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ordinary club-life , of mere convivial good-fellowship : they touch the hcarts of Masons , Ihcy tend to ennoble our lodge , they add new lustre to the brotherhood . The operative Masons among us might hew ' a marble monument to our brother which he would not accept in exchange for them . They are grateful incense rising- to heaven , more imperishable than words inscribed on vellum or engraved on brass .
As possessing no intrinsic value commensurate with our deep feelings , but as a symbol or token that wc entertain them , we ask our Bro . Sampson Peirce to accept this testimonial with our ' * ' Hearty good Wishes . " The testimonial , consisting of the Masonic clothing of a Grand Deacon , and a very handsome piece ot presentation plate , was displayed on a table in front of the Worshipful Master ' s
seat at the head of the table . Bro . J . Sampson Peirce said : Worshipful Master and brethren , during an already tolerably long life , not unchequercd by many incidents of interest and excitement , I have naturally been placed in positions of more or less novelty and anxiety ; . But in looking back through the long vista of those experiences I cannot remember anything to be compared to the anxiety
I feel at this moment at finding myself at last in a position at once so perfectly novel and embarrassing . You , with myself , brethren , have listened to eloquence poured forth in a continuous stream from the lips of our Immediate Past Master , painting , as it were , a portrait with marvellous dexterity , dashing on the colouring of the bright parts of the picture with
a prodigal hand , but toning down the darker portions with scrupulous care and tenderness . If therefore , brethren , during the next few minutes I fail to do justice to what has been said , or to myself , I must beg of you on such an occasion , and in such circumstances , to extend to me your greatest indulgence . My Masonic life is before you ; manj' here , more especially those brethren on my
immediate left , with some few on my right , and many before me , are numbered amongst those fast and good friends I have made in this my mother lodge , and in Masonry , during the last three and tivenlj * years . Many I regret to say who we have been accustomed to see amongst us have in that time one by one created for the moment a vacant place , but from one and all , whether of those present , or
those I bear m fraternal memory , 1 have ever experienced , from the time I entered Masonry up to this very hour , the greatest brotherly kindness , and often it may be , brotherly forbearance , and now is added what is to me the crowning point of my Masonic existence , a reception in my old lodge of unmistakeablc warmth , and this valuable recognition of those poor services it has ever been my pleasure and good
fortune to be able to render . But to express to you in words the full measure of the gratitude I feel for all that has been said and done would be a task far beyond my powers . The kind way in which you have cheered me on in the past will never be forgotten , the generous manner in which you are still encouraging me now will act as a stimulus for renewed exertion , and when the end is drawinsr near , and
memories carry me back to our lodge room , and these happy meetings , I shall ever point with pride and pleasure to your handsome gifts of to-night , rind endeavour to impress upon that generation which I hope will follow me and make me live again in this lodge and elsewhere , that I have received these from my generous brethren of the Britannic Lodge as a reward for having endeavoured to do
my duty . And now I cannot omit the opportunity , the pleasurable opportunity , of thanking the Worshipful Master most heartily for delegating to my Bro . Webb the task he has so gracefully performed . It having fallen to his lot to make this presentation is a circumstance at once most pleasurable and gratifying to me , and I say this without the slightest disparagement of any brother here , and I will
tell you why . " One touch of nature makes the world akin . " We have many early reminiscences in common ; we hail from the same " alma mater , " and have kept up the most friendly intercourse for now a great number of years . And now , brethren , a few more words and I have done . Probably there is much that I could say , much that I would , and there is much , perhaps , that i
ought to say , hut if I were to prolong these expressions to an indefinite length I could not say more than this , that whatever honours or . Masonic distinctions I may have conferred upon me elsewhere , I know of no honour or distinction 1 prize more than what I have received to-night . Indeed , brethren , 1 want you to believe that the brightest and the most lasting- spot on the pages of my memory will
be the recollection of to-night ' s proceedings , and the many kind and brotherly expressions that have been employed towards me I cannot adequately express all I feel . I can but do now one act of simple and I trust manly justice , and tell you that from the bottom of my heart I thank you . Bro . Webb then proposed "The Health of the W . M ., Bro . Browning , "
which was warmly responded to by the brethren , and in reply the W . M . said that though one event of the evening had led to rather lengthy speeches , he had laid down for himself a rule in favour of short ones , and he concluded by thanking them for the generous forbearance that had been shown to him and the encouragement he had received in the performance of his duties as Master of the lodge . The
following toasts to the "Visitors , " "The Past Masters , " and "The Officers" were also drunk and . ' acknowledged , and the Tyler's toast , as usual , closed the proceedings of a very pleasant meeting . The musical brethren who assisted were Bros . Ashton , Carter , Cozens , Bell , and Lawler , the last named having the direction of this department and Bro . Cozens being the pianist .
PHOENIX LODGE ( No . 173 ) . —The installation meeting of this old and important lodge took place on Saturday evening last , and was largely attended by members and visitors . The lodge was opened at 4 p . m ., and after the reading of the minutes , Bro . Rogers was passed to the Second Degree . The sum of twenty guineas was voted to the Royal Masonic Institution for Girls , in
lieu of the ten guineas proposed at the last meeting , and , £ 10 to the widow of a brother . The Audit Committee presented a very favourable balance sheet , and congratulations were exchanged on the prosperous condition of the lodge . The chair having then been vacated by the W . M ., Bro . K . W . Allen , P . M ., proceeded with the installation
ceremony , when Bro . Jno . Andrews was duly installed and placed in the chair of King Solomon , the whole of Ihc ceremony being performed in the must impressive manner by Bro . Allen . The W . M . then appointed his officers as follows : Bros . Fred . Foxley , S . W . ; F . D . Vine , J . W . ; GeorgeGuttcrbock , S . D . ; J . O . Wood , J . D . ;
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W . Holcombc , I . G . ; ] . Millicr , W . S . ; G . G . Stanham , D . C . ; C . T . Speight , Tyler . Alter " Hearty good wishes" had been expressed by the many visitors present , the lodge was closed , and the brethren adjourned to banquet , under the presidency of Bro . Andrews . The toasts of "The Queen and the Craft , " and " The M . W . Grand Master , the Prince of Wales , " having been proposed in
suitable terms and duly honoured , the W . M . then proposed that of " The Pro Grand Master and the rest of the Grand Officers , " remarking that it was essential to the well being of all societies to have good and true men to guide them , and that no order could boast of having better or sounder men than -Freemasonry , and with such brelhren the honour of the Order could never diminish . With this toast he coupled the names of Bro .
Howe , P . G . Purst ., and Bro . I'ish , W . M . Grand Stewards ' Lodge . Bro . Howe said that he had great pleasure in again responding at the Phcenix on behalf of the officers of Grand Lodge , but he had done so so often that he had little new to say . They all knew the present Grand Officers were men of worth , and that under their rule Freemasonry was everywhere flourishing . Bro . Fish also replied , and took occasion to remark on the very efficient
manner in which the ceremonies had been performed . The I . P . M . then rose to propose "The W . M ., Bro . John Andrews . " He said that Bro . Andrews was one of their oldest members . He had seen many come and go , and though absent at times through ill health and other causes , be had devoted all the time and attention he could to the Phcenix Lodge . They had an evidence of it that evening , for he had left a bed of sickness to be present , which they
all regretted , but they were pleased he was there . He had begun well , and he felt sure the work of the lodge would be in able hands . The W . M ., in reply , said that he felt somewhat embarrassed but extremely gratified at the manner in which the I P . M . had proposed his health . He assured them that he would do his utmost to promote the welfare of the Phcenix Lodge . He trusted that they would bear with him in any shortcomings that might arise during
his year of office , and accept the will for the deed . He felt confident that all the brethren would render him every assistance in their power , and that the result would be in every way satisfactory . The W . M . then proposed "The Health of the Initiate , " and said that , although Bro . Rogers had not been initiated that evening , this was the first opportunity they had had of proposing his health . He considered that the manner in which Bro . Rogers had
gone through both ceremonies showed that he felt the seriousness of the services , and that he was a brother of whom they might well be proud . He felt sure that he would at all times be ready to assist the lodge in the furtherance of goodwill and harmony , and any who had been fortunate enough to hear him sing and play would understand how great a treat he coufd afford them . He trusted they should hear his voice
amongst them for many years to come , not only in his musical capacity , but also in lodge working . Bro . Rogers , in reply , assured the brethren that the eulogistic terms in which his health had been proposed had made him feel quite nervous , but he would say that the little insight he had into Freemasonry had shown him that it had many noble qualities . He was glad it had fallen to his lot to be present on the occasion of Bro . Andrews being installed as
Worshipful Master , and trusted his year s rule would be a pleasant and prosperous one . The W . M . next gave "The Health of the I . P . M ., Bro . Blythe , " and said that the brethren would all feel that it was no mere compliment to say that during his year of office he had done all in his power to promote the goodwill of the lodge and the Craft generally , and success had been the result . He had stimulated the officers to perform their duties by so
efficiently performing his own . lo his energy and perseverance the [ prosperous state of the Benevolent Fund was in a great measure due , and he considered himself fortunate in having to follow in the footsteps of so worthy a Mason . Before sitting down he had the pleasing duty to perform of investing Bro . Blythe with the Past Master's jewel unanimously voted to him by the brethren of the Phcenix Lodge , and he felt sure he was expressing the
feelings of the whole of the members when he wished him long life towcar it . Bro . Blythe , in reply , thanked the W . M . for his kind expressions and the brethren for their cordial reception . During the past year they had been successful in all respects . They had had an influx of initiates , all of whom were most acceptable . He had always done everything to the best of his abilities for the welfare of the lodge , and would continue to do all he could to promote its interests .
The jewel they had been pleased to present him would remain to him as a token of the many pleasant days of meeting in their company , and he trusted they would have many more . In these social gatherings they smoothed over and cased the rough and rugged corners they all came in contact with through life , and if only for this they were to be valued The toast of "The Past Masters" was next given , the W . M . expressing the pleasure he felt at being supported bv
so many that evening . Many had from time to time shown them most admirable examples of Masonic working , but he desired to express his thanks and gratification at the manner in which one P . M . —Bro . Allen—had so ably performed the installation ceremony . He knew they were all equally gratified with himself , and he asked them for a hearty response to that toast . Bros . Wilson , Witt , Vine , and Allen responded ; the latter remarking that the work he
had done was with lmn a labour of love , and he was only too pleased that his efforts had given the brethren satisfaction . He should be always ready to assist them , either as Installing Master or in any other way . "The Visitors " was the next toast , which the W . M . gave most heartily . He said the Phcenix Lodge was always pleased to receive visitors , there were , he believed , thirty-one present , and he was glad that they were honoured with so many
shining lights that evening . Many were old and talented Masons , and many whose fares were very familiar to him . He would ask Bro . J . I .. Smith , P . M . of Lodge 2 . Sa , and Bro . Ellis , of 2 oy , Lewes , to respond . Bro . Smith thanked the W . M . and brethren of the Phrcnix Lodge for their hospitality . It was not the first time he had been a visitor , and he hoped he should have the pleasure of
meeting them again . As an old P . M . he desired to express his admiration at the work he had seen performed in the lodge . Bro . Ellis , as a young Mason and an entire stranger , also replied . 1 le had felt desirous of witnessing the work in a London lodge , but not knowing any of the members he felt considerable diffidence in entering the lodge , but that soon disappeared when he found that he was wel-
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comed . He was greatly pleased at what he had seen and heard , and thanked them heartily for their generous hospitality . " The Health of the Officers , " including the Secretary and Treasurer , was next given and responded to individually . The Tyler ' s toast then brought a very pleasant evening to a close . We should mention that several members and v i siters contributed to the enjoyment of the
by giving some excellent songs , the Phcenix Lodge being rich in musical talent . Among the visitors present were Bros . Estoclet , 1 ( 141 ; Nicholson , P . M . 59 ; Jewell , P . M . 1223 , P . P . 90 ; Lee , 1223 ; Bending , 1706 ; Ayling , J . W . 975 ; Coleman , 11 ; Smee , P . M . 2 S 0 ; Harlow , 1613 ; G . Harlow . 1227 ; Fall ;
Gresham , 127 ; Mackney , 134 ; Ellis , 1209 ; Lewis , 1329 ; Gastrell , S . D . 246 ; Bayley , 1395 ; Heseltine , S . W . I 1 S 1 ; Fish , W . M ., Grand Stewards ; Kendal , | ioiS ; Cope , W . M . 715 ; Shillcto , 25 ; Thody , 15 S 0 ; Richardson , 1139 ; Pugh , P . G . P . ; Tinney , 1519 ; Green , GSi ; Watts , P . M . 114 ; Limebeer , P . M . 1295 ; Tremere , 1314 ; Hanson , 1706 ; and W . Lake , P . M . 131 , P . P . G . Reg . ( Freemason ) .
CAPPER LODGE ( No . 1076 ) . —The above excellent lodge held its last monthly meeting , before the summer vacation , on Thursday , the 12 th inst ., at the Guildhall Tavern , Giesham-street , City , and was presided over by the W . M ., Bro . Henry Taplay , who was supported by the following officers and brethren : Bros . A . McCarthy , l . P . M . ; J . G ' askell , P . M . ; T . Day , P . M . ; B . B . Brayshaw , P . M . ; H . B . Holliday , P . M . ; J . - B . Job , S . W . ;
J . Mitchell , J . W . ; J . Dorton , P . M . and Treas . ; J . C . Pitt , Sec ; \ V . Dorton , S . D . ; W . Ncvens , J . D . ; A . R . Mason , I . G . ; W . Harris , Wine Steward ; H . Taylor , P . M . 1221 ; Thos . E . Horley , 1227 ; W . Gurson , 16 93 ; T . G . Robinson , j ; S ; S . Levy , 1502 ; G . Frost , 913 ; and C . Jolly , 913 ( Freemason ) . The lodge having been duly opened , and the minutes and accounts passed , Mr . Richard Smith was , ' after approval , initiated into Masonry in a masterly manner by the W . M .
The lodge was then closed , and the brethren sat down to an elegantly-served banquet , after partaking of which the W . M . gave the usual loyal and Masonic toasts , which were responded to with enthusiasm . The l . P . M . then proposed "'The Health of the W . M ., " and said they might all remember that on a recent occasion their W . M . had promised them , while regretting that he had no work to
do lately , that he would show them some before the recess , and also give them a good Fourth Degree , and that night he had nobly fulfilled his promise , for the perfect manner in which he had initiated their newly-made brother was a real Masonic treat , and showed them unmistakeably of what sterling stuff he was composed , and that night he had feasted them right royally . Since he had been in the chair
he had carried out the duties attached to it with energy and integrity , and he asked them to give him a hearty good fire . The W . M ., in response , said he thanked them for the toast . Nothing gave him more pleasure than to do his utmost for the CappcrLodge . Hewas especially p leased to see so many round him that night , for it showed him that the same old spirit still existed in the lodge that had
at one time made it one of the strongest and most prosperous lodges in the metropolis , and he felt sure while that spirit prevailed the Capper Lodge would still be foremost in the field for both good work and true Masonic charity . He could not let them go for the recess without indulging in the pleasures of a dinner and social glass together , and therefore had , he trusted , only followed
in the course pursued by those excellent W . M . s who had preceded him . He wished them all every happiness during the recess , and a happy reunion on the thiid Thursday of September next . The toast of "The Initiate" was next proposed , and modestly responded to by Bro . Smith . "The Health of the Past Masters" followed . Bro . McCarthy was pleased at the unanimous response the toast
had brought forth from the brethren . He knew that he spoke the sentiments of every Past Master when he said their only desire was for the happiness of the brethren and the welfare of the lodge . Bro . Gaskell rejoiced to sec so many present . He thought at one time the good old Capper would be defunct , but that meeting showed him that there was life in it yet . He congratulated the lodge
upon its devotion to the Chanties of the Order , and of the name it bore among the Craft for the great help it gave to those grand Institutions . Bro . Halliday had , from his first connection with the lodge , taken a paramount interest in its ruccess , and should continue to do so . He had at all times received the greatest kindness from all the brethren , and trusted as years rolled on to still be worthy of a
continuance of the same good feeling . Bro . Day referred to the fact that during his year of office he had initiated no less than twenty-five members into the lodge . He spoke of the pleasure it gave him to see Bro . Levy , one of their old members , among them again , and trusted the day was not far distant when he would be reunited to his mother lodge . Bro . Brayshaw also said a few words'in response to the toast . In reply to a hearty reception of the toast of " The
Visitors , " Bro . Taylor spoke highly of the working of the lodge and its charity , and trusted it would go on , and not only be Vice-President but Patron of all the Charities in time . Bro . Levy and several other brethren also responded . Bro . Jolly replied to a very flattering reception of the Freemason , and Bro . Job replied for the officers of the lodge , and then the Tyler ' s toast concluded the proceedings .
SAMSON LODGE ( No . 1668 ) . —This young and rising lodge held its fifth installation meeting at the Regent Masonic Hall , Air-street , on Tuesday , the 10 th inst . The lodge has recently been removed here , and the brethren are to be congratulated on having thoroughly settled down in their new quarters . Bro . B . D . Barnett , the retiring W . M ., occupied the chair , and after the lodge
had been formally opened , initiated Mr .-Arthur Ochse into the mysteries of the Craft in a thoroughly able manner . The installation of Bro . W . T . Lover , the W . M . elect , was then proceeded with , the ceremony being performed by Bro . M . D . Loewenstark , P . M . The investiture of the officers for the ensuing year was as follows : Bros . Chas .
Odisc , S . W . ; Aarons , J . W . ; ) . Ouinccy , S . D . ; Williams , ) . D . ; W . | . Cooper , l . G . ~ Baron D . Barnett , l . P . M . ' , Sec ; M . I ) . Loewenstark , P . M ., Treasurer ; Kuddciforth , P . M ., W . S . ; and Moses , D . C . After the Auditor ' s report had been introduced and passed , and other formal business disposed of , the brethren
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ordinary club-life , of mere convivial good-fellowship : they touch the hcarts of Masons , Ihcy tend to ennoble our lodge , they add new lustre to the brotherhood . The operative Masons among us might hew ' a marble monument to our brother which he would not accept in exchange for them . They are grateful incense rising- to heaven , more imperishable than words inscribed on vellum or engraved on brass .
As possessing no intrinsic value commensurate with our deep feelings , but as a symbol or token that wc entertain them , we ask our Bro . Sampson Peirce to accept this testimonial with our ' * ' Hearty good Wishes . " The testimonial , consisting of the Masonic clothing of a Grand Deacon , and a very handsome piece ot presentation plate , was displayed on a table in front of the Worshipful Master ' s
seat at the head of the table . Bro . J . Sampson Peirce said : Worshipful Master and brethren , during an already tolerably long life , not unchequercd by many incidents of interest and excitement , I have naturally been placed in positions of more or less novelty and anxiety ; . But in looking back through the long vista of those experiences I cannot remember anything to be compared to the anxiety
I feel at this moment at finding myself at last in a position at once so perfectly novel and embarrassing . You , with myself , brethren , have listened to eloquence poured forth in a continuous stream from the lips of our Immediate Past Master , painting , as it were , a portrait with marvellous dexterity , dashing on the colouring of the bright parts of the picture with
a prodigal hand , but toning down the darker portions with scrupulous care and tenderness . If therefore , brethren , during the next few minutes I fail to do justice to what has been said , or to myself , I must beg of you on such an occasion , and in such circumstances , to extend to me your greatest indulgence . My Masonic life is before you ; manj' here , more especially those brethren on my
immediate left , with some few on my right , and many before me , are numbered amongst those fast and good friends I have made in this my mother lodge , and in Masonry , during the last three and tivenlj * years . Many I regret to say who we have been accustomed to see amongst us have in that time one by one created for the moment a vacant place , but from one and all , whether of those present , or
those I bear m fraternal memory , 1 have ever experienced , from the time I entered Masonry up to this very hour , the greatest brotherly kindness , and often it may be , brotherly forbearance , and now is added what is to me the crowning point of my Masonic existence , a reception in my old lodge of unmistakeablc warmth , and this valuable recognition of those poor services it has ever been my pleasure and good
fortune to be able to render . But to express to you in words the full measure of the gratitude I feel for all that has been said and done would be a task far beyond my powers . The kind way in which you have cheered me on in the past will never be forgotten , the generous manner in which you are still encouraging me now will act as a stimulus for renewed exertion , and when the end is drawinsr near , and
memories carry me back to our lodge room , and these happy meetings , I shall ever point with pride and pleasure to your handsome gifts of to-night , rind endeavour to impress upon that generation which I hope will follow me and make me live again in this lodge and elsewhere , that I have received these from my generous brethren of the Britannic Lodge as a reward for having endeavoured to do
my duty . And now I cannot omit the opportunity , the pleasurable opportunity , of thanking the Worshipful Master most heartily for delegating to my Bro . Webb the task he has so gracefully performed . It having fallen to his lot to make this presentation is a circumstance at once most pleasurable and gratifying to me , and I say this without the slightest disparagement of any brother here , and I will
tell you why . " One touch of nature makes the world akin . " We have many early reminiscences in common ; we hail from the same " alma mater , " and have kept up the most friendly intercourse for now a great number of years . And now , brethren , a few more words and I have done . Probably there is much that I could say , much that I would , and there is much , perhaps , that i
ought to say , hut if I were to prolong these expressions to an indefinite length I could not say more than this , that whatever honours or . Masonic distinctions I may have conferred upon me elsewhere , I know of no honour or distinction 1 prize more than what I have received to-night . Indeed , brethren , 1 want you to believe that the brightest and the most lasting- spot on the pages of my memory will
be the recollection of to-night ' s proceedings , and the many kind and brotherly expressions that have been employed towards me I cannot adequately express all I feel . I can but do now one act of simple and I trust manly justice , and tell you that from the bottom of my heart I thank you . Bro . Webb then proposed "The Health of the W . M ., Bro . Browning , "
which was warmly responded to by the brethren , and in reply the W . M . said that though one event of the evening had led to rather lengthy speeches , he had laid down for himself a rule in favour of short ones , and he concluded by thanking them for the generous forbearance that had been shown to him and the encouragement he had received in the performance of his duties as Master of the lodge . The
following toasts to the "Visitors , " "The Past Masters , " and "The Officers" were also drunk and . ' acknowledged , and the Tyler's toast , as usual , closed the proceedings of a very pleasant meeting . The musical brethren who assisted were Bros . Ashton , Carter , Cozens , Bell , and Lawler , the last named having the direction of this department and Bro . Cozens being the pianist .
PHOENIX LODGE ( No . 173 ) . —The installation meeting of this old and important lodge took place on Saturday evening last , and was largely attended by members and visitors . The lodge was opened at 4 p . m ., and after the reading of the minutes , Bro . Rogers was passed to the Second Degree . The sum of twenty guineas was voted to the Royal Masonic Institution for Girls , in
lieu of the ten guineas proposed at the last meeting , and , £ 10 to the widow of a brother . The Audit Committee presented a very favourable balance sheet , and congratulations were exchanged on the prosperous condition of the lodge . The chair having then been vacated by the W . M ., Bro . K . W . Allen , P . M ., proceeded with the installation
ceremony , when Bro . Jno . Andrews was duly installed and placed in the chair of King Solomon , the whole of Ihc ceremony being performed in the must impressive manner by Bro . Allen . The W . M . then appointed his officers as follows : Bros . Fred . Foxley , S . W . ; F . D . Vine , J . W . ; GeorgeGuttcrbock , S . D . ; J . O . Wood , J . D . ;
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W . Holcombc , I . G . ; ] . Millicr , W . S . ; G . G . Stanham , D . C . ; C . T . Speight , Tyler . Alter " Hearty good wishes" had been expressed by the many visitors present , the lodge was closed , and the brethren adjourned to banquet , under the presidency of Bro . Andrews . The toasts of "The Queen and the Craft , " and " The M . W . Grand Master , the Prince of Wales , " having been proposed in
suitable terms and duly honoured , the W . M . then proposed that of " The Pro Grand Master and the rest of the Grand Officers , " remarking that it was essential to the well being of all societies to have good and true men to guide them , and that no order could boast of having better or sounder men than -Freemasonry , and with such brelhren the honour of the Order could never diminish . With this toast he coupled the names of Bro .
Howe , P . G . Purst ., and Bro . I'ish , W . M . Grand Stewards ' Lodge . Bro . Howe said that he had great pleasure in again responding at the Phcenix on behalf of the officers of Grand Lodge , but he had done so so often that he had little new to say . They all knew the present Grand Officers were men of worth , and that under their rule Freemasonry was everywhere flourishing . Bro . Fish also replied , and took occasion to remark on the very efficient
manner in which the ceremonies had been performed . The I . P . M . then rose to propose "The W . M ., Bro . John Andrews . " He said that Bro . Andrews was one of their oldest members . He had seen many come and go , and though absent at times through ill health and other causes , be had devoted all the time and attention he could to the Phcenix Lodge . They had an evidence of it that evening , for he had left a bed of sickness to be present , which they
all regretted , but they were pleased he was there . He had begun well , and he felt sure the work of the lodge would be in able hands . The W . M ., in reply , said that he felt somewhat embarrassed but extremely gratified at the manner in which the I P . M . had proposed his health . He assured them that he would do his utmost to promote the welfare of the Phcenix Lodge . He trusted that they would bear with him in any shortcomings that might arise during
his year of office , and accept the will for the deed . He felt confident that all the brethren would render him every assistance in their power , and that the result would be in every way satisfactory . The W . M . then proposed "The Health of the Initiate , " and said that , although Bro . Rogers had not been initiated that evening , this was the first opportunity they had had of proposing his health . He considered that the manner in which Bro . Rogers had
gone through both ceremonies showed that he felt the seriousness of the services , and that he was a brother of whom they might well be proud . He felt sure that he would at all times be ready to assist the lodge in the furtherance of goodwill and harmony , and any who had been fortunate enough to hear him sing and play would understand how great a treat he coufd afford them . He trusted they should hear his voice
amongst them for many years to come , not only in his musical capacity , but also in lodge working . Bro . Rogers , in reply , assured the brethren that the eulogistic terms in which his health had been proposed had made him feel quite nervous , but he would say that the little insight he had into Freemasonry had shown him that it had many noble qualities . He was glad it had fallen to his lot to be present on the occasion of Bro . Andrews being installed as
Worshipful Master , and trusted his year s rule would be a pleasant and prosperous one . The W . M . next gave "The Health of the I . P . M ., Bro . Blythe , " and said that the brethren would all feel that it was no mere compliment to say that during his year of office he had done all in his power to promote the goodwill of the lodge and the Craft generally , and success had been the result . He had stimulated the officers to perform their duties by so
efficiently performing his own . lo his energy and perseverance the [ prosperous state of the Benevolent Fund was in a great measure due , and he considered himself fortunate in having to follow in the footsteps of so worthy a Mason . Before sitting down he had the pleasing duty to perform of investing Bro . Blythe with the Past Master's jewel unanimously voted to him by the brethren of the Phcenix Lodge , and he felt sure he was expressing the
feelings of the whole of the members when he wished him long life towcar it . Bro . Blythe , in reply , thanked the W . M . for his kind expressions and the brethren for their cordial reception . During the past year they had been successful in all respects . They had had an influx of initiates , all of whom were most acceptable . He had always done everything to the best of his abilities for the welfare of the lodge , and would continue to do all he could to promote its interests .
The jewel they had been pleased to present him would remain to him as a token of the many pleasant days of meeting in their company , and he trusted they would have many more . In these social gatherings they smoothed over and cased the rough and rugged corners they all came in contact with through life , and if only for this they were to be valued The toast of "The Past Masters" was next given , the W . M . expressing the pleasure he felt at being supported bv
so many that evening . Many had from time to time shown them most admirable examples of Masonic working , but he desired to express his thanks and gratification at the manner in which one P . M . —Bro . Allen—had so ably performed the installation ceremony . He knew they were all equally gratified with himself , and he asked them for a hearty response to that toast . Bros . Wilson , Witt , Vine , and Allen responded ; the latter remarking that the work he
had done was with lmn a labour of love , and he was only too pleased that his efforts had given the brethren satisfaction . He should be always ready to assist them , either as Installing Master or in any other way . "The Visitors " was the next toast , which the W . M . gave most heartily . He said the Phcenix Lodge was always pleased to receive visitors , there were , he believed , thirty-one present , and he was glad that they were honoured with so many
shining lights that evening . Many were old and talented Masons , and many whose fares were very familiar to him . He would ask Bro . J . I .. Smith , P . M . of Lodge 2 . Sa , and Bro . Ellis , of 2 oy , Lewes , to respond . Bro . Smith thanked the W . M . and brethren of the Phrcnix Lodge for their hospitality . It was not the first time he had been a visitor , and he hoped he should have the pleasure of
meeting them again . As an old P . M . he desired to express his admiration at the work he had seen performed in the lodge . Bro . Ellis , as a young Mason and an entire stranger , also replied . 1 le had felt desirous of witnessing the work in a London lodge , but not knowing any of the members he felt considerable diffidence in entering the lodge , but that soon disappeared when he found that he was wel-
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comed . He was greatly pleased at what he had seen and heard , and thanked them heartily for their generous hospitality . " The Health of the Officers , " including the Secretary and Treasurer , was next given and responded to individually . The Tyler ' s toast then brought a very pleasant evening to a close . We should mention that several members and v i siters contributed to the enjoyment of the
by giving some excellent songs , the Phcenix Lodge being rich in musical talent . Among the visitors present were Bros . Estoclet , 1 ( 141 ; Nicholson , P . M . 59 ; Jewell , P . M . 1223 , P . P . 90 ; Lee , 1223 ; Bending , 1706 ; Ayling , J . W . 975 ; Coleman , 11 ; Smee , P . M . 2 S 0 ; Harlow , 1613 ; G . Harlow . 1227 ; Fall ;
Gresham , 127 ; Mackney , 134 ; Ellis , 1209 ; Lewis , 1329 ; Gastrell , S . D . 246 ; Bayley , 1395 ; Heseltine , S . W . I 1 S 1 ; Fish , W . M ., Grand Stewards ; Kendal , | ioiS ; Cope , W . M . 715 ; Shillcto , 25 ; Thody , 15 S 0 ; Richardson , 1139 ; Pugh , P . G . P . ; Tinney , 1519 ; Green , GSi ; Watts , P . M . 114 ; Limebeer , P . M . 1295 ; Tremere , 1314 ; Hanson , 1706 ; and W . Lake , P . M . 131 , P . P . G . Reg . ( Freemason ) .
CAPPER LODGE ( No . 1076 ) . —The above excellent lodge held its last monthly meeting , before the summer vacation , on Thursday , the 12 th inst ., at the Guildhall Tavern , Giesham-street , City , and was presided over by the W . M ., Bro . Henry Taplay , who was supported by the following officers and brethren : Bros . A . McCarthy , l . P . M . ; J . G ' askell , P . M . ; T . Day , P . M . ; B . B . Brayshaw , P . M . ; H . B . Holliday , P . M . ; J . - B . Job , S . W . ;
J . Mitchell , J . W . ; J . Dorton , P . M . and Treas . ; J . C . Pitt , Sec ; \ V . Dorton , S . D . ; W . Ncvens , J . D . ; A . R . Mason , I . G . ; W . Harris , Wine Steward ; H . Taylor , P . M . 1221 ; Thos . E . Horley , 1227 ; W . Gurson , 16 93 ; T . G . Robinson , j ; S ; S . Levy , 1502 ; G . Frost , 913 ; and C . Jolly , 913 ( Freemason ) . The lodge having been duly opened , and the minutes and accounts passed , Mr . Richard Smith was , ' after approval , initiated into Masonry in a masterly manner by the W . M .
The lodge was then closed , and the brethren sat down to an elegantly-served banquet , after partaking of which the W . M . gave the usual loyal and Masonic toasts , which were responded to with enthusiasm . The l . P . M . then proposed "'The Health of the W . M ., " and said they might all remember that on a recent occasion their W . M . had promised them , while regretting that he had no work to
do lately , that he would show them some before the recess , and also give them a good Fourth Degree , and that night he had nobly fulfilled his promise , for the perfect manner in which he had initiated their newly-made brother was a real Masonic treat , and showed them unmistakeably of what sterling stuff he was composed , and that night he had feasted them right royally . Since he had been in the chair
he had carried out the duties attached to it with energy and integrity , and he asked them to give him a hearty good fire . The W . M ., in response , said he thanked them for the toast . Nothing gave him more pleasure than to do his utmost for the CappcrLodge . Hewas especially p leased to see so many round him that night , for it showed him that the same old spirit still existed in the lodge that had
at one time made it one of the strongest and most prosperous lodges in the metropolis , and he felt sure while that spirit prevailed the Capper Lodge would still be foremost in the field for both good work and true Masonic charity . He could not let them go for the recess without indulging in the pleasures of a dinner and social glass together , and therefore had , he trusted , only followed
in the course pursued by those excellent W . M . s who had preceded him . He wished them all every happiness during the recess , and a happy reunion on the thiid Thursday of September next . The toast of "The Initiate" was next proposed , and modestly responded to by Bro . Smith . "The Health of the Past Masters" followed . Bro . McCarthy was pleased at the unanimous response the toast
had brought forth from the brethren . He knew that he spoke the sentiments of every Past Master when he said their only desire was for the happiness of the brethren and the welfare of the lodge . Bro . Gaskell rejoiced to sec so many present . He thought at one time the good old Capper would be defunct , but that meeting showed him that there was life in it yet . He congratulated the lodge
upon its devotion to the Chanties of the Order , and of the name it bore among the Craft for the great help it gave to those grand Institutions . Bro . Halliday had , from his first connection with the lodge , taken a paramount interest in its ruccess , and should continue to do so . He had at all times received the greatest kindness from all the brethren , and trusted as years rolled on to still be worthy of a
continuance of the same good feeling . Bro . Day referred to the fact that during his year of office he had initiated no less than twenty-five members into the lodge . He spoke of the pleasure it gave him to see Bro . Levy , one of their old members , among them again , and trusted the day was not far distant when he would be reunited to his mother lodge . Bro . Brayshaw also said a few words'in response to the toast . In reply to a hearty reception of the toast of " The
Visitors , " Bro . Taylor spoke highly of the working of the lodge and its charity , and trusted it would go on , and not only be Vice-President but Patron of all the Charities in time . Bro . Levy and several other brethren also responded . Bro . Jolly replied to a very flattering reception of the Freemason , and Bro . Job replied for the officers of the lodge , and then the Tyler ' s toast concluded the proceedings .
SAMSON LODGE ( No . 1668 ) . —This young and rising lodge held its fifth installation meeting at the Regent Masonic Hall , Air-street , on Tuesday , the 10 th inst . The lodge has recently been removed here , and the brethren are to be congratulated on having thoroughly settled down in their new quarters . Bro . B . D . Barnett , the retiring W . M ., occupied the chair , and after the lodge
had been formally opened , initiated Mr .-Arthur Ochse into the mysteries of the Craft in a thoroughly able manner . The installation of Bro . W . T . Lover , the W . M . elect , was then proceeded with , the ceremony being performed by Bro . M . D . Loewenstark , P . M . The investiture of the officers for the ensuing year was as follows : Bros . Chas .
Odisc , S . W . ; Aarons , J . W . ; ) . Ouinccy , S . D . ; Williams , ) . D . ; W . | . Cooper , l . G . ~ Baron D . Barnett , l . P . M . ' , Sec ; M . I ) . Loewenstark , P . M ., Treasurer ; Kuddciforth , P . M ., W . S . ; and Moses , D . C . After the Auditor ' s report had been introduced and passed , and other formal business disposed of , the brethren