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been unanimously voted to him by the lodge , and he hoped that when he wore it he would always look upon it as a mark of esteem in which he was held by the members ofthe lodge , and also as an acknowledgment of the efficient manner in which he had carried out the duties of Master during his year of office . Bro . Williams , in reply , I . P . M ., said he found it difficult to find words to adequately express his thanks for the hearty
way in which the toast had been drunk , and also for the very handsome jewel that had been presented to him by the lodge . He assured the brethren that he should always wear it with feelings of pride , and was very grateful to the W . M . for the flattering remarks he had made . He had performed the duties of his office to thc best of his ability , and hoped he might be spared for many years to wear the jewel , and render any assistance he could to further the
interests of the lodge and the Craft in general . In proposing " The Visitors , " the W . M . remarked that he was pleased to see such a large number of visitors present , and especially such a good array of Masters and Past Masters . He believed that many of the brethren present that evening had visited the Iodge on previous occasions , and he heartily welcomed them , and trusted that the number of visitors would always be large in the future as it had
been in the past . Bros . Brill , Hamlyn , Page , and Rich responded , and thanked the brethren for their hospitality , and expressed their admiration at the working of the lodge . In replying for "The Past Masters , " Bro . Hinton , P . M ., thanked the W . M . and brethren , and expressed his pleasure at responding to this toast for the fifteenth year in succession . The P . M . ' s always endeavoured to do their
duty and used their bestinterests to promote the prosperity of the lodge . The Worshipful Master next gave " The Masonic Charities , " and said that the support of the different Charitable Institutions should be regarded by the brethren as a labour of love , and expressed the hope that Bro . Garnar would be successful in obtaining a long list of subscriptions from the brethren when he represented the Iodge
at the next festival of the Boys' School . Bro . Wrigglesworth , P . M ., ; in reply , remarked that the Charitable Institutions in connection with Freemasonry were amongst the noblest in the land , and , as one of the principal duties of a Mason was to exercise Charity , he hoped the brethren would always do their utmost to support them . Brethren should give liberally in their affluence , as none could tell when adversity might overtake them . He
( Bro . Wrigglesworth ) was happy to say that during his term of office as Guardian of the poor for a very large district , he had never known a Mason apply for relief . He hoped the day might be far distant when any member of the Rose of Denmark Lodge would feel the pangs of necessity , but he earnestly hoped they would contribute handsomely to those Charitable Institutions in which every Mason took such a pride . Bros . Garnar , P . M ., Treas ., and Noble , P . M ., Sec ,
having returned thanks for the toast of " The Treasurer and Secretary , " the W . M . then gave "The Officers of the Lodge , " to which Bros . Bugler , S . W ., and Campbell , J . VV ., duly responded in suitable terms . The proceedings were then brought to a conclusion by the T y ler ' s toast . During the evening a beautiful selection of music was performed under the direction of Bro . Egbert Roberts , assisted by Miss Louise France , Miss Susetta Fenn , and Bro . Sinclair Dunn .
COVENT GARDEN LODGE ( No . 1614 ) . — The second regular meeting of this lodge for the present session was held at the Criterion , Piccadilly , on the 14 th inst ., when there were present Bros . John Jacobs , W . M . ; C . Kedgley , P . M ., acting as S . W . ; T . A . Dickson , J . W . ; W . Bourne , P . M ., Sec ; Bower Solomon , S . D . ; C . Ralph , acting as J . D . ; W . F . Thorpe , D . C . ; G . Stacey , P . M ., Org . ; G . Reynolds , I . G . j S . Jacobs , P . M .,
W . S . ; G . Howard , A . W . S . ; G . Potter , Tjler ; Geo . Coleman , P . M . ; James Hewitt , G . H . Foam , A . Jacobs , L . Goldsmid , S . Cohen , W . Unwin , J . Potter , L . Isaacs , E . W . Carter , G . W . Mills , j . Woodward , W . E . Cousins , S . Isaacs , W . A . Dowling , Frank Gulliford , J . Alexander , G . Hand , C . J . Shannon , W . Belsham , A . Vockam , and G . H . Reynolds . Visitors : Bros . R . H . Jobbins , W . M . 49 ; P . G . Cutler , P . M . 212 ; H . Price , S . W . 177 ; S .
R . Walker , P . M . 733 ; and P . H . Rabbitts , P . M . 1695 . The lodge was opened in due form , and the minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed . A ballot was then taken for Mr . Charles Stewart Lodge to be a member of the lodge , and proving unanimous , that gentleman was informed of the same . Bros . Lewis Cohen and John Potter having answered the usual questions in a satisfactory manner leading to the Second Degree , the lodge
was opened in that Degree , and the two brethren were passed to the Degree of F . C . Lodge resumed to the First Degree . Messrs . Alfred Richard Temple and Charles Stewart Lodge were initiated into the mysteries of Freemasonry , the whole work being done well by the W . M . On the third time of rising a letter was read by Bro . W . Bourne , Secretary , from Bro . Harry Kedgley , S . W ., saying he was unable to attend to his duties that evening on
account of a severe attack of bronchitis , at which the brethren expressed their sympathy and regret . The W . M . having received the " Hearty good wishes " of thc visitors , the brethren adjourned to the Victoria Hall , where the banquet was served , under the personal superintence of Bro . Bertini . After the usual loyal and Masonic toasts had been proposed and responded to , Bro . G . Coleman , I . P . M ,, proposed "The Health of
the VV . M ., " and , in doing so , said the brethren knew thc reason why he had the gavel in his hand . Those who were present saw his working , and it was not only a credit to their W . M ., who was young , but would be to many old Masons . The brethren would agree with him that he had persevered in his work , and had given every satisfaction , and he felt sure the W . M . had the best wishes of the lodge , both for health and prosperity .
The Worshipful Master thanked the brethren for the heart y manner in which his health had been responded to . He assured the brethren he had done his best ; and trusted that the brother who succeeded him would endeavour to do 'ne same . The Worshipful Master , in proposing " The Health of jjie Initiates , " said he felt sure , from their serious manner , "ley had been duly impressed with the ceremony , and would "Jake it their earnest endeavour to become good and useful Masons .
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The Initiates , in reply , thanked the W . M . for his kind remarks , and assured the brethren that nothing should be wanting on their part that would enable them to become good members of the lodge . The Worshipful Master then proposed "The Health of the Visitors , " and said he hoped that toast would always be well received . They were very pleased to see them , and
liked to make them happy . Bro . Jobbins , W . M . 49 , in replying for the visitors , thanked thc brethren for the hearty manner in which their healths had been drunk . The banquet was all that one could wish for , and very enjoyable . The working that evening of the W . M . was seldom surpassed . The initiates had been impressed with the ceremony , and felt sure they would
become worthy members of the Craft _ . The Worshipful Master , in proposing "The Health of the P . M . ' s , " paid a high compliment to the interest they took in the lodge , and the willingness with which they assisted the brethren . Bro . G . Coleman , I . P . M ., in responding , said the P . M . ' s were always willing to assist in every possible way , and
when the absence of an officer occurred , the P . M . ' s were there to take the duties of the office , as had been proved that evening in the unavoidable absence of Bro . H . Kedgley , their worthy S . W ., through severe illness . He knew that all the brethren wished him 3 speedy recovery , and that at their next meeting he would occupy his chair . T he Worshipful Master next proposed *• The Health of
the Senior Officers of the Lodge , " in a kind manner . Bro . T . A . Dickson , J . W ., in responding , thanked the brethren for the way in which the toast had been received , which was most gratifying . The W . M . had set them a good example . and he trusted that when the timecame for him to occupy the chair , he would be able to show the same efficiency .
Bro . B . Solomons , S . D ., reiterated the same wishes . The Worshipful Master , in proposing "The Health of his Junior Officers , " reminded the brethren that , though last , they were not least , for their comfort depended upon one , and the security of the lodge upon the other . Bro . S . Jacobs , P . M ., W . S ., thanked the brethren , and said he could assure them that the duties of W . S . at times
caused a little anxiety ; but he trusted he had given every satisfaction , and that at the end of the year there would be a balance available for Charity . Bro . G . Reynolds , I . G ., said he felt the honour the W . M . had conferred upon him in proposing his health , and the hearty manner in which the brethren had drunk the same . Since he had been amongst them he had made many friends , and , whatever office he was placed in , it should be his
endeavour to give not only satisfaction to the W . M ., but also to the brethren of the lodge . He trusted that the G . A . O . T . U . would give him strength when the time came to fulfil the duties of the chair in the same admirable manner their worthy W . M . did . The Tyler ' s toast brought to a close a most enjoyable evening , to which Bros . C . Ralph , W . Bourne , P . M ., W . Unwin , R . Cohen , C . S . Lodge , J . Temple , and S . J acobs , P . M ., contributed by their songs and recitations .
GATESHEAD-ON-TYNE . —Lodge of Industry ( No . 48 ) . —The regular monthly meeting of this Iodge was held at the Masonic Hall , Jackson-street , on Monday , the 23 rd inst ., when there was a good muster of members and visitors . The W . M ., Bro . A . Rhagg , presided , and was supported by Bros . John Moult , P . M . ; Robert Whitfield , P . M . ; J . G . Smith , P . M . ; W . F . Carmon , W . M . 4 S 1 ;
Wm . M . Pybus , S . W . ; John Wood , P . M ., as J . W . ; W . Dalrymple , Sec ; W . Brown , S . D . ; VV . F . Raeburn , J . D . ; A . Simpson , as I . G . ; W . Richardson , S . S . ; R . Ferry , Org . ; J . Curry , Tyler ; G . H . Cawthorn , Geo . Craighill , J . T . Corking , T . L . Hall , T . Shepherd , Robt . Swanson , C . G . Nichols , J . T . Harrison , S . VV . 4 S 1 ; M . R . Wright , E . Carr , J . W . Gibson , VV . M . 1427 ; G . C .
Coates , S . W . 1427 ; J . Braithwaite , P . M . 1427 ; S . Brown , 1427 ; H . Geipel , 1427 ; F . G . Fitzgerald , 1427 ; T . Spedding , S . S . 1643 ; R . Stewart , 424 ; Thos . Dinning , I . P . M . 481 ; T . Wright , 1342 ; C . D . Dewar , 3 ( S . C . ); M . J . Wheatley , W . M . 1970 ; J . Heppell , S . W . 1970 ; and others . After the preliminary business was disposed of , and the ballot box sent round , Mr . Joseph Rutter was duly initiated
by the W . W ., and the working tools were explained by the < acting J . W . The Iodge was afterwards raised , when Bro . Robert Swanson took his Third Degree , the ceremony being performed by the W . W . in a satisfactory manner . The lodge was closed at 9 . 15 p . m ., after the W . M . had received the hearty congratulations of the visitors . An adjournment was made to the refreshment rooms , where the remainder of the evening was spent in the usual harmonious way .
BOLTON . —St . John ' s Lodge ( No . 221 ) . —A meeting of this Iodge was held on Wednesday , the 18 th inst ., at Commercial Hotel , Town Hall Square . Present i Bros . Peter Bradburn , W . M . ; Chas . Crompton , S . W . ; las . Walker , J . W . ; G . P . Brockbank , G . Std . B ., Treas . ;
j . VV . Draycott , Sec ; John Thompson , as S . D . ; Wm . Siddorn , J . D . ; R . Cuerden , I . G . ; Wm . Forrest , Stwd . ; W . Higson , Tyler ; Hy . Critchley , Jackson , Morrginson , Crompton , VV . H . Brown , T . S . Henshaw , and J . R . Haslam . Bro . Blain , P . M . St . George's Lodge , was a
visitor . The lodge was opened , and after the confirmation of the business of the last meeting , a petition was signed in favour of admission of a son of the late Bro . Thomas Mitchell , into the Boys' School . Bro . Blain then delivered a lecture
on the tracing board of the First Degree in a very impressive manner , and at its close a very cordial and hearty vote of thanks was awarded to him , after which a portion of the ancient charges was read , and the Iodge closed in peace and harmony .
HALESWORTH . —Prudence Lodge ( No . 388 ) . —A meeting was held on Monday , the 23 rd inst ., at the Masonic Hall , when there were present Bros . G . J . Goodwyn , W . M . ; C H . White , S . W . ; P . M . Canova , I . W . ; R . Tittow , Treas . ; A . E . Smith , P . M . igSi , P . P .
G . J . D . Suffolk , Sec ; J . O . Green , S . D . ; VV . P . Gale , J . D . ; J . F . Margetson , I . G . ; J . Miller , Tyler ; C . S . Pedgrift , P . M ., P . P . G . R . Suffolk ; R . Barker , P . M . ; J . M . Canova , P . M ., P . P . G . S . W . Suffolk ; R . B . Stanford , P . M . ; E . W . Moore , and M . Wadhams . Visitor : Bro . N . Tracy , P . M . 37 6 , P . G . Sec . Suffolk .
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The lodge having been opened , Bro . Wadhams was raised to the Third Degree , after which a motion of the W . M . 's—that this lodge subscribe the sum of £ 2 2 s . annually towards the " Martyn Memorial Fund "—was seconded , and carried unanimously . After the lodge was closed , supper was provided in the ante-room , after which
the usual Masonic toasts were proposed and responded to . In responding to the toast of " The Provincial Grand Officers , " Bro . Tracy expressed his gratification , both as regards the working of the lodge and the decision they had come to , with reference to the " Martyn Memorial Fund . " The Tyler's toast concluded a pleasant evening , interspersed with songs by Bros . Tittow , Wadhams , Moore , and others .
READING . —Lodge of Union ( No . 414 ) . —A regular meeting of this lodge was held at the Masonic Hall , Greyfriars-road , on Tuesday , the 17 th inst ., under the presidency of Bro . Michael John Withers , Prov . G . J . Deacon , the W . M ., on which occasion Bro . James Stevens , P . M ., P . Z ., attended on the invite of the lodge for the purpose of delivering his popular lecture on the ritual and
ceremonial of the First Degree . The attendance was unfortunately not nearly so large as had been anticipated , an important political meeting having been appointed for the same evening , and regrets and apologies for absence were very numerous . The Chaplain of the lodge , Bro . the Rev . Canon Garry , desired special mention of his disappointment in not being able to occupy his position . Among
those present were Bros . U . H . Withenngton , S . W . ; F . Blackwell , J . VV . ; Chas . Stephens , P . M ., Prov . G . Treas . Berks and Bucks ; Robert Bradley , P . M ., Prov . Grand Sec . ; Charles Oades , P . M . ; Albert VV . Parry , Sec . ; John W . Martin , S . D . ; C . G . Hawkes , J . D . ; J . R . Hayward , Org . ; C . J . R . Steward , acting I . G . ; H . P . Knill , Bernard Ruddock , F . J . Wellman , G . S . Gait , W . G .
Millar , Henry Higgs , W . J . Maurice , and others . Visitors : Bros . James Stevens , P . M ., P . Z . ; Alexander Sellar , P . M . 414 ; T . P . Stevens , 1101 ; C . Slaughter , 1101 ; W . G . Flanagan , P . M . 1101 ; H . G . Sherwin , 1024 ; Walter Blackwell , 1024 ; R . H . Reilly , 2043 J F . J- Lawes , 2043 ; the Rev . J . D . Dunlap , Cambridge University Lodge ; John Miller , 723 , and others .
The Iodge was opened in due form , and the previous minutes having been read , and a report from the Permanent Committee received , the W . M . formally introduced Bro . Stevens to the meeting for the delivery of his lecture . After a few introductory remarks on the nature and object of his address , the lecturer proceeded to explain his views in relation to the form of ritual and ceremonial which had
been adopted for the general observance of the Craft at the formation of the United Grand Lodge in 1 S 13 , and in regular order , through the ceremonies of opening and initiation , pointed out the many divergencies from such original form which had arisen , more particularly during the past quarter of a century . For nearly two hours , without intermission , Bro . Stevens
rivetted the attention of his audience whilst giving most lucid explanations of , and reasons for , the numerous points in working , in respect of which a perfect understanding is necessary for a full appreciation of the " connection of the whole system of Freemasonry and the relative dependency of its several parts . " Most instructive in every respect , the lecturer could not fail to leave manv important points for
future consideration by his hearers , although it may be said that perfect agreement on all may not follow . Being purely such an address as can be only given when " close tyled , it should be heard by Freemasons wherever opportunity for its delivery may arise , and , judging from its reception on this occasion , and , as we are informed , on many former occasions , it should be the desire of every good working
lodge to learn from Bro . Stevens " the reason why " for much that they do and say in Masonic ceremonial . At the close of the lecture , on the proposition of the W . M ., seconded by Bro . Charles Stephens , P . M . and Prov . G . Treas ., a cordial vote of thanks , with complimentary remarks on the address he had given , was unanimously accorded to Bro . Stevens , who acknowledged the same in
suitable terms . _ Propositions for initiation having been made , and greetings exchanged , the lodge was closed in due form , with harmony , and the brethen adjourned to the Great Western Hotel , where supper had been prepared . A pleasant hour or two were passed in social converse , enlivened by song and recitation , before the brethren separated , well pleased with the Masonic work of the evening .
WOLVERHAMPTON . -Lodge of Honours ( No . 526 ) . —On Friday afternoon , the 13 th inst ., Bro . H . C . Owen was installed W . M . of this lodge in the lodge room at the Star and Garter Hotel . The ceremony was very effectively and ably performed by Bro . G . W . Walker , the retiring W . M . The W . M . having been formally raised to the chair of K . S ., he , in accordance with ancient custom , invested his officers as follows : Bros . G . VV . Walker
, I . P . M . ; George Baker , S . W . ; S . W . Page , J . W . j the Rev . Thomas Lloyd , P . G . C , Chap . ; C . A . Newnham , Ireas . ; W . E . Marsh , Sec . ; J . DunbarSteen , A . Sec . ; F . G . Lyddington , S . D . ; A . McBean , J . D . ; T . J . Barnett , D . C ; J . F . Chapman , Org . ; B . Beebee , I . G . ; J . Hyde , S . S . ; and T . H . Bayley , J . S . After the lodge was closed the installation banquet was served , and the usual Masonic toasts followed .
WOOLWICH . —Nelson Lodge ( No . 700 ) . — Bro . A . Sweeting , W . M . of the above prosperous lodge , commenced his year of office on Wednesday , the iSthinst ., at the Masonic Hall , William-street , and was supported by a goodly array of the members of the lodge and visiting brethren , among those present being Bros . C . Norman , P . M ., Sec . ; T . Butt , P . M ., Treas . ; J . WarrenP . M .:
, J . H . Roberts , P . M . ; T . Ovenden , P . M . ; J . Sanderson , S . W . ; R . Naylor , J . W . ; J . Swanson , S . D . ; J . Miller , l . G . ; W . Bidgood , Org . ; E . West , P . M . 1076 , P . P . G . J . D . Herts ; W . Rees , P . M . 913 ; G . Spinks , P . M . 915 , Provincial Grand Standard Bearer of Kent ; W , Moulds , W . M . 1536 ; W . Akers , W . M . 13 ; W . Maule ,
S . W . 1536 ; C . Canning , J . D . 1472 ; C . Wood , W . S . 1472 ; A . Knight , D . C . 1472 ; W . Turvey , 1472 ; H . King , 615 ; M . Kaul , 1472 ; T . J . Day , 1227 ; W . Harrison , 730 ; T . White , 723 ; W . Barnes , 13 ; and C . Jolly , 913 ( Freemason ) . The lodge having been opened and the minutes passed , Bro . Smith was passed , and Bros . Adams , Bidgood , and Carter were raised , the working being in every way worthy
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been unanimously voted to him by the lodge , and he hoped that when he wore it he would always look upon it as a mark of esteem in which he was held by the members ofthe lodge , and also as an acknowledgment of the efficient manner in which he had carried out the duties of Master during his year of office . Bro . Williams , in reply , I . P . M ., said he found it difficult to find words to adequately express his thanks for the hearty
way in which the toast had been drunk , and also for the very handsome jewel that had been presented to him by the lodge . He assured the brethren that he should always wear it with feelings of pride , and was very grateful to the W . M . for the flattering remarks he had made . He had performed the duties of his office to thc best of his ability , and hoped he might be spared for many years to wear the jewel , and render any assistance he could to further the
interests of the lodge and the Craft in general . In proposing " The Visitors , " the W . M . remarked that he was pleased to see such a large number of visitors present , and especially such a good array of Masters and Past Masters . He believed that many of the brethren present that evening had visited the Iodge on previous occasions , and he heartily welcomed them , and trusted that the number of visitors would always be large in the future as it had
been in the past . Bros . Brill , Hamlyn , Page , and Rich responded , and thanked the brethren for their hospitality , and expressed their admiration at the working of the lodge . In replying for "The Past Masters , " Bro . Hinton , P . M ., thanked the W . M . and brethren , and expressed his pleasure at responding to this toast for the fifteenth year in succession . The P . M . ' s always endeavoured to do their
duty and used their bestinterests to promote the prosperity of the lodge . The Worshipful Master next gave " The Masonic Charities , " and said that the support of the different Charitable Institutions should be regarded by the brethren as a labour of love , and expressed the hope that Bro . Garnar would be successful in obtaining a long list of subscriptions from the brethren when he represented the Iodge
at the next festival of the Boys' School . Bro . Wrigglesworth , P . M ., ; in reply , remarked that the Charitable Institutions in connection with Freemasonry were amongst the noblest in the land , and , as one of the principal duties of a Mason was to exercise Charity , he hoped the brethren would always do their utmost to support them . Brethren should give liberally in their affluence , as none could tell when adversity might overtake them . He
( Bro . Wrigglesworth ) was happy to say that during his term of office as Guardian of the poor for a very large district , he had never known a Mason apply for relief . He hoped the day might be far distant when any member of the Rose of Denmark Lodge would feel the pangs of necessity , but he earnestly hoped they would contribute handsomely to those Charitable Institutions in which every Mason took such a pride . Bros . Garnar , P . M ., Treas ., and Noble , P . M ., Sec ,
having returned thanks for the toast of " The Treasurer and Secretary , " the W . M . then gave "The Officers of the Lodge , " to which Bros . Bugler , S . W ., and Campbell , J . VV ., duly responded in suitable terms . The proceedings were then brought to a conclusion by the T y ler ' s toast . During the evening a beautiful selection of music was performed under the direction of Bro . Egbert Roberts , assisted by Miss Louise France , Miss Susetta Fenn , and Bro . Sinclair Dunn .
COVENT GARDEN LODGE ( No . 1614 ) . — The second regular meeting of this lodge for the present session was held at the Criterion , Piccadilly , on the 14 th inst ., when there were present Bros . John Jacobs , W . M . ; C . Kedgley , P . M ., acting as S . W . ; T . A . Dickson , J . W . ; W . Bourne , P . M ., Sec ; Bower Solomon , S . D . ; C . Ralph , acting as J . D . ; W . F . Thorpe , D . C . ; G . Stacey , P . M ., Org . ; G . Reynolds , I . G . j S . Jacobs , P . M .,
W . S . ; G . Howard , A . W . S . ; G . Potter , Tjler ; Geo . Coleman , P . M . ; James Hewitt , G . H . Foam , A . Jacobs , L . Goldsmid , S . Cohen , W . Unwin , J . Potter , L . Isaacs , E . W . Carter , G . W . Mills , j . Woodward , W . E . Cousins , S . Isaacs , W . A . Dowling , Frank Gulliford , J . Alexander , G . Hand , C . J . Shannon , W . Belsham , A . Vockam , and G . H . Reynolds . Visitors : Bros . R . H . Jobbins , W . M . 49 ; P . G . Cutler , P . M . 212 ; H . Price , S . W . 177 ; S .
R . Walker , P . M . 733 ; and P . H . Rabbitts , P . M . 1695 . The lodge was opened in due form , and the minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed . A ballot was then taken for Mr . Charles Stewart Lodge to be a member of the lodge , and proving unanimous , that gentleman was informed of the same . Bros . Lewis Cohen and John Potter having answered the usual questions in a satisfactory manner leading to the Second Degree , the lodge
was opened in that Degree , and the two brethren were passed to the Degree of F . C . Lodge resumed to the First Degree . Messrs . Alfred Richard Temple and Charles Stewart Lodge were initiated into the mysteries of Freemasonry , the whole work being done well by the W . M . On the third time of rising a letter was read by Bro . W . Bourne , Secretary , from Bro . Harry Kedgley , S . W ., saying he was unable to attend to his duties that evening on
account of a severe attack of bronchitis , at which the brethren expressed their sympathy and regret . The W . M . having received the " Hearty good wishes " of thc visitors , the brethren adjourned to the Victoria Hall , where the banquet was served , under the personal superintence of Bro . Bertini . After the usual loyal and Masonic toasts had been proposed and responded to , Bro . G . Coleman , I . P . M ,, proposed "The Health of
the VV . M ., " and , in doing so , said the brethren knew thc reason why he had the gavel in his hand . Those who were present saw his working , and it was not only a credit to their W . M ., who was young , but would be to many old Masons . The brethren would agree with him that he had persevered in his work , and had given every satisfaction , and he felt sure the W . M . had the best wishes of the lodge , both for health and prosperity .
The Worshipful Master thanked the brethren for the heart y manner in which his health had been responded to . He assured the brethren he had done his best ; and trusted that the brother who succeeded him would endeavour to do 'ne same . The Worshipful Master , in proposing " The Health of jjie Initiates , " said he felt sure , from their serious manner , "ley had been duly impressed with the ceremony , and would "Jake it their earnest endeavour to become good and useful Masons .
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The Initiates , in reply , thanked the W . M . for his kind remarks , and assured the brethren that nothing should be wanting on their part that would enable them to become good members of the lodge . The Worshipful Master then proposed "The Health of the Visitors , " and said he hoped that toast would always be well received . They were very pleased to see them , and
liked to make them happy . Bro . Jobbins , W . M . 49 , in replying for the visitors , thanked thc brethren for the hearty manner in which their healths had been drunk . The banquet was all that one could wish for , and very enjoyable . The working that evening of the W . M . was seldom surpassed . The initiates had been impressed with the ceremony , and felt sure they would
become worthy members of the Craft _ . The Worshipful Master , in proposing "The Health of the P . M . ' s , " paid a high compliment to the interest they took in the lodge , and the willingness with which they assisted the brethren . Bro . G . Coleman , I . P . M ., in responding , said the P . M . ' s were always willing to assist in every possible way , and
when the absence of an officer occurred , the P . M . ' s were there to take the duties of the office , as had been proved that evening in the unavoidable absence of Bro . H . Kedgley , their worthy S . W ., through severe illness . He knew that all the brethren wished him 3 speedy recovery , and that at their next meeting he would occupy his chair . T he Worshipful Master next proposed *• The Health of
the Senior Officers of the Lodge , " in a kind manner . Bro . T . A . Dickson , J . W ., in responding , thanked the brethren for the way in which the toast had been received , which was most gratifying . The W . M . had set them a good example . and he trusted that when the timecame for him to occupy the chair , he would be able to show the same efficiency .
Bro . B . Solomons , S . D ., reiterated the same wishes . The Worshipful Master , in proposing "The Health of his Junior Officers , " reminded the brethren that , though last , they were not least , for their comfort depended upon one , and the security of the lodge upon the other . Bro . S . Jacobs , P . M ., W . S ., thanked the brethren , and said he could assure them that the duties of W . S . at times
caused a little anxiety ; but he trusted he had given every satisfaction , and that at the end of the year there would be a balance available for Charity . Bro . G . Reynolds , I . G ., said he felt the honour the W . M . had conferred upon him in proposing his health , and the hearty manner in which the brethren had drunk the same . Since he had been amongst them he had made many friends , and , whatever office he was placed in , it should be his
endeavour to give not only satisfaction to the W . M ., but also to the brethren of the lodge . He trusted that the G . A . O . T . U . would give him strength when the time came to fulfil the duties of the chair in the same admirable manner their worthy W . M . did . The Tyler ' s toast brought to a close a most enjoyable evening , to which Bros . C . Ralph , W . Bourne , P . M ., W . Unwin , R . Cohen , C . S . Lodge , J . Temple , and S . J acobs , P . M ., contributed by their songs and recitations .
GATESHEAD-ON-TYNE . —Lodge of Industry ( No . 48 ) . —The regular monthly meeting of this Iodge was held at the Masonic Hall , Jackson-street , on Monday , the 23 rd inst ., when there was a good muster of members and visitors . The W . M ., Bro . A . Rhagg , presided , and was supported by Bros . John Moult , P . M . ; Robert Whitfield , P . M . ; J . G . Smith , P . M . ; W . F . Carmon , W . M . 4 S 1 ;
Wm . M . Pybus , S . W . ; John Wood , P . M ., as J . W . ; W . Dalrymple , Sec ; W . Brown , S . D . ; VV . F . Raeburn , J . D . ; A . Simpson , as I . G . ; W . Richardson , S . S . ; R . Ferry , Org . ; J . Curry , Tyler ; G . H . Cawthorn , Geo . Craighill , J . T . Corking , T . L . Hall , T . Shepherd , Robt . Swanson , C . G . Nichols , J . T . Harrison , S . VV . 4 S 1 ; M . R . Wright , E . Carr , J . W . Gibson , VV . M . 1427 ; G . C .
Coates , S . W . 1427 ; J . Braithwaite , P . M . 1427 ; S . Brown , 1427 ; H . Geipel , 1427 ; F . G . Fitzgerald , 1427 ; T . Spedding , S . S . 1643 ; R . Stewart , 424 ; Thos . Dinning , I . P . M . 481 ; T . Wright , 1342 ; C . D . Dewar , 3 ( S . C . ); M . J . Wheatley , W . M . 1970 ; J . Heppell , S . W . 1970 ; and others . After the preliminary business was disposed of , and the ballot box sent round , Mr . Joseph Rutter was duly initiated
by the W . W ., and the working tools were explained by the < acting J . W . The Iodge was afterwards raised , when Bro . Robert Swanson took his Third Degree , the ceremony being performed by the W . W . in a satisfactory manner . The lodge was closed at 9 . 15 p . m ., after the W . M . had received the hearty congratulations of the visitors . An adjournment was made to the refreshment rooms , where the remainder of the evening was spent in the usual harmonious way .
BOLTON . —St . John ' s Lodge ( No . 221 ) . —A meeting of this Iodge was held on Wednesday , the 18 th inst ., at Commercial Hotel , Town Hall Square . Present i Bros . Peter Bradburn , W . M . ; Chas . Crompton , S . W . ; las . Walker , J . W . ; G . P . Brockbank , G . Std . B ., Treas . ;
j . VV . Draycott , Sec ; John Thompson , as S . D . ; Wm . Siddorn , J . D . ; R . Cuerden , I . G . ; Wm . Forrest , Stwd . ; W . Higson , Tyler ; Hy . Critchley , Jackson , Morrginson , Crompton , VV . H . Brown , T . S . Henshaw , and J . R . Haslam . Bro . Blain , P . M . St . George's Lodge , was a
visitor . The lodge was opened , and after the confirmation of the business of the last meeting , a petition was signed in favour of admission of a son of the late Bro . Thomas Mitchell , into the Boys' School . Bro . Blain then delivered a lecture
on the tracing board of the First Degree in a very impressive manner , and at its close a very cordial and hearty vote of thanks was awarded to him , after which a portion of the ancient charges was read , and the Iodge closed in peace and harmony .
HALESWORTH . —Prudence Lodge ( No . 388 ) . —A meeting was held on Monday , the 23 rd inst ., at the Masonic Hall , when there were present Bros . G . J . Goodwyn , W . M . ; C H . White , S . W . ; P . M . Canova , I . W . ; R . Tittow , Treas . ; A . E . Smith , P . M . igSi , P . P .
G . J . D . Suffolk , Sec ; J . O . Green , S . D . ; VV . P . Gale , J . D . ; J . F . Margetson , I . G . ; J . Miller , Tyler ; C . S . Pedgrift , P . M ., P . P . G . R . Suffolk ; R . Barker , P . M . ; J . M . Canova , P . M ., P . P . G . S . W . Suffolk ; R . B . Stanford , P . M . ; E . W . Moore , and M . Wadhams . Visitor : Bro . N . Tracy , P . M . 37 6 , P . G . Sec . Suffolk .
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The lodge having been opened , Bro . Wadhams was raised to the Third Degree , after which a motion of the W . M . 's—that this lodge subscribe the sum of £ 2 2 s . annually towards the " Martyn Memorial Fund "—was seconded , and carried unanimously . After the lodge was closed , supper was provided in the ante-room , after which
the usual Masonic toasts were proposed and responded to . In responding to the toast of " The Provincial Grand Officers , " Bro . Tracy expressed his gratification , both as regards the working of the lodge and the decision they had come to , with reference to the " Martyn Memorial Fund . " The Tyler's toast concluded a pleasant evening , interspersed with songs by Bros . Tittow , Wadhams , Moore , and others .
READING . —Lodge of Union ( No . 414 ) . —A regular meeting of this lodge was held at the Masonic Hall , Greyfriars-road , on Tuesday , the 17 th inst ., under the presidency of Bro . Michael John Withers , Prov . G . J . Deacon , the W . M ., on which occasion Bro . James Stevens , P . M ., P . Z ., attended on the invite of the lodge for the purpose of delivering his popular lecture on the ritual and
ceremonial of the First Degree . The attendance was unfortunately not nearly so large as had been anticipated , an important political meeting having been appointed for the same evening , and regrets and apologies for absence were very numerous . The Chaplain of the lodge , Bro . the Rev . Canon Garry , desired special mention of his disappointment in not being able to occupy his position . Among
those present were Bros . U . H . Withenngton , S . W . ; F . Blackwell , J . VV . ; Chas . Stephens , P . M ., Prov . G . Treas . Berks and Bucks ; Robert Bradley , P . M ., Prov . Grand Sec . ; Charles Oades , P . M . ; Albert VV . Parry , Sec . ; John W . Martin , S . D . ; C . G . Hawkes , J . D . ; J . R . Hayward , Org . ; C . J . R . Steward , acting I . G . ; H . P . Knill , Bernard Ruddock , F . J . Wellman , G . S . Gait , W . G .
Millar , Henry Higgs , W . J . Maurice , and others . Visitors : Bros . James Stevens , P . M ., P . Z . ; Alexander Sellar , P . M . 414 ; T . P . Stevens , 1101 ; C . Slaughter , 1101 ; W . G . Flanagan , P . M . 1101 ; H . G . Sherwin , 1024 ; Walter Blackwell , 1024 ; R . H . Reilly , 2043 J F . J- Lawes , 2043 ; the Rev . J . D . Dunlap , Cambridge University Lodge ; John Miller , 723 , and others .
The Iodge was opened in due form , and the previous minutes having been read , and a report from the Permanent Committee received , the W . M . formally introduced Bro . Stevens to the meeting for the delivery of his lecture . After a few introductory remarks on the nature and object of his address , the lecturer proceeded to explain his views in relation to the form of ritual and ceremonial which had
been adopted for the general observance of the Craft at the formation of the United Grand Lodge in 1 S 13 , and in regular order , through the ceremonies of opening and initiation , pointed out the many divergencies from such original form which had arisen , more particularly during the past quarter of a century . For nearly two hours , without intermission , Bro . Stevens
rivetted the attention of his audience whilst giving most lucid explanations of , and reasons for , the numerous points in working , in respect of which a perfect understanding is necessary for a full appreciation of the " connection of the whole system of Freemasonry and the relative dependency of its several parts . " Most instructive in every respect , the lecturer could not fail to leave manv important points for
future consideration by his hearers , although it may be said that perfect agreement on all may not follow . Being purely such an address as can be only given when " close tyled , it should be heard by Freemasons wherever opportunity for its delivery may arise , and , judging from its reception on this occasion , and , as we are informed , on many former occasions , it should be the desire of every good working
lodge to learn from Bro . Stevens " the reason why " for much that they do and say in Masonic ceremonial . At the close of the lecture , on the proposition of the W . M ., seconded by Bro . Charles Stephens , P . M . and Prov . G . Treas ., a cordial vote of thanks , with complimentary remarks on the address he had given , was unanimously accorded to Bro . Stevens , who acknowledged the same in
suitable terms . _ Propositions for initiation having been made , and greetings exchanged , the lodge was closed in due form , with harmony , and the brethen adjourned to the Great Western Hotel , where supper had been prepared . A pleasant hour or two were passed in social converse , enlivened by song and recitation , before the brethren separated , well pleased with the Masonic work of the evening .
WOLVERHAMPTON . -Lodge of Honours ( No . 526 ) . —On Friday afternoon , the 13 th inst ., Bro . H . C . Owen was installed W . M . of this lodge in the lodge room at the Star and Garter Hotel . The ceremony was very effectively and ably performed by Bro . G . W . Walker , the retiring W . M . The W . M . having been formally raised to the chair of K . S ., he , in accordance with ancient custom , invested his officers as follows : Bros . G . VV . Walker
, I . P . M . ; George Baker , S . W . ; S . W . Page , J . W . j the Rev . Thomas Lloyd , P . G . C , Chap . ; C . A . Newnham , Ireas . ; W . E . Marsh , Sec . ; J . DunbarSteen , A . Sec . ; F . G . Lyddington , S . D . ; A . McBean , J . D . ; T . J . Barnett , D . C ; J . F . Chapman , Org . ; B . Beebee , I . G . ; J . Hyde , S . S . ; and T . H . Bayley , J . S . After the lodge was closed the installation banquet was served , and the usual Masonic toasts followed .
WOOLWICH . —Nelson Lodge ( No . 700 ) . — Bro . A . Sweeting , W . M . of the above prosperous lodge , commenced his year of office on Wednesday , the iSthinst ., at the Masonic Hall , William-street , and was supported by a goodly array of the members of the lodge and visiting brethren , among those present being Bros . C . Norman , P . M ., Sec . ; T . Butt , P . M ., Treas . ; J . WarrenP . M .:
, J . H . Roberts , P . M . ; T . Ovenden , P . M . ; J . Sanderson , S . W . ; R . Naylor , J . W . ; J . Swanson , S . D . ; J . Miller , l . G . ; W . Bidgood , Org . ; E . West , P . M . 1076 , P . P . G . J . D . Herts ; W . Rees , P . M . 913 ; G . Spinks , P . M . 915 , Provincial Grand Standard Bearer of Kent ; W , Moulds , W . M . 1536 ; W . Akers , W . M . 13 ; W . Maule ,
S . W . 1536 ; C . Canning , J . D . 1472 ; C . Wood , W . S . 1472 ; A . Knight , D . C . 1472 ; W . Turvey , 1472 ; H . King , 615 ; M . Kaul , 1472 ; T . J . Day , 1227 ; W . Harrison , 730 ; T . White , 723 ; W . Barnes , 13 ; and C . Jolly , 913 ( Freemason ) . The lodge having been opened and the minutes passed , Bro . Smith was passed , and Bros . Adams , Bidgood , and Carter were raised , the working being in every way worthy