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were initiated . In tho absence of P . M . Bates , the Secretary proposed that the sum of £ 10 be given from the funds of the Lodge , to be added to Hro . P . M . Wallington ' s list as Steward at the Festival of the Benevolent Institution . This was duly seconded , and voted unanimously . Tho Lodgo was then closed , aud the brethren adjourned to the banquet . After grace had been said , tho W . M ., in

proposing The Queen and the Craft , " said ho was sure it was quite superfluous to speak of her noble qualities or her lofty position ; no ono appreciated the virtues and excellent qualities of Her Majesty more than Freemasons . The toast having been enthusiastically received , Bro . Wallington sang tho National Anthem . The health of our M . W . G . M ., tho Prince of Wales , was next given . The W . M .

said it was a toast to be honoured with all tho zeal it is possible to betray . Ho had given a great impulse to Masonry , which had been a recognised Order in the Royal Family for years—in fact , the Hanoverians had always taken au interest in it . The AV . M . said the Grand Master was not only a Mason in name , but also in quality , and the way in which he worked any ceremony

he was called upon to perform shewed ho had the cause of Freemasonry at heart . He was beloved by the whole world ; it might bo said that he never made an enemy , in fact ho is incapable of doing so , and , so long as he is connected with Freemasonry , wo may be sure it will prosper . In proposing the Pro Grand Master , the Earl of Carnarvon , tho W . M . said he might repeat much of what he

had said about the Prince of Wales ; lie was a nobleman highly connected with state matters , and was so fond of Freemasonry that he gave his valuable timo for the sake of being among Masons ; an example of this was given at Freemasons' Hall , only a few days back , when tho noble Earl presided afc the meeting of Grand Locige ; on thafc occasion , the Earl of Carnarvon took a most liberal view of

the matter under discussion . Previous to the meeting , the W . M ., said he had felt strongly that the money to be voted ought to go to tho Masonic Charities , but the arguments of tho Pro Grand Master had induced him to alter his opinion . Wo aro all men of the world , and this might be looked upon as a noble act , voting tho money outside the Craft , where it would bo of service , not only to Masons but

to others . The next toast was that of the Earl ot Skelmersdale , and the Grand Officers Past and Present . Every brother who had mixed himself up with Masonry must havo either read or heard of that nobleman . The Earl of Carnarvon was wonderfully zealous in the Craft , but much of his work devolved on his deputy , who was a real hard-working Mason , and performed a great deal of tho business the

Earl of Carnarvon was unable to fulfil . Bro . Wallington , tho I . P . M ., then took the gavel , aud proposed the health of the W . M . He said that , since he had passed the chair , ifc had been his greatest pleasure to propose tho health of their present Master . All liked him for his geniality and good working . He hoped ho would long be among them . The W . M . said he was grateful

for the kindness of P . M . Wallington in proposing his health , ho left it to the members to say whether he had done his duty . At all times ho had endeavoured to smooth over any little differences that had arisen . He urged them to inculcate those great principles of tho Craft—Brotherly Love , Relief , aud Truth . A few words would often put things straight , for all knew that everything did not go right even

in Freemasonry . He thanked the brethren for many acts of kindness he had received , ancl could say that so long as he had been a member of the Dalhousie Lodge he had never had a word of disagreement with any of its members , with all of whom he had been able to work harmoniously . He might say the Lodge was at its zenith , and at the end of his year of office , he would have the pleasure of saying that

he had initiated more during his term of office than had ever been done before by any of its previous masters . He wished prosperity to tho Lodge and . its members . He would now proceed to the next toast , which was one that the Dalhousie always received well . He alluded to that of the Initiates . As they could not continue in the same groove for ever , they were afc all times glad to havo new blood .

He was happy to say there were two newly-initiated brethren among them that evening , although all of those approved were not present . He hoped the brethren would on this occasion give them a hearty welcome , and he trusted they would make good Masons . He felt sure they had been favourably impressed with the ceremony they had witnessed . We are always glad to see new brethren . Wo are banded

together with certain secrets , but our great principles aro Brotherly Love , Relief , and Truth . He hoped the two brethren they had that evening admitted would take an interest in the Craft , and one day occupy the chair . Bro . Christian thanked the brethren for the kind way in which he had been received , and asked as a young member to be excused a long speech . He could only say ho thanked them , if he

continued for an hour . " Tho Visitors was then given . The W . M . remarked that there were several eminent brethren among them that evening . The Dalhousie Locige always offered the right hand of fellowship , and was ever glad to see Visitors . They did all they could to amuse as well as instruct their friends , and instead of long speeches , tried what they could do in tho way of

songs , which he considered much better . They were all welcome , and the members would bo glad to see them nn-ain . lie coupled with the toast the name of Bro . Thomson , who , in reply , said he had never been better treated . The working and geniality of the W . M . were a credit , aud ho hoped to have another invite to the Dalhousie . The toast next on the list was a most

important ono , namely , that of our Past Masters . There were several absentees on the occasion , which he was sorry to note . When we pass the chair we aro apt to feel old , and disinclined to move out in wet weather . Although those present were not numerous , ho would describe them as a respectable assembly . We owe a deep" debt ot gratitude to our P . M . ' s , to whom wo must look in case anythiug goes

wrong . He coupled with the toast the name of the I . P . M . Bro . Wallington , who , in reply , said he was tired of having to reply to this toast ; he could only thank tho members in a regular stereot ype form , ancl should be glad when he was removed a step further round so as to get out of the job ; but he must not fail to express the gratitude of the P . M . ' s . for the great kindness shown by the brethren . When

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a brother became a P . M . ho could only rest on hia laurels , and they are specially thankful for the indulgence of tho brethren . He considered the present W . M . had a most efficient staff" of officers . No Lodgo in London , ho was sure , could surpass them . Thoy could all go a long way beyond their actual requirements , and he hoped they would ail havo tho pleasure of satisfying tho desire of their heart to

attain the position of W . M . The P . M . ' s would always bo ready to do what was required of them to further tho prosperity of tho Dalhousie Lodge . Without making any distinctions , the W . M . would ask the brethren to drink tho health of tho officers . Ho considered himself blessed with the best sot of officers it was possible for a W . M . to preside over . His work was much lessened by them , every officer being

at his post , ancl doing his duty . When a man works for a position ho is doubly honoured on attaining it . All tho officers were going on gradually , aud ho hoped to live to see them all through tho chair . Bro . Secretary and Bro . Treasurer shonld have been included in tho toast , for all knew what their work was . Tho duties of tho Secretary wero very onerous , and thoy were blessed in having a member

so qualified for tho position as Bro . Littell , ho very much doubted where they could find an equal . To Bro . Treasurer wo aro all indebted , for without tho sinows of war we cannot get on . Ho coupled with tho toast tho names of the Sec . ancl tho S . W . Bro . Littell thanked tho brethren . Ifc was always a pleasure to receive a compliment . Ho could only say their endeavour was to discharge

their duties so as to bo satisfactory to tho members . He did the work of hia office without begruding any time spent thereon , and always felt the greatest interest in tho welfare of the Lodgo . So long as he held the position of Secretary ho would endeavour to discharge any duties intrusted to him . Tho S . W . also thanked the brethren . The great aim of the officers was to fill tho chair , which thoy all hoped to

do iu succession . After somo very excellent songs , the Tyler ' s toast was given , and the brethren separated after a most enjoyable evening . The remarks of the W . M . as to tho efforts of the Locige to provide amusement for thoso present wero on this occasion fully illustrated , many excellent songs being given during tho evening , by Bros . Wallington , Littell , Thomson , Smith , Weige , Worsley , Giblin , Seymour Smith , and Distin .

Dalhousie Lodge of Instruction , No . 860 . —The weekly meeting took place at Bro . Allen ' s , " Royal Edward , " Triangle , Hackney , on Tuesday , 9 th January 1877 . Bro . Saunders W . M ., Cambridge S . W ., Lovelock J . W ., Smith S . D ., Perry J . D ., Lowles I . G ., Worsley Secretary , P . M . Wallington Preceptor ; also , Bros . Barker , Pavitt , Watkins , Hewlett , Defriez , Webb , Brand ,

Crouch , Williamson , Ashbnrner , and W . W . Morgan . Tho Lodgo was opened with solemn prayer . The minutes of the last two meetings were read and confirmed . Bro . Pavicfc having answered the usual questions , tho Lodge was opened to the 2 nd degree , when the ceremony of passing was rehearsed , Bro . Hewlett acting as candidate . The Lodge was opened in tho 3 rd degree , and closed

down to the 1 st . Bro . Webb worked the 1 st , 2 . id ( . ml 4 th sections of the Lecture , assisted by the brethren . Bro . Pavitt , of Dalhousie Lodge , No . 860 , was unanimously elected a member . A cordial vote of thanks was ordered to be recorded on the minutes of the Lodgo to the W . M ., Bro . Saunders , for his very excellent working in the chair . Ho is a very young member , but his rendering was equal

to that of an experienced Past Master . Tho Fifteen Sections will be worked in this Lodgo on Tuesday , the 24-th inst ., when the Lodgo will be presided over by that well-known Preceptor Bro . Horsley . We are sure ho will be well supported on the occasion . A full list will be given , in our next week ' s issue , of the brethren who will assisfc in working the sections .

Lodge of Friendship , No . 928 , Petersfleld , Hampshire . — Bro . Joseph Cole was , on the 2 nd inst ., installed Worshipful Master of this Lodge , the somewhat unusual circumstance being witnessed of a son presenting his father for advancement , tho outgoing W . M . being Bro . Lewis A . B . Cole . The members met in tho Lodge-room at the Red Lion Hotel ,

the P . M . 's present being Bros . Finley , J . Gammon ancl Poscott ; tho Visitors were Bros . J . R . Willson P . M . 342 aud 1428 , Ubsdell P . M . 487 P . P . G . D . C , Friedeberg P . M . 342 , Turney W . M . 342 , Guy S . W . 342 P . P . G . A . D . C , Payne J . W . 342 , A . R . Holbrook 309 , and Moore 811 . The ceremony of installation was most impressively performed by Bro . Eclgeler , P . M . of the Lodge , and the

Worshipful Master then invested his officers , as follows : —Bros . Lewis A . B . Cole I . P . M ., Creedon S . W ., Peirson J . W ., Edgoler Treasurer and Sec , C ' ordery S . D ., Masters J . D ., and NockoldsT . G . The members afterwards adjourned to a banquet at the Dolphin Hotel , admirably served by Mr . Harvey . Tho usual toasts were acknowledged with Masonic honours .

Walton Lodge , No . 1086 . —This Lodge held an emergency meeting on Weduesday , the 3 rd Jan ., nt St . Lawrence School Rooms , Croylands-stroet , Kirkdale , Liverpool . Present—Bros . Joseph Ellis W . M . , G . C Hanmer S . W ., G . J . Townsend J . W ., Rev . Dr . Hyde Sec , W . Archer P . M . Treasurer elect , W . Walker S . D ., W . G . Sharpe J . D ., John Lunt P . Prov . G . D . C . D . C , Oaeoy and Riley Stewards , Isaac

Leece I . G ., M . Williamson Tyler . Past Masters Bros . W . Archer , J , C . Lunt , R . Abraham , J . P . McArthur , W . Sephton , & c . Visitors—Bros . W . Jones P . M . 220 and 1299 , John Jones P . M . 220 , H . Ash more P . M . 1325 , F . Knight W . M . 1325 , Willis W . M . elect 1035 . Business —The members of this Lodge celebrated the Festival of St . John on the above date , when a large number of brethren and visitors assembled . The ceremony of installing Bro . Hanmer W . M . elect was

performed in tho most impressive manner by Bro . Lunfc P . Prov . G . D . C , and elicited the warm approval of all present . A gold P . M . ' s jewel , of beautiful design , was presented to the I . P . M . Bro . Ellis for his efficient services during tho past year , and a vote of thanks was recorded on the minutes to tbo installing Master . The Lodge was then closed . The banquet which followed was served in Bro . Casey ' s best style . The chair was occupied by the newly-installed W . M ., when tho usual loyal and Masonic toasta were duly honoured .