New Provincial Grand Masters.

The AV . M ., after a most unaffected and suitable reply , proposed tho health of the visitors , ancl expressed the pleasure he felt at all times in meeting brethren from the country who visited the Lodge . AVith the toast he coupled the name of Br . Biueks , the joining member , whom he trusted he should long have the pleasure of meeting as a member . Br . Bincks in reply stated , that lie had been led to join the Lodge from its higli character for workinga character which he had seen fullborne out that evening .

, y It was his opinion that Lodges of Instruction were of the greatest importance in furthering the interest of Masonry , for though he in no way objected to brethren enjoying themselves over the banquet , he considered that so far from that being the object ( as supposed by some of the uninitiated ) , it was only a means by bringing brethren together from different Lodges—of rendering the bond of brotherly love more universal and binding .

The AV . M . then proposed tho health of the Past Masters , and in doing so expressed the thanks of the members to them , and more particularly to Brs . Attwood and Naghten , whose exertions had rendered such valuable assistance to the Lodge . The health of the Stewards was then proposed , in connection with the Chairman and the host , Br . Chas . Ireland . In giving this toast , the W . M ., in the name of the Lodge , thanked Br . Ireland for the handsome and liberal manner in which he had provided the banquetand for his readiness at all times to give assistance in Masonry

, when called upon . The health of the officers having been drunk , the brethren retired , after spending the evening in the greatest harmony , enlivened by some excellent singing . ALBION LODGE ( NO . 9 ) . —We understand that this long established Lodge of Instruction will have then- annual supper somewhat earlier than usual this year . It iis fixed for Thursday , March the 29 th , at Br . Testar's , Union Tavern , Air-street ,

Piccadilly . AVe can , without fear of contradiction , say that this Lodge has turned out some of the best working Masons in London ; and when we inform the Craft that Br . Rackstraw will preside upon the occasion of the annual supper , faced by Br . AVatson , we are sure we need say no more , as their names will be enough to fill any table , however large and long . The above brethren will be assisted as Stewards by Brs . Allen , Burton , Caulcher , Copus , Dyte , Gladwin , Kardall , Murray , Tyrrell , and Newfcjn , Hon . Sec ,

Provincial Lodges.

PROVINCIAL LODGES .

DEVONSHIRE . ST . JOHN THE BAPTIST LODGE , PLYMOUTH ( NO . 83 ) . —On February 6 th , Hie members of this old ancl influential Lodge held their usual monthly communication .. Br . Pollard , P . M ., P . P . & T for Devon , & c , & c , passed two brothers to the second degree , in his usual impressive and effective manner . A gentlemanVas balloted for ,

but being prevented from attending , his initiation will probably take place at next Lodge meeting . Br . Deacon moved that the thanks of the brethren be presented to Br . Gower , for his very kind present of a perfect Ashlar stand , and which was passed with acclamation . The Lodge was closed in peacs and harmony , at 9 o ' clock , many visitors from neighbouring Lodges favouring the brethren with their presence , and the banquet that followed . This thriving Lodge instead of being second , is at the top of the tree as regards the efficiency of its present officers . LODGE OP FORTITUDE , STONEHOUSE ( NO . 122 ) . —This Lodgo held its usual monthl y meeting on Wednesday , the 14 th February , when Br . P . M . Doidge raised a brother to the sublime degree , in a manner worthy the occasion . The Lodge was