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Consecrations.
CONSECRATIONS .
— . u . — ALBANY LODGE .
THE consecration of this Lodge , No . 2652 , formed in connection with the Albany Club , Kingston , took place on Friday , Oth inst ., at the Club House , the ceremony being performed by the Earl of Onslow , G . C . M . G ., Provincial Grand Master of Surrey , assisted by Bro . F . West D . Prov . G . M .
Bro . S . S . Goodman was installed as the first W . M ., S . H . Horton was appointed S . W ., G . A . Petter J . W ., W . M . Wilkinson Treasurer , F . G . Wheatley Secretary , David Harrison S . D ., and F . W . Hancock J . D . The ceremony was most impressively performed , Bro . Arthur Briscoe presiding at the organ . The names of several joining members and initiates were proposed .
After the working the company sat down to banquet , and the usual toasts were honoured .
Lord Onslow , responding to that of the Provincial Grand Master of Surrey , augured a prosperous career , both for the Lodge and the Club , as it appeared that the right element had been introduced . He hoped to see the Lodge take a leading part in the county Masonic Charities .
The music room of the Club is admirably adapted for the purposes of a Lodge room , and everything points to the Lodge being a great success . — " Surrey Advertiser . "
Liscard Lodge.
LISCARD LODGE .
THE recent progress of Freemasonry in the Province of Cheshire , especially in the Wirral Peninsula , has been remarkable , as , following upon the establishment of the New Brighton Lodge , No . 2619 , in December last , the ceremony of consecration of the Liscard Lodge , No . 2657 , on Saturday afternoon , at the Concert Hall , Manor Eoad , Liscard , was an
event which excited the greatest interest amongst the Brethren in Cheshire , and the neighbouring Provinces . The attendance was not only numerous , but . highly representative , and the proceedings were characterised by an enthusiasm which gives good promise for tbe success of the youngest Lodge in the division . The total attendance numbered about 150 Brethren of
all ranks , and the consecration proceedings were greatly enhanced by the presence of the Eight Hon . Lord Egerton of Tatton Provincial Grand Master as chief Officer , his lordship being assisted by Bros . Colonel C . S . Dean , C . C ., P . S . G . W ., H . Jackson
P . J . G . W ., the Eev . C . Chetwynd Atkinson P . G . Chaplain , Eev . E . Edwards P . G . Chaplain , John Clayton P . P . S . G . W ., Eichard Newhouse Dep . Grand S . B . Prov . Grand Secretary , G . H . Brown P . P . G . W ., and H . Gordon Small P . G . D . C .
The Founders of the new Liscard Lodge were Bro . Col . C . S . Dean , C . C ., P . S . G . W . W . M . 2619 P . M . 1289 2375 2133 , W . Orry Callow P . M . 2335 , T . M . Stanbury , E . Eussell Taylor
Edward L . Bruce , J . Eoby , J . C . Eobinson P . P . A . G . D . C . ( W . L . ) 249 , W . F . Eobinson P . G . A . D . C . P . M . 2132 2433 , Jas . Boughey , Julian Shalders , John Miller P . M . 1086 , T . Wiggins , T . Stanley Ball , J . F . Walker , W . Eichardson , John Armstrong P . P . G . S . of
W . P . M . 1250 1350 2433 W . M . 2651 , A . H . Baird W . M . 2433
W . Eoberts , W . J . Fairclough , Dr . Brewer S . W . 2433 , and G . Beattie . After the Provincial Grand Lodge representatives had been received , and Officers temporarily appointed to their respective positions , Lord Egerton proceeded with the consecration ceremony , which he performed in a most impressive manner , assisted by the Brethren already named .
An eloquent oration was delivered by Bro . the Eev . C . Chetwynd Atkinson P . G . Chaplain , on the merits and obligations of the Masonic Order , teaching each Brother the duty he owed to God , to his neighbour , and to himself . As Freemasons they were loyal to the throne , and their loyalty should be especially
shown this year , in view of the celebration of the Diamond Jubilee of their beloved Queen , in a true Masonic manner , viz ., by raising subscriptions in all the Lodges in the Province towards securing increased monetary help for the Fund of Benevolence in aid of Aged Freemasons .
The musical arrangements of the ceremony were under the direction of Bro . J . T . Hindle P . G . O ., and the several effective pieces were admirably rendered by the Minster Vocal Quartette ( Bros . C . Aspinall , W . H . Atkinson , T . Barlow and Fred Owens ) , assisted by Bros . J . Costain , Wynne Jones , G . Kiddle , W . Hudson , J . F . Swift , and A . H . Baird .
Bro . Colonel C . S . Dean , on behalf of the members of the Lodge , presented the Provincial Grand Master Lord Egerton of Tatton with a valuable foundation jewel , as a memento of his kindness in performing the duties of Consecrating Officer on that occasion , and it was further intimated to his lordship that he had been elected to honorary membership of the Liscard Lodge .
Liscard Lodge.
In acknowledging the gift and honour , the Provincial Grand Master expressed the great pleasure he had felt in being present that day to consecrate a new Lodge , which , judging from the very large attendance at the interesting event , was certain to have a prosperous career . His lordship then retired , to keep an engagement in another part of Cheshire .
The chair at this point was taken by Bro . Colonel Dean P . G . S . W ., who , in a most impressive manner , proceeded to instal Bro . W . Orry Callow P . M . 2335 as the first Master of the Liscard Lodge . The W M . then invested the Officers for the
ensuing year . Assistance in the ceremony was given by Bro . J . Armstrong , and at the close a great number of propositions for initiation and joining were made . After business , the Brethren banqueted in one of the lower rooms of the Concert Hall , the excellent catering of Mr . Ferdinand Eallwagen , of the Albion Hotel , New Brighton , giving general satisfaction .
The usual Loyal and Masonic toasts were proposed and responded to in the course of the after-dinner proceedings , and a choice musical programme was given by Bros . Atkinson , Barlow , Owens , Aspinall , Wynne Jones , Leslie , Harris , Costain , Baird . ( musical director ) , and Swift ( accompanist ) . — " Liverpool Mercury . "
"A Sprig Of Acacia."
"A SPRIG OF ACACIA . "
ONLY a few days back we had to record the death of a Brother whose friendship we had enjoyed during the twenty odd years we had been associated with Freemasonry ; to-day we mourn the loss of another old friend , Brother Jacob Norton , to whom we owe more than one useful lesson , and whose memory we hope we shall always revere . Bro . Norton ' s special
•characteristic was the pertinacity with which he kept to any project he set his mind upon , and we can well remember how , as a young man , we were impressed with the determination of the Mason who had started on a journey from America for the purpose of—among other matters—paying a visit to the British Museum , and settling for himself an idea he entertained that this
or that was set out in black and white in some one or other of the volumes stored there . We used to wonder whether Brother Norton exaggerated as to the difficulty of finding out what he generally appeared to so easily discover , but have since found that he could often succeed in the most astonishing way where others would search in vain ; and we now know that the opinion
we heard expressed in our earlier days that he was a wonderful man was fully justified . Brother Norton gave offence to very many , on account of his outspokenness , and we believe he would have risked losing his dearest friend rather than budge from what he considered to be the correct standpoint in any argument , and bearing in mind the many theories he has been the means of
exploding we cannot wonder at the obstinacy , as some called it , with which he supported his views ; but at heart he was a true Mason , and we think he really loved those best who differed from him , and , by arguing their differences , gave him the opportunity and the need for extending his researches . That he was no bigot we can personally testify , for we call to mind an occasion when , just
after we moved into a new office , Bro . Norton came across to us from an interview with the then Grand Secretary , and asked us to lend him a Bible , to verify some statement made . We had to admit we had not yet furnished our office with one , upon which Bro . Norton persisted in taking us to a neighbouring bookseller , where he bought and presented us with a copy , saying
that although he was himself an Atheist and could not believe much the Book contained , there was not a room in his house but contained a copy . We have that Bible yet , and reverence it as the gift of the Brother who early taught us that he knows nothing who is only acquainted with his own side o £ an argument , and who convinced us that much more may be
done by persistent personal effort than by taking the opinions of others—no matter how able they may be considered—as conclusive . Brother Jacob Norton died at his residence in Boston , U . S . A ., last month , at the ripe age of 83 years , and in saying how much we regret his demise we feel we are but echoing the thought of all who knew him—whether they opposed his peculiar theories
or were in accord with him . Brother Norton had been in business in Boston since 1841 , and was regarded as one of the most honourable citizens of that important city . He was an active man of business , thorough in all he undertook , and never considered any labour too great if the interests of his clients required it , as was evidenced by the frequent journeys he made
across the Atlantic in pursuit of his avocation . He thought no more of a voyage to England and back than an ordinary trader would of travelling between London and Manchester , and could equally interest one with accounts of his journeyiugs as in many other matters . We learn that his funeral was attended by many prominent merchants , Masons and others , who took that opportunity of showing their respect for their departed friend .
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Consecrations.
CONSECRATIONS .
— . u . — ALBANY LODGE .
THE consecration of this Lodge , No . 2652 , formed in connection with the Albany Club , Kingston , took place on Friday , Oth inst ., at the Club House , the ceremony being performed by the Earl of Onslow , G . C . M . G ., Provincial Grand Master of Surrey , assisted by Bro . F . West D . Prov . G . M .
Bro . S . S . Goodman was installed as the first W . M ., S . H . Horton was appointed S . W ., G . A . Petter J . W ., W . M . Wilkinson Treasurer , F . G . Wheatley Secretary , David Harrison S . D ., and F . W . Hancock J . D . The ceremony was most impressively performed , Bro . Arthur Briscoe presiding at the organ . The names of several joining members and initiates were proposed .
After the working the company sat down to banquet , and the usual toasts were honoured .
Lord Onslow , responding to that of the Provincial Grand Master of Surrey , augured a prosperous career , both for the Lodge and the Club , as it appeared that the right element had been introduced . He hoped to see the Lodge take a leading part in the county Masonic Charities .
The music room of the Club is admirably adapted for the purposes of a Lodge room , and everything points to the Lodge being a great success . — " Surrey Advertiser . "
Liscard Lodge.
LISCARD LODGE .
THE recent progress of Freemasonry in the Province of Cheshire , especially in the Wirral Peninsula , has been remarkable , as , following upon the establishment of the New Brighton Lodge , No . 2619 , in December last , the ceremony of consecration of the Liscard Lodge , No . 2657 , on Saturday afternoon , at the Concert Hall , Manor Eoad , Liscard , was an
event which excited the greatest interest amongst the Brethren in Cheshire , and the neighbouring Provinces . The attendance was not only numerous , but . highly representative , and the proceedings were characterised by an enthusiasm which gives good promise for tbe success of the youngest Lodge in the division . The total attendance numbered about 150 Brethren of
all ranks , and the consecration proceedings were greatly enhanced by the presence of the Eight Hon . Lord Egerton of Tatton Provincial Grand Master as chief Officer , his lordship being assisted by Bros . Colonel C . S . Dean , C . C ., P . S . G . W ., H . Jackson
P . J . G . W ., the Eev . C . Chetwynd Atkinson P . G . Chaplain , Eev . E . Edwards P . G . Chaplain , John Clayton P . P . S . G . W ., Eichard Newhouse Dep . Grand S . B . Prov . Grand Secretary , G . H . Brown P . P . G . W ., and H . Gordon Small P . G . D . C .
The Founders of the new Liscard Lodge were Bro . Col . C . S . Dean , C . C ., P . S . G . W . W . M . 2619 P . M . 1289 2375 2133 , W . Orry Callow P . M . 2335 , T . M . Stanbury , E . Eussell Taylor
Edward L . Bruce , J . Eoby , J . C . Eobinson P . P . A . G . D . C . ( W . L . ) 249 , W . F . Eobinson P . G . A . D . C . P . M . 2132 2433 , Jas . Boughey , Julian Shalders , John Miller P . M . 1086 , T . Wiggins , T . Stanley Ball , J . F . Walker , W . Eichardson , John Armstrong P . P . G . S . of
W . P . M . 1250 1350 2433 W . M . 2651 , A . H . Baird W . M . 2433
W . Eoberts , W . J . Fairclough , Dr . Brewer S . W . 2433 , and G . Beattie . After the Provincial Grand Lodge representatives had been received , and Officers temporarily appointed to their respective positions , Lord Egerton proceeded with the consecration ceremony , which he performed in a most impressive manner , assisted by the Brethren already named .
An eloquent oration was delivered by Bro . the Eev . C . Chetwynd Atkinson P . G . Chaplain , on the merits and obligations of the Masonic Order , teaching each Brother the duty he owed to God , to his neighbour , and to himself . As Freemasons they were loyal to the throne , and their loyalty should be especially
shown this year , in view of the celebration of the Diamond Jubilee of their beloved Queen , in a true Masonic manner , viz ., by raising subscriptions in all the Lodges in the Province towards securing increased monetary help for the Fund of Benevolence in aid of Aged Freemasons .
The musical arrangements of the ceremony were under the direction of Bro . J . T . Hindle P . G . O ., and the several effective pieces were admirably rendered by the Minster Vocal Quartette ( Bros . C . Aspinall , W . H . Atkinson , T . Barlow and Fred Owens ) , assisted by Bros . J . Costain , Wynne Jones , G . Kiddle , W . Hudson , J . F . Swift , and A . H . Baird .
Bro . Colonel C . S . Dean , on behalf of the members of the Lodge , presented the Provincial Grand Master Lord Egerton of Tatton with a valuable foundation jewel , as a memento of his kindness in performing the duties of Consecrating Officer on that occasion , and it was further intimated to his lordship that he had been elected to honorary membership of the Liscard Lodge .
Liscard Lodge.
In acknowledging the gift and honour , the Provincial Grand Master expressed the great pleasure he had felt in being present that day to consecrate a new Lodge , which , judging from the very large attendance at the interesting event , was certain to have a prosperous career . His lordship then retired , to keep an engagement in another part of Cheshire .
The chair at this point was taken by Bro . Colonel Dean P . G . S . W ., who , in a most impressive manner , proceeded to instal Bro . W . Orry Callow P . M . 2335 as the first Master of the Liscard Lodge . The W M . then invested the Officers for the
ensuing year . Assistance in the ceremony was given by Bro . J . Armstrong , and at the close a great number of propositions for initiation and joining were made . After business , the Brethren banqueted in one of the lower rooms of the Concert Hall , the excellent catering of Mr . Ferdinand Eallwagen , of the Albion Hotel , New Brighton , giving general satisfaction .
The usual Loyal and Masonic toasts were proposed and responded to in the course of the after-dinner proceedings , and a choice musical programme was given by Bros . Atkinson , Barlow , Owens , Aspinall , Wynne Jones , Leslie , Harris , Costain , Baird . ( musical director ) , and Swift ( accompanist ) . — " Liverpool Mercury . "
"A Sprig Of Acacia."
"A SPRIG OF ACACIA . "
ONLY a few days back we had to record the death of a Brother whose friendship we had enjoyed during the twenty odd years we had been associated with Freemasonry ; to-day we mourn the loss of another old friend , Brother Jacob Norton , to whom we owe more than one useful lesson , and whose memory we hope we shall always revere . Bro . Norton ' s special
•characteristic was the pertinacity with which he kept to any project he set his mind upon , and we can well remember how , as a young man , we were impressed with the determination of the Mason who had started on a journey from America for the purpose of—among other matters—paying a visit to the British Museum , and settling for himself an idea he entertained that this
or that was set out in black and white in some one or other of the volumes stored there . We used to wonder whether Brother Norton exaggerated as to the difficulty of finding out what he generally appeared to so easily discover , but have since found that he could often succeed in the most astonishing way where others would search in vain ; and we now know that the opinion
we heard expressed in our earlier days that he was a wonderful man was fully justified . Brother Norton gave offence to very many , on account of his outspokenness , and we believe he would have risked losing his dearest friend rather than budge from what he considered to be the correct standpoint in any argument , and bearing in mind the many theories he has been the means of
exploding we cannot wonder at the obstinacy , as some called it , with which he supported his views ; but at heart he was a true Mason , and we think he really loved those best who differed from him , and , by arguing their differences , gave him the opportunity and the need for extending his researches . That he was no bigot we can personally testify , for we call to mind an occasion when , just
after we moved into a new office , Bro . Norton came across to us from an interview with the then Grand Secretary , and asked us to lend him a Bible , to verify some statement made . We had to admit we had not yet furnished our office with one , upon which Bro . Norton persisted in taking us to a neighbouring bookseller , where he bought and presented us with a copy , saying
that although he was himself an Atheist and could not believe much the Book contained , there was not a room in his house but contained a copy . We have that Bible yet , and reverence it as the gift of the Brother who early taught us that he knows nothing who is only acquainted with his own side o £ an argument , and who convinced us that much more may be
done by persistent personal effort than by taking the opinions of others—no matter how able they may be considered—as conclusive . Brother Jacob Norton died at his residence in Boston , U . S . A ., last month , at the ripe age of 83 years , and in saying how much we regret his demise we feel we are but echoing the thought of all who knew him—whether they opposed his peculiar theories
or were in accord with him . Brother Norton had been in business in Boston since 1841 , and was regarded as one of the most honourable citizens of that important city . He was an active man of business , thorough in all he undertook , and never considered any labour too great if the interests of his clients required it , as was evidenced by the frequent journeys he made
across the Atlantic in pursuit of his avocation . He thought no more of a voyage to England and back than an ordinary trader would of travelling between London and Manchester , and could equally interest one with accounts of his journeyiugs as in many other matters . We learn that his funeral was attended by many prominent merchants , Masons and others , who took that opportunity of showing their respect for their departed friend .