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New Hall At Bombay.
English and Scotch Constitutions , and ib is your Excellency who laid the foundation , and presides at the completion this day of the long-wished-for home for the Fraternity . On behalf of the entire Masonic community the Committee , constituted as it is of members belonging to both the Grand Lodges , desire on this occasion to express their heartfelt gratitude for the
deep interest your Excellency has taken in all that pertains to the good of the Fraternity . The Committee cannot allow this occasion to pass without an expression of their regret that two worthy Masons , Bros . Freeborn and Sorabjee N . Cooper , have passed away , who , being appointed along with Wor . Bros . W . C . Bowe , T . Counsell , K . B . Kama , aud D . B . Chichgar members of the
first Sub-Committee by both the Constitutions , happily brought about so far back as 1877 the union of the English and Scotch Constitutions under one roof , and they feel that the surviving members of that Committee , and particularly Wor . Bro . D . R . Chichgar , who , as the Honorary Secretary of the Hall , has
zealously worked for twenty-two years to the satisfaction of both the Constitutions , will feel particular gratification in the completion of the long-wished-for Masonic Hall for the joint use . of the bodies under the English and Scotch Constitutions , and in its opening to-day by the hand of your Excellency , who has graciously undertaken the offices of Graud Master of A . S . F . in I . and District
Grand Master Bombay . In conclusion Bro . Brown said that now that tbe duties of the Joint Hall Committee , so far as that body was coucerned , would entirely cease , and the new building would pass into the hands of Trustees and other organisation for its use , he might be permitted to say that they had received fraternal good wishes from various bodies which were unable to be present that day .
He had the pleasing duty to bring to the notice of the Grand Lodge the signal services rendered by Bro . Darashah B . Chichgar , Honorary Secretary of the Joint Hall Committee , to the Craft , and he was sure all present would agree with him that if it were not for the valuable assistance and zeal and energy displayed by that Brother , the work of the construction of the new Hall would scarcely have been finished in time . The main success was due to the self-devoted labours of Mr . Chichgar .
Mr . J . Campbell , the architect of the building , addressing the Grand Master , said : —Having been entrusted with the superintendence of the work during the erection of this edifice , and having performed the duties to the best of my knowledge and skill , I beg leave to surrender into your hands the plans which were committed to my care when the foundation-stone of this fabric was levelled , humbly hoping that my exertions will receive the reward of your approbation .
H . E . Lord Sandhurst , who was received with cheers , then addressed the assembly . The ceremony of dedication and consecration was carried out by the Grand Master , assisted by Grand Lodge Officers . The ceremony was of an impressive character , and its beauty was much euhanced by the assistance of an able choir under the direction of Bro . B . N . Mant , who presided at the harmonium .
Bro . I . M . Shields Deputy District Grand Master , addressing the Grand Master , said : —The ceremony of consecration being finished , there is now another item which is not on the programme . A great deal has been said this evening about the energy displayed and the trouble taken and the success achieved by Bro . Darashah Chichgar . A large number of the Brethren
thought thab on an occasion like this , at the inauguration of this beautiful Hall , with which he has had so much to do , and which in fact would not have been finished so soon , they should in some limited measure show their mark of appreciation and the respect and esteem in which he is held by them , and open a subscription ,
limiting it only to one rupee each , which is not after all a heavy tax on the Brethren . The subscription was raised under the auspices of Mr . K . B . Kama and Mr . 0 . D . Furdoonjee , and bhe result was this magnificent vase and cup , which I have the pleasure to ask the Grand Master to present to Mr . Darashah Chichgar on behalf of and in the name of the two Constitutions .
Bro . C . D . Furdoonjee having presented Bro . Chichgar to the Grand Master , the latter said : —It affords me great pleasure , Bro . Darashah Chichgar , to hand you this silver bowl and cup . Small as this gift is , you must not think that it is the limit of our appreciation of your long and valuable services to the Craft and to your good qualities .
Bro . Darashah B . Chichgar , who was accorded a warm reception , in reply , said that the token of their kind appreciation of his humble services came upon him as a surprise . In the fullness of his heart his mouth denied him the pleasure of giving vent to his innermost feelings .. He considered that heart was speaking to heart that night , and it would be a want of sincerity
on his part if he failed to acknowledge the proud satisfaction be felt at the bestowal of a gift which he need scarcely say he valued and appreciated so much . Much seemed to have been made of bis humble services to the Craft , and with regard to that he might observe that when a gentleman occupying the high and responsible position of the Governor of Bombay , who had always his hands
New Hall At Bombay.
rail , undertook the hard and onerous duties of the Grand Master of the two Constitutions , which he discharged to the entire satisfaction of the Craft , he furnished an example to be profitably imitated by those who had the pleasure and privilege of working under him in the two Grand Lodges . The Loving Cup , which was presented to him , would stimulate his love to the Craft . He
deeply appreciated and gratefully accepted the present , but it was his earnest wish and desire that both the bowl and the cup might be kept for use in the Hall . In conclusion , he thanked H . E . Lord Sandhurst for making the presentation , and the Brethren for subscribing to the gift , and also the numerous donors , especially the Petit family , who responded to his request and contributed so generously towards the cost of constructing the new Hall . The two Grand Lodges were then duly closed , and the proceedings terminated at about 8 * 30 p . m . — " Times of India . "
Promulgate Masonic Principles.
PROMULGATE MASONIC PRINCIPLES .
THE sublime principles of Freemasonry promulgate one pure , living , lasting sentiment— " The fatherhood of God and the Brotherhood of man . " These dual relations are inseparable . We cannot accept the one and reject the other ; in the full enjoyment of either we are perfect in both . In God is our trust , and we who have made that solemn avowal should set a guard upon
our lips , that the sacred name be never taken in vain . The Great Light upon our holy altar is the sheet anchor of our faith . Its precepts should be our guide , and its solemn injunctions should govern us . Freemasons should be ever mindful of the words which fell from the lips of Him who spake as never man spake :
" A new commandment give I unto you that ye love one another . " Charity , which is the great central thought of a Mason ' s creed , in its truest interpretation , is Love , and without it a Freemason ' s most earnest professions would be as sounding brass and a tinkling cymbal . Masons are teachers , for upon them devolves
the duty of giving instruction to the Craft . They should attend Lodge with an abiding purpose to inculcate in the minds of the Brebhren a sbricb adherence to the tenets of Freemasonry , and to inspire their hearts with true devotion to the pure principles propagated in its symbolic lore . — " Masonic Sun . "
The Theatres, &C.
The Theatres , & c .
Adelphi . —8 , A Kiss in the Dark . 8 * 30 , The Man in tho Iron Mask . Matinee , Saturday , 2-30 . Avenue . —8-15 , The Bift within the Lute . 8 * 50 , The Cuckoo . Matinee , Wednesday and Saturday , 3 . Comedy . —8 , Great Cresar . Court . —8 * 15 , Eor Love o £ Prim . 9 , A Court Scandal . Covent Garden . —Monday , 8 th May , Grand Opera Season .
Criterion . —8-20 , Tho Tyranny o £ Tears . Macinoe , Wednesday and Saturday , 2-30 . Daly ' s . —8-15 , A Greek Slave . Matinee , Saturday , 2-30 . Duke of York ' s . —8 , Chums . 845 , The Adventure of Lady Ursula . Matinee , Wednesday and Saturday , 2-30 . Gaiety . —8-15 , A Runaway Girl . Matinee , Saturday , 2 . Garrick . —8 , Change Alley . Matinee , Wednesday .
Globe . —8 , The Gay Lord Quex . Matinee , Saturday , 2 . Haymarket . —8-10 , A Golden Wedding . 9 , The Manoauvres of Jane . Matinee , Wednesday and Saturday , 2-15 . Her Majesty ' s—8-30 , Oarnac Sahib . Matinee , Wednesday , 2-30 . Lyceum . —8 , Robespierre . Matinee , Saturday , 2 . Lyric . —8 , L ' amour Mouille . Matinee , Thursday , 2-30 . Opera Comique . —8-15 , A Good Time . Matinee , Saturday , 2 . 30 . * Prince of Wales ' s . —8 * 15 , The Only Way . Matinee , Thursday and Saturday ,
2 . 15 . Princess ' s . —7 * 45 , Woman and Wine . Matinee , Wednesday , 2 . Royalty . —8 * 15 , Mr . Cynic . 9 , A Little Bay of Sunshine . Matinee , Wednesday and Saturday , 3 . Savoy . — 8-15 , The Lucky Star . Matinee , Saturday , 2-30 . Shaftesbury . —8 , The Belle of New York . Matinee , Wednesday and Saturday , 2 .
St . James ' s . —8-15 , In Days of Old . Matinee , Wednesday and Saturday , 2-30 . Strand . —Monday , 1 st May , Why Smith Left Home . Terry ' s . —8 * 30 , Sweet Lavender . Matinee , Thursday and Saturday , 2-30 . Vaudeville . —8 , A Woman ' s Love . 9 , On and Off . Matinee , Wednesday and Saturday , 3 . Alexandra . —Next week , Charley's Aunt .
Dalston . —7 * 45 , The Leap for Life . Grand . —7-30 , The Elder Miss Blossom . Queen ' s Opera House , Crouch End . —Next week , On the Continong . Alhambra . —7 . 45 , Variety Entertainment . Jack Ashore , Bed Shoes , & c . Aquarium . —The World ' s Great Show . The Great Fight . Varied Performances , & c , twice daily . Empire . —7-50 , Variety Entertainment . New Ballet , Alaska , & c .
London Pavilion . —8 , Variety Entertainment . Oxford . — 7 30 , Variety Entertainment . On theBoois . Saturday , 2-30 also . Palace . —7 * 45 , Variety Entertainment . Nov . - American Biograph , & c . Saturday , 2 also . Royal . —7 * 30 , Variety Company . Saturday , 2-30 also .
Tivoli . —7-30 , Variety Entertainment . Saturday , 2-15 also . Alexandra Palace . —Varied attractions daily . Crystal Palace . —Varied attractions daily . Egyptian Hall . —3 and 8 , Mr . J . N . Maskelyne ' s entertainment . Madame Tussaud ' s ( Baker Street Station ) . —Open daily . Portrait models of modern celebrities , & c .
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New Hall At Bombay.
English and Scotch Constitutions , and ib is your Excellency who laid the foundation , and presides at the completion this day of the long-wished-for home for the Fraternity . On behalf of the entire Masonic community the Committee , constituted as it is of members belonging to both the Grand Lodges , desire on this occasion to express their heartfelt gratitude for the
deep interest your Excellency has taken in all that pertains to the good of the Fraternity . The Committee cannot allow this occasion to pass without an expression of their regret that two worthy Masons , Bros . Freeborn and Sorabjee N . Cooper , have passed away , who , being appointed along with Wor . Bros . W . C . Bowe , T . Counsell , K . B . Kama , aud D . B . Chichgar members of the
first Sub-Committee by both the Constitutions , happily brought about so far back as 1877 the union of the English and Scotch Constitutions under one roof , and they feel that the surviving members of that Committee , and particularly Wor . Bro . D . R . Chichgar , who , as the Honorary Secretary of the Hall , has
zealously worked for twenty-two years to the satisfaction of both the Constitutions , will feel particular gratification in the completion of the long-wished-for Masonic Hall for the joint use . of the bodies under the English and Scotch Constitutions , and in its opening to-day by the hand of your Excellency , who has graciously undertaken the offices of Graud Master of A . S . F . in I . and District
Grand Master Bombay . In conclusion Bro . Brown said that now that tbe duties of the Joint Hall Committee , so far as that body was coucerned , would entirely cease , and the new building would pass into the hands of Trustees and other organisation for its use , he might be permitted to say that they had received fraternal good wishes from various bodies which were unable to be present that day .
He had the pleasing duty to bring to the notice of the Grand Lodge the signal services rendered by Bro . Darashah B . Chichgar , Honorary Secretary of the Joint Hall Committee , to the Craft , and he was sure all present would agree with him that if it were not for the valuable assistance and zeal and energy displayed by that Brother , the work of the construction of the new Hall would scarcely have been finished in time . The main success was due to the self-devoted labours of Mr . Chichgar .
Mr . J . Campbell , the architect of the building , addressing the Grand Master , said : —Having been entrusted with the superintendence of the work during the erection of this edifice , and having performed the duties to the best of my knowledge and skill , I beg leave to surrender into your hands the plans which were committed to my care when the foundation-stone of this fabric was levelled , humbly hoping that my exertions will receive the reward of your approbation .
H . E . Lord Sandhurst , who was received with cheers , then addressed the assembly . The ceremony of dedication and consecration was carried out by the Grand Master , assisted by Grand Lodge Officers . The ceremony was of an impressive character , and its beauty was much euhanced by the assistance of an able choir under the direction of Bro . B . N . Mant , who presided at the harmonium .
Bro . I . M . Shields Deputy District Grand Master , addressing the Grand Master , said : —The ceremony of consecration being finished , there is now another item which is not on the programme . A great deal has been said this evening about the energy displayed and the trouble taken and the success achieved by Bro . Darashah Chichgar . A large number of the Brethren
thought thab on an occasion like this , at the inauguration of this beautiful Hall , with which he has had so much to do , and which in fact would not have been finished so soon , they should in some limited measure show their mark of appreciation and the respect and esteem in which he is held by them , and open a subscription ,
limiting it only to one rupee each , which is not after all a heavy tax on the Brethren . The subscription was raised under the auspices of Mr . K . B . Kama and Mr . 0 . D . Furdoonjee , and bhe result was this magnificent vase and cup , which I have the pleasure to ask the Grand Master to present to Mr . Darashah Chichgar on behalf of and in the name of the two Constitutions .
Bro . C . D . Furdoonjee having presented Bro . Chichgar to the Grand Master , the latter said : —It affords me great pleasure , Bro . Darashah Chichgar , to hand you this silver bowl and cup . Small as this gift is , you must not think that it is the limit of our appreciation of your long and valuable services to the Craft and to your good qualities .
Bro . Darashah B . Chichgar , who was accorded a warm reception , in reply , said that the token of their kind appreciation of his humble services came upon him as a surprise . In the fullness of his heart his mouth denied him the pleasure of giving vent to his innermost feelings .. He considered that heart was speaking to heart that night , and it would be a want of sincerity
on his part if he failed to acknowledge the proud satisfaction be felt at the bestowal of a gift which he need scarcely say he valued and appreciated so much . Much seemed to have been made of bis humble services to the Craft , and with regard to that he might observe that when a gentleman occupying the high and responsible position of the Governor of Bombay , who had always his hands
New Hall At Bombay.
rail , undertook the hard and onerous duties of the Grand Master of the two Constitutions , which he discharged to the entire satisfaction of the Craft , he furnished an example to be profitably imitated by those who had the pleasure and privilege of working under him in the two Grand Lodges . The Loving Cup , which was presented to him , would stimulate his love to the Craft . He
deeply appreciated and gratefully accepted the present , but it was his earnest wish and desire that both the bowl and the cup might be kept for use in the Hall . In conclusion , he thanked H . E . Lord Sandhurst for making the presentation , and the Brethren for subscribing to the gift , and also the numerous donors , especially the Petit family , who responded to his request and contributed so generously towards the cost of constructing the new Hall . The two Grand Lodges were then duly closed , and the proceedings terminated at about 8 * 30 p . m . — " Times of India . "
Promulgate Masonic Principles.
PROMULGATE MASONIC PRINCIPLES .
THE sublime principles of Freemasonry promulgate one pure , living , lasting sentiment— " The fatherhood of God and the Brotherhood of man . " These dual relations are inseparable . We cannot accept the one and reject the other ; in the full enjoyment of either we are perfect in both . In God is our trust , and we who have made that solemn avowal should set a guard upon
our lips , that the sacred name be never taken in vain . The Great Light upon our holy altar is the sheet anchor of our faith . Its precepts should be our guide , and its solemn injunctions should govern us . Freemasons should be ever mindful of the words which fell from the lips of Him who spake as never man spake :
" A new commandment give I unto you that ye love one another . " Charity , which is the great central thought of a Mason ' s creed , in its truest interpretation , is Love , and without it a Freemason ' s most earnest professions would be as sounding brass and a tinkling cymbal . Masons are teachers , for upon them devolves
the duty of giving instruction to the Craft . They should attend Lodge with an abiding purpose to inculcate in the minds of the Brebhren a sbricb adherence to the tenets of Freemasonry , and to inspire their hearts with true devotion to the pure principles propagated in its symbolic lore . — " Masonic Sun . "
The Theatres, &C.
The Theatres , & c .
Adelphi . —8 , A Kiss in the Dark . 8 * 30 , The Man in tho Iron Mask . Matinee , Saturday , 2-30 . Avenue . —8-15 , The Bift within the Lute . 8 * 50 , The Cuckoo . Matinee , Wednesday and Saturday , 3 . Comedy . —8 , Great Cresar . Court . —8 * 15 , Eor Love o £ Prim . 9 , A Court Scandal . Covent Garden . —Monday , 8 th May , Grand Opera Season .
Criterion . —8-20 , Tho Tyranny o £ Tears . Macinoe , Wednesday and Saturday , 2-30 . Daly ' s . —8-15 , A Greek Slave . Matinee , Saturday , 2-30 . Duke of York ' s . —8 , Chums . 845 , The Adventure of Lady Ursula . Matinee , Wednesday and Saturday , 2-30 . Gaiety . —8-15 , A Runaway Girl . Matinee , Saturday , 2 . Garrick . —8 , Change Alley . Matinee , Wednesday .
Globe . —8 , The Gay Lord Quex . Matinee , Saturday , 2 . Haymarket . —8-10 , A Golden Wedding . 9 , The Manoauvres of Jane . Matinee , Wednesday and Saturday , 2-15 . Her Majesty ' s—8-30 , Oarnac Sahib . Matinee , Wednesday , 2-30 . Lyceum . —8 , Robespierre . Matinee , Saturday , 2 . Lyric . —8 , L ' amour Mouille . Matinee , Thursday , 2-30 . Opera Comique . —8-15 , A Good Time . Matinee , Saturday , 2 . 30 . * Prince of Wales ' s . —8 * 15 , The Only Way . Matinee , Thursday and Saturday ,
2 . 15 . Princess ' s . —7 * 45 , Woman and Wine . Matinee , Wednesday , 2 . Royalty . —8 * 15 , Mr . Cynic . 9 , A Little Bay of Sunshine . Matinee , Wednesday and Saturday , 3 . Savoy . — 8-15 , The Lucky Star . Matinee , Saturday , 2-30 . Shaftesbury . —8 , The Belle of New York . Matinee , Wednesday and Saturday , 2 .
St . James ' s . —8-15 , In Days of Old . Matinee , Wednesday and Saturday , 2-30 . Strand . —Monday , 1 st May , Why Smith Left Home . Terry ' s . —8 * 30 , Sweet Lavender . Matinee , Thursday and Saturday , 2-30 . Vaudeville . —8 , A Woman ' s Love . 9 , On and Off . Matinee , Wednesday and Saturday , 3 . Alexandra . —Next week , Charley's Aunt .
Dalston . —7 * 45 , The Leap for Life . Grand . —7-30 , The Elder Miss Blossom . Queen ' s Opera House , Crouch End . —Next week , On the Continong . Alhambra . —7 . 45 , Variety Entertainment . Jack Ashore , Bed Shoes , & c . Aquarium . —The World ' s Great Show . The Great Fight . Varied Performances , & c , twice daily . Empire . —7-50 , Variety Entertainment . New Ballet , Alaska , & c .
London Pavilion . —8 , Variety Entertainment . Oxford . — 7 30 , Variety Entertainment . On theBoois . Saturday , 2-30 also . Palace . —7 * 45 , Variety Entertainment . Nov . - American Biograph , & c . Saturday , 2 also . Royal . —7 * 30 , Variety Company . Saturday , 2-30 also .
Tivoli . —7-30 , Variety Entertainment . Saturday , 2-15 also . Alexandra Palace . —Varied attractions daily . Crystal Palace . —Varied attractions daily . Egyptian Hall . —3 and 8 , Mr . J . N . Maskelyne ' s entertainment . Madame Tussaud ' s ( Baker Street Station ) . —Open daily . Portrait models of modern celebrities , & c .