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The Reporter.
ceremonies of this Lodge , and we can hardly be said to redeem ourselves by merely stating that we have partaken , with the members , of their mysterious secrets and of their Masonic hospitality , in both of which we have derived , mental and corporeal refreshment . The ceremonies are performed in the German language , and approach nearer to the French regime than any we have witnessed ; they are calculated to produce a more striking effect upon a novice , but whether upon reflection that effect will be more lasting , is a question not easilv solved .
There is considerable solemnity observed , and , what is very delightful , the Brethren show much laudable anxiety to support the Master and his Wardens by their general manner . The banquet is characterised by the national spirit of the Germans—unostentatious , but plenteousyet prudent ; afterwards the songs ( in German ) are confined to Masonic subjects , and in the choruses there is a swell of natural music which , while it reminds the Brethren of the Fatherland , creates in the visitor feelings of respect and gratification for the Order , which in this vast commercial metropolis can bring within his view so exemplary a society of his German Brethren .
RICHMOND . —LODGE OF HARMONY , NO . 317 , May 28 . —The transactions of this day will live in the recollections of its members , as embracing subject matter of deep importance . We throw a veil over some circumstances which , we trust , Masonic principle will in time efface . Proceed we , then , to state , that the initiation of three candidates , viz . the Prince of Soutzo , Charge d'Affaires , de S . M . Hellenique , his secretary , G . Dracato Papanicolas , and a gentleman proceeding to
Constantinople , was conducted with the most marked attention to discipline ; it is enough to say , that the Rev . Bro . T . T . Haverfield , who officiated on the occasion , is not excelled by any one in the ceremonies of the Order , he never was heard to greater advantage . The veteran Brother Walton delivered the charge with extreme force and solemnity . The Prince , at the banquet , returned thanks for the compliment paid to himself and friends in very emphatic language , and adverted especially to the charge
they had heard . Among the toasts offered , and received with enthusiasm , was the Aged Masons' Asylum , and prosperity to it . The Lodge of Harmony was among the very first to consecrate the earnest hopes of the founders by collecting , after their banquet in May 1835 , a very handsome subscription , and thus inspirited the present Treasurer who , on inspecting the plate , declared from that moment his energies had received a new impulse , and that he would never cease to obey an injunction thereby conveyed—to carry the wishes of the Lodge into effect—he has kept his word , and the Lodge has maintained its honoured character .
STABILITY LODGE OF INSTRUCTION , April 26 , ( George and Vulture . ) —Brother Peter Thomson ' s field-day , on which occasion he marshalled his troops in right good order ; the roll muster was well answeredscarce a recruit absent , and the veterans all at hand . Never did our right trusty friend look prouder or in better health ; his old friends felt it was the holiday moment of his upright mind ; his pupils gloried in their master ' s work , and panted to give proofs of their regard and of his industry .
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The Reporter.
ceremonies of this Lodge , and we can hardly be said to redeem ourselves by merely stating that we have partaken , with the members , of their mysterious secrets and of their Masonic hospitality , in both of which we have derived , mental and corporeal refreshment . The ceremonies are performed in the German language , and approach nearer to the French regime than any we have witnessed ; they are calculated to produce a more striking effect upon a novice , but whether upon reflection that effect will be more lasting , is a question not easilv solved .
There is considerable solemnity observed , and , what is very delightful , the Brethren show much laudable anxiety to support the Master and his Wardens by their general manner . The banquet is characterised by the national spirit of the Germans—unostentatious , but plenteousyet prudent ; afterwards the songs ( in German ) are confined to Masonic subjects , and in the choruses there is a swell of natural music which , while it reminds the Brethren of the Fatherland , creates in the visitor feelings of respect and gratification for the Order , which in this vast commercial metropolis can bring within his view so exemplary a society of his German Brethren .
RICHMOND . —LODGE OF HARMONY , NO . 317 , May 28 . —The transactions of this day will live in the recollections of its members , as embracing subject matter of deep importance . We throw a veil over some circumstances which , we trust , Masonic principle will in time efface . Proceed we , then , to state , that the initiation of three candidates , viz . the Prince of Soutzo , Charge d'Affaires , de S . M . Hellenique , his secretary , G . Dracato Papanicolas , and a gentleman proceeding to
Constantinople , was conducted with the most marked attention to discipline ; it is enough to say , that the Rev . Bro . T . T . Haverfield , who officiated on the occasion , is not excelled by any one in the ceremonies of the Order , he never was heard to greater advantage . The veteran Brother Walton delivered the charge with extreme force and solemnity . The Prince , at the banquet , returned thanks for the compliment paid to himself and friends in very emphatic language , and adverted especially to the charge
they had heard . Among the toasts offered , and received with enthusiasm , was the Aged Masons' Asylum , and prosperity to it . The Lodge of Harmony was among the very first to consecrate the earnest hopes of the founders by collecting , after their banquet in May 1835 , a very handsome subscription , and thus inspirited the present Treasurer who , on inspecting the plate , declared from that moment his energies had received a new impulse , and that he would never cease to obey an injunction thereby conveyed—to carry the wishes of the Lodge into effect—he has kept his word , and the Lodge has maintained its honoured character .
STABILITY LODGE OF INSTRUCTION , April 26 , ( George and Vulture . ) —Brother Peter Thomson ' s field-day , on which occasion he marshalled his troops in right good order ; the roll muster was well answeredscarce a recruit absent , and the veterans all at hand . Never did our right trusty friend look prouder or in better health ; his old friends felt it was the holiday moment of his upright mind ; his pupils gloried in their master ' s work , and panted to give proofs of their regard and of his industry .