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Supreme Grand Lodge.
NOTICES OP MOTIOXS . By Bro . Frederick Binckes , W . M . No . 1090 : — "That the thanks of the Grand Lodge be tendered to the P .. W . the Earl of Dalhousie , in recognition of his long ancl able services in support of the interests of Freemasonry , with an assurance of sympathy and regret on tho part of the Members of the Craft at his Lordship ' s retirement from the office of Deputy Grand Master .
" That such vote of thanks be recorded on the minutes , and that a cojiy thereof , emblazoned on vellum , be presented to his Lordship . " By Bro . J . II . Wynne , P . M . No . 118 : — " That out of the amount of Stock in the 3 per Cent . Consols , now standing in the names of the Trustees of the Fund of Benevolence of Grand Loclge , the Grand Treasurer be directed to transfer the sum of £ 2000 3 per Cent . Consols into the names of the Trustees
of the following Masonic Charities , namely —• £ 1200 to the Royal Benevolent Institution for Granting Annuities to Aged Freemasons . £ 800 to tlieRoy . ilBenevole . it Institution for Granting Annuities to Widows of Freemasons . '"
By W . Bro . John Savage , P . G . D . : — " That upon confirmation of the Minutes he will move " That the vote of £ 200 toivards purchasing an annuity for Bro . Wm . Watson , of the Grand Stewards' Lodge , and Past Master of the Robert Burns Lodge , No . 25 , bo paid to the President of the Board of General Purposes , to Bro . Jolm Savage , P . G . D ., the mover , and Bro . Joseph Smith , P . G . P ., the seconder , or to any one of them upon the receipt of the three for the purpose of carrying out the Resolution of Grand Lodge , of the Gth March last , ancl that such receipt shall be deemed a sufficient authority for the payment of the said sum of £ 200 . " By Bro . George Barrett , P . M . No . 212 . —
" That £ 250 from the Fund of General Purposes be voted towards the decorations of St . Paul ' s Cathedral , one of the great works of Sir C . Wren . " By Bro . George Barrett , P . M . No . 212 : — " To enable the Provincial , as well as tbe Metropolitan Members , residing out of London , to attend Grand Loclge , the M . W . Grand Master be requested to summons Grand Lodge at Five o'clock p . m . instead of Seven , and that no motion on a ' new subject shall be made after Nine o ' clock . "
By Bro . Charles Hutton Gregory , J . G . D ., on the Minutes being put for confirmation : — " That the Minutes of the last Grand Lodge be confirmed , with the exception of that part of them which relates to the Fund ,, from which the Grant to Brother Watson is proposed to be taken . "
Metropolitan.
METROPOLITAN .
JoitDAX LODGE ( NO . 237 ) . —This lodge held its last meeting for the season at the Freemasons'Tavern on Friday , the 17 th instant . In addition to a fair attendance of the members , the lodge was honoured with the presence of Bros . John Udall , Prov . J . G . D . ; Nelson , Prov . G . Sec . West Yorkshire ; Binckes , W . M . 1090 , P . M . 11 ; H . G . Warren , P . M . G . Stewards' Lodge ; Henry Muggeridge , P . M . 227 ; and Suchet-Champion , No . 4 ( Scotland ) . The work consisted in the initiation of Mr . John Edward Allen and the raising of Bro . Archer , and was
performed by the W . M ., Bro . Dyer , in his usual efficient manner . This being disposed of , the brethren sat down to an excellent ancl well served banquet , which at once evinced the liberality of Bros . Elkington and Shrewsbury , and their earnest desire to give satisfaction to their Masonic guests . After the loyal and customary toasts which followed the removal of the cloth , the W . M . proposed " Success to the Masonic Charities , " coupling with them the names of Bros . Udall and Patten , names familiar to all that took an interest
in the welfare of the benevolent institutions , since these brethren had not only liberally contributed of their substance , hut had given up much valuable time and exerted themselves unceasingly on behalf of the decayed , the widow , and the orphan ; and although he ( the W . M . ) was well aware that their festive board was graced with the presence of others whose exertions on behalf ofthe various charities well entitled them to the respect and admiration of the Craft ,
yet he felt convinced that not only in the magnitude of the services rendered to the cause of the distressed , but also in the number of years over which these services hacl extended , every one would allow , that among all then present , the respected brethren whose names he hacl mentioned stood pre-eminent . He need scarcely remind the brethren that their esteemed Bro . Patten was a candidate for the Secretaryship of the Girls' School , as lie felt assured that no words of his were necessary to induce them to clo all in their
power to secure the election of a brother so generally beloved and I respected , and whose appointment would be alike creditable to the Craft ancl advantageous to the charity of which he had been so many years an active supporter . The W . M . concluded by calling- upon the brethren to drink to the success of the Masonic Charities and the health of Bros . Udall ancl Patten . —Bro . UDALL , in briefly returning thanks , said that the happiest moments he passed were those in which , he was engaged in promoting the interests of the Masonic Charities
, ancl therefore , whilst duly estimating ancl thankfully acknowledging the hospitable reception he had met with , and the fraternal sentiment expressed by the W . M ., and cordially responded to by the Jordan Loclge , he felt himself amply repaid for the exertions he had made on behalf ofthe Charities by the pleasure be derived in seeing the vast amount of good those admirable charities effected , —good not confined to the recipients , but equally shared by the benefactors .
The W . Brother concluded by expressing the gratification he felt at witnessing the excellent working of the officers of the Jordan Lodge and his wishes for its continued prosperity . —Bro . PAMEIX also briefly returned thanks on behalf of the charities ; with repect to himself he could say with the utmost sincerity that he felt that the kindness of the brethren of the Jordan Lodge far exceeded his deserts . He would only so far allude to his candidature for the office of Secretary to tbe Girls' Schoolas to that the efforts
, say made on his behalf by influential brethren , not only in London but also in the most distant provinces , alike surprised and gratified him . In conclusion he hoped that the G . A . would preserve them all during the vacation , and permit them to reassemble in November in health , happiness , and prosperity . —Thehealth of the visitors was responded to byBros . Nelson and ' Binckes , the former of whom expressed ahope that the day would come when every candidate for the various charities would be able to procure admission into our Asylums without
undergoing the anxiety of a contested election . —The W . M . then proposed " The Masonic Press , " coupling with it the of Bro . Warren , P . M . Grand Stewards' Lodge , and Editor of TITE FRKEIIASO _* S MAOAZINB , to whose able and benevolent exertions the Craft in general ancl the Charities in particular were deeply indebted . —Bro . WARESIT in returning thanks said that , on his first undertaking the management of THE FREEMASONS MAGAZINE , he resolved that no effort on his part should be wanting , to its literary character , to render it more interesting to the members of the Craft , and to increase its power for good . In these efforts lie trusted that lie should be
pardoned for saying that he believed he had been successful . A few years ago the Benevolent Institution held its festival triennially , at which something like £ 1500 were usually collected , that was , about £ 500 a year ; it had now an annual festival held on its behalf , at which between two and three thousand pounds were added to its funds . He had laboured long and earnestly to substitute an annual festival for the triennial one ; he was delighted at its success , and he also felt highly gratified that the brethren were generous enough to
allow him the credit of having largely contributed to so important an improvement . Bro . Nelson had said that he hoped to see the day when all candidates for admission into their asylums might be able to obtain it without undergoing an election ; but for his own part be must say that this was a consummation he neither expected nor desired . The elections did a vast deal of good ; they stimulated brethren to active exertions , and gave a-vitality to their proceedings , by which the charities themselves were great gainers ; they also
brought the provincial ancl metropolitan brethren together , ancl thus promoted one of the great objects of Ereemasonry . without these elections there was some fear that the brethren would sink into a state of apathy , ancl the charities gradually languish . Bro . Warren then stated some very interesting facts relating- to certain important public charities which fully confirmed his views , and made a great impression on the minds of his hearers . He concluded with thanking the brethren for their kindness . —The proceedings were varied by
some excellent songs sung by Bros . Robinson , Sheen , Carvill , Goldsborough , jun ., and Allen ; but the greatest musical treat was afforded by Bro . Suchet-Champion , one of the visitors , who sang two or three beautiful Scottish songs well calculated to display the capabilities of his fine tenor voice , and was warmly appilaiided by the brethren . As usual , before separating , the National Anthem was sung , Bros . RobinsonCarvilland Sucliet-Cliainpion taking the lead . We
, , must not omit to mention that Bro . Arliss , P . M ., D . C , displayed his customary energy , and by his excellent arrangements materially contributed to the comfort of the brethren . The services of such , a brother are very valuable in a lodge . Ever studious of the comfort of others , he seems to take no care of his own ; ancl whilst se . curing plenty , he places an effectual cheek upon extravagance .
PBIJ * CE FREDERICK WIELLOI LODGE ( NO . 1055 ) . —This distinguished lodge held its regular meeting on Wednesday last , at tha Kniglits of St . John Tavern , Queen ' s-terrace , St . John ' s Wood , at four o ' clock punctually . The W . M ., Bro . E . J . Eraser , opened the lodge , assisted by his officers , Bro . Robinson , S . W . ; Bro . Stapylton , J . W . ; Bro . Caulcher , Treasurer ; Bros , Syms , Baker , Deacons , and
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Supreme Grand Lodge.
NOTICES OP MOTIOXS . By Bro . Frederick Binckes , W . M . No . 1090 : — "That the thanks of the Grand Lodge be tendered to the P .. W . the Earl of Dalhousie , in recognition of his long ancl able services in support of the interests of Freemasonry , with an assurance of sympathy and regret on tho part of the Members of the Craft at his Lordship ' s retirement from the office of Deputy Grand Master .
" That such vote of thanks be recorded on the minutes , and that a cojiy thereof , emblazoned on vellum , be presented to his Lordship . " By Bro . J . II . Wynne , P . M . No . 118 : — " That out of the amount of Stock in the 3 per Cent . Consols , now standing in the names of the Trustees of the Fund of Benevolence of Grand Loclge , the Grand Treasurer be directed to transfer the sum of £ 2000 3 per Cent . Consols into the names of the Trustees
of the following Masonic Charities , namely —• £ 1200 to the Royal Benevolent Institution for Granting Annuities to Aged Freemasons . £ 800 to tlieRoy . ilBenevole . it Institution for Granting Annuities to Widows of Freemasons . '"
By W . Bro . John Savage , P . G . D . : — " That upon confirmation of the Minutes he will move " That the vote of £ 200 toivards purchasing an annuity for Bro . Wm . Watson , of the Grand Stewards' Lodge , and Past Master of the Robert Burns Lodge , No . 25 , bo paid to the President of the Board of General Purposes , to Bro . Jolm Savage , P . G . D ., the mover , and Bro . Joseph Smith , P . G . P ., the seconder , or to any one of them upon the receipt of the three for the purpose of carrying out the Resolution of Grand Lodge , of the Gth March last , ancl that such receipt shall be deemed a sufficient authority for the payment of the said sum of £ 200 . " By Bro . George Barrett , P . M . No . 212 . —
" That £ 250 from the Fund of General Purposes be voted towards the decorations of St . Paul ' s Cathedral , one of the great works of Sir C . Wren . " By Bro . George Barrett , P . M . No . 212 : — " To enable the Provincial , as well as tbe Metropolitan Members , residing out of London , to attend Grand Loclge , the M . W . Grand Master be requested to summons Grand Lodge at Five o'clock p . m . instead of Seven , and that no motion on a ' new subject shall be made after Nine o ' clock . "
By Bro . Charles Hutton Gregory , J . G . D ., on the Minutes being put for confirmation : — " That the Minutes of the last Grand Lodge be confirmed , with the exception of that part of them which relates to the Fund ,, from which the Grant to Brother Watson is proposed to be taken . "
Metropolitan.
METROPOLITAN .
JoitDAX LODGE ( NO . 237 ) . —This lodge held its last meeting for the season at the Freemasons'Tavern on Friday , the 17 th instant . In addition to a fair attendance of the members , the lodge was honoured with the presence of Bros . John Udall , Prov . J . G . D . ; Nelson , Prov . G . Sec . West Yorkshire ; Binckes , W . M . 1090 , P . M . 11 ; H . G . Warren , P . M . G . Stewards' Lodge ; Henry Muggeridge , P . M . 227 ; and Suchet-Champion , No . 4 ( Scotland ) . The work consisted in the initiation of Mr . John Edward Allen and the raising of Bro . Archer , and was
performed by the W . M ., Bro . Dyer , in his usual efficient manner . This being disposed of , the brethren sat down to an excellent ancl well served banquet , which at once evinced the liberality of Bros . Elkington and Shrewsbury , and their earnest desire to give satisfaction to their Masonic guests . After the loyal and customary toasts which followed the removal of the cloth , the W . M . proposed " Success to the Masonic Charities , " coupling with them the names of Bros . Udall and Patten , names familiar to all that took an interest
in the welfare of the benevolent institutions , since these brethren had not only liberally contributed of their substance , hut had given up much valuable time and exerted themselves unceasingly on behalf of the decayed , the widow , and the orphan ; and although he ( the W . M . ) was well aware that their festive board was graced with the presence of others whose exertions on behalf ofthe various charities well entitled them to the respect and admiration of the Craft ,
yet he felt convinced that not only in the magnitude of the services rendered to the cause of the distressed , but also in the number of years over which these services hacl extended , every one would allow , that among all then present , the respected brethren whose names he hacl mentioned stood pre-eminent . He need scarcely remind the brethren that their esteemed Bro . Patten was a candidate for the Secretaryship of the Girls' School , as lie felt assured that no words of his were necessary to induce them to clo all in their
power to secure the election of a brother so generally beloved and I respected , and whose appointment would be alike creditable to the Craft ancl advantageous to the charity of which he had been so many years an active supporter . The W . M . concluded by calling- upon the brethren to drink to the success of the Masonic Charities and the health of Bros . Udall ancl Patten . —Bro . UDALL , in briefly returning thanks , said that the happiest moments he passed were those in which , he was engaged in promoting the interests of the Masonic Charities
, ancl therefore , whilst duly estimating ancl thankfully acknowledging the hospitable reception he had met with , and the fraternal sentiment expressed by the W . M ., and cordially responded to by the Jordan Loclge , he felt himself amply repaid for the exertions he had made on behalf ofthe Charities by the pleasure be derived in seeing the vast amount of good those admirable charities effected , —good not confined to the recipients , but equally shared by the benefactors .
The W . Brother concluded by expressing the gratification he felt at witnessing the excellent working of the officers of the Jordan Lodge and his wishes for its continued prosperity . —Bro . PAMEIX also briefly returned thanks on behalf of the charities ; with repect to himself he could say with the utmost sincerity that he felt that the kindness of the brethren of the Jordan Lodge far exceeded his deserts . He would only so far allude to his candidature for the office of Secretary to tbe Girls' Schoolas to that the efforts
, say made on his behalf by influential brethren , not only in London but also in the most distant provinces , alike surprised and gratified him . In conclusion he hoped that the G . A . would preserve them all during the vacation , and permit them to reassemble in November in health , happiness , and prosperity . —Thehealth of the visitors was responded to byBros . Nelson and ' Binckes , the former of whom expressed ahope that the day would come when every candidate for the various charities would be able to procure admission into our Asylums without
undergoing the anxiety of a contested election . —The W . M . then proposed " The Masonic Press , " coupling with it the of Bro . Warren , P . M . Grand Stewards' Lodge , and Editor of TITE FRKEIIASO _* S MAOAZINB , to whose able and benevolent exertions the Craft in general ancl the Charities in particular were deeply indebted . —Bro . WARESIT in returning thanks said that , on his first undertaking the management of THE FREEMASONS MAGAZINE , he resolved that no effort on his part should be wanting , to its literary character , to render it more interesting to the members of the Craft , and to increase its power for good . In these efforts lie trusted that lie should be
pardoned for saying that he believed he had been successful . A few years ago the Benevolent Institution held its festival triennially , at which something like £ 1500 were usually collected , that was , about £ 500 a year ; it had now an annual festival held on its behalf , at which between two and three thousand pounds were added to its funds . He had laboured long and earnestly to substitute an annual festival for the triennial one ; he was delighted at its success , and he also felt highly gratified that the brethren were generous enough to
allow him the credit of having largely contributed to so important an improvement . Bro . Nelson had said that he hoped to see the day when all candidates for admission into their asylums might be able to obtain it without undergoing an election ; but for his own part be must say that this was a consummation he neither expected nor desired . The elections did a vast deal of good ; they stimulated brethren to active exertions , and gave a-vitality to their proceedings , by which the charities themselves were great gainers ; they also
brought the provincial ancl metropolitan brethren together , ancl thus promoted one of the great objects of Ereemasonry . without these elections there was some fear that the brethren would sink into a state of apathy , ancl the charities gradually languish . Bro . Warren then stated some very interesting facts relating- to certain important public charities which fully confirmed his views , and made a great impression on the minds of his hearers . He concluded with thanking the brethren for their kindness . —The proceedings were varied by
some excellent songs sung by Bros . Robinson , Sheen , Carvill , Goldsborough , jun ., and Allen ; but the greatest musical treat was afforded by Bro . Suchet-Champion , one of the visitors , who sang two or three beautiful Scottish songs well calculated to display the capabilities of his fine tenor voice , and was warmly appilaiided by the brethren . As usual , before separating , the National Anthem was sung , Bros . RobinsonCarvilland Sucliet-Cliainpion taking the lead . We
, , must not omit to mention that Bro . Arliss , P . M ., D . C , displayed his customary energy , and by his excellent arrangements materially contributed to the comfort of the brethren . The services of such , a brother are very valuable in a lodge . Ever studious of the comfort of others , he seems to take no care of his own ; ancl whilst se . curing plenty , he places an effectual cheek upon extravagance .
PBIJ * CE FREDERICK WIELLOI LODGE ( NO . 1055 ) . —This distinguished lodge held its regular meeting on Wednesday last , at tha Kniglits of St . John Tavern , Queen ' s-terrace , St . John ' s Wood , at four o ' clock punctually . The W . M ., Bro . E . J . Eraser , opened the lodge , assisted by his officers , Bro . Robinson , S . W . ; Bro . Stapylton , J . W . ; Bro . Caulcher , Treasurer ; Bros , Syms , Baker , Deacons , and