BRO. THE VEN. ARCHDEACON STOCKER
(Grand Chaplain)

BRO. THE REV. W. E. MULGAN, B.A.

(Grand Chaplain).

THE GOVERNOR'S IMPENDING DEPARTURE.

WE think we have every right to expect that when the Earl of Onslow leaves New Zealand, his interest in the
Colony that he has governed for the last three years will by no means cease. His admiration for the country—
its scenery, its resources, and its people—has been repeatedly expressed without stint ; and we doubt not that
the warm advocacy of New South Wales exhibited by Lord Carrington in the Old Country will be at least
paralle ed by Lord Onslow's enthusiasm on behalf of New Zealand. His Excellency is, in fact, little likely to
lose any opportunity of putting in a good word for us and for our Colony ; and as an earnest Freemason, who
has attained high rank, we may fairly expect that he will be both able and desirous to present to the rulers of
the English Craft recent developments here in what will be to them an entirely new light. Could these rulers.
have realised the importance of the movement from which arose the setting up of our Grand Lodge, they
would not have singled out New Zealand as the only Australasian Grand Body of the five to be refused
recognition. It is in no unkind spirit that we remind our noble Brother that if he had accepted the Grand
Mastership of New Zealand when he was guaranteed that a hundred Lodges would at once accept his rule,
instead of stipulating for one hundred and twenty, much, very much, of our recent trouble might have been
avoided; as recognition would have been accorded by the three Home Grand Bodies, and then doubtless
nearly all the remaining Lodges in the country would have come into the fold. However, we think we can
appreciate the difficulty and delicacy of Lord Onslow's position. It no doubt behoved him to walk warily,
though possibly he would now admit that perhaps bolder steps would have been better. When at length His
Excellency issued his appeal to the Craft—an appeal breathing the truest Masonic spirit—(through the
CRAFTSMAN of November, 1890) it was a disappointment to Brethren at large that so little apparent effect
followed. But it may be that that appeal was made rather too soon. Had it been delayed until now, for
instance, the result might have been different ; for on all sides we think we trace symptoms of the subsidence
of those somewhat bitter feelings that were aroused two years ago, and of a pretty general desire for a return
to that brotherly amity which it is needless to say should characterise all who call themselves Freemasons.

We would urge, then, that occasion should be taken—before Lord Onslow leaves us, to have a meeting—say
in Auckland—of representative rulers of the various Constitutions, in order that His Excellency may be able
to gather, and to set forth on his return Home, the real feeling of the Craft at large ; and we doubt not that
good will come of it. So mote it be.

But, any way, the Earl of Onslow will carry with him the heartiest good wishes of his colonial Brethren, and
the reputation of having proved himself one of the most successful and popular Governors that New Zealand
has ever seen.

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THE article " Masonic Unity," which appeared in our November number, has induced Brethren living in
different parts of the colony, and of different shades of opinion as to the advantages of Masonic home rule, to
write urging that some steps should be taken to memorialize the Masonic authorities of the Home Country to
reverse those edicts of non-intercourse, and to withdraw the anathemas that were issued some two years ago
against Brethren of the Grand Lodge of New Zealand.

The writers point out that with a large number of Lodges such edicts are practically a dead letter, and they
refer us to our own pages for confirmation of this statement. They also tell us that though they know of
Brethren who do not desire any change, yet even they object to, and show their opinion of the law by tacitly
taking part in the official reception of New Zealand Lodges. The consensus of opinion seems to be that Lord
Onslow should be asked to explain, personally, to H.R.H. the Grand Master of England the present state of
Masonic feeling among the' Brethren of the 44 Lodges still owing him allegiance, towards the Grand Lodge
of New Zealand. If H.R.H. is of opinion that the strength-73 active and vigorous Lodges—of Grand Lodge is

not yet sufficient for him to extend the right hand of fellowship, Lord Onslow is to urge at least the removal
of the obnoxious edicts of non-intercourse and excommunication.

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THE DEPUTY PROVINCIAL GRAND MASTER, I.C.,

V. WOR. BRO. W. JOSEPH REES.

CONTRADICTORY reports having reached us re this appointment, we wired Bro. Rees for particulars. He very
courteously replied, referring us to Rule 154, Book of Constitutions, in accordance with which the Grand
Master of Ireland, His Grace the Duke of Abercorn, had specially appointed him to act as Deputy Provincial
Grand Master, pending filling up the vacancy in the office of Provincial Grand Master, caused by the death
of the late Bro Pierce.

Rule 154 is as follows :—
" If the Provincial Grand Master die, resign, or be removed, the authority of the Provincial Deputy
Grand Master shall continue for six months after such event, or until a successor to the Provincial
Grand Master shall be appointed and installed within said period. In case no appointment of a
Provincial Grand Master 'shall have been made at the expiration of said period of six months, the
Grand Master shall have the power of appointing some Brother, being a Past Master, to act as
Provincial Deputy Grand Master, pending the filling up the vacancy in the office of Provincial Grand
Master."

In February we shall give a sketch of Bro. Rees' Masonic career, accompanied by his photo. Meanwhile we
are in a position to state that the report that this appointment was only a stepping-stone to a higher position,
is not in accordance with fact, for Bro. Rees has, for various reasons, decided to decline the honour of being
nominated for the position of Provincial Grand Master, although recent communications from Ireland
indicate that the nomination would have been promptly and heartily confirmed. We believe it is Bro. Rees'
intention to retire from active work as soon as practicable, after the Provincial Grand Lodge is again in
operation.

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THE PROVINCE OF HAWKE'S BAY.

THE transfer of Lodge Heretaunga's allegiance from England to New Zealand gives Grand Lodge a roll of six
Lodges in Hawke's Bay : Scinde, 5, Napier ; Victoria, 21, Napier ; Bedford, 25, Waipukurau ; Abercorn, 30,
Waipawa ; Rawhiti, 66, Danevirke ; and Heretaunga, Hastings. It is a long, weary, and expensive journey,
for the Wellington Superintendent to reach these Lodges ; but if a Superintendent were placed, say, at
Napier, four to five hours' railage would bring him to the outskirts of his Masonic dominion. The tacking on
of the Hawke's Bay Lodges to the Wellington Province was only a temporary expedient ; the reasons for so
doing no longer exist. In our opinion Grand Lodge would be studying its own interest by creating Hawke's
Bay into a separate province.

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THE MASONIC GUIDE FOR 1892.

IN our advertising pages will be found a few opinions relative to the usefulness of this little work. We find,
that even though extra care was taken, a few minor errors did manage to creep in, the most important being
that at the bottom of page 5 ; there, Lodge Hokianga is numbered 71, and on page 3 it is numbered 69. Its
official number on the roll of Grand Lodge is 69. On pages 38 and 47 Lodge St. Andrew, 528, S.C.,
Greymouth, is underlined, to show its supposed dormant condition. We have since found out that the office-
bearers returned the Charter to Scotland in 1880. Lodge Heretaunga, No. 1812, E.C. (see pages 19 and 20),
joined Grand Lodge early in the present month ; this brings up the strength of the N.Z.C. in the Wellington
Province to 25 Lodges, as against nine Lodges of the English Constitution.

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THE FOUR CONSTITUTIONS—A COMPARISON.

FACTS AND FIGURES shewing the wonderful growth of " that mushroom body, the so-called Grand Lodge
of New Zealand," compiled by the Editor of that "organ of a petty and interested clique,” the NEW ZEALAND
CRAFTSMAN, for the instruction and enlightenment of the Editor of the London Freemason.
The Grand Lodge of New Zealand has 73 Lodges on its Roll.
The Grand Lodge of New Zealand has a majority of 67 Lodges over Ireland.

The Grand Lodge of New Zealand has a majority of 53 Lodges over Scotland.
The Grand Lodge of New Zealand has a majority of 29 Lodges over England.
The Grand Lodge of New Zealand has 40 Lodges in the North Island.
The Grand Lodge of New Zealand has 33 Lodges in the South Island.
The Grand Lodge of New Zealand has 3102 Financial Members in its 73 Lodges.
The Grand Lodge of New Zealand has £300 to its credit in the Bank -of New Zealand, Christchurch.
The Grand Lodge of New Zealand has an increasing revenue.
The Grand Lodge of New Zealand has a revenue largely exceeding its expenditure.
The Grand Lodge of New Zealand has no debt,

N.Z.C. E.C. S.C. I.C.

G.L.
of

Eng. Totals

North Island—

Auckland .. 15 15* 2† 2‡ .. 34

Wellington .. 25 7§ 1 1 .. 34

South Island—

Canterbury .. 16 6§ 4 .. .. 26

Otago and Southland 12 6‡ 12 2 .. 32
Nelson and Westland,
&c… 5 5↕ 1¶ 1 5 17

Grand Totals 73 39 20 6 5 143

* Two dormant Lodges—one being a duplicate—not counted.
† Two duplicate Lodges not counted.
‡One dormant Lodge, and d one duplicate, not counted. p
§ Two Lodges practically dormant not counted.
↕One dormant Lodge not counted.
¶ One dormant and one defunct Lodge not counted.

AT the latter end of December there was posted to each subscriber to the CRAFTSMAN a copy of " The
Masonic Guide of New Zealand " for 1892. Should any have miscarried, other copies can be procured by
communicating with the publisher. We may state, for the instruction of our subscribers, that the cost of
publishing the " Guide " came to nearly three times as much as one issue of the CRAFTSMAN.

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THE GRAND LODGE ROLL.

Our readers will find on pages i.-ii, of our Supplement the Official Roll of Grand Lodge. It looks well—yet
this Grand Body of 72, now 78, active and vigorous Lodges, with a membership of some 8000, is dubbed by
the London Freemason a " mushroom body," run by a " petty and interested clique."

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IMPORTANT NOTICE.

This number is the third issue of the third year. Subscribers will End on page 1058 an acknowledgment of
the subscriptions paid since the 16th November. The large number of those who paid 10s. might have saved
2s. 6d. of this sum if only they had paid in advance Those therefore, who desire to save 25% on the present
year's subscription will do well to remit 7s. 6d. as soon as they can find it convenient. To a large number of
subscribers the year began in November, 1891.

Might we ask subscribers who find profit and instruction from reading the CRAFTSMAN to recommend the
publication to those Brethren who do not take it. We have no cause to complain of the support so far given,
but we want to double the pages of reading matter; we want to make other improvements which will cost
much money, and we want to make arrangements with the great Masonic writers of the day to contribute
articles. But to do this we must double our subscription list. Towards this object each present subscriber can
if be so desires, help.

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THE Editor of this Journal has a large and useful library of Masonic works, to which he is constantly adding.
Brethren who contemplate the reading of papers, or the giving of addresses upon Masonic, subjects before
the members of their own or of other Lodges, can, if they are in doubt or desire any information, get it from
us, if we are able to supply it, by sending with their queries a stamped and addressed envelope for the reply.
When a stamped envelope is not enclosed, the replies will be given in next issue of the CRAFTSMAN. Brevity
and conciseness are recommended, as the spare time of the editor is limited.

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WHAT DO YOU THINK OF IT? —We do not know what our readers think of this issue of the CRAFTSMAN—
we cannot know, for they have not seen it the time we write, but we think it a very readable and valuable
number. If our Brethren agree with us, we will thank them to commend the CRAFTSMAN to their friends, and
send us the name of one or more new subscribers. Brethren, what do you think of it ?
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OBITUARY.

H.R.H. ALBERT VICTOR CHRISTIAN EDWARD--
FIRST DUKE OF CLARENCE AND AVONDALE, AND EARL OF ATHLONE.

PROVINCIAL GRAND MASTER OF BERKSHIRE.

THE eldest son of the Prince and Princess of Wales, and the next heir in direct line to the Imperial throne,
was born on January 8th, 1864. The late Duke was initiated by his father in the Royal Alpha Lodge, London,
on March 21st, 1885, and was Senior Grand Warden of England, in 1887. On December 15th, 1890, the
Grand Master held a special Grand Lodge at Reading, and installed his son as Provincial Grand Master of
Berkshire.

" Of the young Prince, whose premature death thus rudely disturbs the royal succession, nothing but good
has ever been said. He inherited in marked degree the amiable qualities which have made his mother idolised
among every section of the English-speaking race, and was of that temperament which an illustrious position
could not spoil, nor was he of a disposition which could ever become arrogant.

"The Prince was only 28 years of age on January 8th, and a life full of promise has been rudely terminated
with a suddenness, and under Circumstances calculated to arouse the warmest expressions of regret.
Bereavement falls to the palace as to the cot, and the English-speaking nation will, we are sure, sympathise
with the mother who mourns her first-born."

The Masonic body has gone into mourning, and the Brethren in New Zealand have cabled Home their
sympathy.

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COLONEL SHADWELL H. CLERKE,
GRAND SECRETARY OF ENGLAND.

WE regret having to record Bro. Clerke's death, which took place
in December. His first appearance as a Grand Officer was in
1878, when he and Sir Erasmus Wilson, F.R.S., were the Senior
Grand Deacons of the year. In 1880, he succeeded the late John
Hervey as Grand Secretary. It is singular that his two immediate
predecessors also died in the eleventh year of their appointments.

COLONEL SHADWELL H. CLERKE,
Grand Secretary of England.

THE HON. SIR FREDERICK WHITAKER
(Provincial Grand Master, North Island of New Zealand, S.C.).

THE HON. SIR FREDERICK WHITAKER,
PROVINCIAL GRAND MASTER, NORTH ISLAND OF N.Z., S.C.

ON the afternoon of December 4th passed quietly away from earth, in his 80th year, one of the most
honoured members of the fraternity in New Zealand, and who, by his consistent life and actions had ever
been a living embodiment of the principles of Freemasonry; presenting an example well worthy of
imitation by all professing to regulate their lives by Masonic line and rule.

Our late Brother first saw the light of Masonry on 23rd July, 1839, in Alfred Lodge, No. 340, B.C.,
Oxford, when about 27 years old, and only a short time before he left the shores of England to seek his
fortune in the then far-distant and little-known Australian Colonies. Arriving in Sydney in 1840 he almost
immediately came on to New Zealand, and has sojourned among us ever. since. His name has been
intimately and honourably associated with the history of the Colony for the last fifty years, and no less
closely and creditably with the annals of the Craft during the same period.

Brother Whitaker was, in 1842, installed as first Worshipful Master of Lodge Ara, the first Lodge
established in New Zealand, and continued for many years an active and prominent member, until the cares
of public office compelled him to discontinue his regular attendance. In 1878, when the North Island of
New Zealand was constituted a Province under the Scottish Constitution, Sir Frederick was by acclamation
chosen for its first Provincial Grand Master, and most ably and satisfactorily has he ever since filled the
office. To those intimately connected with him in Masonic matters it has always been a source of wonder
and admiration that one at his great age, whose time and thoughts were so much occupied by the affairs of
State and the engrossing cares of business, could succeed in mastering the details and attending to the
minutiaeof work connected with the Craft. But thoroughness and methodical precision were strong traits in his
character, and whatever he undertook to do was done " to the best of his knowledge and ability." He was
not content to occupy a merely ornamental or honorary position, but was ever the active, directing and
controlling power of Provincial Grand Lodge.

By every member of that Provincial Grand Lodge Brother Whitaker was looked up to with feelings of
veneration and respect, and his cheery and cordial warmheartedness endeared him to all who came under the
magical influence of his charming and lovable manner.

In deciding questions of Masonic jurisprudence or in conducting trials for offences against the laws of the
fraternity, Brother Whitaker brought to bear all his skill as an acknowledged leader in his profession,
combined with that patience, precision, and attention to details which so strongly characterised him; while
running through all was ever present and visible so much of kindness and good nature that even those under
reproof or punishment felt they were being disciplined in " sorrow, not in anger," and were ever ready to
submit to and kiss the rod.

Shortly before being installed Provincial Grand Master in 1878 Brother Whitaker affiliated to Lodge Sir
Walter Scott, No. 532, S.C., and continued a member up to the date of his decease. He was also a
subscribing member of St. Andrew, No. 418. About five years ago he took the degree of Royal Arch, in
Zealandia Chapter, S.C., and manifested a strong interest in Capitular Masonry.

When the proposal to establish a Grand Lodge in this Colony was first mooted, Bro. Whitaker assumed a
neutral position, freely stating his conviction that although the movement might be somewhat premature, it
was only a question of a very few years before all would be working under the one government.

Subsequently, he somewhat varied from the course he had first laid down—that, namely, of letting each
Lodge decide the question for itself—and more actively opposed the movement; but there is strong reason to
believe that he had recently become convinced that it would be well to gracefully accept the inevitable, and,
had he been spared for another year, would probably have been instrumental in bringing about a settlement
of our unhappy differences.

Our late Brother literally died in Masonic harness, his last thoughts, no doubt, being occupied in considering
how he could best contribute to an amalgamation of the opposing forces ; for, when death summoned him, he
was waiting in his office for his Provincial Grand Committee to assemble, in response to his invitation " to
consider the present position of Masonic matters " in his district, consequent on so many of his Lodges
having joined the Grand Lodge of New Zealand.

That no feelings but those of respect and veneration for our departed Brother find a place in the hearts of
New Zealand Masons was amply testified by the fact that a large majority of those assembled round his
grave, to pay the last tribute of respect to his memory, were members of Lodges under the New Zealand
Constitution, and by none will he be more sincerely mourned.

Despite the cloud that of late years arose between us, we are never likely to forget his skill as a legislator, his
integrity as a citizen, and his fidelity and zeal as a Mason.

Indomitable zeal inspired his worn and weary feet,
And moved his earnest soul to make the work of life complete.

MALCOLM NICCOL.
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THE R.W.P.G. Master Députe, Bro. William McCullough, delivered a high and eloquent testimony to the
memory of the deceased Brother, before the Brethren assembled to take part in the funeral services. We
extract the following from Bro. McCullough's remarks, as they supplement the Obituary published above :—

" Our late Provincial Grand Master, Sir F. Whitaker, was favoured by Almighty God with length of
days, and his work in the quarries of this world commenced before the majority of those present
were born, when the titree and the wild fern grew upon the hillsides of our city, and the shores of our
harbour were the resort of the fishing parties of the Native race. In those early days he was called
upon by those in authority to discharge duties to tile Church and State. Fifty years ago his great
abilities were recognised, and how well he served Church and State may be traced in the
constitutions under which both now work. So well did he discharge his duties to the State that Her
Most Gracious Majesty the Queen marked her approval by conferring upon him a, patent of
knighthood. As a citizen of Auckland, he alwa3s held the highest place in the regard of the people.
This was shown by his being called upon to fill the highest places and the most honourable in the gift
of the citizens, and also by his being chosen, times without number, to represent his fellow-colonists
in the councils of the State. His kindly manner, his modest and obliging disposition, united with
great abilities and a strict sense of justice and equity, made him at all times the friend, as well as the
wise adviser. As a father, he was loved and respected for his consistent, moral, and upright character;

and the example he set of a godly, sober, and conscientious life may well have been that pictured in
the mind of the poet Longfellow, when he wrote his magnificent Psalm of Life '—

Lives of great men all remind us
We can make our lives sublime ; And, departing, leave behind us
Footprints on the sands of Time.
Footprints, that, perhaps another,
Sailing o'er life's solemn main,
A forlorn and shipwrecked brother,
Seeing, may take heart again.

But, as a Mason, we are here mostly called upon to speak, for his intercourse with the members of this Lodge
was most frequent, and with the members of the Masonic Craft, most fraternal. How great our loss is, we are,
at this hour, incapable of estimating, and only when we require his counsel and advice, and feel the want of
his experience and wisdom, will we realise how much he was our dear and esteemed Brother and chief. He
was, as it were, a landmark in Freemasonry in this Colony, for nearly half-a-century ago he was the applicant
for a charter for a Masonic Lodge, and was chosen the first Master of the first Lodge opened in New
Zealand. From that day to his latest he was an active and an efficient member of the Order. His interest never
flagged, and, although younger men succeeded to the more active management of the subordinate Lodges, he
occupied the highest station as the Chief Ruler in this Island under the Grand Lodge of Scotland. The history
of the Colony may be said to be the history of his life, and when, in the future, there will arise a great writer
and historian, no inconsiderable part of his work, when dealing with the first half-century of the colonisation
of these Islands, will be, most undoubtedly, the part played by our late Brother.

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BRO. PETER DICKSON,

W.M. DESIGNATE OF MASTERTON, No. 19, N.Z.

ON the eve of being installed Worshipful Master, Bro. Dickson has been called to his long rest. The cause of
death was poison, which, in some unaccountable manner, had found its way into the viands which he, in
company with 30 others, partook of at a wedding feast in Pahiatua. The sad occurrence has naturally created
widespread sorrow and regret, more especially as several other persons have died in consequence of some
terrible error or practical joke in the preparation of the food. The police are now investigating the matter, and
it is to be hoped that the mystery will be satisfactorily cleared up.

Bro. Dickson was a good citizen, a staunch friend, and a man beloved by all. He was one who always had a
pleasant word for everybody, and nobody could find a fault in him. As a Mason he was a model, so much so
that he was unanimously chosen W.M. of the Masterton Lodge. Fully 1000 persons attended his funeral in
Masterton, and the members of the Craft mustered in large numbers to pay their last tribute of affection to
their deceased companion. To his bereaved family and to the members of his Lodge we offer our heartfelt
sympathy.

—New Zealand Mail.
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BRIEF MENTION

GRAND LODGE met at Omani, on Friday; the 15th inst. Nominations and other business done will be found in
our supplement.

ENGLISH, Irish, and Scotch Lodges will henceforth no longer be known under the Grand Lodge.

LODGE ST. ANDREW, S.C., Wanganui, is now giving the Mark.

BRO. GEORGE HESCOTT, the travelling representative of this journal, has had much kindness shown him
while on his travels. He particularly wishes to acknowledge the courtesy and attention of W. Bros. Gorkill
and McAllum, of New Plymouth.

Bro. McKelvey writes that he visited Lodge No. 1 in Hobart recently, and that they worked splendidly.

LODGE ST. JOHN, No. 37, Featherston, is going to try and purchase an organ. Good I Other Lodges do
likewise.

The God of Freemasonry is " Our Father, which is in heaven," and whose glories every true Mason will one
day share.

WE entered on our third year last November. Those who wish to save half-a-crown, would do well to send us
a postal note at once for seven-and-six.

THE Grand Secretary notifies that the Book of Constitutions is now in the printers' hands, and he hopes to
begin to deliver this month. The price will be two shillings per copy. Each initiate ought to be presented with
a copy.

HENCEFORTH all Past Masters who desire to attend Grand Lodge and take part in the proceedings must first
enroll themselves as such, and pay the legistration fee of 10s. 6d. (payable once only), for which will be
furnished a Past Master's certificate. No Past Master can be enrolled unless he is a subscribing member of a
Lodge holding under Grand Lodge.

THE " Correct List," issued by the Grand Secretary, was, owing to an error, incorrect. We publish the Official
and Correct Boll of the Lodges hobing under the Grand Lodge of New Zealand, and have added thereto by
giving the localities of the Lodges ; an improvement, we think, upon the bare name and number.

MUCH kindness and many little acts of attention have been shown us by the New South Wales Brethren. The
latest Brother to place us under an obligation is the Editor of the Freemasons' Chronicle, Sydney, who, at our
request, forwarded " Freemasonry in New South Wales, from its Early History to the installation of Lord
Jersey," &c. Returned New Zealanders speak very highly of the hospitality and goodwill manifested by the
Brotherhood in New South Wales.

WE were not invited to R.W. Bro. P. Cunningham's installation. Lord Onslow and his Private Secretary were
so honoured. Bro. Riversdale Walrond was present ; his seat at the banquet table being reserved by a card,
with " Bro. Riversdale Walrond, Esq.," upon it. "Distinctions among men," &c.; our readers can supply the
rest of the quotation to suit themselves.

APROPOS OF BRO. CUNNINGHAM’S INSTALLATION.--Two Brethren connected with the daily press were
invited to the banquet. Belonging to the Grand Lodge of New Zealand, they declined the invitation, because
not invited to the ceremony. Right, Brethren! A dignified protest to the advertisement, "None but Brethren of
recognised Constitutions admitted." At the banquet, however; the " Press " was not forgotten, the N.Z.
CRAFTSMAN coming in for a mauvais quart d' heure.

THE SECRET SOCIETY CRANK.—Judge : You are charged with not supporting your family properly—what
do you do with your money ? Prisoner : I belong to seventeen secret societies, Judge.—Physician : And
above all, you must avoid every form of violent exercise for some time to cone. Patient : Can't do it, Doc.;
we initiate three candidates at our Lodge to-night, and next week I've got to take the forty-third degree my
self . — Policeman : What's the row here? Secret Society Crank : Why, you see, officer, I'm on my way to a
parade of the " Noble Hidalgos of the Rising Sun," and these foreigners here think I'm some kind of a god,
and they're worshipping me.

CHICAGO’S Masonic Temple will be 300ft. high.

THE Grand Master of New Zealand was well received by the Lodges on the Coast during his November visit.

Our thanks are due to Bro Patchett, of Invercargill, for several copies of the New Zealand Freemason, and
for other favours.

WE have received from the Grand Secretary, V.W. Bro. Alfred J. Burbidge, the annual reports of the Grand
Lodge of Mark Master Masons of New South Wales. Space forbids us giving extracts this month.

THE Australasian Keystone for November and the Queensland Freemasons' Magazine for October,
November, and December have failed to put in an appearance.

REEFTON Brethren delighted with the visit paid by the M.W.G.M. of New Zealand during November last.
Our correspondent says the visit will do a vast amount of good.

PACIFIC, E.C., Reefton, is building a Masonic Hall ; it is to be finished about the end of this month.

THE Grand Secretary has issued a notice to Past Masters, calling their attention to Rule 31, of the Book of
Constitutions, which requires a fee of five shillings annually, to be paid in exchange for the business papers
and reports of Quarterly Communications.

RUFUS CHOATE, the famous lawyer, who, it was said, could clear the thief even if the money was found in
his boots, was made a Mason in Jordan Lodge, Peabody, Mass. He entertained a remarkable theory that the
rudiments of the liberal arts and sciences laid down among us might be expanded and extended by courses of
lectures and recitations into a regular series of instruction, something like that pursued by our scientific
schools or institutes of technology ; and that Freemasonry might, in that way, without going outside of its
own borders, furnish all the materials for a liberal education, as it did in the middle ages.—Keystone.

Two things deserve attention in the report of the installation at Ngamotu, No. 48, New Plymouth. One is the
awakening to the one-sided dealings of " Loyal Lodges." They accept, with thanks, money voted by Lodges
holding under " that rebellious and mushroom body, the Grand Lodge of New Zealand," but they decline to
make any return or recognise the donors as of Masonic standing, on the ground of the Grand Lodge being an
unrecognised, and consequently an unMasonic body. We take some little credit to ourselves for putting a
stop to this " Spoiling of the Egyptians.", The other item worthy of consideration, is re having a Lecture
Master appointed by Grand Lodge. Not so fast, Brethren! That will come in good time, but not just now. Is
there a Brother in this favoured land who would care to fill the position, while the Grand Lodge recognises
English, Irish, and Scotch working ?

THE first attempts to form a Lodge in New South Wales was in 1803. Henry Brown Hayes craved permission
from Governor King to hold a Lodge. The request was refused ; Bro. Hayes held his Lodge, and for setting
the Governor at defiance he was banished to Van Dieman's Land, to undergo a term of hard labour. In 1814
the first regular Lodge in Australia was opened by the 46th regiment, and called, Social and Military Virtues,
No. 227, under warrant from Ireland dated 1752. Upon the regiment returning home a warrant was granted to
the Sydney Brethren, in 1820, by the Grand Lodge of Ireland, under the title of Australian Social Lodge, No.
260, which Lodge, it may be remembered, granted, on September 5th, 1842, a dispensation to open a Lodge
in Auckland—Ara, now No. 1, on the roll of New Zealand. In 1828 a Lodge was warranted by England,
under the title of the Lodge of Australia, -but for some reason it remained in abeyance till December, 1833.
In 1839 an English Provincial Grand Lodge was formed, Bro. G. R. Nichols being D.P.G.M. This Brother,
on September 9th, 1842, granted a dispensation to open the New Zealand Pacific, now No. 2, New Zealand.
In 1850 the Scottish Constitution was represented by the opening of Lodge St. Andrew, No. 358.

LODGE PONSONBY'S balance-sheet for the year ending November 30th, 1891, shows £169 13s 9d of assets.
The liabilities are nil. The cash in bank was £12 5s 9d.

BRO. WALTER HILL, of Wellington, has kindly made us a present of a volume of " The New Zealand
Craftsman and Masonic Review " ; a journal with which he was connected, and which was published in
Wellington during the years 1884 and 1885.

THERE is a wide difference between the Brother who meets you and says, I hope your paper will be a
success," and the one who reaches down in his pocket and says, " Here : Send me your paper for a year." In
the latter case the success is assured.—Hebrew Standard.

THE Grand Lodge of Antient Free and Accepted Masons of the Republic of Peru, was founded in 1882, and
has now 26 Lodges under its jurisdiction ; out of this number, Lima, the capital, has nine. We understand that
this Grand Body is willing to recognise the Grand Lodge of New Zealand, at the first time of asking. For the

information of the authorities, we may mention that the M.W. Grand Master is Edward Lavergne, and his
address—Casilla del Correo, No. 44, Lima, Peru.

IN our remarks upon the proposed Constitutions, we pointed out the absolute necessity for some system
being devised whereby members of Grand Lodge, who, by reason of distance, pressure of business, and want
of necessary funds, were prevented from attending the annual meeting, could record their votes by post, in
the election of Grand Officers. Comp. Donneley Fisher, Grand Registrar of the Supreme Chapter of New
South Wales, has invented a system, whereby every upcountry voter can secretly record his vote, and so
make the election a true reflex of the feeling of the various Chapters throughout the Colony. The Freemason,
Sydney, commenting on this, says : " The Grand Scribe E. describes it as novel, secret, perfect. The plan
seems to work well, and appears worthy of the revision committee of the Book of Constitutions, of the
United Grand Lodge." We shall return to this subject next month, and shall continue to refer to it until our
object —that of bringing the ballot box to each member's door—is accomplished.

MASONIC PRAYER.—The following criticism is from the pen of Bro. W. S. Ramsey, in his review of
Michigan, in the correspondence report of Georgia, 1890 :—" The Chaplain's prayer is printed in the
Proceedings, and it is a beautiful piece of rhetoric, but an un-Masonic prayer because of its Christian closing
and the addition of the Lord's Prayer. Though I am a Christian minister and a believer in the Father, Son, and
Holy Ghost, and a worshipper of Jesus Christ, the Son of the living God, yet I must say that the prayer of a
Mason in a Masonic gathering recognises only the Great Architect of the Universe. We have many true and
faithful Masons who are of the Jewish race, who do not accept our Lord and Saviour. I would be rejoiced if
the last one of them would acknowledge Him as the Lord of all, the promised Messiah, but they do not. Their
training, their birth to Jewish parents, their prejudices, and all their natural inclinations lead them away from
Him whom we as Christians worship as our Redeemer, Friend, and Brother, and yet they are none the less
Masons by reason of their peculiar religious belief. They are honest in their belief, too. The prayer of onr
Brother of Michigan would be an un-Masonic prayer to these, and is out of place in a Masonic gathering.
While we are worshipping at our Masonic altars of the only true and living God. the Great Architect of the
Universe, that worship is to be such as to meet with a hearty, full and free So mote it be, Amen,' from every
Masonic heart, no matter what his peculiar religious belief so that he is a believer in God, the Father
Almighty, Master of Heaven and Earth. Under this view the prayer of Right Worshipful Grand Chaplain of
the Grand Lodge of Michigan is out of place."

A COMMITTEE has been appointed to draw up a code of rules for the purpose of regulating debate in the
Grand Lodge of Victoria.

WE thank the Secretary of St. Andrew Kilwinning, Bro. J. Fairburn, for a copy of the Lodge circular ; from it
we learn, that on the 14th inst., the business was the " election of officers to work the Mark Degree."

"THE ULTIMATE DESTINY OF FREEMASONRY.”—Space wont allow US this month to publish the above
excellent article, by R.W. Bro. Malcolm Niccol, but we hope to be in a position to do something with it in
our next number.

REV. J. M. FOSTER writes this : " The churches, as a matter of self protection, should disfellowship all
members of secret oath-bound societies." We do not know who this reverend gentleman is, nor where he
hails from ; but we find in the context the secret of his antipathy to Secret Societies—" They absorb the
church's resources !" This son of Belial classes the great benevolent Orders of the day with the Knights of the
Golden Circle, White Leagues, Molly Maguires, Ku-Klux, Mormon Endowment House, Clan-na-Gael,
Jesuits, Mafia, etc., when he knows that such classification is false and misleading, and that his readers must
be the veriest idiots to believe such falsehood.

" Call God by all names," says an ancient writer, " for He is everything." " Call Him by no name," says
another," for none can perfectly express Him."

THE APPEAL OF W. BRO. W. FORREST TO THE GRAND LODGE OF SCOTLAND.—We had intended printing the
first part, but want of space forbids it ; next month we shall try again.

WE offer the Grand Secretary of New South Wales, V.W. Bro. A. H. Bray, our congratulations upon
recovery from La Grippe, and also upon the increase in his family.

BRO. J. C. REMINGTON, D.G.M. of New South Wales, whom, it will be remembered, paid us a visit a couple
of years ago, has taken unto himself a wife. The happy pair are now in New Zealand. We offer our Brother
and Sister every good and perfect gift.

THE Senior Warden of Hercules, Tapanui, has also entered into the holy bonds of matrimony. Bro. Wrensted
and his bride have our hearty good wishes.

THE election of Grand Officers will take place in April. It is proposed to hold the annual meeting in
Auckland.

A SCOTCH LODGE, " St. John," No. —, at Eltham, Taranaki, seems to be in existence. Bro. S. Jackson
Binning, of the school-house, late of Stafford, Westland, is the moving spirit.

THE inauguration of the Supreme Grand Chapter is put off, to suit the convenience of the delegates, till
April.

LARGE meeting of Auckland Brethren on Friday, the 8th inst. R.W. Bro. Malcolm Niccol unanimously
nominated as Grand Master.

FROM a trustworthy scource, we learn that the Hon. John Ballance resigned some months ago from office in
the French Lodge, in Wellington. We also learn that he is now sorry he ever had anything to do with it.
Comment not needed.

THE Grand Orient of France is seeking to effect a lodgment in Pennsylvania. The Keystone commenting,
says : Pennsylvania Freemasons are too intelligent, too loyal to Masonic and divine truth, too devoted to
ancient Freemasonry, to listen to any would-be charmer, who seeks to enthrone doubt, atheism, or
agnosticism, on the throne of the Grand Architect of the Universe, in the place of the one living and true
God.

WE are indebted to Bro. D. 0. Preshaw, of Lodge Pacific, E.C., Reefton, for favours.

WE are also indebted to Bro. F. E. White, of Palmerston North, who wishes us to intimate that any Brother
desirous of subscribing to the CRAFTSMAN, can leave their names with him.
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CORRESPONDENCE.

TO CORRESPONDENTS.

All communications should be addressed to the Editor, CRAFTSMAN, Box 322, P.O., Dunedin, and should be written
on one side of the paper only.
Correspondents and contributors are requested to be as brief as possible, as the space at our command is limited.
[Letters intended for insertion must be accompanied, in all cases, by the real name and address of the writer, as well as
by the name and number of the Lodge to which he belongs, not necessarily for publication, but as a guarantee of good
faith. We do not hold ourselves responsible for opinions expressed by our correspondents.]

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ANSWERS TO CORRESPONDENTS.

COLOURED PERSON.—There are some 30,000 Negro Masons in the States, under the jurisdiction of 26
Grand Lodges. They are not recognised by the Whites.

BELIEVER IN A NEW ZEALAND RITUAL.—The Ritual Revision Committee of South Australia have nearly
finished their task. "Quizzical Craftsman," in the December issue of the S.A. Freemason, says :—" One thing
is certain, the grand motive has proved a slip, and the great consummation of an intercolonial uniform ritual
has ended in a wretched fiasco." If this is what New Zealand has been waiting for, she need wait no longer.

PHOTO OF GRAND SECRETARY.—We do not attempt to make bricks without straw. When he sends the photo.
we will do the rest. He was made a Mason some seven or eight years ago.

W.J.—We do not make presents of the "Guide " to non-subscribers. The price is a shilling. Because you
“subscribed last year " is no reason why we should post you a free copy.

PAST MASTER, N.Z.—The daily press is not, but the CRAFTSMAN is, the proper place for such a
correspondence. We do not publish letters on Masonic subjects that have appeared in the " profane " press.

CANTERBURY, E.C.—See reply to "Syntax." You start wrong, and finish the same way. We did not, for one
thing, publish in December ; the " Masonic Guide" took the CRAFTSMAN’S place. No report has reached us.

T. L. MURRAY, THAMES.—Not yet arrived. Kindly remind the Secretary.

REV. W. E. NULGAN.—Thanks. Will return in due course. You have forgotten to send particulars, initiation,
&c.

"SYNAX," TIMARU.—It has hitherto been the custom to invite the Masonic Press. We do not go to "high
functions " unless invited. See Brief Mention. Tickets were refused to members of the N.Z.C. Lord Onslow
was not present.

THOMAS SCOTT, NELSON.—Thanks. We paid. Had to pass the latter part of the report, will place in special
place in February.

FRED CROSS.—The South African Freemason, East London, Cape Colony; The Freemason and Freemasons'
Chronicle, Sydney ; The Queensland Freemasons' Magazine, Brisbane.

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THE NELSON JUBILEE.

TO THE EDITOR.
DEAR SIR AND BROTHER,—I beg to forward you short report of doings of Victory Lodge, No. 40, N.Z.C.—
Yours fraternally,

ROBERT ALLAN, P.M., Hon. Sec.

Anticipating a large number of Masonic visitors during the celebrat'on of the Nelson Jubilee, which takes
place the first week in February next, ho Southern Star, No. 735, E.C., and Victory, No. 40, N.Z.C., have
decided to hold a combined Lodge, when all visiting Brethren will be heartily welcomed, and entertained,
most likely, at a banquet, which will take place after Lodge work.

Bro. Thomas Scott, P.M., has presented the Lodge with a nicely-framed photo. of Bro. G. W. Speth, P.M.,
Secretary of Lodge Quatuor Coronati, No. 2076, E.C.

The officers of the Victory have also presented the Lodge with a very handsomely-framed portrait of
M.W.G.M., Bro. Henry Thomson, N.Z.C.

Nelson, December 25th, 1891.
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THE DIVISIONAL SYSTEM OF CRAFT MASONRY.
TO THE EDITOR.

DEAR SIR AND BROTHER,—My attention having been drawn to page 890 of your September issue, in which
appears a paragraph alluding to Lodge Concord, with the following query—" What is the divisional system
?" I would reply, Tripartition.

The Tripartite form was adopted at the construction of the Temple. King Solomon divided the workmen—
this being symbolic, and particularly marked by Masons. The perfect number of the Pythagoreans
represented a division of tune, so likewise it is a sacred division or number, with which all Labour
commences and is finished. It cannot do otherwise than remind us of the Lights, and Kingdom of Nature, the

Grand Principals, the Moral Virtues, the Sacred Dictates, and excellent characteristics with which the Order
abounds. Again, the Positions, Steps, Grades, the Stages of Human Life, and the principal parts of Man all
reproduce the division. As to Furniture, Ornaments, Jewels, Tools, and Pillars I need not mention, as your
knowledge of those will be far more than I can explain—a continuous Triad. —I remain, yours fraternally,

THOMAS GEORGE STRANGE,
S.D., Lodge Concord, N.Z.C. (late E.C., No. 1925).

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CONSECRATIONS.

PROVINCE OF WELLINGTON.

CONSTITUTION AND CONSECRATION OF THE OTAKI LODGE, No. 72, OTAKI, MANAWATU.

THE Brethren in Otaki, actuated by the same motives as those of Lodge Otangaki, Ashurst, determined to
establish a Lodge, and having taken initiatory steps, a petition was signed by seven members, on 23rd
September last, belonging to Auckland and Wellington Lodges The prayer of the petitioners was acceded to
by the Grand Lodge at the Quarterly Communication in October last.

In the absence of the Grand Master, and his Deputy, R.W. Bro. D. H. Macarthur, M.H.R. (through illness),
the Grand Superintendent of Wellington, R.W. Bro. Herbert J. Williams, was empowered to carry out the
ceremony, and right worthily he performed the impressive duties apertaining thereto, assisted by the
following Worshipful Brethren acting as Grand Officers, viz. :—S.G.W., A. Lindsay, No, 13 ; J.G.W., H. J.
Freeman (W.M.), No. 2 ; G.S., J. AL Goldfinch, No. 44; Grand Chaplain, W. H. Warren, No. 2; G.D. of C.,
A. Black (W.M.), No. 67 ; S. G.D., J. F. Bulford (W.M.), No. 44 ; J.G.D., J. Hyde, No. 44 ; G. Par., J. Young
; G. Organist, A. J. Norberg ; G. Stewards, John Danks (W.M.), No. 32; Thomas Beadnall, No. 44 ; G. Tyler,
11. Fletcher. The following distinguished visitors were also present, viz. :—P.M. N. Dunlop, Geraldine ; W.
Perry, Hokitika, No. 1229, E.C. ; George Herrick, Lodge Thistle, 627, S.C., Ashburton ; George Hescott,
Lodge Otago, Dunedin ; and R. J. Heard, Leinster, Wellington.

The ceremony of consecration was held in the local school-house, which, for the time being, will be the
Lodge-room, until time and circumstances shall warrant the building of their own Lodge. Before
commencing the ceremony, the Grand Superintendent apologised for the absence of the Grand Master, and
for P.D.G.M. Bro. Gillon, who regretted his absence very much, but wished the Lodge every success and
prosperity.

After the ceremony of consecration, the Brethren resumed work in the Second Degree, and proceeded with
the installation of Bro. William Robert Franklin, and the investiture of the following Brethren Bell, S.W. ;
Charles Tilley, J.W, ; J. McCulloch, P.M., Secretary ; W. Tompsitt, Treasurer ; W. H. Sincox, S.D. ; Findlay
Bethune, J.D. ; Frederick Bills, I.G. ; and Frank Bailey, Tyler.

The musical portion of the service was ably carried out by G. Organist Herr Norberg, assisted by Bro.
Warren, and other members. At the conclusion of the proceedings hearty good wishes were tendered by the
Grand Lodge and visiting Brethren.

The W.M., Bro. Franklin, in a neat speech, thanked the members of his Lodge for their electing him, and also
conveyed to the Grand Lodge and visitors his heartiest good wishes, and thanks for their attendance.

The following gentlemen were proposed for initiation, viz. :—Messrs W. H. French, John Waters, Benjamin
Ling, John Davis, and Charles Slight.

The Lodge was duly closed in peace, love, and harmony, at 8.30 p.m., when the Brethren were invited to
attend a ball at the Native College. The hall had been beautifully decorated by the ladies and Brethren of
Lodge Otaki, who also generously provided a most recherché supper, to which ample justice was done,
especially a noble peacock, whose vanity was quickly destroyed by the constant attacks made upon it.
During the interlude the following toasts were proposed:—"Queen and Craft," " Grand Lodge of New
Zealand " (coupled with the name of Grand Superintendent), " Newly installed Master and officers," "
Visitors " (coupled with the names of Bros. Lindsay, Freeman, Bulford, and Danks).

The Grand Superintendent, in apologising for the absence of the G.M., said that if Bro. Thomson had had the
faintest idea of the treat that was in store for him he never would have been absent, and, speaking for
himself, he assured the ladies present that he should never miss an opportunity of visiting Otaki, especially if
he was permitted to be supported and honoured by such a bevy of beauty and gracefulness as was present
upon that occasion,

The newly installed Master, Bro. Franklin, also returned thanks on behalf of himself and officers, and also
referred to the erroneous impressions that ladies often have of Freemasons—alleging them to be only a social
club, whereas the cardinal principles of their Order were brotherly love, relief, and truth; and therefore a man
who was a good Mason, must necessarily make a good son, loving husband, and father.

Dancing was then resumed, and kept up to the " wee sma' hours," when the the visitors dispersed to their
respective hotels, delighted with the entertainment.

We must give a word of praise to Messrs. Norberg and King, who played a splendid programme in a most
artistic manner, thus affording the lovers of the poetry of motion every satisfaction and gratitude. Of course
the ladies all looked charming, but a description of their dresses, &c., would be out of place in a Masonic
journal, therefore we must refer them to the columns of the Press, Christchurch, where, no doubt, they will
be amply satisfied.

In conclusion, the correspondent of this journal must return his sincere thanks to the Grand Superintendent ;
Bro. Franklin, W.M., Otaki; and Bro. Black, W.M., Pahiatua, for the information and courtesy tendered him.

The visiting Brethren from Wellington returned to their several destinations on Saturday morning, delighted
by their visit. During their stay in Otaki their creature comforts were well looked after by Messrs. McBeath
(Family Hotel), and McCarthy (Telegraph Hotel).

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THE Grand Master of Missouri refuses to recognise dimitted Masons as lawful petitioners for a new Lodge.
Correct, or otherwise, they would gain Lodge membership without the scrutiny of an investigating
committee and a unanimous ballot.—The American Tyler.
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INSTALLATIONS.

PROVINCE OF AUCKLAND.

ST. ANDREW, NO. 8.—INSTALLATION OF BRO. THOMAS THOMAS, AND PRESENTATION OF A PAST MASTER’S
JEWEL TO BRO.. H. C. TEWSLEY.—The annual meeting was held on the 11th December in the presence of
130 Brethren, of whom 45 were members. Amongst the visitors were Bros. M. Niccol, G. Supt. ; Alex. S.
Russell, Pt. Deputy G.M. ; G. H. Powley, S.G. Warden ; A. Kidd, Pt. G. Pur.; R. B. Symon, G. Steward ; Dr.
Walker, Assistant G. Organist ; W. Craig, Pt. Assistant G. Standard Bearer ; J. B. Gatland, G. Steward ; G.
Hardy, G. Steward ; W. H. Cooper, Pt. 5.0. Warden ; John Page, Pt. Assistant G. Sword Bearer ; T. W. Allen,
G. Steward ; and Past Masters Burgess, Ellison (2), W. S. Lyell, Hill, Dunwoodie, Waterman, Chapman,
Hanna, Basley, Conquer, Leding, and others. The following Lodges were officially represented :—Nos. 1,
10, 17 (Coromandel), 20, 24, 45, and 54; and among the visitors were some Brethren from H.M.S. Tauranga.
The balance-sheet showed a flourishing state of things. The retiring Master, Bro. H. C. Tewsley, made the
Lodge a present of a set of gavels. The Grand Superintendent then proceeded with the installation, Bro. Page
acting as D. of C., and Bros. Ellison and Basley as presenting officers. After Bro. Thomas had been placed in
the chair he invested Bros. J. Guthrie and D. H. Ross as his Wardens, and the following Brethren were then
invested :—H. C. Tewsley, I.P.M. ; R. B. Symon, D.M. ; James Anderson, S.M. Dr. Walker, P.M., Organist ;
T. Ellison, P.M., Treasurer ; W. H. Cooper, P.M., Secretary ; W, T. Briggs, D. of C. ; G. M. Reid, S.D.; P. A.
Duncan, J.D. ; W. A. Harvey, I.G. ; E. Langley, S.S. ; J. D. Webster, J.S. ; M. McCulsky, B.B. ; Tonge,
Tyler. The working tools were presented to the W.M. by Bro. Page. Bro. M Nicoll addressed the Master,
Bro. A. S. Russell the Wardens, and Bro. Allen the Brethren. Bro. Niccol said : As all the Brethren were
aware, Bro. Tewsley, who had presided over the destinies of the Lodge during the past year, was entitled to
their best thanks, and he himself must feel honoured in handing over to his successor such a thriving Lodge.
He (Bro. Niccol) had been Master of St. Andrew 19 years ago, when it was considered to be in its most

thriving position, but even then they could not muster so many Brethren on the floor of the Lodge as they did
that night. The duty entrusted to him was to pin on the breast of Bro. Tewsley the P.M.'s jewel presented to
him by the Lodge, and he trusted he would long live to wear it with satisfaction to the Brethren and to
himself. The jewel is elaborate, the work of Bro. Bartlett, and a counterpart of that presented last year to Bro.
Page. Bro. Tewsley said that in retiring he had the satisfaction of retiring from the Mastership of a powerful
Lodge, and he felt satisfied that through his successor they would continue to succeed. Any success achieved
while he was Master was not due to any ability of his own, but to the splendid manner in which he had been
backed up by the Officers and Brethren of the Lodge: It had been a continued pleasure to him to rule the
Lodge, where all worked harmoniously with him, and he felt, on leaving the chair, that he carried with him
some regard from his Masonic Brethren. He sincerely hoped Bro. Thomas would be as successful and happy
during his year of office as he had been, and for his own part he would assist him in every way he wished.
He thanked the Brethren for their beautiful present, and trusted he would long be able to wear it in Lodge St.
Andrew. Bro. M. Niccol referred to the loss the Craft had sustained through the death of Sir Frederick
Whitaker, and to the interest the deceased Brother had taken in Masonic matters up to the moment of his
death. He begged to express the feelings of the Lodge, and felt that as a Lodge they should express their
regret at the loss of such a worthy and distinguished Freemason as Sir F. Whitaker. The proceedings were
made very interesting by the presence of the Ara band, which played the appropriate music and trumpet calls
during the ceremony.

SIR WALTER SCOTT, NO 15, THAMES—INSTALALTION OF BRO. GEORGE S. CLARK, GRAND STANDARD
BEARER.—The annual meeting was held on December 15th. The attendance was the largest that has
assembled in any Lodge on the Thames for many years. Amongst the visitors present were Grand
Superintendent Bro. M. Niccol, Bro. W. H. Cooper, P.S.G.W. ; Bro. G. H. Powley, S G.W. ; Bro. Ellison,
No. 10 ; Bro. Fowlds, No. 8 ; and Bro. Ebert, No. 24. The balance-sheet showed the Lodge to be in a very
flourishing condition. After the ordinary routine business had been gone through, the Grand Superintendent
took the chair, and installed Bro. G. S. Clark as W.M., and invested the following Brethren as officers for the
ensuing year : T. L. Murray (S.G.D.), I.P.M. ; Simmonds, D.M. ; Mair, S.M. ; P. McGregor, S.W. ; E. C.
Purdie, J.W.; P. S. Smith, Treasurer ; Albert Bruce, Secretary ; Rev. S. J. Neill, P.M., Chaplain; G. L. Ginn,
Architect; J. Paterson, S.D. ; R. Menzies, J.D. ; N. Ferguson, J.S. ; E.W. Howe, Tyler ; H. L. Harston,
Organist ; H. D. Pike, Jeweller ; Bros. W. Davies, D.H. Peat, Rattray, and Humphries, Stewards ; Bros. Ellis
and Goad, B.B. ; Bro. J. West, D. of C. The Superintendent, in his address to the W.M., Wardens; and
Brethren, congratulated the Lodge on its excellent position, both financially and numerically, remarking that
while such Masonic enthusiasts as comprised Lodge Sir Walter Scott held together, the Grand Lodge of New
Zealand would eventually be the great success that was predicted of it. The opposition to the movement for a
Grand Lodge for New Zealand had had the contrary effect to what was intended, for, though it had been the
means of causing some of the Lodges that had given in their allegiance to the movement to draw back, it had
at the same time united the 72 Lodges that remained true to their convictions into one strong brotherhood,
who took for their standard Masonic Unity and Progress. A hearty vote of thanks was passed to the Grand
Superintendent and to the visiting Brethren. Bros. Niccol and Murray spoke in feeling terms of the loss that
the Craft had sustained by the death of Bro. Sir Frederick Whitaker, the latter remarking that Sir F. Whitaker
had been a member of Lodge Sir Walter Scott for some years ; in fact he had been affiliated into Scotch
Masonry in the Lodge, so as to be enabled to take the high position of Provincial Grand Master under the
Scottish Constitution. A vote of condolence was passed to the family in their affliction. After the Lodge was
closed the Brethren partook of refreshments, the proceedings being interspersed with songs and the usual
loyal and Masonic toasts.

FRANKLIN, NO. 58, PUKEKOHE.—INSTALLATION OF BRO. WILLIAM ABBOTT. On Friday, the 13th
November, the annual meeting of the above Lodge took place. The Auckland Brethren went down by the
4.15 p.m. train. The Grand Lodge of New Zealand was represented by R.W. Bro. Malcolm Niccol, Grand
Superintendent ; R.W. Bro. George H. Powley, Senior Grand Warden ; Wor. Bro. H. Walker, M.D., Assis.
Grand Organist ; Wor. Bro. John Page, Past Assis. Grand Sword Bearer ; Bro. J. W. Ellison, P.M. (W.M. of
No. 10), and representatives of Nos. 1, 8, 10, 20, 24, 45, and 54, to the number of 25, as well as Brethren
from the Sister Constitutions. On the way, Brethren from Nos. 55 and 56 joined the party. At 6.30 p.m. Wor.
Bros. Hewson and Shepperd gave the visitors a hearty welcome. The Grand Superintendent, Bro. Niccol,
conducted the installation ceremony, assisted by Bros. Powley, Ellison, and Hewson. The newly installed
Master invested the Wardens, Bros. Rutherford and Dell ; and the ether officers invested were : Treasurer,
Bro. Ayeland ; Secretary, Bro. F. M. Hewson, P.M. ; S.D., Bro. W. H. Nicholson ; J.D., Bro. R. H.

Nicholson. Immediately after the Lodge was closed, the doors of the hall below were opened, when the
wives, sweethearts, and friends of the Brethren began to arrive in large numbers. The decorations in the ball-
room were tasteful and effective—ferns and flowers in rich profusion ; the stage being a perfect forest of
shrubs and plants. After supper Bro. Niccol returned thanks on behalf of the visitors; dancing was then
resumed, and continued until daylight, by the younger members of the party.

PONSONBY, NO. 54, AUCKLAND. —INSTALALTION OF BRO. A. H. JONES, AND PRESENTATION OF A PAST
MASTER’S JEWEL TO BRO. HUGH GRAY. —The annual meeting of this Lodge was held on December 1st, in
the Ponsonby Hall. There was a large attendance-83 visitors and 22 members being present. There was
upwards of 20 Past Masters on the dais, besides those engaged on the floor. The Lodges officially
represented were Nos. 1, 8, 10 and 20. The R.W. Bro. Malcolm Niccol, Grand Superintendent, officiated as
Installing Master, assisted by Wor. Bro. John Page, Past Assis. Grand Sword Bearer ; Wor. Bros. Hanna and
A. B. Burgess acted as presenting officers. The Brethren invested as Wardens were George Fowids and John
Smart. The other Brethren invested were Alexander S. Russell (Past Deputy Grand Master), D.M. ; S. J.
Danneford, Treasurer ; E. V. Johansen, Secretary ; W. H. Simmonds, S.D. ; Fred. O. Massey, J.D. ; George
Low, D. of C. ; George K. Webb, Organist ; James Pryor, I.G.; T. H Purcell, Tyler ; and Bros. Robert Geddes
and Edmund Dutton, Stewar Is. The W.M. of Ara, No. 1 (Bro. Chapman), presented the tools in the Second
Degree. and the W.M. of Eden, No. 20 (Bro. Robinson), those of the First Degree. Past Deputy Grand Master
Bro. Russell addressed the newly installed Master ; the Senior Grand Warden, Bro. G. H. Powley addressed
the Wardens, and Grand Steward Bro. T. W. Allan, gave the address to the Brethren. After the ceremony of
installation, R W. Bro. Russell, presented the Junior Past Master with a P.M. Jewel. Bro Russell referred in
eulogistic terms to the services of Bro. Gray, and to the manner in which he had supported his predecessor,
Bro. Forrest ; he also presented an enlarged photo., handsomely framed, of the retiring Master, which would
be retained, hanging in the Lodge-room. The recipient having replied, the Lodge was closed, and the
Brethren went from labour to refreshment.

DISTRICT GRAND LODGE, E.C., ANNUAL MEETING AND INVESTITURE OF OFFICERS.
—The annual meeting was held on December 1st, R.W. Bro. George S. Graham, District Grand Master,
presiding. Reference was made to the loss D.G. Lodge had sustained by the removal of the Deputy, Bro. W.
Lodder, and a vote of thanks was accorded to him. Dr. Dawson was appointed to fill Bro. Lodder's place.
The following Brethren were appointed to District Grand office :—A. Wright, S.W. ; E. Augur, J.W.; W. P.
Moat, M.H.R. (P.D.S.G.W.) Registrar ; Rev. E. J. McFarland, Chaplain ; H. F. Windsor, President Board of
General Purposes ; J. P. Clark, Secretary ; W. R. Walker, S.D. ; C. Gray, J.D. ; R. Garrett, D. of C. ; A.
Sutherland, Assistant D. of C. ; E. G. Clements, S. of Works ; S. M. Herapath, Swd. Br.; Major Pirie,
Organist ; J. H. M. Lush, Pursuivant ; J. C. Dickinson, Assistant Pursuivant ; Bros. Sisson, Wallace, Crowe,
Martin, Bayldon, and Bishop, Stewards ; E. Tonge, Tyler.

WAITEMATA, 689, E.C.—INSTALLATION OF BRO. CROZIER.—The annual meeting was held on December
21st at the Freemasons' Hall, Princes street. There was a large attendance—a total of 84 representing
Brethren and visitors, and amongst them were 30 installed Masters. Bro. G. S. Graham, with his officers,
represented the E.C. ; Bro. W. J. Rees, Deputy P.G.M., the LC, ; and Bro. McCullough, D.P.G.M., the S.C.
Lodges Remuera, "Pon,onby," and Ara," were received as Lodges, and there were three Brethren present
from the warship Tauranga. Bro. Sutherland, the retiring Master, efficiently performed the duties as
Installing Master, ably assisted by Bros. Clark and Fenton, P.M.'s. Bro. Graham made reference to the death
of Sir Frederick Whitaker, P.G.M. of the S.C., and on his motion it was resolved that the Lodge should go
into mourning for three months, and that a letter of condolence be sent to the relatives of the deceased
Brother. The musical portions of the service were a feature of the working, for which credit must be given to
Major Pirie. Bro. Sutherland installed Bro. Crozier, and the latter then installed his officers as follow :—
Bros. Sutherland, I.P.M. ; Sewell, S.W. ; Henry McCullough, J.W. ; E. Auger, P.M., Treasurer ; H. G. Wade,
P.M., Secretary ; James. Carlaw, S.D. ; James Robinson, J.D. ; James Gerrard, D. of C.; Henry Gillies, I.G. ;
Daniel McCullough, S.S. ; William Henry Jones, J.S. ; and E. Tonge, Tyler. The usual round of
congratulations was given to the new Master, after which the Brethren adjourned to the lower hall. The usual
loyal and Masonic toasts were proposed and acknowledged, and all present appreciated the excellent spread
provided for them by Mrs. Tonge.

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PROVINCE OF WELLINGTON.

NEW ZEALAND PACIFIC, NO. 2, WELLINGTON.-INSTALLATION OF BRO. HERBERT BOWEN BRIDGE, AND
PRESENTATION TO BRO. HENRY JAMES FREEMAN.-The installation of the Worshipful, and the investiture of
the Wardens and officers, of the above Lodge took place on Monday, December 21st, in the presence of a
large number of Brethren. The Grand Lodge of New Zealand was represented by R.W. Bro. E. T. Gillon,
Past Deputy Grand Master ; R.W. Bro. Herbert J. Williams, Grand Superintendent ; and W. Bro. John
Young, Junior Grand Deacon. Bros. Gillon, Williams, and W. D. Lyon were the Installing Masters, and Bros.
Young and T, W. McKenzie the D. of C. The ceremony was ably performed, the orchestra, under the
guidance of Bro. John McGlashan, helping materially to the successful working of the beautiful installation
service. After the obligation of Fealty Bro. George Wilson gave the solo, " Consider the Lilies " (Glover).
Bro. George Garry sounded the trumpet calls, and immediately preceding the closing in the Second Degree,
Bro. W. H. Warren gave " Lord God of Abraham " (" Elijah"). A violin solo by Bro. C. S. Thomas was
followed by the investiture of the Wardens, Bros. J. A. Heginbotham and H. Bailie. The other Brethren
invested were :Chaplain, the Rev. J. Duinbell ; Treasurer, W. D, Lyon, P.M. ; Secretary and Organist, W. H.
Warren ; S.D., A. Dixon ; J.D., R. S. East ; I.G., J. Mackay ; Tyler, H. Erith ; Stewards, Bros. J. Young and
C. S. Thomas. At the close of the installation ceremony the Brethren presented the retiring Master, Bro. H. J.
Freeman, with a Past Master's jewel, as a slight token of their esteem.

WATERLOO, 13, WELLINGTON.-INSTALALTION OF BRO. JOHN DAVID GEORGESON.- The installation of the
Worshipful Master of Waterloo Lodge, and the investiture of officers, took place on Monday, December
14th, in the Masonic Hall, Boulcott street, and was largely attended, both by members and visiting Brethren.
After the Lodge was opened the Worshipful Masters of Leinster, 44, St. Andrew, 32, and Pacific, 2, were
received ; and then the Grand Lodge entered, composed of the following Brethren :—P.D.G.M., E. T. Gillon;
G. Supt., H. J. Williams ; A. J. Masters, acting S.G.W. ; John Young, J.G.D., acting J.G.W. ; Rev. Dean,
acting G.C. ; Bros. Coveney and Freeman, acting Grand Deacons ; Bro. Hyde, acting Grand Pursuivant ;
Bros. George Fisher, M.H.R., and Dawes, Grand Stewards. Then came the installation ceremonial by the
Installing Masters, E. T. Gillon, H. J. Williams, J. Godber, and A. J. Masters. The Directors of Ceremonies
were Bros. A. Lindsay and J. Jack. After the W.M. had been duly installed, the following Brethren were
invested :—I.P.M., J. Godber ; S.W., Geo. Wilson ; J.W., G. Macmorran ; Treasurer, Jno. Jack ; Secretary,
D. Greig, P.M. ; Chaplain, Rev. Wm. Shirer ; S.D., J. U. Turnbull ; J.D., Morris ; Organist, W. H. Warren ;
S. Steward, A. J. Masters, P.M. ; J. Steward, F. Ansdell ; I.G., Geo. Wright. The D.M., Bro. H. J. H. Elliott,
P.M., and the Tyler, Bro. Connell, were absent, and will, therefore be invested next meeting. There was a
strong orchestra, while the solos "Lord God of Abraham " and " Consider the Lilies " were effectively sung
by Bros. Warren and Geo. Wilson. At the banquet which followed the ceremony, the new W.M. presided,
supported by the G. Supt., Bro. Williams on the right, and by I.P.M., Bro. Godber on the left ; the usual loyal
Masonic toasts were duly honoured, and the interest in the proceedings was greatly enhanced by the cornet
playing of Bro. George Garry.

ST. ANDREW, 32, WELLINGTON.-INSTALLATION OF BRO. GEO. FRANCE, AND PRESENTATION OF A PAST
MASTER’S JEWEL TO BRO. JOHN DANKS.-The installation of W.M. and investiture of officers took place on
Friday, the 18th December, in the Masonic Hall, Boulcott street, in the presence of a large gathering. Grand
Lodge was represented by Bros. H. J. Williams, G. Superintendent ; E. T. Gillon, P.D.G.M.; A. Lindsay,
Acting S.G.W. ; H. J. Freeman, Acting J.G.W. ; J. Bulford, Acting S.G.D. ; T. P. Coveney, Acting J.G.D. ; T.
McKenzie, and A. I. Masters, Acting G.D. of C.'s ; J. Hyde, Acting G. Pursuivant ; and Bro. A. J. P. Connell,
Acting G. Swordbearer. The G.L. of Victoria was represented by Bro. Meadow-croft, Past Grand Warden,
The Installing Officers were P.M.'s Bros. Gillon, Williams, Goldfinch, and Masters. The Brethren invested
were :—S.W., T. Jaffray ; J.W., R. Fletcher ; Treasurer, W. H. Warren ; Secretary, J. Danks, P.M.; S.D., S.
Townsend ; J.D., 0. Neilson ; Organist, W. H. Warren ; Stewards, Bros. Powley and C. Lamberg; I.G., Bro.
J. Buchanan; Tyler, Bro. H. Erith. The ceremony throughout was perfect. Material assistance was rendered
by a small but efficient orchestra—Bros. W. H. Warren at the organ ; Geo. Garry, piano and cornet ; Geo.
Norberg, violin. Bro. Warren contributed the solo, " Lord God of Abraham " (" Elijah "), and Bro. Garry
acted as trumpeter. At the close of the ceremony the Grand Superintendent, on behalf of Lodge St. Andrew,
presented the retiring W.M., Bro. John Danks, with a handsome P.M. jewel, as a token of the Brethren's
appreciation of his services. The gift was suitably acknowledged, and adjournment was then made to the
banquet-room, where the usual loyal and Masonic toasts were duly honoured, and an enjoyable hour passed.

NGAMOTU, NO. 48, NEW PLYMOUTH.-INSTALLATION OF BRO JOSEPH LITTLE. This Lodge held its annual
meeting on Friday, November 20th, in the Foresters' Hall, New Plymouth, when there was a capital muster of

the fraternity, the visitors including several former members of the Lodge, and Brethren from Southern Star,
735, E.C.; Faithful Brethren, 77, Canada ; Canterbury Kilwinning, 23, Lyttelton ; Ponsonby, 54, Auckland ;
De Burgh Adams, 446, LC.; Tauranga, I.C. ; Brant, 46, Canada ; also the W.M., Bro. Caplen, of Hawera, 34.
The Lodge having been duly opened, and routine business disposed of, the retiring Worshipful Master, Bro.
F. P. Corkill, briefly reviewed the work of the year, and congratulated the Brethren upon the substantial
progress made during his term of office. He then vacated the chair in favour of W. Bro. G. F. Robinson,
Senior Grand Deacon, who proceeded, with the assistance of Past Masters T. A. Murphy and D. McAllum, to
install Bro. Joseph Little as Worshipful Master, the Board of I.M.'s being regularly opened, worked, and
closed. The W.M. then invested his officers, viz. :—Bros. F. P. Corkiil, I.P.M. ; W. H. Clark, S.W. ; C. W.
Hendry, J.W. ; T. A. Murphy, P.M., Treasurer ; D. McAllum, P.M., Secretary ; F. W. Atkinson, S D. ; J.
Hislop, J.D. ; G. F. Robinson, P.M., D. of C. ; H. Kitchingman, P.M., Organist ; T. Furlong, I.G. ; W. H.
Webb, P.M., Tyler. It was resolved to procure and present to Bro. McAllum a Past Master's jewel, as a slight
recognition of his services as Secretary. An appeal from an E.C. Lodge was returned to the senders with an
intimation that it could only be received through the Grand Secretary of our own Constitution. During the
past year, although cut off from fellowship by English, Irish, and Scotch Lodges, we have been regularly
favoured with invitations to subscribe to the charitable appeals promoted by them, and have invariably and
gladly responded as our means have permitted ; but, while still willing to help such praiseworthy efforts, we
feel that the time has arrived for directing the attention of Brethren who regard us as rebellious and irregular
Masons to their inconsistency in according us recognition when it happens to suit them. In this action we are
following the example of our Hawera Brethren. The labours of the evening having been completed, the
Lodge was closed at ten o'clock, and an adjournment was made to the White Hart Hotel, where about 30
Brethren sat down to an excellent supper provided by Bro. Jacob. The toast list elicited some good speaking,
not of the usual after-dinner type, but containing sentiments and observations of interest and profit. The
W.M., Bro. Little, impressed upon the members of the Lodge the need for their hearty co-operation and
regular attendance to enable him and his officers to carry on the work with success. W.M. Bro. Caplen urged
the desirability of Masonic instruction for the benefit of young Brethren, and suggested that Grand Lodge
should be moved to appoint a Lecture Master to work through the colony. The toast of " The Sister
Constitutions " was responded to by Bro. Hughes, I.C., and Findlay, Canada, the latter giving an interesting
account of the history of Masonry in the Dominion. W. Bro. Robinson, J.G. Deacon, dwelt upon the higher
significance of our ceremonies and emblematic teaching. The sentiment " Sister Lodges and Visiting
Brethren " was acknowledged by W.M. Bro. Caplen, of Hawera, Bro. Hughes, of the De Burgh-Adams
Lodge, Bro. Paul, of the old Southern- Kilwinning, and Bro. Muirhead, of Ontario, the latter complimenting
Lodge Ngamotu on its working, and supplementing Bro. Findlay's remarks on Canadian Masonry. The
Tyler's appeal resulted in an appreciable addition to the Benevolent Fund. During the evening songs, &c.
were contributed by a number of Brethren, and, after a most enjoyable gathering, " Auld Lang Syne " was
sung at 1 a.m. It is expected that a strong contingent of Ngamotu Brethren will go to Hawera next month,
when Bro. R. H. Nolan is to be installed as W.M.

RAWHITE, 66, DANEVIRKE, HAWKES BAY.-INSTALLATION OF BRO. F. J. POPPLEWELL.-On Wednesday, the
16th December, Wor. Bro. J. E. Provis (Representative of the Grand Lodge of Kansas), officiated as
Installing Master, and after placing Bro. F. J. Popplewell in the chair and investing the Wardens, Bros. E.
Robertshawe and F. C. W. Bierre, he proceeded to invest the following brethren :—C. Baddeley, Treasurer ;
J. H. Clayton, Secretary ; H. Shannon, S.D. ; Thorburn, J.D. ; G. Sykes, I.G. ; and J. C. Dolman, Tyler. The
balance-sheet was of such a satisfactory nature as to draw forth commendatory remarks from the Installing
Master. Votes of thanks were given to Bro. Heard, who acted as organist, and to P.M. Bro. Provis. At the
close of the ceremony, the 25 brethren fully enjoyed the supper prepared by Mrs Illingsworth, and after a
couple of hours of pleasant social intercourse, the proceedings finished with the Tyler's toast at midnight.

TONGARIRO, 705, B.C., WANGANUI-INSTALLATION OF BRO. GIFFORD MARSHALL.- The 10th December was
the date upon which the installation of Bro. Marshall into the chair of Tongariro, for the second time, took
place. The proceedings were very much enhanced by the presence of the Deputy D.G.M., Bro. Sir E. O.
Gibbes, Bart. A very large number of Brethren were present. A most efficient choir sang the various Masonic
chorals, accompanied on the organ by Bro. W. Aitken ; Bro. Brooks from Wellington acting as pianist. One
feature of the installation ceremony was exceedingly instructive, viz., the investiture of District Grand Lodge
officers by Bro. E. O. Gibbes, for which purpose the D.G. Lodge held their quarterly communication during
the evening's ceremony. Bro. Whitworth Russell was invested as D.S. Grand Warden, Bro. Keeling as D.
Junior Grand Warden, Bro. Bellringer as D.S. Grand Deacon, Bro. H. B. Williamson as D.G. Sword Bearer,

Bro. Brook as D.G. Organist, and Bro. Bent as D.G. Steward. After the investiture of the D.G. officers, the
installation ceremony was proceeded with, the officers invested being the following Brethren :—P.M. Foster,
S.W. ; J.W. Day, J.W. ; Shipwith, Treasurer ; T. D. Cummins, Secretary ; J. C. Greenwood, S.D. ; W.
Aitken, J.D. ; Hicks, I.G, ; R. Brandon, Tyler. The Installing Master, Bro. Sir E. 0. Gibbes, during the
ceremony, alluded in feeling terms to the prolonged illness of Bro. Sir Harry Atkinson, which prevented him
from taking an active part as a ruler of the Craft. We sincerely trust that the G.A.O.T.U. will speedily restore
him to health, so that not only the English Constitution, over which he presides, but the Craft generally, will
again benefit by his guidance and counsel.— Bro. Hescott, in sending us a report of the two installations at
Wanganui (St. Andrew and Tongariro), tells us that the Wanganui Masonic Hall is one of the handsomest of
its kind in the colony. He particularly desires to thank the officers and members of both Lodges for their
kindness and courtesy, and trusts that he will have an opportunity of renewing his acquaintance with the
Brethren and the charming town of Wanganui.

AORANGI, NO. 2300, E.C., WEILLINGTON – INSTALLATION OF BRO. ALEXANDER GRAY, P.M.—The
installation and investiture of officers of Lodge Aorangi, No. 2300, E.C., took place at the Masonic Hall,
Wellington, on Tuesday, 24th November, 1891. Owing to the inclement weather and prevailine. epidemic,
the attendance of Brethren was not as good as one would have desired, but a goodly number of visitors
honoured the Lodge with their presence, viz, Lodge Wellington, No. 1521, E.C., Bro. Larclier and his
officers ; Bro. P.M. Cox, St. John, Featherstone ; Dr. Bey, P.M., Greytown Lodge ; Bro. Bulford, W.M.,
Leinster, N.Z.C. ; Bro, Tanner, Waterloo, N. Z.C. ; Bro. Hescott (representative N.Z. CRAFTSMAN), and
several members from H.M. ships Ringarooma and Tauranga. The ceremony of installation was very
impressively carried out by the D.D.G.M., Bro. S. E. O. Gibbes, Bart., assisted by D.S.G.W., W. Bro.
Brown, D.G. Secretary, Bro. Powles, anti P.M. Bro. Hamerton. The musical portion of the ceremony was
very well rendered by Bro. Norberg, who undertook the duties at a moment's notice. Hearty good wishes for
the prosperity of Bro. Gray and his officers were conveyed by the Brethren present, and apologies of regret
were received from the absenting members and intending visitors. The also conveyed an apology from the
D.G. M., Bro. Sir Harry Atkinson, for his absence, owing to his severe indisposition; which we sincerely
trust will not be of much longer duration, as the Craft throughout New Zealand would be delighted to learn
of this distinguished Brother's convalescence. At the conclusion of the ceremony the Brethren were most
cordially invited to partake of a most recherché cold collation, to which ample justice was done by those
present. The toasts of " Queen and Craft," Three Grand Lodges,"

Newly Installed Master," " The Installing Master," " Health of Lodge Aorangi and Visitors," were duly
drunk, with musical honours, interspersed with songs, rendered by Bros. Munt, Eames, and Hescott. The
Tyler's toast brought a most -pleasant and convivial evening to a close ; the Brethren present all returning to
their respective homes delighted with the hospitality and ban hatuntie of Lodge Aorangi. In conclusion, we
think Lodge Aorangi is to be congratulated upon their selection of Bro. Gray, as judging from the remarks
made by the Wairarapa Brethren, he had already made his mark in that district.

ST. ANDREW KILWINNING, 481, S.C., WANGANUI.-INSTALLATION OF BRO. JOHN STEVENSON, AND
PRESENTATION OF A PAST MASTER’S JEWEL TO BRO. J. SALEK.--The first of December saw a large
attendance of Brethren at the Masonic Hall, Wanganui, to witness the installation of Bro. John Stevenson,
and the investiture of the officers of Lodge St. Andrew Kilwinning. Tongariro, 705, E.G., was officially
.represented by the W.M. (Bro. Newcombe), Wardens, Officers, and Brethren, Representatives of the D. G.
Lodge, E.C., and the P.G. Lodge, S.C., were present. There were also on the dais the following Past Masters
:—Bros. F. M. Spurdle, R. Hughes, J. H. Keesing, C. Carell, James Cattell, Blennerhassett, G. Marshall, W.
H. G. Foster, W. Buttle, J. Sewell, W. Russell, and M. Cottle. Bro. J. L. Stevenson, Provincial Junior Grand
Warden, conducted the ceremony of installation accoriting to ancient custom, being ably assisted by Bro.
Salek, as D. of C., who .'delivered the Three Charges. Bro. F. M. Spurdle, A.P.G. Secretary, invested the
'officers ; Bro. Robert Hughes, P.G.D. of C., and Bro. J. H. Keesing presented the "Working Tools ; the Rev.
Bro. Dewsbury and Bro. G. Carson acted as Chaplains. .Full choral services were performed by the choir,
and instrumental selections ..given by the Masonic orchestra, ably conducted by Bro. William Holden, with
Bros. Blackett and Aiken at the organ, which added greatly to the evening's success. The installing Master,
on the members' behalf, presented Bro. J. Salek with a handsome gold jewel, as a mark of appreciation of the
valuable services rendered by him during his Mastership. The jewel bore the inscription : " Presented to Bro.
Salek, I.P.M., from the Officers and Brethren of his Lodge, St. Andrew Kilwinning, No. 481, S.C., as a mark
of respect and esteem." The following - Brethren were invested ;—S.W., David May ; J.W., N. Meuli ;

Treasurer, J. L. Stevenson ; Secretary, John Fairburn ; Chaplain, G. Carson ; S.D., Thomas Dixon ; J.D.,
Newrman ; Organist and Choir Master, Wm. Holden ; I.G., E. Perry ; Tyler, Richard Braddon ; Bros, R. Law
and E. Perrett as D.M. and S.M. The banquet, which followed the closing of the Lodge, was thoroughly
enjoyed, The following were the principal toasts, " Other Constitutions," P.M. Bro. Keesing, responded to by
P.M.'s Bros. Russell (English), Cowie (Irish), and Buttle (New Zeaiand) ; " The R.W.M. and his Officers,"
P.M. Bro. Spurdie ; " The Installing Master, Director of Ceremonies, and Assistants," Bro. Couchman ; " Our
Sister Lodge," R.W.M. Bro. Stevenson, responded to by W.M. Bro. Newcombe ; " Visiting Brethren," Bro
G. Carson, responded to by Bros. Gower (Patea) and ,Carsten. A special -toast was given in honour of Bro.
Couchman, for his assiduity in his duties as Secretary. The social gathering concluded with the " Tyler's
Toast," shortly after midnight. A most pleasing part of the installation ceremony was the passing of " the
loving cup " round the Lodge, while the choir gave musical selections from the Messiah. More than ordinary
interest was attached to St. Andrew's installation, owing to the fact that it would probably be the last
ceremony of the kind under the Scotch Constitution. It was intimated at the ceremony and at the banquet that
the Lodge intended joining the Grand Lodge of New Zealand about next April.

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PROVINCE OF CANTERBURY.

ROBERT BURNS, No. 604, S.C., CHRISTCHURCH —INSTALLATION OF BRO. J. E.. HARTLE.—On the
17th December the annual meeting took place in the St. Augustine Hall, Christchurch. There was a large
attendance. The ceremony was performed by the D.G.M., Bro. C. Louisson, assisted by his officers. The
D.G.M., E.C. Bro.. P. Cunningham, and his officers were also in attendance. The following Brethren were
invested :—R.W.M., J. E. Hartle ' • I.P.M., E. H. Cooper ; D.M., H. A. Bruce ; S.M., H. T. Gourlay, P.M. ;
W.S.W., H. Jack ;' S. G. Male ; Treasurer,. R. M. Fulton ; Secretary, J. Simpson ; Chaplain, Rev.
A.Chodowiski ; S.D., W. A.. Powell ; J.D., A. W. Eslick ; D of C., T. Kincaid ; I.G., E. G. Saunders ;:
Stewards, Bros. W. K. Anderson and Gahagan ; Organist, Bro. Gilbert. The musical arrangements added
greatly to the completeness of the ceremony. After the Lodge was closed, the Brethren adjourned to the
refectory, where a splendid repast was provided by Bro. F. E. Thomas, of the Royal Hotel. The usual loyal
and Masonic toasts were given and responded to. Before the Brethren dispersed Host Thomas was
complimented upon the success of the banquet ; and many expressed their belief that it was the finest display
ever seen in Lodge Robert Burns.

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PROVINCES OF OTAGO AND SOUTHLAND.

NGAPARA, 68 (OTAGO).—INSTALLATION OF BRO. THOMAS MCWHIRTER, P.M., FOR THE SECOND YEAR.—
The second installation took place in the. Masonic Hall, Ngapara, on the 22nd October, in the presence of a
large number of members and visitors. The ceremony was performed by the Grand Superintendent of Otago,
R.W. Bro. A. H. Burton, able assistance being given by Bros. J. Wood, W.M., Otago, 7 ; O. H. Pinel, W.M„
Waitaki, 11 ; R. H. Cathcart, and another Brother representing St. John, Lesmahagow, Scotland, who has
given assistance, financially and otherwise, to Ngapara since its commencement. Selections were given
during the ceremony by Bro. T. Paterson, Organist (the first member proposed in open Lodge). The W.M.
invested Bros. Hy. Webber and Geo. Livingston as his Wardens. The other brethren invested being—
Howden, Treasurer ; J. Peat, Secretary ; S.D. ; Wilson, J.D. ; McAlister, I.G. ; Donegan, Tyler ; Paterson,
Organist ;: Weir and Nimmo, Stewards ; Bros. Taylor and Stringer being elected Auditors.. After the
ceremony the Brethren did justice to the catering of host Bro. Geo. Weir, of the Railway Hotel. The usual
loyal and Masonic toasts were duly honoured ; Bro. John Peat proposed " The Masonic Press." coupled with
the name of Bro. E. G. Lane, Grand Steward.— [The above report was delayed in transmission. —ED. C.]

OAMARU KILWINNING, No. 537, S.C. —INSTALLATION OF BRO. JAMES RICHMOND.— The installation
of the Right Worshipful Master of Lodge Oamaru Kilwinning, No.. 537, S.C., and the investiture of officers,
took place in the Masonic Hall, on Thursday evening, the 17th December. Past Master H. Neill (District
Grand Secretary) and Past Master D. M. McPherson (District Grand Warden) performed the ceremony.
There was a large attendance, and after the installation of the R.W. Master, the following Brethren were duly
invested in their respective offices, as under :--J. Taylor, I.P.M. ; W. Waddell, S.M. ; J. Ogilvie, S.W. ; D.
Ferguson,. J.W. ; J.M. Brown, P.M., Secretary ; Thomas Kennedy, Treasurer ; Gordon McAdam, S.D. ; W. J.
Hill, J.D. ; R. H. McPherson, I.G. ; Rowland and Smart, Stewards ; N. Meldrum, Organist ; W. Ferguson,
Tyler. Several officers were absent through illness and other causes. At the conclusion of the ceremony a.
banquet took place at the Star and Garter Hotel, where Bro. Richmond's friends. from many Lodges rallied

round him in a most hearty and enthusiastic manner.. The usual loyal and patriotic toasts having been duly
honoured, the toast of the evening, the health of the newly-installed Master, was drunk in due form. "
Success to Lodge Oamaru Kilwinning," " The Officers of the Lodge," and other appropriate toasts made time
fly quickly, and a most happy and enjoyable evening. was terminated by the singing of " Auld Lang Syne "
among the " sma' oors."

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PROVINCES OF NELSON, MARLBOROUGH, AND WESTLAND.

SOUTHERN STAR, NO. 735, B.C., NELSON.—INSTALLATION OF BRO. JAMES MCEACHEN.—In lieu of
the true anniversary—St. John the Evangelist's, the 27th —this year falling on Sunday, the thirty-seventh
anniversary was held on Monday, December 28th, 1891. The Lodge was well represented, as was also the
sister Lodge, Victory, No. 40, N.Z.C. The retiring Master, Bro. Henry Baigent, acted as Installing Officer,
together with the W.M. of the Victory and Past Officers of both Lodges, who gave him able assistance. The
whole ceremony was conducted chorally by a good choir of Brethren, under the leadership of Bro. Morrish,
organist of Christ Church (cathedral in this city) assisted by Bro. House on the French horn. The following
were the officers installed and invested for the year 1892 :—W. Master, Bro. Jas. McEachen ; I.P.M., Bro.
Henry Baigent ; S.W., Bro. B. S. Chisholm ; J.W., Bro. E. Beacham ; Treasurer, Bro. S. Bolton, P.M. ;
Secretary, Bro. Thos. Scott, P.M. ; Chaplain, Bro. Rev. W. A. Evans, M.A. ; organist, Bro. Geo. Teak ; S.D.,
Bro. A. N. Batchelor ; J.D., Bro. W. Fleming ; Tyler, Bro. C. J. Bartlett. At the close of the ceremony the
Brethren sat down to an excellent supper, provided by Bro. Bartlett in his usual able manner, after which the
customary loyal and Masonic toasts were given and responded to. A feature worthy of note in the above list
of officers is that out of the eleven chosen and invested seven of them are all new men—young blood— to
wit : the W.M., two years a M.M., and J.W. last year ; the S.W., two years a M.M., last year S.D.; the J.W.,
one year ; the Chaplain, six months ; the Organist, two years ; the S.D., nine months ; the J.D., three months.
The remaining officers are among the oldest, if not the very oldest, save one or two of the Southern Star
members. It remains to be seen whether this arrangement will carry out the spirit of the idea—that of the
"infusion of new blood." We feel satisfied that the right men are appointed, because they are full of zeal to
learn and labour for the good of our noble Order.
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MISCELLANEOUS.
THE LATE BRO. ALBERT PIKE ON THE G. O. OF FRANCE.

IT (the G.O. of France) seems, indeed, to have been for years actuated by a steady and deliberate purpose to
show by its action its contempt of the Grand Lodges of the United States.. . Its next step and grosser in- ault
to the Grand Lodges of the United States was its recognition of the Negro Grand Lodges of Ohio and
Missouri, with which it entered into relations of amity, and received the Bro. Caubet as the representative of
such near itself, as he yet is. Next it declared, by an article of its constitution, still in force, that if in any
country the Masonic power thereof should refuse to have relations of amity of itself, it would, when it might
see fit, establish Masonic bodies. It has utterly abolished the use of the old reverent formula of
Freemasonry—to the glory of the Grand Architect of the Universe—substituting no form of
acknowledgement of the existence of a Deity in its stead. Also it has expunged the word Dieu from its
rituals, and all mention of and allusion to a Deity ; invites Atheists to become, as many have become,
members of its Lodges and higher bodies ; has permitted one of its Lodges to adopt for its name La
Materialisme Scientifigue; and when in one of its Lodges an applicant was openly objected to, and rejected
because he believed in the existence of a God, saw nothing in the incident worthy of its notice. In short, it has
removed all the ancient landmarks, and profanes and desecrates the name of Masonry.—(Official Bulletin,
ix., 28).
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LODGE REPORTS.

COROMANDEL NO. 17, AUCKLAND PROVINCE.—In November the Lodge met in their new hall, County
Council Buildings—much better, and less temptation than meeting in hotels. Bro. J. B. Gatland, Grand
Steward, read a paper from the N.Z. Craftsman, which was listened to with much interest. The Senior
Warden gave a Masonic recitation, and Bro. Litten provided a nice little supper to celebrate the change of
meeting place. The Secretary, Bro. Andrew King, Past Grand Steward, sends us a kind invitation to be
present at the opening of the new hall. He says the Brethren will be delighted to see us, and incidentally
mentions that a nice little supper will follow, which a generous Brother will provide. We plead guilty to a

fondness for a nice little supper, but we wont indulge this time. We may, however, put the hospitality of Bro.
King and his Brethren to the test some time in April.

NEW ZEALAND PACIFIC, NO. 2, WELLINGTON.—Our representative was present on November 23rd, and, in
writing to us, he says that Bro. H. B. Bridge was elected Master, and it is predicted that his term of office
will be a most successful one. Bro. W. D. Lyon, P.M., was re-elected Treasurer. An account of Bro. Bridge's
installation will be found elsewhere.

MASTERTON, NO. 19, WELLINGTON PROVINCE.—The hall has recently been most handsomely re-decorated,
particulars of which will be published later on ; but we must congratulate the members upon the very
handsome appearance of their hall, which is not surpassed by any other country Lodge in New Zealand. Bro.
Peter Dickson was the Master-elect, and his installation was to have taken place on the 13th inst., but through
his unfortunate and deeply regretted death by poison, the Lodge will have to proceed to a fresh election.

ST. ANDREW, NO. 32, WELLINGTON.—Bro. Hescott was present at the November meeting. The trustees
appointed to administer the funds raised on behalf of the Bovis family were: Bros. John Danks and W. H.
Warren. The Senior Warden, Bro. George France, was elected Master, and we notice that Bro. Robert
Fletcher, the kind and obliging Secretary, has been advanced a step (it was well deserved), and is now Junior
Warden. An account of the installation of Bro. France will be found elsewhere.

MANAWATU KILWINNING LODGE, NO. 47, PALMERSTON NORTH.—The regular monthly meeting was held
on Wednesday, November 19th. The business of the evening was to initiate -Frederick William Mayo, but
owing to his temporary absence from the district it was postponed until a future occasion. The question of
regalia was brought up, and it was definitely decided to have new regalia at once adopted by the N.Z.
Constitution. An application for relief was read from Tongariro Lodge, E.C., Wanganui. The Lodge declined
to give any donation from its own funds to a Lodge hailing under a non-recognising and formed Con-
stitution. The W.M., Bro. W. Rutherford, suggested that a collection should be taken up in the Lodge-room
amongst the Brethren individually, the result being that the sum of £2 has been forwarded to the Tongariro
Lodge, E.C., Wanganui. Bro. C. Grubb was successfully balloted for as a joining member. This being the
whole of the business, the Lodge was closed in peace, love, and harmony, at 9 p.m.

NGAMOTU, NO. 48, NEW PLYMOUTH.—On the 15th inst. the business, in addition to the lecture on the First
Tracing Board, was a notice of motion by P.M. Bro. McAllum—" That in order to be in Harmony with the
financial periods of Grand Lodge, it is hereby agreed to alter the first clause of Bye-law 19, as follows :The
annual subscription shall be due, and payable in advance in equal portions, on the 1st January and 1st July in
each year. "

ULSTER, NO. 62, PETONE.—The members of this Lodge own a very nice hall, writes our representative
which is free from debt, and the Lodge can be considered to be in a flourishing condition.

OTANGAKI, 70, ASHURST, PROVINCE OF WELLINGTON.--The Acting Secretary, Bro. A. Buehler, very
kindly supplied us with the following information :—They started with seven M.M.'s ; they now number 14
M.M.'s and two E.A.'s, and they have a candidate to initiate, all good and tried men, imbued with Masonic
principles. They had the pluck to build a hall, costing £192, inclusive of furniture, jewels, and clothing, and
their indebtedness is now only £157.. They purpose wiping out this debt altogether, each member taking up a
share to the value of £10, payable in calls of £1 monthly, the first call to be £2. No share will bear interest.
When hall clear, excess of income will be distributed pro rata among the shareholders, reducing the value of
each share, and finally wiping out the shares in about three years.—A good, sensible plan, and should work
very well.

WELLINGTON, No. 1521, E.C.—Our representative, Bro. George Hescott, was present at the regular meeting
of this Lodge on the 20th November. Space will not allow us to give a full report of the meeting, but he
writes that the visit was a pleasant one, and he was received with great kindness and courtesy.

UNANIMITY, NO. 3, LYTTELTON.—The W.M.-designate of this Lodge is the present S.W., Bro. R. M.
Griffiths. Bro. Arnold, P.M., was re-elected Treasurer. The installation will take place on the 28th inst.

SOUTHERN CROSS, NO. 6, KAIAPOI, CANTERBURY. — MASONIC SERVICE.— On Sunday, November 15th,
the W.M., Very Worshipful Brother the Rev. J. Murray, Grand Chaplain, held a Masonic service in the
Masonic Hall, which was attended by a large and interested congregation. The Grand Secretary, Very
Worshipful Brother the Rev. W. Ronaldson, assisted, and a large number of Past Masters and Brethren
attended in regalia. Bro. Murray gave an eloquent and stirring address on the text, " Now abideth faith, hope,
charity, these three ; but the greatest is charity."-1 Cor., xiii., 18. At the close of the address Bro. Ronaldson
intimated tkat a collection would be made for local charity ; this resulted in the substantial sum of £7 2s 6d
being collected. We regret that space will not allow us to give an epitome of Bro. Murray's remarks. We
heartily commend the practice of holding Divine service, once a year at least, to the attention of the officers
of Lodges. It gives to the outside world a better idea of what the fraternity really is, besides showing a
reverent spirit towards the G.A. of the Universe.

MALVERN, NO. 35, SPRINGFIELD, CANTERBURY, intends doing away with the joining fee, simply charging
the affiliate the actual cost of registration in the books of Grand Lodge.

OTAGO, NO. 7, DUNEDIN, AND HIRAM, NO. 46, SOUTH DUNEDIN.—Both these Lodges are having papers
read by the members. A step in the right direction.

SOUTHERN CROSS, NO. 9, INVERCARGILL.—On December 4th a great deal of business was done. Four
candidates were raised to the High and Sublime Degree. Bro. Frank Woodward of Lodge Aparima, E.C., was
affiliated, and Mr E. H. Wood was initiated. Bro. Sawyer, Junior Grand Deacon, acted as Master. The
Secretary, Bro. Dalgliesh, having resigned, Bro. Patchett was appointed to the position, pro tem. This Lodge
is in a very flourishing condition ; and Bro. A. G. Drew's Masonic musical services have been successfully
introduced, under the direction of Bro. A. Walker, Organist. — On January 6th, Bro. Alexander Cross, P.M.,
in the chair, who passed Bro. Carl Gertius Boon to the Second Degree. £1 is was voted to Lodge Tongariro,
705, E.C., Wanganui, towards relieving the widow and orphans of the late Bro. Kitson. The S.W. gave the
lecture on the First Tracing Board. The following Brethren were recommended for nomination as officers of
Grand Lodge :—Ven. Archdeacon Stocker as Grand Chaplain ; C. Sawyer, P.M., as Grand Deacon ; W. G.
Mehaffey, P.M., as Grand Director of Ceremonies ; and William Smith P.M., as Grand Steward.

LODGE HAMILTON MARK MASTERS, OAMARU (under the protection of and attached to No. 11,
N.Z.C.). A respected Brother sends us the compliments of the season, and an invitation to be present at the
installation, which takes place on the 14th inst. " The ceremony," so says our Brother, " will be conducted by
the V.W. and Rev. Bro. Ronaldson, Grand Secretary."

ADVANCE LODGE No. 61, Brunnerton.-VISIT FROM M.W.G.M.—A Lodge of emergency was held on
November 10th to receive a visit from M.W.G.M. of N. Z. There was a large attendance, all the officers of
the Lodge and nearly all the Masons in the district being present. Several P.M.'s of different Constitutions
occupied seats on the dais. The Lodge was tyled at 8 p.m., and shortly after the G.M., who was accompanied
by W. Bro. Bishop, was admitted with due honour. After a few introductory remarks by W.M. Bland, the
G.M. addressed the Lodge, and for upwards of an hour was listened to with great pleasure by the Brethren
present. He gave a very interesting account of the rise, progress, and present satisfactory condition of the
G.L. of N.Z., dealt for a time on its relations with the G.L. of England, and proved to the satisfaction of all
present that the establishment of a G.L. for N. Z. was a necessary and highly beneficial step. Bro. Bishop
also addressed the Lodge, supporting the statements of the G.M., and showing that a large majority of the
working Lodges in New Zealand were under the N.Z.C. The Lodge closed at 10.30, and the Brethren then sat
down to refreshments, and had a very pleasant time of it. The usual toasts were drunk and responded to ; the
toast " The Grand Master" being received with great enthusiasm. In responding, the G.M. complimented the
W.M. and his officers on the way they had struggled against adverse circumstances, and kept the Lodge in
such an efficient condition. The prosperity of a Lodge depended upon its officers, and from what he had seen
of them he felt certain that the Advance Lodge would prosper. As an immediate result of the G.M.'s visit we
have to ballot for four affiliates at our next meeting, and several more will join as soon as they obtain their
clearances from their mother Lodges. It is to be hoped that the G.M. will be as successful in infusing
enthusiasm into the other West Coast Lodges as he has been in ours.

ROBERT BURNS LODGE, N.Z.C., REEFTON.-VISIT OF THE GRAND MASTER.- An emergency meeting was held
in the Lodge-room on Wednesday, November 11th, for the purpose of welcoming Bro. H. Thomson, the

Most Worshipful, the Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of New Zealand, with Bro. R. C. Bishop, who were
passing through the district. The attendance of members would have been larger but for the short notice
given. A number of Brethren of the Pacific Lodge, No. 1453, E.C., helped to make up the deficiency by their
presence ; no less than seven of their Past Masters occupied seats on the platform, thus showing the friendly
feeling between the Lodges here. Bro. P.M. F. H. Budge was appointed Director of Ceremonies. The Lodge
was opened in due form, and the Grand Master was announced and admitted with his Grand Lodge Officers,
the Brethren receiving them with honours. The Grand Master and Bro. Bishop took their seats at the right of
the W.M. Bro. Philpotts, when Bro. P.M. Budge welcomed them on behalf of the Lodge. After a few brief
remarks the Grand Master gave an interesting address on the Grand Lodge movement from its
commencement, showing the difficulties that had to be contended with, his appointment as G.M., the
refusing of recognition by Grand Lodge of England—commenting on clauses 204 and 219 of Book of
Constitutions, and many other subjects of great interest to the Craft. Bro. P.M. Chas. Cohen, on behalf of
members of the Pacific Lodge, No. 1453, E.C., present, accorded him a hearty welcome, and assured him,
that notwithstanding District Lodge opinions, their relations with the Robert Burns Lodge were of the most
cordial nature. The Grand Master thanked the Brethren present for the cordial welcome given him ; he was
told, previous to visiting the West Coast, that he would likely get a rough reception. To his surprise it had
been quite the contrary, as he had been received with the greatest courtesy and good feeling. Bro. Bishop
also addressed the Brethren. An impromptu banquet was held after the close of the Lodge, when a very
enjoyable hour was spent, the Grand Master having a "crack" with, and making the personal acquaintance of
all present.

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SEVERAL Victorian Lodges and Chapters have been rendered penniless for the time being, by the suspension
of some of the financial institutions.

THERE is now a Lodge in Mashonaland, and a newspaper published at one shilling; the contents are
reproduced by the clyclostyle process.
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OUR EXCHANGES.

CONDENSED EDITORIALS.

A Table Lodge IN the olden time this custom was much honoured. It dates back to the origin of the Craft in
Pennsylvania. It is characteristic of Freemasonry, and no Masonic banquet is complete without it. It has A
Table Lodge. its special forms and ceremonies, and can only be opened by the Master and Wardens of a
regular Lodge. Being opened in the Entered Apprentice degree, it remains open in that degree, and any E.A.,
duly vouched for, may be present. The officers take their stations, the Master wields the gavel, and governs
the Brethren in the proper enjoyment of the evening's pleasures.—Keystone.

Masonic Offences THERE is a widespread misapprehension in the Craft as to what constitutes a Masonic
offence. Those, like everything in Masonry, are based on principle, and governed by law—and not profane,
but Masonic Offences.Masonic principle and law. No dispute between Masons concerning a matter of
merely civil law can be rightfully considered or adjudicated on in a Masonic Lodge. For example :—If one
Mason owes another a debt, say in the ordinary course of trade, the mere fact of the non-payment of this debt
will not justify the creditor in bringing charges of un-Masonic conduct against the debtor in his Lodge.
Freemasonry takes no cognizance of money disputes between Masons. The civil courts, and they alone,
determine there, and to them the Brother who believes himself injured must resort. A Lodge is not a justices'
court for the recovery of debts. A criminal offence, no more than a civil offence, is per se a Masonic offence.
In order to render either of these such, another essential and purely Masonic ingredient must enter. No
infraction of a State law, whether it be civil or criminal, becomes thereby a breach of Masonic law, unless
there be also an injury wrought to Freemasonry itself, or to a Freemason as a Freemason. It is not his act
against a Brother civilly, or against him and the State, criminally, that constitutes a Masonic offence, but it is
the dishonour, the disgrace, the defilement brought upon the Craft, which Freemasonry regards—for
example, by his conviction in a criminal court of the land of a heinous offence. This is where his criminality
touches and injures Freemasonry, and because of this, and only because of this, his criminal offence becomes
a Masonic offence.—Keystone.

A Masonic Congress PERFECTION in government is the ambition of all who have a part in guiding the
affairs of governing bodies, and yet none assume the position that they have attained the summit towards
which they strive. Differences of opinion exist in all jurisdictions. There are varying views concerning
Masonic jurisprudence. There are differences in the ritual. The forms of government are diverse.
Conventions and congresses seem to be the peculiar feature of this age. Societies of all kinds—religious,
political, and literary—are organising such gatherings, both in America and in Europe. Why Masons should
not follow their example, is a natural question to ask. If Lodges, either Grand or subordinate, were permitted
under the pretext of making improvements, to make alterations and innovations in the laws and customs of
the Order then its grand and boasted universality would disappear, and a different kind. of Masonry would be
met with in every country, state, and province. The legacy our fathers have bequeathed to us we must
preserve pure and entire. Nothing must be added to it, nothing must be taken away from it. All talk of
relegating some of the antient landmarks to the antients, and of retaining only such as are suited to the times,
must of all things be avoided, for it is not in harmony with the spirit which should there prevail. If those who
sometimes discourse in this strain were to study Masonry more thoroughly they would soon see how false
and how untenable is the position they take. The landmarks and principles of our Order are among the things
that do not wax old or decay. Like the sun in the heavens, theirs is the gift of eternal youth. They are as new
and as living to-day, as dear and as precious to the human heart, as ever they were in those far-off days when
the patriarchs of our race raised their first altar to their God, and learned those great lessons of reverence for
the Creator and love for His creatures, which have been the food and the solace of the soul through so many
successive generations.—The Rough Ashler.

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A Fraternal Congress THE Grand Lodge of Kentucky has taken the initiatory steps toward holding a "
Fraternal Congress " in Chicago during the World's Fair. The Advocate does not favour the idea, and says
that the little interest manifested in the former meeting got up in the same way, several years ago, indicates
that Grand Lodges generally are content with the present existing condition of Masonry. In each Grand
jurisdiction which is content to stand in the old ways ; where the original plan of Masonry is deemed to be
the best, and there is a disposition to let well enough alone, there is peace and good-fellowship among the
Brethren. While such conditions exist there is no occasion for change, and rare change for improvement. —
Advocate.

The P.M. vote in Grand Lodge FOR years a feeling has been growing slowly, but surely, that Grand Lodge
is becoming too unwieldy, and that the Past Masters' vote is altogether out of proportion to the influence and
interest exhibited by them in the general affairs of the Craft. It is also held that the W.M.'s—the direct
representatives of the Craft —do not receive that respect and attention in Masonic matters that the really
representative members of Grand Lodge should receive, their vote being nullified by the overwhelming
attendance of Past Masters, who are said to exert a conservative influence upon all legislation. The W.M.'s
are supposed to be in touch with current thought in our Lodges, and reflect the opinions of the rank and file
upon all the live subjects that come before Grand Lodge. Indeed, in many Lodges the representatives are
instructed how to vote on certain subjects before being selected, and as the majority of Lodges send their
W.M.'s to Grand Lodge, it is fair to assume that they are all representative men, whose opinions are in
harmony with the great majority of the Craft. But when they come to the annual gathering they find
themselves and their ideas swamped and out-voted by the P.M.'s Now, these P.M.'s are responsible only to
themselves, and do not represent the Lodges from which they hail, their only qualification being past rank.
Thinking Brethren realise the peculiar effect which this state of affairs produces upon the legislation of
Grand Lodge, and feel that the best interests and future prosperity of the Craft depend upon a radical change
being made in the matter of representation. Some scheme will have to be devised in the near future to give
the vote of the W.M.'s more force and weight in legislation than it at present receives, and it is a question
requiring serious consideration if the P.M.'s should not be disqualified from voting in Grand Lodge. Every
year adds to the number of P.M.'s, and with our present membership it is painfully evident that a limit will
ere long have to be reached.—Toronto Freemason.

The Royal Arch in N.S.W. STEPS are being taken to arrange for a conference, and, if possible, adopt a "
Basis of Union," between the twenty-two Chapters working—one Irish, ten Scotch, eleven New South
Wales. The main cause of disunion is the Mark Master's degree. The Irish and Scotch Chapters make the
conferring of this degree compulsory ere a candidate can receive the Royal Arch degree. The New South
Wales Chapters—which, with we think two exceptions, were old English Chapters—do not make the Mark
degree compulsory, and in fact do not deal with that degree in any way, but confer the R.A. degree direct.

This difference is an important one, and can only be settled by a compromise. Another, and a graver
difference, is that what is called the Grand Mark Lodge of New South Wales claims recognition as the sole
source of power in connection with the Mark Master's degree. The Irish and Scotch Chapters decline to
recognise the jurisdiction of what they deem an irregular body, as this Grand Mark Lodge was established
without their knowledge or concurrence, and as the Irish and Scotch R.A. Constitutions recognise and
authorise the conferring of the Mark degree under the Chapter warrant, these Chapters repudiate any
interference with their rights and privileges. On this difference there must also be a compromise, or the
proposed conference will fail in its object. As the Mark degree is, in comparison with the symbolic degrees
of Masonry, a thing of yesterday, it having in England only a distinct recognised existence since 1857, and
none at all in Ireland or Scotland, in the latter jurisdictions it being treated as an adjunct or preliminary to the
Royal Arch degree, the objections of the Irish and Scotch Chapters can be readily understood. As far back as
1829 the Mark degree was conferred in Leinster Marine Lodge—then No. 266, I.C., and now No. 2 on the
registry of the United Grand Lodge—and since 1843 it has been conferred in Leinster Marine Royal Arch
Chapter, hence the objection of this old Chapter to give up its old working will be largely sympathised with,
especially when it is remembered that in every Masonic territory in the world, except England and a few
small off-shoots of its jurisdiction, the Mark degree is given under the authority of a R.A. Chapter warrant.—
Freemason, Sydney.

Grand Lodge of South Africa IN a series of articles in the South African Freemason on—" The Grand
Lodge Question," " The Conditions of Grand Lodge Formation," " How a Grand Lodge is Formed," " What a
Grand Lodge Must Not Be," and " What a Grand Lodge Should Be," the writer comes to the conclusion that
the difficulties in the way of a Grand Lodge of South Africa are mainly of a geographical character. To get
over that difficulty he advocates the same system as we have adopted in New Zealand—rotation of meetings
in the principal towns in the colony. He, however, seeks to improve upon our system—by a bold departure
from British precedent altogether, and having an Annual Communication, after the American plan. He
admits that even a peripatetic annual meeting would not secure a fair representation without a still further
departure from traditional usage. Instead of giving all Masters, Past Masters, and Wardens seats, the number
is to be kept down by dividing the whole of the jurisdiction into a convenient number of Provincial Grand
Lodges. Delegates from these bodies and a certain number of elected delegates—or, as he thinks preferable,
by giving certain Provincial officers the right to sit in Grand Lodge—would compose the Supreme Body.
Giving seven representatives to each of six Provinces, the total number of forty-two would in his opinion be
a compact body, quite large enough to do business, and furnish a supply of Grand officers. It might probably
be found necessary to confer permanent membership upon Past Grand officers. The article, " What a Grand
Lodge Should Be," concludes with an opinion that there is no absolute necessity for the Grand Master and
Grand Secretary to live in the one place ; this is qualified by, " At least, such is not found to be the case in the
States."
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THE UNITED GRAND LODGE OF NEW SOUTH WALES
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Sydney, January 6th, 1891.
T. G. DE RENZY, Esq.,
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Zealand, you and that Sovereign Body can at all times command my services.
Wishing you and the Grand Lodge every success, I am yours fraternally,

ARTHUR H. BRAY, Grand Secretary..
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DISTRICT GRAND LODGE, CANTERBURY, NEW ZEALAND.
Office of District Grand Secretary,

Christchurch, January 2nd, 1892.
THE EDITOR MASONIC GUIDE.
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We have received from the publisher of the NEW ZEALAND CRAFTSMAN a copy of THE MASONIC GUIDE OF
NEW ZEALAND for 1892, compiled by the Editor of the CRAFTSMAN, and published by Messrs J, Wilkie and
Co., of Dunedin. It is a handy little pocket volume of 48 pages, and contains excellent likenesses of the
principal office-bearers of the Grand Lodge of New Zealand. . . . These are full-page likenesses taken from
photographs. It also contains a list of Grand Lodges in fraternal correspondence with the Grand Lodge of
New Zealand, a list of Grand Lodge Officers, and a list of Lodges working under the New Zealand
Constitution, with their officers, &c., also a list of those working under the other Constitutions in the several
Provincial districts. The information seems to have been compiled with great accuracy, and is brought up to
date, and the little volume cannot fail to prove interesting and useful to the members. of the Craft throughout
New Zealand.—The New Zealand Herald, Auckland, Jan. 7, 1892.

We have received from the publishers, Messrs J. Wilkie and Co., Dunedin,. a copy of a new publication, THE
MASONIC GUIDE OF NEW ZEALAND, for 1892. This handy little book of reference should be warmly
welcomed by all members of the Craft, since its compiler, the Editor of the NEW ZEALAND CRAFTSMAN, has
been careful to give the necessary details respecting every Lodge, irrespective of Constitution. The method
of arrangement is excellent.—Lyttelton Times, Jan. 1, 1892.

The Editor of the NEW ZEALAND CRAFTSMAN has compiled an interesting publication containing a large
quantity of matter of interest to Masons, and the booklet should meet with general approval at their hands.
Among many pages. containing information useful to all Craftsmen, the Editor furnishes readers with the
Grand Bodies in fraternal correspondence with the Grand Lodge of New Zealand, while 16 excellent photo-
engravings of officers of the Grand Lodge of New Zealand are also given. Lists of Lodges under jurisdiction
of the Grand Lodge of New Zealand, Craft Lodges, Lodges under the jurisdiction of the various Provincial

Grand Lodges, and particulars as to days of meeting, dates of annual installation, &c., are also furnished.
Craftsmen will doubtless duly appreciate the publication, and will accord it the support it undoubtedly
deserves, and readily subscribe to the subsequent issues published.—Taieri Advocate, Jan. 2, 1892.

We have received a copy of " The Masonic Guide of New Zealand for 1892," compiled by the Editor of the
NEW ZEALAND CRAFTSMAN. It gives a list of all the Lodges in the colony, with their office-bearers, by
districts, with the names of the officers of the Grand Lodge of New Zealand, and District Grand Lodge
Officers of the British and Irish Constitutions resident in each. The first 16 pages of the GUIDE contains
photos of that number of Grand Officers of the New Zealand Grand Lodge, commencing with Bro. Henry
Thomson, and including the Grand Superintendent of Southland, Bro. W. H. Hall. As a Masonic Directory,
the little work will be extremely useful to members of the Craft, especially those who, when travelling, like
to know the regular meeting nights of Lodges in the various towns through which they intend passing, or in
which they are making a stay.—Southland Daily News, Dec. 31, 1891.

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Supplement to N.Z. CRAFTSMAN, Jan. 16, 1892.

GRAND LODGES
NEW ZEALAND.

THE ROLL OF THE GRAND LODGE
(Official).

NAME OF LODGE NUMBER LOCALITY

Ara 1 Auckland

N.Z. Pacific 2 Wellington

Unanimity 3 Lyttelton

St. Augustine 4 Christchurch

Scinde 5 Napier

Southern Cross 6 Kaiapoi

Otago 7 Dunedin

St. Andrew 8 Auckland

Southern Cross 9 Invercargill

United Service 10 Auckland

Waitaki 11 Oamaru

Beta-Waikato 12 Hamilton

Waterloo 13 Wellington

Clutha 14 Balclutha

Sir Walter Scott 15 Thames

Caledonian 16 Timaru

Coromandel 17 Coromandel

Patea Kilwinning 18 Patea

Masterton 19 Masterton

Eden . 20 Auckland

Victoria 21 Napier

Progress 22 Southbrilge

Canterbury Kilwinning. 23 Lyttelton

Manukau 24 Onehunga

Bedford 25 Waipukurau

Palmerston 26 Palmerston South

Geraldine 27 Geraldine

Ashley 28 Rangiora

St. George 29 Temuka

Abercorn 30 Waipawa

Rakaia 31 Rakaia

St. Andrew 32 Wellington

Lincoln 33 Lincoln

Hawera 34 Hawera

Malvern 35 Springfield

Hercules 36 Tapanui

St. John 37 Featherston

Rangitikei 38 Bulls

Concord 39 Papanui

Victory 40 Nelson

Feilding 41 Feilding

Wairau 42 Blenheim

Phoenix 43 Akaroa

Leinster 44 Wellington

Albion 45 Devonport

Hiram 46 South Dunedin

Manawatu-Kilwinning 47 Palmerston North

Ngamotu 48 New Plymouth

Harvey 49 Gore

Robert Burns 50 Reefton

Methven 51 Methven

Te Aroha 52 Te Aroha

St. Marks 53 Carterton

Pousonby 54 Auckland

Wairoa 55 Wairoa South

Papakura 56 Papakura

Waikouaiti 57 Waikouaiti

Franklin 58 Pukekohe

Foxton Kilwinning 59 Foxton

Kaikoura 60 Kaikoura

Advance 61 Brunnerton

Ulster .. 62 Petone

Mokoreta 63 Wyndham

Fortitude 64 Bluff

Kumara 65 Kumara

Rawhiti 66 Danevirke

Tararua 67 Pahiatua

Ngapara 68 Ngapara

Hokianga 69 Kohu Kohu

Otangaki 70 Ashurst

Rangatira 71 Hunterville

Otaki .. 72 Otaki
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QUARTERLY COMMUNICATION.
THE Quarterly Communication was held at the Masonic Hall, Oamaru, Otago, on Friday, the 15th January,
1892.

PRESENT.
M.W. Bro. Henry Thomson... Grand Master
R.W. Bro. D. H. Macarthur, M.H.R. Deputy Grand Master
R.W. Bro. A. H. Burton ... ... Grand Supt. of Otago
V.W. Bro. C. A. C. Hardy, P.P.B. of G.P. As Senior Grand Warden
W. Bro. H. Wetherelt ... As Junior Grand Warden
V.W. Bro. Rev. Wm. Ronaldson As Grand Chaplain
V.W. Bro. Albert Kaye Grand Treasurer
V.W. Bro. Rev. Wm. Ronaldson Grand Secretary
W. Bro. McJennett. As Senior Grand Deacon
W. Bro. Thomas McWhirter As Junior Grand Deacon
W. Bro. E. Titchener Grand Supt. of Works
W. Bro. J. A. Kirby, Assis. G. Std. Br. As G. Dir. of Ceremonies
W. Bro. John Wood As Grand Sword Bearer
W. Bro. Robert Hamilton As Grand Pursuivant
W. Bro. E. G. Lane Grand Steward

W. Bro. W. Earnshaw, M.H.R. Grand Steward
W. Bro. Charles Crump, P.G. Std. ... As Grand Steward
W. Bro. C. Briggs ... Grand Tyler

AND
The Masters, Past Masters, and Wardens of many Lodges.

Opening of the Grand Lodge.—The Grand Lodge was opened in ample form at 8 p.m., after solemn prayer
by the Acting Grand Chaplain.

Minutes.—The Minutes of the Quarterly Communication, held in Christchurch on October 13th, 1891, were
read and confirmed.

Death of the Duke of Clarence and Avondale.— The Most Worshipful the Grand Master alluded to the
death of the Duke of Clarence and Avondale, and moved that this Grand Lodge send a cable to H.R.H. the
Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of England, offering the sympathy of the Brethren under this jurisdiction
on the irreparable loss of his son.

The R.W. the Deputy Grand Master Bro. P. H. MacarthUr, M.H.R., seconded the resolution, and it was
carried unanimously. The following is a copy of the message which was forwarded

“Grand Secretary,
" Freemasons' Hall,

" London.
" Deep sympathy from Grand Lodge New Zealand with Grand Master Eng!and in irreparable loss.

" Henry Thomson,
" Grand Master."

Explanation. —The Grand Master alluded to several items in the minutes of the last Communication, which
he thought required a little explanation. One was the resolution passed authorising him to keep the warrants
of those Lodges that had transferred their allegiance to the Grand Lodge of New Zealand. He explained the
position of honorary and life members, and alluded to the practice of Lodges returning members in arrears.
He condemned life membership, and said honorary membership carried with it no privileges, for Grand
Lodge had not legislated for that which it did not recognise. Lodges who kept Brethren on the roll in arrears
with their subscription would have to pay for them. If they considered this oppressive, they had the remedy
in their own hands, but the law had been specially framed so that the Supreme Body should not suffer from
the neglect of its subordinate Lodges to carry out their own by-laws.

The Roll of Lodges.—The roll of Lodges was called. Ten Lodges answered to their names, the Lodge of
Waitaki heading the list with 44 members.

Grand Treasurer's Balance. — The Grand Treasurer announced that the balance to the credit of Grand
Lodge was £302 18s. 7d. He referred to the healthy condition of the finances, and expressed himself as
pleased with the promptitude with which the Lodges were sending in their returns.

Reports.—The Board of Benevolence reported that they had granted £20 since their last report, and that the
sum now standing to the credit of the fund was £250.

The Board of General Purposes promised that the Book of Constitutions would be ready for circulation in a
very short time, and that the Certificates, Warrants, Past Masters' Diplomas, and Patents of Office, all of
which would be upon parchment, were now being made out, and that they would soon be ready for delivery.
The Board recommended that the whole of the Brethren under the jurisdiction be invited to subscribe
towards the purchase of clothing for the Grand Officers.

W. Bro. E. Titchener proposed, and W. Bro. 'Wetherell seconded, the adoption of the recommendation of the
Board re the purchase of Grand Lodge clothing.—After some debate the motion was carried.

Reports of Superintendents.—Only the Superintendent of Wellington sent a report. R.W. Bro. H. J.
Williams reports a roll of 25 Lodges in his Province. He constituted and consecrated three new Lodges since
his last report. He regretted the death of Bro. Peter Dickson by poison. He urged the formation of a Ritual

Committee, and he conveyed the gratifying intelligence of the transferrance of Lodge Heretaunga, No. 1812,
E.C., Hastings, to the Grand Lodge.

The recommendation of the Grand Superintendent of Wellington, urging the formation of a Ritual
Committee, led to an animated debate. The Deputy Grand Master's motion that a committee should be
formed to draft a Ritual for the use and adoption of new Lodges formed under the N.Z. Constitution, was
opposed by an amendment that the consideration of the question rest until the annual meeting in April, the
Board of General Purposes, in the meantime, to discuss the matter and embody the result of their
deliberations in the next report. A division was called for, and the amendment was carried.

Vote of Condolence.—R.W. Bro. Burton, Grand Superintendent of Otago, spoke feelingly on the subject of
the death, by poison, of the Master-designate of Lodge Masterton. On his motion, Grand Lodge passed a vote
of sympathy with the family of Bro. Dickson.

Nominations of Elective Grand Officers.—R.W. Bro. Malcolm Niccol, Grand Superintendent of Auckland,
was nominated for the office of Most Worshipful Grand Master.

NOMINATIONS OF ELECTIVE GRAND OFFICERS

NAMES OF BRETHREN
NOMINATED

TO FILL THE
OFFICE OF

AT PRESENT
HOLDING THE
RANK OF

NO. OF
LODGE.

RESIDING
AT

PROVINCE OF AUCKLAND.

Basley, G. W. Gr. Registrar 1 & 54 Auckland

Kidd, Alfred Pres. B. of G. P. P.G.Pursuivant 1 Do.

Russell, Alexander S. Gr. Treasurer Pt. Dep. G.M. 1 Do.

Anderson, James Bible Bearer 8 Do.

Tewsley, Henry Cromwel G. Dir. of Cer 8 Do.

Walker, Henry, M.D. Gr. Organist Ast.G.Organist 8 Do.

Edgecumbe, George Gr. Pursuivant Pt. Gr. Steward 12 Hamilton

Neil, Rev. Samuel J. Gr. Chaplain 15 Thames

Harrison, John H. Sword Bearer 17 Coromandel

Logan, J. F. Pres. B. of Ben. Gr. Dir. of Cer. 45 Auckland

Cooper, W. N. , Mem. B. of G.P. Pt.S.G.Warden 8 Auckland

Powley, Geo. H. Do. Sen. G. Warden 1 J Auckland

PROVINCE OF WELLINGTON

Hamerton, R. C. For any office 2 & 44 Wellington

Lyon, William Dean Jun. G. Deacon
or for any office

2 Wellington

Richardson, Joseph H. For any office 2 Wellington

Greig, David Sen. G. Deacon
or for any office

13 Do.

Aitken, James For any office 19 Masterton

Paige, Rev. W. E. Do. Pt. G. Chaplain 19 Do.

Wundrum, H. C. A. Do. Gr. Steward 21 Napier

Jolley, P. H. Do. 25 Waipukurau

Pickett, John Do. 30 Waipawa

Caplen, H. Do. 34 Hawera

Porritt, Rev. Thomas Do. Gr. Chaplain 37 Featherston

Toogood, William Gr. Steward 37 „

Bailey, William L. Do. 41 Feilding

Bray, Charles, Sen. Bds.of G.P.& B. 41 „

Kirton, George Ast. G. D. of C. „

Coveney, Thos. P. For any office 44 Wellington

Patterson, James Jun. G. Deacon D.G. D. of C. 44 Do.

Black, Alexander For any office 47 47
53

Pahiatua

Hankins, J. Herbert Do. Ast.G.Registrar Palmerston
NBooth, Alfred Do. Gr. Steward Carterton

PROVINCE OF CANTERBURY

Thompson, John For any office Ast.G.S.Bearer 3 Lyttelton

Anderson, Samuel Do. 16 Timaru

Broadhead, John Do. 16 Do.

Keith, J. S. Do. 16 Do.

Mills, Anthony ' Do. Pt. Gr. Steward 16 Do.

Blackett, Andrew B. Gr. Steward 28 Rangiora

Boyd, Thomas For any office 28 Do.

Anderson, John Wm. Do. 33 Lincoln

Revell, John C. Mem. of Bds. of
G. P. and Ben.

33 Do.

PROVINCE OF OTAGO.

Creagh, Arthur G. For any office 11 Oamaru

Hamilton, Robert Do. 11 Do.

Blathwyght, Rev. Wynter Do. 26 Palmerston
SHopkins, P. M. Do. 26 Do.

Russell, Charles Lord Do. 26 Christchurch

Kirby, Joseph A. Do. As. G. Stan.Br. 46 Dunedin

McWhirter, Thomas Do. 68 Ngapara

PROVINCE OF SOUTHLAND.

Mehaffey, W. G. Ast. G.D. of C. 9 Invercargill

Sawyer, Charles S.orJ.G.Deacon Jun. G. Deacon 9 Do.

Smith, William Gr. Steward 9 Do.

Stocker, Ven. Archdeacon Gr. Chaplain Gr. Chaplain 9 Do.

Bree, Miles Reginald Sen. G. Deacon Gr. Steward 63 Gore

Nichol, S. For any office 64 Bluff

NELSON, BLENHEIM AND
WESTLAND.

Harkness, J. G., M.H.R. For any office 40 Richmond

Allan, Robert Gr. Steward , 40 Nelson

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Closing of Grand Lodge.—Grand Lodge was closed in ample form with solemn prayer, by the Acting
Grand Chaplain, Bro. the Rev. William Ronaldson, at 10.15 p.m.

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JOINED THE FOLD.

HERETAUNGA, No. 1812, EX., Hastings, Hawkes Bay, is the thirty-sixth English Lodge that has transferred
its allegiance to the Grand Lodge of New Zealand. This last a idition to the roll raises the number of Lodges
holding under the Grand Lodge of New Zealand to 73, and leaves the English Constitution with only 39
active Lodges in the colony. Are we progressing ?

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TWENTY Brethren in Monganui, Province of Auckland, have signed the petition for a Lodge under the
N.Z.C.

BRO. F. H. DAVIE was installed W.M. of Lodge St. Augustine, No. 4, on the 12th inst. The Grand Master
performed the ceremony.

AT the close of the Quarterly Communication, the Oamaru Brethren most hospitably entertained the Grand
Master, Grand Officers, and visitors, at a banquet. They surpassed themselves on this occasion.

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NEW SOUTH WALES.

THE regular Quarterly Communication of the Grand Lodge was held in the Masonic Hall, Castlereagh street,
Sydney, on Wednesday, the 9th day of December, 1891.

The Grand Lodge was opened in ample form by the M W. the Pro. Grand Master, Bro. the Hon. Harman J.
Tarrant, M.L.C., M.D., at 7.45 p.m.

In the report of the Grand Inspector of Working we find the following, which we commend to the attention
of our own Masters. A large number of Lodges in New Zealand are sadly deficient in " the musical portions
of our ceremonies," and " stamping the foot ' is not unknown :-

' I regret to notice that in the majority of Lodges the musical portion of our ceremony is almost absolutely
neglected, and thus the impressiveness of our ritual is, to a great extent, diminished. I desire to commend this
matter to the attention of the Worshipful Masters of Lodges, and trust at no distant date to be in a position to
report that each Lodge has its choir to lead the musical portions of our ceremonies. I would also direct the
attention of Masters of Lodges to the very objectionable practice that prevails among some Brethren, of
stamping the foot to attract the W.M.'s attention when he is otherwise engaged. It is the Brethren's duty to
salute the chair, and if the occupant is engaged, to pass on, and not create disorder by stamping."

The Grand Treasurer has a credit balance of £5663 3s. 11d. From June 26th to November 27th the Board of
Benevolence granted £725 in relief.

The Constitution Revision Committee have nearly finished their labours.
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DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA.

THE Annual Communication was held on the 12th November, 1890.

The chairman of the Committee on Foreign Correspondence reported as follows : " We receive regularly the
various officiai organs published monthly by the Australian Grand Lodges, and we notice with great interest
and pleasure that in New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia and Tasmania, the fraternity are united in a
Grand Lodge for each of these colonies. The efforts of the Brethren in New Zealand have not as yet proved
successful in the formation of United Grand Lodge ; hence, in the Grand Lodge of the District of Columbia,
we have not taken into consideration the recognition of the Grand Lodge recently organised there. We hope,
however, that very soon, perhaps at our next communication, we shall find it proper to recognise a lawful
Grand Lodge in that Colony."

The number of Lodges is 22, and the membership 3,832.
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KENTUCKY.

AT the Ninety-second Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Kentucky, holden October 7-9, the
following resolutions were adopted :—

Resolved—" That the Grand Lodge of Kentucky, F. and A. M., is in favour of joining with other Grand
Jurisdictions of the United States and other Nations in holding a Fraternal Congress, in the city of Chicago,
Ill., at sometime during the continuance of the World's Fair."

Resolved-- " That it is the sense of this Grand Lodge that said Fraternal Congress should not be held with a
view to the formation of a General Grand Body, but for the interchange of fraternal sentiments, conserving
the general interests of Masonry throughout the world, and especially looking to a greater uniformity in the
modes of recognition, and the fundamental features which characterise our system the world over."

Thereupon six delegates were appointed. The " Congress " will convene at the Masonic Temple, Chicago, on
the second Monday in August, 1893, at 10 o'clock.

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LIBERIA

(WEST COAST OF AFRICA).

THIS remarkable State, colonised in 1821 by a handful of freed slaves from the United States, recruited ever
since by emigrants of the same class and by the wretched cargoes of captured slave vessels, was
acknowledged in 1847 as an independent republic, governed, and well governed too, on the American model,
by the elsewhere despised Neg o race, with a navy of one vessel (a present from England), a college, with
professorial chairs all filled by Negroes. This successful outcome of a daringly humane experiment, which
has partly civilised countless hordes of natives on its borders, possesses an indepen lent Grand Lodge of its
own, with a seat at Monrovia—the capital. I can well imagine that its Masonic history, properly told, could
prove both interesting and instructive, but, unfortunately, nothing beyond the barest statistics are at my
command. A Grand Lodge was established in 1867, of which the first G.M. was Amos—an ex-Pennsylvania
slave. In 1870 he died, and was followed by Joseph Roberts, an ex-president of the republic. In 1881, it had
six Lodges and 125 members. The rite practised is the pure one of the English Craft.—GOULD.

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RULINGS OF GRAND MASTERS.

CALIFORNIA.-The only Lodge recognised for the transaction of business is a Lodge of Master Masons.
Lodge must be opened by the Master or, in his absence, by one of the Wardens ; these cannot delegate their
powers. Documentary evidence will not admit applicant for admission. Must undergo personal examination,
even though he is recommended by the Grand Master.— Second ballot can be taken on night of annual
election if Brother elected declines the office of Master.

CANADA.-None but a Master or Past Master can confer or take part in conferring the degrees. The Wardens
may give the charges, and lecture in the First and Second Degrees. No man with an artificial leg can be
initiated.— A candidate of a foreign jurisdiction, who is employed in Canada, cannot be initiated in a
Canadian Lodge unless with the consent of the Lodge to which he properly belongs, and the consent of the
Grand Masters of the jurisdictions interested. — A Master has no right to carry away the warrant with the
object of preventing the opening of the Lodge on its regular meeting night. —A Mormon is eligible, if loyal
to the civil Government, aril who does not believe in polygamy. When a Past Master is elected to office, all
that is necessary is to open in the Second Degree, giving him the obligation, proclaiming him severally in the
First, Second, and Third Degrees. — A Brother who is only able to open an I close in the three degrees, and
unable to exemplify one, cannot be installed. — A man without the thumb and first finger of his right hand
cannot be male a Mason. — It is improper for a Masonic certificate to be exhibited in any public office or
place of public resort. —A member of a Lodge cannot be deprived of his privileges without due trial. A
notice of motion to remit a Brother's dues must contain the name of the Brother and the amount of dues to be
remitted. — A. resident of Canada who is rejected and goes temporarily to a foreign jurisdiction, returns and
seeks admission as a visitor, should be refused entrance.—Masons as such cannot join in mixed funerals.
Twelve months' residence is absolutely necessary before a person can join a Lodge. — A Brother who is a
M.M.ot this jurisdiction, affiliates in a foreign jurisdiction, and attains rank as a P.M., cannot be recognised
as a P.M. on the roll of his Lodge in this jurisdiction. — A Tyler who is a member of a Lodge, but not a
serving member, may be called in to vote. — A motion of which notice has been given may be taken up in
the absence of the proposer by another Brother.
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THE name Freemason, says the Freemason's Chronicle, appears for the first time in Statute 25 of Edward I.,
of England, A.D. 1350. The term signified a " Freestone Mason," one who works in free-stone as
distinguished from the rough mason, who merely built walls of rough stones. It was not until the beginning

of the seventeenth century that persons who were not operative masons began to unite with the Freemasons,
and were distinguished from the regular working Masons by the denomination of Accepted. By the year
1702 the speculative Lodges in England began to decay, and beame so degenerate as to be applied to the
purposes of gain and self interest. " Masons made here for 12s.," was then a frequent public announcement in
the riverside streets of London and Liverpool ; but 1717 saw a complete change, when the so-called revival
was effected.

The Fraternal Exchange says that a Brother of a Masonic Lodge in one of Maine's country towns having
died, his Lodge adopted the following :—From the Lodge of — to the Master of the Celestial Lodge above
submissive : Whereas, Thou bast seen fit in the fulfilment of the last rites of Thy great law on earth (as we
suppose) to call forth our Brother— to that Lodge we are taught exists in Thy realm above ; and Whereas, we
regret the absence of him as a Brother and member of our Lodge, and feel to sympathise with his kin red and
friends, we have mingled with our sadness a feeling of joy in believing that he is received by you into that
Lodge above and given a position that he merits ; and Whereas, We hope this will be received in the same
spirit that it is written, that is of submission and prayer, and that we may all at last be worthy of the same
honours that we sincerely ask for our departed brother.

THE Grand Chapter of New York has decided that an English Royal Arch Mason must receive the Degree of
Mark Master, if not a Brother of that Degree, and the Degrees of Past Master and Most Excellent Master here
before he can be admitted as a visitor or member of a Chapter in that jurisdiction. That the intermediate
Degrees may be conferred on one who is already a Royal Arch Mason without the usual petition and ballot,
free of charge, but the petition and ballot are essential to affiliate the same Companion. A knowledge of the
preceding Degrees is necessary for advancement in the Chapters under the jurisdiction of the Grand Chapter
of New York as will appear by the following :—Resolved—" That the High Priests of the several Chapters in
this juris action shall hereafter exact a knowledge of the short lectures, as formulated by the Grand Lecturer
in the Degrees of Mark Master, Past Master, and Most Excellent Master, before a candidate shall be exalted
to the Most Sublime Degree of Royal Arch Mason, and that at least two weeks shall elapse between the
conferring of the Degree of Most Excellent Master and that of the Royal Arch,
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