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SIR HUGH MYDDELTON LODGE , No . 1602 ,

THIS Lodge , named after the projector of the New River , Master Hugh Myddelton , who , in consideration of his eminent services , was knighted by James the First , but despite the immense boon he conferred upon the great metropolis , was permitted to die in a miser , able state of poverty , commenced the seventh year of its existence on Friday , the 26 th ultimo . Tho headquarters of the Lodge are at the

Agricultural Hall , Islington , but in consequence of the heavy de . mands upon space at this vast establishment for the Horse Show , held this week , tbe members assembled at the " Old Cock Taveru , " Highbury Corner . Lodge was opened at five o ' clock by tho W . M . Brother John Osborn , who was supported by Past Masters B . J . Sim , T . Coombes , and J . Weston ' . The other members and Officers of the

Lodge were in full force , while among the Visitors were Bros . S . J . Ball 1567 , R . H . Dillon M . C . 1567 , R . Pearcy P . M . 228 , F . J . Bird J . W . 1897 , W . Hurst S . W . 15 , S . J . Millin 1567 , Franklin Clive 1319 , J . E . Humphrey J . W . 167 , W . Berry Clarke 186 and 1507 , W . W . Morgan Sec . 211 . After the minutes of the preceding Lodge meeting had been read aud confirmed , the Balance Sheet and Report of

the Audit Committee was presented and adopted . The Balance Sheet showed an amount of £ 37 16 s 9 d in favour of the Lodge , but we should advise the amount of indebtedness from members to be kept lower , as we think improvement iri this desirable for all concerned . However sonnd the position of a Lodge , members should not be allowed to let their subscriptions fall into arrear . The Lodge , it

may be remarked here , has a Benevolent Fund , and a balance of £ 14 14 s 3 d stands to the credit side of the account . The event of the day , the installation of Bro . William Norris the W . M . elect , was next proceeded with . The outgoing Master , Bro . John Osborn , is well known as a careful and competent worker , and he performed the ceremony on this occasion in a faultless manner . On the

readmission of those brethren whose ineligibility prevented their joining the Board of Installed Masters , Bro . Norris was saluted in the three degrees , and he appointed the following aa his Officers for tbe ensuing year . —Bros . W . F Poulton S . W ., J . Greenfield J . W ., Sam . Ollidge Treas ., J . Osborn P . M . Sec , R . Allison S . D ., E . Payne ( named as ) J . D ., G . W . Larter I . G ., W . Wright Org ., F . F . E . Hayes M . C ,

G . Browne W . S ., C . A . Dettmer A . W . S ., Thomas Tyler . The several addresses were delivered by the Installing Master , and he took bis seat amid hearty congratulations on his having so ably fulfilled the duties of his year of office . It was unanimously agreed that in consideration of the services rendered to the Lcige by Bro . Wright , the Organist , that he be exempt from payment of Lodge dues , excepting ,

as a matter of course , the annual payment to Grand Lodge . After other business had received due consideration Lodge was closed . A neat and well served banquet , ably superintended by Bro . John Baker , was partaken of by the brethren and their guests . On the removal of the cloth , Bro . Norris briefly proposed the Loyal toasts , after which the National Anthem , and "God Bless the Prince of

Wales " was sung . Bro . Osborn proposed the health of the W . M . He was sure no man more deserved the success which had attended his efforts . Bro . Norris had shown a deep interest in securing the warrant of the Lodge , and he had worked well to advance it . Ho ( Bro . Osborn ) had been tbe sixth Master ; he urged the brethren to support their new W . M . In offering the toast of his health , he was

assured it would meet a hearty reception at the hands of the brethren . After a song— " Tom Bowling "—by Bro . Dettmer , came the reply of Bro , Norris . The I . P . M . had just put to him the question as to whether he was ready ? He had answered yes ; but when it came to the point he hardly knew what to say . However , he could assure the members he felt proud to receive so hearty a greeting , and

would strain every nerve to deserve the good wishes they had so lavishly vouchsafed him . As one of the founders of the Lodge he was gratified at seeing it in so prosperous a condition . Before resuming his seat , he would offer the next toast for their acceptance . Bro . Osborn likewise was one of the founders of the Sir Hugh Myddelton Lodge ; he had ably fulfilled the duties of

Secretary dnring the first years of its existence , and had now passed through the chair of the Lodge . His work had been done to the entire satisfaction of the members , who at the last meeting had unanimously voted him a jewel . This jewel it was now his ( Brother Norris ' s ) privilege to present . He did it with a fervent desire that Bro . Osborn might wear it for many years , and continue an honoured

and respected member . With great pleasure he wonld call on the brethren to drink to the health of the Immediate Past Master . The jewel , which had been handed round , was manufactured by Bro . Ollidge , Treasnrer of the Lodge , aud reflects great credit upon his artistic ability . Bro . Franklin Clive here gave the popular " German Student ' s Song , " which was enthusiastically applauded . Brother

Osborn , in responding , was exceedingly grateful to the W . M . for what he had said in his praise . Twelve months since the members bad placed him in the chair ; when he looked back upon the events of his term of office , he could but think his exertions bad met with their approval . Were anything needed to intensify this impression on his mind , he thought it would be found in the unanimity with

which the brethren had voted him the jewel . He was Secretary to the Lodge from the time of its commencement till he tcok tho office of Warden , and now he had passed the chair it was decided that ho should resume his old functions . Without egotism he mi ght say that as Secretary ho was in a position to further the interests of the Lodge , which should always command his services . He thought

the Lodge was on a fair road to prosperity ; they had had nine gentlemen initiated during tho time he ruled as Master , and it was very gratifying to know that other good men and truo were coming forward . In conclusion , Brother Osborn hoped he might live for many years to take part , in the proceedings . The other

toasts were clone ample justice to . The Visitors severally responded to the compliment paid them . Bro . Coombs replied for tho Past Masters , and male reference in sorrowful terms to the sad illness with whioh Bro . Somers was afflicted . The musical talent of the members was well exercised , Bros . Dillon , Hurst , and others ably tlistiu-

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guishing themselves . We have previously mentioned Bro . Franklin Clive , bnt we must award him special praise for his rendering of " The Diver . " We have never heard it sung better . Bro . Wri ght , ns accompanyist , satisfied every requirement .

LOYAL WYE LODGE , No . 1807 .

rpHE Annual Installation meeting was held at the Masonio Rooms , J- Bnilth , on Tuesday , the 23 rd ult ., and was numerously attended , the Deputy Provincial Grand Master Brother Marmaduke Tennant being the Installing Master . Present—Bros . Wm . Williams W . M . P . G . C , A . Gwynne-Vaughan W . M . elect , William Price S . W ., H . V . Thomas J . W ., J . W . Coulthard Sec , J . G . Woods J . D ., J . Phillips Org ., A . Truscott I . G . ; also Bros . J . Rees , Dr . Lewis , W . P . Campbell ,

George Bowen , George Green , Dr . Richardson , Wm . Smith , Dr . Benuett , J . P . Lidstoue , P . James , D . Thomas , T . Joseph , J . Farthing , A . Beaven , and H . M . Bradford . Visitors—Bros . W . Whittington P . M . P . G . J . W ., J . A . Whittle P . M . P . G . S . W . 651 , Frank Grund y P . M . 651 , T . Luther Jones , Bangor Lodge . The minutes of the previons meeting were read and confirmed , and then ballot was taken

for Messrs . C . P . Peters aud S . B . Williams , for initiation , and Bro . A . Beaven as a joining member , each of whom were elected . Bro . J . Luther Jones was proposed as a joining member by Bro . A . Gwynne-Vaughan W . M . elect , and seconded by Bro . Wm . Price S . W . The Deputy Prov . G . M . proceeded to instal the new Master , which ceremony was most impressively performed . Bro . A . Gwynne

Vaughan then invested his Officers for the ensuing year : —Bros . H . V . Thomas as S . W ., B . Davies as J . W ., A . Truscott S . D ., J . G . Woods J . D ., William Price Secretary , John Farthing I . G ., J . Phillips Organist , T . Rees and W . Smith Stewards , Dr . Bennett M . C , Gordon Williams Chaplaiu . The brethren adjourned to the Lion Hotel to do justice to a splendid banquet , prepared by Bro . James . The Depnty ,

in proposing the health of the W . M ., spoke of him as a worthy auccea - sor to rule and govern the'Lodge , and as one to whom the interest of the Lodge would be a paramount duty , and especially dwelt on the progress of the Loyal Wye Lodge , and to its having lately voted £ 20 to the Masonic Charities . The W . M . replied , and then proposed the health of tbe I . P . M ., which was most enthusiastically received . Bro .

Williams indefatigable exertions on behalf of the Lodge were fully recognised , aud he was congratulated on his recent appointment as Provincial Graud Chaplain . To this he suitably replied . Several Loyal and Masonic toasts closed the evening , whioh was a very enjoy , able one , and long to be remembered in the history of the Loyal Wye Lodgo .

Royal union Lodge of Instruction , No . 382 . —On Wednesday , 31 st May , at the Chequers Hotel , Uxbridge . Bros . Taplin W . M ., Nicholson S . W ., Brooks J . W ., Cotton S . D ., Phillips I . G . and Tyler . After the usual formalities , the ceremony of initiation

was rehearsed , Bro . Bailey candidate . Lodge was called from and to labour . The ancient charge after initiation was delivered . Bro . Bailey , who is but an E . A ., was interrogated . Bro . Nicholson waa unanimously elected to fill the chair at the next meeting . Lodge was closed , and adjourned until Wednesday , the 7 th June .

United Pilgrims Lodge of Instruction , No . 507 . —1 meeting was held at the Surrey Masonic Hall , Camberwell , S . E ., on Friday , 26 th ult ., at 7 . 30 , Bro . Richard Poore opening the Lodge precisely at the appointed time . The W . M . was supported by Brothers C . H . Phillips S . W ., J . Bate J . W ., H . Goodwin S . D ., G . W . Knight J . D ., E . Newby I . G ., James Stevens P . M . and Hon . Preceptor , H . M .

Williams , G . Hubbard , F . J . Perks , W . H . Chase , T . A . Harper W . M . 1216 , and others . The first section having been worked by the brethren , the ceremony of initiation was exceedingly well rehearsed by the W . M ., Brother Perks acting as candidate . The examination for proficiency was also rehearsed . Bro . Bate delivered the Charge to the initiate . A portion of the lecture ou the first tracing board

was given by tbe Preceptor . A uotice of motion for amending Byelaws was renewed , and the proposals adjourned for consideration at next meeting . Bro . C . H . Phillips was elected W . M . for the ensuing week . A cordial vote of thanks waa recorded in favour of Brother Richard Poore for his able discharge of the duties of W . M . on this occasion , and the Lodge was closed in due form .

Montefiore Lodge , No . 1017 . —The regular meeting was held on the 31 st ult ., at the Masonic Rooms , Air-street , Regent-street . The Lodge was opened by Bros . Abraham W . M ., M . Levy S . W ., J . Syer J . W ., Albert P . G . P . Sec , L . Jacobs Trea ., G . T . Mann S . D ., Benjamin J . D ., Valleutin I . G ., D . M . Davis Org ., P . M . ' s Gruuebaum , S . Poliitzer , J . Lazarns , G . Brandon , A . Blnmenthal . Visitors—Bros .

T . J . Maidwell P . M . 27 , E . Swanborough P . M . 1319 , Bloomfield 185 , Jones Kilburn Lodge , H . M . Levy 188 , Paul Levy 1510 . The name of a candidate was on the agenda paper for piissing , but he w ^ s not present . Lodge was closed until October . The brethren sat down to a sumptuous and ruchercho banquet , provided by Bro . Nicols , and superintended by Bro . Pigachc . The W . M ., who is an old and

respected P . M ., occupied tho chair . He proposed in eloquent terms , the toast of "The Queen . " In introducing the toasts of the Grand Officers , the W . M . said tho Lodge felt honoured by the presence of a member who is one of the Grand Officers . Tho brother ho referred to was known to them in another capacity , —that of Secretary . No worthier or better representative of Grand Lodge to

conld be found . Bro . E . P . Albert P . G . P . effectively responded tho toast . Tho W . M . then proposed iho toast of the Visitors . Bro . E . Swanborough P . M . in reply said he felt proud to be present on this occasion ; ho had many pleasing recollections of tho Lodge , Bi o . J . Lazurus P . M . proposed tho toast of the W . M ., who for tho third time occupied the chair iu this Lodge , This showed the bretti-