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sure of introducing him into Masonry , and already he sits as Master of a Lodge ; and not only sits as Master , but works that Lodge in a masterly maimer . 1 may be permitted to remark , that I never received more solid Masonic gratification iu my life , than I did when sitting with him in the Lodge when he had to confer two degrees , and the able manner in which he went through with these ceremonies delighted not only myselfhut I think I may addevery other Brother then present . I
, , shall therefore give you the health of the AV . M . of the St . David ' s Lodge "—( shouts of applause . ) Brother Parry in an able speech returned thanks , expressing himself warmly at the sincere manner in which his health had been drunk , ancl complimenting Brother Thomas as being the father not only of himself in Masonry , but of Masonry in general throughout Pembrokeshire . He expatiated largely on the advantages Masonry affords mankindancl the
, many blessings it confers upon its disciples . On the Masters of the Ceremonies healths being given , that veteran Mason , Brother Mathias , on behalf of himself and coadjutor , returned thanks , and with all that naivete for which lie is celebrated , claimed to be the grandfather of Masonry in AVales , inasmuch as he was the father of Brother Thomas in the Royal Art , who , the AV . M . had properly designated the father of the society in these parts . Although growing oldhe confessed that his
, youthful feelings of joy ancl delight still existed as regards Masonry , and were always called forth when he joined in meetings of the Craft . " The AV . M . of the Loyal AVelch Lodge , as well as the other Officers of the two Lodges were severally complimented , and acknowledged the honours in neat and appropriate speeches . On that of Brother Edwards ,
S . AV ., being given , he spoke as follows : " Brethren , for the honour you have clone me , I thank you—warmly ancl sincerely thank you . Permit me to say however , Worshipful Sir , that I think the friendship existing between us must have induced you to think too highly of my Masonic exertions , for I cannot for a moment suppose , that any endeavour of mine , coulcl render me deserving of the high encomiums you have been kindly pleased to bestow on me . I am
yet but a young Mason ; still , I trust , young as I am , I have never been neglectful of my duty . I know that without attention there is no progress to be made in the acquirement of any art or science , neither can we advance in Masonry or any portion of its mysteries without diligence ancl perseverance . This feeling has ever actuated me , and I hope the conduct 1 have hitherto observed , will suffice as a guarantee for future application . This I can promise , that nothing shall ever be wanting on
my part , to promote the honour and welfare of the Craft . " The official toasts having thus been completed , appropriate airs being played by the band , ancl occasional songs between each , Brother Parry again rose to commence those of friendship , beginning with giving the health of Brother Thomas , as a worthy P . M . of the Loyal AVelsh Lodge . " A Brother , " continued the AV . M ., " who was important in forming the two Lodgesand one who was ever ready to afford Masonry the able
, support of his abilities . Hacl it not been for him , " said Br . Parry , " Masonry woulcl now scarcely have existed at all in Pembrokeshire , for his Mother Lodge having long since ceased to exist , he exerted himself to form another iu his own town , and happily succeeded ; and which , by his constant attendance and good example , has become of considerable importance . " The toast was received with lung and loud cheering .
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sure of introducing him into Masonry , and already he sits as Master of a Lodge ; and not only sits as Master , but works that Lodge in a masterly maimer . 1 may be permitted to remark , that I never received more solid Masonic gratification iu my life , than I did when sitting with him in the Lodge when he had to confer two degrees , and the able manner in which he went through with these ceremonies delighted not only myselfhut I think I may addevery other Brother then present . I
, , shall therefore give you the health of the AV . M . of the St . David ' s Lodge "—( shouts of applause . ) Brother Parry in an able speech returned thanks , expressing himself warmly at the sincere manner in which his health had been drunk , ancl complimenting Brother Thomas as being the father not only of himself in Masonry , but of Masonry in general throughout Pembrokeshire . He expatiated largely on the advantages Masonry affords mankindancl the
, many blessings it confers upon its disciples . On the Masters of the Ceremonies healths being given , that veteran Mason , Brother Mathias , on behalf of himself and coadjutor , returned thanks , and with all that naivete for which lie is celebrated , claimed to be the grandfather of Masonry in AVales , inasmuch as he was the father of Brother Thomas in the Royal Art , who , the AV . M . had properly designated the father of the society in these parts . Although growing oldhe confessed that his
, youthful feelings of joy ancl delight still existed as regards Masonry , and were always called forth when he joined in meetings of the Craft . " The AV . M . of the Loyal AVelch Lodge , as well as the other Officers of the two Lodges were severally complimented , and acknowledged the honours in neat and appropriate speeches . On that of Brother Edwards ,
S . AV ., being given , he spoke as follows : " Brethren , for the honour you have clone me , I thank you—warmly ancl sincerely thank you . Permit me to say however , Worshipful Sir , that I think the friendship existing between us must have induced you to think too highly of my Masonic exertions , for I cannot for a moment suppose , that any endeavour of mine , coulcl render me deserving of the high encomiums you have been kindly pleased to bestow on me . I am
yet but a young Mason ; still , I trust , young as I am , I have never been neglectful of my duty . I know that without attention there is no progress to be made in the acquirement of any art or science , neither can we advance in Masonry or any portion of its mysteries without diligence ancl perseverance . This feeling has ever actuated me , and I hope the conduct 1 have hitherto observed , will suffice as a guarantee for future application . This I can promise , that nothing shall ever be wanting on
my part , to promote the honour and welfare of the Craft . " The official toasts having thus been completed , appropriate airs being played by the band , ancl occasional songs between each , Brother Parry again rose to commence those of friendship , beginning with giving the health of Brother Thomas , as a worthy P . M . of the Loyal AVelsh Lodge . " A Brother , " continued the AV . M ., " who was important in forming the two Lodgesand one who was ever ready to afford Masonry the able
, support of his abilities . Hacl it not been for him , " said Br . Parry , " Masonry woulcl now scarcely have existed at all in Pembrokeshire , for his Mother Lodge having long since ceased to exist , he exerted himself to form another iu his own town , and happily succeeded ; and which , by his constant attendance and good example , has become of considerable importance . " The toast was received with lung and loud cheering .