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Notices Of Meetings.

J . Bolden S . D ., R . Carr J . D ., W . Fonlsham P . M . D . C , T . Boston Steward , J . W . Brewis I . G ., J . Curry Tyler . P . M . 's Bros . Cochrane I . P . M ., Hall . Visitors—Bros . Cook P . M . 481 , Thompson P . M . 481 , Spearman W . M . 481 , Geo . E . Cohen 481 , Main S . W . 546 , Carnegio . Edinburgh Lodgo . Bnsiness—The W . M . worked tbe 3 degrees in a most efficient manner , particularly the 3 rd , the latter being for the first timo , showing thoroughly his capability to keep up tho traditions of this old Lodge , so well known in the Province for its good working .

Egyptian Lodge , No . 27 . —Tho usual meeting of this Lodge was hold on Thursday , the 2 nd inst ., at Anderton ' s Hotel , Fleetstreet . Present—Bros . John Green W . M ., Hales S . W ., Walker J . W ., H . G . Buss P . M . Treasurer , J . B . Poole P . M . Secretary , Pattonden S . D ., Richards J . D ., T . Maidwell I . G ., and P . M . 's Bros . Lamble I . P . M ., Atkins , T . Shepperd , D . H . Jacobs , Libbis , C . B . Payne , John

Coutts P . G . P . The Lodgo was opened , and tho minutes were confirmed . Bros . E . Bryer , Howell , Hansell and Patteson wero raised to tho 3 rd degree , and F . G . Chick was ballotted for and duly initiated . The Lodgo working being ably and perfectly rondered by the W . M . The Lodge was then closed , and the brethren sat down to a very excellent banquet provided by Bro . Clemow , and superintended by

Bro . Smith . Tho W . M . proposed the usual toasts . Bro . John Coutts iu his eloquent and genial manner responding to the toast of the Grand Officers . The health of the W . M .. P . M ., Wardens and Officers wero given and responded to , also that of tho newly initiated . Bro . Wiltshire , No . 50 , New York , returned thanks for tho visitors . Capital harmony emanated from Bros . D . H . Jacobs , L . H . Nerwick , T . Maidwell , Richards , Patteson and Pattenden .

Strong Man Lodge of Instruction , No . 45 . —This Lodgo hold its regular weekly meeting on Monday , the 6 th of March , at Bro . Gay ' s , Old Jerusalem Tavern , St . John's Gate . Present—Bros . Hill W . M ., Trewinnard S . W ., Stock J . W ., Killick Sec , Hewlett S . D ., Pearcy J . D ., Lako I . G ., Christopher Tyler . P . M . Bro . Beckett Preceptor . Bnsiness—The Lodge was opened in the usual manner

and the minutes wero confirmed . The ceremony of initiation was rehearsed , Bro . Robison candidate ; Bro . Beckett took the chair and rehearsed tho ceremony of installation ; Bro . Tolmie , with the assistance of the brethren , worked the 3 rd , 4 th and 5 th sections of the 1 st lecture ; Bro . Trewinnard was elected W . M . for tho onsning week .

Thistle and Eose Lodge , No . 73 . —This Lodge held its fortnightly meeting on Tuesday , the 7 th instant . Tho R . W . M . Bro . G . M . Donald presided , assisted by Bros . J . Weston I . P . M ., J . Bnnnerman D . M ., W . Macgregor acting S . W ., J . Kinnard as J . W ,, R . Richards Sec , J . S . Ampioford Treas ., G . W . Wheeler Chap ., W . Kay S . D ., B . Levey I . G ., and A . Kay T . Among the visitors were tlie Rev . J .

Rico P . M ., Bros . R . Provost R . W . M . 4 , Karie , Paton , Ross , and Cavmichael 4 . J . Morgan R . W . M . 219 , J . M . Innis D . M . 408 , R . Campbell 22 , St . John , New Brunswick , and Bro . Lesling 127 , Vermont . The Lodge after transacting some monetary arrangements , proceeded to consider the petition from Mr . Morris Sngman , and the Master of the Kilwinning Lodge 4 , requested the Lodge to initiate for them Mr . Carl

Mastormtois Neilson , which was cordially granted , the R . W . M . requesting Bro . Morgan , Master of the Star , to perform tho ceremony , which he did in his usual masterly style . Thero being no further bnsiness , the brethren spent a couple of honrs in harmony . It was remarked by the R . W . M , as a proof of the universality of the Order , that amongst the officers of the Lodgo 73 , they had brethren

from tho extreme end of England , and from Ireland , as well as north of Scotland , while of these two initiates , one was a native of Russia , and tho othor of Norway , and the Master of three Lodges had assisted in their initiation . Bro . Provost R . W . M . 4 by his clover ventriloquism enhanced tho pleasure of the evening . Nor must Bros . Paton , Hanbridge , Mclnnes and Allan bo omitted , a 3 all were in excellent voice .

Eose of Denmark Chapter , No . 97 . —The installation meeting of this Chapter was held on the 4 th inst . There was a very good attendance of Comps ., and as the M . E . Z . was unavoidably absent his place was ably filled by Comp . Terry P . Z ., assisted by Comp . Newton as H . and Pcndlebury P . Z . as J ., Henry Martin S . N ., William Dock ! S . E ., Joseph P . Btchards P . Soj ., John Green and John Walker assistants . The ceremony of exaltation was well rendered , and all

the lectures admirably given . The ceremony of installation was then proceeded with , the Z . Comp . J . B . Poolo being installed by Comp . Pendlebury , and the J . by Comp . Terry . Comp . Newton P . Z . Ch . 174 was inducted into tho chair of H . The officers were invested in rotation . Among the visitors we noted Comp . W . R . Woodman G . D . C . Grand Chapter , Comps . Verry P . Z . Ch . 554 , Hilton H . 507 , Maidwell and Atkins 1056 .

Panmure Lodge of Mark Master Masons , No . 139 . — This Lodge met at the Bulhnm Hotel , Bulliam , on Monday the 6 th inst ., and was opened by the W . M ., Bro . Charles Pitlman , who was supported by Bros . W . Piatt as S . W ., Mark S . Larlham J . W ., Thomas Poore P . P . G . D . C . I . P . M ., W . Bro . James Stevens P . G . J . O . P . M ., George Silley P . M ., W . Poore M . O .. T . J . Austin as S . O ., B . Richardson D . C . as J . O ., J . J . Joseph E . M ., C . P . McTvav Secretary ,

J . T . Gibson S . D ., W . Ackland J . D ., W . McMurray I . G ., J . Rawles Tyler , W . Stccdman , and other brethren . Bro . Eoger Hannaford , of the Great City Lodge , No . 1426 , and Walter Arnold of the Bnrgoyne Lodge , No . 902 , were advanced to the honourablo degree , with perfect ceremonial . Tho Lodgo was draped in mourning , and Masonic mourning was worn by the brethren , in token of esteem and respect for tho late Deputy Grand Mark Master , Bro . W . R . Callonder .

The approved bye-laws were ordered to be printed . Propositions for advancement at next meeting wero made , and tho Lodge was closed in perfect harmony . Refreshment followed labour , and a brief hour or two wero spent in pleasant social intercourse , the usnal toasts

being duly honoured , and the evening enlivened by the excellent singing of several members . This Lodge appears to bo making excellent progress , and is apparently much appreciated by tho brethren residing in tho immediate locality , as well as by others connected with Metropolitan Lodges .

Lodge of Joppa , No . 188 . —The regular meeting of this Lodgo , which was numerously attonded , was held on Monday , the 6 th instant , at the Albion Tavern , Aldersgate-street . Present—Bros . A . G . Dodson W . M ., L . Lazarus S . W ., Miller J . W ., R . Auerhaan Treas ., E . P . Albert A . G . P . Sec , A . Anerhaan S . D ., M . Spiegel J . D ., M . Hyman I . G ., Campion D . C , H . P . Isaac and Baker Stewards , II .

P . Berkowicz P . M . Chap ., P . E . Van Noorden Org ., also P . M . ' s Bros . Alexander , Israel Abrahams , Joel Phillips , O . Roberts , and H . M . Levy . Tho room was filled , and the Lodgo having been opened , tho W . M . passed Bros . West and Smith to tho second degree , and raised Bros . E . Creamer , Pitched , and Emanuel to the third degree . Ballots were then taken for the admission of Messrs . E . Stransky , Julius

Rohman , and E . Davey . The former and the latter gentleman , by the courtesy of tho W . M ., were initiated by P . M . 's Bros . O . Roberts and H . M . Levy respectively . In accordance with a resolution passed at the last meeting of the Lodge , a letter had been sent to Bro . Hickman , the immediato Past Master , expressing tho sympathy of the members with him in his sad accident . It was announced that an

answer had been received , and this the worthy secretary read . Ifc stated that Bro . Hickman had been enabled to leave the London Hospital ; that ho was now at his residence , and he hoped on an early occasion to be present to meet tho brethren . This statement was received with great pleasure , and Bro . Alexander P . M . proposed , and Bro . Levy seconded a motion , that Bro . Hickman's letter bo

recorded on tho minutes . Three brethren wore now proposed for initiation , and two distressed brethren were relieved . The Lodgo was then closed , and thoso present , who nnmbered over 100 , sat down to a very sumptuous banquet , provided by Bro . W . G . Jennings , and superintended by Bro . Keeping . The W . M . then proposed the usual toasts . In speaking to that of H . R . H . the Prince of Wales , ho

said the accounts received of their noblo and worthypatron were gratifying . He was pleased to bo able to say that the Princo was enjoying good health , and every loyal subject and Freemason would hail his return to this country , he trusted inrenowedhealthandvigonr ( Cheers . ) The toast of the R . W . tho Earl of Carnarvon M . W . Pro Grand Master and the rest of the Grand Officers was thon given , the W . M ,

coupling with ifc the name of Bro . E . P . Albert P . M . Assistant Grand Pursuivant , who eloquently returned thanks . Bro . Albert said it was a pleasure for those who were privileged to be present at the Quarterly Communication to see the admirable manner in which the D . G . M . Lord Skelmersdalo had discharged his duties in Grand Lodge on Wednesday , and on behalf of the Grand Officers ho begged to

return his sincere thanks for the way tho toast had been given and received . Tho W . M then proposed the toast of the Benevolent Fur d , and tho newly initiated brethren and officers liberally subscribed to it . Bro . L . Alexander , tho President , returned thanks for tho toast . The W . M . then proposed the toast of tho Visitors , complimenting them by referring to their qualifications . Ho said the Lodge was

always pleased to see them . Bro . John Constable P . M . 185 pertinently returned thanks . In the conrso of a speech , that was worthy of attention , he allndcd to the Masonic Charities . He thought tho time of the brethren might bo better occupied by listening to the harmony provided , than by hearing long speeches . A call was then made on Bros . Morgan and Massey , as representatives of tho

Masonic press . Bro . Morgan said it had afforded him great gratifi . cation to be present , and congratulated the brethren on the prosperity of the Joppa Lodge . He thanked tho W . M . for his kindness in pro - posing the toast , and requested permission to correct a slight mistake that he had been led into . Bro . Dodson had referred to him as the proprietor of tho FREEMASON ' S CHRONICLE ; this was not the case .

as he was only the manager of that paper . The proprietorship was vested in the Craft , and he was proud to . be able to announce that the exertions of the conductors were appreciated by the Fraternity , and that success was attending their efforts . Bro . Massey followed , say . ing that so far as he represented the fonrth estate he would use his best endeavours to promote tho welfare and advancement of tho

Order . The toast of the Newly Initiated was then given , Bro . Stransky replying . Bro . L . Alexander P . M . then proposed tho toast of tho W . M ., who had performed all his duties in a respectable and creditable manner , and ho was sure his working was to their satisfaction . The W . M . said he was overwhelmed by their kindness . He had but one r ^ int of view for his conduct , and

that was to do his duty , and conform to tho Book of Constitu . tions . Tho toast of the Past Masters followed , aud Bro . I . Abrahams , H . M . Levy and O . Roberts returned thanks . To that of the Officers , Bios . II . P . Isaacs and Spiegel responded . Tho T yler ' s toast was then given . The W . M . provided the brethren with a splendid musical entertainment , that reflected great credit on the artistes

selected by Bro . P . b . \' an Aoorden , who had engaged the services of Madame h ' oche , Misses Dore and Reeves , Bros . Frank Elmore and Cherill . Tho brethren listened with feelings of great pleasure to the admirable singing . The visitors were—Bros . Frances , J . Constable , Lee , J . Ross , S . M . Harris , S . God free , G . Packer , Gaskill , Thomson , S . Levy , Belfrage , G . South , Poscbury , C . J . Knight , C . Veal , A . Wallace , Sonnenberg , Cherill , II . Massey , W . W . Morgan , & c .

Confidence Lodge of Instruction , No . 193 , —This Lodge held its weekly meeting on Wednesday , the 8 th March , at Masons ' Hall Tavern , Masons' -avenue , Basinghall-street . Present—Bros . Abcll W . M ,, Reed S . W ., Biddell J . W ., J . Constable Treasnrer ,

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Notices Of Meetings.

J . Bolden S . D ., R . Carr J . D ., W . Fonlsham P . M . D . C , T . Boston Steward , J . W . Brewis I . G ., J . Curry Tyler . P . M . 's Bros . Cochrane I . P . M ., Hall . Visitors—Bros . Cook P . M . 481 , Thompson P . M . 481 , Spearman W . M . 481 , Geo . E . Cohen 481 , Main S . W . 546 , Carnegio . Edinburgh Lodgo . Bnsiness—The W . M . worked tbe 3 degrees in a most efficient manner , particularly the 3 rd , the latter being for the first timo , showing thoroughly his capability to keep up tho traditions of this old Lodge , so well known in the Province for its good working .

Egyptian Lodge , No . 27 . —Tho usual meeting of this Lodge was hold on Thursday , the 2 nd inst ., at Anderton ' s Hotel , Fleetstreet . Present—Bros . John Green W . M ., Hales S . W ., Walker J . W ., H . G . Buss P . M . Treasurer , J . B . Poole P . M . Secretary , Pattonden S . D ., Richards J . D ., T . Maidwell I . G ., and P . M . 's Bros . Lamble I . P . M ., Atkins , T . Shepperd , D . H . Jacobs , Libbis , C . B . Payne , John

Coutts P . G . P . The Lodgo was opened , and tho minutes were confirmed . Bros . E . Bryer , Howell , Hansell and Patteson wero raised to tho 3 rd degree , and F . G . Chick was ballotted for and duly initiated . The Lodgo working being ably and perfectly rondered by the W . M . The Lodge was then closed , and the brethren sat down to a very excellent banquet provided by Bro . Clemow , and superintended by

Bro . Smith . Tho W . M . proposed the usual toasts . Bro . John Coutts iu his eloquent and genial manner responding to the toast of the Grand Officers . The health of the W . M .. P . M ., Wardens and Officers wero given and responded to , also that of tho newly initiated . Bro . Wiltshire , No . 50 , New York , returned thanks for tho visitors . Capital harmony emanated from Bros . D . H . Jacobs , L . H . Nerwick , T . Maidwell , Richards , Patteson and Pattenden .

Strong Man Lodge of Instruction , No . 45 . —This Lodgo hold its regular weekly meeting on Monday , the 6 th of March , at Bro . Gay ' s , Old Jerusalem Tavern , St . John's Gate . Present—Bros . Hill W . M ., Trewinnard S . W ., Stock J . W ., Killick Sec , Hewlett S . D ., Pearcy J . D ., Lako I . G ., Christopher Tyler . P . M . Bro . Beckett Preceptor . Bnsiness—The Lodge was opened in the usual manner

and the minutes wero confirmed . The ceremony of initiation was rehearsed , Bro . Robison candidate ; Bro . Beckett took the chair and rehearsed tho ceremony of installation ; Bro . Tolmie , with the assistance of the brethren , worked the 3 rd , 4 th and 5 th sections of the 1 st lecture ; Bro . Trewinnard was elected W . M . for tho onsning week .

Thistle and Eose Lodge , No . 73 . —This Lodge held its fortnightly meeting on Tuesday , the 7 th instant . Tho R . W . M . Bro . G . M . Donald presided , assisted by Bros . J . Weston I . P . M ., J . Bnnnerman D . M ., W . Macgregor acting S . W ., J . Kinnard as J . W ,, R . Richards Sec , J . S . Ampioford Treas ., G . W . Wheeler Chap ., W . Kay S . D ., B . Levey I . G ., and A . Kay T . Among the visitors were tlie Rev . J .

Rico P . M ., Bros . R . Provost R . W . M . 4 , Karie , Paton , Ross , and Cavmichael 4 . J . Morgan R . W . M . 219 , J . M . Innis D . M . 408 , R . Campbell 22 , St . John , New Brunswick , and Bro . Lesling 127 , Vermont . The Lodge after transacting some monetary arrangements , proceeded to consider the petition from Mr . Morris Sngman , and the Master of the Kilwinning Lodge 4 , requested the Lodge to initiate for them Mr . Carl

Mastormtois Neilson , which was cordially granted , the R . W . M . requesting Bro . Morgan , Master of the Star , to perform tho ceremony , which he did in his usual masterly style . Thero being no further bnsiness , the brethren spent a couple of honrs in harmony . It was remarked by the R . W . M , as a proof of the universality of the Order , that amongst the officers of the Lodgo 73 , they had brethren

from tho extreme end of England , and from Ireland , as well as north of Scotland , while of these two initiates , one was a native of Russia , and tho othor of Norway , and the Master of three Lodges had assisted in their initiation . Bro . Provost R . W . M . 4 by his clover ventriloquism enhanced tho pleasure of the evening . Nor must Bros . Paton , Hanbridge , Mclnnes and Allan bo omitted , a 3 all were in excellent voice .

Eose of Denmark Chapter , No . 97 . —The installation meeting of this Chapter was held on the 4 th inst . There was a very good attendance of Comps ., and as the M . E . Z . was unavoidably absent his place was ably filled by Comp . Terry P . Z ., assisted by Comp . Newton as H . and Pcndlebury P . Z . as J ., Henry Martin S . N ., William Dock ! S . E ., Joseph P . Btchards P . Soj ., John Green and John Walker assistants . The ceremony of exaltation was well rendered , and all

the lectures admirably given . The ceremony of installation was then proceeded with , the Z . Comp . J . B . Poolo being installed by Comp . Pendlebury , and the J . by Comp . Terry . Comp . Newton P . Z . Ch . 174 was inducted into tho chair of H . The officers were invested in rotation . Among the visitors we noted Comp . W . R . Woodman G . D . C . Grand Chapter , Comps . Verry P . Z . Ch . 554 , Hilton H . 507 , Maidwell and Atkins 1056 .

Panmure Lodge of Mark Master Masons , No . 139 . — This Lodge met at the Bulhnm Hotel , Bulliam , on Monday the 6 th inst ., and was opened by the W . M ., Bro . Charles Pitlman , who was supported by Bros . W . Piatt as S . W ., Mark S . Larlham J . W ., Thomas Poore P . P . G . D . C . I . P . M ., W . Bro . James Stevens P . G . J . O . P . M ., George Silley P . M ., W . Poore M . O .. T . J . Austin as S . O ., B . Richardson D . C . as J . O ., J . J . Joseph E . M ., C . P . McTvav Secretary ,

J . T . Gibson S . D ., W . Ackland J . D ., W . McMurray I . G ., J . Rawles Tyler , W . Stccdman , and other brethren . Bro . Eoger Hannaford , of the Great City Lodge , No . 1426 , and Walter Arnold of the Bnrgoyne Lodge , No . 902 , were advanced to the honourablo degree , with perfect ceremonial . Tho Lodgo was draped in mourning , and Masonic mourning was worn by the brethren , in token of esteem and respect for tho late Deputy Grand Mark Master , Bro . W . R . Callonder .

The approved bye-laws were ordered to be printed . Propositions for advancement at next meeting wero made , and tho Lodge was closed in perfect harmony . Refreshment followed labour , and a brief hour or two wero spent in pleasant social intercourse , the usnal toasts

being duly honoured , and the evening enlivened by the excellent singing of several members . This Lodge appears to bo making excellent progress , and is apparently much appreciated by tho brethren residing in tho immediate locality , as well as by others connected with Metropolitan Lodges .

Lodge of Joppa , No . 188 . —The regular meeting of this Lodgo , which was numerously attonded , was held on Monday , the 6 th instant , at the Albion Tavern , Aldersgate-street . Present—Bros . A . G . Dodson W . M ., L . Lazarus S . W ., Miller J . W ., R . Auerhaan Treas ., E . P . Albert A . G . P . Sec , A . Anerhaan S . D ., M . Spiegel J . D ., M . Hyman I . G ., Campion D . C , H . P . Isaac and Baker Stewards , II .

P . Berkowicz P . M . Chap ., P . E . Van Noorden Org ., also P . M . ' s Bros . Alexander , Israel Abrahams , Joel Phillips , O . Roberts , and H . M . Levy . Tho room was filled , and the Lodgo having been opened , tho W . M . passed Bros . West and Smith to tho second degree , and raised Bros . E . Creamer , Pitched , and Emanuel to the third degree . Ballots were then taken for the admission of Messrs . E . Stransky , Julius

Rohman , and E . Davey . The former and the latter gentleman , by the courtesy of tho W . M ., were initiated by P . M . 's Bros . O . Roberts and H . M . Levy respectively . In accordance with a resolution passed at the last meeting of the Lodge , a letter had been sent to Bro . Hickman , the immediato Past Master , expressing tho sympathy of the members with him in his sad accident . It was announced that an

answer had been received , and this the worthy secretary read . Ifc stated that Bro . Hickman had been enabled to leave the London Hospital ; that ho was now at his residence , and he hoped on an early occasion to be present to meet tho brethren . This statement was received with great pleasure , and Bro . Alexander P . M . proposed , and Bro . Levy seconded a motion , that Bro . Hickman's letter bo

recorded on tho minutes . Three brethren wore now proposed for initiation , and two distressed brethren were relieved . The Lodgo was then closed , and thoso present , who nnmbered over 100 , sat down to a very sumptuous banquet , provided by Bro . W . G . Jennings , and superintended by Bro . Keeping . The W . M . then proposed the usual toasts . In speaking to that of H . R . H . the Prince of Wales , ho

said the accounts received of their noblo and worthypatron were gratifying . He was pleased to bo able to say that the Princo was enjoying good health , and every loyal subject and Freemason would hail his return to this country , he trusted inrenowedhealthandvigonr ( Cheers . ) The toast of the R . W . tho Earl of Carnarvon M . W . Pro Grand Master and the rest of the Grand Officers was thon given , the W . M ,

coupling with ifc the name of Bro . E . P . Albert P . M . Assistant Grand Pursuivant , who eloquently returned thanks . Bro . Albert said it was a pleasure for those who were privileged to be present at the Quarterly Communication to see the admirable manner in which the D . G . M . Lord Skelmersdalo had discharged his duties in Grand Lodge on Wednesday , and on behalf of the Grand Officers ho begged to

return his sincere thanks for the way tho toast had been given and received . Tho W . M then proposed the toast of the Benevolent Fur d , and tho newly initiated brethren and officers liberally subscribed to it . Bro . L . Alexander , tho President , returned thanks for tho toast . The W . M . then proposed the toast of tho Visitors , complimenting them by referring to their qualifications . Ho said the Lodge was

always pleased to see them . Bro . John Constable P . M . 185 pertinently returned thanks . In the conrso of a speech , that was worthy of attention , he allndcd to the Masonic Charities . He thought tho time of the brethren might bo better occupied by listening to the harmony provided , than by hearing long speeches . A call was then made on Bros . Morgan and Massey , as representatives of tho

Masonic press . Bro . Morgan said it had afforded him great gratifi . cation to be present , and congratulated the brethren on the prosperity of the Joppa Lodge . He thanked tho W . M . for his kindness in pro - posing the toast , and requested permission to correct a slight mistake that he had been led into . Bro . Dodson had referred to him as the proprietor of tho FREEMASON ' S CHRONICLE ; this was not the case .

as he was only the manager of that paper . The proprietorship was vested in the Craft , and he was proud to . be able to announce that the exertions of the conductors were appreciated by the Fraternity , and that success was attending their efforts . Bro . Massey followed , say . ing that so far as he represented the fonrth estate he would use his best endeavours to promote tho welfare and advancement of tho

Order . The toast of the Newly Initiated was then given , Bro . Stransky replying . Bro . L . Alexander P . M . then proposed tho toast of tho W . M ., who had performed all his duties in a respectable and creditable manner , and ho was sure his working was to their satisfaction . The W . M . said he was overwhelmed by their kindness . He had but one r ^ int of view for his conduct , and

that was to do his duty , and conform to tho Book of Constitu . tions . Tho toast of the Past Masters followed , aud Bro . I . Abrahams , H . M . Levy and O . Roberts returned thanks . To that of the Officers , Bios . II . P . Isaacs and Spiegel responded . Tho T yler ' s toast was then given . The W . M . provided the brethren with a splendid musical entertainment , that reflected great credit on the artistes

selected by Bro . P . b . \' an Aoorden , who had engaged the services of Madame h ' oche , Misses Dore and Reeves , Bros . Frank Elmore and Cherill . Tho brethren listened with feelings of great pleasure to the admirable singing . The visitors were—Bros . Frances , J . Constable , Lee , J . Ross , S . M . Harris , S . God free , G . Packer , Gaskill , Thomson , S . Levy , Belfrage , G . South , Poscbury , C . J . Knight , C . Veal , A . Wallace , Sonnenberg , Cherill , II . Massey , W . W . Morgan , & c .

Confidence Lodge of Instruction , No . 193 , —This Lodge held its weekly meeting on Wednesday , the 8 th March , at Masons ' Hall Tavern , Masons' -avenue , Basinghall-street . Present—Bros . Abcll W . M ,, Reed S . W ., Biddell J . W ., J . Constable Treasnrer ,

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