Reports Of Meetings.

REPORTS OF MEETINGS .

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CEAET : METEOPOLITAN . — : o : — CONFIDENCE LODGE , No . 193 .

THE members of this popular Lodge assembled on Monday , at Anderton ' s Hotel , Fleet Street , under the presidency of Bro . B . Pennock W . M ., who was supported by Bros . T . Kington I . P . M ., G . Spice S . W ., J . W . Simeons J . W ., W . D . Kershaw P . M . Treas ., E . J . Davev P . M . Sec , W . Cutting S . D ., S . W . Fells 3 . D ., M . Baillie I . G ., T . Lough Organist , L . G . Reinhart Tyler ; Past Masters F . S . Plowright , Francis Haines , J . Smith , W . Belchamber ; Bros . M . Madders , 0 . H . Nash , H . Jones , 3 . Staal , 0 . Way , W . Haughfcon , G . T . Baker , J . Taylor , 0 . F . Bushell , S . Forman , G . Barrett , H . Burnell , D . Elvin , G . Barlow , 3 . Richardson , 0 . Wright , J . Davies , E . M . Owen , & c .

Among the Visitors were Bros . 3 . K . Pitt P . M . P . P . G . S . B ., G . Newnham 145 , H . 0 . H . West P . M ., E . Nice 1624 , H . Woodcock 2417 , 3 . Batchelor 2353 , 3 . C . Ward 2353 , Joseph L . Bendahan Grand Lodge of Massachusetts , J . Wynman , and others . After the minutes had been confirmed the Lodge was advanced to the second degree , when Bros . H . Jones , G . Barrett , and S . Forman were presented to the W . M . as Fellow Crafts , and were properly examined prior to raising , whioh ceremony was in due course gone through on their behalf , and they were received as Master Masons .

Bro . T . Burnell was entrusted and duly passed to the degree of Fellow Craft , after which Mr . Charles W . Leopard was introduced as a candidate , and the ballot having proved unanimous in his favour , he was regularly initiated .

The working of the Worshipful Master in the three degrees was most satisfactory , and the members of the Lodge are certainly to be congratulated on having so worthy a Mason to succeed the many distinguished Brethren who have presided over the destinies of this Lodge in the past . Bro . Ash made a handsome presentation to the Lodge , and on the proposition of Bro . T . Lough Organist , seconded by Bro . Kington I . P . M ., a vote of thanks was accorded him , the W . M . making a few suitable remarks in formally announcing the fact . Bro . Ash acknowledged the same .

Bro . Simeons J . W . proposed that the sum of ten guineas be voted from tbe funds of the Lodge to the lioyal Masonic Institution for Boys , to be added to the list of the W . M ., who will act as a Steward at the Centenary Festival . Bro . Kington I . P . M . seconded the vote , which was unanimously agreed to . Bro . Davey Sec . proposed certain additions to the Bye-Laws of the Lodge , concerning charity matters , Bro . Simeons seconded , and the same course was adopted in regard to special laws for country members , the different suggestions being agreed to .

The Lodge was then closed , and the Brethren repaired to the banquet room , where an excellent repast was provided , under the personal supervision of Mr . L . Barry , the new Manager of Bro . Clemow ' s famous Masonic establishment .

After dinner the customary toasts were given . Bro . Kington I . P . M . proposed the health of the Worshipful Master , who , he was sure , had shown marked ability that evening in rendering the three degrees in a really perfect manner . Bro . Pennock was not only a typical Englishman , but an excellent Mason . The W . M . returned sincere thanks for the kindness shown him , and was most pleased to hear he had given satisfaction . He hoped to continue to do so , and expressed his readiness to perform any amount of work the Brethren might put before him .

The toast of the Initiate was next given from the chair , the W . M . heartily welcoming the new member , and expressing the hope that he might become a prominent Brother among them . Replying , tho Initiate tendered sincere thanks to the W . M . and Brethren for their reception of him . He promised to act up to the lessons taught him that day , and hoped to show that the confidence reposed in him was well deserved .

In proposing the health of the Immediate Past Master the W . M . thanked him for the great assistance he had rendered in the work of the Lodge . Bro . Kington was one of the best Masons it was possible to find , and well deserved their heartiest greetings . The toast was well received , and Bro . Kington returned thanksreferring

, to different matters concerning the Lodge , particularly the suggested Ladies ' banquet , which he advised the Brethren would be in good hands it leit to the direction of the W . M . —himself a married man , and consequently better qualified to arrange for the enjoyment of the fair sex than poor bachelors could possibly be .

The Visitors of the Lodge were next toasted , the W . M . expressing the pleasure of himself and fellow members at being able to accord a welcome to the guests of the evening , who he hoped had all enjoyed themselves , despite the fact , that the meeting was only an ordinary one—not an Installation or anything special to attract visitors . The members were always pleased-to see guests from other Lodges , who were ever welcome to the gatherings of the Confidence .

Bro . Ward tendered his thanks for the kind reception accorded him . He had enjoyed his visit immensely , which was not to be wondered at in view of the true fellowship existing among the members , led by the excellent example of the W . M . It must be a matter fer satisfaction to any Initiate who joined such a Lodge . Bro . Woodcock followed , also expressing his gratification . It was not the first time he had visited the Lodge , and he hoped it would not be the last , for he was delighted at having the opportunity of witnessing such working as had been performed that night .

Bro . Batchelor also replied , referring to the Initiate as a personal friend , and predicting that he would become an excellent Mason . Other guests added a few words of thanks and appreciation . Succeeding toasts were the Past Masters , the Treasurer and Secretary — ¦ wh om the W . M . regarded as most efficient workers , ever ready and willing to assist to the best of their abilit y—and the other Officers of the Lodge , each of whom responded in turn . The Tyler ' s toast brought the very successful meeting to a conclusion .

Reports Of Meetings.

The thanks of the Brethren were accorded to those who added to the harmony of the evening with songs , Seo ., notable among these being Bros . E . H . Lough ( Organist of the Lodge ) , H . Woodcock , R . M . Owen , Harcourt West , J . W . Simeons , C . Spice , John Batchelor ; while last , but by no means least , an excellent song was given by the worthy Secretary Bro . E . J . Davey P . M .

ROYAL ALFRED LODGE , No . 780 . AT the regular meeting , held at the Star and Garter Hotel , Kew Bridge , on the llth inst ., there were present Bros . C . J . Coombs W . M ., Chas . Robinson S . W ., Justin Allen J . W ., W . Eydmann Treasurer , J . T . Larkman Secretary ; Past Masters B . E . Blasbv , W . J . Gomm , Jason Saunders ; H . T . Gomm S . D ., H . T . Johnson I . G ., H . Worth D . C , E . Eydmann , and T . H . Dorey Stewards , with Bros . Cornwell , Nash , LeSuear , Willey , Hume , Harris , J . Roper , F . Roper , H . Roper , Harwin , Taylor , Halstead , Edwards , Everitt , and Bridger .

Visitors : —Bros . Noakes , Ridley , Sutcliff , R . H . Williams , Robinson , Axten , Sea ] , Humble , Steel , Rayner , & c . The Lodge being opened the minutes were read and confirmed . The Auditors' report and balance sheet were adopted , and ordered to be printed . Ballots were taken for Mr . Bridger aud Mr . Harris , who were subsequently initiated .

The Lodge was opened in the second degree , and Bros . Cornwell , LeSuear , Nash , and Willey were passed , and then the Lodge was called off and on . The ceremony of Installation of Bro . Chas . Robinson was next proceeded with . The Board of Installed Masters was opened and closed . Master Masons , Fellow Crafts , and Entered Apprentices were admitted , seriatim , and saluted the new ruler in due form .

The W . M . appointed and invested his Officers as follow : Bros . Justin Allen S . W ., H . T . Gomm J . W ., W . Eydmann Treas ., J . T . Larkman Secretary , H . T . Johnson S . D ., H . Worth J . D ., A . E . Furness I . G ., H . R . Roper D . C ., E . Eydmann , and T . H . Dorey Stewards , John Gilbert Tyler . The retiring Master , who had carried out the whole of the ceremonies , then gave the addresses .

A sum of fifteen guineas was voted from the Lodge funds for Brother Secretary ' s list as Steward for the Centenary Festival of the Boys School . The Lodge was closed in due form , and the Brethren adjourned to the banquet room , where an excellent repast had been prepared by Bro . Purkiss .

Miss Amy Brook , R . A . M ., and Miss Loe Styles enlivened the intervals between the toasts with some really beautiful singing , and duets on the mandoline . The Tyler's toast was given about ten o ' clock , and the company broke up after having spent a most enjoyable evening .

DALHOUSIE LODGE , No . 860 . BEING the annual election night of this highly renowned Lodge the Brethren assembled in strong force on Thursday , 10 th inst ., at Anderton's Hotel , Fleet Street . The chair was occupied by the popular Worshipful Master Bro . John Wade , wbo was most ably assisted by the following Brethren : C . H . Berry I . P . M ., J . Sexton S . W ., T . S . Newell J . W .,

R . Burleton P . M . Treas ., H . Jenkins P . M . Sec , G . W . Pavitt acting S . D ., J . Michaelson acting J . D ., W . Fisher I . G ., H . Delma Org ., T . Edmonds P . M . Tyler ; Past Masters T . B . Dodson , F . Richardson , E . Bond , S . Christian , and others ; Bros . Douglas White , R . M . East , F . Hawkins , E . Whitehead , T . Elkin , T . Jeston White , W . King , H . Foot , A . Jones , W . Robinson , W . Busby , G . E . White , C . W . Saflell , J . Chapman , Sec .

Among the Visitors were Bros . A . Clemow P . M . 2205 , A . Weston P . M 1278 , W . Clark S . D . 28 , E . C . Hawkins J . W . 1507 , A . Tisle 8 P . G . S ., J Wynman , and others . The Lodge being opened the minutes were confirmed .

Bro . W . D . Landregan , who was initiated at the previous meeting , was presented to the W . M . for some further mark of his favour , and having answered the Worshipful Master's questions in a satisfactory manner he was entrusted and retired . The Lodge was opened in the second degree , and in due course Bro . Landregan was passed as a Fellow Craft .

The W . M . resumed the Lodgo to the first degree , and the ballot was taken for Mr . John Watkins jun . and Mr . Henry Foot , and proved unanimous in their favour . Those gentlemen were duly initiated into the mysteries of ancient Freemasonry , the different ceremonies being rendered in an impressive and faultless manner , the charge of the first degree being given . We congratulate the W . M . on his work .

The Bye-laws were read , and then tho important business arose of the election of Worshipful Master , Treasurer , and Tyler for the ensuing year . The result proved unanimously in favour of Bro . J . Sexton S . W . as W . M ., which honour was highly appreciated by the W . M .-elect . Bro . R . Burleton P . M . Treasurer was re-elected , which compliment was

also acknowledged , he saying he had occupied the honorary position for about twenty-three years , and would be pleased to continue to keep it as long as the Brethren were satisfied with him ; he should continue to render all the assistance in his power . Bro . Edmonds P . M . was re-elected Tyler of the Lodge . Three Brethren were elected on the Audit Committee .

Bro . H . Jenkins P . M . Secretary , in most sympathetic manner , announced to the W . M . and Brethren the sudden death of Bro . F . J . Brown , which report was received with considerable regret . The W . M . proposed that a letter of sincere condolence should be sent to the bereaved family , expressing the regret of the members of the Lodge , which suggestion was unanimously supported .

It was proposed by Bro . Berry I . P . M ., and seconded by Bro . T . S . Newell J . W ., that a Past Master's jewel should be presented to the W . M ., at the installation night , for his excellent working during his year of offiee , and this was unanimously agreed to .

Letters of regret at inability to attend were read from several Brethren , hearty good wishes and well earned compliments were rendered to tbe W . M ., and the Lodge was closed , the company adjourning to the banqueting room , where one of those excellent repasts was provided for which the establishment is so well known .

After grace the W . M . proposed tbe toast of the Queen , alluding to Her Majesty ' s journey to the continent for the benefit of her health , and expressing a hope that she might return in safety . Then followed tho toast of H . R . H . the Prince of Wales Grand Master which was also well received . Bro . C . H . Berry I . P . M . assumed the gavel , saying it would be the last time he would be entitled to propose the health of the Worshipful Master