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Consecration Of The Lodge Of King Solomon, No. 2029.
At the conclusion of the Consecration Brother B . W . Richardson , tho W . M . designate , was formerly presented and installed as first W . M . He in duo course invested as his Wardens Bros . VV . Chnbb ( Senior ) , and Harrison Branthwaito ( Junior ) . Bro . Sir Philip Cunliffo Owen , K . C . M . G ., C . B ., CLE , & c , who had boon nominated for the post of Treasurer , was formally ducted to that office , and also named as acting I . P . M . for tho coming year . Brother Harry Tipper
was the only other Officer whoso appointment was made at this fathering , he being invested as Secretary ; the other appointments were left to a subsequent meeting . After tho addresses had been delivered the Consecrating Officer and his assistants were thanked for their service- ' , and the complimeut of honorary membership was conferred on them . Propositions from candidates , both for joining and initiation , were then handed in , and after a short address from the W . M . Lodge was closed .
Tbe brethren repaired to the Holborn Restaurant , where a banquet was serveu" in character with tho tenets propounded by tho founders of this new Lodge . But the lavish display of " temperance " beverages—whether due to the executive of the Restaurant , who desired to shew what they really could do under snch novel circumstances , or to an over-estimato of the company's capacity for
" modest quenchers " we are unable to say—did not coincide with our ideas of what should be provided at a "Temperance" banquet . We are somewhat old fashioned in our notions , and whilo we do not object to tho time-honoured allowance of a bottle of wine a man , we must certainly issue a protest against more than threo bottles a man of" uncertain " drinks , however harmless they may be guaranteed .
We do not say this in a spirit of opposition to the desires of the founders , but as they have started on a crusade whioh will of necessity call down on them a shower of criticism , they must also be prepared for a little " chaff . " There are donbtless many who would support them , but , unfortunately , for every one who urges the drinking of water or compounds of questionable composition , there may be
found another who will como forward and tell ns of the dangers existing in a glass of the former , or the evil 3 which may be introduced into a bottle of the latter . The truth of this was exemplified on the occasion we are now commenting on , when Bro . Dr . Jabez Hog " , a surgeon _ of no mean ability , and a Past Grand Officer of EngTand , painted in harrowing terms the condition of the present water supply .
The Rev . Bro . Woodford in responding for the Grand Officers said he should be the most unconscionable of mortals if , after trespassing so long on their attention in Lodge , he again made a trial of their patience . If brevity be the soul of wit , it was also the perfection of Masonio speech . On behalf of tho friends with him to-day he might say they were fnlly sensible of the honour done them . It was always
a pleasure to answer the summons of the esteemed Grand Secretary and assist him in those arduous duties and peregrinations of his , when he undertakes the consecration of new Lodges . In speaking to the next toast , the health of Bro . Col . Shadwell H . Clerke , the W . M . expressed his high opinion of the Consecrating Officer ' s qualifications , and pointed out that the Order owed a great deal of its
present unexampled prosperity to the admirable manner in which tbe duties of Grand Secretary were performed . Never at any time were they carried out more to the satisfaction and welfare of the Craft . Bro . Col . Shadwell H . Clerke said he was desply appreciative of the kind words of the W . M ., far too flattering , and of tho warm reception accorded to him by the brethren present . He could truly say his heart
was in his work , and all his best efforts were and wonld be continuall y directed to fulfil , efficiently the responsibilities of the high office committed to him by His Royal Highness . He could assure the brethren his post was not quite a sinecure . He had had very great pleasure in taking the chief part in the ceremony that day , as representing the Grand Master , and he rejoiced to see so numerous
an assemblage to start the new Lodge . He felt sure , from what he had witnessed that day that the Lodge of King Solomon was destined to bave a successful career , and to fill a conspicuous position on tbe brand Lod ge roll . He had addressed them so often and BO lengthil y that day , that he should forbear from trespassing further
on their attention than by proposing the health of their W . M . Bro . Richardson was well known for his activity in other sciences and other departments . He was fully assured he wonld most admirably ischarge the duties which now devolved upon him , and that alike in is work and his rule he would seek to excel . It was rather a
° " coincidence that their W . M . had been initiated by his present •"'» *> e mentioned this becanse Bro . Richardson wa 3 an old Freem ason and P . M ., who , after some years of inactivity , had now resumed T , n tne Craft . He wished him all health , happiness , and success , j ° 5 nowled gment , the Worshipful Master said he felt very deeply eed the honour conferred upon him by his brethren in
selectionkin 1 firSfc Worshi P Master . He shonld never forget their anr . £ - be should always endeavour to merit their confidence and allnr ? " tlon - He thought tho time had como when he might fairlv Kin % 1 great end anil oh i ecb of tho formation of the Lodge of ¦ i ° 0 ID 0 Di Ifc was foundedas all knewas a Lodge
m A , , Temperance frcmal ^ v , r Pe' " ance P rmci P J t , ) at " to sa J '> on abstinence As th " intoxicating beverages at their social gatherings , to evn ' l ™ ? " ° great autl '"" Poi-tant reality , he desired more fully Tenm lmself - There were three points of view fiom which the perance qnestion was annroached hv different minds . Thnrp ma
think fl 3 Wb ° TVero affected , vitn actual horror , as they wero led to to rear a dire effect 8 of the Vernon Drink . It was awful to them effects f i-7 8 ° ' P erson 3 diecl annually in these islands from the ahtv nf ° ti ancl tllat ' overwl | elming proportion of tho crimintbinV o ' M- C ° nntry nli 8 hfc fae tracecl to Ar ' - Tll ° y thought every - where ' ° b ° doile to restl'alu sn ° h groat and alarming evils , elfish hT ttlose > secondly , who took a utilitarian , somewhat H ... I . ' . t n ° t Unwortbv view of tho rinpstt ' nn . Thov t . h . uiwht
they mLu , ning from alcoholic effects and excitements , a "d <* ene It roraovo c 1 iseaso . augment health , prolong life , a "d nati r ' y aclcl to their persoual happiness , domestic com fort , Brat -I wellbeing . He quite agreed with these , as with the t- 'ass , and thought their viewa deserving of every cousidera-
Consecration Of The Lodge Of King Solomon, No. 2029.
tion . TbeTO was a third class who , like himself , looked afc tbe drink question as a physical question . He could not , from scientific research or experiment ascertain that alcoholic drinks did any one any good , or in any way added to our physical health or mental wellbeing . On the contrary , he believed that tho body was rendered stronger and more efficient for work , and tho mind clearer aud less
easily wearied by abstinence from stimulants , and that Freemasonry , which was marked by very striking principlos , and productive of many benefits to mankind , might attain , by tbe adoption of Temperance principles , a still more elevated position than it had ever yet reached . Therefore it was that Temperance Lodges wore forming ; therefore the Lodge of King Solomon had been consecrated that dav ; and
while under his Mastership it would alway remain true to these drinciples . To alt the brethren for their confidence and sympathy he was indeed most truly grateful , and could trnly , with Hamlet , de . clare , " Beggar that I am , I am even poor in thanks ; but I thank yon . " Amongst tho other speakers of the evening was Bro . Barratt of Plymouth , the Worshipful Master of St . George ' s Lodge , who made , in
replying to the toast of the other Temperance Lodges , some inter , esting statements . He said that the principal of having such Lodges was rapidly spreading ; thero was a Temperance Lodge at Sheffield , the WoIsel « y at Manchester , the St . George ' s afc Plymouth , the King Solomon in London , and a warrant had been obtained for the Londonderry afc Sunderland . At tho present time he knew there were
seventeen petitions being prepared for as many Temperance Lodges in different parts of England , whilo in Ireland and Scotland there were many more . He sincerely believed they would do a great deal of good . The musical arrangements of the day were entrusted to Bro . Ganz , whose splendid playing on the pianoforte was a feature of the evening that gave unqualified gratification .
Obituary.
Obituary .
THE PROVINOIAL GRAND MASTER OF SOUTH WALES ( WESTERN DIVISION ) . THE death is announced , as having taken place on the 5 th inst ., of Col . John A . Lloyd-Phillips , who has for close on eleven years held the chief office in the Masonic Province of South Wales ( Western Division ) , his appointment thereto bearing date the 24 th November 1873 .
Col . Lloyd-Phillips was , without question , a thorough representative type of the men we look for as rulers of a Province . He was a jovial companion and never seemed so much at ease as when joining in festivities with the brethren where a rigid observance of ceremonial and
etiquette could be dispensed with . In South Wales his loss will be severely felt , while throughout England the mention of his name will call to mind the deeds of one who strove to the best of his ability to advance the interests of those around him . His strongest claim on the
Craft , outside his connection with Grand Lodge , was perhaps his Presidency on behalf of the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution last year , when it will be remembered he was loyally supported at the Festival , both by the members of his own district and by the English Craft generally .
Brother Richard Pearcy.
BROTHER RICHARD PEARCY .
WE very much doubt if there is a regular attendant at one of the Northern Lodges of Instruction of the Metropolis who did not know the late Bro . R . Pearcy . He was one of those brethren who , gifted with au aptitude for learning themselves , are ever ready to impart their knowledge to
others . Bro . Pearcy was one of our most painstaking Preceptors , and as such came into frequent contact with a large number of brethren among whom the news of his comparatively early decease will create the greatest regret ,
as in many ways our deceased brother had gained respect . His death took place on Tuesday , the 10 th instant , at his residence , Packington Street , Islington . Brother Pearcy was initiated in the United Strength Lodge , No . 228 , and served the office of W . M . therein . At the time of his
death he was about sixty years of age . The funeral is fixed for this day ( Saturday ) , at 2 o ' clock , at Highgate Cemetery .
Ad01104
EDUCATION , — HAMBURG . Bro . JOHN A . NEECK , 9 Bundesstrasse , HAMBURG Is prepared to receive into his Famil y TWO OR THREE ENGLISH YOUTHS AS BOARDERS During the time they attend School in this City . CAREFUL SUPERVISION , K 1 HD TREATMENT , BEST BODILY & MENTAL CARE , High . Eeferences in . England and Hamburg . IFIE & OSIPIECTTJS ZFRIEIE .
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Consecration Of The Lodge Of King Solomon, No. 2029.
At the conclusion of the Consecration Brother B . W . Richardson , tho W . M . designate , was formerly presented and installed as first W . M . He in duo course invested as his Wardens Bros . VV . Chnbb ( Senior ) , and Harrison Branthwaito ( Junior ) . Bro . Sir Philip Cunliffo Owen , K . C . M . G ., C . B ., CLE , & c , who had boon nominated for the post of Treasurer , was formally ducted to that office , and also named as acting I . P . M . for tho coming year . Brother Harry Tipper
was the only other Officer whoso appointment was made at this fathering , he being invested as Secretary ; the other appointments were left to a subsequent meeting . After tho addresses had been delivered the Consecrating Officer and his assistants were thanked for their service- ' , and the complimeut of honorary membership was conferred on them . Propositions from candidates , both for joining and initiation , were then handed in , and after a short address from the W . M . Lodge was closed .
Tbe brethren repaired to the Holborn Restaurant , where a banquet was serveu" in character with tho tenets propounded by tho founders of this new Lodge . But the lavish display of " temperance " beverages—whether due to the executive of the Restaurant , who desired to shew what they really could do under snch novel circumstances , or to an over-estimato of the company's capacity for
" modest quenchers " we are unable to say—did not coincide with our ideas of what should be provided at a "Temperance" banquet . We are somewhat old fashioned in our notions , and whilo we do not object to tho time-honoured allowance of a bottle of wine a man , we must certainly issue a protest against more than threo bottles a man of" uncertain " drinks , however harmless they may be guaranteed .
We do not say this in a spirit of opposition to the desires of the founders , but as they have started on a crusade whioh will of necessity call down on them a shower of criticism , they must also be prepared for a little " chaff . " There are donbtless many who would support them , but , unfortunately , for every one who urges the drinking of water or compounds of questionable composition , there may be
found another who will como forward and tell ns of the dangers existing in a glass of the former , or the evil 3 which may be introduced into a bottle of the latter . The truth of this was exemplified on the occasion we are now commenting on , when Bro . Dr . Jabez Hog " , a surgeon _ of no mean ability , and a Past Grand Officer of EngTand , painted in harrowing terms the condition of the present water supply .
The Rev . Bro . Woodford in responding for the Grand Officers said he should be the most unconscionable of mortals if , after trespassing so long on their attention in Lodge , he again made a trial of their patience . If brevity be the soul of wit , it was also the perfection of Masonio speech . On behalf of tho friends with him to-day he might say they were fnlly sensible of the honour done them . It was always
a pleasure to answer the summons of the esteemed Grand Secretary and assist him in those arduous duties and peregrinations of his , when he undertakes the consecration of new Lodges . In speaking to the next toast , the health of Bro . Col . Shadwell H . Clerke , the W . M . expressed his high opinion of the Consecrating Officer ' s qualifications , and pointed out that the Order owed a great deal of its
present unexampled prosperity to the admirable manner in which tbe duties of Grand Secretary were performed . Never at any time were they carried out more to the satisfaction and welfare of the Craft . Bro . Col . Shadwell H . Clerke said he was desply appreciative of the kind words of the W . M ., far too flattering , and of tho warm reception accorded to him by the brethren present . He could truly say his heart
was in his work , and all his best efforts were and wonld be continuall y directed to fulfil , efficiently the responsibilities of the high office committed to him by His Royal Highness . He could assure the brethren his post was not quite a sinecure . He had had very great pleasure in taking the chief part in the ceremony that day , as representing the Grand Master , and he rejoiced to see so numerous
an assemblage to start the new Lodge . He felt sure , from what he had witnessed that day that the Lodge of King Solomon was destined to bave a successful career , and to fill a conspicuous position on tbe brand Lod ge roll . He had addressed them so often and BO lengthil y that day , that he should forbear from trespassing further
on their attention than by proposing the health of their W . M . Bro . Richardson was well known for his activity in other sciences and other departments . He was fully assured he wonld most admirably ischarge the duties which now devolved upon him , and that alike in is work and his rule he would seek to excel . It was rather a
° " coincidence that their W . M . had been initiated by his present •"'» *> e mentioned this becanse Bro . Richardson wa 3 an old Freem ason and P . M ., who , after some years of inactivity , had now resumed T , n tne Craft . He wished him all health , happiness , and success , j ° 5 nowled gment , the Worshipful Master said he felt very deeply eed the honour conferred upon him by his brethren in
selectionkin 1 firSfc Worshi P Master . He shonld never forget their anr . £ - be should always endeavour to merit their confidence and allnr ? " tlon - He thought tho time had como when he might fairlv Kin % 1 great end anil oh i ecb of tho formation of the Lodge of ¦ i ° 0 ID 0 Di Ifc was foundedas all knewas a Lodge
m A , , Temperance frcmal ^ v , r Pe' " ance P rmci P J t , ) at " to sa J '> on abstinence As th " intoxicating beverages at their social gatherings , to evn ' l ™ ? " ° great autl '"" Poi-tant reality , he desired more fully Tenm lmself - There were three points of view fiom which the perance qnestion was annroached hv different minds . Thnrp ma
think fl 3 Wb ° TVero affected , vitn actual horror , as they wero led to to rear a dire effect 8 of the Vernon Drink . It was awful to them effects f i-7 8 ° ' P erson 3 diecl annually in these islands from the ahtv nf ° ti ancl tllat ' overwl | elming proportion of tho crimintbinV o ' M- C ° nntry nli 8 hfc fae tracecl to Ar ' - Tll ° y thought every - where ' ° b ° doile to restl'alu sn ° h groat and alarming evils , elfish hT ttlose > secondly , who took a utilitarian , somewhat H ... I . ' . t n ° t Unwortbv view of tho rinpstt ' nn . Thov t . h . uiwht
they mLu , ning from alcoholic effects and excitements , a "d <* ene It roraovo c 1 iseaso . augment health , prolong life , a "d nati r ' y aclcl to their persoual happiness , domestic com fort , Brat -I wellbeing . He quite agreed with these , as with the t- 'ass , and thought their viewa deserving of every cousidera-
Consecration Of The Lodge Of King Solomon, No. 2029.
tion . TbeTO was a third class who , like himself , looked afc tbe drink question as a physical question . He could not , from scientific research or experiment ascertain that alcoholic drinks did any one any good , or in any way added to our physical health or mental wellbeing . On the contrary , he believed that tho body was rendered stronger and more efficient for work , and tho mind clearer aud less
easily wearied by abstinence from stimulants , and that Freemasonry , which was marked by very striking principlos , and productive of many benefits to mankind , might attain , by tbe adoption of Temperance principles , a still more elevated position than it had ever yet reached . Therefore it was that Temperance Lodges wore forming ; therefore the Lodge of King Solomon had been consecrated that dav ; and
while under his Mastership it would alway remain true to these drinciples . To alt the brethren for their confidence and sympathy he was indeed most truly grateful , and could trnly , with Hamlet , de . clare , " Beggar that I am , I am even poor in thanks ; but I thank yon . " Amongst tho other speakers of the evening was Bro . Barratt of Plymouth , the Worshipful Master of St . George ' s Lodge , who made , in
replying to the toast of the other Temperance Lodges , some inter , esting statements . He said that the principal of having such Lodges was rapidly spreading ; thero was a Temperance Lodge at Sheffield , the WoIsel « y at Manchester , the St . George ' s afc Plymouth , the King Solomon in London , and a warrant had been obtained for the Londonderry afc Sunderland . At tho present time he knew there were
seventeen petitions being prepared for as many Temperance Lodges in different parts of England , whilo in Ireland and Scotland there were many more . He sincerely believed they would do a great deal of good . The musical arrangements of the day were entrusted to Bro . Ganz , whose splendid playing on the pianoforte was a feature of the evening that gave unqualified gratification .
Obituary.
Obituary .
THE PROVINOIAL GRAND MASTER OF SOUTH WALES ( WESTERN DIVISION ) . THE death is announced , as having taken place on the 5 th inst ., of Col . John A . Lloyd-Phillips , who has for close on eleven years held the chief office in the Masonic Province of South Wales ( Western Division ) , his appointment thereto bearing date the 24 th November 1873 .
Col . Lloyd-Phillips was , without question , a thorough representative type of the men we look for as rulers of a Province . He was a jovial companion and never seemed so much at ease as when joining in festivities with the brethren where a rigid observance of ceremonial and
etiquette could be dispensed with . In South Wales his loss will be severely felt , while throughout England the mention of his name will call to mind the deeds of one who strove to the best of his ability to advance the interests of those around him . His strongest claim on the
Craft , outside his connection with Grand Lodge , was perhaps his Presidency on behalf of the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution last year , when it will be remembered he was loyally supported at the Festival , both by the members of his own district and by the English Craft generally .
Brother Richard Pearcy.
BROTHER RICHARD PEARCY .
WE very much doubt if there is a regular attendant at one of the Northern Lodges of Instruction of the Metropolis who did not know the late Bro . R . Pearcy . He was one of those brethren who , gifted with au aptitude for learning themselves , are ever ready to impart their knowledge to
others . Bro . Pearcy was one of our most painstaking Preceptors , and as such came into frequent contact with a large number of brethren among whom the news of his comparatively early decease will create the greatest regret ,
as in many ways our deceased brother had gained respect . His death took place on Tuesday , the 10 th instant , at his residence , Packington Street , Islington . Brother Pearcy was initiated in the United Strength Lodge , No . 228 , and served the office of W . M . therein . At the time of his
death he was about sixty years of age . The funeral is fixed for this day ( Saturday ) , at 2 o ' clock , at Highgate Cemetery .
Ad01104
EDUCATION , — HAMBURG . Bro . JOHN A . NEECK , 9 Bundesstrasse , HAMBURG Is prepared to receive into his Famil y TWO OR THREE ENGLISH YOUTHS AS BOARDERS During the time they attend School in this City . CAREFUL SUPERVISION , K 1 HD TREATMENT , BEST BODILY & MENTAL CARE , High . Eeferences in . England and Hamburg . IFIE & OSIPIECTTJS ZFRIEIE .