Mark Masonry In Canada And England.

world ought to set an example of obedience to the law of the country in which they reside ; but when a compact is made , it is not competent for one bod y to draw back or screen itself under a plea that did not arise at the time of the compact , and which affects one of tho bodies over

which they cannot possibly have any control . The legality or otherwise of the Grand Chapter of Quebec is for the Canadian authorities to settle . This uncertainty complicates the matter in dispute , so far as the latter body is concerned , but the present contentions may lead to the clearing

away of the cobwebs of the law , and to a better understanding in the future . The question as it stands must be decided upon tho original terms of understanding , and the prayers of every good Mason should be in behalf of moderate and wise counsels .

Recruiting Candidates.

RECRUITING CANDIDATES .

nHHERE is no principle of Masonry more clearly defined , •*•or better understood by the Craft generally , than that which requires that all who seek admission into this time-honoured institution must come of their own free

will and accord . This regulation has existed from time immemorial , not as a part of the written law of Masonry , but as an invariable rule of action , handed down from one generation to another , which every member should observe in his intercourse with those who are not Masons . The

necessity of this rule is so apparent to every well informed brother that he requires no written law to compel obedience to it . He well knows that every applicant for Masonry must make a solemn declaration , upon his honour , before he can cross the threshold of a Lodge , that he comes

unbiassed by friends and uninfluenced b y mercenary motives . Such a declaration cannot be truthfully made if the candidate has been persuaded to present his petition through the solicitation of any one , and the Mason who asks his friend to send in his petition to a Lodge by that

act compels him to make a false statement , or to answer interrogatories that precede his entrance into the Lodge in such a manner as would debar his admission . No true Mason would desire to place himself in that position

toward his friend , nor could he conscientiously permit him to enter the Lodge after having brought him to the door , knowing that he had not truthfully answered the questions propounded to him in the preparation room .

There may be some ready to inquire in surprise if Masons are ever guilty of violating a rule of so great importance to Masonry . It would hardly seem possible that one could he found who would do so wilfully , and yet there hare been instances in which we have been forced to that conclusion . To decide otherwise would be

giving them credit for a less knowledge of Masonry than they claim for themselves . Only a few days since we were told by a young man in this city that he had been repeatedly solicited to send in his petition . In two instances blank petitions had been placed before him , and

arguments used to obtain his signature . The persons mentioned by him as having presented these petitions are well known Masons , of high standing , who would be unwilling to plead ignorance in matters of Masonic law

and usage . We have cited this case to show that the practice of recruiting candidates is sometimes indulged in by Masons with more zeal than discretion . Other evidence

might be presented , showing that this evil exists to a greater or less extent in quite a number of Lodges . It cannot be too soon suppressed for the good" of Masonry . No Lodge can long pi'osper that has recruiting agents in the field to keep up a supply of work . It may do so for a time

, while it is thus sowing the seeds of discord and contention that will eventually cause it to fall to pieces . Much more might be said upon this subject , but simply

calling attention to it ought to be sufficient to eradicate so apparent an evil . Think of the matter , brethren , and . take heed that no charge of undue solicitation may be ever laid at your door . —Masonic Advocate .

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Holiday Haunts.

HOLIDAY HAUNTS .

— : o : — THE EASTERN COUNTIES .

ONCE upon a titno , within memory of the present generation , the Great Eastern Railway was said to be about tho worstmanaged line in England . A journey to Norwich or Yarmouth was considered quite an undertaking , and as for Cromer , that was only to be approached after a lapse of time aud an expenditure of money and patience , reminding one of tho old coaching days , when haste and

comfort were not so much desired as in these modern times . Norfolk , like some other counties , paid the penalty of rash railway speculations . It was , and still is , too slow for tho times , and but for the now life that has been imparted to the Great Eastern Railway management it would have suffered still more than it has done . It may safely bo averred that the Great Eastern Railway has done more than

anything else to save the Eastern Counties from the full effects of agricultural depression , and in the oases of some towns it has actually saved them from stagnation . This is particularly true of Harwich , and in a great measure of Norwich . This latter city scarcely realises the good improved railway communication has done it , but it is nevertheless a fact , and one for which the citizens should bo grateful .

It was scarcely possible to improve the carrying trade of the railway without opening up now places of interest to the pleasure and health seekers . As commercial centres have prospered , owing to increased facilities of locomotion , so have sea-side resorts grown , until now in number , excellence and variety the East Coast abounds in attractive spots , scarcely equalled and certainly not surpassed on any other

wave-washed shores . Theso assertions are capable of easy proof , and in order to convince our readers we ask them to take tho very excellent map that is attached to the Great Eastern Railway Time Table , which can be had for a penny , and accompany ns as we go from spot to spot , pointing out the numerous places that dot the coast from Hunstanton to Maldon .

At the north-east corner of the Wash , and facing Boston on the Lincolnshire coast opposite , is Hunstanton . This is quite a new foundation , and is fast growing in size and population . It is a very cosey little watering place , quiet , pretty , and moderate in charges . The old village is a mile or two away , and the walks to it , either by the road or along the cliff , are very enjoyable . Sandringham is

close by , and an easy radway journey takes the visitor to Wells , a small sleepy little town , but possessing a history and attraction worth attention . To get to Cromer , the next place on the coast , by rail , the journey must be taken by "Walsingham and Pakenham to Wrexham , thence to charming Cromer , one of the most deli ghtful places in England . Before dwelling upon this gem of the East coast ,

we would direct onr reader s attention to Walsingham , where a stay should be made in order to see the ruins of the Chapel of our Lady of Walsingham , once the most gorgeous and richest votive shrine in the country . Visitors who make the call will thank us for tbe suggestion . Leaving this scene of decayed grandeur and desolate shrines , we will return to Cromer , the way of reaching which we have

indicated . Those , however , who are fond of walking would find the ramble from Wells , through Holkham , the beautiful home aud extensive domain of Lord Leicester , and Walsingham ( a rather long detour ) , to Cromer very interesting . The coast ia somewhat wild , yet not deserted , and the villages that are to be met with are not without tbeir charms . Once at Cromer , all other thoughts , except those of

pleasant scenes , lovely walks and drives , pure bracing air and suntinted sands and waves , should be forgotten . A whole paper might be written about Cromer without exhausting its beauties , and if the Great Eastern Railway had done nothing more than open up this lovely spot they would have deserved well of the public . Leaving Cromer , a railway journey to Brundall , through Acle , will lead to

Yarmouth . Formerly it was necessary to go on to Whitlingham or Norwich before reaching the Yarmouth line , now the junction has been formed at Brundall . The journey is shortened , and the line passes through the very centre of the angler ' s Eldorado ; It brings the river Bare and the Broads abounding in the locality within a new railway service , and thus adds to the advantages of visitors , especially

of the disciples of Izaak Walton . We need not describe Yarmouth . Where are such sands to be found , stretching as they do from tho Harbour mouth , at Gorleston , as far as the eye can reach ? Here Bohemianism is seen in full force , and 'Arry and'Arriett are aa happy as their richer pleasure seekers . There is a decent observance of the laws and courtesies of life , but there is a freedom and a

boisterousness that set Puritanical notions at defiance , and which claim affinity with rude Neptune himself when shaken by wind and storm . It ia only a few miles to Lowestoft , and all is changed to comparative quiet and the decorum of the drawing-room . This Suffolk town is very pretty , nevertheless , and possesses attractions peculiarly its own . Lowestoft is termed the Qneen of the watering places on the

East coast , and certainly the Great Eastern Railway Company have done all in their power to make it worthy of the name . It is a growing place , and a few years hence it will be really worthy of the highsounding name it now bears . As it is , it is a very pleasant resort , and one where those who desire a moderate amount of excitement can be gratified . It is a famous place for a sail , and has the

advantage of communication with Oulton Broad by means of Lake Lothing , The broad is the haunt of yachts , and affords agreeable sailing as well aa good sport to the angler . The walk from Lowestoft to Oulton is very pleasant , but that from Lowestoft to Gorton is still more so . The fern and bracken-clad cliffs , the green denes below , and the splashing sea beyond , form an attractive picture , especially when lighted np by the sun or toned down by the sober light of the

moon . Leaving Lowestoft we plunge deeper into Suffolk and approach some places that had a history aa sea-side resorts , and which had played parts in the drama of life centuries ago . Southwold is a charming little spot , full of green knolls and rich in carvings of the