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Fenner S . D ., Boss J . D ., J . Lorkin I . G ., E . Pearcy Preceptor . The Lodge AVUS dnly opened aud minutes conlirmcd . The ceremony of passing Avas rehearsed , Bro . Garrod acting as candidate . Several sections of tho first and second lectures wero worked . Bros . F . G . Chant 861 and F . II . Tomkins 201 wero elected members . Bro . C . Lorkin will preside next Saturday .
Pomfret Lodge , No . 360 , Northampton . —At the meeting on tho -1 th instant there Avas a good attendance . Amongst those present ' were Bros . J . Whitchouso W . M ., F . Gadsby S . AV ., H . AV . Parker J . AV ., S . J . AV . Sanders Chap ., J . S . Norman S . D ., T . lt . Wood J . D ., G . Ellard I . G ., G . Eobinson P . M . Sec , J . U . Stanton P . M . and J . Biugley Stewards ; M . A . Boeme and B . AVilkins D . P . G . M . P . M . ' s ;
Bros . Atkins , Allen , Brigham , Brown , Barnes , Dorroll , Aldridge , Williams , Jeffrey , Spoor , & o . Amonust the Visitors wero Bros . Geo . Haynes 1489 , J . H . Hale AV . M ., and N . T . Hewens S . AV . 737 , J . Aekroyd 297 , B . Genner Sec . 455 , Ac . Bros . E . Haynes and J . Sadler Avere duly passed to tho second degree , tho AV . M . performing tho
ceremony . Bro . E . Howes P . M . -445 G . Treasurer Norths and Hunts Avas elected a subscribing member of this Lodgo . Mr . Thomas Chapman , of Northampton , was duly elected and initiated , the AV . M . again performing the ceremony . After the bnsiness Avas concluded , tlie remainder of the evening Avas spent in a brotherly and harmonious manner .
Eoyal Arch Chapter de Sussex , No . 406 . — The regular Convocation of this Chapter , for tho installation of principals , Avas held on the 12 th inst ., at the Masouic Hall , M ; plc-strect , Newcastleon-Tyne . Tho Chapter was opened hy the M . E . Z . Companion AV . Cockburn , assisted by Comps . J . Eidsdalc P . Z . H ., AV . T . Hugh J ., T . J . Armstrong E ., lt . L . Armstrong N ., Dr . Luke Armstrong P . S ., G . Cockburn A . S ., Hotham P . Z . Treas ., G . S . Simms Janitor , and a
good attendance of Companions . The minutes of tho last meeting were confirmed , M . E . Comp . Cockburn then , in a most impressive manner , installed the following Comps . in their respective chair : J . ltidsdalo P . Z . Z ., AV . S . Hughes H ., and T . J . Armstrong J . Tho M . E . Z . then invested tho following Comps . with their collars of office for the ensuing year . Hotham P . Z . Treas ., It . L . Armstrong E ., Dr . L . Armstrong N ., G . Cockburn P . S ., Balon and It . Carr Assistants , G . S . Simms Janitor . The Treasurer ' s statement showed a balance
iu his hands of £ 2 o odd , and £ 40 invested , lhe Chapter Avas then closed , and the Companions sat down to a capital supper , Avhich Avas done ample justice to ; after which tho usual Loyal and Eoyal Arch toasts Avere duly honoured , and a very pleasant evening Avas spent . Amongst tho visitors Avere Comp . Bell A . S . 24 .
St . Peter ' s Chapter , Peterborough . —At the last Convocation of this Chapter , Comp . F . G . Buckle Avas duly installed as M . E . Z ., Comp . AVilkins D . P . G . M . Norths and Hunts performing the ceremony 5 he Avas assisted by P . Z . Oxford ancl P . Z . Stanton 300 .
Wentworth Lodge , Wellingborough . —This Lodge met on Monday , 1 st April . Amongst those present were Bros . J . II . Hale AV . M ., N . T . Hewens S . W ., J . Slhm J . W ., E . Hempstead S . D ., W . Benshaw J . D ., C . Mathews I . G ., L . C . Knight Sec , AVallis and Dainty Stewards ; T . Cook P . M . Treas ., B . B . Aris P . M ., & o . Amongst the Visitors were Bros . B . AVilkins D . P . G . M . P . M ., W . Kingston P . M .,
J . U . Stanton P . M ., F . Gadsby S . W ., A . Dorrell 3 G 0 , Bro . Conner Sec . 435 , and Bro . J . Ackroyd 297 ; Mr . AVilliam Jackson having been balloted for and duly elected , was initiated by the W . M ., Bro . AVilkins giving the charge . At the conclusion of tho initiation Bro . Kingston gave the lecture on the Tracing Board , much to the satisfaction of the members , Avho decided that a vote of thanks to Bro . Kingston be placed on their minntes .
Eoyal Alfred Lodge of Instruction , No . 780 . — A meeting Avas held on Friday , 12 th April , at the Star and Garter Hotel , KCAV Bridge , at half-past 7 p . m . Bros . Costelow W . M ., Gomm S . W ., Gunner J . W . and Hon . Sec , Tucker Treas ., Blasby S . D ., AV . Goss ( AV . M . 780 ) J . D ., Acvvotth I . G . Past Master Bro . Hoc Preceptor , and Bro . Kyezor . Lodge opened in due form , and minntes of last
meeting were read and confirmed . I ho ceremony of initiation was then rehearsed , Bro . Kyezor candidate . Lodge Avas opened up , and the ceremony of raising Avas ably rehearsed by ( ho worthy Preceptor , in Avhose favour Bro . Costelow vacated the chair . The Secretary announced that tho circulars for the picture ballot Avero ready for
distribution , and that he Avished to be furnished by the late Sec . with the addresses of the members , so that , the circulars might ho forwarded , A vote of thanks was given to Bro . Acworth forprinting the circulars . The AV . M . for next meeting was then elected , and Lodge closed and adjourned till 26 th April , at half-past seven 7 o ' clock .
Dalhousie Lodge of Instruction , No . 860 . —At the meeting on the loth instant , at Bro . Smyth ' s , Sifters' Tavern , I ' ownail-road , Dalston . Bro . AVeige W . M ., M . Christian S . AV ., J . Lorkin J . W ., Slnitcv S . D ., Forss J . D ., Brasted I . G ., Dallas Sec , Smyth Tit as ., P . M . AVnllington Preceptor ; Bios . Brown , Bonner , Carr , Holsworth , McCIean , and others . The preliminary requirements cum .
plied with , Bro . Polak answered the questions , and the ceremony of raising AVI . S rehearsed . The Preceptor gave the Traditional History . The Ledge was called off , and on resuming was regularly closed down . Bro . Dallas worked the first , and Bro . Brasted the second sections , assisted hy the brethren . Bro . Christian was elected AV . M . fur the ensuing week .
Eoyal Albert Lodge , No . 907 . —The installation meeting was held on Monday , loth April , at Freemasons' Hall , Great Oiiecu
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street . Bros . F . AVhite AV . M ., J . Smith P . G . P . AV . M . elect , supported by the Wardens , Ollicers and P . M . ' s Bros . T . 11 . Miller P . G . O . Middlesex , C . Chard , H . Lewis , H . A . Farnficld , S . H . P . Moore , S . Griffiths , J . Dennis , E . E . Stevenson , & c After preliminaries , Bro . AV . J . Todd Avas raised to the third degree . Tho report of tho Audit Committee Avas read and adopted . A Board of Installed
Masters Avas opened , and Bro . J . Smith P . G . P . was duly installed into the chair by the retiring W . M ., in a very perfect and impressive manner . Tho customary salutations having been ^ ivon , tho AV . M . invested his ollicers : Bros . Jennings S . AV ., Ban- J . W ., AY . H . Farntiold P . M . Treas ., Dennis P . M . Sec , Butt S . D ., Wordley J . D ., AVallaco I . G ., Lewis D . C , Cozens Organist , and Harrison Tyler . Tho Lodgo
was closed , and tho brethren partook of banquet and dessert , provided by Bro . A . Best , and very ably superintended by Bro . E . Dawkins . The AV . M . proposed the usual Loyal and Masonic toasts . Bro . E . P . Albert P . G . P . returned thanks for tho Grand Ollicers . Tho toast of tho W . M . and P . M . 's wero given , aud Bros . AVhite and Farnfield responded . Tho health of the A'isitors , AVardcns aud Ollicers followed , and each toast was duly honoured . During tho
evening an artistic selection of music Avas given , nnder tho direction of Bro . J . H . Cozens Organist ; Bros . Chaplin Henry , Lester , G . T . Carter and Montom Smith sang some excellent songs and glees . Tho Visitors were Botts 351 , Parker P . M . 1579 , AValters P . P . G . P . Middlesex , Green SGI , Smith 185 , Cox 813 , Laurie La Tolerance , Griffith 70 ( 1 , Turner 10 S , Mallett 111 , AVarreu 1437 , Abbott 1710 , Gambol 700 , Smith 1710 , Jolly 913 , Pratt 192 , Myers 188 , Tydemau 1437 , Bulf 1351 , Richmond 890 , Mills 1701 , & c .
Lord Warden Lodge , No . 1096 . —Tho installation meeting of this Lodge was hold on Tuesday , 10 th inst ., at St . George ' s Hall , Deal . Lodgo was opened afc 4 o ' clock , by Bro . A . II . Des Barres tho AV . M ., assisted b y Bros . E . Kirby S . AV ., II . E . L . Bottiug S . D ., J . Laggett J . D ., S . AVilling D . C , John AVestaAvay Org . pro tern , J . Carpenter I . G ., J . Horno Steward , and S . Hobgate Tyler . P . M . 's
Bros . J . B . Harrison , T . J . Usher P . P . G . E ., T . Ayling P . G . S ., & c After the preliminary business had been transacted , Bro . Kirby was presented and received the benefit of installation , Bro . T . Ayling acting as Installing Officer . After tho admission of tho brethren , tho W . M . was duly proclaimed , and ho proceeded to invest the following as Officers for tho ensning year : —Bros . Laggett S . W ., H . E .
L . Dotting J . AV ., S . Hinds Treas ., T . J . Usher P . M . Sec , J . B . Harrison P . M . Chaplain , J . Carpenter S . D ., AV . Carterfield J . D ., J . Westaway Org ., S . Willey I . G ., J . Horno D . C , G . Chandler and F . It . England Stewards . Tho next duty Avas to present a Past Master ' s jewel to tho retiring AVorshipful Master , Avhich had been subscribed for by tho members , in token of his exertions on their
behalf during tho past year . Bro . Des Barres suitably acknowledged tho gift , which ho would Avear Avith pride . Tho thanks of the Lodgo Avero voted to the installing Master , and to the AV . M . ' s and other visitors Avho had favoured the Lodge by their presence , and tho Lodge was formally closed . The brethren ad . journed to tho Eoyal Hotel to a banquet , Avhich mot with general
approval . After grace had been said by the Chaplain , the W . M . proceeded to give the usual Loyal and Masonic toasts . In calling upon the brethren to drink the health of the Qneeu , the AV . M . felt sure ho should be supported by every brother present . Her Majesty is a noble lady , worthy of our respect . She is ever ready to support any charitable Institution , and generally to exert herself for the welfare of tho
country . After the National Anthem had been sung , tho W . M . gave the toast of tho Most AVorshipful Grand Master . As Masons wo conld but bo gratified at having so worthy a brother to preside over us . He hoped at the installation meeting , to bo held next week , tho Prince Avonld bo received , as he over had been in Freemasonry , with enthusiasm . The Pro G . M ., tho D . G . M ., and the rest of the Grand Officers
were next honoured . Thoy aro ever ready to do their duty , and to render assistance to tho Craft . Bro . Usher had great pleasure in responding . At Masonic meetings it was only necessary to mention the names of those at tho head of affairs to ensure a hearty recep - tion . All who came in contact with tho rulers of the Craft conld boar testimony to the excellent way in which all the duties were
performed . Bro . Harrison , the Chaplain , had noAv the pleasure of proposing the Prov . Grand Master , Lord Holmesdale ; he was sure the brethren would be only too anxious to drink to that esteemed brother ' s health . The Masons of Kent felt especially favoured in having so worthy a Mason at their head . This toast having been honoured , was followed by that of the Deputy Prov . G . M .
and the rest of the Prov . Grand Officers p-. sfc and preseut , coupled with tho name of Bro . Bird . In replying , that brother thanked tho members for the kind sentiments expressed . He considered that their D . P . G . M . was really the right man in the right place . Any of the members of Provincial Grand Lodge Avho attend tho preliminary meetings must know how well he carries out tho duties of his office .
Great tact Avas required to govern so largo a Province . Bro . Eastes personally visits the various Lodges , and finds out for himself who are worthy of Provincial honours . Bro . Des Barres , the I . P . M ., rose : Although ho could not call tho next toast a royal one , he felt ho could really tcrni _ it a vicc-regnl one , as it Avas tho health of a real good representative of King Solomon . Their present Master might bo
relied on , and dining his year of office the work of the Lodge would ho well and faithfull y performed . Bro . Des Banes announced that the balance sheet of the Lodge showed that tho receipts from all sources were ; l ; 90 2 s Gd , and the expenditure £ 75 ISs 7 d , the balance , together with the amount brought forward , now amounted to £ 58 < Js Gd ; he considered this a most satisfactory statement , and had
pleasure in handing over the Lodge in so prosperous a condition to his successor . The AV . M ., in replying , said that ho was afraid the brethren had expressed too good aa opinion of him , but he was certain if it was in his power hoAVould , dining his term , merit their good H-ishes . ^ Bro . A yling gave the next toast , that of the Masonic Chan " . ties . There mi ght be a few among thorn who hardly knew what tho Masonic Charities really were la their own district they had special
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Fenner S . D ., Boss J . D ., J . Lorkin I . G ., E . Pearcy Preceptor . The Lodge AVUS dnly opened aud minutes conlirmcd . The ceremony of passing Avas rehearsed , Bro . Garrod acting as candidate . Several sections of tho first and second lectures wero worked . Bros . F . G . Chant 861 and F . II . Tomkins 201 wero elected members . Bro . C . Lorkin will preside next Saturday .
Pomfret Lodge , No . 360 , Northampton . —At the meeting on tho -1 th instant there Avas a good attendance . Amongst those present ' were Bros . J . Whitchouso W . M ., F . Gadsby S . AV ., H . AV . Parker J . AV ., S . J . AV . Sanders Chap ., J . S . Norman S . D ., T . lt . Wood J . D ., G . Ellard I . G ., G . Eobinson P . M . Sec , J . U . Stanton P . M . and J . Biugley Stewards ; M . A . Boeme and B . AVilkins D . P . G . M . P . M . ' s ;
Bros . Atkins , Allen , Brigham , Brown , Barnes , Dorroll , Aldridge , Williams , Jeffrey , Spoor , & o . Amonust the Visitors wero Bros . Geo . Haynes 1489 , J . H . Hale AV . M ., and N . T . Hewens S . AV . 737 , J . Aekroyd 297 , B . Genner Sec . 455 , Ac . Bros . E . Haynes and J . Sadler Avere duly passed to tho second degree , tho AV . M . performing tho
ceremony . Bro . E . Howes P . M . -445 G . Treasurer Norths and Hunts Avas elected a subscribing member of this Lodgo . Mr . Thomas Chapman , of Northampton , was duly elected and initiated , the AV . M . again performing the ceremony . After the bnsiness Avas concluded , tlie remainder of the evening Avas spent in a brotherly and harmonious manner .
Eoyal Arch Chapter de Sussex , No . 406 . — The regular Convocation of this Chapter , for tho installation of principals , Avas held on the 12 th inst ., at the Masouic Hall , M ; plc-strect , Newcastleon-Tyne . Tho Chapter was opened hy the M . E . Z . Companion AV . Cockburn , assisted by Comps . J . Eidsdalc P . Z . H ., AV . T . Hugh J ., T . J . Armstrong E ., lt . L . Armstrong N ., Dr . Luke Armstrong P . S ., G . Cockburn A . S ., Hotham P . Z . Treas ., G . S . Simms Janitor , and a
good attendance of Companions . The minutes of tho last meeting were confirmed , M . E . Comp . Cockburn then , in a most impressive manner , installed the following Comps . in their respective chair : J . ltidsdalo P . Z . Z ., AV . S . Hughes H ., and T . J . Armstrong J . Tho M . E . Z . then invested tho following Comps . with their collars of office for the ensuing year . Hotham P . Z . Treas ., It . L . Armstrong E ., Dr . L . Armstrong N ., G . Cockburn P . S ., Balon and It . Carr Assistants , G . S . Simms Janitor . The Treasurer ' s statement showed a balance
iu his hands of £ 2 o odd , and £ 40 invested , lhe Chapter Avas then closed , and the Companions sat down to a capital supper , Avhich Avas done ample justice to ; after which tho usual Loyal and Eoyal Arch toasts Avere duly honoured , and a very pleasant evening Avas spent . Amongst tho visitors Avere Comp . Bell A . S . 24 .
St . Peter ' s Chapter , Peterborough . —At the last Convocation of this Chapter , Comp . F . G . Buckle Avas duly installed as M . E . Z ., Comp . AVilkins D . P . G . M . Norths and Hunts performing the ceremony 5 he Avas assisted by P . Z . Oxford ancl P . Z . Stanton 300 .
Wentworth Lodge , Wellingborough . —This Lodge met on Monday , 1 st April . Amongst those present were Bros . J . II . Hale AV . M ., N . T . Hewens S . W ., J . Slhm J . W ., E . Hempstead S . D ., W . Benshaw J . D ., C . Mathews I . G ., L . C . Knight Sec , AVallis and Dainty Stewards ; T . Cook P . M . Treas ., B . B . Aris P . M ., & o . Amongst the Visitors were Bros . B . AVilkins D . P . G . M . P . M ., W . Kingston P . M .,
J . U . Stanton P . M ., F . Gadsby S . W ., A . Dorrell 3 G 0 , Bro . Conner Sec . 435 , and Bro . J . Ackroyd 297 ; Mr . AVilliam Jackson having been balloted for and duly elected , was initiated by the W . M ., Bro . AVilkins giving the charge . At the conclusion of tho initiation Bro . Kingston gave the lecture on the Tracing Board , much to the satisfaction of the members , Avho decided that a vote of thanks to Bro . Kingston be placed on their minntes .
Eoyal Alfred Lodge of Instruction , No . 780 . — A meeting Avas held on Friday , 12 th April , at the Star and Garter Hotel , KCAV Bridge , at half-past 7 p . m . Bros . Costelow W . M ., Gomm S . W ., Gunner J . W . and Hon . Sec , Tucker Treas ., Blasby S . D ., AV . Goss ( AV . M . 780 ) J . D ., Acvvotth I . G . Past Master Bro . Hoc Preceptor , and Bro . Kyezor . Lodge opened in due form , and minntes of last
meeting were read and confirmed . I ho ceremony of initiation was then rehearsed , Bro . Kyezor candidate . Lodge Avas opened up , and the ceremony of raising Avas ably rehearsed by ( ho worthy Preceptor , in Avhose favour Bro . Costelow vacated the chair . The Secretary announced that tho circulars for the picture ballot Avero ready for
distribution , and that he Avished to be furnished by the late Sec . with the addresses of the members , so that , the circulars might ho forwarded , A vote of thanks was given to Bro . Acworth forprinting the circulars . The AV . M . for next meeting was then elected , and Lodge closed and adjourned till 26 th April , at half-past seven 7 o ' clock .
Dalhousie Lodge of Instruction , No . 860 . —At the meeting on the loth instant , at Bro . Smyth ' s , Sifters' Tavern , I ' ownail-road , Dalston . Bro . AVeige W . M ., M . Christian S . AV ., J . Lorkin J . W ., Slnitcv S . D ., Forss J . D ., Brasted I . G ., Dallas Sec , Smyth Tit as ., P . M . AVnllington Preceptor ; Bios . Brown , Bonner , Carr , Holsworth , McCIean , and others . The preliminary requirements cum .
plied with , Bro . Polak answered the questions , and the ceremony of raising AVI . S rehearsed . The Preceptor gave the Traditional History . The Ledge was called off , and on resuming was regularly closed down . Bro . Dallas worked the first , and Bro . Brasted the second sections , assisted hy the brethren . Bro . Christian was elected AV . M . fur the ensuing week .
Eoyal Albert Lodge , No . 907 . —The installation meeting was held on Monday , loth April , at Freemasons' Hall , Great Oiiecu
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street . Bros . F . AVhite AV . M ., J . Smith P . G . P . AV . M . elect , supported by the Wardens , Ollicers and P . M . ' s Bros . T . 11 . Miller P . G . O . Middlesex , C . Chard , H . Lewis , H . A . Farnficld , S . H . P . Moore , S . Griffiths , J . Dennis , E . E . Stevenson , & c After preliminaries , Bro . AV . J . Todd Avas raised to the third degree . Tho report of tho Audit Committee Avas read and adopted . A Board of Installed
Masters Avas opened , and Bro . J . Smith P . G . P . was duly installed into the chair by the retiring W . M ., in a very perfect and impressive manner . Tho customary salutations having been ^ ivon , tho AV . M . invested his ollicers : Bros . Jennings S . AV ., Ban- J . W ., AY . H . Farntiold P . M . Treas ., Dennis P . M . Sec , Butt S . D ., Wordley J . D ., AVallaco I . G ., Lewis D . C , Cozens Organist , and Harrison Tyler . Tho Lodgo
was closed , and tho brethren partook of banquet and dessert , provided by Bro . A . Best , and very ably superintended by Bro . E . Dawkins . The AV . M . proposed the usual Loyal and Masonic toasts . Bro . E . P . Albert P . G . P . returned thanks for tho Grand Ollicers . Tho toast of tho W . M . and P . M . 's wero given , aud Bros . AVhite and Farnfield responded . Tho health of the A'isitors , AVardcns aud Ollicers followed , and each toast was duly honoured . During tho
evening an artistic selection of music Avas given , nnder tho direction of Bro . J . H . Cozens Organist ; Bros . Chaplin Henry , Lester , G . T . Carter and Montom Smith sang some excellent songs and glees . Tho Visitors were Botts 351 , Parker P . M . 1579 , AValters P . P . G . P . Middlesex , Green SGI , Smith 185 , Cox 813 , Laurie La Tolerance , Griffith 70 ( 1 , Turner 10 S , Mallett 111 , AVarreu 1437 , Abbott 1710 , Gambol 700 , Smith 1710 , Jolly 913 , Pratt 192 , Myers 188 , Tydemau 1437 , Bulf 1351 , Richmond 890 , Mills 1701 , & c .
Lord Warden Lodge , No . 1096 . —Tho installation meeting of this Lodge was hold on Tuesday , 10 th inst ., at St . George ' s Hall , Deal . Lodgo was opened afc 4 o ' clock , by Bro . A . II . Des Barres tho AV . M ., assisted b y Bros . E . Kirby S . AV ., II . E . L . Bottiug S . D ., J . Laggett J . D ., S . AVilling D . C , John AVestaAvay Org . pro tern , J . Carpenter I . G ., J . Horno Steward , and S . Hobgate Tyler . P . M . 's
Bros . J . B . Harrison , T . J . Usher P . P . G . E ., T . Ayling P . G . S ., & c After the preliminary business had been transacted , Bro . Kirby was presented and received the benefit of installation , Bro . T . Ayling acting as Installing Officer . After tho admission of tho brethren , tho W . M . was duly proclaimed , and ho proceeded to invest the following as Officers for tho ensning year : —Bros . Laggett S . W ., H . E .
L . Dotting J . AV ., S . Hinds Treas ., T . J . Usher P . M . Sec , J . B . Harrison P . M . Chaplain , J . Carpenter S . D ., AV . Carterfield J . D ., J . Westaway Org ., S . Willey I . G ., J . Horno D . C , G . Chandler and F . It . England Stewards . Tho next duty Avas to present a Past Master ' s jewel to tho retiring AVorshipful Master , Avhich had been subscribed for by tho members , in token of his exertions on their
behalf during tho past year . Bro . Des Barres suitably acknowledged tho gift , which ho would Avear Avith pride . Tho thanks of the Lodgo Avero voted to the installing Master , and to the AV . M . ' s and other visitors Avho had favoured the Lodge by their presence , and tho Lodge was formally closed . The brethren ad . journed to tho Eoyal Hotel to a banquet , Avhich mot with general
approval . After grace had been said by the Chaplain , the W . M . proceeded to give the usual Loyal and Masonic toasts . In calling upon the brethren to drink the health of the Qneeu , the AV . M . felt sure ho should be supported by every brother present . Her Majesty is a noble lady , worthy of our respect . She is ever ready to support any charitable Institution , and generally to exert herself for the welfare of tho
country . After the National Anthem had been sung , tho W . M . gave the toast of tho Most AVorshipful Grand Master . As Masons wo conld but bo gratified at having so worthy a brother to preside over us . He hoped at the installation meeting , to bo held next week , tho Prince Avonld bo received , as he over had been in Freemasonry , with enthusiasm . The Pro G . M ., tho D . G . M ., and the rest of the Grand Officers
were next honoured . Thoy aro ever ready to do their duty , and to render assistance to tho Craft . Bro . Usher had great pleasure in responding . At Masonic meetings it was only necessary to mention the names of those at tho head of affairs to ensure a hearty recep - tion . All who came in contact with tho rulers of the Craft conld boar testimony to the excellent way in which all the duties were
performed . Bro . Harrison , the Chaplain , had noAv the pleasure of proposing the Prov . Grand Master , Lord Holmesdale ; he was sure the brethren would be only too anxious to drink to that esteemed brother ' s health . The Masons of Kent felt especially favoured in having so worthy a Mason at their head . This toast having been honoured , was followed by that of the Deputy Prov . G . M .
and the rest of the Prov . Grand Officers p-. sfc and preseut , coupled with tho name of Bro . Bird . In replying , that brother thanked tho members for the kind sentiments expressed . He considered that their D . P . G . M . was really the right man in the right place . Any of the members of Provincial Grand Lodge Avho attend tho preliminary meetings must know how well he carries out tho duties of his office .
Great tact Avas required to govern so largo a Province . Bro . Eastes personally visits the various Lodges , and finds out for himself who are worthy of Provincial honours . Bro . Des Barres , the I . P . M ., rose : Although ho could not call tho next toast a royal one , he felt ho could really tcrni _ it a vicc-regnl one , as it Avas tho health of a real good representative of King Solomon . Their present Master might bo
relied on , and dining his year of office the work of the Lodge would ho well and faithfull y performed . Bro . Des Banes announced that the balance sheet of the Lodge showed that tho receipts from all sources were ; l ; 90 2 s Gd , and the expenditure £ 75 ISs 7 d , the balance , together with the amount brought forward , now amounted to £ 58 < Js Gd ; he considered this a most satisfactory statement , and had
pleasure in handing over the Lodge in so prosperous a condition to his successor . The AV . M ., in replying , said that ho was afraid the brethren had expressed too good aa opinion of him , but he was certain if it was in his power hoAVould , dining his term , merit their good H-ishes . ^ Bro . A yling gave the next toast , that of the Masonic Chan " . ties . There mi ght be a few among thorn who hardly knew what tho Masonic Charities really were la their own district they had special