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Craft Masonry.
c- ^ son , S . D . ; R . Clarke , J . D . ; J . J . Lewen , I . G . ; T . M . Couch , Stwd . ; C Sen P . M . ; T . B . Richards , P . M . ; J . Downing , P . M . ; E . Levesque , P . M . ; r \\ Ockelford , I ) . Bartlett , Tom Coles , A . G . Denton , J . Howard , J . Alleevay , T . W . tiiick ' ner , E . H . E . Fletcher , A . Bray , W . M . Johnson , F . Petchell , E . Johnson , J . Cox , » Amider , W . A . Hammond , J . Deaton , J . Woods , A . Lcvesque , R . Marshall , , 4 T . Margelts . H . West , R . Fletcher , Thomas Brook ? , W . H . Carter , A . K . Turber-\"\ YTyler , and others . Visitors : Bros . G . Wallace , P-M . 907 ; | . R . Reeo , P . M . * " ¦ . ' . r . R _ Maul ) . 12117 .- Orlton Cooper . P . M . 211 : G . H . Barrett . P . M . i ^ ei
rant ' VV . R . Wilkinson , 250 : J . H . Bidwell , P . M . 2120 ; T . Jones , P . M . 1607 ; A E Purki ? , J . D . 1314 ; G . R . N . Wheeler , 2130 ; C . Sims , P . M . SGi ; J . Levy , PM 205 ; R-Stuart , 209 S ; J . H . Andcrsoa , 2272 ; G . R . Mustoe , S 13 ; VV . M . fv „|| ' « P . M . 34 ; A . Stewart , 394 ; VV . Batt , 171 G ; F . J . Oliver , 105 C ; Pierpoint , ii I 77 : W . J . Price Taylor , 79 ; J . Speller , 2374 , P . P . G . D . Essex ; D . M . L-nWes P . M . 9 G 9 ; C . W . Raymonr , P . M . 171 G ; . L . Potts , P . M . 1716 ; G . Gabb , pl | . R . A . Kearney , P . M . 15 ; F . C . Bradley , J . VV . 15 ; A . Smith , 2426 ; F . M . risk ' 19 ; I- Hughes , 131 G ; j . F . Knibb , P . M . 115 S ; VV . Robinson , SGo ; N . Magee , P-M- 174 : D . M . Sherwill , S 13 ; II . Pepperdine , 2394 ; G . H . Peters , 2394 ; C . Anderson , 95 ; R . W . Hobden , 132 S ; R . Tarrant , 1220 ; and R . T . West , 1744 . The minutes of the previous meeting and of an emergency meeting having been
ead the W . M . initiated Mr . Thos . Brooks and Mr . Wm . Henry Carter . Bro . C . Wee ' den , P . M ., then occupied the chair , and proceeded with the important task of installing Bro . H . D . Blake as VV . M ., which he did in a very praiseworthy manner . The new W . M . then appointed and duly invested the following as his officers for the year : Uros . I . I . Mooie ] S . W . ; G . Simpson , J . VV . ; Rev . C J . Stevens , Chap . ; H . J . Gabb , P . M ., Treas . ; A . J . Potter , P . M ., Sec ; R . Clarke , S . D . ; J . J . Lewen , I . G . j °
E Johnson , Org . ; C . Weeden , P . M ., D . C ; T . W . Buckner , A . D . C ; T . VV . Couch , J . Alleway , and A . Bray , Stewards ; and A . K . Turberfield , Tyler . The delivery of the customary addresses vvas ably and impressively rendered by Bro . C . Weeden , p M , The Auditors' report having been received and adopted , and after " Hearty good wishes" from the large number of visitors , the lodge was closed , and the brethren adjourned to a superb banquet , which reflected the highest credit on the establishment , and was well served , for which Bro . J . Marcham was responsible . to the toaststhe stated that the
At the close of the repast , and , as a preface , VV . M . hour being late , his speeches would be brief ; he hoped that those who had to follow him would adopt the same course , as they had a lengthy programme to get through . The W . M . gave the usual loyal and Masonic toasts in brief but happy terms , which were duly honoured . "The Health of the W . M . " vvas proposed by Bro . Herbert Sprake , I . P . M ., who stated that it gave him much pleasure to submit the toast , which would be received with
rrreat enthusiasm . Bro . Blake would make a model W . M ., and he was honoured by being his I . P . M . He had not the slightest doubt that their new VV . M . would do everything for the lodge , and would keep up its well-known reputation and add to its lustre . He wished him every happiness during his term of office , and everything he could wish himself . The toast was drunk with acclamation , and Bro . II . D . Blake , W . M ., received a hearty greeting on rising to respond . He said
lhat after the way he had been toasted it was difficult for hirn to adequately respond , but he thanked them from his heart . It was now six years since he was initiated in that his mother lodge , and he hoped during his year of office to have their confidence , and that they would never regret electing him their Master . It would be his earnest endeavour to follow in the footsteps of his able predecessors , and at the end , of his tether to be able to hand over to his successor what he had received as pure and unsullied .
The W . M . gave "The I . P . M ., Bro . Herbert Sprake , " remarking that the proof of the pudding was in the eating . He had had a most successful year of office , a large number of initiates , and the Iodge had prospered under his genial presidency . It was now his pleasure and honour , on behalf of the lodge , to present him with a Past Master ' s jewel , as a small token for his great services , and what they all felt towards him , and he hoped he would be spared for many years to be with them to wear the jewel , which he so richly deserved .
The inscription on the jewel was— " Presented to Bro . Herbert Sprake , by the brethren of the New Concord Lodge , No . 813 , in appreciation of his zeal and assiduity of W . M . 1895-9 0 . " The toast vvas received vvith enthusiasm , and Bro . Herbert Sprake , I . P . M ., in response , said that the W . M . had been too laudatory in his remarks . He had endeavoured to do his best , and if he had succeeded , to their satisfaction he was more than satisfied , but he was a busy man , having to play many parts . His term of office had been a very happy one , and he thanked his officers and
all the members for the many kindnesses he had received at their hands , and he hoped his successor would have the same support as he had had . It was 20 years ago since he joined the lodge , and during that time the Treasurers had well-guarded the funds . VVhen he went into the chair he stated that all should be well entertained during his reign , but at that time it was thought by the members that he would be an expensive Masier . However , the audit showed them to be in a good condition , and what vvas prognosticated had luckily not come to pass . In conclusion , he referred to the summer outing , whichhe observed , was a splendid suc : ess , and he was proud of it .
, ln submitting the toast of " The Installing Master , Bro . C . Weeden , " theW . M . stated that all those who were fortunate enough to see the whole of the ceremony must have been impressed with Bro . Weeden ' s grand working . Bro . Weeden responded , and said that it vvas a pleasure and honour to act as Installing Master , and he assured them that he would be always ready and willing to do his best to promote the welfare of the lodge .
The toast of " The Visitors was next given , the W . M . remarking that lodges would be tame indeed without visitors . He was glad to see so many friends , and , on behalf of the lodge , he gave them a very hearty welcome , and hoped to see them there again .. He coupled with the toast the name of Bro . Pierpoint , P . M ., who was better known as " London Bridge . " In acknowledging the toast , Bro . Pierpoint , P . M . 177 , stated that he wis not accustomed to make speeches . It had fallen to his happy lot to have been present on many occasions , and he was al , vays delighted when asked to attend the New Concord
Lodge . The members vvere to be congratulated in having such an efficient VV . M ., and he wished him every happiness . In looking to the shelf of Past Masters he missed many dear friends , but there were some left who vvere also dear friends of his . He had spent a very pleasant evening , and , on behalf of the visitors ( and it was a great honour to be called upon to respond for the whole , who , he felt sure , had thoroughly enjoyed themselves ) , he thanked the members for their very kind treatment and entertainment . The VV . M . proposed "The Initiates . " He thought they were of the right sort , and hojjed they would be a credit to the Iodge and the Craft in general .
Bro . Thos . Brooks responded . He said that he was pleased to be a Mason and it would be his duty to make himself a fit and proper member . I le observed the kindly feeling vvhich prevailed all round , and he felt he had done the right thing in joining the Order . Bro . W . H . Carter stated that it was one ot the dreams of his life to be a Freemason and he was sorry that he had not entered before . The splendid ceremony he had gone through he should never forget , and he hoped to prove a good and true brother to tlie Craft .
In giving " The Past Masters , " the Worshipful Master said that he was honoured anel glad to see so good an array present , as they vvere beyond the slightest doubt the veiy backbone of the lodge . He associated with the toast thc name of Bro . T . B . Richards , P . M . In response , Bro . Richards stated that all the Past Masters reciprocated the kind words of the VV . M . Inappropriate terms the W . M . gave "The Trcasarer and Secretary , " remarking lhat thoy had every conlidence in their TreasurerBro . Gabband as to Bro . Potter
, , , Ac Secretary , he was well-known in the Masonic woi Id in the Metropolis , hc was a good fellow and he could not say too much in his praise . Bro . A . J . Potter , P . M ., Sec , acknowledged the toast and thanked the VV . M . for again appointing him as Secretary . The Worshipful Master proposed "The Officers , " observing that those he had appointed were of the very best and would give him every assistance . He joined with ¦ he toast the name of Bro . J . I . Moore , S . W .
Bro . Moore replied , remarking that he vvould do his utmost to assist the W . M ., and ne felt sure that his colleagues would do the same . Ihe Tyler's toast brought to a close a very happy gathering . „ Hro . Edaard Johnson was assisted in the musical entertainment by Messrs . Herbert -tockwell , Chas . ii . Johnson , Fred . Russell , the Musical Zellos , Madame Marie Koivl jJs , Miss Maud Curette , Miss Lily llcale , Madame Byron Ballard , and Miss Cora R . Johnson .
Craft Masonry.
Stuart Lodge , No . 1632 . The installation meeting of this flourishing Iodge was held at the Surrey Masonic Hall , Carr . herwell , on Monday , the 23 rd inst . Present : Bros . F . H . Lynn , VV . M . ; VV R . Barr , J . W ., VV . M . elect ; John Morgan , S . VV . ; G . H . G . Mortran , P . M ., Treas . ; A . Bannister , P . M ., Sec . ; J . M . Klempner , S . D . ; Jas . Vagg , J . D . ; Hy . Baldwin , P . M ., P . P . G . S . B . Middx ., D . C ; Thos . Bowler , I . G . ; T . Bailey , Tyler ; H . Mascall , P . M . j J . G . Barker , Jas . Cook , E . C Russell , G . C . Brooker , J . Harp , E . Voigt , E . Falkner , D . R . Mulch , E . Brook , F . Knell , W . E . Challis , L Whiteman , M . A .
Pecarc , R . B . Whiteman , J . R . Morgan , A . T . Mustier , VV . Hipgrave , Evan Cook , R . Ferris , J . II . Wolpert , A . H . Pardo , G . K . Bradley , A . Vausrhan , J . O'Connor , Hy . Montgomery , and J . Giolito . The visitors were Bros E . VVinterbottom , S . D . 1 549 ; Christopher Sims , P . M . SGi ; H . Brought ™ , 1269 ; F . E . Pow , J . W . 1901 ; VV . H . Snow , 902 ; F . E . Germain , 749 ; VV . VVicken , I . G . 742 ; T . R ! Cass , I . P . M . 1320 ; W . H . Harper , P . M . 21 S 2 ; G . J . Garland , P . M . 172 S ; F . Beer , 954 ; E . Hancock , S 7 ; Thos . Grummant , P . M . and Sac . 1559 ; W . H . Newton , 1963 ; Carlo Grassie , P . M . 1559 ; V . H . T . Germain , 2272 J J . Hooper , P . M . 1320 ; and C . H . Stone , P . M . 507 .
The minutes of the regular and emergency meetings were read and confirmed , and Mr . i . H . Montgomery was duly initiated by the VV . M ., after which Bro . VV . R . Barr , J . VV . and W . M . elect , was presented by Bro . Baldwin , P . M ., to receive at the hands of Bro . Lynn , VV . M ., the benefits of installation , which was creditably performed . The new W . M ., Bro . Barr , invested his ofiicers very commendably as follows : Bros . F . H . Lynn , I . P . M . j John Morgan , S . W . j M . J . Klempner , J . W . j G . H . G . Morgan , P . M ., Treas . j A . Bannister , P . M ., Sec . ; J . R . Vagg , S . D . ; R . MilchJD . j H .
, . Baldwin , P . M ., D . C . j A . Jewell , A . D . C . j T . Bowler , I . G . j J . Ottway and F . Knell , Stwds . ; and T . Bailey , Tyler . The addresses vvere delivered by Bro . Lynn , I . P . M . Bro . Bowley , I . G ., presented the Senior and Junior Wardens' brass columns to the lodge , for which he received the hearty thanks of the members . A Past Master ' s jewel was next presented to the I . P . M ., theW . M . remarking Bro . Lynn had conducted the affairs of the lodge so ably for the past year , and the jewel was to mirk their
appreciation of his services . Bro . Lynn very suitably responded . Thre ; propositions were handed in for initiation at the next meeting , which augurs well for the Iodge . The balance-sheet , as audited , was deferred till the next mjeting . A notice of motion was made that it be printed and placed before the brethren then . It shows the lodge to be in a thoroughly sound financial position . The W . M ., Bro . Barr , presented to the lodge copies of hymns and short anthems , to be used during the ceremony and in opening and closing of the lodge , which were much admired .
The business of the lodge ended , the brethren adjourned to an excellent bmquet , supplied by Mrs . Venables , the proprietress , in her best style , vvhich vvas much appreciated . The cloth removed , the W . M . gave the loyal and Masonic toasts in becoming terms , which were duly responded to . The toast of "The Pro Grand Master , the Diputy Grand Master , and the rest of the Grand Officers , Present and Past , " the Worshipful Master remarked , was one
deserving of the best thanks of the brethren for their untiring energy and enthusiasm always shown for the benefit of the lodge . Bro . Lynn , I . P . M ., next presented the toast of "The W . M ., " which was received vvith acclamation . The W . M . was one of the most enthusiastic Masons , and his work vvas most thorough . The lodge was proud of such a Master . Hi was connected with two chapters—the Star and Addiscombe—of vvhich he was ist A . S . in each , and , what was more commendable , carrying out the tenets of Freemasonry , inasmuch as he was
Life Governor to the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution and Royal Masonic Institution for Boys and Life Subscriber to the Royal Masonic Institution for Girls , and was standing Steward to the Girls' Institution that year to qualify as Life Governor . With such credentials , the W . M . had proved himself most worthy to preside over them , and all wished him long life , health , and happiness , and a most successful year of office . In reply , Bro . VV . R . Barr , VV . M ., said he little expected such an ovation , but he heartily appreciated it . Since the time he was initiated—five years ago—when he wis
deeply impressed by the beautiful ceremony , he resolved to make himself mister of it , and regularly attended lodges of instruction , specially the Rose , No . 1623 , and Blackheath , No . 1320 , which he strongly advocated to the brethren . He feltita greathonour to preside over such a lodge , and he hoped to carry out the duties appsrtaining thereto to thc entire satisfaction of all , promising no lack on his part to acquit himself as perfectly as possible . He most heartily thanked the brethren for such kindly expressions in drinking to his health .
The toast of " The Installing Master , " wis next presented by the Worshipful Master , who complimented him upon the manner he had performed the ceremony , for which he deserved great praise . In reply , Bro . Lynn , I . P . M ., heartily thanked the brethren for such a greeting . He had done his best , and had been enabled to leave a substantial bilance upon the right side , having hid 17 initiates during the year . He hopjd thit ths succeiding Masters would be enabled to continue the good work , and thoroughly restore the Stuart Lodge to its former excellent position .
The VVorshipfuI Master next gave the toast of " The Initiates" in very suitable and congratulatory terms , which were duly responded to by Bros . Montgonury , Grimshall , and Gilioto . In presenting the toast of "The Visitors , " the Worshipful Master stated thit they were most heartily wslcomcd to the lodge . Among them were miny distinguished brethren , and excellent workers in Masonry , and such as the brethren ought to emulate to the fullest , both in the Craft and Royal Arch .
Bro . Thos . Grummant , P . M ., most suitably replied . He said it was his first visit , and brought up happy memories of 40 years ago , when Stuart Barker ( the first Mister of the Stuart Lodge ) , and he were most intimately acquainted . His name wis still honoured in the lodge . He was proud and delighted to see the W . M . installed and rewarded for his past labours , after so short a connection with the lodge . Hi was confilent that the duties would be most efficiently carried out , and he felt he was only voicing the feelings of every brother in the lodge , when he wished the VV . M . a hippy and most successful year of office . He most cordially thanked the W . M . for such kind and complimentary remarks .
Bro . 1 . R . Cass , P . M ., also remirked upon the devotion of the W . M . in perfecting himself in the beautiful ceremonies , and the untiring energy he displayed in order to promote the good of Freemasonry . On behalf of the visitors , he most cordially thanked the W . M . for such a reception . The VV . M ., in presenting the toast of "The Past Misters , " remirked they had sustained the reputation of the lodge , and the brethren were proud of them .
Bro . Baldwin , P . M ., in reply , thanked the brethren for their kind reception of the toast , and said the lodge had pissed through various vicissitudes , but he was dilighted as it was becoming a most successful lodge . O . ae point whicii stru : k him wis the djip interest it was taking in the Charities , of which theW . M . wis so good an eximple , and so long as that interest was shown towards their Charitable Institutions , so long would the lodge prosper . The toast of " The Treasurer and Secretary " was next givin , th ; W . M . comolimenting himself and the lodge upon two such worth y and indefatigable brethren . This was most ably responded to by Bros . G . H . G . Morgan , P . M . Treas . an !
, , Alf . Bannister , P . M ., Sec . The VV . M . next presented the toast of " The Officers " in most co .-nplim jntary terms Bros . John Morgan , S . W ., and M . J . Klempner , J . W ., most cordially replied . Thc Tyler ' s toast closed a most happy and successful meeting . An excellent programme of music vvas provided under the able direction of Bro Arthur Court , ably assisted by Miss Masie Riversdile , Miss Winifred Grant , Bros Arthur Crouch , John Morgan , S . W ., and J . R . Vagg , S . D . ( euphonium ) . Bro . VV . H Harper , P . M ., efficiently presided at the piano .
Wallington Lodge , No . 1892 . The installation meeting of this flourishing lodje was held on Thursday , ths igth inst ., at the Public Hall , Sutton , where a large attendance of msmbjrs and visitors , amongst whom were many provincial brethren , evidenced the interest aroused by thi proceedings . Thc lodge was opened at livj o ' clo : k , when the following brethren wire
present : Bros . James Andrews , W . M . ; W . J . Biker , C . E ., I . W . ; I . G . Hors'V , P . M ., P . P . G . D . C , Treas . ; William Pile , P . M ., P . P . G . Std . Br ., Sic ; W . C Sabine , S . D , ; S . T . Baker , J . D . ; T . W . AirJ , l . G . j F . Carter , P . M ., D . C . ; G , C Burry , P . M ., P . P . G . Org ., Org . ; This . F . Jones , StwJ . ; A . Rowley , Tyler ; R . II . Ward , P . M . ; Hy . Aslett , P . M . ; F . C . Baker , Duncan Stewart . B . H . Antill , and VV " . G . Smith . Visitors : Bros . E . Dorling , P . M . 959 , P . P . G . Sec . ' Suffolk ; the
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Craft Masonry.
c- ^ son , S . D . ; R . Clarke , J . D . ; J . J . Lewen , I . G . ; T . M . Couch , Stwd . ; C Sen P . M . ; T . B . Richards , P . M . ; J . Downing , P . M . ; E . Levesque , P . M . ; r \\ Ockelford , I ) . Bartlett , Tom Coles , A . G . Denton , J . Howard , J . Alleevay , T . W . tiiick ' ner , E . H . E . Fletcher , A . Bray , W . M . Johnson , F . Petchell , E . Johnson , J . Cox , » Amider , W . A . Hammond , J . Deaton , J . Woods , A . Lcvesque , R . Marshall , , 4 T . Margelts . H . West , R . Fletcher , Thomas Brook ? , W . H . Carter , A . K . Turber-\"\ YTyler , and others . Visitors : Bros . G . Wallace , P-M . 907 ; | . R . Reeo , P . M . * " ¦ . ' . r . R _ Maul ) . 12117 .- Orlton Cooper . P . M . 211 : G . H . Barrett . P . M . i ^ ei
rant ' VV . R . Wilkinson , 250 : J . H . Bidwell , P . M . 2120 ; T . Jones , P . M . 1607 ; A E Purki ? , J . D . 1314 ; G . R . N . Wheeler , 2130 ; C . Sims , P . M . SGi ; J . Levy , PM 205 ; R-Stuart , 209 S ; J . H . Andcrsoa , 2272 ; G . R . Mustoe , S 13 ; VV . M . fv „|| ' « P . M . 34 ; A . Stewart , 394 ; VV . Batt , 171 G ; F . J . Oliver , 105 C ; Pierpoint , ii I 77 : W . J . Price Taylor , 79 ; J . Speller , 2374 , P . P . G . D . Essex ; D . M . L-nWes P . M . 9 G 9 ; C . W . Raymonr , P . M . 171 G ; . L . Potts , P . M . 1716 ; G . Gabb , pl | . R . A . Kearney , P . M . 15 ; F . C . Bradley , J . VV . 15 ; A . Smith , 2426 ; F . M . risk ' 19 ; I- Hughes , 131 G ; j . F . Knibb , P . M . 115 S ; VV . Robinson , SGo ; N . Magee , P-M- 174 : D . M . Sherwill , S 13 ; II . Pepperdine , 2394 ; G . H . Peters , 2394 ; C . Anderson , 95 ; R . W . Hobden , 132 S ; R . Tarrant , 1220 ; and R . T . West , 1744 . The minutes of the previous meeting and of an emergency meeting having been
ead the W . M . initiated Mr . Thos . Brooks and Mr . Wm . Henry Carter . Bro . C . Wee ' den , P . M ., then occupied the chair , and proceeded with the important task of installing Bro . H . D . Blake as VV . M ., which he did in a very praiseworthy manner . The new W . M . then appointed and duly invested the following as his officers for the year : Uros . I . I . Mooie ] S . W . ; G . Simpson , J . VV . ; Rev . C J . Stevens , Chap . ; H . J . Gabb , P . M ., Treas . ; A . J . Potter , P . M ., Sec ; R . Clarke , S . D . ; J . J . Lewen , I . G . j °
E Johnson , Org . ; C . Weeden , P . M ., D . C ; T . W . Buckner , A . D . C ; T . VV . Couch , J . Alleway , and A . Bray , Stewards ; and A . K . Turberfield , Tyler . The delivery of the customary addresses vvas ably and impressively rendered by Bro . C . Weeden , p M , The Auditors' report having been received and adopted , and after " Hearty good wishes" from the large number of visitors , the lodge was closed , and the brethren adjourned to a superb banquet , which reflected the highest credit on the establishment , and was well served , for which Bro . J . Marcham was responsible . to the toaststhe stated that the
At the close of the repast , and , as a preface , VV . M . hour being late , his speeches would be brief ; he hoped that those who had to follow him would adopt the same course , as they had a lengthy programme to get through . The W . M . gave the usual loyal and Masonic toasts in brief but happy terms , which were duly honoured . "The Health of the W . M . " vvas proposed by Bro . Herbert Sprake , I . P . M ., who stated that it gave him much pleasure to submit the toast , which would be received with
rrreat enthusiasm . Bro . Blake would make a model W . M ., and he was honoured by being his I . P . M . He had not the slightest doubt that their new VV . M . would do everything for the lodge , and would keep up its well-known reputation and add to its lustre . He wished him every happiness during his term of office , and everything he could wish himself . The toast was drunk with acclamation , and Bro . II . D . Blake , W . M ., received a hearty greeting on rising to respond . He said
lhat after the way he had been toasted it was difficult for hirn to adequately respond , but he thanked them from his heart . It was now six years since he was initiated in that his mother lodge , and he hoped during his year of office to have their confidence , and that they would never regret electing him their Master . It would be his earnest endeavour to follow in the footsteps of his able predecessors , and at the end , of his tether to be able to hand over to his successor what he had received as pure and unsullied .
The W . M . gave "The I . P . M ., Bro . Herbert Sprake , " remarking that the proof of the pudding was in the eating . He had had a most successful year of office , a large number of initiates , and the Iodge had prospered under his genial presidency . It was now his pleasure and honour , on behalf of the lodge , to present him with a Past Master ' s jewel , as a small token for his great services , and what they all felt towards him , and he hoped he would be spared for many years to be with them to wear the jewel , which he so richly deserved .
The inscription on the jewel was— " Presented to Bro . Herbert Sprake , by the brethren of the New Concord Lodge , No . 813 , in appreciation of his zeal and assiduity of W . M . 1895-9 0 . " The toast vvas received vvith enthusiasm , and Bro . Herbert Sprake , I . P . M ., in response , said that the W . M . had been too laudatory in his remarks . He had endeavoured to do his best , and if he had succeeded , to their satisfaction he was more than satisfied , but he was a busy man , having to play many parts . His term of office had been a very happy one , and he thanked his officers and
all the members for the many kindnesses he had received at their hands , and he hoped his successor would have the same support as he had had . It was 20 years ago since he joined the lodge , and during that time the Treasurers had well-guarded the funds . VVhen he went into the chair he stated that all should be well entertained during his reign , but at that time it was thought by the members that he would be an expensive Masier . However , the audit showed them to be in a good condition , and what vvas prognosticated had luckily not come to pass . In conclusion , he referred to the summer outing , whichhe observed , was a splendid suc : ess , and he was proud of it .
, ln submitting the toast of " The Installing Master , Bro . C . Weeden , " theW . M . stated that all those who were fortunate enough to see the whole of the ceremony must have been impressed with Bro . Weeden ' s grand working . Bro . Weeden responded , and said that it vvas a pleasure and honour to act as Installing Master , and he assured them that he would be always ready and willing to do his best to promote the welfare of the lodge .
The toast of " The Visitors was next given , the W . M . remarking that lodges would be tame indeed without visitors . He was glad to see so many friends , and , on behalf of the lodge , he gave them a very hearty welcome , and hoped to see them there again .. He coupled with the toast the name of Bro . Pierpoint , P . M ., who was better known as " London Bridge . " In acknowledging the toast , Bro . Pierpoint , P . M . 177 , stated that he wis not accustomed to make speeches . It had fallen to his happy lot to have been present on many occasions , and he was al , vays delighted when asked to attend the New Concord
Lodge . The members vvere to be congratulated in having such an efficient VV . M ., and he wished him every happiness . In looking to the shelf of Past Masters he missed many dear friends , but there were some left who vvere also dear friends of his . He had spent a very pleasant evening , and , on behalf of the visitors ( and it was a great honour to be called upon to respond for the whole , who , he felt sure , had thoroughly enjoyed themselves ) , he thanked the members for their very kind treatment and entertainment . The VV . M . proposed "The Initiates . " He thought they were of the right sort , and hojjed they would be a credit to the Iodge and the Craft in general .
Bro . Thos . Brooks responded . He said that he was pleased to be a Mason and it would be his duty to make himself a fit and proper member . I le observed the kindly feeling vvhich prevailed all round , and he felt he had done the right thing in joining the Order . Bro . W . H . Carter stated that it was one ot the dreams of his life to be a Freemason and he was sorry that he had not entered before . The splendid ceremony he had gone through he should never forget , and he hoped to prove a good and true brother to tlie Craft .
In giving " The Past Masters , " the Worshipful Master said that he was honoured anel glad to see so good an array present , as they vvere beyond the slightest doubt the veiy backbone of the lodge . He associated with the toast thc name of Bro . T . B . Richards , P . M . In response , Bro . Richards stated that all the Past Masters reciprocated the kind words of the VV . M . Inappropriate terms the W . M . gave "The Trcasarer and Secretary , " remarking lhat thoy had every conlidence in their TreasurerBro . Gabband as to Bro . Potter
, , , Ac Secretary , he was well-known in the Masonic woi Id in the Metropolis , hc was a good fellow and he could not say too much in his praise . Bro . A . J . Potter , P . M ., Sec , acknowledged the toast and thanked the VV . M . for again appointing him as Secretary . The Worshipful Master proposed "The Officers , " observing that those he had appointed were of the very best and would give him every assistance . He joined with ¦ he toast the name of Bro . J . I . Moore , S . W .
Bro . Moore replied , remarking that he vvould do his utmost to assist the W . M ., and ne felt sure that his colleagues would do the same . Ihe Tyler's toast brought to a close a very happy gathering . „ Hro . Edaard Johnson was assisted in the musical entertainment by Messrs . Herbert -tockwell , Chas . ii . Johnson , Fred . Russell , the Musical Zellos , Madame Marie Koivl jJs , Miss Maud Curette , Miss Lily llcale , Madame Byron Ballard , and Miss Cora R . Johnson .
Craft Masonry.
Stuart Lodge , No . 1632 . The installation meeting of this flourishing Iodge was held at the Surrey Masonic Hall , Carr . herwell , on Monday , the 23 rd inst . Present : Bros . F . H . Lynn , VV . M . ; VV R . Barr , J . W ., VV . M . elect ; John Morgan , S . VV . ; G . H . G . Mortran , P . M ., Treas . ; A . Bannister , P . M ., Sec . ; J . M . Klempner , S . D . ; Jas . Vagg , J . D . ; Hy . Baldwin , P . M ., P . P . G . S . B . Middx ., D . C ; Thos . Bowler , I . G . ; T . Bailey , Tyler ; H . Mascall , P . M . j J . G . Barker , Jas . Cook , E . C Russell , G . C . Brooker , J . Harp , E . Voigt , E . Falkner , D . R . Mulch , E . Brook , F . Knell , W . E . Challis , L Whiteman , M . A .
Pecarc , R . B . Whiteman , J . R . Morgan , A . T . Mustier , VV . Hipgrave , Evan Cook , R . Ferris , J . II . Wolpert , A . H . Pardo , G . K . Bradley , A . Vausrhan , J . O'Connor , Hy . Montgomery , and J . Giolito . The visitors were Bros E . VVinterbottom , S . D . 1 549 ; Christopher Sims , P . M . SGi ; H . Brought ™ , 1269 ; F . E . Pow , J . W . 1901 ; VV . H . Snow , 902 ; F . E . Germain , 749 ; VV . VVicken , I . G . 742 ; T . R ! Cass , I . P . M . 1320 ; W . H . Harper , P . M . 21 S 2 ; G . J . Garland , P . M . 172 S ; F . Beer , 954 ; E . Hancock , S 7 ; Thos . Grummant , P . M . and Sac . 1559 ; W . H . Newton , 1963 ; Carlo Grassie , P . M . 1559 ; V . H . T . Germain , 2272 J J . Hooper , P . M . 1320 ; and C . H . Stone , P . M . 507 .
The minutes of the regular and emergency meetings were read and confirmed , and Mr . i . H . Montgomery was duly initiated by the VV . M ., after which Bro . VV . R . Barr , J . VV . and W . M . elect , was presented by Bro . Baldwin , P . M ., to receive at the hands of Bro . Lynn , VV . M ., the benefits of installation , which was creditably performed . The new W . M ., Bro . Barr , invested his ofiicers very commendably as follows : Bros . F . H . Lynn , I . P . M . j John Morgan , S . W . j M . J . Klempner , J . W . j G . H . G . Morgan , P . M ., Treas . j A . Bannister , P . M ., Sec . ; J . R . Vagg , S . D . ; R . MilchJD . j H .
, . Baldwin , P . M ., D . C . j A . Jewell , A . D . C . j T . Bowler , I . G . j J . Ottway and F . Knell , Stwds . ; and T . Bailey , Tyler . The addresses vvere delivered by Bro . Lynn , I . P . M . Bro . Bowley , I . G ., presented the Senior and Junior Wardens' brass columns to the lodge , for which he received the hearty thanks of the members . A Past Master ' s jewel was next presented to the I . P . M ., theW . M . remarking Bro . Lynn had conducted the affairs of the lodge so ably for the past year , and the jewel was to mirk their
appreciation of his services . Bro . Lynn very suitably responded . Thre ; propositions were handed in for initiation at the next meeting , which augurs well for the Iodge . The balance-sheet , as audited , was deferred till the next mjeting . A notice of motion was made that it be printed and placed before the brethren then . It shows the lodge to be in a thoroughly sound financial position . The W . M ., Bro . Barr , presented to the lodge copies of hymns and short anthems , to be used during the ceremony and in opening and closing of the lodge , which were much admired .
The business of the lodge ended , the brethren adjourned to an excellent bmquet , supplied by Mrs . Venables , the proprietress , in her best style , vvhich vvas much appreciated . The cloth removed , the W . M . gave the loyal and Masonic toasts in becoming terms , which were duly responded to . The toast of "The Pro Grand Master , the Diputy Grand Master , and the rest of the Grand Officers , Present and Past , " the Worshipful Master remarked , was one
deserving of the best thanks of the brethren for their untiring energy and enthusiasm always shown for the benefit of the lodge . Bro . Lynn , I . P . M ., next presented the toast of "The W . M ., " which was received vvith acclamation . The W . M . was one of the most enthusiastic Masons , and his work vvas most thorough . The lodge was proud of such a Master . Hi was connected with two chapters—the Star and Addiscombe—of vvhich he was ist A . S . in each , and , what was more commendable , carrying out the tenets of Freemasonry , inasmuch as he was
Life Governor to the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution and Royal Masonic Institution for Boys and Life Subscriber to the Royal Masonic Institution for Girls , and was standing Steward to the Girls' Institution that year to qualify as Life Governor . With such credentials , the W . M . had proved himself most worthy to preside over them , and all wished him long life , health , and happiness , and a most successful year of office . In reply , Bro . VV . R . Barr , VV . M ., said he little expected such an ovation , but he heartily appreciated it . Since the time he was initiated—five years ago—when he wis
deeply impressed by the beautiful ceremony , he resolved to make himself mister of it , and regularly attended lodges of instruction , specially the Rose , No . 1623 , and Blackheath , No . 1320 , which he strongly advocated to the brethren . He feltita greathonour to preside over such a lodge , and he hoped to carry out the duties appsrtaining thereto to thc entire satisfaction of all , promising no lack on his part to acquit himself as perfectly as possible . He most heartily thanked the brethren for such kindly expressions in drinking to his health .
The toast of " The Installing Master , " wis next presented by the Worshipful Master , who complimented him upon the manner he had performed the ceremony , for which he deserved great praise . In reply , Bro . Lynn , I . P . M ., heartily thanked the brethren for such a greeting . He had done his best , and had been enabled to leave a substantial bilance upon the right side , having hid 17 initiates during the year . He hopjd thit ths succeiding Masters would be enabled to continue the good work , and thoroughly restore the Stuart Lodge to its former excellent position .
The VVorshipfuI Master next gave the toast of " The Initiates" in very suitable and congratulatory terms , which were duly responded to by Bros . Montgonury , Grimshall , and Gilioto . In presenting the toast of "The Visitors , " the Worshipful Master stated thit they were most heartily wslcomcd to the lodge . Among them were miny distinguished brethren , and excellent workers in Masonry , and such as the brethren ought to emulate to the fullest , both in the Craft and Royal Arch .
Bro . Thos . Grummant , P . M ., most suitably replied . He said it was his first visit , and brought up happy memories of 40 years ago , when Stuart Barker ( the first Mister of the Stuart Lodge ) , and he were most intimately acquainted . His name wis still honoured in the lodge . He was proud and delighted to see the W . M . installed and rewarded for his past labours , after so short a connection with the lodge . Hi was confilent that the duties would be most efficiently carried out , and he felt he was only voicing the feelings of every brother in the lodge , when he wished the VV . M . a hippy and most successful year of office . He most cordially thanked the W . M . for such kind and complimentary remarks .
Bro . 1 . R . Cass , P . M ., also remirked upon the devotion of the W . M . in perfecting himself in the beautiful ceremonies , and the untiring energy he displayed in order to promote the good of Freemasonry . On behalf of the visitors , he most cordially thanked the W . M . for such a reception . The VV . M ., in presenting the toast of "The Past Misters , " remirked they had sustained the reputation of the lodge , and the brethren were proud of them .
Bro . Baldwin , P . M ., in reply , thanked the brethren for their kind reception of the toast , and said the lodge had pissed through various vicissitudes , but he was dilighted as it was becoming a most successful lodge . O . ae point whicii stru : k him wis the djip interest it was taking in the Charities , of which theW . M . wis so good an eximple , and so long as that interest was shown towards their Charitable Institutions , so long would the lodge prosper . The toast of " The Treasurer and Secretary " was next givin , th ; W . M . comolimenting himself and the lodge upon two such worth y and indefatigable brethren . This was most ably responded to by Bros . G . H . G . Morgan , P . M . Treas . an !
, , Alf . Bannister , P . M ., Sec . The VV . M . next presented the toast of " The Officers " in most co .-nplim jntary terms Bros . John Morgan , S . W ., and M . J . Klempner , J . W ., most cordially replied . Thc Tyler ' s toast closed a most happy and successful meeting . An excellent programme of music vvas provided under the able direction of Bro Arthur Court , ably assisted by Miss Masie Riversdile , Miss Winifred Grant , Bros Arthur Crouch , John Morgan , S . W ., and J . R . Vagg , S . D . ( euphonium ) . Bro . VV . H Harper , P . M ., efficiently presided at the piano .
Wallington Lodge , No . 1892 . The installation meeting of this flourishing lodje was held on Thursday , ths igth inst ., at the Public Hall , Sutton , where a large attendance of msmbjrs and visitors , amongst whom were many provincial brethren , evidenced the interest aroused by thi proceedings . Thc lodge was opened at livj o ' clo : k , when the following brethren wire
present : Bros . James Andrews , W . M . ; W . J . Biker , C . E ., I . W . ; I . G . Hors'V , P . M ., P . P . G . D . C , Treas . ; William Pile , P . M ., P . P . G . Std . Br ., Sic ; W . C Sabine , S . D , ; S . T . Baker , J . D . ; T . W . AirJ , l . G . j F . Carter , P . M ., D . C . ; G , C Burry , P . M ., P . P . G . Org ., Org . ; This . F . Jones , StwJ . ; A . Rowley , Tyler ; R . II . Ward , P . M . ; Hy . Aslett , P . M . ; F . C . Baker , Duncan Stewart . B . H . Antill , and VV " . G . Smith . Visitors : Bros . E . Dorling , P . M . 959 , P . P . G . Sec . ' Suffolk ; the