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by H . R . H . the M . W . G . M . at the Albeit Hall . The second interesting item was the admission as joining members of two distinguished brethren who also were honoured With promotion by the M . W . G . M ., MZ ., BIOS . Barron L . Barnett , P . G . D , P . D G . M . Oueensland , and Felix Gottlieb , P . A . G . D . C , P . D . GM ' . Eastern Archipelago . The chair was taken by Bro . Lennox Browne , W .. V 1 ., who
was supported by Bros . A . J . A . Trendell , C . M . G ., S . W . ; Ernest S . Turner , Sec ; Andrew Miller , S . D . ; W . D . Harding , J . D ; Henry Tanner , P . M ., D . C ; E . E . Berlandina , I . G . ; Sir Philip Cunliffe Owen , I . P . M . ; E . E . Harding , W . R . Henderson , A . Harvey , J . I . Wedgwood , M . D ., Courtenay Warner , Capt . H . VV . Thaciher , and others . The visitors included Bros . T . S . Jackson ,
( Scotch Constitution ); J . Lewis Thomas , F . S . A ., P . A . G . D . C ; Spencer T . Tteffry , 977 ; Harry Tipper , W . M . 1 S 5 ; and W . W . Lee , 1 S 97 . The lodge having been formally opened , the minutes of the preceding meeting were read and confirmed . The ballot was then taken for Bros . Barron L . Barnett , P . G . D ., p . D . G . M . Queensland , and Felix Gottlieb , P . A . G . D . C ,
P . D . G . M . Eastern Archipelago , as joining members , and , being unanimous in their favour , they were cordially welcomed into the ledge by the W . M . Capt . H . W . Thatcher and Mr . Courtenay Warner were next initiated into Freemasonry by Bio . Lennox Browne , VV . M ., the charge being very effectively rendered by Bro . Barnett , P . G . D . The W . M . then said they were fortunate that
evening in having elected two brethren as joining members who had received , at the great meeting at the Albert Hall , ihe distinguished honour of Past Grand rank . But they also had the gratifying testimony of witnessing a similar privilege conlerred on their I . P . M ., and he was sure that their Bro . Sir Philip Cunliffe Owen , I . P . M ., would not dispute that his position as the I . P . M . of the
Empire Lodge , which had been so signally successful in obtaining the countenance and respect of those high in authority , was possibly one of the claims to the distinction he had recieved . The members liked to feel it was so , and that a great honour had been paid to the lodge by the promotion of its first W . M . As soon as he heard of it , he ventured to take action , knowing the brethren would join
w ' nh him in offering to Sir P . C . Owen the regalia of the office of P . G . D . The responses he had received showed that he had but interpreted their wishes . He now had the honour and pleasure of offering Bro . Sir Philip Cunliffe Owen , their I . P . M ., the clothing and regalia befitting his rank , trusting he would be spared for many years to wear it in the Empire Lod ^ e , and that the members might long
be proud of the distinction he had attained in the Craft . Bro . Sir Philip Cunliffe Oiven , K . C . M . G ., P . G . D ., I . P . M ., said he felt deeply grateful for this mark of their satisfaction at his poor efforts in the office he had served as the first VV . M . of the lodge . ' 1 hey were all aware under what circumstances he undertook that office , and how much he was indebted to the indulgence of the lodge . He was
not able to perform the duties as he should have wished ; but he threw himself thoroughly into the interests of their lodge , and he looked forward to it becoming a great institution in bringing Colonial brethren into harmony with the brethren of the Empire Lodge . He felt grateful to them for the honour paid him , which would be a life long reminder , and the kindness he had received from them .
The resignation of Bro . Woolf having been received with regret , the lodge was closed in due form , and the brethren adjourned to an excellent banquet . The usual loyal and Masonic toasts were subsequently duly honoured , the two first , viz ., " The Oueen and the Craft" and " H . R . H . the Prince of Wales , M . W . G . M ., " being heartily received .
The Worshipful Master , in giving "The Grand Officers , " said they were fortunate and proud in having several honorary members who are Grand Officers , and also their revered and worthy friend , Bro . E . E . Wendt , the Secretary for German Correspondence . They had present with them on that occasion three members who were Past Grand
Officers and a visitor who was a Grand Officer . As he should afterwards ask them to drink the health of their I . P . M ., Bro . Sir Philip Cunliffe Owen , P . G . D ., and as he should reserve their distinguished visitor for another toast , he should couple the names of their two joining members—Bros . Barnett , P . G . D ., and Gottlieb , P . A . G . D . C .
Bro . Barron L . Barnett , P . G . D ., P . D . G . M . Queensland , in reply , said he felt somewhat embarrassed to find himsef the representative and spokesman of such distinguished Masons as the Pro Grand Master and the Deputy Grand Master . The brethren had the opportunity or hearing those two eminent men at the recent Jubilee celebration , and he was sure it must have struck those present with
the importance of the occasion . It was a most noble sight , and very impressive of the wonderful power for good of the great advancing and prospering body of English Freemasonry . Those who saw nothing but English Freemasonry could not compare , as he could , the different Constitutijns , and could not appreciate the enormous influence of Masonry abroad . He trusted that the Masons of other
Constitutions would not be annoyed when he said that the more English Freemasonry was worked , the more he was deli ghted to be an humble member of it . The greatest and most undeniable testimony that could be procured in favour of Masonry would have been to unite the English-speaking Masons in the United Kingdom under one Grand Lodge , and thns do away with the divided control . He had
mentioned the idea to the Grand Secretary , who thought it was ctuite impossible ; but it would have been a great thing if they could have seen a united English-speaking Freemasonry under one banner and one government . Masonry Was an important factor in the government of the world , and the celebration at the Albert Hall , when the fl nver of England were present , must have taught them that its
extension was wonderful . On that interesting occasion he was thrilled at the magnificent sight , and he considered it an honour to have taken part in « » and he felt the greatest sentiment of regard that he should be singled out as a recipient of tavour . He thanked them for the way in which they had received him , and as he was now a member he might , in
' 'hat capacity , say a great deal to them . He did not wish ? he considered didactic , but he desired to say what he should | ike done if this lodge was to assume the position intended for it . It had a large amount of work in forming * rall ying place for brethren , but in this respect it was not Q'tterent from other lodges . A lodge was a place where j vry Mason could find a home , so that this , as an English toh c i ?' med to he that which every lodge had the right Qbe . The Empire Lodge must form the centre o £ com-
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munication for colonial brethren , and must enable them , should they have difficult questions to be solved , to be answered by the foreign Secretary . If was also advisable that , if possible , the colonial members should have an established working . It should be a place where brethren might obtain the information they could not obtain elsewhere , and the members should have the means of intercourse whilst absent from the country , and that intercourse
should re-commence more intimately on their ainval here . It was by such means as these that the lodge would be brought into closer contact with the colonies , and he was convinced it was equal to its work . He offered them his fraternal advice , and if they wished to make the lodge what it should be , they must do these things or they would not earn the respect they ought to have . In conclusion , he returned thanks for the Grand Officers who formed the
principal part of the toast . "The Health of the W . M . " was next given by Bro . Sir Philip C . Owen , who said it became his pleasing duty to propose what was considered the toast of the evening . They had seen the important part Bro . Lennox Browne had taken in all that concerned the lodge since its formation , and they had been most fortunate in having him as
a founder and as a VV . Master . Had it not been for the spirit and determination he possesses this lodge would not have been started . He ( Sir Philip ) looked back upon the time when he had many visits from the W . M ., who pressed him into service by his kindly manner . He was sure they had listened with p leasure to the advice of the distinguished brother from Queensland , and was sure they
ought to take it to their hearts . They would not forget what he had said , but would endeavour to take advantage of the lesson , and he was sure they would have the sympathy of all those who wished to help in the fulfilment of the mission the lodge had before it . He sincerely hoped the VV . M . would livelong to be amongst them , and would live for ever in the memory of those who knew how well
he had performed his duties . He gave them the toast of the W . M . Bro . Lennox Browne , W . M ., in reply , said he was very gratified when he found there were two Grand Officers about to join them , and he was delighted to think that the brother from Queensland had fired them with enthusiasm to be better than they were . He was sure they would
agree with him in anything that stimulated them to do their work better , and he felt it was fitting they should have such a stirring speech as they had heard . He had had the opportunity of being frequently in communication with Bro . Barnett , who had promised to help him in the letter to be sent to their colonial brethren , respecting the objects and work this lodge has in view . He was deeply sensible
of the kind words used by Bro . Sir Philip Owen in proposing the toast , and he was convinced the brethren were also sensible of the kindness shown by that distinguished brother in coming among them . They were delighted to see him , and he could remind them that when the lodge was being formed he asked Sir Philip to support them , when that brother answered that although he was
overwhelmed with work he could not refuse to do his utmost to ensure its success . Sir Philip hid done a great deal for them , for without his name they would not have obtained the success the lodge had achieved . He would ask them to drink to " Their I . P . M ., Bro . Sir Philip C . Owen , " whom they all loved and respected , and congratulated on the distinguished honour of Past Grand rank .
Bro . Sir Philip Cunliffe Owen , P . G . D ., I . P . M ., said he had to thank them for the way in which his health had been proposed , and the manner in which it had been received . The W . M . had alluded to his name , and he hoped that it would be his part to give a " fillip " to their proceedings so that they should be able to gain esteem and respect by following the excellent advice of Bro . Barnett . He was
proud to be honoured with the rank he had received , and he also esteemed it a privilege to remember that he was present when their friend and brother—Bro . Barnett—was received with such unanimous acclamation by the large body of Masons present at the Albert Hall . He should always remember with pleasure that they first assisted him to put on his Grand Lodge clothing , and he begged
to thank them for their kind and useful gift . He sincerely thanked them for that mark of their esteem . His reign had passed away , but it was a pleasant thing to know that he lived in the memory of his brethren around him . He should do all he could to carry out the efforts of that lodge , and to make it a lodge worthy of the brethren in
the colonie ; , and of those for whom he had learned to have the greatest possible affection and regard . He wished to add one word to the brother who was going back to Queensland . They had endeavoured to give him a hearty welcome , and if other brethren visited them from across the seas , they would find the right hand of fellowship extended by the Empire Lodge .
" The Initiates" having been given , and responded to by the newly-initiated brethren , the W . M . proposed "The Visitors , " offering them a hearty welcome , and coupling with the toast the name of Bro . Lewis Thomas , P . A . G . D . C . Bro . J . Lewis Thomas , P . A . G . D . C , returned thanks for the kind hospitality displayed , and expressed the delight of the visitors at the entertainment they had received . The
working they had witnessed and the profuse hospitality would certainly induce visitors to endeavour to repeat their visit . He could not sympathise with those who despised what is known as the " Fourth" Degree , and could notsay it was an admirable thing only to rehearse that ceremony but once a year . Masonry was first associated as a social body , and out of it there had been built up those three
splendid Charitable Institutions . He was quite sure from the excellent remarks that had fallen from the initiates that ahhough they had been impressed with the ceremony and with the address delivered by the distinguished brother from Queensland , they , nevertheless , were also impressed with the kind and cordial welcome they had received . He , as the mouthpiece of the visitors , begged to return thanks
for the hospitality shown them . Bro . Trendell , S . W ., replied for "The Officers , " and on their behalf thanked the W . M . for the kind terms in which he had proposed the toast , and assured him that the enjoyable meetings at his house for the rehearsal of the work would form one of the pleasantest reminiscences of his year
of office . I hey all appreciated the interest taken by the W . M . in the lodge , and hoped that the example of his excellent working would be followed by every brother that came into office . They had listened with great interest to the speech of Bro . Barnett , and they felt very much that the heart and spirit with which he spoke should be infused into all , and they hoped to carry out the views they had
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heard so ably expressed . He was convinced their lodge had a great future before it , and to carry out the work successfully , they would each endeavour in the future to perform their duties better than they had done in the past . The Tyler ' s toast was then given by Bro . Nicholls , and the proceedings terminated .
HUGUENOT LODGE ( No . 2140 ) .-The installation meeting of this lodge was held on the 15 th ult ., Bro . Charles John Shoppee , P . M . 3 S 2 and senior member of that lodge ( viz ., since 1848 ) , was installed as VV . M ., Bro . A . G . Browning , P . M . 33 , was appointed S . W ., and Bro . Major G . Lambert , F . S . A ., P . M . 19 S and other lodges , and P . G . S . B ., J . W . The installation ceremony was
performed by Bro . Charles Herbert Shoppee , P . M . 162 ( the eldest son of the W . M . ) , and member of lodges Nos . 5 , 99 , and 2140 . Several well-known brethren were present , including Bros . E . H . Burnell , P . M . 197 , P . G . S . ; Hopkinson , P . M . 14 , P . G . S . ; E . Monteuuis , P . M . 14 , P . G . S . Bro . J . G . Layard was passed to the Second Degree .
ANGLO-AMERICAN LODGE ( No . 2191 ) . —A regular meeting of this lodge was held at the Criterion , Piccadilly , on Wednesday , the 22 nd ult . Bro . Brackstone Baker , P . G . D ., W . M ., presided , and was supported by Bros . Adolphus Clark , S . W . ; F . Kedge , J . W . ; Rev . 1 . Studholme Brownrigg , P . G . Chap ., Chaplain ; J . B . Cummmg , Treasurer ; George Reynolds , Secretary : G .
H . Reynolds , I . G . ; J . Skinner , James Woodward , Stwd . ; C A . Itter , T . H . Tilton , P . D . G . M . N . Y . City ; C . Corby , P . M . ; James Kowe , J . Jackson , W . Donald , and Dr . R . Cross . Visitors : Bros . W . li . Perrett , P . P . G . D . of C . Somerset ; W . Hancock , 1056 ; Dr . J . J . Wedgwood , 1361 ; W . Kedge , 749 ; S . ephen Johnson , S . W . 1297 ; tf . Calvert , 709 ; and W . W . Lee 1 S 97 .
, The lodge having been opened in due form , the minutes of the last meeting were readand confirmed . Unfortunately , there was no work before the lodge , as Mr . B . J . Somers , a candidate for initiation , and Bro . G . VV . Cumberpatch , who was to be passed to the Second Degree , were both unavoidably absent through illness . The W . M . made two suggestions to the brethren , both of which are calculated
to turther the peculiar and praiseworthy object this lodge has in view . The first was that American brethren when visiting this coumry should be allowed to join at a small joining lee , and continue members whilst remaining in England . The second proposition was that anangements should be made so that any American brotner could visit the lodge and enjoy the banquet on payment of the usual
fee , thus placing him in an independent position , and abolishing the necessity of obtaining an invitation from a member . The W . M ., in the course of his remarks , observed that he was not yet prepared to move a resolution on the subject , but merely suggested those ideas to the brethren with the hope that they would consider them before the next meeting . He was convinced that if they could
be carnedoutit would promote universality and fraternisation amongst English and American Masons . The following brethren were proposed as joining members by the W . M ., and seconded by the Secretary : Bros . Dr . J . J . Wedgwood , 1361 ; F . H . Gottlieb , P . D . G . M . Straits Settlements ; and Alderman P . De Keyser , 21 . Bro . W . Hancock , 1056 , was also proposed by the Secretary ,
and seconded by Bro . G . H . Reynolds , I . G . The W . M . expressed regret at the absence of Bro . Major Geo . Lambert , P . G . Swd . Br ., who was engaged with the Goldsmiths' Company , and a cordial vote of thanks was accorded to him for his services rendered as Steward at the recent Festival of the Boys' School , and for his generosity
in subscribing ten guineas on behalf of the lodge , and thus securing the votes in perpetuity . It having been intimated that a number of distinguished Masons from America would arrive in this country next month , a Committee was appointed to consider tne best means of entertaining them .
The lodge was closed in due form , and the brethren adjourned to an excellent banquet in the Princes Room . Bro . Brackstone Baker , W . M ., presided with his wellknown geniality , and the customary loyal and Masonic toasts were duly honoured . " Ihe Queen and the Craft , " and " H . R . H . the Prince of Wales , M . W . G . M ., " were first given by the VV . M .
, who referred to the recent public demonstrations of loyalty , and were received by the brethren with enthusiasm . The Worshipful Master then said the next toast was that of " Ihe Grand Officers . " That toast would be a comprehensive one , for they had been recently living at the rate of fifty or sixty per week . There was a time , when he was simply W . M . of a lodge , when he referred to
the Grand Officers as comprising all that was wise and learned , and that he considered they should be looked upon as the guardians of the landmarks of the Order , but when he became a Grand Officer he found they were men who had done good work in Masonry , but whose knowledge of the Craft was not more extensive than some of the outside brethren . Thus , the Grand Officers and brethren
represented Dives and Lazarus . The latter were those who wanted to be Grand Officers , whilst the former were clothed in purple and fine linen . Bro . Rev . J . Studholme Brownrigg , P . G . Chap ., said that during the first portion of the W . M . ' s speech he had felt how easy it would be to respond , for he had described all that the Grand Officers ought to be , but unfortunately
in the few concluding sentences the VV . M . had pulled down that edifice , and now he expected him to build it up again . He would not shrink from the task under ordinary circumstances , but the W . M . had told him that he was subject to the trailty of wishing to catch early trains , and he would therefore simply say—thank you . In giving "The Health of the Worshipful Master , "
Bro . Tilton , P . D . G . M . New York City , said he thought the brethren would receive this toast very enthusiaslically on the present occasion , for their W . M . was unavoidably absent when they met four weeks ago , and he then called upon a poor substitute to preside in his place . They were well aware that liro . Brackstone Baker had served long and
faithfully in Freemasonry , and had received honours from nearly all the Grand Lodges in America , as well as the Grand Lodge of England . As he had previously told ihem , he had received letters from eminent Masons in New York stating that as Bro . Baker was placed at the head of their Anglo-American Lodge , it was sure to be a success . At the consecration there were numerous Grand Officers
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by H . R . H . the M . W . G . M . at the Albeit Hall . The second interesting item was the admission as joining members of two distinguished brethren who also were honoured With promotion by the M . W . G . M ., MZ ., BIOS . Barron L . Barnett , P . G . D , P . D G . M . Oueensland , and Felix Gottlieb , P . A . G . D . C , P . D . GM ' . Eastern Archipelago . The chair was taken by Bro . Lennox Browne , W .. V 1 ., who
was supported by Bros . A . J . A . Trendell , C . M . G ., S . W . ; Ernest S . Turner , Sec ; Andrew Miller , S . D . ; W . D . Harding , J . D ; Henry Tanner , P . M ., D . C ; E . E . Berlandina , I . G . ; Sir Philip Cunliffe Owen , I . P . M . ; E . E . Harding , W . R . Henderson , A . Harvey , J . I . Wedgwood , M . D ., Courtenay Warner , Capt . H . VV . Thaciher , and others . The visitors included Bros . T . S . Jackson ,
( Scotch Constitution ); J . Lewis Thomas , F . S . A ., P . A . G . D . C ; Spencer T . Tteffry , 977 ; Harry Tipper , W . M . 1 S 5 ; and W . W . Lee , 1 S 97 . The lodge having been formally opened , the minutes of the preceding meeting were read and confirmed . The ballot was then taken for Bros . Barron L . Barnett , P . G . D ., p . D . G . M . Queensland , and Felix Gottlieb , P . A . G . D . C ,
P . D . G . M . Eastern Archipelago , as joining members , and , being unanimous in their favour , they were cordially welcomed into the ledge by the W . M . Capt . H . W . Thatcher and Mr . Courtenay Warner were next initiated into Freemasonry by Bio . Lennox Browne , VV . M ., the charge being very effectively rendered by Bro . Barnett , P . G . D . The W . M . then said they were fortunate that
evening in having elected two brethren as joining members who had received , at the great meeting at the Albert Hall , ihe distinguished honour of Past Grand rank . But they also had the gratifying testimony of witnessing a similar privilege conlerred on their I . P . M ., and he was sure that their Bro . Sir Philip Cunliffe Owen , I . P . M ., would not dispute that his position as the I . P . M . of the
Empire Lodge , which had been so signally successful in obtaining the countenance and respect of those high in authority , was possibly one of the claims to the distinction he had recieved . The members liked to feel it was so , and that a great honour had been paid to the lodge by the promotion of its first W . M . As soon as he heard of it , he ventured to take action , knowing the brethren would join
w ' nh him in offering to Sir P . C . Owen the regalia of the office of P . G . D . The responses he had received showed that he had but interpreted their wishes . He now had the honour and pleasure of offering Bro . Sir Philip Cunliffe Owen , their I . P . M ., the clothing and regalia befitting his rank , trusting he would be spared for many years to wear it in the Empire Lod ^ e , and that the members might long
be proud of the distinction he had attained in the Craft . Bro . Sir Philip Cunliffe Oiven , K . C . M . G ., P . G . D ., I . P . M ., said he felt deeply grateful for this mark of their satisfaction at his poor efforts in the office he had served as the first VV . M . of the lodge . ' 1 hey were all aware under what circumstances he undertook that office , and how much he was indebted to the indulgence of the lodge . He was
not able to perform the duties as he should have wished ; but he threw himself thoroughly into the interests of their lodge , and he looked forward to it becoming a great institution in bringing Colonial brethren into harmony with the brethren of the Empire Lodge . He felt grateful to them for the honour paid him , which would be a life long reminder , and the kindness he had received from them .
The resignation of Bro . Woolf having been received with regret , the lodge was closed in due form , and the brethren adjourned to an excellent banquet . The usual loyal and Masonic toasts were subsequently duly honoured , the two first , viz ., " The Oueen and the Craft" and " H . R . H . the Prince of Wales , M . W . G . M ., " being heartily received .
The Worshipful Master , in giving "The Grand Officers , " said they were fortunate and proud in having several honorary members who are Grand Officers , and also their revered and worthy friend , Bro . E . E . Wendt , the Secretary for German Correspondence . They had present with them on that occasion three members who were Past Grand
Officers and a visitor who was a Grand Officer . As he should afterwards ask them to drink the health of their I . P . M ., Bro . Sir Philip Cunliffe Owen , P . G . D ., and as he should reserve their distinguished visitor for another toast , he should couple the names of their two joining members—Bros . Barnett , P . G . D ., and Gottlieb , P . A . G . D . C .
Bro . Barron L . Barnett , P . G . D ., P . D . G . M . Queensland , in reply , said he felt somewhat embarrassed to find himsef the representative and spokesman of such distinguished Masons as the Pro Grand Master and the Deputy Grand Master . The brethren had the opportunity or hearing those two eminent men at the recent Jubilee celebration , and he was sure it must have struck those present with
the importance of the occasion . It was a most noble sight , and very impressive of the wonderful power for good of the great advancing and prospering body of English Freemasonry . Those who saw nothing but English Freemasonry could not compare , as he could , the different Constitutijns , and could not appreciate the enormous influence of Masonry abroad . He trusted that the Masons of other
Constitutions would not be annoyed when he said that the more English Freemasonry was worked , the more he was deli ghted to be an humble member of it . The greatest and most undeniable testimony that could be procured in favour of Masonry would have been to unite the English-speaking Masons in the United Kingdom under one Grand Lodge , and thns do away with the divided control . He had
mentioned the idea to the Grand Secretary , who thought it was ctuite impossible ; but it would have been a great thing if they could have seen a united English-speaking Freemasonry under one banner and one government . Masonry Was an important factor in the government of the world , and the celebration at the Albert Hall , when the fl nver of England were present , must have taught them that its
extension was wonderful . On that interesting occasion he was thrilled at the magnificent sight , and he considered it an honour to have taken part in « » and he felt the greatest sentiment of regard that he should be singled out as a recipient of tavour . He thanked them for the way in which they had received him , and as he was now a member he might , in
' 'hat capacity , say a great deal to them . He did not wish ? he considered didactic , but he desired to say what he should | ike done if this lodge was to assume the position intended for it . It had a large amount of work in forming * rall ying place for brethren , but in this respect it was not Q'tterent from other lodges . A lodge was a place where j vry Mason could find a home , so that this , as an English toh c i ?' med to he that which every lodge had the right Qbe . The Empire Lodge must form the centre o £ com-
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munication for colonial brethren , and must enable them , should they have difficult questions to be solved , to be answered by the foreign Secretary . If was also advisable that , if possible , the colonial members should have an established working . It should be a place where brethren might obtain the information they could not obtain elsewhere , and the members should have the means of intercourse whilst absent from the country , and that intercourse
should re-commence more intimately on their ainval here . It was by such means as these that the lodge would be brought into closer contact with the colonies , and he was convinced it was equal to its work . He offered them his fraternal advice , and if they wished to make the lodge what it should be , they must do these things or they would not earn the respect they ought to have . In conclusion , he returned thanks for the Grand Officers who formed the
principal part of the toast . "The Health of the W . M . " was next given by Bro . Sir Philip C . Owen , who said it became his pleasing duty to propose what was considered the toast of the evening . They had seen the important part Bro . Lennox Browne had taken in all that concerned the lodge since its formation , and they had been most fortunate in having him as
a founder and as a VV . Master . Had it not been for the spirit and determination he possesses this lodge would not have been started . He ( Sir Philip ) looked back upon the time when he had many visits from the W . M ., who pressed him into service by his kindly manner . He was sure they had listened with p leasure to the advice of the distinguished brother from Queensland , and was sure they
ought to take it to their hearts . They would not forget what he had said , but would endeavour to take advantage of the lesson , and he was sure they would have the sympathy of all those who wished to help in the fulfilment of the mission the lodge had before it . He sincerely hoped the VV . M . would livelong to be amongst them , and would live for ever in the memory of those who knew how well
he had performed his duties . He gave them the toast of the W . M . Bro . Lennox Browne , W . M ., in reply , said he was very gratified when he found there were two Grand Officers about to join them , and he was delighted to think that the brother from Queensland had fired them with enthusiasm to be better than they were . He was sure they would
agree with him in anything that stimulated them to do their work better , and he felt it was fitting they should have such a stirring speech as they had heard . He had had the opportunity of being frequently in communication with Bro . Barnett , who had promised to help him in the letter to be sent to their colonial brethren , respecting the objects and work this lodge has in view . He was deeply sensible
of the kind words used by Bro . Sir Philip Owen in proposing the toast , and he was convinced the brethren were also sensible of the kindness shown by that distinguished brother in coming among them . They were delighted to see him , and he could remind them that when the lodge was being formed he asked Sir Philip to support them , when that brother answered that although he was
overwhelmed with work he could not refuse to do his utmost to ensure its success . Sir Philip hid done a great deal for them , for without his name they would not have obtained the success the lodge had achieved . He would ask them to drink to " Their I . P . M ., Bro . Sir Philip C . Owen , " whom they all loved and respected , and congratulated on the distinguished honour of Past Grand rank .
Bro . Sir Philip Cunliffe Owen , P . G . D ., I . P . M ., said he had to thank them for the way in which his health had been proposed , and the manner in which it had been received . The W . M . had alluded to his name , and he hoped that it would be his part to give a " fillip " to their proceedings so that they should be able to gain esteem and respect by following the excellent advice of Bro . Barnett . He was
proud to be honoured with the rank he had received , and he also esteemed it a privilege to remember that he was present when their friend and brother—Bro . Barnett—was received with such unanimous acclamation by the large body of Masons present at the Albert Hall . He should always remember with pleasure that they first assisted him to put on his Grand Lodge clothing , and he begged
to thank them for their kind and useful gift . He sincerely thanked them for that mark of their esteem . His reign had passed away , but it was a pleasant thing to know that he lived in the memory of his brethren around him . He should do all he could to carry out the efforts of that lodge , and to make it a lodge worthy of the brethren in
the colonie ; , and of those for whom he had learned to have the greatest possible affection and regard . He wished to add one word to the brother who was going back to Queensland . They had endeavoured to give him a hearty welcome , and if other brethren visited them from across the seas , they would find the right hand of fellowship extended by the Empire Lodge .
" The Initiates" having been given , and responded to by the newly-initiated brethren , the W . M . proposed "The Visitors , " offering them a hearty welcome , and coupling with the toast the name of Bro . Lewis Thomas , P . A . G . D . C . Bro . J . Lewis Thomas , P . A . G . D . C , returned thanks for the kind hospitality displayed , and expressed the delight of the visitors at the entertainment they had received . The
working they had witnessed and the profuse hospitality would certainly induce visitors to endeavour to repeat their visit . He could not sympathise with those who despised what is known as the " Fourth" Degree , and could notsay it was an admirable thing only to rehearse that ceremony but once a year . Masonry was first associated as a social body , and out of it there had been built up those three
splendid Charitable Institutions . He was quite sure from the excellent remarks that had fallen from the initiates that ahhough they had been impressed with the ceremony and with the address delivered by the distinguished brother from Queensland , they , nevertheless , were also impressed with the kind and cordial welcome they had received . He , as the mouthpiece of the visitors , begged to return thanks
for the hospitality shown them . Bro . Trendell , S . W ., replied for "The Officers , " and on their behalf thanked the W . M . for the kind terms in which he had proposed the toast , and assured him that the enjoyable meetings at his house for the rehearsal of the work would form one of the pleasantest reminiscences of his year
of office . I hey all appreciated the interest taken by the W . M . in the lodge , and hoped that the example of his excellent working would be followed by every brother that came into office . They had listened with great interest to the speech of Bro . Barnett , and they felt very much that the heart and spirit with which he spoke should be infused into all , and they hoped to carry out the views they had
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heard so ably expressed . He was convinced their lodge had a great future before it , and to carry out the work successfully , they would each endeavour in the future to perform their duties better than they had done in the past . The Tyler ' s toast was then given by Bro . Nicholls , and the proceedings terminated .
HUGUENOT LODGE ( No . 2140 ) .-The installation meeting of this lodge was held on the 15 th ult ., Bro . Charles John Shoppee , P . M . 3 S 2 and senior member of that lodge ( viz ., since 1848 ) , was installed as VV . M ., Bro . A . G . Browning , P . M . 33 , was appointed S . W ., and Bro . Major G . Lambert , F . S . A ., P . M . 19 S and other lodges , and P . G . S . B ., J . W . The installation ceremony was
performed by Bro . Charles Herbert Shoppee , P . M . 162 ( the eldest son of the W . M . ) , and member of lodges Nos . 5 , 99 , and 2140 . Several well-known brethren were present , including Bros . E . H . Burnell , P . M . 197 , P . G . S . ; Hopkinson , P . M . 14 , P . G . S . ; E . Monteuuis , P . M . 14 , P . G . S . Bro . J . G . Layard was passed to the Second Degree .
ANGLO-AMERICAN LODGE ( No . 2191 ) . —A regular meeting of this lodge was held at the Criterion , Piccadilly , on Wednesday , the 22 nd ult . Bro . Brackstone Baker , P . G . D ., W . M ., presided , and was supported by Bros . Adolphus Clark , S . W . ; F . Kedge , J . W . ; Rev . 1 . Studholme Brownrigg , P . G . Chap ., Chaplain ; J . B . Cummmg , Treasurer ; George Reynolds , Secretary : G .
H . Reynolds , I . G . ; J . Skinner , James Woodward , Stwd . ; C A . Itter , T . H . Tilton , P . D . G . M . N . Y . City ; C . Corby , P . M . ; James Kowe , J . Jackson , W . Donald , and Dr . R . Cross . Visitors : Bros . W . li . Perrett , P . P . G . D . of C . Somerset ; W . Hancock , 1056 ; Dr . J . J . Wedgwood , 1361 ; W . Kedge , 749 ; S . ephen Johnson , S . W . 1297 ; tf . Calvert , 709 ; and W . W . Lee 1 S 97 .
, The lodge having been opened in due form , the minutes of the last meeting were readand confirmed . Unfortunately , there was no work before the lodge , as Mr . B . J . Somers , a candidate for initiation , and Bro . G . VV . Cumberpatch , who was to be passed to the Second Degree , were both unavoidably absent through illness . The W . M . made two suggestions to the brethren , both of which are calculated
to turther the peculiar and praiseworthy object this lodge has in view . The first was that American brethren when visiting this coumry should be allowed to join at a small joining lee , and continue members whilst remaining in England . The second proposition was that anangements should be made so that any American brotner could visit the lodge and enjoy the banquet on payment of the usual
fee , thus placing him in an independent position , and abolishing the necessity of obtaining an invitation from a member . The W . M ., in the course of his remarks , observed that he was not yet prepared to move a resolution on the subject , but merely suggested those ideas to the brethren with the hope that they would consider them before the next meeting . He was convinced that if they could
be carnedoutit would promote universality and fraternisation amongst English and American Masons . The following brethren were proposed as joining members by the W . M ., and seconded by the Secretary : Bros . Dr . J . J . Wedgwood , 1361 ; F . H . Gottlieb , P . D . G . M . Straits Settlements ; and Alderman P . De Keyser , 21 . Bro . W . Hancock , 1056 , was also proposed by the Secretary ,
and seconded by Bro . G . H . Reynolds , I . G . The W . M . expressed regret at the absence of Bro . Major Geo . Lambert , P . G . Swd . Br ., who was engaged with the Goldsmiths' Company , and a cordial vote of thanks was accorded to him for his services rendered as Steward at the recent Festival of the Boys' School , and for his generosity
in subscribing ten guineas on behalf of the lodge , and thus securing the votes in perpetuity . It having been intimated that a number of distinguished Masons from America would arrive in this country next month , a Committee was appointed to consider tne best means of entertaining them .
The lodge was closed in due form , and the brethren adjourned to an excellent banquet in the Princes Room . Bro . Brackstone Baker , W . M ., presided with his wellknown geniality , and the customary loyal and Masonic toasts were duly honoured . " Ihe Queen and the Craft , " and " H . R . H . the Prince of Wales , M . W . G . M ., " were first given by the VV . M .
, who referred to the recent public demonstrations of loyalty , and were received by the brethren with enthusiasm . The Worshipful Master then said the next toast was that of " Ihe Grand Officers . " That toast would be a comprehensive one , for they had been recently living at the rate of fifty or sixty per week . There was a time , when he was simply W . M . of a lodge , when he referred to
the Grand Officers as comprising all that was wise and learned , and that he considered they should be looked upon as the guardians of the landmarks of the Order , but when he became a Grand Officer he found they were men who had done good work in Masonry , but whose knowledge of the Craft was not more extensive than some of the outside brethren . Thus , the Grand Officers and brethren
represented Dives and Lazarus . The latter were those who wanted to be Grand Officers , whilst the former were clothed in purple and fine linen . Bro . Rev . J . Studholme Brownrigg , P . G . Chap ., said that during the first portion of the W . M . ' s speech he had felt how easy it would be to respond , for he had described all that the Grand Officers ought to be , but unfortunately
in the few concluding sentences the VV . M . had pulled down that edifice , and now he expected him to build it up again . He would not shrink from the task under ordinary circumstances , but the W . M . had told him that he was subject to the trailty of wishing to catch early trains , and he would therefore simply say—thank you . In giving "The Health of the Worshipful Master , "
Bro . Tilton , P . D . G . M . New York City , said he thought the brethren would receive this toast very enthusiaslically on the present occasion , for their W . M . was unavoidably absent when they met four weeks ago , and he then called upon a poor substitute to preside in his place . They were well aware that liro . Brackstone Baker had served long and
faithfully in Freemasonry , and had received honours from nearly all the Grand Lodges in America , as well as the Grand Lodge of England . As he had previously told ihem , he had received letters from eminent Masons in New York stating that as Bro . Baker was placed at the head of their Anglo-American Lodge , it was sure to be a success . At the consecration there were numerous Grand Officers