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Correspondence.
ourselves he is not an atheist . In consequence we have among ns brethren of all creeds and denominations , and while the great mass of Masons in this country at least are of one faitb , it seems manifestly improper to me that there should be any allusion whatever in the Lodge room to any religions subject which might give offence to sectarian or denominational prejudice .
" Objections have been mado to the language of onr Ritual , and some have desired a change in that particular ; but while it is not probable that snch a change could be effected , special reference to any dominant faith can and shonld be avoided . Let it be understood that the Lodge room is a common ground where the children of the Great Father may come together , united in
adoration of His name , withont the nse of a word calculated to make any Brother feel he is not in harmony with the whole . " The fact is American Masons pretend to bo very pious , but , I am sorry to say , that neither truth nor justice forms part of their piety ; and , however muoh they may pretend to be horrified about French
Masonry , I blnntly confess that French Masonry is more in accord with truth , justice , and genuine piety , than the so-called Masonry in America is . Faithfully yours , JACOB NOKTON . BOSTON . 26 th December 1890 .
Obituary.
Obituary .
Wo have this week to record another break , by the grim destroyer Death , in the ranks of membership of St . Michael ' s Lodge , No . 211 . Bro . Henry Green , after only a few days' illness , departed this life last week , and was buried in Ilford Churchyard , on Monday , the 12 th inst .,
amid every possible token of the respect and esteem in which he was deservedly held . Bro . Henry Green was initiated in the St . Michael ' s Lodge , on the 13 th November 1877 , but he never aspired to office . He was , however , at all times ready to assist in advancing the true sentiments
of Freemasonry . At the funeral No . 211 was represented by its W . M . Bro . Harry Nash , by the Treasurer , and by one of its Past Masters . Amongst others who were present were Bros . George Green ( partner of tho deceased ) , E . Wood , 765 . and W . Brown .
Wo regret to announce tho death of Bro . William Fenwick Eaeburn , of 27 George ' s-road , Newcastle . The deceased gentleman was one of the representatives of Messrs . John Abbot and Co ., Limited , Gateshead , with which firm he waa connected for many years . As a member of the
Masonic body he was elected Master by his brethren of Lodge of Industry , No . 48 , Jackson-street , Gateshead , in the spring of last year . He was also a member of other Lodges , and took the liveliest interest in everything pertaining to the mystic art . Only a few weeks ago he
attended the funeral of a brother Mason whom he held in the highest esteem , and on that occasion complained of cold . Some time after , ho became unwell , and was confined to his house , during tho past few days , suffering from congestion of the lungK , which terminated fatally on Monday , the 5 th inst .
The mortal remains of Bro . Godfrey Thomas were interred at Llantwit Cemetery , Neath , on Friday , 9 th inst ., amid general manifestations of regret . The funeral was
attended by a large number of the residents of the town and district . Deceased was a member of the Neath Lodge of Freemasons , and in tbe cortege were several members of that body . II llfll—M II ¦¦¦^^¦ IIM M il— IM 1 HIIIH l >« lMI « IIIMI
The weekly meetings of the Finsbury Lodgo of Instruction , No . 861 , were re-commenced on Tuesday , tbe 13 th January 1891 , at 7 o ' clock , a , t the Goose and Gridiron , London House Yard , St . Paul's Church Yard , E . C .
According to a contemporary , the members of a Chicago Freemasons' Lodge , numbering 300 , have agreed to let portions of skin be taken from their bodies for grafting on John Oscar Dickenson , a cancer patient and Freemason .
The name of the Lodge is not given , the iuformation arriving by telegram . Although there is no limit to a Freemason ' s charity , it would be interesting to have the particular Lodge mentioned which is identified with this gift of flesh to replace that of an afflicted Brother .
Hoi . iowAt ' s OI . N ' IMEITT Asc PILLS . — -As winter advances ami tho woither becomes more and more inclement and trying , the earliest evidences oi ill health must be immediately checked and removed , or a f . lipht illness may result in a serious malady . Relaxed and soro throat , qninse . v , influcnzi , chronic cough , bronchitis , anil most other pulmonary . lffittions will be Ointment into the skin irl
relieved by rubbing this cooling as ne . y as practicable to the teat of mischief . This treatment , simple , yet effective , is admirably adapted for the lemoval of these diseases during infancy and youth . Old asthmatic invalids will derive marvellous rcliuf from the use of Holloway ' s remedies , which havo wonderfully relieved mn ly such sufferers , iiml | rc-establishetl health after every other means had signally tailed .
The Theatres. &C.
THE THEATRES . & c .
Empire . —The management of this popular placo of amusement have introduced a pantomimic ballet as their holiday attraction , which has quickly achieved a remarkable success . It is in five tableaux or acts , and has been arranged by Madame Katti Lanner , and the Music is specially composed by Leopold lVrenzel . "Dolly " is a true pantomime , for never a word is spoken throughout , yet the
story is intelligible enough , thanks to the art of the principal personages . Walter , a toymaker , Signorina M . Cavalazzi , has constructed a beautiful mechanical doll , whioh he takes to the house of Mr . Pompons to sell , but he asks too muoh for it , and the rich man refuses to buy it . Meanwhile the children seize the doll and destroy it , and on demanding compensation from Mr . Pompous Walter is
driven from the door . As his family are starving he is in great grief , when he is visited by Dolly , the fairy of the toys , Signorina Emma Palladino , who leads him to the toy shop , a veritable children ' s paradise . Here we see toys of all sorts and sizes , to the number of some hundreds , who , forming themselves into procession , march and dance ronnd the stage to the inordinate delight of the
youngsters and , we may add , of those of a larger growth also . This scene is received with applause , whioh is thoroughly well deserved . The other tableaux show the retribution that overtakes Mr . Pompous and his family , and the final scene , in Fairyland , is of the most dazzling description . Besides those already mentioned , we most add the names of Signor Albertieri as the Gnome , Signora Bettini de Sortis
as Snowflake , and Mdlle . iEnea the flying dancer , all of whom perform their allotted tasks with tho utmost skill , agility and grace . Tbe variety portion of the entertainment is also amusing , tbe ballads , sung by Miss Lucy Clarke , the operatic selections of Mdlle . Jnana , and the eccentricities of Mdlle . Vanoni are all very enjoyable , while the pretty ballet of "Ceoile" brings the programme to a successful termination .
Terry ' s . —Mr . Montague Roby ' s Midget Minstrels will give a series of matinees at the above theatre , commencing Monday , the 19 th inst . Mr . Roby's is the only children's minstrel troupe in the world , and some idea may be formed of the merits of the performance from the foot tbat they have grown steadily in popularity during the past four years . The performance is to all intents and purposes of the
well-known minstrel type , but of a superior kind . The departures from the orthodox lines of minstrelsy may be briefly summed up . In the first place the company consists of both boys and girls , and the introduction of female voices is a great improvement from a musical point of view . The boys only appear with blackened faces , presenting a striking and effective contrast to the girls . The first
part of the programme consists of many of tho loveliest songs , new and old , interspersed with comic nigger songs and some admirably rendered choruses , including the market chorus from " Masiniello , " and the well known "Anvil Glioma" from " II Trovatore . " Those items are rendered with inconceivable smartness aud correctness , and with irresistible drollery and merriment . The second part opens
with a sketch , specially adapted to the tastes of the young folk , followed by a piccolo solo , Balfe ' s " Excelsior , " arranged as a grand ohorns , and perhaps not the least enchanting item is a song and dance by Miss Nellie Merlon . Last on the programme is the faroial sketch by Mr . B . Soane Roby entitled " Snooks . " Wo venture to predict this sketch , so perfectly stage managed and so admirably
acted , will come us a surprise to London . The title role is played by Master J . M . Richardson , oldest son of Billy Richardson , of Stump speech fame . It may be mentioned that during a recent visit to Dablin the Marchioness of Londonderry personally complimented Mr . M . Roby on the excellence of his compauy , and Mr . Terry is to be oongratnlated on their engagement .
Bro . J . A . Collings ' s Annual Smoking Concert will take place at tbe Banqueting Ball , St . James ' s Hall , Regent Street , on Wednesday next , tbe 21 st inst . Bro . Collings has received promises of support from a strong contingent of the most successful artistes of the day , and we are convinced those who give our brother their support will be provided with a first class entertainment .
On Wednesday , the 7 th inst ., a grand ball took place in the Town Hall , Ryde , under the banners of tho East Medina Lodge , No . 175 , and the Ryde Lodge , No . 698 . The larger hall was nicely famished and decorated with handsome plants . The pedestal chair and banner of the East Medina Lodge were at the stage end of the
hall , and those of the Ryde Lodge at the opposite end . The smaller hall was tastefully laid out as a supper room , under the supervision of Mr . A . S . Marlow . The mnsic was supplied by the splendid band of the Royal Marine Light Infantry , and dancing commenced about 930 . There was a large attendance .
" P ITCHFORK r . vo . "—An emergency meeting of Lodge Dramatic , No . 571 ( S . C . ) was held on the 29 th ult ., in the Hall , 30 Hope-street , Glasgow , Bro . J . C . M'Donald R . W . M . in the chair . Applications for admission to the Craft were read from Dan Godfrey Jan ., conductor of mnsic ; Fred . W . Davis and Wm . Wallis , musicians ; and Wm . John Findlay ( W . Wilbert ) artist . Tho ballot being clear , the four
candidates received the Apprentice degree at the hands of Bro . John Gillespie , and then the Fellow Craft degree from Bro . Wm . Algie , and were afterwards made Master Mnsons by Bro . David Mearns . This was done in presence of a good number of musical and theatrical brethren . The reason for giving the three degrees at once was that the candidates , who bad been performing in Glasgow , were compelled to leave the town during the week . —Era .
Bro . Jno . J . Purney was installed W . M . of the Loyal Monmouth Lodge of Freemasons on Tuesday , the Gth inst . The installation ceremony was performed by Bro . Captain S . G . Homfray D . P . G . M . Monmouth . After the W . M . had appointed his Officers , the brethren dined together at the King ' s Head Hotel .
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Correspondence.
ourselves he is not an atheist . In consequence we have among ns brethren of all creeds and denominations , and while the great mass of Masons in this country at least are of one faitb , it seems manifestly improper to me that there should be any allusion whatever in the Lodge room to any religions subject which might give offence to sectarian or denominational prejudice .
" Objections have been mado to the language of onr Ritual , and some have desired a change in that particular ; but while it is not probable that snch a change could be effected , special reference to any dominant faith can and shonld be avoided . Let it be understood that the Lodge room is a common ground where the children of the Great Father may come together , united in
adoration of His name , withont the nse of a word calculated to make any Brother feel he is not in harmony with the whole . " The fact is American Masons pretend to bo very pious , but , I am sorry to say , that neither truth nor justice forms part of their piety ; and , however muoh they may pretend to be horrified about French
Masonry , I blnntly confess that French Masonry is more in accord with truth , justice , and genuine piety , than the so-called Masonry in America is . Faithfully yours , JACOB NOKTON . BOSTON . 26 th December 1890 .
Obituary.
Obituary .
Wo have this week to record another break , by the grim destroyer Death , in the ranks of membership of St . Michael ' s Lodge , No . 211 . Bro . Henry Green , after only a few days' illness , departed this life last week , and was buried in Ilford Churchyard , on Monday , the 12 th inst .,
amid every possible token of the respect and esteem in which he was deservedly held . Bro . Henry Green was initiated in the St . Michael ' s Lodge , on the 13 th November 1877 , but he never aspired to office . He was , however , at all times ready to assist in advancing the true sentiments
of Freemasonry . At the funeral No . 211 was represented by its W . M . Bro . Harry Nash , by the Treasurer , and by one of its Past Masters . Amongst others who were present were Bros . George Green ( partner of tho deceased ) , E . Wood , 765 . and W . Brown .
Wo regret to announce tho death of Bro . William Fenwick Eaeburn , of 27 George ' s-road , Newcastle . The deceased gentleman was one of the representatives of Messrs . John Abbot and Co ., Limited , Gateshead , with which firm he waa connected for many years . As a member of the
Masonic body he was elected Master by his brethren of Lodge of Industry , No . 48 , Jackson-street , Gateshead , in the spring of last year . He was also a member of other Lodges , and took the liveliest interest in everything pertaining to the mystic art . Only a few weeks ago he
attended the funeral of a brother Mason whom he held in the highest esteem , and on that occasion complained of cold . Some time after , ho became unwell , and was confined to his house , during tho past few days , suffering from congestion of the lungK , which terminated fatally on Monday , the 5 th inst .
The mortal remains of Bro . Godfrey Thomas were interred at Llantwit Cemetery , Neath , on Friday , 9 th inst ., amid general manifestations of regret . The funeral was
attended by a large number of the residents of the town and district . Deceased was a member of the Neath Lodge of Freemasons , and in tbe cortege were several members of that body . II llfll—M II ¦¦¦^^¦ IIM M il— IM 1 HIIIH l >« lMI « IIIMI
The weekly meetings of the Finsbury Lodgo of Instruction , No . 861 , were re-commenced on Tuesday , tbe 13 th January 1891 , at 7 o ' clock , a , t the Goose and Gridiron , London House Yard , St . Paul's Church Yard , E . C .
According to a contemporary , the members of a Chicago Freemasons' Lodge , numbering 300 , have agreed to let portions of skin be taken from their bodies for grafting on John Oscar Dickenson , a cancer patient and Freemason .
The name of the Lodge is not given , the iuformation arriving by telegram . Although there is no limit to a Freemason ' s charity , it would be interesting to have the particular Lodge mentioned which is identified with this gift of flesh to replace that of an afflicted Brother .
Hoi . iowAt ' s OI . N ' IMEITT Asc PILLS . — -As winter advances ami tho woither becomes more and more inclement and trying , the earliest evidences oi ill health must be immediately checked and removed , or a f . lipht illness may result in a serious malady . Relaxed and soro throat , qninse . v , influcnzi , chronic cough , bronchitis , anil most other pulmonary . lffittions will be Ointment into the skin irl
relieved by rubbing this cooling as ne . y as practicable to the teat of mischief . This treatment , simple , yet effective , is admirably adapted for the lemoval of these diseases during infancy and youth . Old asthmatic invalids will derive marvellous rcliuf from the use of Holloway ' s remedies , which havo wonderfully relieved mn ly such sufferers , iiml | rc-establishetl health after every other means had signally tailed .
The Theatres. &C.
THE THEATRES . & c .
Empire . —The management of this popular placo of amusement have introduced a pantomimic ballet as their holiday attraction , which has quickly achieved a remarkable success . It is in five tableaux or acts , and has been arranged by Madame Katti Lanner , and the Music is specially composed by Leopold lVrenzel . "Dolly " is a true pantomime , for never a word is spoken throughout , yet the
story is intelligible enough , thanks to the art of the principal personages . Walter , a toymaker , Signorina M . Cavalazzi , has constructed a beautiful mechanical doll , whioh he takes to the house of Mr . Pompons to sell , but he asks too muoh for it , and the rich man refuses to buy it . Meanwhile the children seize the doll and destroy it , and on demanding compensation from Mr . Pompous Walter is
driven from the door . As his family are starving he is in great grief , when he is visited by Dolly , the fairy of the toys , Signorina Emma Palladino , who leads him to the toy shop , a veritable children ' s paradise . Here we see toys of all sorts and sizes , to the number of some hundreds , who , forming themselves into procession , march and dance ronnd the stage to the inordinate delight of the
youngsters and , we may add , of those of a larger growth also . This scene is received with applause , whioh is thoroughly well deserved . The other tableaux show the retribution that overtakes Mr . Pompous and his family , and the final scene , in Fairyland , is of the most dazzling description . Besides those already mentioned , we most add the names of Signor Albertieri as the Gnome , Signora Bettini de Sortis
as Snowflake , and Mdlle . iEnea the flying dancer , all of whom perform their allotted tasks with tho utmost skill , agility and grace . Tbe variety portion of the entertainment is also amusing , tbe ballads , sung by Miss Lucy Clarke , the operatic selections of Mdlle . Jnana , and the eccentricities of Mdlle . Vanoni are all very enjoyable , while the pretty ballet of "Ceoile" brings the programme to a successful termination .
Terry ' s . —Mr . Montague Roby ' s Midget Minstrels will give a series of matinees at the above theatre , commencing Monday , the 19 th inst . Mr . Roby's is the only children's minstrel troupe in the world , and some idea may be formed of the merits of the performance from the foot tbat they have grown steadily in popularity during the past four years . The performance is to all intents and purposes of the
well-known minstrel type , but of a superior kind . The departures from the orthodox lines of minstrelsy may be briefly summed up . In the first place the company consists of both boys and girls , and the introduction of female voices is a great improvement from a musical point of view . The boys only appear with blackened faces , presenting a striking and effective contrast to the girls . The first
part of the programme consists of many of tho loveliest songs , new and old , interspersed with comic nigger songs and some admirably rendered choruses , including the market chorus from " Masiniello , " and the well known "Anvil Glioma" from " II Trovatore . " Those items are rendered with inconceivable smartness aud correctness , and with irresistible drollery and merriment . The second part opens
with a sketch , specially adapted to the tastes of the young folk , followed by a piccolo solo , Balfe ' s " Excelsior , " arranged as a grand ohorns , and perhaps not the least enchanting item is a song and dance by Miss Nellie Merlon . Last on the programme is the faroial sketch by Mr . B . Soane Roby entitled " Snooks . " Wo venture to predict this sketch , so perfectly stage managed and so admirably
acted , will come us a surprise to London . The title role is played by Master J . M . Richardson , oldest son of Billy Richardson , of Stump speech fame . It may be mentioned that during a recent visit to Dablin the Marchioness of Londonderry personally complimented Mr . M . Roby on the excellence of his compauy , and Mr . Terry is to be oongratnlated on their engagement .
Bro . J . A . Collings ' s Annual Smoking Concert will take place at tbe Banqueting Ball , St . James ' s Hall , Regent Street , on Wednesday next , tbe 21 st inst . Bro . Collings has received promises of support from a strong contingent of the most successful artistes of the day , and we are convinced those who give our brother their support will be provided with a first class entertainment .
On Wednesday , the 7 th inst ., a grand ball took place in the Town Hall , Ryde , under the banners of tho East Medina Lodge , No . 175 , and the Ryde Lodge , No . 698 . The larger hall was nicely famished and decorated with handsome plants . The pedestal chair and banner of the East Medina Lodge were at the stage end of the
hall , and those of the Ryde Lodge at the opposite end . The smaller hall was tastefully laid out as a supper room , under the supervision of Mr . A . S . Marlow . The mnsic was supplied by the splendid band of the Royal Marine Light Infantry , and dancing commenced about 930 . There was a large attendance .
" P ITCHFORK r . vo . "—An emergency meeting of Lodge Dramatic , No . 571 ( S . C . ) was held on the 29 th ult ., in the Hall , 30 Hope-street , Glasgow , Bro . J . C . M'Donald R . W . M . in the chair . Applications for admission to the Craft were read from Dan Godfrey Jan ., conductor of mnsic ; Fred . W . Davis and Wm . Wallis , musicians ; and Wm . John Findlay ( W . Wilbert ) artist . Tho ballot being clear , the four
candidates received the Apprentice degree at the hands of Bro . John Gillespie , and then the Fellow Craft degree from Bro . Wm . Algie , and were afterwards made Master Mnsons by Bro . David Mearns . This was done in presence of a good number of musical and theatrical brethren . The reason for giving the three degrees at once was that the candidates , who bad been performing in Glasgow , were compelled to leave the town during the week . —Era .
Bro . Jno . J . Purney was installed W . M . of the Loyal Monmouth Lodge of Freemasons on Tuesday , the Gth inst . The installation ceremony was performed by Bro . Captain S . G . Homfray D . P . G . M . Monmouth . After the W . M . had appointed his Officers , the brethren dined together at the King ' s Head Hotel .