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. 1 ' ... The B . WV Prov . Grrand Master then called upon the W . M . to address the assembly , which he did in appropriate terms , concluding thus : — - " Let us hope that as this hall has been consecrated in peace , so may peace and harmony be the chief characteristics of our institution . May that incense , the symbol of an upright heart , enkindle within our breasts the fire of Masonic fervor and zeal ; keep
before you in vivid colours the figures of virtue , fortitude , prudence , and justice . Exercise those emotions of the soul that suggest peace , unity , moderation , and benevolence . As Masons , it is expected cf you to observe most strenuously gravity and dignity . The world expects to find in your assemblies peace , good order , and decorum ; and they are not unreasonable in their expectations of finding you an exalted body , capable of boasting of your Order with exultant f
pride . Recommending you now to Him whose ways are pleasantness , and whose paths are peace , ' permit ine to assure you that , with renewed zeal on the part of the Past Masters of this Lodge , and with their kind assistance , with the steady and faithful co-operation of my officers , and with unanimous and united efforts on lire part of the members to harmonize our proceedings , I shall be uaceasing in my endeavours to promote the welfare and prosperity of the Friendly Lodge .
The Worshipful Master , who was often cheered in his address , having concluded , the B . W . Prov . Grand Master rose and formally proposed a vote of thanks to him , which was carried by acclamation . A hymn was sung by the choir , and there were some admirable performances by the band . Strangers then withdrew . We may also state that during the ceremony we have reported , the ladies for a short time left the Lodge , which was duly tyied .
The ceremony within the consecrated hall being concluded , the banquet-rooms were thrown open , and a very handsomely laid-out table was exhibited . There were , indeed , three tables , with one connecting them in the west : so , correctly speaking , we might say there were four tables , all groaning under the weight of good things provided , not for Masons alone , but all who were hungry could eat thereof , provided they could find standing-room , for the place was much crowded .
The room was decorated . At the head was the royal arms and the British flag to the south , the Prussian flag extending along the wall . Other flags covered the other parts of the room . The B . W . Bro . Colin Campbell , Prov . G . M . ; the II . W . Bro . J . K . Fingzies , D . Prov . G . M . ; and the W . Bro . A . II . De Levante , were at the head of the table . The Prov . Grand Master proposed the health of the Worshipful Master , which was duly acknowledged , and the compliment was returned by the W . M .
America
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KNIGHTS TEMPLAR . GRAND OOMMANIUiUtY OF OHIO . Address of the Grand Master of Knights Templar in the United States to the Grand Commandery of Ohio .
[ The substance of tins - B mIlIvq ^ was spoken by Sir William . Hubbard , Knight , M . E . Grand Master of the Grand Encampment of the United States , at a special communication of the Grand Commandery of Ohio , held at Columbus , December ! A ) , . o . 739 , a . u . 1857 , immediately after the repeal of a resolution passed in October , by that Commandery , terminating its connection with the General Grand body . ] Right Eminent Commander : —I most cordially appreciate your kind and fraternal expressions in greeting me on this occasion , and I rejoice with you , R , E . Sir , that your Grand Commandery has rescinded its resolutions of opposition and con-
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Colonial
. 1 ' ... The B . WV Prov . Grrand Master then called upon the W . M . to address the assembly , which he did in appropriate terms , concluding thus : — - " Let us hope that as this hall has been consecrated in peace , so may peace and harmony be the chief characteristics of our institution . May that incense , the symbol of an upright heart , enkindle within our breasts the fire of Masonic fervor and zeal ; keep
before you in vivid colours the figures of virtue , fortitude , prudence , and justice . Exercise those emotions of the soul that suggest peace , unity , moderation , and benevolence . As Masons , it is expected cf you to observe most strenuously gravity and dignity . The world expects to find in your assemblies peace , good order , and decorum ; and they are not unreasonable in their expectations of finding you an exalted body , capable of boasting of your Order with exultant f
pride . Recommending you now to Him whose ways are pleasantness , and whose paths are peace , ' permit ine to assure you that , with renewed zeal on the part of the Past Masters of this Lodge , and with their kind assistance , with the steady and faithful co-operation of my officers , and with unanimous and united efforts on lire part of the members to harmonize our proceedings , I shall be uaceasing in my endeavours to promote the welfare and prosperity of the Friendly Lodge .
The Worshipful Master , who was often cheered in his address , having concluded , the B . W . Prov . Grand Master rose and formally proposed a vote of thanks to him , which was carried by acclamation . A hymn was sung by the choir , and there were some admirable performances by the band . Strangers then withdrew . We may also state that during the ceremony we have reported , the ladies for a short time left the Lodge , which was duly tyied .
The ceremony within the consecrated hall being concluded , the banquet-rooms were thrown open , and a very handsomely laid-out table was exhibited . There were , indeed , three tables , with one connecting them in the west : so , correctly speaking , we might say there were four tables , all groaning under the weight of good things provided , not for Masons alone , but all who were hungry could eat thereof , provided they could find standing-room , for the place was much crowded .
The room was decorated . At the head was the royal arms and the British flag to the south , the Prussian flag extending along the wall . Other flags covered the other parts of the room . The B . W . Bro . Colin Campbell , Prov . G . M . ; the II . W . Bro . J . K . Fingzies , D . Prov . G . M . ; and the W . Bro . A . II . De Levante , were at the head of the table . The Prov . Grand Master proposed the health of the Worshipful Master , which was duly acknowledged , and the compliment was returned by the W . M .
America
AMERICA
KNIGHTS TEMPLAR . GRAND OOMMANIUiUtY OF OHIO . Address of the Grand Master of Knights Templar in the United States to the Grand Commandery of Ohio .
[ The substance of tins - B mIlIvq ^ was spoken by Sir William . Hubbard , Knight , M . E . Grand Master of the Grand Encampment of the United States , at a special communication of the Grand Commandery of Ohio , held at Columbus , December ! A ) , . o . 739 , a . u . 1857 , immediately after the repeal of a resolution passed in October , by that Commandery , terminating its connection with the General Grand body . ] Right Eminent Commander : —I most cordially appreciate your kind and fraternal expressions in greeting me on this occasion , and I rejoice with you , R , E . Sir , that your Grand Commandery has rescinded its resolutions of opposition and con-