Meetings Held, &C

He thanked them for their kind mention of his name . ( Loud cheers ) . Bro . C . A . Cottebrune P . G . P . and Treasurer aUo responded to the toast , and said , After the pertinent remarks of Bro . Bardetfc , he had nothing more to say than to thank them . Bro . Swallow I . P . M . then proposed the toast of the W . M . He said , You must have heard how beautifully and impressively the W . M . performed the two ceromonies .

We have the right man in the right place , and we aro pleased to see him as W . M ., and hope to havo him among ns for many years as a Past Master . The W . M . responded to the toast , —The manner they expressed their satisfaction wa 3 sufficient to show him that the ceremonies ought to be perfectly , correctly and impressively worked . He was proud of tho position he held as W . M ., and the hearty manner

they had received the toast . Tho W . M . then said , before ho resumed his seat , he would give an appropriate toast , that was the initiates . Their recommendation was sufficient to show that they wero welcome among thorn ; as they progress they will see what grand principles they have entered into . He hoped they would not bo drones , but working members , and eventually reach higher positions . Bro .

Kohler fully justified the expressions of the W . M . by tho very able way in which he responded . He thanked the W . M . for the manner the ceremony had been given ; that evening ' s work would never be effaced from his memory . Bros . Taylor , Misselbrook and Sohletfce followed . Tho W . M . then proposed the toast of the P . M . ' s . Bro . Swallow responded ; although ho was not tho Past Master of

tho Lodge , whatever was required of him ho would do , he hoped to their satisfaction . The W . M . then proposed the toast of the Visitors , mentioning their names seriatim ; he said the fact ef hia visiting Lodges , really by the introduction of Bro . Swallow , nabled him to occupy the chair of the Lodge . Bros . H . M . Lovy , Treadwoll and C . Burmeister severally returned thanks , and all complimented the

W . M . on his admirable working . The next toast was that of the worthy Treasurer , Bro . C . A . Cottebrune P . G . P ., he was one that looked after our funds , we could not find a better . With respect to Bro . Scott , their Seoretary , his services were invaluable , and he hoped they would have them for many years . The W . M . then proposed the toast of the Officers ; the S . W . was one thoroughly conversant

with his duties ; and the J . W . one that gathered honey from every flower . All the officers do their duty , but a just compliment i 3 due to Bro . Shand the I . G ., whom they all knew and respeofced ; in fact , every officer had performed his duty satisfactorily . This toast was responded to , and the Tyler ' s was given . The harmony of the evening was well sustained .

Metropolitan Chapter of Improvement . —Tho weekly meeting was held on Tuesday last , afc the Jamaica Coffee House , St . Michael's-alley , Cornhill . The ceremony of exaltation was completely rehearsed , Comp . Catterson acting as candidate . Comp . G . K . Lemann worked tho fir 3 fc clause of the first section , assisted by the brethren . In accordance with previous notice of motion , Comp . E .

Gofctheil proposed that the Chapter do meet in future at seven p . m . This was carried unanimously , but subject to the convenience of the host , Comp . Darcy . The officers presiding were : —Comps . E . Gottheil Z ., J . K . Stead H ., J . Constable J ., J . Boyd Treasurer , J . W . White S . E ., Major Finney S . N ., J . W . Berrie P . S . Besides theso there were present Comps . Row , Drew , High , Tebb , Chandler , Moore , Walker . Comp . E . Moody H . 145 was elected a member .

A Masonic Memorial.

A MASONIC MEMORIAL .

The Bury Times ( East Lancashire ) says : — " A substantial proof of tho respect and esteem in which our late townsman , Mr . John Redfern , was held by tho Freemasons of Bury has just beon afforded in the erection , by them , of a memorial monument in tho burial . ground at All Saints' Church , Ellton . The

monument , which is remarkably well-proportioned , was designed by Mr . E . Simpkin , of this town , and consists of a square obelisk and base of dark grey Aberdeen granite , standing upon a pedestal of polished ashlar , its total height being about sixteen feet . On tho east side of the base is the following inscription : —

' In Remembrance of JOHN SMITH REDFERN , Of Bury . Born October 6 th , 1807 .

Died May 26 fch , 1875 . Bowed to his maternal dust , Heaven's Grand Master claims his trust j May the truth his praise declare , Tried by compass , rule , and square . '

On tho west side are insoribed the words' . HOC MONUMENTUM

SOCII EJUS EX ORPINE LATOitOEUM FOSUEBUNT . This monument was erected by his brother Freemasons . ' The shaft of the obelisk bears on its east front five , and on its west front four Masonic symbols or emblems , some of which are of a

highly recondite character , inseparable from the mysteries in which the late brother had been initiated , and significant only to those deeply versed in ancient Masonic lore . Tho inception and execution of the work are alike honourable to the promoters , and must be peculiarly gratify ing to tho surviving members of tho deceased ' s family .

The late Bro . Redfern was a member of Lodge 42 , Bury , and at the . time of his death was the oldest Mason in the borough . He had served in various positions in a distinguished manner , and the above is one of the tokens

which show how those who knew him best lore to keep bis memory green ,

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Price 3 s 6 d t Crown Bvo , cloth , gilt . MASONIO PORTRAITS . Bmnrno noit "THB FBIHUSOIT ' S OHBOXICIB . " The Volume contains tho following : — 1 . OUR LITERARY BROTKSB . 17 . TUB CHBISHAH MISHISB . 2 . A DlSTIJfQCISHKD MASOX . 18 . THB MVSTIC 3 . THE MAX OF EXBRGT . 19 . A MODEL MASOX . 4 . FATHER TIME . 20 . A CHIP FROM JOPPA 5 . A CoRXKtt STOXS . 21 . A PILLAR of MASOXBT . 6 . THB CRAFTSUAX . 2 a . BAYARD . 7 . THB GOWXSKAX . 23 . A RIGHT HAND MAX . 8 . Ax EASTKRX STAR . 21 . OCR CITIZKX BROTBBB . 9 . THB KXIGHT ERRAXT . 25 . Ax ABLE PRBCBPTOB . 10 . THB OCTOQBXAHIAX . 26 . Ax AXCIBXT BRITOX . 11 . A ZRALOPS OFFICES . 27 . THE ARTIST . 12 . THB SOLDIER . 28 . THE FATHER OV THB LODUH . 13 . FROM UXDEB THB OBOWW . 29 . A SHIXIXO LIGHT . 14 . OUB HERCULES . 30 . Ax ART STUDEXT . 15 . A MBBCHAXT PRIXCB . 31 . THE MARIXBR . 18 . THB CHUBCHHAX . ' 32 . A SOLDIBB o » FOBTITXB . 33 . "OLD Muo . " OPINIONS OF THE PRESS . "A series of articles , biographical , descriptive , and eulogistic , of some of th » principal Masonic worthies of tho day . They are well written , and though personal , by no means offensive , or intrusive into private life , and in Masonio society will be welcomed as an interesting aeries of word paintings of members f the Ciaft . —Seamlard .

" We do not remember to have read any similar series of sketches which surpass this in merit . "—Zand and Water . " Admirably written , being free from what aro too often observed in composU tion—inelegant language and prolixity . "—Sunday Times . "' J . O . ' writes with a considerable amount of freedom , never hesitating to hit off ' a . weakness when he finds it publicly displayed by a 'distinguished brother ; ' at the same time he never loses sight of a good trait when it ia displayed , either in connexion with the Craft or in the service of the nublic out

of doors . The sketches are lively reading . "—City Press . "This is a neat book . The Portraits consist of a series of ' word pictures ' of eminent English Masons . It styles Bro . W . J . Hughan ' Knight Errant , ' and sketches thirty-two others under equally unique titles . We commend the book as worthy of a place in every Masonio library . "— Voice of Masonry . " . Evinces much literary ability , and is a valuable addition to the few works we have in Masonic biography . *'—Philadelphia Keystone . " The book ought to be in every well arranged Masonic Library . "—New York Courier .

" The portraits consist of a series of what we call' pen and ink sketches' of brethren prominent in all the noble undertakings of English Masonry . . . . Prominent among his brethren we find Bro . Fred . Binckes , ( 'Our Hercules , ' ) whose herculean efforts in behalf of thoso blessed institutions , the charities of English Masons , have a world-wide reputation , which will live long after th » zealous Craftsman , has beon , ' laid away to rest . '"—New York Square .

"The style of the author is pleasing , and tho quality of his productions highly complimentay to his ability as a writer . "—Masonic Advocate . " There ia a piquancy in the ready off-hand dash that lends much zest to the subject , and bars it from studied rhetorical expression . "—Hebrew Leader . " Wo value the work , and heartily thank Bro . Morgan for our copy . "Masonic Jewel .

" There can bo no doubt that tho writer has produced a series of Portraits which will be a source of amusement and pleasure to Masons throughout the world . "—Surrey Comet . "Will bo found very interesting and pleasant reading , especially to the Masonic world . "—Barnet Press .

" Calculated to raise tho Order—if that bo possible—in tho estimation of its members , it not of the outer world . "—Trowbridge and North Wilts Advertiser . " Written in a spirited , racy Btyle , and conveying , in as clear a manner as possible , a ' counterfeit presentment' of some of the rulers of the Craft . "Essex Standard .

" Good sensibly written articles . Tho writer pref acos each of his sketches with somo pithy common sense remarks . "—Casliel Gazette . " Cloverly and agreeably sketched , and tho work altogether forms a valuable addition to Masonic literature . "—Jlyde News , " Very amusing , and beyond doubt , faithful portraits of the worthies who unconsciously sat for them . "—Deal , Wahncr ami Sandwich Mercury . " The members of the Craft will take it as an acceptable addition to thoir

b ographical literature . "—Monmouthshire Chronicle . " They are written in a fair and genial tone , thoroughly Masonic . "—Leigh Chronicle . " Should have a very large sale . "—Kingsbridge Gazette . "Theso sketches are drawn with sparkling ability . " —Banffshire Reporter . "We must sincerely congratulate the author on the success of his endeavour to aim at faithful portraiture , while there is an entire absence of what might

give offence to tho most sensitive mind . —Folkestone Express . " A very acceptable contribution to tho history of the Order . The volume has our warmest commendation . "—Kelso Courier . " Drawn with no little humour , and embellished with many a deft stroke of good naturod satire . —Figaro . " Tho inquiring Brother who may wish to know something of the strength and boauty of tho principles of Masonry , will find a pleasure in scanning the characteristic pictures in this book . "—2 'Ae Brighouse News .

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