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NOTICES OF MEETINGS .
Northumberland and Berwick-upon-Tweed Lodge of M .. M . M . —The regular meeting of this Timo Immemorial Lodge was held on AVednesday , the 23 rd ult ., at the Masonic Hall , Maplestreet , Newcastle-on-Tyne . The chair was taken by tho W . M . Bro . W . C . Franklin Prov . G . Sup . of Works , supported by tho following Officers : —Bros . W . T . Hughes Prov . G . S . W . I . P . M ., W . Cockbnrn
S . W ., Dr . Luke Armstrong J . W ., T . Y . Armstrong M . O ., B . 1 . Armstrong S . O ., J . E . Eobson J . O ., Rev . S . H . Harris Chaplain , K . Lock Treas ., T . Halliday Eeg . of Marks , E . G . Salmon Sec . J . Blenkeusop S . D ., J . Wood J . D ., S . M . Harris I . G ., J . S . B . Bell , and J . Usher Stewards , G . S . Simms Tyler , also a large attendance of brethren , amongst whom were Bro . J . Ristlale ' P . M . and Yansow P . M . Tho
Lodge being opened nnd minutes confirmed , the W . M . rose and expressed his pleasure at having the Prov . G . S . W . a member of their Lodge , ami called on the brethren to salute him according to ancient form . This was accordingly done . The ballot was then taken for four brethren , and , proving favourable , they were duly advanced to
this honourable degree by the W . M ., in a most impressive manner , the Lodge being closed , the brethren adjourned to refreshment , when the usual Loyal and Masonic toasts were given . The health of tho W . M . and P . M . 's met with very cordial responses . Some capital harmony enhanced the evening ' s enjoyment , which the Tyler ' s toast brought to a close .
Egyptian Lodge of Instruction , No . 27 . —At the Hercules Tavern , Leadenhall-street , on Thursday evening last , at 7 . 30 . Bros . Maidwell W . M ., Aarons S . W ., Chapman J . W ., Webb Preceptor , Grammer Sec , Norden S . D ., Posener sen . J . D ., Posener jun . I . G . The ceremonies of the three degrees were rehearsed , Bro . Hill as candidate for the first , Bro . Grammer for the second , and Bro . W . J . Eawley for the third . The Lodge was then closed .
Strong Man Lodge of Instruction , Mo . 45 . —On Monday last , the 28 th January , at the Old Rodney's Head , 12 Old-street , Goswell-road . Present—Bros . Hallam W . M ., Moseley S . W ., Pearcy J . W ., Tolmie Preceptor , Fenner Sec , Patmore S . D ., Stock J . D ., Byott I . G ., Christopher Tyler ; also Bros . Halford , Parkinson , J . W . Smith , F . Sillis , Bnrtle , Wing , Elliston , Crawley , Trewinnard , Powell ,
Thompson , G . E . Cook , Millward , Banks , & c . Foi'malities complied with , the ceremony of initiation was well rehearsed by the W . M ., Bro . Wing candidate . The W . M . vacated the chair in favour of Bro . Halford , and the Lodgo was opened in the second degree . Bro . Burtle answered the usual questions leading to the third degree , and was entrusted . Lodgo was opened in the third degree , and tho ceremony of raising was rehearsed by the W . M ,. in a very impressive
manner . Bro . Hallam again took the chair . The Lodge was resnmed to the first degree , and Bro . Stock worked the first , and Bro . Pearcy the second sections of the lecture , assisted by the brethren . Bro . J . H . Patmore , of tho United Strength , No . 228 , was elected a member . Bro . Moseley will preside next week . A vote of thanks was awarded to the W . M . for the manner he had fulfilled the duties of the chair .
Constitutional Lodge of Instruction , No . 55 . —Tnesday . the 29 th of January , at the Bedford Hotel , Southampton-buildings , Bros . E , P . Tate W . M ., J . S . Brown S . W ., W . Braham J . W ., W . G . Dickins Sec , J . Soper S . D ., T . B . Linscott J . D ., A . W . Tranter I . G . ; P . M . Bro . Bingemann Preceptor ; Bros . Melhuish , Clennol , T . B .
Dodson , Hallam , Johnston , and several other brethren . The ceremony of initiation was rehearsed , Bro . Hoddinott candidate . The first section of the Lecture was worked by Bro . J . S . Brown , second by Bro . E . P . Tate , and third by Bro . Bingemann . Bro . Brown was unanimously elected W . M . for ensuing week . Masonic business being ended , the Lodge was closed in perfect harmony .
Lodge Of Prosperity , No . 65 . —The regular meeting was held on the 24 th inst ., at the Guildhall Tavern , Gresham-street , City . Bro . C . Daniel W . M ., Surge S . W ., Brown J . W ., Goodwin Treas ., C . E . Ferry Sec , Braine S . D ., Matthews J . D ., Sim I . G ., and P . M . ' s Bros . L . A . Leins , J . L . Mather , Forbes , Cornwall and Davey . After the preliminaries , Bro . Devenish was raised . Bros . Ratcliff , Jarvis and James were passed , and Messrs . A . Bright , A . Mitchell , and C . T .
Chivers were initiated into the Order . Tho working of tho W . M . was excellent , and deserves great praise . A snm of £ 5 was voted , to be placed on the list of a Bro . whois Steward fortheE . M . B . Institution . The Lodge was closed , and the brethren sat down to a very e ? : cellent banquet , provided by Bros . Bitter and Clifford . The usual toasts , both Loyal and Masonic , were given . The Annual Ball in connection with the Lodge , will take pln ^ o on the 6 th February . Tickets can be cb ! :. ; ned of J : o . C . E . Farr . lion . Sec , 58 Old Broad-street , E . C .
Prosperity Lodge of Instruction , No . 65 . —At Bro . Maidwell's , Hercules Tavern , Leadenhall-street , 29 th January . Bros . Maidwell W . M ., Wharman S . W ., Hayes J . W ., Aarons S . D ., Forrest J . D ., Quincey I . G ., Rudderforth Preceptor , Hollands Sec , Daniel , Saver , Hill , D . Posener , Harris , Ellis , Campbell , Chivers . Tho ceremony of installation was worked bv Bro . Euddcrforth , in
tho absence ot bro . Loewenstark , W . M . of the Samson Lodge , through temporary illness . Tho ceremony of initiation was then rehearsed , Bro . Chivers candidate . Bro . Wharman was elected W . M . for tho ensuing Tuesday . A vote of thanks was recorded on the minutes to Bro . Enddeiforth for tlie efficient maimer in which ho had
worked the Installation Ceremony for the first time . Notice was given that on Tuesday , 12 th February , Bro . Morgan ' s tickets for Life Governorships for tho Benevolent Institution would be drawn for at this Lodge of Instruction , at 8 p . m . ; also that the Prosperit y Lodgo Ball will bo held at the Cannon-street Hotel , ou Gtb , February ,
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Joppa Chapter . No . 188 . —A Convocation was held on Mon day , the 28 th ult ., at tho Albion Tavern , Aldersgate-street . Comps , W . Littanr M . E . Z ., E . P . Albert P . Z . as H ., P . Dickinson J ., H . Gnlliford S . E ., L . Lazarus as P . S ., S . V . Abraham P . Z . Treasurer , H , P . Isaac 1 st Assist . ; P . Z . ' s Comps . S . Lazarns , M . J . Emanuel , H . M . Levy , J . Lazarus , S . Pollitzer ; and Comps . Grove Ellis , L . Lazarus ,
Moore , Botiboi , Boekbinder , Davis , Mellish , M . Auerhaan , Bratt , & o , Chapter was opened , and the minutes wero confirmed . Bros . Morris , son , Eiebold , and Hertzberg were balloted for and duly exalted into R . A . Masonry . Comp . L . Lazarus was unanimously elected S . N ., and the W . M . remarked that the Companions might bo congratulated ou the selection of so efficient a , member of tho Chapter . A letter of
apology was read from Comp . L . Jacobs H ., regretting his absence . Bros . G . T . Mann 1017 and F . Buck 188 wero proposed for exaltation at the next meeting . Tho Chapter was then closed until the last Monday in March , and the Companions sat down to banquet , pro . vided by Comp . W . J . Jennings , aud superintended by Bro . M . Silver . The usual Loyal and R . A . toasts were given . The M . E . Z . proposed
the health of those who had passed tho ordeal of Freemasonry , and had now joined tho higher Order , that of the Eoyal Arch ; he alluded to the brethren who had now become Companions . He , as well as every ono present , was pleased to see them . Emblems do not constitute Masonry ; spotless character is the greatest attribute of brotherhood . The holy spirit of love should predominate in our
assemblies . Here we see the members of tho Jewish and Christian faiths Companions of tho same Chapter ; meeting together in harmony . We respect all religions . To-night thoy had threo new members , who , ho trusted , would eventually be a credit to our Order . After a response from Bro . Eiebold , Comp . M . J . Emanuel I . P . Z . rose . Ho had with great pleasure to propose tho health of the M . E . Z . Tho
Companions had seen how he had performed tho duties of the Chapter ; he might say none could excel him in his working . Thoy had seen how eloquent he had been in presiding , and ho hoped his year of office would prove successful . The M . E . Z ., in reply , was pleased to perform his duties creditably . He hoped he might leave the chair with the good wishes of all . Tho toast of tho P . Z . 's was next
honoured ; tho M . E . Z . said they had among them Companions who had risen high in tho Order ; all had done their duty in the Chapter , and one of them had been decorated with an order of merit , tho Golden Crown , by the Emperor of Austria . He referred to Chevalier Sigismnnd Pollitzer . ( Cheers . ) Each P . Z . bad done his duty , and ho hoped to see all with them for many years . In proposing the
toast of the H . and J ., the W . M . said tho ono who now filled the office of J . had performed the duties of S . E ., and he trusted he would eventually occupy the chair . Comp . Dickinson suitably responded . Tho Z . then proposed the toast of the S . E . and other officers . Comp . Gnlliford was the W . M . of the Montefiore Lodge ; although ho now occupied but a subordinate position in the Chapter , he was sure ho
would eventually reach the highest office , and he wonld ask them to drink this toast as it deserved ; he would couple with it the name of Comp . U . P . Isaac . Comp . Gnlliford said ho had seen many Companions who had occupied tho chair , who had done their duties admirably ; if he could only have the pleasure of following in their footsteps , it would be the greatest aim of his life . The M . E . Z . said
that although late , he would now propose tho health of the Treasurer of the Chapter . Comp . S . Y . Abrahams had done his duty ; he wonld embrace this opportunity to thank him for his noble work in regard to tho non . admission of Jewish brethren in German Lodges . After a reply from Comp . Abrahams , the Janitor ' s toast was given , and the Companions separated .
Confidence Lodge of Instruction , No . 103 . —Met on Wednesday , tho 30 th ult ., at the Eailway Tavern , London-street , E . G ., Bro . Sergt .-Major Brookson W . M . in the chair . There were also present Bros . Aarons S . W ., Croaker J . W ., E . Gottheil P . M . Preceptor , J . Constable Treas ., J . K . Pitt Sec , James S . D ., Sayer J . B . j Tollis I . G ., Christopher Tyler , Walker , Harris , Marley , Posener , J . Pash , G . Smithers , both of 5 G 9 , Andrews 160-1 . and James 193 .
The minutes of the previous meeting having been confirmed , a Master Masons' Lodge was formed , and the third ceremony , as well as the Traditional History , was very ably rehearsed by the W . M . Bro . Biddle acting as candidate . The first section of the third lecture was worked . Bros . James , Smithers and Pash wero elected members . A vote of thanks to the W . M ., for his efficiency in the performance of his duties , was unanimously adopted , and suitably acknowledged by Bro . Brookson .
Jordan Lodge of Instruction , No . 201 . —On Wednesday , the 30 th nit ., at tho Devonshire Arms , Devonshire-street , Portlandplace . Bro . Goodwin W . M . elect of the Westbourno 733 W . M , Bro . Long S . W ., Franks J . W ., Hiscox S . D . and Treas ., Hall I . G ., & c . Bontine being observed , tho cei i ;; . uy of passing was rehearsed , Bro
Hall candidate . The Lodgo resumed to first degree , when it was proposed by the W . M . that the ceremony of installation bo worked hero on Wednesdry ev- 'ing , tho 20 th February ; this was carried nnani . monsly . The S . W . wa _ elected W . M . ior tho c .-Jng week . A vote of thanks was proposed and seconded to the W . M . for tho very able manner in which he had performed his duties in tV chair .
Hammersmith Lodge of Marie Masters , No . 211 . —Tho first meeting of this Lodge , since its consecration last December , was held on Saturday , 19 th January , at the Windsor Castle Hotel , Kino-. street , Hammersmith . Bro . John Mason W . M . opened the Lodge . The minutes of the consecration meeting wero rend and unanimousl y confirmed . Ballots , taken separately , wore unanimous iu favour of
the admission of Bros . E . Gilbert 22 , E . J . Harty Bon Accord , J . Barney 133 , and A . Haynos 175 , as joining members . Bro . J . Austinc 15 ( 37 , T . Goodall 1590 , A . Tisley 1275 , J . Graham 15 G 7 , J . U . Pearson 1423 , T . Lamb 1507 , S . Pago 1326 , M . Clark 1423 , L . Bartlett 1123 , and E . F . Potter as candidates for advancement . Bro . James Stevens P . G . J . O . P . M . took the chair , and in his usual admirable manner advanced Bros , J , Anstine , T , Goodall , A . Tig .
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NOTICES OF MEETINGS .
Northumberland and Berwick-upon-Tweed Lodge of M .. M . M . —The regular meeting of this Timo Immemorial Lodge was held on AVednesday , the 23 rd ult ., at the Masonic Hall , Maplestreet , Newcastle-on-Tyne . The chair was taken by tho W . M . Bro . W . C . Franklin Prov . G . Sup . of Works , supported by tho following Officers : —Bros . W . T . Hughes Prov . G . S . W . I . P . M ., W . Cockbnrn
S . W ., Dr . Luke Armstrong J . W ., T . Y . Armstrong M . O ., B . 1 . Armstrong S . O ., J . E . Eobson J . O ., Rev . S . H . Harris Chaplain , K . Lock Treas ., T . Halliday Eeg . of Marks , E . G . Salmon Sec . J . Blenkeusop S . D ., J . Wood J . D ., S . M . Harris I . G ., J . S . B . Bell , and J . Usher Stewards , G . S . Simms Tyler , also a large attendance of brethren , amongst whom were Bro . J . Ristlale ' P . M . and Yansow P . M . Tho
Lodge being opened nnd minutes confirmed , the W . M . rose and expressed his pleasure at having the Prov . G . S . W . a member of their Lodge , ami called on the brethren to salute him according to ancient form . This was accordingly done . The ballot was then taken for four brethren , and , proving favourable , they were duly advanced to
this honourable degree by the W . M ., in a most impressive manner , the Lodge being closed , the brethren adjourned to refreshment , when the usual Loyal and Masonic toasts were given . The health of tho W . M . and P . M . 's met with very cordial responses . Some capital harmony enhanced the evening ' s enjoyment , which the Tyler ' s toast brought to a close .
Egyptian Lodge of Instruction , No . 27 . —At the Hercules Tavern , Leadenhall-street , on Thursday evening last , at 7 . 30 . Bros . Maidwell W . M ., Aarons S . W ., Chapman J . W ., Webb Preceptor , Grammer Sec , Norden S . D ., Posener sen . J . D ., Posener jun . I . G . The ceremonies of the three degrees were rehearsed , Bro . Hill as candidate for the first , Bro . Grammer for the second , and Bro . W . J . Eawley for the third . The Lodge was then closed .
Strong Man Lodge of Instruction , Mo . 45 . —On Monday last , the 28 th January , at the Old Rodney's Head , 12 Old-street , Goswell-road . Present—Bros . Hallam W . M ., Moseley S . W ., Pearcy J . W ., Tolmie Preceptor , Fenner Sec , Patmore S . D ., Stock J . D ., Byott I . G ., Christopher Tyler ; also Bros . Halford , Parkinson , J . W . Smith , F . Sillis , Bnrtle , Wing , Elliston , Crawley , Trewinnard , Powell ,
Thompson , G . E . Cook , Millward , Banks , & c . Foi'malities complied with , the ceremony of initiation was well rehearsed by the W . M ., Bro . Wing candidate . The W . M . vacated the chair in favour of Bro . Halford , and the Lodgo was opened in the second degree . Bro . Burtle answered the usual questions leading to the third degree , and was entrusted . Lodgo was opened in the third degree , and tho ceremony of raising was rehearsed by the W . M ,. in a very impressive
manner . Bro . Hallam again took the chair . The Lodge was resnmed to the first degree , and Bro . Stock worked the first , and Bro . Pearcy the second sections of the lecture , assisted by the brethren . Bro . J . H . Patmore , of tho United Strength , No . 228 , was elected a member . Bro . Moseley will preside next week . A vote of thanks was awarded to the W . M . for the manner he had fulfilled the duties of the chair .
Constitutional Lodge of Instruction , No . 55 . —Tnesday . the 29 th of January , at the Bedford Hotel , Southampton-buildings , Bros . E , P . Tate W . M ., J . S . Brown S . W ., W . Braham J . W ., W . G . Dickins Sec , J . Soper S . D ., T . B . Linscott J . D ., A . W . Tranter I . G . ; P . M . Bro . Bingemann Preceptor ; Bros . Melhuish , Clennol , T . B .
Dodson , Hallam , Johnston , and several other brethren . The ceremony of initiation was rehearsed , Bro . Hoddinott candidate . The first section of the Lecture was worked by Bro . J . S . Brown , second by Bro . E . P . Tate , and third by Bro . Bingemann . Bro . Brown was unanimously elected W . M . for ensuing week . Masonic business being ended , the Lodge was closed in perfect harmony .
Lodge Of Prosperity , No . 65 . —The regular meeting was held on the 24 th inst ., at the Guildhall Tavern , Gresham-street , City . Bro . C . Daniel W . M ., Surge S . W ., Brown J . W ., Goodwin Treas ., C . E . Ferry Sec , Braine S . D ., Matthews J . D ., Sim I . G ., and P . M . ' s Bros . L . A . Leins , J . L . Mather , Forbes , Cornwall and Davey . After the preliminaries , Bro . Devenish was raised . Bros . Ratcliff , Jarvis and James were passed , and Messrs . A . Bright , A . Mitchell , and C . T .
Chivers were initiated into the Order . Tho working of tho W . M . was excellent , and deserves great praise . A snm of £ 5 was voted , to be placed on the list of a Bro . whois Steward fortheE . M . B . Institution . The Lodge was closed , and the brethren sat down to a very e ? : cellent banquet , provided by Bros . Bitter and Clifford . The usual toasts , both Loyal and Masonic , were given . The Annual Ball in connection with the Lodge , will take pln ^ o on the 6 th February . Tickets can be cb ! :. ; ned of J : o . C . E . Farr . lion . Sec , 58 Old Broad-street , E . C .
Prosperity Lodge of Instruction , No . 65 . —At Bro . Maidwell's , Hercules Tavern , Leadenhall-street , 29 th January . Bros . Maidwell W . M ., Wharman S . W ., Hayes J . W ., Aarons S . D ., Forrest J . D ., Quincey I . G ., Rudderforth Preceptor , Hollands Sec , Daniel , Saver , Hill , D . Posener , Harris , Ellis , Campbell , Chivers . Tho ceremony of installation was worked bv Bro . Euddcrforth , in
tho absence ot bro . Loewenstark , W . M . of the Samson Lodge , through temporary illness . Tho ceremony of initiation was then rehearsed , Bro . Chivers candidate . Bro . Wharman was elected W . M . for tho ensuing Tuesday . A vote of thanks was recorded on the minutes to Bro . Enddeiforth for tlie efficient maimer in which ho had
worked the Installation Ceremony for the first time . Notice was given that on Tuesday , 12 th February , Bro . Morgan ' s tickets for Life Governorships for tho Benevolent Institution would be drawn for at this Lodge of Instruction , at 8 p . m . ; also that the Prosperit y Lodgo Ball will bo held at the Cannon-street Hotel , ou Gtb , February ,
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Joppa Chapter . No . 188 . —A Convocation was held on Mon day , the 28 th ult ., at tho Albion Tavern , Aldersgate-street . Comps , W . Littanr M . E . Z ., E . P . Albert P . Z . as H ., P . Dickinson J ., H . Gnlliford S . E ., L . Lazarus as P . S ., S . V . Abraham P . Z . Treasurer , H , P . Isaac 1 st Assist . ; P . Z . ' s Comps . S . Lazarns , M . J . Emanuel , H . M . Levy , J . Lazarus , S . Pollitzer ; and Comps . Grove Ellis , L . Lazarus ,
Moore , Botiboi , Boekbinder , Davis , Mellish , M . Auerhaan , Bratt , & o , Chapter was opened , and the minutes wero confirmed . Bros . Morris , son , Eiebold , and Hertzberg were balloted for and duly exalted into R . A . Masonry . Comp . L . Lazarus was unanimously elected S . N ., and the W . M . remarked that the Companions might bo congratulated ou the selection of so efficient a , member of tho Chapter . A letter of
apology was read from Comp . L . Jacobs H ., regretting his absence . Bros . G . T . Mann 1017 and F . Buck 188 wero proposed for exaltation at the next meeting . Tho Chapter was then closed until the last Monday in March , and the Companions sat down to banquet , pro . vided by Comp . W . J . Jennings , aud superintended by Bro . M . Silver . The usual Loyal and R . A . toasts were given . The M . E . Z . proposed
the health of those who had passed tho ordeal of Freemasonry , and had now joined tho higher Order , that of the Eoyal Arch ; he alluded to the brethren who had now become Companions . He , as well as every ono present , was pleased to see them . Emblems do not constitute Masonry ; spotless character is the greatest attribute of brotherhood . The holy spirit of love should predominate in our
assemblies . Here we see the members of tho Jewish and Christian faiths Companions of tho same Chapter ; meeting together in harmony . We respect all religions . To-night thoy had threo new members , who , ho trusted , would eventually be a credit to our Order . After a response from Bro . Eiebold , Comp . M . J . Emanuel I . P . Z . rose . Ho had with great pleasure to propose tho health of the M . E . Z . Tho
Companions had seen how he had performed tho duties of the Chapter ; he might say none could excel him in his working . Thoy had seen how eloquent he had been in presiding , and ho hoped his year of office would prove successful . The M . E . Z ., in reply , was pleased to perform his duties creditably . He hoped he might leave the chair with the good wishes of all . Tho toast of tho P . Z . 's was next
honoured ; tho M . E . Z . said they had among them Companions who had risen high in tho Order ; all had done their duty in the Chapter , and one of them had been decorated with an order of merit , tho Golden Crown , by the Emperor of Austria . He referred to Chevalier Sigismnnd Pollitzer . ( Cheers . ) Each P . Z . bad done his duty , and ho hoped to see all with them for many years . In proposing the
toast of the H . and J ., the W . M . said tho ono who now filled the office of J . had performed the duties of S . E ., and he trusted he would eventually occupy the chair . Comp . Dickinson suitably responded . Tho Z . then proposed the toast of the S . E . and other officers . Comp . Gnlliford was the W . M . of the Montefiore Lodge ; although ho now occupied but a subordinate position in the Chapter , he was sure ho
would eventually reach the highest office , and he wonld ask them to drink this toast as it deserved ; he would couple with it the name of Comp . U . P . Isaac . Comp . Gnlliford said ho had seen many Companions who had occupied tho chair , who had done their duties admirably ; if he could only have the pleasure of following in their footsteps , it would be the greatest aim of his life . The M . E . Z . said
that although late , he would now propose tho health of the Treasurer of the Chapter . Comp . S . Y . Abrahams had done his duty ; he wonld embrace this opportunity to thank him for his noble work in regard to tho non . admission of Jewish brethren in German Lodges . After a reply from Comp . Abrahams , the Janitor ' s toast was given , and the Companions separated .
Confidence Lodge of Instruction , No . 103 . —Met on Wednesday , tho 30 th ult ., at the Eailway Tavern , London-street , E . G ., Bro . Sergt .-Major Brookson W . M . in the chair . There were also present Bros . Aarons S . W ., Croaker J . W ., E . Gottheil P . M . Preceptor , J . Constable Treas ., J . K . Pitt Sec , James S . D ., Sayer J . B . j Tollis I . G ., Christopher Tyler , Walker , Harris , Marley , Posener , J . Pash , G . Smithers , both of 5 G 9 , Andrews 160-1 . and James 193 .
The minutes of the previous meeting having been confirmed , a Master Masons' Lodge was formed , and the third ceremony , as well as the Traditional History , was very ably rehearsed by the W . M . Bro . Biddle acting as candidate . The first section of the third lecture was worked . Bros . James , Smithers and Pash wero elected members . A vote of thanks to the W . M ., for his efficiency in the performance of his duties , was unanimously adopted , and suitably acknowledged by Bro . Brookson .
Jordan Lodge of Instruction , No . 201 . —On Wednesday , the 30 th nit ., at tho Devonshire Arms , Devonshire-street , Portlandplace . Bro . Goodwin W . M . elect of the Westbourno 733 W . M , Bro . Long S . W ., Franks J . W ., Hiscox S . D . and Treas ., Hall I . G ., & c . Bontine being observed , tho cei i ;; . uy of passing was rehearsed , Bro
Hall candidate . The Lodgo resumed to first degree , when it was proposed by the W . M . that the ceremony of installation bo worked hero on Wednesdry ev- 'ing , tho 20 th February ; this was carried nnani . monsly . The S . W . wa _ elected W . M . ior tho c .-Jng week . A vote of thanks was proposed and seconded to the W . M . for tho very able manner in which he had performed his duties in tV chair .
Hammersmith Lodge of Marie Masters , No . 211 . —Tho first meeting of this Lodge , since its consecration last December , was held on Saturday , 19 th January , at the Windsor Castle Hotel , Kino-. street , Hammersmith . Bro . John Mason W . M . opened the Lodge . The minutes of the consecration meeting wero rend and unanimousl y confirmed . Ballots , taken separately , wore unanimous iu favour of
the admission of Bros . E . Gilbert 22 , E . J . Harty Bon Accord , J . Barney 133 , and A . Haynos 175 , as joining members . Bro . J . Austinc 15 ( 37 , T . Goodall 1590 , A . Tisley 1275 , J . Graham 15 G 7 , J . U . Pearson 1423 , T . Lamb 1507 , S . Pago 1326 , M . Clark 1423 , L . Bartlett 1123 , and E . F . Potter as candidates for advancement . Bro . James Stevens P . G . J . O . P . M . took the chair , and in his usual admirable manner advanced Bros , J , Anstine , T , Goodall , A . Tig .