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Notices Of Meetings.
date . Tho Lodgo Avas resumed , and the ceremony of iuitiatiou was rehearsed , Bro . Caton acting as candidate . Tho tirst and second sections of the first lecture were worked by l ! ro . Moss , assisted by tho brethren . Bro . Fowler 1728 was duly elected a member of this Lodgo of Instruction . Bro . Woodward Avas appointed W . M . for ensuing week . The Lodgo was then closed .
St . Michael ' s Lodge of Instruction , No . 211 . —The meet . ing on Thursday , at tho George Tavern , Australian-avenue , Barbican , jvas presided over by the W . M . of tho mother Lodge , Bro . Alfred Withers , who was supported by his Officers and members of tho Lodge . After duo observance of preliminaries , some sections ware
worked , and the brethren proceeded to ballot for two Lifo Subscriberships in the Masonic Charities . The first of those fell to the Lodge of Instruction ; and tho second , to Bro . Charles Hubbard W . M . of the Lily Lodge of Biohmond . A vote of thanks was passed to Bro . P . M . John Lover . Avho presided over this portion of the evening ' s proceedings . Wo rogret to say thero was but a poor attendance .
ing . Present—Comps . Sir James Meek Kt . M . E . Z ., Hon . W . T . Orde-1 ' OAvlett H ., G . Balmford J ., E . W . Hollon P . Z ., W . Lawtou P . Z ., J . Todd P . Z ., Middleton P . Z ., A . Buckle P . S ., J . G . Turner S . E ., J . M . Meek S . N ., T . B . Whytehead , T . M . Eicbey , T . S . Camidge , J . Blenkin , J . Hollins , & o . The business consisted in tho exaltation of tAVO candidates , which Avas performed by the M . E . Z . ; the mystical lecture being delivered by Comp . J . Todd P . Z . The members after .
Zetland Chapter , No . 236 . —A meeting of this Chapter ( attached to tho York Lodge , No . 236 ) was held on Wednesday
even-Avards met at an excellent supper , at the close of which the usual Loyal and Masonic toasts were duly honoured . A handsome plate of tho Installation of tho Prince of Wales as Graud Master , presented to the York Lodgo , by Bro . Middleton , was muoh admired .
Eoyal Alfred Lodge , No . 780 . —The brethren of this Lodgo met in goodly numbers on Friday , 25 th ult ., at the Star and Garter , KBAV Bridge . The Lodge was opened at two o ' clock by Bro . Charles P . May , supported by Bros . W . Gomm S . W ., B . Blasby J . W ., Walter Goss P . M . Treasurer , W . Hilton P . M . Secretary , and the other Officers of the Lodge . The following Past Masters likewise
were present—W . Hale , J . Chambers Roe , Thomas Brown , W . Gardiner , G . A . Litlewood , H . Potter , & c . Visitors—H . J . Dean J . D . 45 , W . E . Haycock P . M ., John Mnrch D . C . 27 , J . Holloway 749 , W . W . Morgan Sec . 211 , E . Woodbridgo 1612 , J . H . Lee 1196 , James Squires P . M . 3 , S . J . Yaughan 193 , E . Gladstone Phcenix , Fisher P . M . 834 . After preliminaries had been observed , Bros . Alfred T . Seeker
and George Cumbers were raised , and Bros . George David Jones and Charles Edward Botley were passed . The ballot was taken for threo candidates for our mysteries , and was declared favourable in each case . Tho three gentlemen Avere Messrs . William Pollok Meaden , Jonas Hole , and John Brill . Tho two latter wero in attendance , and took their
inteoductory step in Freemasonry . The election of Worshipful Master for the ensuing year was tho next bnsiness thafc claimed the attention of tho members . The result was in favour of tho S . W . ' s advancement , and Bro . Gomm received the congratulations of tha brethren . Bro . Walter Goss P . M . was re-elected
Treasurer , and Bro . John Gilbert ( Prov . G . T . Middlesex ) Avas reelected Tyler . A discussion of a somewhat lengthy nature then took place on home matters , and the appointment of auditors was made , after which Lodge was closed . An opportunity was UOAV afforded the new proprietor of the Star and Garter—Bro . John Brill—to display his abilities as caterer , and in justice we are bound
to state he fully realised all that had been expected of him . The banquet was capitally served , and unqualified satisfaction was expressed by all who partook of it . On the removal of the cloth , Bro . May proceeded with the toast list ; wo regret , however , to be compelled to state tho members did not extend to their Worshipful Master that obedience and courtesy ho has a right to demand . The
seeds of dissension so freely scattered during tho discussion that had taken place in the Lodge had fallen on prolific soil , and now , in far too many places , seemed ready to burst forth . Consequently , the sound of the gavel calling to order was moro frequent than desirable to thoso who desired that harmony should ho maintained . We deeply regret this ; it will be acceded by all that Bro . C . F . May has studied the welfare of his Lodge most assiduously , and hitherto his year of
office haa passed off most pleasantly . Wo trust ere the members meet again the evils thafc have caused this dissension will bo remedied . Dnring the evening Bro . May announced his intention to serve as Steward at tho Festival of tho Eoyal Masonic Institution for Boys , to be held in . 1880 , and a respected brother of the Lodge intimated that his namo might bo placed on Bro . Slay ' s list for £ 10 10 s .
Dalhousie Lodge of Instrnction , No . 860 . —Afc the Sisters' Tavern , Pownall-road , Dalston , on Tuesday , Bros . Dallas W . M ., Forss S . W ., Clark J . W ., C . Lorkin S . D ., Moss J . D ., Smyth I . G ., Christian Sec , Smyth Treas ., Brasted acting Preceptor ; Bros . Christian , Quay , GrcenAVood , & c . Tho Lodge Avas opened in due form , and tho minntes of last meeting were read and confirmed . The
W . M . announced thafc the ceremony of passing Avould bo rehearsed , Avherenpon Bro . Quay ansAA'ored tho questions and AA'as entrusted . The W . M . opened the Lodgo in tho second , and Bro . Quay was passed to the degree of Follow Craft . Bro . Moss Avorked tho first and second sections of the lecture , assisted by the brethren . The Lodge was closed to tho first , and nothing further offering for tho good of Freemasonry , tho Lodge Avas closed .
Montefiore Lodge , No . 1017 . — An emergency meeting was held on Thursday , 24 th nit ., at tho Masonic Hall , Cafo Eoyal ,
Notices Of Meetings.
Air-street , Eegent-streot . There AA-ero present Bros . J . Lazarus W . M ., L . J . Solomon S . W ., W . H . ; Brail J . W ., L . Jacobs Treas ., E . P Albert P . G . P . Sec , M . Levy J . D ., J . Dyer I . G ., Mann D . C . ; Bros . E . Moses , C . Camoyans , Benjamin , L . A . Lazarus , H . Chandler , Lapperfc Leverton , Hochfield , & o . Lodgo was opened , and tho ballot Avas taken for the admission of Mr . P . Lombory , of Sierra Leone . Tho result was unanimous in his faA'onr , and he was daly initiated into tho
Order by tho W . M ., who performed his duty in a vory perfect manner , Bro . L . A . Lazarus ( a son of tho W . M . ) answered tho usual questions iu a satisfactory manner , and Avas passed to tho degree of Follow Craft . Tho Lodge was then closed until October . Tho brethren adjourned to light refreshments and separated early . Tho following brethreu were visitors : —Bros . M . P . Tench 511 , B . Lyons W . M . 1227 , A . Davis 188 , Burrell 1310 , and H . M . Levy P . M . 188 .
Eoyal Standard Lodge of Instruction , No . 1298 . — A meeting was hold on Friday , 25 th July , afc the Alwyno Castlo , Canonbury . Present—Bros . Pennefathor W . M ., G . H . Stephens S . W ., H . J . Lardnor J . W ., J . Eldridge Treas ., J . G . Chaat Seo . pro tern
D . Moss S . D ., W . Butt J . D ., Boattie I . G . The Fifteen Sections wero worked by the brethren of tho West Smithfield Lodge , No . 1623 , as follows : —! , E . Greenwood 1623 ; 2 , Thos . Butt J . W . 907 ; 3 , Davison P . M . 299 ; 4 , Davis J . D . 879 ; 5 , D . Moss 1275 ; 6 , H . J . Lardnor J . W . 1745 ; 7 , G . H . Stephens W . S . 1 G 23 ; 8 , Hallam S . W .
1349 ; 9 , D . Moss 1275 ; 10 , Davison P . M . 299 ; 11 , W . B . Kidder P . M . 12 ; 12 , W . Butt 1623 ; 13 , E . Mallett P . M . 141 ; 14 , T . Mc . Butt
I . G . 1623 ; 15 , J . C . Perkins S . W . 795 . A cordial vote of thanks waa carried unanimously to tho W . M . and brethren for their excellent working , and the Lodgo was closed in ancient form with solemn prayer .
Friars Lodge of Instruction , No . 1349 . —On Tuesday last Bro . W . Wallington P . M . 780 , and Preceptor of * tho Dalhousio Lodge of Instrnction , in fulfilment of tho promise ho had made , attended to rehearse the ceremony of installation . Accordingly Bro . Pavifct ' s cosy little room was well filled , and the attention paid to tho ceremony by his old pupils and the other members of this Lodgo of
Instruction must havo been eminently gratifying to Bro . Wallington . The chair Avas taken at 7 . 30 by Bro . Pavitfc , who was supported by Bros . Smith S . W ., Barker J . W ., W . Musto P . M . Preceptor , E . T . Worsley Secretary , Spencer S . D ., Johnson J . D ., Roberts I . G . ; Bros . Ellis , Glasspool , Norman , Wyman 1614 , Still 1076 , Power , Morgan , Ellis 860 , Watkins , etc . The Lodgo opened in duo form , and the
minutes were read and confirmed . Bro . Glasspool having answered the questions , the Lodge opened in tho second degree , and tho ceremony of passing Avas rehearsed . Bro . Wallington now took tho chair , rnd Bro . Musto , as D . of C , introduced Bro . Worsley as W . M . elect , and Bro . Wallington proceeded Avith the ceremony . The excellence' of Bro . Wallington ' s delivery of the various
ceremonies of Craffc Masonry has long been recognised , and on this occasion he Avell sustained his reputation . Bro . Worsley wont through the formal initiation of Officers , and then the Installing Master gave the several addresses . Some of the sections of the second lecture wero then worked by Bro . Worsley and the brethren , Bro . Musto dictating the ansAvers . On the motion nf Tim . Mnsf . n n .
cordial vote of thanks was passed to Bro . Wallington for his services , and the degree of hon . membership Avas conferred upon him . After this mark of recognition had been suitably acknowledged , Bros . Wyman 1614 and Still 1076 wero elected members . Bro . Worsley Avas appointed to preside afc next meeting , and Lodgo was closed . Several of the brethren remained for half an hour , " and spent tho timo in social converse .
Sir Hugh Myddelton Lodge , No . 1 , 602 . —An ordinary meeting of the brethren of this Lodge was held on Friday last , 25 th July , at tho Agricultural Hall , Islington , and , despite the words afc the tail of the summons , "No Banquet , " Avhich were underlined , each officer was at his respective post in time to assist at the opening of the Lodge , as Avell as a large number of brethren and visitors ,
among the latter being Hugh Hunter W . M . 776 Antrim , Ireland , E . Pearcy W . M . 288 , W . G . Kent J . W . 1297 , E . W . Brassio W . M . 1471 , W . G . Hunter W . M . 228 , and J . Crosbie . Tho business consisted of initiating F . F . Ernest Heyse , passing Bros . C . GAvyn , P . J . S . Taylor , and G . W . Foster , and raising Bro . T . C . Dnncan , each ceremony boing
performed by Bro . A . F . Eowley the W . M ., Bro . Thomas officiated as Organist . The Lodgo expressed its gratitude for tho safe delivery of Bro . Pearcy , tho Preceptor of the Lodge of Instrnction , from a severe illness and restoration to health . This was ordered to bo inscribed on vollam and presented to thafc brother .
Eboracum Lodge , No . 1611 . —An emergency mooting of this Lodge was held ou Monday , at York . In tho unavoidable absence of the W . M . Bro . J . S . Cumberland , tho I . P . M . Bro . T . B . Whytehead occupied the chair . There Avere also present Bros . 0 . G . Padel S . W ., W . P . Husband as J . W ., T . Humphries assist . Sec , M . Millington S . D ., T . D . Smith J . D ., G . Simpson M . C ., A . T . B . Turner
Assist M . C ., G . II . Simpson Org ., P . Pearson Tyler , T . Hill Steward ; Bros . Atkinson , Dyson , York and others . Tho following Visitors wero also present—Bros . Major T . B . ShaAV-Hollier P . M ., Capfc . L . Marphy and H . E . Whytehead . Tho business consisted in passing Bro . Oldfield to the second degree , which having been accomplished , the Lodo-n
Avas loAvered , and a Lodgo of Instruction formed , tho chair being occupied by Bro . Padel , who appointed his Officers , and Avorked the second degree with great excellence . During tho after proceedings Bros . O . Marshall , Capt . Murphy , P . Pearson and other brethren enlivened the evening by singing . The S . W . proposed the health of tho absent W . M ., which was Avarmly accepted .
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Notices Of Meetings.
date . Tho Lodgo Avas resumed , and the ceremony of iuitiatiou was rehearsed , Bro . Caton acting as candidate . Tho tirst and second sections of the first lecture were worked by l ! ro . Moss , assisted by tho brethren . Bro . Fowler 1728 was duly elected a member of this Lodgo of Instruction . Bro . Woodward Avas appointed W . M . for ensuing week . The Lodgo was then closed .
St . Michael ' s Lodge of Instruction , No . 211 . —The meet . ing on Thursday , at tho George Tavern , Australian-avenue , Barbican , jvas presided over by the W . M . of tho mother Lodge , Bro . Alfred Withers , who was supported by his Officers and members of tho Lodge . After duo observance of preliminaries , some sections ware
worked , and the brethren proceeded to ballot for two Lifo Subscriberships in the Masonic Charities . The first of those fell to the Lodge of Instruction ; and tho second , to Bro . Charles Hubbard W . M . of the Lily Lodge of Biohmond . A vote of thanks was passed to Bro . P . M . John Lover . Avho presided over this portion of the evening ' s proceedings . Wo rogret to say thero was but a poor attendance .
ing . Present—Comps . Sir James Meek Kt . M . E . Z ., Hon . W . T . Orde-1 ' OAvlett H ., G . Balmford J ., E . W . Hollon P . Z ., W . Lawtou P . Z ., J . Todd P . Z ., Middleton P . Z ., A . Buckle P . S ., J . G . Turner S . E ., J . M . Meek S . N ., T . B . Whytehead , T . M . Eicbey , T . S . Camidge , J . Blenkin , J . Hollins , & o . The business consisted in tho exaltation of tAVO candidates , which Avas performed by the M . E . Z . ; the mystical lecture being delivered by Comp . J . Todd P . Z . The members after .
Zetland Chapter , No . 236 . —A meeting of this Chapter ( attached to tho York Lodge , No . 236 ) was held on Wednesday
even-Avards met at an excellent supper , at the close of which the usual Loyal and Masonic toasts were duly honoured . A handsome plate of tho Installation of tho Prince of Wales as Graud Master , presented to the York Lodgo , by Bro . Middleton , was muoh admired .
Eoyal Alfred Lodge , No . 780 . —The brethren of this Lodgo met in goodly numbers on Friday , 25 th ult ., at the Star and Garter , KBAV Bridge . The Lodge was opened at two o ' clock by Bro . Charles P . May , supported by Bros . W . Gomm S . W ., B . Blasby J . W ., Walter Goss P . M . Treasurer , W . Hilton P . M . Secretary , and the other Officers of the Lodge . The following Past Masters likewise
were present—W . Hale , J . Chambers Roe , Thomas Brown , W . Gardiner , G . A . Litlewood , H . Potter , & c . Visitors—H . J . Dean J . D . 45 , W . E . Haycock P . M ., John Mnrch D . C . 27 , J . Holloway 749 , W . W . Morgan Sec . 211 , E . Woodbridgo 1612 , J . H . Lee 1196 , James Squires P . M . 3 , S . J . Yaughan 193 , E . Gladstone Phcenix , Fisher P . M . 834 . After preliminaries had been observed , Bros . Alfred T . Seeker
and George Cumbers were raised , and Bros . George David Jones and Charles Edward Botley were passed . The ballot was taken for threo candidates for our mysteries , and was declared favourable in each case . Tho three gentlemen Avere Messrs . William Pollok Meaden , Jonas Hole , and John Brill . Tho two latter wero in attendance , and took their
inteoductory step in Freemasonry . The election of Worshipful Master for the ensuing year was tho next bnsiness thafc claimed the attention of tho members . The result was in favour of tho S . W . ' s advancement , and Bro . Gomm received the congratulations of tha brethren . Bro . Walter Goss P . M . was re-elected
Treasurer , and Bro . John Gilbert ( Prov . G . T . Middlesex ) Avas reelected Tyler . A discussion of a somewhat lengthy nature then took place on home matters , and the appointment of auditors was made , after which Lodge was closed . An opportunity was UOAV afforded the new proprietor of the Star and Garter—Bro . John Brill—to display his abilities as caterer , and in justice we are bound
to state he fully realised all that had been expected of him . The banquet was capitally served , and unqualified satisfaction was expressed by all who partook of it . On the removal of the cloth , Bro . May proceeded with the toast list ; wo regret , however , to be compelled to state tho members did not extend to their Worshipful Master that obedience and courtesy ho has a right to demand . The
seeds of dissension so freely scattered during tho discussion that had taken place in the Lodge had fallen on prolific soil , and now , in far too many places , seemed ready to burst forth . Consequently , the sound of the gavel calling to order was moro frequent than desirable to thoso who desired that harmony should ho maintained . We deeply regret this ; it will be acceded by all that Bro . C . F . May has studied the welfare of his Lodge most assiduously , and hitherto his year of
office haa passed off most pleasantly . Wo trust ere the members meet again the evils thafc have caused this dissension will bo remedied . Dnring the evening Bro . May announced his intention to serve as Steward at tho Festival of tho Eoyal Masonic Institution for Boys , to be held in . 1880 , and a respected brother of the Lodge intimated that his namo might bo placed on Bro . Slay ' s list for £ 10 10 s .
Dalhousie Lodge of Instrnction , No . 860 . —Afc the Sisters' Tavern , Pownall-road , Dalston , on Tuesday , Bros . Dallas W . M ., Forss S . W ., Clark J . W ., C . Lorkin S . D ., Moss J . D ., Smyth I . G ., Christian Sec , Smyth Treas ., Brasted acting Preceptor ; Bros . Christian , Quay , GrcenAVood , & c . Tho Lodge Avas opened in due form , and tho minntes of last meeting were read and confirmed . The
W . M . announced thafc the ceremony of passing Avould bo rehearsed , Avherenpon Bro . Quay ansAA'ored tho questions and AA'as entrusted . The W . M . opened the Lodgo in tho second , and Bro . Quay was passed to the degree of Follow Craft . Bro . Moss Avorked tho first and second sections of the lecture , assisted by the brethren . The Lodge was closed to tho first , and nothing further offering for tho good of Freemasonry , tho Lodge Avas closed .
Montefiore Lodge , No . 1017 . — An emergency meeting was held on Thursday , 24 th nit ., at tho Masonic Hall , Cafo Eoyal ,
Notices Of Meetings.
Air-street , Eegent-streot . There AA-ero present Bros . J . Lazarus W . M ., L . J . Solomon S . W ., W . H . ; Brail J . W ., L . Jacobs Treas ., E . P Albert P . G . P . Sec , M . Levy J . D ., J . Dyer I . G ., Mann D . C . ; Bros . E . Moses , C . Camoyans , Benjamin , L . A . Lazarus , H . Chandler , Lapperfc Leverton , Hochfield , & o . Lodgo was opened , and tho ballot Avas taken for the admission of Mr . P . Lombory , of Sierra Leone . Tho result was unanimous in his faA'onr , and he was daly initiated into tho
Order by tho W . M ., who performed his duty in a vory perfect manner , Bro . L . A . Lazarus ( a son of tho W . M . ) answered tho usual questions iu a satisfactory manner , and Avas passed to tho degree of Follow Craft . Tho Lodge was then closed until October . Tho brethren adjourned to light refreshments and separated early . Tho following brethreu were visitors : —Bros . M . P . Tench 511 , B . Lyons W . M . 1227 , A . Davis 188 , Burrell 1310 , and H . M . Levy P . M . 188 .
Eoyal Standard Lodge of Instruction , No . 1298 . — A meeting was hold on Friday , 25 th July , afc the Alwyno Castlo , Canonbury . Present—Bros . Pennefathor W . M ., G . H . Stephens S . W ., H . J . Lardnor J . W ., J . Eldridge Treas ., J . G . Chaat Seo . pro tern
D . Moss S . D ., W . Butt J . D ., Boattie I . G . The Fifteen Sections wero worked by the brethren of tho West Smithfield Lodge , No . 1623 , as follows : —! , E . Greenwood 1623 ; 2 , Thos . Butt J . W . 907 ; 3 , Davison P . M . 299 ; 4 , Davis J . D . 879 ; 5 , D . Moss 1275 ; 6 , H . J . Lardnor J . W . 1745 ; 7 , G . H . Stephens W . S . 1 G 23 ; 8 , Hallam S . W .
1349 ; 9 , D . Moss 1275 ; 10 , Davison P . M . 299 ; 11 , W . B . Kidder P . M . 12 ; 12 , W . Butt 1623 ; 13 , E . Mallett P . M . 141 ; 14 , T . Mc . Butt
I . G . 1623 ; 15 , J . C . Perkins S . W . 795 . A cordial vote of thanks waa carried unanimously to tho W . M . and brethren for their excellent working , and the Lodgo was closed in ancient form with solemn prayer .
Friars Lodge of Instruction , No . 1349 . —On Tuesday last Bro . W . Wallington P . M . 780 , and Preceptor of * tho Dalhousio Lodge of Instrnction , in fulfilment of tho promise ho had made , attended to rehearse the ceremony of installation . Accordingly Bro . Pavifct ' s cosy little room was well filled , and the attention paid to tho ceremony by his old pupils and the other members of this Lodgo of
Instruction must havo been eminently gratifying to Bro . Wallington . The chair Avas taken at 7 . 30 by Bro . Pavitfc , who was supported by Bros . Smith S . W ., Barker J . W ., W . Musto P . M . Preceptor , E . T . Worsley Secretary , Spencer S . D ., Johnson J . D ., Roberts I . G . ; Bros . Ellis , Glasspool , Norman , Wyman 1614 , Still 1076 , Power , Morgan , Ellis 860 , Watkins , etc . The Lodgo opened in duo form , and the
minutes were read and confirmed . Bro . Glasspool having answered the questions , the Lodge opened in tho second degree , and tho ceremony of passing Avas rehearsed . Bro . Wallington now took tho chair , rnd Bro . Musto , as D . of C , introduced Bro . Worsley as W . M . elect , and Bro . Wallington proceeded Avith the ceremony . The excellence' of Bro . Wallington ' s delivery of the various
ceremonies of Craffc Masonry has long been recognised , and on this occasion he Avell sustained his reputation . Bro . Worsley wont through the formal initiation of Officers , and then the Installing Master gave the several addresses . Some of the sections of the second lecture wero then worked by Bro . Worsley and the brethren , Bro . Musto dictating the ansAvers . On the motion nf Tim . Mnsf . n n .
cordial vote of thanks was passed to Bro . Wallington for his services , and the degree of hon . membership Avas conferred upon him . After this mark of recognition had been suitably acknowledged , Bros . Wyman 1614 and Still 1076 wero elected members . Bro . Worsley Avas appointed to preside afc next meeting , and Lodgo was closed . Several of the brethren remained for half an hour , " and spent tho timo in social converse .
Sir Hugh Myddelton Lodge , No . 1 , 602 . —An ordinary meeting of the brethren of this Lodge was held on Friday last , 25 th July , at tho Agricultural Hall , Islington , and , despite the words afc the tail of the summons , "No Banquet , " Avhich were underlined , each officer was at his respective post in time to assist at the opening of the Lodge , as Avell as a large number of brethren and visitors ,
among the latter being Hugh Hunter W . M . 776 Antrim , Ireland , E . Pearcy W . M . 288 , W . G . Kent J . W . 1297 , E . W . Brassio W . M . 1471 , W . G . Hunter W . M . 228 , and J . Crosbie . Tho business consisted of initiating F . F . Ernest Heyse , passing Bros . C . GAvyn , P . J . S . Taylor , and G . W . Foster , and raising Bro . T . C . Dnncan , each ceremony boing
performed by Bro . A . F . Eowley the W . M ., Bro . Thomas officiated as Organist . The Lodgo expressed its gratitude for tho safe delivery of Bro . Pearcy , tho Preceptor of the Lodge of Instrnction , from a severe illness and restoration to health . This was ordered to bo inscribed on vollam and presented to thafc brother .
Eboracum Lodge , No . 1611 . —An emergency mooting of this Lodge was held ou Monday , at York . In tho unavoidable absence of the W . M . Bro . J . S . Cumberland , tho I . P . M . Bro . T . B . Whytehead occupied the chair . There Avere also present Bros . 0 . G . Padel S . W ., W . P . Husband as J . W ., T . Humphries assist . Sec , M . Millington S . D ., T . D . Smith J . D ., G . Simpson M . C ., A . T . B . Turner
Assist M . C ., G . II . Simpson Org ., P . Pearson Tyler , T . Hill Steward ; Bros . Atkinson , Dyson , York and others . Tho following Visitors wero also present—Bros . Major T . B . ShaAV-Hollier P . M ., Capfc . L . Marphy and H . E . Whytehead . Tho business consisted in passing Bro . Oldfield to the second degree , which having been accomplished , the Lodo-n
Avas loAvered , and a Lodgo of Instruction formed , tho chair being occupied by Bro . Padel , who appointed his Officers , and Avorked the second degree with great excellence . During tho after proceedings Bros . O . Marshall , Capt . Murphy , P . Pearson and other brethren enlivened the evening by singing . The S . W . proposed the health of tho absent W . M ., which was Avarmly accepted .