New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1895-12-08
LODGE NOTES.

THE WORK OF THE WEEK.
rvanhoe lodge conferred the third degree in ex-
ceIent form. W. Master Allan williams presided.
Ancient lodge gave the first degree. W. Master
stephen G. Bede occupied the east, and was as
sisted by WIS Salmon and Huntington
A new right wcrshipfui has come to town. vet
eran worker In Corinthian lodge has been honoren
by an appointment grand representative 10 the
Grand Lodge OF New-Mexico. near that OF New
York Past Master James Smiley. OF C9ri mt
Master Robert Aud at the last communication. lie
Sonor ana the tte Conferred upon him The
Masonic lends OF the r. W. rejoice at his prefer
ment.
New-York lodge No 800. Alexander McC.elland
master neld n very interesting meeting There
wer many distinguished craftsmen among the yis-
LOTS r. VS. Peter K. Gatens, David Kay Iaieh-
tine Schneider and WIS Laird. Allison and others
Corinthian lodge worked the third degree. with
W. Master Aud in the first section. r. w. James
Smiley IN the second part and W. August Ech al
berg. of Scotia lodge. delivering the historcai Zee
was among the visitors.
Pyramid Lodge was we'll attended by many dis
tingu.shed craftsmen at the last communication.
when the third degree conferred by w. Master
Clark in fine form. r. VS. Thomas Moore. trustee;
r. w J. Stewart Wilson, past district deputy OF the
Eighth District; j.. Fred W!llsie James Naming
and Donegan, Wiley and Bennett were among the
number
ST. Cecile Lodge conferred the second degree Tues
day afternoon with its usual matinee accompan!-
ment" The Junior warden Bro. c. +. Low, pre-
sided and worked the degree with the grace OF
veteran. He surrounded by Past Masters
Jacob, Latham. and the historian, Morse. Ihere
were also present w. Foster. OF Neptune WOOD ana
Rowland.
Adephlc Lodge gave the first degree The junior
warden. Bro. w. d. Gage. presided. W. VIM c.
Muschenheim presented the apron and r Ry,, W.
Innett explained the working tools r; w. "hite'
Warker and Allison assisted in the WORK
Lebanon Lodge had the third degree the trestle-
board. The master. William A. hoffman. was as
sisted in the work by f. b. Valentine, who gave the
working TOOLS and George W Anderson. who gave
Maxwell and Alexander McCleland also assisted
Adelphl No. %. met. but had no work. However
very interesting debate upon Masonic jurispru-
dence was held. in which all the past masters took
part.
Kane Lodge conferred the first degree. W. Master
John Morris Ward In the East. r. w. Joseph j.
Little presented the apron and RollIn NJ. Morgan
the working tools The lodge was well attended ana
the master expressed his gracation at this tha INK
ing the brethren for the cordial support given MIN
during his administration.
Acacia Lodge, Gustavus B. Metz master worked
the first degree in excellent form and in the pres
ence Of very large gathering OF members and
visitors who were all well pleased with the cere-
mony.
Evangelist No CO., gave the second degree. with
W Master Rose in the East and r. w. John F.
Baldwin as chaplain.
Do not indulge in a pa sslon for Office but fill those
you accept with your best services. Let It be your
constant desire TO improve your mind In searching
for Masonic truths.
Hope Lodge, No. pa. conferred the first degree
The master. Henry II. Treher, was surrounded by
Past Masters Little, Trohme. Alexander. Campbell
Usher. Morrison and Collins.
John Hancock Lodge had gala night. giving the
third degree and receiving the official visit OF the
district deputy. r. W. Adolph G. Gutgsel, who was
accompanied by a number OF masters and past mas
tiers of the Fourth and other districts. W. Master
Louis Engel received the district deputy with the
grand honors. and in reply the right worshpful said
In part: You arc about closing your Masonic year
sonry and say that you have done your whole duty
to you: lodge and to the eaT Y s are eeet
your officers. BE. very careful who you put at the
helm OF and yGr Support them stand
by them and uphold them for me 5000 Of your lodge
and for the good OF Masonry" The brother was
heartily appauded the conclusion Of his remarks.
LIVINGSTON Lodge wound up Its business OF the
year with the third degree. W. Master Knut pre-
sided in a very graceful manner. assisted by his
good chaplain. ". Brother Purdy McNaughton. ];
S Miller and Schreyer the latter gave the historical
lecture There were as1 smSnf the many visitors rs
Franca. Of the Twanty-nlnth.
Montgomery Lodge gave the first degree In very
impressive manner W. Fred j. Brown. OF Man
haitian. explained the working tools; and ". Brady.
Of Puritan presented the apron All was done In ex-
cellent style
Perfect ASHER at It's last meeting was crowded
with Masonic talent W. Master Lasker. Henry
Unger and other active members Of this lodge were
delighted with the very successful workings OF all
historical lecture Others assisting in the work were
David Kay. Afieck, Mathews Dttenhoeffer and
Peter r. Gatens
The presentation OF anything very new in the dis
cussion Of Masonic topics. which have called out the
best talent OF the fraternity is scarcely to be ex-
very portion OF it has of,entmes been explored
under the sua 1n of en: ad in ths heTs
contemplation OF those beauties Of the legends and
teachings of the order which never fade
Manahatta Lodge. No. 4S9. at Its regular communi-
cation. conferred the third degree. There
very large attendance, and the master. W. Adolph
Muehsam. as well as tho officers, did exceedingly
sisted in the work. social hour was spent by the
brethren after the lodge closed. Manahatta had a
very prosperous year. and the members look for
ward TO a bright and successful future.
solun Lodge worked the first degree. W. Master
Christian Dohm presided. W. William Bunger. OF
tinted Brothers Lodge among the visitors.
Polar Star Lodge conferred the third degree with
W Master Hamilton In the East, and r. ". James
y Glie in the historical lecture The lodge
we'll attended. and much interest was shown. espe
ciay In the last section OF the degree.
Atlantic Lodge gave the third degree in Its own
peculiar quaint. but very impressive manner The
master. w Willever. did exceedingly we'll in the
entire work.
Franklin Lodge finished the years work with the
third degree w. Master Splitter assisted by
past Masters Marks Jacobson. Frey and Gold