Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1858-07-08
For the Yorkville Enquirer.
ST. JOHNS DAY.

Mr.. Editor At the last regular communica-
ton of Philonthropic Lodge, No. 10, 4. f. H., the
Brethren resolved to celebrate the festival of st.
John the Baptist. by a Pic Mic, &c., on the even
ing of the oath of June. Accordingly, the Wor-
shipful Master appointed D. G.. WILLIAMS, r. F.
CLARK and JAMES FINLEY, q Committee of Ar.
rnugements; and DR.. ]. R. BRATToS, L. NJ. GR1sT
and DR.. J. B. ALLISON, q Committee on Toasts.
In accordance with the above, the brethren,
with their lady relatives and friends, and several
invited guests, repaired to the room adjoining the
Hall, which was brilliantly illuminated, and wit
messed the sumptuous repast which was prepared
for them, to be partaken of after the 'fesst of rea-
SOM which was to come of in the Hall. The at
tendance was large.
Rev. 0. A. DARBY opened the ceremonies with
an eloquent and impressive prayer the regular
toasts were read; and several extempore speeches
made after which the company proceeded to the
adjoining room and partook Of the refreshments
provided for the occasion.
After pleasant social converse, the brethren and
invited guests retired ut o seasonable hour, each
one apparently well pleased. Master ROBERTS
Ebony Band having kindly given their services,
added much to the enjoyment Of the evening, and
received the hearty thanks Of oil present. j.
REGULAR TOAsTS:
|. Masong.-"A system Of morality yelled in
O q ~, and illustrated by sy~mbo's-the had
mai,l Of Religion" May we all learn its precepts
and practice them.
2 The Dan ws celebrate, commemorative of our
Ancient Patron. ST. John, the B~aptist-1mhued
with a deep sense of, and forcibly impressed with
the truth of the principles he inculcated, may we
be- simulated hy his example to initiate his many
virtues.
3. The Grand Lodge of the State Of South Car
olina.-An institution founded in the wisdom, sa-
gacity and skill of the greatest intellectual lights
Of our Order. May it continue in the great Oh
iect of its creation-to furnish the subordinate
Lodges with q correct knowledge OF the Ancient
landmarks Of our Order-to guide and instruct
them in their Masonic labor.
4. The Subordinate Lodges Of the State Of South
| Caroliua.-Separated geographically, yet united
in the bands Of the s'mystic tic" may they be ever
active in diffusing light and knowledge among the
uniformed brethren, and Jealous in the general
promotion of the objects of Masonry throughout
the State. .
s. Phaanthropic Lodge, No. f8.-Established
among ourselves for the better promotion and ad.
yancement OF our mental and moral culture and
social happiness. With the view to protect and
preserve the same from vice and corruption, may
its members like faithful s~entinels upon the watch
tower. guard we'll its portals, so that none may
enter therein unworthily.
G. The Nergy-An institution which rank g.
mong its d~evotees, 80 many ministers of the Cos
pei, men of enlightened minds and true piety,
must forever consign to shame and silence, the o.
i~ections and prejudices of the uniformed and un-
initiated, and teach them that the Masonic so
c;ety is grounded upon the immutable principles
of truth. virtue and morality.
7 George Wdshington.-The Jealous brother
and faithful advocate of Mssonry-"the perfect
asher"
..How, shall we rank thee upon glory's page,
Thou. more than soldier, just less than sage;
All thou hnst been reflects less fame on thee,
Far less than all thou hast forborne to he"
8. NOMENCLATURE has already initiated. pas
sed. raised. and exalted her. 'Tisn not her sphere to
descend from her exalted position and mingle with
US in the rough ,cork Of the quarry /; but hers to
weay embroidery for the peils Of the sacred tabena.
cle-hers to stand as a Pillar Of Beauty in the
Temple of domestic and social happiness-to call
US from labor to sweet refreshmsnt to enjoy her
smile. her love and affection.
9. The Wife The foundation Of the domestic
Lodge. the keystone Of the family arch. May
each Brother secure one before be is placed in the
rubbish of the temple.