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Installation Meetings, &C.
not merely out of compliment to the new Worshipful Master , Bro . J . W . Brigg , one of her Majesty ' s Sub-Inspectors of Schools , but in recognition of the valuable and conscientious labours of his predecessor , Bro . Abrahnm Woodiwiss . The ceremony of installation was admirably rendered by Bros . Woodiwiss and J . Bland , efficiently
acting as Director of Ceremonies . The new Master subsequently invested and appointed his Officers , in the following order : —Bros . Woodiwiss I . P . M ., Severn Taylor S . W ., John Walker J . W ., the Eev Thomas Orrell Chaplain , Whittaker Treasurer , Wright Secretary , Sutherland S . D ., John Jones J . D ., W . Todd D . C ., Forman Organist ,
Tarver I . G ., Ward and Smith Stewards , Day Tyler . In presenting the retiring Master with a handsome jewel in recognition of his services , Bro . Brigg bore testimony to the zeal , geniality , and ability with which Bro . Woodiwiss had discharged the duties of the chair ; and at the banquet ,
subsequently hold iu the large dining-room , Bro . Thomas Gee supplemented these remarks by remarking , amid the cheers of the brethren , that the past year had beon one of the happiest and most prosperous in the history of the Arboretum Lodge . The
banquet was partnkeu of by about a hundred brethren . The proceedings throughout were of a very hearty and enjoyable character , the musical arrangements , nuder the direction of Bro . Todd , being very much appreciated .
ROYAL UNION LODGE , No , 382
rilHE installation meeting of this Lodge was held at the Chequers - « - Hotel , Uxbridge , on Monday , the 19 th instant , undor the presidenoy . of Bro . J . J . Wilson W . M . Lodge was regularly opened and advanced , Bro . Harry Mercer was raised , and Bro . Blackwell and Foyer passed . Bro . James Taplin was introduced as W . M . elect ,
and was . installed in due form by Bro . J . Lousdale P . M . D . C ., the following . brethren being subsequently appointed as tho Officers for the year : —T . Brooks S . W ., A . G . Fleming J . W ., G . Fehrenbach P . M . Treas ., H . W . Nicholson P . M . Sec , Thomas Aitken ( absent ) S . D ., A . Carter J . D ., C . Mead I . G ., Lonsdale P . M . D . C ., H . J . Bragg Org .,
II . Eeed and Martiu Stewards . The remainder of the installation ceremony having been performed in regular order , and other matters << f business disposed of , among them being the reception of the Audit Committee ' s report , and the initiation of Mr . Frederick Ford , of lirentford , a gentleman who was proposed by Bro . Reed , and
seconded by Bro . Hanson . The ceremony on his behalf was performed by the Dewly-installed Worshipful Master , who thus gave early proof of his proficiency in the chair . The ceremonies throughout the day were all well conducted . The Lodge was closed , and the brethren repaired to banquet . It is with great pleasure we
notice the present prosperity of this Lodge , which is the oldest in the Province of Middlesex . It now presents a firm front , and is , perhaps , in a state of greater prosperity than at any time in its history . Some years ago it was composed almost exclusively of London Masons , bnt now it has several local brethren on its roll ,
and is making a name for itself in the district . The balance sheet for the year shows assets amounting to £ 4 18 s 8 d over the liabilities , while there is a surplus of £ 41 17 s 4 d on the Bonevolent Fund account , in the hands of the Treasurer . Much of the present success of the Lodge may be attributed to the exertions
of , nmong others , Bro . William Coombes P . P . G . W . P . M ., and for many years Secretary of the Lodge ; German Fehrenbach P . M . Treasurer , H . W . Nicholson P . M . Secretary , and J . Lonsdale P . M . Among the visitors at Monday ' s installation was Bro . Woodward , the Provincial Grand Secretary , who , in speaking of tho
ruler of the Province said , Sir Francis Burdett was prevented throngh ill-health from being present at their meeting . Although much Detter than he had been , Sir Francis was still too unwell to como aiiong them . He hoped , however , to meet the members of the
Koyal Union Lodgo later in tho year . Bro . Kendal was likewise present as a visitor , as also were Bros . W . W . Morgan , J . I . Cantle , Arthur Thomas , H . W . Schartau , & c . Tho three last named brethreu contributed some excellent songs after the Lodgo banquet .
METHAM LODGE , No . 1205
^ PHE members hold their annual meeting at their Lodge-rooms , -L Stonehouse , on Monday , the 19 th inst . There was a crowded attendance . The W . M . elect , Bro . It . T . Sitters , was installed by B o . W . Kennedy , assisted by Bro . S . Jew P . P . G / T . The Officers invested were : —Bros . Kennedy I . P . M ., Tront S . W ., King J . W ., Eev . T . W . Lemon , M . A ., P . P . G . Chap . Chaplain , Cross P . P . G . T .
Treasurer , Powell Secretary , Dymond S . D ., Lugg J . D ., Perkins aeD . D . C ., Hnxtable A . D . C ., Revill Organist , Perring I . G ., Hughes , Facey , and Blight Stewards , and Gidley Tyler . The Eev . T . W . Lomon presented to tho Lodge a large-sized coloured portrait ,
handsomely framed , of His Eoyal Highness the Priuco of Wales as M . W . G . M ., and a framed photo-lithograph of the late Sir Charles Lomon , Bart ., for ovor twenty years P . G . M . of Cornwall . Both portraits are inscribed : —
" Presented to the Metham Lodge , No . 1205 , by W . Bro . the Rev . T . W . Lemon , M . A ., P . M . and Chaplain 189 ( 70 , 1205 , 2025 Hon . ) P . P . G . U . of Devon , 19 th March 1838 . " Thanks were voted to Bro . Lemon , and directed to be entered on the minutes . Bros . Browning P . P . G . A . D . C . and Hifley P . P . G . A . D . C .
were elected honorary members of tho Lodge , in grateful recognition of their having taken a prominent part in its foundation over t » -enty years since . A vote of thaukp , for his valuable sorvicey , was accorded to Bro . J . E . Poole , on his retiring from the Ledge , and
regret expressod at his thus being prevented from being rewarded with the higher honours in the Lodge , which it was intended to havo conferred upon him had not his private affairs removed him from the neighbourhood . PEMBROKE LODGE , No . 1299 .
T F-IE nnnnal festival in connection with tho above Lodge was wlebratml on the l . Ol . li instant , al , Rawlinsou ' * lluLH , West ,
Installation Meetings, &C.
Derby . Brother T . A . Withoy W . M . opened the Lodge at three o ' clock . Tho W . M .-elect ( Brother S . Hadon Jones ) was presented for installation by Brothers W . S . Vines , aud T . ' A . Withey the retiring W . M ., and tho ceremony of installation was performed by Brother J . J . Eamsay , in an efficient manner . The new W . M .
afterwards invested his Officers for the ensning year , as under : —Bros . Withey I . P . M ., Booth S . W ., Harrison J . W ., Viues Treasurer , Eamsay Secretary , William Pearson S . D ., Leach J . D ., James Oakes I . G ., Jones S . S ., Galloway J . S ., Jones A . S ., and Ramsay D . C . Before the Lodge was closed Bro . Withey was presented with a P . M . ' s jewel and
apron by Bro . S . H . Jones , on behalf of tho Lodge , aud also with a silver salver for Mrs . Withey . A hearty vote of thanks was accorded to Brother Eamsay , the installing master , for his services . Subsequently the Brethren and invited guests dined together , when the usual toasts were proposed .
SIR HUGH MTDDELTON LODGE . No . 1602
A EEGULAE meeting of this Lodge was held on Friday , the 9 th instant , at tho Agricultural Hall , Islington . Bros . Homan W . M ., Heyes S . W ., Dearing J . W ., Weston P . M . Treasurer , Osborn P . M . P . P . G . S . B . Middlesex Secretary , Brown S . D ., Garner J . D ., Wright Organist , Greenfield P . M ., Larter I . P . M ., aud a large number of brethren . Visitors—Bros . Potter P . M ., Boote 1897 , and others .
Lodge having been opened and minutes confirmed , the W . M . proceoded to raise Bros . Miller , Mathewson , Alexander and Smith ; to pass Bros . Wheeler , Hollier , Cates , Boote ( of the Citadel Lodge , by request of its W . M . ) , and after ballot , to initiate Mr . Obadiah F . Wigley , the whole of the ceremonies being most ably performed by
the W . M ., who is an acknowledged proficient in his studies . The death of Bro . Poulton h . iving been announced , Bro . Greeufield moved , and Bro . Larter seconded , that a vote of sympathy bo passed , and forwarded to his widow ; this was carried unanimously , it being also arranged that the votes of tho Lodge and members now pledged
to the widow of Bro . Somers . bo on a fntnro occasion given for tho benefit of Bro . Poultou's children . The election of W . M . for the ensuing twelve mouths win thou proceeded with , and what cannot be termed other than an exciting contest took place between the supporters of the S . W . and J . W . Bro . Heyes S . W . was
ultimately elected , he having kindly given place to the W . M . of the present year on the understanding that ha was to be elected this time . Bro . Heyes , in returning thanks , expressed his surprise that a contest should have taken place , for no reason , but at the same time intimated that he would endoavour to do his duty as W . M .
Bro . Weston was unanimously elected Treasurer and Bro . Thomas Tyler . Auditors were appointed , and a vote passed , with evident satisfaction to all the members , that a jewel of the value of ten guineas be presented to Bro . Homan for his valuable services . Lodge was closed , and the meeting adjourned until the second Friday
in May . The brethren then partook of a plain repast , and after the usual toasts , Bro . Mark Kinghorne sang " The Toilers , " with marked effect , and Bro . Smith gavo a recitation . The brethren
separated at an early hour . Bro . Willie Wright presided at the organ and pianoforte . During the evening Bro . Greenfield intimated his intention to represent the Lodge at the next Festival ( Centonary ) of the Girls' Institution .
VERNON LODGE . No . 1802
rpHE annual installation ' was held on Monday , 12 th inst ., at -i- Eetford , when there were several visitors from Doncaster , Worksop , North Lincolnshire , and London . Bro . W . G . Morton was installed W . M ., the ceremony being Derformed by the Eev , O . C .
Cockrem , M . A ., LL . D ., Past Provincial Grand Chaplaiu . The Officers appointed wore Bros . E . B . E . Os < le S . W ., J . Walker S . D ., E . Pigofct J . D ., J . A . H . Hirst Treasurer , W . J . Lazoiiby Secretary , P . Tomliuson I . G .
WALLINGTON LODGE . No . 1892
r PHERE was a full attendance of tho members of this Lodge on J- Thursday , the 15 th instant , at the Public Hall , Carshaltou , to witness the installation of the Worshipful Master for the ensuing twelve months . Bro . Francis Carter , tho W . M ., presided , and was supported by Bros . Frederick West D . P . G . M . Surrey , Alfred Bishop I . P . M ., tho Rev . Lord Victor A . Seymour ( Rector of Carshalton )
Chaplain , W . Russell Crowo P . M ., H . D . Aslett , Alfred W . Bulow , J . A . Taylor , H . E . Vickers , F . A . Norton , A . Bannister , A . H . Salter , John Kilvington , E . Crutchloe , P . Hine , Hanson , H . H . Do . vlo , It . H . Ward , J . M . Coates , Jas . Andrews , W . Harwood , J . Edwards , J . Rewcastle , W . W . Manley , W . Bassett , W . Harwood
and William Pile P . M . Secretary . The Lodge being duly opened , tho minutes of the last meeting wero read and confirmed . The Lodge was then advanced , and Bro . George W . Filmer was regularly iusUlled in the chair , of King Solomon . Tho ceremony of installation was performed by Bro . Francis Carter in a most impressivo
manner , Bro . Baldwin P . G . D . acting as Director of Ceremonies . Tho service was fnlly choral , Bro . J . Rewcastle presiding afc tho organ . The Officers for the year were then appointed , the collars being distributed as follow : —Bros . Carter I . P . M ., Aslett S . W ., Taylor J . W ., the Rev . Lord Victor A . . Seymour Chaplaiu , Crowe
P . M . Treasurer , William Pila P . G . S . B . P . M . Secretary , Norton S . D ., Edwards J . D ., Ward I . G ., Rewcastle O .- . ¦<•¦ , Harwardand Manley Stewards , and Rowley Tyler . The firsuuuoy of tho new Master was to perform tho ceremony of passing Bro . J . H . Marsh ; this having been satisfactorily accomplished , he next proceeded to present his
predecessor with a Past Master ' s jewel , a 3 a mark of the esteem of the brethren on tho completion of his year of office . In nuikiu " the presentation tho Worshipful Master said he trusted that whan
Bro . Carter wore the jewel he would remember his pleasant term of office ; he had fulfilled tho duties to the eutire satisfaction of the Lodge . Bro . Carter having suitably replied , the Secretary reported that a poor hrothor wailed without , and solicited assistance : h * was
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Installation Meetings, &C.
not merely out of compliment to the new Worshipful Master , Bro . J . W . Brigg , one of her Majesty ' s Sub-Inspectors of Schools , but in recognition of the valuable and conscientious labours of his predecessor , Bro . Abrahnm Woodiwiss . The ceremony of installation was admirably rendered by Bros . Woodiwiss and J . Bland , efficiently
acting as Director of Ceremonies . The new Master subsequently invested and appointed his Officers , in the following order : —Bros . Woodiwiss I . P . M ., Severn Taylor S . W ., John Walker J . W ., the Eev Thomas Orrell Chaplain , Whittaker Treasurer , Wright Secretary , Sutherland S . D ., John Jones J . D ., W . Todd D . C ., Forman Organist ,
Tarver I . G ., Ward and Smith Stewards , Day Tyler . In presenting the retiring Master with a handsome jewel in recognition of his services , Bro . Brigg bore testimony to the zeal , geniality , and ability with which Bro . Woodiwiss had discharged the duties of the chair ; and at the banquet ,
subsequently hold iu the large dining-room , Bro . Thomas Gee supplemented these remarks by remarking , amid the cheers of the brethren , that the past year had beon one of the happiest and most prosperous in the history of the Arboretum Lodge . The
banquet was partnkeu of by about a hundred brethren . The proceedings throughout were of a very hearty and enjoyable character , the musical arrangements , nuder the direction of Bro . Todd , being very much appreciated .
ROYAL UNION LODGE , No , 382
rilHE installation meeting of this Lodge was held at the Chequers - « - Hotel , Uxbridge , on Monday , the 19 th instant , undor the presidenoy . of Bro . J . J . Wilson W . M . Lodge was regularly opened and advanced , Bro . Harry Mercer was raised , and Bro . Blackwell and Foyer passed . Bro . James Taplin was introduced as W . M . elect ,
and was . installed in due form by Bro . J . Lousdale P . M . D . C ., the following . brethren being subsequently appointed as tho Officers for the year : —T . Brooks S . W ., A . G . Fleming J . W ., G . Fehrenbach P . M . Treas ., H . W . Nicholson P . M . Sec , Thomas Aitken ( absent ) S . D ., A . Carter J . D ., C . Mead I . G ., Lonsdale P . M . D . C ., H . J . Bragg Org .,
II . Eeed and Martiu Stewards . The remainder of the installation ceremony having been performed in regular order , and other matters << f business disposed of , among them being the reception of the Audit Committee ' s report , and the initiation of Mr . Frederick Ford , of lirentford , a gentleman who was proposed by Bro . Reed , and
seconded by Bro . Hanson . The ceremony on his behalf was performed by the Dewly-installed Worshipful Master , who thus gave early proof of his proficiency in the chair . The ceremonies throughout the day were all well conducted . The Lodge was closed , and the brethren repaired to banquet . It is with great pleasure we
notice the present prosperity of this Lodge , which is the oldest in the Province of Middlesex . It now presents a firm front , and is , perhaps , in a state of greater prosperity than at any time in its history . Some years ago it was composed almost exclusively of London Masons , bnt now it has several local brethren on its roll ,
and is making a name for itself in the district . The balance sheet for the year shows assets amounting to £ 4 18 s 8 d over the liabilities , while there is a surplus of £ 41 17 s 4 d on the Bonevolent Fund account , in the hands of the Treasurer . Much of the present success of the Lodge may be attributed to the exertions
of , nmong others , Bro . William Coombes P . P . G . W . P . M ., and for many years Secretary of the Lodge ; German Fehrenbach P . M . Treasurer , H . W . Nicholson P . M . Secretary , and J . Lonsdale P . M . Among the visitors at Monday ' s installation was Bro . Woodward , the Provincial Grand Secretary , who , in speaking of tho
ruler of the Province said , Sir Francis Burdett was prevented throngh ill-health from being present at their meeting . Although much Detter than he had been , Sir Francis was still too unwell to como aiiong them . He hoped , however , to meet the members of the
Koyal Union Lodgo later in tho year . Bro . Kendal was likewise present as a visitor , as also were Bros . W . W . Morgan , J . I . Cantle , Arthur Thomas , H . W . Schartau , & c . Tho three last named brethreu contributed some excellent songs after the Lodgo banquet .
METHAM LODGE , No . 1205
^ PHE members hold their annual meeting at their Lodge-rooms , -L Stonehouse , on Monday , the 19 th inst . There was a crowded attendance . The W . M . elect , Bro . It . T . Sitters , was installed by B o . W . Kennedy , assisted by Bro . S . Jew P . P . G / T . The Officers invested were : —Bros . Kennedy I . P . M ., Tront S . W ., King J . W ., Eev . T . W . Lemon , M . A ., P . P . G . Chap . Chaplain , Cross P . P . G . T .
Treasurer , Powell Secretary , Dymond S . D ., Lugg J . D ., Perkins aeD . D . C ., Hnxtable A . D . C ., Revill Organist , Perring I . G ., Hughes , Facey , and Blight Stewards , and Gidley Tyler . The Eev . T . W . Lomon presented to tho Lodge a large-sized coloured portrait ,
handsomely framed , of His Eoyal Highness the Priuco of Wales as M . W . G . M ., and a framed photo-lithograph of the late Sir Charles Lomon , Bart ., for ovor twenty years P . G . M . of Cornwall . Both portraits are inscribed : —
" Presented to the Metham Lodge , No . 1205 , by W . Bro . the Rev . T . W . Lemon , M . A ., P . M . and Chaplain 189 ( 70 , 1205 , 2025 Hon . ) P . P . G . U . of Devon , 19 th March 1838 . " Thanks were voted to Bro . Lemon , and directed to be entered on the minutes . Bros . Browning P . P . G . A . D . C . and Hifley P . P . G . A . D . C .
were elected honorary members of tho Lodge , in grateful recognition of their having taken a prominent part in its foundation over t » -enty years since . A vote of thaukp , for his valuable sorvicey , was accorded to Bro . J . E . Poole , on his retiring from the Ledge , and
regret expressod at his thus being prevented from being rewarded with the higher honours in the Lodge , which it was intended to havo conferred upon him had not his private affairs removed him from the neighbourhood . PEMBROKE LODGE , No . 1299 .
T F-IE nnnnal festival in connection with tho above Lodge was wlebratml on the l . Ol . li instant , al , Rawlinsou ' * lluLH , West ,
Installation Meetings, &C.
Derby . Brother T . A . Withoy W . M . opened the Lodge at three o ' clock . Tho W . M .-elect ( Brother S . Hadon Jones ) was presented for installation by Brothers W . S . Vines , aud T . ' A . Withey the retiring W . M ., and tho ceremony of installation was performed by Brother J . J . Eamsay , in an efficient manner . The new W . M .
afterwards invested his Officers for the ensning year , as under : —Bros . Withey I . P . M ., Booth S . W ., Harrison J . W ., Viues Treasurer , Eamsay Secretary , William Pearson S . D ., Leach J . D ., James Oakes I . G ., Jones S . S ., Galloway J . S ., Jones A . S ., and Ramsay D . C . Before the Lodge was closed Bro . Withey was presented with a P . M . ' s jewel and
apron by Bro . S . H . Jones , on behalf of tho Lodge , aud also with a silver salver for Mrs . Withey . A hearty vote of thanks was accorded to Brother Eamsay , the installing master , for his services . Subsequently the Brethren and invited guests dined together , when the usual toasts were proposed .
SIR HUGH MTDDELTON LODGE . No . 1602
A EEGULAE meeting of this Lodge was held on Friday , the 9 th instant , at tho Agricultural Hall , Islington . Bros . Homan W . M ., Heyes S . W ., Dearing J . W ., Weston P . M . Treasurer , Osborn P . M . P . P . G . S . B . Middlesex Secretary , Brown S . D ., Garner J . D ., Wright Organist , Greenfield P . M ., Larter I . P . M ., aud a large number of brethren . Visitors—Bros . Potter P . M ., Boote 1897 , and others .
Lodge having been opened and minutes confirmed , the W . M . proceoded to raise Bros . Miller , Mathewson , Alexander and Smith ; to pass Bros . Wheeler , Hollier , Cates , Boote ( of the Citadel Lodge , by request of its W . M . ) , and after ballot , to initiate Mr . Obadiah F . Wigley , the whole of the ceremonies being most ably performed by
the W . M ., who is an acknowledged proficient in his studies . The death of Bro . Poulton h . iving been announced , Bro . Greeufield moved , and Bro . Larter seconded , that a vote of sympathy bo passed , and forwarded to his widow ; this was carried unanimously , it being also arranged that the votes of tho Lodge and members now pledged
to the widow of Bro . Somers . bo on a fntnro occasion given for tho benefit of Bro . Poultou's children . The election of W . M . for the ensuing twelve mouths win thou proceeded with , and what cannot be termed other than an exciting contest took place between the supporters of the S . W . and J . W . Bro . Heyes S . W . was
ultimately elected , he having kindly given place to the W . M . of the present year on the understanding that ha was to be elected this time . Bro . Heyes , in returning thanks , expressed his surprise that a contest should have taken place , for no reason , but at the same time intimated that he would endoavour to do his duty as W . M .
Bro . Weston was unanimously elected Treasurer and Bro . Thomas Tyler . Auditors were appointed , and a vote passed , with evident satisfaction to all the members , that a jewel of the value of ten guineas be presented to Bro . Homan for his valuable services . Lodge was closed , and the meeting adjourned until the second Friday
in May . The brethren then partook of a plain repast , and after the usual toasts , Bro . Mark Kinghorne sang " The Toilers , " with marked effect , and Bro . Smith gavo a recitation . The brethren
separated at an early hour . Bro . Willie Wright presided at the organ and pianoforte . During the evening Bro . Greenfield intimated his intention to represent the Lodge at the next Festival ( Centonary ) of the Girls' Institution .
VERNON LODGE . No . 1802
rpHE annual installation ' was held on Monday , 12 th inst ., at -i- Eetford , when there were several visitors from Doncaster , Worksop , North Lincolnshire , and London . Bro . W . G . Morton was installed W . M ., the ceremony being Derformed by the Eev , O . C .
Cockrem , M . A ., LL . D ., Past Provincial Grand Chaplaiu . The Officers appointed wore Bros . E . B . E . Os < le S . W ., J . Walker S . D ., E . Pigofct J . D ., J . A . H . Hirst Treasurer , W . J . Lazoiiby Secretary , P . Tomliuson I . G .
WALLINGTON LODGE . No . 1892
r PHERE was a full attendance of tho members of this Lodge on J- Thursday , the 15 th instant , at the Public Hall , Carshaltou , to witness the installation of the Worshipful Master for the ensuing twelve months . Bro . Francis Carter , tho W . M ., presided , and was supported by Bros . Frederick West D . P . G . M . Surrey , Alfred Bishop I . P . M ., tho Rev . Lord Victor A . Seymour ( Rector of Carshalton )
Chaplain , W . Russell Crowo P . M ., H . D . Aslett , Alfred W . Bulow , J . A . Taylor , H . E . Vickers , F . A . Norton , A . Bannister , A . H . Salter , John Kilvington , E . Crutchloe , P . Hine , Hanson , H . H . Do . vlo , It . H . Ward , J . M . Coates , Jas . Andrews , W . Harwood , J . Edwards , J . Rewcastle , W . W . Manley , W . Bassett , W . Harwood
and William Pile P . M . Secretary . The Lodge being duly opened , tho minutes of the last meeting wero read and confirmed . The Lodge was then advanced , and Bro . George W . Filmer was regularly iusUlled in the chair , of King Solomon . Tho ceremony of installation was performed by Bro . Francis Carter in a most impressivo
manner , Bro . Baldwin P . G . D . acting as Director of Ceremonies . Tho service was fnlly choral , Bro . J . Rewcastle presiding afc tho organ . The Officers for the year were then appointed , the collars being distributed as follow : —Bros . Carter I . P . M ., Aslett S . W ., Taylor J . W ., the Rev . Lord Victor A . . Seymour Chaplaiu , Crowe
P . M . Treasurer , William Pila P . G . S . B . P . M . Secretary , Norton S . D ., Edwards J . D ., Ward I . G ., Rewcastle O .- . ¦<•¦ , Harwardand Manley Stewards , and Rowley Tyler . The firsuuuoy of tho new Master was to perform tho ceremony of passing Bro . J . H . Marsh ; this having been satisfactorily accomplished , he next proceeded to present his
predecessor with a Past Master ' s jewel , a 3 a mark of the esteem of the brethren on tho completion of his year of office . In nuikiu " the presentation tho Worshipful Master said he trusted that whan
Bro . Carter wore the jewel he would remember his pleasant term of office ; he had fulfilled tho duties to the eutire satisfaction of the Lodge . Bro . Carter having suitably replied , the Secretary reported that a poor hrothor wailed without , and solicited assistance : h * was