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The Masonic Mirror.
and so must his , but he woidd say in conclusion—may brotherly love , relief , and truth abound both for their ow-n honour ancl tho promotion of the mission of their great Master on earth , aud so fulfil his will and promote his glory . ( Cheers ) . Several other toasts were given , and the evening was spent in a most harmonious manner , assisted by the vocal and instrumental abilities of Bros . AVoolktns , Davis , Amos and Maddiek .
PHCESIX LODGE ( No . 202 ) . —The last mooting of the year of this Lodge was held at tho Freemasons' Tavern , on Saturday last , Bro . Williams presiding . Owing to the absence of candidates for advancement , the business was purely formal , and tho brethren adjourned at an early hour to refreshment , and after hours wore much enlivened by the exertions of Bros . Genge , T . Distiu , and Wcekes , who gave some beautiful glees with good effect ; nor were the amateurs , with Bro . P . M . "Webber as their chief , wanting in their endeavours to please .
DOMATIC LODGE ( No . 206 ) . —The anniversary meeting of this Lodge was held on Monday evening , Dec . 12 th , at the Masonic Hall , Fetter-Lure ; Bro . Robert Baker , W . M . ; Bro . Hayden , S . W . ; and Bro . Moore , J . W . The minutes having been read , Bros . Thome and Knight were most impressively raised to the sublime degree of M . M ., and afterwards Bro . Taylor was passed to the second degree . Mr . Clement Brown was then introduced , ancl in due form initiated into the privileges and mysteries of antient Freemasonry . The next business ivas tho installation
of Bro . Hayclon as W . M . of this Lodge , in the presence of a numerous body of the brethren and members : Amongst the latter were Bros . Adlard , P . Asst . G . Dir . of Cers . for Essex , and P . M . of No . 7 ; Ernest , P . G . Dir . of Cera , for Kent ; Coliard , P . M ., No . 168 ; Larbourg , P . M ., No . 281 ; Stacey , AV . M ., No . 211 ; Wade , No . 318 ; Fraser , ( Scone and Perth ) , No . 3 ; Avery , S . W ., No . 902 ; Earle , Confidence , No . 228 ; HarrisonNo . 52 ; QuelchS . D . No 002 StGeorgeAVMNo 219
, , , . ; . , .., . ; Dickie , S . AV ., No . 53 ; Jones , P . M ., No . 183 ; Howell , No . 1 S 3 ; Alexander , No . -223 ; Poller , P . M ., No . 11 ; J . R . AVan-en , P . M .. No . 1022 , & c . Bro . Brett , P . M ., having taken the chair , Bro . Haydon , AV . M . elect was , in a most impressive manner , installed into the chair of King Solomon , and the customary salutes having been given by the brethren , the AV . it proceeded to appoint his Officers , as follows : —Bro . Moore . S . AV . ; Bro . Kussen , J . AV . ; Bro . AVilson , S . D . ; Bro . Forge , J . D . ; and Bro . H . Thomp-The Lod
son , I . G . ge was then closed , and the brethren adjourned to banquet , to which eighty sat down . The AV . M . gave the loyal and Masonic toasts , Bro . Smith , P . M . aud Treasurer , returning thanks for the Grand Officers . The AV . M ., in proposing the health of the visitors , said it was always a toast most agreeable to give in the Domatic Lodge , and he felt highly honoured that night by the presence of some of the most distinguished members of the CraftIt would be to
. unnecessary go over their names in detail , but should give them the toast , coupling with it the name of Bro . Aclhml . Bro . Adlard said he thought bo might speak not only for himself but the rest of the visitors , and say how highly pleased they were with their reception there that evening , ancl from what he saw of it he was always able to speak of the Domatic Lodge in the highest terms , Bro . Coliard , P . M . , said he was delighted in visiting the Domatic Lodge , which had produced some of the greatest
luminaries in l < reemasonry . From what ho knew of their AV . M .. and from what he had seen of him in Lodges of Instruction , in his performances of the ceremonies , aud his knowledge of the Alasonic ritual , he felt assured that he would prove a most excellent Master of that Lodgo . He also wished to allude to the talent displayed by their P . M ., Bro . Brett , in his installing their AA ' . M . into the chair , which must have giveu great satisfaction to every one who witnessed it , and not the less reflected credit upon himself . BroPotterPMalso acknowledged the
. , .., honour conferred upon them . Bro . Robt . Baker , immediate P . M ., proposed " The health of their AV . M ., " wishing him long life , health , and prosperity . The AV . M . said he was desirous of taking the earliest opportunity of saying how much he was obliged to them , and of relieving himself of a burden which almost pressed him down , for the very flattering encomiums passed upon him b y Bro . Coliard , which he really did not deserve . Ho had not entered upon the office of AV . AI . of that Lodwithout full
ge being y impressed with the responsibility of its duties ; and felt bound to acknowledge thc excellent rendering of that ceremony by Bro . Brett , believing that few could equal him , and not many excel him . He was not going to say that he would clo this or that , or perhaps as much as might be expected of him as to a solemnity of manner , but he could assure them , iu all the essential particulars of Freemasonry , they would not find him wantingThe AVMnext " The PMsof
. .. gave ., the Domatic Lodge , " for whieh Bro . Smith , P . M . and Treasurer , returned thanks , regretting the absence of Bro . Carpenter , who usually undertook that duty . The AV . AI . said he had now a special toast to propose , which required special attention at their hand , which was " The health of Bro . Baker , " and he wished to state to tho visitors who that night honoured them with their presence , that the brethren of the Domatic Lodge , to mark their sense of Bro . Baker ' s services , had voted him a jewel , which it was their dut
pleasing y to present to him for his painstaking attention during his year of office . It bore an inscription , which he could readily endorse , and it ran thus : — " Presented by the Domatic Lodge , No . 200 , to Bro . Robert Baker , . P . M ., in testimony of their esteem , evincing the high sense they entertain of his distinguished and efficient services rendered to the Lodge during his year of mastership . 12 th December , 1859 . " That was the testimony the brethren had stamped upon the jewel ; but lie hoped it ivould bo stamped deeper still upon his heart , In placing
tho jewel upon his breast , ho trusted he would ever remember tho occasion with pride , ancl that he might be blessed with long life to wear it . Bro . It . Baker said ho felt considerable embarrassment in his inability to find words which should adequately convey his feelings for the kindness the brethren of the Domatic Lodge had shown to him . For the jewel they had that night placed on his breast , he heartily thanked them , and trusted he should never wear it one moment longer than while he acted in a manner which should be no disgrace to
Freemasonry . He . thanked them most cordially for tho honour which they had conferred upon him . Tho AV . M . next gave " The Officers of the Lodge , " for which Bro . Moore , S . AV , responded ; and afterwards "The Treasurer and Secretary of the Lodge , Bros . Smith aud Elme , " for which they severally returned thanks . Several other toasts were given , and the evening was most agreeably spent , being diversified by some excellent singing by Bros . Beckett , AVestou , Hart , and others .
PEKCV LODQI . ( NO . 23-1 ) . —At the usual monthly meeting held at the Ship and Turtle , Leadenhall-street , the 13 th Dec ., the AV . M . Bro . Tyerman very ably raised a brother to the third degree , passed three brethren to the second degree , and initiated a gentleman into the Order ; after which the election of AVorshipful Master took place , when Bro . J . R . AVarren , S . AA ., was elected for the-ensuing year ; Bro . Thorn , P . M ., the highly esteemed father of the Lodge , reelected Treasurer , and the veteran "Rice , Tyler . After a superb banquet and very pleasant evening the brethren separated at an early hour .
LODGE OF UNITED STRENGTH ( NO . 276 ) . —At a meeting of the above Lodge , on the 13 th instant , Bro . J . N . Frost , the J . AV ,, was elected AV . M . for tho ensuing year . ROYAL UNION LODGE ( NO . 536 ) . —At the regular meeting , held on AVedncsday , December 7 th , at the AVhite Horse Hotel , Uxbridge , Bro . Joseph AVright , AV . M ., in the chair , Bro . Alfred Pratt , S . AV . ; Bro . J . B . Newall as J . AA . Mr . Richard Gurney was initiated into Masonry . A
, ballot was taken for Bro . Wm . Smith , of No . 38 , which proving unanimous , he was elected as a joining member . Bro . Alfred Pratt wasunanimously elected AVorshipful Master for the year ensuing , and Bro . Fassanidge was reelected Treasurer of the Lodge . The business ended , the brethren adjourned to a slight repast , and separated at half-past nine .
AVIXLINGTON LODGE ( NO . 805 ) . — -The monthly meeting of this Lodge was holden on Tuesday evening , December 13 th , at the Lord Duncan , Broadway , Deptford , Bro . Bailey , P . M . ( in consequence ' of the indisposition of Bro . AVadeson , AV . M . ) , presided ; Bro . Ouden , S . AV . ; and Bro . Bennett ( pro tern . ) J . AA ' . The Lodge having been opened in due form , Bros . Pearce , Tee , aud Smith ( the latter a man of colour ) were raised to tho sublime degree of Master Mason , after which Bros . AVilton ancl Lcasl * were passed to the second degreeThe next business ivas the
. . election of AA orsbipful Master for the ensuing year , ancl the votes beingunanimous , Bro . Ouden , S . AV , was elected to that office ; Bro . Hobbs was reelected Treasurer for tho ensuing year . On the motion of Bro . Bailey , P . M ., it was resolved that a jewel of the value of five guineas be presented to Bro . AVadeson , at the next Lodge , as a testimonial of the respect the brethren entertain towards him for his courteous conduct ancl his services as AVorshipful Master during his year of office . It being
intimated by Bro . Prowso , the Hon . Sec , that in consequence of his professional duties at Greenwich Hospital , he was compelled to resign his office as Secretary of tho Lodge , on the motion of Bro . Simmons , P . M ., it was agreed that a jewel of the value of three guineas should be presented to him on his retirement , with a suitable inscription expressing the feelings of respect entertained towards him by tho Lodge . The Lodge was then closed , about forty of the brethren sat down to supper , and the evening was passed in complete harmony and good will ,
INSTRUCTION . ATiSVAL 1--J 5 ST 1 VAL OP TllJ-i LODGE OF I'KO . SPEm ' -T . ( NO . 78 ) . Tire annual festival of this , which may be called par excellence , the Hebrew Lodge of Instruction , held its annual meeting on Thursday , Dec . Sthat the AVhite Hart TavernBishopsgate-streetBro . Henry
, , , Isaacs , P . M . of No . 217 , aud Prov . G . Org . for Herts , presiding as AV . M . ; Bro . Jer . Isaacs , P . M ., No . 247 , as S . AV . ; ancl Bro . A . Sydney , as J . W . ; there being also a large attendance of the brethren . The first four sections ol ! the second degree were most ably vs-ovked , the questions being put by thc AV . M ., and the replies given by Bros . Sydney , Abrahams , D . Marks , and S . AVatts . Several joining members were elected , and the . brethren adjourned shortly before eight o ' clock from
labour to refreshment—a most recherche dinner admirably put upon the table by Bro . Morris , who personally superintended the arrangements for the comfort of the brethren . On the removal of the cloth , The AV . M . rose to propose the health of her Majesty , which was never more cordially received than amongst Masons . From the earliest period of time their assemblages had been patronised by the most distinguished of sovereigns , and if they had not now a royal head , he believed it was
from the accident of sex ; but if that accident had prevented her Majesty becoming a Mason , it had not prevented her becoming a liberal patroness of the Masonic charities , lie gave then " The Queen anil the Craft , "' ( Applause ) .
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The Masonic Mirror.
and so must his , but he woidd say in conclusion—may brotherly love , relief , and truth abound both for their ow-n honour ancl tho promotion of the mission of their great Master on earth , aud so fulfil his will and promote his glory . ( Cheers ) . Several other toasts were given , and the evening was spent in a most harmonious manner , assisted by the vocal and instrumental abilities of Bros . AVoolktns , Davis , Amos and Maddiek .
PHCESIX LODGE ( No . 202 ) . —The last mooting of the year of this Lodge was held at tho Freemasons' Tavern , on Saturday last , Bro . Williams presiding . Owing to the absence of candidates for advancement , the business was purely formal , and tho brethren adjourned at an early hour to refreshment , and after hours wore much enlivened by the exertions of Bros . Genge , T . Distiu , and Wcekes , who gave some beautiful glees with good effect ; nor were the amateurs , with Bro . P . M . "Webber as their chief , wanting in their endeavours to please .
DOMATIC LODGE ( No . 206 ) . —The anniversary meeting of this Lodge was held on Monday evening , Dec . 12 th , at the Masonic Hall , Fetter-Lure ; Bro . Robert Baker , W . M . ; Bro . Hayden , S . W . ; and Bro . Moore , J . W . The minutes having been read , Bros . Thome and Knight were most impressively raised to the sublime degree of M . M ., and afterwards Bro . Taylor was passed to the second degree . Mr . Clement Brown was then introduced , ancl in due form initiated into the privileges and mysteries of antient Freemasonry . The next business ivas tho installation
of Bro . Hayclon as W . M . of this Lodge , in the presence of a numerous body of the brethren and members : Amongst the latter were Bros . Adlard , P . Asst . G . Dir . of Cers . for Essex , and P . M . of No . 7 ; Ernest , P . G . Dir . of Cera , for Kent ; Coliard , P . M ., No . 168 ; Larbourg , P . M ., No . 281 ; Stacey , AV . M ., No . 211 ; Wade , No . 318 ; Fraser , ( Scone and Perth ) , No . 3 ; Avery , S . W ., No . 902 ; Earle , Confidence , No . 228 ; HarrisonNo . 52 ; QuelchS . D . No 002 StGeorgeAVMNo 219
, , , . ; . , .., . ; Dickie , S . AV ., No . 53 ; Jones , P . M ., No . 183 ; Howell , No . 1 S 3 ; Alexander , No . -223 ; Poller , P . M ., No . 11 ; J . R . AVan-en , P . M .. No . 1022 , & c . Bro . Brett , P . M ., having taken the chair , Bro . Haydon , AV . M . elect was , in a most impressive manner , installed into the chair of King Solomon , and the customary salutes having been given by the brethren , the AV . it proceeded to appoint his Officers , as follows : —Bro . Moore . S . AV . ; Bro . Kussen , J . AV . ; Bro . AVilson , S . D . ; Bro . Forge , J . D . ; and Bro . H . Thomp-The Lod
son , I . G . ge was then closed , and the brethren adjourned to banquet , to which eighty sat down . The AV . M . gave the loyal and Masonic toasts , Bro . Smith , P . M . aud Treasurer , returning thanks for the Grand Officers . The AV . M ., in proposing the health of the visitors , said it was always a toast most agreeable to give in the Domatic Lodge , and he felt highly honoured that night by the presence of some of the most distinguished members of the CraftIt would be to
. unnecessary go over their names in detail , but should give them the toast , coupling with it the name of Bro . Aclhml . Bro . Adlard said he thought bo might speak not only for himself but the rest of the visitors , and say how highly pleased they were with their reception there that evening , ancl from what he saw of it he was always able to speak of the Domatic Lodge in the highest terms , Bro . Coliard , P . M . , said he was delighted in visiting the Domatic Lodge , which had produced some of the greatest
luminaries in l < reemasonry . From what ho knew of their AV . M .. and from what he had seen of him in Lodges of Instruction , in his performances of the ceremonies , aud his knowledge of the Alasonic ritual , he felt assured that he would prove a most excellent Master of that Lodgo . He also wished to allude to the talent displayed by their P . M ., Bro . Brett , in his installing their AA ' . M . into the chair , which must have giveu great satisfaction to every one who witnessed it , and not the less reflected credit upon himself . BroPotterPMalso acknowledged the
. , .., honour conferred upon them . Bro . Robt . Baker , immediate P . M ., proposed " The health of their AV . M ., " wishing him long life , health , and prosperity . The AV . M . said he was desirous of taking the earliest opportunity of saying how much he was obliged to them , and of relieving himself of a burden which almost pressed him down , for the very flattering encomiums passed upon him b y Bro . Coliard , which he really did not deserve . Ho had not entered upon the office of AV . AI . of that Lodwithout full
ge being y impressed with the responsibility of its duties ; and felt bound to acknowledge thc excellent rendering of that ceremony by Bro . Brett , believing that few could equal him , and not many excel him . He was not going to say that he would clo this or that , or perhaps as much as might be expected of him as to a solemnity of manner , but he could assure them , iu all the essential particulars of Freemasonry , they would not find him wantingThe AVMnext " The PMsof
. .. gave ., the Domatic Lodge , " for whieh Bro . Smith , P . M . and Treasurer , returned thanks , regretting the absence of Bro . Carpenter , who usually undertook that duty . The AV . AI . said he had now a special toast to propose , which required special attention at their hand , which was " The health of Bro . Baker , " and he wished to state to tho visitors who that night honoured them with their presence , that the brethren of the Domatic Lodge , to mark their sense of Bro . Baker ' s services , had voted him a jewel , which it was their dut
pleasing y to present to him for his painstaking attention during his year of office . It bore an inscription , which he could readily endorse , and it ran thus : — " Presented by the Domatic Lodge , No . 200 , to Bro . Robert Baker , . P . M ., in testimony of their esteem , evincing the high sense they entertain of his distinguished and efficient services rendered to the Lodge during his year of mastership . 12 th December , 1859 . " That was the testimony the brethren had stamped upon the jewel ; but lie hoped it ivould bo stamped deeper still upon his heart , In placing
tho jewel upon his breast , ho trusted he would ever remember tho occasion with pride , ancl that he might be blessed with long life to wear it . Bro . It . Baker said ho felt considerable embarrassment in his inability to find words which should adequately convey his feelings for the kindness the brethren of the Domatic Lodge had shown to him . For the jewel they had that night placed on his breast , he heartily thanked them , and trusted he should never wear it one moment longer than while he acted in a manner which should be no disgrace to
Freemasonry . He . thanked them most cordially for tho honour which they had conferred upon him . Tho AV . M . next gave " The Officers of the Lodge , " for which Bro . Moore , S . AV , responded ; and afterwards "The Treasurer and Secretary of the Lodge , Bros . Smith aud Elme , " for which they severally returned thanks . Several other toasts were given , and the evening was most agreeably spent , being diversified by some excellent singing by Bros . Beckett , AVestou , Hart , and others .
PEKCV LODQI . ( NO . 23-1 ) . —At the usual monthly meeting held at the Ship and Turtle , Leadenhall-street , the 13 th Dec ., the AV . M . Bro . Tyerman very ably raised a brother to the third degree , passed three brethren to the second degree , and initiated a gentleman into the Order ; after which the election of AVorshipful Master took place , when Bro . J . R . AVarren , S . AA ., was elected for the-ensuing year ; Bro . Thorn , P . M ., the highly esteemed father of the Lodge , reelected Treasurer , and the veteran "Rice , Tyler . After a superb banquet and very pleasant evening the brethren separated at an early hour .
LODGE OF UNITED STRENGTH ( NO . 276 ) . —At a meeting of the above Lodge , on the 13 th instant , Bro . J . N . Frost , the J . AV ,, was elected AV . M . for tho ensuing year . ROYAL UNION LODGE ( NO . 536 ) . —At the regular meeting , held on AVedncsday , December 7 th , at the AVhite Horse Hotel , Uxbridge , Bro . Joseph AVright , AV . M ., in the chair , Bro . Alfred Pratt , S . AV . ; Bro . J . B . Newall as J . AA . Mr . Richard Gurney was initiated into Masonry . A
, ballot was taken for Bro . Wm . Smith , of No . 38 , which proving unanimous , he was elected as a joining member . Bro . Alfred Pratt wasunanimously elected AVorshipful Master for the year ensuing , and Bro . Fassanidge was reelected Treasurer of the Lodge . The business ended , the brethren adjourned to a slight repast , and separated at half-past nine .
AVIXLINGTON LODGE ( NO . 805 ) . — -The monthly meeting of this Lodge was holden on Tuesday evening , December 13 th , at the Lord Duncan , Broadway , Deptford , Bro . Bailey , P . M . ( in consequence ' of the indisposition of Bro . AVadeson , AV . M . ) , presided ; Bro . Ouden , S . AV . ; and Bro . Bennett ( pro tern . ) J . AA ' . The Lodge having been opened in due form , Bros . Pearce , Tee , aud Smith ( the latter a man of colour ) were raised to tho sublime degree of Master Mason , after which Bros . AVilton ancl Lcasl * were passed to the second degreeThe next business ivas the
. . election of AA orsbipful Master for the ensuing year , ancl the votes beingunanimous , Bro . Ouden , S . AV , was elected to that office ; Bro . Hobbs was reelected Treasurer for tho ensuing year . On the motion of Bro . Bailey , P . M ., it was resolved that a jewel of the value of five guineas be presented to Bro . AVadeson , at the next Lodge , as a testimonial of the respect the brethren entertain towards him for his courteous conduct ancl his services as AVorshipful Master during his year of office . It being
intimated by Bro . Prowso , the Hon . Sec , that in consequence of his professional duties at Greenwich Hospital , he was compelled to resign his office as Secretary of tho Lodge , on the motion of Bro . Simmons , P . M ., it was agreed that a jewel of the value of three guineas should be presented to him on his retirement , with a suitable inscription expressing the feelings of respect entertained towards him by tho Lodge . The Lodge was then closed , about forty of the brethren sat down to supper , and the evening was passed in complete harmony and good will ,
INSTRUCTION . ATiSVAL 1--J 5 ST 1 VAL OP TllJ-i LODGE OF I'KO . SPEm ' -T . ( NO . 78 ) . Tire annual festival of this , which may be called par excellence , the Hebrew Lodge of Instruction , held its annual meeting on Thursday , Dec . Sthat the AVhite Hart TavernBishopsgate-streetBro . Henry
, , , Isaacs , P . M . of No . 217 , aud Prov . G . Org . for Herts , presiding as AV . M . ; Bro . Jer . Isaacs , P . M ., No . 247 , as S . AV . ; ancl Bro . A . Sydney , as J . W . ; there being also a large attendance of the brethren . The first four sections ol ! the second degree were most ably vs-ovked , the questions being put by thc AV . M ., and the replies given by Bros . Sydney , Abrahams , D . Marks , and S . AVatts . Several joining members were elected , and the . brethren adjourned shortly before eight o ' clock from
labour to refreshment—a most recherche dinner admirably put upon the table by Bro . Morris , who personally superintended the arrangements for the comfort of the brethren . On the removal of the cloth , The AV . M . rose to propose the health of her Majesty , which was never more cordially received than amongst Masons . From the earliest period of time their assemblages had been patronised by the most distinguished of sovereigns , and if they had not now a royal head , he believed it was
from the accident of sex ; but if that accident had prevented her Majesty becoming a Mason , it had not prevented her becoming a liberal patroness of the Masonic charities , lie gave then " The Queen anil the Craft , "' ( Applause ) .