Notices Of Meetings.

Bro . Richmond was presented for installation by Bro . tho Hon . Henry Holbrook and Bro . W . Jones P . M . The now W . M . invested his Officers , as follow - —Bros . Georgo F . Bird Immediate Past Master , John Leay S . W ., J . Clarke J . W ., John Morris P . M . Treasurer , Richardson Sec , Elsby S . D ., Hawkins J . D ., Shaw I . G ., Jones D . C ,

Forrester S . S ., Evans J . S . Tho next business was tho presentation by the W . M ., on behalf of tho Lodge , of a haudsome gold P . M . ' s jewel to the I . P . M . ( Bro . G . F . Bird , of Be ' oiugtou ) . In presenting

it the W . M . referred in eulogistic terms to Bro . Bird s services , and tho I . P . M . suitably responded . The brethren then adjourned to the regular Lodge room at the Union Hotel , where a rdcherche" banquet was provided by Mrs . Acton , in hor best style .

CEDEWAIN LODGti , No . 1594

rpHE brethren of this Lodgo held their installation and anniversary _ L festival at the Lodgo Room , Public Rooms , Newtown , North Wales , on Thursday , 19 th ultimo , when Bro . Evan Humphreys was installed W . M . for the ensuing year . After the proceedings in Lodge tho brethren ( about forty in number ) adjourned to the banqueting hall , when Bro . Humphreys took the chair , and the usual Loyal and

Masonic toasts were honoured . In responding for tho Provincial Grand Lodge Officers present and past , Bro . Forster P . M . P . G . S . B . claimed that tho Provincial Grand Lodge of North Wales had done » ood work by inducing in all the Lodges increased efforts for the focal and London Charities . In proposing the Masonic Charities Bro .

Forster made an urgent appeal for more subscriptions , and mentioned that the Cedewain Lodge during the twelvemonths had subscribed forty guineas in this direction . Bro . Sir Pryce Pryce Jones dilated on the excellenco of the Institutions , and Bro . Taylor P . M . P P . G . S . D . instanced tho practical results which followed the

educational training provided at the Schools . Bro . Danily P . M . P . P . G . S . B ., a momber of the Committee of the North Wales Charitable Association , hoped the brethren would permit him to put down

their names on his next list , and trusted that overy brother would make an effort to possess at least one vote for each Institution . The meeting closed with " God Save the Queen , " accompanied by the Organist , Bro . Chapman .

GALLERY LODGE , No . 1928

rnflE summer excursion and banquet took place on Saturday , X the 14 th ultimo , when a large party of ladies and gentlemen left Pacldington Station for Slough , where carriages were in readiness to convey them to Stoke Pogis and Buruham Beeches . After visiting tho different places of interest they resumed the drive

to Tuplow aud Maidenhead . Here a steam launch was chartered , and a number of tho party availed themselves of a pleasant trip . Bro . II . L . W . Lawson , M . P ., placed at the disposal of the members and their friends , for the occasion , his residence , Orkney

Cottage , and its grounds , together with tho use of his landing stage for boating purposes . Tho banqnet was held at the Ray Mead Hotel , Maidenhead , the Worshipful Master , John C . Duckworth , presiding , and the party returned to town , arriving shortl y before midnight , having spent a most enjoyable outing .

HENRY LEVANDER LODGE , No . 2048

fjPHE installation meeting of this Lodge was held at the Railway JL Hotel , Harrow , on Saturday , tho 28 th ult ., under tho presidency of Bto . McKay W . M ., Axford I . P . M ., Cheek S . W ., Surridgo J . W ., Lovegrovo P . M . Treasurer , Sonrrah P . M . Secretary , Webb J . D ., Joseph and Waco Stewards , Jenkins Organist , Stiles P . M ., Very

Tyler , & c . Among the Visitors were Bros . Pooro P . M . 720 , Dickey P . M . 1711 , Prince S . D . 90 , Hearne 220 (> , Wheeler Organist 220 b ' . Hudson 2206 , Dobbs 220 G , Rashloigh 487 , Woodward P . M . 19 ^ 0 , Witheringlou , Thorn , Haworth 1201 , Ross S . D . 17-14 , Reid 13 ( 11 . ' Kirkaldy P . M . 1321 , Medvvin P . M . 11 . 13 , Lee 1897 , Lone W . M . IW > , & a

Ihe Lodge was opened in regular form and the minutes were confirmed . The report of tho auditors was received , after which Bro . Cheek was installed as Worshipful Master . Tho following were appointed as the Officers : —Bros . Surridgo S . W ., Webb J . W ., Scurrab Treasurer , McKay P . M . Secretary , A . H . Sonrrah S . D ., Wace J . D .

Joseph I . G ., Reece D . G ., Gerrard A . D . C , Jenkins Organist Parker and Dickinson Stewards , Very Tyler . A Past Master ' s jewel was presented to the outgoing Master , aud this having been acknowledged the Lodge was closed . A banquet followed and at its conclusion the customary toasts wero honoured

several songs being given in the meantime . Bro . Lovegrove replied on behalf of the Provincial Grand Officers , which ho did with confidence , as he considered that no man had done more for the Province of Middlesex than ho had . He felt the Provincial Grand Master and his Deputy must bo pleased t > see the progress > , [

the district . Bro . McKay submitted tho toast of the Worshipfnl Master , whom he considered , would prove himself a worthy at , d respited occupant of the chair . Bro . Cheek returned his sincere and hearty thanks for the toast . He could not fir , r | Words to express the pleasure ho felt in occupying his

present proud position . He was ouo of the founders of the Lodge , and had looked forward to reaching the high office ho then filled , but in consequence of ill health and heavy business calls , he had utmost doubted whether it would be possible to accept tho office . He was now installed and should do his best to discharge tiie work

which fell to him . Ho hoped to bring them live initiates at their next meeting , and perhaps others wonlcl com .: forward later on . He bad journeyed from Switzerland to attend that meeting and hoped te bo back again within a few days . He had premised f () visit ; , Lod ge there and was auxious to compare the S-viss wit : i oho Lnghah

working . The IVt Masters > ,-.-.. next honoured , rind all replied . ' l V-n followed the toast of the visitors , to which Bros . Woodward aud i'lekoy responded . Tho t-mst of the Troasn : er and Suoretarv WM

rt-piie . | to by . Bros . Scurrah and McKay , aud that , of tho Officers b \ ¦ - >' - ' .-tal n \ oi . ib-.: rs of that bo : iy . " . 'he 1 ' ylor ' -j tt . 1 st brought the pro-O .-odiuo-a to a conclusion , Bro . Very having pr-vii . "isly amtucd the company with his recital of the ' . id vent urea of ' The tht ' ce flies . "

Hope Lodge, No. 2153.

HOPE LODGE , No . 2153 .

4 T the meeting of this Lodge , on Wednesday , the 25 th alt ., JLX . at the India Arms Hotel , High-street , Gosport , a very handsome marble clock was presented by its members to Bro . F . Powell , as a mark of the high estimation in which he is held by them . The Worshipful Master ( Bro . T . Strettou ) , in making the presentation , in tho name of tho Lodge , referred in eulogistic terms to tho

many valuable services rondered by the recipient to the cause of Freemasonry , and wished him long life in his new position in Her Majesty ' s service , to enjoy the fruits of his past services , although at tho same time he regretted that Bro . Powell was about to leave the locality , as his loss would be felt by mauy who had hitherto

received the beuefit of his advice and assistance , which was at all times most cheerfully giveu . Bro . Powell , in thanking them most warmly for their kind appreciation of his humble services said nothing

gave him greater pleasure than to make himself generally useful Masonically or othorwise , in giving a helping hand to all , and rendering any assistance which lay in his power . The clock bore the following inscription : —

" Presonted by the Lodge of Hope , No . 2153 , to Bro . Francia Powel I . P . M . P . P . G . D . of Ceremonies , as a mark of esteem and respect on his leaving Gosport to take up his appointment as Lieutenant aud Quartermaster , Royal Marines , Chatham . " After the Lodge business was conoluded , the members entertained Bro . Powell at a banquet in tho hotel .

Upton Lodge of Instruction , No . 1227 . — A meeting was held at the Threo Nnus Hotel , Aldgare , on Monday . Present—Bros . Hayward W . M ., Barnes S . W ., Taylor J . W ., Fenner Preceptor , Free S . D ., Schmidt I . G . ; also Bros . Moss , Patrick , Olismn , Toye , J . de Sola Pinto , & c . Lodge was opened and minntesof last meetirg

wero read and confirmed . Bro . Moss worked the first section of the lecture , assisted by the brethren . Bro . Toye answered the questions leading to second degree . Lodge was opened in the second degree , and the ceremony of passing rehearsed by the W . M ., who acquitted himself in a very creditable manner . Bro . Mops worked tho second

and Bro . Fenner the third sections of the lecture , assisted by the brethren . Lodge was resumed , when Bros . Olison , of the mother Lodge , and J . do Sola Pinto of the St . Mark Lodge , No . 102 ( S . C . ) , were elected members . Bro . Barnes was appointed to preside at the

next meeting , on Monday , tho 13 th instant , after which Lodge was closed , and adjourned . For the information of brerhren we are requested to state that this excellent Lodge of Instruction meets every Monday evening , all the year round ( Bank Holidays excepted ) , at 8 p . m .

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rpHIS Company will issue cheap tickets trom Fenc ' nurch Street , 1- Stepney , Bromley , Plaistow , Upton Park , Eist Ham and Barking to Southend , Rosherville Gardens and Gravesend , bv all trains on Sunday and Monday , 5 than > l fith Angus ' . Fares : S nthend and back , 1 st class 5 s , 3 rd cfa . ^ s 2 s 6 Y (; Rosherville Gardens , including admission ami back , L't class 3 s , 3 rd chiss Is 9 d ; Wru-e- ^ nrt

and back , 1 st class 2 s f > d , 3 rd class Is fid . Ihe or- 'inar * . return tickets for distances exceeding 12 miles wi'l be -. v : i lable from Thursday , 2 nd August , to Wednesday , Srh Afore-:. Tickets can he obtained at tho branch booking offices , 137 L- > n : ; w ! Street . E . ; i- Reyn ) Exeharu e Buildings , E . G . ; 8 Grano II . te ) Buildings . TraT-dgar Square ; 23 Regent Circus , Piccadill y , W . O .. ad jil - : ' ¦ Stations .

Another Lodge will IK ; outiseoralcd l ; o-d ; iy ( "viturd i- ) , — the St . Patients , No . 2271 The c . remnny wi-l take place at 4 p . m ., fit the . Midland Grand Hotel , 8 ' . Panei ^ s . ( Jol . Shadwell H . Gierke , the Grand Secretary , unci rinking the functions of Consecrating Officer . The PL . W . h > ro . Sir R . N . Fowler , Bart ., P . M ., P . G . W ., is the W . M . designate .

At a meeting , on the 17 fch ultimo , at the Albion Tavern , Bro . E . Y . Jol I iff e was installed in the chair of the Aidersgate Lodge . The other Officers invested included Bro . H . B . Marshall , C . C ., J . P . and Bro . P . F . R . Saillard .

Tho Lord Wuyor , Major and Sheriff Davies , J . P ., find Bro . Sheriff Higgs have accepted invitations to a meeting of the St . Duti-itau ' s Lodge , ou Wednesday , 2 ( ith September .

The animal Provincial Grand Lodge of Esex will be holden , under the presidency of . the Right H . nmtuble the Lord Brooke , M . P ., Provincial Grand Master , at the Corn Exchange , Colchester , on Thursday , the 9 th instant , at two o ' clock p . m . Tho Provincial Grand Lr dg ; e will be

opened puncinaily at , ii . o 0 p . m ., and niter business a banquet will bo served at the Cups H / to ) , at five o ' eh ck .

The quarterly meeting of the Lodge of Hope at d Unity , ' No . 214 , was held at the White Hart Hotel , Brentwood , on the 2 Gth ult . After the business tho brethren

adjourned to an excellent banquet , served b y Mrs . Mason .

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FUMIRALS properly carried out and personally attended , in London and Country , by Bro . G . A . HDTTON , 17 Newcastle Stveot , Strand , W . O . Monuments erected . Valuations made .