Los Angeles daily herald., 1875-06-25


Bicknell of Pentalpha Lodge. The
entire procession was ably managed
by Sam Prayer as Grand Marshal and
j. NJ. Bassett, A. Satter, G. n. Wilson,
j. +. Burns, A. H. Denker, Peter
Thompson and w. Woodwork, AS
sistants. The Marshaps Aids-Con-
stant Meyer, Ben. A. Stanard, T.W.
Temple and NJ Ryan-rendered valua-
BILE assistance 10 Grand Marshal Pra-
ger in keeping the long line in good
order.
THE KNIGHTS TEMPLAR.
The column was headed by an escort
of Knights Templar, under the charge
of Eminent Grand Commander III. S.
Orme, in full dress uniform. The nod
ding plumes and bright swords of the
successors of the ancient crusaders
made pleasant picture and formed a
fitting escort to the Blue Lodges, who
were celebrating the anniversary of
one of the patron saints of the Order.
THE BLUE LODGES.
The members of Los Angeles and
Pentalpha Lodges were soon in march
ing column, the visitors having a
prominent place in the centre. An
examination of the ranks showed us
that many of our prominent citizens
were following the Masonic standard,
and we have no hesitation in saying
that the Masonic procession yesterday
contained as much wealth and worth
as will ever be found at one time in a
civic procession in Los Angeles. The
banker walked side by side with the
mechanic, the merchant was out
ranked frequently by the farmer, the
attorney and the preacher walked
hand in hand, though their occupa-
tions are so different. 1t was a living
illustration that Masons meet on the
level.
THE ORATOR OF THE DAY.
After the head of the column reached
the Plaza halt was ordered and the
Grand Marshal and his aids opened
the ranks and entered the ST.
Charles Hotel to pay their re-
spects to the Orator of the Day, Rev.
1. S. Kalloch. After q cordial inter-
change of compliments, he was escort
ed through the Masonic line to the
barouche in waiting at the Plaza, in
which he, the President of the Day,
s. &. Foy-the Chaplain, A. w. Edel-
man, Past Master Edward Evey and
w. Il. Sayward, of Riverside, We're
seated. Alter music by the two bands
a countermarch was made and the
knights Templar escorted the Lodges
down Main street. The music by
Enterprise band, Izert, leader, and
Peipenburg's band was of the most
pleasing character and gave the crowds
OF spectators musical feast quite unu-
sual.
THE SPECTATORS.
During the long line of march the
streets were filled with spectators, all
evincing much interest in the pro-
ceedings. Some, perhaps, for the first
time saw many prominent citizens
among the honored fraternity. The
silence was only unbroken by the mu-
sic of the bands and the determined
tread OF the three hundred Masons in
line. Better order was never seen,
and it speaks volumes for the city of
Los Angeles, that such procession,
with such an Influx of strangers should
pass off without accident or disturb
ance.
THE NJ. L. CHI HURCH, SOUTH.
On reaching the end Of the march,
the Southern Methodist Church, the
lines were again opened, and the ora
tor and the officers of the day passed
through and occupied seats on the
stage, the knights and brethren fol-
lowing. The church was ready full,
and it was with the greatest difficulty
that places were obtained for the
members, on the floor, and for the
bands in the gallery. The pulpit was
occupied by President, s. G. Foy; the
orator, Rev. L. s. Kalloch; w. 4. Say
ward, of Riverside; Past Master, Evey;
Vice Presidents, j. ID. Bicknell, Geo.
Hinds, Theodore Reiser, G. g. Cum
mings, ID. A. Reed; Chaplain, A. w.
Edelman; Grand Marshal, s. Prayer;
Marshals aids, Ben. A. Stanard; Il. w.
Temple, A. H. Denkel, M. Ryan, c.
Meyer.
THE CHOIR.
The vocal music was the great ac-
cessory of the entertainment. Too
much praise connOt be given to DR..
Mckee, for his indefatigable efforts
to get a first class choir. He succeeded
well, and the ladies and gentlemen
composing the choir will always have
a place in Masonic memory for their
admirable music yesterday. 1t was
composed of Mrs. Genl. Stoneman,
Misses Matte Wheeler, and Jennie
Hill, Profs. Havell and Falkenau,
Signor Maria and Messrs. j. +. Haw-
ley and Mohn.
An anthem from the band opened
the exercises. The following opening
ode was admirably rendered by the
choir
Come brothers of the plumb and square,
Come join in cheerful song;
Let every heart aud voice prepare
The glad notes to prolong.
We've brothers by Il mystic tie,
We re brothers true and iree
Then let Tn song ascend on high
God speed Freemasonry.
Then let the song ascend on high
God speed Freemasonry.
In love we meet, in love we part,
We walk by pummet's line,
While friendship uwelis within each heart
That owns the craft divine.
Mid all the tolls anu cares of earth
We steady keep our way;
With Faith and Hope we wait the birth
fan immortal day.
With Faith and Hope we wait tho birth
or an immortal day
Prayer was then offered in II feeling
manner by Rev. A. w. Edelman, af-
ter which the choir sang, Heavenly
Father, Wilt Thou Lead Us?" in the
following words: