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¦»(¦ The Boys' School.
Th 0 y are understood also to be approved of only by the four metropolitan Lodges , but are opposed by those of the protinces . If adopted , doubtless there will arise an opposition of interests which will break mony sought to be established ¦• the work already perform by regular Brethren , and in which Scotland wouM unprofitably , to have lent her assistance , will be rendered nugatory-b what is of oraver moment—Brethren claiming connexion with a body , springing as
it would do in such a case , from a source partly illegitimate , will have to be prepared to forego the privileges , not only in Scotland but in other countries where the degree is lawfully sanctioned , of being regarded as regular Mark Masters—thus destroying the bond of fraternal affection which it ought to be the object of every Brother , of any degree , faithfully and zealously to strengthen and maintain . Yours fraternally , ' Edinburgh , 2 lst Oct , 1858 ; D . B , A , T . N ,
LECTURES' AND LIBRARIES . fO THE EDITOR OF THE KREEHASONS' MAGAZINE AND MASONIC MIRROR , Dear Sib and Brother , — The letter of a LL . B . ^ J at p . 741 of the Freemasons '* Magazine , contains some very valuable suggest ions , which should not be allowed to pass without attention , nor without some practical result .
It is an ancient and recognized practice of our Chapters and Lodges throughout the world to encourage discourses on science ; and it is deeply to be regretted that it has fallen into abeyance in this country . There are Brethren enough who when called upon to aid literary institutions willingly give lectures , and they would as willingly undertake such duty for the benefit of their own Order . The organization alone is wanted to give effect to the suggestions of LL JB . "
It would likewise be a useful measure to employ paid lecturers , or rather to pay the travelling expenses of lecturers in the various provinces . The formation of libraries is another important matter . I do not think it necessary or desirable to restrict bancpiets ; in this and all other countries they work well ; but I would remind LL . B . of this simple fact , that in
isome of the large metropolitan clubs an optional special subscription of five shillings a year supplies all the expense of a line library . To the plan for lectures or for libraries I would be a contributor ; and I say this , because one volunteer in the field will sometimes bring in mtany recruits . Yours fraternally , 42 , fiasiw / hall Street , Hvms Clarke , Mnl OcL , 1858 .
PROVINCIAL GRAND LODGE AFPOINTMKNTS . TO THE EDITOR 01 ? THE FREEMASONS' MAGAZINE AND MAS 0 NICJ MIRROR . Dear Sir and Brother , —It appears to be your settled conviction that a Prov . GLS . of Works must of necessity be an architect , or one who has distinguished himself by writing ; and publishing works on architecture or
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¦»(¦ The Boys' School.
Th 0 y are understood also to be approved of only by the four metropolitan Lodges , but are opposed by those of the protinces . If adopted , doubtless there will arise an opposition of interests which will break mony sought to be established ¦• the work already perform by regular Brethren , and in which Scotland wouM unprofitably , to have lent her assistance , will be rendered nugatory-b what is of oraver moment—Brethren claiming connexion with a body , springing as
it would do in such a case , from a source partly illegitimate , will have to be prepared to forego the privileges , not only in Scotland but in other countries where the degree is lawfully sanctioned , of being regarded as regular Mark Masters—thus destroying the bond of fraternal affection which it ought to be the object of every Brother , of any degree , faithfully and zealously to strengthen and maintain . Yours fraternally , ' Edinburgh , 2 lst Oct , 1858 ; D . B , A , T . N ,
LECTURES' AND LIBRARIES . fO THE EDITOR OF THE KREEHASONS' MAGAZINE AND MASONIC MIRROR , Dear Sib and Brother , — The letter of a LL . B . ^ J at p . 741 of the Freemasons '* Magazine , contains some very valuable suggest ions , which should not be allowed to pass without attention , nor without some practical result .
It is an ancient and recognized practice of our Chapters and Lodges throughout the world to encourage discourses on science ; and it is deeply to be regretted that it has fallen into abeyance in this country . There are Brethren enough who when called upon to aid literary institutions willingly give lectures , and they would as willingly undertake such duty for the benefit of their own Order . The organization alone is wanted to give effect to the suggestions of LL JB . "
It would likewise be a useful measure to employ paid lecturers , or rather to pay the travelling expenses of lecturers in the various provinces . The formation of libraries is another important matter . I do not think it necessary or desirable to restrict bancpiets ; in this and all other countries they work well ; but I would remind LL . B . of this simple fact , that in
isome of the large metropolitan clubs an optional special subscription of five shillings a year supplies all the expense of a line library . To the plan for lectures or for libraries I would be a contributor ; and I say this , because one volunteer in the field will sometimes bring in mtany recruits . Yours fraternally , 42 , fiasiw / hall Street , Hvms Clarke , Mnl OcL , 1858 .
PROVINCIAL GRAND LODGE AFPOINTMKNTS . TO THE EDITOR 01 ? THE FREEMASONS' MAGAZINE AND MAS 0 NICJ MIRROR . Dear Sir and Brother , —It appears to be your settled conviction that a Prov . GLS . of Works must of necessity be an architect , or one who has distinguished himself by writing ; and publishing works on architecture or