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he happy , and he would do his duty , without fear or favour , to those who had the entree to the Grand Lodge . He urged them to attend the first Wednesday in June to support Bro . James Stephens , P . M .. who was a candidate for the Board of General Purposes . Bro- Stephens had worked hard for Freemasonry , and no one better deserved that honour . He was the founder of a few lodges , and had been through the chair several times , and was an ardent supporter of the three Institutions , of which he was Vice-Patron for each . ...

The toast of " The Officers" was responded to in some excellent speeches by Bros . Geddes , S . W . ; Arthur Church , J . W . ; VV . Banks , J . D . ; F . Orfeur , D . C . ; and R . Devereaux , Org . The Tyler ' s toast ended a most enjoyable gathering . The vocal and musical entertainment was carried out by Bros . A . Church , C . E , I . uker , H . Green , W . Banks , J . E . Hill , Devereux , and P . Becker , but special mention may be made of fins . Green , Banks , and Hill .

Earl Spencer Lodge , No . 1420 . The installation meeting of this lodge was held at Stanley ' s Restaurant , Lavender , gardens , S . W ., on the ifith ult ., present : Bros . R . O . Moody , P . M ., W . M . ; H . S . Windsor , S . W . ; H . J . Ollive , J . W . ; A . Southam , P . M ., Sec . ; A . C . Mead , S . D . ; G . T . Mellish , J . D . ; H . J . Martin , I . G . ; H . G . Hills , P . M ., D . C . ; P . Dodd , Stwd . ; W . II . Kempster , M . D ., P . M ., P . G . Stwd . ; J . T . Pilditch , P . M . ; J . Merry , P . M . ; W . H . Ball , T . Gregory , H . J . Adams , andG . Andrews . Visitors : Bros . C . White , 1790 ; A . H . Warran , 1641 ; R . Brembleby , 1622 ; F . Ore , 1293 ; W . W . Westley , 1 S 6 ; J . Hay , P M . 1622 ; W . F . Woods , P . M . 16 94 ; A . A . Foley , W . M . 2417 ; L . Honig ,

141 ; and G . Hudson , P . M . 141 . The minutes of the previous meeting having been read and confirmed , the report of the Permanent Committee was received , which showed the lodge to be in a highly prosperous state , a sum of £ iSo being in hand . During the year 40 guineas had been given to the Charities . Bro . Henry Samuel Windsor , Master elect , was presented by Bro . W . H . Kempster , P . M ., P . G . Stwd ., and duly installed in the chair by the retiring Master , Bro . R . Q . Moody , P . M . The VV . M . then invested his officers as follows : Bros . H . J . Ollive , S . W . ; A . C . Mead , J . W . ; R . Q . Moody , P . M ., I . P . M . ; E . Spooner , P . M ., Treas . ; A . Southam , P . M ., Sec .: G . T . Mellish , S . D . ; H . J . Martin , J . D . ; H . G . Hills , P . M ., D . C . ; P . Dodd , I . G . ; H . J . Adams , Stwd . ; and J . GilbertTyler .

, The lodge being closed , the usual banquet was held , when the loyal and Masonic toasts were given and duly honoured . Bros . W . F . Woods . A . A . Foley , and G . Hudson responded to the toast of " The Visitors . " The musical arrangements were under the direction of Bro . Louis Honig , who

presented to each brother a copy of his newly-composed song , " Loved Richmond , " which has been accepted by her Majesty the Queen and other members of the Royal Family . During the evening a handsome Past Master's jewel was presented to Bro . R . O , Moody , P . M ., for the excellent manner in which he had discharged the duties of the chair during his year of office .

Henry Muggeridge Lodge , No . 1679 . The installation meeting of this very popular and flourishing lodge was held on the 25 th ult ., at Anderton's Hotel , Fleet-street . Bro . John W . Woodthorpe , VV . M ., presided , supported by Bros . Thos . Sibley , S . W . ; R . J . Hall , J . W . ; A . Sack , P . M ., Treas . ; G . Clark , P . M ., Sec ; C . J . Sowton , S . D . ; J . W . Gomm , J . D . ; T . C . VV . Elstob , LG . ; S . W . Rcddall , P . M . ; VV . Boyce , I . P . M . ; A . Street , P . M . ; R . Stampfer , P . M . ; J . T . Penney , P . M . ; C . Arnold , P . M . ; Horace Laws , A . Patman .

G . J . £ torey , Paul Bevan , C . W . Hiscocks , T . P . Baragwanth , R . M . Crompton , T . F . Strutt , T . R . Russell , C . E . Blogg , A . Allengame , M . Henry , and } . Rawles , Tyler . The visitors were Bros . R E . Clarke , P . M . 1158 ; E . Anderson , P . M " . 4 g and 715 ; W . N . Cochrane , J . W . 1379 ; J . Stephens , P . M . 24 G 6 ; J . Sibley , J . VV . 2466 ; W . W . Jaggard , 1929 ; T . C . Edmonds , P . M . 1507 ; VV . H . Keeble , S . W . 615 ; F . Surrey , 85 S ; VV . Jordan , and R . T . West , 1744 .

After the confirmation of the minutes of the previous meetiug , the VV . M . raised Bros . Hiscocks , Baragwanth , Paul , Bevan . and Storey to the Third Degree . Bro . Woodthorpe ' s working of the ritual was excellent . Bro . Thomas Sibley , the VV . M . elect , was then presented and installed in a most exemplary manner by the outgoing Master , Bro . J . W . Woodthorpe . The new W . M . appointed and invested the following as his officers : Bros . R . J . Hall , S . W . ; C . J . Sowton , J . D . ; Alfred Sack

P . M ., Treas . ; George Clark , P . M ., Sec . ; J . W . Gomm , S . D . ; T . C . W . Elstob , J . D . i A . Allengame , I . G . j Horace Laws , Organist ; C . Arnold , P . M ., Stwd . ; S . Stampfer , P . M ., D . C ; and J . Rawles , Tyler . The usual addresses were very ably rendered by Bro . J . VV . Woodthorpe , for which he deserved the highest praise . The lodge was then closed , and a recherche' banquet followed , which was supplied by Bro . A . Clemow in his best style , and admirably served under the personal superintendence of Bro . Evans .

At the conclusion of the repast , the W . M ., in most becoming terms , presented the usual loyal and Masonic toasts , which were duly received . Bro . Woodthorpe , I . P . M ., proposed thetoastof "The W . M . " He said that it was his privilege and very pleasant duty to submit the toast , which he knew would be received with acclamation . Bro . Sibley had long been associated with the lodge , in which he had filled all the offices in a very efficient manner , and there was not the shadow of a doubt but that he would carry out his new duties with honour and credit to

the lodge , and its high reputation would be thoroughly maintained by him . The toast was enthusiastically received , as was Bro . Sibley , the W . M ., on rising to respond . He said he was much gratified at his reception and for the kind things said of him . It was somewhat difficult for him to adequately respond at all times , but that was an exceptional occasion . He was indeed proud to be Master of that , his mother lodge , in which he had received every kindness from them all , and he earnestly hoped to be able to do everything required of him in a satisfactory manner .

The W . M . gave "The Installing and Immediate Past Master , Bro . Woodthorpe , " remarking that he had had a splendid year of ofiice , and his working of the ritual could not be excelled . He was honoured to have been installed by so worthy a member , and in following him he had a difficult task . He need not further dilate upon his many qualities , except to add that he had the affection of all the members , and , in presenting him with a Past Master's jewel and collar , he hoped they would have his assistance for many years . Tu . : -o it . - fit— : ~ :- — :.: » .. tin , _ j L .. , t . ,, ¦¦ .. jewel uuitne luiiumug uiaeiipui / M t i tne

„ _ _ *« c c .- cacmcu uy nenry rwuggeridge Lodge , No . 1679 , to Bro . John VV . Woodthorpe , P . M ., as a mark of esteem , and in recognition of the able and efficient manner in which he discharged the duties of VV . M . during his year of ofiice . " Bro . Woodthorpe , who was well received , responded . He appreciated the kind words of the W . M ., and he thanked the members for their cordial reception . During his year of office he had endeavoured to carry out the programme which he had laid down when he was installed . He then undertook to carry out the working in the Stability form—that workiner which their dear Bro . Henrv Mucrreridrre loved = n w » ll—anrl h » h „ H

the satisfaction of feeling that evening that he had redeemed his promise . In doing so 'he harmony of the lodge had not been disturbed , and he had their evidence in the collar andjewel that his endeavours had been appreciated . He thanked them sincerely for the handsome jewel , which he should treasure most highly , and he would wear it with pride on every suitable occasion . He had received very able assistance from his oflicers , and he took that opportunity of tendering to them his best thanks . To acouire a knowledge

ii rltua b including the ceremony of installation , was no easy task for a busy man , and he would strongly urge upon the younger brethren , who were aspiring to ofiice , the necessity of preparing themselves by anticipation , so that when their time arrived they Wight not be found wanting . In conclusion he expressed a hope that his efforts to Preserve the good fellowship amongst the members had succeeded , and that they were as well satisfied with the result as he was .

. 'n giving " The Visitors , " the W . M . observed that it was a toast that was a ¦ avoured one there , and he was honoured with their presence , and he hoped to see them * Sain and again . He associated with the toast the names of Bros . R . E . Clarke , P . M ' - Anderson , P . M . ; J . Stephens , P . M . ; John Sibley , and VV . R . Keeble . . Bro . R . E . Clarke , P . M ., responded . He was thankful for the great welcome the » ' i j ha < * rece ' vcd , a"d he was pleased to have seen the installation of his very old "™ * r friend , Bro . Sibley , who would make one of the best of Masters . Their -steemed Bro . Henry Muggeridge consecrated his lodge—the Southern Star—of which ne ( Bro . Clark ) was the founder .

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Bro . E . Anderson , P . M ., said that it afforded him very much pleasure to be there , as the name of their lodge and of the lodge of instruction brought to his mind many happy recollections . It was an honoured one , and as such would be handed down to posterity , and as one who had worked hard in everything to promote the interests of Freemasonry . Bro . Stephens , P . M ., also replied , bearing testimony to the excellent working of the Installing piaster , and making special reference to the able manner the VV . M . had invested his officers , which , he ventured to think was ample proof that he would be able to carry out his duties with eclat .

Bro . John Sibley , in a short but earnest speech , given with much feeling , stated that he could not express in words the pleasure he felt in seeing his brother , the VV . M ., installed , but he wished him everything . Bro . VV . H . Keeble said that he and the W . M . had been in Masonic harness together for some years , but that Bro . Sibley had jumped over the traces and was now to the front , and he congratulated him upon the high position he had attained .

In submitting the toast of " The Past Masters , " the VV . M . stated that they were a tower of strength , and were always present in big numbers , which showed that they took a great interest in the lodge , and they were all good fellows and the best of friends . In response , Bro . C . Arnold , P . M ., stated that the Past Masters were getting so numerous that they would be able to form a lodge of their own . He initiated Bro . Siblev , and it afforded him much pleasure to see him installed . He had been an apt scholar , and had come up to the scratch , and with his great knowledge , it went without

saying that he would have a brilliant year of office , and the lodge would not suffer at his hands . Bro . J . T . Penney also replied in appropriate terms . The Worshipful Master gave "The Treasurer and Secretary , " observing that they were two splendid officers , and they looked forward to their being appointed year after year , as they could not do without them . Then , as to Bro . Sack , the Treasurer , he had been a member for many years , being the first initiate of the lodge . Bro . A . Sack , P . M ., Treas ., responded . He had stated on many occasions that

they would have two excellent Masters in Bros . Woodthorpe and Sibley , and as to the former , he had had a brilliant year of office , and was succeeded by one who was an excellent worker of the ritual , and who would maintain the good fellowship and brotherly love that existed in the lodge . They were indebted to Bro . Anderson , their able Preceptor , for the way he had turned out Bro . Woodthorpe , who was one of his pupils . He earnestly advocated the claims of the Charities , and urged the members to give more freely . Bro . Clark , P . M ., Sec . also replied in eloquent terms .

The toast of The Officers , was heartily received and responded to by Bros . R . J . Hall , S . W . ; C . J . Sowton , J . VV . ; J . W . Gomm , S . D . ; and Horace Laws , Org . During the evening , atelegram was sent from the W . M . and the members to Bro . Henry Muggeridge with " Hearty good wishes . " The musical entertainment was excellently carried out under the able direction of Bro . Carl Brandt in which the following also took part : Bro . Horace Laws , Mr . Herbert Stockwell , Miss Maude Ballard , and Miss Lilian Close .

The portrait of Bro . Sibley , the VV . M ., appears in our Gallery of Worshipful Masters .

London Scottish Rifles Lodge , No . 2310 . The above lodge held its installation meeting at the Criterion , Piccadilly Circus , W ., on Thursday , the iGth ult . The lodge was opened by the W . M ., Bro . S . F . Mackway . The minutes of the last regular meeting being read and confirmed , the ceremony of installation was proceeded with , and Bro . J . I . Mackay was installed in the most impressive manner by Bro . S . F . Mackway , and the following officers were invested : Bros . Lieut . J . A . Braik , S . VV . ; R . B . Fowler , J . W . ; E . J . Husey , Treas . ; W . H . Pardoe , Sec ; R . Grant , S . D . ; J . McKinlay , J . D . ; W . Evans , I . G . ; Capt . D . Whyte ,

D . C ; A . Howden , A . D . C ; Capt . Graham Gordon , acting Org ., and A . Gray , Stwds . ; and R . S . Ward , Tyler . The following visitors were present : Bros . j . A . Mills , 1685 ; T . R . Roberts , P . M . 119 G ; R . Maitland Coffin , 2190 ; H . J . Turner , 1767 ; W . B . Neville , VV . M . 1767 ; H . Kenwood , J . D . 25 G ; E . Marquet , J . D . 1107 ; J . W . Barker , P . M . 17 G 7 ; VV . Grant , 1635 ; R . H . Williams , P . M . 865 ; J . Fox , P . M . 2000 ; J . Smith , S . D . 1598 ; and J . Hill , P . M ., Treas . 165 S , P . G . S . B . Surrey . The lodge was closed , and the brethren adjourned to banquet , which was fully appreciated by all .

The usual loyal and Masonic toasts were given and duly honoured . During the evening Bro . S . F . Mackway was presented with a beautiful Past Master ' s jewel , for which he returned thanks . The following brethren assisted in an excellent musical programme : Bros . R . Mackway , Braik , and Mackenzie , and recitations by Bro . Smith . The Tyler ' s toast and " Auld Lang Syne" brought one of the most successful evenings , and such as will no doubt be not easily forgotten by the brethren present , to a close .

The Duke of Fife Lodge , No . 2345 . The members of this lodge met at the Alexandra Hotel , Clapham Common , on Wednesday , the 15 th ult ., when there were present Bros . John Langdon , W . M . ; Charles Woods , S . W . ; John Mitchell , P . M ., J . W ., A . Harvey , I . P . M . ; S . Cochrane , P . G . Treas . Kng . ; E . Bevan , P . M . ; R . Steele , P . M ., Treas . ; J . VV . Folkard , P . M ., Sec ; T . Morris , S . D . ; A . Robertson , J . D . ; Winny , I . G . ; Baldwin , Stwd . ; W . W . Westley , P . M ., D . C ; Patrick , P . M ., Tyler ; Wycr , P . M ., P . P . G . D . C . Kent ; Machin , P . M . ; Lavender , Fitch , C . VV . Shannaw , Hambledon , and others . Bro . Lavender was elected a country member .

The members , after the meeting , spent a very pleasant evening together . Bro . S . Cochrane , P . G . T ., responded in an able and telling speech for " The Grand Officers ; " Bro . John Langdon to the toast of "The Worshipful Master ; " Bros . Harvey and Bevan to that of " The Past Masters ; " Bros . Woods , S . VV ., Mitchell , J . W ., Moiris , S . D ., Robertson , J . D ., Winney , I . G ., and Baldwin , Stwd ,, for "The Officers ; " and " The Treasurer " and "Secretary" for themselves .

PROVINCIAL MEETINGS . Hesketh Lodge , No . 950 . The installation of the W . Al . elect , Bro . G . Dickenson , J . VV ., took p lace at the Crown Hotel , Fleetwood , on Wednesday evening , the 15 th ult . The following brethren were present : Bros . A . Gibson , W . M . ; G . Dickenson , ) . W . ; B . Ilainsworth , P . M ., P . P . J . G . D ., Treas . ; G . Schjoth , P . M ., Sec ; R . C Greenwood , S . D . j F . J . Tnompson , J . D . ; Captain Robertson , P . M ., D . C ; P . Williams , I . G . ; R . E . Mann ,

J . W . Watkinson , and VV . C . Ingham , Stewards ; W . Robinson , B . B . ; J . N . Clarkson , P . M . ; T . Mahir , P . M . ; S . Scott , K . T . Gardner , W . Lawrence , W . Redman , G . H . Cox , J . R , Sumner , and | . Gibson , Tyler . The following were the visiting brethren : Bros . J . Rogers , P . M . ; R . Nicholson , P . M ., P . P . G . P . ; R . Bartram ; H . Humphreys ; R . O . Roe . W . M . 125 G ; J . Bilsborough , W . M . ; T . Kastham , P . M . ; E . Wolstenholme , W . M . 703 ; J . VV . Clayton , P . M ., D . C . 2257 ; J . Chadwick , P . M . ; O . Wettore ; ] . Wray , P . M ., P . P . G . S . B . ; ) . R . Gaulter ; H . A . Parkinson , P . M . ; | . Thornborouch ; and J . Ballard , P . M ., P . P . G . S . B .

Bro . A . Gibson , VV . M ., installed his successor very creditably , and was assisted by the following : Bros . B . Hainsworth , P . M ., P . P . J . G . D . ; J . N . Clarkson , P . M . ; and T . Mahir , P . M . All the working was excellent . The following brethren were invested as oflicers for the ensuing year : Bros . A . Gibson , I . P . M . ; R . C . Greenwood , S . VV . ; F . J . Thompson , | . W . ; B . Hiinsworth , M . A ., P . M ., P . P . J . G . D ., Treas . ; G . Schjoth , Secretary ; P . Williams , S . D . ; R . E . Mann , J . D . ; | . Robertson , P . M ., D . C ; J . R . Sumner , Org . ; J . VV . Watkinson , I . G . ; VV . C Ingham , W . II . Robinson , and G . H . Cox , Stwds . j H . C . Kent , Ban . Br . ; and J . Gibson , Tyler . Bro .

J . N . Clarkson , P . M ., presented the Judge with a hindsome engravinjr of the Eirl 1 f Lathom , Pro Giand Master ot England and Prov , G . Master of West Lancashire . Bio . A . Gibson was also presented with a Past Master ' s jswel . A banquet , well served by host Duckworth , subsequently look place . The usual loyal and Masonic toasts were given and responded to . A capital musical programme ( both vocal and instrumental ) was thoroughly enjoyed , the following taking part : Bros . R . C Greenwood , A . Gibson , J . Thornborou «; h , S . Scott , H . C Kent , G . II . Cox , VV . II . Robinson , F . J . Thompson ( mandoline ) , and | . R . Sumner , accompanist .