Masonry Points Ever Upwards.

So , too , in the line of social truth , the progress of knowledge has led to the amelioration of many woes , but there still remains much to be accomplished before ifc can be truly said that this earth is an Edou . " Man ' s inhumanity to

man makes countless thousands mourn , " said the Scottish bard , and it still remains a sad truth . If , then , so much of evil exists , and so much of wrong is worked , is it not the duty of Masonry through its representatives to be up ancl

doing ? If we are able to relieve any of the evils incident to life , and fail to do so , ifc will be evidence that we are behind the spirit of the times , ancl far behind the true spirit of Masonry . It is well to ponder upon the princip le- * of the

Order . We have a rig ht to ask sharp questions and require straightforward answers ; and whenever the Institution is either unable or unwilling to give such answers it will be time to seriously consider its further continuance . We

have no reason for existence beyond those things which were embraced in the purposes of the founders , modified to harmonize with the purest lig ht which advanced thought is able to bestow . Ifc argues poorly for any society when it

falls below the rising tide of progress , ancl ifc will prove no exception to the rule should Masonry ever forget the princip les which hitherto have led it onward in the van of those who work for humanity . It is not enough that we are able

to make a show for the public when , on some occasion like this , we come together to clo a work which will command the attention of the people ; we must always be at work which will tell for good to the needy ancl suffering , whether

that work is done in the " bright sunlight of publicity , or in the quiet and retirement of every-day life . Social truth should have much of thought . Masonry regards no uian merely for his worldly wealth or station , and should care as

little for that applause which is so freely given to those who are willing to make public display . Ifc is unusual now for any year to pass without some great gathering of the members of the Fraternity , at which the parade is the principal

feature , when , with bright banners and long array of marching men , the clamour of many voices mingling with the music of bands , we seek to impress the people with the idea that Masonry is a mighty power in the world . Is this altogether in accordance with that

simplicity which . was the original characteristic and peculiar beauty of Masonry ? Like sweet charity , its deeds are better for the flavour of privacy , and especiall y is this true when we consider that the work whieh enters

so largely into the every-day life of the Order is relief . We are taught that in many things the left hand shonld not , know what the right hand does , but I fear that were the odour of publicity withdrawn many would feel that it

was a sad clay for them . Let us do what we can for humanity , but let us also clo it in that manner which will most surel y win for us the good opinion of the wise and worthy , nofc caring for the applause of the fickle crowd , but rather seeking to merit the approval of conscience .

And here let me bring to your thoughts our first Grand Master , who is not able to be with us to-night , much as he would love to see this consummation of his hopes . The first Grand Master of this jurisdiction , as well as the first

Grand Treasurer of California , he occupies a unique position , and it is with profound sorrow thafc we learn of his long illness . For him we fear the journey of life is almost over , and he but waits for the summons to enter

into rest . In these last hours the love and regard of his brethren have been to him as a sweet incense , the very smell of a field which the Lord hath blessed . But thelono *

life will soon he ended , ancl the scenes which have known him so long will know him no more forever . But , in this moment of sadness , we can say with the poet :

" How full of dread , how full of hope , loomrth iiiev ' fc-iblo death j Of dread , for all have sinned ; of hope , for Ono hath died to save The dread is lost in joy the hope is tilled with imuioi tality . " May his declining days be full of the comfort and

consolation which cometh from above , and when his call shall come may he go to that home on high , "where the wicked cease from troubling and the weaiy are at rest . " You have listened to the solemn service of dedication ,

; mcl have heard the invocations which thus attend the opening of this hall to Masonry ; bat all of theso ceremonials "will have failed of their object if lhey do not influence you , one and all , to the better life .

Masonry points ever upward , and in all its ceremonies the one desire is to lift , up humanity to its true position and hi ghest honour . It id for this reason that we have begun the Masonic uses of this hall to-night , in the way which

Masonry Points Ever Upwards.

directs the hearts of all to tho Creator , and I were untrue to my duty aud untrue to myself did I fail to remind you ihafc ifc is to make you better that you are summoned here . The little band who first organized this Lodge aro almost all departed to that bourne whence no traveller returns , and

the generations who are to follow us must examine our work ancl our life to see whether wo have been true to the high trusts committed to ns , even as to-night we have remembered the work of those who have preceded us , may bo be counted worthy , in tho years to come , of retnem rrance for faithfulness . If this dedication marks new

e solves to noblest ancl purest lives , then humanity is the gainer and the work is truly well done . When the crowning day shall come may all respond to the call of the Master who shall summon his faithful servants to receive the reward of service . May the memory of good

accomplished cheer the soul when the lamp of life burns dimly toward its close , and when already the ear is beginning to catch the mystic whispers which come from the land beyond the river . For the faithful the sounds wafted will be thoso which shall cheer and comfort the

heart , we are assured . And now , my brethren , remember this begins anew your work . Press forward with renewed courage , and let the words of the poet inspire and encourage yo \ i—for "Not on swords and speara

Ia the reliance of the coming years ; Not by the cannon ' s month shall truth proclaim Her mighty mission : not with blood aud flame Inscribe her lessons in the book of timelier strongest weapons shall be words sublime .

Her armies thoughts ; her banners printed sheets * Her captains' voices crying iu the streets : ' The earth is good and bountiful and fair , Her choicest blessings are the destined share Of all her children , who in Ohristly love Wisely combine to work—and look above . ' "

Voice of Masonry .

After the installation of Bro . His Royal Highness the Duke of Connaught as Prov . Graud Master of Sussex , at Brighton , on Tuesday last , a report of which appears in another page , a photograph was taken of the Royal

visitors and many of tho distinguished Grand Officers in a group by Messrs . Russell and Sons , of 199 Bromp ' on-road , South Kensington , photographers to the Queen ancl Royal

Family . We have not yet received a copy of the group , which doubtless many of the brethren will be glad to preserve as a memento of the event , bufc shall be g lad to notice it afc the earliest moment it reaches us from the eminent firm to whom the duty was entrusted .

Amongst the favourite resorts visited during the recent Royal installation at Brighton was the Albrmarle Hotel , which is pleasantly situated , facing the sea and Aquarium . This hotel is on the best part of the Marine Parade , within

a few minutes of the Pier , Theatre , and Steine Enclosure , and also the railway station . The excellence of the appointments and tariff at this admirable establishment

is only equalled by the courtesy and attention displayed by the proprietor , Mr . Alfred Collins , and his staff of assistants .

On the 10 th inst ., the ceremony of installing Bro . Wm . E . Scott , D . L ., as Provincial Grand Master of D-rry and Donegal , was performed by the M . W . G . M . of Ireland , his Grace the Duke of Abereorn , in the Freemasons' Hall , Derry . There was a large assemblage of the members of the Provincial Grand Lodge and many visiting brethren .

The following Festivals were celebrated * i- Freemasons ' favern during the week ending Saturday , 20 th June 188 ( 3 . —

Tuesday—Society of Architects . "Wednesday—Staff College .

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hro . d . swollen glands , ordinary catarrh , and bronchitis , usually prevailing sir , his season , may be arrested as »; on aa discovered , and even- symptim HinisliPii by Ilniioway's simple and effective treatment . This Ointmeut and 'ills are highly commended lor ihe facility with which "Jey sneae sfully tonquor influenza ; they allay in an incredibly short time the distressing fever , ud teasing cough .