Annual Outing Of The Caledonian Lodge, No. 204, Manchester.

ANNUAL OUTING OF THE CALEDONIAN LODGE , No . 204 , MANCHESTER .

Verifying- the proverb , " There ' s nothing succeeds like success , " the members of this lodge achieved an open triumph on Thursday , the 13 th inst ., in bringing their annual outing , or picnic , to a successful termination , making , of course , due allowance for the unwelcome attentions of

Pluvius , who throughout the day » vas most persistent in his efforts to mar the enjoyment of the company , who , however , seemed equally determined on their part to counteract the moistened god's efforts by preventing their spirits being damped as well as their garments . A goodly company , numbering eighty , assembled on the platform at Victoria Station at 9 . 15 . Shortly after the

departure of the train the rain poured down in torrents , and continued throughout the greater part of the day . Skipton being reached , the company proceeded through the quiet old-fashioned town to the Black Horse Hotel , where a substantial luncheon was ready for them , to which ample justice was done . Luncheon being over , an announcement was made that

waggonettes were ready to convey such 01 the company who felt sufficiently heroic to take a thirteen mile drive in the rain to Bolton Abbey . We are pleased to state that seven-eighths of our brothers and sisters , after arraying themselves in waterproofs , and mackintoshes , and arming themselves with umbrellas , ventured to face the rain which unfortunately accompanied them during the entire journey ,

and it would be idle to assert , and unreasonable to suppose that , under such unfavourable circumstances , the grand scenery which caught the eye on all sides , and the ruins of the fine old Abbey , could be viewed with the same amount of pleasure as if the day had been fine ; but as we before remarked , each and all did their utmost to impart a spirit of cheerfulness around them , and make the time pass

p leasantly ; notably , our much esteemed Bro . John R . Lever , whose face at no period in the day wore a saddened appearance , and who did his best to amuse all around him . At twenty minutes to lour the party arrived again at the hotel , and after a little ablutionary exercise sat down to a tea a la fourchettc , which included many of the most appetising viands in season .

When tea was finished , and before the company left the table , the W . M ., Bro . Willia . n Bagnall , rose and said he could not let the opportunity pass without expressing his thanks to the 'brethren , ladies , and gentlemen assembled , for their presence that day , and at the same time , he sincerely regretted the unfavourable state of the weather , which had undoubtedly prevented their enjoying themselves

as they otherwise might have done . To the ladies , especially , Bro . Bagnall said , he , and the members of his lodge , expressed their hearty thanks for being present . It was always a gratifying sight to see ladies with them , and he was on that occasion particularly pleased to see such an assembly of happy and good-looking faces . The party then left the table and visited Skipton

Church and Castle , after which they returned by the S . 15 train to Manchester , arriving at 10 . 50 . It is most satisfactory to record , that although the cost of each ticket was but 13 s . for the day's outing , there will be a net balance of income over the expenditure of £ S 10 s . ; and this sum , together with a smaller balance resulting from last year ' s picnic , is to be applied to the purchase of two votes

For one ot the Masonic Charities . Here is truly a noble example for other lodges to follow . Amongst the company were : Bro . Wm . Bagnall , W . M ., and Mrs . Bagnall ; Bro . John Roberts , P . M ., P . G . A . D . C . East Lane , and Mrs . Roberts ; Bro . T . Shorrock , S . W . ; Bro . H . Paulden , J . W . ; Bro . C . Duckworth , Sec , and Mrs . Duckworth ; Bro . T . Sawer , S . D . ; Bro . J . Cliffe ,

J . D ., and Mrs . Chffe ; Bro . S . Lawton , I . G ., and Mrs . Latvton ; Bro . J . C . Hind , P . M ., and Mrs . Hind ; Bro . T . Fairrie , I . P . M ., and Mrs . Fairrie ; Bro . R . L . Spencer and Mrs . Spencer ; Bro . John Roger Lever , P . M . 317 ; Bro . J . Allison and Mrs . Aliison ; Bro . J . and Mrs . Pass ; Bro . B . and Mrs . Taylor j Bro . J . and Mrs . Parker ; Bro . T . Guest ; Bro . P . D . Apastola ; Bro . Dr . W . Y .

Martin , W . M . 1814 , and Mrs . Martin ; Bro . A . B . Whittaker , I . P . M . 1 G 33 , aud Mrs . Whittaker ; Bro . S . J . Naphtali , 1147 , and Mrs . Naphtali ; Bro . D . Barber and Mrs . Barber ; Bro . and Mrs . Adams ; Bro . E . N . and Mrs . Edgill , Bro . W . and Mrs . Whittle ; Bro . W . Nicholl , P . M . 317 ; Bro . Ishmael Davies , P . M . 1147 ; Bro . T . Stanley , 104 , and Mrs . Stanley ; Bro . C . J . Schofield , W . M . 1219 , and Mrs . Schofield ; Bro . H . and Mrs . Hill ; Bro . E . Smith

317 , and Mrs . Smith ; Bro . R . R . Lisenden , J . D . 317 ( Freemason ) , and Miss Raynor ; Master Albert Bagnall , Master Walter Bagnall , and Miss Bagnall ; Miss Keneen ; Mr . and Mrs . T . Roberts ; Mr . J . I ' . Roberts ; Mr . and Mrs . J . Boulton ; the Misses Edgill ; Dr . Orchard ; Miss Burril ' l ; Miss Paulden ; Miss McMillan ; Mr . Davies ; Mr . Phillips ; Mr . and Mis . C . Griffin ; Mr . and Mrs . Newell ; the Misses Mountain ; and Mr . 1 . W . Mitchell .

The New Church For The Deaf And Dumb At Deptford.

THE NEW CHURCH FOR THE DEAF AND DUMB AT DEPTFORD .

On Saturday , the Sth inst ., took place the ceremony of laying the top stone of the new Church of St . Barnabas , Evelyn-street , Deptford , which has been erected for the spiritual benefit of the deaf and dumb of the locality . This was an opportunity for the VV . M . of the New Cross

Lodge , Bro . W . Cowley , to gather his officers and brethren , and many other brethren of the various lodges of the district , to attend and assist Bro . the Rev . J W . A . Sturdee , Minister of the New Church , in fixing the emblem of Christian faith on the edifice , thus confirming that Masonic sympath y is ever associated with all good works . The church is quite spacious . The chancel can be divided

from the rest b y a screen , in order that the building may be used for meetings , & c . The foundation stone was laid on the 13 th May last , by W . J . Evelyn , Esq ., J . P ., the benevolent donor of the site . This is the second church erected for London ; the foundation stone of the first being laid by our M . W . Grand Master . There are to be three stained-glass

windows , the gracious gift of a most sympathetic lady . The architect is Bro . C . ' N . Mclntire North , of 1559 . At four o ' clock the W . M ., Bro . VV . Cowley , supported hy Bro . D . Rose , P . M ., were in readiness at Saye ' s-Courtgrounds to receive the brethren and their families , which latter being conducted to the museum room , the brethren mustered and proceeded to the church building . I here were present Bros . W . Cowley , VV . M . 1559 ; D .

The New Church For The Deaf And Dumb At Deptford.

Rose , P . M . 73 ; E . H . Thiellay , P . G . S . B . Middx ., P . M . and Treas . 1559 ; T . Grummant , S . W . 1559 ; W . A . R . Harris , W . M . S 71 ; C . Parkfield Coltar , S . W . 1 G 22 ; H . C . Freeman , J . W . 147 ; G . Powell , J . D . 11 S 5 ; D . Smith , 132 O ; J . Faulkner , 1559 ; 1 . Cruft , 1 C 09 ; C . Westail , 1 559 ; VV . Whibley , S 71 ; G . Emblin , 147 ; E . Peacock , 201 ; V T Murche , 1641 ; F . Wild , 1559 ; E . Dunn , 1622 ; C . H . Stone , 1641 ; VV . F . Luckraft , S 71 ; C . Bradley , 1329 ; W . Parker , 97 ; A . Jalgaze , 169 ;

J . D . Graham , 1559 ; Thankfull Sturdee , 147 ; and others . The weather being inclement , letters regretting inability to attend were received from Bros . A . H . Tattershall , P . M . 140 ; H . Roberts , P . M . 79 ; Joseph Clever , P . M . ; C . Woolmer Williams , P . M . ; and others . No Masonic insignia was worn , except the white gloves . None but clergy and brethren were present in the interior of the Church , but a multitude of attendants and

lookerson were outside . A short service having been intoned by the Kev . J . Wells , curate of St . Luke's , Deptford , assisted by the Rev . C . E . York , of Greenwich , and the St . Paul's Church choir in surplices , a hymn , " We love the place of God , " was sung , accompanied by the band of the Royal Hospital Schools , followed by portions of the evening service , and the Collect for St . Barnabas' Day was read . The Rev . J . W . A . STURDEE then ascended to the

top of the structure , and , trowel in hand , cemented the last stone , i . e ., the cross , after which he declared it well and truly laid , which was responded to by " one fire " from the brethren . The band played the National Anthem , whilst the Union Jack , tricoloured , and the Star and Stripes were buoyantly waving together about the scaffoldage . On returning to the brethren , the rev . brother offered a prayer for the success of the church , after which , in his address , he

remarked on the blessings which those present enjoyed in having the use of their tongues and ears , faculties , the use of which many persons were denied . He stated that there were 20 , 000 in the United Kingdom who were deaf and dumb , and that this was the second church erected for the use of those in London ; the other one being situated in Oxford-street , VV ., having been opened by the Prince of Wales . As deaf and dumb persons could not take part in

the service at ordinary churches , it was thought a few years ago that it would be well that special services in significant language should be conducted . By means of the finger and sign language , persons thus afflicted could take part in the service , and they were thus taught Divine worship . He hoped God would raise up men who would carry on the work in the future . None but those who had experienced it could know the feelings of a parent whose child

was born deaf and dumb , and those whose children were not so afflicted should be thankful for the blessing vouchsafed to them by Almighty God . The rev . brother further said that there were 250 deaf and dumb persons in the district out of 2000 in London , and it would be seen that there was great necessity of religious instruction to them . The singing of another hymn ended the ceremony , and the brethren returned to Saye's Court to rejoin their families

and partake of refreshments . 'The success of the new church being very feelingly proposed by Bro . W . Cowley , and responded to enthusiastically , the assemblage then adjourned to the grounds to witness a gymnastic exhibition b y a team of well-trained boys , kindly permitted by Captain Burney , R . N ., C . B ., and they went admirably through the various feats of strength and agility . The company then returned to the hall , and were entertained by an ample programme of instrumental and vocal

music , Bro . Charles Westail , as pianist , assisted by Miss Kate Beck , R . A . M ., Mrs . Westail , R . A . M ., Miss A . M . Boniface , L . A . M ., Miss Chrystall , Miss Marian Abraham , the Misses E . and B . Ephick , Messrs . B . VV . Yaldwin , R . VV . Iverson , and J . Harris , all for benevolence ; at the termination of which , the brethren repaired to the ball room , and for a couple of hours indulged in the terpsichorean art , to the strains cf an excellent quadrille band , Mr . J . P . Croft , M . C . Thus terminated one of the most enjoyable evenings ever spent for the good cause .

Annual Summer Treat For Workhouse Children.

ANNUAL SUMMER TREAT FOR WORKHOUSE CHILDREN .

At the present season of the year , when all who can eagerly snatch a few weeks' , or even days ' , pleasure in the country , or at the seaside , from the busy toil of town life , it is very agreeable to meet with those who have a thought for the many poor and destitute ones to whom

one day's glimpse of the bright iiieldsisan almost unknown pleasure . Such an event occurred on Wednesday last , when 300 children from the Mile End Workhouse were taken for a day ' s trip by rail to that interesting resort , the Rye House . This , we are informed , is the tenth annual trtp which these " Tiny Tims " owe the enjoyment of to Bro . Dr . T . Loane , Medical Officer to the Board of Guardians , who , by

permission of the guardians , and assisted by a few brethren and friends in the locality , has carried on this good work in a highly commendable manner . On their arrival at the pleasant grounds of Mrs . Teale and Son , the youngsters dispersed and found amde objects of enjoyment . Later on a substantial dinner and tea were enjoyed with that zest which outdoor enjoyments

lend to young people . I he boy s band was in the hands of Bro . Froggatt , bandmaster , and discoursed some stirring music both on the way out and home . Availing themselves of an early train for their return , home was safely reached before dark . The interest displayed by many friends was truly gratifying to witness , several ladies accompanying the party as

also did several brethren , to render any assistance the little folks might require . The staff , too , of the workhouse entered heart and soul into the good work , and thereby stamped the occasion as a success . The children were greeted on their approach to home by a grand display of coloured fire by several sympathising neighbours ; and each one must have been glad to seek in their comfortable beds " tired nature's sweet restorer , balmy sleep , " and

to enjoy indulgence of an extra hour or so in bed the following morning , which was so considerately allowed . Great pleasure was derived from the kindness of Mrs . Teale in allowing the use of the barge for trips upon the silver Lea , which was highly enjoyed . We scarcely need add a lusty cheer or two went out from the young people's throats to Bro . Dr . and Mrs . Loane for again giving them so admirable a change in the country .

Obituary.

Obituary .

BRO . MARSHALL WOOD . We much regret to announce the death of the eminent sculptor , Bro . Marshall Wood , which took place at Powis House , Powis-square , Brighton , on the 16 th inst ., immediately after his return from Australia . Bro . Marshall Wood was initiated into Masonry a few years ago in the Lodge of Unions , No . 25 ( 1 . A contemporary states that Bro . Marshall Wood was commissioned by the Colonial Governments to execute statues of Her Majesty for

Montreal , Ottawa , Melbourne , Sydney , and Calcutta . His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales , and also the Princess , honoured Bro . Wood with a sitting for busts . His ideal conceptions included Daphne , Psyche , Hebe , Sappho . Danaia , and Proserpine . The . Cobden statue in Manchester was given to Bro . Wood , after models had been sent in by the late John Foley , R . A ., and Macdowall . His loss will be felt in art circles , both at home and in the colonies .

Funeral Of Bro. The Late Majorgeneral Munbee.

FUNERAL OF BRO . THE LATE MAJORGENERAL MUNBEE .

In our last issue we recorded the death of Major-General Gore Boland Munbec , R . E ., the senior magistrate resident in the town , one of the founders and senior P . M . of the St . Kew Lodge , 1222 , and a leading member of society in Weston-super-Mare for many years past . The remainsof our

gallant brother were interred in the Cemetery on the 20 th inst ., at mid-day . In consideration of his rank and distinguished services both as a military officer and as a member of the Masonic body , the funeral partook of a military and Masonic character , the General having himself expressed a wish that he should be " buried in an unostentatious manner , yet in a manner befitting his rank . "

1 lie cortege lett Highbury-villas , the late residence' of the deceased , at twelve o'clock . A slight shower of rain was falling at the time , but the clouds soon dispersed , and the sun shone out in its glory upon the imposing procession . First came the Weston-super-Mare detachment of the first Gloucestershire Volunteer Engineers ( arms reversed ) , under the command of Capt . Scoones , Capt . Pilgrim ,

Lieut . Matthews , and Lieut , and Hon . Capt . Nunn . Then followed the members of the B Company of the Third Somerset Rifles , bearing thcii arms in a similar position , under the command of Capt . C . E . Whitting , who was accompanied by Hon . Surgeon Hitchins . The united bands of the two Companies , with a detachment from the band of the Nailsea Engineer Corps came nextthe

instru-, ments being craped . These bands alternately played the " Dead March " from the house to the Cemetery . Immediately preceding the Doctor ' s carriage and the funeral car walked the Freemasons . 'Ihe brethren assembled at the Masonic Hall at 10 . 45 , where a short service was held , after which they proceeded to No . 1 .

Glentworthterrace , the residence of Mrs . Cox , who very kindly accommodated them with a large dining room , in which they put on their Masonic clothing . All the members wore ordinary mourning with white kid gloves ; they also carried a sprig of acacia , and crape rosettes were fastened to the aprons and collars .

Preceded by the Tyler , with drawn sword , and the Stewards , the brethren followed according to seniority and rank , the seniors as usual on these occasions being last . Among the brethren present were Bros . G . Yates , W . M . ; E . S . Blundell , P . M ., S . W . ; W . E . Perrett

I . P . M . ; B . Cox , P . M . ; Liidnev Jones , P . M . ; G . Glossop , P . M . ; F . VV . S . Wic ' kstead , J . W . ; Felix Thomas , Treas . ; Sidney Lewis , P . M ., Sec ; G . Gibbons , S . D . ; E . T . Dew , J . D . ; F . S . P . Seale , P . P . G . Chaplain ; W . M . Forty , P . M ., D . C . ; G . H . Perrett and J . Tytherleigh , Stewards ; G . E . Alford . I . G .: W .

Cousins , Tyler ; W . E . Perrett , E . N . Marrh , Theo . Palmer , S . Sellick , J . Gale , W . B . Frampton , W . Beavan , G . B . Fraser , VV . Fisher , H . Bryan , J . E . Hughes , H . Hyssett , S . Norton , VV . Smith , VV . H . Edwards , Major Desmond Adair , 30 ° , C . L . F . Edwards , W . M . 1750 , P . M . 1199 , and P . P . G . J . D . ; VV . Blundell , S 5 S ; Rev . Maunsell Eyre , 141 ; J . Freke Evans ; F . Soars , 2 S 0 ; and E . White , P . M . Royal Sussex , and

P . P . U . S . W . At the Cemetery , the cortege was met by the Rev . A . J . Edmonds , curate of the Parish Church , who led the way into the little chapel where the coffin was deposited by the pall-bearers on the bier which stood in the centre . The chapel was filled by the few relatives and friends of the deceased and Masonic brethren . After the usual portion of the service had been proceeded with , those in the chapel

followed the remains of the deceased to the t-rave , which is situated in a well sheltered spot in the western part of the Cemetery . After the burial service a most touching an eloquent Masonic oration was delivered by Bro . F . S . P . Scale , P . P . Grand Chaplain , vicar of St . John's , Bridgwater . At the conclusion of the oration , the VV . M . said the following sentences : —

"May we be true and faithful , and may we live and die in love ' . " May we profess what is good , and always act agreeably to our profession . " May the Lord bless us and prosper us , Jand may all our good intentions be crowned with success ! " Glory be to God on high ! on earth peace , good will towards men 1 "

'To each of these the brethren responded , " So mote it be . " This portion of the ceremony was closed by the brethren dropping their sprigs of acacia into the grave . Under the command of Captain Scoones , the Volunteers fired three volleys over the grave , the rattle of the cartridges being maintained between each volley upon thedrums . 'flic friends and relations of the deceased having taken a last

look at the coffin , they retraced their steps , the mourners returning home in the coaches , the brethren to their hall to conclude their portion of the ceremony , and the Volunteers to a lively march , proceeded through High Street as far as the Railway Station , where they were dismissed . As a mark of esteem and respect a large number of the

tradesmen put up their shutters , and some thousands of the inhabitants turned out to witness the progress of the procession , and followed it to the Cemetery . At the time of the funeral the bell at the Parish Church was kept tolling and in the evening , at the request of the brethren of St . Kew Lodge , a muffled peal was rung . Flags were hoisted half-mast high at the Townhall , the Parish Church , the College , and other places .