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wliich might be . performed rather than to any already rendered ; he received it , however , with feelings of personal gratitude ; and while it would stimulate himself and brother officers to increased exertions , he trusted that their conduct would in some degree justify the choice ivhich the AVorshipful Master had made , and promote that which was the noblest of causes , not only in Oxford , but in the world . They would endeavour to follow the bright example of those who had
preceded them , to give effect to that fraternal concord and Masonic charity which formed the basis of their Order , and to lose no opportunity of shewing both by practice and precept that its fundamental princip les had taken root in them and brought forth fruit . The AVORSHIPFUL MASTER then gave the closing toast , "To all Poor and Distressed Brethren over the face of Earth and AVater . " Tea and coffee were then servedafter which som eexcellent singing
, by various brethren beguiled another hour , when the National Anthem was sung , and the party broke up , highly delighted with the day ' s proceedings , ivhich will long be remembered with feelings of pleasure and satisfaction . It is but just to remark tbat the entire arrangements were confided to Bro . W . Thompson , who gave the best proof on tbis occasion that he was well qualified to undertake a duty of so arduous a nature .
Masonic Testimonial . —On Tuesday , Feb . 26 , the brethen of the Alfred City Lodge assembled in large numbers at the Lodge-room , in order to present to Bro . S . Burstall , late AV . M . of the Apollo University Lodge for three successive years , an elegant silver tankard , as a mark of their esteem for his private character , and their high sense of the services ivhich he has rendered to Masonry in this province , not only by the efficient discharg-e of the duties devolving on him , but by his unwearied exertions to lace the two lodges on the most friendly
p footing . The addresses of die AV . M . of the Alfred Lodge , Bro . F . Thomas , in presenting this testimonial , and of Bro . Burstall , in acknowledging it , were spirited , eloquent , and appropriate . On the same evening two brethren were initiated , after which the assemblage withdrew to refreshment . Before the meeting separated , tlie box for benevolent purposes was handed round , and the sum of 101 . was collected to aid Bro . Stephensthe late Tler of the Alfred Lodge , who
, y has left Oxford ancl is now on his way to the golden regions of California , carrying with him the best wishes of alt the brethren , with whom be has been so long associated , and by whom be was most deservedly esteemed . Bro . Bull has been unanimously elected to fill the office of T yler , vacated by Bro . Stephens . Apollo University Lodge . —The members of the Apollo University Lodge assembled in large numbers at the Masonic Hull , on Tuesday ,
March 5 , when several candidates were initiated . The brethren were honoured with the presence of the Grand Chaplain of England , Bro . Rev . J . E . Cox , ( of All fouls' College ) , who made a special visit in order to witness the working-of the lodge and the Masonic spirit , with which the two lodges co-operate for the general g-ood of the Order . At the banquet , the AV . M ., Bro . Portal , in proposing the health of the Grand Officers of England , alluded to the efficient services of Bro .
Cox with reference to the Masonic Girls' School , who , in addition to the pleasure which he derived in the fulfilment of his important duties , had the gratification of witnessing the fruits und success of his labours . Bro . Cox , in responding to the toast , alluded to the system of education
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wliich might be . performed rather than to any already rendered ; he received it , however , with feelings of personal gratitude ; and while it would stimulate himself and brother officers to increased exertions , he trusted that their conduct would in some degree justify the choice ivhich the AVorshipful Master had made , and promote that which was the noblest of causes , not only in Oxford , but in the world . They would endeavour to follow the bright example of those who had
preceded them , to give effect to that fraternal concord and Masonic charity which formed the basis of their Order , and to lose no opportunity of shewing both by practice and precept that its fundamental princip les had taken root in them and brought forth fruit . The AVORSHIPFUL MASTER then gave the closing toast , "To all Poor and Distressed Brethren over the face of Earth and AVater . " Tea and coffee were then servedafter which som eexcellent singing
, by various brethren beguiled another hour , when the National Anthem was sung , and the party broke up , highly delighted with the day ' s proceedings , ivhich will long be remembered with feelings of pleasure and satisfaction . It is but just to remark tbat the entire arrangements were confided to Bro . W . Thompson , who gave the best proof on tbis occasion that he was well qualified to undertake a duty of so arduous a nature .
Masonic Testimonial . —On Tuesday , Feb . 26 , the brethen of the Alfred City Lodge assembled in large numbers at the Lodge-room , in order to present to Bro . S . Burstall , late AV . M . of the Apollo University Lodge for three successive years , an elegant silver tankard , as a mark of their esteem for his private character , and their high sense of the services ivhich he has rendered to Masonry in this province , not only by the efficient discharg-e of the duties devolving on him , but by his unwearied exertions to lace the two lodges on the most friendly
p footing . The addresses of die AV . M . of the Alfred Lodge , Bro . F . Thomas , in presenting this testimonial , and of Bro . Burstall , in acknowledging it , were spirited , eloquent , and appropriate . On the same evening two brethren were initiated , after which the assemblage withdrew to refreshment . Before the meeting separated , tlie box for benevolent purposes was handed round , and the sum of 101 . was collected to aid Bro . Stephensthe late Tler of the Alfred Lodge , who
, y has left Oxford ancl is now on his way to the golden regions of California , carrying with him the best wishes of alt the brethren , with whom be has been so long associated , and by whom be was most deservedly esteemed . Bro . Bull has been unanimously elected to fill the office of T yler , vacated by Bro . Stephens . Apollo University Lodge . —The members of the Apollo University Lodge assembled in large numbers at the Masonic Hull , on Tuesday ,
March 5 , when several candidates were initiated . The brethren were honoured with the presence of the Grand Chaplain of England , Bro . Rev . J . E . Cox , ( of All fouls' College ) , who made a special visit in order to witness the working-of the lodge and the Masonic spirit , with which the two lodges co-operate for the general g-ood of the Order . At the banquet , the AV . M ., Bro . Portal , in proposing the health of the Grand Officers of England , alluded to the efficient services of Bro .
Cox with reference to the Masonic Girls' School , who , in addition to the pleasure which he derived in the fulfilment of his important duties , had the gratification of witnessing the fruits und success of his labours . Bro . Cox , in responding to the toast , alluded to the system of education