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the members assembled in good force . There were present Sir Knt . Com . T . Manse ! Talbot , P . G . Herald , E . G . ; Sir Knts . Comps . Edward J . . AIorris , F . C ; Thomas G . S mth , S . C ; Rev . T . B . Hosken , Prel . ; AVilliam Cox , Reg . ; D . AVidiams , Treas . ; Charles Bath , D . C ; Rev . C . J . Heartfey , Aim . ; S . B . Power , F . S . B . ; Rev . David Thomas , S . S . B . ; James G . Hail , C of L . ; Geo . Bradford , Herald ; E . IP . Daniel , F . D . Michael , Laurence Tulloch , AVilliam Phillips , S . G . Homfiay , J . R . Heron

Maxwell , and others . The encampment was opened at 1 o ' clock , and Comps . John Trcvillian Jenken and Thomas Robinson being in attendance were admitted , and duly installed K . C . by the E . G ., Sir Knt . Charles Bath , D . C , ably filling tin- post of Expert , in the place of Sir Knt . Robinson , who was unavoidably absent . The Sir Knt . then proceeded to the election of E . C . for the ensuing year , and on the ballot being taken , tbe CE . announced that Sir Knt . Edward J . MorrisF . Chad been unanimousl

, , y chosen to fill the office . Sir Knit . David AVilliains ivas aho unanimously re-elected Treasurer of the encampment . The E . C . informed the Sir Knts . that tho bye-laws proposed for the government of this encampment had been regularly submitted for the approval of the G . M ., and that the Grand Chancellor had been pleased to confirm the same , ivhich would now forthwith be printed ancl distributed among the members . The usual collection was made by the Almonerafter which the

encamp-, ment was closed in ancient form with solemn prayer . The members thereafter dined together at the Mackworth Arms Hotel , the E . C . presiding . A most agreeable evening was passed , the entire arrangements giving the most unqualified satisfaction . The Palestine Encampment now numbers nearly 30 members . Since its formation the arrangements , appointments , and working bave given general satisfaction . The names of all candidates are submitted to a committee of selectionand not

, brought forward unless approved of ; every caie being taken to ensure the continued respectability and to maintain the prestige of the encampment . Most of the members have provided themselves with banners , and thus with the excellent appointments and furniture the encampment now presents a most pleasing appearance . The installation of Sir Kir ) . Edward J . Morris as E . C . will take place early in April , when a large attendance of visitors from Oxford , Bristol Bath , & c , is anticipated .

IRELAND . OlTAGH . —Tyrone Encampment ( No . 332 ) . —The quarterly meeting of this encampment was held at the AAliite Hart Hotel on Feb . 11 th , at seven o ' clock , p . m , Sir Knight Capt . Jenkins , P . G . R ., acting as E . C ; W . T . Black , C . G . ; W . S . Love , K . M . ; Col . Dawson , Treas . ; C . Scott , Rcc ; Rev . R . C . Donnell , Prelate ; Dr . AVest , S . B . ; M . Delany , Sword B . ; S . Adams , S . A . D . C ; A . McEIroy , J . A . D . C ; John Dogherty , E . The Sir Knights

present were W . AVilson , W . Beatty , Joseph R . Fisher , and John Hamilton . Letters of apology were read from Sir J . M . Stewart , Bart ., P . G . M . ; II . L . Montgomery , of AVest Connaught ; F . A . Potterton ; A . C . Adair ; W . 0 . Orr ; R . S . Hamilton , P . G . M . stating their inability to be present . The accounts were audited , showing a handsome balance in favour of the encampment . The following officers were installed for the ensuing year : —Sir Knt . W . F . BlackE . C ; Dr . H .

Thomp-, son , C . G . ; W . S . Love , K . M . ; Col . Dawson , Treas . ; C . Scott , Bee ; Dr . F . West , Expert ; Rev . R . C Donnell , Prolate ; J . R , Fisher , S . A . D . C ; S . Adair , S . B . ; Capt , R . S . Hamilton , Sword B . ; A . McEIroy , J . A . D . C ; John Dogherty , Equery . This ceremony was ably performed by Sir Knt . Jenkins , P . E . C Seven gentlemen , B . A . Companions , were balloted for to be installed at next meeting , ou May 13 th . It was unanimously resolved that Rev . 11 . C . DonnellPrelateshould send a letter of

, , Christian sympathy to Sir Knt . Charles Eccles , P . E . C , from and on behalf of the I ' ratres of this encampment , assuring him of their esteem and the deep sorrow they all feel at his long and dangerous illness . Alms were collected , and encampment closed with prajer at nine o ' clock . The Sir Knts . adjourned to refreshment , which was supplied in the usual creditable style of Bro . Muller , the proprietor of tbe AVhite Hart Hotel ; after the good cheer was partaken ofthe E . C . gave the loyal and Masonic

, toasts with the accustomed honours . Sir Knt . Jenkens , in proposing the health of Sir Knt . Black , E . C , congratulated the fratres on having such a popular gentleman and worthy Mason at the bead of the Tyrone Encampment , and was happy to sec such progress as this encampment had made , now only two years in existence , and numbering more than fitly Sir Knights who were installed in it . He was sure that the same satisfactory

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state of affairs would continue , and that those who came from the adjacent counties to join it would be highly pleased with the way the ceremonies were conducted , and which reflected great credit on the E . C . and officers who belonged to it . Sir Knt . Black , E . G ., in returning thanks to Sir Knt . Jenkins , P . E . C , and the fratres for the kind reception they had given him , begged to assure them that nothing would be wanting on his part to endeavour to promote the welfare of the Tyrone

Encampment . It was with heartfelt sorrow that the place of his dear friend ancl worthy Knt . Comp . Charles Eccles , their late E . G ., was vacant , although he folt bow difficult a task it wonld be fir him to succeed one who had endeared himself to all who knew him , whose name was a waIchw ' ord , not only in Tyrone but throughout thc north of Ireland , and who was now suffering under a painful and dangerous diseasewithout a chance of their

, ever meeting again on this side of the grave ; but it was a consolation to know that through the meiits of their Heavenly Captain , they would all meet in the Grand Lodge above . Sir Knt . Black proposed " The health of the Officers / ' who , he felt sure , would render him all the assistance possible during his year of office . Sir Knts . AVest , Love , aud Col . D . nvson returned thanks . Sir Knt . Dr . AA ' est proposed "The health of Capt .

Jenkins , " who always came GO miles to give them his able assistance , a' -d who never was absent at a single meeting of the encampment , the success of which was chiefly clue to his zeal and exertions . Sir Knt . Jenkins suitably responded , and was happy to see another Sir Knt . present , Joseph R . Fisher , A \ . M . of G 96 , who even came further than he did to attend . Sir Knt . Dr . West and Capt . Jenkins sang some very appropriate songs , and added much to the harmony and kindly feelings that were displayed by all present .

Masonic Festivities.

MASONIC FESTIVITIES .

HULL GRA 2 TO MASONIC BALL . A grand ball in connection with the Humber Lodge of Freemasons was recently held at the Public Rooms , Jai-ratt-street . Viewed in every aspect , it was a success . The attendance of the Masonic fraternity and their friends was large , upwards of 200 being present .

Everything ivhich could contribute to the eclat of the event had been provided for , and tho ball of last evening transcended any similar entertainment given by Musoiis . The decorations were perfect , and the whole appeared tobe in harmony . The approaches to thc hall , usually sobare , were rendered attractive , and a gay-cr scene could not be imagined . Tho excellent music discoursed by

Close ' s and Rifle Bands was appreciated by the company- Tho ball was prolonged to a very late hour . A most excellent and recherche supper was provided by Mr . George Peacock . Amongst the gentlemen present we noticed the AVorshipful Master , Capt . John Wilson ; the Senior and Junior Wardens , the Senior and Junior Deacons , and others .

Grimsby Full Dress Masonic Ball.

GRIMSBY FULL DRESS MASONIC BALL .

Tho fashionable portion of the Grimsby public have seldom been so gay , and never appeared to such advantage as on Friday evening in the Town Hall . The object of thc ball was in every way worthy of the occasion . The Freemasons of Grimsby , though numerous and influential , have not a place of meeting worthy the Pelliam Pillar Lodge . The ball was a great Masonic treat in

itself , and if the result be a fair balance towards a neiv Masonic hall , everyone will think it a matter of rejoicing . AVe refer with pleasure to the able manner in which Bro . Eobiuson performed the duties of M . C ., so that from beginning to end the programme was carried through without mistake or confusion . The AV . M . ( Bro . Copelnnd ) acted throughout with good judgment , and was

ably assisted by the worthy Mayor . Tho committee had arranged that the wives aud children of Masons should be permitted to occupy the gallery from ei ght to eleven o ' clock , and the privilege was gladly embraced by many