The Lambertville record. [volume] (Lambertville, N.J.) 1872-1968, 1873-09-03

Der, and consits of a reception, private secre-
tary's and his own room, all Of which are
deliberately lifted up and would charm Solo
mon himself could he but once have an oppor-
tunity Of surveying the architects and ma
sons haraiwork. Among The numerous APP
ar,.nents none attract more attention than
the Egyptian Hall. 1t is a marvel of massive
grandeur and solidity, with twelve elephantine
columns extending around the hail. and are
fac sinilies of those in the principal temples on
the Nile. Each of the walls of the hall is di-
vded by columns which stand clear of it, in
to five sections, all of which are enriched with
panel decorations, consisting of variegated
borders. The Master is well provided for in
this hall, as his throne or chair is of the rich
est. and most imposing description. His
| pedestal, contrary to the conventional Ma
sonic rule, is placed at the right of the throne,
thus giving him an unobstructed view of his
brethren. 1t is fanlsed on either side by two
mysterious looking Sphynxes, who gaze with
a solemn air of authority upon the surround
ings. This hall has seating capacity of $50
persons. Wandering around among the
labyrinthian passages Of this hug pile of NOR
tar a cuiiously carved door, with symbolic
decorations, is met in the northeast corner of
the principal floor. Once thrown open the in
terror of the Norman Hall is visible. This is
a large apartment, richly wainscotted, and is
furnished with quaint and substantial styles
of furniture. 1t is well ventilated, and has
accommodations for over one hundred per-
sons. Not great distance from this is the
Ionic Hail. Its style is pure, graceful and
elegant, but unelaborate. Its natural venS.-
latiou is perfect by its exposure on two sides
by numerous windows to the open air. It's
furniture is composed exclusively of wood,
and the beauty of the room is further entlan-
ccd by twenty odd marble columns, carved
and plain, which extend around its walls. 1t
is seventy-fve feet long by fifty feet wide,
and is thirty feet high. Next in dimensions
and beauty of design is the Banqueting Hall,
on tho north side of the structure. This hall
is 100 feet in length by so feet in breadth, and
will seat comfortably upwards of 500 persons.
1t viii be used during the dedcatory cere-
monies and is now being rapidly overhauled.
The sixteen unique columns that stretch
Though it in pairs give it a grand aspect and
when its heavily carved tables groan beneath
the bouutiful repast that will be spread for
the distinguished guests, and its immense
chandeliers are Illuminated, it will show off to
greater advantage. The cuisine department
Of shis hall is located in the basement beneath,
and for size and appointments will compare
favorably with the largest hotels in the coun-
try.
Next in point of intorestto the BODY Ma
sonic, as well as the stranger, is the Grand
Lodge Hall. Every feature of this large
chamber is of interest, from its massive col
umns down to the heavily tiled floor of mar
bic. Its architectural style throughout is pure
ly Cdrinthian, the distinguishing feature of
which is the deep and polished capital, togeth-
er with a larger cornice than is observed in the
other orders. Its dimensions are in keeping
with the purposes for which it was designed.
It's length being 40 feet, height so feet and
width 81 feet. The ventilation and light are
admirable. The furniture will be rich and
will consist of walnut and cedar chairs, di-
vans, &C., covered with blue velvet. The fa-
cades of the east and west of the chamber are
decorated with ornaments representing YES
sells Of corn, wine ard OIL and over the grand
east, standing out in bold relief, is the inevi-
table square and compass. Over the grand
south and grand west is the sun at high noon
and shedding his parting rays at eventide.
Another and beautiful feature of the Tenn
pie is the Asylum of the Communicates,
which is located at the east end of the princi-
pal floor. 1t is of the Gothic style of archi-
lecture, and is, without q doubt, one of the
handsomest apartments in the Temple. 1t is
reached by two stairways, which lead to a YES
tibulc, where are placed fountains, where
will flow ice water in it's season. The Gothic
Hall, the Red Cross or Council Chamber, The
Central Main Hall, Northwest Hall, Regalia
Room, O.iental Hall and the Grand Lodge
Library, each of which, if mentioned in de-
tail, would fill column of the Herald, are
splendidly arranged apartments, both as re-
CARDS size, fitting up and their styles of arch
itecture. They will soon be thrown open to
the public, and then will remain closed until
the grand event (the dedication day rolls
round. On the evening Of September 25th
there will be Grand Templar tournir in the
Temple, and the Grand Lodge banquet will
come off ON the 26th.
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