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lowing officers and brethren : Bros . M . Hooper S . VV . ; H . Stokes , J . W . ; Thos . Poore , P . AL , & c , Preceptor ; R . VV . Pooler , S . D . ; E . Newby , J . D . ; H . AL Williams , Secretary , as LG . ; H . Goodwin , acting Secretary ; C . H . Phillips , Treasurer ; H . Durham , G . Alonk , J . Alartin Howe , G . VV . Knight , and S . Richardson . Lodge was opened in due form , and the minutes of the previous meeting were read and unanimously confirmed .
Lodge was opened in the Second Degree , and Bro . Phillips , as candidate , gave proofs of his proficiency , and was entrusted . Lodge was opened in the Third Degree , and the ceremony of raising rehearsed by the VV . AI . in a very able manner , Bro . Philips being the candidate . Lodge was regularly closed down to the First Degree , when Bro . I . Alartin was unanimously elected a joining member . On
the motion of the Preceptor , Bro . H . Hooper was elected W . AI . for the ensuing week . Bro . Hooper returned thanks , and appointed officers in rotation . Letter from Bro . E . A . Francis , Preceptor , was read , regretting his absence , through pressure of business . "Hearty good wishes " having been expressed , lodge was closed in due form and adjourned .
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WEST KENT CHAPTER ( No . 1207 ) . —A meeting of this chapter was held on Saturday , the 9 th inst ., atthe Thicket Hotel , Anerley . Present : Comps . Robert Crowden , ' / .. ; VVm . Lake , H . ; E . VV . Grabham , acting J . ; J . C Woodrow , E . ; Thomas Perrin , N . ; B . Fullwood , P . Z ., P . S . ; James Crowden , Assist . S . ; VV . Lavington , Assist . S . ; Dr . Baslcy , Hon . Org . ; Watson Osmond , Finch , Church , Janitor ; and others . Visitors : Comps . Harding , Brown , and Cohu .
The chapter was opened by the Al . E . Z ., and after the minutes of the previous convocation had been duly confirmed , Bros . VVm . D . Robins , 1297 ; Geo . Cecil Winkworth , 1297 ; and W . J . Ancell , 1194 ; were balloted for and being approved were exalted into Royal Arch Alasonry by the M . E . Z ., Comp . Robert H . Crowden . The ceremony throughout was perfectly performed by every officer connected with the chapter and redounds greatly to the credit of the Al . E . Z .
The election of officers for the ensuing year next took place , when it became apparent that it was the wish of the chapter that Comp . Robt . II . Crowden , the founder and firstlZ ., should be re-elected . This great compliment was accepted by Comp . Crowden , and the election proving unanimous in his favour , he distinctly assured the companions that he had no wish to stand in the way of aspiring officers . at the same time if it was considered beneficial for the
welfare of the West Kent Chapter he would cheerfully accept the honour . Comp . Lake was unanimously reelected H . ; and Comps . B . Fullwood , J . ; J . C . Woodrow , E . ; Thos . Perrid , N . ; and Watson Osmond , P . S . The Audit Committee was also arranged , after whicli the chapter was closed in due form . The banquet which followed was served with Comp . Lassom's usual taste , and gave every satisfaction to the
companions . The Al . E . Z ., in proposing " The Health of the Queen , " said : Companions—Since we last had the pleasure of meeting , England has achieved a feat of arms unequalled in the annals of this country , and thc hearts of those brave men who have just returned from the Egyptian campaign cannot but have been much impressed with the gracious manner in which Her Majesty the Queen had expressed personally ,
and on behalf of the country , her appreciation of their valuable services . They , as soldiers , have proved their loyalty ; let us , as civilians and Royal Arch Alasons , follow their example by responding cordially to this toast . "The Grand Z . of the Order , H . R . H . the Prince of Wales , " was next proposed , when the Al . E . Z . took occasion
to remark on the interest His Royal Highness took _ in all Masonic matters , and ventured to assert that when , in the course of events , although he hoped the day might be far distant , he should ascend the throne , his popularity would be so great as to cast a shade on the halo which surrounded the fame of his illustrious ancestors . " The Healths of the Grand Officers " followed and the
toast done justice to . Comp . Lake proposed " The Health of the Al . E . Z , " and in doing so offered his hearty congratulations to Comp . Crowden on the compliment that had just been paid him by the Chapter in re-electing him to the office of Al . E . Z . For himself , he could only say that the pleasure of working with so able and worthy a First Principal as Companion Crowden had proved himself to be , was even greater than
that of filling the chair himself , much as he should esteem that honor . Whatever credit was due for thc position they were in , they owed to the Al . E . Z ., who had , from the first , taken the deepest interest in his work , and while his first year ' s rule had fairly started the Chapter on the road to prosperity , they knew his second would still further promote and strengthen their position . In reply , Comp . Crowden thanked thc companions as
follows : We are taught in Craft Alasonry that it is "the hope of reward that at all times sweetens , " but in my case I received the reward before I commenced the labour , for in making me your first Z . you deprived me of this hope , and saved me ' from the labours of passing through the various offices of the chapter . This honour , as also the honour of my re-election to-day , is very greatly prized by me , and I am at a loss to find words to express my gratitude
to you . Aly maxim through life has always been that whatever was worth doing at all is worth doing well ; and whether it be in Masonic or ordinary business matters , to do thoroughly all you undertake is pretty certain to lead to success and give satisfaction to all concerned . As regards this chapter , I have done my utmost for it , as I did for the lodge . I have impressed on the minds of my ollicers the importance of perfecting the ritual , and have set the example myself , the conseqnence is , ive have had splendid
working ; our banquets have been well served and personally directed by Comp . I . assom , and every companion has done his best to make our meetings most enjoyable and happy ones . I thank you all for your courtesy and forbearance during my first year of oflice , and particularly Comp . Lake for the very Haltering manner in which he has proposed the toa . ^ t . The Al . E . Z ., next proposed the "Healths of the Exaltees , Bros . Robins , Winkworth , and Ancell , who were valuable additions to the chapter , and were cordially wel-
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comed by the companions . They each responded in suitable terms , and expressed their admiration of the beautiful and impressive ceremony they had just had the privilege of passing through . Comps . Harding , Cohu , and Brown , responded as "The Visitors . " The two former having so thoroughly enjoyed themselves , expressed the satisfaction of their being present for the first time in a London chapter , and wished
their names to be proposed as joining members at the next convocation . Comp . Brown , in acknowledging the remarks of the Al . E . Z ., said , as Preceptor of the Aletropolitan Chapter of Improvement , it gave him much pleasure in witnessing the performances of his pupils ; and that day he had had the satisfaction of seeing the ceremonies of the R . A . performed in such a way as is not often witnessed in many
chapters . It was quite true that hc did strive to maintain the perfection of the ritual with as much care and precision as possible , and in thc end it redounded to the credit of those companions who carried out his ideas and instruction . He was present at the consecration of the chapter , and remarked the steady progress with much jileasure , and having spent an enjoyable evening , hoped it would not be the last time he would respond to the toast
as a visitor . The Al . E . Z . next proposed " The Healths of the H . and J ., " and expressed the confidence he felt in supporting the keystone , together with the strength of the two archstones , which were the H . and J . of the chapter . Vie congratulated the companions on the acquisition of such valuable services as were rendered by Comps . Lake and Grabham . It was only when the companions attempted the work of the Three Principals
they Would be able to appreciate the marvellous application required to thoroughly master the historical , symbolical , and mystical lectures ; but in the hands of Comps Lake and Grabham they hadbeen perfectly safe and wonderfully well delivered . The health of Comp . J . K . Stead was still in a very critical state , and he would be quite unable ever to attend the chapter again . This , naturally , would cause great grief in the hearts of all those companions who personally knew him .
Comp . Grabham being obliged to leave earl y , Bro . Lake responded on behalf of himself and the Acting Third Principal , and thanked the Al . E . Z . for the very kind and much too flattering manner in which he had spoken of his services to the West Kent Chapter . He was proud of the position he held as Second Principal , and while it was possible for Comp . Crowden to retain the Chair of Al . E . Z . he ( Comp . Lake ) would be only too glad to aid and assist him to the utmost of his power . He had known Comp .
Crowden many years ago , and it was with agreeable surprise that he renewed that acquaintance in Alasonry on coming to this neighbourhood . Bro . Grabham they all knew and respected . He was an honorary member of the chapter , but was always ready to give them the benefit of his services in any office or duty when asked . The unfortunate position in which they were placed by the serious illness of the Third Principals , which they so much regretted , had rendered those services move than ordinarily valuable .
"lhe Health of the E ., N ., P . S ., and other Officers , " as the last toast , next followed , the M . E . Z . congratulating the crew of the bark—to which he compared his tenure of office—on thc successful voyage she would by the next meeting have completed , b y their all , like good and brave seamen , sticking hard and fast to their duties .
Comp . Woodrow , as L ., assured thc companions that he felt honoured by retaining his position as E ., and considered that having just been elected Z . of another chapter , he had already attained that position to which all ardent Alasons were looking forward to , and consequently he would forget the honour of preferment in this chapter , and make way for those companions who were ambitious . In the course of a speech given in his usual genial style , he explained
that the work of the E . was no sinecure ; and were it not for the great interest he took in the chapter , and the high regard he had for the companions present , who were founders , he would readily be relieved of the duties attending his position . Comp . Thos . Perrin remarked , on his re-election as N ., hc could not do better than follow the same lines as his predecessor , as the ( Al . E . Z . had expressed satisfaction on the
way he had carried out his duties . He cheerfully gave up his opportunity of being appointed as J ., as he felt it was for the welfare and interest of the chapter that Comp . Crowden should be re-elected . He also spoke in high terms of the benefits received by his attendance at the Aletropolitan Chapter of Instruction , under the Preceptorship of Comp . Brown . Comp . Fullwood , P . S ., congratulated the comjianions on
the very enjoyable evenings they always had , and accounted for the happiness of Alasonic meetings generally from the fact that all subjects such as religion or politics were not allowed to be discussed , in fact anything of a discordant nature should be ignored . He expressed as a P . Z . of another chapter the pleasure it was to him to belong to a London Chapter and seethe ritual which he admired so much carried out so perfectly , for in the country the companions had not the same opportunity of attending Chapters
of Improvement . He had always felt and appreciated thc compliment of his being made the first P . S . of the West Kent Chapter , and now being elected as ) . should not allow his energies lo slacken , as he was desirous of seeing the chapter onc of the best as well as one of the most select in the metropolis . Comps . Basley , James Crowden and Lavington , also returned thanks in suitable terms . The Janitor's toast followed and the companions shortly after separated .
WHITBY . —Britannia Chapter ( No . 312 ) . — A convocation of this chapter was held on the nth inst ., in the Alasonic Hall , West Cliff , at which there were present Comps . John Stevenson , P . Z ., M . E . Z . ; Thos . N . Alarwood , P . / ,., II . ; James S . Moss , P . Z ., J . ; VV . II . Falkinbridge , P . S . ; Francis Thornton , A . S . ; John N . Lawson , P . Z ., N . ; Silvester Reed , P . Z ., E . ; Thomas II . Trucnian ,
Janitor ; VV . Clarkson , Ihomas late , Win . Ii . Wolsey , John Brand , and B . Ncwbald . The business before the chapter consisted of the . exaltation of Bro . VV . I-I . Attlay , 312 , who having been elected at a previous chapter was now exalted to the Royal Arch Degree in a most impressive manner by the Al . E . Z . The chapter was afterwards closed .
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LIVERPOOL . —Israel Chapter ( No . 1502 ) . — The first annual installation meeting of this chapter since the period of consecration took place at the Alasonic Hall , Hope-street , on Thursday , the 7 th inst ., and the interest in thc gathering was showed by a very large attendance of members and visitors . Among those on the Janitor ' s record book was Comp . Alaurice Hart , Al . E . Z . ; Comp . S . Schonstadt , H . ; Comp . H . A . Tobias , J . ; Comp . D . Gabrielscn
, Treas . ; Comp . Alex . Levy , S . E . ; Comp . AL Aronsberg , S . N . ; Comp . S . J . Henochsberg , P . S . ; Comp Alfred Levy , A . S . ; and Comp . Peter Ball , Janitor . ' The visitors included Comp . J . T . Callow , P , Z „ P . G ., Treas . ; Comp . J . Pemberton , P . Z ., P . P . G . Sword Bearer ; Comp . Broadbridge , P . Z . 6 S 0 ; Comp . Dr . Samuel , P . Z . 241 ; Comp . Dr . Bailey , H . GSo ; Comp . Carruthers , J . 1350 ; and Comp . J . AL King , S 23 . A ballot was taken for two brethren
presented for exaltation , and the treasurer ' s balance-sheet , showing a small balance in favour of the chapter after paying all the necessary consecration and other expenses , was read . Comp . Alaurice Hair , ALE . / ., then proceeded to install the principals-elect as follow : —Comp . S . Schonstadt , Al . E . Z . ; Comp . H . A . Tobias , H . ; and Comp . S . J . Henochsberg , J . ; the other officers invested being Comp . D . Gabrielsen , Treas . ( re-elected ); Comp . Alex .
Levy , S . E . ( re-elected ); Comp . H . Harper , S . N . ; Comp . AI . Aronsberg , P . S . ; Comps . P . S . Levy , ( by proxy ) and Alfred Levy , ( both re-appointed ) , Assistant S . ; and Comp . Peter Ball , Janitor . After the chapter had been closed in due form , the companions adjourned to banquet , provided by Comp . Woodhouse , the house steward , who gave great satisfaction . In thecourse of theeveninga valuable P . Z . ' s jewel was presented to Comp . Alaurice Hart , I . P . Z ., the
gift being entirely subscribed for personally by the members of the chapter , the by-laws not allowing any sum to be taken out of the funds of the chapter for such a purpose . The princijials and visitors spoke highly of the manner in which the installation ceremony was performed byComp . AL Hart , LP . Z ., this being his first appearance as an Installing Companion in any chapter . The evening was pleasantly spent , songs being given by Comps . Gabrielsen , Alfred Levy , Dr . Bailey , and others .
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SHEFFIELD . —White Rose of York Conclave ( No . 120 ) . —The regular meeting was held on the 30 th ult ., at the Freemasons' Hall , Surrey-street . The conclave was opened in due form by Bro . John Barker , 'ALP . S ., assisted by Bros . H . J . Garnett , V . E ., and the rest of the
officers . I he minutes of the last meeting were read and confirmed , and the historical oration ( which was omitted for want of time at the last meeting ) was given Bro . Davidson by the Al . P . S . After the business of the conclave was finished , the brethren sat down to a slight refreshment , under the presidency of the Al . P . S .
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MELBOURNE . — Combermere Lodge ( No . 747 ) •— The regular monthly meeting of this , the leading lodge under the English Constitution in Victoria , was held on Thursday evening , October 19 th , in the Alasonic Hall , Lonsdale-street , E . The W . AL , Bro . Charles Shaw , opened the lodge , supported by his officers , and a large muster of the members , whilst the visitors from various lodges under the Constitutions came troooinrr in bv half
dozens at a time , till at last there were a little short of a hundred brethren present in all , fully a third of whom were District Officers , Alasters and Past Masters . The dais , in fact , presented a brilliant appearance , and for some time the Deacons were fully emiiloyed in conducting Alasters of ot lodges to the East with thc customary ceremonial . After the minutes were read and confirmed , ballots were taken for two candidates , which being clear in both
instances , the W . AL vacated the chair in favour of Bro . VV . F . Lamonby , P . AL , who has recently joined Conbermere , and who had been announced to work the initiation ceremony on two of the three candidates present , Alessrs . E . S . Chapman and Thos . Haydon , both intimate friends of his . The three candidates having been regularly initiated and re-admitted , the E . A . ' s charge was very impressively delivered by Bro . Henry .
1 he VV . M . then resumed the chair , when he reported the deliberations of the special committee for the organisation of a new lodge choir , in the place of the other resigned . New rules were adopted , and it was intimated that the new choir would be in working order at an early date . Clearances were voted to brethren who had resigned ; amongst them were Bro . T . B . Aloroney , an eminent colonial vocalist , who had gone to England for the purpose of adopting
music as a profession . Several candidates and affiliating members were proposed , after which the lodge was closed . Subsequently the large assemblage adjourned to the hall below for supper , when the usual toast list was gone through , to the accompaniment of the Combermere fire . Some capital speeches were delivered , whilst thc singing in the hands of the
W . AL , Bros . Dr . Wilmot , P . AL , Dr . Robertson , W . AL Lowry Lodge , not to omit the able assistance of Bro . David Lee , thc Alelbourne City Organist , on the pianoforte , caused the time to liy so rapidly , that the Tyler's toast from Bro . Cartwright , the senior P . AL , came upon all unexpectedly . This is said to have been one of the largest private lodge meetings ever held in the metropolis of Victoria .
FUNERAL OF THE LATE BRO . ELIAS SOAIERS . The remains of liro . Somers , P . AI . 1 G 02 and 1 S 97 , Prov . ( LP . Middx ., were interred , on the cjth inst ., in the Abncy Park Cemetery . Thc body was taken from the residence of the deceased , in Forest-road , Dalston , to St . Philip ' s Church , Richmond-road , where the funeral service was read . The
interment took place in the presence of a large number of friends , including Bros . VV . Stephens , VV . M . 1489 : Win . Norris , W . AL 1602 ; H . VV . Mayes , VV . M . 1 S 97 ; VV . Ilurran , Treas . 1 S 97 ; w - " •Lee , P . AL and Sec . 1897 ; J . Osborn , P . AL 1 ( 102 ; R . Pearcy , P . AI . 22 S ; K . Woodman , J . D . 1 S 97 ; J . Greenfield , I . W . 1602 ; II . W . Gregory , S . D . 1 S 97 ; Oscar Von Holtorp , 1 S 97 ; VV . F . Poulton , P . AI . 1 C 02 ; VV . Gray , I . W . 14 S 0 ; and others .
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lowing officers and brethren : Bros . M . Hooper S . VV . ; H . Stokes , J . W . ; Thos . Poore , P . AL , & c , Preceptor ; R . VV . Pooler , S . D . ; E . Newby , J . D . ; H . AL Williams , Secretary , as LG . ; H . Goodwin , acting Secretary ; C . H . Phillips , Treasurer ; H . Durham , G . Alonk , J . Alartin Howe , G . VV . Knight , and S . Richardson . Lodge was opened in due form , and the minutes of the previous meeting were read and unanimously confirmed .
Lodge was opened in the Second Degree , and Bro . Phillips , as candidate , gave proofs of his proficiency , and was entrusted . Lodge was opened in the Third Degree , and the ceremony of raising rehearsed by the VV . AI . in a very able manner , Bro . Philips being the candidate . Lodge was regularly closed down to the First Degree , when Bro . I . Alartin was unanimously elected a joining member . On
the motion of the Preceptor , Bro . H . Hooper was elected W . AI . for the ensuing week . Bro . Hooper returned thanks , and appointed officers in rotation . Letter from Bro . E . A . Francis , Preceptor , was read , regretting his absence , through pressure of business . "Hearty good wishes " having been expressed , lodge was closed in due form and adjourned .
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WEST KENT CHAPTER ( No . 1207 ) . —A meeting of this chapter was held on Saturday , the 9 th inst ., atthe Thicket Hotel , Anerley . Present : Comps . Robert Crowden , ' / .. ; VVm . Lake , H . ; E . VV . Grabham , acting J . ; J . C Woodrow , E . ; Thomas Perrin , N . ; B . Fullwood , P . Z ., P . S . ; James Crowden , Assist . S . ; VV . Lavington , Assist . S . ; Dr . Baslcy , Hon . Org . ; Watson Osmond , Finch , Church , Janitor ; and others . Visitors : Comps . Harding , Brown , and Cohu .
The chapter was opened by the Al . E . Z ., and after the minutes of the previous convocation had been duly confirmed , Bros . VVm . D . Robins , 1297 ; Geo . Cecil Winkworth , 1297 ; and W . J . Ancell , 1194 ; were balloted for and being approved were exalted into Royal Arch Alasonry by the M . E . Z ., Comp . Robert H . Crowden . The ceremony throughout was perfectly performed by every officer connected with the chapter and redounds greatly to the credit of the Al . E . Z .
The election of officers for the ensuing year next took place , when it became apparent that it was the wish of the chapter that Comp . Robt . II . Crowden , the founder and firstlZ ., should be re-elected . This great compliment was accepted by Comp . Crowden , and the election proving unanimous in his favour , he distinctly assured the companions that he had no wish to stand in the way of aspiring officers . at the same time if it was considered beneficial for the
welfare of the West Kent Chapter he would cheerfully accept the honour . Comp . Lake was unanimously reelected H . ; and Comps . B . Fullwood , J . ; J . C . Woodrow , E . ; Thos . Perrid , N . ; and Watson Osmond , P . S . The Audit Committee was also arranged , after whicli the chapter was closed in due form . The banquet which followed was served with Comp . Lassom's usual taste , and gave every satisfaction to the
companions . The Al . E . Z ., in proposing " The Health of the Queen , " said : Companions—Since we last had the pleasure of meeting , England has achieved a feat of arms unequalled in the annals of this country , and thc hearts of those brave men who have just returned from the Egyptian campaign cannot but have been much impressed with the gracious manner in which Her Majesty the Queen had expressed personally ,
and on behalf of the country , her appreciation of their valuable services . They , as soldiers , have proved their loyalty ; let us , as civilians and Royal Arch Alasons , follow their example by responding cordially to this toast . "The Grand Z . of the Order , H . R . H . the Prince of Wales , " was next proposed , when the Al . E . Z . took occasion
to remark on the interest His Royal Highness took _ in all Masonic matters , and ventured to assert that when , in the course of events , although he hoped the day might be far distant , he should ascend the throne , his popularity would be so great as to cast a shade on the halo which surrounded the fame of his illustrious ancestors . " The Healths of the Grand Officers " followed and the
toast done justice to . Comp . Lake proposed " The Health of the Al . E . Z , " and in doing so offered his hearty congratulations to Comp . Crowden on the compliment that had just been paid him by the Chapter in re-electing him to the office of Al . E . Z . For himself , he could only say that the pleasure of working with so able and worthy a First Principal as Companion Crowden had proved himself to be , was even greater than
that of filling the chair himself , much as he should esteem that honor . Whatever credit was due for thc position they were in , they owed to the Al . E . Z ., who had , from the first , taken the deepest interest in his work , and while his first year ' s rule had fairly started the Chapter on the road to prosperity , they knew his second would still further promote and strengthen their position . In reply , Comp . Crowden thanked thc companions as
follows : We are taught in Craft Alasonry that it is "the hope of reward that at all times sweetens , " but in my case I received the reward before I commenced the labour , for in making me your first Z . you deprived me of this hope , and saved me ' from the labours of passing through the various offices of the chapter . This honour , as also the honour of my re-election to-day , is very greatly prized by me , and I am at a loss to find words to express my gratitude
to you . Aly maxim through life has always been that whatever was worth doing at all is worth doing well ; and whether it be in Masonic or ordinary business matters , to do thoroughly all you undertake is pretty certain to lead to success and give satisfaction to all concerned . As regards this chapter , I have done my utmost for it , as I did for the lodge . I have impressed on the minds of my ollicers the importance of perfecting the ritual , and have set the example myself , the conseqnence is , ive have had splendid
working ; our banquets have been well served and personally directed by Comp . I . assom , and every companion has done his best to make our meetings most enjoyable and happy ones . I thank you all for your courtesy and forbearance during my first year of oflice , and particularly Comp . Lake for the very Haltering manner in which he has proposed the toa . ^ t . The Al . E . Z ., next proposed the "Healths of the Exaltees , Bros . Robins , Winkworth , and Ancell , who were valuable additions to the chapter , and were cordially wel-
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comed by the companions . They each responded in suitable terms , and expressed their admiration of the beautiful and impressive ceremony they had just had the privilege of passing through . Comps . Harding , Cohu , and Brown , responded as "The Visitors . " The two former having so thoroughly enjoyed themselves , expressed the satisfaction of their being present for the first time in a London chapter , and wished
their names to be proposed as joining members at the next convocation . Comp . Brown , in acknowledging the remarks of the Al . E . Z ., said , as Preceptor of the Aletropolitan Chapter of Improvement , it gave him much pleasure in witnessing the performances of his pupils ; and that day he had had the satisfaction of seeing the ceremonies of the R . A . performed in such a way as is not often witnessed in many
chapters . It was quite true that hc did strive to maintain the perfection of the ritual with as much care and precision as possible , and in thc end it redounded to the credit of those companions who carried out his ideas and instruction . He was present at the consecration of the chapter , and remarked the steady progress with much jileasure , and having spent an enjoyable evening , hoped it would not be the last time he would respond to the toast
as a visitor . The Al . E . Z . next proposed " The Healths of the H . and J ., " and expressed the confidence he felt in supporting the keystone , together with the strength of the two archstones , which were the H . and J . of the chapter . Vie congratulated the companions on the acquisition of such valuable services as were rendered by Comps . Lake and Grabham . It was only when the companions attempted the work of the Three Principals
they Would be able to appreciate the marvellous application required to thoroughly master the historical , symbolical , and mystical lectures ; but in the hands of Comps Lake and Grabham they hadbeen perfectly safe and wonderfully well delivered . The health of Comp . J . K . Stead was still in a very critical state , and he would be quite unable ever to attend the chapter again . This , naturally , would cause great grief in the hearts of all those companions who personally knew him .
Comp . Grabham being obliged to leave earl y , Bro . Lake responded on behalf of himself and the Acting Third Principal , and thanked the Al . E . Z . for the very kind and much too flattering manner in which he had spoken of his services to the West Kent Chapter . He was proud of the position he held as Second Principal , and while it was possible for Comp . Crowden to retain the Chair of Al . E . Z . he ( Comp . Lake ) would be only too glad to aid and assist him to the utmost of his power . He had known Comp .
Crowden many years ago , and it was with agreeable surprise that he renewed that acquaintance in Alasonry on coming to this neighbourhood . Bro . Grabham they all knew and respected . He was an honorary member of the chapter , but was always ready to give them the benefit of his services in any office or duty when asked . The unfortunate position in which they were placed by the serious illness of the Third Principals , which they so much regretted , had rendered those services move than ordinarily valuable .
"lhe Health of the E ., N ., P . S ., and other Officers , " as the last toast , next followed , the M . E . Z . congratulating the crew of the bark—to which he compared his tenure of office—on thc successful voyage she would by the next meeting have completed , b y their all , like good and brave seamen , sticking hard and fast to their duties .
Comp . Woodrow , as L ., assured thc companions that he felt honoured by retaining his position as E ., and considered that having just been elected Z . of another chapter , he had already attained that position to which all ardent Alasons were looking forward to , and consequently he would forget the honour of preferment in this chapter , and make way for those companions who were ambitious . In the course of a speech given in his usual genial style , he explained
that the work of the E . was no sinecure ; and were it not for the great interest he took in the chapter , and the high regard he had for the companions present , who were founders , he would readily be relieved of the duties attending his position . Comp . Thos . Perrin remarked , on his re-election as N ., hc could not do better than follow the same lines as his predecessor , as the ( Al . E . Z . had expressed satisfaction on the
way he had carried out his duties . He cheerfully gave up his opportunity of being appointed as J ., as he felt it was for the welfare and interest of the chapter that Comp . Crowden should be re-elected . He also spoke in high terms of the benefits received by his attendance at the Aletropolitan Chapter of Instruction , under the Preceptorship of Comp . Brown . Comp . Fullwood , P . S ., congratulated the comjianions on
the very enjoyable evenings they always had , and accounted for the happiness of Alasonic meetings generally from the fact that all subjects such as religion or politics were not allowed to be discussed , in fact anything of a discordant nature should be ignored . He expressed as a P . Z . of another chapter the pleasure it was to him to belong to a London Chapter and seethe ritual which he admired so much carried out so perfectly , for in the country the companions had not the same opportunity of attending Chapters
of Improvement . He had always felt and appreciated thc compliment of his being made the first P . S . of the West Kent Chapter , and now being elected as ) . should not allow his energies lo slacken , as he was desirous of seeing the chapter onc of the best as well as one of the most select in the metropolis . Comps . Basley , James Crowden and Lavington , also returned thanks in suitable terms . The Janitor's toast followed and the companions shortly after separated .
WHITBY . —Britannia Chapter ( No . 312 ) . — A convocation of this chapter was held on the nth inst ., in the Alasonic Hall , West Cliff , at which there were present Comps . John Stevenson , P . Z ., M . E . Z . ; Thos . N . Alarwood , P . / ,., II . ; James S . Moss , P . Z ., J . ; VV . II . Falkinbridge , P . S . ; Francis Thornton , A . S . ; John N . Lawson , P . Z ., N . ; Silvester Reed , P . Z ., E . ; Thomas II . Trucnian ,
Janitor ; VV . Clarkson , Ihomas late , Win . Ii . Wolsey , John Brand , and B . Ncwbald . The business before the chapter consisted of the . exaltation of Bro . VV . I-I . Attlay , 312 , who having been elected at a previous chapter was now exalted to the Royal Arch Degree in a most impressive manner by the Al . E . Z . The chapter was afterwards closed .
Royal Arch.
LIVERPOOL . —Israel Chapter ( No . 1502 ) . — The first annual installation meeting of this chapter since the period of consecration took place at the Alasonic Hall , Hope-street , on Thursday , the 7 th inst ., and the interest in thc gathering was showed by a very large attendance of members and visitors . Among those on the Janitor ' s record book was Comp . Alaurice Hart , Al . E . Z . ; Comp . S . Schonstadt , H . ; Comp . H . A . Tobias , J . ; Comp . D . Gabrielscn
, Treas . ; Comp . Alex . Levy , S . E . ; Comp . AL Aronsberg , S . N . ; Comp . S . J . Henochsberg , P . S . ; Comp Alfred Levy , A . S . ; and Comp . Peter Ball , Janitor . ' The visitors included Comp . J . T . Callow , P , Z „ P . G ., Treas . ; Comp . J . Pemberton , P . Z ., P . P . G . Sword Bearer ; Comp . Broadbridge , P . Z . 6 S 0 ; Comp . Dr . Samuel , P . Z . 241 ; Comp . Dr . Bailey , H . GSo ; Comp . Carruthers , J . 1350 ; and Comp . J . AL King , S 23 . A ballot was taken for two brethren
presented for exaltation , and the treasurer ' s balance-sheet , showing a small balance in favour of the chapter after paying all the necessary consecration and other expenses , was read . Comp . Alaurice Hair , ALE . / ., then proceeded to install the principals-elect as follow : —Comp . S . Schonstadt , Al . E . Z . ; Comp . H . A . Tobias , H . ; and Comp . S . J . Henochsberg , J . ; the other officers invested being Comp . D . Gabrielsen , Treas . ( re-elected ); Comp . Alex .
Levy , S . E . ( re-elected ); Comp . H . Harper , S . N . ; Comp . AI . Aronsberg , P . S . ; Comps . P . S . Levy , ( by proxy ) and Alfred Levy , ( both re-appointed ) , Assistant S . ; and Comp . Peter Ball , Janitor . After the chapter had been closed in due form , the companions adjourned to banquet , provided by Comp . Woodhouse , the house steward , who gave great satisfaction . In thecourse of theeveninga valuable P . Z . ' s jewel was presented to Comp . Alaurice Hart , I . P . Z ., the
gift being entirely subscribed for personally by the members of the chapter , the by-laws not allowing any sum to be taken out of the funds of the chapter for such a purpose . The princijials and visitors spoke highly of the manner in which the installation ceremony was performed byComp . AL Hart , LP . Z ., this being his first appearance as an Installing Companion in any chapter . The evening was pleasantly spent , songs being given by Comps . Gabrielsen , Alfred Levy , Dr . Bailey , and others .
Red Cross Of Constantine.
Red Cross of Constantine .
SHEFFIELD . —White Rose of York Conclave ( No . 120 ) . —The regular meeting was held on the 30 th ult ., at the Freemasons' Hall , Surrey-street . The conclave was opened in due form by Bro . John Barker , 'ALP . S ., assisted by Bros . H . J . Garnett , V . E ., and the rest of the
officers . I he minutes of the last meeting were read and confirmed , and the historical oration ( which was omitted for want of time at the last meeting ) was given Bro . Davidson by the Al . P . S . After the business of the conclave was finished , the brethren sat down to a slight refreshment , under the presidency of the Al . P . S .
Australia.
Australia .
MELBOURNE . — Combermere Lodge ( No . 747 ) •— The regular monthly meeting of this , the leading lodge under the English Constitution in Victoria , was held on Thursday evening , October 19 th , in the Alasonic Hall , Lonsdale-street , E . The W . AL , Bro . Charles Shaw , opened the lodge , supported by his officers , and a large muster of the members , whilst the visitors from various lodges under the Constitutions came troooinrr in bv half
dozens at a time , till at last there were a little short of a hundred brethren present in all , fully a third of whom were District Officers , Alasters and Past Masters . The dais , in fact , presented a brilliant appearance , and for some time the Deacons were fully emiiloyed in conducting Alasters of ot lodges to the East with thc customary ceremonial . After the minutes were read and confirmed , ballots were taken for two candidates , which being clear in both
instances , the W . AL vacated the chair in favour of Bro . VV . F . Lamonby , P . AL , who has recently joined Conbermere , and who had been announced to work the initiation ceremony on two of the three candidates present , Alessrs . E . S . Chapman and Thos . Haydon , both intimate friends of his . The three candidates having been regularly initiated and re-admitted , the E . A . ' s charge was very impressively delivered by Bro . Henry .
1 he VV . M . then resumed the chair , when he reported the deliberations of the special committee for the organisation of a new lodge choir , in the place of the other resigned . New rules were adopted , and it was intimated that the new choir would be in working order at an early date . Clearances were voted to brethren who had resigned ; amongst them were Bro . T . B . Aloroney , an eminent colonial vocalist , who had gone to England for the purpose of adopting
music as a profession . Several candidates and affiliating members were proposed , after which the lodge was closed . Subsequently the large assemblage adjourned to the hall below for supper , when the usual toast list was gone through , to the accompaniment of the Combermere fire . Some capital speeches were delivered , whilst thc singing in the hands of the
W . AL , Bros . Dr . Wilmot , P . AL , Dr . Robertson , W . AL Lowry Lodge , not to omit the able assistance of Bro . David Lee , thc Alelbourne City Organist , on the pianoforte , caused the time to liy so rapidly , that the Tyler's toast from Bro . Cartwright , the senior P . AL , came upon all unexpectedly . This is said to have been one of the largest private lodge meetings ever held in the metropolis of Victoria .
FUNERAL OF THE LATE BRO . ELIAS SOAIERS . The remains of liro . Somers , P . AI . 1 G 02 and 1 S 97 , Prov . ( LP . Middx ., were interred , on the cjth inst ., in the Abncy Park Cemetery . Thc body was taken from the residence of the deceased , in Forest-road , Dalston , to St . Philip ' s Church , Richmond-road , where the funeral service was read . The
interment took place in the presence of a large number of friends , including Bros . VV . Stephens , VV . M . 1489 : Win . Norris , W . AL 1602 ; H . VV . Mayes , VV . M . 1 S 97 ; VV . Ilurran , Treas . 1 S 97 ; w - " •Lee , P . AL and Sec . 1897 ; J . Osborn , P . AL 1 ( 102 ; R . Pearcy , P . AI . 22 S ; K . Woodman , J . D . 1 S 97 ; J . Greenfield , I . W . 1602 ; II . W . Gregory , S . D . 1 S 97 ; Oscar Von Holtorp , 1 S 97 ; VV . F . Poulton , P . AI . 1 C 02 ; VV . Gray , I . W . 14 S 0 ; and others .