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Reports Of Meetings.
REPORTS OF MEETINGS .
We shall be pleased to receive particulars of Masonic meetings for Insertion in our columns , and where desired will endeavour to •end a representative to report Lodge or other proceedings .
CEAFT : METROPOLITAN .
DALHOUSIE LODGE , No . 860 . THE annual installation was held at Anderton ' s Hotel , on Thursday ! 8 th inst ., under the presidency of Bro . 0 . H . Berry Worshipful Master , who was supported by a large number of Brethren . After the formal opening of the Lodge , and the transaction of other business , the Worshipful Master raised to the third degree Bro . W . King and Bro . R . M . East ; passed to the second degree Bro . T . McGuire and Bro . H . M . Lonergan ; and initiated Blr . R . Whithead .
Subsequently , after the Auditor's report had been received and adopted , Bro . C H . Berry installed as his successor in the chair , with the same ability as he had shown in the performance of the other ceremonies , Bro . J . Wade , who had been elected at the previous meeting to preside over the Lodge as Worshipful Master for next year .
After the addresses to the Blaster , Wardens , and Brethren had been delivered by the Immediate Past Master , the Worshipful Master addressed the Brethren , expressing the hope that they would all support the summer outing which it was proposed to organise . The Brethren had had suoh a summer outing in previous years , but he trusted that this year , the Queen ' s Diamond Jubilee year , it would be taken up as a function belonging to the Lodge . After an exceptionally hard day ' s work the Lodge was closed , and the Brethren adjourned to an excellent banquet .
The usual toasts were afterwards proposed and honoured . Bro . Berry proposed the W . M ., and said that this Lodge was always noted for the way in which it supported the Worshipful Master in the chair ; but when they had such a Master as Bro . Wade for the year of thc Diamond Jubilee of the Queen they would , he was sure , if possible , support him with more than usual ardour .
Bro . Wade , in responding , said that it was extremely gratifying to him to have such an enthusiastic reception of the toast proposed by Bro . Berry . He could assure the Brethren that he would do his best for the Lodge . After the toast of the Initiate had been proposed and replied to , the Worshipful Master proposed the Immediate Past Master Bro . Clement H . Berry , and presented to him a handsome Past Master ' s jewel , accompanying the gift by some flattering remarks on the manner in which he had discharged the duties of Master during the past year .
Bro . Berry , in responding , said he should value the jewel which had been presented to him as a souvenir of his year of office in the Lodge he was initiated in , and in which he had served every office but one , that of Junior Warden . As long as he had health and strength he should always do his best for the harmony and prosperity of the Lodge .
SOUTHERN STAR LODGE , No . 1158 . AT the annual election meeting held last month , at the Bridge House Hotel , London Bridge , Bro . W . Bichards was unanimously elected as Worshipful Master for the ensuing year . The installation meeting will be held in June .
ST . JOHN LODGE , No . 1306 . rTIHE Installation meeting was held on Wednesday , Tth inst ., at the I Guildhall Tavern , Gresham Street . Bro . C . Schultz W . M . occupied the chair , and was supported by a large number of Officers and Brethren . The Lodge having been opened and the customary preliminaries gone through , the report of the Auditors was received , which showed the Lodge to be in a very flourishing condition , all agreeing that the books and accounts of the Lodge were well kept , and reflected great credit upon Bro . J . G . Twinn Secretary .
The installation ceremony was then proceeded with , Bro . Schultz W . M . performing the ceremony / and installing Bro . C . J . Holmes into the chair of K . S . in a praiseworthy manner , says the "East London Observer . " The W . M . appointed and invested his Officers for the ensuing year , and
later said it became his pleasant duty to hand to Bro . Schulz the jewel that had been voted to him by the Lodge ; in doing so he commented upon the able and efficient manner in which Bro . Schultz had carried out the duties of W . M . during his year of office , ancl wished him long life to wear it . Bro . Schulz responded in appropriate terms .
All Masonio business being ended , the Lodge was closed , and the meeting adjourned until October next . The Brethren adjourned to the banqueting hall , where an excellent repast had been provided , which gave great satisfaction . The Loyal and Masonic toasts were briefly given , and suitably responded to . A collection was made on behalf of the Prince of Wales Hospital Fund , amounting to 10 S shillings .
PERSEVERANCE LODGE , No . 1743 . THE Brethren met * on Saturday , at Anderton ' s Hotel , for the election of the new Worshipful Master , Treasurer , and Tyler . Combined with the proceedings of the day was an entertainment to thc Ladies . The presiding Officer was Bro . H . C . Lonsdale Worshipful Master , who conferred the third degree on a capital candidate Bro . H . G . Franklin . The Brethren next
elected Bro . H . Watts Senior Warden as Master of the Lodge for the next year , re-elected Bro . T . Lovell Past Master as Treasurer , and the good old Scots Guardsman Bro . W . Lane as Tyler . They subsequently appointed the Audit Committee and voted a five guinea Past Master ' s jewel to the outgoing Master . When the Lodge was closed , a reception was held , says the " City Press . "
Bro . H . Lonsdale W . M . took the chair at tbe banquet , and presented each lady with a large bottle of s " sent , a gift that was highly appreciated . The toasts were few , and comprised the compliments paid to the Queen and Craft , the Worshipful Master , the W . M .-elect , and the Ladies and Visitors . The toast of the Masonic Charities was not given , as the list was designedly short , -as were also the speeches , but the Charities were not forgotten , for the
Reports Of Meetings.
Worshipful Master is Steward of the Lodge for the ninety-ninth anniversary Festival of the Boyal Masonic Institution for Boys on 30 th June , for which he has already a list of £ 100 . There was a programme of music between the toasts , and some excellent singing .
The toast of the Worshipful Master was given by Past Master Wall , in a speech warmly eulogistic of the services rendered by Bro . Lonsdale to the Lodge . Bro . Lonsdale acknowledged the toast in appreciative terms , and concluded by proposing the health of the W . M .-elect , who , he predicted , would at the end of his year of office give up the collar of Master untarnished in any way .
Bro . Watts suitably replied . The toast of the Ladies and Visitors was responded to by Bros . Gardner and Miller . The remainder of the evening was devoted to dancing .
CLISSOLD LODGE , No . 2551 . rpHE M . W . the Grand Master having granted a dispensation for the JL removal of this Lodge to the Great Eastern Railway Hotel , Bishopsgate Street , E . G ., the first meeting was held at that popular place for Masonic gatherings on the 8 th inst . Tbe oceasion coincided with that of the annual festival , and a large number of the members and visiting Brethren were present .
The outgoing Master Bro . J . J . Lamigeon presided , and opened the Lodge , when the minutes were read- and confirmed . The only business being the installation of the new Master , Bro . Harry Townend was introduced and gave his assent to the ancient charges and regulations . A Board of Installed Masters was then formed , when Bro . Townend was placed in the chair of King Solomon according to ancient custom .
The following Officers were appointed and invested : Bros . Thomas H Carleton S . W ., Alfred H . Cooper J . W ., W . M . Stiles P . G . T . Treasurer , J . J Lamigeon I . P . M . Secretary , G . 0 . Elliott S . D ., W . R . Itter J . D ., H . A Badman D . C , E . A . P . Broad I . G ., VV . Wright Organist , Percie C . Cooper , J S . Keith , and E . LeBas Stewards , T . C . Edmonds Tyler .
The installation banquet was excellently served , and gave general satisfaction . The menu was an artistic production , and contained the portraits of the Worshipful Master and his Wardens .
PROVINCIAL .
INTEGRITY LODGE , No . 163 . AT the regular meeting which took place in the Freemasons' Hall , Manchester , on Wednesday , the 31 st ult ., there was an attendance of over forty . ' The principal business of the evening was the passing to the degree of F . C . of Bro . T . R . Jackson , and the raising of Bro . F . M . Whittle to the sublime degree of M . M ., the former ceremony being performed by Bro . Herbert A . Owles W . M ., and the latter by Bro . J . M . H . Blarney P . M .
Before the Lodge was closed , Bro . Owles proposed that some steps should be taken to mark Her Majesty ' s Diamond Jubilee , the primary object being to assist the London Girls and Boys Schools . The remarks of the W . M . met with universal approval , and a committee was formed to carry out all details , consisting of Past Masters Warburton , Blarney and Hepworth , who will shortly issue a circular to the members of the Lodge inviting their active co-operation .
The Lodge having been closed , a very enjoyable evening was spent . Bro . H . R . Yates J . W . proposed thc health of the candidates , who replied in exceedingly apt terms . Bro . Hepworth P . M ., in a masterly speech , proposed the toast of the Worshipful Master , the latter responding .
Among the contributaries to the harmony were Bros . R . W . Nuttall , J . W . Scott , J . E . Williams P . M ., and Andrew Ellor 104 and 2464 . Bro . F . Ridsdale Bowley P . M . ( of the Manchester Concerts ) rendered several songs in his usually excellent manner . Among tho numerous visitors we noticed Bros . C . D . Cheetham P . M . 993 Prov . J . G . W \ , Wm . Hy . Peak P . M . 993 P . P . G . D . C , R . K . Roberts I . P . M . 1012 , and Past Masters Thos . Stopford 1077 , Walter Alcock 191 , and J . H . Thompson 978 .
ARCHITECT LODGE , No . 1375 . THE regular meeting of this Lodge was held at the Masonic Hall , Ghorltoncum-Hardy , on Friday , the 2 nd inst ., Bro . T . A . Holland Worshipful Master . After the reading and confirmation of minutes , Mr . John Webster , Merchant , residing at Heaton Moor , was successfully balloted for and afterwards initiated into ancient Freemasonry , this ceremony being followed by that of raising Bro . O . A . Brown to the sublime degree of Master Mason .
At the festive board , many of the members and visitors were called upon for songs and sketches , a very happy evening passing quickly away . Among the Visitors -were noticed Bros . W . J . Cunliffe P . M . 317 P . P . G . S . D . ( E L ) Walter Newton P . M . 268 830 1322 P . P . J . G . D . ( E . L . ) , H . Walmsley P . M 317 P . G . A . D . C . ( E . L . ) , James Tilley P . M . 600 P . J . D ., and others .
LONGLEAT LODGE , No . 1478 . THE installation of Bro . Richard Elling J . W . took place on Wednesday , 7 th inst ., at the Town Hall , Warminster . The ordinary Lodge rooms not being large enough for the ceremony , the ball room was used , which was beautifully decorated for the occasion by
Messrs . Webbe and Wheeler , the prevailing colours being the royal red , white , and blue . The gallery and canopy presented a charming appearance . The ceremony was performed by Bro . C N . P . Phipps D . P . G . M ., who was ably assisted by the outgoing W . M . Bro . G . W . B . Crees , and the D . C . Bro . S . L . Cordon P . M . *
The Lodge was closed at 7 * 45 p . m ., when the Brethren proceeded to a banquet at the Bath Arms Hotel , which was served in excellent style . The usual Loyal and Masonic toasts were given and responded to , and were interspersed with many good songs . Bro . R . Elling W . M . proved himself a most genial chairman , and the whole proceedings , both in and out . of the Lodge , will not easily be forgotten by those present ,
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Reports Of Meetings.
REPORTS OF MEETINGS .
We shall be pleased to receive particulars of Masonic meetings for Insertion in our columns , and where desired will endeavour to •end a representative to report Lodge or other proceedings .
CEAFT : METROPOLITAN .
DALHOUSIE LODGE , No . 860 . THE annual installation was held at Anderton ' s Hotel , on Thursday ! 8 th inst ., under the presidency of Bro . 0 . H . Berry Worshipful Master , who was supported by a large number of Brethren . After the formal opening of the Lodge , and the transaction of other business , the Worshipful Master raised to the third degree Bro . W . King and Bro . R . M . East ; passed to the second degree Bro . T . McGuire and Bro . H . M . Lonergan ; and initiated Blr . R . Whithead .
Subsequently , after the Auditor's report had been received and adopted , Bro . C H . Berry installed as his successor in the chair , with the same ability as he had shown in the performance of the other ceremonies , Bro . J . Wade , who had been elected at the previous meeting to preside over the Lodge as Worshipful Master for next year .
After the addresses to the Blaster , Wardens , and Brethren had been delivered by the Immediate Past Master , the Worshipful Master addressed the Brethren , expressing the hope that they would all support the summer outing which it was proposed to organise . The Brethren had had suoh a summer outing in previous years , but he trusted that this year , the Queen ' s Diamond Jubilee year , it would be taken up as a function belonging to the Lodge . After an exceptionally hard day ' s work the Lodge was closed , and the Brethren adjourned to an excellent banquet .
The usual toasts were afterwards proposed and honoured . Bro . Berry proposed the W . M ., and said that this Lodge was always noted for the way in which it supported the Worshipful Master in the chair ; but when they had such a Master as Bro . Wade for the year of thc Diamond Jubilee of the Queen they would , he was sure , if possible , support him with more than usual ardour .
Bro . Wade , in responding , said that it was extremely gratifying to him to have such an enthusiastic reception of the toast proposed by Bro . Berry . He could assure the Brethren that he would do his best for the Lodge . After the toast of the Initiate had been proposed and replied to , the Worshipful Master proposed the Immediate Past Master Bro . Clement H . Berry , and presented to him a handsome Past Master ' s jewel , accompanying the gift by some flattering remarks on the manner in which he had discharged the duties of Master during the past year .
Bro . Berry , in responding , said he should value the jewel which had been presented to him as a souvenir of his year of office in the Lodge he was initiated in , and in which he had served every office but one , that of Junior Warden . As long as he had health and strength he should always do his best for the harmony and prosperity of the Lodge .
SOUTHERN STAR LODGE , No . 1158 . AT the annual election meeting held last month , at the Bridge House Hotel , London Bridge , Bro . W . Bichards was unanimously elected as Worshipful Master for the ensuing year . The installation meeting will be held in June .
ST . JOHN LODGE , No . 1306 . rTIHE Installation meeting was held on Wednesday , Tth inst ., at the I Guildhall Tavern , Gresham Street . Bro . C . Schultz W . M . occupied the chair , and was supported by a large number of Officers and Brethren . The Lodge having been opened and the customary preliminaries gone through , the report of the Auditors was received , which showed the Lodge to be in a very flourishing condition , all agreeing that the books and accounts of the Lodge were well kept , and reflected great credit upon Bro . J . G . Twinn Secretary .
The installation ceremony was then proceeded with , Bro . Schultz W . M . performing the ceremony / and installing Bro . C . J . Holmes into the chair of K . S . in a praiseworthy manner , says the "East London Observer . " The W . M . appointed and invested his Officers for the ensuing year , and
later said it became his pleasant duty to hand to Bro . Schulz the jewel that had been voted to him by the Lodge ; in doing so he commented upon the able and efficient manner in which Bro . Schultz had carried out the duties of W . M . during his year of office , ancl wished him long life to wear it . Bro . Schulz responded in appropriate terms .
All Masonio business being ended , the Lodge was closed , and the meeting adjourned until October next . The Brethren adjourned to the banqueting hall , where an excellent repast had been provided , which gave great satisfaction . The Loyal and Masonic toasts were briefly given , and suitably responded to . A collection was made on behalf of the Prince of Wales Hospital Fund , amounting to 10 S shillings .
PERSEVERANCE LODGE , No . 1743 . THE Brethren met * on Saturday , at Anderton ' s Hotel , for the election of the new Worshipful Master , Treasurer , and Tyler . Combined with the proceedings of the day was an entertainment to thc Ladies . The presiding Officer was Bro . H . C . Lonsdale Worshipful Master , who conferred the third degree on a capital candidate Bro . H . G . Franklin . The Brethren next
elected Bro . H . Watts Senior Warden as Master of the Lodge for the next year , re-elected Bro . T . Lovell Past Master as Treasurer , and the good old Scots Guardsman Bro . W . Lane as Tyler . They subsequently appointed the Audit Committee and voted a five guinea Past Master ' s jewel to the outgoing Master . When the Lodge was closed , a reception was held , says the " City Press . "
Bro . H . Lonsdale W . M . took the chair at tbe banquet , and presented each lady with a large bottle of s " sent , a gift that was highly appreciated . The toasts were few , and comprised the compliments paid to the Queen and Craft , the Worshipful Master , the W . M .-elect , and the Ladies and Visitors . The toast of the Masonic Charities was not given , as the list was designedly short , -as were also the speeches , but the Charities were not forgotten , for the
Reports Of Meetings.
Worshipful Master is Steward of the Lodge for the ninety-ninth anniversary Festival of the Boyal Masonic Institution for Boys on 30 th June , for which he has already a list of £ 100 . There was a programme of music between the toasts , and some excellent singing .
The toast of the Worshipful Master was given by Past Master Wall , in a speech warmly eulogistic of the services rendered by Bro . Lonsdale to the Lodge . Bro . Lonsdale acknowledged the toast in appreciative terms , and concluded by proposing the health of the W . M .-elect , who , he predicted , would at the end of his year of office give up the collar of Master untarnished in any way .
Bro . Watts suitably replied . The toast of the Ladies and Visitors was responded to by Bros . Gardner and Miller . The remainder of the evening was devoted to dancing .
CLISSOLD LODGE , No . 2551 . rpHE M . W . the Grand Master having granted a dispensation for the JL removal of this Lodge to the Great Eastern Railway Hotel , Bishopsgate Street , E . G ., the first meeting was held at that popular place for Masonic gatherings on the 8 th inst . Tbe oceasion coincided with that of the annual festival , and a large number of the members and visiting Brethren were present .
The outgoing Master Bro . J . J . Lamigeon presided , and opened the Lodge , when the minutes were read- and confirmed . The only business being the installation of the new Master , Bro . Harry Townend was introduced and gave his assent to the ancient charges and regulations . A Board of Installed Masters was then formed , when Bro . Townend was placed in the chair of King Solomon according to ancient custom .
The following Officers were appointed and invested : Bros . Thomas H Carleton S . W ., Alfred H . Cooper J . W ., W . M . Stiles P . G . T . Treasurer , J . J Lamigeon I . P . M . Secretary , G . 0 . Elliott S . D ., W . R . Itter J . D ., H . A Badman D . C , E . A . P . Broad I . G ., VV . Wright Organist , Percie C . Cooper , J S . Keith , and E . LeBas Stewards , T . C . Edmonds Tyler .
The installation banquet was excellently served , and gave general satisfaction . The menu was an artistic production , and contained the portraits of the Worshipful Master and his Wardens .
PROVINCIAL .
INTEGRITY LODGE , No . 163 . AT the regular meeting which took place in the Freemasons' Hall , Manchester , on Wednesday , the 31 st ult ., there was an attendance of over forty . ' The principal business of the evening was the passing to the degree of F . C . of Bro . T . R . Jackson , and the raising of Bro . F . M . Whittle to the sublime degree of M . M ., the former ceremony being performed by Bro . Herbert A . Owles W . M ., and the latter by Bro . J . M . H . Blarney P . M .
Before the Lodge was closed , Bro . Owles proposed that some steps should be taken to mark Her Majesty ' s Diamond Jubilee , the primary object being to assist the London Girls and Boys Schools . The remarks of the W . M . met with universal approval , and a committee was formed to carry out all details , consisting of Past Masters Warburton , Blarney and Hepworth , who will shortly issue a circular to the members of the Lodge inviting their active co-operation .
The Lodge having been closed , a very enjoyable evening was spent . Bro . H . R . Yates J . W . proposed thc health of the candidates , who replied in exceedingly apt terms . Bro . Hepworth P . M ., in a masterly speech , proposed the toast of the Worshipful Master , the latter responding .
Among the contributaries to the harmony were Bros . R . W . Nuttall , J . W . Scott , J . E . Williams P . M ., and Andrew Ellor 104 and 2464 . Bro . F . Ridsdale Bowley P . M . ( of the Manchester Concerts ) rendered several songs in his usually excellent manner . Among tho numerous visitors we noticed Bros . C . D . Cheetham P . M . 993 Prov . J . G . W \ , Wm . Hy . Peak P . M . 993 P . P . G . D . C , R . K . Roberts I . P . M . 1012 , and Past Masters Thos . Stopford 1077 , Walter Alcock 191 , and J . H . Thompson 978 .
ARCHITECT LODGE , No . 1375 . THE regular meeting of this Lodge was held at the Masonic Hall , Ghorltoncum-Hardy , on Friday , the 2 nd inst ., Bro . T . A . Holland Worshipful Master . After the reading and confirmation of minutes , Mr . John Webster , Merchant , residing at Heaton Moor , was successfully balloted for and afterwards initiated into ancient Freemasonry , this ceremony being followed by that of raising Bro . O . A . Brown to the sublime degree of Master Mason .
At the festive board , many of the members and visitors were called upon for songs and sketches , a very happy evening passing quickly away . Among the Visitors -were noticed Bros . W . J . Cunliffe P . M . 317 P . P . G . S . D . ( E L ) Walter Newton P . M . 268 830 1322 P . P . J . G . D . ( E . L . ) , H . Walmsley P . M 317 P . G . A . D . C . ( E . L . ) , James Tilley P . M . 600 P . J . D ., and others .
LONGLEAT LODGE , No . 1478 . THE installation of Bro . Richard Elling J . W . took place on Wednesday , 7 th inst ., at the Town Hall , Warminster . The ordinary Lodge rooms not being large enough for the ceremony , the ball room was used , which was beautifully decorated for the occasion by
Messrs . Webbe and Wheeler , the prevailing colours being the royal red , white , and blue . The gallery and canopy presented a charming appearance . The ceremony was performed by Bro . C N . P . Phipps D . P . G . M ., who was ably assisted by the outgoing W . M . Bro . G . W . B . Crees , and the D . C . Bro . S . L . Cordon P . M . *
The Lodge was closed at 7 * 45 p . m ., when the Brethren proceeded to a banquet at the Bath Arms Hotel , which was served in excellent style . The usual Loyal and Masonic toasts were given and responded to , and were interspersed with many good songs . Bro . R . Elling W . M . proved himself a most genial chairman , and the whole proceedings , both in and out . of the Lodge , will not easily be forgotten by those present ,