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The toast of the Queen was received with great enthusiasm , the National Anthem being sung by the Queen ' s Glee Singers . Equal appreciation greeted that of fche Grand Master , and the Grand Officers , for whom Bros . W . E . Chapman and W . A . Scurrah responded . . Bro . Merrett then sounded the gavel , and said it was his proud privilege to the health of their new Master . He was sure the Brethren had
propose hit upon the tight man for the place , and his work in the Lodge that evening had conclusively proved that he would carry out his duties to their entire satisfaction . He had been initiated in the Lodge , and had filled the usual offices . He therefore trusted that he would be blessed with health and strength to fulfil his duties , which they all knew he had the ability and willingness to perform . thanked the
Brother Hooper , who was received with hearty applause , Brethren for their kind reception . He was quite aware that in taking the office of Master he had assumed a great responsibility , hut with their assistance he would do his best to maintain the high character and reputation of the Lodge . He took the greatest interest it it , being his Mother Lodge , and some of the happiest days of his life had been spent in it . He hoped so to perform his duties that , at the termination of his year of office , he would still retain their regard and esteem . and them
In well-chosen words Bro . Hooper proposed the Initiates , urged to regard Freemasonry in its true light , so that if they acted up to its precepts they would become better men . Each of those Brethren responded , and expressed their thanks upon being admitted members of the Lodge . The W . M . then submitted the toast of the Past Masters , who were all good men and true . Their successive efforts had brought the Lodge to its present proud position . All chose Officers , most of whom had been initiated in the Lodge , acknowledged tho compliment . . and Wildash for the Visitors
Bros . Jegeries , Harrison , responded , expressing their approbation of the excellent work in the Lodge , and the lavish hospitality at the festive board . Bro . W . M . Stiles replying , for himself and the Treasurer , who was absent , said he had been associated with the Lodge since its commencement , and had found a great amount of friendship among the Brethren . They had no schisms of quarrels within their walls , but had the hearty satisfaction of knowing that all were happy . He was proud to be the Secretary of so popular a Lodgeand to know that he possessed the esteem of its hundred members .
, Bro . Hooper referred in terms of Brotherly affection to his Officers , whom he designated as worthy Masons and excellent workmen in the Craft . He was extremely fortunate in having such a good set of fellows fco assist him , and prognosticated a happy year of office for them all . The Tyler ' s toast brought the proceedings to a pleasant termination .
During the evening a capital entertainment was given under tbe direction of Bro . Richard Warner , assisted by the following artistes . Miss Ruth Davenport , Miss Lily Warren , Miss Rose Verdi , and Messrs . Alfred A . Huxley , Frank Lyhne , and Professor Harcourt , a remarkably clever performer of legerdermain .
Bro . William Singleton Hooper , the new W . M . of the Lodge , was born 4 th January . 1863 , at Edinburgh . He entered early into Freemasonry , having been initiated in the Strand Lodge in March 1886 , and has ever evinced a keen interest in matters relating to the Craft . He was one of the Founders and first S . W . of the Eccentric Lodge , No . 2488 , and is a Companion of the Chapter attached to that Lodge . He is also a member of the Savage Club Lodge of Mark Masons , and his interest in the Masonic Charities is proved by the fact that he is a Life Governor of the Boys School .
HOLLOWAY LODGE , No . 2601 . A MEETING was held at Beale ' s Masonic Hall , Holloway Road , on the 16 th ult ., Bro . James Terry P . G . Sw . B . W . M . Bro . W . P . King was raised to the third degree , and Bro . A . 0 . Brett was passed to the second . The ballot having proved unanimous in favour of Messrs . John Edward Clarke , Willy Joseph Pullen , and William Alfred Burgess , as candidates , they were initiated , and Bro . Dr . Arthur Hope . Bernhardt , M . R . C . S ., of No . 1612 was unanimously elected a joining member . The ceremonies were rendered in a masterly and impressive manner hy the Worshipful Master , says the " Hornsey Journal . "
The Lodge being closed the Brethren adjourned to the banquet , after which the usual toasts were proposed . The W . M ., in responding to the toast of his health , proposed by Bro . Hughes P . M ., said he would never forget the honour that had been conferred upon , him by being chosen the first W . M . of this important Lodge , which had proved to be a complete success , although only consecrated in March last .
INSTRUCTION .
LA TOLERANCE LODGE , No . 538 . ON Wednesday , at the Frascati , Oxford Street , W ., Bro . G . Hill P . M . W . M ., M . Beedle S . W ., W . Cumberland J . W ., J . Paul P . M . Preceptor , W . E . Willby P . M . Sec , T . W . Smale P . M . Assistant Sec , J . L . Bowden S . D ., J . Pringle J . D ., A . Terry I . G ., W . Proctor P . M . Tyler , E . Kraus P . M ., T . Thorn P . M ., F . Jackson P . M ., G . E . Sturgess , Parker , Genese , Butcher , G . Johnstone , Goldstein , Davis , Wynman , and others .
The W . M . rehearsed the ceremony of initiation , Bro . Goldstein as candidate , and he was subsequently examined , entrusted and passed as a Fellow Oraft . The Lodge was advanced to the third degree , and resuined to the second . The W . M . proposing to rehearse the third ceremony Bro . Butcher offered as candidate , was entrusted , and raised .
The W . M . resumed the Lodge to the first degree , when Bro . W . F . Morley was elected a member . Bro . Beedle was elected W . M . for the ensuing week .
WESTBOURNE LODGE , No . 733 . AT Bro . Thomas H . Jones's , the Oliver Arms , Westbourne Terrace North , Harrow Road , on Tuesday , Bro . W . M . Roberts W . M . 733 W . M W R . Plaford P . M . S . W ., F . Wortham J . W ., G . Weaver S . D ., T . Mogford j . D ., V . Beesley I . G ., H . Dehane P . M . Preceptor , R . J . Rogers P . M . Treasurer and acting Sec , Major Reed , George Butcher , Thomas H . Jones , C . Halston Wynman , Miller , G . D . Mogford W . M . 2362 , and several others .
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Bro . Miller having answered the usual questions was passed as a Fellow Craft . Bro . Halston afterwards answered the questions leading to the third degree and retired . Bro . G . D . Mogford was entrusted , and the ceremony of raising was rehearsed . Great credit is due to the W . M . for his most perfect working , while a word of praise must be recorded for the able assistance of the Officers . Bro . Major Reed will occupy the chair afc the next meeting .
DALHOUSIE LODGE , No . 860 . ON the 13 th inst ., at the Lord Truro , Dalsbon Lane , Bro . A . Russell W . M . F . W . Bishop S . W ., H . T . Colton J . W ., F . Dunstan Preceptor , W- SHarvey Sec , Alderman , S . C . Kaufman , Walter Clark , Gunningfcon and others . The ceremony oi passing was rehearsed , Bro . McLochlan as candidate , after which the Lodge vvas opened in the third degree , and Bro . G . H . Clark was raised . Bro . Bishop was elected to fill the chair at the next meeting .
LANGTON LODGE , No . 1673 . THIS popular Lodge of Instruction met at Bro . George Anderson ' s , the White Hart Tavern , Abchurch Lane , E . G ., on Thursday . Bro . R . E . h .. Fisher acted as W . M ., and he was most ably assisted by R . Greed P . G . S . S . W ., R . C . Franks J . W ., G . F . Marshall P . M . Preceptor , 0 . W . Mapleton
P . M . Treas ., A . Fisher Sec , A . Y . Hyland S . D ., A . F . Thomson J . D ., Norman McGregor I . G ., H . M . Hobbs and C . J . Marrian Members of Gomm ., G . Black , H . Blackburn , H . Few , S . Sargent , Alf . Prisoy Keith , S . W . Hunt , and several others . Visitors : R . Grumley , J . Wynman , and others .
The Lodge being opened and preliminaries observed , the W . M . rehearsed the ceremony of initiation , Bro . George Black acting as candidate , and on his return the W . M . gave the Charge of the degree . The Lodge was closed in the third and second degrees . Bro . R . Greed P . G . S . was unanimously chosen as Master for the next meeting , and Bros . Richard Grundy , John Nevvham , Peter Ramson , T . Strong , and John Stocker were elected members .
CRUSADERS LODGE , No . 1677 . AT the Northampton Arms , Goswell Road , on Friday , 9 th inst ., Bro . R . Sfcebbings P . M . W . M ., J . W . Doubtfire S . W ., E . Henry J . W ., J . Wooinson S . D ., Deacon J . D ., Butler I . G ., 0 . Weeden Preceptor , B . Dimes Secretary .
Bros . Atkinson and Willets answered the questions leading to the second degree , and the ceremony of passing was rehearsed , Bro . Burns acting as candidate . The "Lodge was closed in the second , and the W . M . vacated the chair in favour of Bro . A . J . Blake . The ceremony of initiation was rehearsed , Bro . Willets as candidate . Bro . Atkinson , of St . Osyth ' s Priory Lodge , was elected a member , and Bro . Doubtfire W . M . for the ensuing week .
BROMLEY ST . LEONARD LODGE , No . 1805 . ON the 14 fch insfc ., at the Bow Bells , Bow Road , E ., Bro . G . Fennell W . M ., Thornton S . W ., R . Alabaster J . W ., F . Thornton Sec , Absalom b . JJ ., E . Silk I . G ., Marchant Organist , A . Silk . The Lodge was opened to tne second degree , when Bro . A . Silk answered the questions leading to the third , was entrusted , and the ceremony of raising was rehearsed , lie acting as candidate . Bro . Thornton was elected to the chair for Wednesday next .
PROVINCIAL
LODGE OF SYMPATHY , No . 483 . rfTHE yearly installation festival of this Lodge , one of the most prosperous I in the Province of Kent , took place on Wednesday , at the Royal Clarendon Hotel , Gravesend , with remarkable success . The Lodge was opened by the Worshipful Master , Bro . H . Forss , at the early hour of three o ' clock , when there was a large attendance of the Brethren from the adjacent Lodges , while several others came later on . Among those who attended were s
Bros . Chas . Westwood Prov . G . D . O . Essex , Jonas Hills P . Prov . G . S . B ., Rev . Augustus Jackson Prov . G . Chaplain , G . W . King P . P . G . D . C . Essex , 'J . G . Wingrove Prov . G . Org . Essex , R : J . Beamish P . P . D . O ., A . RonaldsonP . P . A . S ., Frank Hitchens P . G . Steward , J . 0 . Biggs P . P . D . C , G . T . King P . P . G . P ., Thomas Deane P . M ., Chas . Hind I . P . M . 1837 , R . C . Fowle W . M . 77 , G . H .
Cole I . P . M . 1089 , G . Martin W . M . 829 , G . S . Spicer P . M . 87 , Orlton Cooper P . M . 211 , George Williams 1536 , A . Wallis 135 , J . Hirst P . M ., Walter Hayward P . M ., Henry Doughty P . M ., W . H . Loft 77 , E . B . Wilks 77 , A . J . Baldock 1343 , Hy . Arthur 508 , 0 . P . Bowen , W . H . Upton , A . T . Lockhart , H . Drake , J . A . Axceil , C . G . Rayfield , 0 . T . Lavis , H . Mummery , H . White , H . Toms , Thos . Smith , R . W . Edwards , J . Mason .
After the minutes of the last meeting had been confirmed , the Treasurer presented his report , which showed the funds of the Lodge were in a satisfactory condition . The only other business before the Lodge was the Installation , Bro . William Hawker , who was elected W . M . at the previous meeting , being presented by Bro . Beamish , and signifying his assent and obedience to the ancient charges and regulations .
The Brethren having retired a Board of Installed Masters was constituted when Bro . Hawker was regularly installed as Master of fche Lodge according to the old traditions . The ceremony was rendered by Bro . Forss in a perfect manner , assisted by Bros . Westwood as S . W ., Jonas Hill as J . W ., and R . J . Beamish as D . C . Upon the re-admission of the Brethren they duly saluted the new Master
who proceeded to appoint and invest the following Officers : —Charles Matthews S . W ., J . N . Willis J . W ., Thomas T . Hogg P . M . Treasurer ( reelected ) , Arthur Ronaldson P . M . Secretary , A . J . Walklin S . D ., W . Spencer Bowen J . D ., T . W . Galler I . G ., Ernest Ingman D . C , J . A . Gillett A . D . C , J . 0 . Aylen Organist , C . F . Lavis and T . Smith Stewards , and George Martin , for the fifty-first year , Tyler . The addresses to the Master , Officers , and the Brethren generally , were delivered with admirable effect by Bro . Forss , who received the hearty
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Reports Of Meetings.
The toast of the Queen was received with great enthusiasm , the National Anthem being sung by the Queen ' s Glee Singers . Equal appreciation greeted that of fche Grand Master , and the Grand Officers , for whom Bros . W . E . Chapman and W . A . Scurrah responded . . Bro . Merrett then sounded the gavel , and said it was his proud privilege to the health of their new Master . He was sure the Brethren had
propose hit upon the tight man for the place , and his work in the Lodge that evening had conclusively proved that he would carry out his duties to their entire satisfaction . He had been initiated in the Lodge , and had filled the usual offices . He therefore trusted that he would be blessed with health and strength to fulfil his duties , which they all knew he had the ability and willingness to perform . thanked the
Brother Hooper , who was received with hearty applause , Brethren for their kind reception . He was quite aware that in taking the office of Master he had assumed a great responsibility , hut with their assistance he would do his best to maintain the high character and reputation of the Lodge . He took the greatest interest it it , being his Mother Lodge , and some of the happiest days of his life had been spent in it . He hoped so to perform his duties that , at the termination of his year of office , he would still retain their regard and esteem . and them
In well-chosen words Bro . Hooper proposed the Initiates , urged to regard Freemasonry in its true light , so that if they acted up to its precepts they would become better men . Each of those Brethren responded , and expressed their thanks upon being admitted members of the Lodge . The W . M . then submitted the toast of the Past Masters , who were all good men and true . Their successive efforts had brought the Lodge to its present proud position . All chose Officers , most of whom had been initiated in the Lodge , acknowledged tho compliment . . and Wildash for the Visitors
Bros . Jegeries , Harrison , responded , expressing their approbation of the excellent work in the Lodge , and the lavish hospitality at the festive board . Bro . W . M . Stiles replying , for himself and the Treasurer , who was absent , said he had been associated with the Lodge since its commencement , and had found a great amount of friendship among the Brethren . They had no schisms of quarrels within their walls , but had the hearty satisfaction of knowing that all were happy . He was proud to be the Secretary of so popular a Lodgeand to know that he possessed the esteem of its hundred members .
, Bro . Hooper referred in terms of Brotherly affection to his Officers , whom he designated as worthy Masons and excellent workmen in the Craft . He was extremely fortunate in having such a good set of fellows fco assist him , and prognosticated a happy year of office for them all . The Tyler ' s toast brought the proceedings to a pleasant termination .
During the evening a capital entertainment was given under tbe direction of Bro . Richard Warner , assisted by the following artistes . Miss Ruth Davenport , Miss Lily Warren , Miss Rose Verdi , and Messrs . Alfred A . Huxley , Frank Lyhne , and Professor Harcourt , a remarkably clever performer of legerdermain .
Bro . William Singleton Hooper , the new W . M . of the Lodge , was born 4 th January . 1863 , at Edinburgh . He entered early into Freemasonry , having been initiated in the Strand Lodge in March 1886 , and has ever evinced a keen interest in matters relating to the Craft . He was one of the Founders and first S . W . of the Eccentric Lodge , No . 2488 , and is a Companion of the Chapter attached to that Lodge . He is also a member of the Savage Club Lodge of Mark Masons , and his interest in the Masonic Charities is proved by the fact that he is a Life Governor of the Boys School .
HOLLOWAY LODGE , No . 2601 . A MEETING was held at Beale ' s Masonic Hall , Holloway Road , on the 16 th ult ., Bro . James Terry P . G . Sw . B . W . M . Bro . W . P . King was raised to the third degree , and Bro . A . 0 . Brett was passed to the second . The ballot having proved unanimous in favour of Messrs . John Edward Clarke , Willy Joseph Pullen , and William Alfred Burgess , as candidates , they were initiated , and Bro . Dr . Arthur Hope . Bernhardt , M . R . C . S ., of No . 1612 was unanimously elected a joining member . The ceremonies were rendered in a masterly and impressive manner hy the Worshipful Master , says the " Hornsey Journal . "
The Lodge being closed the Brethren adjourned to the banquet , after which the usual toasts were proposed . The W . M ., in responding to the toast of his health , proposed by Bro . Hughes P . M ., said he would never forget the honour that had been conferred upon , him by being chosen the first W . M . of this important Lodge , which had proved to be a complete success , although only consecrated in March last .
INSTRUCTION .
LA TOLERANCE LODGE , No . 538 . ON Wednesday , at the Frascati , Oxford Street , W ., Bro . G . Hill P . M . W . M ., M . Beedle S . W ., W . Cumberland J . W ., J . Paul P . M . Preceptor , W . E . Willby P . M . Sec , T . W . Smale P . M . Assistant Sec , J . L . Bowden S . D ., J . Pringle J . D ., A . Terry I . G ., W . Proctor P . M . Tyler , E . Kraus P . M ., T . Thorn P . M ., F . Jackson P . M ., G . E . Sturgess , Parker , Genese , Butcher , G . Johnstone , Goldstein , Davis , Wynman , and others .
The W . M . rehearsed the ceremony of initiation , Bro . Goldstein as candidate , and he was subsequently examined , entrusted and passed as a Fellow Oraft . The Lodge was advanced to the third degree , and resuined to the second . The W . M . proposing to rehearse the third ceremony Bro . Butcher offered as candidate , was entrusted , and raised .
The W . M . resumed the Lodge to the first degree , when Bro . W . F . Morley was elected a member . Bro . Beedle was elected W . M . for the ensuing week .
WESTBOURNE LODGE , No . 733 . AT Bro . Thomas H . Jones's , the Oliver Arms , Westbourne Terrace North , Harrow Road , on Tuesday , Bro . W . M . Roberts W . M . 733 W . M W R . Plaford P . M . S . W ., F . Wortham J . W ., G . Weaver S . D ., T . Mogford j . D ., V . Beesley I . G ., H . Dehane P . M . Preceptor , R . J . Rogers P . M . Treasurer and acting Sec , Major Reed , George Butcher , Thomas H . Jones , C . Halston Wynman , Miller , G . D . Mogford W . M . 2362 , and several others .
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Bro . Miller having answered the usual questions was passed as a Fellow Craft . Bro . Halston afterwards answered the questions leading to the third degree and retired . Bro . G . D . Mogford was entrusted , and the ceremony of raising was rehearsed . Great credit is due to the W . M . for his most perfect working , while a word of praise must be recorded for the able assistance of the Officers . Bro . Major Reed will occupy the chair afc the next meeting .
DALHOUSIE LODGE , No . 860 . ON the 13 th inst ., at the Lord Truro , Dalsbon Lane , Bro . A . Russell W . M . F . W . Bishop S . W ., H . T . Colton J . W ., F . Dunstan Preceptor , W- SHarvey Sec , Alderman , S . C . Kaufman , Walter Clark , Gunningfcon and others . The ceremony oi passing was rehearsed , Bro . McLochlan as candidate , after which the Lodge vvas opened in the third degree , and Bro . G . H . Clark was raised . Bro . Bishop was elected to fill the chair at the next meeting .
LANGTON LODGE , No . 1673 . THIS popular Lodge of Instruction met at Bro . George Anderson ' s , the White Hart Tavern , Abchurch Lane , E . G ., on Thursday . Bro . R . E . h .. Fisher acted as W . M ., and he was most ably assisted by R . Greed P . G . S . S . W ., R . C . Franks J . W ., G . F . Marshall P . M . Preceptor , 0 . W . Mapleton
P . M . Treas ., A . Fisher Sec , A . Y . Hyland S . D ., A . F . Thomson J . D ., Norman McGregor I . G ., H . M . Hobbs and C . J . Marrian Members of Gomm ., G . Black , H . Blackburn , H . Few , S . Sargent , Alf . Prisoy Keith , S . W . Hunt , and several others . Visitors : R . Grumley , J . Wynman , and others .
The Lodge being opened and preliminaries observed , the W . M . rehearsed the ceremony of initiation , Bro . George Black acting as candidate , and on his return the W . M . gave the Charge of the degree . The Lodge was closed in the third and second degrees . Bro . R . Greed P . G . S . was unanimously chosen as Master for the next meeting , and Bros . Richard Grundy , John Nevvham , Peter Ramson , T . Strong , and John Stocker were elected members .
CRUSADERS LODGE , No . 1677 . AT the Northampton Arms , Goswell Road , on Friday , 9 th inst ., Bro . R . Sfcebbings P . M . W . M ., J . W . Doubtfire S . W ., E . Henry J . W ., J . Wooinson S . D ., Deacon J . D ., Butler I . G ., 0 . Weeden Preceptor , B . Dimes Secretary .
Bros . Atkinson and Willets answered the questions leading to the second degree , and the ceremony of passing was rehearsed , Bro . Burns acting as candidate . The "Lodge was closed in the second , and the W . M . vacated the chair in favour of Bro . A . J . Blake . The ceremony of initiation was rehearsed , Bro . Willets as candidate . Bro . Atkinson , of St . Osyth ' s Priory Lodge , was elected a member , and Bro . Doubtfire W . M . for the ensuing week .
BROMLEY ST . LEONARD LODGE , No . 1805 . ON the 14 fch insfc ., at the Bow Bells , Bow Road , E ., Bro . G . Fennell W . M ., Thornton S . W ., R . Alabaster J . W ., F . Thornton Sec , Absalom b . JJ ., E . Silk I . G ., Marchant Organist , A . Silk . The Lodge was opened to tne second degree , when Bro . A . Silk answered the questions leading to the third , was entrusted , and the ceremony of raising was rehearsed , lie acting as candidate . Bro . Thornton was elected to the chair for Wednesday next .
PROVINCIAL
LODGE OF SYMPATHY , No . 483 . rfTHE yearly installation festival of this Lodge , one of the most prosperous I in the Province of Kent , took place on Wednesday , at the Royal Clarendon Hotel , Gravesend , with remarkable success . The Lodge was opened by the Worshipful Master , Bro . H . Forss , at the early hour of three o ' clock , when there was a large attendance of the Brethren from the adjacent Lodges , while several others came later on . Among those who attended were s
Bros . Chas . Westwood Prov . G . D . O . Essex , Jonas Hills P . Prov . G . S . B ., Rev . Augustus Jackson Prov . G . Chaplain , G . W . King P . P . G . D . C . Essex , 'J . G . Wingrove Prov . G . Org . Essex , R : J . Beamish P . P . D . O ., A . RonaldsonP . P . A . S ., Frank Hitchens P . G . Steward , J . 0 . Biggs P . P . D . C , G . T . King P . P . G . P ., Thomas Deane P . M ., Chas . Hind I . P . M . 1837 , R . C . Fowle W . M . 77 , G . H .
Cole I . P . M . 1089 , G . Martin W . M . 829 , G . S . Spicer P . M . 87 , Orlton Cooper P . M . 211 , George Williams 1536 , A . Wallis 135 , J . Hirst P . M ., Walter Hayward P . M ., Henry Doughty P . M ., W . H . Loft 77 , E . B . Wilks 77 , A . J . Baldock 1343 , Hy . Arthur 508 , 0 . P . Bowen , W . H . Upton , A . T . Lockhart , H . Drake , J . A . Axceil , C . G . Rayfield , 0 . T . Lavis , H . Mummery , H . White , H . Toms , Thos . Smith , R . W . Edwards , J . Mason .
After the minutes of the last meeting had been confirmed , the Treasurer presented his report , which showed the funds of the Lodge were in a satisfactory condition . The only other business before the Lodge was the Installation , Bro . William Hawker , who was elected W . M . at the previous meeting , being presented by Bro . Beamish , and signifying his assent and obedience to the ancient charges and regulations .
The Brethren having retired a Board of Installed Masters was constituted when Bro . Hawker was regularly installed as Master of fche Lodge according to the old traditions . The ceremony was rendered by Bro . Forss in a perfect manner , assisted by Bros . Westwood as S . W ., Jonas Hill as J . W ., and R . J . Beamish as D . C . Upon the re-admission of the Brethren they duly saluted the new Master
who proceeded to appoint and invest the following Officers : —Charles Matthews S . W ., J . N . Willis J . W ., Thomas T . Hogg P . M . Treasurer ( reelected ) , Arthur Ronaldson P . M . Secretary , A . J . Walklin S . D ., W . Spencer Bowen J . D ., T . W . Galler I . G ., Ernest Ingman D . C , J . A . Gillett A . D . C , J . 0 . Aylen Organist , C . F . Lavis and T . Smith Stewards , and George Martin , for the fifty-first year , Tyler . The addresses to the Master , Officers , and the Brethren generally , were delivered with admirable effect by Bro . Forss , who received the hearty