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with it ; and as there were many present who were newly initiated into its mysteries as well as many who had not had that advantage , he ( the speaker ) took tho opportunity of telling them that amidst the revolutions of states and empires , of human laws and customs , Masonry had remained without auy material change in its outward forms . Its pillars had remained unshaken through the rage of every varied storm . Its stability thus showing the soundness of its principles and their conformity to right reason and the best dictates of the human heart , and ho
hoped that one and all present would join with him in the prayer that the Almighty Architect of the universe might preserve the edifice pure and entire to the latest posterity , as it was the asylum of feeble man against tho shafts of adversity , against the perils of strife , and , what was more to be dreaded , against the conflict of his own passions . It inculcated this great maxim as , a means of social happiness—that however separated by seas or distance , distinguished by national character , or divided into sects , the whole , community of mankind ought to regard
each other as members of the same family , for we are all children of the same eternal Father . ( Cheers ) . This toast having been duly responded to , there followed the toasts of " Tho A isiting Brethren , " " The Ladies " ( to wliich the Rev . Bro . Lowe replied ) , " The Prov . Grand Stewards , " whose arrangements were highly and deservedly extolled . "Tho Masonic Charities , " "The health of the Chaplain , " "The Vocalists" ( replied to by Bro . Pearsall ) , & c . Among other distinguished visitors present on the occasion wore Bros .
H . C . Vernon , Prov . G . AI . of AVorcestershire ; Masefield , P . Prov . S . G . AV ., AVoreestershiro ; J . Ross , P . Prov . S . G . D ., AVarwickshire ; J . Machin , P . Prov . S . G . AA ' ., AVarwickshire ; C . J . A igne , P . Prov . S . G . AV ., Somersetshire ; H . K . Harvey , P . Prov . S . G . AV ., Staffordshire ; C . Trubshaw , P . Prov . S . G . AV ., Staffordshire ; Col . Hogg , P . Prov . S . G . AV . Staffordshire ; J . Hallam . P . Prov . S . G . W ., Staffordshire ; Dr . Burton , P . Prov . S . G . W ., Staffordshire ; C . T . Davenport , P . Prov . S . G . AV ., Staffordshire , & c ., & c . AVALES , SOUTH .
PROVINCIAL 0 HAND LODGE AT NEATH . The annual Provincial Grand Lodge was held at the Masonic Hall , Neath , on Friday , the 5 th inst ., under the presidency of the R . AV . Prov . G . M . Colonel C . K . Kemeys-Tynte . supported by Bros . Dr . Bird , D . Prov . G . M . ; M . Moggridge , Prov . S . G . AV . ; J . AV . Russell , P . Prov . G AV . ; It . F . Langley , Prov . G . Reg . ; N . B . Allen , Prov . G . Trea , ; Geo . Allen , Prov . G . Sec . ; R . Jones , Prov . J . G . D . ; F . D . Michael , Prov . G . Dir . of Cers . ; A'fm . Cox , Prov . G . Org ., aud other provincial officers and brethren .
The Prov . Grand Lodge having been opened in solemn form , the minutes of the proceedings of the last Provincial Grand Meeting , at Brecon , were read by the Prov . G . Sec , and duly confirmed ; after which the Prov . G . Treasurer ' s accounts were received , audited , and passed . The R . AV . Prov . Grand Alaster then called the attention of the brethren to a letter from the Grand Secretary on the subject of the Masonic Schools , in which the R . AV . brother appeared to take a strong interest ; he urged the claims oi these institutions forcibl y and earnestly , and recommended
the establishment of provincial committees for the purpose of assisting and extending the advantages of these excellent ch-irities . From the appeal made by the R . AV . Prov . G . M ., we doubt not that at the earliest opportunity the several AY . 'Ms . in the district will bring the subject before their respective Lodges , and will endeavour to co-operate in this good work . v . Tbe usual votes for charitable purposes were then agreed to , viz ., tho annual . subscriptions to the Masonic Schools for Boys and Girls ; to ilie Swansea Deaf and Dumb Asylum , & c : also a donation to the Neath Schools . After which the R . AV . Prov . Grand Master appointed his
oiiicers tor the ensuing year , in the following order : —Bros . Alexander Bassett , Prov . S . G . W . ; B . S . Langley , Prov . J . G . AV . ; Theo . Mansel Talbot . Prov . G . Reg . ; Geo Allen , Prov . G . Sec . ; Robt . Jones , Prov . S . G . I ) . ; Edward . 1 . Morris , Prov . G .. J . B . ; P . H . Rowland , Prov . G . Supt . ot Work .-t ; ii ' . . 1 ) . Michael , Prov . G . Dir . of Cers . ; Jas . Gawn , Prov . G . Org . ; Blunt and Donaldson , Prov . G . Stewards . Bi-o .-N . B . Allen was unanimously re-elected Prov . G . Treas . The R . AV . Prov . Grand Master , accompanied by his officers and the
members of the Prov . Grand Lodge , then visited the Neath Lodge , which was held in the new and extensive school-rooms adjoining tho Masonic Hall , kindly lent for the occasion , aud where the members of the various Lodges of tho district were assembled in goodly numbers , - ''he R . AV . Prov . Grand Master was warmly greeted , tho brethren , under the direction of Bro . F . D . Michael , Prov . G . Dir . of Cers ., giving the customary salutes of welcome in good Masonic style . The R . AV . Prov . Grand Master having acknowledged tho compliment in a very feeling
Mil eloquent address , the brethren formed in procession and proceeded t" the parish church , to attend divine service . The strilion was preached by the rector , the Rev . John Griffiths , who selected for his text , Mica !) vi ., S . "He hath shewed thee , Oman , what is good , and what doth the Lord require of thee , but to do justly ancl to love mercy , and to walk humbly with thy God , " and delivered a most impressive 'aid eloquent discourse , which was most attentively listened to . The Musical service well performed efficient choir
was by au . Bro . Dr . >» ¦ ¦ istfield , Prov . G . Org . for the western division , presided at the organ . At the conclusion of the service , the brethren returned to the Lodge-1 'oom . y i „ the same order , ( preceded bvthe excellent baud of Mr . Hallam , "I the Forest Tin Work-, who bad kindly placed their services at the msposal of the brothron for tin-: day ) , passing through the principal
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streets , which presented a very lively appearance , the windows and balconies being filled with ladies aud interested spectators . Tho usual collection for charity was then made , and the amount liberally contributed was , at the suggestion of the R . AV . Prov . Grand Master , placed at the disposal of the rector for the poor of the town . After which the R . AV . Prov . Grand Master and his officers returned to the Provincial Grand Lodge , which was closed in antient ancl solemn form .
The brethren re-assembled at the Castle Hotel , at four o ' clock , when about ninety sat down to partake of the excellent fare provided for them by Bro . Hancock ; and during the dinner tho band p layed several choice selections , contributing much to their gratification . After the removal of the cloth , the R . AV . Prov . Grand Master gave the customary loyal and Masonic toasts . The health of the R . AV . Prov . Grand Master was proposed iu graceful terms by the D . Prov . Grand Master , Dr . Bird , ancl drunk with full Masonic ; .- honours and tho
greatest enthusiasm . After responding to the toast , tho R . AA . brother vacated the chair , which was taken by Bro . M . Moggridge , the P . Prov . S . G . AV ., and AV . M . of the Swansea Lodge . Bros . Dr . AVastfield and Geo . Allen successively presided at the pianoforte , and the pleasure of the evening was much enhanced by the excellent singing of these brethren , and also of Bros . Gawn , Jno . Jones , H . AA . AVilliams , Angel K . Smith , and others . The greatest praise is due to Bro . P . H . Rowland , AV . M . of the Neath
Lodge , for the excellent manner in which everything was arranged for the convenience of the brethren , which gave eomp ' oto satisfaction . The brethren separated at an early hour , having passed a most agreeable day . The next Provincial Grand Lodge will be hold at Aberdare .
Mark Masonry
MARK MASONRY
PROVINCIAL . BCRKF / SHEAD . —Joppa Lodge ( No . 5 , S . C ) . —The Brethren , of this Lodge held their usual meeting at the Park Hotel , July 27 th , 1 S 59 , Bro . J . P . Piatt , R . W . M ., in the chair ; there was a good attendance of the officers . The following brethren were advanced to the degree of Mark Masters : — Bros . J . B . Hughes No . S 64 ; Jas . Ii . Casson , No . 864 ; S . G . Broomhead , No . 245 ; T . J . Markham , No . 232 ; AV . G . Pinchin . No . 310 .
The Week.
THE WEEK .
THE COURT . —On Friday , afternoon Her Majesty and the Prince Consort embarked on board tho Victoria and Albert at Osborne on a cruise of several days . The Queen was also accompanied by several of the royal children . They visited the islands of Guernsey , Jersey and Alderney , and were everywhere received with enthusiasm , arriving safely at Osborne on Monday morning . There have been no visitors at Osborne House this week . Tuesday was the Duchess of Kent's birthday , and was celebrated in a very quiet way . Prince Alfred has returned from his visit to his brother in Edinburgh .
1 'OREKiM NEWS . —The great Paris event of the week has been the celebration of the f , It ex on Sunday and Monday . On the former day the entry of tbe troops into Paris took place . The emperor and his suite proceeded along the Boulevards from the Basilic to the Place Vendomo amidst the acclamations of the crowd , whicli was immense . The defiling of the troops terminated at half-past two , p . m . Tbe empress and the prince imperial were stationed at the Place Venddme . Before the defile was over a tremendous shower fell , and rain continued during tbe
evening , diminishing the effect of the illuminations , which otherwise were of a very brilliant description . The reception of the troops , which was most enthusiastic along tbo boulevards , was very cold in the faubourg . At the banquet giveu to tho principal chief ' s of the army of Italy , tit the Tuilevies , tbe emperor expressed regret to see separating so soon the elements of a force so well organized and redoubtable . "A part of our soldiers , " said his majesty , "' are going to return to their hearths . You also are going to resume tho occupations of peace . Nevertheless ,
do not forget what we bave done together . If France has done so much for a friendly people , what would she not do for her own independence '! " The short speech contained no political allusion . Two facts of importance are , the formation of a large camp at Lille , under the command of Marshal Niel , an 1 the announcement in the Moniteur of a full amnesty to all individuals who have been condemned for political crimes , or who have beeu the objects of measures of general safety . Tho details of this important measure will bo looked
for with great interest . On Monthly , tit Milan , a solemn fete was celebrated in honour of Napoleon . In the morning a Te , . ' . Oeitm was performed iu the cathedral , in tbe presence of the king , Marshal Vaillant and other officers , the magistrates , and the national guard in grand gala dress . After dinner a spectacle took place in the arena , tl ' . e expenses of which were defrayed by the municipality , and the receipts destined for the wounded . The king , Prince Oarignan , Marshal Vaillant , and about 40 , 000 people were present . Tbe namo of Napoleon was receivfld everywhere with acclamations , Count Arose has arrived
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with it ; and as there were many present who were newly initiated into its mysteries as well as many who had not had that advantage , he ( the speaker ) took tho opportunity of telling them that amidst the revolutions of states and empires , of human laws and customs , Masonry had remained without auy material change in its outward forms . Its pillars had remained unshaken through the rage of every varied storm . Its stability thus showing the soundness of its principles and their conformity to right reason and the best dictates of the human heart , and ho
hoped that one and all present would join with him in the prayer that the Almighty Architect of the universe might preserve the edifice pure and entire to the latest posterity , as it was the asylum of feeble man against tho shafts of adversity , against the perils of strife , and , what was more to be dreaded , against the conflict of his own passions . It inculcated this great maxim as , a means of social happiness—that however separated by seas or distance , distinguished by national character , or divided into sects , the whole , community of mankind ought to regard
each other as members of the same family , for we are all children of the same eternal Father . ( Cheers ) . This toast having been duly responded to , there followed the toasts of " Tho A isiting Brethren , " " The Ladies " ( to wliich the Rev . Bro . Lowe replied ) , " The Prov . Grand Stewards , " whose arrangements were highly and deservedly extolled . "Tho Masonic Charities , " "The health of the Chaplain , " "The Vocalists" ( replied to by Bro . Pearsall ) , & c . Among other distinguished visitors present on the occasion wore Bros .
H . C . Vernon , Prov . G . AI . of AVorcestershire ; Masefield , P . Prov . S . G . AV ., AVoreestershiro ; J . Ross , P . Prov . S . G . D ., AVarwickshire ; J . Machin , P . Prov . S . G . AA ' ., AVarwickshire ; C . J . A igne , P . Prov . S . G . AV ., Somersetshire ; H . K . Harvey , P . Prov . S . G . AV ., Staffordshire ; C . Trubshaw , P . Prov . S . G . AV ., Staffordshire ; Col . Hogg , P . Prov . S . G . AV . Staffordshire ; J . Hallam . P . Prov . S . G . W ., Staffordshire ; Dr . Burton , P . Prov . S . G . W ., Staffordshire ; C . T . Davenport , P . Prov . S . G . AV ., Staffordshire , & c ., & c . AVALES , SOUTH .
PROVINCIAL 0 HAND LODGE AT NEATH . The annual Provincial Grand Lodge was held at the Masonic Hall , Neath , on Friday , the 5 th inst ., under the presidency of the R . AV . Prov . G . M . Colonel C . K . Kemeys-Tynte . supported by Bros . Dr . Bird , D . Prov . G . M . ; M . Moggridge , Prov . S . G . AV . ; J . AV . Russell , P . Prov . G AV . ; It . F . Langley , Prov . G . Reg . ; N . B . Allen , Prov . G . Trea , ; Geo . Allen , Prov . G . Sec . ; R . Jones , Prov . J . G . D . ; F . D . Michael , Prov . G . Dir . of Cers . ; A'fm . Cox , Prov . G . Org ., aud other provincial officers and brethren .
The Prov . Grand Lodge having been opened in solemn form , the minutes of the proceedings of the last Provincial Grand Meeting , at Brecon , were read by the Prov . G . Sec , and duly confirmed ; after which the Prov . G . Treasurer ' s accounts were received , audited , and passed . The R . AV . Prov . Grand Alaster then called the attention of the brethren to a letter from the Grand Secretary on the subject of the Masonic Schools , in which the R . AV . brother appeared to take a strong interest ; he urged the claims oi these institutions forcibl y and earnestly , and recommended
the establishment of provincial committees for the purpose of assisting and extending the advantages of these excellent ch-irities . From the appeal made by the R . AV . Prov . G . M ., we doubt not that at the earliest opportunity the several AY . 'Ms . in the district will bring the subject before their respective Lodges , and will endeavour to co-operate in this good work . v . Tbe usual votes for charitable purposes were then agreed to , viz ., tho annual . subscriptions to the Masonic Schools for Boys and Girls ; to ilie Swansea Deaf and Dumb Asylum , & c : also a donation to the Neath Schools . After which the R . AV . Prov . Grand Master appointed his
oiiicers tor the ensuing year , in the following order : —Bros . Alexander Bassett , Prov . S . G . W . ; B . S . Langley , Prov . J . G . AV . ; Theo . Mansel Talbot . Prov . G . Reg . ; Geo Allen , Prov . G . Sec . ; Robt . Jones , Prov . S . G . I ) . ; Edward . 1 . Morris , Prov . G .. J . B . ; P . H . Rowland , Prov . G . Supt . ot Work .-t ; ii ' . . 1 ) . Michael , Prov . G . Dir . of Cers . ; Jas . Gawn , Prov . G . Org . ; Blunt and Donaldson , Prov . G . Stewards . Bi-o .-N . B . Allen was unanimously re-elected Prov . G . Treas . The R . AV . Prov . Grand Master , accompanied by his officers and the
members of the Prov . Grand Lodge , then visited the Neath Lodge , which was held in the new and extensive school-rooms adjoining tho Masonic Hall , kindly lent for the occasion , aud where the members of the various Lodges of tho district were assembled in goodly numbers , - ''he R . AV . Prov . Grand Master was warmly greeted , tho brethren , under the direction of Bro . F . D . Michael , Prov . G . Dir . of Cers ., giving the customary salutes of welcome in good Masonic style . The R . AV . Prov . Grand Master having acknowledged tho compliment in a very feeling
Mil eloquent address , the brethren formed in procession and proceeded t" the parish church , to attend divine service . The strilion was preached by the rector , the Rev . John Griffiths , who selected for his text , Mica !) vi ., S . "He hath shewed thee , Oman , what is good , and what doth the Lord require of thee , but to do justly ancl to love mercy , and to walk humbly with thy God , " and delivered a most impressive 'aid eloquent discourse , which was most attentively listened to . The Musical service well performed efficient choir
was by au . Bro . Dr . >» ¦ ¦ istfield , Prov . G . Org . for the western division , presided at the organ . At the conclusion of the service , the brethren returned to the Lodge-1 'oom . y i „ the same order , ( preceded bvthe excellent baud of Mr . Hallam , "I the Forest Tin Work-, who bad kindly placed their services at the msposal of the brothron for tin-: day ) , passing through the principal
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streets , which presented a very lively appearance , the windows and balconies being filled with ladies aud interested spectators . Tho usual collection for charity was then made , and the amount liberally contributed was , at the suggestion of the R . AV . Prov . Grand Master , placed at the disposal of the rector for the poor of the town . After which the R . AV . Prov . Grand Master and his officers returned to the Provincial Grand Lodge , which was closed in antient ancl solemn form .
The brethren re-assembled at the Castle Hotel , at four o ' clock , when about ninety sat down to partake of the excellent fare provided for them by Bro . Hancock ; and during the dinner tho band p layed several choice selections , contributing much to their gratification . After the removal of the cloth , the R . AV . Prov . Grand Master gave the customary loyal and Masonic toasts . The health of the R . AV . Prov . Grand Master was proposed iu graceful terms by the D . Prov . Grand Master , Dr . Bird , ancl drunk with full Masonic ; .- honours and tho
greatest enthusiasm . After responding to the toast , tho R . AA . brother vacated the chair , which was taken by Bro . M . Moggridge , the P . Prov . S . G . AV ., and AV . M . of the Swansea Lodge . Bros . Dr . AVastfield and Geo . Allen successively presided at the pianoforte , and the pleasure of the evening was much enhanced by the excellent singing of these brethren , and also of Bros . Gawn , Jno . Jones , H . AA . AVilliams , Angel K . Smith , and others . The greatest praise is due to Bro . P . H . Rowland , AV . M . of the Neath
Lodge , for the excellent manner in which everything was arranged for the convenience of the brethren , which gave eomp ' oto satisfaction . The brethren separated at an early hour , having passed a most agreeable day . The next Provincial Grand Lodge will be hold at Aberdare .
Mark Masonry
MARK MASONRY
PROVINCIAL . BCRKF / SHEAD . —Joppa Lodge ( No . 5 , S . C ) . —The Brethren , of this Lodge held their usual meeting at the Park Hotel , July 27 th , 1 S 59 , Bro . J . P . Piatt , R . W . M ., in the chair ; there was a good attendance of the officers . The following brethren were advanced to the degree of Mark Masters : — Bros . J . B . Hughes No . S 64 ; Jas . Ii . Casson , No . 864 ; S . G . Broomhead , No . 245 ; T . J . Markham , No . 232 ; AV . G . Pinchin . No . 310 .
The Week.
THE WEEK .
THE COURT . —On Friday , afternoon Her Majesty and the Prince Consort embarked on board tho Victoria and Albert at Osborne on a cruise of several days . The Queen was also accompanied by several of the royal children . They visited the islands of Guernsey , Jersey and Alderney , and were everywhere received with enthusiasm , arriving safely at Osborne on Monday morning . There have been no visitors at Osborne House this week . Tuesday was the Duchess of Kent's birthday , and was celebrated in a very quiet way . Prince Alfred has returned from his visit to his brother in Edinburgh .
1 'OREKiM NEWS . —The great Paris event of the week has been the celebration of the f , It ex on Sunday and Monday . On the former day the entry of tbe troops into Paris took place . The emperor and his suite proceeded along the Boulevards from the Basilic to the Place Vendomo amidst the acclamations of the crowd , whicli was immense . The defiling of the troops terminated at half-past two , p . m . Tbe empress and the prince imperial were stationed at the Place Venddme . Before the defile was over a tremendous shower fell , and rain continued during tbe
evening , diminishing the effect of the illuminations , which otherwise were of a very brilliant description . The reception of the troops , which was most enthusiastic along tbo boulevards , was very cold in the faubourg . At the banquet giveu to tho principal chief ' s of the army of Italy , tit the Tuilevies , tbe emperor expressed regret to see separating so soon the elements of a force so well organized and redoubtable . "A part of our soldiers , " said his majesty , "' are going to return to their hearths . You also are going to resume tho occupations of peace . Nevertheless ,
do not forget what we bave done together . If France has done so much for a friendly people , what would she not do for her own independence '! " The short speech contained no political allusion . Two facts of importance are , the formation of a large camp at Lille , under the command of Marshal Niel , an 1 the announcement in the Moniteur of a full amnesty to all individuals who have been condemned for political crimes , or who have beeu the objects of measures of general safety . Tho details of this important measure will bo looked
for with great interest . On Monthly , tit Milan , a solemn fete was celebrated in honour of Napoleon . In the morning a Te , . ' . Oeitm was performed iu the cathedral , in tbe presence of the king , Marshal Vaillant and other officers , the magistrates , and the national guard in grand gala dress . After dinner a spectacle took place in the arena , tl ' . e expenses of which were defrayed by the municipality , and the receipts destined for the wounded . The king , Prince Oarignan , Marshal Vaillant , and about 40 , 000 people were present . Tbe namo of Napoleon was receivfld everywhere with acclamations , Count Arose has arrived