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Notices Of Meetings.
or in the Province of Middlesex , could do better . Bro . Kmghtley felt great pleasure in attending this Lodge , especially as their W . M . was one of his oldest friends ; and Bro . H . Jenner complimented the brethren upon the quality , as well as the quantity , of the work done that day , and certainly they had had a lot of it . He should take
back with him a very good report of the Lodge aud its members to the various inhabitants of Harrow who happened to be Masons ; and he should not be surprised if at some future time he brought with him a large contingent from the neighbourhood . Bro . Sheppard wished the Lodge God speed with their Royal Arch Chapter , ancl
promised to do all he could to assist in it . He referred to Bro . Storr ' s efforts to get a widow into the Croydon Institntion , and said if every brother would take Brother Terry ' s advice , and pay their guineas into the funds , it would be a great charity to those poor Masons and widows who were in need of it . He should carry
away with him very pleasant reminiscences of his visit to Harrow that day . Time was now announced for the last returning train to town , and tbe health of the Treasurer and Secretary , aud the
Officers of tbe Lodge , were simply proposed and acknowledged , Ue Tyler closing the proceedings in due form . Bros . Joseph , Reece , and other brethren varied the speeches of the evening with some excellent songs , and altogether a very pleasant evening was enjoyed .
ST . JOHN'S LODGE , No . 70 .
A MOST interesting meeting was held on Tuesday , the 4 th May , at the Huyshe Masonic Temple , Plymouth . Bro . George Sercombe W . M ., W . S . Westcott S . W ., W . T . Ho . king J . W ., L . D . Westcott P . M . P . P . G . Supt . of Works Treasnrer , J . B . Gover P . M . P . P . G . A . D . C . Secretary , W . King S . D ., F . Wreford J . D ., H . D . Collings D . C , John Hick A . D . C ., John Newman 0 ., John Good
Steward , J . H . Evans I . G ., Edward Radden J . S ., W . H . Phillips Tyler , T . King I . P . M ., W . Lemon P . M . P . P . G . Chaplain 109 1205 2025 , J . Griffen P . M . P . J . G . D ., R . Pengelley P . M . P . P . G . A . D . C . J . Mosey P . M . P . J . G . D ., John Du Pre P . M . P . P . G . D . C , J . Rosweare P . M . P . P . G . Supt . Works Cornwall , J . R . Lord P . M . Sec . P . G . D . 970 1255 , F . Goodall P . M . Sec . P . P . G . O . 1550 954 , E . G . Bird P . M . 1550 . P . L . Pears P . M . and Secretary 1247 , Charles Pike P . M ., A . E .
Lean P . M ., Alfred Davis 48 . Visitors—Bro . Jacques Wynman 188 , and several other brethren . Lodge opened with solemn prayer ; after each Officer in rotation J . W . to I . P . M . had answered the usual questions , the minutes were read and confirmed . The ballot was
taken for Mr . George Griffen ( brother to P . M . Griffen ) , who was unanimously elected and initiated ; the working was solemnly ancl impressively performed . Bro . Lemon intimated to the W . M . that he would act as Steward for the Royal Masonic Institution for Girls , and trusted that the brethren would snpport him . It was proposed
by Bro . L . D . Westcott , and seconded by Bro . Gover , that the sum of ten guineas be voted to Bro . Lemon ; this was unanimously agreed to . Nothing else offering for the good of Freemasonry , Lodge was closed . The brethren adjourned for light refreshment . The Loyal toast was dnly honoured . Bro . Mosey and others responded for the
Grand Officers . Bro . W . T . Westcott proposed the health of the W . M ., which was received in grand Masonic style . The W . M . replied ; he was proud of his position in such a Lodge , where he had tbe assistance of such an able body of Officers . The nexfc toast was the health of the P . M . 's , the Secretary , Treasurer , ancl other Officers .
Bro . Griffen replied for tho P . M . 's , ancl the S . W . for the other Officers . The Secretary proposed the health of the Initiate , in a pleasant manner and amidst roars of laughter . The Initiate's reply was short , but good . The W . M . proposed the health of the Visitors ; ho was pleased to see a representative ( Bro . Wynman ) from
the FREEMASON s CHRONICLE amongst them . Bro . Wynman thanked the W . M . and brethren for their hospitality , and for fche courtesy they had shown him in proposing his health , in connection with prosperity to this journal . Altogether a very pleasant and social evening was spent .
LODGE OF JOPPA , No . 188 .
THE members beld their regular meeting on Monday , 3 rd inst ., afc the Freemasons' Tavern , when there were present Bros . Dewsnap W . M ., Wall S . W ., Botiboi acting as J . W ., Gardner S . D ., Lenzberg I . G ., Dodson P . M . D . of C , Hart Asst . D . of C , Rocco Chaplain , Coombs Steward , Lyon Treasurer , Lazarus P . M . Secretary ; also Bros . Martin I . P . M ., Spiegel P . M . Amongst the Visitors we noticed
Bros . Bott P . M . 1839 , Stokes W . M . 1839 , Benabo 212 , Levy 212 , Young 1601 , Ridler 214 , Seigenberg 1629 . Lodge was opened , and thft minutes of the previon * . meeting were confirmed . Bro . Seigenberg , a candidate for raising , was duly entrusted after he had answered the usual questions to the satisfaction of the brethren
present . Lodge was then opened in the third degree , ancl Bro . Seigenberg was raised . In tbe course of routine work it was decided to strike off the list of members the names of two brethren who were in arrears with their subscriptions . Brj . Spiegel as senior V . P . proposed that the Bye-laws of the Joppa Benevolent Fund be revised ;
this was seconded by Bro . Gardner S . D ., and carried . Lodge was then closed in perfect harmony , ancl adjourned till the first Monday in October . The brethren then partook of a banquet , provided by Mcbsrs . Spiers and Pond , and prepared under the superintendence of Bro . Silver , according to Jewish ritual . Fifty-two brethren sat
clown , and enjoyed themselves in brotherly love . Tho usual toasts wero proposed , ancl loyal responses given . Tho health of the P . M . 's and the Joppa Benevolent Fund having been proposed ancl
respectively responded to , tho Visitors were complimented , Bros . Stokes , Bott , Siegenberg , Benabo ancl Young replying . A capital vocal entertainment was provided by Mr . Van Noorden jun . Miss Mabel Fraser played a solo on tho violin , aud secured an enthusisatic encore .
Notices Of Meetings.
GODERICH LODGE , No . 1211 .
THERE was a large and brilliant gathering of West Yorkshire brethren at the usual monthly meeting of this Lodge , on Monday evening , 3 rd inst ., at Leeds . The Worshipful Master ( Bro . A . W . Youings ) waa surrounded by bis Officers ancl a goodly number of the members , whilst B . W . Bro . Tew P . G . M . West Yorkshire , Bros . Smith D . P . G . M ., ancl many Provincial Officers were on the dais ,
including Bros . Winn , Beck , Furness , Crowe . Each of the remaining seven Lodges in tbe town was represented , either by the W . M . or the principal Officers . Bro . Youings raised Bro . Balfour , M . P ., to the sublime degree of a Master Mason , in a manner which won tbe ad miration of all who heard him . Bro . Jacques P . M . rendered him useful
assistance . Afterwards the R . W . P . G . M . initiated into the mysteries of Masonry Mr . T . Greenwood Teale and Mr . Herbert Spinks , in his usual impressive manner . These duties having been performed to the satisfaction and delight of the crowded Lodge-room , hearty good
wishes were exchanged aud the Lodge was closed in peace and harmony . Bro . A . Wood , the Steward , had meanwhile prepared a sumptuous banquet , and one of the most pleasant evenings yet spent in this Lodge was enjoyed . There was no lack either of speech or song , and right heartily were the good things appreciated .
AMHURST LODGE , No . 1223 .
THE installation meeting of this Lodge was held at the Amhurst Arms Hotel , Riverside , near Sevenoaks , on 1 st inst ., when there was a satisfactory muster of members and visitors , under the presidency of the retiring Master Bro . C . J . Craig . He was supported by Bros . E . S . Strange S . W ., J . J . Birch J . W ., R , Durtnell P . M . P . P . G . Supt . Wks . Treasurer , J . H . Jewell P . M . P . P . G . O . Secretary ,
W . Sparrow-hawk S . D ., P . Haunter J . D ., J . Hamlin D . of C , F . P . Lee and P . Darnell Stewards , A . H . Lee I . G ., W . South Tyler ; P . M . ' s E . J . Dodd P . P . G . O ., A . W . Durefc , 0 . J . Dodd , T . J . Baker , 0 . E . Bach , W . E . Banks , & c . Amongst the Visitors were E . W . J . Hennah P . M . 40 P . P . G . O . Sussex , T . C . Newsom P . M . 1692 P . G . S . B ., W . A .
Dawson P . M . and A . Richards W . M . 1768 ( members of the Board of General Purposes ) , W . C . Banks P . M . 1768 , S . W . Shaw P . M . 709 , J . Airey P . M . 1678 , Warner W . M . Med way , G . H . Eddis 228 , J . Wynman 188 , J . W . Boulter , T . P . Grayson 272 , Cleave 874 , Wing 1674 , S . L . Green 1414 , J . Hillhouse 225 , W . H . Making 1278 , Drewitt ,
and others . After fche confirmation of the minutes of last meeting , the ballot was taken for Mr . Leonard Geo . Smith , Mr . Crane , ancl Mr . Mac Greagh , who were duly initiated into Freemasonry , the ceremony being perfectly performed by the Worshipful Master , assisted by his Officers . Bro . W . A . Buret then presented the W . M .
elect , Bro . Edwin Sydney Strange , the Senior Warden for the past year , for the benefit of installation . The very interesting ceremony was performed in admirable stylo , and after the newly-installed Worshipful Master had been greeted and saluted with the customary hononrs , ho invested his Officers for the year , as follow : —Bros . C . J .
Craig I . P . M ., J . J . Birch S . W ., W . Sparrowhawk J . VV ., R . Durtnell P . M . P . P . G . Supt . Wks . Treasurer , J . H . Jewell P . P . G . O . Secretary , A . H . LeeS . D ., J . Hamlin J . D ., F . P . Lee I . G ., P . S . Durnell D . ofC , C . Hooker Asst . D . of C , A . Ross Organist , T . Baker W . S ., W . Lloyd Asst . W . S ., S . Hall Standard Bearer , W . South Tyler . At the
conelusion of the business the brethren ancl visitors dined together , when tho customary Loyal and Masonic toasts were duly honoured , the health of the newly-installed Worshipful Master being enthusiastically received . The Visitors paid the Lodge a high tribute of
appreciation , both for its working ancl hospitality , the toasfc being replied to by Bro . E . W . J . Hennah ancl others . In connection with the Press , Bro . J . Wynman ' s name was associated , and he responded in suitable terms . The proceedings were varied by some capital mnsic and singing , and a most agreeable evening was enjoyed .
Kingsland Lodge of Instrnction , No . 1693 . —On Mon . day last , afc Baker Bros ., the Cock Tavern , Highbury , N . Present—Bros . Fluck W . M ., Hancock S . W ., Ware J . W ., Collingridge Sec , Clark S . D ., Richardson J . D ., Clark I . G ., and several others . The Lodge was opened in due form . The minutes of the lasfc
meeting were read and confirmed . The ceremony of initiation was rehearsed , Bro . Collingridge candidate . Bro . Hancock was elected W . M . for Monday nexfc . The Percy Lodge of Instruction will rehearse the Fifteen Sections here on Monday , 17 th inst . Lodgo was closed in due form and adjourned .
Creaton Lodge of Instruction , No . 1791 , — At the Wheatsheaf , Goldhawk-road , Shepherd ' s Bush , on Thursday , the 22 ud ult . Bros . Austin W . M ., Sims S . W ., Craggs J . W ., Burton S . D ., Cavers J . D ., Jennings I . G ., Davies Preceptor , Chalfont P . M . Sec , Spiegel P . M ., Malony , Wood , and a fair attendance of tho members .
Lodge was opened in due form , ancl the minutes of the previous meeting wore confirmed . Brother Malony offered himself as a candidate for passing , and answered the usual questions ; Lodge was then opened in the second degree aucl the ceremony of passing very carefully rehearsed . Lodge was opened to the third degree , and the
ceremony of raising rehearsed with snch efficiency that those present , one ancl all , congratulated the W . M . most heartily . On Thursday , 6 th instant , Bro . Sims W . M ., Burton S . W ., Austin J . W ., Jennings S . D ., Perdu J . D ., Malony I . G ., Davis Preceptor , ancl a large number of brethren from neighbouring Lodges . After
preliminaries , according to announcement Brother Spiegel P . M . gave a lecture on the " Origin of Freemasonry . " The lecturer commenced , threo generations before the Deluge , with Lamech , who , by his two
wives , had four children , who were the originators of the sciences . Continuing to the Tower of Babel , the building of the first and second Temples , be explained how the workmen went to different parts of tho world , and fcho sciences became generally known . Ho
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Notices Of Meetings.
or in the Province of Middlesex , could do better . Bro . Kmghtley felt great pleasure in attending this Lodge , especially as their W . M . was one of his oldest friends ; and Bro . H . Jenner complimented the brethren upon the quality , as well as the quantity , of the work done that day , and certainly they had had a lot of it . He should take
back with him a very good report of the Lodge aud its members to the various inhabitants of Harrow who happened to be Masons ; and he should not be surprised if at some future time he brought with him a large contingent from the neighbourhood . Bro . Sheppard wished the Lodge God speed with their Royal Arch Chapter , ancl
promised to do all he could to assist in it . He referred to Bro . Storr ' s efforts to get a widow into the Croydon Institntion , and said if every brother would take Brother Terry ' s advice , and pay their guineas into the funds , it would be a great charity to those poor Masons and widows who were in need of it . He should carry
away with him very pleasant reminiscences of his visit to Harrow that day . Time was now announced for the last returning train to town , and tbe health of the Treasurer and Secretary , aud the
Officers of tbe Lodge , were simply proposed and acknowledged , Ue Tyler closing the proceedings in due form . Bros . Joseph , Reece , and other brethren varied the speeches of the evening with some excellent songs , and altogether a very pleasant evening was enjoyed .
ST . JOHN'S LODGE , No . 70 .
A MOST interesting meeting was held on Tuesday , the 4 th May , at the Huyshe Masonic Temple , Plymouth . Bro . George Sercombe W . M ., W . S . Westcott S . W ., W . T . Ho . king J . W ., L . D . Westcott P . M . P . P . G . Supt . of Works Treasnrer , J . B . Gover P . M . P . P . G . A . D . C . Secretary , W . King S . D ., F . Wreford J . D ., H . D . Collings D . C , John Hick A . D . C ., John Newman 0 ., John Good
Steward , J . H . Evans I . G ., Edward Radden J . S ., W . H . Phillips Tyler , T . King I . P . M ., W . Lemon P . M . P . P . G . Chaplain 109 1205 2025 , J . Griffen P . M . P . J . G . D ., R . Pengelley P . M . P . P . G . A . D . C . J . Mosey P . M . P . J . G . D ., John Du Pre P . M . P . P . G . D . C , J . Rosweare P . M . P . P . G . Supt . Works Cornwall , J . R . Lord P . M . Sec . P . G . D . 970 1255 , F . Goodall P . M . Sec . P . P . G . O . 1550 954 , E . G . Bird P . M . 1550 . P . L . Pears P . M . and Secretary 1247 , Charles Pike P . M ., A . E .
Lean P . M ., Alfred Davis 48 . Visitors—Bro . Jacques Wynman 188 , and several other brethren . Lodge opened with solemn prayer ; after each Officer in rotation J . W . to I . P . M . had answered the usual questions , the minutes were read and confirmed . The ballot was
taken for Mr . George Griffen ( brother to P . M . Griffen ) , who was unanimously elected and initiated ; the working was solemnly ancl impressively performed . Bro . Lemon intimated to the W . M . that he would act as Steward for the Royal Masonic Institution for Girls , and trusted that the brethren would snpport him . It was proposed
by Bro . L . D . Westcott , and seconded by Bro . Gover , that the sum of ten guineas be voted to Bro . Lemon ; this was unanimously agreed to . Nothing else offering for the good of Freemasonry , Lodge was closed . The brethren adjourned for light refreshment . The Loyal toast was dnly honoured . Bro . Mosey and others responded for the
Grand Officers . Bro . W . T . Westcott proposed the health of the W . M ., which was received in grand Masonic style . The W . M . replied ; he was proud of his position in such a Lodge , where he had tbe assistance of such an able body of Officers . The nexfc toast was the health of the P . M . 's , the Secretary , Treasurer , ancl other Officers .
Bro . Griffen replied for tho P . M . 's , ancl the S . W . for the other Officers . The Secretary proposed the health of the Initiate , in a pleasant manner and amidst roars of laughter . The Initiate's reply was short , but good . The W . M . proposed the health of the Visitors ; ho was pleased to see a representative ( Bro . Wynman ) from
the FREEMASON s CHRONICLE amongst them . Bro . Wynman thanked the W . M . and brethren for their hospitality , and for fche courtesy they had shown him in proposing his health , in connection with prosperity to this journal . Altogether a very pleasant and social evening was spent .
LODGE OF JOPPA , No . 188 .
THE members beld their regular meeting on Monday , 3 rd inst ., afc the Freemasons' Tavern , when there were present Bros . Dewsnap W . M ., Wall S . W ., Botiboi acting as J . W ., Gardner S . D ., Lenzberg I . G ., Dodson P . M . D . of C , Hart Asst . D . of C , Rocco Chaplain , Coombs Steward , Lyon Treasurer , Lazarus P . M . Secretary ; also Bros . Martin I . P . M ., Spiegel P . M . Amongst the Visitors we noticed
Bros . Bott P . M . 1839 , Stokes W . M . 1839 , Benabo 212 , Levy 212 , Young 1601 , Ridler 214 , Seigenberg 1629 . Lodge was opened , and thft minutes of the previon * . meeting were confirmed . Bro . Seigenberg , a candidate for raising , was duly entrusted after he had answered the usual questions to the satisfaction of the brethren
present . Lodge was then opened in the third degree , ancl Bro . Seigenberg was raised . In tbe course of routine work it was decided to strike off the list of members the names of two brethren who were in arrears with their subscriptions . Brj . Spiegel as senior V . P . proposed that the Bye-laws of the Joppa Benevolent Fund be revised ;
this was seconded by Bro . Gardner S . D ., and carried . Lodge was then closed in perfect harmony , ancl adjourned till the first Monday in October . The brethren then partook of a banquet , provided by Mcbsrs . Spiers and Pond , and prepared under the superintendence of Bro . Silver , according to Jewish ritual . Fifty-two brethren sat
clown , and enjoyed themselves in brotherly love . Tho usual toasts wero proposed , ancl loyal responses given . Tho health of the P . M . 's and the Joppa Benevolent Fund having been proposed ancl
respectively responded to , tho Visitors were complimented , Bros . Stokes , Bott , Siegenberg , Benabo ancl Young replying . A capital vocal entertainment was provided by Mr . Van Noorden jun . Miss Mabel Fraser played a solo on tho violin , aud secured an enthusisatic encore .
Notices Of Meetings.
GODERICH LODGE , No . 1211 .
THERE was a large and brilliant gathering of West Yorkshire brethren at the usual monthly meeting of this Lodge , on Monday evening , 3 rd inst ., at Leeds . The Worshipful Master ( Bro . A . W . Youings ) waa surrounded by bis Officers ancl a goodly number of the members , whilst B . W . Bro . Tew P . G . M . West Yorkshire , Bros . Smith D . P . G . M ., ancl many Provincial Officers were on the dais ,
including Bros . Winn , Beck , Furness , Crowe . Each of the remaining seven Lodges in tbe town was represented , either by the W . M . or the principal Officers . Bro . Youings raised Bro . Balfour , M . P ., to the sublime degree of a Master Mason , in a manner which won tbe ad miration of all who heard him . Bro . Jacques P . M . rendered him useful
assistance . Afterwards the R . W . P . G . M . initiated into the mysteries of Masonry Mr . T . Greenwood Teale and Mr . Herbert Spinks , in his usual impressive manner . These duties having been performed to the satisfaction and delight of the crowded Lodge-room , hearty good
wishes were exchanged aud the Lodge was closed in peace and harmony . Bro . A . Wood , the Steward , had meanwhile prepared a sumptuous banquet , and one of the most pleasant evenings yet spent in this Lodge was enjoyed . There was no lack either of speech or song , and right heartily were the good things appreciated .
AMHURST LODGE , No . 1223 .
THE installation meeting of this Lodge was held at the Amhurst Arms Hotel , Riverside , near Sevenoaks , on 1 st inst ., when there was a satisfactory muster of members and visitors , under the presidency of the retiring Master Bro . C . J . Craig . He was supported by Bros . E . S . Strange S . W ., J . J . Birch J . W ., R , Durtnell P . M . P . P . G . Supt . Wks . Treasurer , J . H . Jewell P . M . P . P . G . O . Secretary ,
W . Sparrow-hawk S . D ., P . Haunter J . D ., J . Hamlin D . of C , F . P . Lee and P . Darnell Stewards , A . H . Lee I . G ., W . South Tyler ; P . M . ' s E . J . Dodd P . P . G . O ., A . W . Durefc , 0 . J . Dodd , T . J . Baker , 0 . E . Bach , W . E . Banks , & c . Amongst the Visitors were E . W . J . Hennah P . M . 40 P . P . G . O . Sussex , T . C . Newsom P . M . 1692 P . G . S . B ., W . A .
Dawson P . M . and A . Richards W . M . 1768 ( members of the Board of General Purposes ) , W . C . Banks P . M . 1768 , S . W . Shaw P . M . 709 , J . Airey P . M . 1678 , Warner W . M . Med way , G . H . Eddis 228 , J . Wynman 188 , J . W . Boulter , T . P . Grayson 272 , Cleave 874 , Wing 1674 , S . L . Green 1414 , J . Hillhouse 225 , W . H . Making 1278 , Drewitt ,
and others . After fche confirmation of the minutes of last meeting , the ballot was taken for Mr . Leonard Geo . Smith , Mr . Crane , ancl Mr . Mac Greagh , who were duly initiated into Freemasonry , the ceremony being perfectly performed by the Worshipful Master , assisted by his Officers . Bro . W . A . Buret then presented the W . M .
elect , Bro . Edwin Sydney Strange , the Senior Warden for the past year , for the benefit of installation . The very interesting ceremony was performed in admirable stylo , and after the newly-installed Worshipful Master had been greeted and saluted with the customary hononrs , ho invested his Officers for the year , as follow : —Bros . C . J .
Craig I . P . M ., J . J . Birch S . W ., W . Sparrowhawk J . VV ., R . Durtnell P . M . P . P . G . Supt . Wks . Treasurer , J . H . Jewell P . P . G . O . Secretary , A . H . LeeS . D ., J . Hamlin J . D ., F . P . Lee I . G ., P . S . Durnell D . ofC , C . Hooker Asst . D . of C , A . Ross Organist , T . Baker W . S ., W . Lloyd Asst . W . S ., S . Hall Standard Bearer , W . South Tyler . At the
conelusion of the business the brethren ancl visitors dined together , when tho customary Loyal and Masonic toasts were duly honoured , the health of the newly-installed Worshipful Master being enthusiastically received . The Visitors paid the Lodge a high tribute of
appreciation , both for its working ancl hospitality , the toasfc being replied to by Bro . E . W . J . Hennah ancl others . In connection with the Press , Bro . J . Wynman ' s name was associated , and he responded in suitable terms . The proceedings were varied by some capital mnsic and singing , and a most agreeable evening was enjoyed .
Kingsland Lodge of Instrnction , No . 1693 . —On Mon . day last , afc Baker Bros ., the Cock Tavern , Highbury , N . Present—Bros . Fluck W . M ., Hancock S . W ., Ware J . W ., Collingridge Sec , Clark S . D ., Richardson J . D ., Clark I . G ., and several others . The Lodge was opened in due form . The minutes of the lasfc
meeting were read and confirmed . The ceremony of initiation was rehearsed , Bro . Collingridge candidate . Bro . Hancock was elected W . M . for Monday nexfc . The Percy Lodge of Instruction will rehearse the Fifteen Sections here on Monday , 17 th inst . Lodgo was closed in due form and adjourned .
Creaton Lodge of Instruction , No . 1791 , — At the Wheatsheaf , Goldhawk-road , Shepherd ' s Bush , on Thursday , the 22 ud ult . Bros . Austin W . M ., Sims S . W ., Craggs J . W ., Burton S . D ., Cavers J . D ., Jennings I . G ., Davies Preceptor , Chalfont P . M . Sec , Spiegel P . M ., Malony , Wood , and a fair attendance of tho members .
Lodge was opened in due form , ancl the minutes of the previous meeting wore confirmed . Brother Malony offered himself as a candidate for passing , and answered the usual questions ; Lodge was then opened in the second degree aucl the ceremony of passing very carefully rehearsed . Lodge was opened to the third degree , and the
ceremony of raising rehearsed with snch efficiency that those present , one ancl all , congratulated the W . M . most heartily . On Thursday , 6 th instant , Bro . Sims W . M ., Burton S . W ., Austin J . W ., Jennings S . D ., Perdu J . D ., Malony I . G ., Davis Preceptor , ancl a large number of brethren from neighbouring Lodges . After
preliminaries , according to announcement Brother Spiegel P . M . gave a lecture on the " Origin of Freemasonry . " The lecturer commenced , threo generations before the Deluge , with Lamech , who , by his two
wives , had four children , who were the originators of the sciences . Continuing to the Tower of Babel , the building of the first and second Temples , be explained how the workmen went to different parts of tho world , and fcho sciences became generally known . Ho