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character of the catering at Radley ' s is so well known it is unnecessary to say more than that the dinner , wines , and service were alike excellent , and contrasted highly with the disgraceful state of things so much complained of in connection with "the great shams , " called dinners , provided at several of the new " Grand Hotels , " west and north of Temple-bar , where the Masonic dinners are of indifferent cjnality , very badly servedand the wines are shamefully bad and dear . Some
, thirty members of the lodgo and visitors enjoyed themselves thoroughly . Amongst the visitors were the esteemed secretary of the Masonic Girls' School , Bro . Patten , also Bros . Dr . O'Connor , Turner , and other well known members of the Craft . Tea and coffee were served about nine o ' clock .
LODGE or CONFIDENCE ( NO . 193 ) —The brethren of this lodge met at Anderton's Hotel , Fleet-street , on Monday , the 9 th inst . After Messrs . Pbilpott aud Reed had been initiated , and Bros . Lawrence and Bishop had been advanced to the degree by the W . M ., Bro . Webb proceeded to the installation of his successor in the Solomonic chair , Bro , Theodore Foulger , which ceremony he performed in a manner that evoked the commendations of every brother present . Labour ended ,
refreshment succeeded . In the course of the toasts , the AV . M ., in proposing "The Health of the I . P . M ., took the opportunity of presenting him , in the name of the lodge , with a magnificent P . M . 's jewel , -and congratulated him upon the admirable way in which he had fulfilled the duties of his office during his year of service . Several entertaining songs were sung by Bro . Charles Sloman and other vocal brethren , and an evening passed in conviviality concluded in fraternal affection .
AVniiriNGTON LODGE ( No . 862 ) . —A regular meeting of this lodge was held at 11 , Bedford-row , on Monday , the 16 th inst . Amongst the brethren present we observed Bro . T . J . Nix , AA . M . ; W . F . Smith , P . AI . 177 , as S . AV . ; H . A . Allman , as J . AV . ; J . G . Thompson , P . AI ., Treasurer .- H . W . Little , P . M ., Secretary ; AV . F . JSL Quilty , J . Brett , and AV . Hurstone , P . M . ' s ; L . Carle , I . G . ; C . Walker , A , Frickenhaus , etc . Visitor—Bro . Dodd , S . D . 119-1 . After the confirmation of the minutesMr . C .
, , Bergninmi was initiated . Agreeably to notice of motion given , it was proposed , seconded , and unanimously resolved , that the future meetings of the lodge be held at Anderton's Hotel , Fleetstreet . Several minor alterations in the by-laws consequent upon the contemplated removal were agreed to , and the bretliren separated .
ROTAL ALBERT LODGE ( NO . 907 ) . —This lodgo met on Monday , the 16 th inst ., at Freemasons' Hall , under the presidency of Bro- W . II . Farnfield , W . AL for tho current year , who was supported by his Wardens , Bros . C . Chard , S . W ., and N . J . Lewis , J . AA . The lodge having been opened in duo form , and tho minutes of the last regular meeting read and confirmed , Bros . C . Howson and J . Leary were passed to Fellow Crafts ; after which Bro . Sandall was raised to the third degree in
Freemasonry . A ballot having been taken on behalf of Mr . S . II . P . _ Moore , which , resulting in his favour , that gentleman received the benefits of initiation . The attention of tho lodgo was then directed to the fact that it bad been agreed upon to charge lodges meeting at Freemasons' Hall for the use of the rooms ' lit a tariff considered too hi gh by many of the brethren of the Royal Albert , and tin ' s , coupled with the fact that tho banquets
at the tavern have not ahvays given satisfaction , a committee was appointed to consider and report whether it would be advantageous to remove . Business concluded , the brethren adjourned to the banquet , and here , as is usual with No . 907 , were seated many visitors , among whom were Bros . A . Brvant , AA . AI . 192 ; J . G . Marsh , P . M . OS : Farnneli , 7-15 ; Strip , ' 7-19 ; Jenkins , 829 ; Thomas , 435 ; AV . Bryant , 192 ; and , Allinson , 256 . All the customary Aiasonic toasts received , a hearty response , and these having been interspersed with some excellent singing , the Tyler ' s toast brought a happy evening to its conclusion .
_ EL - ECTIC LODGE ( NO . 1 , 201 ) . —This lodge , established ' as the first practical attempt to separate Freemasonry from taverns or houses of public entertainment in London , was consecrated on Monday , the 16 th inst ., at Freemasons' Hall , hy Bro . Thomas Femi , Assist . G . Dir . of Cers . ( acting for the M . AV . G-. Master ) in the most perfect and impressive manner ; he was assisted by Bro . the Rev . AV . J . Skilton , M . A ., as Chaplain , who delivered a very beautiful and appropriate address on the nature and design of the institution . The musical arrangements were under the superintendence of Bro . John Lane , assisted by Bros .
Donald King , AVilkinson , and Robert Barnby . There were a number of distinguished visitors present , and the manner in which the ceremonies were conducted reflects the greatest credit and adds additional lustre to the highly distinguished brother who presided .
INSTRUCTION . CONFIDENCE LODGE ( SO . 193 ) . —A crowded meeting of the members of this lodge of instruction was held at the Sugar Loaf Tavern , St . Alary Axe , on Wednesday , the llth inst ., for the purpose of witnessing the ceremony of consecration , which was performed by Bro . R . W . Little , P . AI . 975 , assisted by Bros . Brett , Wi-enii , Gottheil , Xewton , aud other eminent P . M . ' s . In
addition to tho oration in the course of the ceremony , Bro . Little , after the concluding benediction , addressed the brethren at some length upon the nature and derivation of certain customs observed in consecrating Masonic lodges , -and from whieh address wo make the following extract : —" AA ' e have met to rehearse one of tho most interesting and instructive ceremonies of Freemasonryviz . the rite of consecrationand a few remarks ,
, , , therefore , upon the orig in of this and similar inaugural solemnities may not bo inappropriate upon the present occasion . Many of the customs of our Fraternity may be traced to the mystic rites of the ancients , aud notably to those of the Egyptians . The practice of circumambulating the altar or sacred place always formed a part of their religious ceremonies , and wo learn from historical records that in Greece the priest
and tlie people walked thrice in procession round the altar during the sacrifice , singing hymns in praise of their deities . The use of incense may clearly be traced to tho Jewish priesthood on scriptural authority ; and the dedication of our lodges to the service of the Most High is doubtless founded upon the solemn dedication of the Holy Temple hy King Solomon . And when we reflect upon tbe sublime teachings of our Order , and remember that iu the darkest ages it has ever been the chosen asylum of truth and virtue , we shall cease to wonder that its
ceremonies are so deeply tinged with the spirit of rational devotion . In the select circles of the Alasonic body , from remotest time , tho grand doctrine of belief in a Supreme and Superintending Power has ever been impressively inculcated by a symbolism as pure as it is beautiful ; and the hope of immortality has been fondly cherished as the bright inheritance of the human race , by om- ancient bretliren when mankind iu general lay prostrate under the degrading sway of superstition
and ( idolatry . AA ' e have great privileges as Freemasons , and we owe most ot' them to the heroic conduct of the faithful few who , amidst the fire of persecution , have ever shown that the principles of Freemasonry , when sown in congenial minds , render the spirit of man superior to the frowns of fortune , and even to the terrors of death itself . It is true that iu this age of enlightenmentand more especiallin this land of freedomwe have little
, y , to fear from the shafts of malice or the open rancour of persecution ; but should the time of trouble ever return , I feel convinced that brethren -as true and faithful as the men of old would still be found ready to uphold the truths of Fremasoiiry and to proclaim its principles as boldly in the storm as iu the sunshine . " Bro . Little concluded by expatiating upon the duties of Masons , and staled that the greatest care ought to be
exercised in the admission of candidates into the Order : a course of caution which had the sanction and approval of every rightminded brother . The installation ceremony was then ably worked hy Bro . Gottheil , who installed Bro . liei-gor as W . AI . for the ensuing year . A cordial vote of thanks and the rank of an honorary member were awarded to Bro . Little , who was refpiested to perform tho consecration ceremony again on the loth January , 1868 . The fifteen sections will be worked on the 1 st proximo .
Provincial.
PROVINCIAL .
ESSEX . COLCHESTER . — United Lodge ( No . 697 ) . —This lodge held its regular monthly meeting , in the George Hotel , on Wednesday , the llth inst ., at seven p . m . Present : —Bros . Sutherland . P . M ., W . AL pro lem-, in the chair ; C . Carnegie , I . P . AI . ; Wolverson , S . AV . ; Newman , J . W . ; Palmer . S . D . " ; Ray , J . D . ; Csvlthorpe , I . G . j Eustace , Conyard , Eigley , King , Shaw , Iiix , aud Tarleton . Visiting brethren : —Bros . Donnolly , SOS ( E . C ) , and J . Black , 50 ( I . C . ) . The lodge Was opened in due form in the first
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Metropolitan.
character of the catering at Radley ' s is so well known it is unnecessary to say more than that the dinner , wines , and service were alike excellent , and contrasted highly with the disgraceful state of things so much complained of in connection with "the great shams , " called dinners , provided at several of the new " Grand Hotels , " west and north of Temple-bar , where the Masonic dinners are of indifferent cjnality , very badly servedand the wines are shamefully bad and dear . Some
, thirty members of the lodgo and visitors enjoyed themselves thoroughly . Amongst the visitors were the esteemed secretary of the Masonic Girls' School , Bro . Patten , also Bros . Dr . O'Connor , Turner , and other well known members of the Craft . Tea and coffee were served about nine o ' clock .
LODGE or CONFIDENCE ( NO . 193 ) —The brethren of this lodge met at Anderton's Hotel , Fleet-street , on Monday , the 9 th inst . After Messrs . Pbilpott aud Reed had been initiated , and Bros . Lawrence and Bishop had been advanced to the degree by the W . M ., Bro . Webb proceeded to the installation of his successor in the Solomonic chair , Bro , Theodore Foulger , which ceremony he performed in a manner that evoked the commendations of every brother present . Labour ended ,
refreshment succeeded . In the course of the toasts , the AV . M ., in proposing "The Health of the I . P . M ., took the opportunity of presenting him , in the name of the lodge , with a magnificent P . M . 's jewel , -and congratulated him upon the admirable way in which he had fulfilled the duties of his office during his year of service . Several entertaining songs were sung by Bro . Charles Sloman and other vocal brethren , and an evening passed in conviviality concluded in fraternal affection .
AVniiriNGTON LODGE ( No . 862 ) . —A regular meeting of this lodge was held at 11 , Bedford-row , on Monday , the 16 th inst . Amongst the brethren present we observed Bro . T . J . Nix , AA . M . ; W . F . Smith , P . AI . 177 , as S . AV . ; H . A . Allman , as J . AV . ; J . G . Thompson , P . AI ., Treasurer .- H . W . Little , P . M ., Secretary ; AV . F . JSL Quilty , J . Brett , and AV . Hurstone , P . M . ' s ; L . Carle , I . G . ; C . Walker , A , Frickenhaus , etc . Visitor—Bro . Dodd , S . D . 119-1 . After the confirmation of the minutesMr . C .
, , Bergninmi was initiated . Agreeably to notice of motion given , it was proposed , seconded , and unanimously resolved , that the future meetings of the lodge be held at Anderton's Hotel , Fleetstreet . Several minor alterations in the by-laws consequent upon the contemplated removal were agreed to , and the bretliren separated .
ROTAL ALBERT LODGE ( NO . 907 ) . —This lodgo met on Monday , the 16 th inst ., at Freemasons' Hall , under the presidency of Bro- W . II . Farnfield , W . AL for tho current year , who was supported by his Wardens , Bros . C . Chard , S . W ., and N . J . Lewis , J . AA . The lodge having been opened in duo form , and tho minutes of the last regular meeting read and confirmed , Bros . C . Howson and J . Leary were passed to Fellow Crafts ; after which Bro . Sandall was raised to the third degree in
Freemasonry . A ballot having been taken on behalf of Mr . S . II . P . _ Moore , which , resulting in his favour , that gentleman received the benefits of initiation . The attention of tho lodgo was then directed to the fact that it bad been agreed upon to charge lodges meeting at Freemasons' Hall for the use of the rooms ' lit a tariff considered too hi gh by many of the brethren of the Royal Albert , and tin ' s , coupled with the fact that tho banquets
at the tavern have not ahvays given satisfaction , a committee was appointed to consider and report whether it would be advantageous to remove . Business concluded , the brethren adjourned to the banquet , and here , as is usual with No . 907 , were seated many visitors , among whom were Bros . A . Brvant , AA . AI . 192 ; J . G . Marsh , P . M . OS : Farnneli , 7-15 ; Strip , ' 7-19 ; Jenkins , 829 ; Thomas , 435 ; AV . Bryant , 192 ; and , Allinson , 256 . All the customary Aiasonic toasts received , a hearty response , and these having been interspersed with some excellent singing , the Tyler ' s toast brought a happy evening to its conclusion .
_ EL - ECTIC LODGE ( NO . 1 , 201 ) . —This lodge , established ' as the first practical attempt to separate Freemasonry from taverns or houses of public entertainment in London , was consecrated on Monday , the 16 th inst ., at Freemasons' Hall , hy Bro . Thomas Femi , Assist . G . Dir . of Cers . ( acting for the M . AV . G-. Master ) in the most perfect and impressive manner ; he was assisted by Bro . the Rev . AV . J . Skilton , M . A ., as Chaplain , who delivered a very beautiful and appropriate address on the nature and design of the institution . The musical arrangements were under the superintendence of Bro . John Lane , assisted by Bros .
Donald King , AVilkinson , and Robert Barnby . There were a number of distinguished visitors present , and the manner in which the ceremonies were conducted reflects the greatest credit and adds additional lustre to the highly distinguished brother who presided .
INSTRUCTION . CONFIDENCE LODGE ( SO . 193 ) . —A crowded meeting of the members of this lodge of instruction was held at the Sugar Loaf Tavern , St . Alary Axe , on Wednesday , the llth inst ., for the purpose of witnessing the ceremony of consecration , which was performed by Bro . R . W . Little , P . AI . 975 , assisted by Bros . Brett , Wi-enii , Gottheil , Xewton , aud other eminent P . M . ' s . In
addition to tho oration in the course of the ceremony , Bro . Little , after the concluding benediction , addressed the brethren at some length upon the nature and derivation of certain customs observed in consecrating Masonic lodges , -and from whieh address wo make the following extract : —" AA ' e have met to rehearse one of tho most interesting and instructive ceremonies of Freemasonryviz . the rite of consecrationand a few remarks ,
, , , therefore , upon the orig in of this and similar inaugural solemnities may not bo inappropriate upon the present occasion . Many of the customs of our Fraternity may be traced to the mystic rites of the ancients , aud notably to those of the Egyptians . The practice of circumambulating the altar or sacred place always formed a part of their religious ceremonies , and wo learn from historical records that in Greece the priest
and tlie people walked thrice in procession round the altar during the sacrifice , singing hymns in praise of their deities . The use of incense may clearly be traced to tho Jewish priesthood on scriptural authority ; and the dedication of our lodges to the service of the Most High is doubtless founded upon the solemn dedication of the Holy Temple hy King Solomon . And when we reflect upon tbe sublime teachings of our Order , and remember that iu the darkest ages it has ever been the chosen asylum of truth and virtue , we shall cease to wonder that its
ceremonies are so deeply tinged with the spirit of rational devotion . In the select circles of the Alasonic body , from remotest time , tho grand doctrine of belief in a Supreme and Superintending Power has ever been impressively inculcated by a symbolism as pure as it is beautiful ; and the hope of immortality has been fondly cherished as the bright inheritance of the human race , by om- ancient bretliren when mankind iu general lay prostrate under the degrading sway of superstition
and ( idolatry . AA ' e have great privileges as Freemasons , and we owe most ot' them to the heroic conduct of the faithful few who , amidst the fire of persecution , have ever shown that the principles of Freemasonry , when sown in congenial minds , render the spirit of man superior to the frowns of fortune , and even to the terrors of death itself . It is true that iu this age of enlightenmentand more especiallin this land of freedomwe have little
, y , to fear from the shafts of malice or the open rancour of persecution ; but should the time of trouble ever return , I feel convinced that brethren -as true and faithful as the men of old would still be found ready to uphold the truths of Fremasoiiry and to proclaim its principles as boldly in the storm as iu the sunshine . " Bro . Little concluded by expatiating upon the duties of Masons , and staled that the greatest care ought to be
exercised in the admission of candidates into the Order : a course of caution which had the sanction and approval of every rightminded brother . The installation ceremony was then ably worked hy Bro . Gottheil , who installed Bro . liei-gor as W . AI . for the ensuing year . A cordial vote of thanks and the rank of an honorary member were awarded to Bro . Little , who was refpiested to perform tho consecration ceremony again on the loth January , 1868 . The fifteen sections will be worked on the 1 st proximo .
Provincial.
PROVINCIAL .
ESSEX . COLCHESTER . — United Lodge ( No . 697 ) . —This lodge held its regular monthly meeting , in the George Hotel , on Wednesday , the llth inst ., at seven p . m . Present : —Bros . Sutherland . P . M ., W . AL pro lem-, in the chair ; C . Carnegie , I . P . AI . ; Wolverson , S . AV . ; Newman , J . W . ; Palmer . S . D . " ; Ray , J . D . ; Csvlthorpe , I . G . j Eustace , Conyard , Eigley , King , Shaw , Iiix , aud Tarleton . Visiting brethren : —Bros . Donnolly , SOS ( E . C ) , and J . Black , 50 ( I . C . ) . The lodge Was opened in due form in the first