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I . P . M . or a Past Master of the Eldon Lodge ; he thought it would not be put too forcibly if he said that it was the duty of the outgoing Master to instal his successor . He earnestly hoped there would be a Past Master of 1755 who would take up the work , and he felt that in such a case it would no doubt be performed much better than he had done it that day . He would , however , be glad to render any assistance in future , and thanked the Brethren for the kind way in which they had treated the toast .
The I . P . M . submitted what he termed the popular toast , that of the Worshipful Master , which was well received . They had seen during the past twelve months , and indeed during the last few years , the good and excellent qualities of the Worshipful Master . They had no fear as to the welfare of the Eldon Lodge under his ruling . They would all do their best to support him , and they all very heartily
and very sincerely wished him a happy and prosperous year of Office . He trusted that pleasant and joyous evening was a type of his entire reign , and that all success would attend his rule . The W . M . briefly returned his thanks , and assured the Brethren of his ready service at all times . He was desirous to do his best for the Lodge and for the Craft , and hoped to earn their approbation at the end of his term .
Bro . Billing proposed the I . P . M . He said they possessed grateful hearts , and their gratitude now went forth to the I . P . M . for the capital way in which he had clone his work . He had not spared himself ; the ritual had been up to the standard , and the hospitality of the Lod < re , if possible , excelled during his year . In all sincerity and in truth they were grateful to the I . P . M . for the excellent way in which the year ' s work had been carried on . Their I . P . M . had been a credit to himself , and an honour to the Lodge .
The I . P . M . suitably replied , referring to the pleasant period of his Mastership , and to the able assistance rendered him by his Officers .
Bro . Cox S . W . proposed the health of the Past Masters of 1755 who , he said , were second to none . They had done their work well ; they attended the meetings of the Lodge regularly ; and it spoke well for the status of the Lodge when it had such a splendid body of Past Masters . They were Brethren who delighted in the ritual work of Freemasonry , and in the various Charities connected with the Order .
Bro . Rice , as the Senior Past Master , suitably and feelingly replied ; and was followed by Bro . Stafford I . P . M ., the Junior Past Master . The W . M . proposed the Visitors . He cordially welcomed the Brethren from other Lodges , other Provinces , and other countries . He referred to the Masonic landmark which conferred the privilege of visiting throughout the globe .
Several Brethren replied , including Bros . Charlie Pfeiffer P . M . 18 33 , Mvers 68 , S . Gibson 68 , Hickman 2257 , and W . Stafford ( Bermuda ) . The W .. M . proposed the S . W . and Officers of 1755 . He said the S . W . was a thoroughly reliable Officer and a true Mason . He ventured to predict that in twelve months time that Brother would make a model Master . He felt sure the J . W . and the other Officers would do their duty .
The Senior and Junior Wardens replied to this toast , promising their best services .
Bro . W . K . Thomas proposed the Masonic Charities . He said no one could have attended the recent great Masonic gathering at the Albert Hall without being impressed with the statements made as to the vastness of the Masonic Charities . Personally it was a particularly pleasant surprise to himself to learn the immense sum that had been collected during the reign of the King as Grand Master . Some might regret the cost of working the great Central
Masonic Charities , but all must admire their vastness , which he hoped would long continue . They worked admirably for Charity in Somerset . In the Eldon Lodge they had an able representative on ithe Somerset Organisation in Bro . Rice , who was steeped in Charity and good works . The Brethren of the Eldon Lodge had shown by their Masonic spirit that they valued the Charities , for they had subscribed liberally thereto .
Bro . Rice replied , and said he had never appealed for any money for Charity that had not been readily granted . Masonic Charities had grown and were growing . The Boys School in 1 S 56 educated 25 ; they were now educating 293 , and were spending , £ 100 , 000 on the new School at Bushey . The Girls School in 1875 educated 48 , and to
-day they had 26 7 on the books , including a child of a dear Brother of their Lodge who had passed away . The sum of two millions of pounds had been subscribed for these Charities during the present King ' s reign as Grand Master of English Freemasons . Of this thev must not be too proud , for the virtue was almost too sacred for speech .
The Tyler ' s toast seemed a most appropriate one to follow Bro . Rice ' s reply , and the Brethren separated a little before 9 o clock , as many desired to catch the last train for Bristol .
A good musical programme was arranged and carried ' out . The ¦ songs were interspersed between the toasts and the replies thereto . Bro . J . H . Fulford ably accompanied on the pianoforte . ********** Whitworth Lodge , No . 1932 .
INSTALLATION OF BRO . J . A . FLEMING . THE annual meeting was held in the Masonic Hall , Spennymoor , on the nth inst ., the principal business being the installation of Bro James A . Heming S . W . as W . M . for the ensuing year . on . Heming was presented by Bro . R . Brown to the . nrtino- W IU
iiro . John Chisholm , who abl y performed the ceremony . The annual banquet was afterwards held in the Town Hall tne new W . M . presiding , and Bro . Rob . Fleming occupying the vice-chair . After dinner the usual Loyal and Masonic toasts were Honoured , the proceedings being pleasantly varied by musical contributions .
Reports Of Meetings.
Dorothy Vernon Lodge , No . 2129 . INSTALLATION OF BRO . W . CLARK . THE installation meeting was held on Tuesday , 3 rd inst ., at Bakewell . There was a larger number of Brethren present than has been the case for many years past , and the proceedings were of a very enjoyable and successful character .
Bro . Wm . Clark was installed W . M . by Bro . E . M . Longsdon P . M ., assisted by other Past Masters . The banquet was subsequently partaken of at the Rutland Arms Hotel , Bakewell . The usual toasts were honoured . Bros . Dodd , Bambridge , Forman , and Melrose were chiefly responsible for the musical programme .
Minnehaha Minstrel Lodge , No . 2363 . ANNUAL PICNIC . THE annual picnic in connection with the above Lodge took place on Monday , 2 nd inst ., the locality selected being Matlock , Derbyshire . Every arrangement which could ensure success had been made by the special Committee , and the result was eminently
gratifying . The morning was bright and cheery , and as the Brethren with their lady and gentlemen friends entered the large saloon which awaited them at the Central Station , they expressed their delight that Manchester was maintaining its recently acquired reputation for fine weather .
Matlock was reached shortly after n a . m ., lunch being partaken of at the Royal Hotel , " a commodious and well appointed house , standing upon an extensive terrace at the southern end of the Dale , and commanding the finest views of the picturesque rock and river Derwent . "
Several conveyances had been provided , and at 1 . 15 p . m . what is popularly known as the Grand Circular Drive was commenced . The following places of interest were passed en route , for a description of which we are Indebted to a leaflet issued by the provisional Committee .- — " Willersley Grounds and Castle , the seat of the Arkwrights . Scarthin Nick a narrow pass through the
Scarthin Rocks , 200 feet . Cromford , entirely the property of the descendants of Sir Richard Arkwright , of cotton spinning fame , and the large mills here ( the first in England ) were erected by him in 1771 . The celebrated Via Gellia ( so-called after the Gell family , by whom it was constructed ) has been described as ' -a'big road for t' quality i' t' summer time . ' Bonsall Wood on the right .
Middleton Wood on the left . Beyond , Winster Bradley Rocks on the right ; to the left Robin Hood stride , two tower shaped rocks fifteen yards apart , showing the length of his stride . Cratcliff Tor and Woods . A yew tree marks the entrance to the Hermit's Cave . To the right , Andle Stone ( the two-penny loaf ) and the romantic Rowtor Rocks . Then Stanton and Stanton Park , Dakin Dale , the river Wye , and Haddon Hall .
An hour ' s halt was made at the latter place for a light repast and also for a visit to the interesting ruins which have- oftentimes been described in these columns .
Upon a resumption of the drive , the party passed through the villages of Rowsley and Darley Dale , then to Peak Tor on the light , Rowsley and Darley Dale being on the left . Stancliff Hall , the residence of the late- Sir Joseph Whitworth , Matlock Bridge , Riber Castle ( Smedley's Hydro ) , Matlock Dale , river Derwent , High Tor , 670 feet . On the right , Masson Hill , 800 feet , and Heights of Abraham 1076 feet , arriving back at the hotel about
5 . 30 p . m . A very excellent dinner was followed by toasts and speeches . In the first instance Bro . Sheldon Harold Stubbs W . M . proposed the health of the visitors , extending towards them a cordial welcome . The toast of the ladies fell to the lot of Bro . Fredk . Todd S . W ., who acquitted himself in an admirable manner . Bro . Harry Beswick responded .
Bro . Seth Wrigley D . C . introduced the toast of the Worshipful Master , to which Bro . Stubbs responded . Reverting to the presence of the fair sex , he said one of the principal things in connection with Masonry which the ladies looked forward to was a jjicnic A Committee had been formed to make arrangements , and al ' l must admit they had done their work well , and deserved the highest
praise , for so far their outing of that day had been a great success . He regretted that circumstances had arisen which caused a postponement of their usual Lodge Soc'ial , but he looked forward confidently to the holding of one next year . Bro . Stubbs spoke very flatteringly of the efforts made by the members of the Lodge on behalf of the funds of the East Lancashire Systematic Institution .
The comnany afterwards adjourned to the drawing room of the hotel , where singing and dancing were engaged in . the contributories to the harmony being the W . M ., Bros . Wrigley , Beswick , Saml . Luke , Chapman , and others . Unon the return journey several songs and sketches were rendered , the time being very merrily spent . Manchester was reached about 10 p . m . **********
ROYAL ARCH
Royal Pavilion Chapter , No . 315 . AT the ordinary monthly meeting held under the presidency of Comp . A . H . Tester . M . K . Z ., at the Royal Pavilion , Brighton , on the 17 th inst ., Comp , John Wood P . Z . was presentitl with a case of silver dessert knives and forks , and two handsome Chirmrn
dale chairs ( for Mrs . John Wood ) as a slight recognition , by the Companions , of the admirable manner in which , during the last seven years , he had carried out the duties of Scribe E . of the Chapter . The presentation was made in felicitous terms b" Comp . A . P . Dollman I . P . Z ,, and gracefully acknowledged by Comp , Wood .
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Reports Of Meetings.
I . P . M . or a Past Master of the Eldon Lodge ; he thought it would not be put too forcibly if he said that it was the duty of the outgoing Master to instal his successor . He earnestly hoped there would be a Past Master of 1755 who would take up the work , and he felt that in such a case it would no doubt be performed much better than he had done it that day . He would , however , be glad to render any assistance in future , and thanked the Brethren for the kind way in which they had treated the toast .
The I . P . M . submitted what he termed the popular toast , that of the Worshipful Master , which was well received . They had seen during the past twelve months , and indeed during the last few years , the good and excellent qualities of the Worshipful Master . They had no fear as to the welfare of the Eldon Lodge under his ruling . They would all do their best to support him , and they all very heartily
and very sincerely wished him a happy and prosperous year of Office . He trusted that pleasant and joyous evening was a type of his entire reign , and that all success would attend his rule . The W . M . briefly returned his thanks , and assured the Brethren of his ready service at all times . He was desirous to do his best for the Lodge and for the Craft , and hoped to earn their approbation at the end of his term .
Bro . Billing proposed the I . P . M . He said they possessed grateful hearts , and their gratitude now went forth to the I . P . M . for the capital way in which he had clone his work . He had not spared himself ; the ritual had been up to the standard , and the hospitality of the Lod < re , if possible , excelled during his year . In all sincerity and in truth they were grateful to the I . P . M . for the excellent way in which the year ' s work had been carried on . Their I . P . M . had been a credit to himself , and an honour to the Lodge .
The I . P . M . suitably replied , referring to the pleasant period of his Mastership , and to the able assistance rendered him by his Officers .
Bro . Cox S . W . proposed the health of the Past Masters of 1755 who , he said , were second to none . They had done their work well ; they attended the meetings of the Lodge regularly ; and it spoke well for the status of the Lodge when it had such a splendid body of Past Masters . They were Brethren who delighted in the ritual work of Freemasonry , and in the various Charities connected with the Order .
Bro . Rice , as the Senior Past Master , suitably and feelingly replied ; and was followed by Bro . Stafford I . P . M ., the Junior Past Master . The W . M . proposed the Visitors . He cordially welcomed the Brethren from other Lodges , other Provinces , and other countries . He referred to the Masonic landmark which conferred the privilege of visiting throughout the globe .
Several Brethren replied , including Bros . Charlie Pfeiffer P . M . 18 33 , Mvers 68 , S . Gibson 68 , Hickman 2257 , and W . Stafford ( Bermuda ) . The W .. M . proposed the S . W . and Officers of 1755 . He said the S . W . was a thoroughly reliable Officer and a true Mason . He ventured to predict that in twelve months time that Brother would make a model Master . He felt sure the J . W . and the other Officers would do their duty .
The Senior and Junior Wardens replied to this toast , promising their best services .
Bro . W . K . Thomas proposed the Masonic Charities . He said no one could have attended the recent great Masonic gathering at the Albert Hall without being impressed with the statements made as to the vastness of the Masonic Charities . Personally it was a particularly pleasant surprise to himself to learn the immense sum that had been collected during the reign of the King as Grand Master . Some might regret the cost of working the great Central
Masonic Charities , but all must admire their vastness , which he hoped would long continue . They worked admirably for Charity in Somerset . In the Eldon Lodge they had an able representative on ithe Somerset Organisation in Bro . Rice , who was steeped in Charity and good works . The Brethren of the Eldon Lodge had shown by their Masonic spirit that they valued the Charities , for they had subscribed liberally thereto .
Bro . Rice replied , and said he had never appealed for any money for Charity that had not been readily granted . Masonic Charities had grown and were growing . The Boys School in 1 S 56 educated 25 ; they were now educating 293 , and were spending , £ 100 , 000 on the new School at Bushey . The Girls School in 1875 educated 48 , and to
-day they had 26 7 on the books , including a child of a dear Brother of their Lodge who had passed away . The sum of two millions of pounds had been subscribed for these Charities during the present King ' s reign as Grand Master of English Freemasons . Of this thev must not be too proud , for the virtue was almost too sacred for speech .
The Tyler ' s toast seemed a most appropriate one to follow Bro . Rice ' s reply , and the Brethren separated a little before 9 o clock , as many desired to catch the last train for Bristol .
A good musical programme was arranged and carried ' out . The ¦ songs were interspersed between the toasts and the replies thereto . Bro . J . H . Fulford ably accompanied on the pianoforte . ********** Whitworth Lodge , No . 1932 .
INSTALLATION OF BRO . J . A . FLEMING . THE annual meeting was held in the Masonic Hall , Spennymoor , on the nth inst ., the principal business being the installation of Bro James A . Heming S . W . as W . M . for the ensuing year . on . Heming was presented by Bro . R . Brown to the . nrtino- W IU
iiro . John Chisholm , who abl y performed the ceremony . The annual banquet was afterwards held in the Town Hall tne new W . M . presiding , and Bro . Rob . Fleming occupying the vice-chair . After dinner the usual Loyal and Masonic toasts were Honoured , the proceedings being pleasantly varied by musical contributions .
Reports Of Meetings.
Dorothy Vernon Lodge , No . 2129 . INSTALLATION OF BRO . W . CLARK . THE installation meeting was held on Tuesday , 3 rd inst ., at Bakewell . There was a larger number of Brethren present than has been the case for many years past , and the proceedings were of a very enjoyable and successful character .
Bro . Wm . Clark was installed W . M . by Bro . E . M . Longsdon P . M ., assisted by other Past Masters . The banquet was subsequently partaken of at the Rutland Arms Hotel , Bakewell . The usual toasts were honoured . Bros . Dodd , Bambridge , Forman , and Melrose were chiefly responsible for the musical programme .
Minnehaha Minstrel Lodge , No . 2363 . ANNUAL PICNIC . THE annual picnic in connection with the above Lodge took place on Monday , 2 nd inst ., the locality selected being Matlock , Derbyshire . Every arrangement which could ensure success had been made by the special Committee , and the result was eminently
gratifying . The morning was bright and cheery , and as the Brethren with their lady and gentlemen friends entered the large saloon which awaited them at the Central Station , they expressed their delight that Manchester was maintaining its recently acquired reputation for fine weather .
Matlock was reached shortly after n a . m ., lunch being partaken of at the Royal Hotel , " a commodious and well appointed house , standing upon an extensive terrace at the southern end of the Dale , and commanding the finest views of the picturesque rock and river Derwent . "
Several conveyances had been provided , and at 1 . 15 p . m . what is popularly known as the Grand Circular Drive was commenced . The following places of interest were passed en route , for a description of which we are Indebted to a leaflet issued by the provisional Committee .- — " Willersley Grounds and Castle , the seat of the Arkwrights . Scarthin Nick a narrow pass through the
Scarthin Rocks , 200 feet . Cromford , entirely the property of the descendants of Sir Richard Arkwright , of cotton spinning fame , and the large mills here ( the first in England ) were erected by him in 1771 . The celebrated Via Gellia ( so-called after the Gell family , by whom it was constructed ) has been described as ' -a'big road for t' quality i' t' summer time . ' Bonsall Wood on the right .
Middleton Wood on the left . Beyond , Winster Bradley Rocks on the right ; to the left Robin Hood stride , two tower shaped rocks fifteen yards apart , showing the length of his stride . Cratcliff Tor and Woods . A yew tree marks the entrance to the Hermit's Cave . To the right , Andle Stone ( the two-penny loaf ) and the romantic Rowtor Rocks . Then Stanton and Stanton Park , Dakin Dale , the river Wye , and Haddon Hall .
An hour ' s halt was made at the latter place for a light repast and also for a visit to the interesting ruins which have- oftentimes been described in these columns .
Upon a resumption of the drive , the party passed through the villages of Rowsley and Darley Dale , then to Peak Tor on the light , Rowsley and Darley Dale being on the left . Stancliff Hall , the residence of the late- Sir Joseph Whitworth , Matlock Bridge , Riber Castle ( Smedley's Hydro ) , Matlock Dale , river Derwent , High Tor , 670 feet . On the right , Masson Hill , 800 feet , and Heights of Abraham 1076 feet , arriving back at the hotel about
5 . 30 p . m . A very excellent dinner was followed by toasts and speeches . In the first instance Bro . Sheldon Harold Stubbs W . M . proposed the health of the visitors , extending towards them a cordial welcome . The toast of the ladies fell to the lot of Bro . Fredk . Todd S . W ., who acquitted himself in an admirable manner . Bro . Harry Beswick responded .
Bro . Seth Wrigley D . C . introduced the toast of the Worshipful Master , to which Bro . Stubbs responded . Reverting to the presence of the fair sex , he said one of the principal things in connection with Masonry which the ladies looked forward to was a jjicnic A Committee had been formed to make arrangements , and al ' l must admit they had done their work well , and deserved the highest
praise , for so far their outing of that day had been a great success . He regretted that circumstances had arisen which caused a postponement of their usual Lodge Soc'ial , but he looked forward confidently to the holding of one next year . Bro . Stubbs spoke very flatteringly of the efforts made by the members of the Lodge on behalf of the funds of the East Lancashire Systematic Institution .
The comnany afterwards adjourned to the drawing room of the hotel , where singing and dancing were engaged in . the contributories to the harmony being the W . M ., Bros . Wrigley , Beswick , Saml . Luke , Chapman , and others . Unon the return journey several songs and sketches were rendered , the time being very merrily spent . Manchester was reached about 10 p . m . **********
ROYAL ARCH
Royal Pavilion Chapter , No . 315 . AT the ordinary monthly meeting held under the presidency of Comp . A . H . Tester . M . K . Z ., at the Royal Pavilion , Brighton , on the 17 th inst ., Comp , John Wood P . Z . was presentitl with a case of silver dessert knives and forks , and two handsome Chirmrn
dale chairs ( for Mrs . John Wood ) as a slight recognition , by the Companions , of the admirable manner in which , during the last seven years , he had carried out the duties of Scribe E . of the Chapter . The presentation was made in felicitous terms b" Comp . A . P . Dollman I . P . Z ,, and gracefully acknowledged by Comp , Wood .