s proceedings , photographs of the chairman of the
company and the officers ofthe Lodge of Loyalty , and a copy of a Liverpool daily paper and the Freemason , was placed in a cavity underneath the stone . Bro- Hall having adjusted it in its place , briefly addressed the company . He
said—Gentlemen , as Chairman of the Prescot Masonic Hall Co ., I have had very great pleasure in laying the Memorial Stone of this Hall , and perhaps I may be permitted to express my gratificationand , I am sure you will all be equally gratified at seeing the work progressing so rapidly , and
so satisfactorily . As an old Freemason I may say that , I look upon this Hall as the inaguration of a new spirit of progress of our ancient Order , and I am glad to see that it is so well supported . Prescot , as you all know , is one of the most ancient towns in Lancashire . Perhaps
it may be doubted whether its progress hitherto has been quite in keeping with its antiquity , but I if you will look around you will see there is at present , at all events , a desire on the part of Prescot people to progress . Handsome buildings are being erected , watch manufactories
in various parts ,, and extensive collienesjare being worked and several other important ones are shortly expected to be in operation , I think and therefore it may be fairly expected that owing to the progress now going on , Prescot is really going to be a very important district . In conclusion I
beg to thank you for the honour you have conferred upon me in allowing me to lay the memorial stone of this building- I must also thank the subscribers for the very handsome trowel which has been presented for the
purpose , and I also have to thank Mr . Preston , the contractor , for the mallet presented on the occasion ( applause . ) A heart } cheer having been given for the Masonic Hall and for the chairman of the
company , the proceedings terminated . INSTALLATION or W . M . ELECT . The brethren having returned to the King ' s Arms Hotel , the lodge was opened by Bro . J . W . R . Fowler , P . M ., in the unavoidable temporary absence of Bro . H . Scott , W . M ., who
was subsequently present . The following other officers and brothers were in their places * . — Bros . J . T . Hall , P . M . ; It . Young . S . W ., ( VV . M . elect ); W . Tyrer , J . W . ; J . W . J . Fowler , P . M ., Treas ., P . P . G . A . D . C . ; J . Vaughan , S . D . ; J . V . De Denne , J . D . ; R . D . Simpson , D . C ; H .
Vaughan , I . G . ; Coward , 7 y ler ; C . Paine ; W Jamieson ; A . Tebbuttj J . W . Carlile ; J Kitchen ; J . A . Stoddart ; H . Fogg ; T . J Tyrer ; A . Smith ; W . Shortis , P . M . 724 ; W Holme ; W . M . Jackson ; A . T . Galloway ; A
Borthwick ; and F . Smith . The visitors included the names of Bros . A . Bucknall , 667 and 1473 ; A . Fraser , 226 ; J . Preston , 178 ; J . K . Cook , P . M . 178 ; & c . Bro . Reginald Young was installed W . M . for the ensuing year by Bro . Fowler . The follow-
Laying The Memorial Stone Of A Masonic Hall At Prescot.
ing were subsequentl y invested officers : —Bros . H . Scott , I . P . M . ; W . Tyrer , S . W . ; J . Vaughan , Sec . ; J . Van de Denne , S . D . ; H . Vaughan , J . D . ; A . T . Galloway , I . G . ; A . Tebbutt , S . S . ; W . M . Jackson , J . S . ; J . T . Hall , P . M ., D . C . ;
A . Stoddart , Org .: and Coward , Tyler . After the close of the lodge the brethren met together at a banquet , admirably served by Mrs . Lloyd , the hostess ofthe '"King ' s Arms . " Bro . Young , W . M ., presided , and there was a large attendance . The menu cards were elegantly lithographed and mounted with photographic
portraits of the newly appointed officers of the lodge and also of Bro . T . J . Hall , as the chairman of the Masonic Hall Company . The usual loyal and Masonic toasts were honoured and a most enjoyable evening was spent . During the proceedings a P . M . ' s jewel was presented to I . P . M . Scott as a mark of fraternal regard and esteem .
The Re-Opening Of Swanscombe Church.
THE RE-OPENING OF SWANSCOMBE CHURCH .
Notwithstanding that Saturday last presented a dull autumn morning , a large congregation almost filled the ancient and historic church of Swanscombe on the occasion of its re-opening and restoration . We understand that almost desperate efforts have been made by the builder ,
( Mr . W . Gumbrell , of Dartford ) to complete the work before the day of re-opening , but sufficient time does not seem to have been allowed ; at any rate , there were obvious indications that finishing touches had yet to be put to various parts of the edifice—particularly as respected the eastern window and front elevation of the new
entrance porch . The nave , side aisles , and tower have been restored at the expense of Prof . Erasmus Wilson , F . R . S ., the eminent surgeon , of Henrietta Street , Cavendish Square , who formerly resided in this neighbourhood , and who is
a contributor of something like £ 2 , 000 . Messrs . White Bros ., cement manufacturers , have , we are informed , given some s £±$ o towards £ 900 for the chancel ; and the Freemasons have added £ 200 , for the construction of the new porch in honour of Professor Wilson . The archichect
is Jabez Bignall , Esq ., of London ; and Mr . Saunders was clerk of the works . There is a new , handsome pointed , oak roof , taking the place of a modern and unsightly flat , and the work of restoration has occupied about eighteen months . The nave was opened for divine
service in June last . Besides gifts of money , many friends have made presents to the building , in the shape of stained glass windows , & c . A handsome iron-railed tomb has been added for Prof . Wilson ' s family . The interior aspect of the structure is entirely changed—it seems to
have lost almost every vestige of that exceeding antiquity which formerly characterised * it ; but its dilapidation was extreme—it was quite in ruins , without foundations , with the roofs falling in , and the walls crumbling to pieces , rendering the work of restoration
exceedingly difficult , — and we are told that the greatest care was exercised in the renewal , a conservative principle being strictly preserved , as far as practicable , throughout . The flooring has been repaved and underpinned .
Matting was laid from the roadway to the entrance to render the passage comfortable . Mr . T . H . Jarvis officiated at the organ at the morning service . Both the the architect and builder have been highly commended for the manner in which the works
have been earned out . The sermon was a most impressive one , delivered by the Right Rev . the Lord Bishop of Rochester , who discoursed on the text—Psalm lxix , v . 9 , " For the " zeal of Thine house hath
eaten me up . " At the luncheon , after the usual toasts , the Rev . T . Blackburn gave " The Architect . " It was almost the toast ofthe occasion—the health
of him under whom the church had been restored . He thought it was only on account of being in charge of an ecclesiastical parish which was the daughter of this parish that he had been called on to propose this toast , for he was unable to talk to them of the architectural points of the edifice . Of all persons engaged in the