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G . Sec ; Fishwick , Prov . G . J . D . ; A . A . A arley , Prov . G . Supt . of AVorks ; on the left by R . Mitchell , D . C and P . Prov . G . S . B . ; Charlton , P . M . ; AV . H . AVright , P . M . ; and other visiting brethren . On calling the attention of the brethren to the first toast , viz ., " The Queen , " the AV . M . saicl he esteemed it a high honour to possess the priA'ilege of giving the first toast ; he observed all good Masons are loyal subjects and good citizens . They had nofc only a

Queen on Avhose dominions the sun never set , but Her Majesty Avas also an example to all nations , a pattern to mothers , and an ornament to her sex . A Queen AVIIO reigns in the hearts of all her people , and for him to attempt to add to the dignity of Her Majesty by any encomiums he could offer , or to raise her in the estimation of the brethren present would be something like attenrpting to add to the greatest beauties in nature by artificial means , or to paint the lily AA-hite . The ivhole of the brethren present would therefore doubtless join with him in this sentiment .

Great Architect , our homes to bless , Defend A'icfcoria ' s throne ; So may our hearts thy name confess , And Thee our safeguard oivn . He then proposed " Her Majesty the Queen , " ivhich Avas received with the utmost enthusiasm , ancl followed by the National Anthem , accompanied by the . The second toast "The GMof

organ .. England , " and the third , " The Deputy Grand Master of England , " Avere next given , and received in a true Masonic spirit . —The fourth toast Avas proposed by Bro . MITCHELL , D . C , who said that , as they were honoured on the occasion by the presence of the R . AV . Prov . G . M ., the brethren would , as had been clone on former occasions , receive the toast ivith their wonted enthusiasm . He also observed that ifc Avould be useless in him to attempt to add to the reputation of

their respected prov . G . Master , as he was a gentleman ivhoso private character was so well known ancl respected as his . Bro . Mitchell remarked that he Avas not sure if he Avas correct in styling him a native of Bolton , but , as regarded their R . AA . Prov . G . M ., ifc was evident to every Mason in the province hoiv Avell the province ivas governed ; it ivas never in a more properous state , and had been in a state ever since our respected Prov

prosperous . G . M . had been in charge . In the first place , there had been a local benevolent and annuity fund established , and there had also been an organized system of voting for the London Annuity Fund ; and ifc was well known to the brethren present that that had at one time only been able to place one candidate on the London Annuity Fund in twelve years , bub since the Prov . G . M . ancl his officers had put the province in a better situationthey had in one year two male ancl

, one female candidates made comfortable for life ; and last year they placed two male candidates on the fund , which incontestibly proved that the province had good reasons to be proud of such a one to preside over them as their present Prov . G . BI . He had great honour in proposing the health of their respected Prov . G . M . in bumpers .

This toast was received enthusiastically and with the usual Masonic honours . —Tlie R . AV . PiiOA ' . G . M . rose amidst loud cheers from the brethren , and said , W . M . and brethren , I Avill endeavour to reply to Bro . Mitchell ' s speech in detail . In the first place I am happy to inform you thafc I am a native of Bolton ( loud cheers ) , and with respect to the local Benevolent and Annuity Fund , ancl also fco the better organization of voting and getting subscriptions for the London Annuity FundI am proud to that I have been well

, say supported by the Prov . G . Officers , ancl I must also say that I have been most ably supported by the brethren in the province . If the brethren did not support the Prov . G . M . his exertions ivould be of little or no avail ; I feel happy in being present on this occasion , and trust you will go on prospering as you have hitherto done . You have a beautiful room to meet in , ancl if you only support your AV . M . you are sure to prosper , ancl I hope this ivill not be the last

time I shall have the pleasure of visiting this loclge . Brethren , I thank you for the cordial manner you have drank my health ; the PrOA ' . G . M . then sat down amidst loud cheers . —Bro . P . CILIBLTOJC , P . M ., proposed "The R . W . D . Prov . G . M . for East Lancashire , Bro . A . IL Roycls , "and in doing so passed a high eulogium on his character as a most persevering Mason , and one determined , through every ' obstacle , to be present and do his duty ivhen called upon . —The AV . M . then

proposed " The Prov . G . Officers , past and present , " more especially noticing Bro . J . Tunnah , Prov . G . Sec . —Bro . TTJNXAU , on rising , said he could not exactly comprehend ivhy his name had been brought so prominently forivard , unless ifc was from his having known the lodge many years back , ivlien it could scarcely muster a sufficient number to open the loclge , and scarcely one member capable of performing its dutiesbut he had assisted it as much as lay in his poiver

; , and was most happy to bear witness to the progress the lodge had made the duringlast few years . There were many noiv in the loclge well able to take any duties that may be required ; he was very glad to say the lodge had supported him with a handsome sum placed at his disposal at the late successful election in London ,

which he had invested in the name of the lodge , and ivhich gave the loclge votes in perpetuity ; and if they only continued to , subscribe as they had . begun tbe lodge Avould become of greater importance afc each succeeding election for placing candidates on the London Annuity Fund . —The R . AV . PEOA ' . G . M . proposed "Bro . ScOAvcroffc , AA . M . of 170 , " and in doing so congratulated him on the very creditable manner in Avhich lie had performed his duties , and Avas glad to see him so Avell supported bhis officers and the

y brethren , ancl trusted thoy would continue to do so , for unless the AV . M . received support from the brethren his exertions Avould be of little aA'ail . — The AV . M ., in reply , said he begged to acknoAvledge the very high honour conferred upon him , and he thanked the Prov . G . M . for the handsome manner in AA'hich " he proposed the toast and the brethren present for the very flattering manner in which ifc had heen received : he confessed his inability to acknowledge the

compliment in an adequate manner , and respond as he Avished , but he hoped the brethren Avould kindly take the will for the deed , and accept his best thanks for such a compliment . He begged to be excused for interposing a toast ivhich had reference to an esteemed brother then present , AVIIO Avas AV . M . of the loclge Avhen he joined it . He meant none other than the visiting brotherAV . H . AVrihtP . M . Avhich toast was received with

, g , , acclamation . —Bro . AVBlGHT , on rising to reply , saicl , Right AVorshipful Sir , AA'orshipful Master and brethren , I appear before you on this occasion as a visitor . I well remember the time when I first visited this lodge afc the Rising Sun Inn , to assist Bro . Tunnali , our Prov . G . Sec ., in conferring a degree upon a member of this lodge , as there ivssno member of the lodge that could take any part in fche ceremony . At that time therOAvere seventeen members . I became a constant visitor

for some time , then a joining member , ancl was shortly after made Master . The lodge was then at a very low ebb ; we had no pedestals ,, nor scarcely an article of furniture . I did my utmost to raise fche lodge , but found many obstacles in the way . I determined to get the lodge removed to a more respectable house , and succeeded in doing so . I ivas again ' made AV . M ., ancl I appointed Bro . Mitchell , your present D . C , Senior AVarden . AVe then began to prosper , ancl there are now

upward of seventy members . AVe succeeded in getting new furniture , und now there is nofc a more prosperous or a better furnished lodge in the province . About twelve months ago , on account of a very long illness , I resolved to give tip a portion of my Masonic duties , ancl being a member of two lodges I gave one up , which tvas this . I am ivell pleased to meet you in your new loclge room , AA-hich is an excellent one for the purpose , and second to none in the province ; it is aAvay from any streetso that vehicles passing cannot disturb the harmony

, of the lodge Avhilst engaged in that which is serious and solemn . I hope and trust this loclge may continue to prosper , and that ive may all meet again on many occasions . AA . M ., I thank you for your kindness in proposing my health , ancl you , brethren , for having so Avarmly responded to it . — "The Visiting Brethren" Avas given by Bro . P . CHABLTOJJ , P . M . He complimented tho lodge on having the honour of receiving so many distinguished visitors , and considered

it a proud moment in being honoured with the presence of their Prov . G . M . ancl officers , ancl other influential brethren . Tho Lodge of Antiquity on all occasions AA-as happy to receive visitors ; lefc them only prove themselves true Masons , and they were heartily Avelcome whenever fchey came . —Bro . FISHAVTCK , J . Prov . G . D ., replied in a short bufc ^ effective speech . — "The Officers of the Lodge" Avas given by the AV . M ., ivho complimented them for their attention and assiduit y to their duties , and trusted they AA-OUIC ! ahvays continue to support him as they had done hitherto , which Avas

the only way for the loclge to look for prosperity . — -BTO . GLAISTEK , S . W ., responded , ancl said that on behalf of himself and brother officers he could assure the AV . M . that they were determined to their duty to the utmost of their abilities . — "Success to the Lodge of Antiquity ( No . 170 ) , " coupling ivith it the names of Bro . Daniel Knott , the host , ancl Mrs . Knott , the hostess , Avas given by Bro . MITCHELL , AA-IIO said he Avas honoured by having the toast placed in his hands , as he had seen the lodge rise into its present

prosperous condition , ancl believing ifc necessary for the Avell being of the loclge that the lodge should remove . He trusted it would prove so , as he had taken a prominent part in the alteration , and had done so from a desire to remove all obstacles out of the ivay of the future prosperity of the lodge . He said ho was also glad of the present opportunity of expressing- his entire satisfaction at fche manner in ivhich Bro . Knofcfc had provided for the wants of of this lodge , and also the conveniences and decorations , regardless

of expense , aud trusted he might enjoy a happy fortune . —Bro . KNOTT , in reply , saicl that , on behalf ! of himself and wife , it should be their greatest care to make the brethren comfortable in every respect , and was exceedingly happy to hear thafc they were so well satisfied with the first attempt , and hoped ifc would continue so . The last toast of the evening ivas then given , viz ., "To all poor ancl distressed Masons throughout the Globe , " Avhich ended the evening ' s proceedings , ancl the brethren separated , highly pleased .