The Sun.
London, England, 1824-11-04 00:00:00

AMERICA.

GRAND MASONIC DINNER TO GENERAL LA FAYETTE AT
NEW YORE, 20TII SEIrEMIIER.
[From the New Pork Gazette, 22d September.l
General LA FAYETTE having received an invitation from the
Officers of the Grand Lodge to dine with his Masonic

Brethren in this City, the dinner took place accordingly on
Monday the 20th inst. at Washington Ball. About 550 per.
sons sat down to an elegant repast, prepared by Mr. M'lntyre.
Amongst the guests we noticed M. W. Cadwallader, Dr. Col-
den, P.G.M. of New York, M. W. Jeptha, B. Munn, G.M.
of New Jersey ; M. W. Samuel, F. Bradford, P. G. M. of
Pennsylvania ; Commodore Stewart and Captain Rogers. On
entering the room we found ourselves in the midst of a mag-
nificient temple, at the upper end of which was raised a
vaulted pavilion, the canopy supported by marble columns, the
front arch decorated with laurel and flowers, at the centre of
which was a brilliant illuminated star. In the rear of the pavilion,
and immediately behind the General, was a beautiful transpa.
rency, emblematic of masonry. The floor was here raised about
two feet from the level of the room, on which was placed a
circular table extending from column to column, and garnished
in the most splendid style with temples and candle branches of
great magnitude and exquisite beauty. At this table was seated
the General, and the Right Worshipful Grand Master and
lYardens. Immediately opposite, and at the other end of the
room, was a splendid alcove, having in the centre a fine transpar-
ent painting, representing the Genius of America elevated on a
pedestal, and holding in each hand a wreath. On one side of

the pedestal was a fine and well executed full-length likeness of
Washington, and on the other a similar likeness of La Fayette,
both in Masonic costume, and joining their hands in brotherly
friendship. On the front was inscribed " Virtus el Lux,"—
At the bottom was a plough, sheaf of wheat, &c. The whole
of this troupe was placed within a circular colonnade of thir-
teen columns, and around the columns wese entwined the names
of 7tl distinguished patriots of the Revolution. On the top of
each column was a letter, the combination of which formed the
motto " L Hurlbut Mum." The front of the alcove pre-
'tented two columns supporting an arch, at the centre of which
was a star of variegated lamps. At the piers opposite the
door of entrance was hung full-length likenesses of Washing-
ton and Hamilton, both looking towards the pavilion, painted
in oil, and in elegant carved and gilt frames, ornamented by
appropriate trophies. Over these two pictures was a trans-
parent rainbow. Between the columns of the pavilion and
the alcove were four other columns, supporting hemispheres, and
uniting at the head of the room, where was fixed a large re-
splendant sun, its centre formed of convex looking glass, which
reflected the different objects below in all directions, and pro.
duced a very sublime effect. Eight immense chandeliers of
cut glass were suspended from the ceiling, and a vast number
of lamps and candelabras were distributed throughout the
temple, which sent tbrth an inconceivable blaze of light. Over
the door of the entrance was an extensive bower of evergreens,
suspended to the branches of which was a transparent atmos-
phere, with the words, " La Fayette, the Friend of Freedom and
Benefactor of Mankind." Within this bower were seated the
musicians, entirely hid from the view of the company. Down
the interior of this immense temple, a space of about eighty
feet In length, were placed six tables ; besides the two at
the top and bottom, which were laid out in the most splendid
style, and loaded with all the delicacies and elegancies that
could be procured, and arranged in a manner which reflects credit on Mr. APlntyre, the keeper of the house, who
appears to have exerted himself, particularly on this interesting
occasion, to give entire satisfaction to the Brotherhood. The
decorations, under the general superintendence of the Com-
mittee, were got up by Mr. Andrew ; the transparencies by
Mr. Iteinagle and Mr. Herring; the oil-paintings by Stewart
I and Turnbull ; and the joiner -work by Mr. Newcomb.
' The following are the toasts drunk on this occasion
1. Our ruder—wilich, levelling the distinctions' that divide
Society, unites the virtuous of every Country, Religion and
Sect, in one affectionate and social community.
2. By the Grand Master.—Our illustrious Brother and
Guest, General La Fayette—no less distinguished for his philan-
thropy than for his valour. The General thereupon rose, and
after having expressed his grateful acknowledgments, gave the
following toast in return :
Liberty, Equality, Philanthropy, the true Masonic Creed.—
May we, by the practice of those principles, ever descrye the
esteem of the friends—the animadversion of the enemies of
mankind.

with 3 Twihtiecl;Ciiign" :franc-las: wouldnrY obleacYu irme and its genial rays give
light and warmth to Myriads who yet grope in darkness, uncon.
scions of its power. brightnessi dispel the cloud.
4. The Mystic Temple.—Its walls supported by wisdom,
strength, and beauty, bid defiance to the assaults of envy,
bigotry, and despotism.
-Washington and La Fayette to our
5. All regularly constructed Grand Lodges throughout the
world, directing their energies to the general good. May their
labours be rewarded by the general approbation of the Brethren.
0. The day which united
ancient and honourable Institution.—May the occurrence assist
to rescue the Order from the calumnies of its foes.
7. The Fraternity throughout the World. May virtue
prompt them to the performance of their duty to their God,
their Neighbours, and themselves.
8. Masonry.—May the social and instructive principles
which it inculcates he universally diffused, and the whole ho.
man race be bound in bonds of Brotherly Love-
9. The Patriotic Mason, who faithfully wrought at the great
National Empire that shelters us, and generously fed and cloth-
ed the hungry and naked, who assisted in the labour.
Several other appropriate toasts were volunteered by the Bre-
thren ; we select the following—Francis Huger, whose gallan-
try and generosity were proved in the unsuccessful attempt to
liberate our illustrious guest from the Castle of Olrnutz._
Brother Huger, upon the toast being thank,rose, and with great
modesty disclaimed all title to individual merit in the transac-
tion; assured, he said, from what he had this day witnessed, that
lie was only the representative of the Masonic Brethren.---The
festive scene continued till a late hour.

To the WORTHY and INDEPENDENT ELECTORS of

the BOROUGH of RETFORD.

GENTLEMEN,
Yo UR. highly respected Member, Mr.
EVANS, having announced his determination of re-
'tiring from Parliament, whenever a Dissolution shall take
place, I lose no time in SOLICITING the FAVOUR of
your VOTES and INTEREST at the NEXT GENERAL
ELECTION; and if I should then be the fortunate object of
your choice, it shall be my earnest endeavour to evince my
gratitude, by uniting, with a conscientious discharge of my
public duties, a zealous attention to the Interests of your most
respectable Borough.

I shall avail myself of the earliest opportunity of waiting
upon you in person ; and in the mean time I beg to subscribe
myself, with the greatest respect,

KING WILLIAM 111. LAN iv
chequer, East India

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