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CRAFT : METROPOLITAN .
ROYAL ATHELSTAN LODGE , No . 19 . THE one hundred and thirty-first Anniversary Festival of this excellent Lodge took place on Thursday of last week , at the Cannon Street Hotel , E . G ., with remarkable success , a large number of Brethreu , including a goodly array of Grand Officers , attending to take part in the interesting proceedings .
Bro . John Henry Merrett presided for the last time upon the termination of his year of office , and opened the Lodge soon after five o ' clock , when the preliminary business was quickly transacted . Bro . Digby-Green Treasurer presented the Auditors' Report , which was received , adopted , and ordered to be entered on the minutes of the Lodge . Bro . William John Hiam , of the Earl of Zetland Lodge , No . 1361 , was
balloted for and accepted as a joining member . Bro . Merrett announced his intention of going up as a Steward at the approaching Festival of the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution , whereupon the Lodge voted five guineas to head his List o £ Subscriptions on that occasion . In consequence of a communication from Bro . Morrison McLeod , Secretary to the Boys School , it was resolved that any votes duo to the Lodge from the Masonic Charities should in future be sent to the Secretary , to be accounted for by him .
After the Lodge had been opened in the second degree , the chair was assumed by Bro . Witham . M . Bywater P . G . Swd . B ., who had kindly consented to undertake the Installation ceremony . All Offices were declared vacant , and Bro . Bywater appointed the following Brethren to assist him : —G . W . Capel P . M . as S . W ., G . R . Carsberg P . M . as J . W ., E . G . Young P . M . as J . D ., and Wm . Pound P . M . as D . C . Bro . Money Marsland W . M .-elect was duly presented , when Bro . Bywater addressed the Brethren in accordance with
ancient custom , and recited the qualifications requisite for the office of Master , to all of which Bro . Marsland agreed , and also signified his assent to the charges and regulations of the Order . The Brethren then retired , when a Board of Installed Masters was formed by twenty-seven Past Masters , and Bro . Money Marsland was regularly installed as Master of the Lodge . The ceremony was conducted with quiet dignity by Bro . Bywater , now in his 77 th year , and his subsequent delivery of the addresses met with manifest approval from those present .
Upon the re-admission of the Brethren the newly installed Master was saluted in the three degrees , and the ancient Warrant of the Lodge was entrusted to his keeping . The following Officers were appointed and invested : Martin Pulvermann S . W ., Octavius Marsland J . W ., Arthur Digby-Green P . M . Treasurer , John Walter Barnes Secretary , Maurice Miroy S . D ., Arthur Collings Burnley J . D ., Thomas Edward Williams I . G ., W . M . Bywater D . C , William Pound Steward , W . P . 0 . Everden Organist , and George Gilbert Tyler .
One of the first duties of the new Master was to present the Past Master ' s jewel voted by the Lodge to his predecessor , which he did in a neat little speech in which he hoped that Bro . Merrett would consider it as a reward for hard work faithfully carried out during his Mastership , and as a pleasant souvenir of his year of office . He read the inscription on the jewel , which was as follows : —
Presented by the Royal Athelstan Lodge , No . 19 , to BHO . JOHN HENHY MEBBETT P . M ., in recognition of his ability , courtesy and zeal while presiding over the Lodge as Worshipful Master for the year 1899-1900 . Bro . Merrett briefly returned thanks for the handsome gift , which he
would always wear and consider as a mark of the esteem of the Brethren . He then proposed a cordial vote of thanks to Bro . Bywater for the admirable manner in which he had carried out the installation ceremony . It was at the earnest solicitation of the W . M . that he had so kindly undertaken the duty , and he was sure they would agree with him that it could not have been more beautifully rendered . Bro . Marsland seconded the proposition , which was carried with acclamation , and briefly acknowledged by Bro . Bywater .
The Secretary read several letters from Brethren regretting their inability to be present . Three candidates and one joining member were proposed for acceptance at the next meeting , and the resignation of a Brother was received with regret . There being no further business the Visiting Brethren tendered their congratulations to the Worshipful Master , and the Lodge was closed in due form .
The Installation Banquet was served in the fine Hall of the Terminus Hotel , and did justice to the cuisine of the establishment . The principal table was graced with the handsome silver loving cup presented to the Lodge by Bro . Bywater upon the occasion of the fiftieth anniversary of his initiation . Upon the conclusion of the dinner the customary Loyal and Masonic toasts were submitted by the Master , and heartily received by the Bi-ethren .
Bro . Ernest M . Money P . A . G . D . C . responded for Officers of Grand Lodge , and drew attention to the large sums raised by Freemasons for the various War Funds . The Craft might be proud of the gallant Brethren fighting for their Queen- and Country in South Africa , amongst whom were numbered Lord Roberts , Lord Kitchener , and Lord Valentia . He took the opportunity of expressing the satisfaction and gratification of the Grand Officers present at the admirable manner in which Bro . Bywater had performed the ceremony in the Lodge .
Bro . Merrett I . P . M . then rose and said he had the honour for the first time to propose the health of the Worshipful Master , and he was sure that everyone would join him in wishing Bro . Money Marsland a very happy and successful year of office . He would promise that all the Officers would unite to do all in their power to further that end .
The Worshipful Master , who was received with continuous rounds of applause , said , in reply , that he was a man of few words , and quite unable to express bis thanks for their kind reception . He was quite aware of the onerous dutiVs and responsibilities of his position , but with their assistance he hoped to merit their confidence and esteem . In proposing the Past Masters , Bro . Marsland dtew attention to the long roll of worthy and able Brethren who had preceded him in the chair . Bro .
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Merrett had just handed over the reins of office to him , and all knew the kind manner in which he had carried out the duties of Master . Several of the Past Masters had taken part in the ceremony that afternoon , and as to the Installing Master , ho could only say that Bro . Bywater was their stoutest pillar , and they were all proud of him . He called , upon them to drink the toast in a hearty manner .
Bro . Bywater , in reply , said he felt greatly indebted to the Brethren for their kind appreciation . He was now in the 54 th year of his membership of the Lodge , and he always looked forward with pleasure to their meetings , where he found friendly hands on all sides . Bro . Merrett also responded , and took occasion to thank his Officers for their assistance during his year .
Bro . James Dix P . M . ( who was installed as Master forty years ago ) proposed the Visitors , of whom there was a long list . The Lodge was proud to see them , and equally pleased to extend its hospitality to them . He hoped they had all enjoyed themselves , and that they would soon come again . Bro . T . A . Bullock P . G . Swd . Br . returned thanks , and expressed hi .- ; deep regret at the great loss the Brethren had sustained by the death of Bro . Charles R . Barnes , who had been for so many years a support and stay of the Lodge as its Secretary .
Bro . Jack declared it was always a privilege to attend the Royal Athelstan Lodge and listen to the dignified working of Bro . Bywater , which was an intellectual treat . Bro . Sorrell , Treasurer of the City Masonic Club , who also spoke to the toast , said it was the penalty of growing old to see one's friends pass away , and he regretted to notice many changes in the Lodge since his last visit .
Bro . Thomas responded for the Masonic Charities , to which he had devoted considerable time and attention during his Masonic career . He considered that no Institutions could be better managed ; and he was sure that the 250 Girls and the 290 Boys on the roll of the Schools would reflect credit
upon them in years to come . The 500 Old People were always well looked after , and were made as comfortable as circumstances would permit . He was glad that the I . P . M . was going as a Steward to the Festival on the 27 th inst ., and hoped he would bo well supported , as they required a large annual sum to keep them going .
Bros . A . Digby-Green Treasurer , and John W . Barnes secretary briefly acknowledged the toast in their honour ; and the Officers having been similarly complimented , the Tyler ' s toast brought the proceedings to a pleasant conclusion . A very interesting musical programme was provided by Bro . Septimus Marsland , in which ho was assisted by Madame Beatrice Marsland , Madame Edytha Rimmer , and Bro . Charles B . Gammon . Miss May Drysdale added some well delivered recitations .
The Visitors were Bros . John Read P . G . Std . B ., E . M . Money P . A . G . D . C , E . Hobbs P . P . G . D . Essex , J . J . Thomas P . G . St . B ., A . 0 . Spaull P . G . Std . B ., W . G . Kentish P . G . Std . B ., T . A . Bullock P . G . Std . B ., J . Brockett Sorrell P . M . 1260 , Ben . Hooker P . M . 1260 , G . 0 . Jack W . M . 2470 , E . J . Turnbull P . M . 1524 , C . J . Wilkinson-Pimbury P . M . 1997 , J . Simmons 77 , W . Perkins 2470 , E . Hobday 1437 , A . W . Ball J . W . 1916 , Louis A . Cope 1471 , J . H . Barnes
J . W . 2127 , W . 0 . Arthous 1329 , H . Tufnell P . M . 700 , H . Jenkins 1005 , A . A . Wallet 18 , K . M . Yeoman S . W . 2467 , H . W . Lee P . M . 2549 , E . H . Davis 455 , S . F . Mackway P . M . 2310 , R . Bassett P . M . 172 , R . Manual P . M . 1196 , E . J , Freeman 1613 , F . ' H . Mabbett 1364 , F . Cole 2470 , H . R . Romnay I . P . M . 18 , J . B . Bott P . M . 1839 , J . T . Fielder W . M . 2096 , F . J . Pulman J . D . 538 , W . Hooker P . M . 155 G , Murray L . Russell P . M . 95 , T . Bailey 2523 , F . J . Minter I . G . 1365 , Orlton Cooper P . M . 211 .
CONFIDENCE LODGE , No . 193 . AT Anderton's Hotel , on Monday , 12 th inst ., the regular meeting of this Lodge took place , those present including Bros . John Wyatt Simeons W . M ., Sidney B . Fells S . W ., Metcalf Baillie J . W ., E . T . Davey P . M . Secretary , J . E . Fells P . M . Treasurer , G . Spice I . P . M ., F . S . Plowright P . M ., G . P . Nightingale P . M ., S . Smithers P . M ., T . Wiffin S . D ., G . F . H . Bushell J . D ., Robert M . Owen I . G ., Francis Haines and W . Houghton Stewards , E . H . Lough A . D . C , L . H . Reinhardt Tyler ; Alfred Jay , G . Solomon , J . G .
Goodchild , G . Barlow , C . Wright , W . Scones , G . T . Baker , C . Cornish , J . N Osborn , G . Kimber , G . F . Carr , John H . Bigg , J . J . Webber , J . Staal , W . M . Martin , A . Delmonti , M . Madders , S . Foreman . Fred . W . Clark , H . King . Visitors : Bros . J . K . Pitt 463 P . G . S . B . Surrey , W . H . Latham W . M 1963 , W . H . G . Rudderforth W . M . 2742 , W . Warwick W . M . 765 , George Chapman 27 , B . T . Penny 956 ( Johannesburg ) , A . E . Penny 2626 , O . G . Nichols S 67 ( Trinidad ) , W . Morant 1624 , R . Moore 1278 , R . B . Hopkins 1381 , E . C Wetton W . M . 2763 .
The minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed . Bro . George Kimber was raised , Mr . David Hart was balloted for , and Bro . Frederick William Clark ( of the Fellowship Lodge , No . 2535 ) , was elected a joining member .
An honorarium of ten guineas was voted to the Secretary for services rendered , and the sum of ten guineas was placed on the W . M . ' s list for the Old People . Bro . Simeons , in thanking the Lodge , told the Brethren he had the handsome sum of one hundred and twenty guineas on his list . Bro . O . G . Nichols , of Lodge 867 , Trinadad , was proposed as a joining member .
At the supper which followed , the usual toasts were honoured . Bros . Rudderforth , W . H . Latham , Warwick , Penny , Nichols and Pitt responded for the visitors . The musical portion of the programme was well supported by Bros . Davey P . M ., Rudderforth P . M ., Wiffin , Madders , Owen , Barrett , and J . Morant .
ST . MICHAEL LODGE , No . 211 . THE installation meeting of this ancient Lodge took place on Tuesday , at the Albion , Aldersgato Street , E . G ., when Bro . Ernest C . Collings installed his successor Bro . Frederick William Berry as Worshipful Master . The following Officers were appointed and invested for the ensuing year Bros . G . F . Johnson S . W ., Howard E . Mullins J . W ., A . B . Spawforth P . M . Treasurer , William Radclifte P . M . Secretary , 0 . J . Pinnell S . D ., William Sutton J . D ., J . Loverseed I . G ., E . T . Stainforth Organist , and P . J . King Steward .
A Past Treasurer ' s jewel of the value of five guineas was unanimously voted to Bro . Alfred Green , who has been compelled to relinquish the position in consequence of ill health . The new Master next proceeded to initiate Mr . James Boyce and Mr . Charles Horatio Owen , and proved his capacity for his position by the very able manner in which he performed the ceremony .
After the business of tho evening had been disposed of , the Brethren and their visitors were regaled with an excellent dinner , provided by Bro . W . G . London ; and a very pleasant musical entertainment was given by Bro . John A . Collings , and Company .
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Reports Of Meetings.
REPORTS OF MEETINGS .
We shall be pleased to receive particulars of Masonic meetings for insertion in our columns , and where desired will endeavour to send a representative , to report Lodge or other proceedings .
CRAFT : METROPOLITAN .
ROYAL ATHELSTAN LODGE , No . 19 . THE one hundred and thirty-first Anniversary Festival of this excellent Lodge took place on Thursday of last week , at the Cannon Street Hotel , E . G ., with remarkable success , a large number of Brethreu , including a goodly array of Grand Officers , attending to take part in the interesting proceedings .
Bro . John Henry Merrett presided for the last time upon the termination of his year of office , and opened the Lodge soon after five o ' clock , when the preliminary business was quickly transacted . Bro . Digby-Green Treasurer presented the Auditors' Report , which was received , adopted , and ordered to be entered on the minutes of the Lodge . Bro . William John Hiam , of the Earl of Zetland Lodge , No . 1361 , was
balloted for and accepted as a joining member . Bro . Merrett announced his intention of going up as a Steward at the approaching Festival of the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution , whereupon the Lodge voted five guineas to head his List o £ Subscriptions on that occasion . In consequence of a communication from Bro . Morrison McLeod , Secretary to the Boys School , it was resolved that any votes duo to the Lodge from the Masonic Charities should in future be sent to the Secretary , to be accounted for by him .
After the Lodge had been opened in the second degree , the chair was assumed by Bro . Witham . M . Bywater P . G . Swd . B ., who had kindly consented to undertake the Installation ceremony . All Offices were declared vacant , and Bro . Bywater appointed the following Brethren to assist him : —G . W . Capel P . M . as S . W ., G . R . Carsberg P . M . as J . W ., E . G . Young P . M . as J . D ., and Wm . Pound P . M . as D . C . Bro . Money Marsland W . M .-elect was duly presented , when Bro . Bywater addressed the Brethren in accordance with
ancient custom , and recited the qualifications requisite for the office of Master , to all of which Bro . Marsland agreed , and also signified his assent to the charges and regulations of the Order . The Brethren then retired , when a Board of Installed Masters was formed by twenty-seven Past Masters , and Bro . Money Marsland was regularly installed as Master of the Lodge . The ceremony was conducted with quiet dignity by Bro . Bywater , now in his 77 th year , and his subsequent delivery of the addresses met with manifest approval from those present .
Upon the re-admission of the Brethren the newly installed Master was saluted in the three degrees , and the ancient Warrant of the Lodge was entrusted to his keeping . The following Officers were appointed and invested : Martin Pulvermann S . W ., Octavius Marsland J . W ., Arthur Digby-Green P . M . Treasurer , John Walter Barnes Secretary , Maurice Miroy S . D ., Arthur Collings Burnley J . D ., Thomas Edward Williams I . G ., W . M . Bywater D . C , William Pound Steward , W . P . 0 . Everden Organist , and George Gilbert Tyler .
One of the first duties of the new Master was to present the Past Master ' s jewel voted by the Lodge to his predecessor , which he did in a neat little speech in which he hoped that Bro . Merrett would consider it as a reward for hard work faithfully carried out during his Mastership , and as a pleasant souvenir of his year of office . He read the inscription on the jewel , which was as follows : —
Presented by the Royal Athelstan Lodge , No . 19 , to BHO . JOHN HENHY MEBBETT P . M ., in recognition of his ability , courtesy and zeal while presiding over the Lodge as Worshipful Master for the year 1899-1900 . Bro . Merrett briefly returned thanks for the handsome gift , which he
would always wear and consider as a mark of the esteem of the Brethren . He then proposed a cordial vote of thanks to Bro . Bywater for the admirable manner in which he had carried out the installation ceremony . It was at the earnest solicitation of the W . M . that he had so kindly undertaken the duty , and he was sure they would agree with him that it could not have been more beautifully rendered . Bro . Marsland seconded the proposition , which was carried with acclamation , and briefly acknowledged by Bro . Bywater .
The Secretary read several letters from Brethren regretting their inability to be present . Three candidates and one joining member were proposed for acceptance at the next meeting , and the resignation of a Brother was received with regret . There being no further business the Visiting Brethren tendered their congratulations to the Worshipful Master , and the Lodge was closed in due form .
The Installation Banquet was served in the fine Hall of the Terminus Hotel , and did justice to the cuisine of the establishment . The principal table was graced with the handsome silver loving cup presented to the Lodge by Bro . Bywater upon the occasion of the fiftieth anniversary of his initiation . Upon the conclusion of the dinner the customary Loyal and Masonic toasts were submitted by the Master , and heartily received by the Bi-ethren .
Bro . Ernest M . Money P . A . G . D . C . responded for Officers of Grand Lodge , and drew attention to the large sums raised by Freemasons for the various War Funds . The Craft might be proud of the gallant Brethren fighting for their Queen- and Country in South Africa , amongst whom were numbered Lord Roberts , Lord Kitchener , and Lord Valentia . He took the opportunity of expressing the satisfaction and gratification of the Grand Officers present at the admirable manner in which Bro . Bywater had performed the ceremony in the Lodge .
Bro . Merrett I . P . M . then rose and said he had the honour for the first time to propose the health of the Worshipful Master , and he was sure that everyone would join him in wishing Bro . Money Marsland a very happy and successful year of office . He would promise that all the Officers would unite to do all in their power to further that end .
The Worshipful Master , who was received with continuous rounds of applause , said , in reply , that he was a man of few words , and quite unable to express bis thanks for their kind reception . He was quite aware of the onerous dutiVs and responsibilities of his position , but with their assistance he hoped to merit their confidence and esteem . In proposing the Past Masters , Bro . Marsland dtew attention to the long roll of worthy and able Brethren who had preceded him in the chair . Bro .
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Merrett had just handed over the reins of office to him , and all knew the kind manner in which he had carried out the duties of Master . Several of the Past Masters had taken part in the ceremony that afternoon , and as to the Installing Master , ho could only say that Bro . Bywater was their stoutest pillar , and they were all proud of him . He called , upon them to drink the toast in a hearty manner .
Bro . Bywater , in reply , said he felt greatly indebted to the Brethren for their kind appreciation . He was now in the 54 th year of his membership of the Lodge , and he always looked forward with pleasure to their meetings , where he found friendly hands on all sides . Bro . Merrett also responded , and took occasion to thank his Officers for their assistance during his year .
Bro . James Dix P . M . ( who was installed as Master forty years ago ) proposed the Visitors , of whom there was a long list . The Lodge was proud to see them , and equally pleased to extend its hospitality to them . He hoped they had all enjoyed themselves , and that they would soon come again . Bro . T . A . Bullock P . G . Swd . Br . returned thanks , and expressed hi .- ; deep regret at the great loss the Brethren had sustained by the death of Bro . Charles R . Barnes , who had been for so many years a support and stay of the Lodge as its Secretary .
Bro . Jack declared it was always a privilege to attend the Royal Athelstan Lodge and listen to the dignified working of Bro . Bywater , which was an intellectual treat . Bro . Sorrell , Treasurer of the City Masonic Club , who also spoke to the toast , said it was the penalty of growing old to see one's friends pass away , and he regretted to notice many changes in the Lodge since his last visit .
Bro . Thomas responded for the Masonic Charities , to which he had devoted considerable time and attention during his Masonic career . He considered that no Institutions could be better managed ; and he was sure that the 250 Girls and the 290 Boys on the roll of the Schools would reflect credit
upon them in years to come . The 500 Old People were always well looked after , and were made as comfortable as circumstances would permit . He was glad that the I . P . M . was going as a Steward to the Festival on the 27 th inst ., and hoped he would bo well supported , as they required a large annual sum to keep them going .
Bros . A . Digby-Green Treasurer , and John W . Barnes secretary briefly acknowledged the toast in their honour ; and the Officers having been similarly complimented , the Tyler ' s toast brought the proceedings to a pleasant conclusion . A very interesting musical programme was provided by Bro . Septimus Marsland , in which ho was assisted by Madame Beatrice Marsland , Madame Edytha Rimmer , and Bro . Charles B . Gammon . Miss May Drysdale added some well delivered recitations .
The Visitors were Bros . John Read P . G . Std . B ., E . M . Money P . A . G . D . C , E . Hobbs P . P . G . D . Essex , J . J . Thomas P . G . St . B ., A . 0 . Spaull P . G . Std . B ., W . G . Kentish P . G . Std . B ., T . A . Bullock P . G . Std . B ., J . Brockett Sorrell P . M . 1260 , Ben . Hooker P . M . 1260 , G . 0 . Jack W . M . 2470 , E . J . Turnbull P . M . 1524 , C . J . Wilkinson-Pimbury P . M . 1997 , J . Simmons 77 , W . Perkins 2470 , E . Hobday 1437 , A . W . Ball J . W . 1916 , Louis A . Cope 1471 , J . H . Barnes
J . W . 2127 , W . 0 . Arthous 1329 , H . Tufnell P . M . 700 , H . Jenkins 1005 , A . A . Wallet 18 , K . M . Yeoman S . W . 2467 , H . W . Lee P . M . 2549 , E . H . Davis 455 , S . F . Mackway P . M . 2310 , R . Bassett P . M . 172 , R . Manual P . M . 1196 , E . J , Freeman 1613 , F . ' H . Mabbett 1364 , F . Cole 2470 , H . R . Romnay I . P . M . 18 , J . B . Bott P . M . 1839 , J . T . Fielder W . M . 2096 , F . J . Pulman J . D . 538 , W . Hooker P . M . 155 G , Murray L . Russell P . M . 95 , T . Bailey 2523 , F . J . Minter I . G . 1365 , Orlton Cooper P . M . 211 .
CONFIDENCE LODGE , No . 193 . AT Anderton's Hotel , on Monday , 12 th inst ., the regular meeting of this Lodge took place , those present including Bros . John Wyatt Simeons W . M ., Sidney B . Fells S . W ., Metcalf Baillie J . W ., E . T . Davey P . M . Secretary , J . E . Fells P . M . Treasurer , G . Spice I . P . M ., F . S . Plowright P . M ., G . P . Nightingale P . M ., S . Smithers P . M ., T . Wiffin S . D ., G . F . H . Bushell J . D ., Robert M . Owen I . G ., Francis Haines and W . Houghton Stewards , E . H . Lough A . D . C , L . H . Reinhardt Tyler ; Alfred Jay , G . Solomon , J . G .
Goodchild , G . Barlow , C . Wright , W . Scones , G . T . Baker , C . Cornish , J . N Osborn , G . Kimber , G . F . Carr , John H . Bigg , J . J . Webber , J . Staal , W . M . Martin , A . Delmonti , M . Madders , S . Foreman . Fred . W . Clark , H . King . Visitors : Bros . J . K . Pitt 463 P . G . S . B . Surrey , W . H . Latham W . M 1963 , W . H . G . Rudderforth W . M . 2742 , W . Warwick W . M . 765 , George Chapman 27 , B . T . Penny 956 ( Johannesburg ) , A . E . Penny 2626 , O . G . Nichols S 67 ( Trinidad ) , W . Morant 1624 , R . Moore 1278 , R . B . Hopkins 1381 , E . C Wetton W . M . 2763 .
The minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed . Bro . George Kimber was raised , Mr . David Hart was balloted for , and Bro . Frederick William Clark ( of the Fellowship Lodge , No . 2535 ) , was elected a joining member .
An honorarium of ten guineas was voted to the Secretary for services rendered , and the sum of ten guineas was placed on the W . M . ' s list for the Old People . Bro . Simeons , in thanking the Lodge , told the Brethren he had the handsome sum of one hundred and twenty guineas on his list . Bro . O . G . Nichols , of Lodge 867 , Trinadad , was proposed as a joining member .
At the supper which followed , the usual toasts were honoured . Bros . Rudderforth , W . H . Latham , Warwick , Penny , Nichols and Pitt responded for the visitors . The musical portion of the programme was well supported by Bros . Davey P . M ., Rudderforth P . M ., Wiffin , Madders , Owen , Barrett , and J . Morant .
ST . MICHAEL LODGE , No . 211 . THE installation meeting of this ancient Lodge took place on Tuesday , at the Albion , Aldersgato Street , E . G ., when Bro . Ernest C . Collings installed his successor Bro . Frederick William Berry as Worshipful Master . The following Officers were appointed and invested for the ensuing year Bros . G . F . Johnson S . W ., Howard E . Mullins J . W ., A . B . Spawforth P . M . Treasurer , William Radclifte P . M . Secretary , 0 . J . Pinnell S . D ., William Sutton J . D ., J . Loverseed I . G ., E . T . Stainforth Organist , and P . J . King Steward .
A Past Treasurer ' s jewel of the value of five guineas was unanimously voted to Bro . Alfred Green , who has been compelled to relinquish the position in consequence of ill health . The new Master next proceeded to initiate Mr . James Boyce and Mr . Charles Horatio Owen , and proved his capacity for his position by the very able manner in which he performed the ceremony .
After the business of tho evening had been disposed of , the Brethren and their visitors were regaled with an excellent dinner , provided by Bro . W . G . London ; and a very pleasant musical entertainment was given by Bro . John A . Collings , and Company .