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repast was served to them in thebest style , to which ample justice was done . A very handsome dessert of all the fruits in season was generously provided by the W . M . himself . About eighty brethren sat down . On the waiters retiring , the usual loyal and Masonic toasts were proposed from the chair and heartily responded to by all present . In proposing thc first toast the W . M . remarked
upon the execellent qualities of the Queen and the good fortune of Englishmen to be under such a ruler , and also referred to the recent bereavement she had sustained , and the deep sympathy that had been felt for Her Majesty by the whole Masonic body . " The Health of the Piince of Wales , M . W . G . M . " the Sovereign of Freemasons , was responded to with
enthusiasm . " The Health of the Earl of Carnarvon , Pro Grand Master , " also received a veiy heaity response , the W . M . in proposing it remarking on ihe truly admirable manner in which the Earl of Carnarvon carried out the work of Grand Lodge . In proposing " The Health of the Deputy Grand Master , the Earl of Skelmersdale , and that of the rest of the Grand Officers Present and Past , " the chairman remarked
that they had always a Grand Officer in the lodge in the person of Bro . Coutts to keep them informed of the doings of Grand Lodge , but that on this occasion when they had a number of other Grand Officers present , he should couple this toast with the name of . Bro . Jabez Hogg , P . G . D . Bro Hogg in responding said that he had much pleasure in availing himself of the privilege accorded him
and after a few remarks upon the good qualities of his fellow Granel Officers expressed thc pleasure it gave him to see Bro . Ireton in thc proud position acquired that evening . The W . M ' s . name was one . not unknown in English history , and he was quite sure that the brethren had done well in placing him in the chair of K . S . ; that Bro . Ireton had come into the lodge resolved to attain the honour of
the chair , and that having done so lie was ready to give the brethren the advantage of his Masonic knowledge anel his services . The brethren could not do belter than rally round him and support him on everj occasion . Bro . Hogg expressed himself as being extremely gratified at the working of the lodge , the gratificalion being the greater because it so seldom happens that a Master just installed ,
initiates five brethren in one night . And under such circumstances it was not surprising lhat the W . M . should propose to increase the initiation fee . He agreed with the W . M . in his desire to limit the number of the lodge . As regarded more particularly thase for whom he was responding , the Grand Officers were always ready to do their duty and render thtir ' assistance whenever occasion demanded ,
just as the Deputy Granel Master was always ready in the absence of the Pro G . Master to carry out the work of G . Lodge . Bro . Edwd . Jacobs , I . P . M ., proposed "The Health of the W . M ., and in doing so remarked upon the great support that Bro . Ireton had bestowed upon the Masonic Charities , and upon his many good qualities and fitness for the office he had assumed , and trusted that the brethren
would all give their Master their most cordial support . Bro . Ireton . —Brethren , a Worshipful Master has a most difficult task to perform during the evening—he has to reply for himself . That time for me lias arrived , and I know not what to say , for I fear I have not deserved any of the praise which our Immeeliate Past Master has passed upon me . You have elccteil me your W . M ., and nothing
I can do shall be omitted , no talent that is placed within mc but shall be exerciseel to promote that hospitality that should exist among Freemasons . I desire to make this a moelel lodge—that as it is in the centre of the metropolis it shall be a centre of Freemasonry . That is the object with which we endeavour to promote the Covent Garden Lodge , and strive to make it second to none in Freemasonry .
You have had several goid Masters and there are several coming on—men of education , men who know what the world is and possess all the qualifications for a W . M . I have to thank Bro . P . M . Jacobs for the very kinel manner in which he has spoken of me . I shall perform the office to which I have been elected with all the ability I possess , and I think I have the brethren all with me , and I thank
you for the very unanimous way in which you have recorded your sympathy with me in drinking the toast to my health . The next toast that we come to is " The Health of our Chaplain . " No 1 " The Health of the Initiates " comes next in order , but as I mentioned the Chaplain I will say that his absence is involuntary . I have received a beautiful letter from Bro . Holden , and am
sorry to tell you that it is indisposition that has prevented his being with us this evening . I will now pass to the toast of " The Initiates . " We have initiated five candidates to-day , and when , brethren , you know as much of them as I do you will rejoice at their admittance into our body . They are men not only of position , but men whose minds are Masonic in every way . They were Freemasons
though they diel not belong to our body . They are imbued with a feeling of good fellowship and all thc Masonic virtues . We should always try to select men so well fitted as these are to become candidates , bearing in mind that it is not the length of the chain but the quality of the metal it is composed of that makes its strength . This toast was responded to very heartily , and having been briefly
responded to by each of the five initiate s , the W . M . proceeded to propose " The Health of the I . P . M ., " Bro . Edward Jacobs , remarking on the skill anel ability with which he had transacted the business of the lodge , and the large number of brethren he had initiated during his year of office , concluding by presenting him with a handsome Past Master ' s jewel and expressing the warmest wishes
for his health to wear and enjoy the mark of esteem won from the brethren by his own merit . Numerous other toasts were drunk including " The Visitors , " " The Past Masters , " "The Treasurer and Secretary , " "The Masonic Charities , " " The Officers of the Lodge , " the Tyler ' s toast bringing the proceedings to a conclusion at a somewhat late hour .
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BATH . —Royal Cumberland Lodge ( No . 41 ) . —The installation -meeting of this lodge was held on the 6 th inst . at the Masonic Hall , the chief business of the evening being thc installation of the W . M . elect , Bro . Philip Braham , J . W . There was a good assembly of brethren , Past Masters , members , and visitors . The W . M ., Bro . F . Wilkinson , was supported by about twenty P . M ' -- .
and W . M ' s . of other lodges . The lodge was opened at 4 . 25 , and the minutes of the last regular lodge having been read and confirmed , a letter was read from the D . P . G . M ., Bro . Else , apologising for absence , on the ground of previous engagement ; also a notice from the Secretary of the Royal Mascnic Institution for Girls , announcing the festival to be held in May , and asking that a Steward
might be sent from No . 41 , consideration of which was deferred . The W . M . then vacated the chair , and Bro . T . P . Ashley , P . P . G . S . W ., P . M . and Treas ., took it for the purpose of installing the W . M . elect , and opened the lodge in the Second Degree . After the customary introduction and address , the Secretary read the ancient charges , anel the W . M . elect having given his consent thereto , the lodge was
opened in the Third Degree , Ihe brethren below the chair retired , and a Board of Installed Masters was opened , in whose presence Bro . Braham was duly installed . The board having been closed , the M . M's . were re-admitted , and subsequently the F . C ' s . and E . A's ., in both cases the lodge being brought down to those degrees . The usual proclamations and salutes were given , and the officers appointed
as follows : —Bros . Dr . Henry Hopkins , P . P . G . S . W . Warwickshire , P . M . 43 and 95 8 , & e „ received the collar of S . W ., which appointment was hailed by the brethren with great acclamation , he having rendered many valuable services to the lodge during his five years' sojourn amongst them , being ever ready to assist in any of the ceremonies , always willing to deliver charges , addresses , and Masonic lectures ,
& c , and at all times pre pared to give instruction to brethren who may require such , or any other assistance Masonically , and in regard to the proper working of charity and other useful branches of the society , always exerting and interesting himself . The collar of the J . W . was given to W . Hunt ; C . W . Radway , Sec . ; T . P . Ashley , Treas . -, R . B . Cater , S . D . ; E . I . Mercer , I . D . ; Thos . Wilton
D . C . ; J . Rubie , Asst . D . C . ; W . L . Baldwin , Org . ; A , Holmes , I . G . ; Ames and Peach , Stewards ; Bigwood , Tyler . The Installing Master then gave the customary addresses to the W . M ., Wardens , and brethren with great effect , indeed , the whole ceremony was marked by great impressiveness and solemnity , but previously , at his request , Bro , Dr . Henry Hopkins gave an address to the I . P . M . in most
impressive manner , and explained Masonically the symbolism of the emblem on his jewel , that is the forty-seventh proposition of the first book of Euclid . Bro . Wilton then , in the name of the lodge , and in most earnest and feeling manner , presented the ^ I . P . M ., Bro . Frank Wilkinson , with a handsome silver inkstand , to be accompanied by a scroll on vellum , as a testimonial for the able and courteous
manner in which he had discharged the duties of W . M . of the lodge for two successive years . We would like to give this address in extenso , for it contained such truly Masonic and hearty brotherly feeling as rarely is found existing under any ordinary circumstances , but space will not permit . The I . P . M . on rising to return thanks , evidently affected with much genuine emotion , was received with such an
ovation that for several minutes he was unable to speak , when , however , he proceeded to icturn thanks he was heard with the most profc und attention , and without ostentation orhumility of language thanked the loelge in very suitable terms , expressing his full determination that so long as he may be spared and able to do so he will still assist in maintaining the prestige of this , the oldest lodge in Somerset .
On resuming his seat he was again greeted with hearty exhibitions of good feeling . Bro . Dr . Henry Hopkins then announced that he had received a prospectus from Bro . Hughan , of the publication of another important Masonic work in a few weeks , and solicited the brethren to become subscribers fir copies . He eulogized the usefulness and qualities of the author as well as of the work , and the
beautiful manner in which it is being got up . A few orders have been placed in the hands of Bro . Hopkins . Bro . F . Wilkinson then proposed , and Bro . J . S . Turner seconded a candidate for initiation . Bro . Ashley presented a very ancient Bible , and a very old record of the lodges in this part of the country , for the library of No . 41 . A vote of thanks was then proposed to the visiting brethren , which
was responded to by Bro . C . Collins , W . M . Royal Sussex ; Bro . Powell , of " Gooch Lodge , Wilts , " Bro . Moutrie , 906 , and others . Bro . F . Wilkinson then gave notice for the agenda paper of next month , that he should propose a vote of ten guineas to be given to Bro . General Doherty , on his going up as a Steward to the Masonic Girls' School at the ensuing festival . There being no further business the lodge
was closed in perfect harmony and solemn prayer at 6 . 15 ., after which the brethren adjourned to the Castle Hotel for the banquet , which was capitally served by Bro . Rubie , P . M ., and a most enjoyable evening was spent . After the cloth was cleared the usual toasts were given and some capital songs and glees by various members of the lodge , assisted at the piano by very much respected Bro . Pyne ,
organist at the Abbey Church , who also gave three or four excellent songs in bis best style . Bro . Dr . Henry Hopkins in responding to the toast of "S . W . " alluded to a rather singular coincidence , that last week occurred the thirtieth anniversary of his investiture in his mother lodge , No . 43 , in the same office he this day assumed in No . 41 , both lodges having been founded or
rather received a warrant of confirmation in the same year , 1733 . Bro . T . P . Ashley , in proposing the " Masonic Charities , " appealed to the brethren in a most urgent and feeling manner for increased support , alluding , of course , to the recent successful election of the boy Cooper into the School , and , we believe , that during the evening many promises and some actual donations and subscriptions were received by him for all the Institutions . After a most
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enjoyable evening and cordial votes of thanks to the visitors , amongst which were some American brethren , and a hearty invitation for all of them to revisit their respective lodges , the brethren separated just at high twelve . We subjoin a list of the brethren who attended lodge , which was largely increased at the banquet . Bros . F . ( . Brown , P . M ., P . P . G . S . W . Somerset ; J . S . Turner , P . M . ; S . G .
Mitchell , P . M , ; R . Mann , Hy . Leader , J . Maggs , James Robinson , F . W . Willis , Walter E . Smith , Harry B . Smith , Jacob Smith , Wm . Morris . Visitors : —Bros . R . Ford , P . M . 534 ; W . H . Peyton , 284 ; J . A . Innes , 6 ^ 9 ; Jno . Banks , W . H . Young , 906 ; General H . E . Doherty , C . B ., P . M . 906 , P . P . G . S . W . ; Jas . Dutton , P . M . s-j , and 855 ; F .
Neebe , 1254 ; W . H . Dill , P . M . 906 , P . P . G . P . ; S . Edwards P-M- S 3 i Jas . Powell , 1295 ; Morris , 1295 ; C . Collins , W . M . 53 ; Wm . F . Collins , J . O . 53 ; E . T . Payne , P . M . 53 5 J- S . Bartrum , P . M . 379 ; and others . Besides the officers & c , mentioned in their proper places above . This report would be incomplete without mention of the ease and effectiveness with which the new W . M . conducted the
proceedings of the evening , and that on this account , and the character of the officers he has appointed , a general impression prevails that there is every prospect of a happy and prosperous new year in store for Royal Cumberland Lodge , 41 . GUERNSEY .-Mariners Lodge ( No . 168 ) . — The regular monthly meeting of this lodge was held at
the Masonic Hall , Court-place , on the 5 th inst ., the W . M . Bro . J . Gallienne , P . D . P . G . M ., prcsieling , supported by the following officers : —Bros . F . Clarke , S . W . ; H . Dunn , J . W . ; II . Wilkins , P . M ., Treas . ; W . De Jersey , P . M ., Sec . ; A . C . Quick , S . D . ; W . Courtney , J . D . ; H . Saunelcrs , I . G . ; S . Barter , Tyler , and about forty brethren . The minutes of the previous meeting having been read and
confirmed , the ballot was taken foi two candidates , and two joining members , in each case proving successful . Bro . Wright was then examined , entrusted and then passed out . The lodge was then opened in the Second Degree , when Bros . Quant and Reed having given proofs Of proficiency retired for preparation . The lodge was then opened in the Third Degree when Bros . Quant
and Read were raised to the Sublime Degree of M . M . by thc W . M . in his very able and impressive manner . The lodge being resumed in the Second Degree Bro . Wright was admitted and passed to the degree of F . C . The lodge was then resumed in the First Degree , when Messrs . Baigent , Newport , and De Jausserand , were admitted and initiated according to ancient custom . On
the usual questions being put , the S . W . ( Bro . F . Clarke ) rose , begging the W . M . to accept for Mariners Lodge , the portrait of the most distinguished brother amongst them . This painting he said was a humble present from our artist , Bro . Boutillier , to his mother lodge , and he ( the S . W . ) begged to propose that the lodge defray the expense of a suitable frame , with inscription . The I . P . M . ( Bro . R . Smythson ) ,
in seconding the proposition , further proposed that a hearty vote of thanks be given to the donor , and that the same be recorded in the minutes of the lodge ; this was carried unanimously . The W . M . then rose , and said , Bro . Boutillier , it is the portrait of myself which you have so kindly given to the lodge and I beg of you to accept my sincere thanks as well as
the thanks of the lodge so cordially given . The lodge was then closed in due form , the brethren adjourning to the banqueting room , where an excellent spread was laid out , to which the brethren had been specially invited to remain , as it was provided by the brethren of the 105 th Regiment , stationed in Guernsey . After justice had been done to the good things , the usual loyal and Masonic
toasts were given by thc W . M . The I . P . M ., in proposing " The Health of the W . M ., " said—Brethren , you all know the toast which , as I . P . M ., it is my pleasure and duty to propose , and I know you will receive it enthusiastically , Time was when Bro . Gallienne came amongst us and objected to our drinking his health except on his birthday , but now we will take care that he has twelve good ones
this year . The W . M ., in rising , said it would be ungrateful on his part did he not respond to the kindness of the brethren . He thanked them , and wished to give them a little advice , but he begged them to remember that he did not wish to be thought invidious . He wished them to lake it as kindly as it was meant , coming from one of some experience in Masonry , he having neatly attained
his thirtieth year of Masonic life . He then pointed out some of the duties of members in and out of lodge , and concluded an able speech by saying , " Our lodge is now in a prosperous condition as contrasted with what it was but a very few years since , but we must be cautious that that prosperity does not make us careless , and unmindful of the real purport of Masonry—charity . If we have
done a little good in the past , let us try and do a great deal more in the future . " " The P . Ms . " being given and responded to , was followed by " The Initiates and the newly passed Brother . " In proposing "The Health of the newly raised Brethren , " the W . M . referred to the manner in which military men went through the ceremonies—the strict attention they gave , as if the
discipline of their bodies was reflected on their minds . He would couple with this toast that of their hosts , the two newly-raised being part of them ; personally he had always objected to anything of the sort being given ; amongst some , he said , it was impressed as the correct thing when a brother was raised to provide a spread , but this was not necessary in this lodge , and if it had not been a spontaneous offering on the part of the brethren of the
105 th Regiment , which , he thought , it would be ungrateful not to accept , he would have set his face against it . Bros . Quant and Reed ( thc newly-raised brethren ) , as also Bros . Biiggs , Potton , and Battershill briefly responded . " The Officers " elicited a response from several of them , as also did that of " The . Visitors . " The ] Tyler ' s toast at length brought a very pleasant evening , which had been interspersed with some very good singing , to a close .
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repast was served to them in thebest style , to which ample justice was done . A very handsome dessert of all the fruits in season was generously provided by the W . M . himself . About eighty brethren sat down . On the waiters retiring , the usual loyal and Masonic toasts were proposed from the chair and heartily responded to by all present . In proposing thc first toast the W . M . remarked
upon the execellent qualities of the Queen and the good fortune of Englishmen to be under such a ruler , and also referred to the recent bereavement she had sustained , and the deep sympathy that had been felt for Her Majesty by the whole Masonic body . " The Health of the Piince of Wales , M . W . G . M . " the Sovereign of Freemasons , was responded to with
enthusiasm . " The Health of the Earl of Carnarvon , Pro Grand Master , " also received a veiy heaity response , the W . M . in proposing it remarking on ihe truly admirable manner in which the Earl of Carnarvon carried out the work of Grand Lodge . In proposing " The Health of the Deputy Grand Master , the Earl of Skelmersdale , and that of the rest of the Grand Officers Present and Past , " the chairman remarked
that they had always a Grand Officer in the lodge in the person of Bro . Coutts to keep them informed of the doings of Grand Lodge , but that on this occasion when they had a number of other Grand Officers present , he should couple this toast with the name of . Bro . Jabez Hogg , P . G . D . Bro Hogg in responding said that he had much pleasure in availing himself of the privilege accorded him
and after a few remarks upon the good qualities of his fellow Granel Officers expressed thc pleasure it gave him to see Bro . Ireton in thc proud position acquired that evening . The W . M ' s . name was one . not unknown in English history , and he was quite sure that the brethren had done well in placing him in the chair of K . S . ; that Bro . Ireton had come into the lodge resolved to attain the honour of
the chair , and that having done so lie was ready to give the brethren the advantage of his Masonic knowledge anel his services . The brethren could not do belter than rally round him and support him on everj occasion . Bro . Hogg expressed himself as being extremely gratified at the working of the lodge , the gratificalion being the greater because it so seldom happens that a Master just installed ,
initiates five brethren in one night . And under such circumstances it was not surprising lhat the W . M . should propose to increase the initiation fee . He agreed with the W . M . in his desire to limit the number of the lodge . As regarded more particularly thase for whom he was responding , the Grand Officers were always ready to do their duty and render thtir ' assistance whenever occasion demanded ,
just as the Deputy Granel Master was always ready in the absence of the Pro G . Master to carry out the work of G . Lodge . Bro . Edwd . Jacobs , I . P . M ., proposed "The Health of the W . M ., and in doing so remarked upon the great support that Bro . Ireton had bestowed upon the Masonic Charities , and upon his many good qualities and fitness for the office he had assumed , and trusted that the brethren
would all give their Master their most cordial support . Bro . Ireton . —Brethren , a Worshipful Master has a most difficult task to perform during the evening—he has to reply for himself . That time for me lias arrived , and I know not what to say , for I fear I have not deserved any of the praise which our Immeeliate Past Master has passed upon me . You have elccteil me your W . M ., and nothing
I can do shall be omitted , no talent that is placed within mc but shall be exerciseel to promote that hospitality that should exist among Freemasons . I desire to make this a moelel lodge—that as it is in the centre of the metropolis it shall be a centre of Freemasonry . That is the object with which we endeavour to promote the Covent Garden Lodge , and strive to make it second to none in Freemasonry .
You have had several goid Masters and there are several coming on—men of education , men who know what the world is and possess all the qualifications for a W . M . I have to thank Bro . P . M . Jacobs for the very kinel manner in which he has spoken of me . I shall perform the office to which I have been elected with all the ability I possess , and I think I have the brethren all with me , and I thank
you for the very unanimous way in which you have recorded your sympathy with me in drinking the toast to my health . The next toast that we come to is " The Health of our Chaplain . " No 1 " The Health of the Initiates " comes next in order , but as I mentioned the Chaplain I will say that his absence is involuntary . I have received a beautiful letter from Bro . Holden , and am
sorry to tell you that it is indisposition that has prevented his being with us this evening . I will now pass to the toast of " The Initiates . " We have initiated five candidates to-day , and when , brethren , you know as much of them as I do you will rejoice at their admittance into our body . They are men not only of position , but men whose minds are Masonic in every way . They were Freemasons
though they diel not belong to our body . They are imbued with a feeling of good fellowship and all thc Masonic virtues . We should always try to select men so well fitted as these are to become candidates , bearing in mind that it is not the length of the chain but the quality of the metal it is composed of that makes its strength . This toast was responded to very heartily , and having been briefly
responded to by each of the five initiate s , the W . M . proceeded to propose " The Health of the I . P . M ., " Bro . Edward Jacobs , remarking on the skill anel ability with which he had transacted the business of the lodge , and the large number of brethren he had initiated during his year of office , concluding by presenting him with a handsome Past Master ' s jewel and expressing the warmest wishes
for his health to wear and enjoy the mark of esteem won from the brethren by his own merit . Numerous other toasts were drunk including " The Visitors , " " The Past Masters , " "The Treasurer and Secretary , " "The Masonic Charities , " " The Officers of the Lodge , " the Tyler ' s toast bringing the proceedings to a conclusion at a somewhat late hour .
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BATH . —Royal Cumberland Lodge ( No . 41 ) . —The installation -meeting of this lodge was held on the 6 th inst . at the Masonic Hall , the chief business of the evening being thc installation of the W . M . elect , Bro . Philip Braham , J . W . There was a good assembly of brethren , Past Masters , members , and visitors . The W . M ., Bro . F . Wilkinson , was supported by about twenty P . M ' -- .
and W . M ' s . of other lodges . The lodge was opened at 4 . 25 , and the minutes of the last regular lodge having been read and confirmed , a letter was read from the D . P . G . M ., Bro . Else , apologising for absence , on the ground of previous engagement ; also a notice from the Secretary of the Royal Mascnic Institution for Girls , announcing the festival to be held in May , and asking that a Steward
might be sent from No . 41 , consideration of which was deferred . The W . M . then vacated the chair , and Bro . T . P . Ashley , P . P . G . S . W ., P . M . and Treas ., took it for the purpose of installing the W . M . elect , and opened the lodge in the Second Degree . After the customary introduction and address , the Secretary read the ancient charges , anel the W . M . elect having given his consent thereto , the lodge was
opened in the Third Degree , Ihe brethren below the chair retired , and a Board of Installed Masters was opened , in whose presence Bro . Braham was duly installed . The board having been closed , the M . M's . were re-admitted , and subsequently the F . C ' s . and E . A's ., in both cases the lodge being brought down to those degrees . The usual proclamations and salutes were given , and the officers appointed
as follows : —Bros . Dr . Henry Hopkins , P . P . G . S . W . Warwickshire , P . M . 43 and 95 8 , & e „ received the collar of S . W ., which appointment was hailed by the brethren with great acclamation , he having rendered many valuable services to the lodge during his five years' sojourn amongst them , being ever ready to assist in any of the ceremonies , always willing to deliver charges , addresses , and Masonic lectures ,
& c , and at all times pre pared to give instruction to brethren who may require such , or any other assistance Masonically , and in regard to the proper working of charity and other useful branches of the society , always exerting and interesting himself . The collar of the J . W . was given to W . Hunt ; C . W . Radway , Sec . ; T . P . Ashley , Treas . -, R . B . Cater , S . D . ; E . I . Mercer , I . D . ; Thos . Wilton
D . C . ; J . Rubie , Asst . D . C . ; W . L . Baldwin , Org . ; A , Holmes , I . G . ; Ames and Peach , Stewards ; Bigwood , Tyler . The Installing Master then gave the customary addresses to the W . M ., Wardens , and brethren with great effect , indeed , the whole ceremony was marked by great impressiveness and solemnity , but previously , at his request , Bro , Dr . Henry Hopkins gave an address to the I . P . M . in most
impressive manner , and explained Masonically the symbolism of the emblem on his jewel , that is the forty-seventh proposition of the first book of Euclid . Bro . Wilton then , in the name of the lodge , and in most earnest and feeling manner , presented the ^ I . P . M ., Bro . Frank Wilkinson , with a handsome silver inkstand , to be accompanied by a scroll on vellum , as a testimonial for the able and courteous
manner in which he had discharged the duties of W . M . of the lodge for two successive years . We would like to give this address in extenso , for it contained such truly Masonic and hearty brotherly feeling as rarely is found existing under any ordinary circumstances , but space will not permit . The I . P . M . on rising to return thanks , evidently affected with much genuine emotion , was received with such an
ovation that for several minutes he was unable to speak , when , however , he proceeded to icturn thanks he was heard with the most profc und attention , and without ostentation orhumility of language thanked the loelge in very suitable terms , expressing his full determination that so long as he may be spared and able to do so he will still assist in maintaining the prestige of this , the oldest lodge in Somerset .
On resuming his seat he was again greeted with hearty exhibitions of good feeling . Bro . Dr . Henry Hopkins then announced that he had received a prospectus from Bro . Hughan , of the publication of another important Masonic work in a few weeks , and solicited the brethren to become subscribers fir copies . He eulogized the usefulness and qualities of the author as well as of the work , and the
beautiful manner in which it is being got up . A few orders have been placed in the hands of Bro . Hopkins . Bro . F . Wilkinson then proposed , and Bro . J . S . Turner seconded a candidate for initiation . Bro . Ashley presented a very ancient Bible , and a very old record of the lodges in this part of the country , for the library of No . 41 . A vote of thanks was then proposed to the visiting brethren , which
was responded to by Bro . C . Collins , W . M . Royal Sussex ; Bro . Powell , of " Gooch Lodge , Wilts , " Bro . Moutrie , 906 , and others . Bro . F . Wilkinson then gave notice for the agenda paper of next month , that he should propose a vote of ten guineas to be given to Bro . General Doherty , on his going up as a Steward to the Masonic Girls' School at the ensuing festival . There being no further business the lodge
was closed in perfect harmony and solemn prayer at 6 . 15 ., after which the brethren adjourned to the Castle Hotel for the banquet , which was capitally served by Bro . Rubie , P . M ., and a most enjoyable evening was spent . After the cloth was cleared the usual toasts were given and some capital songs and glees by various members of the lodge , assisted at the piano by very much respected Bro . Pyne ,
organist at the Abbey Church , who also gave three or four excellent songs in bis best style . Bro . Dr . Henry Hopkins in responding to the toast of "S . W . " alluded to a rather singular coincidence , that last week occurred the thirtieth anniversary of his investiture in his mother lodge , No . 43 , in the same office he this day assumed in No . 41 , both lodges having been founded or
rather received a warrant of confirmation in the same year , 1733 . Bro . T . P . Ashley , in proposing the " Masonic Charities , " appealed to the brethren in a most urgent and feeling manner for increased support , alluding , of course , to the recent successful election of the boy Cooper into the School , and , we believe , that during the evening many promises and some actual donations and subscriptions were received by him for all the Institutions . After a most
Reports Of Masonic Meetings.
enjoyable evening and cordial votes of thanks to the visitors , amongst which were some American brethren , and a hearty invitation for all of them to revisit their respective lodges , the brethren separated just at high twelve . We subjoin a list of the brethren who attended lodge , which was largely increased at the banquet . Bros . F . ( . Brown , P . M ., P . P . G . S . W . Somerset ; J . S . Turner , P . M . ; S . G .
Mitchell , P . M , ; R . Mann , Hy . Leader , J . Maggs , James Robinson , F . W . Willis , Walter E . Smith , Harry B . Smith , Jacob Smith , Wm . Morris . Visitors : —Bros . R . Ford , P . M . 534 ; W . H . Peyton , 284 ; J . A . Innes , 6 ^ 9 ; Jno . Banks , W . H . Young , 906 ; General H . E . Doherty , C . B ., P . M . 906 , P . P . G . S . W . ; Jas . Dutton , P . M . s-j , and 855 ; F .
Neebe , 1254 ; W . H . Dill , P . M . 906 , P . P . G . P . ; S . Edwards P-M- S 3 i Jas . Powell , 1295 ; Morris , 1295 ; C . Collins , W . M . 53 ; Wm . F . Collins , J . O . 53 ; E . T . Payne , P . M . 53 5 J- S . Bartrum , P . M . 379 ; and others . Besides the officers & c , mentioned in their proper places above . This report would be incomplete without mention of the ease and effectiveness with which the new W . M . conducted the
proceedings of the evening , and that on this account , and the character of the officers he has appointed , a general impression prevails that there is every prospect of a happy and prosperous new year in store for Royal Cumberland Lodge , 41 . GUERNSEY .-Mariners Lodge ( No . 168 ) . — The regular monthly meeting of this lodge was held at
the Masonic Hall , Court-place , on the 5 th inst ., the W . M . Bro . J . Gallienne , P . D . P . G . M ., prcsieling , supported by the following officers : —Bros . F . Clarke , S . W . ; H . Dunn , J . W . ; II . Wilkins , P . M ., Treas . ; W . De Jersey , P . M ., Sec . ; A . C . Quick , S . D . ; W . Courtney , J . D . ; H . Saunelcrs , I . G . ; S . Barter , Tyler , and about forty brethren . The minutes of the previous meeting having been read and
confirmed , the ballot was taken foi two candidates , and two joining members , in each case proving successful . Bro . Wright was then examined , entrusted and then passed out . The lodge was then opened in the Second Degree , when Bros . Quant and Reed having given proofs Of proficiency retired for preparation . The lodge was then opened in the Third Degree when Bros . Quant
and Read were raised to the Sublime Degree of M . M . by thc W . M . in his very able and impressive manner . The lodge being resumed in the Second Degree Bro . Wright was admitted and passed to the degree of F . C . The lodge was then resumed in the First Degree , when Messrs . Baigent , Newport , and De Jausserand , were admitted and initiated according to ancient custom . On
the usual questions being put , the S . W . ( Bro . F . Clarke ) rose , begging the W . M . to accept for Mariners Lodge , the portrait of the most distinguished brother amongst them . This painting he said was a humble present from our artist , Bro . Boutillier , to his mother lodge , and he ( the S . W . ) begged to propose that the lodge defray the expense of a suitable frame , with inscription . The I . P . M . ( Bro . R . Smythson ) ,
in seconding the proposition , further proposed that a hearty vote of thanks be given to the donor , and that the same be recorded in the minutes of the lodge ; this was carried unanimously . The W . M . then rose , and said , Bro . Boutillier , it is the portrait of myself which you have so kindly given to the lodge and I beg of you to accept my sincere thanks as well as
the thanks of the lodge so cordially given . The lodge was then closed in due form , the brethren adjourning to the banqueting room , where an excellent spread was laid out , to which the brethren had been specially invited to remain , as it was provided by the brethren of the 105 th Regiment , stationed in Guernsey . After justice had been done to the good things , the usual loyal and Masonic
toasts were given by thc W . M . The I . P . M ., in proposing " The Health of the W . M ., " said—Brethren , you all know the toast which , as I . P . M ., it is my pleasure and duty to propose , and I know you will receive it enthusiastically , Time was when Bro . Gallienne came amongst us and objected to our drinking his health except on his birthday , but now we will take care that he has twelve good ones
this year . The W . M ., in rising , said it would be ungrateful on his part did he not respond to the kindness of the brethren . He thanked them , and wished to give them a little advice , but he begged them to remember that he did not wish to be thought invidious . He wished them to lake it as kindly as it was meant , coming from one of some experience in Masonry , he having neatly attained
his thirtieth year of Masonic life . He then pointed out some of the duties of members in and out of lodge , and concluded an able speech by saying , " Our lodge is now in a prosperous condition as contrasted with what it was but a very few years since , but we must be cautious that that prosperity does not make us careless , and unmindful of the real purport of Masonry—charity . If we have
done a little good in the past , let us try and do a great deal more in the future . " " The P . Ms . " being given and responded to , was followed by " The Initiates and the newly passed Brother . " In proposing "The Health of the newly raised Brethren , " the W . M . referred to the manner in which military men went through the ceremonies—the strict attention they gave , as if the
discipline of their bodies was reflected on their minds . He would couple with this toast that of their hosts , the two newly-raised being part of them ; personally he had always objected to anything of the sort being given ; amongst some , he said , it was impressed as the correct thing when a brother was raised to provide a spread , but this was not necessary in this lodge , and if it had not been a spontaneous offering on the part of the brethren of the
105 th Regiment , which , he thought , it would be ungrateful not to accept , he would have set his face against it . Bros . Quant and Reed ( thc newly-raised brethren ) , as also Bros . Biiggs , Potton , and Battershill briefly responded . " The Officers " elicited a response from several of them , as also did that of " The . Visitors . " The ] Tyler ' s toast at length brought a very pleasant evening , which had been interspersed with some very good singing , to a close .