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being a native of a foreign land . He hoped a long line of initiates would be elected and reflect honour on their proposers aud seconders . Other toasts followed , and a very pleasant evening passed away somewhat too qniokly .
OABBELL LODGE , No . 807 . ON Monday , the 18 th inst ., nnder the auspices of this Lodgo , a large number of brethren assembled in the spacious Lecture and Lodge room of the Masonio Club in St . Giles Street , Norwich , for the purpose of hearing a Lecture on the " Ritual and Ceremonial of the Symbolic De rees of Freemasonry , " by Brother Jame >
Stevens P . M . P . Z ., of London . In order to meet the convenience ol the members of other Lodges the meeting was made special and distinot from the ordinary meetings of the Lodge , whioh was not on this occasion formally opened . We were consequently unable to ascertain in tbe customary manner the names of the numerons
brethren who attended , amongst whom were several distinguished Officers in the Province . The Provincial Grand Secretary , W . Bro . J . B . Aldis , being unexpectedly detained by a business engagement , the proceedings were opened by Brother George Baxter P . M ., who introduced the Lecturer to the meeting and shortly
afterwards resigned the chair to Bro . Aldis , who presided during the remainder of the evening . Bro . Stevens' prefaratory remarks were brief , and he promptly entered npon the practical explanations of the ritual and ceremonial with which his address abounds . The attention of his
hearers was soon rivetted , and he spared no effort to successfully reach their understanding of the " connection of our whole system , and the relative dependency of its several parts . " Besides the amount of information given in respect of points in Masonic work , and many valuable hints for securing a common sense interpretation
of much which , though sublimely conceived , is made ridiculous in practice , the lecture is enlivened throughout by passages of humour which greatly enhanoe its interesting character . Without
interruption , save such as was occasioned by earnest tokens of approval , Bro . Stevens continued his address during two and a half hours , and received at its conclusion a well merited acknowledgment of the satisfaction he had siven to his numerous audience .
Bro . Aldis ( Prov . G . Secretary ) , in proposing that a hearty vote of thanks should be accorded to Bto . Stevens , expressed his high appreciation of the valuable service to the Craft generally which the lecture could not fail to render . He did not hesitate to admit that he had himself received unexpected and valuable information
from the address delivered that evening ; and the close attention which had been given to it was an unmistakable testimony that it was instructive and interesting in a high degree . He felt assured no brother would leave the meeting without having added to hia store of Masonic information , and hoped that other opportunities
might offer for further addresses liom Bro . Steven ? , who had evidently left unsaid much that ho had come prepared to Bay if time had permitted . Bro . George Baxter oudorsed the remarks of tho Chairman , and seconded the motion , which was carried by acclamation . Bro . Stevens , in tho course of his response , referring
to the "Threo Great Lights in Freemasonry , gratified the brethren by reciting the well known poem nnder that title , and the meeting then terminated . It was subsequently arranged that Bro . Stevens should pay another visit to the Norwich brethren , in the ensuing October or November .
THE FRIARS' LODGE , No . 134-9 . THERE was a goodly attendance of the members of , and visitors to , this Lodge , at tho installation meetintr , held on Monday evening last , at the Ship and Turtle , Leadenhall Street , City . Lodge was opened shortly after fonr o ' clock , nnder the presidency of the Worshipful Master Bro . Robert S . Sadd , who was
supported by Bros . H . Marks S . W ., E . Shoesmith J . W ., W . Musto P . M . Treasurer , W . Hogg P . M . Secretary , L . A . Da Costa S . D ., J . D . Casseres J . D ., R . C . Randall D . C , B . Da Costa I . G ., E . J . Friedeberg P . M ., H . R . Hallatn P . M ., and other brethreu . Tho
visitors inclnded Bros . J . L . Moloney 1625 . E . Bickerton 1623 , T . Pettit 1765 , T . J . Barnes P . M . 933 , S . Jacobs W . M . 205 , E . Solomons New York , D . Moss P . M . 1275 , S . Wilkinson S . W . 925 , B . Stewart W . M . 1278 , W . Valentine P . M . 1017 , J . Jacobs P . M . 1614 , J . Da Silvu
P . M . 205 , G . Gardner I . P . M . 2012 , E Jacobs P . M . 1348 , W . W . Lei 1897 , VV . W . Morgan P . M . 211 , W . Smith I . G . 933 , C . II . dry I . G
1625 , A . W . W .-sto- J . W , l _' 7 , s , J . G . Harris . 1278 . J . JMC-bs 205 , J . S-egeuber : - lf > 68 , L . Solomon 16 o \ S J . Richmond 205 , W . Jacobs 1437 , H . Sahc 8 ol , L . Isaacs 1614 , B Toombs 1145 . M . Bush 205 , J . Levy 205 , B . Byams 171-4 , P .. Frank * 212 , 1 ) . W . Fowl .:,- 311 . W . E . White 212 , J A . Bietton 188 , S . Mordecai (> 14 , H . Jones 9 ^
L . Ro ^ ki 25 , D . Oauski 158 , T . M . Coleman 192 , and Il . Ctietham 1317 . The minutes of the last regular meeting having been submitted and confirmed , Lodsje was advanced to the . third , w . en Bro . Mordecai Da Costa was raised to the sublime degree of M . M ., cho impressive cerumonv being performed - > i a rn"nner rhnrncterisfcie of the
Worstiipful Master ' s uniformly regioar working during his ye ; ir oi : office . Resuming in the second , Bro . E . Marks , who had efficiently discharged tho duties of tbe Senior Warden ' s chair , was presented as the Worshipfnl Master-elee ; , and havinir assented to undertake tho duties of office , a Board of Installed Masters was constituted , and the
ceremony of installation was admirably carried out by tho retiring Master , who acquitted himself to the utmost satisfaction jf tbe brethren , Bro . Musto officiating in hU usual able way as Director ol Ceremonies . The newly-installed W . M . having been proclaimed ancl
fainted in the customary way , invested h a Offieers for the year , as follow : Bros . R . S . Sadd I . F . U ., E . Sh o , m i S . W ., L . A . Da Costa J . W ., W . Musto P . M . Treasurer , FViedeber ; , ' P . M . Secretary , J . D . Casseres S . D ., B . Da Costa J . D ., Randall T . G ., Nash Fox D . C , A , Jacobs Steward , A . Rosenthal Assistant Steward , and Tonne
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Tyler . The addresses to tho Master , Wardens , and Brethren were eloquently and impressively delivered by the Installing Master , who performed the whole of the ceremony in a highly creditable and satisfactory manner . There was , fortunately , work in immediate store for the new Master , for the ballot was at once opened for three
candidates , namely , Mr . Abraham Jacobs , proposed by Bro . B . Da Costa I . G ., seconded by Bro . Isaac Levy , Mr . E . Cox and Mr . E . Barnett , whose sponsors wore the W . M .-elect and Bro . J . A . Marks . All were accepted , aud the manner in which the new Master worked the ceremony of initiation
gave promise of a satisfactory discharge of the functions of the chair during the coming year . On the motion of Bro . L . A . Da Costa , seconded by Bro . E . S . Friedeberg P . M ., it was resolved that the visitors' fee on all banquets be one guinea , with half that amount for country and seafaring members .
This is obviously a wise decision , as it will prove an incentive to the latter to attend more frequently than they might otherwise feel it convenient to do . The Auditors' report , which was a satisfactory one , was adopted , and the W . M . then on behalf of the members of the Lodjfe , presented to his predecessor a Past Master ' s
jewel as a token of respect and esteem , and in recognition of the zeal and assiduity with which he had discharged his duties during the past year . He thanked Bro . Sadd for the able manner in whioh he had performed the installation ceremony , and expressed a hope that ho might live long to wear the jewel as a memento of the
esteem in which he was held by the members of the Lodgo , and of the pleasant hours he had spent amongst them . The I . P . M . and Installing Blaster suitably acknowledged the gift , observing that he was deepl y sensible of tho compliments that had been paid him , and expressing his sincere interest in the welfare of the Friars '
Lodge , whioh he assured them would continue in the future , now that he bad passed into the ranks of the veterans , equally as it had been in the past . He was proud to see the prosperity which had attended the Lodge , aud which he hoped would continue to increase as the years roll on . The circular from the Pro Grand
Master relating to the Masonic commemoration of Her Majesty a Jubilee was thou read ; but , in consequonco of tho lateness of the hour , caused by the amount of work that had occupied the attention of the brethren , it was deemed expedient to postpone the full consideration of that matter until a Lodge of Emergency , which
the Secretary was requested to call at the earliest convenience . It was unanimously resolved that , in recognition of his services as Secretary during the last twelve years , Bro . W . Hogg P . M . should be elected an honorary member of the Lodge . This was a compliment which we consider eminently due to Bro . Hogg , who
was one of the Founders of the Lodge , and has rendered good suit and service to it during the whole period of its existence . After disposing of some minor matters of bnsi' ess , the Lodge was closed in harmony , and tho brethren adjourned to a sumptuous banquet , provided by ] Bros . Painter in a style which might only reasonably
b « expected at that famous old City house lhe Ship and Turtle . The tables were elaborately laid out , the dishes being interspersed with vases and epergnes of exqui-ite cut flowers and ornamental Foliage plants , which gave to the wil & u a most picturesque appearance . Indeed , many of the brethren who now first visited the Ship and
Turtle since tho vast alterations and improvements made in the establishment , expressed themselves delighted and surprised at the palatial character of the interior , aud more especially with the accommodation provided for the brethren of "ye mystic tie" iu the handsomelv appointed Masonic Temple , which is a decided feature of
tho re-constructod building . Tho banqnet was admirably served , and the arrangements , c . rried out under the supervision of Bro . E . Ashby , tho genial manager of the hotol , elicited unbounded expressions of appreciation . Tho Worshipful Master , in proposing the Queen ami the Craft , considered himself privileged in ocenpyiug
that position during the year of Her Majesty ' s Jnbilee , and he felt sure that amongst none of her subjects would there bo manifested a greater spirit of loyalty than by the body of men who were ranged undor the banner of Freemasonry . The succeeding toasts were "ivon with commendable brevity , tho Worshipful Master referring
to the Prince of Wales as an active , and not merely an ornamental ruler of tho Craft , and ono whose heart and soul were in the work of promr ting tho bests interests of Freemasonry . Tribute was paid to the excellent manner in which tho affairs of Grand Lodge are administered by the Grand Officers , all of whom laboured earnestly
and unitedly in advancing tho general good of the Masonic community . Bro . Sadd I . P . M ., iu taking the gavel in hand to propose the health of tho Worshipful Master , said he did so with except onal pride and pleasnrc , having workod together with Bro . Marks many years in the Lodge wiih die upmost harmony and
goodwill . He felt perfectly certain that Bro . Marks would make a good Master , and would discharge the duties of his office in such a manner as wonld reflect credit on himself and give every satisfaction i , <> the brethren . Tho Worshipful Mas'or , in tho course of his response , thanked his predecessor for the kindly terms iu which the
toast , had been couched ; he need har'ly say he felt hig hly ( littered at the reception wh'ch had been irvento him . He had succee . le I in readiioi * the position for which he had striven , aud he assured them ir , would l > s his constant study , as well as pleasure , to promote the best interests of tho Lod ^ e by everv means iu his
power . Ifc wt . s a poai on which he highly appreciated , and he trusted he might ho able to fulfil the duties of the chair e : \ tisfactorily , and to promote the harmony and I ho comfort of tho brethren ; such , he was happy to say , as now subsisted . Iu proposing the Past Masters ho spoke of their ability and readiness ab all times to assist
i I carrying ou the work of tho Lodge , and expressed hid opinion that i- - . would take a lot to beat them . Bro . Sadd I . P . M . replied , observing that there was not much for the Past Masters to do in the
ordinary way , but they were always most earnest in their endeavours to promote tho prosperity of the Lodge . The W . M . then gave the Initiates , aud in doing so congratulated himself upon having had the opportunit y of adniittiiir' three « r « ntlemen into the
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Installation Meetings, &C.
being a native of a foreign land . He hoped a long line of initiates would be elected and reflect honour on their proposers aud seconders . Other toasts followed , and a very pleasant evening passed away somewhat too qniokly .
OABBELL LODGE , No . 807 . ON Monday , the 18 th inst ., nnder the auspices of this Lodgo , a large number of brethren assembled in the spacious Lecture and Lodge room of the Masonio Club in St . Giles Street , Norwich , for the purpose of hearing a Lecture on the " Ritual and Ceremonial of the Symbolic De rees of Freemasonry , " by Brother Jame >
Stevens P . M . P . Z ., of London . In order to meet the convenience ol the members of other Lodges the meeting was made special and distinot from the ordinary meetings of the Lodge , whioh was not on this occasion formally opened . We were consequently unable to ascertain in tbe customary manner the names of the numerons
brethren who attended , amongst whom were several distinguished Officers in the Province . The Provincial Grand Secretary , W . Bro . J . B . Aldis , being unexpectedly detained by a business engagement , the proceedings were opened by Brother George Baxter P . M ., who introduced the Lecturer to the meeting and shortly
afterwards resigned the chair to Bro . Aldis , who presided during the remainder of the evening . Bro . Stevens' prefaratory remarks were brief , and he promptly entered npon the practical explanations of the ritual and ceremonial with which his address abounds . The attention of his
hearers was soon rivetted , and he spared no effort to successfully reach their understanding of the " connection of our whole system , and the relative dependency of its several parts . " Besides the amount of information given in respect of points in Masonic work , and many valuable hints for securing a common sense interpretation
of much which , though sublimely conceived , is made ridiculous in practice , the lecture is enlivened throughout by passages of humour which greatly enhanoe its interesting character . Without
interruption , save such as was occasioned by earnest tokens of approval , Bro . Stevens continued his address during two and a half hours , and received at its conclusion a well merited acknowledgment of the satisfaction he had siven to his numerous audience .
Bro . Aldis ( Prov . G . Secretary ) , in proposing that a hearty vote of thanks should be accorded to Bto . Stevens , expressed his high appreciation of the valuable service to the Craft generally which the lecture could not fail to render . He did not hesitate to admit that he had himself received unexpected and valuable information
from the address delivered that evening ; and the close attention which had been given to it was an unmistakable testimony that it was instructive and interesting in a high degree . He felt assured no brother would leave the meeting without having added to hia store of Masonic information , and hoped that other opportunities
might offer for further addresses liom Bro . Steven ? , who had evidently left unsaid much that ho had come prepared to Bay if time had permitted . Bro . George Baxter oudorsed the remarks of tho Chairman , and seconded the motion , which was carried by acclamation . Bro . Stevens , in tho course of his response , referring
to the "Threo Great Lights in Freemasonry , gratified the brethren by reciting the well known poem nnder that title , and the meeting then terminated . It was subsequently arranged that Bro . Stevens should pay another visit to the Norwich brethren , in the ensuing October or November .
THE FRIARS' LODGE , No . 134-9 . THERE was a goodly attendance of the members of , and visitors to , this Lodge , at tho installation meetintr , held on Monday evening last , at the Ship and Turtle , Leadenhall Street , City . Lodge was opened shortly after fonr o ' clock , nnder the presidency of the Worshipful Master Bro . Robert S . Sadd , who was
supported by Bros . H . Marks S . W ., E . Shoesmith J . W ., W . Musto P . M . Treasurer , W . Hogg P . M . Secretary , L . A . Da Costa S . D ., J . D . Casseres J . D ., R . C . Randall D . C , B . Da Costa I . G ., E . J . Friedeberg P . M ., H . R . Hallatn P . M ., and other brethreu . Tho
visitors inclnded Bros . J . L . Moloney 1625 . E . Bickerton 1623 , T . Pettit 1765 , T . J . Barnes P . M . 933 , S . Jacobs W . M . 205 , E . Solomons New York , D . Moss P . M . 1275 , S . Wilkinson S . W . 925 , B . Stewart W . M . 1278 , W . Valentine P . M . 1017 , J . Jacobs P . M . 1614 , J . Da Silvu
P . M . 205 , G . Gardner I . P . M . 2012 , E Jacobs P . M . 1348 , W . W . Lei 1897 , VV . W . Morgan P . M . 211 , W . Smith I . G . 933 , C . II . dry I . G
1625 , A . W . W .-sto- J . W , l _' 7 , s , J . G . Harris . 1278 . J . JMC-bs 205 , J . S-egeuber : - lf > 68 , L . Solomon 16 o \ S J . Richmond 205 , W . Jacobs 1437 , H . Sahc 8 ol , L . Isaacs 1614 , B Toombs 1145 . M . Bush 205 , J . Levy 205 , B . Byams 171-4 , P .. Frank * 212 , 1 ) . W . Fowl .:,- 311 . W . E . White 212 , J A . Bietton 188 , S . Mordecai (> 14 , H . Jones 9 ^
L . Ro ^ ki 25 , D . Oauski 158 , T . M . Coleman 192 , and Il . Ctietham 1317 . The minutes of the last regular meeting having been submitted and confirmed , Lodsje was advanced to the . third , w . en Bro . Mordecai Da Costa was raised to the sublime degree of M . M ., cho impressive cerumonv being performed - > i a rn"nner rhnrncterisfcie of the
Worstiipful Master ' s uniformly regioar working during his ye ; ir oi : office . Resuming in the second , Bro . E . Marks , who had efficiently discharged tho duties of tbe Senior Warden ' s chair , was presented as the Worshipfnl Master-elee ; , and havinir assented to undertake tho duties of office , a Board of Installed Masters was constituted , and the
ceremony of installation was admirably carried out by tho retiring Master , who acquitted himself to the utmost satisfaction jf tbe brethren , Bro . Musto officiating in hU usual able way as Director ol Ceremonies . The newly-installed W . M . having been proclaimed ancl
fainted in the customary way , invested h a Offieers for the year , as follow : Bros . R . S . Sadd I . F . U ., E . Sh o , m i S . W ., L . A . Da Costa J . W ., W . Musto P . M . Treasurer , FViedeber ; , ' P . M . Secretary , J . D . Casseres S . D ., B . Da Costa J . D ., Randall T . G ., Nash Fox D . C , A , Jacobs Steward , A . Rosenthal Assistant Steward , and Tonne
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Tyler . The addresses to tho Master , Wardens , and Brethren were eloquently and impressively delivered by the Installing Master , who performed the whole of the ceremony in a highly creditable and satisfactory manner . There was , fortunately , work in immediate store for the new Master , for the ballot was at once opened for three
candidates , namely , Mr . Abraham Jacobs , proposed by Bro . B . Da Costa I . G ., seconded by Bro . Isaac Levy , Mr . E . Cox and Mr . E . Barnett , whose sponsors wore the W . M .-elect and Bro . J . A . Marks . All were accepted , aud the manner in which the new Master worked the ceremony of initiation
gave promise of a satisfactory discharge of the functions of the chair during the coming year . On the motion of Bro . L . A . Da Costa , seconded by Bro . E . S . Friedeberg P . M ., it was resolved that the visitors' fee on all banquets be one guinea , with half that amount for country and seafaring members .
This is obviously a wise decision , as it will prove an incentive to the latter to attend more frequently than they might otherwise feel it convenient to do . The Auditors' report , which was a satisfactory one , was adopted , and the W . M . then on behalf of the members of the Lodjfe , presented to his predecessor a Past Master ' s
jewel as a token of respect and esteem , and in recognition of the zeal and assiduity with which he had discharged his duties during the past year . He thanked Bro . Sadd for the able manner in whioh he had performed the installation ceremony , and expressed a hope that ho might live long to wear the jewel as a memento of the
esteem in which he was held by the members of the Lodgo , and of the pleasant hours he had spent amongst them . The I . P . M . and Installing Blaster suitably acknowledged the gift , observing that he was deepl y sensible of tho compliments that had been paid him , and expressing his sincere interest in the welfare of the Friars '
Lodge , whioh he assured them would continue in the future , now that he bad passed into the ranks of the veterans , equally as it had been in the past . He was proud to see the prosperity which had attended the Lodge , aud which he hoped would continue to increase as the years roll on . The circular from the Pro Grand
Master relating to the Masonic commemoration of Her Majesty a Jubilee was thou read ; but , in consequonco of tho lateness of the hour , caused by the amount of work that had occupied the attention of the brethren , it was deemed expedient to postpone the full consideration of that matter until a Lodge of Emergency , which
the Secretary was requested to call at the earliest convenience . It was unanimously resolved that , in recognition of his services as Secretary during the last twelve years , Bro . W . Hogg P . M . should be elected an honorary member of the Lodge . This was a compliment which we consider eminently due to Bro . Hogg , who
was one of the Founders of the Lodge , and has rendered good suit and service to it during the whole period of its existence . After disposing of some minor matters of bnsi' ess , the Lodge was closed in harmony , and tho brethren adjourned to a sumptuous banquet , provided by ] Bros . Painter in a style which might only reasonably
b « expected at that famous old City house lhe Ship and Turtle . The tables were elaborately laid out , the dishes being interspersed with vases and epergnes of exqui-ite cut flowers and ornamental Foliage plants , which gave to the wil & u a most picturesque appearance . Indeed , many of the brethren who now first visited the Ship and
Turtle since tho vast alterations and improvements made in the establishment , expressed themselves delighted and surprised at the palatial character of the interior , aud more especially with the accommodation provided for the brethren of "ye mystic tie" iu the handsomelv appointed Masonic Temple , which is a decided feature of
tho re-constructod building . Tho banqnet was admirably served , and the arrangements , c . rried out under the supervision of Bro . E . Ashby , tho genial manager of the hotol , elicited unbounded expressions of appreciation . Tho Worshipful Master , in proposing the Queen ami the Craft , considered himself privileged in ocenpyiug
that position during the year of Her Majesty ' s Jnbilee , and he felt sure that amongst none of her subjects would there bo manifested a greater spirit of loyalty than by the body of men who were ranged undor the banner of Freemasonry . The succeeding toasts were "ivon with commendable brevity , tho Worshipful Master referring
to the Prince of Wales as an active , and not merely an ornamental ruler of tho Craft , and ono whose heart and soul were in the work of promr ting tho bests interests of Freemasonry . Tribute was paid to the excellent manner in which tho affairs of Grand Lodge are administered by the Grand Officers , all of whom laboured earnestly
and unitedly in advancing tho general good of the Masonic community . Bro . Sadd I . P . M ., iu taking the gavel in hand to propose the health of tho Worshipful Master , said he did so with except onal pride and pleasnrc , having workod together with Bro . Marks many years in the Lodge wiih die upmost harmony and
goodwill . He felt perfectly certain that Bro . Marks would make a good Master , and would discharge the duties of his office in such a manner as wonld reflect credit on himself and give every satisfaction i , <> the brethren . Tho Worshipful Mas'or , in tho course of his response , thanked his predecessor for the kindly terms iu which the
toast , had been couched ; he need har'ly say he felt hig hly ( littered at the reception wh'ch had been irvento him . He had succee . le I in readiioi * the position for which he had striven , aud he assured them ir , would l > s his constant study , as well as pleasure , to promote the best interests of tho Lod ^ e by everv means iu his
power . Ifc wt . s a poai on which he highly appreciated , and he trusted he might ho able to fulfil the duties of the chair e : \ tisfactorily , and to promote the harmony and I ho comfort of tho brethren ; such , he was happy to say , as now subsisted . Iu proposing the Past Masters ho spoke of their ability and readiness ab all times to assist
i I carrying ou the work of tho Lodge , and expressed hid opinion that i- - . would take a lot to beat them . Bro . Sadd I . P . M . replied , observing that there was not much for the Past Masters to do in the
ordinary way , but they were always most earnest in their endeavours to promote tho prosperity of the Lodge . The W . M . then gave the Initiates , aud in doing so congratulated himself upon having had the opportunit y of adniittiiir' three « r « ntlemen into the