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presentation was made in terms befitting the ceremony , tho eulogistic references being repeatedly applanded . Bro . E . Corris I . P . M ., on rising to acknowledge the compliment , was received with great applause . He said it would be idle on his part if he were to attempt to deny thafc he was v ry deeply gratified by this expression of their

feeling towards him . It was often said by those who were placed in circumstances perhaps someirhat similar to what he was now that their words must be words of apology becanse they were unable to do justice to their feelings . And it was often said by those who listened to them that perhaps in three cases out of four such apologies were

not true , and that perhaps in nine out of ten they were not believed by those who heard them . Well , they had been so extremely kind to him so fat > 'Jfchat he would just ask them to stretch their kindness one little bit farther , and to believe that the apology which he uttered for his being unable to describe his feelings to them must bo true to

the extent of one-fourth , and he trnsted that it would also be in the one-tenth that was to be believed . There wero those in this world who , standing ou a somewhat lofty pedestal , professed that they were indifferent to the blandishments of friends or to tbe tnuuts of enemies . He was not one of those stoical individuals . He

confessed that the kind words of those he respected , and who were dear to him , came very dear to his heart and fell like drops of rain on a thirsty soil . He deeply appreciated their kindness in presenting him with snch tokens of their esteem . They would remind him of the time he had enjoyed in the Hnmber Lodge , and would be a

stimulus to hira to do the very utmost he could for the cause of Masonry and for the Humber Lodge . This he did nofc look forward to with any apprehension , because he did love Masonry , and if a man was to be an active Mason , he must continue in communication with his Lodge , and not allow himself to rust . That was not his Mother

Lodge , but he had received such exceptional kindness ever since he became a member of the Humber , that the memory of his Mother Lodge had gone quite away , and that the affection he entertained for his adopted Lodge was uppermost in his mind . He warmly thanked the Wardens and the other Officers who co-operated with him sc

heartily during his year ' s Mastership , and concluded by wishing a successful year to Bro . Clark , and prosperity to the Humber Lodge . On the motion of Bro . Solomon Cohen , seconded by Bro . Clark W . M ., Bro . Tesseyman was cordially thanked for his mosfc interesting

address . Bro . Tesseyman having acknowledged the vote , the Lodge was closed in due and ancient form . A complimentary banquet to Bro . E . Corris followed , in the course of whioh a number of congratulatory speeches were delivered by brethren present .

LODGE OF FREEDOM . No . 77

THE montly meeting of this Ancient Lodge took place at the New Falcon Hotel , Gravesend , on Monday last . The W . M . Bro . Frederick Carpenter presided , and was supported by Bros , the Eev . Augustus Jackson Chaplain , J . Sparge S . W ., W . H . Hedger acting J . W ., and J . 0 . Briggs P . M . Secretary . There were also present Bros . W . E . Hollingum Treasurer , R . D . Beamish

J . D ., E . W . Robins Organist , H . A . Hayward I . G ., Chason , Sutherland , Solomon , Hubbard , King , W . Gunn , W . Bill , L . J . Bone , J . M . Jeffrey , together with Past Masters T . R . S . Champion , Wm . Hills , Wm . Russell , Frederick Teece and G . T . King . The minutes of the last meeting having been read and confirmed , the Secretary ,

by command of the W . M ., read fche Bye-laws . A resolution was then moved by Bro . T . E . S . Champion— " That the sum of ten guineas be given from the Funds of the Lodge to the Eoyal Masonio Institution for Girls , the amount to be placed on the Hat of the brother who represents the Lodge as Steward afc the ensuing

Festival . " This was seconded by Bro . Chason and carried unanimously . Bro . William Eussell , who was appointed as Steward for the Festival in question , thanked tho brethren for their generosity ,

and proceeded to give some interesting particulars connected with the subject of elections . The resignation of two members was received with regret . This concluding the business of the evening the Lodge was closed in perfect harmony and adjourned .

CONSTITUTIONAL LODGE . No . 294

ON Thursday , the 12 th inst ., the members of this Lodge gave a concert and dance in tbe Assembly rooms , and were rewarded by one of the most successful gatherings that has taken place of recent years at Beverley . Selections were given dnring the concert by the Minster Quartette , Mrs . MacBean ( Hull ) , Brothers Robshaw , Wray , and J . P . Park , M . D ., Messrs . Groves , F . Shackles ( Filey ) ,

Russell , and Horsfield , and Herr . E . Egts , all of whom were received with deserved applause . After tho concert dancing commenced . Among those present were Bros . Tom Turner P . M . J . P ., Dr . and Mrs . Park , Sydney Smith W . M . and Mrs . Smith , Councillor Elwell , C . Goulding P . M ., J . Kemp P . M . and Mrs . Kemp , and several other past and present Officers .

PERSEVERANCE LODGE , No . 573

ON Tuesday , the 10 th instant , the installation of Bro . Henry Parry as W . M . took place at tho Masonic Eoorns , Halesowen , iu the presence of n large number of brethren , the ceremony being ably performed by Bro . W . Waldron . The following brethren were invested as Officers—Bros . E . Lowe 8 . W ., T . Taylor J . W ., llev

J . Knight Law Chaplain , A . Pearson Treasurer , W . Waldron Secretary , A . Marsh S . D ., H . M . Jackson J . D ., A . J . Smith I . G ., C . Dakin Organist , W . Somers Director of Ceremonies , T . H . Lloyd Steward , and T . Hodgetts and D . Bryce Assistant Stewards . The banquet was held in the Drill Hall , which was handsomely decorated for the occasion .

CAMALODTJNUM LODGE , No . 660

¦ ""PHE . members have marked their appreciation of the conductor x Bro . Supt . Winpeuny , of the East Biding Conttabtilary , daring his residence in Norton , by presenting bim with a valuable article of jewelry in memory of his connection with the Lodgo , in which ho

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had attained the rank of Senior Deacon . Snpt . Winpenny , who came to Malton in January 1885 , is being promoted to the command of the Dickering Division , and leaves for Bridlington very shortly . Bro . M . Williamson , the W . M . of the Lodge , made fche presentation .

ST . BARTHOLOMEW LODGE , No . 696

ON Friday , 13 th inst ., a ball , promoted by this Lodge in aid of the Masonic Charities , took place in the Town Hall , Wednesbury . The decorations had been undertaken by Brother Dicken , and the Hall presented a handsome appearance . A double row of coloured lamps spanned the front of the orchestra , a lino of coloured lamps of a different pattern being disposed along the front * of the

gallery ; a large collection of beautiful plants and flowers waa arrayed about the front of the orchestra and various parts of the galleries ; and Masonic banners , coloured draperies , mirrors , & c , were hung with judicious taste about the building . The vestibule

was converted into a lounge , and the Council chamber and other rooms were used in various ways . The musio was by William ' s quadrille band ; ancl Mr . Stally of the Anchor Hotel , provided the supper . The entire arrangements were under the control of Brother T . Jones W . M . and Brother F . W . Backward Secretary .

BUTE LODGE , No . 960

A BANQUET , to commemorate the 25 th anniversary , was held at the Angel Hotel , Cardiff , on Friday the 13 th insfc . The Worshipfnl Master for the year ( Bro . James Eadley ) presided , and was supported by Bros . John Mnnday I . P . M ., John Hussey P . M ., — Hodges P . M ., J . Matthews P . M ., J . Williams P . M ., E . Fletcher ( Glamorgan Lodge ) , T . H . Belcher ( Windsor Lodge ) , and a large

gathering of the Craft . After the good things had been disposed of the Chairman gave the usual Loyal and Masonic toasts , which were received and duly honoured in the manner customary at suoh festivals . The Chairman then gave the toast of fche evening , viz ., " The Bute Lodge . " In the course of his remarks he said that

information respecting the early days of institutions was generally most instructive . Unfortunately , every founder of their Lodge was dead . The late respected Past Master Colonel Martin lived almost within the shadow of this event , otherwise his kindly and cheerful presence wonld that night have supplied matter for reflection . The humble

institution , started a qnarter of a centary ago , had become one of the most powerful and influential Lodges in the Kingdom . Bro . T . Matthews responded . Bros . P . M . ' s Monday and Hussey made most appropriate remarks regarding the commemoration . During the

proceedings the following gentlemen contributed to the harmony of the gathering : —Bros . Jas . Radley , W . B . Ferrier , T . H . Belcher , J . Hussey , T . Evans , Richard Elliott , J . Dutton , E . Fletcher , Hosgood , and others . The evening proved a most pleasant one , several of the oldest Masons in the town being present .

CALLENDER LODGE . No . 1052

T ^ HE installation meeting of this popular Lodge was held on Taes-- ^ day last , afc the Masonic Lodge Rooms , Town Hall Buildings , 74 King-street , Manchester . There was a goodly number of visitors present . The Worshipfnl Master , Bro . John Jordrell , opened the Lodge at the time set down on the circular , an example that should

be more generally adopted . Lodge was opened in due form , and the minutes of last regular meeting were read and confirmed . The Installing Master Bro . D . Edwards then commenced the business of installation in his well-known masterly manner , the W . M . elect Bro . Ernest Jones S . W . was presented by fche W . M . Bro . J . Jordrell . By

command of the Installing Master , Bro . H . Darbyshire P . M ., acting Secretary , read the ancient charges , and fche W . M . elect was obligated and entrusted . A Board of Installed Masters being opened , Bro . Jones was duly installed , the Installing Master performing his business in a most impressive manner , much to the satisfaction of

the Pasfc Masters and Provincial Graud Officers present . Iu due course the brethren were readmitted , the Master was proclaimed , and fche investiture of Officers proceeded with : —Bros . John Jordrell I . P . M ., A . Williama S . W ., J . Campbell J . W ., A . B . Owtram P . M . Treasnrer , the Installing Master was again invested as Secretary ,

E . White P . M . D . C , W . W . Lofthouse S . D ., N . Batfcersby J . D ., I . Sternberg Organist , T . W . K . Start I . G ., W . H . Clayton Tyler . Bros . John Smith , C . Watson aud W . Thorpe were appointed Stewards . The addresses to the Officers were given by the Installing Master , assisted by Bros . P . M . ' s Walker and Wrigley , both of this Lodge ,

Bro . Darbyshire paid a well-deserved compliment to P . M . White on again investing him with the collar of D . C . The address to the brethren was given by the Installing Master , in grand style . Routine work followed . Communications were read , and hearty good wishes expressed by the visitors . Lodge was closed at

seven o'clock . The brethren sat down to a banquet , provided by Mrs . Edwards , tho Lodge caterer , wife of the Installing Master . To the Masons of Manchester , aye , even of the Province , it is scarcely necessary to say that Mrs . Edwards' efforts were everything that could be desired ; the viands were served well , and of first class

quality ; tha tables were beautifully laid out , aud decorated with plants from the nursery of Bro . Fallows , an old Paat Master of the Lodge . A splendid silver epergno and acacia plant iu bloum were kindly sent by Bro . Leech , of Princess Road , Moss-side , who waa unable to be present through indisposition , veiy much to fche regrefc

of the memoers , who testified their sympathy during tho evening by a vote of sympathy to Bro . Leech , with a fervent prayer thafc he may soon oe restored to health . The usual Loyal and Masonic toasts were given the I . P . M . waa presented with a very handsome P . M . 's jewe , the presentation being made by the Worshipful Master ,

ou behalf o' the Lodge . Bro . E . Jones , iu well spoken sentiments , assured Brj . Jordrell that ho well deserved this token of their admiiation . Bro . Jordrell responded ; gracefully assuring tho brethren that the jewel wonld be cherished by him as one of the choicest gems he had ever possessed . The toaat " In Memoriara " —