Consecration.

CONSECRATION .

RADCLIFFE LODGE . ON Wednesday afternoon , 27 th ult ., a new Lodge , to be called the Radcliffe , No . 2701 , was consecrated in the Co-operative Hall , Radcliffe , with full Masonic honours . The Founders are members of the Lodge of Faith , No . 344 , and their new Lodge was consecrated by the Provincial Grand Master of East Lancashire Colonel Le Gendre N . Starkie , assisted by his Officers .

Following the consecration Bro . T . Lawrenson was installed first Master of the Lodge , which will meet at the Boar ' s Head Hotel , special provision having been made by the owner of that house .

THE Brethren of this popular Lodge and their friends assembled on Wednesday , to celebrate their annual dinner , at their new Rooms , at the house of Bro . A . J . Baldock , the Bunch of Grapes , Lime Street , E . C . The chair was occupied by the all round friend Bro . T . Kington I . P . M .

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of the Mother Lodge , whilst the vice-chair was filled by the no less popular Bro . J . K . Pitt P . M . P . P . G . S . B . Surrey Secretary of the Instruction Lodge . We also had the pleasure of seeing among the company Bro . R . Davey P . M . Sec . of the Mother Lodge , G . Spice S . W . 193 , I . W . Simeons J . W . 193 , Metcalfe Baillie J . D . 193 , A . Johns , Strong , Brooks , Parker , Elvin , Houghton , Brennan , Wiffen , J . Turner , Bushell , Way , Forman , Cornish , Westley , Ash , Baker , Strong , Vale , Wynman .

Among the Visitors were Bros . Woodrow P . M . 1708 , Samuel P . M . 1708 , Chilcott 1624 , Wade , Brown , and others . After an excellent dinner the Chairman had very muoh pleasure to propose the health of the Queen , coupled with the Craft . Bro . Pitt in eloquent manner proposed the health of His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales , and the Grand Officers , which was also heartily responded to .

Bro . Kington P . M . Treasurer of the Mother Lodge said the Instruction Lodge had been pushed about , bat now they had returned to their old quarters , and he hoped they would remain there for many years to come . The Officers of the Lodge had Masonry at heart . Bro . Pitt , as all knew , did everything in his power for the welfare of the Lodge . He was happy to see it in so good and flourishing a condition . For the benefit of the younger members Bro . Davey pointed out the good to be gained from visiting Instruction Lodges . Now that they had comfortable rooms he hoped the Brethren would attend more regularly .

Bro . Pitt Secretary said he did not know what to say , but heartily thanked the Chairman for his kind remarks . He had been for many years Secretary of the Lodge of Instruction , and now wished them to accept his resignation , as he thought it was time he should take a little rest , especially as there were several younger members who could fill his place , amongst others Bro . Ash . Bro . Simeons , he would also like to mention , but he was Secretary of a Lodge already , and otherwise he was a busy man . At the same time he would always think most favourably of the Confidence Lodge , and whenever in town would be pleased to attend and see the Brethren .

Bro . Elvin Treasurer thanked the W . M . and Bro . Pitt for their kind remarks . He was sorry that Bro . Pitt was going to leave them , but he deserved a little rest , and he felt sure that whether he was in Gloucestershire or anywhere else he would always think of the Confidence Lodge . By desire of the W . M . Bro . Simeons proposed the health of the Visitors . He said he was most delighted to do so , as the Lodge was always pleased to

see guests at its meetings , and endeavoured to give them a hearty welcome . He hoped they would come as often as possible to the Instruction Lodge , and if they would do so they would hear the ritual of Masonry to perfection . Bro . Bellchamber was Preceptor , and Bro . Davey and Bro . Pitt were so well-known for their excellent working that it did not require any comment on his part to further recommend it .

Bro . Woodrow P . M . responded on behalf of the Visitors , thanking the Brethren for their kind reception . He was glad to say he was Preceptor of the Woodrow Lodge , which was held in the afternoon , and was pleased to say that young members who attended the Instruction Lodges got up in Masonry in a very short time . If they wished to do the working perfectly they must attend Instruction Lodges . Now that the Confidence was established there again he wished them every success .

Bro . Samuel P . M . 1708 also thanked the W . M . for his kind reception and Bro . Simeons for his kind invite . As a Past Master he strongly advised the Brethren to attend the Instruction Lodges . Other "Visitors also acknowledged the compliment paid them . Bro . Spice was called upon by the W . M . to give the toast of prosperity to the Instruction Lodge , and did so with the greatest pleasure . He could not give the history of the Lodge , but he was sure the Confidence had the best of Officers . He was sorry the W . M . of the Mother Lodge Brother Pennock was net present .

Bro . Davey replied , and said with the united support of the Mother Lodge the Instruction Lodge was sure to prosper . Bro . Westley proposed the health of the Chairman and Vice-Chairman in a most eloquent manner . He regarded Bro . Bellchamber as one of the best Preceptors , and strongly advised the Brethren to attend the Lodge under his care .

In response the Chairman expressed his pleasure at seeing Bro . Pitt as Vice-Chairman ; it was always a treat to have him present . The Chairman explained why he took the chair that night—unfortunately Bro . Pennock the W . M . of the Mother Lodge could not attend , on account of family illness , which they all regretted .

Bro . Pitt was very grateful for their kind remarks . He was so truly devoted to the Confidence that he intended to become a member of the Mother Lodge . He should never forget the kindness he had received from the Brethren . They had always shown their confidence in him , therefore he should be pleased to be a Joining Member of the Mother Lodge .

Bro . Simeons , in his nsual quiet manner , said he would have much ploasure in proposing Bro . Pitt as a Joining Member . The Chairman proposed the health of the Host Bro . Baldock , thanking

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him for the excellent supper he had provided that evening . He was sure they would be all right . Bro . Baldock , who is a member of St . John's Lodge , No . 1343 , and a member of Royal Arch Chapter No . 483 , said about fifteen months since there was no room for meetings , but when he took possession of the house he

saw directly what was needed . Instead of having a Billiard Room they had made the room available for other purposes , and when asked if he could make it convenient to have a Lodge meeting he agreed , because he loved Masonry . He was most delighted to hear he had given satisfaction , and assured them he should endeavour to do so always , as long as they remained with him .

Bro . Bushell gave the health of Bro . Wynman , as representative of THE FREEMASON ' CHRONICLE , saying his kindness as a reporter was well known . Ho frequently attended their Lodges , and the reports given by him and the proprietor of the paper gave great satisfaction . He hoped to see Brother Wynman for many years to come amongst the Craft , which compliment was duly acknowledged on behalf of THE FBEEMASON ' CHEONICLE .

The courteous W . M ., not forgetting anything , proposed the health of the young members of the Confidence Lodge , amongst others mentioning Bros . Parker Jones , Ash , and others , who all responded in suitable terms . The W . M . proposed the health of the pianist , who he said , did not appear at the time they wished him , aud therofore had shown what trouble they would have beeu in without him . He had given some nice musio and an excellent recitation .

Bro . Kington's next toast was on behalf of Bros . M . Baillie and Davey P . M ., for the able manner in which they had carried out the arrangements for the dinner .

Among others who kindly added to the enjoyment of the evening were Bros . I . W . Simeons , J . Turner , Spice , Brown , Davey P . M ., Westley , Wade , and others . Bro . Winter presided at the piano .

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The Theatres, &C.

The Theatres , & c .

Covent Garden . —On Monday , Lohengrin . Tuesday , Romeo et Juliette . Wednesday , Die Walkure . Thursday , Faust . Friday , Carmen . Wednesday at 7-30 , other evenings at 8 .

Drury Lane . —On Thursday , The White Heather . Lyceum . —8 , The Medicine Man . Matinee , Wednesday and Saturday , 2 . Her Majesty's . —8 , Julius Cfesar . Matinee , Wednesday and Saturday , 2 . Haymarket . —8 * 30 , The Little Minister . Matinee , Wednesday and Saturday , 2-30 .

Adelphi . —8 , The Heart of Maryland . Matinee , Wednesday , 2 . Vaudeville . —8 * 20 , The French Maid . Matinee , Wednesday , 2-30 . Daly ' s . —8 * 15 , The Geisha ; A story of a Tea House . Matinee , Saturday , 2-30 , Savoy . —7 * 45 , Old Sarah . 8 * 30 , The Gondoliers . Matinee , Saturday , 2 * 30 . Lyric . —8 * 15 , Dandy Dan , the Lifeguardsman . Matinee , Saturday , 2-30 .

Prince of Wales's . —8-15 , La Poupee . Matinee , Saturday , 2-30 . Gaiety . —8 , The Circus Girl . ( Last night . ) Garrick . —8 * 15 , An Attic Drama . 9 , Too much Johnson . Matinee , Saturday , 3 .

Criterion . —8 * 15 , The Liars . Matinee , Saturday , 2-30 . St . James ' s . —8 * 15 , The Conquerors . Matinee , Wednesday and Saturday , 2 . Strand . —8 , Elaine . 9 , The J . P . Matinee , Wednesday and Saturday , 3 . Terry's . —8 * 15 , A Warm Member . 9 , Shadows on the Blind . Matinee , Saturday , 2-30 .

Globe . —8 , When George the fourth was King . 8 * 15 , The Master . Duke of York ' s . —8 , The Lady Wrangler . 8 * 45 , The Dove-Cote . Matinee , Saturday , 3 . Court . —8 * 30 , Trelawny of the " Wells . " Matinee , Saturday , 2-30 . Comedv . —8 . Constancy . 8-30 . Lord and Ladv Alav . Matinee , Saturdav . 3 .

Avenue . —8 * 15 , Love Wisely . 8 * 45 , The Club Baby . Matinee , Saturday , 3 , Shaftesbury . —8 , The Belle of New York . Matinee , Wednesday and Saturday , 2 . Parkhurst . —Next week , Little Lord Fauntleroy . Grand . —Next week , Two Little Vagabonds .

Alexandra . —Next week , Tho Daughters of Babylon . Queen ' s Opera House , Crouch End . —Next week , Thc Circus Girl . Alhambra . —7-50 , Variety Entertainment . One of the Boys , & c . Empire . —7-50 , Variety Entertainment . " The Press " Ballet , & e .

Palace . —7 * 45 , Variety Entertainment . Now American Biograph , & c . London Pavilion . —8 , Variety Entertainment . Royal . —7 * 30 , Variety Company . Saturday , 2-30 also . Egyptian Hall . —3 and 8 , Mr . J . N . Maskelyne ' s entertainment .

Crystal Haiace . —Varied attractions daily . Royal Aquarium Open 10 a . m ., close 11-30 p . m . Constant Amusement