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Notices Of Meetings.
NOTICES OF MEETINGS .
Egyptian Lodge of Instruction , No . 27 . —Met on 4 th January at Bro . Maidwell ' s , Hercules Taverh , Leadenhall-Btreet . Present—Bros . Powell W . M ., Hill S . W ., Biddlo J . W ., Hollands S . D ., Hewlett J . D ., Levy I . G . Past Masters Bros . Davis , Webb Preceptor . Visitors—Bros . Hogarth and Horsley . The Lodgo waa opened . The ceremony of initiation was ably rehearsed by Bro . Powell , Bro .
Davis P . M . candidato . The 1 st , 2 nd , 3 rd , and 4 th sections of the Leotnre were worked by Bro . Hewlett , assisted by Bros . Webb and tho brothron . A vote of thanks was recorded to Bro . Powell for the able manner he worked tho ceremony for the first time in this Lodge . Bro . Hill was elected W . M . for tho ensuing week . Nothing further offering , the Lodgo was closed .
Prosperity Lodge of Instruction , No . 65 . —Held at Bro . Maidwell ' s , Hercnles Tavern , Leadenhall-street , on 2 nd Jan . Present—Bros . Hill W . M ., Bedell S . W ., Ellis J . W ., Maidwell S . D ., Sayer I . G ., Symonds , Baxter , Daniel , Hollands , Davey P . M ., Eiohards , Marks , Dart , Hewlett . After Lodge had been opened , and the minutes confirmed , the ceremony of initiation waa rehearsed , Bro .
Hewlett candidate . Bro . Dart answered the questions leading to the second degree , and was entrusted . The Lodgo resumed to the Becond degree , and Bro . Dart was passed . The Lodge resumed to the first degree , and the first and second seotions of tho Lecture were worked by Bro . Ellis , assisted by the brethren . Bros . Symonds , Hewlett and Dart were elected mombers . On the ensuing Tuesday arrangements will be made for the annual banquet .
St . John ' s Lodge , No . 70 . —The annual meeting of this Lodge was held at the Masonic Temple , Plymonth , on the day of St . John the Evangelist . The minutes having been confirmed , two gentlemen were ballotted for , and , having been duly elected , they were initiated . This ceremony was performed by the W . M ., Bro . Thomas . Tho next bnsiness was tho installation , which was also
conducted by the retiring W . M ., Bro . H . W . Thomas , who very ably installed his successor , Bro . Eiohard Pengelly S . W . He had the able assistance of the W . Bros . J . J . Avery , Gover , Westcott , V . Bird , and a large Board of Installed Masters ! The officers appointed for tho ensuing year were : —Bros . H . W . Thomas I . P . M ., J . Arnold S . W ., Samuel Eoach J . W .. L . D . Westcott P . P . G . S . Works . Treas ., J . B . Gover
P . P . G . A . D . C . Sec , J . Lean S . D ., J . Willcocks J . D ., C . Stribling P . G . S . D . C ., E . Tout A . D . C ., H . Arnold Org ., W . Odam I . G ., J . Fox S . S ., H . Eichardson J . S ., T . Smith Ty ler . The nsnal bnsiness consequent at the yearly meeting having been transacted , the brethren adjonrned to the Globe Hotel , where the banqnet was held , which , as on former occasions , wa 3 all that could be
desired . The W . Master proposed The Queen , the Patron of the Order , which was received with the usual enthusiasm . W . Bro . Stribling , in proposing the health of H . E . H . the Prince of Wales , the M . W . Grand Master , alluded to the eminent services rendered to the Order by its illustrious bead ; onr Grand Master always efficiently performs his duty , and had been ably assisted by the Grand Officers .
W . Bro . J . B . Gover proposed the toast of the E . W . P . G . Master , the Eev . Bro . Huysho the E . W ., Bro . L . P . Methnm D . G . M ., and the Officers past and present of the Prov . Grand Lodge of Devon . He said that the name of Bro . Hnyshe was always identical with pnre Freemasonry . As a landowner and landlord , he was universally respected ; as a magistrate , his decisions had never been questioned
because he always tempered jnstico with mercy ; as a clergyman , he was tho venerated adviser and helper of his parishoners , in fact , no one of them ever wanted either the necessaries or comforts of life , because Bro . Hnyshe , or his amiable wife ( who was a Mason in heart and practice ) , always cared for every poor and needy person in their district ; as a Freemason , the Prov . Grand Master was respected
throughout the length and breadth of England ; his experience of more than half-a-century , his munificent donations and subscriptions to every charity , whether inside or outside of the Order , and the high and exalted positions he had filled in every degree , had caused him to be regarded as ' one of the pillars of the Order , whilst in his own Province of
Devon , over which he had ruled for a quarter of a century , he was universally beloved . Bro . Metham was also known far and wide for his practical Masonry . The Female Orphan Asylum at Stoke would be a lasting monument to him ; it would remain , when marble memorials have crumbled into dust , a lasting tribute to his indomitable energy and perseverance . As tho second ruler in the province , he
was always accessible , always ready to give advice and assistance to his brethren , however humble , and he had done very much to raise the tone of Freemasonry in Devon . The P . G . officers , past and present , were the right men in the right placo . The Masons of Devon need never be ashamed of their officers . The Eev . W . Whittley returned thanks for the Past Grand officers . He endorsed all that
had been said by the proposer . As to tho practical Masonry of the P . G . Master and tho D . P . G . Master , their names were household words , aud their example , if followed by all the brethren , wonld cause Freemasonry to assume a higher position than oven the exalted one which it at present held . W . Bro . Cnrtcis P . G . S . W ., in returning thanks for the P . Grand officers , said it occurred
to him that Bro . Gover had remarked , some years ago , that the Grand officers were always tho best Masons , and accepting that as a truism , he had much pleasure in occupying tho proud position of Senior Grand Warden . His name had been mentioned on many occasions as a beggar , he was proud of tho name ;
he had begged beforo for other Chanties . He was begging now for the Eoyal Masonic Benevolent Institution for Aged Masons and their Widows jnnd having carried up a largo amount fcr that Institution , he hoped at no very distant period , to ask the cordial co-operation of the brethren to a new Charity , to be introduced by tho E . W . Bro . Motham , 9 . ud to be called" The Huysho Educational Fund , " its object being to
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olothe and educate the sons and daughters of deceased or indigent Free , masons . W . Bro . Westcott proposed tho E . W . Bro . tho Earl Mount Edgecumbe P . G . M ., the E . W . Bro . Sir F . M . Williams D . P . G . M ., and tho officers of the Grand Lodge of Cornwall . He alluded to the rapid progress of the Order under the genial sway of the present rulers ; tho courtesy and urbanity of manner of tho P . G . Master was widely
known aud appreciated , and tho cordial manner in which he had acted with Devon , on the occasion of the visit of the Princo of Walea to Plymouth , had cemented tho two provinces . He also bore willing testimony to tho eminent services rendered to tho Craft by the W . Bro . Hnghan P . G . D . of England , who wa 3 an authority , not only iu his own province , hut throughout tho world . He regretted that a
previous engagement prevented tho noble Earl Mount Edgocumbo , and indisposition prevented Bro . Hnghan from being present . Bro . H . Clarke S . W . of Lodge 1071 , Cornwall , returned thanks , reoiprocating all kindly feelings . E . W . Bro . Moore ( tho Mayor of Plymonth ) proposed tho health of the W . Master , Bro . Pengelly . Ho said , his short experience in the Order had taught him that no one
could be unanimously elected to the proud position of W . M . of such an influential and numerous Lodge ns St . John ' s , unless ho had proved himself to be worthy of the proud position which ho held ; from what he knew and what he had heard , he believed that Bro . Pengelly wonld preserve the prestige of his Lodge , and he sincerely wished him a very successful year of office . The W . Master , in a
few well chosen words , returned thanks ,: He thoroughly appreciated the high honour of presiding over the senior Lodge of this portion of the province . He knew he could always rely on the assistance of the Past Masters , and he hoped his officers would be punctual in attendance , and perfect in their duties . Bro . J . J . Avery proposed the health of the I . P . M ., Bro . Henry W . Thomas , who had well and
efficiently performed his duties for the past year . Under his presi . dency , there had been nothing but peace and unanimity j there had been a large increase of members , a large increase of subscriptions to various charities , ft marked improvement in working , aud he handed to his successor the warrant pure and unsullied . The brethren of the Lodge , duly appreciating his services , had resolved to present him with
a P . M . 's jewel . It was not a vote from Lodge funds , but a gift from the members individually , to mark thoir appreciation of the effioient services renderedby Bro . Thomas . During his Mastership theLodgehad been very happy and prosperous . He left the chair with the warmest wishes of the brethren for his continued health and prosperity , and all hoped that ho ' might be long spared to continue his very valuable
assistance to tho Lodge . Bro . Thomas said he was taken by surprise , and could not find words to express his thankfulness to the brethren for their generous and thoughtful kindness . He should always set a high value on the jewel just presented , not on account of its intrinsic value , although that was considerable , but because of the true brotherly feeling manifested towards him by every member of the
Lodgo . He was very glad to thiuk that faults of which ho was conscious had been overlooked by the brethren , they had each and all clone their utmost to make his year of offico a pleasant and pros , porous one , and they had succeeded . The amount of work done had been very large . Their donations to different charities bore favourable comparison with any other Lodge in tho province , and their
funds were in a flourishing condition . He left the chair with regret , because of its many happy associations , but he was prond to think that whilst there he had , however undeservedly , won their approbation , and he should ever remember with gratitude their many kindnesses . The W . M . proposed the healths of tho Wardens . Bro . J . Arnold had been constant in attendance , and efficiently performed
his duties . Bro . S . Eoach was an old Mason , he was highly respected by his brethren , and he was sure he could rely upon the Wardens carrying out their duties to the satisfaction of the Lodge . Bro . J . Arnold thanked the Lodge for his position in it ; he would endeavour faithfully to carry ont the duties of his office . Bro . S . Eoach said that from various causes he had been prevented from
attending Lodge so often as he could have wished , but he fully intended being present on every possible occasion . He had a high respect for the Order . None could fail to be impressed with the loyalty and power for good which was contained in Freemasonry Bro . Thomas proposed the healths of the Treasurer and Secretary A Lodge owed a great deal to these officers : their work was arduous .
and continuous . Their Treasurer was always at his desk , ever ready to receive dues and fees , and equally , ready to expend . He occupied a prond position in the Lodge , and deservedly so . The Secretary had for many years occupied his position , to the satisfaction of all . His Masonic experience was invaluable , his advice and assistance were always available , and he was sure that the Treasurer and
Secretary had the respect and best wishes of the members . Bro . Westcott returnod thanks to the brethren for their renewed confidence Hi 3 motives were to so manage the funds that there mi ght always be an available balance , but when votes were mado for any charity it had never been his custom to see which side the balance stood ; he was only too happy to pay . He congratulated tho Lodgo on its
present financial position . Bro . Gover said his position was no doubt highly honourable , but the Secretary was very generally the scapegoat for the sins of tho Lodge , and it required somo amiability of temper to bear the faults of other 3 in' addition to his own . He , however , always acted with the best possiblo intentions , and if in tho execution of his duties ho inadvertently offended any one , ho assurod
them that it was nob intended ; that ho aimed to please every member , and preserve intact the dignity and honour of his mother Lodgo . The Worshipful Master proposed tho Past Masters . Few Lodges were so favoured with largo atteudaucos of P . M . ' s a 3 Lodgo 70 . They could always bo relied upon for advico and assistance , thus rendering the duties of the chair comparatively easy .
W . Bro . Holmes could speak fur all the others , thoy were always happy to be of assistance to tho tt ' . M ., or to fill any vacant offico , howcror humble . W . Bro . Andrews proposed tho Assistant Officers , without their constant attendenco , and knowledge of their duties , tho work of the Lodgo could not be carried on with effect ; ho thought it was the toast of the evening , W . Bro . C , Stribling P . M ., & c , thought
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Notices Of Meetings.
NOTICES OF MEETINGS .
Egyptian Lodge of Instruction , No . 27 . —Met on 4 th January at Bro . Maidwell ' s , Hercules Taverh , Leadenhall-Btreet . Present—Bros . Powell W . M ., Hill S . W ., Biddlo J . W ., Hollands S . D ., Hewlett J . D ., Levy I . G . Past Masters Bros . Davis , Webb Preceptor . Visitors—Bros . Hogarth and Horsley . The Lodgo waa opened . The ceremony of initiation was ably rehearsed by Bro . Powell , Bro .
Davis P . M . candidato . The 1 st , 2 nd , 3 rd , and 4 th sections of the Leotnre were worked by Bro . Hewlett , assisted by Bros . Webb and tho brothron . A vote of thanks was recorded to Bro . Powell for the able manner he worked tho ceremony for the first time in this Lodge . Bro . Hill was elected W . M . for tho ensuing week . Nothing further offering , the Lodgo was closed .
Prosperity Lodge of Instruction , No . 65 . —Held at Bro . Maidwell ' s , Hercnles Tavern , Leadenhall-street , on 2 nd Jan . Present—Bros . Hill W . M ., Bedell S . W ., Ellis J . W ., Maidwell S . D ., Sayer I . G ., Symonds , Baxter , Daniel , Hollands , Davey P . M ., Eiohards , Marks , Dart , Hewlett . After Lodge had been opened , and the minutes confirmed , the ceremony of initiation waa rehearsed , Bro .
Hewlett candidate . Bro . Dart answered the questions leading to the second degree , and was entrusted . The Lodgo resumed to the Becond degree , and Bro . Dart was passed . The Lodge resumed to the first degree , and the first and second seotions of tho Lecture were worked by Bro . Ellis , assisted by the brethren . Bros . Symonds , Hewlett and Dart were elected mombers . On the ensuing Tuesday arrangements will be made for the annual banquet .
St . John ' s Lodge , No . 70 . —The annual meeting of this Lodge was held at the Masonic Temple , Plymonth , on the day of St . John the Evangelist . The minutes having been confirmed , two gentlemen were ballotted for , and , having been duly elected , they were initiated . This ceremony was performed by the W . M ., Bro . Thomas . Tho next bnsiness was tho installation , which was also
conducted by the retiring W . M ., Bro . H . W . Thomas , who very ably installed his successor , Bro . Eiohard Pengelly S . W . He had the able assistance of the W . Bros . J . J . Avery , Gover , Westcott , V . Bird , and a large Board of Installed Masters ! The officers appointed for tho ensuing year were : —Bros . H . W . Thomas I . P . M ., J . Arnold S . W ., Samuel Eoach J . W .. L . D . Westcott P . P . G . S . Works . Treas ., J . B . Gover
P . P . G . A . D . C . Sec , J . Lean S . D ., J . Willcocks J . D ., C . Stribling P . G . S . D . C ., E . Tout A . D . C ., H . Arnold Org ., W . Odam I . G ., J . Fox S . S ., H . Eichardson J . S ., T . Smith Ty ler . The nsnal bnsiness consequent at the yearly meeting having been transacted , the brethren adjonrned to the Globe Hotel , where the banqnet was held , which , as on former occasions , wa 3 all that could be
desired . The W . Master proposed The Queen , the Patron of the Order , which was received with the usual enthusiasm . W . Bro . Stribling , in proposing the health of H . E . H . the Prince of Wales , the M . W . Grand Master , alluded to the eminent services rendered to the Order by its illustrious bead ; onr Grand Master always efficiently performs his duty , and had been ably assisted by the Grand Officers .
W . Bro . J . B . Gover proposed the toast of the E . W . P . G . Master , the Eev . Bro . Huysho the E . W ., Bro . L . P . Methnm D . G . M ., and the Officers past and present of the Prov . Grand Lodge of Devon . He said that the name of Bro . Hnyshe was always identical with pnre Freemasonry . As a landowner and landlord , he was universally respected ; as a magistrate , his decisions had never been questioned
because he always tempered jnstico with mercy ; as a clergyman , he was tho venerated adviser and helper of his parishoners , in fact , no one of them ever wanted either the necessaries or comforts of life , because Bro . Hnyshe , or his amiable wife ( who was a Mason in heart and practice ) , always cared for every poor and needy person in their district ; as a Freemason , the Prov . Grand Master was respected
throughout the length and breadth of England ; his experience of more than half-a-century , his munificent donations and subscriptions to every charity , whether inside or outside of the Order , and the high and exalted positions he had filled in every degree , had caused him to be regarded as ' one of the pillars of the Order , whilst in his own Province of
Devon , over which he had ruled for a quarter of a century , he was universally beloved . Bro . Metham was also known far and wide for his practical Masonry . The Female Orphan Asylum at Stoke would be a lasting monument to him ; it would remain , when marble memorials have crumbled into dust , a lasting tribute to his indomitable energy and perseverance . As tho second ruler in the province , he
was always accessible , always ready to give advice and assistance to his brethren , however humble , and he had done very much to raise the tone of Freemasonry in Devon . The P . G . officers , past and present , were the right men in the right placo . The Masons of Devon need never be ashamed of their officers . The Eev . W . Whittley returned thanks for the Past Grand officers . He endorsed all that
had been said by the proposer . As to tho practical Masonry of the P . G . Master and tho D . P . G . Master , their names were household words , aud their example , if followed by all the brethren , wonld cause Freemasonry to assume a higher position than oven the exalted one which it at present held . W . Bro . Cnrtcis P . G . S . W ., in returning thanks for the P . Grand officers , said it occurred
to him that Bro . Gover had remarked , some years ago , that the Grand officers were always tho best Masons , and accepting that as a truism , he had much pleasure in occupying tho proud position of Senior Grand Warden . His name had been mentioned on many occasions as a beggar , he was proud of tho name ;
he had begged beforo for other Chanties . He was begging now for the Eoyal Masonic Benevolent Institution for Aged Masons and their Widows jnnd having carried up a largo amount fcr that Institution , he hoped at no very distant period , to ask the cordial co-operation of the brethren to a new Charity , to be introduced by tho E . W . Bro . Motham , 9 . ud to be called" The Huysho Educational Fund , " its object being to
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olothe and educate the sons and daughters of deceased or indigent Free , masons . W . Bro . Westcott proposed tho E . W . Bro . tho Earl Mount Edgecumbe P . G . M ., the E . W . Bro . Sir F . M . Williams D . P . G . M ., and tho officers of the Grand Lodge of Cornwall . He alluded to the rapid progress of the Order under the genial sway of the present rulers ; tho courtesy and urbanity of manner of tho P . G . Master was widely
known aud appreciated , and tho cordial manner in which he had acted with Devon , on the occasion of the visit of the Princo of Walea to Plymouth , had cemented tho two provinces . He also bore willing testimony to tho eminent services rendered to tho Craft by the W . Bro . Hnghan P . G . D . of England , who wa 3 an authority , not only iu his own province , hut throughout tho world . He regretted that a
previous engagement prevented tho noble Earl Mount Edgocumbo , and indisposition prevented Bro . Hnghan from being present . Bro . H . Clarke S . W . of Lodge 1071 , Cornwall , returned thanks , reoiprocating all kindly feelings . E . W . Bro . Moore ( tho Mayor of Plymonth ) proposed tho health of the W . Master , Bro . Pengelly . Ho said , his short experience in the Order had taught him that no one
could be unanimously elected to the proud position of W . M . of such an influential and numerous Lodge ns St . John ' s , unless ho had proved himself to be worthy of the proud position which ho held ; from what he knew and what he had heard , he believed that Bro . Pengelly wonld preserve the prestige of his Lodge , and he sincerely wished him a very successful year of office . The W . Master , in a
few well chosen words , returned thanks ,: He thoroughly appreciated the high honour of presiding over the senior Lodge of this portion of the province . He knew he could always rely on the assistance of the Past Masters , and he hoped his officers would be punctual in attendance , and perfect in their duties . Bro . J . J . Avery proposed the health of the I . P . M ., Bro . Henry W . Thomas , who had well and
efficiently performed his duties for the past year . Under his presi . dency , there had been nothing but peace and unanimity j there had been a large increase of members , a large increase of subscriptions to various charities , ft marked improvement in working , aud he handed to his successor the warrant pure and unsullied . The brethren of the Lodge , duly appreciating his services , had resolved to present him with
a P . M . 's jewel . It was not a vote from Lodge funds , but a gift from the members individually , to mark thoir appreciation of the effioient services renderedby Bro . Thomas . During his Mastership theLodgehad been very happy and prosperous . He left the chair with the warmest wishes of the brethren for his continued health and prosperity , and all hoped that ho ' might be long spared to continue his very valuable
assistance to tho Lodge . Bro . Thomas said he was taken by surprise , and could not find words to express his thankfulness to the brethren for their generous and thoughtful kindness . He should always set a high value on the jewel just presented , not on account of its intrinsic value , although that was considerable , but because of the true brotherly feeling manifested towards him by every member of the
Lodgo . He was very glad to thiuk that faults of which ho was conscious had been overlooked by the brethren , they had each and all clone their utmost to make his year of offico a pleasant and pros , porous one , and they had succeeded . The amount of work done had been very large . Their donations to different charities bore favourable comparison with any other Lodge in tho province , and their
funds were in a flourishing condition . He left the chair with regret , because of its many happy associations , but he was prond to think that whilst there he had , however undeservedly , won their approbation , and he should ever remember with gratitude their many kindnesses . The W . M . proposed the healths of tho Wardens . Bro . J . Arnold had been constant in attendance , and efficiently performed
his duties . Bro . S . Eoach was an old Mason , he was highly respected by his brethren , and he was sure he could rely upon the Wardens carrying out their duties to the satisfaction of the Lodge . Bro . J . Arnold thanked the Lodge for his position in it ; he would endeavour faithfully to carry ont the duties of his office . Bro . S . Eoach said that from various causes he had been prevented from
attending Lodge so often as he could have wished , but he fully intended being present on every possible occasion . He had a high respect for the Order . None could fail to be impressed with the loyalty and power for good which was contained in Freemasonry Bro . Thomas proposed the healths of the Treasurer and Secretary A Lodge owed a great deal to these officers : their work was arduous .
and continuous . Their Treasurer was always at his desk , ever ready to receive dues and fees , and equally , ready to expend . He occupied a prond position in the Lodge , and deservedly so . The Secretary had for many years occupied his position , to the satisfaction of all . His Masonic experience was invaluable , his advice and assistance were always available , and he was sure that the Treasurer and
Secretary had the respect and best wishes of the members . Bro . Westcott returnod thanks to the brethren for their renewed confidence Hi 3 motives were to so manage the funds that there mi ght always be an available balance , but when votes were mado for any charity it had never been his custom to see which side the balance stood ; he was only too happy to pay . He congratulated tho Lodgo on its
present financial position . Bro . Gover said his position was no doubt highly honourable , but the Secretary was very generally the scapegoat for the sins of tho Lodge , and it required somo amiability of temper to bear the faults of other 3 in' addition to his own . He , however , always acted with the best possiblo intentions , and if in tho execution of his duties ho inadvertently offended any one , ho assurod
them that it was nob intended ; that ho aimed to please every member , and preserve intact the dignity and honour of his mother Lodgo . The Worshipful Master proposed tho Past Masters . Few Lodges were so favoured with largo atteudaucos of P . M . ' s a 3 Lodgo 70 . They could always bo relied upon for advico and assistance , thus rendering the duties of the chair comparatively easy .
W . Bro . Holmes could speak fur all the others , thoy were always happy to be of assistance to tho tt ' . M ., or to fill any vacant offico , howcror humble . W . Bro . Andrews proposed tho Assistant Officers , without their constant attendenco , and knowledge of their duties , tho work of the Lodgo could not be carried on with effect ; ho thought it was the toast of the evening , W . Bro . C , Stribling P . M ., & c , thought