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The New Judge.
enquiry at Oxford as to the alleged corrupt practices at the election of last year . The new judge not only has the reputation of being a sound and painstaking lawyer , but he has proved himself to be a laborious and erudite legal author . In conjunction with the Honourable Chandos Leigh ( brother of the Right Worshipful Provincial Grand Master of Warwickshire ) , be published a volume of " Crown cases reserved
for the opinion of the Judges , extending from 1 S 61 to iS 65- In 1 S 63 he assisted the late Mr . Bell in the preparation of an edition of " Stone's Petty Sessions Practice . " In 1 SC 9 , he undertook the onerous task of preparing the third volume of a new edition of "Burn's Justice of the Peace . " About the same time he projected , and partly executed , an original ii'ork on the law of " Landlord and Tenant" Pressure of professional duties , however ,
compelled him . to seek the assistance of his friends , Mr . Horace Smith and Bro . T . Spooner Sodcn , to complete this work , under his supervision ; and it obtained so extended a circulation , as to have reached a second edition some time since . Bro . Cave has also produced carefully annotated editions of the elaborate works of the late Mr . Addison on the " Law of Contracts " and of " Torts , " in which , as in all
his writings , he has given evidence of his industry , as well of his capacity in the application of legal principles . The learned judge is , with the exception of Mr . Justice Bowen , the youngest occupant of a seat on the bench , on which there are now three members of our Order . May T . G . A . O . T . U . long preserve him to adorn the position to which , by his urbanity , ability , and industry , he has proved himself so justly entitled .
Bro. M. Richards Muckle.
BRO . M . RICHARDS MUCKLE .
The West Chester Local Nans ( Philadelphia ) in a notice of Bro . Muckle ' s career thus speaks of his position in Masonry : "He is a polished German and French scholar , his speaking of these languages being considered about the best in the city . In Masonry he takes a full hand , and is bright — very bright . In evidence of this truth , he well
and acceptably nils the office of Right Worthy Grand Treasurer of the Right Worthy Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania , and is one of the brightest lights in the fraternal branch known as Knights Templar . He figured conspicuousl y and effectively in organising the Centennial Commission , and his work was highly appreciated by" all with whom he was brought in contact while labouring to
consummate that gigantic enterprise . Having much influence he brought into the work lots of cash , and perhaps , to him , more than any one man , is due the credit of the success attending the end . He is in possession of rare executive abilities , and he handles them in a manner evincing firstclass judgment , and thus it is that he fills the highly responsible and exalted position in the Ledger building . "
Obituary.
Obituary .
BRO . HENRY LESLIE . Many will hear with regret of the death of Bro . Henry Leslie , well known as an author , actor , and theatrical manager , which took place recently at Paignton , in Devonshire , after a severe illness . Bro . Leslie , who was an esteemed member of the Liverpool Dramatic Lodge , No . 1609 , since its foundation , was not only much esteemed in Masonic circles , but his geniality and undoubted talent in
every department of his profession made him likewise a universal favourite with the outside world . He made his first appearance on the stage at Ipswich in 1 S 47 , and during the two following years he visited several of the principal towns in the kingdom . In 1 S 52-3 he became lessee of the Edinburgh Theatre Royal , and in Sept ., 1 S 53 , he made his metropolitan debut at Drury Lane Theatre in the character of Roderigo in "Othello . " Immediately after he obtained an
engagement from thelate Mr . Alfred Wigan for the Olympic Theatre . At this house Bro . Leslie remained for five years , during which time lie appeared in a variety of characters . Bro . Leslie was called to the bar , but he very speedily abandoned that profession for literature . He was the author of the well known dramas " The Mariner's Compass" and "The Orange Girl ; " likewise the following , which are perhaps not so well known , viz ., "Adrienne , "
"Sin and Sorrow , " " Tie and Tie , " "Trail of Sin , and "The Village Blacksmith . " Bro . Leslie was thefriendand intimate associate of many a brilliant writer now passed away , including Mr . Tom Robertson , the Brothers Brough , Shirley Brooks , Andrew Halliday , and others . On the failure of Mr . Byron to manage three Liverpool theatres in iSOS , Bro . Leslie became director on behalf of the daughters of the late Mr . W . R . Coneland , who died in the previous
year . Subsequently he became a colleague of Mr . Pearson in the management of the Prince of Wales Theatre under the limited liability company . His next venture was a travelling company to take Offenbach ' s " Princess of Trebizonde " about the country , his company including Miss Julia St . George and the late Miss Augusta Thomson . After a time he returned to Liverpdo ! to settle down , and became manager of the Amphitheatre , which had in the interval become the property of the Corporation . Then
Bro . Undo Courtcnay entered into partnership with him , but the business did not satisfy him , and a short time back he left it altogether in the hands of Bro . Courtcnay . Last Easter he became lessee of the Leeds Theatre , but failing health compelled him recently to relinquish work , and he removed to Harrogate . Bro . Leslie's personal worth and geniality were appreciated by an extensive circle of warm friends , and his rich fund of anecdote and large experience of the stage made his society much sought after . lie leaves five children to mourn his loss .
NEW P OSTAGE STAMP or TUB VALUE OV FlVEPEN'CE . —For the convenience of persons corresponding with India , China , Sic . it has been decided to adopt postage stamps of the value of 5 cl . They will shortly be issued / or sale lo the public .
Her Majesty the Queen has forwarded through General Sir Henry Pnnsnnby , an annual subscription of £ 50 to the Royal National Lifeboat Institution . The inhabitants of Pctherton-road , Canonbury , N ., complain of being called upon to pay the cost of paving that thoroughfare , the vestry having called upon the occupier of each house to contribute £$ \ 14 s .
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FAITH LODGE ( No . 141 ) . —This lodge met for the dispatch of business on the 24 th ult ., at Anderton ' s Hotel , Fleet-street , when there were present Bros . Morrison , W . M . ; E . Hopwood , P . P . G . S . B . Middx ., acting S . W . ; T . C . Walls , P . P . G . S . B . Middx ., J . W . ; Carter , P . M ., Treas . ; Stuart , P . M ., Sec ; Rumball , I . P . M . ; Clark , S . D . ; Jordan , I . G . ; Kendall , W . S . ; Fromholtz ,
A . W . S . ; Pope , P . M . ; Green , P . M . ; Dairy , P . M . ; and Cobham , P . M . The minutes of the previous meeting having been read and confirmed , Bro . Day was raised to the Degree of a M . M ., and Mr . G . C . Hudson was initiated into Craft mysteries by the W . M ., both ceremonies being well performed .
The lodge was then closed , and the brethren adjourned to the banquet . Upon the removal of the cloth , the usual preliminary toasts were done full justice to . " The Health of the W . M . " having been proposed was warmly received . The W . M ., in reply , briefly said that he had endeavoured to discharge his duties , both in the lodge and at the convivial board , to the best of his ability . His j'ear of office had
commenced well , and he hoped that it would continue to be prosperous . In conclusion , he said that he had hitherto had the co-operation of the Past Masters , and , with their continued assistance and the support of the lodge generally , he believed that he should leave the lodge in as sound a condition , both financially and otherwise , as he had found it . "The Health of the Initiate" followed . In giving
this toast , the W . M . dwelt upon the great necessity there was to recruit lodges by the admission of new blood . The gentleman'they had initiated that evening had entered their portals well and worthily recommended , and he ( the W . M . ) believed that his conduct , both as a man and a Mason , would not belie the character that had been given him by his proposer and seconder . In concluding his remarks , he
expressed a hope that their newly-enlightened brother would never regret the step he had taken . The initiate having replied , the toast of " The Visitors" followed . The pledge having been cordially received , Bros . Markland , J . W . 144 ; Whitaker , S . D . Equality ; Dickeson , J . D . 179 ; Bennett , 177 ; Williams , 192 ; Hughes , Manchester ; Phillips , 15 S 1 ; and Sly , 1625 , duly acknowledged
the compliment . In giving " The Treasurer , " the W . M . said that the brethren would agree with him that it was the toast of the evening , because on that occasion their old and respected Bro . Carter would receive the very handsome testimonial which had been subscribed for by the members of the Faith Lodge to mark their appreciation of his services as Treasurer . No words of his ( the W . M . 's ) could
enhance the gift , and no eulogy , however fluentl y it might be clothed , could thoroughly exhaust the many virtues and Masonic qualities of their dear old friend and Past Master —it would be easier " to paint the lily and gild refined gold . " The W . M ., at the conclusion of his speech , presented Bro . Carter with the testimonial , which consisted of a very handsome clock and a piece of plate , both bearing
inscriptions to the effect that they were presented to Bro . Carter , P . M ., by . ' the members oi the Faith Lodge , No . 141 , to mark their recognition of his services as Treasurer for a period of twenty-two years . Bro . Carter attempted to respond , but his emotion was too great , and he fairly
broke down . "The Health of the Past Masters " followed , and was replied to by Bro . Hopwood , P . M . "The Officers " came next , and the toast was acknowledged by Bros . Stuart , Sec . ; Walls , J . W . ; and Clark , S . D . The Tyler was called upon to discharge his duty , and the proceedings terminated .
CAPPER LODGE ( No . 1076 ) . — The _ usu = d monthly meeting of the above lodge took place on Thursday , the 10 th inst ., at the Guildhall Tavern , Greshamstreet , E . C ., and was presided over by Bro . H . Taplay , W . M ., who was supported by the following Past Masters , officers , brethren of the lodge , and visitors : Bros . P . McCarthy , I . P . M . ; H . B . Holliday , P . M . ; L Gaskill ,
P . M . ; ) . T . K . lob , S . W . ; ] as . Mitchell , T . W . ; J . Dorton , P . M . and Treas . ; J . C . " Pitt , Sec ; A . R . Mason , l . G . ; M . Shirwin , Org . ; W . Harris , W . S . ; W . Page , P . M ., Ty ler ; C . R . Seagers , G . Hall , J . Pitt , C . D . Meads , J . Still , B . Johnston , ] . W . Thompson , T . W . Parkhurst , F . Weiss , W . T . Arnett , F . Spence , II . M . Taylor , P . M . 1421 ; G . H . Stephens , J . D . 1 ( 123 ; and C .
Jolly , I . G . 147-, 913 , & c . ( Freemason ) . I here was no work before the lodge , except the passing of the minutes of the last meeting , which were duly read and confiimed . The W . M . then showed how their benevolent fund was progressing , and how strong they were in votes for the Charities through the fund ; and it was decided that the case of a late Past Master's son should
be supported at the next election , in April , for the Boys School , and this being his last chance , it was decided to make the effort a strenuous one , as the poor widow was left with some six young children totally unprovided for . The lodge having been duly closed , the brethren assembled round the social board , and , after the usual loyal and Masonic toasts had been honoured , Bro . McCarthy , I . P . M .,
proposed the toast of "The W . M ., " and spoke of his many excellent qualities as a man and a Mason . Bro . Taplay , in response , said it should be his constant endeavour to increase the prosperity of the lodge . He was exceedingly sorry that he had had nothing to do that night—not even to work the Fourth Degree—but they might depend upon it that nothing would give him so much
pleasure as to work the other Degrees , and when he had plenty of that to do he would see that the Fourth Degree was not forgotten . ( Hear , hear , and laughter . ) "The Health of the Past Masters" followed , and , in giving it , the W . M . said it afforded him very great pleasure to see some three or four Past Masters present , who well and worthily supported the lodge , and carried out , in so doing ,
the genuine principles and tenets of Freemasonry . I ney were at all times most anxious for the honour and welfare t < f the lodge . lie asked the brethren to give the toast the reception it deserved . ( Applause . ) Bro . McCarthy , I . P . M ., in reply , said he was exceedingly pleased to see around that board , as he had seen in the lodge , several faces who were constantly present , who came in cloud or sunshine , whether there was work to do or not , always present ; and aiding , by their presence , the W . M . in carrying out the duties of his
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office—duties that without their presence and active support woukl lose half their charm , and become a mere routine . ( Hear , hear . ) He also missed some faces who were good and worthy Masons and attending brethren , but their absence he attributed to the pressure ol business . The Past Masters never were so happy as when there was a good meeting and plenty of work , and were glad of any opportunity to impart instruction or give advice or
assistance to any brother aspiring to office or in trouble . For himself , he loved the lodge , and would continue to work for it , in prosperity or in difficulty , as long as God gave him life . ( Applause . ) Bro . Gaskiil , P . M ., said the lodge did not require the presence of many Past Masters , because both officers and brethren were so well up in their work that there was really nothing for the Past Masters to do . ( Hear , hear . ) That efficiency he attributed to their pleasant
and progressive lodge of instruction at Stratford , and showed itself unmistakeably in their working , which he averred was second to none in the metropolis . He trusted the brethren would rally round the Master and the Past Masters , and then they would find the compliment returned , both in the working of the Degiees in the lodge or the after one round the social board . ( Cheers and laughter . ) Bro . Holliday . P . M ., being called upon by the W . M . to say a few words , did so , and thoroughly endorsed
everything that had been said by Bros . McCarthy , P . M ., and Gaskill , P . M . He , like them , had the happiness and welfare of the lodge at heart . Bro . Darton , P . M ., also replied . "The Visitors" was the next toast , and Bros . Taylor , Jolly , and Stephens responded . Bro . Job replied for "The Officers , " and , after a flattering reception of "The Masonic Press" and reply , the Tyler ' s toast concludeel the proceedings . Some excellent singing and reciting enlivened the evening .
THE GREAT CITY LODGE ( No . 1426 ) . —The last regular meeting of this lodge for the session was held on Saturday evening , the 12 th inst ., at the Cannon-street Hotel , and brought together a great number of members and visitors . Bro . Thomas Hamer , W . M ., presided , and was supported by his officers , together with several Past Masters . Amongst the visitors were Bros . Marriner , 1669 ; Southcott , 733 ; Randall , 145 ; Rafter , 154 ; R .
J . Smith , 34 ; Huckvale , 16 35 ; W . J . Buck , 1702 ; W . Percival , 7 S ; Rossignol , 1672 ; Eastgate , 15 C 3 ; Hart , 1 S 72 ; Lawrence , 1 S 04 ; Vernon , 25 ; and Reed , 1572 . The lodge was opened soon after three o ' clock in the afternoon , and the usual preliminaries having been gone through , and the minutes read and confirmed , Bro . Lodger was impressively raised to the Degree of a M . M . The next business before the lodge was the election of a W . Master
for ' the ensuing year , and the ballot resulted in the unanimous election of Bro . Charles Taylor , S . W ., to that important office , who returned thanks for the unanimous manner in which he had been selected by the brethren , and promised to do everything in his pnwer to prove himself worthy of the trust that had been reposed in him . The election of W . Master in this lodge is somewhat different from most other lodges , inasmuch as the election takes place on the
last meeting of the lodge for the session , and the installation does not take place until the lodge meets again in October next . The next business was the election of Treasurer , and Bro . N . B . Heaelon was unanimously reelected to that office , notwithstanding his statement that he by 110 means looked upon his election to it as a freehold , adopting , no doubt , as the foundation for this remark the observations used in Grand Lodge some time since that any
one appointed to the office of Grand Treasurer should not consider if once appointed that it was to be an appointment for life , but that it should be thrown open to other brethren who might be desirous of filling that exalted and responsible position . Hesaidthat if any brother wished toholdthatoffice he would cheerfully give way to him , and would in every manner assist him , so that the duties of the office might be efficiently discharged . As Bro . Headon is so highly
esteemed by all , it is almost needless to say that there was no wish expressed to disturb so satisfactory an appointment as exists at the present time , he having gained the confidence of all , and being unanimously respected . Bro . Steedman , Past Master , was unanimously reelected as Tyler of the lodge . The Audit Committee having been appointed , Bro . Headon , pursuant to notice , moved "That the sum of twenty-live guineas be voted
from the Benevolent Fund of the lodge to the Royal Masonic Institution for Boys , to be placed on the W . Master's list , " who represents this lodge as Steward at the coming festival for the benefit of that institution . The motion was put and unanimously agreed to . Bro . Headon then moved " That the sum of twenty-five guineas be voted from the Benevolent Fund to assist the orphan children of a late brother who was a member of the lodge ; and that the said
sum be entrusted to the Treasurer to expend as he may see ( it , after communication with friends of the children . This motion , like the preceding one , was put and carried unanimously . Bro . Stamvay , P . M ., moved " That a Past Master ' s jewel be presented to the W . Master on the termination of his year of office , " which was seconded by Bro . De Seliva , and unanimously agreed to . Some other business was disposed of and the lodge was closed .
The members and visitors then adjourned to the dining room , where a bountiful repast was provided , and at the termination of it grace was said by the W . M . On the removal of the cloth , the W . M ., in giving " The Queen and the Craft , " remarked that she was a mother of Masons , three of her sons having attained the highest distinctions in the Craft . The toast was duly honoured , and followed by the singing of a portion of the "National
Anthem . " The W . M . said the next toast he had to propose was that of "The Most Worshipful the Grand Master , His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales , " and remarked that Masonry had made great strides since His Royal Highness was installed in the Royal Albert Hall a few years ago , and he trusted that all who since then had been initiated into the Order had turned out to be good Masons . Since his installation the Prince of Wales had done much , and prominently his visit to India , to cement the
good feelings which had hitherto existed between England and her Colonies . He would , therefore , ask them to join with him in drinking the health of His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales , a request that was most heartily complied with . The W . M . said the next toast he had to propose was "The Earl of Carnarvon , Pro Grand Master ; the Earl of Lathom , Deputy Grand Master ; and the rest of the Grand Officers , Present and Past . " The services of the Grand Officers were so well known to the brethren that it became unnecessary for him to speak upon them , and he
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The New Judge.
enquiry at Oxford as to the alleged corrupt practices at the election of last year . The new judge not only has the reputation of being a sound and painstaking lawyer , but he has proved himself to be a laborious and erudite legal author . In conjunction with the Honourable Chandos Leigh ( brother of the Right Worshipful Provincial Grand Master of Warwickshire ) , be published a volume of " Crown cases reserved
for the opinion of the Judges , extending from 1 S 61 to iS 65- In 1 S 63 he assisted the late Mr . Bell in the preparation of an edition of " Stone's Petty Sessions Practice . " In 1 SC 9 , he undertook the onerous task of preparing the third volume of a new edition of "Burn's Justice of the Peace . " About the same time he projected , and partly executed , an original ii'ork on the law of " Landlord and Tenant" Pressure of professional duties , however ,
compelled him . to seek the assistance of his friends , Mr . Horace Smith and Bro . T . Spooner Sodcn , to complete this work , under his supervision ; and it obtained so extended a circulation , as to have reached a second edition some time since . Bro . Cave has also produced carefully annotated editions of the elaborate works of the late Mr . Addison on the " Law of Contracts " and of " Torts , " in which , as in all
his writings , he has given evidence of his industry , as well of his capacity in the application of legal principles . The learned judge is , with the exception of Mr . Justice Bowen , the youngest occupant of a seat on the bench , on which there are now three members of our Order . May T . G . A . O . T . U . long preserve him to adorn the position to which , by his urbanity , ability , and industry , he has proved himself so justly entitled .
Bro. M. Richards Muckle.
BRO . M . RICHARDS MUCKLE .
The West Chester Local Nans ( Philadelphia ) in a notice of Bro . Muckle ' s career thus speaks of his position in Masonry : "He is a polished German and French scholar , his speaking of these languages being considered about the best in the city . In Masonry he takes a full hand , and is bright — very bright . In evidence of this truth , he well
and acceptably nils the office of Right Worthy Grand Treasurer of the Right Worthy Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania , and is one of the brightest lights in the fraternal branch known as Knights Templar . He figured conspicuousl y and effectively in organising the Centennial Commission , and his work was highly appreciated by" all with whom he was brought in contact while labouring to
consummate that gigantic enterprise . Having much influence he brought into the work lots of cash , and perhaps , to him , more than any one man , is due the credit of the success attending the end . He is in possession of rare executive abilities , and he handles them in a manner evincing firstclass judgment , and thus it is that he fills the highly responsible and exalted position in the Ledger building . "
Obituary.
Obituary .
BRO . HENRY LESLIE . Many will hear with regret of the death of Bro . Henry Leslie , well known as an author , actor , and theatrical manager , which took place recently at Paignton , in Devonshire , after a severe illness . Bro . Leslie , who was an esteemed member of the Liverpool Dramatic Lodge , No . 1609 , since its foundation , was not only much esteemed in Masonic circles , but his geniality and undoubted talent in
every department of his profession made him likewise a universal favourite with the outside world . He made his first appearance on the stage at Ipswich in 1 S 47 , and during the two following years he visited several of the principal towns in the kingdom . In 1 S 52-3 he became lessee of the Edinburgh Theatre Royal , and in Sept ., 1 S 53 , he made his metropolitan debut at Drury Lane Theatre in the character of Roderigo in "Othello . " Immediately after he obtained an
engagement from thelate Mr . Alfred Wigan for the Olympic Theatre . At this house Bro . Leslie remained for five years , during which time lie appeared in a variety of characters . Bro . Leslie was called to the bar , but he very speedily abandoned that profession for literature . He was the author of the well known dramas " The Mariner's Compass" and "The Orange Girl ; " likewise the following , which are perhaps not so well known , viz ., "Adrienne , "
"Sin and Sorrow , " " Tie and Tie , " "Trail of Sin , and "The Village Blacksmith . " Bro . Leslie was thefriendand intimate associate of many a brilliant writer now passed away , including Mr . Tom Robertson , the Brothers Brough , Shirley Brooks , Andrew Halliday , and others . On the failure of Mr . Byron to manage three Liverpool theatres in iSOS , Bro . Leslie became director on behalf of the daughters of the late Mr . W . R . Coneland , who died in the previous
year . Subsequently he became a colleague of Mr . Pearson in the management of the Prince of Wales Theatre under the limited liability company . His next venture was a travelling company to take Offenbach ' s " Princess of Trebizonde " about the country , his company including Miss Julia St . George and the late Miss Augusta Thomson . After a time he returned to Liverpdo ! to settle down , and became manager of the Amphitheatre , which had in the interval become the property of the Corporation . Then
Bro . Undo Courtcnay entered into partnership with him , but the business did not satisfy him , and a short time back he left it altogether in the hands of Bro . Courtcnay . Last Easter he became lessee of the Leeds Theatre , but failing health compelled him recently to relinquish work , and he removed to Harrogate . Bro . Leslie's personal worth and geniality were appreciated by an extensive circle of warm friends , and his rich fund of anecdote and large experience of the stage made his society much sought after . lie leaves five children to mourn his loss .
NEW P OSTAGE STAMP or TUB VALUE OV FlVEPEN'CE . —For the convenience of persons corresponding with India , China , Sic . it has been decided to adopt postage stamps of the value of 5 cl . They will shortly be issued / or sale lo the public .
Her Majesty the Queen has forwarded through General Sir Henry Pnnsnnby , an annual subscription of £ 50 to the Royal National Lifeboat Institution . The inhabitants of Pctherton-road , Canonbury , N ., complain of being called upon to pay the cost of paving that thoroughfare , the vestry having called upon the occupier of each house to contribute £$ \ 14 s .
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FAITH LODGE ( No . 141 ) . —This lodge met for the dispatch of business on the 24 th ult ., at Anderton ' s Hotel , Fleet-street , when there were present Bros . Morrison , W . M . ; E . Hopwood , P . P . G . S . B . Middx ., acting S . W . ; T . C . Walls , P . P . G . S . B . Middx ., J . W . ; Carter , P . M ., Treas . ; Stuart , P . M ., Sec ; Rumball , I . P . M . ; Clark , S . D . ; Jordan , I . G . ; Kendall , W . S . ; Fromholtz ,
A . W . S . ; Pope , P . M . ; Green , P . M . ; Dairy , P . M . ; and Cobham , P . M . The minutes of the previous meeting having been read and confirmed , Bro . Day was raised to the Degree of a M . M ., and Mr . G . C . Hudson was initiated into Craft mysteries by the W . M ., both ceremonies being well performed .
The lodge was then closed , and the brethren adjourned to the banquet . Upon the removal of the cloth , the usual preliminary toasts were done full justice to . " The Health of the W . M . " having been proposed was warmly received . The W . M ., in reply , briefly said that he had endeavoured to discharge his duties , both in the lodge and at the convivial board , to the best of his ability . His j'ear of office had
commenced well , and he hoped that it would continue to be prosperous . In conclusion , he said that he had hitherto had the co-operation of the Past Masters , and , with their continued assistance and the support of the lodge generally , he believed that he should leave the lodge in as sound a condition , both financially and otherwise , as he had found it . "The Health of the Initiate" followed . In giving
this toast , the W . M . dwelt upon the great necessity there was to recruit lodges by the admission of new blood . The gentleman'they had initiated that evening had entered their portals well and worthily recommended , and he ( the W . M . ) believed that his conduct , both as a man and a Mason , would not belie the character that had been given him by his proposer and seconder . In concluding his remarks , he
expressed a hope that their newly-enlightened brother would never regret the step he had taken . The initiate having replied , the toast of " The Visitors" followed . The pledge having been cordially received , Bros . Markland , J . W . 144 ; Whitaker , S . D . Equality ; Dickeson , J . D . 179 ; Bennett , 177 ; Williams , 192 ; Hughes , Manchester ; Phillips , 15 S 1 ; and Sly , 1625 , duly acknowledged
the compliment . In giving " The Treasurer , " the W . M . said that the brethren would agree with him that it was the toast of the evening , because on that occasion their old and respected Bro . Carter would receive the very handsome testimonial which had been subscribed for by the members of the Faith Lodge to mark their appreciation of his services as Treasurer . No words of his ( the W . M . 's ) could
enhance the gift , and no eulogy , however fluentl y it might be clothed , could thoroughly exhaust the many virtues and Masonic qualities of their dear old friend and Past Master —it would be easier " to paint the lily and gild refined gold . " The W . M ., at the conclusion of his speech , presented Bro . Carter with the testimonial , which consisted of a very handsome clock and a piece of plate , both bearing
inscriptions to the effect that they were presented to Bro . Carter , P . M ., by . ' the members oi the Faith Lodge , No . 141 , to mark their recognition of his services as Treasurer for a period of twenty-two years . Bro . Carter attempted to respond , but his emotion was too great , and he fairly
broke down . "The Health of the Past Masters " followed , and was replied to by Bro . Hopwood , P . M . "The Officers " came next , and the toast was acknowledged by Bros . Stuart , Sec . ; Walls , J . W . ; and Clark , S . D . The Tyler was called upon to discharge his duty , and the proceedings terminated .
CAPPER LODGE ( No . 1076 ) . — The _ usu = d monthly meeting of the above lodge took place on Thursday , the 10 th inst ., at the Guildhall Tavern , Greshamstreet , E . C ., and was presided over by Bro . H . Taplay , W . M ., who was supported by the following Past Masters , officers , brethren of the lodge , and visitors : Bros . P . McCarthy , I . P . M . ; H . B . Holliday , P . M . ; L Gaskill ,
P . M . ; ) . T . K . lob , S . W . ; ] as . Mitchell , T . W . ; J . Dorton , P . M . and Treas . ; J . C . " Pitt , Sec ; A . R . Mason , l . G . ; M . Shirwin , Org . ; W . Harris , W . S . ; W . Page , P . M ., Ty ler ; C . R . Seagers , G . Hall , J . Pitt , C . D . Meads , J . Still , B . Johnston , ] . W . Thompson , T . W . Parkhurst , F . Weiss , W . T . Arnett , F . Spence , II . M . Taylor , P . M . 1421 ; G . H . Stephens , J . D . 1 ( 123 ; and C .
Jolly , I . G . 147-, 913 , & c . ( Freemason ) . I here was no work before the lodge , except the passing of the minutes of the last meeting , which were duly read and confiimed . The W . M . then showed how their benevolent fund was progressing , and how strong they were in votes for the Charities through the fund ; and it was decided that the case of a late Past Master's son should
be supported at the next election , in April , for the Boys School , and this being his last chance , it was decided to make the effort a strenuous one , as the poor widow was left with some six young children totally unprovided for . The lodge having been duly closed , the brethren assembled round the social board , and , after the usual loyal and Masonic toasts had been honoured , Bro . McCarthy , I . P . M .,
proposed the toast of "The W . M ., " and spoke of his many excellent qualities as a man and a Mason . Bro . Taplay , in response , said it should be his constant endeavour to increase the prosperity of the lodge . He was exceedingly sorry that he had had nothing to do that night—not even to work the Fourth Degree—but they might depend upon it that nothing would give him so much
pleasure as to work the other Degrees , and when he had plenty of that to do he would see that the Fourth Degree was not forgotten . ( Hear , hear , and laughter . ) "The Health of the Past Masters" followed , and , in giving it , the W . M . said it afforded him very great pleasure to see some three or four Past Masters present , who well and worthily supported the lodge , and carried out , in so doing ,
the genuine principles and tenets of Freemasonry . I ney were at all times most anxious for the honour and welfare t < f the lodge . lie asked the brethren to give the toast the reception it deserved . ( Applause . ) Bro . McCarthy , I . P . M ., in reply , said he was exceedingly pleased to see around that board , as he had seen in the lodge , several faces who were constantly present , who came in cloud or sunshine , whether there was work to do or not , always present ; and aiding , by their presence , the W . M . in carrying out the duties of his
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office—duties that without their presence and active support woukl lose half their charm , and become a mere routine . ( Hear , hear . ) He also missed some faces who were good and worthy Masons and attending brethren , but their absence he attributed to the pressure ol business . The Past Masters never were so happy as when there was a good meeting and plenty of work , and were glad of any opportunity to impart instruction or give advice or
assistance to any brother aspiring to office or in trouble . For himself , he loved the lodge , and would continue to work for it , in prosperity or in difficulty , as long as God gave him life . ( Applause . ) Bro . Gaskiil , P . M ., said the lodge did not require the presence of many Past Masters , because both officers and brethren were so well up in their work that there was really nothing for the Past Masters to do . ( Hear , hear . ) That efficiency he attributed to their pleasant
and progressive lodge of instruction at Stratford , and showed itself unmistakeably in their working , which he averred was second to none in the metropolis . He trusted the brethren would rally round the Master and the Past Masters , and then they would find the compliment returned , both in the working of the Degiees in the lodge or the after one round the social board . ( Cheers and laughter . ) Bro . Holliday . P . M ., being called upon by the W . M . to say a few words , did so , and thoroughly endorsed
everything that had been said by Bros . McCarthy , P . M ., and Gaskill , P . M . He , like them , had the happiness and welfare of the lodge at heart . Bro . Darton , P . M ., also replied . "The Visitors" was the next toast , and Bros . Taylor , Jolly , and Stephens responded . Bro . Job replied for "The Officers , " and , after a flattering reception of "The Masonic Press" and reply , the Tyler ' s toast concludeel the proceedings . Some excellent singing and reciting enlivened the evening .
THE GREAT CITY LODGE ( No . 1426 ) . —The last regular meeting of this lodge for the session was held on Saturday evening , the 12 th inst ., at the Cannon-street Hotel , and brought together a great number of members and visitors . Bro . Thomas Hamer , W . M ., presided , and was supported by his officers , together with several Past Masters . Amongst the visitors were Bros . Marriner , 1669 ; Southcott , 733 ; Randall , 145 ; Rafter , 154 ; R .
J . Smith , 34 ; Huckvale , 16 35 ; W . J . Buck , 1702 ; W . Percival , 7 S ; Rossignol , 1672 ; Eastgate , 15 C 3 ; Hart , 1 S 72 ; Lawrence , 1 S 04 ; Vernon , 25 ; and Reed , 1572 . The lodge was opened soon after three o ' clock in the afternoon , and the usual preliminaries having been gone through , and the minutes read and confirmed , Bro . Lodger was impressively raised to the Degree of a M . M . The next business before the lodge was the election of a W . Master
for ' the ensuing year , and the ballot resulted in the unanimous election of Bro . Charles Taylor , S . W ., to that important office , who returned thanks for the unanimous manner in which he had been selected by the brethren , and promised to do everything in his pnwer to prove himself worthy of the trust that had been reposed in him . The election of W . Master in this lodge is somewhat different from most other lodges , inasmuch as the election takes place on the
last meeting of the lodge for the session , and the installation does not take place until the lodge meets again in October next . The next business was the election of Treasurer , and Bro . N . B . Heaelon was unanimously reelected to that office , notwithstanding his statement that he by 110 means looked upon his election to it as a freehold , adopting , no doubt , as the foundation for this remark the observations used in Grand Lodge some time since that any
one appointed to the office of Grand Treasurer should not consider if once appointed that it was to be an appointment for life , but that it should be thrown open to other brethren who might be desirous of filling that exalted and responsible position . Hesaidthat if any brother wished toholdthatoffice he would cheerfully give way to him , and would in every manner assist him , so that the duties of the office might be efficiently discharged . As Bro . Headon is so highly
esteemed by all , it is almost needless to say that there was no wish expressed to disturb so satisfactory an appointment as exists at the present time , he having gained the confidence of all , and being unanimously respected . Bro . Steedman , Past Master , was unanimously reelected as Tyler of the lodge . The Audit Committee having been appointed , Bro . Headon , pursuant to notice , moved "That the sum of twenty-live guineas be voted
from the Benevolent Fund of the lodge to the Royal Masonic Institution for Boys , to be placed on the W . Master's list , " who represents this lodge as Steward at the coming festival for the benefit of that institution . The motion was put and unanimously agreed to . Bro . Headon then moved " That the sum of twenty-five guineas be voted from the Benevolent Fund to assist the orphan children of a late brother who was a member of the lodge ; and that the said
sum be entrusted to the Treasurer to expend as he may see ( it , after communication with friends of the children . This motion , like the preceding one , was put and carried unanimously . Bro . Stamvay , P . M ., moved " That a Past Master ' s jewel be presented to the W . Master on the termination of his year of office , " which was seconded by Bro . De Seliva , and unanimously agreed to . Some other business was disposed of and the lodge was closed .
The members and visitors then adjourned to the dining room , where a bountiful repast was provided , and at the termination of it grace was said by the W . M . On the removal of the cloth , the W . M ., in giving " The Queen and the Craft , " remarked that she was a mother of Masons , three of her sons having attained the highest distinctions in the Craft . The toast was duly honoured , and followed by the singing of a portion of the "National
Anthem . " The W . M . said the next toast he had to propose was that of "The Most Worshipful the Grand Master , His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales , " and remarked that Masonry had made great strides since His Royal Highness was installed in the Royal Albert Hall a few years ago , and he trusted that all who since then had been initiated into the Order had turned out to be good Masons . Since his installation the Prince of Wales had done much , and prominently his visit to India , to cement the
good feelings which had hitherto existed between England and her Colonies . He would , therefore , ask them to join with him in drinking the health of His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales , a request that was most heartily complied with . The W . M . said the next toast he had to propose was "The Earl of Carnarvon , Pro Grand Master ; the Earl of Lathom , Deputy Grand Master ; and the rest of the Grand Officers , Present and Past . " The services of the Grand Officers were so well known to the brethren that it became unnecessary for him to speak upon them , and he