Royal Arch.

,., i . ipfon all of the chapter . The visitors were Comps . £ A ck White , P . Z . qo ; H . Mason , P . Z . 913 ; W . Rees , J / firV QI 3 ; and A * H * Bateman ' 1- " < 973-The ' usual loyal and Royal Arch toasts having been duly h 0 " ^ p ' l < ennedy , I . P . Z ., proposed the the toast of "The M F Z' in a few well chosen sentences .

. r mo Ovenden expressed his gratitude to the companions * the cordiality with which he had been received on that snicious occa ion . He assured them that his very best eieies should be devoted , during his year of office , to £ nmote the interests of so old and renowned a chapter as

ft ,, ri He would endeavour to emulate the example ana in follow in the footsteps of his predecessors , who had by xcellent working gained for the chapter the reputation vhich it now enjoys among metropolitan chapters , and he honed at the end of his year of office to hand it over to his successor in as good a state , financially and otherwise ,

is he had received it . The toast of " The Past Principals " was then given by the M . E . Z . in appropriate terms , and duly responded to by fomps Denton , Scott-Mutch , and Gamble . The toast of "The Installing Officer" was received with great cordiality , and elicited from Comp . Penfold an

eloquent response . The toast of "The Visitors " was replied to by Comp . White . Comps . Rees , H ., and Mason , ] ., responded for 'The Officers of the Chapter , " and the Janitor's toast broug ht a p leasant evening to a close .

Instruction.

INSTRUCTION .

HORNSEY CHAPTER OF IMPROVEMENT ( No . Sgo ) . —A convocation was held on Friday , the 4 th inst ., at the Porchester Hotel Leinster-place , Cleveland-square , Paddington , W ., when there were present Comps . W . H . Dean , P . Z . 77 , P . P . G . Reg . Dorset M . E . Z . ; F . Swain , Z . 1328 , H . ; Rev . S . T . H . Saunders , Prcv ( i . i . Middx ., ] . ; H . Dehane , J . S 90 , 2 nd A . S . 862 , S . E . ; Cant ' A Nicols , P . Z ., Z . 890 , and P . D G . S . of W . Punjab , S . N . ;

\ V . H . Chalfont , 975 , P . S . ; E . Child , P . Z . 538 , ist A . S . ; C . R . Wickens , 704 , 2 nd A . S . ; George Gregory , Z . 1538 , J . 704 , and P . S . 2018 lanitor ; Rev . A . F . A . Woodford , P . G . C . and P . G . P . Soj . ; Donald G . Macleod , P . D . G . M . Burmah , P . Z . S 42 . and P . D . G . P . Soj . Burmah ; J . Carter , P . Z . 1260 ; A . Hardy , ana W . E . Jameson , Caveac Chapter . The chapter was opened , and the minutes of the last convocation were read and confirmed . After a few introductory remarks by the

Comp . Woodford said that in giving a lecture on the Royal Arch Grade we were still evaded by the difficulty that so much concerning it still remained in great obscuritv . According to Comp . SirVV . Drummond , theauthorof " The Origines , " itwas , in truth , verv archaic and very interesting , however much it had been overlaid by the accretions of years , however it might have been adapted and modernised by those who were hardly competent to

the task . Comp . Woodford remarked that our English Royal Arch Grade was unique , and did not correspond exactly with the ceremonial and traditions of the Grade as worked ln Ireland , Scotland , America , and Canada , while in some jurisdictions the Grade was not worked at all , and was unknown . But , as he had said there before , he ventured to consider it of high importance and value , beautilul in its conception , striking in its illustration , and most valuable in its teaching and outcome . Its symbolism—as on its

jewel , for instance—was undoubtedly of the very greatest antiquity . SJoman ' s seal , or the Hexapla—the Hexalpha—was the sacred sign of the East ; was also a Mason ' s mark in all lands , and the great and distinguishing token of occultism and hermeticism . Some writers termed it " Signaculum Solomonis , " and it was extensively used in the Middle Ages to set forth great and sacred truths , whether on stone or in glass . How it came to be the emblem of the Royal Arch Grade was a matter of the deepest archaeological interest and

importance , especially as regards the histr ry and ritual , and "aporreta" of Craft Masonry . It was hardly possible at present to give a full and satisfactory solution of this and similar leading points connected with Royal Arch Masonry j but it might be hoped when more close attention was paid to this and cognate suhj .-c's of enquiry , —recondite as some of them were , —they might be in a better position than they were at present to obtain light . Despite the able and valuable wo ks of Bro . Hughan , much

yet remained to be cleared up before they could speak with safety and . decision on this and similar points . Comp . Woodford proceeded to say that some liked to see in the Royal Arch Grade considerable analogy with the early mysteries , and he proceeded to show to the companions how that might not unfairly be said to be so . He stared that time would fill him were he to try and expatiate on the geometrical , the moral , the platonic , or the mystical teaching of this beautiful and invaluable Grade ; but he could , after a study

of many years , commend it to the consideration of all intellectual student-Masons . Comp . Woodford concluded by an appeal to those present to value and use lodges and chapters of instruction ; they were , in one sense , the life of English Freemasonry . There were some evils working out , as all knesv , as regards the careful representation of their beautiful and valuable ceremonies , jjnd the only remedy for a very undesirable state of things was to be loundin the activity and work of their lodges and chapters of

instruction . Comp . Woodford congratulated the Hornsey Chapter of Improvement on the great progress they had made , and felt sure it W'Uld continue to advance and attain the highest character as a chapter of instruction . The remarks and explanations nf Comp . Woodford were listened to with cl ise attention , and much satisfaction was expressed at the JJst amount of information the companions had derived . He was then

elected an honorary member , and a hearty vote of thanks , to Dl * recorded on the minures , was unanimously carried . Comp , Woodford expressed his thanks in a few brief sentences , wl ? *' tl on a future date he would be pleased to attend and give " 'hat instruction he was able , more especially as he took so warm n interest inthe welfare of the Hornsey Chapter of Improvement , j iving noticed on his several visits how well everything ! was carried

I ^ ? . . resolve ( l that a sincere vote of condolence be sent to Comp . wk , ' ' ' ' yiZ . 733 , Treasurer of the chapter of improvement , "nose father had a few days ago departed this life . Many letters Jj " * eceived regretting inability to attend . ^ After the M . E . Z . had sen the usual ( number of times , "Hearty good wishes" were ¦ " ¦ corded , and the ch ipter was closed .

Mark Masonry.

Mark Masonry .

--Tv ' RL 0 F CARNARVON LODGE ( No . 211 ) . ~| his prosperous lodge met at Ladbroke Hall , Notting-R ' "" V , ? 15 2 ? th ult . Among those present we noticed RS S * i , ? - W . M . ; J . Taylor , S . W ., W . M . elect ; P u ° . ' J * * > Lawson , P . G . M . O . Middx . and Surrey , . -M ., acting M . O . ; J . N . Frye , S . O . ; Wadham , acting * 1 . * - ; J . Mason . P . P . S . G O . Middx . and Surrev . P . M ..

Par £ t Urer ; I * * Walls , P . G . S . B ., Sec ., P . M ., Secretary ; rehouse , S . D . ; Smout , J . D . ; French , I . G . ; Huish , ¦ pjj J Monson , Stwd . ; Schofield , Tyler ; and others , confi "j lnutes of . the previous meeting were read and disnp , * J . Taylor was then installed W . M . ( by . pensatton ) for the year ensuing by Bro . Walls , assisted annr / 0 , ' ^'" ner , Mason , and Lawson . The following ^ pointments were then made .- Bros . Riekwood , S . W . ; J . ¦ lrye . J . W . F . C . Frye , M . O . ; Parkhouse , S . O . ;

Mark Masonry.

Smout , J . O . ; Mason , Treas . ; Walls , Sec . ; French , S . D . ; Huish , J . D . ; Monson , I . G . ; Dr . Pocock , D . C ; Wadham , Stwd . ; C . Stevens , Org . ; and Schofield , Tyler . A Past Master ' s jewel ( manufactured by Bro . George Kenning ) was then presented to Bro . Skinner , who duly acknowledged the compliment . The Auditor ' s report having been received and adopted , it was

resolved that the lodge be represented at the forthcoming Festival of the Mark Benevolent Fund , and that a sum be voted from the lodge funds to support the Steward ' s list . Apologies for non-attendance were read from Bros . Dr . Lott , P . G . Org . ; Cama , P . G . S . ; Dr . Pocock , Goodall , P . M . ; Harris , P . M . ; Frye , S . O . ; and others .

The lodge having been closed , the brethren adjourned to the banquet . The customary toasts followed . Some pleasant music was contributed during the evening by Mr . Lawson , jun ., Miss Lawson , and several of the brethren .

TWICKENHAM . - —Sir Francis Burdett Lodge ( No . 1 S 1 ) . This lodge met at the Albany Hotel , Twickenham , on the 19 th ult . Among those present were Bros . Briggs , W . M . ; H . Higgins , S . W ., W . M . elect ; C . H . Kohler . J . W . ; Bailey , M . O . ; Porter , S . O . ; Simmonds , J . O . ; W . Fisher , PM ., Treas . ; T . C . Walls , P . G . S . B ., P . M ., Sec ; Thomas , S . D . ; Woodruff , J . D ., and others .

Bros . Von Joel , W . M . 8 , and Barnett , 315 , were visitors . The minutes of the previous meeing were read and confirmed . The ballot having been taken for Bro . E . W . Davis , 13 S 1 , he was duly advanced by the W . M . Bro . H . Higgins having been presented he was installed into the chair of A . by the W . M ., with the assistance of Bros .

Walls , Fisher , and Von Joel . The officers appointed and invested were Bros . Kohler , S . W . ; Bailey , J . W . ; Porter , M . O . ; Simmonds , S . O . ; Thomas , J . O . ; Fisher , Treas . ; Walls , Sec ; Woodruff , S . D . ; Davis , J . D . ; Harrison , Tyler . The Audit Report was received and adopted . Bro . H . Higgins , W . M ., was elected to represent the lodge as Steward , at the Mark Benevolent Festival , and the Secretary gave a notice of motion , that the sum of five guineas condolence

be placed on the W . M ' s list . A vote of was then passed to the widow and family of the late Bro . Sanders , P . M . A Past Master ' s jewel ( manufactured by Bro . George Kenning , London , ) having been presented to the W . M ., and letters from absent members read , the lodge was duly closed and the brethren adjourned to the banquet . The usual toasts were given from the chair , briefly and pertinently , and a most agreeable evening spent . pllIilO

Masonic And General Tidings

MASONIC AND GENERAL TIDINGS

Bro . William Pearson Colman of the Graystone Lodge and Bertha Chapter is a candidate for the vacant office of "Clerk of the Market" at Billingsgate . Bro . Colman has had a large experience of a .- character likely to be of great service in the performance of his duties , should he be successful in carrying this election . The manager of the Paris Hippodrome at

Olympia , announced a change of performance at this popular place of amusement , for Thursday . Bro . Tom Merry , the well-known cartoonist of St . Stephen ' s Review , was initiated at the Kennington Lodge , No . 1381 , on Tuesday , February ist . The Sun , Square , and Compasses Lodge , No . no , Whitehaven , has resolved on acting on the Pro Grand

Master ' s proposal , and will contribute towards the establishment of the Imperial Institute . Weare in a position to announce , that the original picture entitled " Freemasonry and Civilization , " and published by Bro . E . M . Haigh is about to be disposed of , and we shall be glad to learn that a purchaser for it is found in this country .

The Lebanon Lodge , No . 1326 , at at emergent meeting , held at Freemasons' Hall , on the 4 th inst ., resolved on disapproving of the suggestion made by the Pro Grand Master to support the scheme for establishing an Imperial Institute .

The Bedford Lodge , No . 925 , Birmingham , held its annual ball in the Masonic Hall , Nevv-itreet , on Monday , the 31 st ult . There were upwards of 120 guests present , the arrangements left nothing to be desired , and the evening passed off most pleasantly .

Bro . Hughan has promised to deliver a lecture on "Old Bibles " in Taunton , on Thursday , the 17 th inst ., and it is likely that well known Masonic historian will visit the Lodge of Unanimity and Sincerity , No . 261 , on the previous evening ( Wednesday ) , of which Bro . A . Stevens is the W . M . If so , we feel assured that a warm welcome will be given him on both occasions by the Fraternity in that neighbourhood .

On Friday the 4 th instant , a grand Masonic concert was given in the Protestant Hall , Antrim , in aid of the Irish Masonic Orphan Schools , the entertainment being under the auspices and management of lodges Nos . 28 and 56 . There was an excellent programme , which was well carried out , and a generous audience , and we trust the event will be as productive as the managers ventured to anticipate , and as the schools deserve .

The brethren of St . John ' s Lodge , No . 328 , and Jordan Lodge , No . 1402 , both of Torquay , will give their annual Masonic Invitation Ball at the Winter Gardens , Torquay , on Tuesday next , the 151 b inst ., under the patronage of Bro . Lord Haldon , P . M . 32 S , P . P . S . G . W ., and other distinguished brethren and members of the Prov . G . Lodge of Devon . An . excellent Board of Stewards has been organised , with Bros . R . D . Renwick , Castle Mount ,

and T . H . Wills , 35 , Abbey-road , Torquay , as Hon . bees . The services of Miss Bailey's Band have been secured , and Bro . Lord Ebrington , P . G . M . Devon , has granted a dispensation to the brethren to wear their Masonic clothing , so that , as the ball room and promenades will be specially decorated for the occasion , and the proceeds are to be devoted to the Masonic Charities , there is good reason to hope that the fete will be in all respects successful .

Masonic And General Tidings

The funeral of Bro . Edward Harding , R . A ., VV . M . of the Agricola Lodge , No . 1991 , York , who had died shortly before from shock caused by the amputation of a leg injured through an accident , took piece in York Cemetery on the 31 st ult . The deceased was greatly respected by his comrades in the Royal Artillery and by his brother Masons , and there was in consequence a full

attendance of the officers of his corps as well as of the officers and members of the three York lodges—the York , No . 236 ; the Eboracum , No . 1 G 11 ; and the Agricola , No . 1991 . There was also the usual firing party from the Leicestershire Regiment , and the whole ceremony was most impressively conducted , the concourse of spectators along the route and in the cemetery being very . large .

On Thursday , the 17 th inst ., at the regular meeting at Masons' Hall , Masons' Avenue , E . C , of the Great City Lodge of instruction , No . 1426 , Bro . James Stevens , P . M ., who is a Preceptor of thelodge , will deliver his interesting and instructive lecture on * ' The Ritual and Ceremonial of the Symbolic Degrees in Freemasonry , 1813-S 6 . " The Thursday following , the 24 th inst ., Bro .

Stevens will preside as W . M ., and the Fifteen Sections will be worked . On Thursday , the 3 rd prox ., the ceremony of installation will be worked , and on the 24 th prox . there will be a smoking concert at which several professional brethaen have kindly volunteered their services . Full particulars of the above and future meetings to be had of Bro . W . I . Ball , 12 , Darenth-road , Stamford Hill . N .

The Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution was to be the scene on Thursday of a most unusual experience . It had been arranged that one of the inmates , Mrs . Tubbs , was to be married , and Miss Norris , the Warden of the Institution , was to enact the part of bridesmaid , the wedding ceremony taking place in St . James ' s Church , Croydon . As a matter of course , the fair inmate ' s

connection with the Institution in the capacity of annuitant has now ceased , though in the event of her outliving her second husband , we believe she would be eligible to resume it . However , when the marriage knot has only just been tied , we had better limit our further remarks to congratulations on the event , and wish the fair bride all possible happiness in her new sphere of life .

Willing's Selected Theatrical Programme.

WILLING'S SELECTED THEATRICAL PROGRAMME .

DRURY LANE THEATRE . Every Evening at 7 . 25 , THE FORTY THIEVES . Morning Performance every Monday , VVednesday and Saturday , at 1 . 25 .

COVENT GARDEN THEATRE . Twice daily , at 2 and 7 . 30 , l'he Grand Circus . ADELPHI THEATRE . Ever } - Evening at 8 , THE HARBOUR LIGHTS ; at 7 . 15 , Farce . PRINCESS'S THEATRE . Every Evenjngot 7 . 45 , THE CLOCKMAKER ' S HAT ; at 8 , THE NOBLE VAGABOND .

GLOBE THEATRE . Every Evening at 8 , THE LODGERS ; at 8 , BARBARA . SAVOY THEATRE . Every Evening at 8 . 15 , RUDDIGORE , OR THE WITCH ' S VAUDEVILLE THEATRE . Every Evening , at 7 . 45 , NEARLY SEVERED ; at 8 . 30 , SOPHIA .

GAIETY THEATRE . Every Evening at 8 , MONTE CRISTO , JR . ; at 7 . 30 , No . 1 ROUND THE CORNER . CuUKT THEATRE . Every Evening at 8 , THE NETTLE ; at S . 30 , DANDY-DICK . OLYMPIC THEATRE . Every Evening at 7 . 45 , THE Two BLINDS ; at 8 . 10 , HOME RULE ; at 0 , THE CHURCHWARDEN .

STRAND THEATRE . Every Evening , at 8 , J ACK IN THE Box . ROYALTY THEATRE . Every Evening at 7 . 45 , THE COMING CLOWN ; at 8 . 45 , MODERN WIVES . COMEDY THEATRE . Every Evening at 8 , MYNHEER J .

TOOLE'S THEATRE . Every Evening at 7 . 30 , HESTER ' S MYSTERY ; at 8 . 30 , THE BUTLER . PRINCE OF WALES'S THEATRE . Every Evening at S . 30 , DOROTHY .

STANDARD THEATRE , Every Evening at 7 . 15 , A DARK SECRET . GKANU THEATRE . Every Evening at 7 . 30 , ROBINSON CRUSOE .

SURREY THEATRE . Every Evening at 7 . 30 , J ACK AND THE BEANSTALK . SANGER'S AMPHITHEATRE . Twice daily , at 2 and 7 . 30 , CINDERELLA . ROYAL AQUARIUM . Open , 12 . 0 ; close , 11 . 30 . Constant Round of Amusement , ALBERT PALACE . Open from 12 noon to 10 p . m . Amusements all day .

ALHAMBRA THEATRE OF VARIETIES . Every Evening at 8 , Variety Entertainment . Two Grand Ballets , Sic . LONDON PAVILION . Every Evening at 8 , the Marvellous Variety Entertainment , & c CANTERBURY THEATRE OF VARIETIES . Every Evening at 7 . 30 , Grand Variety Company , & c , & c .

PARAGON THEATRE OF VARIETIES . Every Evening at 7 . 30 , Variety Entertainment , & c , & c . MADAME TUSSAUD & SONS' EXHIBITION . Open 10 till 10 . Portrait Models of Past and Present Celebrities .

HoiLOW / iY ' s Ot . vr . -tiE . vr AND PILLS . —During every break of wintry weather exertions should be made by ihe afflicted to recover health before unremitting cold and trying storms get in . Throat ailments , cough wheezings , asthmatical affections , shortness of breath , morning nausea , and accumulations of phlegm can readily be removed by rubbing this dne derivative Ointment twice a day npon the chest and neck . Hodowav ' s treatment is *

strongly recommended with the view of giving immediate e ^ se , preventing prospective danger , and effecting permanent relief . These all-important ends his Ointment and Pills can accomplish , and will surely prevent insidious diseases from fastening on the constitution to display themselves afterwards in those disastrous forms that will probablj- embitter life till death itself is almost prayed for , —[ ADVT , ]