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manner in which his lordship addressed the brethren afforded great gratification ; ho than stated ho had been doing , he hoped , his duty down stairs , and he had to thank Bro . J . Nunn for his introduction to the Lodge . He had to take the chair to-morrow evening , at the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution , and ho was pleased to see how the brethren of tho Lodge enjoyed themselves , and also Avas
delighted to hear the brother who had so ably recited the last poem ( Bro . Walter Joyce ) , as it was composed by a member of his own county . He , tho Earl , had done , ho hoped , some service for the Boys and Girls' Schools , and he was now going to support the aged , lest they should slip through his fingers , and , in speaking of the Earl of Carnarvon , ho hoped , as he was about writing to him , tc
convey to his lordship the sympathy of the brethren on his sad bereavement . He begged , in the name of the visiting brethren , to tender them his sincere thanks . The W . M . then proposed the toast of the Past Masters , and alluded to their services ; but on this occasion ho had to speak of the one who had preceded him , viz ., Bro . Bull , who not only during his year of office had performed his duties admirably ,
but he had also tho honour of being installed by him . He had carried out in every respect tho duties required of him , and ho was prond , in the name of the Lodge , to present him with a gold Past Master ' s jewel ; he hoped he might live long to enjoy it ( cheers ) . Bro . Bull suitably returned thanks for the valuable gift , and , in the course of his speech , said how nobly the Lodge had contributed to the various
charities , and he hoped at future times to see them Vice-Presidents of those three noble institutions . The toasts of the Treasurer , Secretary , Wardens , and Officers followed , and wero duly responded to , and the Tyler ' s toast concluded a very agreeable evening , greatly contributed to by the distinguished visitors who were present . Tho W . M . provided a very delightful musical entertainment , in which Miss Kate Wild , Mdlle . BartkoAvska , Bros . G . Carter and Theodore Disfcin rendered
their valuable assistance . Bro . Walter Joyce gave " The Charge of the Light Brigade . " The visitors wero Bros . 0 . Horsley P . G . R . ( Middlesex ) , H . Dicketts P . G . S ., Kirby P . G . S ., J . Baker P . M . 753 , W . H . Jacobs P . M . 27 , Kirby P . G . S ., Hunt P . M . 800 , Price 916 , Fendick , Bebb , White 177 , Phillips 1305 , Day son , Boll 28 , E . Swanborough 1319 , Walter Joyce , Bill 9 , W . Piatt P . M . 23 , Venn ( Tuscan Lodge ) , & o ., Jones , Fendick , Ranoe 268 , and II . M . Levy P . M . 188 .
Temperance Lodge , No . 169 . —This Lodge held its installation meeting on Thursday , 21 st inst ., at the White Swan Tavern , High-street , Deptford . There Avere present Bro . T . Littlecott P . M . W . M ., Bro . T . Dingle S . W ., T . Debac J . W . G . Brown P . M . Treasurer , J . Tibbals P . M . Secretary , J . G . Neald S . D ., C . Denton J . D ., G . Bolton P . M ., J . Rosenstock I . P . M ., Bros . J . On-, G .
Murray , | W . Baker , J . Lackerriasen , W . Wilton , W . Harris , J . Beddoe , J . Dawson , A . B . Dawson aud H . Cooper . Tho Lodge was opened in first degree , and the minutes of Lodge held in December read and confirmed . Bros . Baker , Wallis , and Wilton having answered the usual questions wero entrusted and retired , and tho Lodge being opened in the second degree , these brethren Avere passed to tho
degree of Fellow Crafts . The W . M . elect , Bro . Dingle , was then installed , and the Lodge having been resumed to first degree , he appointed and invested his officers as follows : —Bro . Debac S . W ., J . G . Neald J . W ., G . Brown P . M . Treasurer , Noald Secretary , C . Denton S . D ., Moore J . D . Tho Lodge having been closed , the
brethren proceeded to tho room adjoining , Avhen a most excellent banquet was provided by the Hostess , Mrs . Porter , to Avhich tho brethren did ample justice , and retired about eleven o'clock , highly gratified with their evening's ' eiijoymont . The following visitors wore present , A . Lingwood J . D / 879 , W . C . Sporrer 158 , L . Nye 382 , Hose S . W . 1155 , Skelton 147 , H . Fryer 1107 .
Manchester Lodge , No . 179 . —The installation meeting of this Lodge was held on the 21 st inst ., at Anderton's Hotel , Fleetstreet . Bro . Munro W . M ., Tyrrell S . W ., Hopekirk P . M ., Treasurer . The Secretary , Bro . Hnghes , being absent through indisposition , and P . M . ' s Bro . Ash , Leighton , Kew and Stuart . The Lodge was opened and tho minutes were confirmed . Tho report of the audit committee
shoAvs the Lodge was in a very flourishing state . Bros . Cronch , Ncal , and Dante were raised to the third degree by Bro . Hopekirk P . M . One brother was passed , and four gentlemen were initiated by the W . M . A board of installed masters was formed , and Bro . Tyrrell S . W . and W . M . elect was duly installed in tho chair by Bro . Kew P . M . in a very effective manner . Tho officers appointed were as
follows : Bros . Munro I . P . M ., Burt S . W ., Benet J . W ., Hopekirk P . M . Treasurer , Hughes P . M . Secretary , Albergurge S . D ., Bell J . D ., Ayres I . G ., and Riley Tyler . A very sumptuous banquet was provided by Bro . Clemon , and superintended by Bro . Smith . The usual loyal and Masonic toasts wore given , including those of tho P . M . ' s wardens , visitors , and officers . The retiring W . M . was presented
with a very elegant gold Past Master s jewel , for the able manner ho had discharged his duties during his year of office , and Bro . Hopekirk P . M . and Treasurer was presented with a very beautiful and artistically designed ormolu clock , for the efficient manner ho had discharged the duty of Treasurer for many years , and also for the
great regard and esteem he is held in by every brother in the Lodge . Suitable replies were given for tho valuable gifts . Among those present ' as visitors , were Bros . T . Binckes P . G . S ., Secretary Boys ' School , Parsons W . M . 180 , W . Boll 25 , Munns 611 , Hawtrey 180 , Lakin 180 , Jones 820 , Livett 1351 , Lockhart 380 , Laing P . M . 45 , Simpson 19 , Carlton 382 , Bridgman 65 , and Jaquard 1314 .
Joppa Chapter , No . 188 . —The regular convocation of this Chapter Avas held on Monday , the 25 th instant , at the Albion Tavern , Aldersgate Street , Comp . H . M . Levy Z ., S . Lazarus P . Z . as H ., J . La / . arns P . Z . as J ., S . V . Abraham P . Z . Treasurer , Dickinson S . E ., L . Lazarus S . and Littaur and Pollitzer P . Z . 's The Chapter Avas opened , and the minutes of the former convocation were read ancl
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confirmed . The candidate who had been accepted was not present , and , there being no other business , the Chapter was closed in clue form , and the companions adjourned to a very excellent banquet , provided by Comp . W . G . Jennings , and superintended by Comp . Keeping . The Z . proposed the usual loyal and R . A . toasts . The
toast of the P . Z . and officers followed , also that of the visitors , Comp . F . Adlard 214 , and A . E . Harriss , who severally responded Tho Janitor ' s toast followed , and tho brethren separated . Bros . W . G . Jennings , J . II . Ryley and Abrahams contributed to the harmony of the evening .
Trinity Lodge , No . 254 , Warwickshire . —St . John ' s was celebrated in this Lodge on Thursday , the 21 st , and will bo remembered as a red letter day in tho Masonic annals of the ancient city , " Tho event" was tho installation into tho W . M . ' s chair of Bro . the Rev . Canon Baynes , vicar of St . Michael ' s , and Past Provincial Grand Chaplain of Warwickshire . Canon Baynes' is both largely and
deservedly esteemed as' a man and a Mason , and it was well that the Stewards obtained dispensation to hold the Lodge in St . Mary's Hall , which , being admirably decorated and well filled with members of the Craft of all grades , presented a sight not easily forgotten . Great credit was accorded to Bro . Webb P . M ., to whom was entrusted the arrangement of the Lodge . Among the gnests were the Earl of
Limerick Prov . Grand Master of Bristol , Colonel Machen Deputy Prov . Grand Master of Warwickshire , Bro . G . Gnmbloton Past Grand Warden of Oxfordshire , Bro . Captain Eaton , ancl many provincial grand officers , and other well known brethren . The ceremony of installation was performed by Bro . R . Croydon P . M . Tho W . M . having invested his officers , tho brethren adjourned from labour to
refreshment . After tho'banquet , which was provided by Host Jackson at the Castle Hotel , the Masonic toasts were given by the W . M . The Right Hon . the Eai 4 of Limerick , replying for the Grand Master of England , said " He was pleased to be able to state , from his personal knowledge , that H . R . H . the Prince of Wales takes the greatest possible interest in Freemasonry , and is fully prepared to carry out the onerous duties appertaining to the high office . " A
practical turn was given to the proceedings by an appeal from the chair on behalf of the Coventry Children ' s Hospital , which was very liberally responded to by the members present . The health of tho W . M . Avas given by the Deputy Provincial Grand Master of Warwick , shire , amid loud applause and prolonged cheering . The evening was enlivened by some excellent singing , Bro . Gnmblefcon especially affording his hearers a rare treat .
Isca Lodge , No . 683 , Newport . —The installation of Bro . W . H . Wickey Homfray , as Worshipful Master of this Lodge , took place at the Grand Masonic Hall , in Dock-street , Newport , on Wednesday last . Between 40 and 50 brethren Avere present , amongst them not fewer than 15 Past Masters , who , in a dnly constituted board , installed tho W . M . Tho ceremony was performed by Bro . L . Augustus Homfray ; brother
of the W . M . The following wero the officers : —Major Pearson I . P . M ., William Hitchcock S . W ., Walter West J . W ., J . W . Osman Chaplain , Henry Mullock Treasurer , Jno . Middleton Secretary , Frederick Flood S . D ., E . Lawrence J . D ., R . J . Chambers D . C ., if . J . Groves Organist , A . P . Filluel I . G ., William West jun . Steward , Jamea McBean Steward , Henry Fletcher Tyler . Bro . Walking , W . M . of the
Albert Edward Prince of Wales Lodge , was entrusted , by the P . G . M ., with the jewel of the P . G . Supt . Wks ., the office having become vacant by the death of Bro . Randall . After the usual votes of thanks to the P . G . M ., the D . P . G . M ., the retiring Master , & c , the Lodge was closed . Tho banquet took place at tho King ' s Head Hotel 7 where Host Gretton had made ample and splendid provision for his " ¦ nests
From 50 to 60 brethren sat down , under the presidency of tho Worshipful Master , Bro . W . H . Wiekey Homfray . The toasts were of tho usual loyal , patriotic and social character , and the Tyler ' s toast brought the convival gathering to a close . In the course of tho evening it was announced that Bro . S . G . Homfray had undertaken a stewardship in connection Avith the Boys' Charity in May . A
collection was made in the room , and the sum of £ 31 la 6 d was realised . Bro . Lyne , as P . G . S . of the Chapter , made a special appeal , and generously offered to subscribe liberall y , in order to secure for the P . G . Chapter of Monmouthshire a vice-presidentship . Tho sum required is £ 50 . The appeal was at once responded to by a subscription of £ 25 , making tho total amount for charitable purposes
£ 56 Is 6 d , in a company not exceeding 56 persons . It is expected that the qualification of £ 50 will be far exceeded by the contributions of the other Chapters in tho Province . Bro . George Homfray will , therefore , proceed to tho Festival , in May , with something over 200 sovereigns in his pocket , as the representative of the Monmouth , shire Province .
Maybury Lodge No . 969 . —This Lodge met on Wednesday , 20 th inst ., at Freemasons' Hall . Present : Bros . T . Thomas W . M ., C . Dickens S . W ., T . Smith J . W ., Van Tromp P . M . Treasurer , Levan ' . ' der P . M . Secretary , aud several members of the Lodge , including Bros . D . James , Childs , & c . The Lodge was opened , and tho minutes wore confirmed . This being the installation meeting , Bro . Charles Dickens ( son of tho late author ) , was presented to the Lodge and ho
was duly invested by Bro . Mcssent P . M . The newly installed W . M . then invested his officers as follows , viz . Bro . Talbot Smith S . W . " Norton J . W ., Van Tromp P . M . Treasurer , Smallpiece Secretary , Thompson S . D ., Savory J . D ., Pinches l . G ., Smith Tyler . Tho Lodge was then closed , and the brethren sat down to a very sumptuous banquet , provided by Bro . Fr . incatelli , and superintended bv Bro . Knill . The usnal Loyal and Masonic toasts were given . Several visitors were present , and a very agreeable evening Avas passed .
Earl of Zetland Lodge , No . 1364 . —The usual monthly meeting of this Lodge was held on Saturday , the 16 fch inst ,, at the Old
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manner in which his lordship addressed the brethren afforded great gratification ; ho than stated ho had been doing , he hoped , his duty down stairs , and he had to thank Bro . J . Nunn for his introduction to the Lodge . He had to take the chair to-morrow evening , at the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution , and ho was pleased to see how the brethren of tho Lodge enjoyed themselves , and also Avas
delighted to hear the brother who had so ably recited the last poem ( Bro . Walter Joyce ) , as it was composed by a member of his own county . He , tho Earl , had done , ho hoped , some service for the Boys and Girls' Schools , and he was now going to support the aged , lest they should slip through his fingers , and , in speaking of the Earl of Carnarvon , ho hoped , as he was about writing to him , tc
convey to his lordship the sympathy of the brethren on his sad bereavement . He begged , in the name of the visiting brethren , to tender them his sincere thanks . The W . M . then proposed the toast of the Past Masters , and alluded to their services ; but on this occasion ho had to speak of the one who had preceded him , viz ., Bro . Bull , who not only during his year of office had performed his duties admirably ,
but he had also tho honour of being installed by him . He had carried out in every respect tho duties required of him , and ho was prond , in the name of the Lodge , to present him with a gold Past Master ' s jewel ; he hoped he might live long to enjoy it ( cheers ) . Bro . Bull suitably returned thanks for the valuable gift , and , in the course of his speech , said how nobly the Lodge had contributed to the various
charities , and he hoped at future times to see them Vice-Presidents of those three noble institutions . The toasts of the Treasurer , Secretary , Wardens , and Officers followed , and wero duly responded to , and the Tyler ' s toast concluded a very agreeable evening , greatly contributed to by the distinguished visitors who were present . Tho W . M . provided a very delightful musical entertainment , in which Miss Kate Wild , Mdlle . BartkoAvska , Bros . G . Carter and Theodore Disfcin rendered
their valuable assistance . Bro . Walter Joyce gave " The Charge of the Light Brigade . " The visitors wero Bros . 0 . Horsley P . G . R . ( Middlesex ) , H . Dicketts P . G . S ., Kirby P . G . S ., J . Baker P . M . 753 , W . H . Jacobs P . M . 27 , Kirby P . G . S ., Hunt P . M . 800 , Price 916 , Fendick , Bebb , White 177 , Phillips 1305 , Day son , Boll 28 , E . Swanborough 1319 , Walter Joyce , Bill 9 , W . Piatt P . M . 23 , Venn ( Tuscan Lodge ) , & o ., Jones , Fendick , Ranoe 268 , and II . M . Levy P . M . 188 .
Temperance Lodge , No . 169 . —This Lodge held its installation meeting on Thursday , 21 st inst ., at the White Swan Tavern , High-street , Deptford . There Avere present Bro . T . Littlecott P . M . W . M ., Bro . T . Dingle S . W ., T . Debac J . W . G . Brown P . M . Treasurer , J . Tibbals P . M . Secretary , J . G . Neald S . D ., C . Denton J . D ., G . Bolton P . M ., J . Rosenstock I . P . M ., Bros . J . On-, G .
Murray , | W . Baker , J . Lackerriasen , W . Wilton , W . Harris , J . Beddoe , J . Dawson , A . B . Dawson aud H . Cooper . Tho Lodge was opened in first degree , and the minutes of Lodge held in December read and confirmed . Bros . Baker , Wallis , and Wilton having answered the usual questions wero entrusted and retired , and tho Lodge being opened in the second degree , these brethren Avere passed to tho
degree of Fellow Crafts . The W . M . elect , Bro . Dingle , was then installed , and the Lodge having been resumed to first degree , he appointed and invested his officers as follows : —Bro . Debac S . W ., J . G . Neald J . W ., G . Brown P . M . Treasurer , Noald Secretary , C . Denton S . D ., Moore J . D . Tho Lodge having been closed , the
brethren proceeded to tho room adjoining , Avhen a most excellent banquet was provided by the Hostess , Mrs . Porter , to Avhich tho brethren did ample justice , and retired about eleven o'clock , highly gratified with their evening's ' eiijoymont . The following visitors wore present , A . Lingwood J . D / 879 , W . C . Sporrer 158 , L . Nye 382 , Hose S . W . 1155 , Skelton 147 , H . Fryer 1107 .
Manchester Lodge , No . 179 . —The installation meeting of this Lodge was held on the 21 st inst ., at Anderton's Hotel , Fleetstreet . Bro . Munro W . M ., Tyrrell S . W ., Hopekirk P . M ., Treasurer . The Secretary , Bro . Hnghes , being absent through indisposition , and P . M . ' s Bro . Ash , Leighton , Kew and Stuart . The Lodge was opened and tho minutes were confirmed . Tho report of the audit committee
shoAvs the Lodge was in a very flourishing state . Bros . Cronch , Ncal , and Dante were raised to the third degree by Bro . Hopekirk P . M . One brother was passed , and four gentlemen were initiated by the W . M . A board of installed masters was formed , and Bro . Tyrrell S . W . and W . M . elect was duly installed in tho chair by Bro . Kew P . M . in a very effective manner . Tho officers appointed were as
follows : Bros . Munro I . P . M ., Burt S . W ., Benet J . W ., Hopekirk P . M . Treasurer , Hughes P . M . Secretary , Albergurge S . D ., Bell J . D ., Ayres I . G ., and Riley Tyler . A very sumptuous banquet was provided by Bro . Clemon , and superintended by Bro . Smith . The usual loyal and Masonic toasts wore given , including those of tho P . M . ' s wardens , visitors , and officers . The retiring W . M . was presented
with a very elegant gold Past Master s jewel , for the able manner ho had discharged his duties during his year of office , and Bro . Hopekirk P . M . and Treasurer was presented with a very beautiful and artistically designed ormolu clock , for the efficient manner ho had discharged the duty of Treasurer for many years , and also for the
great regard and esteem he is held in by every brother in the Lodge . Suitable replies were given for tho valuable gifts . Among those present ' as visitors , were Bros . T . Binckes P . G . S ., Secretary Boys ' School , Parsons W . M . 180 , W . Boll 25 , Munns 611 , Hawtrey 180 , Lakin 180 , Jones 820 , Livett 1351 , Lockhart 380 , Laing P . M . 45 , Simpson 19 , Carlton 382 , Bridgman 65 , and Jaquard 1314 .
Joppa Chapter , No . 188 . —The regular convocation of this Chapter Avas held on Monday , the 25 th instant , at the Albion Tavern , Aldersgate Street , Comp . H . M . Levy Z ., S . Lazarus P . Z . as H ., J . La / . arns P . Z . as J ., S . V . Abraham P . Z . Treasurer , Dickinson S . E ., L . Lazarus S . and Littaur and Pollitzer P . Z . 's The Chapter Avas opened , and the minutes of the former convocation were read ancl
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confirmed . The candidate who had been accepted was not present , and , there being no other business , the Chapter was closed in clue form , and the companions adjourned to a very excellent banquet , provided by Comp . W . G . Jennings , and superintended by Comp . Keeping . The Z . proposed the usual loyal and R . A . toasts . The
toast of the P . Z . and officers followed , also that of the visitors , Comp . F . Adlard 214 , and A . E . Harriss , who severally responded Tho Janitor ' s toast followed , and tho brethren separated . Bros . W . G . Jennings , J . II . Ryley and Abrahams contributed to the harmony of the evening .
Trinity Lodge , No . 254 , Warwickshire . —St . John ' s was celebrated in this Lodge on Thursday , the 21 st , and will bo remembered as a red letter day in tho Masonic annals of the ancient city , " Tho event" was tho installation into tho W . M . ' s chair of Bro . the Rev . Canon Baynes , vicar of St . Michael ' s , and Past Provincial Grand Chaplain of Warwickshire . Canon Baynes' is both largely and
deservedly esteemed as' a man and a Mason , and it was well that the Stewards obtained dispensation to hold the Lodge in St . Mary's Hall , which , being admirably decorated and well filled with members of the Craft of all grades , presented a sight not easily forgotten . Great credit was accorded to Bro . Webb P . M ., to whom was entrusted the arrangement of the Lodge . Among the gnests were the Earl of
Limerick Prov . Grand Master of Bristol , Colonel Machen Deputy Prov . Grand Master of Warwickshire , Bro . G . Gnmbloton Past Grand Warden of Oxfordshire , Bro . Captain Eaton , ancl many provincial grand officers , and other well known brethren . The ceremony of installation was performed by Bro . R . Croydon P . M . Tho W . M . having invested his officers , tho brethren adjourned from labour to
refreshment . After tho'banquet , which was provided by Host Jackson at the Castle Hotel , the Masonic toasts were given by the W . M . The Right Hon . the Eai 4 of Limerick , replying for the Grand Master of England , said " He was pleased to be able to state , from his personal knowledge , that H . R . H . the Prince of Wales takes the greatest possible interest in Freemasonry , and is fully prepared to carry out the onerous duties appertaining to the high office . " A
practical turn was given to the proceedings by an appeal from the chair on behalf of the Coventry Children ' s Hospital , which was very liberally responded to by the members present . The health of tho W . M . Avas given by the Deputy Provincial Grand Master of Warwick , shire , amid loud applause and prolonged cheering . The evening was enlivened by some excellent singing , Bro . Gnmblefcon especially affording his hearers a rare treat .
Isca Lodge , No . 683 , Newport . —The installation of Bro . W . H . Wickey Homfray , as Worshipful Master of this Lodge , took place at the Grand Masonic Hall , in Dock-street , Newport , on Wednesday last . Between 40 and 50 brethren Avere present , amongst them not fewer than 15 Past Masters , who , in a dnly constituted board , installed tho W . M . Tho ceremony was performed by Bro . L . Augustus Homfray ; brother
of the W . M . The following wero the officers : —Major Pearson I . P . M ., William Hitchcock S . W ., Walter West J . W ., J . W . Osman Chaplain , Henry Mullock Treasurer , Jno . Middleton Secretary , Frederick Flood S . D ., E . Lawrence J . D ., R . J . Chambers D . C ., if . J . Groves Organist , A . P . Filluel I . G ., William West jun . Steward , Jamea McBean Steward , Henry Fletcher Tyler . Bro . Walking , W . M . of the
Albert Edward Prince of Wales Lodge , was entrusted , by the P . G . M ., with the jewel of the P . G . Supt . Wks ., the office having become vacant by the death of Bro . Randall . After the usual votes of thanks to the P . G . M ., the D . P . G . M ., the retiring Master , & c , the Lodge was closed . Tho banquet took place at tho King ' s Head Hotel 7 where Host Gretton had made ample and splendid provision for his " ¦ nests
From 50 to 60 brethren sat down , under the presidency of tho Worshipful Master , Bro . W . H . Wiekey Homfray . The toasts were of tho usual loyal , patriotic and social character , and the Tyler ' s toast brought the convival gathering to a close . In the course of tho evening it was announced that Bro . S . G . Homfray had undertaken a stewardship in connection Avith the Boys' Charity in May . A
collection was made in the room , and the sum of £ 31 la 6 d was realised . Bro . Lyne , as P . G . S . of the Chapter , made a special appeal , and generously offered to subscribe liberall y , in order to secure for the P . G . Chapter of Monmouthshire a vice-presidentship . Tho sum required is £ 50 . The appeal was at once responded to by a subscription of £ 25 , making tho total amount for charitable purposes
£ 56 Is 6 d , in a company not exceeding 56 persons . It is expected that the qualification of £ 50 will be far exceeded by the contributions of the other Chapters in tho Province . Bro . George Homfray will , therefore , proceed to tho Festival , in May , with something over 200 sovereigns in his pocket , as the representative of the Monmouth , shire Province .
Maybury Lodge No . 969 . —This Lodge met on Wednesday , 20 th inst ., at Freemasons' Hall . Present : Bros . T . Thomas W . M ., C . Dickens S . W ., T . Smith J . W ., Van Tromp P . M . Treasurer , Levan ' . ' der P . M . Secretary , aud several members of the Lodge , including Bros . D . James , Childs , & c . The Lodge was opened , and tho minutes wore confirmed . This being the installation meeting , Bro . Charles Dickens ( son of tho late author ) , was presented to the Lodge and ho
was duly invested by Bro . Mcssent P . M . The newly installed W . M . then invested his officers as follows , viz . Bro . Talbot Smith S . W . " Norton J . W ., Van Tromp P . M . Treasurer , Smallpiece Secretary , Thompson S . D ., Savory J . D ., Pinches l . G ., Smith Tyler . Tho Lodge was then closed , and the brethren sat down to a very sumptuous banquet , provided by Bro . Fr . incatelli , and superintended bv Bro . Knill . The usnal Loyal and Masonic toasts were given . Several visitors were present , and a very agreeable evening Avas passed .
Earl of Zetland Lodge , No . 1364 . —The usual monthly meeting of this Lodge was held on Saturday , the 16 fch inst ,, at the Old