Metropolitan.

morons reply from Bro . TODD . The proceedings being brought to a close in the usual manner the brethren separated , after a very pleasant evening . The visitors , besides those mentioned , included Bros . , T . Terry , P . M . 228 ; D . G . Berri , S . W . 27 ; J . A . Farnfield , S . W . 907 ; C . P . Farnfield and C . Chard , 907 ; Dyer , 22 ; AA'ymark , 27 , etc .

Provincial.

PROVINCIAL .

DEVONSHIRE . MORICE TOWN , DEVONPORT . —Lodge St . Anlyn ( No . 954 ) . — A regular meeting of this lodge was held on Tuesday , the 18 th inst ., at half-past five . The duties were commenced by Bro . Chappie , P . M ., who proceeded , after the minutes had been confirmed , to raise to the sublime degree one brother . The labours of that degree having terminatedthe AA'MBroKent

, .., . , passed three E . A . ' s to the second degree . The ballot of the evening having been unanimous in favour ' of the three gentlemen named on the circular , they were introduced ancl initiated into the mysteries of Freemasonry . The pleasures of the evening were much enhanced by the presentation of a testimonial to Bro . Ash , late a member of this lodge . The presentation consisted of the extract from the loclge minutes ,

engrossed and illuminated on parchment , signed by the then AV . M ., S . AV ., ancl J . W . The AV . M . handed the testimonial to Bro . Ash with a few complimentary words , to which Bro . Ash suitably replied . A few matters of routine business having been completed , the labours were closed with accustomed prayer . Suitable refreshment was supplied in the adjoining apartment , and the usual Masonic toasts drank , ancl were enthusiastically responded to by those present . The brethren departed at an early hour , after spending a truly Masonic night .

STOREHOUSE . —Lodge Fortitude ( No . 105 ) . —This lodge met on its regular evening , AVednesday , Nov . 9 . The business of the lodge being considerable , the brethren were desired to be punctual in their attendance . The lodge was opened by the AV . M ., Bro . Thuell , at ( 1 . 33 p . m . After a brother had been raised , a ballot was taken for Messrs . John AA'oods , Davies , and Taylor , which proving unanimous in their favour , they were introduced into Masonrythe whole of the ceremonies being

, performed by the AA ' . M . The attendance of the brethren and visitors was most numerous . The W . M . having informed the loclge that his year of office had nearly expiree ] , passed a very strong encomium on the Senior AA ' arden , eulogising him highly , and concluded a long and able speech by proposing him as the VV . M . for the ensuing year . Bro . E . B . Jackman , P . M ., seconded the proposition , and the brethren present , by their

unanimous applause , must have shown the brother how much he is respected in the loclge . Bro . Stoneman , S . W ., in a neat speech , thanked them for the kind ancl hearty manner with which they had received the mention of his name as the proposed AA' . M . for the ensuing year , ancl assured them that nothing on his part should be wanting to promote the best interests of Masonry in general , ancl the Lodge of Fortitude in particular . He concluded by thanking the W . M . for the kind manner in which he hacl mentioned his name . The business being ended , the brethren retired to simple refreshment .

DURHAM . HARTLEPOOL . —St . Helen ' s Loclge ( No . 531 ) . —On Thursday , the 3 rd inst ., a regular lodge was holden in the Masonic Hail , when the following brethren were present : —Bros . Dr . Kirk , AV . M . Harbour of Refuge Lodge , Prov . J . G . W . of Durham ; Dr . Moore , P . Prov . J . G . W . ; James Groves , AV . M . St . Helen ' s ( No . 771 ) P . Prov . G . S . B . ; S . ArmstrongP . M . ; C . R . Huntl

, , y , P . M ; Emra Holmes , S . W ., Prov . G . S . ; Dr . Inglis , S . AV . ; Stonier Leigh , & c . The Rev . Anthony Gradwcll Blensdale , having been balloted for and duly accepted , was initiated into the secrets of Freemasonry . This being the annual meeting for the election of W . M ., Treasurer , and Tyler , Bro . George Moore , M . D ., was elected to fill the first named office . Bro . Armstrong then presented to the retiring MasterBro . James

, Groves ( now Mayor of Hartlepool ) , a costly and handsome P . M . 's jewel in the name of the brethren of the lodge , in testimony of his untieing zeal ancl urbanity in the discharge of his duties . The brethren afterwards adjourned to refreshment , and the evening was spent in harmony .

LANCASHIRE ( WEST ) . CONSECRATION or THE PRINCE or AA ' ALES LODGE ( NO . 1 , 035 ) , KIRKDALE . This ceremony was performed on Thursday , the 10 th inst ., at St . Mary ' s National School-room , Kirkdale , near Liverpool , by Bro . Mawdesley , Prov . G . Sec , who had been selected bv the R . AA ' . D . Prov . G . M ., Sir Thomas George IIesketh , Bart ., MP .,

for that duty . After the lodge had been opened in the three degrees , and a piece of solemn music performed , the Consecrating Master called upon Bro . Wylie , P . Prov . J . G . AV ., to state the wishes of the brethren of the new loclge . This having been done , the petition and warrant were ordered to be read , and the brethren asked if they approved of the officers nominated in the warrant to preside over them . Their assent having been signified

iu Masonic form , Bro . Dunkley , Prov . G . Chaplain , delivered the oration . After the oration , the 133 rd Psalm was chanted by the choir , ancl the Chaplain offered up the following prayer , all devoutly kneeling : —Almighty Architect ancl Ruler of the-Universe , at whose creative fiat all things first were made , deign from Thy celestial abode of light and glory to bless us in all the purposes of our present assembly . We liumbly implore Thee

to give us wisdom to conduct us in all our undertakings , strength to support us in all our difficulties , and beauty to adorn us in all our thoughts ancl communications . And grant that we may , through Thy divine Providence be enabled to erect this lodge , and soleainly consecrate it to the honour and glory of Thy holy name . Omnes , chant—So mote it be . Sanctus—Glory lie to Thee 0 Lord .

, All the brethren then turned towards the east , and the Consecrating Master impressively pronounced the invocation . Omnes , chant—So mote it be . The lodge board was then uncovered , and Bros . AA ' ylie , P . Prov . J . G . AA ' . ; Hamer , Prov . G . Treas . ; and Younghusband ,. Prov . G . S . B ., walked thrice round the lodge to slow ancl solemn music , and diffused the corn , wine , and oil .

ANTHEM . Glory to God on high , Peace on earth , Good-will towards men . The Chaplain then , to slow and solemn music , walked thriceround the loclge , waving the censer ; after which he delivered the following prayer : ¦—Grant , 0 Lord , that those who are now

about to be invested with the government of this lodge , may be endued witli wisdom to instruct their brethren in all the duties of their respective stations . May brotherly love , relief , and truth ever prevail amongst its members ; ancl may this bond of union increase , and strengthen the several lodges throughout the world . Bless all our brethren wherever dispersed over the face of earth and water ; and grant a speedy relief to all who are in distress . AA'e affectionately commend to Thespecial

y care and protection all the members of the fraternity ; may they increase in knowledge of Thee , ancl in love of each other-Ancl , finally , may we finish all our work here below with Thy approbation ; and then leave this earthly abode for Thy heavenly temple above , there to enjoy light , bliss , and glory evermore .

Omnes , chant—So mote it bo . ANTHEM . Glory to God on high ! Let heaven ancl earth reply , Praise ye His name . Masons His love adore ,

Tylod in their mystic lore , And cry out evermore , Glory to God . The Consecrating Master then solemnly dedicated and constituted the lodgo . Omnes , chant—So mote it be . The ceremony concluded with the Hallelujah Chorus .

The lodge was then resumed in the second degree , and the chair was taken by Bro . AA ' ylie , P . Prov . J . G . AV ., who installed the AV . M . designate ancl his officers , the concluding address being delivered by Bro . Younghusband , Prov . G . S . B . The manner in which the ceremonies of consecration and installation were performed left nothing to be desired . The attendance of