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teal interests of the Lodge . At the conclusion , of the business , the brethren adjourned to a recherche banquet , where they were joined by several distinguished visitors , including Bros . H . G . Buss , Assistant Grand Secretary England , and Bro . W . T . Howe , Past Grand Pursuivant , Ac . The customary Loyal and Masonic toasts were duly

honoured , the health of the newly installed W . M . being most enthusiastically received , and responded to in suitable terms by Brother Lewis . Interspersed with some excellent vocal and instrumental music , the proceedings were of a thoroughly agreeable and harmonious description .

BURRELL LODGE , No . 1829 .

ON the afternoon of the 7 th instant , a meeting of the brethren o the above Lodge took place at the Royal George Hotel , Shoreham . Among those present were Bros . T . Packham W . M ., J . Harrison

S . W ., E . Bridges J . W ., G . Rose Johnson Chaplain , H . Cheal Secretary , T . Hardy S . D ., R . W . Higham J . D ., T . Holloway I . G ., K . Smith Organist , W . T . Giles and W . Swales Stewards , J . Harman Tyler , A . J . Carpenter , H . Packham , G . Courtney , J . Pamell , W . Gill , W . Bodle , A . Brazier , B . G . Webb , W . Home , G . Pieldus , E . New ; while the visiting brethren included Bros . J . Balwinkle S . D . 1421 ,

E . Broadbridge W . M . 1636 , W . Anderson S . D . 315 , W , Smithers J . D . 1636 , J . Curtis P . M . 315 and 1797 , S . M . Leleu W . M . 1821 , A . Greenyer 80 , A . Bnrrowes 186 , J . 0 . Bnckwell 1797 and 1821 , P . Wiseman P . M . Trinity 1734 and 180 , and H . Anscombe I . G . 1821 . The chief business of the meeting consisted of the initiation of a new member , and the election of W . M . for the ensuing year , the choice

of the latter falling unanimously upon Bro . J . Harrison . The Lodge being closed , those present sat down to a complimentary banquet given by the brethren of the Lodge , in honour of Bro . T . Packham W . M . and P . M . 315 . The newly-elected W . M . occupied the chair , the vice chairs being filled by Bros . E . Bridges and T . Hardy . Ample justice having been done to the spread supplied by Bro . Gates , the

Chairman opened the toast list by proposing H . R . H . the Prince of Wales and the Officers of Grand Lodge , Present and Past , each of which was well received . He then gave the R . W . Sir W . W . Burrell Prov . G . M . of Sussex , and the Officers of Provincial Grand Lodge , Present and Past . He regretted the absence of Sir W . W . Burrell nd the Provincial Officers , who were unable to be present . Bro .

J . Curtis , in responding , remarked that if rumour were correct , the Burrell Lodge would soon be honoured by the appointment of their W . M ., Bro . T . Packham , as oue of the Provincial Grand Stewards . The election would , he felt , be well deserved . The Chairman proposed the W . M . Bro . Packham P . M . 315 , and bore testimony to his sterling qualities , his zeal on behalf of Masonry , and the excellent manner in which he carried out the duties of the various offices entrusted to

him j the longer they knew him the better they liked him , They would all hope with him ( Bro . Harrison ) that their worthy guest that evening wonld rise even higher in the Craft . Bro . Packham , in responding , said he never anticipated such on occasion as that on whioh they were gathered tcgether . If he had been successful as their W . M ., it must be remembered that he had had excellent Officers to

assist him , and each had carried out his duties faithfully . To his Secretary ( Bro . Cheal ) he was especially indebted , and he took the opportunity of referring to the blame that had been attached to one of their secretaries on a previous occasion , and of stating that that Officer was not to blame , the neglect really being on the part of his senior Officer , whose dnty it was to see that he had been in receipt

of the return papers , over which the neglect had occurred . He ( Bro . Packham ) referred in feeling terms to the losses during his year of office of their late Bros . Captain Sinclair and Mitchell . He was proud that the brethren had been enabled to assist the widow of their late Bro . Mitchell , and those outside the pale of the Craft might be reminded that Masonic Charity had no bounds but prndence .

Concluding bis remarks , Bro . Packham said he should never forget that day ' s meeting , and he should always remember with feelings of gratitude , respect , and love all those present with him . He then proposed the W . M . elect , Bro . J . Harrison— -a Mason who had worked assiduously in the Craft , and had on many occasions rendered him valuable assistance . He trusted he would experience a happy year of office , for he regarded him as one of the most energetic Masons he

had ever met . Bro . J . Harrison , in responding , said the brethren might deem him an inveterate " beggar , " but he should continue his utmost in aid of the Masonic Charities . The Chairman proposed the Entered Apprentice . Bro . Home responded . The toast of the Visitors , given from the chair , was acknowledged by Bros . Broad , bridge and Wiseman . The Tyler ' s toast brought the pleasant gather , ing to a close- Dnring the evening some excellent songs and recitations were given by several of the brethren present .

Prosperity Lodge of Instruction , No . 65 . —On Tuesday , 12 th inst ., at Bro . Maidwell ' s , Hercules Tavern , Leadenhallstreet , there wero present Bros . Roberts W . M ., Shadier S . W ., G . H . Stephens J . W ., Clements S . D . and Sec , Oxley F . G ., Moss Preceptor ; also Bro . Mallett . Lodge was opened in due form , and the minntes of previous meeting were read and confirmed . The

ceremony of initiation was rehearsed , Bro . Mallett acting as candidate . Bro . Mallett answered the questions leading to the second degree , and was entrusted ; Lodge advanced , and Bro . Mallett passed to the degree of F . C . For tho purpose of practice Lodge opened in the third degree , and closed to the first , when it was proposed by Bro . Moss Preceptor , and seconded by Bro . G . H . Stephens , that

Bro . Mallett , of the Clapton Lodge , No . 1365 , be elected a member . Bro . Shadier was elected to fill the chair for next Tuesday evening , 19 th inst ., when the Lodge will be opened at 7 o ' clock , and on this occasion Bro . Webb P . M . has kindly consented to rehearse the ceremony of installation j brethren who attend will undoubtedly be rewarded by spending an instructive evening . We may add that this

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Lodge has almost entirely devoted itself to the rehearsal of cere monies , therefore those brethren who are more anxious for this work ing will do well to place themselves under the able Preceptor , Bro D . Moss . Lodge closed and adjourned .

Joppa Lodge of Instruction , No . 188 . —It is seldom our pleasurable duty to record snch steady progress and so eminentl y satisfactory a result in connection with a Lodge of Instruction as it becomes our duty , after visiting the Joppa Lodge , which was held on Tuesday evening last , at the Champion Hotel , Aldersgate-street . Although established scarcely two years , this Lodge has attracted to

itself a goodly circle of thorough working members , whose heart is in the cause , and whose Masonic zeal finds tangible and frequent expres . sion . As one proof of the thoroughly good work done , and the right direction given to the efforts of the members , it is only necessary to mention that within the very short period of its existence , and with only the nominal fees common to most Lodges of Instruction , this

Lodge has already created two life subscribers to the Masonia Charities—one to the Royal Benevolent Institution , and another to the Boys' School ; and on Tuesday evening it was announced that the funds in hand were sufficient to admit of a ballot for the third life subscriber at tbe next alternate meeting . This is a state of things reflecting the highest credit upon so young a Lodge of Instruction , and

is deserving of being extensively copied . Another featnre of this little conclave at the Champion is the excellence of the work that is being carried on , under the guidance of Bro . A . G . Dodson P . M . as Preceptor , and the no less admirable arrangements whioh have been made by Bro . R . Chillingworth P . M ., the esteemed proprietor of the hotel , for the comfort and enjoyment of the brethren . The Lodge

room is fitted up in cosy , and even luxurious , fashion , with every possible convenience , whilst the urbanity of Bro . Chillingworth , his readiness to take any position in the Lodge when required , and to render good service in the working , in which he is so proficient , aa well as for his general arrangements for promoting the welfare of the Lodge and the happiness of its menrbers , add greatly

to the pleasure of a visit here . On Tuesday evening last , the chair was occupied by Bro . J . Hughes , who acquitted himself most creditably as Worshipfnl Master , snpported by Bros . Thomas Agutter S . W ., H . L . Phillips J . W ., Samuel Pardee S . D ., Isaac Botibol I . G ., A . G . Dodson P . M . Preceptor , R . J . Chillingworth P . M ., J . Hicks Secretary , F . Deering , Nightingale , A . R . Green , G . H . Cobb ,

0 . J . Dnnlop , E . Davy , E . H . Tyrrell , J . Pige , W . Gardner , and others . Lodge . having been opened in due form , the questions for passing were put to Bros . Deering and Cobb , both of whom answered satisfactorily , and were entrusted . Bro . Deering then retired , being the initiate . The ceremony of passing was rehearsed , with Bro . Cobb as candidate , Bro . Pardee as S . D . The questions before raising having

been put to Bro . Cobb , Lodge was opened in the third degree , and Bro . Hughes then vacated the chair , which was taken by Bro . A . G . Dodson P . M ., who rehearsed the ceremony of raising . The impressive and accurate manner in which the Preceptor delivered the charges was decidedly an intellectual treat , and afforded the utmost gratification , as well as edification , to the brethren and visitors who were

fortunate enough to be present . At the close of the ceremony Brother Hughes resumed his position , and Lodge was closed in form , after two members had been accepted , and other matters of business transacted . Bro . Thomas Agutter was unanimously elected as W . M . for the next meeting . We may add that these enjoyable gatherings for instruction are held every Tuesday evening at the Champion Hotel , at half past seven o ' clock , and that visitors are always most cordially welcomed .

Eoyal TJnion Lodge of Instruction , No . 382 . — At the Chequers Hotel , Uxbridge , on Monday , 11 th inst ., Bros . Taplin W . M ., Rowles S . W ., Cotton J . W ., Nicholson S . D ., Taylor J . D ., Fleming I . G . and Tyler , Brooks Secretary , and others . The Lodge was opened in due form , and the minutes of the previous meeting read , confirmed , and signed . Lodge was opened and closed in the second .

The evening was occupied with the following official business . The committee reported the result of their audit of the accounts ; and also made an inventory of Lodge furniture . Bro . Brooks Seo . read the Bye-laws , also the following short summary of the work of the past session . A retrospect of the whole course of meetings of this Lodge of Instruction is exceedingly interesting and satisfactory to all

concerned ; it can boast of having been visited by the Right Worshipfnl Grand Master of the Province , Brother Sir Francis Burdett , Bart . The Lodge has received valuable presents , from Bros . H . E . Tucker Preceptor , and Nicholson , of a volume of the Sacred Laws from the former , and a velvet cushion from the latter . The Lodge consists of sixteen subscribing , and nine honorary members .

The meetings commenced on tho 31 st October 1881 , and closed on 28 th August 1882 , so that thirty-nine meetings havo been held . The number of attendances for tho whole course , including visitors , has been 377 , an average of nearly ten per meeting ; the largest attendance was on the occasion of the presentations being made by Bros . Tucker and Nicholson , on the 9 th January 1882 , when 41 were

present ; the smallest number during the summer has been five , when the brethren found other enjoyment than that of a Lodge indoors . The ceremonies have been rehearsed as follow : —Initiation 29 , Passing 15 , Raising G ; total 50 . The brethren have only met twice without rehearsing a ceremony , and have never assembled without a sufficienf number to open the Lodge . In addition to the ceremonies mentioned above , Bro . 0 . Andrews P . M ., honorary

member , has worked one or more sections of the first lecture at four meetings , and given a lecture on the first tracing board twice . The Lodge ia also indebted to Bro . W . W . Morgan honorary member , for twice delivering Lectures during the course . The following list gives the names of those who have filled tho chair , and also the nnmber of times each has filled it : —Bros . C . Andrews P . M . honorary member 1 , E . H . Sugg P . M . honorary member 1 , C . E . Botley honorary