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Grand Masonic Meeting.
ence with scientific examination can be shewn , as prove to the strictest observer , that as a society , in which the evolutions of natural law were hounded only by a fundamental principle of loyalty to the realm , so Freemasonry received as a voluntary tribute the protection of all who appreciated its excellent tenets . Kings , Lords , and Commons , all have associated m our general fraternity , and in every age have gained honour and
profit amongst us . This Lodge , from the paramount situation it held in the Craft in former years , has frequentl y proved an arbitrator in some matters of moment , which may scarcely be wondered at , from its always numbering amongst its members so many brethren of rank , character , and influence ; it thus has frequently equipoised a difficulty so as to enable a discussion to take lacewhich miht otherwise have led to
disputap , g tion ; and indeed , such was the estimation in which it was held , that in 1779 , the Grand Lodge passed that well remembered law , that no Brother should be appointed a Grand Officer unless he was at the time a member of the Stewards'Lod ge ; and no brother could be a member who had not served at the Grand Feast . Thus clearly acknowledging the necessity of a preparatory testimony , and confirming the utility of the Lodge , and the advantages which it had conferred the Craft
upon . in 1768 , the public nights , which were only occasionally held , were appointed speciall y to be held in March and December . They have continued without other intermission than by order of Grand Lodge , . when all meetings have been suspended in times of mourning . The honorary medal which is appended to the Master ' s Jewel , is a testimony that this Lod ge supported the Craft in time of need .
In 1702 , the Stewards' Lodge , till then No . 47 , was placed without number at the top of the list , and in 1799 , was designated by Grand Lodge as the ' [ Grand Stewards' Lodge . " This outline is but a faintendeavour to bring before the company on the celebration of the centenary , some of the general services this lodge may have rendered , and I cheerfull y leave the proper interpretation of my omissions to their kindest consideration , while I approach the period when its zenith
was hallowed by the presence of our Illustrious Grand Master , II . R . H . the Duke of Sussex , in 1815 , who , by his gracious condescension , confirmed the Grand Stewards' Lodge in their rights and privileges , replying to a memorial on the subject with that urbanity and decision which has always marked his character . This period is indeed interesting to every member of the Lodge ; the minute books afford ample proofs of the loyalty of the members , to their princely ruler , and of the attachment of H . R . 11 . to the Lodsre .
I here draw the veil , and close the sanctuary for another century . Lastly , I come to a distressing subject , in announcing that IT . R . IT . has been compelled to decline our invitation this evening , on account of Ins want of sight . M y brethren , could he but have witnessed our devotion to Ins sway , our veneration for his character , our affection for ins person , it might have cheered him in the continuance of those exalted duties which may it please the Great Architect he may exercise for
many years , it would convince him that however all lodges unite in respectful attachment , none , no , not one , exceeds the Grand Stewards ' Lodge in those sentiments which form the Mason ' s pride , and become the Mason ' s hope . I conclude with proposing the health of our Illustrious Grand Master , H . R . IT . the Duke of Sussex . ( Loud and long continued cheering , followed by the glee " Hail , Star of Brunswick . " ) 3 i
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Grand Masonic Meeting.
ence with scientific examination can be shewn , as prove to the strictest observer , that as a society , in which the evolutions of natural law were hounded only by a fundamental principle of loyalty to the realm , so Freemasonry received as a voluntary tribute the protection of all who appreciated its excellent tenets . Kings , Lords , and Commons , all have associated m our general fraternity , and in every age have gained honour and
profit amongst us . This Lodge , from the paramount situation it held in the Craft in former years , has frequentl y proved an arbitrator in some matters of moment , which may scarcely be wondered at , from its always numbering amongst its members so many brethren of rank , character , and influence ; it thus has frequently equipoised a difficulty so as to enable a discussion to take lacewhich miht otherwise have led to
disputap , g tion ; and indeed , such was the estimation in which it was held , that in 1779 , the Grand Lodge passed that well remembered law , that no Brother should be appointed a Grand Officer unless he was at the time a member of the Stewards'Lod ge ; and no brother could be a member who had not served at the Grand Feast . Thus clearly acknowledging the necessity of a preparatory testimony , and confirming the utility of the Lodge , and the advantages which it had conferred the Craft
upon . in 1768 , the public nights , which were only occasionally held , were appointed speciall y to be held in March and December . They have continued without other intermission than by order of Grand Lodge , . when all meetings have been suspended in times of mourning . The honorary medal which is appended to the Master ' s Jewel , is a testimony that this Lod ge supported the Craft in time of need .
In 1702 , the Stewards' Lodge , till then No . 47 , was placed without number at the top of the list , and in 1799 , was designated by Grand Lodge as the ' [ Grand Stewards' Lodge . " This outline is but a faintendeavour to bring before the company on the celebration of the centenary , some of the general services this lodge may have rendered , and I cheerfull y leave the proper interpretation of my omissions to their kindest consideration , while I approach the period when its zenith
was hallowed by the presence of our Illustrious Grand Master , II . R . H . the Duke of Sussex , in 1815 , who , by his gracious condescension , confirmed the Grand Stewards' Lodge in their rights and privileges , replying to a memorial on the subject with that urbanity and decision which has always marked his character . This period is indeed interesting to every member of the Lodge ; the minute books afford ample proofs of the loyalty of the members , to their princely ruler , and of the attachment of H . R . 11 . to the Lodsre .
I here draw the veil , and close the sanctuary for another century . Lastly , I come to a distressing subject , in announcing that IT . R . IT . has been compelled to decline our invitation this evening , on account of Ins want of sight . M y brethren , could he but have witnessed our devotion to Ins sway , our veneration for his character , our affection for ins person , it might have cheered him in the continuance of those exalted duties which may it please the Great Architect he may exercise for
many years , it would convince him that however all lodges unite in respectful attachment , none , no , not one , exceeds the Grand Stewards ' Lodge in those sentiments which form the Mason ' s pride , and become the Mason ' s hope . I conclude with proposing the health of our Illustrious Grand Master , H . R . IT . the Duke of Sussex . ( Loud and long continued cheering , followed by the glee " Hail , Star of Brunswick . " ) 3 i