Contents.

CONTENTS .

R EPORTS OF MASONIC MEETINGSCratt Masonry Ir 3 Instruction n J Royal Arch Il 6 Mark Masonry 1 ! ? Ancient and Accepted Rite » 117 Red Cross of Constantine ¦ IJ 7 Roval and Select Masters " 7

Royal Masonic Henevolent Institution Wj Roval Masonic Institution for Boys n ? Laying the Foundation Stone of a Masonic Temple at Canterbury JI £ LeAHERS •51 " CORRESPONDENCE : — Royal Masonic Pupils' Assistance Fund 119 Qualifications of a Grand Treasurer 119 Uniformity of Ritual no

Mark Masonry 119 The April Hied ions—London Masonic Chanty Association rig The Last Meeting of Grand Lodge 119 JJro , Wilson and the Boys'School 119 The Emulation Lodge of Improvement . ' 120 Review 120 Masonic Notes and Queries 120 Obituary , 120

Consecration of t ^ e Aldershot Camp Chapter , No . 1331 I 3 ° Consecration of the West Smithfield Chapter , No . 1623 120 Royal Masonic Pupils' Assistance Fund 121 Truro Cathedral 121 Amateur Masonic Minstrel Concert at Leeds 121 Royal Ark Mariners 121 Masonic and General Tidings 122 Lodpe Meetings for Next Week 122 Advertisements . i ., ii „ iii .. W ., v ., vi .

Reports Of Masonic Meetings.

REPORTS OF MASONIC MEETINGS .

Craft JKasonrg . LION AND LAMB LODGE ( No . 102 ) . —The installation meeting of this lodge was held on Thursday , the 4 th inst ., at the Cannon-street Hotel , and was very numerously attended . The W . M ., Bro . Arkell , presided , and there were present : Bros . C . Arkell , W . M . ; jW . T . Rickwood , S . W . ; Lucas , J . W . ; George Kenning , P . M ., Treas . ; George Abbott , P . M ., Sec . ; J . S . Chillingworth ,

S . D . ; T . Lorkin , J . D . ; . I . A . Pratt , I . G . ; H . A . Carter , Steward ; and W . 11 . Lee Davies , Org . Past Masters Bros . Henry Legge , Thomas Cohu , Edward Jones , George Newman , and J . G . Marsh . Members Bros . G . Taylor , Jno . Quy , J . Cooke , T . M . Coleman , Thos . Fisher , W . J . Cobb , John Kent , Barclay Perkins , J . O . Fraser , T . Aeutter , T . Barker , W .

Waring , Hunter , R . G . Dixon , Sidney Edwards , William Williams , and James E . Groves . Visitors : * R . L . Sindall , W . M . 1293 ; C . W . Lennox Hall , 766 ; F . Delivanti , 1319 ; J . W . Blaekitt , 13 . 0 ; Walter Abbott , 871 ; G . H . Scars , W . M . 299 ; E . Mayer , 51 ; W . J . Kent , 1319 ; Henry Birdseye , P . M . 715 ; R . Picrpoinr , 177 ; C . J . King , 463 ; Walter Downing , P . M . 20 ; F . G . Barns , 766 ; C . Conde ' ,

5 69 ; Edgar Bowyer , P . M . 1580 ; R . Jennings , W . M . 907 ; Kdwin Lancaster , P . M . 1289 ; F . G . Dallman , 1414 ; G . Everett , P . M . 177 ; E . Bonner , P . M . 95 ; C . F . Hogard , P . M . 305 ; J . Mitchell , P . M . 231 ; William Worrell , P . M . 7 C 6 ; Herbert Cuff , 1216 ; W . Medwin , 1613 ; James H . Webster , 1309 ; J . H . Lamer , 733 ; R . Allison , W . M . 186 , W . Buck , P . M . 6 57 ; Oscar Moore , 176 ; G . Clarke , 177 ;

F . Kemp-ter , C . Addison , 130 J j E . Bower , 1310 ; and William Lake , P . M . 131 ( Freemason ) . The lodge having been duly opened and thc minutes of the last meeting read and confirmed , Bro . Fisher proposed that a P . M . ' s . jewel of the value of £ 10 10 s . be presented to the retiring W . M ., Bro . C . Arkell . This was duly seconded and carried with acclamation . Bro . Arkell thanked the

brethren for this mark of their esteem , and hoped that it would always serve as a memento to bring back pleasant memories of his year of office . The brethren then proceeded to ballot for Mr . Wm . Williams as a candidate for initiation , which being unanimous , he was duly admitted a member of the Order . A Board of Installed Ma > ters was next formed , and Bro . fcickwood duly installed as

W . M . for the ensuing year , the ceremony being ably performed by Bro . Arkell . On the re-admission of the brethren the customary addresses were delivered and the W . M . invested his officers as follows : Bros . S . T . Lucas , S . W . ; J . G . Chillingworth , J . W . ; George Kenning , P . M ., Treas . j G . Abbott , P . M ., Sec . ; J . Lorkin , S . D . ; H . Pratt , J . D . ; H . A . Carter , J . G . ; Thos . Cohu , P . M ., W . S . ; Geo .

tvewman , D . C . ; W . Lee Davies , A . W . S . ; and J . Groves , Org . The lodge was then closed in due form , and the brethren adjourned to an excellent banquet , under the presidency of the W . M ., who was supported by the whole of the officers . The usual loyal and Masonic toasts were proposed , and responded to in a truly Masonic spirit , that of " The W . M ., Bro . Rickwood , " being especially well received . " The Initiate ; " " The Installing Master ; " " The

Visitors ; " " The Masonic Charities ; " " The Treasurer and Secretary ; " " The Past Masters ; " and " The Officers " followed , and were all proposed in flattering terms , and warmly responded to . In the course of the evening some excellent music was rendered , the vocalists being Madame Worrell , Miss Marian Burton , Bro . A . J . Thompson , and Bro . T . Kimpton , under the direction of Bro . W . H . Lee Davies .

FINSBURY PARK LODGE ( No . 1288 ) . —A most successful meeting of this lodge was held on Thursday week , the 4 th inst ., at the Cock Tavern , Highbury . Bro . Frank S . Rothschild occupied the chair of W . M ., and was supported by Bros . Thomas Metkham , P . M . ; A . Mulloid , S . W . ; J " . Pin-ot , J . W . ; T . Goode , P . M ., Sec . ;

W . Prest , J . D . ; R . V . Davies , P . M ., D . of C . ; T . Upwood , Org . ; J . F . Wood , I . G . ; "J . Very , Tyler ; J . J Hough , F . G . W . Guyer , Wm . Procter , W . Fysh , R Hollyman , J . Freeman , G . Cooper , and many others . Among the visitors we observed Bros . P . Dickinson , P . M . >* . 8 ; John Walker , P . M . 27 ; F . Branden , P . M . 157 ; Thomas Walton , P . M . 157 ; A . H . Hickman , J . W . 228 ; « wis Solomon , S . D , 17325 R . G . Thomas , Org . i 6 o _;

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John Evans , 753 ; S . G . Hayes , 795 ; T . Boteble , 120 !; and F . A . Kelly , 1524 ( Freemason ) . The lodge was opened in due and solemn form , when the minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed . Ballot was then taken for Mr . Alfred John Good , a candidate for the privileges of Freemasonry , which proving unanimous in his favour , that gentleman , having been properly prepared ,

was introduced and received at the hands of Bro . frank Rothschild the First Degree , the ceremony being Tery ably given by that worthy brother . On the motion of Bro . Thomas Meekham , P . M ., seconded by Bro . R . V . Davies , P . M ., it was unanimously resolved that a letter of condolence on her recent sad loss he sent to the widow of Bro . John Godfrey Wood . The Secretary , Bro . T . Goode , then

read a long communication from the Grand Secretary respecting the Charity jewel , which was listened to by all present with the greatest interest . " Hearty good wishes " hating been tendered by the visitors , the lodge was closed , and the brethren shortly afterwards sat down to a capital banquet , ably served under the superintendance of Bro . J . Baker , the proprietor . After grace had been sung by the

brethren , the W . M ., Bro . Rothschild , proposed , in graceful terms , " The Health of the ( iueen , coupled with the Craft , " which was followed by the National Anthem . The W . M . also gave , in complimentary terms , " H . R . H . the Prince of Wales , M . W . G . M . " They all knew the very great interest he always paid to the Craft . In proposing "The Health of the W . M ., " which duty devolved upon Bro . Past Master

Davies , great praise was awarded to Bro . Rcthschild for the very efficient manner in which he had carried out his duties , whether in the lodge or at the ball , which was given recently at Freemasons' Tavern , and was acknowledged to have been one of the most successful of the season . Bro . Rothschild , in reply , expressed his sincere thanks for the kind remarks of Bro . Davies . He had

always done his best for the good of the lodge . During his ten years' connection with the Craft he had always been very pleased to meet its members , among whom he had [ found some of the best friends he possessed . Before sitting down the W . M . said he must propose what he might term the toast of the evening , " The Initiate . " That newly-enlightened brother having replied , thc toast

of " The Visitors " followed , to whom the W . M . gave a hearty welcome . He was sure no lodge could receive them with greater pleasure , or give them a warmer welcome . Several brethren , including Bros . P . Dickinson , Branden , Walton , John Walker , and Lewis Solomon responded , each paying their tribute of praise to the W . M . for his really very excellent working , and for the hearty manner

in which they had been entertained . _ In reply to the toast of " The Past Masters , " Bro . Meekham , as the father of the lodge , made some happy and humorous remarks , and was followed by Bro . Goode , who acknowledged briefly on behalf of "The Treasurer and Secretary . " The pleasures of the evening were enhanced by the vocal and uther abilities of . several brethren , including Bros . Evans , Fysh , Mullord , and Lewis Solomon .

KENNINGTON LODGE ( No . 1381 ) . —This lodge met for the dispatch of business on Tuesday , the 2 nd inst . Among those in attendance were Bros . C . Kohler , W . M . ; Speedy , S . W . ; Webb . J . W .. ; T . C . Walls , P . G . S . B . Middx ., I . P . M . ; W . Stuart , P . M .. Secretary ; Marston , S . D . ; Stokes , J . D . ; Stranger , I . G . ; Wiggins , jun > , W . S . ; G . Everett , P . M . ; Higgins , P . M . ;

and Drysdale , P . M . Bros . T . Poore , P . M ., and Appleton were visitors . The minutes of the previous meeting having been read and confirmed , the W . M ., at the special request of the I . P . M ., vacated the chair , and Bro . Munn was duly raised by the I . P . M . to the Degree of M . M . The ballot was then taken upon behalf of Bro . Appleton as a joining member , and it proved to be unanimous .

Previously to the lodge being closed the sum of one guinea was unanimously voted to the fund for raising a statue . to the memory of Mr . Raikes , the founder of the Sunday School Union , who flourished in the last century . The Masons of Gloucestershire , his native county , have evinced a very warm and highly commendable interest in this movement to perpetuate the name of one who did so

much good in his day , and whose memory should be dear to all those who venerate any institution that is based upon the elimination of the broad principles of charity , morality , and education . The lodge having been duly closed , the brethren adjourned to refreshment . Upon the removal of the cloth the usual toasts were duly honoured , but in consequence of its being an " off night" they were

shorn of much of their formality and length . In response to " The Health of the Visitors , " Bro . T . Poore , among other things , paid a very high compliment to the lodge upon its " working" capabilities . "The Past Masters " followed , and it w _ s acknowledged by Bros . Walls , Koch , Higgins , and Everett . The latter brother as usual made

a very humorous response . "Ihe Health of the I reasurer and Secretary " came next in order , and it was replied to by Bro . Stuart , Secretary , in the absence of Bro . W . Mann , Treasurer . The toast of "The Officers" was coupled with the name of Bro . Speedy , S . W . The Tyler having been called upon to discharge his duty , the proceedings terminated at an early hour .

ALDERSGATE LODGE ( No . 1657 ) . — The fourth winter gathering of the brethren of the above lodge was held on Monday evening , the 8 th inst ., at thc Castle and Falcon , A . ldcrsgate-street , under the charge of the W . M ., Bro . George Kenning . The attendance included Bros . A . J . Altman , I . P . M . ; Dr . Alder Smith , S . W . ; W . S . Chapman , J . W . ; the Rev . R . Lee , Chap . ! J . D . Allcroft , M . P .,

P . M ., Treas . ; T . lones , Sec . ; A . Brookman , S . D . ; Dr . S . Benton , J . D . ; S . White , I . G . ; E . Y . Jolliffe , Steward ; P . Saillard , W . H . Froom , and the following brethren as visitors : F . Anderton , P . M . 4250 , P . G . S . B . E . L . ; W . George , W . M . 101 ; Dr . Hogg , P . M . 92 ; W . W . Bust , 28 ; G . Rawlinson , 754 ; P . Alpeter , 1671 ; J . Bergmann , S . W . 1671 ; F . Binckes , P . M . I , P . G . Std . ; J . H . Neck , 6 s ;

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W . T . Buck , 1196 . Afterthe reading of the minutes of the last meeting , the . Worshipful Master proceeded to initiate Mr . George Vickery and Mr . Edward Anderton . This pleasing and solemn ceremony was ably performed by Bro . Kenning . On the motion of the Treasurer , Bro " . J . D . Allcroft , M . P ., P . M ., the lodge voted a sum of ten guineas each to the Boys ' and Girls' Charities , of which the W .

Master will be Steward at the forthcoming festival ; after * wards the brethren adjourned to a banquet provided by Bro . Benskin , and spent the rest of the evening under the charge of the Worshipful Master . The various loyal and Masonic toasts were given , and a further collection was made for the Charities for the Boys and Girls , which

resulted in an additional £ 31 12 s ., making a total of £ 52 12 s . as the contributions of the evening . Much regret was expressed at the unavoidable absence of P . M . the Rev . Dr . Ernest Brette , whose courtesy and loyalty to the brethren of the lodge and the Craft have won for him the attachment and affection of all who know him .

SUNDERLAND . —Phoenix Lodge ( No . 94 ) . —The usual meeting of this lodge was held on Wednesday , the 3 rd inst ., at the Freemasons' Hall , Gtueen-strcet , and after the usual routine of business was over , Bro . John Potts , P . P . G . J . D ., W . M ., in a very feeling speech , presented Bro . Marsh Frampton , I . P . M ., with a handsome

and valuable gold Past Master ' s jewel , set with a diamond . This testimonial was subscribed for by brethren of the lodge in token of their esteem for Bro . Frampton , and to mark their appreciation of his valuable services during his year of office as W . M . Bro . Frampton made a very touching and appropriate reply .. A very enjoyable evening was spent by the brethren .

GIBRALTAR . — Inhabitants Lodge ( No . 153 , E . C ) . —The regular meeting of this lodge took place on the 2 nd ult ., under the presidency of the W . M ., Bro . Broster White , supported by Past Masters Bacon , Conroy , and Cunningham , and Ross of 325 ( I . C . ) . Thc business was to raise Bro . Banks , and present a Master Mason ' s jewel from Lodge Roman Eagle , 160 ( S . C . ) , to Bro . Gunn

of that lodge . The lodge having been raised to the requisite height , Bro . Banks was duly received into that Honourable Degree at the hands of the W . M . It was then lowered , and Bro . Gunn was presented before the dais by Past Masters Cunningham andConroy . The W . M . alluding to the work done for 160 ( S . C . ) by Bro . Gunn , said it afforded him the very greatest pleasure in having the

opportunity of bestowing such a substantial memento on so worthy a brother , as evinced from the remarks of the R . W . M . of Roman Eagle Lodge , who expressed thc appreciation of the brethren for his ability and unceasing exertion . In conclusion he hoped Bro . Gunn would live many years to wear that gift , and to do honour to the Craft . The jewel was a five-pointed star with blue enamel

in gold embracing a brilliant , while the gold bar across the crimson ribbon was engraved with " Presented to Bro . W . Gunn , Colour Sergeant , 79 th Highlanders , as a fraternal token of esteem and rgar 4 from Lodge Roman Eagle , 160 ( S . C . ) Edinburgh , July , 1879 . " Bro . Gunn in responding said , whatever he had done for Lodge Roman Eagle it was performed for the good of Masonry , and in so

doing he never dreamt of receiving such a beautiful present . He was exceedingly gratified , and he would not fail to transmit the " Hearty good wishes " of this lodge to 1 G 0 ( S . C ) , as requested . The W . M . said it was with regret he had to announce the departure of a good many old Masons and good brethren by the transfer of the Royal Engineers and 23 rd R . W . Fusiliers to Old England , and he took that

opportunity on behalf of the lodge of bidding them farewell , also wishing them a prosperous voyage , with success in future life . Past Master Conroy and P . J . W . Leys , in responding , intimated they would often think of the happy hours spent among the brethren of this lodge , which they trusted would continue to flourish as it had done during the last three or four years , about which there could be

but little doubt , as year by year it was progressing in its working and in funds , and though they were going away , would remain members of the lodge . After two propositions for initiation , and one for joining , the lodge was closed in ancient form . The brethren then retired to the

banquet hall , where after supper , supplied by the wellknown and accomplished Steward , Bro . Azopardi , the usual loyal and Masonic toasts were given , and the following brethren assisted to fill in a very enjoyable evening by various excellent songs : Bros . Stillman , Gunn , Lyons , Livingstone , Bacon , Crompton , Ogg , Allen , and Button .

LEICESTER . —St . John ' s Lodge ( No . 279 ) . — The usual monthly meeting of this lodge was held on Wednesday , the 3 rd inst ., at the Masonic Hall , Halfordst > -eet . The W . M ., Bro . the Rev . J . H . Smith , was in the chair , and there was a very large attendance , including , as usual , a good number of visitors from the sister lodges . After the transaction of the ordinary business , a most

interesting proceeding took place , in the presentation to the lodge of a magnificent silver loving cup by the ex-Mayor of Leicester , W . Bro . Alderman Clement Stretton , P . M ., ' P . P . S . G . W ., in recognition of the kindly feeling shown to hint by the members of the lodge . Bro . Stretton , as Leicester people all know , has twice , filled the office of Mayor , and he has also been twice elected to preside over the senior

lodge of the province ^ St . John ' s ) . The esteem in which he is deservedly held by all the brethren was abundantly testified the other day on the occasion of the presentation of his portrait , to be hung on the walls of the lodge amongst the portraits of the many other worthies whose names are honoured in the Craft . In presenting the loving-cup , Bro .

Stretton feelingly alluded to the many acts of kindness which had been done to him by the members of St . John ' s , his mother lodge , during the seventeen years he had been connected with Masonry , and concluded by asking the W . M . to accept the cup , as a slight acknowledgment on bis part of the kindly feeling he on his part had towards them