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p P . G . S . B . ; W . Chamberlain , P . M . 14 S 2 ; J . Fitzgerald , I . P . M . 242 J J . Reed , P . M . 207 S j W . Staniland , 701 , P . P . G . S . B . ; C . Goldthorpe ; H . Burtonshaw , 14 S 2 , P . G . O . ; W . Turner , 242 j H . F . Hanson , J . D . 242 j J . M . Behrendt , W . M . 1482 j and C . Fox , J . W . 142 S . The lodge having been opened , the W . M . elect , Bro . S . H . C Ashlin , was duly installed into the chair of K . S .

by Bro . Peace , I . P . M ., the other brethren taking part being Bros . Staniland , Staniforth , and Constable . The W . M . invested his officers as follows : Bros . J . H . Bletcher , I . P . M . ; ] . Constable , S . W . ; G . Kenyon , J . W . ; A . L . Peace , P . M ., Treas . j W . P . Robotham , Sec . j Rev . J . J . Littlewood , Chaplain ; W . Martin , S . D . ; A . Goodhind , J . D . J C . W . Darley , Org . ; H . A . Fenton , D . C . j T .

Livingstone , Almoner j T . Barber , I . G . j F . T . Turner , Stwd . ; and F . Pine , Tyler . Bro . Burtonshaw ably presided at the organ , and Bro . F . Webb gave beautiful effect to the solo , " Be thou faithful . " After the installation the brethren adjourned to the Town Hall , where a splendid banquet was prepared by Mrs . Marot ( sister of Bro . Maskell ) , when the usual loyal and Masonic toasts were ably given and responded to .

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Royal Arch .

Lion and Lamb Chapter ( No . 192 ) . —A meeting of this chapter was held on Wednesday , the 21 st inst ., at the City Terminus Hotel , Cannon-street , when there were present Comps . Henry Hughes , M . E . Z . ; W . R . Dixon , H . j Dr . W . A . Dingle , J . j George Kenning ,

P . Z ., Treas .,- Charles Arkell , P . Z ., S . E . j F . D . R . Copestick , P . Z ., P . S . j Thomas Cohu , P . Z ., D . C . j John Taylor , P . Z . j T . S . Holland , P . Z . ; and George Grant . Visitors : Comps . G , H . Fisher , 14 S 9 , and Joseph Copestick .

The minutes of the last convocation were read and confirmed . The officers for the ensuing year were elected as follows : Comps . W . R . Dixon , Z . ; Dr . W . A . Dingle , H . ; William Hawes , J . ; George Kenning , P . Z ., Treas . j Charles Arkell , P . Z ., S . E . ; D . R . Crowe , S . N . ; John Taylor , P . Z ., P . S . ; Read , ist A . S . ; Marke , 2 nd A . S . ; Thomas Cohu , P . Z ., D . C . j and Marsh , Janitor . Arrangements for the audit meeting were made . The companions afterwards adjourned to a dinner .

St . Martin ' s-le-Grand Chapter ( No . 153 S ) . —There was a good attendance at the installation meeting of this chapter at the Guildhall Tavern , Greshamstreet , E . C , on Friday , the 16 th inst . The members included Comps . R . C . Leversedge , M . E . Z . j M . J . Mumford , H ., M . E . Z . electj H . P . Hay , J . ; Major W . E . Williams , P . Z ., Treas . ; G . Gregory , P . Z ., S . E . ; P . T .

Estler , P . S . ; M . F . Roberts , ist A . S . ; F . Williams , P . Z . j J . Hooper , P . Z . ; J . P . Parkes , P . Z . ; C . Woolmer Williams , W . Chart , W . Kipps , J . W . Hall , and others . Visitors : Comps . T . C Edmonds , P . Z . 1507 ; W . J . Ferguson , P . Z . 1065 j C . W . Dommitt , P . Z . 1397 , * VV . W . Lee , 1524 ; E . Daoust , 2060 ; and others . The chapter was opened , the minutes confirmed , and the

report of the Audit Committee adopted . Comp . Capt . E . M . Money , P . Z . 2 S , was unanimously elected a joining member . Bro . W . H . E . Stone , 20 S 7 , having been approved by ballot , was exalted into Royal Arch Masonry . The following Principals were installed into their respective chairs : Comps . M . J . Mumford , M . E . Z ., and H . P . Hay , H . Comp . H . G . Hale , J . elect , was unavoidably absent .

The other officers for the year are Comps . Major W . E . Williams , Treas . ; G . Gregory , P . Z ., S . E . j P . T . Estler , S . N . ; M . F . Roberts , P . S . ; J . Jenkins , 1 st A . S . j H . H . Woodroffe , 2 nd A . S . j and Ives , Janitor . A Past Principal's jewel was presented to Comp . Leversedge , I . P . Z ., in recognition of his services to the chapter , and was suitably acknowledged . The chapter was closed ,

and the companions adjourned to banquet . The usual toasts were afterwards cordially given . "The Health of the M . E . Z . " was given by Comp . Leversedge , I . P . Z ., who remarked that those who knew Comp . Mumford , the M . E . Z ., would know he was the right man in the right place , and as he had done so well when occupying the other chairs , there was no doubt he would also

do well during the forthcoming year as their First Principal . Comp . M . J . Mumford , M . E . Z ., returned sincere thanks for the hearty way in which the toast of his health had been received . He was pleased to be amongst them and to be surrounded by so many companions . He could not quite endorse all the l . P . Z . had said , but he could say that he had always tried in the various offices to do his best . He

had not shone that night as he would like to shine , but he knew they , would forgive him . During the coming year he would endeavour to do the work to their satisfaction . The M . E . Z . then gave "The Installing P . Z ., " and said he was very much impressed with the manner in which Comp . Williams , P . Z ., performed tbe ceremonies , and as that companion was always ready to assist them when

required , the members would heartily drink to his long life and happiness . Comp . Woolmer Williams , P . Z ., said he felt flattered at the reception of the toast . Having been one of the founders , he naturally took a great interest in the welfare of the chapter , and was only too pleased to be allowed the privilege of assisting . It was indeed a privilege to be allowed

to do any work in a chapter so well known for its working . Comp . R . C . Leversedge , I . P . Z ., replied for "The 1 . Z . 's , " and returned thanks for himself and colleagues . It was always the wish of the Past Principals to do all they could ^ for the chapter to which they belonged , and the M . E . Z . could rely upon their hearty co-operation and assistance in everything conducive to its success and

prosperity . " fhe Exaltee " having been honoured , " The Treasurer and S . E . " was cordially given by the M . E . Z . Comp . W . E . Williams , Treas ., said it was a great pride to him to occupy the post of Treasurer . From the formation of the chapter , 10 or it years ago , there had been but one feeling , that of unanimity and good-will , which he hoped would long continue . As long as he was spared he

hoped to continue to be their Treasurer , and receive the kind reception accorded him that evening . Comp . George Gregory , P . Z ., S . E ., said it was pleasant at all times to hear the kind manner in which his name was coupled with that toast . ' He had endeavoured to do his 'evel best to maintain the prestige of that chapter , and he somewhat flattered himself they had succeeded . It was always a pleasure to be amongst the companions , because

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he felt at home , having been the first exaltee , and having had the honour of passing the principal chair twice , and since that he had received their confidence and been placed in the position of S . E . He always did the best he could for the chapter , and so long as he enjoyed their confidence and was elected to the office , it would be a pleasure to serve them to the best of his ability . " The Visitors " was given , and cordially acknowledged , and the Janitor's toast concluded a pleasant evening .

Covent Garden Chapter ( No . i 6 i 4 ) .-The in stallation meeting of this successful chapter took place at the Criterion , Piccadilly Circus , on the ijthinst ., when there were present Comps . S . Hewett , M . E . Z . j J . Coltart , acting as H . ; F . Kedge , J . j CO . Burgess , Treas . j G . Reynolds , Scribe E . ; W . Hancock , P . S . " ; J . J . Woolley , acting as ist A . S . ; G . Stacey , Organist ; C . W . Frommholz ,

Stwd . ; R . F . Potter , Janitor ; J . C . Blyth , J . B . Grieve , J . D . Graham , G . Foan , H . G . Walker , A . L . Bullen , G . Bond , VV . Hoggins , J . Rowe , W . J . Thrussell , A . Mella , F . J . Hansen , T . A . Dickson , J . Woodward , and others . Visitors : Comps . James J . Woolley , M . E . Z . 2191 ; G . R . Langley , M . E . Z . 132 G j W . Groves , S . N . 507 j A . VVilson , S . N . SSgj W . Kedge , 177 j George H . Reynolds , 1326 ;

F . J ackson , 1326 ; F . W . Buxton , 1321 ; and H . W . Buxton , 1321 . The minutes of the last convocation were read and confirmed . Bros . A . Mella , 2191 ; T . A . Dickson , 1614 ; and F . J . Hansen , 1614 and 2191 , were duly balloted for , approved , and exalted into Royal Arch Masonry . Comps . John Coltart , M . E . Z . elect , and F . Kedge , H . elect , were

inducted into their respective chairs by Comp . G . R . Langley , M . E . Z . 1326 , who acted as J . elect in the unavoidable absence of Comp . J . Skinner through illness . The following are the officers for the ensuing year : Comps . S . Hewett , l . P . Z . ; C . O . Burgess , Treas . ; G . Reynolds , Scribe E . ; W . Hancock , S . N . ; G . Coleman , P . S . ; W . Clarke , ist A . S . ; C . VV . Frommholz , 2 nd A . S . ; E .

Jacobs , D . C ; G . Stacey , Org . j J . W . Elvin , Stwd . j and R . F . Potter , Janitor . Comp . C . O . Burgess , Treas ., read the report of the Audit Committee , and , on the motion of Comp . F . Kedge , H ., seconded by Comp . G . H . Foan , was accepted and adopted . The M . E . Z . proposed that a hearty vote of thanks be recorded on the minutes to Comp . G . R . Langley , M . E . Z . 132 G , for the great services he had

rendered to the chapter that evening by his kind assistance at the installation . He would always be made welcome amongst the companions . This was seconded by the I . P . Z ., and carried unanimously . Comp . G . R . Langley returned thanks for the great compliment paid him , and assured the companions of the chapter that anything he could do for the prosperity of the chapter would give him great

pleasure . The M . E . Z ., in a few'kind and chosen words presented Comp . S . Hewett with a very handsome Past Principal ' s jewel , and in acknowledging the same the l . P . Z . thanked the companions for their confidence in him , and assured them he should always have the prosperity of the chapter at heart . He was their first M . E . Z ., and he was proud of the jewel and the success of the chapter , 20

brethren having been exalted during his year of office . He was under great obligation to Comp . Cox and several other companions for their assistance , not forgetting Comps . G . R . Langley and J . J . Woolley . The chapter was then closed , and the companions adjourned to a sumptuous banquet , provided for them in the Prince's Room , where Bro . Bertini , the courteous manager

( assisted by Bro . Aubenal ) , was there to receive them . The usual toasts were heartily honoured , and the M . E . Z . in responding to his health , assured the companions he felt highly honoured for the proud position they had placed him in , and would not only endeavour to do his work satisfactorily , but have the prosperity of the chapter at heart . The Exaltees said they had been delighted with the

work , and it afforded them great pleasure to be amongst so many companions whom they knew . The toast of "The Visitors" was drunk with great enthusiasm , and was replied to by all , Comp . Langley assuring the companions that he had been delighted to be with them that evening , which had proved most enjoyable to all .

The I . P . Z ., in replying to the toast of his health , said that he much appreciated the kindness of the companions in placing him as their first M . E . Z . It had been cne of the happiest times of his life in Masonry , and as for the very beautiful jewel which had been presented to him , he should always value and wear it , more especially as it was the first . He had performed his work to the best of his ability , and it

was a pleasure to know that during his year of office 20 companions had been exalted into Royal Arch Masonry in this chapter . The toast of "The Officers" was replied to by Comps . Burgess , Treas ., and G . Reynolds , S . E ., who said that it was a great pleasure to feel and to know that the chapter for the first year had been so successful . It was a reward

for all labour . There were more brethren who had promised to be exalted into the chapter , and no doubt the M . E . Z . would have a good year . The number of companions now in the chapter that evening had been raised to 42 , which was a good commencement . He trusted all would work harmoniously together for its further success . He wished to thank many companions , not only in

the chapter but outside , for the very kind assistance given him in helping him to carry out the duties of Scribe E . The Janitor ' s toast brought the proceedings to a happy conclusion . The musical arrangements were under the direction of Comp . Herbert Schartau , assisted by Miss Jones and several companions , which gave great satisfaction . The jewel was manufactured by Comp . George Kenning .

Mark Masonry.

Mark Masonry .

JERSEY . Csesarean Lodge ( No . 74 ) . —This old and very flourishing lodge held its regular quarterly meeting at the Masonic Temple , Stopford-road , St . Helier's , on VVednesday , the 21 st inst . This being the night for the election of W . M . for the ensuing 12 months , the brethren

attended numerously , despite the unpropitious weather . Bro . Peter Bois , W . M ., presided , supported by Bros . Thos . Stone , P . M ., acting I . P . M . ( in the unavoidable absence of Bro . Col . E . C . Malet de Carteret , the I . P . M . for the time being ); F . J . Godfray , S . W . j Chas . Marette , J . W . j P . G . Hamilton . M . O . ; L . P . Hespiradoux , P . M ., S . O . j

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Rev . 0 . M . Holden , J . O . j W . T . Pugsley , Treas . j J . W . Hamling , Sec . ; Capt . J . C . Barett , S . D . ; H . M . Godfray , J . D . ; C . H . Wilson , Org . ; Samuel Gilley , I . G . j Geo . Rogers , Tyler j J . F . Le Sauvage , Capt . E . Chas . Malet de Carteret , Dr . A . E . Hind , W . Gosling , H . Mather , E . L . Bisson , O . Dodge , P . M . j J . O . Le Sueur , P . M . j A . Harley , J . Ii . Hamon , Wm . Stall , E . H . Drake ,

P . F . Le Boutiilier , and-C L . Brodhurst . Visitors : Bros . Rev . O . M . Holden , 55 j H . N . McKean , United Service Lodge ; and others . The minutes of the previous quarterly meeting having been read and confirmed , the ballot was taken for Bro . A . Baudoux , 244 , for advancement , but , from unavoidable causes , both he and Bro . Capt . Withington , 8 77 , a candidate previously accepted , were prevented from attending .

The Secretary informed the brethren that during the last five years that was the only night they had had no work . The next business being to elect a VV . M ., Treasurer , and Tyler , Bro . F . J . Godfray , S . VV ., was unanimously elected VV . M . ; Bro . W . T . Pugsley , P . M ., re-elected 1 " reasurer ; and Bro . G . Rogers re-elected Tyler . Bros . H . M .

Godfray and E . Le Sueur were elected Auditors for the year . After some further business , the lodge was closed . The brethren then adjourned to the festive board . The VV . M . presided , and the usual loyal and Mark toasts were duly honoured . The Tyler ' s toast brought a very profitable and pleasurable evening to a close .

Lodges And Chapters Of Instruction.

Lodges and Chapters of Instruction .

NEPTUNE LODGE ( No . 22 ) . — A meeting was held on Monday , the 26 th inst ., at the Gauden Hotel , Clapham , when there were present Bros . King , W . M . ; Evans , S . VV . ; Russell , J . W . j Westley , Preceptor and Treas . j Poole , acting as Sec . j Livett , S . D . j Cheese , J . D . ; Balcombe , I . G . j Weeks , Tyler j Cochrane , Rankin , Ellson , and Windsor .

The lodge was opened in due form , and the minutes of the last meeting read and confirmed . The ceremony of initiation being announced , and BrO . Rankin having offered himself as a candidate , was initiated . The ceremony of passing being announced , Bro . Cochrane having offered himself as a candidate , and having answered the usual questions , was entrusted . The lodge was opened

in the Second Degree . The ist Section of the Lecture was worked by Bro . Westley . Bro . Cochrane was passed to the Second Degree . The lodge was resumed to the First Degree . The VV . M . rose for the first time , and the dues were collected . The W . M . rose for the second time , and Bro . Lyell was elected W . M . for the next meeting . The W . M . rose for the third time , and the lodge was closed .

CLARENCE LODGE i ( No . 263 ) . —The usual weekly meeting was held on Thursday , the 22 nd inst ., at IA , Fitzroy-square , when the following brethren were present : Bros . D . G . Imlay , W . M . j H . S . Wellcome , S . W . j J . Corp , J . W . j W . fl . Kirby , Preceptor j W . Baker , Sec j H . Tatton-Sykes , S . D . j Morris B . Evans , J . D . j A . Leighton , I . G . j H . Sadler , F . T , Rushton , A . Edwards ,

and J . Hart . Visitor : Bro . A . J . Richmond , 1457 . The lodge was opened in due form , and the minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed . The ceremony of initiation was rehearsed , Bro . J . Hart offering himself as candidate . The charge was delivered by Bro . J . Corp , J . W . fhe lodge was opened in the Second Degree , Brn . H . Sadler then worked the 2 nd Section of the Second

Lecture . Bro . A . J . Richmond was proposed and seconded as a joining member . Bro . F . T . Rushton was unanimously elected W . M . for the next meeting , and appointed his officers in rotation , and announced that the work would be the second ceremony , explanation of the tracing board , and the ist and 2 nd Sections of the First Lecture . The lodge was then closed .

PRINCE FREDERICK WILLIAM LODGE ( No . 753 ) . —A meeting was held on the 20 th inst ., at the Eagle Tavern , Clifton-road , Maida Vale , when there were present Bros . E . S . White , VV . M . j W . P . Clark , S . VV . ; W . T . Dillon , J . W . j G . Wood , P . M ., Preceptorj VV . J . Stratton , P . M ., Treas . j J . J . Thomas , P . M ., Sec ; R . Board , S . D . ; G . A . Duke , J . D . ; J . Potter , I . G . ; C . Stallibrass ,

Stwd . j R . H . Dillon , P . M . 1567 j R . Corry , G . V . Wood , J . H . Gluckstein , VV . R . Playford , J . Hutchings , W . Parsons , C . Coleman , W . Chappie , C . Robinson , H . J . Weston , J . Kruse , J . Lund , J . Tapping , and J . R . Hill . Visitors : Bros . F . Green , P . M . 16 S 7 J G . T . Ginder , 1563 j and J . Trott , 141 . 1 'he lodge was opened in due form , and the minutes of the last meeting were read and confirmed . The lodge was

next opened in the Second Degree . Bro . G . V . Wood having answered the questions leading to the Third Degree , was entrusted . The lodge was opened in tbe Third Degree , and the ceremony of raising rehearsed , Bro . G . V . Wood acting as candidate . The lodge was resumed to the First Degree , and Bros . Green , Ginder , and Trott were

unanimously elected members . The S . VV ., Bro . Clark , was elected W . M . for the ensuing week , and appointed his officers in rotation . The Fifteen Sections will be worked in this lodge of instruction on the second and third Tuesdays in November . Nothing further offering for the good of Freemasonry , after " Hearty good wishes" the lodge was closed .

ISLINGTON LODGE ( No . 1471 ) . —The usual weekly meeting was held on Tuesday , the 20 th inst ., at the Cock Tavern , Highbury , when there were present Bros . R . VV . Nicole , W . M . j j . W . Clarke , S . W . j R . Loomes , J . W . J J . Petch , P . P . G . S . B ., Treas ., acting Preceptorj C M . Coxon , Sec . j H . B . Harding , S . D . j H . J . Kembell , J . D . j W . E . Manning , I . G . j T . E . Newman , and G .

T . Peall . The lodge was opened in due form , and the minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed . The ceremony of initiation was then rehearsed , Bro . Newman being the candidate . The lodge was opened in the Second Degree , when Bro . Peall answered the questions leading

to the 1 * hird Degree , and was entrusted . The lodge was opened in the Third Degree , and the ceremony of raising rehearsed , Bro . Peall being the candidate . The lodge was resumed in the First Degree . Bro . Peall was elected a member of the lodge . Bro . Clarke was elected VV . M . for the ensuing week , and appointed his officers in rotation . The lodge was then closed .