Annual Athletic Sports Of The Royal Masonic Institution For Boys.

CONSOLATION BOOT RACE ( UNDER 13 ) . —First and second prizes , writing cases , presented by Bro . E . Margrett . J . A . Goode , 1 ; W . E . Evans , 2 . VICTOR LUDORUM . —Over ii ; silver watch and chain , pteseuted by Bto . George Everett—L . Greenwood ; under 13 ; tankard , presented by the Assistant Masters-Frost .

The programme was closed by some extemporised races between the boys of the band of the Strand Union Schools , which discoursed a capital programme of music during the day , by the kind permission of the Guardians , and under the able conductorship of Bro . Binnie . The prizes were most genially presented by Mrs . James Willing , jun ., for whom ringing cheers were given , and acknowledged by Bro . J AMES WILLING , Vice-Patron of the School and member of the Board of Management .

Amongst those present were Bros . Richard Eve , Geo . Everett , Scurrah , Cummings , Fitzgerald , Pritchard , Glass , Dr . W . H . Kempster , and H . Manfield , of the Board of Management ; A . J . Thomas , Captiin Reynolds , C . Hunt , Dr . Lovett , F . Stallard , and J . M . Klenck , the Misses Everett , Miss Kempster , Bro . J . M . and Mrs . McLeod , Bro . J . and Mrs . Speller , and others .

Dalhousie Lodge, No. 860.

DALHOUSIE LODGE , No . 860 .

DIAMOND JUBILEE SUMMER OUTING . The summer outing of the above Iodge took place in glorious weather , on Thursday , the 3 rd inst ,, when the W . M ., accompanied by some of his officers and brethren , with a number of ladies and gentlemen visitors , left Paddington Station in saloon carriages for Windsor . The Emperor , a well-appointed steam-launch , was ready to receive them at 11 a . m ., with a substantial lunch already laid and

prepared in an excellent manner by Mr . J . W . Rixon , of the Ferry Hotel , Cookham . Ample justice having been done to this repast , the entire company were then photographed while waiting in Boveney Lock , which gave satisfaction . The launch then proceeded towards Cookham , whilst several ladies enhanced the charming scenery of the Thames , Cliveden , and its surroundings , by their excellent musical and vocal accomplishments .

Reaching the Ferry Hotel , each pursued the bent of their inclinations , some driving through the leafy lanes , others becoming jolly young watermen , the rest steaming as high as Great Marlow , returning to Cookham at 4 p . m ., when all assembled to be welcomed by Mrs . Rixon and her husband , who had evidently determined to make the visit enjoyable .

The company then sat down to an excellent banquet , and while every credit must be given to the proprietor and his indefatigable wife , it would be neglect , indeed , if the admiration expressed at the lovely floral decorations and general setting out of the tables and pavilion by Miss Rixon were not recorded . The following members and friends were present : Bros . John Wade , W . M . ;

Miss Morgan , Bro . Robert Burleton , P . M . and Treas . ; Bro . and Mrs . Fisher ; Bro . T . Jeston White , Mrs . and Miss White ; Mrs . Taylor ; Bro . Pavitt and Miss Pavitt ; Bro . Frank Pinn , Mrs . Pinn , and the Misses Pinn ; Bro . and Mrs . Etheridge and friend ; Bro . and Mrs . Lonergan and friends ; Bro . J . Eales , and other brethren . Also Colonel Bird , Mr . and Mrs . C . Buckland ; Mr . and Mrs . Brown ; and other visitors .

After grace "The Health of her Most Gracious Majesty" was responded tc enthusiastically . The WORSHIPFUL MASTER then proposed the loast of the occasion , "The Ladies , " without whose presence no outing could possibly be made enjoyable , reminding them of the flowers of spring . Bro . Pavitt would be proud to answer for our fair visitors , no one present being more competent .

Bro . PAVITT , who on rising was much cheered , said everything that was pleasing and agreeable of those he represented . The WORSHIPFUL MASTER said he was sorry to proceed rapidly . Long speeches were not required , but he had one more toast which merited a few words .

The Visitors . There were some who were companions for the first time , and to them he gave a hearty greeting , hoping they had enjoyed themselves . Others that were there he had often seen before , and they knew that they were always welcome . He would ask Colonel Bird to reply on behalf of the latter , and Mr . C . Buckland for the former .

Mr . BUCKLAND , in feeling terms , alluded to the long period of 43 years that he had been intimately known to the W . M . He and his wife were pleased to be present , having enjoyed the beautiful scenery and festivity . Col . BIRD replied that it was at all times a pleasure to him to bc with thc Dalhousie Lodge , and felt on this occasion it was equal to any former outing hc had attended , and on behalf of the visitors and himself he begged to offer their sincere thanks and congratulations ,

Bro . BURLETON said time being short he must ask them to give thc next toast a hearty reception , " The W . M . " Great praise was due to him , in the face of difficulties he had had to contend with , for having single handed organised and carried through a meeting which had on every point worked so smoothly , without a single blunder , to their entire satisfaction . The health of the W . M ., with musical honours , was then accorded .

Bro . WADE answered . He highly appreciated being considered a " jolly good fellow , '' and he thanked the Treasurer for proposing his health , and all present for drinking to it . He then read :, everal letters from members of the lodge expressing regret at their inability to attend , and wishing every success to the outing , also a telegram , which had not long come to hand from their esteemed Secretary , Bro . H . Jenkins . It was true he had to overcome some difficulties , but he had to thank Past Master Burleton for his help and advice , and he took

special pleasure in thanking Bro . Jenkins foi his valuable assistance , without which he doubted if he could have effectually carried it through . He also wished to thank Mr . and Mrs . Rixon for their efforts , in which they had admirably succeeded in entertaining them . The party then returned by boat to Windsor , meeting the 9 . 13 train , arriving at Paddington thoroughly appreciating the day ' s enjoyment . Each lady was presented by the W . M . with a tastefully designed case of Commemoration Bouquit , " as a souvenir of the lubilee outi ig .

Presentation To Bro. Alderman Snape.

PRESENTATION TO BRO . ALDERMAN SNAPE .

A very happy gathering of thc members of thc Derby Lodge , No . 1055 , was held last week at the Griffin Hotel , Lower Broughton . Bowling on the beautifull y kept green was thoroughly enjoyed till 7 . 30 , when the brethren adjourned to the house , and partook of a sumptuous repast , which was served in Bro . OUier ' s well-known first-class style . After the cloth had been removed , Bro . SNAPE proposed "The Health of the Queen , " and took the opportunity of alluding to some of the blessings that the country had enjoyed during thc past

Presentation To Bro. Alderman Snape.

Co years of her beneficent reign , specially emphasising the fact that Masonry had played its part during that time in promoting kindlier and more loving sentiments and actions , not only between Masonic brethren , but also amongst the people generally . It was , he said , the glory of the Masonic body that its head and Grand Mastcr was the eldest son of the Queen , Albert Edward , Prince of Wales , and that nearly all the princes were fellow Craftsmen . The outside world might gather therefrom that there was nothing but what was good in Freemasonry , or it would not be so supported .

The toast was drunk with great enthusiasm and " God save the Queen " was sung , Bro . Charles Nesbit singing the solo . Bro . Gi : o . FREEMAN proposed "The Health of the Grand Master , H . R . H ., the Prince of Wales , and the rest of the Grand Officers , Present and Past , " and Bro . HALLAM , P . M ., proposed " The R . W . Prov . Grand Master , Bro . Colonel Le Gendre Nicholas Starkie , and thc rest of the Prov . Grand Officers , Present and Past , " both toasts being suitably honoured .

The CHAIRMAN then gave the toast of the members of " The Derby Lodge , " and spoke of the liberal way in which the members had supported thc Masonic Charities during the time he was Master of the lodge , and also during the time he was its Charity Representative , having subscribed over . £ 170 in that time . He also congratulated the brethren upon the liberal grants they had obtained for the

relief of some of the distressed ) members of the lodge , and especially upon the good work they had performed in getting grants amounting to nearly £ 200 for the education of four children of deceased brethren . This was practical beneficent work , and it must be a great pleasure to all of them to know that through the Masonic Charities these children were being trained up to be useful and respected members of society .

Bro . Gi : o . MCWILLIAMS responded to the toast , and in'doing so spoke of the benefits he and the other members of the lodge had derived from being members , and of the many happy hours he had spent in the lodge . He then proposed "The Health of Bro . Snape , " and spoke of the work he had done for Masonry ih general and the Derby Lodge in particular , especially alluding to his services in the cause of charity , and concluded by congratulating him on the honour to which he had just attained in Provincial Grand Lodge , viz ., that of Prov . Grand Deacon , and presented him , on behalf of thc subscribers , with the purple and gold clothing necessary to be worn whilst filling his distinguished office .

Bros . Councillor Thomas Smith , Hallam , Pence , Hall , Brady , Rigby , Bagot , and Charles Smith , also spoke and accentuated Bro . McWilliams eulogies of Bro . Snape and his work for Masonry . The toast was then honoured with enthusiasm , thc company singing " Fo he ' s a jolly good fellow . " Bro . SNAPK feelingly responded , and thanked the brethren for their kind good wishes , and expressed his heartfelt gratitude for thc handsome present they had made to him , stating that the greatest lesson experience of life had taught him was that happiness was to be found in trying to benefit others .

Other toasts and speeches followed , which were varied by a delightful musical programme rendered by Bros . Penistone , Hallam , Chapman , Fry , Arnold Edmeston , Brown , and Hall . Mr . Harold Snape recited " Etiquette . " Bro . Charles Nesbit presided with his usual skill at the piano .

The Queen's Jubilee, June 20th, 1897.

THE QUEEN'S JUBILEE , JUNE 20 th , 1897 .

"Queens shall be thy nursing mothers . " BY BRO . THE REV . R . J . SIMPSON , M . A ., «[ P . G . C .

Great Lord of lords ! and King of kings I To Thee we lift both heart and voice—Beneath the shadow of Thy wings

Our Church and Nation now rejoice . Rejoice for all Thy mercies past , I And glorious conquests nobly won , ] But , above all , for regions vast j Won for the Faith of Thy dear Son .

Rejoice that our old English nation Holds power supreme on every sea , Proclaiming far that great Salvation Which sets the slave and captive

free . From famine , pestilence , and sword Thou ' st shielded us for many a year ; For by Th j power and at Thy word These scourges come or disappear .

We love and prize Thy Holy Day , Thy Holy Word and Truth revere , And holy homes , we humbly pray , May be to Britain ever dear . ,

We thank Thee for our gracious Queen ! And all Thy blessings through her given , Beneath whose sway this land has seen ' Thc mightiest Empire under Heaven .

Iter wisdom in her ruling well Is told in many a happy strain , While loyal subjects love to tell The sixty records of her reign . Widow and mother , she has shed

Full many a tear in sorrow ' s hour , But at Thy smile her sorrows fled , And Hope in rainbow spanned the shower .

| Hers is a heart for others' woes , However low beneath her throne , Her sympathy no limit knows For hearts afflicted like her own . A Court surrounds her , nobly pure ,

A model fair for other lands , And to her own a pledge secure That by God's Law her kingdom stands . God bless our Queen , and may she

rest In glory , like the setting sun , When , sinking in the radiant west , That Light of Day his work has done .

God save our Queen ! and grant her still Some years to reign and hold out love , And when Thou shalt her t mc fulfil , Take her to reign with Thcu above .

Mark Masonry.

Mark Masonry .

Prince of Wales Lodge , No . 4 . The installation meeting was held on the 24 th ult ., at Mark Masons' Hall , when Bro . Sir Thomas D . Carmichacl , Uatt ., was installed by Bro . John Smith , P . G . Stwd ., in his usual able manner , and the officers were appointed as follows : Bros . | . R . Reep , S . W . ; A . Lowe , J . W . ; J . Smith , I . P . M . ; Henry Lovegrove , P . G . I , of W , Treas . ; C Pulman , P . G . I . G ., Sec . ; J . Campbell Johnstone , M . O . ; A . E . Mullins , S . O . ; R . E . Clarke , J . O . ; R . Krellitz , S . D . ; W . F . Bates , P . M ., J . D . ; C . I . Axford , P . M ., I . G . ; and K . J . Mills , Tyler .

THE 1300111 ANNIVERSARY of the chiistcning of Kthclbert , King of Kent , by Augustine , who had been sent on a mission to Britain by the Pope of Rome , was celebrated by a grand commemoration service in St . Paul ' s Cathedral on Sunday last , the Bishop of Stepney delivering a very interesting historical address A similar service was held on the same day in Canterbury Cathedral , at which Archbishop Temple preached before a crowded congregation .