THE UNIVERSITY
OF ILLINOIS
LIBRARY
TO THE CRAFT.
Office of the Grand Secretary, i
- Springfield, February lo, 1876. /
It is due to the Craft that the seemingly unnecessary delay in the publication of
these proceedings be properly explained. No one can possibly regret the tardiness
of their publication more than does the Grand Secretary. Every preparation looking
to the early issue of the proceedings had been carefully made, and it was confidently
expected that they would be ready for distribution by November 15th, at the latest;
and this would have been done except for the illness of the M. W. Grand Master,
which prevented him from furnishing the necessary copy of his address to the Grand
Lodge until the 30th day of December, and for the delay of the " Committee on
Ceremonials" to furnish their report complete, (ordered by Grand Lodge to be pub-
lished with the proceedings) until January 18, 1876. In view of the foregoing facts,
the Craft will readily see that it has been simply impossible for the Grand Secretary
to furnish the printed proceedings at an earlier date.
Fraternally submitted.
JOHN F. BURRILL,
• Grand Secretary.
PROCEEDINGS
M. W. GRAND LODGE
ANCIENT, FREE AND ACCEPTED MASONS,
State of Illinois,
AT ITS THIRTY-SIXTH
GRAND ANNUAL COMMUNICATION,
CHICAGO, OCTOBER 5th, 6lh and 7th, A, L 5875,
GEORGE E. LOUNSBURV, M. W. Grand Master.
JOHN F. BURRILL, R. W. Grand Secretary.
SPRINGFIELD, ILL.:
D. &■ J. U. BROWN, PRINTERS AND BINDERS.
. 1875.
OFFICERS OF THE GRAND LODGE
STATE OF ILLINOIS, 1875-76.
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GEORGE E. LOUNSBURY . . . Grand Afasler .... Cairo.
JOSEPH ROBBINS .~ Deptiiy Grandmaster . Quincy.
WM. J. A. DeLANCEY .... Setiior Grand Warden . Centralia.
HENRY E. HAMILTON .... Junior Grand Warden. Chicago.
HARRISON DILLS Grand Treasurer . . . Quincy.
JOHN F. BURRILL Grand Secretary . . . Springfield.
GEORGE W. MARTIN Grand Chaplain . . . Streator.
GEORGE M. McCONNELL . . . Grand Orator .... Jacksonville.
FRANK HUDSON, Jr Deputy Gra?id Secretary. •^•^xxr^g^^iA.
ALEXANDER H. IRVIN . . . Grand Marshal .... Cairo.
JOHN A. LADD Grand Pursuivant . . Sterling.
ROBERT RICHARDS Grand Standard Bearer. hmhoy.
GEO. W. CYRUS Grand Sword Bearer . Camp Point.
JOHN D. HAMILTON . ... Senior Grand Deacon . Carthage.
RICHARD T. HIGGINS .... Junior Grand Deacon . Vandalia.
GEORGE RAWSON Grand Steward .... Troy.
GEORGE BARRY Grand Steward . . . .Alton.
PAUL ZIEMSEN Grand Steward. . . . Chicago.
JOHN P. NORVELL Grand Steward. . . . Danville.
JOHN P. FERNS Grand Tyler Chicago.
ANNUAL PROCEEDINGS.
The Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Ancient Free
AND Accepted Masons of the State of Illinois, met in
Annual Grand Communication at McCormick's Hall, in the city
of Chicago, on Tuesday, the fifth day of October, A. D. 1S75,
A. L. 5875, at 10 o'clock, a. m.
PRESENT.
GRAND officers.
M. W. George E. Lounsbury Grand Master.
R. W. Joseph Robbins Deputy Grand Master.
R. W. Wm. J. A. DeLancey Senior Grand Warden.
R. W. Henry E. Hamilton Junior Grand Warden.
R. W. A. A. Glenn . . . .' Grand Treasurer, pro tent.
R. W. John F. Burr ill Grand Secretary.
R. W. and Rev. W. H. Scott Grand Chaplain.
W. Frank Hudson, Jr • ■ Deputy Grand Secretary.
W. John A. Ladd Grand Pursuivant, pro tern.
W. William E. Ginther Grand Standard Bearer.
W. William H. Long Grand Sword Bearer.
W. John D. Hamilton Senior Grand Deacon.
W. R. T. HiGGiNS Junior Grand Deacon.
W. Ira J. Bloomfield Grand Steward.
W. Ira a. Church Grand Steward.
W. Isaac E. Hardy Grand Steward.
W. J. B. Trull Grand Steward.
Bro. John P. Ferns Grand Tyler.
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4 , PROCEEDINGS OF TUK [Oct.
The M. W. Grand Master opened the Grand Lodge hi ample
FORM in the third degree.
The blessins: of the Grand Architect of the Universe was in-
voked by tlie Rev. Grand Chaplain.
The M. W. Grand Master announced the appointment of the
following
COMMITTEES.
MASONIC JURISPRUDENCE.
James A. Hawley, Dewitt C. Cregier, Wiley M. Egan, Jerome R. Gorin,
Wm. Lavely.
appeals and grievances.
Hiram W. Hubbard, Miles H. Wilmot, Asa W. Blakesley, Joseph E. Dyas,
Joseph Holland.
CHARTERED LODGES.
David A. Cashman, C. Kirkpatrick, S. C. Smith, David E. Head, J. R.
Jones.
lodges under dispensation.
R. W. Hammond, Louis Zeigler, B. F. Newlan, T. W. Hay, J. C. Willis.
MILEAGE AND PER DIEM.
S. W. Waddle, S. S. Chance, E. C. Selleck.
AUDITORS.
G. W. Barnard, C. B. Garnsey, J. B. Rosecrantz,
correspondence.
Joseph Robbins.
printing.
John F. Burrill, O. H. Miner, J. M. Pearson.
GRAND officers' CERTIFICATES.
D. C. Cregier, Enos Brown, W. M. Egan.
orphans' HOME.
W. H. Scott, Samuel Shannon, D. J. Avery, John Woods, Rowley Page.
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CREDENTIALS.
R. D. Lawrence, Jno. A. Waugh, O. F. Price.
FINANCE.
Jno. C. Bagby, E. S. Mulliner, Chas. Fisher.
petitions.
T. J. Whitehead, S. Stevens, A. B. Davidson.
OBITUARIES.
F. Hudson, J. D. Slanker, S. M. Martin.
GRAND master's ADDRESS.
T. T. Gurney, S. C. Wilson, Chas. Trowbridge.
TO EXAMINE VISITORS.
M. D. Chamberlain, Edward Cook, A. T. Darrah, J. H. Fawcett, Thos.
J. Prickett.
REPORT — Committee on Credentials.
The Committee on Credentials submitted the following report,
which was received and adopted, with leave to correct:
To the M. W. Grand Lodge of A. F. &■ J. M. of the State of Illinois:
Your Committee on Credentials would fraternally report that the several persons
whose names appear in the following pages, are entitled to seats in this Grand
Lodge.
All of which is fraternally submitted.
R. D. LAWRENCE,
JNO. A. WAUGH, \ Committee.
O. F. PRICE.
GRAND OFFICERS.
M. W. George E. Lounsbury Grand Master.
R. W. Joseph Robbins Deputy Grand Master.
R. W. Wm. J. A. DeLancey Senior Grand Warden.
R. W. Henry E. Hamilton Jtinior Grand Warden.
R. W. A. A. Glenn Grand Treasurer, pro te7>i.
R. W. John F. Burrill Grand Secretary.
R. W. and Rev. W. H. Scott Grand Chaplain.
W. Frank Hudson, Jr Deputy Grand Secretary.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE [Oct.
GRAND OFFICERS — Continued.
W. John A. Ladd Grand Pursuivant, pro tem.
W. William E. Ginther Grand Standard Bearer.
W. William H. Long Grand Sword Bearer.
W. John D. Hamilton Settlor Grand Deacon.
W. R. T. HiGGlNS * Junior Grand Deacon.
W. Ira J. Bloomfield Grand Steward.
W. Ira a. Church Grand Steward
W. Isaac E. Hardy Grand Steward.
W. J. B." Trull Grand Stewat-d.
Bro. John P. Ferns Grand Tyler.
DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND MASTERS.
R. W. D. J. Avery Second District.
R. W. John O'Neil Third District.
R. W. Loyal L. Munn Fifth District.
R. W. John D. Crabtree . Seventh District.
R. W. Thomas J. Wade Ninth District.
R. W. H. G. Calhoun Eleventh District.
R. W. W. H. H. Rader Twelfth District.
R. W. J. C. McMurtry Thirteenth District.
R. W. H. C. Clark Sixteenth District.
R. W. R. L. McKinlay Seventeenth District.
R. W. John Bennett Nineteenth District.
R. W. A. A. Glenn Twentieth District.
R. W. E. C. Selleck Twenty-first District.
R. W. H. Palmer Twenty fourth District.
R. W. John M. Pearson Twenty-sixth District.
R. W. D. M. Browning Twenty-eighth District.
R. W. L. D. Bennett Twenty-ninth District.
R. W. P. W. Barclay Thirtieth District.
REPRESENTATIVES OF OTHER GRAND I.ODGES.
M. W. Dewitt C. Creiger Indiana, Mississippi, Connecti-
cut, Michigan, District of
Columbia and Quebec.
R. W. Wiley M. Egan Canada and Ireland.
R. W. Joseph Robbins Iowa.
R. W. W. J. A. DeLancey Georgia.
R. W. John M. Pearson Pennsylvania.
R. W. Orlin H. Miner • • / Florida, Oregon, Ohio, Royal
York and Friendship, Berlin,
Prtissia.
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GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS.
REPRESENTATIVES OF OTHER GRAND LODGES Continued.
M. W. James A. Hawley Alabama and Colorado.
R. W. D. A. Cashman . . .• Maryland.
M. W. William Lavely Minnesota.
R. W. John Bennett Arkansas.
R. W. John F. Burrill Idaho.
R. W. G W. Barnard Wisconsin.-
M. W. Geo. E. Lounsbury Delaware.
R. W. L. L. Munn British Columbia.
R. W. John C. Smith Nevada.
PAST GRAND MASTERS.
M. W. William Lavely,
M. W. Dewitt C. Cregier,
M. W. James A. Hawley.
REPRESENTATIVES OF LODGES.
W. A. Summers W. M.
J. W. Clitton W. M.
A. Wood W. M.
L. F Dvson WW.
J. V. Thomas W. M.
D. D. Carter W. M.
J. R. Neill W. M.
J C. BaRby J. W
R. C. Hattenhauer W . M.
J Snyder J. W.
E. D. Yoiuigblood \V. M.
L P Chase S. W.
C W. Higginbotham* W. M.
A. Eads vv M.
A. Thompson W. M.
W. H. D. Noyes W. M.
H. Garm W. M.
L. U. Starkel S. W.
L. McGowen J. W.
D. O. Sheppard* J. W.
Geo Barry W. M.
M. D. Dowdell* W. M.
A. W. Patton W. M
J H. Dowland . S. W.
John L. Sweet W. M.
E. B. Buck W. M.
J Bawden W. M.
J. A. Boynton W. M.
J. P.Norvell W. M.
G. O. S. Bert .. W. M.
H. T. Clark W. M.
J. Gray W M.
J. 1). Fowle S. W.
W. H. McCabe W. M.
A.A.Glenn* S. W.
A. Monroe W. M.
B. Meals W. M.
J. F. Lyerly J. W.
C A Miller W. M.
F. G. Wei ton W. M.
J. C. Woolford*.. W. M.
J. A. Brown W. M.
C. L Bartlett S. W
D. H Lawless* W. M.
E E Waggoner W. M.
S. W Giinter W. M.
H. Forman* W. M.
Jos J. Topliff* W. M.
H. C. Cleveland W. M.
H. E. Huston W. M.
Walter Pryne W. M.
A. E. Jenner . W. M.
L. C. Rose W. M,
T. N. Thurkill S. W.
E E. Thomas W. M.
J. J. St. Chiir J. W.
D. O Mothrop S. W.
S. E.Foster W. M.
Frank Lmkms W.M.
W. Francis W. M.
C. Bodemer S. W.
H.C.Watson* W.M.
Xhos. Gant S. W.
S. Widdowson W.M.
G. G.Smith W. M.
G. H. WarbertOD J. W.
D. G. Burr W. M.
H. L. Hadlev S. W.
B. B. Hamilton* W. M.
E. H. Winchell W. M.
J. W. Page W.M.
J.T. Carl S. W.
Thos Boyd J. W.
G. W.Staley W. M.
J. R. Ayres S. W.
H. W. Lindley W. M.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE
[Oct.
REPRESENTATIVES — Continued.
89 A. N. Lodge W. M.
90 James Walker W. M.
91 J. L. Elliott W. M.
92 P. WoiTell W. M.
93 E. Gi-eeufield* W. M.
95 J. Oark S W.
96 John W. Hitt W. M.
97 H. C. Hutcbiuson W. M.
98 J. Burky J. VV.
99 J . G Barnsback W . M .
100 J. VV. Green VV. M.
O. P. Randolph S. W.
102 Seeley Perry W. M.
103 O.Dent W. M.
104 N.F.Bruce J. W.
105 C. B. Hubbard W^. M.
106 E.J.Jones W. M.
107 R. N Huskey* W.M.
108 G. I. Fields* W. M.
11)9 J.H.Adams S. W.
110 J. Swaers S. W.
111 J. L. Ury W.M.
112 T.F.Green W.M.
113 J.A.Mertz W.M.
114 H. C. Bisel W. M.
115 J. T. Devo W.M.
116 E. P. Durell . S. W.
117 G. R. Bassett* W. Bl.
118 T.J.Davidson .W M.
119 E. D. Di-sosway* W. M.
122 VV. A. Goo.drich* W. M.
123 Jas. Peterson W.M.
124 J. H. Roseman J. W.
125 G.Lewis* W.M.
126 O. E. Holer W.M.
127 'John Smith W. M.
128 L. R. Strickland J. VV
129 W. L. Kiiicaid W.M.
I3i) S. S. Chance W.M.
131 J. B. Young* W.M.
132 D. BecKley VV. M.
133 B.R.Johnson* M^ M
184 A. S Babcock W.M.
135 G. W.Marshall W.M.
136 W.H.Perrin* ., W M.
137 J. VV Marshall W.M.
138 J. VV. Green W.M
139 Henry B. Pierce W. M.
14Q G. D. Shmker W.M.
141 H. F. Holcomb W. VI.
142 A .Morrison. W.M
143 G. B. Carpenter W.M
144 S. O. Vaughan.. W. M
145 F. D. Grover W. M
John Tanner S. W.
146 D. Sawyer W. M.
147 J. C. Miller W. M.
148 W. Hartley* W. M.
149 F. F. Kennard W.M.
150 D. Ragains W. M.
151 J. A. Merrifield ..W. M.
152 R. S Moore W.M
153 J.W.Hudson W M.
154 E. R. Ankrum W.M.
155 John Lindsy* ..W. M.
157 M.S.Brown W.M.
158
159
160
161
162
164
165
166
168
169
170
171
172
173
174
17.*^
176
178
179
180
181
182
183
185
187
188
192
193
194
195
196
197
198
199
200
201
203
204
205
206
207
'208
209
210
211
212
213
214
216
217
218
219
221
222
223
226
227
228
229
231
232
233
S. Searls W. M.
J. B. Moflitt W. M.
T. J. Tustin W. M.
A. L. Burton W. M.
J.B.Jordan S. W.
C. M. Carter W. M.
C. H. Ormsby W. M.
J. C. Norton W. M.
J. A. Holmes* W. M.
0. Mansfield* W.M.
J . S. Rodgers W.M.
Geo. Ball S. W.
J. M. Burkholder VV. M.
T. M. Lee W. M.
A.Kemper ' W.M.
C. Puffer W. M.
P. I Davis W. AI.
R. Richards VV. M.
W. W. Apperson W. M.
B.Scarlett W M.
P Cofer* W. M.
A. Candler W. M.
M. M Morse W. M.
D. VV. Andrews W.M.
S. S. Rogers W. M.
C. C. Farmer W.M.
R H.Dickey W.M.
M. Waldenmeyer W M.
M. Allen VV'. M.
Jas. Mayor W. M.
1. Brundage J. W.
C W. Apperson W.M.
S. G CTardner W. M.
E. Thompson W. M.
G.W.Yates W.M.
F. M. Coulter* W. M.
G W. Smith S W.
N. R. Taylor W. M.
J.F.Shadwell W.M.
T. D. Palmer W. M.
H. B. Leach W. M.
L.O.Norton S. W.
E. VV. Willard W. M.
A. Hainer* W.M.
J. W. SjiellmaD W. M.
R. Cleveland W. M
Geo. VV. Deal S. W.
M. McDonald .. J W.
W G Wallace.... W.M.
W. Willis W. M.
D.K.Campbell* W M.
D 1! Brown* VV M
C. H Hanson S W.
J. I'reble W. M.
H.D. Williams S. W.
M. S. Stout W. M.
G M.Dixon* S. W.
H. W. Flower .S. W.
W.L.Morse S. W.
J. W. Bonney W.M.
J M. Gregory W. M.
B. Cheever S. W.
J. D. Roodhouse W.M.
Geo. White* W.M.
J R. Pitt W. M.
Wm. Isom S. W.
1S75-J
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS,
REPRESENTATIVES — Continued.
S. Fredeustein W. M.
W. ^cott.* W. M.
B. F. Newlau* J. W.
G. M. LouglimiUer W. M.
J. S. lieanieu W. M.
H.J. Mack W. 31.
Wm. Tyrrell J- W.
J. Zimmerman W. M.
G. Scroggs W. M.
J. H. Barton W. M.
S. G. Jarvis W. M.
D. A. Baxter W. M.
L. Adams W. M.
J.H.Miller W. M.
M. A. ensiling W. M.
L. B Sanlord S. W.
T. L. Keas S. W.
H. E. Allen J. W.
J. Dorlaud W. M.
B. F. Brock W. M.
P. Harrod W. M.
T. L. Bartlett W. M.
B.F. McLean J. W.
John Peter* W. M.
A. Roesler W. M.
W. G. Billings W. M.
J.W.Dora W. M.
W. H. Cardill" W. M.
N. Bedford S. W.
M. E. Erler* W.M.
H. A. Black W. M.
W. T. Butler .. W. M.
J.R.Grace.... J. VV.
C. M. Grammar W. M.
K. H. Bacon W". M.
E. B. Austm S. W.
J. Saundera VV. M.
W.H. Johnson S. VV.
H. Jayne J- VV.
H. 0. Berry* J- W.
J.IMcUintock W.M.
S. O. StiUman W.M.
N.H. York S. W.
J. G.Johnson* W. M.
J. Q. Ledbetter W. M.
H. Peters W. M.
A. C. Schadle W. M.
J. N. Smith W. M.
D. W.Zink W.M.
D. Gilmore* W. M.
VV. L. Simmons W. M.
S. R. Tilton* W. M.
S. K. Gaylord W.M.
H. S. McElhose W.M.
G. E. Wood W. M.
W.Hadley* W.M.
O. D. Sanborn.. W. M.
E. S. Bently W.M.
H. H. Hill W. M.
O. J. Reese W. M.
E. S.MuUiner W.M.
G. W. Cyrus W.M.
A. Calkins* W. M.
A.D.White W.M.
G. H. Joselyn* W. M.
L.Rank W. M.
2
306
807
308
309
311
312
813
314
815
816
318
319
321
322
823
325
327
328
830
331
332
334
335
336
337
339
340
841
344
345
346
347
348
349
850
351
353
354
355
356
359
360
362
863
865
366
367
368
369
370
371
872
873
374
877
378
379
380
882
383
384
885
886
887
S. Shockley* W. M.
J. H. Smith ..W. M.
F. S. Allen W. M.
J. Morrison S. W.
A.H.Robinson W.M.
J. P. Mohr S. W.
G.D.Eddy J. W.
R. C. Crocker W. M.
J. A.Rearden W. M.
F. J. Filbert S. W.
A. Inveen W. M.
T.N.Boone W.M.
0. L. Pitney W. M.
J. W. Morey W. M.
W. Lane* W.M.
I.H. Gilpin S. W.
J. B. Welch W. M.
F.M.Pickett W.M.
T. B. Stewart* AV. M.
F.J. Glazier W.M.
L. B. Young W. M.
F. Israel* W. M.
A. H. Elkin* S. W.
J.P.Jones* W.M.
1. A. Weil S. W.
J.F.Smith W.M.
G. L. Stephenson W. M.
W.J.Hubbard W.M.
R. Kimball W. M.
J. L. Beirne W. M.
W. R. Phillips... W. M.
L. C. Belding W. M.
J. S. True W. M.
G. W. Hartman W.M.
J.P. Weiger W.M.
Levi Mead W.M.
J.B. Negley W.M.
E. F. Joy W. M.
W.G.Smith W.M.
J. M. Stout W.M.
A. H. Judd M^ M.
J. Vice W. M.
C. Spalding*...- W. M.
J. L. Blanchard W. M.
S. W. Gard* W. M.
A. J. Wiley W. M.
C. F.Tenny W. M.
G.Klink W. M.
A. D. Underwood W. M.
H. Cornelius W. M.
J. M. Smith W. M.
W. Green W. M.
A. S. Sedgwick W. M.
A. S. Converse W. M.
W. B. EUedge S. W.
M.B.Allen W.M.
G. HcBtle* W.M.
J C. Danforth W. M.
J.Pierce S- W.
S. F. McBride W. M.
T. M Angelo -S. W.
C. A. Stoughton W. M.
W . Wilson 2^- ?i-
C. M. Keller* W. M.
B. P. Beck W. M.
G. W. Beckner* W.M.
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PROCEEDINGS OF THE
[Oct.
REPRESENTATIVES — Contmzced.
8SS
8S9
890
891
892
893
894
895
896
397
89S
400
401
402
403
404
405
40G
407
40S
4119
410
411
412
418
414
415
410
417
41S
419
420
4.J1
422
423
421
42S
430
431
432
433
434
435
43G
437
439
440
441
442
443
445
44G
447
448
449
450
451
452
454
455
45(;
457
45S
419
J. W. Riirk* W. M.
F. S. Hatch* W 1*1.
P. 15. PiircfU W. M.
A. T. Danah W. M.
W. II. Aughinbaugh S. W.
C. M. White S. W.
J. G.Marston W. JM.
R. Teirill AV. >[.
Geo. Moore* AV. ISl.
John Gory S. \V.
M. Wilson W. M.
K. T.Eads AV. IM.
Chas. FinilkUl AV. M.
A. D. Gibhs S. AV.
S. lAI IJadircr AV. M.
C. A. IJnscher W. U.
A. I>;UlcasKr AV. M.
I,. AV. Lyon AV. M.
JohnG. Alick W. M.
1). A. Morri,-on W. M.
Jolm E. I'eltibone* W. U.
J. C. Meyur AV. ]\I.
C. H. IWvnan AV. M.
J. L. M.nvul AV. M.
J. U. lirooUs W. n.
T. Croiicmillcr ... J. AV.
JohnMonis AV. M.
li. F. Mason AV. IM.
E. IJarbir* W. U.
T. O. Ilolcoml)* AV.M.
J. J{. AVo.kI-kIc ...AV. M.
G. M. Dwight W. M.
E. linckin^ham W. M.
J. K. ChaUwick J. AV.
D. H. Snyder W. M.
J. IM. Kiggs* W. M.
S.Fa.Non* AV. M.
J. S. Oliver* W. M.
1). U. ISatchelor* AV. 1*1.
J. IJ Uciulles W. M.
II. White AV. IM.
J. E. Springer AV. !M.
A. IJ. Avery AV. U.
\V. Firming W. M.
A. Shire AV. M.
AV. M. Aviso w. M.
A. Sanlsbury W. M.
AV. T. Jarman S. W.
II Tesmer W M.
T. L. Shinkle AV. M.
S. v.. Rowel W. M.
J. J. Leach W. M.
J. AV. Kiggs W. M.
R .1. Ford AV. JI.
J. AV. Jlensley AV. M.
D. 1} Cook AV. M.
Jas. Jones AV. M.
J J*l. IJirce** AV. M.
W.D.Frost S. AV.
T. N. Leavitt AV. M.
J. II. Crocker* J. AV.
C. l.'am.sey AV. Rt,
G. Siiipell AV. ]M.
J. W. Hood AV. M.
C. A. Furlong AV. M.
G. \y. Rrown, jr J. AV.
400
461
402
403
401
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4r,7
408
409
4T0
472
473
474
476
477
4TS
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4 SO
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485
480
487
488
4S0
490
491
492
493
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490
497
498
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502
503
504
505
506
508
509
510
512
513
514
515
510
517
518
519
520
521
622
.523
524
525
.520
527
523
529
531
532
.533
534
535
R. A. Moss S. W.
A. AV. Shnltz* AV. M.
Jj M. Ilobart* AV.M.
J T Gardner S. AV.
Thos. IM. Orton AV. M.
R. H. Jlead* W. M.
R. II. AVoodcock AV. M.
P. II. JIvait AV. M
II. W. XVood W. M.
I.. Roolh AV. M.
F. F. Lovelaud AV. M.
AV. P.Gordon AV. M.
R. U. 1)1X011* AV. M.
P. W. Thomas W. M.
W. S. Wayinau AV. M.
O. Nickerson AV.M.
T. W. Rloomcr AV. M.
D.Gillesiiie W. M.
T. Roberts AV.M.
1). M. Laswell AV. M.
Jessie J 'aimer AV. M.
J. W. Ross S. AV.
J. T. Evans AV. M.
.1 1!. IMcNair W. M.
J. jNIastin AV. M.
A. Campbell W. M.
E. If. Ilow.ll W. U.
E. J'.rownback* W. M.
W. P. 'Ihrouniorton W. M.
J. W. Aiken AV. M.
A Stewart AV.M.
E. P.. Pelhlt AV. M
A. R. Robinson* AV. M.
T W. lloss* AV.M.
J. Tower AV. M.
E. R. Wilcox S. AV.
Anson Dust in AV. M.
R. F. Oaks AV. M.
AV. II. McLean* W. M.
II. Hurlbiit* AV. M.
G. jM. Holmes S. AV.
G. l^lason. S. W.
C. M. Jones AV. M.
S. C. AVilson AV.M.
E. A. Mccracken S. AV.
H. Phoenix W. M.
J. V. Diamond* AV. M.
Jas Cozait AV. M.
A.T. Keithley S. AV.
G. N. Carr* AV. M.
R. Carr S. AV.
A. Harmon AV. M.
P. P Lncas S. AV.
N. J. Rloomrield W. M.
J. R. Deal* AV. M.
C. II. Gelchell* W. M.
T. J. Dunning AV. M.
J. A. Crawlord AV. M.
S. 1). Lewis ... AV. M.
S. T. Ferguson* AV. M.
J, W. Riekers AV. M.
W.Frces* AV. M.
1). Maxcv W. M.
J C. ]!us"sell J. AV.
II. Shiery AV. M.
AV. A. GrilUn AV.M
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GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS.
RKPRESENTATIVES — Continued.
E. W. GilbLTt* W. M.
S. II. Smilli'= W. ]\I.
Clii^^. Winuhuul W. M
l;.II. AldLU \V. ]\I.
I. I'erkiiis W. M.
E. Stiotcli W. 31.
K. C.Cole AV. M.
C. ]M. Ilubbaril S. AV.
J, Can- W. M.
G. G. Riddulph AV. !M.
0. Wilkinson W. IM.
J. Rl. GardniT S. W.
A. I'lovo J. W.
1. D. IJiillock W. ]\[.
J. \V. Ilavs AV. M.
E. Tvmdl AV M.
G. W. Itiiv.ms AV. M.
J AV. Wilson W. M.
AVm. Swisler W. RI.
A. Mueller J. W.
G.J. Monroe W. M.
G. W. Sweep W. M.
O D. Wilcox W. ]M.
J W. Mott W. M.
I. C. Noble J. W.
N. C. Tyler AV. M.
J. iMills W. M.
II. M P.ooth AV. M.
R. D. Kirkpatrick W. M.
H. C. McMiirrah S W.
S. II. Thompson AV. M.
M. H. Jackson AV. M.
J. E. Peck AV. M
C.E Ereeman AV. M.
J. ];. Longly S. AV.
J. II Eskndgc S. AV.
AV. II. Stubbs W. M.
C. W. Poland S. AV
Henry Mowery AV. M.
C. L "1111101118011 S. W.
R. Supi)iger* AV. M.
J.H iJclI .. W. M.
J. W. JIartsock AV. M.
C. G. ensiling AV. ]M.
G. liosner AV. M.
J. Danner W. M.
W. Eads* W. M.
E.T.Brown J AV.
F. Tattle* W. M.
J. B. Daniel AV. M.
A. C. Wood W. M.
E. Foulkc* W. M .
F. Meyer S. W.
W. II. Wolle VV. M.
AV. IL Abraham W. M.
J. A. Ewalt AV. M.
D. A. Clarey W. M.
G.:M. Wright AV ]\I
H. N Moorehouse W. M.
VV. Onz S. W.
A. C. Mantor AV. M.
A. 1). O'Neill AV.M.
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L. Giddlngs... AV. M.
T. L. OrendorfT W. M.
Tliiir.-ton Bishop* W. M.
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A. B. Leepcr AV.M.
AV. C. VVilmorc AV. M.
J. B. Sheapley AV. M.
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J. A. Scott T. AV
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J. Hole W. M.
J.T. Lakin W. M.
J. G. McUlavc W. M.
AV. Finnev AV. M.
J. P.. .SoU'itt AV. M.
J. S. Tobias J. AV.
F. Kemp« W. M.
Morri.s Pn;uim S. AV.
J. M. Edmiston W. M.
J.E. Riilsback S. AV.
B. N Ewiiig J. W.
G. llowison W. M.
II. Miinsterman W. M.
D G. Cunningham W. M.
J. F. Poplin AV. M.
W. T. Houston W. M.
E. B. AVest VV. M.
W. II. Brown AV. M.
S. II. Holt W. M.
T M. Renfro AV.M.
vV. H. Williamson W. M.
U. O'Brien AV. M.
W. VV. Craddock W. M.
AV. Frederick* AV. M.
E. Day W. M.
J. Bready W. ftl.
W.C.Armstrong J. W.
II. L Turpening AV. M.
C. S. Waite W. M.
G. W. IJeathard..» S. AV.
A. M. Clark VV. M.
J. Wells W. M.
S. H. Newlan W. M.
J. Cocking S. W.
R F. Fenton* W. M.
A. G. Butler AV. M.
J. W. McClurc VV. M.
J. R Stegall* W. M.
A. F. Dickinson VV. M.
L. Colhart AV. M.
W. R Lockridge W.M.
John Middleton W.M.
W. H. Baird S. W.
H. Bauman J. AV.
L. Feiilerlien W. M.
J.S.Sawyer W.M.
J. M. Pence S. W.
J. Hatfield W. M.
B. Fordham S. VV.
Alex Heflin W. M.
R. J. Dauphing W. M.
T. Baiham W.M.
W. W. Johnson W. M.
G. W. Carson W. M.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE
[Oct.
REPRESENTATIVES — Continued.
NO.
NAMES
NO.
NA3IES.
691
W.J.Moore
W. M.
709
P. F. Levine
... S. W.
692
E. A. Hanna
W. M.
710
J. S. Miller
W. M.
693
A. H James
S. W.
711
W. P. Gray
W. M.
694
G. I. Ladd*
W. M.
712
W. Penny
A. B. Tillon*
s. w.
695
T. J. Cross
W. M.
714
W. M.
696
C. S. Todd
W. M.
715
J. A. Foster
. ...W. M.
698
F. E. Cottingham
J. H. Claspiri
S. W.
716
J. Sidle
W. M.
700
W. M.
717
S . S . Buffura
W. M.
701
S. B. Welden*
J. W.
719
H. J. Hugginson
W. M.
7014
J. E. Alexander
... W. M.
720
S. B. Jones
. ...W. M.
704
C. K. Charlton
.... W. M.
721
G. L. Cummings
S. W.
705
J, M. Darr
W. M.
722
M. G. Sheldon
W. M.
706
L. G. Torrance
....W. M.
723
J. W. Meador
....W. M.
707
D. S. Mclntyre
W. M.
724
L. C. Chandler
.. ..W. M.
708
W. P. Pierce
W. M.
725
J . S . Hewins
W. M.
709
Dale Wallace
....W. M.
726
J. W. Brown
. ...W. M
Proxy.
Lodges represented 599
Grand Ofllcers 18
District Deputy Grand Masters 18
Representatives 627
Total 668
The M. W. Grand Master then read the following
ADDRESS.
Brethren op the Grand Lodge:
As representatives of the subordinate lodges in this Grand Jurisdiction, we have-
again met in annual communication. In extending to each and all a hearty wel-
come and fraternal greeting, I desire to congratulate you upon the prosperity of the
Craft within our borders. Nothing has occurred during the year to disturb the gen-
eral peace and harmony that exists, and the^past Masonic year has been to us com-
paratively an uneventful one.
According to the provisions of our By-Laws I now lay before you an account of
my official action during the year. Immediately after the close of the last Annual
Commmunication I issued proxies to constitute the lodges chartered at that session, as
follows :
I875-]
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS.
Johnsonville .
Newtown
Elvaston
Calumet
Lumberman's
May
Chapel Hill . .
Varna .
Rome
"Walnut
Omaha
Chandlcrville
Rankin
Golden Rule .
718
714
715
716
717
718
719
720
721
722
723
724
725
726
BY WHOM.
DATE.
L. D. Bennett
October 29.
G. W. Tilton
T. J. Russell
John O'Neil
October 29.
October 19.
October 13.
John O'Neil
T. VV. Hay
October 10.
A.N.Lodge
S. B. Mitchell
H. W.Hubbard
J. H. Fawcett
October 24.
October 31.
November 2,
May 25.
October 19.
E. Powell
I also appointed proxies to install appointed officers of this Grand Lodge who
were not present at the regular installation, as follows :
R. W. Bro, R. L. McKinlay, D. D. G. M. of the Seventeenth District, to install
W. Bro. W. E. GiNTHER, Grand Standard Bearer; R. W. Bro. H. W. Hubbard, D.
D. G. M. of the Twenty-Fifth District, to install R. W. Bro. Chas. H. Patton, Grand
Orator; R. W. Bro. J. C. SMITH, D. D. G. M. of the Sixth District, to install W.
Bro. W. H. Long, Grand Sword Bearer.
Due returns have been made by the proxies of their action under my authority with
one exception, but I learned from other sources that the duty delegated in that case
was duly performed.
dispensations for new lodges.
At our last session the Committee on Lodges U. D., to whom was referred the
applications for dispensations for new lodges at Carman, Lake Creek, and Water-
man, reported, earnestly recommending the petitions to the favorable consideration of
the Grand Master, which report being adopted by the Grand Lodge, I issued dis
pensations as follows :
NAME OF LODGE.
TOWN.
COUNTY.
OFTICKBS.
Carman
Carman
Henderson
Williamson
DeKalb
( Samuel Vaughan, W. M.
■< Francis W. Brooks, S W,
Lake Creek ...
Lake Creek
Waterman .
(Josephus Clover, J. W.
(J. M. Duncan, W. M.
■(Jesse Casey, S. W.
|R. C. F. Cagle, J. W.
( Nathan S. Greenwood, W. M
■< Darius Horton, S. W.
(R. Humphrey, J. "W.
H
PROCEEDINGS OF THE
[Oct.
I have issued, in addition, dispensations for six new lodges, as follows :
DATE.
LODGE.
TOWN.
COUNTY.
OFFICERS.
[ Silas D. Parsons.
Oct. 22,
Rai-itan
Raiitan
Henderson
-< 10. P. Clawson.
(us. Taylor
( II. A. Kancy.
Jan'y 22,
Gibson
Gibson
Ford
^ F. S. Chuich.
I Wm. A. W'estrope.
( W. E. P.urnctt.
M'ch 2,
Etdorailo
Eldorado
Saline
■{ \. J. liramlet.
JMeeksUaley.
(A. U. r.ock.
M'ch 2S,
Ilarbor
South Chicago.
Cook
1 Wm. B. Arnold.
V Ed. Kirk, Jr.
M'ch 29,
Sheridan
Sheridan
LaSalle
^ Jiio. G. Wright.
( Abe White.
( W. A. Wright.
June 10,
Dennison
Dennison
Clark
MI. ar. Griswold.
iW.n. llarman.
Before issuing these dispensations, I fully investigated the location of the pro-
posed lodges, and am satisfied that the interests of the Craft will be served by
granting them charters, should their work be approved by the committee.
DENNISON LODGE.
In the matter of Dennison Lodge, I found that the petition had been made during
the administration of my predecessor, but from some cause, was never presented to
him, but remained in the hands of the party to whom it was first delivered, and was
subsequently forwarded to me. In the mean time, Elbridge Lodge No. 579, which
had recommended the petition, had removed some two miles nearer the proposed
location of the new lodge, and I hesitated, under those circumstances, granting the
dispensation, but finding upon investigation that the members at Dennison had (in
anticipation of receiving a dispensation) fitted up a lodge room and incurred con-
siderable expense, upon a renewal of the recommendation of Elbridge Lodge I
granted the dispensation.
MORNING STAR LODGE.
Some time m July I received a petition signed by a majority of the officers and
members of Morning Star Lodge No. 30, at Canton, representing a deplorable state
of affairs in their lodge and praying for a revocation of their charter. Hesitating to
take so decided a step without investigation, I visited Canton in company with the
R. W. S. G. Wai-den and found that the statements set forth in the petition were not
exaggerations. I remained two days, and after thorough investigation, arrested the
charter of Morning Star Lodge No. 30, and granted a dispensation without fee for a
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GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS.
15
new lodge, to be called Canton Lodge U. D., vvilh C. N. Henkle, W. M., W. A.
Childs, S. W., and A. B. Leaman, J. W. I placed the property of Morning Star
Lodge in the custody of R. \V. Bro. S. Stevens, with instructions to allow the new
lodge the use of the furniture until the meeting of the Grand Lodge. Reports from
the W. ^L of Canton Lodge U. D., show the lodge to be in a flourishing condition,
and warrants me in the conclusion that my action was for the best interests of the
fraternity in Canton. Since my arrival here I have learned that some of the former
members of the Morning Star Lodge feel aggrieved, and think that injustice has
been done in arresting the charter, although some of the brethren so complaining,
signed the petition recommending revocation. The papers are all in the hands of the
Committee on Lodges U. D., and if they should report sustaining my action, I
recommend that the property of Morning Star Lodge be transferred to Canton
Lodge.
dispensations to confer degrees.
I have been applied to in several instances to grant dispensations for conferring
the E. A. degree in less than required time, but feeling, as my predecessors have
done, that the prerogative of the Grand Master to make Masons at sight, should be
exercised only in cases of great emergency, and not believing that such emergencies
existed in any of the petitions, I have declined to issue such dispensations.
I have issued dispensations to confer degrees as follows :
NAME OF LODGE.
Apollo
Malta
Cairo
Cairo
Cement
Hopedale
Paris
Pana
Lovington
Jerusalem Temple
Watson
Sheldon
Bowen .
Avon Harmony . .
Gibson
Horeb
Whiteliall
Pleasant Hill
Uespcria
C42
320
23T
237
8(14
C22
208
220
22s
90
C02
0(19
4SG
253
U. D.
803
8(1
605
411
15 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
5 CO
5 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
6 00
6 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
6 00
5 00
5 00
5 00
6 00
NAME OF LODGE.
Kinmundy ...
Cyrus '.
GariU-n City. .
Apodo
Metropolis .. .
Odell
Itloomington .
H(.spi.ri.i
Goltlen Kule -
Atlanta
Kildyville ...
Wioming
Lanilmai'k .. .
Moniencc ...
Momeiicc ...
Loviuglon. ..
Total.
NO.
AMOCXT.
SOS
6 00
1S8
5 00
141
5 00
C42
5 00
91
5 00
401
5 00
4:J
5 00
411
5 00
7-2G
6 00
105
G 00
CT2
6 00
479
5 00
422
5 00
4S1
5 00
481
5 00
228
5 00
$175 CO
i6
PROCEEDINGS OF THE
[Oct.
ELECTIONS, INSTALLATIONS, ETC.
Dispensations for elections, installations, &c., have been issued as follows
NAME OF LODGE.
Friendship
Home
Wabansia
Richard Cole
Dubois
Thos . J . Turner . . .
Dearborn
Warren
Dearborn
Chesterfield
Lanark
Thos. J. Turner ...
Cliutouville
Buda
Edwardsville
Wheaton"
Mt. Zion
Tolono
Time
San Jose
Oskaloosa
A. O. Fay
Cashman
Providence . .
Jeffersonville
Irvington
Viola
7
608
160
697
624
409
810
14
310
445
423
409
511
399
99
269
499
391
569
645
485
676
686
711
460
650
577
$2 00
2 GO
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 OG
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
2 00
NAME OF LODGE.
Herman
Ancona
Bloomington.
Summerlield .
Naples
Old Time. .
Quincy
T. J. Turner.
Mt. Pulaski ..
Greenvievr ...
Pontiac
National
Fowler
Mosaic
Ashlar
Scottville
Kilwinning . .
Macomb
Litchfield ....
Providence . .
Wyoming
Friendship . . .
Capron
Social
Total
NO. 1 AMOUNT.
26
$2 00
552
2 00
4.'5
2 00
342
2 00
6S
2 OO
629
2 00
296
2 00
409
2 00
87
2 00
653
2 00
294
2 00
596
2 00
599
2 00
628
2 00
30S
2 00
426
2 00
311
2 00
17
2 00
517
2 00
711
2 00
479
2 00
7
2 00
575
2 00
70
2 00
?102 CO
PETITIONS AND APPEALS.
The following cases were referred to the Grand Master, with power to act :
Petition of D. C. Cregier Lodge No. 643, to re-instate to all the rights and privi-
leges of Masonry, John Dennis, who was expelled by Rock River Lodge No. 612.
Appeal from the action of Lena Lodge No. 174, in failing to convict one of its
members. New trial to be had by a commission appointed by the Grand Master.
Petition from Lancaster Lodge No. 106, to remove from to Glassford.
Petition from Middleton Lodge No. 370, to remove from Middleton to Boyd
School-house.
In the case of John Dennis, after receiving the proper petition from Rock River
Lodge, I, on the 7th of April, restored the said John Dennis to all the rights and
privileges of Masonr)'.
In the case of Lena Lodge, I appointed a commission, consisting of D. D. G. M.
L. L. MuNN, W. Bro. J. S. McCall, and W. Bro. J. R. Perkins. On the 26th of
March, a new trial was had, which resulted in the indefinite suspension of the
accused.
l875-] GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. 1 7
I granted permission for Lancaster Lodge to remove to Glasford ; but in the case
of the removal of Middleton Lodge to Boyd School-house, after full investigation, I
determined to leave the Lodge in its present location, being satisfied that nothing
would be gained to its members by removal.
OFFICIAL VISITATIONS.
I have made several official visitations during the year — the results of those
demanding your attention will be alluded to under the appropriate headings —
and have everywhere been received with uniform kindness and cuyrtesy, and with
the honors due my official position.
DISCIPLINE.
Shortly after my election, I received papers from Cordova Lodge No. 543, relative
to a trial of one of their members. It seems that during the year previous, charges
were preferred against Bro. J. W. Morgan, and the brother found guilty, and repri-
mand affixed as punishment. My predecessor was appealed to, to set the trial
aside for alleged informalities, and he ordered a stay of entire procedings, until he
could investigate the matter in person. He being unable to do so, however, it left
the Lodge in the position of having a brother under sentence, without punishment
being inflicted. I accordingly — after consultation with P. G. M. Hawley — visited
Cordova, and after fully investigating the case, and being satisfied that irregularities
had occurred in the trial, ordered a new one, which took place in April, and at
which — by the urgent solicitations of both parties — I was present and presided. The
trial lasted two days, and was conducted, I think, with the utmost impartiality, and
resulted in the acquittal of the accused.
Complaint was made by Doric Lodge No. 319, at Moline, complaining of infringe-
ment of jurisdiction by Rock Island Lodge No. 658. At the request of the Lodge
complaining, I visited Rock Island and Moline, and after investigation, decided that
Rock Island Lodge had infringed upon the jurisdiction of Doric Lodge. The offi-
cers and members of Rock Island Lodge, however, had evidently acted innocently
in the matter, and as the brother who had obtained the degrees had died in the
meantime, there was no difficulty in adjusting all differences amicably; and I must
commend Rock Island Lodge for the willingness they showed to make all requisite
amends.
Complaint was made by Wataga Lodge No. 291, of infringement of their juris-
diction by Galesburg Lodge No. 372, in conferring the degrees upon an avowed
resident of Wataga. I referred the matter to R. W. Bro. J. C. McMurtry, D. D-
G. M., and upon his report and the full evidence adduced, I decided there had
been no infringement.
An appeal was taken by a member of Waldeck Lodge No. 674, to the Grand
Master, alleging gross irregularities in the trial which had expelled him. After
hearing much of the evidence in person, I referred the case to R. W. W. A. STEV-
ENS, D. D. G. M. of the ist District, who visited the lodge and fully investigated
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(lie matter, and, by my authority, set the trial aside. The brother was then granted a
dimit, and 1 understand the action has been satisfactory to all parties.
Urgent request being made to me by Streator Lodge No. 607, to visit them, and
adjust a difficulty which had arisen in the lodge, threatening its existence, I com-
plied with their request, and in company with D. D. G. M. T. J. Wade, of that
District, I visited Streator. Found the cause of the trouble to be one simply of
occupancy of a new hall, and am happy to report, that within a few hours all differ,
ences were amicably adjusted, and^ I left them with full assurance that no further
trouble would ensue. They have since dedicated their new hall, and I learn from
the W. M. that the lodge is in a most flourishing condition.
Charges were preferred by a member of Stewart Lodge No. 92, at Geneseo,
against the W. M. of the Lodge. I visited Geneseo, in company with the R. W.
the S. G. Warden. Had a meeting called, and investigated the cause of complaint.
Kound the trouble to be purely personal in its character, and after an earnest appeal
to them, all the members who were implicated met at the altar, and in the true spirit
of Masonry, extended the hand of brotherly love to each other, and I left them fully
reconciled. Have since learned that the reconciliation so happily effected, is per-
manent.
Charges were preferred against the W. M. of Knoxville Lodge No. 66. I ap-
])ointed a commission, consisting of R. W. J. C. McMurtry, D. D. G. M., Bros. A.
Brewer, and R. Deather, to investigate. Upon their report and recommendation,
I deposed the W. M., and left the lodge in the charge of the S. W. The charges
were of a grave character, and I learn that the lodge has since taken steps to dis-
cipline the deposed brother.
Charges were preferred against the W. M. of Collinsville Lodge No. 712. I ap-
pointed a committee, consisting of R. W. Jno. M. Pearson, D. D. G. M., Bros.
Thos. J. Prickett and Samuel Rawson, to investigate. The committee found
the W. M. guilty of the charges alleged, and recommended his deposition. I ac-
cordingly deposed him from his office, leaving the lodge in charge of the S. W.
Charges were preferred against the W. M. of Staunton Lodge No. 177. I ap-
pointed a commission, consisting of R. W. G. W. Davis, D. D. G. M.,Bros. James
Daniels and C. E. Miner, to investigate. They reported finding the W. M. guilty of
the charges, and recommending punishment. I accordingly deposed him from his
office indefinitely. This was on August 2nd. On the 14th of September, by
the recommendation of the commission, I restored the brother to his office. This
was a case wherein the commission found many extenuating circumstances, and felt
that the punishment of brief suspension was adequate to the offence, and accordingly
recommended his restoration.
An appeal was taken from the action of Moultrie Lodge No. 181, at Sullivan, in
case of A. Wheeler, charging irregularities in the trial. I referred the matter to
D. D. G. M. a. a. Murray, who visited Sullivan, and after investigation, reported
the charges sustained, and advised a new trial, which I ordered. The result of the
trial has never been communicated to me.
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Complaint was made of irregularities in Wabash Lodge No. 179, in trial of Bro. T.
S. CoLMAN. The evidence submitted was full proof of the informalities, and as a
petition from a large number of the brethren, praying for a new trial, accompanied
the evidence, I ordered a new trial to be held. Have had no report of the result.
The papers in all the foregoing cases are submitted.
PERA LODGK.
A petition was received from the former members of Pera Lodge, for restoration
of their charter, which was arrested by the Grand Master, at the recommendation of
the Grand Lodge, at session of 1873. Having no opportunity of investigating the
case as fully as I desired to do, T decided to submit the petition to the Grand
Lodge for their action
I have arrested the charters of the following lodges : Wapella No. 606, Monroe No.
28, and Libanus No. 699. All of these lodges had been for a long time dormant,
and incapable of sustaining themselves, and the arrests were made at the solicitation
of the members themselves, and advice of the several D. D. G. M.'s to whom each
case was referred. In the case of Wapella Lodge, the books were sent to the Grand
Secretary, who, finding some, if not all, of the members in arrears for dues, refused,
under the law, to issue certificates until arrearages were paid. R. W. Bro. L. Zeig-
LER, D. D. G. M. — who, by my orders, arrested the charter — had instructed the
brethren that their dimits would be furnished them at once, and as their appears to
be some matters connected with the affairs of the lodge requiring investigation, I
would request that the matter be referred to a committee. The effects of Monroe
Lodge and Libanus have been taken possession of by R. W. Bros. DELANCEVand Geo,
M. Raymond, with instructions to turn them over to the Grand Secretary. Pre-
sume that officer is now in custody of the property.
H. W. BIGELOW.
H. W, Bigelow Lodge No. 438, in the city of Chicago, finding itself unable to
continue its labors on account of financial matters, desired to consolidate with Ash-
lar Lodge No. 308, but sec. i. Art. 28, Part II, Grand Lodge By-Laws, relative to
consolidation, requiring a unanimous vote, rendering it almost impossible for lodges
with a large membership to comply with the law, the lodge was unable to effect
consolidation, although but one or two were opposed. The most of the members of
the lodge then dimitted, leaving but few besides the officers, and the lodge then vol-
untarily surrendered its charter. The books and papers are in the hands of the
Grand Secretary, and the other property is in the custody of the Grand Tyler, a por-
tion of it being used by the Grand Lodge at the present session.
REMOVALS.
I have authorized the removal of Yorktown Lodge No. 655, from Vorktown to
Tampico ; Ancona Lodge No. 552, from Ancona to Long Poiut ; and Sigel Lodge
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No. 541, from Sigel to Sagetown ; the law providing for removals having in each
case been complied with.
CONSOLIDATIONS.
The following lodges have been consolidated during the year :
Delavan Lodge No. 156, and Tazewell Lodge No. 586, as Delavan Lodge No.
156-
Mason City Lodge No. 403, and Anchor Lodge No. 615, as Mason City Lodge
No. 403.
Ionic Lodge No. 312, and Momit Zion Lodge No. 499, as Ionic Lodge No. 312.
Each of the new lodges was properly constituted and the officers installed by
my proxies, who made due returns.
DEDICATIONS.
On the 29th of December I visited Chenoa, in company with M. W. Bro. D. C.
Cregier, and dedicated the new hall of Chenoa Lodge No. 292, and installed the
officers. The brethren of Chenoa Lodge had built and fitted up an elegant hall —
second perhaps, to none in any place of the size of Chenoa — and were justly proud of
it. The ceremonies were witnessed by a large concourse of people, the hall being
crowded. Visitors were present from several surrounding lodges, and as the breth-
ren of Chenoa had made ample preparations, everything passed off happily. A
sumptuous banquet and ball followed the dedication, and we left them at midnight
still engaged in the festivities, carrying with us a grateful recollection of the distin-
guished kindness and courtesy with which we had been treated.
On the 24th of June I dedicated the new hall of Murphysboro Lodge No. 498.
The occasion was a very enjoyable one. Invitations had been extended to members
of the neighboring lodges, and a large number was in attendance. The members of
Murphysboro can be complimented for the zeal they have manifested in building
their hall.
On the 2nd of this month I dedicated the new hall of Camargo Lodge No. 440.
Too much cannot be said in behalf of the Fraternity there. They have a very
tastefully arranged hall, and the ceremonies of dedicating it were attended by the
wives and families of the members, who had furnished an elegant collation, to which
all repaired after the services, and to which all did ample justice. I remained
during the evening, and attended a meeting of the Lodge, and witnessed an exem-
plification of the work. There were nearly one hundred members present, and I
congratulate Camargo Lodge on their work, as well as the generous liberality of its
members, as evinced by their efforts to make the occasion a success.
I have given proxies to dedicate as follows :
To Bro. E. Spiller, to dedicate hall of Herrin's Prairie Lodge No. 693.
To Bro. S. M. Martin, to dedicate new hall of Waverly Lodge No. 118.
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To R. W. Bro. H. W. Hubbard, to dedicate the new hall of Barry Lodge
No. 34.
To R. W. and Rev. W. H. Scott, to dedicate the new hall of Morrisonville
Lodge No. 681.
To Bro. D. A. Matney, to dedicate the new hall of Cold Spring Lodge No. 513.
Due returns have been made by the proxies of action had under the authority.
CORNER-STONE.
On the 3d day of June, M. W. Bro. D. C. Cregier, P. G. M., as my proxy, laid
the corner-stone of the new Chamber of Commerce, at Peoria.
The M. W. Bro. is entitled to my thanks for his efficient services on that occasion.
His report, which was elaborate, was replete with encomiums on the officers
and members of the different Masonic bodies in Peoria, and I learn the day was
one long to be remembered by the people of Peoria ; and the thanks of this Grand
Lodge are due to the members of the Fraternity there for the fraternal consideration
with which the representative of the Grand Master was treated.
INSTALLATIONS.
On the 3d of January, I publicly installed the officers of Wade-Barney Lodge
No. 512, and at the same time installed W. Bro. L J. Bloomfield, as Grand Stew-
ard of the Grand Lodge, in place of W. Bro. H. Hohnscheidt, deceased.
decisions.
I have been called upon to make numerous decisions during the year, most of
which were fully covered by the present code of Grand Lodge By-Laws. I submit
only the following;
1st. That Sec. 3, Art. 16, Part H, Grand Lodge By-Laws, applies to objections
made prior to adoption of new code.
2d. That application for re-instatement from suspension for any cause, should lay
over one regular meeting.
3d. That Sec. 6, Art. 6, Part II, Grand Lodge By-Laws, can not be construed
to affect the G. M. or his proxy, and non-affiliation cannot be accepted under Art.
9 of the Constitution, as constituting disability of the Grand Master.
4th. That the Tyler of a lodge has the rig^( to vote.
relations with other grand lodges.
On the 25th of January, I received a communication from G. M. J. P. C. Cottrell,
of Wisconsin, in regard to claim of Northern Light Lodge, of that jurisdiction,
against Marengo Lodge No. 138, of this State. This case, you will remember, was
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i-eferred to P. G. M. H. G. Reynolds during his term of office, and alluded to by
him in his address. He requested the Grand Lodge to take some action in the case,
but from oversight, I presume, the committee to whom his address was referred failed
to make any report upon it. Grand Master Cottrell informed me that the claim had
been presented by Northern Light Lodge to the Grand Lodge of Wisconsin for
adjustment, and desired some action of our Grand Lodge on the subject. I wrote
Brother Cottrell that I would bring the question before the Grand Lodge, but that I
thought it a matter to be adjusted by the Lodges themselves. I wrote Marengo
Lodge two or three times, feeling that courtesy at least should prompt that Lodge to
make some reply to the demands of Northern Light Lodge, but I have been unable
to get a response. I trust the Grand Lodge will give an expression on the subject.
On the same day of the receipt of the communication from the Grand Master of
Wisconsin, I received a letter from Hutsonville Lodge No. 136, of this State, rela-
tive to a similar claim against Meridian Sun Lodge No. 49, of Michigan. It being
an analogous case, I wrote the W. M. of Hutsonville Lodge that the Grand Lodge
could not enforce such a claim, but wrote to the Grand Master of Michigan request-
ing him to present the matter to Meridian Sun Lodge. He did so, and the result
was an adjustment of the claim to the satisfaction of Hutsonville Lodge.
The Grand Master of Wisconsin again wrote me, enclosing a complaint of Foun-
tain Lodge, of Fond du Lac, against D. A. Cashman Lodge No. 686, Chicago, for
infringement of jurisdiction, in conferring the three degrees of Masonry upon one
W. H. Sprague, a resident of Fond du Lac. After some correspondence with the
W. M. of Cashman Lodge and the D. D. G. M. of that District, together with a
personal investigation in company with both those brothers, the W. M. of Cashman
Lodge was satisfied that his Lodge had unwittingly trespassed upon the jurisdiction
of Fountain Lodge. His Lodge accordingly tendered an apology to Fountain Lodge,
and offered to make any reparation desired. Fountain Lodge responded through the
Grand Master, in a fraternal spirit, absolving Cashman Lodge from any intention of
infringement, and I trust the matter is satisfactorily settled.
CASE OF THOM.-VS ROSE.
The Committee on Appeals and Grievances, of last year, sustained the action
of Gillespie Lodge in expelling Thomas Rose, a member of that Lodge. Said Rose
has since furnished evidence which shows that the whole proof was not presented to
the committee, and, after a careful perusal of that evidence, I would suggest that the
papers be referred to a committee, and, if warranted, a re-hearing of the case be had.
I have, during the year — by the recommendation of the Grand Examiners — ap-
pointed Assistant Grand Lecturers as follows :
A. B. Avery, Neponset.
R. D. KirkpatriCK, Frankfort.
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G. W. Barnaro, Chicago.
Thomas J. Whitehead, Odin.
W. T. Mason, LaSalle.
Thomas L. Magee, Prairie City.
Edward Borneman, Chicago.
H. W. Hubbard, Centralia.
Samuel Rawson, Troy.
R. D. Hammond, Macomb.
Ira J. Bloomfield, Bloomington.
William B. Grimes, Pittsfield.
In January, at a meeting of the Board of Grand Examiners at Chicago, at which
I was present, it was deemed advisable to hold meetings for instruction at places in
the State that had not before been visited by the Examiners. I accordingly called
meetings as follows :
Bloomington, March 23d ; Chicago, April 6th; (Hiincy, April 20th.
I was present at the meetings in Bloomington and Quincy, and was much pleased,
not only with the interest manifested by the representatives of the different Lodges
• present, but by the thorough and systematic manner in which the Board imparted
instruction. I am fully convinced that the exemplification of the State Work each
year by the Board of Examiners, in different localities throughout the State, will, in
a few years, effect a uniformity of work, and that the advantages derived are more
than commensurate with the expense of the meetings.
grand representatives.
I have appointed as Representative near the Grand Lodge of New York, R.
W. Bro. James E. Morrison, vice M. W. Bro. John H. Anthon, deceased.
As Representative near the Grand Lodge of Utah, R. W. Bro. James Lowe, for-
merly a member of this Grand Lodge.
NEW CODE.
The new code of By-Laws, adopted at our last session, being very explicit, it was
supposed that their adoption would relieve the Grand Master from a great deal of
correspondence. On the contrary, the information solicited in regard to the construc-
tions of different sections has increased instead of decreasing, the Grand Master's
labors in that pai-ticular, but the fact that so many of the officers and members of
Lodges are seeking information is evidence that they are studying the law carefully,
and argues well for the future. The By-Laws are susceptible of much improvement
being, in some cases, ambiguous; in others, superfluous and inoperative, and, in
others, capable of different constructions. As the time during which they have been
in force has been so brief, however, I do not feel disposed to offer any suggestions
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regarding them, but prefer that the Grand Lodge shall have ample time to study and
digest them before being called upon to consider many amendments. Some are
already pending, and others will probably be proposed, which, I deem, will be suffi-
cient for the present session.
RECOGNITION.
I have received letters from the newly-established Grand Lodges of Indian Terri-
tory and Wyoming, asking for recognition from this Grand Lodge. I would request
that the matter be referred to an appropriate committee.
NEW CHARTERS.
New Charters have been issued to several Lodges, which had lost their Charters
by fire, etc., but I failed to keep a list of them.
INVITATION.
I received an invitation in May, from the Grand Master of New York, to be pre-
sent at the Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of that State, in June, at
which time the new Masonic Temple in New York City was to be dedicated, I
accepted the invitation, and, in company with R. W. Bro. Burrill, Grand Secretary,
visited New York City on that occasion. As full accounts of the ceremonies have
been published, it is unnecessary for me to attempt a description. Suffice it to say
that the ceremonies were very imposing, and brought together more members of the
craft than probably ever met before in the United States.
The Illinois representatives were warmly received and fraternally cared for. Our
thanks are specially due to R. W. Bro. James E. Morrison, our Representative
near the Grand Lodge of New York and Chairman of the Reception Committee,
and to W. Brethren A. Yeoman and J. Devries, members of the Committee, for
kind attention during our stay, to which much of the pleasure we experienced is
due.
KANSAS RELIEF.
Sometime early in the year, I received a circular letter from M. W. Bro. O. A.
Bassett, Grand Master of Kansas, praying for relief for the suffering Brotherhood
of that State. After consultation with the other Grand Officers, I decided not to
draw upon the charity fund, but issued a circular, embodying the one from the Grand
Master of Kansas, to each subordinate Lodge, giving each an opportunity of contrib-
utinor as they saw fit. The responses were liberal, and in June, when I met the
Grand Master and Grand Secretary in New York, they informed me that the call was
closed, ample funds having been received for all necessities.
Contributions have been coming in, however, until within a month, and I deemed
it best to forward all. I wrote to the Grand Secretary of Kansas some two or three
weeks since, advising him, and requesting a list of lodges donating to him, with
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amounts, but as yet have received no reply. Presume it will be received in time to
publish with the Proceedings. T append a list of donations received by me directly :
Bodley
Belvidere
Richmond
Temperance. .
IrviiiR
Makanda
Forrest
.Johnsonville. .
Youngstown . ,
Apollo
St. Paul
.Jefferson
Raymond
Brooklyn
Elkhart
D. C. Cregier
Accacia
Cordova
Pleasant Hill.
Warsaw
New Boston . . .
Blair
Sheba
Douglas
Noble
Mt. Vernon. . .
Full Moon ....
King Solomon
Troy
Tonica
Delia
Cowden
Elvaston
Darwin
Savanna
Heyworth
NO.
AMOUNT
1
$5 00
60
5 00
145
20 00
16
15 00
4.55
5 00
434
25 00
614
25 00
713
10 00
887
10 00
642
20 00
500
15 00
868
10 00
692
5 00
282
5 00
545
5 00
643
10 00
67
10 00
543
5 00
565
5 00
257
2 00
59
10 00
393
.50 00
200
5 00
361
5 00
362
10 00
31
25 85
341
10 00
J 97
10 00
599
12 00
364
5 00
525
1 00
706
10 00
715
10 00
551
5 00
885
5 00
251
10 00
Fontiac
Elgin
Chicago
Red Bud
W. B. Warren ...
Bloomfleld
Fellowship
Herrin's Prairie.
Wauconda
Martin
Hutton
Peoria
Comet
Shekinah
Havana
Accordia
Plainview
Trenton
Shirley
Ramsey
Qpo. Washington
Russelville
Annawan
Herman
Cass
Chatsworth
Brethren of
Harlem
DuQuoin
Cairo
Ewing
Windsor
WoodhuU
Roseville
Kingston
Franklin Grove..
NO.
AMOUNT.
294
$10 00
117
5 00
437
20 00
42T
20 OU
209
10 00
148
25 00
89
9 90
693
5 00
298
5 00
491
15 00
698
10 00
15
10 00
641
10 00
241
10 00
88
10 00
277
25 no
461
8 75
109
10 00
582
10 00
405
10 on
222
5 00
527
10 00
438
5 00
39
5 00
23
5 00
539
10 00
539
35 00
540
28 00
234
10 00
237
10 00
705
5 00
322
10 00
502
5 00
5i9
10 00
266
5 00
264
5 00
And now brethren, I have the sad duty to perform of announcing the deaths of
several distinguished Masons of our own, as well as sister jurisdictions :
W. Bro. H. HoHNSHElDT, Grand Steward of the Grand Lodge, died at Blooming
ton on the 24th of December.
R. W. J. V. Z. Blaney, p. D. G. Master of this Grand Lodge, died in Chicago,
Dec. nth, 1874.
Louis H. Jorgensen, P. M. of Cairo Lodge No. 237, died at his residence al
Cairo, Dec. 21st, 1874.
Jos. Gallagher, W. M. of Blair Lodge No. 393, died at his residence in Chi-
cago, June 28th, 1875.
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P. G. Master W.M. F. Walker, died at his home in Brooklyn, New York, on the
3rd of April. He was Grand Master of this Grand Lodge in 1S45, having served
as Grand Orator, and was the first W. M. of Oriental Lodge.
M. W. Bro. WiNSLOW Lewis, P. G. M. of Massachusetts, died August 3d, 1875.
M. W. Bro. J. H. Anthon, P. G. M. of New York, and our representative near
the Grand Lodge of New York, died at his home in October last.
R. W. Bro. \Vm. McMurtry, for fourteen years Grand Treasurer of this Grand
Lodge, died- April nth, 1875.
G. M. W. M. Wilson, of Canada, died Jan. i6th.
R. W. Bro. F. B. Harris, Grand Secretary of Canada, died Aug. i8lh.
M. W. Bro. J. M. S. McCorckle, Grand Secretary of Kentucky.
P. G. M. J. M. Read, of Pennsylvania, died Nov. 29th.
P. G. M. Samuel H. Perkins.
P. G. M. James Page, of Pennsylvania, died April 6th.
P. G. M. Lucius- Scott died April 22, 1875.
P. G. M. J. N. McJiLTON, of Maryland, died April 15th.
His Grace the Duke of Lienster, Grand Master of Ireland, died Oct. lolh, aged
83 years. "He had ruled over the Craft in Ireland for 61 years, without interruption,
an event unprecedented in the annals of Masonry."
As we have an Obituary Committee, to whom the matter of the death of our dis-
tinguished fraters will be referred, who will undoubtedly make such a report as will
do full justice to their memory, it will hardly be expected that I anticipate that
report by any eulogies of my own, however much I might desire to pay personal
tribute to the memory of those, at least, who honored me with their acquaintance
and friendship while living.
conclusion.
In conclusion, Brethren, I can but congratulate you again on the relative peace
and harmony existing in this jurisdiction. We number about seven hundred con-
stituent Lodges, with a membership of nearly fifty thousand, and I find upon refer-
ring to our appeal docket that only about a score of cases appear, which fact speaks
volumes of itself.
My task is now nearly completed. Words are inadequate to express my thanks for
the high honor you have conferred upon me. To have been your presiding officer is
an honor of which any one may well be proud. I entered upon the duties of Grand
Master with a full realization of the high responsibilities of the position, but, I con-
fess, with but an imperfect appreciation of the arduous labors connected with it. I
have endeavored to faithfully discharge the duties, and wherever I may have erred,
I rely upon the Brethren to extend to me that Masonic charity which we all profess^
and to remember that none are perfect.
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In my intercourse with my Brethren, in the adjustment of difficulties, as well as in
all other matters pertaining to the duties of my office, I have endeavored to keep
prominently before them as well as myself, the spirit of my adopted motto : "Amor
Fr ate mis in otnni FortuniP
Referred to the Committee on Grand Master's Address.
REPORT — Committee on Masonic Correspondence.
R. W. Bro. Joseph Robbins presented the report of the Com-
mittee on Masonic Correspondence, and asked that it be hound with
the proceedings.
It was so ordered. (See Appendix.)
Bro. Robbins also presented the following report on the " Dis-
trict Grand Lodge of New South Wales," which report was
received and adopted.
To the M. W. Grand Lodge of A. F. &- A. AL of the State of Illinois :
Your Committee on Masonic Correspondence, to whom was referred, at the last
Annual Communication, a communication from the District Grand Lodge of New
South Wales (English Constitution), covering a circular letter issued by the District
Grand Master, warning lodges and brethren against the so-called lodges in that
Colony working under the auspices of the " Lodge of Memphis," the "Grand Lodge
of New South Wales," and the " Grand Lodge of Australia," have had the same
under consideration.
It is the settled practice in the Dependencies of the British Crown, for the Grand
Lodges of England, Ireland and Scotland, to exercise concurrent ]\insA\c\.\on, which
is held by them to be exclusive as against the rest of the world. This claim the
Grand Lodge of Illinois, in common with all other Grand Lodges, has respected as
valid until the formation of Independent Grand Lodges within such Dependencies;
and its declared position on the (juestion of Grand Lodge jurisdiction binds it to the
same policy in the future.
Your committee have been unable to find any eyidence of the formation of an
independent Grand Lodge in New South Wales, by which, and by which alone, the
concurrently exclusive jurisdiction heretofore exercised in that Colony or Province
by the British Masonic Powers, could be legitimately impaired.
We therefore recommend that the lodges and brethren of this jurisdiction be
warned that the holding of Masonic intercourse with pretended Masons, made such
in the lodges complained of in the circular of the District Grand Lodge of New
South Wales, will render them liable to Masonic discipline ; and that those hailing
from that Colony can only he recognized as lawful Masons who have acquired
Masonic rights "under the authority of the Grand Lodges of England, Ireland and
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Scotland, under the supervision of the District Grand Master of the English Con-
stitution (Arthur Todd Holyrood), Provincial Grand Master of the Irish Con-
stitution (James Squirk Farnell), and the Provincial Grand Master of the Scot-
tish Constitution (Wii.LiAM GiLLETT Sedgwick), and their duly authorized succes-
sors or deputies."
Fraternally submitted,
JOSEPH ROBBINS,
Committee on Masonic Correspondence.
CALLED OFF.
At 12 o'clock M. the Grand Lodge was called from labor to
refreshment.
AFTERNOON SESSION.
Tuesday, Oct. 5th, 1875,
TWO o'clock, p. m.
The Grand Lodge was called to labor.
M. W. Geo. E. Lounsburv presiding.
Prayer bv the R. W. Grand Chaplain.
RESOLUTION — Recognizing Grand Lodge of Wyoming.
R. W. Bro. RoBBiNS presented the following resolution, which
was adopted :
"Whereas, The Grand Lodge of Wyoming has been regularly formed, and is
fully and rightfully possessed of jurisdiction over the Territory of that name, there-
fore.
Resolved, That we cordially welcome the Grand Lodge of Wyoming, sovereign
and independent, to the equal sisterhood of the Grand Lodges of the Masonic
world.
Bro. RoBBiNS moved that the subject of the recognition of the
Grand Lodge of Indian Territory be referred to the Committee
on Masonic Jurisprudence.
Bro. Creiger moved that the matter be postponed until the
next Annual Communication, and the Grand Secretary be instructed
to extend to that Grand Lodge the usual courtesies. Adopted,
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Bro. Grand Secretary presented communications from the Grand
Lodges of Manitoba, Prince Edward Island, and Dakota, asking
to be recognized as regularly constituted Grand Lodges. Upon
his motion, they were referred to the Committee on Masonic Cor.
respondence.
INTRODUCTION— Of Past Grand Master Stansbury, of D. C.
Past Grand Master Chas. F. Stansbury, of District of Colum-
bia, and agent of the Washington Monument Association, was
introduced and welcomed on behalf of the Grand Lodge by P.
G. M. Cregier, and proceeded in an eloquent manner to lay
before the Grand Lodge the objects and aims of that Association.
Bro. RoBBiNS moved that a committee of three be appointed
to take the matter under consideration, and report at this session of
the Grand Lodge.
Breth. Robbins, Cregier and Hawley were appointed such
committee.
RRPORT— Orders Drawn.
Bro. Grand Secretary submitted the following report of orders
drawn; which, upon his motion, was referred to the Finance Com-
mittee:
To the M. W. Grand Lodge of A. F. &^ A. M. of the State of Illinois :
The undersigned fraternally reports that the following orders have been drawn on
the Grand Treasurer at and since the last Grand Annual Communication :
For Mileage and Per Diem of Officers, Representatives and Committees
in attendance at last Communication . . . . » $16,205 20
To James A. Hawley, incidental expenses as Grand Master 265 75
To John F. Burrill, incidental expenses as Grand Secretary 813 60
To H. Dills, Grand Treasurer, office expenses . . ' 164 60
To John P. Ferns, services and expenses 145 28
To " " as Grand Tyler loo 00
To John Bennett, expenses visiting Mechanicsburg Lodge -5 50
To A. A. Glenn, expenses visiting Gill Lodge 7 50
To P. A. Armstrong, expenses visiting Streator Lodge lo cxi
To Louis Zeigler, expenses visiting Streator Lodge 10 00
To Wm. S. Easton, expenses visiting Streator Lodge 10 00
To F. Capus, services 10 00
To F. Hudson, Jr., services as D. G. Secretary 25 00
To Wm. A. Moore, assisting Grand Secretary , . 25 00
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To Patterson & Co., stationery for G. Secretary's office ij 25
To Wm. H. Burchard, stationery for Grand Lodge 10 73
To H. R. Caberey, bible-board, trunk and gavel 23 25
To R. S. McCormick, rent of hall 45° 0°
To John Conners, services as Janitor 10 00
To Altona Lodge No. 330, for family of Bro. McCowan 100 00
To A. W. Blakesley, services and expenses as Committee on Reprint . 217 45
To Jos. Robbins, Chairman Committee on Correspondence 400 00
To D. & J. B. Brown, printing reprint I.323 7^
To H. Dills, Committee on Reprint 25 00
To E. S. MuUiner, Committee on Reprint 25 00
To Joseph Robbins, expenses attending meetings of Printing Committee 21 30
To D. C. Cregier, expenses visiting Kankakee Lodge 1 1 00
To Merritt & Bro., printing report of Com. on Correspondence .... 1,021 31
To Circle Lodge No. 707, overpaid dues returned by order of Grand
Lodge 20 25
To Johnsonville Lodge No. 713. Dispensation fee paid in 1870. Ordered
refunded by Grand Lodge 50 00
To Springfield Printing Co. Printing Proceedings of 1S74 and Consti-
tution and By Laws 1,294 53
To J. H. Fawcett, 15 days services as Grand Examiner and mileage. . 124 00
To M. D. Chamberlain, same 140 3°
To A. T. Darrah, 5 days and mileage 130 20
To T. J. Prickett, 3 days and mileage and expenses visiting Collinsville
Lodge 58 60
To Charles Shober & Co., engraving and printing election certificates . 128 00
To F. Hudson, Jr., printing Blank Returns 94 00
To Calumet Lodge No. 716, overpaid dues, ordered refunded by order
of Grand Lodge 6 00
To Rome Lodge No. 721, same 6 00 -
To Lumberman's Lodge No. 717, same 3 00
To Rankin Lodge No. 725, same 5 ^5
To Omaha Lodge No. 723, same 9 75 ^
To May Lodge No. 718, same 3 75
To Golden Rule Lodge No. 726, same 9 75
To Geo. E. Lonnsbuiy, salary as Grand Master 1,50000
To John F. Burrill, salary as Grand Secretary 2,500 00
Total $27,552 80
Fraternally submitted,
JOHN F. BURRHX,
Grand Secretary.
RESOLUTION— To Remit Dues of Occidental Lodge No. 40.
R. W. Bro. T.J. Wade offered the following resolution, which,
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upon motion of Bro. Robbins, was reterred to the Finance Com-
mittee:
Resolved, That the dues of Occidental Lodge No. 40, for the present year, be
remitted, they having lost their property by fire.
REPORT— Of Printing Committee.
R. W. Bro. O. H. Miner, from the Printing Committee, sub-
mitted the following" report, which was adopted:
To the M. IF. Grand Lodge of A. F. &^ A. M. of the State of Illinois :
Your Committee on Printing respectfully reports as follows :
That immediately after the Grand Communication of 1874, they invited separate
proposals for printing the proceedings of that year, for printing one thousand copies
of the Constitution and By-Laws, and for one thousand five hundred copies of the
blanks for returns of lodges for 1875, in response to which several bids were received,
which being carefully computed in accordance with specifications, the several con-
tracts vvere let to the lowest and best bidders as follows : For printing Proceedings
and for printing Constitution and By-Laws to D. & J. B. Brown, of Springfield,
and for blanks, to Frank Hudson, Jr., of Springfield.
The cost of the Proceedings as printed was $')055-53
To which add the cost of the report on Masonic Correspondence printed
under contract of the previous year 1,021.31
Making a total of .' $2,076.84
Being about 59 cents per copy.
The cost of one thousand copies of the Constitution and By-Laws was $239, or
about 24 cents per copy.
The cost of the Blanks for Returns was $94, or about 6 cents per copy.
J A'our Committee further reports that they have opened and canvassed the bids for
the current year's printing. We find proposals from E. L. MERRrrx & Bro., D. & J. B.
Brown, Frank Hudson, Jr., The Illinois Journ.a.l Company, and the Spring-
field Printing Company, of Springfield, and from M. F. Leland, of Blooming-
ton.
On computation of the cost of the work at the several bids for the Proceedings,
we find that of D. & J. B. Brown the lowest and best, and we recommend that the
Grand Lodge award the contract to said firm, the paper to be used being the same
as their sample marked "A," of 50 pound paper, at $8 per ream.
We also recommend that the contract for Blanks for Returns be awarded to Frank
HuDSo.N, Jr., his bid being considered the most favorable for that work.
Fraternally submitted by
JOHN F. BURRILL,
O. H. MINER, )■ Committee.
JOHN M. PEARSON.
32 PROCEEDINGS OF THE [Oct.
Upon motion of M. W. Bro. Hawley, the Committee on Mile-
age and Per Diem was authorized to compute the per diem of all
Committees m attendance at this session at the rate of $5 per day.
AMENDMENTS— Called Up and Made Special Order.
The Grand Secretary called up the pending amendments to the
By-Laws, submitted at the last Annual Communication, when,
upon motion of R. W. Bro. Robbins, their consideration was made
the special order for to-morrow at 10 o'clock.
ELECTIONS— Made Special Order.
Upon motion of M. W. Bro. Cregier, the election of Grand
Officers was made the special order for 11 o'clock to-morrow.
REPORT — Committee on Grand Master's Address.
R. W. Bro. GuRNEY, from the Committee on Grand Master's
Address, submitted the following report, which was adopted:
In Annual Grand Communication, 1
Chicago, Oct. 5, 1875. J
To the M. W. Grand Lodge of A. F. or' A. M. of the State of Illinois ;
It is impossible at this late hour to do justice to the important address of our Grand
Master. It is replete with interest, and exhibits an industry in the management of the
affairs of this Grand Body that calls for generous approval.
Your Committee would refer so much of the address as refers to dispensations for
the organization of new lodges to the Committee on Lodges U. D. That so much
of the address as refers to granting dispensations for conferring the E. A. degree be
approved.
That the action of our Grand Master for the relief of suffering brethren in Kansas
be sanctioned. That all parts of the address referring to discipline be referred to
the Committee on Appeals and Grievances. That the matter of certain members of
Pera Lodc^e, asking for i-estoration of charter, be referred to Committee on Chartered
Lodges. That matters referring to Wapella Lodge be referred to the Grand Master
with power to act.
Your Committee cannot too highly commend the action of our Grand Master in
the consolidation of lodges. Your committee will further express the opinion that
renewed care should be exercised in granting dispensations for new lodges. We
now have many that are weak and incapable of doing credit to the fraternity, and
we express the hope that no new lodge will be organized that does not furnish con-
clusive proof of its ability to maintain a reputable standing among its sister bodies.
That so much of the address as appertains to " decisions " be referred to the Com-
mittee on Jurisprudence. That the complaint of Northern Light Lodge, of Wisconsin,
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sin, vs. Marengo Lodge, of this jurisdiction, be referred to Committee on Appeals and
Grievances. That the action of the Grand Master in the appointment of Represent-
atives near other Grand Bodies be approved. That so much of the address as refers
to deceased brethren be referred to the Committee on Obituaries.
T. T. GURNEY, )
S. C. WILSON, [ Commtttec.
CHAS. TROWBRIDGE, j
R. W. Bro. Hamilton, J. G. W., called for a report from the
Cotninittee appointed to prepare an installation ceremony.
M. W. Bro. Cregier, Chairman of that Committee, reported
verbally, that the Committee had not had time to complete it, but
that it would be read}" for publication in the proceedings.
W. Bro. Crocker moyed that the Committee be authorized to
publish it, and send three copies to each of the Subordinate Lodges.
Bro. Grand Secretary moyed to amend by authorizing the
Grand vSecretar}- to publish the same in the Proceedings.
The motion as amended was adopted.
RESOLUTION— To Publish Names of Officers.
R. \V. Bro. Ed. Cook offered the following resolution, which
was adopted :
Resolved, That the Grand Secretary be authorized to publish in connection with
the quarterly circular for March, or earlier, if practicable, the names of the Wor-
shipful Master and Secretary of each Subordinate Lodge, and to furnish to each
lodge the same number of copies thereof, as of Grand Lodge Proceedings.
REPORT — In Relation to the Grand Lodges of Manitoba, Prince Edward
Island and Dakota.
R. W. V>xo. RoBBixs, to whom was referred the subject of the
above Grand Lodges, submitted the following report, which was
adopted :
To the M. IV. Graftd Lodge of A. F. &- A. J/, of the State of Illuiois:
Your Committee on Masonic Correspondence, to whom was referred the commu-
nications of newly-formed Grand Lodges asking recognition as such, beg leave to
report :
That these communications sufficiently show that the proceedings in each case
were regular, and that the conditions warrant them in claiming jurisdiction within
their territorial limits.
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PROCEEDINGS OF THE [Oct.
We therefore recommend that the Grand Lodges of Dakota, Manitoba, and Prince
Edward Island be recognized as lawfully formed, and fully possessed of jurisdic-
tion in the respective political divisions occupied by them.
REPORT — Committee on Lodges under Dispensation.
The Committee on Lodges U. D. stibmitted the tbllovving
report, which was adopted :
To the M. IV. Grand Lodi^'e of A. F. &= A. M. of the Slate of Illinois :
Your Committee on Lodges U. D. ask leave to report that they have examined the
work and returns of Raritan, Waterman, Eldorado, Harbor, Carman, Gibson, Lake
Creek, Sheridan, and Canton Lodges. The work and returns of (libson, Eldorado
and Harbor we find correct and regular in every particular. That of the following
lodges is also correct except in the particulars hereinafter mentioned, viz :
RARITAN.
The Secretary neglected to spread the dispensation upon ihc rccoid, and made the
reports of committees on petitions a matter of record.
WATERMAN.
The Committee lind the same objection as in the case of Raritan.
LAKE CREEK.
In this lodge, also, the reports of the Committees on Petitions were lecoided in the
minutes.
SHERIDAN.
The returns are in such a confused state, your Connnittec arc unable to arrive at
any definite conclusion as to the work, and recommend its continuance under dis-
pensation.
CARMAN.
The W. M. allowed committees to be appointed by vote of the lodge, otherwise
he work and returns are correct, and the Secretaiy's work very neat.
This lodge makes correct return, and its work, though small, is regularly done.
The By-Laws, however, make two provisions not known to Masonic usage, but
rather opposed to the spirit and usage of Masonry. ist. They provide that the
lodge at stated meetings may be called off to a future evening ; and 2d, that a mem-
ber refusing to obey the call of the Relief Committee, to watch with a sick brother,
tshall be fined unless excused by the lodge. Your Committee concur in the recom-
mendation of the M. W. Grand Master, that the property of Morning Star Lodge
No. 30, now in the hands of a conservator, be turned over to this lodge.
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GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS.
35
We recommend that charters be issued as follows :
To Raritan, as Raritan, No. 727.
To Waterman, as V*'aterman, No. 72S.
To Lake Creek, as Lake Creek, No. 729.
To Eldorado, as Eldorado, No. 730.
To Harbor, as Harbor, No. 731.
To Carman, as Carman, No. 732.
To Gibson, as Gibson, No. 733.
To Canton, as Morning Star, No. 734.
All of which is fraternally submitted.
D. HAMMOND, 1
F. NEWLAN, 1 Committee on
LOUIS ZIEGLER,
T. W. HAY.
j" Lodges U. D.
J
The Committee subsequently submitted the following report
regarding- Sheridan Lodge, which was also adopted:
To the M. II '. Grand Lodge of A. F. &^ A. M. of the State of Lltinois :
Your Committee on Lodges U. D. would respectfully ask leave to make the fol-
lowing supplementary report, viz :
That, .since their regular report was made, they have received additional evidence
and explanations in regard to Sheridan Lodge U. D., from which they come to the
conclusion that said lodge may be granted a charter, and that the good of Masonry
will not suffer in consequence thereof, and would therefore recommend that a char-
ter be granted to said lodge as Sheridan Lodge No. 735.
All of which is respectfully submilled.
T. W. HAY, )
B. F. NEWLAN, \ Committee.
LOUIS Zn':GLER, \
TABULAR STATEMENT ACCOMPANYING REPORT OF COMMITTEE
ON LODGES l^NDEK DISPENSATION.
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14
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26
Waterman
13
4
4
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26
Eldorado
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2
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20
Harbor
9
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2
2
2
16
Carman
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12
12
10
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19
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29
15
8
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2
2
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31
18
17
Canton
29
Total
182
TO
57
54
20
202
36 PROCEEDINGS OF* THE [Oct.
RESOLUTION— Thanks to Singers.
W. Bro. GiNTHER offered the following resolution, which was
adopted unanimously :
Resolved, That the thanks of this Grand Lodge are due and are hereby tendered
to the Brethren who furnished the most excellent music at the opening ceremonies
this morning.
CALLED OFF.
At 5 o'clock, p. m., the Grand Lodge was called from labor to
relreshinent.
SECOND DAY— MORNING SESSION.
Wednesday, Octobek 6th, 1875, \
Nine o'clock a. m. i
The Graml Lodge was called to labor, the M. W. Grand Mas-
ter in the East.
Prayer by the R. W. Grand Chaplain.
REPORT — Committee on Appeals and Grievances.
The Committee on Appeals and Grievances submitted their
report, which, upon motion of R. W. Bro. Mlnn, was considered
seriatim and, the recommendations of the Committee in the several
cases being approved by the Grand Lodge, the report was adopted.
To the M. W. Grand Lodge of A. F. &^ A. M. of the State of Illi)iois :
Your Committee on Appeals and Grievances would respectfully report that they
have carefully, and with much patience, examined and inquired into all cases of
appeals which have conic before them, and submit the following as the result of
their labors :
No. I.
Thomas McGill, ^
vs. y Appeal.
Blue Grass Lodge No. 407. J
This is an appeal taken by Thomas McGill, from the action of Blue Grass
Lodge No. 407, in not finding one John W. Brewer, guilty of charges as set forth
in the papers in this case.
1^750 (iKANO LODGE OK ILLINOIS. 37
The principal charges and specifications were for the forgery of the name of one
Geo. W. Luckey and C. P. Evertons, to a note of hand given for one thousarid
dollars, which note was sued upon in court, and the question legally settled by a
judgment rendered against Brewer, Luckey and Evertons, and the amount col-
lected.
The evidence before the committee we do not deem sufficient to convict John W.
Brewer, the brother charged, even if the same had not been adjudicated upon by
a legal tribunal. We therefore recommend that the action of the Lodge be sus
tained, and the appeal dismissed.
No. 2.
George W. Luckey, )
vs. ^ Appeal.
Blue Grass Lodge No. 407. j
This is an appeal of Geo. W. Luckey from the action of Blue Grass Lodge No.
407, in not finding one Jesse Piles guilty of unmasonic conduct, in having said that
Bro. Geo. W. Luckey had sworn to a lie.
The difficulty in this case arose out of the formation of a new school district, and
statements made relating thereto, and a trial in court, at which Bro. LucKEY was a
witness.
From the evidence before us, your committee are of the opinion that it is clearly
proven, that if Bro. Piles did make the statement that Bro. Luckey " swore to a
lie," that the statement was true. Your committee therefore recommend that the
appeal be dismissed, and the action of the Lodge sustained.
No. 3.
John H. Crocker, \
vs. y Appeal.
Maro.4. Lodge, No. 454. J
This is an appeal by John fi. Crocker from the action of Maroa Lodge, which
failed to find one of its members guilty on charges of a grave nature.
The evidence in this case is incomplete. The Secretary certifies that no one was
appointed to take down the testimony, and that much evidence of importance was
omitted.
Your committee therefore recommend that the action of the Lodge be set aside,
and a new trial ordered.
No. 4.
Petek M. McDonald, Geo. B. Davis, and J. M. Hotchkiss, )
vs. V Appeal.
Cleveland Lodge No. 211. J
This is an appeal taken by Peter McDonald, Geo. B. Davis, and J. M. Hotch-
kiss, from the action of Cleveland Lodge, which failed to find one of its members
guilty.
38 PROCEEDINGS OF THE [Oct.
• Your Committee cannot let this case pass, without briefly alhiding to the nature
of the charges.
Our Grand Lodge By-Laws clearly provide " That Lodges shall not take cogni-
zance of difficulties of a legal character, growing out of business transactions between
brethren, for the purpose of adjusting mere legal rights, pecuniary or otherwise, unless
such charges shall clearly specify fraud on the part of the alleged offender.
The charges in this case are composed of eleven specifications. Not one of which
shpuld be entertained by any Lodge, they being of a legal character, growing out
of business transactions.
Your committee are of opinion that Cleveland Lodge has grossly erred in this case
in two particulars : 1st. In entertaining the charges, which were received by the Lodge
by almost a unanimous vote. 2d. In taking the vote collectively on the specifica-
tions.
The accused was tried on only two of the eleven specifications, nine of them
being ruled out at the commencement of the trial. At the conclusion of the trial, the
vote was taken collectively, as to guilty, or not guilty, on both specifications upon
which the accused was tried, and he was declared not guilty, thus clearly violating
Section III, Article VI, Part Third, Grand Lodge By-Laws, which provides that
the vote shall be taken separately on each specification.
Your committee find nothing in the testimony to show that there was any traud
committed, or even intended, and therefore recommend that the appeal be dismissed.
No. 5.
John C. Wilson, ~j
t>s. > Appeal.
HuNTsviLLE Lodge No. 465. )
This is an appeal brought by John C. Wilson from the action of said Ilunts-
ville Lodge, from which he was suspended for non-payment of dues.
The records of this Lodge show that their proceedings were Irregular and not in
accordance with the Grand Lodge By-Laws, having failed to give the notices as
required by the By-Laws.
We therefore recommend that the action of the Lodge be set aside for informalities.
No. 6.
R. M. Wood, ]
vs. ^Appeal.
Bromwell Lodge No. 451. )
R. M. Wood appeals from the action of Bromwell Lodge, which failed to find
one of its members guilty on charges brought by the said Wood.
The testimony in this case clearly shows that the charges grew out of the sale of
a Sewing machine and the collection of certain promissory notes.
Our Grand Lodge By-Laws clearly define what are Masonic offences, yet the
officers and members of many Lodges utterly fail to comprehend a knowledge of
the law, which, under our present code of By-Laws, are so plain that a wayfaring
lS75-] GRAXD I.ODGE OF IT.LINOIS. 39
man need not err, and still continue to lug in difficulties of a legal character, grow-
ing out of business transactions, thereby disturbing the peace and harmony of the
members.
Although Bromwell Lodge did wrong in entertaining the charges, clearly con-
trary to law, your committee are compelled to recommend that the appeal be dis-
missed.
No. 7.
A. BURSON, ^
7Af. I Appeal.
SiKATTON Tx)r)i;F No. 41 >S. J
This appeal is taken by A. Burson from the action of Stratton Lodge, from which
he was expelled.
Your committee, after a careful examination of the evidence, (ind that Stratton
Lodge had no jurisdiction in the case ; it being strictly of a legal character, growing
out of a business transaction.
We therefore recommend that the action of the Lodge be set aside, and that A.
BuRSON be restored to all the rights and privileges of Masonry.
No. S. ■
[OHN Kf.MPKR,
Appeal.
Indpstrv Lodc.f, No. 327.
This case, from the papers submitted to your committee, shows strange proceed-
ures on the part of the Lodge, and a want of knowledge and information on the
part of the officers.
The accused, John Kemper, was expelled by said Lodge bya vote of thirteen
to two.
The evidence in this case shows that the accused was notified to appear at a stated
communication and pay his dues, which he failed to do. The Secretary was then in-
structed to notify him to appear at the next stated meeting, and show cause why he
should not be suspended for non-payment of dues, which he also failed to do.
At the next stated communication charges were preferred against the said Kemper
for disobeying summons, on which he was tried at a subsequent meeting and ex-
pelled.
There is no evidence that he ever received a cojiy of the charges, or notice of
time and place of trial. Neither does it appear that he was ever summoned to ap-
pear, or that he was even a member of the Lodge, or indebted to the same.
The appellant sets forth in his appeal, that he was not a member of the Lodge at
the time, and furnishes a copy of a dimit issued by said Lodge in 1866, to substan-
tiate the same.
The Secretary, in a written communication, sets forth that the said John Kemper
did, in 1868, petition the said Lodge, and was elected a member, but it is not offered
in evidence.
40 PROCEEDINGS OF THE [Oct. ^
Your committee recommend that the action of the Lodge be set aside, and that
the said John Kemper he restored to all the rights and privileges he enjoyed before
the trial.
No. 9.
Samuel A. Whitten, 1
7.'^. y Appeal.
Ftllmore Lodge No. 670. j
This is an appeal taken by Samuel A. Written from the action of Fillmore
Lodge, from which he was indefinitely suspended for unmasonic conduct.
There are no papers before your committee except the appeal, which was filed, a^
appears on the docket, on the 28th day of August last. The grounds set forth in the
appeal are :
1st. That on the night of trial the accused was refused admission for the reason
that he had just left the bedside of his wife, who was sick with the small-pox, and was
informed that the trial would be postponed.
2d. That he was not notified of the time to which the trial had been postjioned.
3d. That he has since' learned that he was tried and suspended, hut never
received any notice, as prescribed by the Grand Lodge By-La ivs
4th. That had he been present at the time of the trial, he could have shown
mitigating circumstances, which would have changed the action of said Lodge in
the verdict.
5th. That he gave notice to the Secretary of said Lodge that he appealed from
their action to the Grand Lodge.
It appears to your committee that the appellant has performed all required on his
part, to bring his case before the Grand Lodge, and is now left to suffer, because
Fillmore Lodge has failed to furnish a transcript of their records in this case, as
required by the Grand Lodge By-Laws.
If the statements are true, as set forth in the appeal, Fillmore Lodge is highly
censurable for neglect of duty.
We therefore recommend that this case be remanded for a new trial.
No. 10.
A. J. Stroud,
Appeal.
Frankfort Lodge No. 567.
This is an appeal taken by A. J. Stroud, Junior Warden, from the action of Frank-
fort Lodge, which failed to inflict any punishment on Samuet. Hamilton (a Fellow
Craft) after having been found guilty.
The charges in this case were for drunkenness and keeping a woman of bad
character, which is clearly proven by the testimony in the case, and admissions of
the accused, on which he was found guilty, but the Lodge failed to inflict any pun-
ishment. Whereupon the Grand Master was notified of the action of the Lodge,
who ordered them to inflict some punishment, which resulted simply in a reprimand.
l875'] GRAND LODGE OK tl.MNOIS. 4I
Your committee are fully of the opinion that the punishment inflicted by the
Lodge is inadequate for the offence, as shown by the proceedings. We therefore
recommend that the action of the Lodge be set aside and that the said Samuel
Hamilton be indefinitely suspended from all the rights and privileges of Masonry.
Allen Wait, "|
vs. \
Marcelline Lod(;e No. 114. J
No. 11.
Appeal.
In this case Bro. Allen Wali, appeals from the action of Marcelline Lodge, in
failing to find James M. Duncan and John W. Richards guilty on charges of
gross unmasonic conduct. In the case of James M. Duncan, he was charged with
calling Bro. John W. Richards "A lying ," to the great detriment
of Masonry. In the case of JoHN W. Richards, he was charged with calling
Bro. James M Duncan a liar, and with striking him in anger.
The evidence in this case clearly proves that the charges were fully sustained,
and that the Lodge committed a great error in not finding both Duncan and
Richards guilty and inflicting punishment.
Your committee are fully satisfied that the appeal is well taken, and recommend
that the action of the Lodge be set aside, and that James M. Duncan and John
W. Richards lie indefinitely suspended from all the rights and privileges of Ma-
sonry, during the pleasure of this Grand Lodge.
No. 12.
David Perkine, "j
Z's. I- Appeal.
Newton Lod(;e No. 216. J
This is an appeal by D.\\ID Perrine from the action of Newton Lodge, from
which he was expelled.
There are three specific charges, only one of which was proven, viz :, That the
said Perrine had been frequently engaged in, private piques and quarrels with
Bro. Thos. R. Ames, to such an extent as to attract the attention of those who were
not Masons.
The evidence this case shows that of the two, Ames was the sinning party. Still,
there is evidence sufficient to convict the said Perrine.
Your committee are of the opinion that the punishment inflicted by said Lodge
was too severe for the offense charged. We therefore recommend that the penalty
be modified from expulsion to indefinite suspension.
No. 13.
Sylvester Stevens, "i
vs. - Appeal.
Knoxville Lodge No. 66. )
SYL^"ESTER Stevens appeals from the action of Knoxville Lodge, which found
James Boyd guilty on certain charges, by a vote of 16 for, and 3 against.
* 6
A2 PROCEEDINGS OF THE [Oct.
The charges in this case are for shooting a member of said Lodge, who has since
been suspended. There are certain extenuating circumstances connected with this
case, as appears in the evidence, which go far to mitigate the crime charged. Yet,
your committee are fully of the opinion that Section III, Article VI, Part Third,
of the Grand Lodge By-Laws, fully settles the fact that when any Mason, after due
trial, shall be found guilty of unmasonic conduct, punishment shall follow which
shall be proportionate to the offense. We therefore recommend that Knoxvillc
Lodge be censured for a violation of the above law. and that James Boyh be sus-
pended from all the rights and benefits of Masonry until the ist day of June, 1876.
No. 14.
William T. Baker, j
vs. > Appeal.
Fisher Lodge No. 585. )
This is an appeal from the action of Fisher Lodge taken by Wm. T. Baker.
The said Baker was found guilty by a vote of twenty-tw<> to one, and expelled
by a vote of twenty-one to two. The charges in this case were for false swearing
and lying generally, which were fully sustained by the testimony. We therefore
recommend that the proceedings of the Lodge be approved and appeal dismissed.
No. 15.
C. J. Jenkins, ]
vs. [ Appeal.
Olney Lodge No. 140. J
This is an appeal taken by C. J. Jenkins from llie action ol Olney Lodge, from
which he was expelled. The said Jenkins was charged in three specifications, as
follows: 1st. Seduction. 2d. Fornication. 3d. Keeping a disorderly house on
the Sabbath.
He was found guilty on the first and second specifications. After a careful
examination of the case, we are of the opinion that the proceedings were regular and
the action of the Lodge highly commendable. We therefore recommend that the
appeal be dismissed.
Ng. 16.
John E. Chadwick, ]
vs. y Appeal.
Landmark Lodge No. 422. J
This is an appeal brought by John E. Chadwick, of Landmark Lodge, from
the action of said Lodge in failing to find John P. Thorndike guilty of embezzle-
ment.
This, like several of the preceding cases, originated in legal matters growing out
of business transactions. It being just that class of cases which our present code of
l875-] GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. 43
By-Laws have intended to exclude. We therefore recommend that the appeal be
dismissed.
No. 17.
James V. Dexter, ^
vs. \ Appeal.
Oriental Lodge No. 33. )
In this case the appellant appeals from the action of the Lodge suspending him
indefinitely for non-payment of dues.
The proceedings in the case are regular, and in conformity with the By-Laws of
the Grand Lodge governing trials for non-payment of dues ; and upon merely tech-
nical considerations, the action of the Lodge should perhaps be sustained.
Your committee are compelled to say, however, that a broader view of the case
will not warrant the conclusion, and that the trial should not have been had. The
papers m the case show that for the last six years, including the five for which the
books of Oriental Lodge show Bro. Dexter to have been in arrears for dues, the
appellant has been a member of, and has regularly paid dues to Central Lodge No.
6, Colorado, of which Tei'ritory he has been a resident since 1868. And further,
that in the latter part of the year 1873, he was appointed Worshipful Master of a new
lodge in that jurisdiction, which has doubtless 'ere this received a charter.
In Colorado, as in Illinois, being named in the charter of a new lodge, dimits a
brother from his former affiliation.
In view of these facts, your committee think that equity towards the brother and
comity towards a sister Grand Lodge holding to the same interpretation of Masonic
law with our own, should have restrained the lodge from insisting on its pound of
flesh, even though through his failure to become regularly dimitted, it may have
been nominated in the bond.
We therefore recommend that the judgment of the Lodge be set aside.
No. 18.
John Mickey,
Appeal.
RUSSELLVILI.E LoUGK No. 348.
John Mickey appeals from the action of Russellville Lodge, which failed to find
a member guilty on charges brought by the said MiCKEY, growing out of the sale of
five shoats.
It is one of the most amusing cases which has come before the committee, and
fully illustrates the ignorance of some of the officers and "members who manage th e
affairs of our time-honored Institution, and were it not for trespassing too much on
the time of this Grand Body, we would like to present all the papers in this case as
an illustration. Is is presumed that the case was tried before a committee, who
assumed the function of a jury, and decided the case without any action on the pait
of the Lodge, as appears from the records.
44 PROCEEDINGS OF THE [Oct.
Your committee recommend that the appeal be dismissed and that the officers and
members of Russellville Lodge be fraternally requested to carefully read the Grand
Lodge By-Laws relating to Masonic offenses and trials.
No. 19.
John H. Adams, Wm. Scheffer, and D. C. Heeley, ~|
vs. \ Appeal.
Trenton Lodge No. 109. J
This is a case of grievance growing out of infringement of jurisdiction. Scott
Lodge No. 89, at Carlyle, received the petition and initiated a man who resided
within the jurisdiction of Trenton Lodge No. 109.
The Secretary of Trenton Lodge was instructed to correspond with Scott Lodge
in regard to the matter, which he did, but received no answer. The S. W. of Tren-
ton Lodge, at a later period, had a conversation with the W. M. of Scott Lodge on
the subject, and he refused to turn over the fee. The County Surveyor of Clinton
County (in which both Lodges are situated) certifies that the distance from the resi-
dence of the applicant is three-quarters of a mile in favor of Trenton Lodge. We
therefore recommend that Scott Lodge No. 89, be required to pay over to Trenton
Lodge No. 109, all the fees received from said petitioner.
No. 30.
Francis M. Pickett. ^
vs. > Appeal.
Harrishukc Lodge No. 325. )
This is an appeal taken by Francis M. Pickett against the action of Harris-
burg Lodge No. 325, for refusing to find Bro. S. S. Stricki.er guilty.
Your committee have examined with much care, the reasons given for the appeal,
and the objections made by the appellee to the manner and mode of the proceed-
ings of the Lodge at the time of the trial, and can find no good cause for the objec
tions, even if the Lodge had the right to try the brother upon the charges. The
matter upon which the charges were founded, being purely of a business nature and
growing out of business transactions, should never have been entertained by the
Lodge, being in direct violation of Section H, Article TI, of Part Third, of the
Grand Lodge By-Laws.
Your committee recommend that the action of the Lodge be sustained.
No. 21.
F. N. IlESS,
Appeal.
Equality Lodge No. 2. '
The facts in this case as shown from the proceedings of the Lodge are as follows '
F. N. Hess was indefinitely suspended for non-payment of dues. At a subsequent
'^75*] * GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. 45
date he paid up his dues and petitioned the Lodge to be reinstated to member-
ship. The vote was taken upon the application and the Lodge refused to restore
him to membership, but did restore him to good standing as a Mason. From this
action Bro. Hess appeals, and sets up the claim that they were I'equired to restore
him to membership.
Section V, Article X, Part Third, of the Grand Lodge By-Laws, provides that a
Lodge may, by a vote of two-thirds of the members present, restore a Mason indefi-
nitely suspended, to membership, or to good standing in the fraternity only, leaving
him non-afiiliated. We therefore recommend that the appeal be dismissed.
We have carefully examined so much of the Grand Masters' address as relates to
discipline and kindred matters, which was referred to us, and find nothing which
should come before this Committee, and therefore recommend that the same be
referred to the Committee on Jurisprudence.
H. W. HUBBARD, ]
M. H. WILMOT, I
A. W. BLAKESLEY, [ Committee.
JOSEPH DRYAS, |
JOSEPH HOLLAND. J
SPECIAL ORDER— -Amendments to By-Laws.
The hour of the special order having arrived, the amendments
to the By-Laws proposed at the last Annual Communication
v\^cre taken up.
Amendment No. i, as follows: '•'■Resolved^ That Article XXI,
Part Second, of the Grand Lodge By-Laws, he, and is herehy
repealed," being brought liefore the Grand Lodge and put to vote,
was declared lost.
Dm-ing the discussion on the above amendment the hour for
special order — election of officers — arrived and was by vote of
the Grand Lodge, postponed until 2 o'clock p. m.
REPORT— Of Grand Secretary.
The Grand Secretary submitted his report of moneys received
which was referred to the Committee on Finance.
46
PROCEEDINGS OF THE
[Oct.
GRAND SECRETARY'S ACCOUNT.
jliN F. BUKRILl,, Gi-itnd Secretary, in accoitnf rvilli
The M. W. Grand Lodgf. of Ilunois :
DR.
LODGE DUES FOR THE YEAR 1875.
Bodley
Equality
Harmony
Springlield
•Macon
Rushville
St. Johns
Warren
Peoria
Temperance
Macomb
Clinton
Hancock
Cass ....
St. Clair
Franklin
Hiram
Piasa
Pekin
Mt. Vernon
Oriental
Barry
Charleston
Kavanaugh
Monmniitli
Olive Branch .
Herman . . .
Occidental
Mt. Johet
Bloomington
Hardin
Griggsville
Temple
Caledonia
Unity
Cambridge
Carroll ton
Mt. Moriah
Benevolent
Jackson
Reclamation
Washington
Pittsfleld
Trio
Fraternal
New Boston
Belvidere
Lacon
St. Mark 88
Benton ....
Euclid. .
Knoxville .
Acacia . .
Kaples
Eureka
Social
Central
Chester
Rockton
Roscoe
Mt. Nebo
Prairie
Waukegan
Scott
Whitehall
Vitrnvius
Metamora
DeWitt
Mitchell
Kaskuskia
Mt. Pulaski
Havana
Fellowship
Jerusalem Temple
Metropolis
Stewart
Toulon
Perry
Samuel H. Davis . .
^Excelsior
Taylor
Sdwardsville
Astoria
Rocklord
Magnolia
Lewistown
Winchester
Lancaster
Fayette
Versailles
Trenton
Lebanon
Jonesboro
Bureau
Robert Burns
Marcelline
Rising Sun
Vermont
Elgin
Waverly
Henry
Mound
66
$50 25
()7
62 25
68
28 50
69
34 50
70
37 50
71
56 25
ri
64 50
74
47 25
75
51 75
76
66 75
77
68 25
78
90 00
79
39 75
80
73 50
81
30 75
82
28 50
84
84 00
85
33 00
86
62 25
87
45 75
88
89 00
89
68 25
90
168 75
91
57 00
92
45 75
93
44 -25
95
52 50
96
24 00
97
74 25
98
38 25
99
64 50
100
47 25
102
122 25
lOH
37 50
10+
42 75
105
54 00
106
31 50
107
12 75
108
43 00
109
45 00
no
56 25
111
86 75
112
83 25
\VA
89 00
114
30 00
11.5
33 00
116
56 25
117
72 00
118
42 75
119
24 00
122
78 00
•S73.]
GRAND LODGE OF ri.LINOIS.
J.OIXiK Dl'KS l-OH rill-. \!:.\i; \ S-J :^--^. ("n////nuC(/.
47
NO. i DUES.
Oquawka ' 123 ! $37 50
Cedar 124 64 50
Greenup 125 18 75
Empire 126 S2 25
Antioch 127 ' 33 00
Kaleigh 128 39 75
Greenfield •••• 129, 47 25
INfarion 130 57 00
Golconda 131 43 40
Mackinaw 132 25 50
Marshall 133 65 25
Sycamore 134 92 25
Lima 135 83 00
HutsonviUe 136 IS 75
Polk 137 37 50
Marengo 138 63 00
Olney 140 69 00
Garden City 141 ! 130 50
Ames I 142 ! 43 50
Richmond i 143 ; 48 75
DeKalb I 144 , 72 75
. A . W . Rawsou 145 39 ou
Lee Centre 146 33 00
Clayton ! 147 ^ 43 50
Bloomfleld ' 148 ! 52 50
Effingham i 149 : 41 25
Vienna I 150 i 46 50
Bunker Hill I I5I 39 00
Fidelity I52 83 25
Clay 153 30 00
Russell 154 ' 39 00
Alpha 155 lOS 75
Delavan I56 [ 56 25
Urbana I 157 1 91 50
McHeury I58 ' 27 75
Wethersfleld 159 ' 49 50
Waubansia 160 ) 143 25
Virden . . ' lol > 57 75
Hope i 162 1 44 25
Edward Dobbins \ 104; 3150
Atlanta ' ig5 j 3S 25
Star in the East IO6 i26 uo
Milford ! 16S ! 2775
Nunda 1 169 ; 38 25
Evergreen i 170 1 84 00
(Sirard ' 17I 51 uo
Wayne 172 15 75
Cherry Valley 173 1 39 75
Lena 174 ! 60 00
Matteson ; 175 134 25
Mendota 176 I 96 00
Illinois Central 1 178 1 97 50
"Wabash i 179 ■ 35^5
Moweaqua .. j 180; 42 00
Moultrie 181 45 75
Germania 182 I 188 75
Meridian | 183 1 43 50
Mystic Tie j 1S7 ' 86 00
Cyrus I 188 i 36 75
Dundee 190 33 00
Farmington 192 : 54 75
Herrick 198 ! 27 00
Freedom... 194 1 42 00
Louisville | 196 ; 42 00
King Solomon's 1 197; 43 5o
NO. DUES.
Grandview
Homer
Sheba
Central ia
Lavelv _
Flora!:
Corinthian
Fairfield
Tamaroa
Wilmington
Wm. B.Warren ...
Lincoln
Cleveland
Shipman
Il)ava
Gillespie
Newton
Mason
New Salem
Oakland
Leroy
Geo. Washington
Keeney
Pana
Columbus
Lovingtcn
Manchester
New Haven
Wyanet
Farmers
Blandinsvilie
DuQuoin
Dallas City
Charter Oak
Cairo
Black Hawk. . ..
Mt. Carmel . . . .
Western Star. . .
Shekinah
Galva
Horicon
Greenville
El Paso
Rob Morris
Golden Gate. ..
Hibbard
Robinson
Hey worth
Aledo
Avon Harmonj' .
Aurora ". .
Donnelson
Algonquin
Warsaw
Chemung
Mattoon
Amon
Channahon
Illinois
Franklin Grove.
Vermihon
Kingston
La Prairie
Paris
Whealon
198
$34 50
199
30 75
200
35 25
201
84 75
203
35 25
204
46 50
205
33 00
206
33 00
207
26 25
208
78 00
209
147 75
210
54 75
211
315 75
212
30 no
213
48 75
214
19 50
216
27 75
217
41 25
218
33 00
219
, 51 00
221
48 75
222
39 00
223
IS 00
226
80 75
227
25 50
228
38 2.'S
229
27 75
230
30 (10
231
30 75
232
23 25
23a
55 511
284
45 75
235
60 75
236
66 00
237
96 75
238
48 75
239
48 00
240
80 00
241
51 00
243
45 75
244
70 50
245
43 50
24(i
53 25
247
47 26
218
38 25
249
52 50
230
83 00
251
45 00
252
55 50
253
42 00
254
94 50
255
28 50
256
24 75
257
35 25
268
31 50
260
75 7.)
261
58 50
262
33 75
263
4S 00
264
45 00
265
38 25
266
44 25
267 :
30 00
268 i
44 25
269 ;
47 25
4S
ri?OC£EUINGS OP' THE
[Oct.
LODGE DUES FOR THE YEAR 1S75 Contimied.
LODGE.
NO.
DUES.
$35 25
117 00
48 75
67 50
37 .50
30 00
66 75
64 .50
41 25
35 25
30 00
66 75
51 00
42 75
27 75
45 00
30 00
41 25
70 50
61 50
33 75
86 25
40 .50
59 25
25 .50
21 00
34 50
.36 75
89 75
48 00
33 75
87 75
162 75
.56 25
114 75
168 00
69 75
40 50
41 25
31 .50
26 25
22 00
51 75
78 00
63 00
64 50
16 50
58 50
54 75 1
29 25
85 25
22 50
94 50
78 00
59 25
57 00
84 50
38 00
30 00
27 75
87 50
18 75
45 00
26 25
83 75
LODGE.
NO.
DUK.S.
Levi Lusk
270
271
272
273
274
276
277
278
279
280
282
283
285
286
287
288
291
292
293
291
295
296
297
298
299
800
302
303
804
305
.300
307
308
309
310
311
312
313
314
;ji5
316
817
318
319
321
.322
323
325
327
328
.380
.331
832
383
334
385
386
337
839
340
341
342
344
345
346
347
348
.349
360
351
852
853
354
355
356
3.59
360
361
362
364
865
366
867
368
369
370
.371
872
373
874
377
378
879
380
882
383
384
385
386
387
388
389
390
891
392
393
394
395
396
397
898
399
400
4)2
403
404
405
406
407
408
4u9
410
411
412
418
414
416
417
415
418
$27 00
Blaney
18 .50
Sublette
21 75
Fairview
Tarbolton . .
Groveland
Kinderhook
Ark and Anchor
Marine
42 00
73 50
Elizabeth
21 00
2() 25
Jo Daviess
Neoga
liansas
Broolclyn
56 25
28 .511
Hermitage
.37 .50
27 00
Prince ville
Douglas
Noble
Tonica
3(» 75
Catlin
42 75
Plymouth
De Soto
41 25
27 75
Genoa
Bement
44 25
Wataga
Chenoa
46 50
Oxford
31 50
Proi)helstown
27 00
64 50
Dills
Middlcton
19 50
Quincy
ijenjamin
Livingston .,..
42 75
72 75
24 00
IMeelianicsburg
Shabbona
42 UO
Hanover
■ 43 .50
Durand
Aroma
21 00
Raven
44 25
Liberty
Gill
LaMoille
29 25
Onarga
W. C. Hobbs
28 .50
32 25
T. J. Pickett
Waltliiim
31 .50
26 25
Harvard
Dearborn
Biidgeport
2(j 25
30 00
Kihvinuig
El Dara
28 50
ionic
York
Kankakee
68 75
22 .50
Palatine
45 75
Erwin
Oconee
IJlair
37 .50
Abraham .Jonas
133 50
New Liberty
J. L. Anderson
Jersey ville
H. G. Reynolds
67 50
22 50
Doric
Muddv Point
01 .50
Diinlap
■ Shiloh
21 (Ml
Windsor
Kinnuindy
lUida
42 75
Orient
34 .50
Harrisburg
Industry
Pacitic
51 00
Kishwaukee
22 .50
Grafton
Mason City . . ."
70 50
Altona
69 DO
Mt. Erie
Rainsey
Bethalto
34 50
Tuscola
19 .50
Tyrian
24 75
Sumner
Stratton
Thos. J. Turner
Mithra
46 50
Schiller
New Columbia . .
71 25
72 00
Oneida
Saline
llesyeria
Bollen
151 50
26 25
Kedron
Full Moou
Forreston
Evening Star
19 20
3> 75
Summerfteld
Paxlon"
Marseilles
.54 00
37 .50
Milledgeville
22 50
N. D. Morse
Freeburg
86 00
IS75-1
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS.
49
LODGE DUES FOR THE YEAR 1875. — Continued,
Reynoldsbnrg ..
Oregon
Washburn
Landmark
Lanark
Exeter
Kaneville
Scottville
Red Bud
Sunbeam
Summit
Murray ville
Annawan
Makanda
Neponset
Philo
Chicago
Luce
Camargo
Sparland
Casey
Hampshire
Cave-in-Rock. . .
Chesterfield . . .
Watseka
S. D. Monroe. . .
Yates City
Mendon
Loami
Bromwell
Grant
New Hartford . . .
Mavoa
Irving
Nokomis
Moscow
Blazing Star
Butler
Jeffersonville ...
Plain view
Tremont
Palmyra
Denver
Huntsville
Cobden
South Macon
Cheney's Grove. .
McLean
Rantoul
Kendall
Amity
Gordon
Columbia
Walshville
Manito
New Rutland
Pleiades
Wyoming
Logan
Momence
Lexington
Edgewood
Oskaloosa
Bowen
Andrew Jackson .
419
1 $39 25
421)
j 43 50
421
22 50
422
75 00
423
44 25
424
21 75
425
23 25
426
85 25
427
24 00
428
46 50
4.31
82 25
482
34 50
438
23 25
484
50 25
435
24 00
486
36 00
437
123 75
439
49 50
440
44 25
441
33 75
442
32 25
443
21 00
444
26 25
445
80 75
446
43 50
447
27 75
448
51 75
449
40 50
450
46 50
451
49 50
452
28 50
453
21 75
454
49 50
455
.38 75
456
39 75
457
27 on
458
34 50
459
23 2.-.
460
21 00
461
16 50
462
18 75
468
.39 7.1
464
26 25
465
42 T5
466
27 00
467
65 25
46S
51 00
469
23 25
470
83 25
471
25 50
472
48 60
473
29 25
474
80 iiO
475
32 25
476
25 50
477
23 25
478
165 00
479
59 25
480
49 50
481
45 75
4S3
42 75
484
21 00
485
13 50
486
21 00
487
31 50
Clav City 488 $.80 75
Coo"per 489 : 24 7.")
Shannon 490 28 .Vi
Martin 491 35 2.'>
Libertyville 492 4125
Tower Hill 498 iJT 00
Bath 494 37 "^O
Stone Fort 495 45 I'O
Tennessee 496 , 35 25
Alma 497' 36 00
Murphysboro 498 , 42 00
Saint Paul 500, 30 00
Stark 501 I 22 50
Woodhiill I 502 1 39 00
Odin 503 36 "5
East.St. Louif 504 | 49 50
Meridian Sun I 505 1 40 50
O.H.Miner 506 25.10
Manteno 507 i 14 25
Home 508 , 153 '^5
Parkersburg 509 ' 28 25
J. D. Moody 510 35 To
Wade-Barney 512 97 50
• Cold Spring 513 19 50
Bradford 514 42 T.5
Dement 515 43 50
Andalusia 516 18^5
Litchfield 517 45^5
Abraham Lincoln 518 39 T5
Roseville 519 34 50
Anna 520 28 50
lUiopolis 521 2700
Chatham 523 85 25
Delia i 526 1 26 25
Covenant | .526 1.50 75
Rossville i 527 27 TS
Minooka ^ 528 38 75
Adams \ .529 19 50
Maquon ' 580 48 00
Ashton . 531 24 75
Seneca 532 34 50
Freemanton. .. 533 86 00
Cuba 534 34 50
Sherman 535 30 75
Plainfield... i 536 36 00
J. K. Gorin I 587 34 50
Chatsworth 589 28 50
Harlem i 640 37 60
Sigel ' 541 12 00
Cordova 548 18 75
Virginia i 6't4 26 25
Valley \ 547 2;^ 25
Apple River 548 30 75
Newark , .549 17 25
Sharon ; 550 28 50
Darwin ' .551 2o 25
Ancona j 562 34 .50
Kyle , .553 36 75
Plum River '. . . | 554 33 00
Humboldt .555 26 25
Dawson ! 666 41 26
Lessing 567 6" 00
Leland 5.58 2l 75
Thomson [ 559 26 25
Madison 560 43 50
PROCEEDINGS OF THE
[Oct.
LODGE DUES FOR THE YEAR \'^^-y— Continued.
Trinity
Villa Ridge ...
Hamilton
Wiuslow
Pleasant Hill..
Albany
Frankfort
Jacksonville .
Bardolph
Gardner
Capron
O' Fallon
Viola
Prairie City..-
Elbridge
Hazel Dell ....
Dongola
Shirley
Highland
Vespt'r
Fi?ber
Princeton
.Troy
Elwood
Fairmount
Fieldon
Lodi.
Miles Hart.. ..
National
Lostant
Dorchester . . .
Fowler
LaClede
Watson
Clark
Hebron
Allen
Streator
Piper
Sheldon
Union Park —
Lincoln Park . .
Rock River . .
Patoka
Forrest . . ."
Wadley
Milan
Basco
Berwick
New Hope
Venice
Hopedale
Locust
Dubois
Melrose
Union
Mosaic
Old Time
Tuscan
Norton
Ridge Farm
E F W. Ellis
Buckley
Rochester
Peotonf
Burlington. . .
561
SHi
56.3
664
565
566
.567
5T0
572
573
575
576
677
578
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580
581
582
583
584
.585
587
588
689
.590
592
694
595
596
597
598
599
601
602
603
604
605
607
608
609
610
611
612
613
614
616
617
618
619
620
621
622
623
624
635
627
628
629
630
631
634
685
636
637
$61 50
23 25
24 75
28 50
40 50
33 75
54 00
78 00
36 75
49 50
39 00
40 50
28 50
37 50
39 00
32 25
23 25
27 00
21 75
55 50
28 50
38 25
24 75
28 50
29 25
34 50
15 00
41 25
76 50
24 00
15 75
21 00
20 25
14 25
32 25
32 25
24 00
67 50
28 50
27 00
72 00
66 75
78 00
36 75
29 25
15 00
23 50
23 25
25 50
49 50
13 .50
22 50
24 75
17 25
12 GO
24 00
19 50
26 25
24 00
26 25
24 75
80 25
45 00
14 25
28 50
30 00
Fortitude 688
Keystone C.39
Comet 641
Apollo 642
D. C. Cregier 643
Oblong City 644
San Jose i 645
Somonauk i 646
Blueville.
Camden
Hinsdole ...
Irvington. . .
Centre Star.
Polar Star. .
Greenview ,
AVoodford. .
Yorktown..
Mozart
647
648
649
650
651
652
653
654
655
656
Lafayette I 657
Rock Island
Lambert ,
Grand Chain . .
Bethesda
South Park
Pheni.\
Mayo
Greenland
Crawlord
Erie
Burnt Prairie. ..
Herder
Fillmore
Farina
Eddyville
Normal
Waldeck
Pawnee
A. O. Fay
Enfield .
Sheffield
Illinois City
Clement
Morrisonville . ..
Blue Mound
Burnside
Galatia
Rio
Cashman
Orangeville
Clifton
Advance
Englewood
Tola
Raymond
Herrin's Prairie
Centre
ShilohHill
Belle Rive
Richard Cole ..
Hutton
Plea.sant Plains.
Temple Hill.
Alexandria
St. Andrews —
Braid wood i 704
E wing I 705
658
659
660
661
662
663
664
665
666
667
668
669
670
671
672
673
674
675
676
677
678
679
681)
681
682
683
684
685
6S6
687
690
691
692
693
694
695
696
697
698
700
701
702
703
S26 25
51 75
28 50
182 00
75 75
28 50
27 00
34 50
24 75
48 75
27 00
18 00
83 75
24 00
31 50
35 25
27 75
30 75
17 25
46 50
33 75
18 00
18 75
83 75
24 75
18 75
14 25
12 56
27 00
28 60
46 50
42 00
9 75
21 50
21 75
43 50
82 25
21 00
23 25
18 00
24 75
24 75
36 75
44 25
28 50
21 75
26 75
72 75
21 00
17 25
15 75
43 00
21 60
32 25
22 25
9 00
20 00
22 50
51 00
30 00
2-S 25
17 25
24 00
13 50
42 75
19 50
^875-1
GRAND LODGE OK ILLINOIS.
LODGE DUES FOR THE YEAR 1 87:; ConthtUCl/.
LODGB.
NO.
700
708
709
710
711
712
713
714
715
716
l!i
719
720
DUKS.
$20 25
18 00
38 00
32 25
27 75
22 50
22 50
25 50
18 00
27 00
33 00
12 75
17 25
10 50
Joppa
Lemont
Star
Farmer City
Providence
Collinsville
Johnsonviile
Newtown
Elvaston
Calumet
Lumbermans'
May
Chapel Hill
Varna
LOUGB.
i .
NO.
721
722
723
724
725
726
U. D.
"
DUKS.
Rome
$14 2.j
1 Walnut
Omaha
]g ijO
Chandlerville
Rankin
1 GoldenRule
j Carman
; Gibson
Waterman
i Lake Creek
Raritan
: Eldorado
Sheridan
Harbor
24 75
17 25
32 25
9 00
29 25
5 25
18 50
12 00
1 50
4 50
6 75
Winslow.
DUES OF 1S72,
I 564 I 23 25 ||
'/■
Mt. Erie.
Winslow ,
831
564
DUES OF 1S73.
17 25 11 Locust
21 75 I
626 24 75
DUES OF iS
74-
Temperance
Morning Star
Charleston
Mt. Moriah
Bloomington
Oriental . .
Chester
DeWitt
Fellowship
Jerusalem Temple
Taylor
Greenup
Polk
Geneva
Lee Centre
Bloomlield
Milford
Cherry Valley .
Moweaqua . ,
Abingdon
Dundee
Farmingtoa
Freedom
Louisville
Corinlhian
Wilmington
Keeney
Geo. Washington.
Oakland
Blandinsville
Dallas City
Cairo. ,
Golden Gate
16
75
8tt
1 511
35
1 50
51
75
43
110 25
SX
75
72
1 00
84
3 HO
89
1 00
90
1 50
98
3s 25 ;
125
75
137
•I 25
139
1 .'>0
146
75 '
148
75
168
1 50
173
89 00
180
75
185
2 25
190
75
192
3 00
194
1 50 1
196
75
205
75
208
1 50
•223
75
222
1 50
219
75
233
2 25
235
1 50 1
237
8 00
248
75
Hey worth 2-51
Donnelson 1 255
La Prairie 267
Mattoon I 260
Paris ! 268
Elizabeth ! 276
Jo Daviess j 278
Proplietstown 1 290
Mechanicsburg ■ 499
Hanover 300
Windsor , 822
New Columbia { 836
N.D.Morse ; 346
Tarbolton 351
Newman 869
Galesburg 872
Liberty 330
Mason City 403
Evening Star , 4u
Reynoidsburg 419
Nokomis | 456
Kendall : 471
Jacksonville I 570
Vesper j pg*
Tazewell j 586
Watson I 605
Allen 60^
Streator 607
Union 627
Blueville ...j..- : 647
Grand Chain 660
South Park 662
Mayo 664
1 50
75
75
2 25
2 25
54 75
3 75
75
75
78
75
78
2 25
3 75
1 50
1 50
3 00
75
75
2 25
] 59
75
56 25
75
1 50
1 50
27 00
PROCEEDINGS OF THE
[Oct.
LODGE DIES lOR THE YEAR 1S74 — Continued.
Crawford
Morrisonville. ..
Blue Mouud
Rio
Cashman
Orangeville
Erie
Herrin's Prairie
Star
Unity
Caledonia
Vienna
Waubansia
Atlanta
Moultrie
Nunda
NO.
DUES.
666
$1 50
681
75
682
75
685
1 50
686
1 50
687
75
667
75
693
3 75
709
75
48
27 75
47
16 50
150
38 25
160
142 50
165
75
181
39 50
169
75
Miners . . . .
DeSoto ....
Mt. Erie....
Horeb
Marseilles. .
Lawn Ridge
Plainview. .,
Manteno. . . .
Clintonville
Dement. . ..
Chatham ...
Cordova
Wapella
Locust
York town. .
273
55 50
2S7
24 00
331
16 50
863
44 25
417
33 75
415
75
461
15 00
507
11 25
511
17 25
515
37 60
523
33 75
543
30 00
60()
12 .'^O
62.S
25 50
655
17 00
MISCELLANEOUS.
Geo. E. Lounsbury, G M., Dispensations to form new Lodges $500 00
" " Dispensations to confer degrees 175 00
" " Dispensations for other purposes 102 00
Dispengations for four new Lodges 40C 00
Representative of Herman Lodge , amount overpaid on order 50
S. D. Jones, dues to Mt. Pleasant Lodge No. 224 6 SO
Wm. Lane, dues to Wiley M Egan Lodge No. 593 3 oO
John W. Dwver, dues to H. W. Bigelow Lodge No. 438 5 00
B. P. Reynolds, dues to H. W. Bigelow Lodge No. 438 5 00
B. B Thomas, dues to Xenia Lodge No. 191 5 65
For certifying diplomas and Grand Lodge dimits 77 00
For reprinted proceedings 22 50
RECAPITULATION.
Dues 01 1872 $23 25
Dues of 1873 63 75
DuesoflS74 1,060 25
Dues of 1875 24,787 05
Dispensations 1,177 00
Miscellaneous 125 45
Cash received from H. W. Bigelow Lodge No. 438
Note
Note
Due Bill •' " ■
$27
,236 75
$169 24
4U0 00
luO 00
100 00
769 24
Total $28,005 99
Received, Chicago, October 6th, 1875, of Joun F. Buubill, Grand Secretary of the
Graud Lodge of llUuois, A. F. & A. M., the sum of twenty-eight thousand live dollars
aud uiuety-nlue cents, (.$28,005 99.)
A. A. GLENN, Grand Trtas. pro Urn.
l875-] GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. 53
CALLED OFF.
At 13 o'clock m., the Grand Lodge was called from labor to
refreshment.
SECOND DAY— AFTERNOON SESSION.
Wednesday, Oct. 6, 1S75, \
TWO o'clock, p. m. J
The Grand Lodge was called to labor.
The M. W. Grand Master in the East.
Prayer bv the R. W. Grand Chaplain.
RECEPTION— M. W. Rob. Morris.
M. W. Bro. Rob. Morris, Past Grand Master of Kentucky,
was introduced to the Grand Lodge bv the Grand Master and
received with the Grand Honors.
SPECIAL ORDER— Election of Officers.
The hour for the special order having arrived, the Grand Lodge
proceeded to the election of officers for the ensuing year.
The Grand Master appointed the following named brethren as
tellers, to collect and count the ballots:
L. L. MuNN, P. W. Barclay, D.J. Avery, R. L. McKin-
LAY, T.J. Whitehead, A. B. Avery, J. B. Rosecraxtz, D.
M. Browning, and Geo. W. Cyrus..
The ballots having been severally collected and counted, the
tellers reported that the following named brethren had received a
majority of all the votes cast :
Fo>- Grand Master M. W. George E. Lounsburv.
For Deputy Grand Master R. W. Joseph Robbins.
For Senior Grand Warden R. W. Wm. J. A. DeLancev.
Fur Junior Grand Warden R. W. Henry E. Hamilton.
For Grand Treasurer M. \V. Harrison Dills.
For Grand Secretary R. W. joHN F. BuRRILL.
54 PROCEEDINGS OF THE [Oct.
And they were declared duly elected officers of this Grand
Lodge for the ensuing year, and until their successors should be
duly elected and installed.
AMENDMENTS— To By-Laws.
Pending the counting of the ballots the Grand Lodge resumed
consideration of the amendments to the By-Laws.
Amendment No. 2, as follows:
Amend Articles XIV, XV and XVIII,. Part Second, Grand Lodge By-Laws, as
follows :
Strike out from Section Two (2), Article XIV, the words " any degree " and
insert in their place the words the degrees.
Strike out from Section Three (3) of the same article, all after the word " appli-
cant " and insert the words, The vote to elect to the degrees, or to membership, must
be unanimous ; but the test of the Masonic proficiency of a candidate for advance-
ment may be decided by the Master, or by a majority vote of the members present.
Strike out from Section Four (4) of the same article, the words " initiation, ad-
vancement " and insert the words the degrees.
Strike out from Section One (l), Article XV, the word "initiation," and insert in
place thereof the words the degrees.
Strike out the whole of .Section Two (2) of the same article.
Strike out from Section Four (4), same article, the word " initiation " and insert
in lieu thereof the words the degrees.
Strike out from Section Six (6), same article, the words " either of."
Strike out from Section Two (2) of Article XVIII, the words " elected and." —
Being read by the Grand Secretary, was put to vote and de-
clared adopted.
Amendment No. 3, as follows: "Amend Section one (i), Art.
I, Part First, of the B3^-Laws, by striking out "Chicago" and
inserting " Springfield'''' being put to vote, was declared lost.
REPORT — Special Committee on Washington Monument.
The Special Committee to whoin was referred the subject of
the " Washington National Monument," submitted the following
report, which was adopted :
l875-] GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. 55
To the M. W. Grand Lodge of A. F. ^ A. M. of the State of Illinois :
Your committee to whom was referred the subject so ably presented to the Grand
Lodge by Most Worshipful Bro. Charles F. Stansbury, Past Grand Master of the
District of Columbia, speaking in behalf of the Washington National Monument
Society, have given to it that attention which its importance demands.
Twenty years ago work ceased on the still unfinished monument to Washington,
the corner-stone of which was laid in 1848. Many considerations press upon your
committee why this long-neglected work should again be undertaken at the earliest
possible moment, and carried to a successful completion, two of which come home
with especial force. As citizens, we shall next year celebrate the centennial of
American independence, and in seeking in all ways befitting a proud and grateful
people to commemorate the nation's birth, it will add to the reproach of our past indif-
ference, if the ear of the visitor from foreign lands, whom we have invited to partici-
pate in our rejoicings, is greeted by no sound of Craftsman's hammer from the shaft
we have projected in honor of the Father of his Country.
As Masons, we cannot be insensible to the direct appeal which comes to Masonry
in the congenial seclusion from which it never seeks an opportunity to emerge, com-
ing as it does in behalf of the name and fame of one who was an illustrious mem-
ber of the Craft ; who honored Masonry on all suitable occasions, and signalized
his devotion to our fraternity by laying with his own hands the corner-stone of the
National Capitol.
In either capacity, whether as Masons or as American citizens, we owe our assist-
ance to the association now seeking to execute the patriotic design of its founders ;
therefore.
Resolved, That the sum of one thousand dollars be, and is hereby appropriated
for the use of the National Monument Society, on the conditions by which said
society voluntarily restricts itself in receiving subscriptions, which sum shall include
the cost of a memorial stone to be selected by this Grand Lodge.
Resolved, That the Grand Lodge recommends to its constituent lodges, that they
contribute as liberally as their means will permit, to the fund proposed to be raised
for the purpose herein indicated, both as an attestation of the patriotism which burns
in the hearts of all true Masons, and as a tribute of affectionate regard for the mem-
ory of the man whom freedftni and history have forever enshrined among the heroes
of humanity.
JOSEPH ROBBINS,
D. C. CREGIER, \ Committee.
TAMES A. HAWLEY.
AMENDMENT TO BY-LAWS— Proposed.
M. W. Bro. Cregier offered the following amendment to the
by-laws, which being seconded, lies over until the next Annual
Communication, viz.:
" Strike out the proviso of Article XIII, Part Third, Grand Lodge By-Laws.''
6 PROCEEDINGS OF THE [Uct.
REPORT — Committee on Petitions.
W. Bro. Whitehead, Chairman of Committee on Petitions,
submitted their report on matters referred to them. The report
was received and adopted.
To the M. IV. Grand Lodge A. F. & A. M. of the State of Illinois :
Your Committee on Petitions would fraternally report as follows :
1. This is a petition from Hampshire Lodge No. 443, to remove the Lodge from
Its present location, in the old village of Hampshire, to the new village of Hamp
shire, a distance of four miles.
Your Committee are satisfied that tRis removal is necessary and advisable for the
future welfare of the Lodge, but as the official consent of all the Lodges affected by
the removal has not been obtained — Burlington Lodge No. 687 merely giving the
individual consent of eighteen members — your Committee would therefore recom-
mend that the petition be referred to the Grand Master, with power to act, when the
requirements of section 2, article 3, part second of the By-Laws, have been complied
with.
2. Petition of Blue Grass Lodge No. 407, to remove the Lodge from its present
location to Marysville, Yermilion county, a distance of four miles.
Your committee cannot recommend the prayer of the petition, as the petitioners do
not send the consent of any of the adjoining Lodges. We are satisfied that the
removal cannot materially affect the adjacent Lodges, as Marysville is located four-
teen miles from Newtown Lodge No. 714, thirteen from Rossville Lodge No. 527,
and sixteen from Rankin Lodge No. 725. We therefore recommend that the peti-
tion be referred to the Grand Master, with power to act, when the requirements of
the By-Laws are complied with.
3. Petition of James Y. Aldkich, expelled by Richmond Lodge No. 143, Sep-
tember 14th, 1 868, for restoration.
As this petition is accompanied by the recommendation of the Lodge expelling,
your committee would recommend that the prayer of the petition be granted, and that
James Y. Aldrich be restored to all the rights and privileges of Masonry.
4. Petition of Freemanton Lodge No. 533, to change the name of the Lodge
from Freemanton Lodge No. 533, to Altamont Lodge No. 533.
Your committee recommend that the prayer of the petition be granted.
5. Petition of Thom.'VS J. Edwards, expelled by Cooper Lodge No. 489, August
17th, 1872, for restoration.
The recommendation of the Lodge expelling accompanying the petition, your
committee recommend that the prayer of the petition be granted, and that Thomas
J. Edwards be restored to all the rights and privileges of Masonr)\
6. Petition of Orlando S. Blodgett, expelled by Capron Lodge No. 575, No-
vember 23d, 1870, for restoration.
iSyS-l GRAND LODGE Oh Il.LlXOIb. 57
The Lodge expelling does not olficially recommend IJic petition, Imt it is accompa-
nied by the recommendation of twenty five members of the Lodge in their individual
capacities. Your committee therefore recommend that the petition be referred to the
Grand Master, with power to act, when the requirements of section 4, article 10, part
third of the By-Laws have been complied with.
7. Petition of James A. Caki.Oc k, expelled by .Marcelline Lodge No. 114, April
13th, 1867, for restoration.
The petition being recommended by the Lodge expelling, your committee recom-
mend that the prayer of the petition be granted, and that f.\MEs A. C.\RLOCK be
restored to all the rights and privileges of Masonry.
8. Petition of JOHN GonuwiN, expelled by Marcelline Lodge No. 114, January
23d, 1869, for restoration.
The petition being recommended by the Lodge expelling, your connnittce rccom
mend that the prayer of the petition be granted, and that John Gdodwin be restored
to all the rights and privileges of Masonry.
9. Petition of J.\mes C. Stkoni;, expelled by Macomb Lodge No. 17, December
1st, 1865, for restoration.
The petition being recommended by the Lodge exjielling, your connnittce recom-
mend that JamE-S C. Strong be restored to all the rights and privileges of Mason.ry.
10. Petition of Alonzo Woodard, expelled by Fortitude Lodge No. 638, Oc-
tober nth, 1873, for restoration.
The petition being recommended by the Lodge expelling, your committee recom-
mend that Alonzo Woouard be restored to all the rights and privileges of Masonry.
11. Petition of Mt. Erie Lodge No. 331, to restore Sylvester Moutry, an
expelled member, to all the rights and privileges of Masonry, and to membership in
said Lodge.
Your committee recommend the restoration of Sylvester Moutry to all the
rights and privileges of Masonry, but cannot comply with the request to restore to
membership, as it conflicts with section 2, article lO, part third of the By-Laws.
12. Petition of DeKalb Lodge No. 144, for the restoration of John Hathrkn,
an expelled member, to all the rights and privileges of Masonry.
Your committee recommend that the prayer of the petition be granted, and thai
John Hathren he restored to all the rightr and privileges of Masonry.
All of which is respectfully submitted.
THOMAS J. WHrrEFfLAL),
S. STEVENS,
A. B. DAVIDSON.
RESOLUTION -Explanatory of By-Laws.
R. W. Bro. Robbins offered tlie Ibllowino- resolutioPi, which was
adopted :
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58 PROCEEDINGS OF THE [Oct.
Resolved, That under the amended By-Laws of this Grand Lodge, by which one
clear ballot entitles the applicant to the three degrees, those already elected to
one or more degrees, are entitled to proceed without further ballot, all other
conditions of the law being complied with.
RESOLUTION— To Remit Dues of New Columbia Lodge No. 336.
R. W. Bro. Scott, G. C, offeied the following resolution,
which was referred to the Committee on Charity:
Whereas, New Columbia Lodge No. 336, has lost her lodge room with all her
furniture and jewels, and
Whereas, said lodge is poor and is making an eftort to replace them ; therefore
Rc-^oIved, That the Grand Lodge remit the dues of said New Columbia Lodge No.
336, the better to enable them to complete their lodge room and go on with their
work.
RECEPTION— Grand Master of Indiana.
M. W. Bro. Daniel McDonald, Grand Master of Masons in
Indiana, was intr(jduced to the Grand Lodge by the M. W. Grand
Master, and received with the Grand Honors.
REPORT— Committee on Chartered Lodges.
The Cominittee on Chartered Lodges submitted the following
report, which was received and adopted:
To the M. W. Grand Lodge of A. F. and A. M., of the Stale of Illinois :
Your Committee on Chartered Lodges have upon careful examination, and in
accordance with the duties prescribed in Art. 9, section 8, of the By-Laws, arrived
at the following conclusions, and respectfully submit this report as the result of their
labors :
The total membership of this Grand Jurisdiction, so far as reported, is 40,468.
Non-affiliated, so far as reported, 1,339. There have been initiated during the year,
2,750; passed, 2,545 ; raised, 2,569 ; admitted, 1,000 ; dimitted, 1,420; deceased,
468; rejected, 984; reinstated, 191 ; suspended, 978 ; expelled, 86. Showing a
net increase of 804 members.
The following have failed to make returns: Nos. 177, 259, 338, 363, 375, 376,
429, 546, 569, 591, 640, 699.
Article 24, section i, provides "that every lodge shall, on or before the first day
of September, transmit by mail or express, or some other expeditious mode, to the
Grand Secretary, the returns of such lodge;" yet returns of the following lodges
were not received until the morning of the first day of the session : Nos. 7, 51, 160,
268, 269, 356, 384, 386, 401, 408, 416, 417, 529, 549, 600, 608, 625, 662, 663, 698,
707. Comment is unnecessary'.
1875-] GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. 59
The following lodges, while they have made their returns, have failed to pay the
Grand Lodge dues. Nos. 139, 163, 185, 189, 195, 220, 275, 290, 301, 320, 358,
381,430,483, 511, 522, 524, 545.
The following lodges report that during the year past they have failed to confer
any degrees, although in a few instances they have admitted a member by dimit :
Nos. 136, 139, 173, 282, 290, 315, 331, 347, 397, 406, 407, 466 483, 516, 631, 635,
652, 657, 671, 691, 703.
We have found errors in a large number of returns — some trivial, some serious —
but of so varied a nature that it would be impracticable to enumerate them all in
this report. Your committee believe that many of these could be easily rectified if
the representatives would take the trouble to make the needed explanations, owing
to this and the absence of the reports of 1874, we have been obliged to rely on the
reports made by the Secretaries, and hence, if it should prove in some instances that
we are in error, it may be easily traced to the proper source.
The most common error seems to be the omission of the names of non-residents
and those over 60 years of age, notwithstanding that Art. 25, section i, of the By-
Laws, distinctly states that dues shall be paid on each Master Mason belonging to
the lodge, and the law is presumed to be in the hands of every W. Master and Sec-
retary in the State. In addition to this, the Grand Secretary caused to be printed on
the second page of the cover of the Returns, the above extract from the By-Laws,
and also included it in a circular issued in connection with the Returns. It seems
to your committee that owing to these facts, there can be no excuse offered for so
palpable a violation of the law.
Lodges Nos. 147, 317, 387, 405, 439, 440, 489, 510, 548, 527, 604, 632, 647, 654,
655, 665, 678, 719, 725, have no seal attached.
Lodge No 476, needs the signature of the Secretary ; Nos. 38, 533, 695, and 722,
have neither the seal of the lodge noi the signature of W. M. or Secretary.
Lodges Nos. 36, 87, 125, 128. 149, 15S, 203, 211, 234, 257, 291, 317, 380, 407,
427, 436, 487, 529, 520, 533, 534, 550, 554, 563, 577, 579, 581, 595, 607, 647, 650,
653, 654, 711, 718, 739, have failed to return their membership for 1874, thereby ad-
ding materially to the labors of this committee, and leaving them in doubt, in some
cases, as to the correctness of their report.
The following lodges have in their returns shown errors and irregularities aside
from those already mentioned : Nos. 16, 26, 37, 53, 48, 80, 89, 93, 95, 99,
106, 129, 133, 137, 147. 153. '54, 159, '76. 216, 218, 222, 223, 226, 230, 238, 245,
260, 268, 276, 305, 309, 313, 317, 341. 342, 348, 371. 384, 401, 402, 405, 424, 428,
461, 466, 502, 507, 513, 528, 536, 558, 578, 592, 628, 630, 659, 664, 693, 706, 712,
721.
Your committee have no suggestions to make or resolutions to offer for your con-
sideration calculated to remedy these faults, believing that with the W. Master and
Secretary alone rests the responsibility of complying with the law, literally, and
with but one construction, and to them this Grand Lodge looks for the faithful per-
formance of their duties.
6o PROCEEDINGS OF THE [Oct.
Your committee would ask permission to alter or amend this report, as fast as the
errors noted have been explained and corrected.
Fraternally,
D. A. CASHMAN, Chairman.
D. E. HEAD,
C. KIRKPATRICK, '
SAM'L C. SMITH,
H. W. DYER.
[For statistical tal)le, see appendix.]
REPORT — Committee on Widows and Orphans' Home.
R. W. Bro. Scott, G. C, stilimitted the following report of the
Committee on Widows and Orphans' Home, the consideration of
which was made the special order for eleven o'clock to-morrow
morning" :
To the M. W. Grand Lodge of A. F. iSr' A. M. of the State of Illinois :
Your committee appointed at the last Annual Communication, charged with the
important duty of inquiring; into the expediency of the establishing of a " Masonic
Widows and Orphans' Home," at some suitable place within this Grand Jurisdiction,
as contemplated in the resolution adopted at your last Grand Communication, and set
forth on page 77, Grand Lodge proceedings, have the honor to report that, in obe-
dience to the instructions of the resolution referred to, we have given the subject due
consideration, and herewith submit to you the following report:
Your committee are of the opinion that the "Orphans' Home," of Kentucky, under
the supervision of the Grand Lodge of that State, is working admirably. The Grand
Master of that State talks eloquently and confidently of the " Widows and Orphans'
Home and Infirmary," ^\\o?,& periimnent success he recognizes as fixed ; and to place it
beyond doubt, the Grand Lodge generously bestowed upon it a large sum to make it
a beacon light to the craft of other States.
Your committee therefore consider the enterprise both practicable and laudable,
and every way worthy to engage the hands and hearts, and to elicit the prayers and
sympathies of not only every Mason but every lover of humanity, as we know it will
of the ladies, if established upon a proper basis. Under this head, your committee
beg leave to state that the matter of raising funds was canvassed, and a member of
your committee presented the claims of the contemplated Home to Metropolis Lodge
No. 91, which responded nobly by appointing the necessary committees, composed of
men of warm, philanthropic hearts, who entered upon their duties with energy and
perseverance, and, as a result of their labors of love, at a Masonic Fair held in their
lodge room, they netted ^535, and now hold it subject to the order of the Grand
Lodge or its proper committee on "Orphans' Home."
Your committee have likewise had under consideration the character and utility of
said Home. We have arrived at the conclusion that its legitimate object is the
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systematizitig of our charities, and making proper provision for the training of the
orphan children of our deceased brethren to a knowledge of virtue and happiness,
as well as to habits of industry and economy. Your committee are apprised of the
fact that thousands of dollars are annually contributed by benevolent individuals for
the immediate relief of the suffering poor; and, under existing circumstances, it is
the best that can be done to mitigate the sufferings and soothe the sorrows of the dis-
tressed ; but was the sum thus distributed systematically applied, under a system of
salutary rules and laws, how much more efficient and extensive would be the relief
afforded and the good accomplished.
Let us exemplify our meaning by supposing that fifty dollars is given to a poor
family to purchase fuel, clothing and the necessaries of life for the winter. When
spring arrives, the family are not only as destitute of means as at the commencement
of winter, but no intellectual or moral instructions have been given to the children —
no new stimulus to exertion or habits of industry have been inculcated. Let the
children of the same family be placed in a suitable horhe, under the control of com-
petent teachers, and governed by wholesome laws, and the fifty dollars will go far to
support the children, and what is of more consequence, they are so instructed that,
at an early age, habits of industry will be acquired, self-respect and a commendable
pride will be engendered, and not only will they be able to maintain themselves, and
if need be, contribute to the comfort of an aged mother, but they become lifted up
from degradation to a fair respectability, and form, ever after, useful members of
society. There is strength and influence in concert of action and unity of purpose.
What must after ages think of us, with our unprecedented growth — our present
wealth and boundless influence — living at such a time and in a countiy with such
boasted freedom and inimitable laws, with all her rapid march in the knowledge of
the sciences and the principles of virtue and morality, with all her vast domain, we
say, with all our boundless resources — what must future and enlightened ages say of
us, as Masons, if we fail to make a proper provision for the orphans of our deceased
brethren ?
Your committee are profoundly of opinion that in order to carry out this beneficent
and laudable object, it will require unity of feeling and concert of action upon the
part of all good and true men united for the accomplishment of a common object. It
is eminently true that whatever in the world's history has been the object to be gained,
if the mission on which they have set forth ever was accomplished, it was simply
because the men laboring for its completion have labored, as in the building of King
Solomon's Temple, in harmony together.
For the purpose, therefore, of establishing this worthy system of organized charity
in this Grand Jurisdiction, your committee would recommend for the consideration
and adoption of this Grand Lodge the following :
Resolved, That the proposed Widows and Orphans' Home be established, owned,
governed and controlled by the M. W. Grand I,odge of the State of Illinois.
liesulved. That a committee of five be appointed to present the claims of the Home
to the brethren throughout the State, urging Lodges and individual members to make
liberal contributions for its establishment and maintenance ; said committee to keep
a full and complete record of amounts donated, and the names of donors ; all moneys
62 PROCEEDINGS OF THE [Oct.
to be forwarded to the Grand Secretary as fast as collected — to be by him placed in
the Treasury of the M. W. Grand Lodge as a Charity and Educational Fund, to be
expended only for the objects for which they were contributed.
Resolved, That the said committee be empowered to call for, receive and consider
propositions for the location of the Home ; would further recommend that after pro-
positions for the location of said Home shall have been received by the committee,
the Grand Master be authorized in his discretion to direct said committee to visit such
locations, as in his judgment may be advisable, to examine with reference to location,
and to draw upon said Charity and Educational Fund to pay the necessary expenses
incurred by said committee in so doing.
Resolved, That they be further empowered to receive plans, specificaiions and
estimates for the necessary buildings; and that all of their acts and doings be reported
to this Grand Lodge at its next Annual Communication, together with such recom-
mendations as said committee may deem advisable.
Finally, Your committee would recommend, in order to bring this important
charity home to the brethren, that a competent brother in each district be appointed
by the Grand Master, whose duty it shall be to co-operate with the committee in
presenting the claims of said Home to the Lodges of their respective districts, urging
their co-operation and liberal support; and that they report the result of their labors
to the chairman of said committee, on or before the first of September next.
All of which is respectfully submitted.
W. H. SCOTT,
DANIEL J. AVERY,
JOHN WOODS,
ROWLEY PAGE.
RESOLUTIONS — To Appoint D. D. G. M. for German Lodges.
W. Bro. Meyer (410) offered the following resolutions, which
were referred to the Committee on Masonic Jurisprudence:
Resolved, That the M. W. Grand Master be empowered to appoint a special Dis-
trict Deputy Grand Master, for the German Lodges of the State of Illinois, working
under the jurisdiction of this Grand Lodge.
Resolved, That the so appointed Special District Deputy Grand Master shall have
the same power and perform the same duties as any other District Deputy Grand
Master, and no others.
RESOLUTIONS — Requiring Visitors to have Certificates.
W. Bro. SwissLER (S57) offered the following resolutions, which,
upon motion, were referred to the Committee on Masonic Juris-
prudence :
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Resolved, That in addition to the prescribed rules and regulations for admitting
strange visitors to lodges under this jurisdiction, it shall be obligatory for every
strange visitor applying for admission to any lodge under this jurisdiction, to be pro-
vided with a certificate of membership under the seal of his lodge, which certificate
shall not have been issued more than six months previous to the date such admis-
sion is desired, and no lodge shall admit strange visitors not provided with such
membership certificates. But in no case shall this be so construed that a certificate
of membership alone shall be sufficient to admit strange visitors to lodges.
And be it further resolved. That this resolution shall take effect from and after its
passage, and that the same be communicated to the M. W. Grand Lodges of the
United States and Canadas, and that, under the circumstances, this or a similar reso
lution be recommended to them for consideration.
QUESTION— Regarding Status of E. A. and F. C.
The status of E. A. and F. C, whose petition for advancement
had been rejected, not being clearly understood by many mem-
bers of the Grand Lodge, owing to the adoption of the amend-
ments to the By-Laws making one ballot only requisite for the
degrees, R. W. Bro. Robbins submitted to the Committee on
Masonic Jurisprudence the following question: "What is the
present statiis of an Entered Apprentice or Fellow Craft whose
petition for advancement has been rejected; and what action, if
any, is necessary on the part of their lodges to enable them to
advance? "
RESOLUTION— Printing Committee to Publish Daily JournaL
R. W. Bro. Barnard (141) offered the following resolution,
which, upon motion, was referred to the Printing Committee:
Resolved, That the Committee on Printing be instructed to make arrangements
for having a daily journal of the proceedings of this Grand Lodge printed during
the next Annual Communication, provided that it can be done without expense to the
Grand Lodge.
RESOLUTION— To Provide Jewels for D. D. G. Masters.
Bro. Barnard also offered the following resolution, which was
adopted:
Resolved, That the Committee on Installation service be instructed to report to
this Grand Lodge a suitable form of Masonic regalia and jewel for District Deputy
Grand Masters.
64 PROCEEDINGS OF THE [Oct.
REPORT— Auditing Committee.
R. W. Bro. Barnard, Chairman of Auditing Comiuiltee, sub-
mitted the report of that committee, as follows:
To the 31. W. Grand Lodge of A. F. & A. M. of Lhc State of Illinois :
Your committee, appointed by the M. W. G. M. -for auditing claims against tins
Grand I-odge, do most respectfully submit the following as their report for the cur-
rent year :
We have had presented to us the following hills, which, being accompanied by
proper vouchers, were ajiproved by your committee and certified to the Grand Sec-
retary :
1st. Bill of Bro. Frank Hudson, fifteen hundred blank returns. . . . $94 00
2d. Charles Shober & Co., for engraving, transferring, printing and
parchment for sixty copies of diplomas 128 00
3(1. Springfield Printing Company, for printing_^and binding Grand
Lodge Proceedings, Constitution and By-Laws i>-294 53
4lh. E. L. Merritt & Bro., for printing and binding Report of Masonic
Correspondence 1,021 31
5th. R. W. Bro. Darrah, for mileage and per diem, for attending upon
meetings of Grand Examiners at Chicago, Bloomington, and
■ Quincy 130 00
6lh. R. W. Bro. M. D. Chamberlain, for mileage and per diem for at-
tendance upon meetings of Grand Examiners at Chicago, Bloom-
ington, and Quincy 140 30
7th. R. W. Bro. Prickett, for attendance at meetings of the Board of
Examiners at Chicago 46 60
Expense of visit to Collinsville Lodge No. 712, by order of Grand
Master, in February, 1875 12 00
8th. R. W. Bro. J- H. Fawcett, for mileage and per diem for attendance
upon meetings of Grand Examiners at Chicago, Bloomington and
Quincy 124 00
Fraternally submitted,
G. W. BARNARD, )
J. B. ROSECRANZ. )"
Committee.
The report was received and adopted.
RESOLUTION— To Remit Dues of Fayette Lodge No. 107.
W. Bro. HuSKEY (107) offered the following Resolution, which
was referred to the Committee on Charity, who reported in favor
of its adoption.
The report w^as concurred in and the resolution adopted:
Whereas, Fayette Lodge No. 107, having suffered a severe loss by having their
lodge room blown down in 1871, and were therefore so involved in debt that they
l875'] GRAND LODGE OF 'ILLINOIS.
were unable to pay their lodge dues for the years 1873 ^.nd" 1874, amounting to
$35.25, therefore
Be it resolved. That the dues of Fayette Lodge No. 107, for the years 1873 and
1874, be and they are hereby remitted :
PETITION— To Remove Brooklyn Lodge No. 282.
A petition signed by nineteen members of Brooklyn Lodge No.
282, asking that the said lodge be removed from its present
location at Malugin's Grove, to Compton, a distance of two miles,
was received and referred to the Committee on Petitions.
AMENDMENT TO BY-LA\A^S— Proposed.
W. Bro. Buck (35) offered the following amendment to the
By-Laws, which being seconded, lies over until the next xA.nnual
Grand Communication:
Resolved, That Section 2, Article one, be so amended as to read : "A Committee
of Nine on Credentials be appointed, said committee to form itself into three equal
divisions. The lodges to be divided into three equal parts, commencing with No. i ,
and each division to be assigned one part and pass upon the credentials of repre-
sentatives of lodges in their class only.
INSTALLATION— Made Special Order.
Upon motion, the installation of Grand Officers was made the
special order for 9:30 o'clock to-morrow morning.
CALLED OFF.
At 5 o'clock p. m,, the Grand Lodge was called from labor to
refreshment.
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PROCEEDINGS OF THE
[Oct.
THIRD DAY— MORNING SESSION.
Thursday, October 7th, 1875, )
Nine o'clock a. m. C
The Grand Lodge was called to labor.
The M. W. Grand Master in the East.
Prayer by the R. \V. Grand Chaplain.
INSTALLATION POSTPONED.
Upon motion of R. W. Bro. Robbins, the special order— instal-
lation of Grand Officers — was postponed until 2 o'clock p. m.
REPORT — Committee on Mileage and Per Diem.
The Committee on Mileage and Per Diem submitted the fol-
lowing report, which was received and adopted:
To the M. I!'. Grand Lodge of A. F. &= A. M. of the State of Illinois :
Yom- Committee on Mileage and Per Diem respectfully beg leave to report that
the grand officers, nvembers, representatives and committees are entitled to mileage
and per diem as set forth in the following pages.
S. W. WADDLE.
S. S. CHANCE, !- Committee.
E. C. SELLECK.
report on mileage and per diem.
GRAND OFFICERS.
NAMES.
OFFICE.
a.
Mile'ge
2
a.
5
u
il
Total.
M. W. Geo. E. Lounsbury
Grand Master
Deputy Grand Master .
Senior Grand Warden
Junior Grand Warden
Grand Secretary
Deputy Grand "Secretary ..
Grand Pursuivant
Grand Standard Bearer
Grand Sword Bearer ...
Senior Granil Deacon
Junior Grand Deacon
Gran<l .Steward
Grand .-steward
Grand Steward
365
268
258
iso
185
110
1S4
149
•239
280
30
126
146
$36 50
26 30
25 30
18 50
18 50
11 O'l
18 411
14 90
23 90
23 00
3 00
12 60
14 60
25 60
$6
6
6
'6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
$36 50
32 30
R. W. W. J. A. DeLancey ...
K. W. Henry E. Hamilton
R. W. JohnF. Burrill
W. Frauk Hudson, Jr
VV. Jno. A. Ltuld
W. VV. E. Ginther
W W, II. Long
31 80
6 00
18 50
24 50
17 00
24 40
20 90
W. Jno. D. Hamilton
W R T Ilijfgiiis
29 90
29 00
W. J. B. Trull
W. Ira J. Bloomfleld
W Ira A Church
9 00
18 60
20 60
W. Isaac E. Hardy
Bro. John P. Ferns
256
81 60
Grand Tyler
6 00
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67
REPORT ON MILEAGE AND PER DIEM — Contln/icd.
DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND MASTERS.
D.J. Avery
John O'Neill
L . L . Mud n . .
J . IJ Ci\<ibtree
T.J. Wade
H. G Giilhoun ..
W.H.H. Rader
J. G McMurtry
H. C. Clark
R. L. McKinlay
John Bennett
A. A. Glenn
Henry Palmer
J . M . Pearson ........
D. M. Browning
L.D. Bennett. '2.57
P. W. Barclay 3fi5
COMMITTEES— FINANCE.
98
194
'in
161
56
I 1C4
185
255
250
2S.3
Mileage
12 10
9 SO
8 -10
19 40
28 20
16 10
5 60
16 40
18 50
25 50
25 00
2S .30
25 70
36 50
Total.
6 CO
18 10
15 80
14 40
25 40
29 20
22 10
11 60
22 40
24 5'J
31 50
81 00
34 30
31 70
42 50
John C. Bagby
John U Smith
Chas. Fisher.
Edward S. Mulliner.
2i8
22 80
?0 1
20 1
185
18 50
20 1
263
26 30
20
PETITIONS.
T. J. Whitehead 1244
A. B. Davidson 110
Sylvester Stevens 169
E.XAMINING.
M. D. Chamberlain .
Edward Cook
A. T. Darrah
J. H Fawcett
Thomas J. Prickett.
CHARTERED LODGES.
D. A. Cashm.an
C. Kirkpatrick .
S. C. Smith
D. E. Head. ..
H. W. Dyer
24 40
11 00
16 90
121
12 10
20
I
20
20
137
105
316
18 70
10 50
31 60
40
328
32 80
40
40
239
28 00
40
360
36 00
•20
42 SO
20 00
38 50
46 30
44 40
31 CO
36 90
.32 10
20 00
38 70
30 50
51 61
40 00
72 80
40 00
63 00
56 00
I.OD(jES U. D.
R. D. Hammond.
Louis Ziegler
B. F. Newlan ...
T. W. Hay
lURlSPRUDENCE.
James A . Hawley
D. C. Cregier
Wiley M. Egan....
Wm. Lavely
210
21 00
85
103
10 80
35
2>3
22 80
85
287
28 70
35
185
18 50
56 00
45
80
57
30
68
70
24 80
15
00
15
(0
38 50
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PROCEEDINGS OF THE
[Oct.
REPORT ON MILEAGE AND PER DIEM — ContitlJied.
APPEALS AND GRIEVANCES.
H. W. Hubbard..
M. H. Wilmot ...
A. W. Blakesley.
Joseph E. Dyas . .
Joseph Holland..
s
•S4
Mileage
Q
u
<o
Oi
25 30
40
IS 80
40
26 30
40
16 40
40
11 80
40
Total .
65 80
58 80
66 80
56 40
51 80
MILEAGE AND PER DIEM.
S. W. Waddle
S. S. Chance. .,
E.C. SelleQk ..
126
12 60
20
249
24 90
30
268
26 30
15
82 60
44 90
41 30
O. H. Miner
J no. M. Pearson
185
256
i 18 50
i 25 60
33 50
40 60
GRAND OFFICERS CERTIFICATES.
Enos Brown
15 00
ORPHAN S HOME.
W. H. Scott.
John Wood. .
D.J Avery
li. Page
AUDITING.
G. W. Barnard .
C. B. Garnsey. ..
J. B. RoseAanz
A. W. Adams.
267
294
i64
26 70
29 40
16 40
15
15
15
15
41 70
44 40
15 00
81 40
33
68
's'so
6 SO
15
15
15
15 00
18 80
21 30
85
8 50
15
18 50
OBITUARIES.
F. Hudson
S. M. Martin .
G. D Slanker.
129
12 90
15
215
21 50
15
258
25 80
15
27 90
36 50
40 SO
CREDENTIALS.
K. D. Lawreuce.
John Waugh
O. F Price
186
18 50
20
360
36 00
20
164
16 40
20
38 50
56 00
36 40
GRAND M.A.STER'S ADDRESS.
T. T. Gurnev
8. C. Wilson ,
Chas Trowbridge
126
182
I 15
12 60 I 15
18 20 I 20
15 00
27 60
83 20
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69
REPORT ON MILEAGE AND PER DIEM Continued.
REPRESENTATIVES.
LODGE.
NO.
NAMES.
Miles.
Mileage.
Q
a>
a<
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
(i
6
6
6
6
: 6
6
&
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6-
6
6
6
6
\
6
6
6
6
6
\
6 j
Total.
Bodley
Equality
Harmony
Springfield
Friendship
Macon
1
2
3
4
7
8
9
IS
14
15
16
17
19
20
23
24
25
26
27
29
31
33
34
35.
36
37
38
89
40
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
63
64
66
67
68
69
70
71
72
74
75
76
77
W.A.Summers
J. W. Clifton
263
325
215
185
98
169
228
100
310
151
230
204
187
239
225
294
258
161
256
160
283
264
184
161
179
128
263
84
38
126
255.
246
151
368
38
154
249
240
239
196
242
278
249
182
148
191
78
128
51
306
169
99
286
187
118
185
321
91
85
223 ;
164 j
$26 30
32 50
21 50
18 50
9 80
16 90
22 80
10 00
31 00
15 in
23 00
20 40
18 70
23 90
22 50
29 40
25 80
16 10
25 60
16 00
28 30
26 '46
15 40
16 10
17 90
12 80
26 30
8 40
3 80
12 60
25 50
24 60
15 10
86 80
3 80
15 40
24 90
24 00
23 90
19 60
24 20
27 80
24 90
18 20
14 80
19 10
7 80
12 80
5 10
30 60
16 90
9 90
23 60
18 70
11 80
18 50 •
32 10
9 10
8 50
22 30
16 40
$32 80
88 50
A. Wood
L. F. Dvson
J. V. Thomas
27 50
24 50
15 80
1 D. D. Carter
J. R. Neill
22 9j
Rushville
28 80
16 00
Warren
Peoria
Temperance
E. D. Youngblood
L. P. Chase
C W. Higginbotham
37 00
21 10
29 00
A. Eads
26 40
Clinton
Hancock
A . Thompson
W. H. D. Noyes
24 70
29 90
28 50
St. Clair
L. C. Starkel
L. McGowen
D . 0. Sheppard ...
Geo. Bavry
M. D. Dowdell
A. W. Patton
J H. Dowland
John L. Sweet
E. B. Back
J. Bawden
J. A. Boynton
J. P.Norvell
G. 0. S. Bert
H. T. Clark
35 40
Franklin
Hiram
Piasa
Pekin
81 80
22 10
31 60
32 00
Mt. Vernon
Oriental
Barry
Charleston
84 30
6 CO
32 40
24 40
Kavanaugh
Monmouth
22 10
23 90
Olive Branch
Herman
18 80
82 30
14 40
Mt. Joliet
9 80
Bloomington
J. D Fowle
W. H. McCabe
A. Monroe ...
B. Meals
J. F. Lverly
C. A M'iller
F. G. Welton
J. C. Woollbrd
18 60
31 .50
Griggsville
Temple
30 60
21 10
42 80
Unity
Cambridge
CarroUton
9 80
21 40
30 90
Mt. Moriah
J. A. Brown
30 00
Benevolent
29 90
Jackson
E E. Waggoner
S. W. Gunter
25 60
Reclamation
30 20
Washington
H. Forman
Jos J. Topliff
33 80
Pittsfleld
30 90
Trio
H. C. Cleveland
H. E. Huston
24 20
Fraternal
20 80
25 10
Belvidere
Lacon
A. E. Jenner
L. C. Rose
E.E.Thomas
J. J. St Clair
13 80
18 80
St. Marks
Benton
11 10
36 60
KnoxviUe
D. 0. Mothrop
22 90
Acacia
S. E. Foster
15 90
Naples
Eureka
Frank Linkins
29 60
24 70
Social
17 SO
Central
H. 0. Watson
24 50
Chester
Thos . Gant
S . Widdowson
G. G.Smith
G. H. Warberton
D. G. Burr
88 10
Rockton
15 10
14 60
Mt. Nebo
Prairie J
28 30
22 40
yo
PROCEEDINGS OF THE
[Oct
REPORT ON MILEAGE AND PER DIEM Continued.
Waukegan
Whitehall
Vitruviiis
Metaniora
DeWitt
Mitchell
Kaskaskia
Mt. Pulaski
Havana
Fellowship
Jerusalem Temple.
Metropolis
Stewart
Toulon
Perry
Samuel H. Davis . . .
Excelsior
Taylor
Bdwardsville
Astoria
Rocklord
Magnolia
Lewistown
Winchester
Lancaster ...
Fayette
Versailles
Trenton .
90
91
92
93
95
96
97
98
99
100
102
103
104
105
106
lOT
108
109
Lebanon 110
111
112
113
114
115
116
117
118
119
122
123
124
125
126
127
128
129
131
132
133
134
135
186
137
138
139
140
141
142
143
144
145
146
147
148
149
Vienna 150
Jouesboro
Bui-eau
Robert Burns . .
Marcelline
Rising Sun
Vermont
Elgin
Waverly
Henry
Mound
Oquawka
Cedar
Greenup
Empire
Antioch
Raleigh
Greentield
Golconda
Mackinaw
Marshall
Sycamore
Lima
HutBonville . . . .
Polk
Marengo
Geneva
Olney
Garden City . . .
Ames
Richmond
DeKalb
A. W. Rawson.
Lee Centre
Clayton
Bloomfield
Effingham
H. L. Hadley
B. B. Hamilton
E. H. Winchell
J. W. Page
J. T. Carl
Thos Boyd
G. W. Staley....
J. R. Avi'es
H. W. Lindley
A. N. Lodge
James Walker
J. L. Elliott
P. Worrell
E. Greenfield
J.Clark
John W. Hitt
H. C. Hutchinson
J . Burky
J. G. Barnsback
J. W. Green
Seeley Perry
O. Dent
N. F. Bruce
C. B. Hubbard
E. J. Jones
R. N. Huskey
G. I. Fields
J. H. Adams
J. Swaers
J. L. Ury
T. F. Green
J. A. Mertz
H. C. Bisel
J. T. Devo
B. P. Durell
G. R . Bassett
T. J. Davidson
E. D. Disosway
W. A. Goodrich
Jas. Peterson
J . H . Roseman
G. Lewis
O. E. Holer
John Smith
L . R. Strickland
W. L. Kincaid
J. B. Young
D. Beciiley
B. R. ./ohnson
A. S. Babcock
G. W. Marshall
W. H. Perrin
J. W. Marshall
J. W. Green
Henry B. Pierce
G. D. Slanker
H. P. Holeomb
A. Morrison .
G. B. Carpenter
S. O. Vaughan
F. D. Grover
D. Sawyer
J. C. Miller
W. Hartley | 154
F F. Kennard
D. Ragaius
Miles.
Mileage
Oi
36
$3 »0
$6
240
24 00
(i
25
2 50
fi
137
13 70
(1
148
14 SO
(i
299
29 90
6
327
32 70
6
168
16 SO
6
191
19 10
()
826
82 60
6
38
8 SO
6
402
40 20
6
1.59
15 90
6
144
14 40
6
251
25 10
6
97
9 70
6
121
12 10
6
140 ■
14 00
6
264
26 40
6
218
21 80
ti
93
9 30
6
122
12 20
6
196
19 60
6
235 ,
23 50
6
174
17 40
6
257
25 70
6
246
24 60
G
278
27 80
6
285
■1% 50
6
330
83 00
6
105
10 50
6
194
19 40
6
271
27 10
6
47
4 70
6
211
21 10
b
36
3 60
6
218
21 80
6
127
12 70
6
201
20 10
6
204
20 40
6
61
6 10
6
223
22 30
6
160
16 00
G
45
4 50
6
306
30 GO
G
252
25 20
G
364
36 40
6
146
14 60
0
200
20 00
6
60
6 00
6
207
26 70
6
224
22 40
G
289
28 90
G
66
6 60
G
36
8 60
G
G
1S6
13 60
G
60
6 00
6
58
5 80
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107
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G
95
9 50
6
242
24 20
G
154
15 40
6
199
19 90
6
1 345
34 50
6
,875-]
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS.
71
REPORT ON MILEAGE AND PER DIEM Continued.
151
152
153
154
155
157
158
159
160
101
102
104
165
100
lOS
109
170
171
172
173
174
175
170
178
179
180
181
182
183
185
187
188
192
193
194
195
190
197
19S
199
200
201
208
204
205
206
207
208
209
210
211
212
213
214
210
217
21s
219
221
222
223
220
227
228
Manchester ! 229
Bunker Hill
Fidelity
Clay
Russell
Alpha
Urhana
McHeury
Wethurslleld
Waubunsia
Virden
Hope
Edward Dobbins
Atlanta
Star tn the East . .
Millord
Nunda
Evergreen
Girard
Wayne
Cherry Valley .
Lena
Matteson
' Mcudota
Illinois Central .
Wabash
Moweaqua
Moultrie
Gi'rmania
Meridian
Abingdon., . . .
Mystic Tie
Cyrus
Farmington
Herricli
Freedom ... .
LaHarpe
Louisville
King Solomon's.
Grandview
Homer
Sheba
Centralia
Lavely
Flora
Corinthian
Fairfleld
Tamaroa
Wilmington
Wm.B. warren ...
Lincoln
Cleveland .\
Shipman
Ipava
Gillespie
Newton
Mason
New Salem
Oakland
Leroy
Geo. Washington
Keeney
Pana
Columbus
Lovington .
J. A. Merrifleld.. .
R. S Moore
J. W. Hudson
E R. Ankrum. .. .
John Lindsy
M. S. Rrown. .. .
S Searls
J. B. Molfltt
T J. Tustin
A. L. Burton
J. B. Jordan
C. M. Carter
C. H. Ormsby ...
J. C. Norton
J. A. Holmes
O. Mausfleld
J. S. Rodgers. ...
Geo. Ball
J. M. Burkholder
T. M. Lee
A. Kemper
C. Pufler
P. I Uavis
R. Richards
W. W. Apperson.
B. Scarlett
P Cofer
A. Candler
M. ]M. Morse
D. W. Andrews. .
S. S. Rogers .. .
C. C. Farmer.. .
R H. Dickey
M. Waldenmeyer.
M. Allen
Jas . Mayor
C W. Apperson . .
S. G. Gardner
E. Thompson
G. W. Yates
F. M. Coulter
G. W. Smith
N. R. Taylor.
J. F. Shadwell ...
T. D. Palmer...
H. B. Leach
L. O. Norton
E. W. Willard ...
A. Ilainer
J. W. Spellman.. .
R. Cleveland ... .
W G. Wallace.. .
W. Willis
D. K. Campbell ..
D. B. Brown
C. H Hanson
J. i'reble
H. D. Williams...
M. S. Stout
G M. Dixon
H. W. Flower...
H. L. Morse. .. -
J. W. Bonney
J. M. Gregory. . . .
J. D. Rood house.
Milep.
253
250
267
188
164
130
51
182
206
310
250
146
93
93
43
121
210
158
84
134
38
84
100
179
185
185
74
173
111
149
171
226
71
216
229
257
172
148
282
253
178
237
82
257
280
53
i57
238
206
244
225
212
254
173
138
142
198
212
247
170
232
Mileage
$25 30
25 00
26 70
18 80
16 40
13 00
5 10
13 20
20 60
31 00
25 00
14fiO
9 30
9 30
4 30
12 10
21 00
15 30
8 40
13 40
3 80
8 40
10 00
17 90
18 50
18 5f
'746
17 30
11 10
14 90
17 10
22 60
7 10
21 60
22 90
25 70
17 20
14 80
28 20
35 30
17 30
23 70
8 20
25 70
28 00
5 30
is' 76
23 80
20 60
24 40
22 50
21 20
25 40
17 30
13 80
14 20
19 SO
21 20
24 70
17 00
23 20
Total .
$31 30
31 00
32 70
19 80
22 40
19 00
11 10
19 20
6 00
26 60
37 00
31 00
20 60
15 30
15 30
10 30
18 10
27 00
21 30
14 40
19 40
9 80
14 40
10 OU
23 90
24 50
24 50
0 00
13 40
23 30
17 10
20 90
23 10
28 60
13 10
23 60
28 90
31 70
23 90
20 80
34 20
31 30
23 30
29 70
14 20
31 70
34 00
U 30
0 00
21 70
6 00
29 SO
26 60
30 40
28 50
27 20
31 40
23 30
19 80
20 20
25 80
37 20
30 70
23 00
29 20
72
PROCEEDINGS OF THE
[Oct.
REPORT ON MILEAGE AND PER DIEM Coiztin?/,ed.
Wyanet
Farmars
BlancUnsville .
DuQuoin
Dallas City.. .
Charter Oak. ..
Cairo
Black Hawk
Mt. Carmel
Western Star . .
Shekinah
Galva
Hoi'icon
Greenville
El Paso
Rob Morris
Golden Gate.
HibbiivM
Robinson
Heyworth
Aledo
Avon Harmony
Aurora
Donuelson
Algonquin
Warsaw
Chemung
Mattoon
Anion
Channahon
Illinois . . .
Franklin Grove
Vermilion
Kinnston
La Prairie
Paris
Wheaton
Blaney
Carmi
Miner's
Byron
Milton
Elizabeth
Accordia ,
Jo Daviess
Neoga
Kansas
Brooklyn
Meteor
Catlin
Plymouth
De Soto
Genoa
Wataga
Chenoa
Propheistown ..
Pontiac
Dills
Benjamin
Waconda
Hanover
Durand
Raven
W. C. Hobbs...
T. J. Pickett ..
Ashlar -
231
232
33S
384
235
236
2S7
238
289
240
241
243
244
245
246
247
248
249
2.50
251
252
253
254
255
256
257
2.= 8
260
261
262
263
264
265
266
267
268
269
271
272
273
274
275
276
277
278
279
280
282
283
285
2S6
2S7
2'?8
291
292
293
294
295
297
29S
300
302
3113
SOG
307
308
Geo. White
J. R. Pitt
Wm Isom
S Freden stein.. . .
W. '^cott
G. W. Loughmiller
J. S. Rearden . . . .
H. J. Mack
J. Zimmerman . . . .
G. Scroggs
J. H. Barton . . . .
S. G. Jarvis
D. A. Baxter
L. Adams
J. H. Miller
M. A. Cushing. .. .
L B Sanford
T. L. Kfiis
H. E. Allen
J. Dorland
B. F. Brock
P. HaiTod
T. L. Biirtlett
B. F. McLean
John Peter
A. Roesler
W. G. Billings .. ..
J. W. Dora
W. H. Cardiff
N. Bedford
M. E. Erler
H. A. Black
W. T. Butler
C. M. Gramma)-
R. H. Bacon
E. B. Austin
J, Saunders
H. C. Berry
J. I. McClintock ..
S. O. StiUman
N. H. York
J G. Johnson .. . .
J. Q Ledbetter . . . .
H. Peters
A. C. Schadle
J. N. Smith
D. W. Zink
D. Gilmore
W. L. Simmons . .
S. R. Tilton
S. K. Gay lord .. ..
H. S. McElhose. ..
G. E. Wood
W. Hadley
CD. Sanborn .. ..
E. S, Bently
H. H. Hill
O. J. Reese
G. W. Cyrus
A. Calkins
A. D. White
G. H. Joselyn
L. Rank
S. Shockley.
S. H. Smith
P. S. Allen
Miles
112
413
210
289
223
234
365
242
266
128
808
140
75
248
118
115
187
245
234
138
177
184
88
249
48
248
66
173
139
55
151
88
140
269
234
164
25
287
171
88
258
340
i45
185
177
95
57
134
223
302
68
156
103
129
92
259
242
40
186
104
42
132
192
Mileage,
$11 20
41 80
21 00
28 90
22 30
23 40
36 50
24 20
26 60
12 80
30 80
14 00
7 50
24 80
11 80
11 50
18 70
24 50
23 40
13 80
17 70
15 40
3 80
24 90
4 80
24 80
6 60
17 30
13 90
5 50
15 10
8 80
14 00
26 90
23 40
16 40
2 50
28 70
17 10
8 80
25 SO
34 00
14 50
18 50
17 70
9 50
5 70
13 40
22 30
30 20
6 80
15 60
10 80
12 90
9 20
25 90
24 20
4 00
18 60
10 40
4 20
13 20
19 20
i«75-]
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS.
73
REPORT ON. MILEAGE AND PER DIEM Continued.
Harvard
Kilwinning
Ionic
Yorlc
Palatine
Erwin
Abraham Jonas .
J. L. Anderson .
Doric
Dunlap
Windsor
Orient
Harrisburg
Industry — —
Gral'ton
Altona
Mt. Erie
Tuscola
Sumner
Schiller ...
New Columbia..
pneida
Saline
Kedron
Full Moon
Wenona
Milledgeville . . .
N. D. Morse
Sidney
Russellville
Sublette
Fairview
Tarbolton
Kinderhook —
Ark and Anchor
Marine
Hermitage
Blackberry
Princeville
Noble
Horeb
Bement
Areola
Oxford
Jefferson
Newman
Middleton
Livingston
Galesburg
Chambersburg . .
Shabbona
Archimedes
Aroma
Payson
Liberty
Gill
LaMoille
Waltham
Mississippi
Bridgeport
Youngstown
El Dara
Kankakee
Ashmore
Oconee
*10
309
311
312
313
314
315
316
318
310
321
322
323
325
827
328
330
331
332
334
335
336
337
339
840
341
344
345
346
347
348
849
350
351
853
354
355
356
359
860
362
363
366
366
367
368
369
370
371
372
373
374
377
378
379
380
382
388
384
385
886
887
388
389
390
392
J. Morrison..
A H. Robinson..
R. C. Crocker
J. A. Rearden
F. J. Filbert
A. Inveen
T. N. Boone
0. L. Pitney
J. W. Morey ■
W. Lane
1. H. Gilpin
J. B. Welch
F. M. Pickett
T. B. Stewart
F. J. Glazier
L. B. Young
F. Israel
A. H. Elkin
J. P. Jones
I A. Well
J. F. Smith
G. L.Stephenson
W. J. Hubbard
R. Kimball
J. L. Beirne
W. R. Phillips
L. C. Belding
J. S. True ,
G. W. Hartman
J. P. Weiger
Levi Mead
J. B. Negley
E. F. Joy
W. G. Smith
J. M. Stout
A. H. Judd
J. Vice
C. Spalding. . ..■
J. L. Bliinchard
S. W. Gard
A. J. Wiley
C. F. Tenny
G. Klink
A . D. Underwood. . . .
H. Cornelius
J. M. Smith
W. Green
A. S. Sedgwiek
A. S. Converse
W. B. Elledge
M. B. Allen
G. HcBtle
J C. Danforth
J . Pierce
S. F. McBride
T. M Angelo
C A. Stoughton
W. Wilson
C. M. Keller
B. P. Beck
G. W. Beckner
J. W. Burk
F. S. Hatch
P. B. Parcell
W. H. Anghinbaugh
Miles.
Mileage.
0
u
6 ^
63
$ 6 30
(i
169
16 90
6
213
21 30
6
26
2 60
6
2.i6
25 60
6
99
9 90
6
227
22 70
6
179
17 90
6
124
12 40
6
185
18 50
6
60
0 00
6
.306
80 60
6
214
21 40
6
55
5 60
6
148
14 80
6
258
25 80
t)
150
15 00
6
260
26 00
6
1.51
15 10
6
358
36 80
6
152
15 20
6
351
35 10
6
liW
19 60
6
276
27 60
ti
109
10 90
6
125
12 50
()
229
22 90
6
147
14 7C
6
236
23 60
6
92
0 20
6
184
IS 40
6
104
10 40
6
270
27 00
6
200
20 00
6
272
27 20
6
275
27 .50
6
44
4 40
6
147
14 70
6
260
26 00
6
163
16 80
6
l.'i4
15 40
6
158
15 SO
6
Kil
16 10
6
294
29 40
6
166
16 60
6
282
28 20
6
74
7 40
6
164
16 40
6
244
24 40
6
73
7 30
6
294
29 40
6
61
(i 10
6
27.1
27 50
6
280
28 0(»
6
224
22 40
6
98
9 30
6
96
9 60
6
1.53
15 30
6
254
25 40
6
197
19 70
6
272
27 20
6
50
5 60
6
192
19 20
6
209
20 90
6
Total .
12 30
6 00
22 90
27 30
8 ()0
81 60
16 90
28 70
23 90
15 40
24 .50
12 00
36 (iO
27 40
11 50
20 80
31 80
21 00
32 00
21 10
41 80
21 20
41 10
25 60
33 60
16 90
18 .50
28 90
20 70
29 60
15 20
24 40
16 40
33 00
26 00
.33 20
33 50
10 40
20 70
31 00
22 30
21 40
21 80
2l' 10
35 40
22 60
34 20
13 40
22 40
80 40
13 30
.35 40
12 10
33 50
.34 00
28 40
15 80
15 6(>
21 30
31 40
25 70
33 20
11 60
25 20
26 90
74
PROCEEDINGS OF THE
[Oct.
REPORT ON MILEAGE AND PER DIEM Continued.
Blair
Jersey ville
H. G. Reynolds.
Muddy Point —
Shiloh
Kinmundy
Pacific
Odell
Kishwaukee
Mason City
Ratavia
Ramsey
Bethalto
Blue Grass
Stratton
Thos. J. Turner
Mithra
Hesperia..
Bollen
Forreston
Evening Star
Lawn Ridge
Paxton
Marseilles
FreeburK
Keynoldsburg . .
Oregon
Washburn
Landmark
Lanark
Exeter
Sunbeam
Kendrick
Summit
Murray ville
Annawan
Makanda
Neponset
Pliilo
Chicago
Luce
Camargo
Sparland
Casey
Hampshire
Chesterfield. ..
Watseka
S. D. Monroe. ..
Yates City
Mendon
Bromwell
Grant
Maroa
Irving
Nokomis
Moscow
Blazing Star . . .
Butler
Jeffersonville .
Plainview
Trcmont ....
Palmyra
Denver
Huntsville
South Macon
393
894
395
3flfi
39T
398
400
401
412
403
404
406
406
40T
408
409
410
411
412
413
414
415
41fi
417
418
419
420
421
422
428
424
428
430
431
432
483
434
435
436
437
439
440
441
442
443
445
446
447
448
449
451
452
454
455
456
457
458
469
460
461
462
468
464
466
467
C. M. White
J. G. Marston
R. Terrill
Geo. Moore
John Gory
M. Wilson
E. T. Eads
Chas. Finefleld ....
A. D. Gibbs
S. M. Badger
C. A. Buscher
A. Lancaster
L. W. Lyon
John G. Mick
D. A. Morrison
John E. Pettibone.
J. C. Meyer
C. H. Brenan
J. L. Marvel
J. C. Brooks
T. Cronemiller .. .
John Morris
B. F. Mason
E. Barber
T. O. Holcomb...
J. B. Woodside . .
G. M. Dwight
E. Buckingham.. ..
J. E. Chadwick . ..
D. H. Snyder
J. M. Riggs
S. Faxon
J. S. Oliver
D. B. Batchelor ...
J. B. Beadles
H. White
J. E. Springer
A. B. Avery
W. Fleming
A. Shire
W. M. Avise ..
A. Saulsbury
H Tesmer
T. L. Shlnkle
S. C. Rowel
J. J. Leach
J. W. Riggs
R J. Ford
J. W. Hensley
D. B. Cook
J. M. Birce
W. D. Frost
T. N. Leavitt
C. Ramsey
G. Sippell
J. W. Hood
0. A. Furlong
G. W. Brown, jr . .
R. A. Moss
A. W. Shultz
L M. Hobart
J T. Gardner
Thos. M. Orton....
R. H. Mead
R. H. Woodcock ..
Miles.
Mileage
0
Total.
Oh
$6
1 6 00
262
$26 20
6
32 20
137
13 70
li
19 70
179
17 90
6
28 90
91
9 10
6
15 10
230
23 00
6
29 00
168
16 80
6
22 80
82
8 20
6
14 20
65
6 50
r>
12 50
171
17 10
6
28 10
38
3 80
i>
9 80
219
21 90
6
27 90
280
28 00
6
34 00
118
11 80
6
17 80
171
17 10
6
23 10
6
fi 00
6
6 00
6
6 00
137
18 70
6
19 70
121
12 10
6
18 10
109
10 90
6
16 90
142
14 20
6
20 2'»
103
10 30
6
16 30
76
7 60
6
13 60
302
30 20
(>
36 20
337
33 70
6
39 70
97
9 70
6
16 70
128
12 SO
6
18 80
(i
6 00
142
14 20
6
20 20
230
28 00
fi
29 00
53
5 30
6
11 30
248
24 80
6
80 80
182
18 20
6
24 20
226
22 60
6
28 60
146
14 60
6
20 60
816
31 60
R
37 60
124
12 40
6
18 40
158
15 80
6
21 80
6
6 00
263
26 30
6
82 30
156
15 60
6
21 60
134
18 40
6
19 40
218
21 80
0
27 80
55
5 50
6
11 50
233
23 30
6
29 30
82
8 20
6
14 20
252
25 20
6
81 20
105
16 50
6
22 50
257
25 70
6
81 70
192
19 20
6
25 20
263
26 80
6
32 30
156
15 60
6
21 60
234
23 40
6
29 40
224
22 40
6
28 40
346
84 60
6
40 60
3:12
S3 20
6
89 20
243
24 30
6
30 80
252
25 20
6
81 20
234
23 40
6
29 40
153
15 30
6
21 30
221
22 10
6
28 10
245
24 50
6
80 50
232
23 20
6
29 20
179
17 90
6
23 90
1875-]
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS.
75
REPORT ON MILEAGE AND PER DIEM — Continued.
Cheney's Grove 468
McLean -169
Rantoul 47U
Amity 4T2
Gordon 4T3
Columbia 4T4
Manito 4T6
New Rutland 477
Pleiades 478
Wyoming 479
Logan 480
Lexington 482
Oskaloosa 435
Bowen 486
Andrew Jackson 487
Clay City 488
Cooper 489
Shannon 490
Martin 491
Liberty ville 492
Tower Hill 493
, Stone Fort 495
Tennessee 496
Alma 497
Murphysboro 498
Saint Paul SoO
Stark 501
Woodhull 602
Odin 503
East St. Louis 5o4
Meridian Sun 505
O. H, Miner 506
Home 508
Parkersburg 509
J.D.Moody 510
Cold Spring 5i3
Bradford 5u
Dement 5i5
Andalusia 5i6
Litchfield 5l7
Abraham Lincoln 5l8
Eoseville 5i9
Anna 520
lUiopolis 521
Monitor 522
Chatham 523
Evans 524
Delia 525
Covenant 526
Rossville 527
Minooka 523
Adams o29
Ashton 531
Seneca o:j2
Freemanton 583
Cuba 5:u
Sherman 535
Plainfield 536
J. R. Gorin 5.37
Chatsworth 589
Harlem 540
Sigel 541
Towanda 542
Cordova 543
Virginia .. 544
P. H. Hyatt
H. W. Wood
L. Booth
P. F Loveland
W. P. Gordon
R. M. Dixon
P. W. Thomas
W. S. Wayman
p. Nickerson
T. W. Bloomer 138
D.Gillespie 15T
T. Roberts H"
D. M. Laswell '-ias
Jessie Palmer 242
J. W. Ross 838
J.T.Evans 244
J B. McNair 233
J. Mastin 135
A.Campbell 1S7
L. H. Howell 36
E. Brownback 212
W. P. Throgmorton 319
J. W. Aiken 212
A Stewart 8"<>
E. B. Pellett 816
A.R.Robinson 185
T W. Ross 146
J. Tower 154
E. B. Wilcox 244
Anson Dustin 230
R. F. Oaks 86
W. H. McLean 89
H. Hurlbut
G.Mason 268
C. M. Jones 259
E. A. McCracken 210
H. Phoenix 129
J. V. Diamond 70
Jas. Cozad 190
A.T. Keithley 284
G. N. Carr 186
R. Carr 191
A . Harmon 328
P. P Lucas 188
N.J. Bloomfleld 42
J. R. Deal 194
C. H. Getchell 12
T. J. Dunning 213
J. A. Crawford
S. D. Lewis 110
S.T.Ferguson 51
J. W. Bickers 279
W. Frees | 84
D. Maxev 71
J. C. Rus"sell 210
H. Shiery 192
W. A. Griffin 180
E. Vf^ Gilbert 41
S. HTSmith 142
Chas. Wineland 97
B.H. Alden i 8
I. Perkins j 191
E. Stretch 119
R. C. Cole 152
C.M.Hubbard 1 212
120
141
114
30
258
294
173
125
d
Mileag.-
z
B^
$12 00
$6
14 10
6
11 40
6
3 00
«
25 80
6
29 40
6
17 30
2
12 50
6
6
18 80
6
15 70
<)
11 00
6
23 80
H
24 20
6
38 80
«
24 40
6
23 30
(S
13 60
6
18 70
6
3 60
6
21 20
6
31 90
6
21 20
ti
80 60
6
31 60
«
18 50
6
14 60
6
15 4(1
6
24 40
6
28 00
6
8 60
6
8 90
6
.
6
26 80
6
25 90
6
21 00
6
12 90
6
7 UO
6
19 00
6
23 40
6
18 60
6
19 10
6
32 80
6
18 80
«
4 20
6
19 40
6
1 20
6
21 80
6
6
11 00
6
5 10
6
27 90
6
8 40
6
'7 10
6
21 00
6
19 20
6
18 00
6
4 10
6
14 20
6
9 70
6
80
6
19 10
6
11 90
2
15 20
6
21 20
6
Total.
$18 00
20 10
17 40
9 00
31 80
35 40
19 30
18 50
6 00
19 80
21 70
17 00
29 30
30 20
89 8(1
30 40
29 30
19 .W
24 7(1
9 60
27 20
37 90
27 20
36 60
87 60
24 60
20 60
21 40
30 40
34 CO
14 60
14 90
6 00
82 80
31 90
27 00
18 90
13 00
25 00
29 40
24 60
25 10
88 80
24 80
10 20
25 40
7 20
27 30
6 00
17 00
11 10
33 90
14 40
13 10
27 00
25 20
24 00
10 10
20 20
16 70
6 80
25 10
13 90
21 20
27 20
76
PROCEEDINGS OF THE
[Oct.
REPORT ON MILEAGE AND PER DIEM Continued.
Apple River
Newark
Sharon
Darwin
Ancona
Kyle
Plum River
Humboldt
Dawson
Leasing
Leland
Thomson
Trinity . .
Villa Kidge ...
Hamilton
Winslow
Pleasant Hill
Albany
Frankibrt
Jacksonville . .
Bardolph —
Gardner
Capron
Viola
Prairie City
Elbridge
Hazel Dell
Dongola
Shirley
Highland
Vesper
Fisher
Princeton
Troy
Elwood
Fieldon
Lodi
Miles Hart
National
Lostant
Dorchester
LaClede
Watson
Clark
Hebron
Allen...
Streator
Piper .
Sheldon
Union Park
Kock River
Forrest
Wadley "b
Milan i 61T
Basco i tile
Berwick 019
Ncw Hope If"
Venice '^}^
Hopedale f'^J^
548
549
55U
551
552
553
554
555
556
557
558
5.59
561
562
563
564
565
566
567
570
572
573
575
577
578
579
580
581
583
583
584
585
587
588
589
592
594
595
596
597
598
601
60;i
603
604
buo
607
608
6U9
610
612
614
Locust
Dubois . . .
Melrose . .
Union —
Mosaic . . .
Old Time.
623
624
625
627
628
629
J. Carr
G. G. Biddulph....
0. Wilkinson
A. Prevo
1. D. Bullock
J. W. Hays
F. Tyrrell
G. W. Ravens
J W. Wilson
Wm. Swissler
G. J. Monroe
G. W. Sweep
O D. Wilcox
J W. Mott
I. C. Noble
N. C. Tyler
J. Mills
H. M. Booth
R. D. Kirkpatrick.
S. H. Thompson . . .
M. H. Jackson
J. F. Peck
C . E . Freeman
J. B. Longly. .. . .
J. H. Eskridge
W. H. Stubbs
C. W. Poland
Henry Mowery
C. L. Hutchison.. ..
R. Suppiger
J.H Bell
J. W. Hartsock.. ..
C. G. Cushing . . . .
G. Rosner
J. Danner
W. Bads
F. Tuttle
J. B. Daniel
A. C. Wood
F. Foulke
F. Meyer
W. H. Wolfe
W. H. Abraham . . .
J. A. Elwalt
D. A. Clarey
G.M. Wright
H. N. Moorehouse
W . Ong
A. C. Mantor
A. D. O'Neill
M. S. Bowman.
W. P. Hart.
W. H. Shaver....
W. N. lUggs
L. Giddmgs ..
T. L. Orendorflf ..
Thurston Bishop
E. S. Hobart ...»
A. B. Leeper . . .
W. C. Wilmore..
J. B. Sheapley ..
E. Wiggs
J. A. Scott
E A. Wallace...
Miles.
151
63
122
214
100
204
144
84
196
'67
143
179
853
272
144
265
148
314
215
197
63
70
168
199
170
231
839
133
267
164
210
105
280
164
272
51
183
ii5
248
219
206
211
73
138
96
91
91
iio
B. M. Bullard 102
224
200
242
189
200
277
149
21«
274
213
839
134
192
Q
u
V
Oi
$15 10
$6
6 30
6
12 20
6
21 40
6
10 00
6
20 40
6
14 40
6
8 40
6
19 60
6
6
6 70
6
14 30
6
17 90
6
35 80
6
27 20
6
14 40
6
26 50
6
14 30
6
31 40
6
21 50
6
19 70
6
6 30
6
7 00
6
16 80
6
19 90
6
17 00
6
23 10
6
33 90
6
13 30
6
26 70
6
16 40
6
21 00
6
10 50
6
28 00
6
16 40
6
27 20
6
5 10
6
18 30
6
6
11 50
6
24 80
6
21 90
6
20 60
6
21 10
6
7 30
2
13 80
6
»60
6
9 10
6
9 10
6
6
11 00 '
6
10 20
6
22 40
»!
2(1 00
6
24 20
6
18 90
20 00
27 70
14 90
21 00
27 40
21 30
33 90
13 40
19 20
i875.]
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS.
77
REPORT ON MILEAGE AND PER DIEM Continued.
RidseFarm . . 682
E F. W. Ellis I 633
Buckley i 634
Rochester 635
Peotone 1 636
Fortitude I 688
Keystone ! 639
Comet 641
Apollo 642
D. C. Cregier J 643
San J Of e 645
Somonauk 646
Blueville 64T
Camden ! 648
li'vington I 650
Centre Star 651
Polar Star | 652
Greenview 658
Woodford 654
Yorktown 655
Mozart — 656
Lafayette 657
Rock Island 658
Grand Chain ,
Bethesda . . .
South Park . , . .
Phoenix
Mayo
Greenland
Crawtord
Erie
Burnt Prairie.
Herder
Fillmore .. ..
Farina
660
661
662
663
6(14
665
666
667
668
669
670
671
Eddyville 672
Normal i 673
Waldeck I 674
Pawnee 675
A. O. Fay 676
Enfleld 677
Sheffield i 678
Illinois City ' 679
Clement 680
Morrisonville 681
Blue Mound 682
Burnside 683
Rio 685
Cashman 686
Clifton : 688
Advance 689
Englewood 690
lola 691
Raymond 692
Herrln's Prairie 698
Centre 694
ShilohHill , 095
Belle Rive ' 696
Hutton 698
Pleasant Plains. I 700
Temple Hill 701
Alexandria 702
Braidwood 704
Ewing 705
Joppa 706
Circle ' 707
J. Hole
J. T. Lakin
J. G. McClave
W. Finney
J. B. Sollitt
F. Kemp
Morris Pflaum . .
J. M. Edmiston
G. Howison
H. Munsterman.. ..
D G. Cunningham
J. F. Poplin
W. T.Houston
E. B. West
W. H. Brown
S. H. Holt
T M. Renfro
W. H Williamson.
D. O'Brien
W. W. Craddock ..,
W. Frederick
E. Day
J. Bready .. ..
W. C. Armstrong...
H. L. Turpening ..
C. S. Waite
G. W. Beathard
A. M. Clark
J. Wells
S. H. Newlan
J. Cocking
R F. Fenton
P. Ziemsen
A. G. Butler
J. W. McClure .. ..
J. R Slegall
A. F. Dickinson ...
L. Colhart
W. R. Lockrulge ...
John Middleton
W. H. Baird
H. Bauman
L. Feiderlien
J . S . Sawyer — . . .
J. M. Pence
J. Hatfleld
B. Fordham
Alex Heflin
R. J. Dauphing
T. Barham
W. W. Johnson
G. W. Carson
W.J. Moore
E. A. Hanna
A. H. James
G. I. Ladd
F J. Cross
C. S. Todd
F. E. Cottingham .
J. H. Claspill
S. B. Weldon
J. E. Alexander ...
C. K. Charlton . ...
J. M. Darr
L. G. Torrance.. ..
D. S. Mclntyre.. ..
162
60
203
239
259
161
298
179
118
124
126
336
182
362
113
6
177
228
220
215
133
272
2.3i
224
380
124
20.3
23
277
257
202
170
214
184
226
165
"69
140
7
221
222
328
202
800
294
191
201
414
191
57
300
223
178
Mileage.
$14 40
9 80
9 30
19 80
4 00
19 80
14 30
16 20
6 00
20 30
23 90
25 90
16 10
29 80
17 90
11 80
12 40
12 60
38 60
18 20
36 20
11 30
60
17 70
22 80
22 00
21 50
13 30
27 20
23 10
22 40
38 00
12 40
20 80
2 30
27 70
25 70
20 20
17 00
21 40
18 40
22 60
16 50
6 90
14 00
70
22 10
22 20
32 80
20 20
80 00
39 40
19 10
20 10
41 40
19 10
5 70
30 00
22 30
17 30
Total.
$20 40
15 80
15 30
25 30
10 00
25 80
6 00
20 30
6 00
6 00
22 20
12 00
26 30
29 90
31 90
22 10
36 80
23 90
17 80
18 40
18 60
39 60
24 20
42 20
17 30
6 60
23 70
28 80
28 00
27 50
19 30
33 20
(i 00
29 10
28 40
44 00
18 40
6 00
26 80
8 30
33 70
31 70
26 20
23 00
27 40
24 40
28 60
22 50
6 00
12 90
20 00
6 70
28 10
28 20
38 80
26 20
36 00
35 40
25 10
26 10
47 40
25 10
11 70
36 00
28 30
28 .30
78
PROCEEDINGS OF THE
[Oct.
REPORT ON MILEAGE AND PER DIEM Continued.
Leiuont
Star
Farmer City .
Providence .
CoUinsville . .
Newtown —
Blvaston
Calumet
Lumberman's
Chapel Hill. .
Varna
Rome
Walnut
Omaha
Chandlerville
Rankin
Golden Rule . .
708 W. P. Peirce ....
709 ! D. Wallace
710 i J. S. Miller
711 : W. P. Gray ....
712 I W. Penny
714 1 A. B. Tilton
715 1 J. A. Foster ....
716 J. Sidle
717 S. S Buffum ...
719 H. J. Hagginson
720 I S. B. Jones .. ..
721 G. L. Cummings
722 M G. Sheldon ..
723 J. W. Meador ..
724 L. C. Chandler..
725 J. S. Hewins ..
726 ; J. W Brown ....
Miles.
25
104
130
10
286
13(i
241
16
118
2(i8
no
292
209
116
Mileage
Q
<a
CL
$2 50
$6
10 40
2
13 00
6
1 00
H
28 60
H
13 (iO
6
24 10
6
1 60
6
6
32 60
(>
11 80
6
26 80
6
11 00
6
29 20
6
20 90
6
11 60
«
6
Total .
$8 50
12 40
19 00
7 00
34 60
19 60
30 10
7 60
6 00
88 60
17 80
32 80
17 00
35 20
26 90
17 60
6 00
RECEPTION — Past Grand Master of Wisconsin. .
M. W. Bro. R. Delos Pueford, Past Grand Master of the Grand
Lodge of Wisconsin, was introduced to the Grand Lodge by Past
Grand Master Hawley, and received with the Grand Honors.
SPECIAL ORDER — Report on Widows and Orphans' Home.
The hour for the special order having arrived, R. W. Bro, Scott
called up the report of the Committee on Widows and Orphans'
Home. M. W. Bro. Cregier moved that the further considera-
tion of the report be postponed until the next Annual Communi-
cation, and that the report be printed in the proceedings, in order
that subordinate lodges may have time to consider the matter
and properly instruct their delegates. Bro. Cregier's motion
prevailed, and the matter was laid over.
REPORT — Committee on Petitions — Supplementary.
The Committee on Petitions submitted the following supple-
mental report, which was adopted :
To the M. W. Grand Lodge of A. F. &■ A. M. of the State of Illinois :
Your Committee on Petitions beg leave to make the following supplementary
report :
1 875-] GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. 79
No. I. Petition of nineteen members of Brooklyn Lodge No. 282, to remove the
Lodge from its present location, Malugin's Grove, to Compton, a distance of two
miles.
Section 2, article 3, part second of the By-Laws, requires that a petition of this
kind should emanate from the Lodge. Your committee are informed that this peti^
tion has never been presented to the lodge for official action. Your committee
therefore recommend that the prayer of the petition be not granted.
All of which is respectfully submitted.
THOMAS J. WHITEHEAD,^
S. STEVENS, \Covimittee.
A. B. DAVIDSON, )
RESOLUTION— To Pay Committee on Correspondence.
R. W. Bro. Scott, G. C, offered the following resolution, which
was referred to the Finance Committee:
Resolved, That in view of the efficient and laborious services of the Committee on
Foreign Correspondence, that it be allowed the sum of five hundred dollars.
REPORT— Committee on Obituaries.
W. Bro. F. Hudson (17S) read the following report of the Coin-
mittee on Obituaries, which was adopted:
To the M. W. Grand Lodge of A. F. of A. M. of the State of Illinois :
Your committee, to whom was referred so much of the M. W. Grand Master's
address as relates to those Brethren, who have, since our last communication, been
called by our Supreme Grand Master from their transitory labors on earth to eternal
refreshment in Heaven.
Melancholy as the duty is, your committee have endeavored to gather from the
record of those who have passed over the dark river, some few gleams of light and
hope, not only to reconcile us to the loss we as a brotherhood have sustained, but also
to enable us, who must ere long pass through the valley of the shadow of death, to
meet with becoming calmness and resignation, that last and awful summons which
will surely come to us, as come it must to all, to cross that great gulf that separates
time from eternity — that awful gulf no mortal e'er repassed to tell what's doing on the
other side.
In the death of Brother J. H. Anthon, P. G. Master of the State of New York,
this Grand Jurisdiction has lost an able representative near the Grand Lodge of New
York, and the great State over which he presided with so much dignity, ability and
inflexible integrity, has suffered the loss of one of her greatest and brightest lights-
Brother Anthon died in October, 1874.
Our sister jurisdiction of Canada has been peculiarly unfortunate in the loss of
her Grand Master, W. M. WiLSON, who laid down his earthly gavel on the i6th of
So PROCEEDINGS OF THE [Oct.
January, 1875 ; also, in the loss of Brother T. B. Harris, the Grand Secretary, who
died August i8th, 1875. Both of these brethren laid down the burthen of life while
in the active discharge of their Masonic duties and usefulness — with their harness on.
There seems to have been an unprecedented mortality among the P. G. Masters of
Pennsylvania, for your committee find the above jurisdiction has been visited to
an unusual extent in the deaths of no less than four P. G. Masters, viz.: P. G. M.
Read, who died November 9th, 1874; P. G. Master Samuel H. Perkins, P. G.
Master James Page, who died April 6th, 1S75, and P. G. Master Lucius Scott, who
died April 22d, 1875.
Maryland has also sustained a serious loss in the death of P. G. Master James W.
McJiLTON, who died April nth, 1875.
The Grand Lodge of Kentucky has been called to mourn the death of her efficient
Grand Secretary, R. W. John M. S. McCorckle, during the past year. Your
committee have no data as to the time and circumstances of his death, but can say
that he was a good man and true, and that our sister jurisdiction has sustained an
almost irreparable loss in his death.
We now turn to our own jurisdiction, and to those of our brethren with whom we
were most familiar, and whose heads now rest upon the lap of earth.
The first who claims our attention is Brother William F. Walker, who we find
was born at Bedford, Pennsylvania. This brother became identified with this juris-
diction in the days when Freemasonry was young in the State of Illinois, for we find
he was the first W. Master of Oriental Lodge No. ^^, also Grand Orator of the Grand
Lodge, and in 1845 was elected M. W. G. Master, which position he filled with great
ability. He was a man of fine education, having graduated at Union College,
Schenectady, in 1832; he became also a graduate of the Theological Seminary of
New York, in 1835, and after a most eventful life, the flower of which was warmly
devoted to the interests of Freemasonry, departed to that undiscovered country from
whose bourne no traveler returns, on the 3d of April, 1875, in the 65th year of
his age.
R. W. William McMurtry was born in Kentucky, February 20, 1801 ; emi-
grated to Illinois in 1829, and died April ilth, 1875. He was a member of Hiram
Lodge No. 26, where he was made a Mason, and over which he presided for several
years. In 1848, he was elected Lieutenant-Governor of this State, and served with
distinction for four years. Brother McMuRTRY filled the ofhce of Grand Treasurer
for fourteen years in succession, which is abundant proof of the efficiency with which
he discharged his duties. He was regular in his attendance upon the sessions of this
Grand Lodge, never failing when health permitted ; but his familiar countenance
will never more be seen in our midst, and his well-remembered voice is hushed in
the solemn silence of the grave. Thus, one by one, our fathers are crossing the
dark river (whither we, too, soon must follow), and thus the staunch defenders of
our ancient landmarks are passing away. Father, Friend and Brother, farewell !
Peace to his ashes !
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James VanZandt Blaney, Past Deputy Grand Master, was born at Newcastle,
Delaware, May 1st, 1820, and died in Chicago, December nth, 1874, in the 55th
year of his age. In the death of Brother Blaney, not only the Masonic Fraternity,
but the community at large, has sustained an almost irreparable loss. He was a man
of high scientific attainments, a warm-hearted and zealous Mason; he was one of the
oldest members of Oriental Lodge No. 33, and was also connected with most of the
other Masonic bodies of Chicago, in which he filled some of the highest positions
with credit to himself and honor to the several bodies over which he presided. He
was a man of tender sympathies and generous impulses. Kind and courteous to all,
ever ready to render assistance in cases of affliction and distress, and the amiability
of his disposition endeared him to all who knew him, and a warmer friend no man
ever had than Brother Blaney. Your committee are fully conscious of their inability
to do him justice, for they can find no language in the English vocabulary sufficiently
expressive of his worth. He was most truly one of God's noblemen, and, take him
for all in all, it is very, very douh>tful if we shall ever look upon his like again.
Brother Louis Henry Jorgensen was born in Copenhagen, Denmark, April loth,
1832; emigrated to America in 1850, and settled at LaSalle, Illinois, in 1852, in
which city he was married; in 1854 he removed to Cairo in this State, where he con-
tinued to reside till his death, which took place December 21st, 1874. Brother Jor-
gensen was made a Mason in Cairo Lodge No. 237, in 1857, and served with
marked ability in every position in the Lodge, always evincing great interest in its
welfare. He was a brilliant and zealous Mason, an exemplary citizen, a faithful
friend, a devoted husband, and was loved most by those who knew him best.
Brother James Gallagher, W. Master of Blair Lodge No. 393, departed this life
June 28th, 1875. Brother Gallagher was greatly beloved by all who knew him.
He had been tried in the fiery furnace of affliction, having suffered the loss of the
partner of his days, only about one year previous to his own demise, yet notwith.
standing his mental sufferings, which none can appreciate but those who have drained
the bitter cup, he never swerved from his duties, or was known to murmur at the dis-
pensations of an all-wise Providence, but with calmness and fortitude almost une-
qualled resigned himself into the hands of that God who does all things well, in the
sure and certain hope of a glorious immortality. He left behind him an infant
daughter, now doubly orphaned, which your committee are highly gratified to learn,
Blair Lodge, in the true spirit of Masonic brotherhood, has adopted and taken under
its protection, thereby affording us and the world another proof that not even death
can dissolve the Masonic tie.
Thus have passed away some of our brightest Masonic lights, and as mortals it is
not unreasonable that we should grieve for the losses we have sustained; yet mingled
with our regrets we have at least the hope of a joyful re-union in that upper and
better world, where the wicked cease from troubling and where the weary shall find
rest, and we may well feel justly proud that such men have lived, and tor our
guidance have left their footprints on the sands of time.
Your committee would therefore recommend that memorial pages be set apart in
the proceedings of this Grand Lodge to Brothers P. G. Master William F. Walker,
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P. G. Treasurer R. W. William McMurtry, P. D. G. Master J V. Z. Blaney, P.
M. Louis Henry Jorgensen, and W. Master James Gallagher.
" No further seek their merits to disclose,
Or draw their frailties from their dread abode —
There they alilie in trembling hope repose—
The bosom of their Father and their God."
In addition to those above enumerated, there are many in our own jurisdiction
who have during the past year passed beyond the barriers of time — many who only,
perhaps, for want of opportunity, have not filled such prominent positions in our
institution, but whose virtues, nevertheless, as justly and equally claim from us the
passing tribute of a tear.
And what than friendship's manly tear
Can better grace a brother's bier ?
All of which is most respectfully submitted.
F. HUDSON, )
SAMUEL MARTIN, \ Committee.
J. D. SLANKER, j
REPORT— Committee on Charity — on New Columbia Lodge.
The Committee on Charity, to whom was referred the resolu-
tion of Bro. ScoTT to remit the dues of New Cohnnbia Lodge
No. 336, reported as follows:
To the M. W. Grand Lodge of A. F. and A. M., of the State of Illinois:
Your Committee on Charity, to whom the resolution to remit the dues of New
Columbia Lodge No. 336, was referred, have had the same under consideration.
We learn that this is a case of loss by fire, the property being uninsured. Although
we are informed that this is a case of great hardship, and that the lodge may be un-
able to sustain itself without assistance, yet we cannot venture to recommend a
departure from the established policy of the Grand Lodge not to grant pecuniary aid
to lodges losing property by fire, where such lodges have failed to insure such prop-
erty. We report the resolution back without recommendation, for the action of the
Grand Lodge.
Fraternally submitted,
GEO. E. LOUNSBURY, ]
JOSEPH ROBllINS, ^
W. J. A. DeLANCEY, Committee.
HENRY E. HAMILTON. J
The Grand Lodge refused to concur in the report, and upon
motion, the dues of said lodge were reinitted.
RESOLUTIONS— To Establish District Grand Lodges.
W. Bro. F. M. Pickett (325) offered the following resolutions,
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the consideration of which was postponed until the next Annual
Communication :
Whereas, The number of members of this M. W. Grand Lodge has become so
great that it is too unwieldy for legislative purposes; and
Whereas, The annual expenses of the same for mileage and per diem has be-
come so great as to have become a subject of considerable comjilaint among the
body of the Craft; and
Whereas, some remedy for these growing evils should be devised at as early a
day as possible ; therefore
Resolved, That a Commiltee of five, to be selected by the M. W. Grand Master,
be appointed to devise a method for the organization of District Grand Lodges in
the several Masonic Districts of this Grand Jurisdiction, and for the future composi-
tion of this M. W. Grand Lodge by representation from such District Grand Lodges.
Resolved, That the said committee report the result of their deliberations to the
next Annual Communication of this M. W. Grand Lodge, in the form of amend-
ments to its Constitution and By Laws, and that the said amendments then take the
usual course.
. RECEPTION— Grand Representative of Utah.
R. W. Bro. Asa W. Blakesley presented his credentials as
the representati-\fe of the Grand Lodge of Utah, near this Grand
Lodge. He was received and accredited as such.
CALLED OFF.
At 12 o'clock, m., the Grand Lodge was called from labor to
reireshment.
THIRD DAY— AFTERNOON SESSION.
Thursday, October 7, 1875,
Two o'clock, p. m.
The Grand Lodge was called to labor.
The M. W. Grand Master in the East.
Prayer by the R. W. Grand Chaplain.
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APPOINTMENTS.
The M. W. Grand Master announced the appointment of the
following named brethren as Grand Officers for the ensuing year:
George W. Martin, (607) Grand Chaplain.
George M. McConnell, (570) Grand Orator.
Frank Hudson, Jr., (333) Deputy Grand Secretary.
Alexander H. Irvin, (237) Grand Marshal.
John A. Ladd, (612) , Grand Pursuivant.
Robert Richards, (178) Grand Standard Bearer.
George W. Cyrus, (297) Grand Sword Bearer.
John D. Hamilton, (20) Senior Grand Deacon.
Richard T. Higgins, (16) Junior Grand Deacon.
George Rawson, (588) . Grand Steward.
George Barry, (27) Grand Steward.
Paul Ziemsen, (669) Grand Steward.
John P. Norvell, (38) Grand Steward.
John P. Ferns, {308) Grand Tyler.
REPORTS — Finance Committee.
The Finance Committee submitted the following reports on
the various matters referred to them.
The reports were read and severally adopted:
To the M. W. Grand Lodge of A. F. &- A. M. of the State of Illinois :
Your committee, to whom was referred the accounts of the M. W. Grand Master,
Grand Treasurer and Grand Secretary, would respectfully report :
First. That during the past year the M. W. Grand Master has received:
For 9 Dispensations to form new Lodges ^900 00
" 35 " " confer Degrees 175 CO
" for other purposes 102 00
Total $1,177 00
Which amount the Grand Secretary has duly receipted for.
The Grand Master has expended, as per detailed statement $382 35
We would therefore recommend that an order for $382 35 be drawn in favor of
M. W. G. Master George E. Lounsbury for the same.
Second. A careful examination of the reports and accounts of the Grand Secre-
tary shows that he has received during the past year the following amounts, which
have been paid over to the Grand Treasurer pro tern., R. W. Bro. A. A. Glenn, and
his reeeipt taken for the same.
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Dues for 1872 $ 23 25
" " 1873 63 75
" " 1874 1,060 25
" . " 1875 24,787 05
Dispensations i,i77 00
Miscellaneous dues 125 45
H. W. Bigelow, Lodge 438 (Cash) 169 24
" " " " (in Notes) 600 00
Total ^28,005 99
A detailed exhibit from the Grand Secretary shows the amount of orders
drawn upon the Grand Treasurer, at and since the Grand Annual Communica-
tion of 1874, including orders for mileage and per diem, and all other orders,
to be $27,552 80.
Which detailed statement is herewith submitted.
Third. That we have made a partial examination of the accounts of the Grand
Treasurer, which, so far as we have examined them, appear to be correct; but owing
to the absence of orders paid, amounting to several thousand dollars, we are unable
to prosecute our labors further or to arrive at any correct conclusion in regard to
them, or make any report as to their condition; and would recommend the appoint-
ment of a special committee to take charge of the papers in our hands, and having
procured the balance of the vouchers and finished the examination of the Grand
Treasurer's accounts, to make their report to the Grand Master in time to be printed
with the proceedings of the present session.
All of which is fraternally submitted.
JOHN C. BAGBY, ]
ED. S. MULLINER,
CHARLES FISHER, f ^'''"""^^'''■
J. C. SMITH, J
To the M. W. Grand Lodge of A. F. &^ A. M. of the State of Illinois :
Your Committee on Finance, to whom were referred sundry accounts, have consid-
ered the same and other matters, which properly come before them, and would report
as follows :
We find from bills rendered that Bro. John P. Ferns, in the discharge of his
duties as Grand Tyler, has performed various services and incurred expenses amount-
ing to $90.80.
We therefore recommend that an order for this sum be drawn in his favor, and that
he be allowed the sum of $100 for his services at this session of the Grand Lodge.
We have also considered the following bills and recommend that they be allowed
and orders drawn upon the Treasurer for the amounts named :
James P. Dalton, for twelve charter cases for use of Grand Lodge .... $ 6 50
DeLang & OsTERLiND, for Cap paper i 00
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George W. Davis, D. D. G. M. 22d District, for expenses incurred in visit-
ing Manchester and Staunton, by order of the Grand Master 22 20
J. S. Daniels, for expenses incurred in accompanying D. D. G. M. to
Staunton 10 00
Louis Ziegler, for expenses incurred in visiting Wapella Lodge No. 606,
and arresting charter, by order of Grand Master 9 00
A. A. Glenn, for extra service on Committee on Masonic Jurisprudence, $5;
for expenses incurred in visiting Manchester Lodge, by order of Grand
Master, $7.50 12 50
Patterson & Co., for stationery 34 08
John M. Pearson, for two days' attendance on Committee on Printing at
Springfield ID CO
O. H. Mi.ner, for two days" attendance on Committee on Printing .... 10 00
B. F. Chase, for card signs 2 25
Springfield Printing Company, for composition and press-work on 4,000
copieai of Report of Committee on Foreign Correspondence 912 72
John F. Burrill, for money expended for incidental office expenses of the
year for printing blanks for the use of the Grand Secretary, and for
stationery, etc, 925 34
(This does not include office rent nor clerk hire.)
John Conners, for services as Janitor 10 00
P. Bird Price, for assisting Grand Secretary 25 00
Frank Hudson, Jr., for services as Deputy Grand Secretary 25 00
John Middleton, for building partitions and railing at McCormick's Hall 28 26
R. S. & W G. McCoRMiCK, for rent of Hall three days, for use of Grand
Lodge $400 — less contributed, $50 350 00
Ch.\rles Shober & Co., for lithographing and printing 50 Certificates
Grand Officers 57 5°
W. J. A. DeLancey, for expenses incurred in visiting Waterloo to close
Monroe Lodge, by order of the Grand Master 12 50
A. C. Sch.\DLE, for mileage and per diem, one day's attendance on Grand
Lodge, session of 1874, as representative from Jo Daviess Lodge No. 278,
not reported last year 16 50
John D. Crabtree, D. D. G. M. 7th District, for expenses from Dixon to
Polo, to visit Mystic Tie Lodge, by order of Grand Master 4 00
ToHN M. Pearson, for expenses to Collinsville, to visit Collinsville Lodge
No. 712, by order of the Grand Master 4 75
All of which is fraternally submitted.
JOHN C. BAGBY, ^
ED. S. MULLINER, I ^ .
CHARLES FISHER, | ^°»"'^"^^^-
J. C. SMITH. J
To the M. W. Grand Lodge of A. F. &- A. M. of the State of Illinois :
Your Committee on Finance beg leave to call your attention to the arduous labors
performed by Bro. S. W. Waddle, Chairman of Committee on Mileage and Per Diem,
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in preparing schedules and orders for the use of the committee at this session of the
Grand Lodge, and upon which he expended much time and labor previous to the
session, in order that the committee might not be delayed in the issuing of its orders ;
and would respectfully and fraternally recommend a special appropriation of ^25.00
to Bro. Waddle for extra services.
Fraternally submitted.
JOHN C. BAGBY,
ED. S. MULLINER, \- Committee.
J. C. SMITH.
To the M. W. Grand Lodge of A. L. &^ A. M. of the State of Illinois :
Your Committee on Finance, to whom was referred the resolution of Bro. Thomas
J. Wade, would recommend the remission of the dues of Occidental Lodge No. 40,
for the year 1875, in view of their loss by fire during the past year.
Fraternally submitted.
JOHN C. BAGBY, ]
ED. S. MULLINER, | ^
CHARLES FISHER, \ ^'"^'""^^^^•
J. C. SMITH, J
To the M. W. Grand Lodge of A. F. &= A. M. of the State of Illinois :
Your Committee on Finance beg leave to call the attention of the Grand Lodge to
the fact that the office of the Grand Secretary is not supplied with the conveniences
necessary for the keeping of the archives and records of the Grand Lodge in safety
and good order, and believing that all will recognize the necessity for their safe-
keeping, would recommend that the sum of five hundred dollars, or so much as may
be necessary, be appropriated to be expended in the discretion of the Grand Secre-
tary, for the purchase of a suitable safe and other improvements in his office.
Fraternally submitted.
JOHN C. BAGBY, )
ED. S. MULLINER, \ Committee.
J. C. SMITH, j
To the M. W. Grand Lodge of A. F. and A. M. of the State of Illinois:
The Committee on Finance, to whom was referred the resolution of R. W. Bro.
ScOTT, to pay the Committee on Correspondence the sum of five hundred dollars,
beg leave to refer the same back to the Grand Lodge, and recommend its adoption.
Fraternally submitted.
JOHN C. BAGBY, )
ED. S. MULLINER, \ Committee.
J. C. SMITH, \
To the M. W. Grand Lodge of A. F. and A. M. of the State of Illinois:
In accordance with the requirements of Section 2. Art. VIII, of the By-Laws,
your Committee on Finance submit the following estimates of the probable expenses
of the Grand Lodge for the ensuing year:
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Salaries of Grand Master, Grand Treasurer and Grand Secretary . . . $ 4,400 00
Expenses of offices of Grand Master, Grand Treasurer, and Grand Sec-
retary 1,500 00
Contingent expenses 5,000 00
Mileage and per diem 17,000 00
Outstanding orders 2,000 00
Total $ 29,900 00
Your committee therefore recommend that this amount be appropriated for the
purposes above indicated.
Fraternally submitted.
JOHN C. RAGBY, )
ED. S. MULLINER, I Committee.
J. C. SMITH, J
INSTALLATION.
M. W. Bro. Cregier, assisted by Bro. Harry Duvall, as
Grand Marshal, duly installed M. W, Bro. George E. Louns-
BURY, of Cairo (290), Grand Master of Masons of the State of
Illinois.
He was conducted to his station in the East, and having been
duly proclaimed, was saluted as Grand Master of Masons,
M. W. Bro. Cregier then proceeded to install the remaining
Grand Officers, as follows:
R. W. Joseph Robbins, of Quincy, (296) Deputy Grand Master.
R. W. Wm. J. A. DeLancey, of Centralia, (201) . . . Senior Grand Warden.
R. W. Henry E. Hamilton, of Chicago, (611) . . . Junior Grand Warden.
R. W. John F. Burrill, of Springfield, (t^t,-^) . . . Grand Secretary.
R. W. George W. Martin, of Streator, (607) . . . Grand Chaplain.
R. W. George M. McCoNNELL, of Jacksonville, (570). Grand Orator.
W. Frank Hudson, Jr., of Springfield, {^T)) . . Deputy Grand Secretary.
W. John A. Ladd, of Sterling, (612) Grand Pursuivant.
W. George W. Cyrus, of Camp Point, (297) . . Grand Sword Bearer.
W. John D. Hamilton, of Carthage, (20) . . . Senior Grand Deacon.
W. Richard T. Higgins, of Vandalia, (16) . . . Junior Grand Deacon.
W. George Rawson, of Troy, (588) ...... Grand Steward.
W. George Barry, of Alton, (27) Grand Steward.
W. Paul Ziemsen, of Chicago, (669) Grand Steward.
W. John P. Norvell, of Danville, (38) .... Grand Steward.
Bro. John P. Ferns, of Chicago, (308) Grand Tyler.
M. W. Bro. Harrison Dills, Grand Treasurer elect, and VV,
Bro. Alex. H. Irvin, Grand Marshal, and W. Bro. Robert
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Richards, Grand vStandard Bearer, being absent, the Grand
Master announced that he would install them in person or by
proxy, at an early day.
REPORT — Committee on Masonic Jurisprudence.
M. W. Bro. James A. Hawley, P. G. M., submitted the
report of the Committee on Masonic Jurisprudence, which was
received and adopted :
To the M. W. Grand Lodge of A. F. and A. M. of the State of Illinois :
The undersigned, Committee on Masonic Jurisprudence, to whom has been referred
the decisions submitted by the M. W. Grand Master in his annual address — and
other matters — fraternally report, that in the matter of decisions, they unanimously
concur in the first decision submitted, subject, however, to the proviso contained in
Section i. Article 13, Part 3d of the Grand Lodge By-Laws.
In relation to the second decision submitted, your committee would report that in-
asmuch as Section 5, Article 20, Part 3d of the Grand Lodge By-Laws clearly and
fully defines the manner by which an indefinitely suspended Mason may be re
instated, they are of the opinion that further legislation on this subject would be
unwise, and we do not therefore concur in this decision.
Your committee concur in the third decision submitted, so far as the same relates
to the Grand Master ; but your committee are of the opinion that the proxy of the
M. W. Grand Master must be qualified in accordance with provisions of Section 6,
Article 6th, Part 2nd, Grand Lodge By-Laws.
Your committee also concur in the fourth decision, "That the Tyler of a Lodge
has the right to vote," provided he is a member thereof, but are clearly of the opin-
ion that the exercise of that right should take place within the lodge room.
Your committee have also had under consideration the question referred to them
as to the present status of Entered Apprentices and Fellow Crafts whose petition
for advancement has been rejected by ballot, and are of the opinion that such
brethren stand rejected under the By-Law in force at the time, and this disability
can only be removed by a favorable ballot.
The resolutions offered by the Representatives of Mithra Lodge No. 410, Ger-
mania Lodge No. 182, Accordia Lodge'No. 277, Lessing Lodge No. 557, Herder
Lodge No. 669, and Waldeck Lodge No. 674, asking for the appointment of a spe-
cial District Deputy Grand Master, who should have supervision of those lodges in
this Grand Jurisdiction working in the German language, having been referred to
your Committee on Masonic Jurisprudence, they would respectfully report that they
have had same under consideration, and finding that the appointment of such Special
District Deputy Grand Master is prohibited by the second and fourteenth articles of
the Constitution of this Grand Lodge, would recommend the adoption of the follow-
ing as a substitute for said resolutions : Resolved, That we recommend to the M.W.
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Grand Master the propriety of appointing one or more competent brethren as Assist-
ant Grand Lecturers, whose duties it shall be to supervise and instruct lodges that
may be working in the German language ; such instruction and supervision to be
made under the direction of the District Deputy Grand Masters of the districts in
which such lodges may be located.
In the matter of the resolutions offered by W. Bro. Swissler, requiring " strange
visitors to come provided with certificates" from their respective lodges, your com-
mittee are of the opinion that section 2, article 19, part 2d of the Grand Lodge By-
Laws affords lodges all the protection necessary to protect them from impostors, if
strictly complied with, and therefore recommend that said resolutions be not con-
curred in.
In the matter of the memorial of Thomas Rose, an expelled Mason, praying the
Grand Lodge to re-open his case and grant him a new trial, which was referred to
this committee, we fraternally report that we are not quite clear in our own minds
what point of law we are expected to decide upon, as no question of Masonic Law in
this case has been directly presented for our consideration. But your committee are
of the opinion that there is and should be some way of reaching cases of this kind,
and further, that the Grand Lodge has the power and authority, upon a proper show-
ing that injustice has been done to an expelled brother, to reconsider the action had
in approving the report of the Committee on Appeals and Grievances.
All of which is respectfully and fraternally submitted.
TAMES A. HAWLEV, ]
"DEWITT C. CREGIER, I
WILEY M. EGAN, |- Committee.
WILLIAM LAVELY, |
JNO. M. PEARSON. J
CASE OF THOMAS ROSE vs. GILLESPIE LODGE No. 214—
Reconsidered.
Upon motion of M. W. Bro, Hawley, P. G. M., so much of
the Report of the Committee on Appeals and Grievances of last
year as relates to the case of Thomas Rose vs. Gillespie Lodge
No. 314, was reconsidered.
Bro. Hawley then moved that it be referred to the present
Committee on Appeals and Grievances, with instructions to report
at tills session of the Grand Lodge, if possible.
R. W. Bro. John M. Pearson moved — as an amendment — that
the case be referred to the Grand Master, with power to order a
new tiial if consistent with justice.
The amendment was adopted, and it was so ordered.
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AMENDMENT TO BY-LAWS— Proposed.
M. W. Bro. IIawlev offered the following amendment to the
By-Laws, which, being- seconded, lies over until the next Annual
Communication :
Resolved, That Section 4, Article VI, Part First of the By-Laws be amended by
striking out after the words "clerk hire," the words mid office- rent.
Upon motion -of M. W. Bro. Cregier, the Committee on
"Widows and Orphans' Home," was continued for another year.
Owing to the sudden and severe illness of R. W. Bro. Dills,
Grand Treasurer, he was unable to attend Grand Lodge, conse-
quently his report does not appear in the proceedings. The M.
W. Grand Master has appointed R. W. Brethren John C. Bagbv
and E. C. Selleck, and W. Bro. E. S. Mulliner, a committee
to settle with Bro. Dills, and their report, if received in season,
will appear in the Appendix.
CLOSED.
There appearing to be no further business before the Grand
Lodge, solemn prayer was offered by the R. W. and Rev. Grand
Chaplain, when the M. W. Grand Master closed the Grand Lodge
in AMPLE form. Peace and Harmony prevailing.
'C^ ^ Co ^ <^^>\&7^ty^^ -0~<y(A.,^
Giand Master .
Grand Secretary .
TO THE MEMORY
OF
M. W. WILLIAM F. WALKER,
PAST MASTER OF ORIENTAL LODGE No. 33,
PAST GRAND ORATOR
AND
PAST GRAND MASTER,
0¥ THIS GRAND LODGE,
DIF.n APRIL 3D, 1S75, AGED 65 YEARS,
This page is Ftaternally Dedicated.
TO THE MEMORY
OF
.R. W WILLIAM McMURTRY,
PAST MASTER OF HIRAM LODGE No. 26.
GRAND TREASURER OE THIS GRAND LODGE.
FOR FOURTEEN CONSECUTIVE YEARS,
LIEUT. GOVERNOR OF^ THE STATE OF ILLINOIS,
1849-1853,
DIED APRIL IITH, 1S75, AGED 74 YEARS,
This page is Fraternally Dedicated.
lUMiWIBI
TO THE MEMORY
OF
R. W. JAMES VAN ZANDT BLANEY,
PAST DEPUTY GRAND MASTER,
DIED DECEMBER IITH, 1S74, AGED 55 YEARS,
Thi& page is Fraternally Dedicated.
TO THE MEMORY
OF
LOUIS HENRY JORGENSEN,
PAST MASTER OF CAIRO LODGE NO. 237,
DIED DECEMBER 2 1 ST, 1S74, AGED 43 YEARS,
This page is Fraternally Dedicated.
TO THE MEMORY
OF
JAMES GALLAHER,
W. MASTER OF BLAIR LODGE NO. 393,
DIED JUNE 28TH, 1875,
TJiis page is Fraternally Dedicated.
REPORT
COMMITTHK ON MASONIC COKKESl'ONDENCE.
'Jn the M. W. (hand Lod-r of A. F. 6- A. M. of Ihc Slate of niinois :
As the lirst installment of (jiir report goes to press, we have at hand the proceed^
ings of thirty-three American Grand Lodges. We trust the now missing volumes
may all he received in season to lake their regular place in the alphabetical arrange-
ment which we shall preserve, as usual. Such as come too late for that, we shall
notice in an aildenda to the report.
ALABAMA.
'I'he (irand Lodge met at Montgomery, Dec. 7, 1874.
The address of Grand Master WiLSON is a strictly business paper. Peace and
harmony prevail, and while the accessions to their numbers have not been great,
he thinks the increase has perhaps been as rapid as is desirable. Six dispensations
for new lodges had lieen granted. Dispensations to confer degrees out of time
had been uniformly refused, he believing that there is scarcely a conceivable
case which is truly emergent. His main reason, however, for refusing such
applications, seems to be that the rule requiring proficiency before advancement
is a wise one, and its rigid enforcement a matter of justice to the candidate
as well as to the fraternity. lie had granted a dispensation to a lodge to spread
the ballot in a certain case the second time, although more than one black ball
was cast on the first ballot, having been assured that " the negative votes were
the result of accident or mistake, as the whole lodge endorsed the applicant as
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being 'a correct, upright, honest, religious, good man,' "■ We can see how a
whole lodge might endorse a man for all this, and yet the presumption that the
negative votes were the result of accident or mistake not be strong enough to
warrant so grave a step as the setting aside of a ballot, unless the brethren making
the mistake avowed it voluntarily and spontaneously, and not simply impliedly by
signing or voting for a petition for a new ballot.
He had refused a dispensation to a lodge to elect a Master, properly holding tha^
in the absence of the Master, whether occasioned by death or by removal from the
jurisdiction, no power can lawfully inteqjose between the Senion Warden and his
right and duty to fill the East.
We copy some of his decisions that are of general interest, and as is our habit
shall freely criticize those with which we do not agree :
"That a brother by dimitting, surrenders certain rights; among these, the privi-
lege or referring any difticulty he may have with a brother Mason to the Lodge for
adjustment. Charges must be preferred in open Lodge, at a regular Communication,
by a brother in good standing. Non-affiliated Masons are not competent to prefer
charges."
" A non-affiliated Mason is not entitled to a Masonic burial."
We presume the local regulations on this subject are the same in Alaljamn as in
Illinois, and that these decisions are based on them, for they certainly are not war-
ranted by the common law of Masonry. The right of a brother to submit his griev-
ances to the judgment of the fraternity, and his duty to protect the good name of
Masonry by bringing offenders to justice, are older than permanent lodges, and
existed at a time when the whole Craft was unaffiliated. Both being i^ecognized by
the immemorial law of Masonry, no body of Masons ever has acquired, or ever
could acquire, the right to deny them. They are not of those things which depend
upon lodge membership, but are general in their nature and application. Dimis-
sion cannot deprive of the one nor relieve from the other.
If Masonic burial is the right of any Mason, it is the right of every Mason in
good standing. W^e know it is sometimes claimed that no one is of right entitled to
it, which leads us to observe that the surprising unanimity with which those who
shape the legislation of Grand Lodges, in seeking to punish the non-affiliate, include
Masonic burial among the deprivations which he is to suffer, lets in a flood of light
upon their mental conditions, and shows how universally it is regarded as a right.
If it is a right at all, it either accrues to a brother because he is a Mason, or because
the particular lodge of which he is a member owes it to him on the score of his
having contributed to its funds.
That this mercenary view of the subject does not yet obtain among those Grand
lodges who deny the right to a non-affiliate, is shown by the fact that none of them
have assumed to absolve their constituent lodges from the dut}' of giving the affili ■
ated stranger who dies within their gates Masonic burial, though he has not only
not contributed to their funds, but through previous illness has perhaps seriously im-
paired them.
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Belonging to him, then, by virtue of his being a Mason, and not as being a policy-
holder in a mutual benefit society, it enters at once into the category of general
Masonic rights which cannot be swept away by legislation, but of which the brother
who has once acquired them, can only be deprived by a judgment of his peers sit-
ting as a judicial body.
We quote further from the decisions of the Grand Master :
1. "A Lodge cannot entertain a petition for membership until it is satisfied the
petititionei is a Master Mason. This fact must be fully established before any
committee can be appointed to imjuire into the character and standing of the
petitioner.'"
2. " That a brother belonging to a Lodge when it became dormant, does not, as
a matter of course, regain his membership when the Lodge is revived, and if he
wishes to join another Lodge, he must obtain from the Grand Secretary a certificate
of his Masonic standing."
3. "A conviction of a Mason by a court of the country does not authorize his
expulsion by the Lodge, without a trial and judgment in the Lodge."
4. "A Lodge may be .opened in the Master's degree with seven members, includ-
ing the Tyler, provided he is a member of the Lodge, for the transaction of such
business as appertains to a M. M. Lodge."
5. " That an election for officers at which there are present less than seven
M. M's. is a nullity. Not less than seven can hold a M. M. Lodge."
With reference to the question involved in No. I, we have always held that the
Lodge need not know the petitioner for affiliation to be a Master Mason before
receiving his petition, but that it was a part of the committee's duty to determine the
fact before making their report.
With reference to No. 2, it seems to us that unlc.s the membership of a Lodge
remains the same upon its resuscitation as when it became dormant, it is not a revival,
but the creation of a new body.
No. 3 is good law anywhere, and No. 4 and 5 accord with our own regulations.
In answer to the appeal from the suffering in the overflowed districts of Louisiana,
the Grand Master had asked the constituent lodges for aid, feeling assured that
although their own jurisdiction was not in a prosperous condition ; the craftsmen
would not suffer an apjieal for assistance to be made in vain, so long as they had
anything to divide with their suftering brethren. The result justified his confidence ;
many of the lodges responding liberally.
In submitting a proposition from the directors of the Masonic Temple Association, of
Montgomery, to sell to the Grand Lodge the property of the Association for seventy-
five thousand dollars ; the Grand Master says :
" I am persuaded that steps should be taken to secure a permanent home for the
Grand Lodge. We occupy this building as tenants, and it would l.^e a great reproach
upon the Fraternity of Alabama, that while other jurisdictions boast of their
magnificent Masonic Temples, the Masons of Alabama have no home of their own."
This is a view of the subject that troubles the dreams of other jurisdictions, which,
like Alabama, do not possess a " Temple." Another view is suggested by the reply
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of the boy to the boast of his playmate that his father had a new cupola on his
house. " Humph, my father has got a mortgage on JiisP'
The question of buying the Temple went over for a year, that the feeling of the
Craft might be ascertained.
The following advice from the closing words of Grand Master Wilson's address,
is timely, and may be heeded with profit by all Masonic legislative bodies :
"You will pardon me for urging upon you the importance of "making haste
slowly," in all your deliberations. Legislation too hastily done, is infinitely worse
than none at all, for it not only confuses and encumbers our proceedings, Init must,
sooner or later, be undone."
The Grand Lodge refused one charier, granted five, and restored seven to lodges
that had forfeited them by non-representation and non-payment of dues; continued
one dispensation and granted one ; ordered that the petition of a profane should not
be received by a lodge until he had resided within its jurisdiction for twelve
months ; refused to destroy its Committee on Work, and substitute therefor a salaried
Grand Lecturer ; and in answer to an appeal for aid to rebuild the Deshler Female
Institute, at Tuscumbia, an institution having some sort of provision for educating
the daughters of indigent Masons, invoked the assistance «( the constituent lodges,
and of the members of the Grand Lodge, as individuals.
As usual, the work of the Committee on Appeals is well done. Their report
embraces but twelve cases, only seven of which were appeals from disciplinary
action. By a comparative statement of the committee it is shown that although in
the last eight years there has been an aggregate of ninety-eight cases of appeals,
during the last three years the average has been only eight. We agree with the
committee that this exhibit warrants its congratulations to the Grand Lodge, that
disturbances of Masonic harmony are becoming less frequent. The usual display of
rhetorical pyrotechnics with which this committee is wont to close its report, is not
wanting. Last year we feared that the climax had been reached, and that thereafter
we should have to note a letting down in style, but our fears were vain, the chair-
man again rises with the occasion :
" Happy the hope, and happier the results fondly looked for; because, when
union of hearts, entire and complete, shall spread, like a sea of holy .oil, from the
center to the circumference of our much loved Order, its permanence is doubly and
trebly assured. External foes may rend the air with their most dismal howls, and
open on us their heaviest artillery; our battlements ever remain proof against their
fiercest assaults, while they themselves, maddened by the thought that they can make
no impression, miserably perish, self-consumed, before those walls which they can-
not scale."
The Grand Lodge, concurring with the Committee on Jurisjirudence, decided
that a brother on trial for unmasonic conduct, has the right to testify in his own
iiehalf; and on the recommendation of a special Committee, of which Past Grand
Master Williams was Chairman, overruled the following decision on which we
commented adversely in 1873 :
"A Mason having joined a church, the laws of which require a renunciation of
Masonry, notwithstanding he holds a dimit, is not entitled to lis lienefits; neither is
the widow of such an one so entitled after his death."
GRAND IX)1)GF. OF ILLINOIS.
Tlie committee say :
" Should a member of the Masonic fraternity attach himself to any religious
denomination the rules of which re<|uire him to renounce Masonry, this act of so
attaching himself, of itself, does not deprive him of the benellts of Masonry ; with
these rules Masonry has nothing to do."
" The Masonic Order does not re([uire or demand of its votaries any other
religious test than that of a Ijelief in Deity; hence, the simple act of uniting or
joining such religious denomination is, of and within itself, no violation of any
Masonic Law. But should the member, or Mason, thus joining, actually renounce
Masonry, by thus renouncing Masonry, he commits an offense against Masonry, and
for which he should be dealt with by the Lodge having jurisdiction of the member,
or Mason, thus offending."
Isaiah A. Wilson, of LTnion Springs, Grand Master ; Daniel Sayre, Mont-
gomery, Grand Secretary, were re-elected.
M. W. Jossi'H H. Johnson was presented with a Past Grand Master's Jewel.
The Finance Committee have some remarks which evince great good sense, sug-
gested by the fact that the revenues of the Grand Lodge considerably exceed the
expenses ; they say :
"This surplus, under existing circumstances, will probably increase from year to
year until, in a short period, another fund will have accumulated to vex this Grand
Lodge, as heretofore, with appeals for distribution, or incentives to irregular appro-
priations. The experience of this Grand Lodge, in years past, warn us to shun the
evils incident to an accumulating surplus fund, as injurious to the recipient Grand
Lodge, as well as unjust to the contrilniting subordinate Lodges."
On the Committee on Correspondence, Bro. William T. Walthall has fallen
heir to the mantle of its late lamented chairman. Bro. Knott, and presents a report
(p. (j6) reviewing the proceedings of forty-live American Grand Lodges, including
Illinois, and giving also some notes from the protocols of one German Grand Body.
Bro. Walthall is fresh in the held as a Masonic reviewer, but his composition,
which is unsurpassed in elegance by that of any of our confreres, betrays a practiced
pen, while his opinions are marked by good sense and clearness of statement.
The plan of Bro. Walthall's report is new, and in some respects jinissesses ad-
vantages over anywe have yet seen. He preserves in the first part, the alphabet-
ical arrangement fif jurisdictions, reviewing the business of each Grand Lodge, and
touching upon local and miscellaneous matters of general interest, reserving certain
general subjects which for the time being occupy the attention of several Grand
Lodges, and grouping under these general heads in the second part, the action of
Grand Lodges and the comments of reviewers thereon, followed by his own
opinions.
Bro. Drummoni) having said of the last preceding Alabama Report, that it was
"partially prepared by Bro. Knott before his death, and was completed by Bro.
IIenrv C. Tomi'Kins." Bro. Walthall says :
" Bro. Tompkins would be the last man to desire credit for another's work, and
it may not be imprf)per to state, as we hap]ien to know, that nearly the whole of the
Report for 1873, was jirepared liy I'.Kd. ]. |. Dklcitamin, P. M. of Magnolia Lodge,
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No. 259, who, although not a member of the Committee, had (as we are informed)
contributed no small share of its labor during the chairmanship of our late distin-
guished brother."
Noticing the announcement by Grand Master Wilson, of Canada, of the death of
Earl Dalhoi'SIE, P. G. M. of the Grand Lodge of Scotland, he says :
" Thereby hangs a question : Why " Grand Master of the Grand Lodi^e? " We
observe this form of expression employed by our brethren of other British Provinces,
as well as of several of the United States; yet the office is that of "Grand Master
of Masons," for Scotland, or Canada, or Alabama, as the case may be. His
functions are certainly not confined to the presidency of the Grand Lodge. T/iaf,
indeed, belongs to him e.x-officio, but it constitutes only a part— perhaps not the most
important part — of his duties, powers, and prerogatives."
Past Grand Master Parvin, in speaking of the service which the works of
HuGHAN, Lyon and others, had performed, in lemoving the dust which Oliver et id
i^enus omne had cast about our eyes, respecting the antiquity and origin of Free-
masonry, said : " And while it is true that the fools are not all dead, it may now be
safely said that he who teaches that Adam, Seth or Solomon were Freemasons, sins
against light and knowledge, and ought to be excluded from the platform of instruc-
tion." Bro. Walthall says :
" This is a rather severe sentence to be pronounced against those of us who fondly
cling to the faith that there is more truth in tradition than is dreamed of in your
modern philosophy. For our own part, we have not a word to say about Adam and
Seth, but we cannot give up Solomon."
Independently of the historians, Solomon will have to lie given up. A man who
had been Grand Master, and had been subjected to the inevitable cross-fire of con-
undrums in masonic jurisprudence with which that position is assailed, would
never have said, "there is nothing new under the Sun."
The following, from the revised Constitution of the Grand Lodge of Nova Scotia,
strikes our Alabama brother as very remarkable, and he says it is the first instance
he remembers to have seen of a formal adoption of the ex-post facto principle in
penal legislation :
" If the Grand Master should abuse his power, and render himself unworthy of
the obedience of the Lodges, he shall be subject to some neio recantation to tie dictated
by the occasion.'" (The italics are ours.)
The reason given for allowing a possible exigency to suggest its remedy, is thus
given in the XlXth of the Old Regulations (i 721), of which the above quoted provis-
ion is a part, is, " because hitherto the ancient fraternity has had no occasion for it,
their foimer Grand Masters having behaved themselves worthy of that honorable
office."
Bro. Walthall presumes that it would scarcely be considered an irregularity in
Alabama, for a lodge to call to refreshment for the purpose of electing and install-
ing officers, of which we may say, that while lodges everywhere are permitted to
install at refreshment, we had before heard of no jurisdiction where elections were
permitted when the K)dge was not at labor ; is not prepared to express an opinion on
the mooted right of a Clrand Master to make Masons at sighl ; doulits the correctness
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of the Idaho decision, Ihal a Master of a lodge is not a Fast Master within the
meaning of their constitution, which reijuires a brother to be a Past Master before he
can be eligible to certain ottices in the Grand Lodge, and we share his scepticism ;
thinks it rather hard on the candidate who had been elected to receive the degrees,
paid the pro])er fee, failed for more than twelve months to appear and take them,
and on petitioning again, was required, under a Maine decision, to pay a second
time before his petition could be considered, and fails to " see the propriety of
making him pay again for a Ijenefit that he has already paid for twelve months in
advance ; " says that as far as Masonry is concerned with the questions arising from
the sale and use of intoxicating drinks, that " a discreet silence in legislation, a
judicious use of the black ball, and a prompt and vigorous enforcement of discipline
for intemperance, are the only valid and legitimate safe-guards ; " and after examin-
ing the subject of " Colored Masonry," finds the following conclusions warranted :
1. "It is not to be expected — even if it were desirable — that any discrimination
as to race or color will be made the subject of Masonic Legislation, or recognized in
Masonic Jurisprudence."
2. "At the same time, the question is not likely to occasion any trouble in Ala-
bama. The exclusive and unquestioned supremacy of this Grand Lodge, the
unanimity required in the ballot, the " right of objection," and the maintenance of
the ancient Masonic principles with regard \.o clandestine Masonrv and freedom of
birth, are ample safeguards, even if there were any ground for apprehension of
unpleasant complications."
ARKANSAS.
The Grand Lodge met at Little Rock* Oct. 12, 1874, with the representatives of
three lodges present, and a District Deputy Grand Master in the chair, was opened,
and then closed for one week in accordance with a general understanding based on
a proclamation to that effect from the Grand Master. On the 19th, the Grand Lodge
was again opened with the representatives of ninety-five lodges present :
Of the past year, Grand Master Dannelly says :
" In consequence of political troubles and a fearful drouth that has spread over our
land, there has not been that rapid increase in Lodges and members, that has been
in other years. Truly, the drouth has been fearful; and I fear that many of our
brothers and their families will suffer for the necessaries of life before another crop
can be made. But, surely, the more fortunate will fly to their relief, and relieve
their necessities, so far as opportunity may offer, and their ability will allow. The
seen and unseen hand of charity should ever be extended to the destitute, but more
especially to those bound together in those fraternal bands that unite us as Masons,
and which should be severed only by the ruthless hand of the king of terrors."
"On the 15th of May last, the Grand Secretary of this Grand Lodge,
forwarded to me from the M. W. Grand Master of Masons in Louisiana, an earnest
appeal for assistance from this Grand jurisdiction, to relieve the pressing wants of
suffering brethren and their families, in the overflowed regions of his jurisdiction.
Oh, how it saddened my heart 1 believing as I did, and so notified by the Grand
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Secretary, that our treasury was exhausted. I was unable to respond to the call of
the Grand Master of Louisiana; and once thought of making an appeal to our
Subordinate Lodges ; but knowing, as I did, that a portion of our State was
also suffering from the overflow, and that our whole State was oppressed by taxation,
I despaired of accomplishing anything in their behalf. But thanks to Him who rules
above, there were some jurisdictions that were able to relieve them by giving bread
to the hungry, and clothing to the naked, and who came to their relief. May they
be abundantly rewarded by that God who always lends a listening ear to the
orphan's cry, and extends a helping hand to the widow's distress."
He reports the issue of nineteen dispensations for new lodges, one of which was
to authorize the surviving brethren of a lodge in the Indian Territory, whose char-
ter was ^yithdrawn ih 1867 for failure to make returns and pay dues, to work under
their old charter. He hopes the Grand Lodge will approve his action, in this case,
but naively adds, " though it may not be of much moment, as I learn that the
Lodges in the Indian Territoiy have established a Grand Lodge." (Sul)sequenlly
a motion was made by the Grand Secretary to recognize the new Gi^and Lodge, but
action was postponed for one year. The authority to the al)ove mentioned Lodge
was continued.)
The Grand Master submits twenty-five decisions. Such as we copy we shall take
in connection with the report thereon of the Committee on Masonic Law and I'sage,
which was agreed to by the Grand Lodge :
" The Grand Master, Deputy Grand Master, nor r)istrict Grand Master, should
accept the othce of Worshipful Master or Warden, as there might be a conflict in
offices."
Whereon the Committee comment as follows :
" The Committee think that the Grand Master should decline to accept any office
in the Subordinate Lodge during his official term. But wfe see no necessity of
extending the rule to his Deputy, or the District Deputies. Acting Masters are
frequently, for good reasons, appointed to those offices; and if a brother, after his
appointment as Deputy, cannot accept the ofSce of Master or Warden of a Lodge,
the holding of such oflice might be regarded as a distpialification for appointment as
Deputy, and we know of no law recognizing such disqualification. If a Lodge
thinks proper to elect a Deputy its Warden or Master, and he finds that it will not
interfere with his duties as Deputy, wc see no very good reason wliy he might not
accept the office. In the absence of absolute rules of law, it is safer not to extend
rules of disqualification Isy mere decisions."
The Grand Master decides :
"A brother rejected for the second or third degree of Masonry, may renew his
application at every sul)sequent stated meeting of the Lodge, and whenever any
moral olijection exists to his taking a higher degree, the objections shoukl be
presented to the form of charges, and their truth tested by an impartial trial ; more
particularly if the candidate is elected to take the degree, it is due the Lodge as
well as the candidate, that the nature of the objections be made known, and be
investigated by the Lodge. To this the Lodge, as well as the candidate, is undoubt-
edly entitled on all the principles of equity. Unless the objections are made known
there can be no investigation, and the degree should be conferred."
The Committee agree that the rejected applicant for advancement may renew his
application at any regular meeting, but say :
GRAND LODGK OF ILLINOIS.
" The brother who gives a negative vote is not bound to make known to the
Lodge that he cast the vote, or to disclose his reasons for it. The secrecy of the
ballot is sacred, and no violation of it can be expected in any mode. There is a
general obligation on a brother who casts a black ball against a candidate for
advancement, on account of unmasonic conduct, to prefer charges against him, and
give him an opportunity of answering them on a trial before the Lodge. But this is
an obligation resting merely in his own conscience, and which the Lodge can never
enforce, as he is under no obligation to disclose to the Lodge the fact that he cast
the black ball."
" If, after the candidate is elected, a brother objects to his receiving the degree,
it is but fair and just to the candidate, as well as to the Lodge, that he should make
known the grounds of objection, unless he has some good reason for withholding
them. But he has the right, from such prudential motives as he may deem sufficient,
to decline to disclose the grounds of his objection, and the Lodge cannot confer the
degree until his objection is withdrawn. No man can be made a Mason, or
advanced, against the objection of a member of the Lodge. The harmony and
good fellowship of the Masonic family must be preserved."
The remarks of the committee sufficiently indicate that they feel the injustice of
summarily depriving a brother of his rights without a hearing, by the objection of a
single member. The fact is, the right of objection, which is of recent origin,
deduced from the necessity of preserving the harmony of the lodge, has been
stretched over more ground than it can cover. As against a profane who has been
elected to receive the degrees, it is wholly justifiable ; but as against a brother Mason ,
its summary force should be utterly repudiated. There is no more justice in permit-
ting the objection of a single member to debar an Entered Apprentice or Fellow
Craft from that advancement on which the value of his already attained rights wholly
depends, than there would be in jjermitting a single voice to deprive a brother mem-
ber, a Master Mason, of the rights of which he is in the full enjoyment.
The Grand Lodge of Illinois has already partially recognized this fact, in denying
the right of summary verbal objection against a candidate for advancement, although
it still permits the same injustice to be wrought in an equally summary manner, by
retaining a ballot for each degree, an anomaly that we trust will soon disappear,
the principle being the same in both cases — the application, only, different.
Of the effect of suspension for non-payment of dues, in Arkansas, the committee
say :
"A Mason suspended for non-payment of dues merely, is placed in the attitude of
a wilfully non-affiliated Mason. He has no claims upon any Lodge, nor has he any
Lodge privileges. He cannot sit in the Lodge that suspends him, or any other
Lodge, without permission of the Lodge, until he is restored to membership. He is
merely an individual Mason at large, and other Masons are not debarred from
holding Masonic intercourse with him."
On the question, " Is it competent for a Subordinate Lodge to try one of the Grand
Officers of the Grand Lodge ?" the Grand Master decided :
" Not as a Grand Officer; but every Mason residing within the jurisdiction of a
Subordinate Lodge is subject to discipline as the law directs."
The Committee say :
" This decision is too broad. A Lodge cannot try its Master, the Grand Master,
his Deputy, a District Deputy, a Grand Warden, and perhaps other elected Grand
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Officers, during their official terms. Whether a Lodge can try any Grand Officer we
need not decide, as the question is not before us. The Grand Lodge can try its own
officers, as well as the Masters of Lodges."
We suppose the position here assumed by the committee is based on previous local
legislation, for we know of no principle of Masonic law that would exempt any,
save its Master and the Grand Master, from the penal power of a lodge.
The committee consider the following as substantially correct, but very properly
add, that when a time has been fixed for trial, and the members of the lodge gen-
erally expect the case to be disposed of at that time, the Worshipful Master should
not permit the case to be dismissed at an intervening meeting of the Lodge, when
many members are absent, and not expecting the case to be disposed of at such
meeting :
"A trial can be stopped at any time, by consent of the contending parties. After
charges are preferred and placed in the hands of a committee for investigation, the
Lodge then becomes one party and the accused the other."
In Illinois, the charges may be withdrawn for cause shown, if two thirds of the
members present consent.
For the rest, among other things, the Grand Master decided that a slight defect in
the hip does not disqualify for initiation ; that a lodge has no right to levy a direct
tax, nor to suspend a brother for not paying a direct tax beyond what the by-laws
. require ; that brethren consenting to an arbitration, pledging themselves to abide the
same, forfeit their Masonic honor by refusing to abide the decision, and are subject
to discipline ; and that a brother on trial has a right to testify in his own behalf.
Three decisions made by a District Deputy Grand Master, were submitted, one of
which is as follows :
" Three Masters, when regularly convened and opened in the Master's degree,
can confer the Master's degree, and do any other business to be done in that degree."
Of this, with the concurrence of the Grand Lodge, the committee say :
" It is certainly true that a Master's Lodge is composed of three or more Master
Masons; and three can open the Lodge, and work. But where the Lodge is
composed of more Masters than three, as our Lodges all are, it would be prudent to
lay over all important matters, when there are but three Masters present, until there
is a fuller attendance."
We do not think that the numbers ascribed to the traditional or ritualistic lodges
have, or were ever designed to have, any application to the regulations governing the
number requisite to constitute a Lodge for business or work.
M. L. Bell, of Pine Bluff, was elected Grand Master ; Luke E. Barber, Little
Rock, re-elected Grand Secretary.
The officers were installed at St. John's College, where the Grand Orator delivered
his annual address, and the members inspected the arrangements for instruction,
partook of the hospitality of the professors and cadets, and in the italics of the
Grand Secretary, " had a good time generally, (on lemonade.)'''
The Committee on Education find the financial condition of the College still un-
flattering. A reduction of the number of professors, and of the salaries of those
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remaining, had been found necessary. The debt created for repairs and improve-
ments two years before, is still unpaid, and no money on hand to pay the professors.
Still, with the economical measures inaugurated, they feel hopeful of the future.
The endowment fund, amounting to $43,000, is still intact, and is not likely to be
disturbed. As usual, the surplus funds of the Grand Lodge was turned over to the
institution.
Sixteen charters were granted, four dispensations continued, and four granted, by
the Grand Lodge. Among the newly chartered lodges, one bears the name of
Illinois.
The question of the joint occupancy of halls by Masons and other societies, was
settled adversely to such occupancy, by a vote of concurrence in a report to that
effect from the Committee on Masonic Law and Usage, but was immediately re-
opened by a resolution, which, however, went over until next year. We find no
reference to the " Roll of Honor," a subject which was referred to this Grand Lod^e
by the preceding, but the Grand Lodge has what Bro. Bell, of New Hampshire,
would perhaps call a " new maggot," having adopted the following :
" In view of the losses sustained by Lodges of Masonry by fire, and the burden of
assisting the unfortunate falling unequally upon the Craft; therefore.
Resolved, That a committee be appointed, to report at the next communication of
the Grand Lodge, a plan of insurance against loss by fire — the ofiicers of the Grand
Lodge to be the officers of the company."
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We suggest, as coming as legitimately within the province of the Grand Lodge, a
marine department, insuring flat-boats and other Masonic water-craft against snags
and sawyers.
The following excellent statement of law, laid down by the Grand Lodge in 1854,
and now quoted by the Committee on Masonic Law and Usage, we commend to
Mississippi :
" If, on appeal, the Grand Lodge reverses to decision of the Subordinate (in
suspension or expulsion) on the ground of error in the proceedings, or innocence,
that reversal annuls the judgment, and it is as if never pronounced ; and, in
Masonic Law, the matter stands as if no such judgment had been' pronounced.
The effect of reversal is, that he never was suspended or expelled at all."
We must dissent, however, from the following, from the same conmiittee :
"A Lodge may grant permission to an Apprentice or Fellow Craft to apply to some
other Lodge to be finisheil. But if he applies to another Lodge, to be advanced,
and finished, and it rejects him, he falls back, as an unfinished stone, to the
Lodge that first took him out of the quarries. It can finish him, if worthy, or let
him remain unfinished as an Apprentice or Fellow Craft; or, if he is guilty of some
unmasonic conduct, it can expel him, and cast him out among the rubbish."
We understand the law to be that when a lodge relinquishes the personal
jurisdiction which it has acquired by receiving the petition of a candidate, the
alienation is absolute ; and that it cannot again entertain his petition without the
consent of the other lodge which has acquired it in like manner.
The report of the Committee on Appeals and Grievances, presents a concise
review of eleven cases. Its chief pt)int of interest is that it recognizes as fully the
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right of the Grand Lodge to settle appeal cases on their merits, and to modify at its
will and pleasure the judgment of the constituent Lodge, as do our own statutes.
Again we miss the Report on Correspondence.
We beg the Grand Secretary to indulge us in a good natured growl at his habit
of giving initials only, instead of first names in full.
CALIFORNIA.
The Grand Lodge met at San Francisco, Oct. 13, 1874, and was in session five
days.
The address of Grand Master Titus demonstrates afresh that California calls no
second-rate men to the Grand East. It is long, and portions of it more resemble a
State paper than a Masonic one ; but the excellence of its style and the interest of
its subject matter, both forbid the wish that it had been either changed or abridged.
It is largely a retrospective view from the stand-point of the twenty-fifth anniver-
sary of the Grand Lodge, " The Silver Wedding of the Craftsmen of the Occident,"
and passes in review — with abundant statistics concisely given, and whose prepara-
tion must have cost much labor — the history, not only of the Grand Lodge, but of
the State. The following shows that the Grand Masttr fully appreciates what only
the most thoughtful among Masons realize — and of which the outside world can
have no adequate conception — the fact that Masonry is the great balance-wheel of
society in all newly-settled countries :
" Who can trace the effect had on the cosmopolitan multitude that filled this seaport,
the larger towns, and more especially the mines, by the interchange of thought, the
impression of regularity and order, made on the incongruous mass by the pioneer
membersof our Fraternity throughout the State? So calm, so modest of her powers,
and so pacifying has been the influence of Masonry, that scarcely any recognition
has been awarded her as one of the eminent levers in regulating the tone of society
in this State. The more observant portion of our citizens readily accord such an
influence to her unobtrusive lessons — not l>y attempting to sway the passions or pre-
judices of the day, by participating in political or local excitements, from which the
landmarks and our rules and regulations debar us — but by gently imparting, through
her many children, the broad principles of our Fraternity, — Justice and Charity ; a
rigorous attention to the rights of all, the continued devotion and application of time,
labor, -and private interests to the common good ; she regulated — educated in part —
the present equilibrium of society ; imbuing the cultivation of humanities in the dis-
cordant ideas of the individual masses, making them more amenable by the soften-
ing influences of courtesy, kindness, and forbearance. No other country in our
knowledge has ever existed where the same latitude of action, the same temptations
to indulge in all the freedom of habits, the same exuberant enjoyments, the full
assertion by all of their supposed manifold rights, have so completely prevailed as
in this jurisdiction. How essential, then, that some humanizing restraint should be
exerted through the lessons of our Order, inculcating obedience to established
authority, respect for the laws', and the readiness in obeying, and assistance— ren-
dered at an early period by our brethren — in maintaining the forms and usages
common to the older States."
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS.
Formed by three lodges, in April, 1850, at its semi-annual communication in the
following November, the Grand Lodge had on its roster eleven lodges, with a roll
of two hundred and fifty-eight members. Now there were one hundred and ninety-
eight lodges, with a membership of about eleven thousand. A wide expanse of
country had been the recipient of Masonic advantages from California, the Grand
Lodge having established lodges in Arizona, Chili, the Sandwich Islands, Oregon
and Nevada. The financial resume shows an average annual expense to the
brethren of the jurisdiction, of $11,747 35. This must have made taxation heavy
during the early years of the existence of the Grand Lodge, a necessity attributable
to its anomalous and isolated position, and the state of society around it. There were,
also, as the Grand Master says, a large number of experienced, far-seeing brothers,
who, from the first, determined that the Grand Lodge, formed from a more cosmopol-
itan and more incongruous assemblage of members than ever resided in any other
State, and reflecting the views of every Grand Lodge in the Union, should compare
favorably with those older parent jurisdictions in all the minutia; which pertains to
complete excellence. The result fully warrants the Grand Master in saying :
" It is with no egotism, but a pardonable pride, that I say to you that the most emi-
nent Freemasons of the day, all the Masonic journals. Grand Masters, Committees
of Foreign Correspondence, Masonic critics and reviewers, in passing opinion upon
our proceedings, have almost universally loaded us down with the most favorable
comments ; thus proving that, in one particular, those directing spirits, with the
always liberal coadjutors, the members of this Grand Lodge, have enacted a most
judicious and wise part, in securing and properly expending the revenues since our
Grand Lodge was organized."
He refers to the pioneer charitable enterprise of the Pacific slope, the establishment
in the midst of unusual ravages of pestilence, fire and flood, of the Masonic Hospital
at Sacramento, one of whose physicians related to him in after years, that to his
personal knowledge, over one hundred thousand dollars was contributed by the Fra-
ternity of the State, and expended in less than one year, in affording relief to all
applicants !
The Work of the Masonic Board of Relief of San Francisco is also reviewed. In ,
nineteen years it has disbursed $110,531 09, of which $31,494 14 has been for Masons
their widows and orphans, of California, outside of San Francisco, and $75,239 64,
for the distressed brethren, their widows and orphans of other jurisdiction. This
fund has been disbursed at an average expense of less than $200 per year.
Passing to the growth of the State and the amount of her products, her institutions
of learning, and great pul)lic enterprises, the Grand Master says :
"A person may well hesitate in attempting to paint the picture of California as
she will be twenty-five years hence. With near the area of France, she is capable
of producing everything that has built up and sustained that once magnificent
empire. With three times the surface of Illinois, with her population of over
2,000,000, with her 677 Lodges and 36,775 members, rapidly advancing to greatness
and power in a half century of existence, what cannot be done here, with our
capacity to sustain a tenfold larger population than our sister State? 1 will only
indulge in the pleasant hojie that many of our members present will lie alive, and
refer to these statistics, when another (|uarter of a century has elapsed, to comjiare
the mighty growth, at the golden wedding of this Oueen of the Pacific States.''
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The Grand Master reports that with the exception of two cases coming over to
him from his predecessor for adjustment, no discord or confusion had been brought
to his attention, necessitating any reference or interference; recommends that the
system of annual inspection be retained, but that the Inspectors be called District
Deputy Grand Masters, their duties corresponding with those of the deputies in
other jurisdictions ; offers his congratulations on the recognition of Quebec by
Canada ; thanks the brethren for their generous response to the appeal of the
Louisiana sufferers, for aid ; and reports six dispensations granted for new lodges^
He is impressed with the view that the standard of fees is too high with many of
the country lodges. Something over half the Lodges exact the minimum fee
under the law, fifty dollars, while with the remainder it ranges from sixty to
one hundred dollars. He says that he has been connected with Masonry long
enough to know that the amount of fees never deters bad men from petitioning for
admission, whilst often, within his knowledge, it has kept good men from applying
for initiation, which remark being paraphrased by the Committee on Finance, was
concurred in by the Grand Lodge. But few of the many decisions made by him,
are reported. One of these, in accord with a former utterance of the Grand Lodge,
is that acquittal on one trial is no bar to a second trial for the same offense. Another
is embraced in the following :
"I was asked by the Secretary of Lafayette Lodge, No. 126, also by the
Inspector of the loth District, the following question : ' Would our former Master,
Bro. James Gannon, be disqualified by reason of having lost his right arm, of being
elected and serving in the East?' 1 replied, viz. : ' I can find no law pertaining
to Masonic Jurisprudence that would prevent or interfere with his being elected to
preside over a Lodge. A brother maimed after his receiving the third degree, and
officiating as Master, does not militate against his being again honored by the
Fraternity, but resolves into a mere (juestion of proprietry among the brethren
interested.' "'
We cannot find that the Committee on Jurisprudence disputed this, though with
the Grand Lodge at their back, they again let fly at the man with only one good eye
who seeks to be made a Mason, informing him that it was decided in 1872 that he
could not come in. Having said that the horse was sixteen feet high, we suppose
they felt bound to stick to it. If all eyes in California are as keen as those that can
see a reason based either in Masonic law or common justice for considering such a
misfortune a disqualification for the degrees, we think one such ought to let a man
through.
The Grand Master announced the death of Bro. John Bai'TISTE Bope, Past Jun-
ior Grand Warden, and Bro. James Hervey Hardy, Past Grand Orator.
As usual, the report of the Grand Secretary is a complete epitome of the business
of his office. The report of the Masonic Board of Relief, for two years, was also
presented by the Grand Secretary, and shows that in 1873 two cases from Illinois
were aided to the amount of $103 50, and in -1874, six cases to the amount of
$211; 715- Two bequests were received in 1873, one from a deceased brother in
Australia.
The Report on Correspondence, (p. 70), by Bro. WiLi.iAM A. January, is not a
frifid paper. It is a concise review of the proceedings of forly-five American Grand
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS.
Lodges, written in excellent style and with marked ability. The author has opinions
and expresses them freely, and because vve have a warm side for such, we prefer
rather to think that his readiness to speak out has led him to jump to a conclusion
and thus overlook the facts, than that he has intentionally disregarded them in his in-
verted view of Grand Master Havvley's proclamation of non-intercourse withCanadai
upon which he thus delivers himself:
" The Most Worshipful Brother and his Grand Lodge, it strikes us, have a pretty
large job on hand in governing the six hundred and ninety-eight Lodges of their
own jurisdiction, and we can but admire their extraordinary zeal in extending a
supervisory care over the affairs of other Grand Lodges. We do not believe in
forming entangling alliances, and therefore, while we should like to see the Grand
Lodges of Canada and Quebec in amity, each respecting the rights of the other, yet
we cannot recognize the justice of other Grand Lodges attempting to coerce the
Grand Lodge of Canada in the premises. While we would fraternally advise, we
would not threaten enmity, but leave it to time and reflection to compose the
difficulty and bring about a just settlement of the ([uarrel."
If, before letting fly his boomerang, our brother had familiarized himself with the
proceedings of his own Grand Lodge, he would have had no admiration to waste
on her neighbors for any imaginary exhibition of superserviceable zeal. The ground
and lofty tumbling of that body on this question may well have produced a sort of
intellectual vertigo which prevents him from seeing that of all American Grand
Lodges, California alone is entitled to the place to which he so complacently assigns
Illinois.
Bro. January dissents from the Alabama decision, that a petition for aftiliation
can be received liefore the applicant is examined; thinks it uncharitable and unjust
to publish the suspension of a brother for non-payment of dues, because though he
may re-instate himself by paying arrearages, the smirch on his Masonic character
still clings to him; seems not to be aware that the practice obtains quite widely, as
it does, which is indicated by the Arkansas decision, that an entry should never be
made either on the petition or lodge books, of how a committee reported ; agrees
with us, that the loss of an eye does not disqualify for the degrees ; thinks dues are
absolutely necessary to the support of the lodge - of which we may remark, that
dues or taxes were formerly supposed to be absolutely necessary to the support of the
church, but that the more equitable voluntary system is fast superseding the old plan —
and that without some means of enforcing their payment, many of the brethren would
be " drones in the hive," which indicates how wide-spread has become the error that
readiness to pay cash is the measure of Masonic usefulness and activity; suggests to
our hirsute Iowa's confrere — Ercankrack — who had the temerity to criticize the
style of Grand Master Pra it's composition, that he tarry at Jericho until his beard
shall grow ; notes the danger to Masonry from the great number of ephemeral
societies which are now being organized for a mushroom existence, a danger which
it behooves us all to heed ; thinks affiliation fees should be abolished ; says, while
arguing for enforcing affiliation by penal enactments, that experience has demon-
strated the fact that many men will perform their duty only through dread of the
law, whence we conclude that he has overlooked the experience of Indiana on this
question, where, according to Grand Master Fetta, non-affiliation has steadily
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increased /(T ;-//(?«« with the stringency of the legislation against it ; objects to, as un-
reasonable, the Rhode Island decision, that a lodge contributing to the relief of a
distressed sojourner, has no right to demand reimbursement from the lodge of
which he is a member, (in which we heartily disagree with him,) and that other
decision from the same source — a most perfect illustration of jurisdictional jurispru-
dence run mad — that no lodge has a right to contribute to the relief of any of its
distressed members while they are sojourning within the jurisdiction of another
lodge, without the consent of such lodge first obtained ; regards as remarkable and
original the Utah decision, that a brother elected to membership or receiving the
degrees in a lodge, is not a member thereof until he signs the by-laws, and is under
no obligation to contribute to its support, a decision remarkable only for the clear-
ness with which it states the common law of Masonry ; and properly insists that the ,
rites of Masonic sepulture should be held as exclusive as other Masonic Work from
participation by other organizations.
The Committee on Jurisprudence reported adversely, with the concurrence of the
Grand Lodge, on a proposition to so modify the rules prescribed by the Constitution,
as to allow lodges to remit, or friends to pay, the dues of Masons who have died
under suspension for that cause, and thus restore their names to the roll of the Lodge
and permit the lodge to bury them with Masonic honors. The Committee say :
" The law requires that every member pay to his Lodge certain dues, and directs
that, in case of his neglect so to do for six months, he shall be notified by the
Secretary of the fact of his delinquency, and that he will be suspended unless he
pay or show cause why he does not ; and commands that in case, after notice, he
neglect to pay or show cause why he does not, the Master shall declare his suspen-
sion as the judgment of the law. He must be notified of his delincjuency, and, if
he is unable to pay, some one of the members of his Lodge ought to know the fact
and report it to the Lodge, when his dues should be remitted or further time be
granted for payment; and if there is no one who does know, some one ought to
inquire and inform himself and his Lodge, and no Master ought to declare any
member of his Lodge suspended for non-payment of his dues unless he is satisfied
that proper notice has been given and that the delin(juent has the ability, but
wilfully neglects to perform his duty and deserves suspension. If proper care were
taken in this regard, we should hear no tales of hardship or injustice in this
connection."
" It is, doubtless, true, that injustice has been sometimes done by hasty and unad-
vised action under the section of our law which provides for such suspensions; but
such injustice comes chiefly from the fact that Masters have misconstrued the law,
and have declared suspensions without any evidence that the party had been notified
of his delinquency. We take it to be a well recognized principle of Masonic law
that no man can be deprived of his rights and privileges, or be declared to have been
so deprived, without having had at least an opportunity to be heard in his defense."
" Our law has never made any provision for notification to delinquents for non-
payment of dues, other than that provided for in the section before mentioned,
which is simply ' that he shall be notified by the Secretary that,' etc. This, in our
judgment, means personal service of the notice. An amendment of the definition
of 'notification' was prepared last year, and will come up for final action at this
GRAXD LODGE OF ILLINOIS.
Communication, which proposes that notifications ' shall, when practicable, be
personally served upon the brother to be notified by a Tyler or some other Mason
properly deputed for the purpose. If this cannot be conveniently done, it shall be
left at the residence or usual place of business of such brother, or, if such residence
or place of business is distant or unknown, it may be placed in the Post-office,
addressed to him at his last known place of residence, and this shall be deemed due
and sufficient so" •ice." '"
" The kind of service proposed by the last clause of this proposed amendment
will answer very well and is unobjectionable for all ordinary notifications^ but the
notification called for by Sec. ii, Art. Ill, Part III, is in effect a summons It is an
imperative order to show cause why he should not be adjudged guilty of a Masonic
offense and deprived of all his rights as a Mason. As we have said, we do not
think that it is within the legitimate authority of this Grand Lodge, or of any
Masonic ]io«er, to deprive a Mason of his rights without due process of law, and
that due process of law implicN of necessity that the defendant have notice of liis
offense and have an opportunity to be heard in his defense. Our law ought to provide
for service of summons in cases where the party to be served cannot be found, but
such service must be reasonable, and should be made in such way as will be most likely
to advise the defendant of the proceedings against him, and should allow him a
reasonable time to appear and defend. Delinquency for six months in the payment
of dues is not so heinous an offense that we should abandon all the decent fornix of
procedure and deal with the party summarily.'*
"'In the case of Bro. Perez Snei.l, reported by Bro. HiLi,, at page 84 of the
proceedings of 1873, ^^ Grand Lodge of Louisiana had declared him expelled
because, in the bitter strife at that time (i 841 ) existing between two bodies of the
Scottish Rite — the so-called Supreme Council, having its seat at New Orleans, and
the Supreme Council, then and now having its seat at Charleston, S. C. — -he adhered
to the Supreme CounciJ of Charleston, of which he was a member. At that time the
Grand Lodge nf Louisiana was under the absolute control of the Supreme Council
of New Orleans, and, at its dictation, declared Bro. Snkll expelled. The act was
without jurisdiction and was a nullity, and the alleged offense was one unknown to
Masonic jurisprudence. Subse<|uently the Grand Lodge of Louisiana was re-orga-
nized and became, and has thence continued to be, an independent Grand Lodge;
and when the unlawful act of expulsion was brought to its attention, it promptly
rescinded the act. The first act was without authority of law and was void. We
take it that Bro. Snell, although declared expelled, never wns expelled."
" Some of the cases of hardship and injustice which have been brought to our
attention from time to time have been of like character — cases where the Master of
a lodge has pronounced judgment of suspension against a member of his Lodge
without having acquired jurisdiction to pronounce any judgment. Whenever such
a case arises it is the plain duty of the Master to declare that the act was void. The
jiarty declared to have been suspended was not suspended, because the Master had
no authority to make the declaration."
In answer to the question whether " when the Gi'and Lodge sends a case back to
a lodge for a new trial, the persims who served as Commissioners on the first trial
may be elected and serve as Commissioners for the new trial," the committee say :
" Your committee have considered the question and are of the opinion that no
f>erson who acted as commissioner on the first is competent to sit as a commsssioner
on the second trial. He has heard the evidence and has made up his mind
deliberately as to the guilt or innocence of the accused, and it would be idle to say
that he is a proper person to serve as a commissioner on the second trial, against tlie
objection of either party."
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If we accept this apparently just conclusion of the committee, will it not apply
with equal force to the whole lodge where that body, instead of a commission, con-
stitutes the jury ; and necessitate a change of venue whenever a case is remanded for
a second trial ?
Seven charters were issued ; two thousand five hundred dollars appropriated to be
divided among the several Masonic Boards of Relief; an elegant and effective
oration delivered by Bro. Samuel C. Denson, in which he deduced from the past
history of our society, the proposition that " the genius of Masonry is productive
and conservative of republican institutions; " and "in grateful recollection of four
years of zealous, honorable, and most useful service" as Grand Master, a massive
breakfast service of silver was presented to Past Grand Master Pratt.
The report of the Committee on Grievances embraces one case of peculiar interest —
a case of slander alleged to have been circulated by the appellant, a sojourner, against
the Master of Crockett Lodge, No. 139. The committee find the proceedings regular
and complete. They however express no opinion as to the merits of the case, believing
that there is a principle involved in the fact of the trial itself, under the circum-
stances, which directly affects, and might seriously prejudice, the rights of any
Mason against whom charges may be preferred for conduct offensive to the Master
of a lodge. The committee say, the Grand Lodge concurring :
"After a careful examination of the transcript, and a fair construction of the
alleged offense and of the defense contained therein, your committee conclude
that Bro. CHARLES McCoRMiCK, Master of Crockett Lodge, is a party directly
interested in the determination of the charges against Bro. JOHN F. Harris ; and
that, being a party in interest, it was not proper for Crockett Lodge to determine a
matter at issue between its Master and a member of another Lodge."
" The constitution will not permit a Lodge to try its Master ; and, as a Lodge
should be in natural sympathy with its Master and directly interested in the pre-
servation of his good name and fame, it should not be permitted to decide a matter at
issue between him and a Mason not a member, as a verdict of acquittal would justify
the defendant and imply the truth of the alleged slander. Believing, therefore, that, in
justice to both parties, this issue should be removed to a tribunal not only disinter-
ested, but not to be in the least affected by the verdict, your committee submit the
following resolution and recommend its adoption : " —
^'Resolved, That the action of Crockett Lodge, No. 139, in suspending Bro. John
F. Harris from all the rights and privileges of Masonry, be and the same is hereby
reversed and set aside, and that the Grand Master be requested to designate some
other Lodge in the city of San Francisco for the re-trial and determination of the
case at issue."
George Clement Perkins, of Oroville, was elected Grand Master ; Alexan-
der G. Abell, San Francisco, re-elected Grand Secretary. Bro. William A.
January continues at the head of the Committee on Correspondence.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. XIX
CANADA.
The Grand Lodge met at Toronto, July 8, 1874.
Grand Master Wilson opens his address with the announcement that the long pend-
ing difficulties with the Masons of Quebec have been happily arranged. In this con-
. nection he pays a high compliment to the Deputy Grand Master, Thomas White,
Jr., who had been largely instrumental i-n bringing about the happy result, and says :
" We shall part from our brethren of Quebec with unfeigned regret; we will miss
their familiar faces and pleasant voices at our annual meetings, but they carry with
them our best wishes and heartfelt prayers for their prosperity." He further says :
" The intelligence that the Quebec difficulties were on the eve of arrangement
was promptly followed by edicts from the Grand Lodges of Vermont and Illinois,
revoking their former edicts of non-intercourse with this Grand Lodge. These were
met in a fraternal spirit by me as your representative, and all bars to the resump-
tion of fraternal relations have thus been removed. I have again assumed the office of
Grand Representative of the Grand Lodge of Illinois, and had much pleasure in
appointing R. W. Bro. WiLEY M. Egan, of Chicago, as our representative near that
Grand Body."
The Board of General Purposes, in reporting on the address, echo the sentiments
of the Grand Master, acknowledging that parting, either now or in the not distant
future, was inevitable, and wishing the brethren leaving them a hearty God-speed ;
and the Grand Lodge subsequently adopted the following :
" That all difficulties among our Brethren in the Province of Quebec, being now
finally and happily terminated, by mutual agreement, this Grand Lodge formally
cedes to the Grand Lodge of Quebec, all her rights and privileges hitherto claimed
in that territory, and cordially welcomes the Grand Lodge of Quebec, as a Sister
Grand Lodge, trusting that the most cordial bond of union may ever exist between
them and this Grand Lodge, and wishing them a long and uninterrupted career of
true Masonic success and prosperity."
It was moved in amendment :
" That if this Grand Lodge sees that it is essentially necessary to cede their
territory in the Province of Quebec, that this be done with distinct proviso, that any
Lodge in that Province desiring to retain their allegiance to this Grand Lodge may
do so, and can never be alienated except for offense against the Constitution as laid
down, or by their own free will."
The Grand Lodge was in no temper for doing things by halves, and not only
squelched the amendment, but refused to send their retiring brethren away empty
handed, and resolved :
" That on the occasion of our brethren from Quebec retiring from among us, to
unite with the brethren of the Grand Lodge of Quebec, we present them with
;g4,ooo, for purposes of benevolence, with our heartiest good wishes for their future
prosperity, and that the said funds be placed in the hands of M. W. Bro. White, in
trust for the retiring lodges, until a meeting of their representatives, who shall by a
majority determine the disposition thereof."
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Whereupon Past Grand Master T. Douglas Harrington presented his creden-
tials as the accredited representative of the Grand Lodges of Vermont and (^)uebec,
respectively, which were accepted, and he was saluted with the usual honors.
"All's well that ends well," and the whole-souled manner in which the Grand
Lodge of Canada has ended this unhappy controversy cannot fail to efface the mem-
ory of anv bitterness engendered by its progress. Its action in refusing to bequeath
to the Grand Lodge of Quebec such a heritage as has vexed its own jurisdiction for
twenty years — the presence of lodges within its territory not owning allegiance to
it — shows that its protestations of devotion t6 the doctrine of exclusive Grand Lodge
sovereignty were genuine.
In connection with the Grand Lodge of Lt)uisiana, and the interruption of friendly
relations with that body, arising, as the Grand Master believes, from a misapprehen-
sion as to the action of Canada with regard to the Grand Orient of France, he says :
" I mav here state that by my directions a letter was adressed to the Grand
Representative of the Grand Orient on the 25th of November last, renuestin^,' him
to communicate to the Grand Orieiit our views on the point at issue, and to express
the hope' that the Grand Orient would reconsider her action, and withdraw the
recognition which she had accorded to an antagonistic body within the jurisdiction
of the Grand Lodge of Louisiana. No reply to this communication has yet been
received, but I sincerely hope the G. O. will on mature consideration, withdraw her
recognition and recede from the unfriendly position she has assumed towards the
Grand Lodge of Louisiana.'"
The Grand Master expresses himself strongly adverse to mixed funerals, and also
to the joint occupancy of halls with other societies ; reports nineteen dispensations
issued for new lodges ; advises the lodges to keep their property insured ; states
that the finances are in a most satisfactory condition ; gives the items of a large
amount of public work; and suggests a reconsideration of the propriety (he does not
question the authority), of the Grand Lodge ordering that a brother who has been
indefinitely suspended shall be restored to his former standing in his lodge. From
his remarks on this latter point, we infer that in his jurisdiction it is the custom for
the Grand Lodge to consider cases of suspension where no appeal has been taken.
There ought to be no question not only of the propriety, but of the duty, of the
Grand Lodge to wholly undo an unjust sentence pronounced by a constituent
lodge.
He announces the death of James V. Noel, Past District Deputy Grand Master,
and Benjamin C. Davy, Past Junior Grand Warden. The memory of these breth-
■ ren is perpetuated by memorial tablets, as is that of Thomas Duggan, Past Grand
Superintendent of Works. The reports of the District Deputy Grand Masters give
a uniformly good account of the condition of Masonry in their respective districts.
One deputy reports five dispensations issued to enable lodges to attend divine ser-
vice, and he stronglv recommends the lodges in his district to more generally in the
future set aside one day in each year on which to worship the Most High, clothed
as Masons. Notwithstanding his idea that this would perhaps lessen the prejudices en-
tertained towards Masonry by over-zealous, pious, but misinformed people, we do not
feel prepared to second his advice. We do not think ostentatious church going is
any part of the business of a lodge as such ; and the true way to make the world
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respect Masonry is by letting its virtues appear both in the Sunday and wtek-ilay
life of the individual. In our judgment a lodge should not, as such, visit'a church,
any more than any other public place, except on a Masonic occasion.
The Deputy of the St. Lawrence District reports the death of Adif.l Sherwood,
for the better part of half a century High Sheriff of the united counties of Leeds
and Greenville, ninety-five years of age at his death, and an active Mason for over
seventy years.
The Deputy of the Ottawa District reports the following singular ca>e :
" By instructions, I also held an inquiry in St. Francis Lodge, of Smithsfalls, with
regard to a charge made against the W. M. and the acting Wardens, of having de-
clared a ballot clear when the same contained two black balls against the candidate.
Previous to the time the candidate was initiated I wrote to the W. M., telling him of
the charge, and advising him to cause another ballot to be taken, but he paid no
attention to my letter, and proceeded with the initiation, passing and raising of the can-
didate. At the investigation the two brethren who placed the black bulls testified to
their having done so, and also gave their reasons for so doing, and were positive that
they had made no mistake. Under these circumstances, I saw no other way than to
suspend the W. M. until the G. M. had given his decision in the matter. The Grand
Master shortly afterwards re-instated the W. M.,not wishing to establish a precedent
that the ballot might he disputed after being declared clear by the Master and
Wardens."
On this subject, the Board of Genera! Purposes report, the Grand I^odge concur-
ring :
" The Board regret to find that in one lodge there has been an inquiry as to the
manner in which the ballot has been used by members. The inquiry arose upon a
charge that the W. M. and Wardens of a lodge had declared the ballot clear when
two black balls had been cast against a candidate for initiation. The matter having
been brought before the M. W. the Grand Master, he has adjudicated upon the
question. It therefore only remains for the Board to add that the sacred character
of the ballot should be borne in mind by officers as well as members of all lodges,
and any disclosure of the secrecy of the ballot is not to be countenanced under any
circumstances."
We can sympathize with the reluctance of the Grand Master to establish a pre-
cedent for invading the sanctity of the ballot, but we think both he and the Grand
Lodge overlook the fact that its sacred character is derived wholly from its supposed
ability to insure to evei-y brother his sacred right to express " in his own prudent
way " his assent or dissent when a candidate is proposed, and to have that expres-
sion respected. If the ballot fails to answer that end it is no more sacred than any
other vain ceremony.
The same Deputy reports the death of Bro. Hudson, a Roman Catholic, the
clergy of whose church refused to give him Christian burial because he was a Mason,
and adds : " He was buried with full Masonic honors by one of the largest gather-
ings of Masons ever held in this part of the country."
The Grand Lodge granted warrants tosixteen new lodges, and to another condition-
ally, refused one, and continued one dispensation ; properly referred a petition for a
dispensation to the Grand Master ; expressed its satisfaction at the resumption of
friendly relations with the Grand Lodges of Vermont and Illinois ; recognized the
Grand Lodge of Utah; postponed its decision as to the final disposition of the
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Masonic Asylum Trust Fund, now amounting to between six and seven thousand
dollars, until next year ; unanimously brevetted the Deputy Grand Master Thos.
White, Jr., with the rank and dignity of Past Grand Master, in consideration of his
services in the settlement of the Quebec difficulties ; and selected London as its next
place of meeting.
William Mercer Wilson, of Simcoe, Grand Master; Thomas Bird Harris, of
Hamilton, Grand Secretary, were re-elected.
We regret to learn that Grand Secretary Harris died on the iSth of the follow-
ing August. Bro. J. J. Mason, of Hamilton, was appointed Grand Secretary, pro
tern.
The report on correspondence (p. 115), again from the pen of Bro. Henry Rob-
ertson, reviews the proceedings of thirty-seven American Grand Lodges, Illinois
not of the number.
Bro. Robertson very properly says there is no Masonic law, unless manufactured
for the purpose, which will uphold so arbitrary a rule as the collection of dues after
one has dimitted ; is decided in the opinion to which we inclined last year, in our
notice of Vermont, that a vote cast for a person not a Mason, in balloting for officers,
should be counted ; and in his notice of Florida, has the following :
" We have always insisted that all the ordinary business of a lodge should be trans-
acted in the first degree, and such is our practice here. We never could understand
why our brethren across the line should have departed from the ancient custom in
this particular. Will somebody please enlighten us ?"
The departure from the ancient custom in most if not all of the jurisdictions of
this country, ante-dates the Grand Lodge of Canada, while the latter body, follow-
ing the mother country whence her lodges were derived, still retains it. As she is
now scarcely twenty years removed from her dependency, it is perhaps not so strange
as at first sight it seems, that opposite practices should prevail on different sides of
an imaginary line. We are not prepared to trace the reasons for our departure from
the practice of the Grand Lodge of England, whence at an earlier period our lodges
were derived, but we think the seeds of which this departure is the fruit, were sown
long since by our English brethren when they took the honorary distinctions of
Fellow Craft and Master which were formerly conferred in the Entered Apprentices'
Lodge, and erected them into separate degrees, excluding the Apprentices, as such,
from participation in them. Their exclusion from the business of the lodge seems
to us to have followed as a natural result, and our only wonder is that the Mother
Grand Lodge has so long succeeded in retaining the ancient custom. Since the estab-
lishment of degrees in Masonry the Apprentice has been robbed of one right after
another, until, in many of our jurisdictions, by a separate ballot for each degree, the
last and most sacred right of a Mason — that of invoking in his defence the judgment
of his fellows on any charge which may impair his standing or interfere with his
advancement in Masonry — is practically denied him.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS.
COLORADO.
The Grand Lodge met at Denver, September 29th, 1874.
The address of Grand Master Anthony is a clear and well-written statement of
his official acts. He had granted three dispensations for new lodges, and refused
one. He reports ten decisions, some of which we copy :
2. " That a Bro. F. C. who had lost the index finger of the right hand was not
physically disqualified from receiving the M. M. degree. I am aware of other
decisions on this point, and there is conflict of opinion, but as the brother had
already received the first and second degrees, I considered him not ineligible for
advancement."
3. " That when a lodge dispensation or charter is recalled or surrendered, the
unfinished work of that lodge belongs to the [lodge] nearest to, and having jurisdic-
tion over the brethren who were under the control of the demised lodge. But to
the end that the records be properly kept, that in all cases an application for mem-
bership or advancement should be accompanied by the certificate from the Grand
Secretary, showing the facts, and standing of the applicant in such demised lodges."
5. " To the inquiry, ' Is it lawful for a member of a Lodge of Masons to recom-
mend the petition for membership in his lodge of any person, unless he has first
received proper Masonic evidence that the person is a Mason ? ' my reply was as
follows : ' I can find nothing in our by-laws requiring such knowledge on the part
of the person recommending a petition for affiliation. And in the absence of any
direct law upon the subject it cannot be ?^«lawful, for were it to be so considered,
the brother signing or recommending such applicant would be subject to Masonic
censure or discipline. I think the brother recommending such a petition is not
expected to vouch for the petitioner's Alasonic standing, but simply as to the moral
character of the applicant. And it is the duty of the committee to whom the peti-
tion is referred, to ascertain and report whether or not they find, after ' strict trial,
due examination or lawful information,' that the applicant is a Mason. The dimit
or certificate, which accompanies the petition, is, to an extent, the recommendation
of the lodge where the petitioner was last a member. And, as we have no law
regulating or requiring that the petition for affiliation shall be signed by any other
thatt the petitioner, the rule as laid down by Bro. Mackey will apply in this juris-
diction, which is, in substance, as above. This, however, may be a dangerous and
unwise procedure, and a law providing more fully the mode of petitioning for mem-
bership, upon a dimit, would. undoubtedly be wise and judicious.' "
6. " That a person who has lost an eye should not be received to the first degree,
and his petition should not be presented."
7. " That on a petition for dispensation to form a lodge, one of the petitioners
must be a P. M. ; but that it is not necessary that the brother appointed as the W. M.
of a lodge U. D. should be an actual P. M."
8. "That the petitioners for dispensation (for new lodge) need not be dimitted
from their lodge, and that should a charter issue, the petitioners therefor are dimitted
from their former lodge."
ID. " That the ballot for advancement is for proficiency. And the secretary
should not notify other lodges in case of rejection. This is only required in the
ballot upon the petition to be 7?iade a Mason — the E. A. degree."
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We think the second will hold water ; the third well stated ; and the tifth accords
with our views elsewhere expressed. In reference to the sixth, we simply ask, why ?
(We may add here, conhdentially, that we don't expect an answer to this question,
because though the same dictum has been elsewhere delivered, no reason drawn
either from the law of Masonry or common sense, has ever been given for it.) If
the second clause of the seventh is correct, and we think it is, we don't see the ap-
plication of the first. The eighth accords with the law in Illinois. If the tenth is
true in Colorado, we believe that is the only jurisdiction where a separate ballot for
each degree obtains, that the cjuestion of advancement does not involve judgment on
all other (|ualifications as well as proficiency.
The Grand Master had refused to lay the corner-stone of a church on Sui^day,
holding that as the Grand Lodge had made it unlawful for lodges to meet for sv»t-
bolital work on the Sabbath, it would clearly be so for that body itself to meet for
operative- work on that day ; properly set aside the action of a Master of a lodge,
who, on the occasion of a tie in between two candidates, at the annual election,
assumed the casting vote, and declared one of them elected ; called attention to the
fact that the Grand Lodge of Quebec had not been recognized, on which hint the
Grand Lodge acted and accorded recognition ; and earnestly recommended that, as
the Grand Lodge was permanently located, the Library Fund should be at once used
for the purpose for which it was contributed. This Library Fund has an interesting
history : In the summer of 1864, Hro. John G. BRANDLEY,of Co. C, First Colo
rado Cavalry, doing service against the Indians, was mortally wounded, and having
no living relations or representatives, left in trust with a comrade the sum of 5105,
which he had with him, to the Masons of Colorado. This was the nucleus of the
Library Fund, increased by interest and contributions to something o\er a thousand
doljai-s.
The Grand Lodge took steps to establish the library at once, a suitaljle room
having been placed at its disposal by the Masons of Denver, and made provision
for the necessary furniture without cost to the fund, so that the whole might be
expended in books.
The Grand Master also urged the inauguration of a moxemenl for the erection of
a Masonic Temple, believing that an abiding place for Masonry in Colorado and a
profitable pecuniary investment could both be secured at the same time. Accordingly
a special committee was appointed to perfect a plan and report at the next annual
communication.
Our mountain brethren are live men, and we may therefore reasonably expect that
Colorado will soon solve for herself the (|uestion whether a jurisdictional debt is a
jurisdictional Itlessing.
A finished oration was delivered by the Grand Orator, Past Grand Master
Bromwei.i., of Illinois. It is in the style so peculiarly his own, utterly unmanage-
able by any one not "to the manner born," and yet so infectious that some years
since on the occasion of his delivering a Masonic address in Washington, a commit-
tee of the Grand Lodge of the District of Columbia imagined it had caught the
afflatus and undertook to cut out a preamble and resolution of thanks after his own
pattern. The result was something so profoundly obscure, or obscurely profound,
that we have always iiuestioned whether its authors had any idea what it meant.
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Webster D. Anthony, of Denver, Grand Master ; Ed. C. Parmelee, of George-
town, Grand Secretary, were re-elected.
The Grand Lodge granted two charters, and continued two dispensations ; changed
its time of meeting to the third Tuesday in September ; appointed a committee on
revision of laws, and to that committee referred a number of resolutions proposing
legislation, including some tinkering on the non-affiliation question, which somehow
refuses to stay settled satisfactorily ; and insisted on taking a large load of coals to
Newcastle by declaring that it was not responsible for the conclusions of its Com
mittee on Correspondence on questions of Masonic law.
Last year the Grand Lodge resolved : " That after any candidate shall have
received the first degree in Masonry, and shall have been elected to any other
degree, any one objecting to his advancement shall be required to prefer charges
showing cause for such objection;" to which it this year added the following
words :
"And if it shall appear to the lodge that such objections were made in an unma-
sonic spirit and not having the welfare of the Craft in view, the party so objecting
may be punished for unmasonic conduct. But the candidate shall not proceed
until such objection is withdrawn, or such person objecting shall cease to be a
member of such lodge."
An ineffectual effort had first been made to rescind the resolution.
Provision was also made for returning the initiation fee in case of objection, until
the objection should be withdrawn.
The Report on Correspondence (p. 93) is by Bro. Ed. C. Parmelee, reviews
the proceedings of forty-five American Grand Lodges, and is supplemented by a
digest of decisions (p. 66), evidently very carefully compiled. Illinois receives lib-
eral notice.
On the subject of dimission, our brother's " head is level :"
"We hold that dimission is a ftg/i^ which every Mason possesses; and however
reprehensible the evil of non-affiliation, the remedy of enforcing an unwilling and
a compulsory membership is worse than the disease. If a brother desire to leave
the family circle of our lodge, where naught but peace and harmony should prevail,
we say let him go; we will benefit more by his withdrawal than by an enforced tie,
which may bind, but will not unite."
And of correspondence reports he holds the common-sense and almost universally
prevailing view :
" Many seem to think they are like other reports, to be called up, discussed and
amended until they do not reflect the views of anybody. We think they are only
intended to give the views of the writer, and if there are things he wishes to present
for action, it should be done separately and not as a part of the report. We have
known of a case in this jurisdiction, where the report was referred to a committee,
and that committee amended the report to a suit themselves, thereby intimating that
the writer of the report had not brains enough to prepare one fit to be published."
We take it that he is opposed to military lodges, as he says, referring to warrant
granted by Canada for a lodge authorized to meet at Jerusalem, or adjacent places
in Palestine, that he cannot approve of issuing a warrant to a lodge " on wheels."
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He sensibly holds that where a lodge buries, or assists a sojourner, if the lodge of
which he is a member sees fit to refund— well; if not, the assisting lodge has no right
to complain ; gives a. post mortem opinion that the action of sister Grand Lodges recog-
nizing the Grand Lodge of Quebec was premature, and that those who declared non-
intercourse (with Canada, we suppose,) had not one sound reason to base their
arguments upon, which settles that question; says in reply to Bro. Singleton's
request for opinions on the propriety of admitting the representatives of lodges
under dispensation to a voice in the Grand Lodge, that there is no settled rule in
Colorado, which is equivalent to saying that the rule is against the practice, inasmuch
as the common law of Masonry is that the Grand Lodge is composed of the Masters
and Wardens of the constituent lodges, and these bodies are not lodges nntil they
have been constituted; speaks of the suspension of a " IVorf/iy Master," which is
the first intimation we had received that those reformatory associations had been
found necessary in Colorado ; wittily supposes that the Grand Lodge of Maine,
having received by bequest a tract of land, will start an Agricultural College;
thinks that good counsel whispered in the ear of an erring brother will do more
good than pages of printed attacks on the evil of intemperance ; runs the risk of
calling forth a volume of Brooklyn expletives by conferring on Bro. Taylor, of
Nevada, the title of " Reverend ; '" and though he insists that he has not repented
of his previously expressed desire to be forever excused from the duty of reviewing,
and that only the imperative orders of the Grand Master accounts for his reappear-
ance, does his work in so sprightly and entertaining a manner as to suggest the idea
that it might help some of the rest of us to be coerced a little.
The Colorado proceedings are elegantly printed, on superior paper, and the Grand
Secretary's work is well done.
CONNECTICUT.
Pursuant to a change in its Constitution, the Grand Lodge met at New Haven,
Jan. 20, 1875, eight months after its last Annual Communication.
Grand Master Lee's address is in many respects most excellent. At the request
of the Grand Lodge of Minnesota he had revoked the commission of their repre-
sentative near that body, he having become non-affiliated, and appointed another in
his stead. Of the Veteran Association which held its fourth annual re-union in New
Haven, he talks like a Mason :
"A large number were present, several of them for the first time, but there were
several vacant chairs, which will forever so remain. No language of mine can
describe my feelings as I look upon this venerable band. We do well to give them
the post of honor. They stood by the institution, when to do so was to incur social
and political proscription, firm and undaunted ; trusting that time, which rectifies so
many wrongs, would prove them right. In looking over the returns from the subor-
dinates for the past few years, I notice with feelings of sadness the names of several
veterans, as stricken from the roll for non-payment of dues. Honor thy father and
GRAND I.On(iE OF ILLINOFS.
mother, is a command which came to us with authority, and sanctioned by the
experience of nearly thirty centuries. He would be considered an undutiful son,
and rightly so, who should turn his father out of doors because he was unable or
unwilling to pay his board. Shall we turn these aged brethren out of their homes
in the Lodge, because they are unable or unwilling to bear burdens any longer ?
Whatever burdens may be necessary to sustain the lodges should be borne by the
younger men. I would earnestly recommend to the lodges that they provide in their
by-laws, if need be, that these veterans shall be exempt from all dues, assessments,
or taxes, of whatever kind ; and that, if deemed necessary^ the Grand Lodge take
appropriate action for such a purjiose."
He announced the death of Cyrus Goodkll and Edmund Holcomb, members
of the Grand Lodge for many years, aged respectively 72 and 74; also of Hix roR
Taylor, one of the " tried and true "' in the dark days of Masonry in Connecticut,
biit for forty years past a resident of Ohio. He died at the age of 75.
With reference to the Masonic Trust Fund and Home, he thinks it obvious that
in the present dulness of the times and the embarrassed condition of many of the
lodgeo^, the responses will not be so general as is desired and might justly have been
expected when the matter first came before the Grand Lodge. He had found every-
where a friendly feeling towards the project for a home, but had found the feeling
very general that they were attempting too great a work for their present circumstan-
ces. The general feeling seemed to favor a beginning on a small scale, securing in
some small town, easily accessible by railroad, a small farm or homestead, at an
expense of eight or ten thousand dollars, and then make additions as circumstances
would permit. (The original 'plan, it will be remembered, was to raise a fund of not
less than ;^ 100,000.) He further say-. :
"We have within our lodges about 15,000 enrolled as members. Lnder our
present system of laws we are making about as many non-afhliates as members. It
seems plain that in the present condition of things, and with the many varied calls
each and all of us have as members of the State, town, city, church and society, it
will be a long time before we can raise an average of seven dollars to each membdV
of the fraternity, to inaugurate the work as originally planned. I hope, brethren,
you will give this matter careful consideration, and adopt that course which you
shall deem wisest and best."
The report of the Trustees shows that the fund at present amounts k) $1,570 37.
The Grand Ivodge took no further action on the subject.
The Grand Master thinks the lodges should not be the arena for the settlement of
disputed claims growing out of business transactions, and in one instance had in-
structed the Master of a lodge before which a complaint for violation of contract
was to be brought, to rule it out and let it go to the courts, which are established for
such purposes.
He had decided that a lodge having once relinquished jurisdiction over a rejected
candidate, could not recover it until the person so rejected had again become a resi-
dent within its jurisdiction, and in this connection strongly questioned the justice of
the doctrine of perpetual allegiance. He says :
" Why should a young man who has been rejected for some political dislike, petty
malice, or even for a good reason, and has removed to another locality and become
an exemplary citi/en, have it held over him all his life because he has been rejected
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in a lodge ? Surely, a limit might be fixed to the force of a rejection without danger
of injury to the Craft. If there is no atonement for wrong doing, surely there may
be- forgiveness, while the claims of justice are not forgotten."
There is another side to this picture. He may have been rejected for the exhibi-
tion of some quality which demonstrated his unfitness ever to become a Mason at
heart, and yet in a new locality lead such an apparently exemplary life as to deceive
the very elect.
The Grand Master had also given it as his opinion that the term " good standing"
meant any Mason, whether a member of a lodge or not, against whom no charges
had been preferred. We hold that however much a brother's standing may be
theratened \yj charges, it is not lost until forfeited by a judgment. Another question
of law had come before him in this manner :
"A Bro. Strong, who was made a Mason in Daskam Lodge, No. 86, Glaston-
bury, and had been for a number of years a member, presented a dimit signed by
the Secretary of Daskam Lodge, with the seal attached, to Columbia Lodge, No. 25,
in the same town, and was elected to membership in the Lodge. Daskam Lodge
claimed that no dimit had ever been granted to Bro. Strong by vote of the lodge,
as no record could be found thereof, and the Secretary denied having given him one.
Both the lodges joined in a statement of the case, and submitted the matter to me.
It was evident to me that the brother could not have forged the seal, being a farmer
and living some miles from the lodge-room, even if he could the Secretary's
signature. It seemed to me much more probable that a vote was passed granting
him the dimit, and the Secretary had omitted to make a record of it at the time,
than to suppose the brother obtained it by fraud. This Grand Lodge established
the principle in the case of Charles W. Bradley, that if there were irregularities
in the case, that a person having been admitted in a just and lawfully constituted
lodge, he must be recognized as a member ; and further, it is a well-established
principle in law that an organization is bound by the acts of its officers ; if they
exceed their powers and duties, they are amenable to the organization, but those who
act in good faith, must be protected. This same principle was asserted in the cele-
brated " Schuyler frauds "' in the New York & New Haven Railroad case, and was
so decided by the highest courts. I gave it as my opinion Bro. STRONG was a
member of Columbia Lodge, and should be recognized as such ; and that Daskam
Lodge should enter "withdrawn" opposite his name."
He had decided that an Entered Apprentice could dimit, for these reasons :
" A glance at our earlier history in Storer's ' Ancient Records,' shows that in the
earlier days, the business of the lodges was transacted in the Entered Apprentice
degree, and the lodges were opened in the higher degrees for work only. Entered
Apprentices participated in the deliberations, shared in the debates, proposed candi-
dates, and I can find no restriction of their rights, or any legislation tending thereto,
until in 1823, when a by-law was adopted by this Grand Lodge, restricting the right
to propose candidates to Master Masons only. Again, the charge of the Entered
Apprentice degree, " If in the circle of your acquaintance you find a person
desirous of being initiated into Masonry, be particularly attentive not to recommend
him unless you are satisfied that he will conform to our rules," shows that such was
the custom ; and again we say to the candidate, " You have been elected by the
members of this lodge upon your own voluntary petition to become associated with
us in this great and good work ; " and further, all the old Monitors I have ever
seen, provide a place for them in all processions. I am well aware that of late years
it has become somewhat the custom to ignore them altogether, but I am of the opin-
ion they have some rights which are entitled to respect. Rights cannot be taken
away by inference; it must be done by positive law, if done at all. It is the fact of
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election and initiation which makes one a member, not the signing of the By-laws,
which is a formality (although it should be observed), and was so decided by Grand
Master Lockwood, as found on page 12, proceedings of 1874. If an Entered
Apprentice is bound to the lodge, the lodge is, of course, bound to him, for rights
and duties are reciprocal."
" Dimit is defined in Webster's Dictionary, ' to permit to go ;' if a lodge can hold
an Entered Apprentice it can permit him to go, which is to dimit. By special law,
all the business of our lodges is required to be transacted in the Master Mason's
Degree, and this is why an Entered Apprentice cannot participate — not because he
is not a member. Whether I have stated the law correctly or not, one thing is
evident: Masonic comity and good' faith, to say nothing of common civility, demand
of us, that where such a law does prevail in other jurisdictions, and they give dimits
to Entered Apprentices, we should recognize them, and treat the holders thereof as
dimitted Masons."
The case which called forth this decision is fully detailed. An Entered Appren-
tice coming from Pennsylvania, (where the law does not permit one lodge to confer
the degrees on a candidate at the request of another, but requires a brother desiring
advancement in any lodge save his own, to first resign his membership in the one
and be regularly elected a member in the other), after a residence of a year or so at
New Britain, Conn., applied for affiliation and the other degrees in Harmony Lodge,
at -that place, presenting his dimit. The Master of Harmony Lodge sought the
advice of the Grand Master, who decided as above, but a member of the lodge said
the Grand Master had no business to make such a decision, and on that ground alone'
as it appears, twice black-balled the petitioner. The Grand Master feeling it to be
his duty to relieve the latter from the unfortunate position in which he innocently
found himself, and not being disposed to suffer his decisions to be overruled in this
indirect manner, played trumps. He says :
"After consulting with several brethren, whose good judgment I respect, and who
know the spirit as well as the law of Masonry, I determined to use the Grand
Master's prerogative and confer upon him the remaining degrees. Accordingly on
the second day of January, 1875, i^^^ matter having been pending some two months
or more,) I went to New Britam, summoned an emergent lodge, passed him to the
degree of Fellow Craft, and raised him to the sublime degree of Master Mason in
ample form, and gave him a certificate, with the Grand Master's seal attached, that
Bro. Foster N. Gunnison was a non-affiliated Master Mason, in good standing,
and at liberty to affiliate with any lodge in this jurisdiction that would receive him.
A large number was present, — some seventy or more, — and I was assured by the
W^ M. and many others, that my action was approved by almost every member of
the lodge. I ought, perhaps, to mention that the brother who had objected to the
dimitting brother was present, and asked if he could call for a ballot. I informed
him that he could call for a ballot at any time in his own lodge, but not in an
emergent lodge, called by the Grand Master. The minutes of the emerg-ent lodge
were fully and carefully written out, and are now in the custody of the Grand Secre-
tary. I received the fees for the two degrees, as fixed by the by-laws of this Grand
Lodge (^10,06,) and paid them over to that officer."
The Committee on Jurisprudence, while believing that a matter of justice had
been done to Brother GUNNISON, reported, and the Grand Lodge adopted, the fol-
lowing :
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" Resolved, That an exercise of the Grand Master's prerogative in such cases is
not in harmony with Masonic law and jurisprudence, and that such a precedent
should not be sanctioned by this Grand Lodge."
The Grand Lodge also says, speaking through the same committee, that an En-
tered Apprentice is entitled to a certificate of release of jurisdiction, and good stand-
ing, but not to a dimit.
This seems to us to come very neai' being a distinction without a dit^erence, for
what is a dimit but a certificate of release of jurisdiction and of good standing ?
The subject of dues is thus referred to by the Grand Master:
"The subject of dues and what grows out of it, is a prolific source of ill-feeling
and discord in our lodges. No one will deny that with us it is a very modern idea ;
the older brethren, so far as my observation extends, are almost universally opposed
to it, as we practice it. Our laws now provide that a member's name may be stricken
from the roll for non-payment of dues, simply after due notice, and he can be restored
to membership by unanimous ballot ; while one who has violated every Masonic
(and for that matter every other law), and has been expelled by a unanimous vote,
may be restored by a two-third vote (the Grand Lodge concurring), and if indefinitely
suspended, without such concurrence. It seems to me that this is unjust, and that
the same vote which severs his connection should restore it. I am well aware that
some of the lodges have made use of this law as a convenient back stairs by which
to rid themselves of their unworthy members, and have turned them out as non
affiliated Masons in good standing, when they ought to have disciplined them for
leading such lives, and suspended or expelled them."
The Committee on By-Laws, in reporting on this subject, are unanimously of the
opinion that their present system of collecting dues and assessments, is subject to
grave objections, as since its inauguration nearly twelve hundred members have been
dropped from the roll for non-payment, and have become non-affiliated Masons.
They, therefore, reported resolutions providing the punishment of suspension for non-
payment ; that no Master Mason of twenty-one years good and regular standing,
shall be subject to discipline for non-payment of dues, taxes and assessments ; that
all who had been stricken from the roll after having attained this veteran status,
should be immediately restored, and that any not of this class, who had been so
stricken fron. the roll, should be restored by a two-thirds vote, and the payment of
indebtedness. The matter finally went over for a year.
The Grand Master naively tells the story of his granting a dispensation to a lodge
to receive anew a rejected petition within the lawful time, taking advantage of the
absence of the "stubborn brother"' who had before thrice black-balled the peti
tioner. lie had been informed that his action had been followed by the hap
piest results.
We think it is too early to judge from experience of the final result of establishing
so dangerous a precedent, but a priori it is safe to say that these short-cuts by which
a brother is deprived of his rights, even if he has exercised them in a pig-headed
manner, as seems to have been the case with this " stubborn brother," will always be
fruitful of mischief.
He thus dissents from the jirevalent Masonic view of mixed funerals :
" I have been asked if there was any law in this jurisdiction which would
prohibit Masons from uniting with other organizations at the funeral of a Mason,
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who was a member of some other organization. My reply was no, and I hoped we
never would be prohibited from the exercise of gentlemanly courtesy on any occa-
sion whatever. Of all places for exhibition of claims of superiority, or arrogance
of manner, such would seem to be the most unfit. Masonry has sometimes been the
recipient of such treatment on the part of the church, but I have never known any
of the Craft who particularly admired it. We should never give treatment to others
we are not willing to receive. All our talk about our superiority, or calling out-
siders profane, seems to me to be very unwise. Conscious worth is never arrogant.
'Putting on airs' always excites contempt, either open or concealed. We read in
the Book of the Law of one who boasted of his good deeds, his superiority, and
thanked God he was not like that other fellow (a publican), but it never impressed
me as a trait of character worthy of imitation, especially as we read further that
the publican went down to his house justified of God rather than the other."
Our Most Worshipful brother seems to lose sight entirely of the question at issue,
which is not one of courtesy on our part towards other persons or organizatons, but
of our own duty under the laws of Masonry. In other words, do the laws of Ma-
sonry permit any save Masons to engage in Masonic labor? If they do, then the
question of coiytesy arises. If not, we can hardly be said to be " putting on airs "
in pursuing a certain course, when we are not at liberty to pursue any other.
On religious questions, the Grand Master has a timely and well spoken word,
saying that every man knows his religious belief better than any other man can, and
while a candidate expresses his belief in Deity, we have no right to ask any further
questions.
As to physical qualifications, his views are loose — or liberal — enough to satisfy a
Rhode Island Mason, unless we misinterpret him. He cannot see " how a man who
is compelled to wear glasses, or a truss, or has lost a finger, or toe, or even a hand or
foot for that matter, is incapacitated from laboring in the moral field."
Nor can any one else see why, and yet this does not touch the (juestion as shaped
in the old charges which for the avowed purpose of equality, to insure that no one
should be unduly weighted in the race for the honors of Masonry, requires such a
degree of physical perfection- and such a degree only — as will enable every one
to conform to the requirements of the ritual.
The report of the Grand Secretary shows that $653 50 was contributed by the
lodges for the relief of sufferers by the Louisiana floods. Of the report on corres-
pondence, which we miss this year, he says :
" The change in our constitution, shortening the year from twelve to eight months,
has not aftbrded your Grand Secretary sufficient time to prepare a printed report for
this session, and as but eighteen Grand Lodges had been heard from to fan. 1st, it
would have been imperfect and incomplete, had I made the attempt. In view of
these facts, and also that our Grand Treasury is exhausted, I have thought proper
to omit any report on correspondence this year. The proceedings which I have
received show that the usual prosperity still exists, and there seems to be nothing
that needs particular comment."
One new lodge was chartered ; petitioners for another had leave to withdraw. No
case of appeal, and only one of grievance — a question of disputed jurisdiction,
came before the Grand Lodge.
William Wallace Lee, Grand Master, of West Meriden; Joseph K. Wheeler,
of Hartford, Grand Secretary, were re-elected.
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DELAWARE.
The Grand I-odge met at Wilmington, Oct. 7, 1874.
The address of Grand Master Allmond is brief and to the point. Of their gath-
ering, he says :
" The world, with all its icy and selfish calculations, must admit the beauty and
sublimity of such communions as ours. Here you find men of every shade of relig-
ious and political belief — from all the varied pursuits of life, from every station in
society — mingling together, holding but one purpose : that, the good of Masonry."
He reports the condition of Masonry in the jurisdiction as harmonious and pros-
perous.
Among the questions of law presented for his decision, were those involved in a
case of violation of jurisdiction. He reports :
"In July, 1873, the petition of Mr. H. S. Taylor was presented to Eureka Lodge,
No. 23, of this city, asking for initiation in that lodge. It was referred ; and on the
8th of September reported upon, and the candidate rejected. While his petition
was pending, and before he knew the result, Mr. Taylor went West on business,
and during his stay in Bloomington, Indiana, he stated to a Master Mason that he
had applied to a lodge in Wilmington, Delaware, for the Degrees in Masonry, but
had not as yet heard from it. This gentleman then advised him to place his petition
in the lodge to which he belonged, — Kloomington Lodge, U. D., — saying that his
petition being in a lodge at Wilmington would make no difference. He acted upon
his advice, and in November or December he was Entered. Finding he had to
return to Wilmington, the lodge Crafted and Raised him the same night. On
arriving here, he expressed a desire to visit the lodges, which was denied."
" He is a resident of this city, and has been so since 1872. Connected with this
case the Master of Eureka Lodge asks the following questions:"
' No. I. Is he (Taylor) a legally made Mason ? '
'No. 2. Can he visit in this Jurisdiction ? '
' No. 3. Is he not the property of Eureka Lodge? '
' No. 4. What action had the lodge better take in the premises ? '
" My answer to the above questions were as follows : "
' No. I is a question to be hereafter determined by the Grand Lodges of Indiana
and Delaware.'
' No. 2. Not until his case has been decided favorable.'
' No. 3. He stands as a rejected candidate, and the regulations and decisions of
the Grand Lodge leave all such cases in possession of the lodge acting upon the
petition. I therefore answer that Mr. Taylor's case is exclusively the property of
your lodge.'
' No. 4. None. His status is that of a rejected candidate.' "
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The case had been the subject of correspondence with the Grand Master of Indi-
ana, who, we should judge, took rather a languid interest in it, and at last writing
the papers had been lost. A letter from the Master of Bloomington Lodge, U. D.,
stated that at the time the petition was pending they knew nothing of his having
applied to any other Lodge, and believed him to be a resident of their State, as he
was, and still is, engaged in business in Bloomington ; and that they had acted in
good faith, without the slightest intention of violating the rules of jurisdiction.
We see no reason why the first question asked by the Master of Eureka Lodge,
should have been relegated to any Grand Lodge to settle. Made in a lodge which
all parties recognize as a lawful body, there can be no question but that he is a
legally made Mason. He is no longer Mister^T ay'Lok, nor is his status simply that
of a rejected candidate. He was a rejected candidate, but was subsequently made
a Mason, and though the whole world should combine to ignore that fact, it would
be a fact still. Moreover, he has become as fully possessed of Masonic rights a? if
he had been accepted and made in Eureka Lodge, and in our opinion, those rights
are not subject to alienation by edict, either of Grand Master or Grand Lodge. How
he became possessed of those rights is a legitimate question. - If it should be found
that he came into possession of them through deceit and misrepresentation, the lodge
before which the question is tried should expel him from the Fraternity, and thus
deprive him — in the only manner in which it can be lawfully done — of what he had
wrongfully, but nevertheless completely, obtained.
The Grand Master submitted nine decisions, none of which touch any new
points. We copy three, as indicating the practice in Delaware on the points to which
they refer :
" I. When a brother is suspended (or dropped) for non-payment of dues, pay-
ment of the same reinstates without a vote of the lodge."
" 3. Declaring a lodge at 'ease instead of calling off,' is not unmasonic."
" 6. A summons without the Master's signature and seal of the lodge attached is
not legal."
The Grand Secretary's report mentions the appointment, by the Grand Master, of
M. W. Gkorge E. Lounsbury, as Representative near the Grand Lodge of
Illinois.
One case of appeal came before the Grand Lodge.
The Committee on Foreign Correspondence made a special report on the Franco-
Louisiana difficulty, and recommended that intercourse with the Grand Orient be
interdicted. This was finally agreed to, but only after a long discussion and an in-
effectual attempt to amend by submitting a solemn protest for a declaration of non-
intercourse.
The Grand Lodges of Utah and (Quebec were recognized ; and action was taken
looking to the establishment of a Grand Charity Fund.
John P. Allmond, Grand Master ; Willi.a.m S. Hayes, Grand Secretary, both
of Wilmington, were re-elected.
A permanent Committee on Work was appointed, with authority to determine and
establish the Work, visit and instruct lodges ; or hold lodges of instruction ; hut the
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resolution provides " that the Work so established shall be restricted to the essentials
only.''''
Delaware no longer hides her light under a bushel, but puts herself en rapport
with the outside world by a report from her Committee on Correspondence. The
report (p. ii6) is from the pen of Bro. George W. Chaytor, and is a sprightly
and interesting review of the proceedings of forty-four American Grand Lodges.
Copying Grand Master Hawley's remarks relative to the difficulty of preventing the
multiplication of lodges where the building up of. new towns and cities changes the
business centres from one part of the country to another, he says :
" This jurisdiction is not the only one among our Western Sister Grand Lodges
that indulge in the issuing of dispensations for lodges. We notice that some with
much less solid basis have granted a greater number. That new lodges are a matter
of necessity more particularly in our growing States we admit, but we also know
that weak and ill-supported lodges are more of a curse than a blessing, and in our
humble judgment, some means should be devised to root out this evil. If the busi-
ness centres change and members change with the business, would it not be more
advisable to remove the lodge than to make a new one."
Many factors come in, frequently, when a lodge is once established, to complicate
the problem, and render the brother's suggestions impracticable.
The Illinois decision that a brother's objection to the advancement of a candidate
ceases upon his dimission or expulsion from the lodge, leads Brother Chaytor to
say:
" Objections should never be received against E. A. or F. C. — if any member of
the lodge has ought against the advancement of either, let him prefer proper charges.
The candidate for advancement is a Mason, and being a Mason he is entitled to the
considerations and protections accorded to Masons."
Which shows that his head and heart are both properly " located." He enforces
the same idea at length in his notice of Louisiana ; has always been led to believe
that a Warden — unless he be a Past Master — could simply congregate his lodge, in
the absence of the Master, after which it was obligatory for him to call a Past Master
to the chair, if one be present, and says such is the custom in Delaware now, and
that such formerly was the law, of which we may say that in his present position he
will have an opportunity to observe that it is almost universally held, that in the
absence of the Master, the Wardens — according to their i-ank — succeed to all his
powers and duties without reference to Past Masters, or to the so-called Past Mas-
ter's degree ; holds that a vote to grant a dimit can be reconsidered if the dimit has
not been delivered, while we are of opinion the vote severs the connection of the
brother with the lodge, and that whether it be the next minute or the next year, he
can become affiliated again only on petition and election ; correctly holds that a
brother may affiliate with any lodge he chooses, whether it be nearest his residence
or not ; that a brother who has had the misfortune to lose most of his right hand,
is not thereby rendered ineligible to the office of Master ; shows the fallacy of the
claim that a so-called virtual Past Master can qualify a Master elect ; doubts the
propriety of a Master presiding in any matter in which he has a personal interest ;
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and thus lets daylight through the new-fangled notion that a lodge must be reim-
bursed for expenses incurred in caring for and burying a destitute sojourner :
" It appears to us that of late years a new' construction has been given to the old-
fashioned idea of Masonic charity. Thirty years ago you could not have found a
lodge that would have thought of asking pay for its good deeds. They acted upon
the principle that a Mason's charity was co-extensive with the fraternity. But of
late it seems to be circumscribed by the narrow limits of dollars and cents. Let us
take this case as an example. The brother was destitute, he died, the lodge buried
him. Before his death, we presume, he stated from whence he came, and to what
lodge he belonged. Now, let us suppose that he had not belonged to any jurisdic-
tion— non-affiliated — would they have buried him ? We cannot say they would not,
for we believe they would. In which case how would they have been repaid for the
funeral expenses ? By the consciousness of having done their duty, of Having
administered to the wants of a brother in distress, comforting him in his hour of need,
and placing him decently in ground. This should have cancelled every demand.
If the proud and pleasant thoughts that we have done our whole duty to one in
need — particularly one of our own household — should be sufficient incentive, any
thought of, or demand for re-payment, in such a case as here reported, or anv other
act of charity, we are old fo^y enough to think it is not Masonry — at least as we
understand it."
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DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA.
This volume opens with the record of a special communication held Feb. 26. 1S74,
to dedicate the new Masonic Hall at Brightwood. Grand Master St-Wskury deliv-
ered a brief address.
Semi-annual communication May 13, 1874.
A communication was received from the Grand Lodge of Odd Fellows of the
District, embracing a report adopted by that body, on the subject of "mixed funer-
als," called out by the action of the Grand Lodge of Masons, which we noticed last
year. The Grand Lodge then declared, " That in the burial of a deceased brother
by a Masonic lodge, or the performance of other Masonic labor in public, the control
of the Lodge must be absolute, and that while the lodge is exercising that control,
no non-Masonic organization shall be permitted to participate."
The conclusions of the Grand Lodge of Odd Fellows are thus summed up :
"Resolved, That on the death of a member in good standing of an Odd Fellows'
Lodge, it is the right and duty of his lodge to bury him with the forms and cere-
monies peculiar to Odd Fellowship."
"Resolved, That this right is derived from the act of the brother himself in becom-
ing a member, and this duty from the imperative command of our Order ' to bury
the dead.' "
"Resolved, That this Grand Lodge recognizes the fact that other organizations
may have derived a similar right from the act of the brother in connecting himself
with them.'"
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"Resolved, That when the deceased was a member of other organizations as well
as of our own, the Odd FelIo\*s of this jurisdiction will concede to the others and
demand for themselves their due proportion of pall-bearers and of emblems and
regalia on the coffin."
"Resolved, That the Odd Fellows of this jurisdiction will, in the burial of their
dead, yield to others and take for themselves precedence according to the position
attained by the deceased in their own or other organizations."
The i-eport was " received as information."
The position taken by the Grand Lodge of the District of Columbia on this ques-
tion is so clearly right and has been so generally commended by the Fraternity
throughout the country, that there is no fear that it will recede from it. A motion
to rescind, and permit masters of lodges to use their own discretion, as heretofore,
in allowing other bodies to participate in the funeral service, went to the table.
The following, the first offered as a standing resolution, the second as a constitu-
tional amendment, went to the Committee on Jurisprudence :
"Resolved, That when charges have been preferred against a brother in a consti-
tuent lodge, and the charges shall have been investigated in manner provided by the
Constitution of this Grand Lodge, and the brother acquitted of the charges, he
shall not again be put upon a trial tinless charges shall be regularly preferred against
him.''''
" When a brother has been tried and convicted and expelled, the lodge shall try
him a second time, if it should at any tiAe appear that newly-discovered evidence
would work an acquittal.''
Annual communication November 1 1 , 1 874.
The address of Grand Master Stansbury is in the excellent style of which he
has so often proved himself master.
The ranks of their active membership had been unbroken by death during the
year, but —
"A place is indeed vacant, once occupied by a trusted and honored member of
our fraternity, now a detected and banished outcast from our brotherhood. How
bitter must be the remorse with which he looks back to the kindly associations
which clustered about his life among us as long as we believed him good and true,
and reflects upon the empty nothingness for which he threw away those priceless
treasures — virtue, reputation, home and friends. I will not place his name on
record here, but
" leave him to Heaven,
And to those thorns that in his bosom lodge
To prick and sting him."
He refers to the defection of the Marquis of RiPON, late Grand Master of Masons
of England, and his perversion to the Romish faith, as an event which had caused
universal mortification and regret among the Fraternity. He says:
" The announcement by the Marquis of his resignation of the high Masonic office
which he held, was made in the Grand Lodge of England, at a special meeting held
September 2, and was received with dismay and sorrow, but with a dignity and
reserve which reflect the highest honor upon that body. There was no questioning
of the motives which impelled him to an act so unexpected and unprecedented. The
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. ' XXXVII
past services and established character of the Grand Master were regarded as a suffi-
cient guarantee that the reasons upon which he acted must have been not only cogent
but imperative, in his own estimation, and nothing but respectful and affectionate
regret was manifested in the proceedings by which his resignation was accepted."
" I confess that I was charmed with this exhibition of gentlemanly forbearance
and self-control, under circumstances which, viewed in their true relations and
consequences, might not unnaturally have led to the expression of indignation and
reproach. Those sentiments were aroused in the hearts of many Masons of our own
jurisdiction when the unhappy tidings were received, and some were disposed to
regret the honors with which our Grand Lodge had received the Marquis during his
sojourn in our jurisdiction. I do not share in this feeling. The honors we paid
were rendered to the Grand Master of Masons of England, not to the individual
who happened to hold the office. Our declared purpose was to express our fraternal
feeling for our brethren of Great Britain by the reception given to their Chief Officer,
and no subsequent act of his can change that motive, or alter the character of the
acts which sprung from it."
He truly says that the Fraternity is too firmly grounded in the principles and
needs of human nature to be shaken by the defection of any one man, however high
his Masonic position or social rank, and as between the Fraternity and the late Grand
Master of England, he would regard the latter as the more proper object of com-
miseration.
He reports a state of general prosperity and efficiency among the lodges.
Under the head of " Limitation of Objection " the Grand Master reported a case
which subsequently occupied largely the attention of the Grand Lodge, and which
has evidently given rise U> some feeling.
Something over five years before, Mr. P. jipplied for the degrees in Lebanon
Lodge and was elected, but an objection was entered, and he was not initiated.
We give the record of Lebanon Lodge so far as it refers to his election, and
after —
"February 19, 1869. The committee on the petition of Mr. P. for the degrees'
made a favorable report, when he was balloted for and elected to receive the E. A-
degree.
April 15, 1870. Bro John Brown stated that as a protest had been entered
against Mr. P. receiving the E. A. degree after he had been elected, he moved that
an appropriation of ten dollars be made for his benefit, which was agreed to."
In February, 1874, the Master of Stansbury Lodge, wherein the petition of Mr.
P. for the degrees was then pending, reported these facts to the Grand Master, and
also that Lebanon Lodge still claimed jurisdiction over him, and asked a decision.
He subsequently communicated to the Grand Master the following letter received
by him from the Secretary of Lebanon Lodge ;
" In reply to yours of the 6th ultimo, I have to inform you that the case of Mr.
P. was referred to a committee March 20th, by the lodge, to ascertain if the name of
the brother protesting against his advancement could not be found."
" The committee reported April 2d, that the name, date, and nature of the protest
could not be found among the records or papers. The fact only that a protest had
been entered appeared."
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" vSubsequently to the report of tlie committee, Brother T- W. publicly, in the
presence of the lodge, entered a protest against Mr. P. receiving the degrees of Ma-
sonry in Lebanon Lodge."
Upon this state of facts the Grand Master decided :
1 "That as Mr. P. is not now a petitioner to Lebanon Lodge, he is not now open
to objection in that lodge.
2 " That if Mr. P. had been rejected in Lebanon Lodge, and his fee returned, he
would have been at liberty to apply to any other lodge for the degrees, and any lodge
would have been at liberty to receive and act upon his petition, provided it was ac-
companied by the recommendation of seven members of Lebanon, including the first
three officers of the lodge.
3. " While the objection stood againat Mr. P. in Lebanon Lodge, I should regard
him as in the position of a rejected applicant, and require the same course to be
pursued as in the case of a rejected applicant.
4. " But if no record is kept of the name of the objector, the olijection cannot
stand forever against the applicant. Our Grand Lodge resolution contemplates the
lapse of an objection by the cessation of the membership of the objector in the
lodge, and it is a clear inference that the lodge is bound to keep a record of the
name of the objecting brother, in order that if, by his dimission, the objection should
fall, the applicant may have the benefit of it and again ask for the degrees.
5. " If five years after the objection is made, the original objector cannot be
found, I think we do no more than justice in assuming that the objection has fallen.
The applicant then ceases to be in the position of a rejected petitioner, and any
lodge is free to receive and consider his petition.
" But while you may receive and consider his petition, you cannot overlook the
fact that a member in good standing iii the Order, has objections to his receiving the
degrees. This fact must put you upon inquiry, and calls for a careful examination
into the fitness of the applicant to become a member of our Fraternity."
\\\ reporting this decision to the Grand Lodge, the Grand Master said :
" I think it must be admitted that an objection is not the equivalent of a black
ball. It may be merely a request for further time for investigation — an intimation
of a suspended judgment as to the fitness of the candidate to receive the degree.
That it may, under certain circumstances, become null and void, without the action
of the objector, has deen decided by a solemn resolution of this Grand Lodge. The
mere cessation of the membership of the objector nullifies the objection, and the
candidate is again entitled to receive the degree.
Let us suppose that in this case the objector was known to have resigned his mem-
bership in Lebanon Lodge, what then would have been the position of Mr. P.? He
would have been a profane with no petition pending in any lodge, with no existing
objection to his receiving the degrees, and with no Masonic work begun upon him.
He could apply nowhere without a new petition and a new fee, and a reference to a
new committee of investigation. Under these circumstances, I believe that he would
be at perfect liberty to apply to any lodge, and any lodge could properly receive and
consider his petition.
The only question remaining is, whether an objection the nature of which is not
known, nor the objector, is to stand forever in the way of a profane desirous of join-
ing the Fraternity ; and, if not forever, then what is the reasonable limit of time
after which such an unknown and unfathered objection should become inoperative as
a bar to the reception of the degrees ? ,,
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I think this question is one fairly within the discretion of the Grand Master, upon
consideration of the circumstances of each case. His function here is judicial.
He is to decide under the high obligations which rest upon him, to do impartial jus-
tice to all parties before him, what in his judgment is a reasonable time for an anony-
mous and unexplained objection to so far spend its force as to allow a new inquiry
into the character of a candidate for Masonry. I decided that five years was a rea-
sonable time, and that Mr. P. might again ask the Fraternity to inquire whether or
not he was a fit person to be admitted into its ranks.
As to the question of property in the candidate, the return of the fee to an elected
candidate was a deliberate relinquishment of it by the lodge.
If, the very next day, the objection had been withdrawn, Mr. P. could only have
come before that lodge, as before any other lodge, by a new petition and fee, just as
any other profane would have to do. Had the lodge given him a single degree, or
begun to give him one, the case would have been quite different. It would then
have fallen within the ancient prohibition in reference to finishing the work begun
by another. But no work had been begun upon this applicant. He had never
entered the Masonic Lodge or come under the hands of the workman. The mere
inspection of a rough ashlar to see whether it is fit to have work commenced upon
it or not, is nothing more than an examination ; it is not work. The ashlar here
was inspected and passed by without hammer or chisel being uplifted, or a work-
man's mark impressed upon it."
A petition from Lebanon Lodge, which had unanimously protested against the
initiation of Mr. P. in Stansbury Lodge, asked to have the case referred to the Com-
mittee on Jurisprudence, which was done.
At a subsequent communication this committee submitted majority and minority
reports. From the former, submitted by Bros. Mackey and Di)NALDSON, we
quote :
" The first question to be determined is as to the Masonic status of Mr. P. at the '
time that he applied to Stansbury Lodge. Was he a rejected applicant of Lebanon
Lodge, or a candidate who had been elected but whose initiation had been objected
to?
That he was not a rejected applicant is shown from the records of Lebanon
Lodge, which state that lie was elected to receive the E. A. Degree on the 19th of
February, 1869. The theory that, as the fee had been returned to him, he was
considered by the lodge as a rejected applicant, cannot for a moment be entertained.
In the first place, the fee was not returned to him, but three months after his election
ten dollars was appropriated for his benefit. The wording of the resolution making
this appropriation seems to show that the lodge was careful not to admit that it was
a fee returned. Yet, impressed with the injustice of retaining his money while the
probability of his receiving a degree was very doubtful, the lodge resolved not to
return his fee — for this it could only do to a rejected applicant — but to make an
appropriation for his benefit to the same amount. A fee is returned to a rejected
applicant, not by a vote of the lodge making an appropriation for his benefit three
months afterwards, but on the day after his rejection and as a matter of course. Mr.
P. not being in the status of a rejected candidate, it is unnecessary and improper
to apply the law governing rejections to his case.
But it is incontrovertible that Mr. P. was, when he applied to Stansbury Lodge,
in the position of an elected candidate of Lebanon, objection to whose progress had
been made by a member. The record so states, and we have no right to go beyond
it, or to attempt to invalidate it by any presumptions or inferences. The record of
Lebanon Lodge says that he was elected and then oljjected to, and so the fact must
stand.
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The law in reference to elected candidates who have been objected to, is to be
found in the constitution of the Grand Lodge. It is also contained in a standing
resolution adopted January ii, 1871. This provides, ' that when an applicant has
been elected to receive the degrees in a lodge, and an objection is entered to his re-
ceiving them by a member, the degrees shall not be conferred upon him so long as
the objection shall remain.' Now, the law further prescribes that the objection shall
remain in force so long as the objecting brother 'remains a member of the lodge ;
and on his ceasing to be a member the objection falls, and if nor renewed by some
other member, the applicant is entitled to have the degrees conferred upon him.
But, by whom are they to be conferred ? Certainly not by any other lodge, but l>y
the lodge in which he was elected, and where the objection has been made. It is
impossible to give any other construction to the language of the standing resolution.
It speaks of the candidate being elected in 'a lodge;' of an objection being made by
a member of ' the lodge ;' of the objector's ceasing to be a member of ' the lodge ;'
and of the candidate's being then permitted to receive the degrees unless the objec-
tion is renewed by a member of ' the lodge.' There is not the slightest allusion to
the interference of any other lodge. The candidate, being objected to, remains
under the jurisdiction of the lodge until the objection is removed, and then he comes
forward to claim that initiation which has been postponed by the interposition of the
objection.
Applying these general principles to the case presented, the committee have been
constrained to come to the following conclusion :
From the moment of his election to receive the E. A. Degree, Mr. P. came under
the jurisdiction of Lebanon, and so continued, and should have always continued.
The interposition and acceptance of the objection was an exercise of that jurisdic-
tion. No other lodge had a right to invade that jurisdiction ; and if the candidate
ever was to receive the degree, it must have been in Lebanon Lodge, or in some
other lodge by its consent, officially signified. Stansbury Lodge, therefore, was
wrong in conferring the degree on an elected candidate of Lebanon Lodge ; but its
error is excusable, inasmuch as it acted under a decision of the Grand Master."
The minority report, by Bro. Joseph Daniels, sustains the position taken by the
Grand Master and makes substantially the same points, bringing one of them out in
a stronger light, however, thus :
" We find Mr. P. an elected, not a rejected, applicant for the degrees in Lebanon
Lod^e ; but before the work is begun an objection is made to his advancement."
" Now the question is, shall he forever be deprived of the degrees in this or any
other lodge after having been found worthy, when, if he had been found unworthy
and rejected, he could have applied elsewhere after the lapse of six months or a
year."
Illinois has answered this general question in the negative by providing that an
objection shall stand as a bar against the candidate for the term of one year, unless
sooner withdrawn by the objector, the same period a rejected petitioner is required
to wait before renewing his application.
The majority report was finally agreed to, but resolutions reported with it, togethej-
with a substitute for them, were referred back to the committee, and suppressed in
the printed proceedings.
Returning to the Grand Master's address : Many will share his feelings as to the
result of their action on the subject of "Mixed Funerals," of which he says:
" The report of the committee to which this subject was referred at our last annual
meeting, which was adopted at the January communication, had met with a favorable
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response from almost every quarter. It is evidently in harmony with the general
sentiment of the Fraternity, and with its almost universal practice. If the effect of
it shall be, as seems quite probable, to diminish the number of Masonic funerals, to
keep our Fraternity more secluded from public view, and prevent its' being con-
founded with the numerous recent associations which have copied its clothing and
public ceremonies, I shall regard the result as a proper subject of congratulation."
He again commends the Masonic Mutual Relief Association to the favor of the
Craft, and with greater earnestness than before on account of the improved method
of conducting its affairs, resulting from the defalcation of its secretary, and the loss,
by his dishonesty, of more than four thousand dollars of its funds.
The St. John's Mite Association had expended nearly six hundred dollars on home
charity, and over five hundred dollars was contributed by the Lodges to the Louisiana
sufferers.
The Grand Master again urges the preparation of a complete history of Masonry in
the jurisdiction whose Grand Lodge has been associated with many events of national
interest and importance. He says it is not generally known, for exampJe, that it
took the initiative in the establishment of the magnetic meridian at the city of Wash-
ington. The Grand Lodge authorized the appointment of a Historian.
The library is getting on promisingly, containing 1,640 bound volumes.
Isaac L. Johnson, of Washington, was elected Grand Master; William A.
Ya-TES, Washington, re-elected Grand Secretary.
At the Installation communication, held December 28th, 1874, Grand Master
Johnson delivered a brief address, and also announced the death of the Rev. J. N.
Coombs, formerly Grand Chaplain.
Stated communication January 13, 1875.
The Committee on Jurisprudence reported on the following resolution, referred to
them at the annual communication :
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Resolved. That hereafter no dimit shall be granted by any lodge within this juris-
diction, except upon application from the lodge with .which the member with-
drawing desires to affiliate, and not then when there exists an untried imputation,
either for unmasonic conduct or violation of the laws of the land, or when he is not
clear from the books of the lodge.
The committee say :
" The right of dimission is an inherent right incidental to the voluntary character
of the Masonic Institution. Every Mason enters the Order by his free will, and if
he be not permitted to exercise the same will in relation to his continuance in it, the
lodge becomes to him a prison. A member thus retained against his will must
cease to be of any value.
" There can, it is true, be no doubt that it is a Masonic duty that every Mason
should belong to a lodge. A Mason, therefore, who withdraws from his lodge, with
no intention to join another, violates his Masonic duty. But for this offense a pun-
ishment has been prescribed. He thus becomes an unaffiliated Mason, and subject to
all the disabilities consequent on non-affiliation. This is as far as the voluntary
nature of the Institution permits us to go."
" The old law of dimits is plain, and has always worked well. The proposed
resolution would be productive of inextricable confusion in the administration of the
law, and hence your committee recommend that it be not adopted."
The Grand Lodge concurred.
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The Committee on Jurisprudence disagreed on the resolution referred at the semi-
annual communication, the last line of which we italicized. Bros. Donaldson and
Daniels submitted a strong adverse report, in the course of which they say :
" A proposition to pour out the vials of wrath upon an offending man simply be-
cause he is a Mason — for nowhere else would the doctrine be thought of for a mo
ment — by following him with a never-ending succession of charges and trials for
the same off^ense — for such is the office of this resolution — is a proposition so mon-
strous in itself, so ruinous and degrading in its tendency, and so utterly regardless
and destructive of the natural rights of every man and Mason, that it carries upon
its face its own condemnation. It is eniphatically saying if a Mason is charged
with an offense it is conclusive evidence of his guilt, and you may follow him
throughout his whole life and to the ends of the earth with charges and Masonic
trials, until you send him down to the grave covered with obloquy, shame, and dis-
grace, when by the judgment of his peers he is an hundred times pronounced to
be as mnocent as a new-born babe — provided always that you can find a man in the
Fraternity base enough to renew the charge, and who shall say you cannot. No
human institution can have a membership entirely free from the frailties of humanity,
else there would be no need of laws in Masonry to protect the innocent and punish
the guilty. To say that there might not be a single case where the ends of justice
might be defeated, would be to declare that man is divine, and not human ; but this
is a rule to which an exception cannot be allowed, for if you once open the door
the exception becomes the rule, and there is no place where you can stop, so long
as any man may say that had other evidence been produced, which is now at hand, the
offender might have been punished ; hence the well-settled maxim of the common
law — that no man shall be twice put in jeopardy, either in life or limb, for the same
offense, for it is better that ninety-nine guilty men should go unpunished than that
one innocent man should suffer."
In conclusion the committee recommended the adoption of the following :
"J^solved, That a brother, after having been acquitted, cannot be tried the second
time 'for the same offense on the ground of newly-discovered or newly-produced
evidence, or on any ground whatever."
Bro. Mackay made no report, though dissenting from the conclusions of the
committee, on this as well as on the other resolution referred at the same time. Of
this resolution the same majority of the committee say :
" The undersigned cannot give their assent to the second trial of a brother for the
same offense, whether he be convicted or acquitted, for the reason that if you open
the door for second trials in Masonic Lodges for the same offense, no matter on what
pretext, there is no place where you can stop.
If the brother has been wrongfully convicted, and it can be made to appear beyond
a question, it is within the province and power of the Grand Lodge to exercise the
same clemency towards the injured party that the Executive of a State or of the
United States might do under the same circumstances, thus aff'ording the injured
party ample relief without the intervention of a trial, with all the vexations and
uncertainties necessarily incident thereto."
It was ordered that the two resolutions be made a special order at the May Com-
munication.
W. R. Singleton was appointed Historian, which means that the history of Ma-
sonry in the District will be thoroughly and conscientiously written.
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liro. Singleton again presents the Report on Correspondence (p. 212), reviewing
in a iiighly interesting manner the proceedings of forty-one American Grand Lodges
and the Grand Lodge of England ; and sighing for more worlds to conquer, adds a
notice of the Supreme Council, Southern Jurisdiction, A. A. S. Rite.
Illinois receives extended notice. It seems that we did not correctly state his posi-
tion when we said that he held that the Deputy Grand Master should be the appointee
of the Grand Master. We mferred that from his remark that the practice of elect-
ing that officer was a modern one. His position is that in this country there is no
necessity for a Deputy Grand Master.
Quoting our remarks on a proposition to convert the Grand Lodge of Kansas into
a life insurance bureau, he says :
" Brother Robbins, we are glad to see, agrees entirely with us. Masonry is a
l)enevolen^ not a benificiary or health assurance company. We admire the modern
societies for that very purpose, and wish there were so many more that every man
worthy of it would belong to one or more of them; but they are not ' Masonic'
That institution, in its principles, is as far above them all as Heaven-born principles
are above the sordid, grovelling ideas of earth, which are earthy."
In our notice of Kentucky, in 1873, we had occasion to refer to the assumed right
of the so-called Scottish Rite bodies, to confer the degrees of Masonry, viz : En -
tered Apprentice, Fellow Craft, and Master Mason. Quoting our remarks, our
brother observes :
" When brethren entirely i'Tnoranl of subjects endeavor to discuss them there is
invariably an exhibition of weakness. Brother RoBBiNS is entirely mistaken in his
views, and Brother McCoRKLE correct. ' Pseudo Masonic bodies,' forsooth. Take
the world of Masonry and we find the York Rite in such a minority that the high
tone of some would cause them to have a severe tumble.
We yield to no other Mason in our fealty to the English working Lodges, (we
will not say York Rite, for Pennsylvania alone can claim that.) Yet ^fiat justitia
mat caelum.^ "
We quote further on this subject, from the remarks with which Bro. SiNGLETON
prefaces his notice of the " allocution " of Bro. Albert Pike :
" Some of our Committees on Foreign Correspondence deny the right or refuse to
accord to this Body and that of the Northern Jurisdiction the courtesy of being
noticed in these Reports, while their own Reports are full of reviews of the European
and other Supreme Councils and Orients, which belong to the same and other Rites
not similar to our own in the three Symbolic Degrees. In this there is great incon-
sistency, and we think that the transactions of these Bodies are as proper subjects
for our notice as of any of similar Foreign Grand Bodies who are in correspondence
with us. Because they are located within our own territory, and are composed of
B. B. who are also constituent parts of our Grand Lodges, so mUch the more should
we be watchful that they do not in their proceedings militate against the interests of
our own Rite. The argument that it is of a different Rite will not avail, because
we should be compelled to declare non-intercourse with all the other parts of the
world (including Pennsylvania) except these States and Territories thereunto be-
longing."
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" As to the cry that it is not ' Masonry,' it is simply ridiculous, from whatever
source it may emanate, and only betrays the great ignorance of those indulging in
such objections, especially when we know that these same objectors hold high posi-
tions in the Chapters, Councils, and Commanderies, and claim all three bodies to be
Masonic — the R. A. and the R. and S. having been borrowed from the A. A. S. R.,
and then altered to suit degree manufacturers; so that such frivolous objections do
not weigh onj ijta with u> whia thi good of the Craft is to be subserved, as in our
opinion it can be very materially."
" The A. A. S. R. stands upon the degrees which we work. The essentials of
these are common property ; therefore, what binds one Rite binds the other. Now,
in England, as well as in the United States, but a few years since, the Holy R. A.
was a part of, and was controlled by, the Blue Lodges, and was under the Rule of
the Grand Lodges. It has been severed from the three degrees, and merged, with
other mide-up decrees, into a distinct organization, composed entirely of those who
constitute the personnel of the Symbolic Degrees.
The degrees of the A. A. S. R., from the Fourth Degree to the Thirty-third De-
gree, must stand in the same category as the Chapter, Council, and Commandery ;
and, so far as the M. M. only knows, they may be the same as the Lodge of Perfec-
tion, Chapter, Council, and Consistory of the other Rite; hence, if he, as a M. M.,
does not complain of one as not being Masonic, he has no right to object to the
other."
The proposition that " when brethren entirely ignorant of subjects endeavor to dis-
cuss them, there is invariably an exhibition of weakness," is undoubtedly correct,
and if we felt disposed to vacate the stand-point whence we used the term " Pseudo
Masonic bodies," we suppose we might feel grateful to- our brother for making a
bridge for us, however humiliating it might be to pass over it. We are weak enough
to confess, however, that we used the term advisedly. Incidentally, one word about
Rites. The word — we mean as spelled with a capital R — ought to be banished from
our vocabulary, for it has tended more to befog the minds of Masonic students than
any other one thing. The rites of Masonry consist wholly and simply of the cere-
monials connected with the three degrees of Ancient Craft Masonry, as it comes
down to us from the brethren composing the first Grand Lodge.
Both in England and Scotland, Masonry organized itself on the plan of the Grand
Lodge, and it occupied the whole ground. No so-called Masonic Rite disputed, or
existed to dispute, with it its title to that ground. If any Body has since been formed
which possesses and administers the same Masonry as such, it is illegitimate and
clandestine. This proposition is so plain that its statement is its demonstration. In
no other way could the minds of the Craftsmen be so confused as to overlook this
vital point, than by the inculcation of the idea that somehow there existed as coeval
with Masonry, but outside of it, a something, a Rite, identical with it, but not of it,
its double, its other self. And when this pretended co-heir calls Masonry the " York
Rite," and itself the " Scottish Rite " — though the former was never properly appli-
cable to anything in Pennsylvania, or even in England, and the latter has been repudi-
ated by the Grand Lodge of Scotland as none of its bantlings — Masons who neither read
much nor think deeply are apt to get confused, and to forget that like Knight Temp-
larism and the Chapter degrees, the so-called Scottish Rite is simply superimposed
upon Masonry but is not a part of it. So much for this mischievous and mislead-
ing word Rite.
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This, however, leads us directly to our brother's remark, that "the cry that it
(A. A. S. R.) is not Masonry, betrays the ignorance of those indulging in such ob-
jections," because "these same objectors hold high positions in Chapters, Councils
and Commanderies, and claim all three to be Masonic."
Now, although we have membership in th-e three bodies named, and enjoy it for
the opportunities it affords of meeting socially a host of good Masons, we do not
lose sight of the fact that they are not a part of legitimate Masonry. They are
simply societies made up of those who were Masons before they entered them, and
whose founders agreed that the possession of the degrees of Masonry should be a
pre-requisite to admission to them. If a dozen of us, all Masons, should meet to-
morrow and institute a new society, or order, making the same conditions as to mem-
bership, and styling our association Masonic — and such things are being done — would
our new manufacture be entitled to be considered a part of Masonry? Should
we not be simply a " Pseudo Masonic body ?" Would our bantling be anything more
or less than that if it was a century old, instead of a day ? Yet this is just what did
occur when all these bodies were formed, and with all of them it occurred subse-
quent to the time when the landmarks fixing the metes and bounds of true Masonry
had been fully recognized.
In saying this, we do not overlook our brother's remark that now in England,
and only recently in the United States, the Royal Arch Degree was a part of and
and was controlled by the lodges, and was under the rule of the Grand Lodge. But
the Royal Arch Degree is not Masonry. Like the rest, it has been superimposed
upon it. It was the invention of the self-styled " Ancients " after their secession, a
body which became strong enough before the two bodies were again united, to force
its recognition upon the legitimate Grand Lodge of England, as the price of union.
Under the head of New York, Bro. Singleton asks, " why is the A. A. S. R.
more obnoxious than the other Orders above the Master Mason's Degree?" Aside
from the fact that more than they it is responsible for the vagaries that tend to
bring ridicule upon Masonry — such as the so-called " Masonic Baptism " which
led us into this discussion — we know of but one reason, but that is a sufficient one :
It alone persists in a claim inconsistent with loyalty to the fundamental law of Ma-
sonry— " the right through their various subordinate bodies, to confer all the degrees
of their Rite, including those of Entered Apprentice, Fellow Craft and Master
Mason," in jurisdictions already occupied by regular Grand Lodges.
Admit this claim, and the whole doctrine of Grand Lodge jurisdiction and sover-
eignty vanishes , and so long as the Supreme Councils assume that they ever did
or ever could acquire a shadow of a right to control or propagate symbolic Masonry
within the territory of a regular Grand Lodge, so long will they be regarded with
suspicion. Here is where the A. A. S. R. touches Masonry as neither Chapter,
Council nor Commandery touch it, and there is no need to look further for reasons
to account for the fact that it stands differently in the minds of the Craftsmen.
There are profounder questions underlying this whole matter, but we do not
choose to discuss them now. Suffice it to say, so long as these -bodies 'do not touch
Masonry, we are contented to let them enjoy their right to do as they please ; but
when a part begins to patronize the whole, and talks of waiving rights it never pos-
sessed, nor could possess, it becomes a fit subject for ridicule.
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Bro. Singleton's Masonic life dates back far enough to have seen many changes,
and his reports have an added interest from his frequent references to usages once
prevailing, but now well-nigh obsolete. Reviewing New Hampshire, he says:
"It is a very modern usage indeed by. which lodges are now compelled to close
their Communications on the day fixed in the By-laws, and dates since the Balti-
more Convention, 1843.
Previous to that time it was almost the universal custom, if the regular business
was not concluded at one session, to ' call off' to another day, and this was consid-
ered the stated Communication ; and we can see no reason why such subsequent
sessions are not as legal as those of the Grand Lodges, which in nearly every Juris-
diction continue their sessions from day to day.
The change, we will remark grew out of abuses, and we doubt not Grand Lodges
'did a good thing when, as they certainly had the power, if not the right, they made
this rigid law. But, in doing so, they at once invaded the rights of all W. Masters
who, under the usages of all time, were the sole judges as to what form the termin-
ation of a session should take. As to the right in the matter there may be some
question ; but that is settled in one point, viz.: that every Master is bound by his
obligation of office to obey the dictum of the G. Lodge, and close his Lodge at
every session, when the G. L. itself does not set the example. That, however, is
not essential, because no abuses can arise from the custom in G. L., when great
abuses grew out of the old practice. If all Masons were pure in their motives, and
looked, as they always should, more to the interests and advancement of the Fra-
ternity than to their own ambitious motives, the pet schemes, or the forcing of some
friend upon the institution, then we should most earnestly insist upon a return to the
primitive method of re-depositing the power of ' closing, or ' calling off' to the W.
M., where it masonically belongs. Under the present state of our affairs, we consent
to the G. L. enactments, and cheerfully submit to the inconveniences growing out of
it. We have known the grossest abuses to exist, arising from the old custom, which,
about the years 1840 to 1843, were nearly sufficient to crush the Institution, and
were the subjects of constant complaint in all of our Grand Lodges."
The results of the proneness of Grand Lodges to embark in enterprises outside of
their legitimate sphere, have not escaped his observation, as the following shows :
" One of the important matters referred to is St. John's College, (North Carolina,)
now by the act of the preceding Grand Lodge converted tnto an orphan asylum ;
and we judge by the remarks of the Grand Master that they have only shifted the
burden from the right shoulder to the left, and it will be as hard to carry there as
before — nous verrons.
Masonic colleges and orphan asylums are very expensive luxuries, as it has been
found out much to the cost'of all Grand Lodges that have heretofore indulged in
them to any extent. The money expended in grounds, buildings, etc., etc., could be
of tenfold more benefit if distributed in various sections to carry out the purposes of
education and protection to orphans in institutions already provided by the State or
benevolent societies, whose object is to provide for this class, and calling to their aid
the resources of the whole community. Should there be orphans in our jurisdiction
for the Fraternity to protect and educate, how much less it would cost to board them
in one of our well-established asylums than to undertake to run such a concern on
our own account ; that is the way we look at it."
Bro. Singleton has always believed that when a case comes before the Grand
Lodge on appeal, it is simply a matter of review, and that if there is error the case
should be remanded ; with which we agree if it be error of procedure, but if it be
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. XLVII
error in the judgment, the Grand Lodge should decide the case, and its power
to do so is ample under the landmark : repeats the suggestive remark of a visitor
from Pennsylvania, that in that State " there had never been a Grand Lecturer, and
never any change in the work," which is supplemented by his own experience, he
having known more changes made by the Grand Lecturer than by any others, in
their rituals ; says the Past Master's degree was invented by Lawrence Dermott,
of the secedi-ng Grand Lodge of England, and would be glad to see it altogether
abolished ; thinks the Grand Master is as amenable to his own lodge for offenses as
if he had never risen above a private member, but fails to tell us how the lodge
would proceed if the Grand Master took it into his head to say no; says what he
calls the " York Rite " was copied from the Egyptian initiation, which, we submit,
is drawing it pretty strong for this late day ; thinks an adequate salary attached to
the office of Grand *Master would soon become an inducement for men of venal
character to electioneer for that position, and that in a few years Masonry would
become nothing but a stench in the nostrils of good men ; never could see, nor
could we, how there could be two opinions on the point that where an appeal
from the action of a lodge, suspending, carne regularly up to the Grand Lodge, and
the decision of the constituent lodge was reversed, of course the suspended brother
must be restored '■'■to all of the rights that he had previous to thetrial,^^ nor can we see,
as he can, any more room for question if the judgment had been expulsion instead
of suspension ; has never given his consent to the " modern innovation '' of ballot-
ing for the three degrees at once, which leads us to remark that " modern innova-
tion " is rather rich as applied to a practice that in England has existed in an
unbroken chain from the formation of the first Grand Lodge; and asks in reference
to the Virginia decision that a lodge can elect as its Master a M'ason not at the
time a member thereof, " Why not ? " We must reluctantly leave him awaiting
an answer.
FLORIDA.
The Grand Lodge met at Tallaliassee, Jan. 12, 1875.
In the opening of his brief and practical address, Grand Master Russell refers to
the catholic spirit and the restraining influence of Masonry during a period when
sectional strife, political asperity and hatred, and the bitterness of soul, growing out
of a fratricidal war had threatened to disrupt society ; thus alluding to what had
passed under his own observation :
" In many, very many instances where brethren from afar off jurisdictions, stricken
by fell disease, hearing of the life-giving, health-restoring qualities of our beautiful
sunny climate, have left fond ones and the endearments of home and c.ime hither ;
alas 1 many of them too late, and finding themselves sinking in the struggle, have
called for their stranger brethren ; then I have seen (|uietly and unostentatiously dis-
played the beautiful influences of our fraternity upon the human heart. I have seen
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our brethren minister to these afflicted ones through the days and weeks of a linger-
ing and painful illness, smooth their pillows, pour into their hearts the consolation of
fraternal love, receive their last words and wishes for safe and speedy transmission to
loved ones far away at home, and then, in mournful procession, move away to the silent
cities of our loved dead, and with our sublime service give them decent sepulture ;
thus performing work that will surely pass inspection by the unerring square. No
question: Where are you from ? What are your political sentiments? But recog-
nizing the fraternal tie — doing a brother's work. Thus have many, of our lodges
been engaged, realizing the truth, 'it is more blessed to give than to receive.'
Indeed, all over the jurisdiction the lodges are doing a good work, cultivating
brotherly-love, holding up to each other the truth that moral rectitude is the chief
essential to the Masonic character."
He had issued four dispensations for new lodges. Among those issued for other
purposes was one authorizing a lodge to confer the third degree on a brother who
had been wounded after election thereto.
Only four decisions are reported, of which the following is one :
" Question. — A brother applies for a dimit in open lodge ; it is granted, he having
paid all dues, and no other charges appearing on the books ; but the Secretary does
not make it out, nor does the brother ask for it, and goes on in attendance upon the
lodge, and participates in its work, and after the lapse of several months the question
arises, Is he a member?"
"Answer. — The actual written, signed and delivered dimit, with the seal of the
lodge affixed, alone severs the connection of the brother with the lodge. The action
of the lodge, alone, does not; therefore the borther is still a member of the lodge."
The Committee on Jurisprudence showed that the Grand Lodge had settled the
question otherwise, and on their recommendation adhered to its former ruling— that
it is the action of the lodge, and not the certificate of such action, that severs a
brother's connection therewith. Which we hold to be correct.
The death of Jacob M. Warden, the Representative of Florida near the Grand
Lodge of West Virginia, was announced.
The reports of the District Deputies confirm the Statement of the Grand Master
as to the general harmony, as does also the fact that but one case occupied the atten-
tion of the Committee on Propositions and Grievances.
Albert J. Russell, Grand Master ; DrWitt C. Dawkins, Grand Secretary,
both of Jacksonville, were re-elected.
Three charters were granted, the Grand Lodges of Quebec and Wyoming recog-
nized, and Jacksonville selected as the next place of meeting.
The Committee on Jurisprudence — the Grand Lodge concurring — reported ad-
versely on a proposition to so amend the constitution as to make Wardens of con-
stituent lodges eligible to the same relative positions in the Grand Lodge, on the
ground that the change would conflict with Anderson's Constitutions.
The Committee on Education give the following practical advice :
" We find that some of the lodges contribute directly to the support of the free
schools existing in their neighborhoods, and we deem his a most economical and
desiiable way of placing the advantages of acquiring an education within the reach
of the young who look to the lodge for such assistance. A lodge thus contributing
to the establishment of a Public School is free to send the children of the needy,
and the orphans of our deceased brethren to share in its benefits, and they thus
GRAX.D LODGE OF ILLINOIS.
often acquire a voice in its management and control. In view of the sparseness of
our population, and the difficulty of sustaining and supporting separate Masonic
schools, we earnestly recommend a generous support of the public schools, as the
most efficient way of reaching those who are dependent upon our institution for
the means of acquiring knowledge. The lodges are generally poor, and are not
able to do much if they separate themselves from the action of the people residing
near them, and they should unite \v\th them, and help, in a generous public spirit, to
promote the general welfare."
A brief report from Bro. Dawkins of the Committee on Foreign Correspondence,
states that he had received the proceedings of nearly all the Grand Lodges with
which Florida is in correspondence, and that he had completed a review of about
one-third of them when he was taken suddenly ill. and had remained so until within
a few days. He says, further:
" We do not so much regret the time and labor spent in what wc have done, as we
do our failure, under the circumstances, to discharge fully the duty assigned us ; and
we grieve of that the more, because of our shortcoming a year ago, when we
promised to do better this time. In making that promise it was, as a matter of
course, not anticipated that we would be prevented from complying therewith, by
sickness, but such is the fact : and such was its continued severity for about a month,
that our most intimate and anxious friends were not permitted to see us, and under
such affliction, we conceive that it is not to be wondered at that it did not even occur
to U.S to assign the unfinished work to other hands, and had such a thought occurred,
it might have been attended with a hope of timely recovery, but our most serious,
and not unhappy reflections were anent the never-ending yonder, whither for days
and weeks we expected to go ; but the Grand Master of us all postponed the ]">re^
emptory call, and still we are here. Again we throw ourselves upon your fraternal
indulgence, assuring you of our continued determination that nothing in our jiower
to prevent or overcome shall deter us from the discharge of any Masonic duty."
We trust our brother will soon recover his wonted strength, and that he will not
again have so valid an excuse for the absence of the report for which we always look
with such pleasurable anticipations.
GEORGIA.
The Grand Lodge met at Macon, Oct. 27, 1874.
Grand Master Irvin announces the death of Andersdn W. Redding, Past
Deputy Grand Master, and speaks in the highest terms of the character of the
deceased.
Two dispensations to open new lodges had been issued during the year.
The following tells its own story :
" In February last, soon after the publication of the Proceedings of 1873, ^
received a letter from brother Adolph Joseph, Worshipful Master of Benevolent
Lodge, No. 3, complaining of the action of the Grand Lodge expelling him, (see
report of Committee on Grievances, page 84, No. 26,) and desiring me, in the exer-
cise of my power as Grand Master, to recall the printed Proceedings and have that
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portion of the record expunged, upon the ground that such action was a mistake,
that he had never been expelled or recommended for expulsion by his lodge, and
that a great wrong had been inflicted upon him by the action of the Grand Lodge."
" The case was a novel one, and without a precedent in the annals of Masonry ;
and if his statement was true, he had been wronged. But how was I to repair the
wrong ? What power had I, as Grand Master, to set aside and declare void what
the Grand Lodge had done ? None, whatever. The Grand Lodge alone can
correct its errors. I accordingly at once issued an order suspending the brother
from his office, as Worshipful Master of Benevolent Lodge, No. 3, and instructed
that lodge to hold no Masonic intercourse with him. I, also, at the same time,
issued my order, requiring Belevolent Lodge to certify, ' as soon as the papers could
be prepared and transmitted to me, all of its proceedings had in reference to the
case of Adolph Joseph, and if any mistake had been made by the report of his
name to the Grand Lodge, or by the action of the Grand Lodge referred to, how
that mistake occurred.' "
" On receiving a certified copy from its records, and the report of a committee
showing conclusively that a grand mistakehad been made by the Grand Lodge, in
expelling a man who had never been even charged with a dereliction of Masonic
duty, and who, at the next election after its meeting, had been elected and installed
Worshipful Master of his lodge. I at once called together a constitutional number of
lodges, together with a few standing members of age and experience, including a
majority of the Committee on Masonic Jurisprudence, who assembled in Emergent
Meeting, on the fourth day of March last, and promptly restored the much wronged
brother to his rights as a Mason. I, in consequence of their action, in the presence
of the members of the Grand Lodge and here in this hall, endeavored to repair that
wrong, so far as my power lay, by restoring to him the jewel and gavel of his office,
of which I had been compelled to deprive him.'"
The Grand Master made this singular case the text for the following sound ad-
vice :
" From this unfortunate and much to be lamented case we may learn a valuable
lesson. It shows us the danger of hasty legislation. The committee who made the
report cannot account for the manner in which it occurred, except that brother
Joseph was Junior Warden of his lodge in 1873, and in his official capacity
preferred some charges upon which his lodge took action, and when the papers
came up here the names of the accuser and the accused became transposed I It
shows, also, how watchful the representatives of lodges ought to be when reports of
committees are before this body to see that no injustice is done to any one. It shows
the necessity of ' order, heaven's first law,' and that the most perfect order should
prevail in every deliberative assembly, so that each and every member may know
what is being done."
He makes a strong appeal in behalf of the Southern Masonic Female College, at
Covington, for that kind of aid which is certainly practical — patronage, which he
says is all that is now needed to make it a success.
He reports his correspondence as having been onerous in the extreme. He
says :
" I have been called upon time and again to decide and re-affirm decisions made
last year which passed the scrutiny of your Committee on Jurisprudence, and weie
adopted as edicts of this Grand Lodge. Why your Grand Master should be thus
burdened I cannot account for upon any other hypothesis than that the brethren will
not read your Proceedings, nor the Grand Constitution, nor anything else pertaining
to Masonic jurisprudence. If Masters of lodges and brethren would only consider
GRAND LODGE OF IM^INOIS.
that there are nearly three hundred lodges in this State, and over fifteen thousand
Masons, and that your Grand Master is a MERE MAN — not made of steel or india-
rubber — not wound up like a clock, to run so long as the spring holds out or the
weights retain their substance — -they certainly would have some mercy on him."
So great had been this burden, that his health had finally given way under it. He
reports but few decisions. We copy two or three that are not dependent on local
regulations :
9. "Our beautiful and impressive burial service is intended to be performed at
the grave where the body of the deceased is consigned to its last resting place. It
cannot with propriety be performed at any subsequent time, and if from any cause
it cannot be done at the time of burial it had best be let alone."
10. "As our law now stands, a dimitted or unaffiliated Mason csinnot demand as
a rigkf the ceremonies of a Masonic burial ; a member in good standing can. With
the former class, Masonic burial may be performed by the lodge if it so elects to do
so, but it is a master of favor by the lodge to accord it. If a member, it is the duty
of the lodge to accord a Masonic burial if so requested by the deceased or his
family. But a member dropped from the roll for non-payment of dues is a defaulter
to his lodge — is still subject to the jurisdiction of that lodge, cannot get back into
full fellowship except by the action of that lodge ; he is under a cloud, as a Mason,
and while so situated is under dealing by his lodge, and if he dies in that condition
cannot be hiiried with the honors of the Craft. It would be a mockery and a sham
to allow it."
11. "No prayer should be offered in a Masonic lodge but such as every brother
can, consistently with his religious convictions, respond to with a hearty ' So mote it
be ! ' The Masonic institution is not a religious institution, but it has been appro-
priately termed the handmaid of religion. Its fundamental law requires of every
one who knocks at its door for admission to expressly declare his belief in God,
Jah, Jehovah, the Mighty One who inhabiteth eternity, by whatever name He may be
called, and nothing else."
12. "As to Masonic burials, I hold that in this ceremony our Fraternity cannot
fraternize with any other. When a Masonic Lodge takes charge of the body of a
deceased brother at the grave it acts as a lodge, and performs ceremonies whose true
meaning is only known to Masons. Within the lines, on approaching the grave, no
one but Masons should pass. Under the'crossed-rods no one but Masons should go.
The body of the dead has the post of honor, and should pass first, but the brethren
should close in immediately after it, to the exclusion of all outsiders. Even the
family of the deceased is not entitled to the honor of such an escort. It is right and
proper for a lodge to take charge of the remains at the house of the deceased and
bear them to the church, mosque, or Jewish synagogue, and then surrender them up
for the purpose of having such religious rites performed as are agreeable to the
family of the deceased, or in accordance with the wishes of the brother previous to
his death. But the religious exercises should end there. On arriving at the grave,
no other ceremony should be permitted. Within the circle at the grave no one
should be allowed except the mystic brotherhood, and only such as are properly
clothed and appear as Masons."
13. " The Junior Deacon of a lodge ought to be reprimanded in open lodge
by the Worshipful Master for permitting a candidate to enter its precincts with a
concealed weapon upon his person. "
No. 9 is sensible. No. 10 of course depends on local and not on general law,
but we copy it as illustrating another phase of one's status who has been "stricken
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from the roll." No. Ii is proper, and well pat. While we agree in general with
No. 12, we think it goes too far in excluding the family of the deceased from within
the lines. If there is a technical objection to their admission, it is onh technical,
and to disregard it violates no law. The necessity for promulgating No. 13, is a
sufficient excuse for its being. We incline to the Grand Master's opinion, that such
carelessness in preparation as would ovei-look a pistol, as in this case, merits a repre-
mand to the preparing officer ; if he over-looked a howitzer, we should recommend
striking from the roll, and for a columbiad, expulsion.
The Grand Master urges the Grand Lodge to put itself on the record unmistakably
with reference to dimission. He says :
"As our law now stands we are in a ' muddle.' I still adhere to my opinions, as
expressed in my report as Chairman of Committee on Masonic Jmisprudence, in
1871, and as expressed in my address of last year, on ' the evils of dimission.'
This is a vexed question, and it must be settled. It is giving much trouble through-
out our jurisdiction. Some brethren of eminence, who write up Foreign Corres-
pondence in other jurisdictions, have taken issue with me upon opinions as expressed
last year upon this subject. I cannot believe that they learned Masonry as I learned
it. I characterized as a heresy the opinion ' that, as a man comes into our institution
of his own free will and accord, so he should be allowed to go out of it of his own
free will and accord, else he is not a free man; and if Masonry refuses this
privilege, it thereby restricts the freedom of the individual and makes him in one
sense a slave.' I call it a heresy still, as I have read no argument showing the
contrary. I reiterate and reaffirm my remarks of last year upon this question, and
hope that all who take issue with me will show some reason to the contran.-. Thus
far, no reason has been shown. We have simply the dissent of emment brethren to
the position I assumed."
We fully coincide with one of the conclusions of the Grand Master in his remarks
of the previous year to which he now refers, viz : " Once a Mason always a Mason,
until death or the judgment of the lodge cutting him off, after trial for some offense
deserving expulsion, is the only safe and the only true Masonic doctrine."
Still, unless we failed to read him aright, he at the same time held that the fact
that a brother remained unaffiliated constituted an offense deserving expulsion, and
advised that all such be cut off by the judgment of the lodges.
By all means let it be done by the judgment of the lodge if done at all, the only
way in which a Mason can lawfully be deprived of his rights ; but in our judgment
to denounce non-affiliation as an offense, is a heresy greater than that against which
the Grand Master inveighs.
The Grand Lodge endorsed all the Grand Master's deci^^ions with reservations as
to Nos. 10 and 12 only, holding in regard to the former that un unaffiliated Mason
cannot be buried with Masonic honors except upon dispensation of the Grand
Master, and that in all cases "the right of Masonic burial is in the wise discretion
of the Master of the lodge." Of No. 12, again speaking by the Committee on
Jurisprudence, the Grand Lodge says :
" We recognize as wholesome doctrine the principle enunciated, that there can be
no fraternization at Masonic burials ; but on this point we submit, as sound Masonic
usage, the fact, ' there can be no more impropriety in the lodge's attending the
religious services at the grave than at the house or the church/ And we cannot
give our sanction to the rule which would exclude the family of deceased from
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within the circle at the foot of the grave, and thus lacerate more intensely their
already wounded hearts. Such a course, we think, would tend effectually to abolish
our impressive and interesting burial service.''
The following, in which the Grand Lodge concurred, we take from the report of
the same committee :
" Rotherwood Lodge, No. 170, having removed from its place of location without
the authority of the Grand Lodge, such action was error, and the work there done
is illegal, and such can only be cured by the Masonic process of healing. In the
opinion of your committee, a lodge can only be removed by the authority of the
Grand Lodge, by which the same is created and located."
We have grave doubts as to the correctness of this in so far as it holds that work
done under such circumstances is illegal. Unless it can be demonstrated that the
lodge, though still working under an unforfeited charter, becomes ipse facto an
unlawful body by the act of unauthorized removal, we are not prepared to admit
that its work done there is illegal. The consequences fall upon the guilty lodge, not
on the innocent initiates.
From the same committee :
" The following ruling of the Most Worshipful Grand Master, made last year,
and sustained by this committee at the last Annual Communication, viz : ' Where a
building is dedicated and set apart to the uses and purposes of Freemasonry, it is
not proper to let it out for the use and occupation of any other secret society,' and
again referred back to this committee, upon a resolution asking that the same be
repealed. After careful investigation, the committee are constrained to report
against the repeal, and unanimously declare, that where a building, or a part thereof,
has been dedicated and set apart to the uses and purposes of Masonry, that it is not
proper or allowable for the building, or the part thereof thus dedicated and set
apart, to be used for any purpose."
Although this was agreed to, subsequently it was resolved, " That Masonic lodges
in this jurisdiction be allowed to permit other institutions to meet in their halls."
David E. Butler, of Macon, (care of Grand Secretary), was elected Grand
Master ; J. Emmett Blackshear, Macon, re-elected Grand Secretary.
The Grand Lodge adopted the report of the Committee on Southern Masonic
Female College, looking to the extension of its territory into other jurisdictions,
inviting their patronage and soliciting their co-operation in raising an endowment
fund, and providing that all Grand Lodges or communities of lodges contributing
to the fund shall have proportionate representation on the board of Trustees.
The report of the Committee on Grievances embraces fifty-one cases, but affords
no insight into their merits. The action of one lodge in expelling thirty-one of its
members for non-payment of dues, was sustained.
Fifteen charters were granted, three of which, only, were to lodges previously
working under dispensation ; and six applications refused.
The Grand Lodge established a Committee on Work, and in prescribing its duties
provided " that said committee shall not deviate from the Ancient Landmarks of the
Order, either in verbiage or otherwise, but shall report the work as it has existed
from time immemorial."
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If that committee would report only that portion of the work now in vogue that
has really existed from time immemorial, we should like to be present and see how
such a report would fall on the Grand Lodge of Georgia. We imagine the lean
skeleton of a single degree would find few friends there, and those who brought it
forth as the immemorial work of Masonry would be considered as triflers with sacred
things. We think we can .safely promise the committee a sensation when their
report is made if they will literally obey their instructions.
The Report on Correspondence (p. 91,) is again from the genial pen of Bro. J.
Emmett Blackshear, who reviews the proceedings of thirty-seven American
Grand Lodges, Illinois of the number.
He devotes some attention to our review of Georgia in 1873, noticing somewhat
critically our remarks relative to the reply of Grand Master Lawrence, when asked
by one of his Deputies if the charter of a lodge should not be arrested for electing
the keeper of a groggery Worshipful Master, that he '"' did not think the ancient
inalienable right of the brethren to choose their own Master could be so set aside."
Of this, among other things, we said :
"While a lodp:e exists it has the right, which we would defend against all comers, to
choose its own Master; but we hold it quite possible for it to demonstrate even in this
way its unfitness to exist longer. If, in such a case, the Grand Master should arrest its
charter, it would be no denial of the right, but only a declaration on the part of the
Grand Master that a certain number of brethren had been clothed with rights, by vir-
tue of a charter, which they were unfit to exercise."
Whereupon, with mischief in his dexter eye, our brother says :
" From this we presume that brother ROBBINS would hold that a man has the
perfect right to take an over-dose of poison, while he would be guilty of a very
grave offense to commit suicide."
No, the distinction is a plain one. We hold that he has a perfect right to that
freedom without which he could not take the poison ; but if he does take it, and thus
pioves his mental unsoundness, we hold it to be the duty of those who have the
power, to at once provide him with a strait-jacket.
We pardon his levity in speaking of suicide as a gra7)e offense. A careful read-
ing of the rest of his remarks shows that we so nearly agree that there is nothing
else to forgive or combat.
This is the off-year with Bro. Blackshear's Pegasus, and he does not once break
out into song ; however, it don't require that to make him readable. He reiterates
his opposition to the manifest heresy that dues can accrue against a Mason while
under suspension ; considers the Michigan position well taken, that a certificate of
dimit is insufficient for the purpose of affiliation outside of the jurisdiction where it
is granted, without the voucher of the Grand Secretary that the lodge granting it is
working under a regular and unforfeited charter, and we guess he is right ; thinks
if a brother in connection with his legitimate business sees fit to act as agent for the
sale of tickets of a lottery legalized by State legislation, he has a perfect right to do
so, and that the Grand Lodge that attempts to interfere with the exercise of such
right transcends its powers ; dissents from the Nevada decision that it is the inhe-
rent right of a Master of a lodge to install his successor in office, holding that the
Grand Master has a right to preside in any lodge he may visit in his jurisdictior
and to install the Master elect thereof; and scouts the doctrine that the loss of art
eye dis(|ualifies for the degrees.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS.
IDAHO.
The Grand Lodge met at Boise City, Dec. 14, 1874.
Grand Master Kennaly announced the death of Past Grand Master George H.
COE, of whom he spoke as one possessing a generous heart overflowing with kind-
ness to his fellow-men ; dignified and impartial as a presiding officer ; and whose
urbanity and gentlemanly manner had endeared to him a host of friends. He was
the first Grand Master of Idaho, serving two terms in that position.
The Grand Master reported that a circular issued by him in behalf of the sufferers
by the overflow in Louisiana had met with a- truly Masonic response. His decisions
are correct and well put. He decided that under their law no lodge can be opened
for Masonic work unless there be present seven Master Masons, members of the
lodge. The law of avouchment is clearly stated. He reported a case of violation
of their jurisdiction by a lodge in Scotland which had conferred the degrees on a
citizen of Idaho, sojourning there. It appeared from the statement of the brother
that he was not aware that he was transgressing the law, but the Grand Lodge
thought that he could not be recognized without a change in its By-Laws, and did
not. deem a change advisable. The Grand Master was directed to bring the case to
the attention of the Grand Master of Scotland, and request a full examination of the
matter in controversy. Unless Idaho is more fortunate than Missouri, no notice will
be taken of the matter by the Scottish authorities.
L. P. MiKKELSON was elected Grand Master; O. H. PuRDY, Grand Secretary;
both of Silver City.
The following, from the Committee on Appeals and Grievances, would indicate
that Bro. Kelly's gun was loaded at both ends :
" In the matter of the appeal of Bro. Kelly, from the decision of Boise Lodge'
No. 2, in acquitting Bro. ENSlGrJ on charges made by Bro. A. L. Rich,\rdson,
Junior Warden of Boise Lodge, on the 27th day of December, 1873, your commit-
tee find that the trial was conducted in conformity with the regulations of this Grand
Lodge, and your committee recommend that the action of Boise Lodge be set aside
and the \V. Master of Boise Lodge be ordered by this Grand Lodge to administer a
public reprimand to Bros. Ensign and Kelly before Boise Lodge at his earliest
convenience."
Two new charters were granted. The Grand Lodge of Utah was recognized.
We notice that the proceedings are signed by Joseph Pinkham as Grand Secre-
tary, although his successor had been installed.
We call the attention of the new Grand Secretary to the Idaho habit of giving
only the initials of first names, and hope he will pardon the suggestion that they
should be given in full.
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INDIAN TERRITORY.
A Convention of the lodges of the Indian Territory was held at Caddo, Choctaw
Nation, Oct. 6, 1874, in which Muskogee Lodge, No. 90, Doaksville Lodge, No.
279, and Caddo Lodge, No. 31 1, were represented. Granville McPherson was
chosen President ; R. P. JoNES, Secretary; and William L. Byrd, Assistant Sec-
retary.
A Constitution was adopted, after which the officers of the Grand Lodge were
elected.
Granville McPherson was elected Grand Master ; Rufus P. Jones, Grand
Secretary, both of Caddo, Choctaw Nation, L T.
After ordering that the officers be publicly installed on the following morning, the
Convention dissolved. The Grand Officers were duly installed by Past Master Wil-
liam L. Byrd, of Doaksville Lodge, No. 279, and thereupon the Grand Lodge of
the Indian Territory was opened, adopted a code of by-laws for its own government
and a uniform code for the government of constituent lodges.
The following, defining the extent of the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge, was
adopted ;
^'■Resolved, That the Grand Lodge of the Indian Territory shall he bounded as
follows : On the east by the States of Arkansas and Missouri ; on the north by
Kansas ; on the west by the ninety-eiglith meridian of west longitude, and on the
south by Texas."
The following resolutions were also adopted :
"Resolved, That the following entry be made on the charters of the lodges enter-
ing into the organization of this Grand Lodge : "
Lodge, No. — , a constituting member of the Grand Lodge of the Indian
Territorv, held at Caddo, Choctaw Nation, I. T., October 7th, A. D. 1874, A. L.
, M. \\'. Grand Master.
, Grand Secretary.
And the charters be numbered i, 2, 3, 4, etc., according to their respective dates."
"Resolved, That the first annual meeting of the Grand Lodge of the Indian
Territory be held in the hall of Muskogee Lodge, No. i, at Eufaula, Creek Nation,
commencing on the first Tuesday in September, 1875."
This is much better than surrendering the old charters and taking new ones from
the new Grand Lodge, as sometimes practiced.
There are some anomalies in the Constitution of tJie Grand Lodge. For instance,
the order of the elective Grand Officers is as follows :
Grand Master, Deputy Grand Master, Grand Lecturer, Grand Orator, Grand
Senior Warden, Grand Junior Warden, Grand Treasurer, Grand Secretary. Past
Grand Officers and Past Masters are members of the Grand Lodge and entitled to
vote for the period of twelve months after their term of office expires.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. LVII
We are sony to find this loose provision in the uniform code of by-laws :
"All applications for initiation shall be in writing, signed by the petitioner, speci-
fying his age, residence and occupation, and be recommended by a member of
lodge ; and shall be presented at a stated meeting and referred to a committee of
three for inquiry and report, and lie over at least from one stated me'eting to another,
unless by a vote of three-fourths of the members present they shall be regarded as
cases of 7-eaL emergency, in which case a ballot may then be had."
The minimum fee for the degrees is fixed at twenty-five dollars, and a ballot is
required for each degree.
The Grand Representative system was adopted, and several Representatives ap-
pointed.
The minutes of the Convention are faulty, inasmuch as they do not show under
what ai: ' ' ority the lodges were working, that participated in the formation of the
Gran '. ^odge. We are informed, however, by Grand Secretary Barber, of Arkan-
sas, that all the lodges were chartered by the Grand Lodge of Arkansas, and that
two of them had been continuously working since they were constituted. The third,
Muskogee Lodge, No. 93, had forfeited its charter — which the Master still retained
— for failure to work and report. They made application to the Grand Master to be
re-instated, and he, being satisfied that their failure was in consequence of the burn-
ing of their hall and their inability to procure another until then, authorized them to
work under their old charter, changing its number, however, to 90. These facts
also appear in our notice of Arkansas. The Grand Lodge of Arkansas having
approved the action of the Grand Master, the status of Muskogee Lodge cannot be
questioned ; and as the lodges participating in the formation of the Grand Lodge
were a majority of the lodges in the Territory, and their proceedings were regular,
the new body seems to be entitled to recognition.
INDIANA.
This elegantly printed volume opens with the proceedings of a Special Communi-
cation of the Grand Lodge, held at Indianapolis, May 24, 1875, when Grand Master
FoOTE laid the corner-stone of the new Masonic Temple in the presence of a vast
concourse of people. Bro. John Caven, mayor of the city of Indianapolis, deliv-
ered an address of singular beauty and strength. We have only space to quote his
application of a single idea, that with which he closes :
" When this temple is finished, men of every religious sect, of every political
party, from every land, learned and unlearned, potentate and peasant, can meet and
clasp hands around its altar. This is our mystery. In what other temple can this
be done ? Ye enemies of Masonry, can it be done in yours ? What other institu-
tion possesses such grand cosmopolitan principles of toleration as these ? What
other can hope to accomplish it ? Masonry does. Standing here to-day, side by
side, clothed in tlie simple white apron, are men of great diversities of opinion, for
which opinions they would fight and die. Yet they are brethren, with no thought
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but kindness and good will, ready to aid and assist. Masonry has its mysteries, but
in that great day when all that have ever lived shall gather around the great white
throne for judgment, Masonry will not fear that the Archangel of God shall proclaim
its mysteries to that assembled host of immortals. Then lay the corner-stone ; lay
it deep, strong, broad and sure — a fitting corner for a grand temple of peace."
The Annual Communication was held at the same place on the following day.
The address of Grand Master Foote is a brief, but comprehensive, and strictly
business paper, in which his official acts are set forth with commendable clearness.
Ill health had limited the personal intercourse with the lodges, which he had
promised himself, but while he had done little visiting, he had done some writing.
Indeed the letter-writing capacity of the brethren, evidenced by the communications
which poured in by every mail, seems to have been a perfect surprise to him. He
suggests what is but fair, that as far as possible all questions be propounded by Mas-
ters or Secretaries, under seal, that the Grand Master may have evidence of the Ma-
sonic standing of the parties; and also that brethren who are personally unknown to
him as Masons, should not feel offended if they receive somewhat short answers
from that officer when they ask questions by mail as to the esoteric work, such as he
had received. In addition to the six dispensations continued by the Grand Lodge,
he had continued one which for some reason was not reported upon, and had issued
twenty-one more for new lodges. The number was large, but the conditions of the
law having been complied with, their law as it now stood left him no discretion, and
on this point he recommended legislation. In our judgment, the undoing of some
legislation would be in order, not only in Indiana, but in other jurisdictions. We do
not forget that the absence of statutory conditions would increase the labors and
responsibility of the Grand Master, and that of the latter especially, he is generally
but too glad to be relieved. From the very nature of the dispensing power, how-
ever, it belongs to that officer unconditionally; and it cannot be legislated upon
without impairing a prerogative no jot or tittle of which has he any more right to
yield, than the Grand Lodge has to attempt to take away.
Three charters had been surrendered, and three arrested, but one of the latter had
been restored.
He reports a fair quantum of public work performed either by himself or by
proxy.
We are not prepared to dispute the wisdom of the following :
" By your action at the last Grand Communication the Grand Master and Grand
Secretary were directed to prepare and forward to each Secretary a ' short and con-
cise model skeleton minute,' and now after due consultation and comparing our
experience as secretaries, would respectfully report that we have not complied with
your direction.
" We think that there surely is in each of our lodges sovie brother who can make
an intelligent record of the facts that transpire at each meeting, and we did not pro-
pose to require good secretaries to follow a form that was or would have been, per-
haps, not so good as they now use.
" The experience of our Grand Secretary in regard to lodge returns will show
that you can not make a secretary of a man by giving him forms to work by, if he
has not the business capacity.
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" Elect good business men secretaries and there will be no trouble with your
records."
Of the Kansas circular, he says :
" I received a circular from the Grand Master of Kansas asking me to call upon
our subordinate lodges for contributions for the relief of the brethren in his jurisdic-
tion. I did not comply with his request, from the fact that our State had been over-
run with ' agents ' in this professed work of relief, and I was also well satisfied that
every brother in our State had already done all that he felt able to do."
He announced the death of Bro. John B. Rose, whose demise leaves but one
surviving of those who were present and participated in the organization of the
Grand Lodge of Indiana in the year 1818. For sixty years he exemplified in his
life the virtues of a devoted Mason — a man good and true.
The Grand Master reported such only of his decisions as consultation had devel-
oped a difterence of opinion in regard to, five in number.
The two following met the approval of the Grand Lodge :
" ' Is a man eligible for the degrees of Masonry who can neither read nor write ?'
I answered no.
" ' I was asked permission by a lodge to perform the ceremonies of laying a corner-
stone of a Synagogue on the Sabbath day.' I refused the request."
As to the following, the Grand Lodge concurred in the dissenting opinion of the
Committee on Jurisprudence :
3. " Bro. P., a non-afiiliated Master Mason, applied for membership in Mystic
Tie Lodge, No. 398, and was rejected. A few months afterwards he presented his
petition for membership to Ancient Landmarks Lodge, No. 319. Could they re-
ceive it ?
My construction of our rules was that Bro. P. had made his choice of a lodge on
his first application, and that lodge still had jurisdiction.
4. " Boone Lodge, No. 9, conferred the E. A. on Bro. F. He was rejected on
application for the F. C, when Boone Lodge, No. 9, granted Bro. F. the right and
privilege to petition Center Lodge, No. 23, for the remaining degrees, and granted
that lodge jurisdiction to confer the remaining two. I decided that Center Lodge
could not receive the application, at least until the objection was removed in Boone
Lodge."
5. "After a party has filed his papers in an appeal with the Grand Secretary, can
he withdraw them and ask and receive a new trial in his lodge ? I decided that he
could not."
Of Nos. 3 and 4 the committee say :
"We cannot hold that a Master Mason, on being rejected upon application for
membership in a lodge is thereby placed under any additional disability, nor is his
right to apply for membership in another lodge restricted in the least. Upon such
rejection his certificate of dimit, which it is necessary for him to file with his petition,
is returned, when his right to apply for membership in any lodge that will receive
his petition is complete.
" Nor can your committee fully concur with the M. W. Grand Master in the right
of a lodge to waive its jurisdiction in favor of another lodge upon application for
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advancement to another degree. We think a lodge, by a unanimous ballot, has the
right to waive its jurisdiction in favor of another lodge on any application for
advancement to another degree, when asked for by the applicant."
Which in both cases accords with the law in Illinois. Of No. 5, the committee
say :
"In this we think the Grand Master's ruling is, perhaps, a little too strict.
" In all civil actions in this State a party thereto has the control of his side of the
case, and may withdraw or dismiss the same at any time before final judgment.
So, we think, in all appeals from the action of a lodge to the Grand Lodge the party
may withdraw or dismiss his appeal at any time before the final report of the com-
mittee to the Grand Lodge.
" In some jurisdictions the right of a lodge to grant a new trial in any case is
denied. Not so, however, with us. The right of a lodge to grant a new trial within
a reasonable time, in any case, is the peculiar property of any and every lodge in
this jurisdiction, and we think it best for all parties not to attempt to restrict that
right."
The right of a lodge to grant a new trial is a species of " property " that is almost
" peculiar " to Indiana — the law in most jurisdictions being that the only remedy for
such grievance as is here alluded to, lies in an appeal as provided in the landmarks.
The Grand Lodge granted twenty-four charters ; continued four dispensations ;
granted one dispensation, refused one, and referred petitions for nine more to the
Grand Master ; left the question of continuing the District Deputy system to the dis-
cretion of the Grand Master ; passed resolutions of sympathy with the Grand Lodge
of Canada on the loss, by death, of Grand Master WiLSON and Grand Secretary Har-
ris; adopted a complete revision of its By-Laws and Regulations; recognized the
Grand Lodge of Wyoming Territory ; refused to declare elections void where the can-
didate neglects to come forward to receive the degree within six months thereafter,
preferring to leave the whole question in the hands of the constituent lodges ; author-
ized additional building in order to secure a Grand Lodge hall, and laid on the table
the pending constitutional amendments which proposed to reconstruct the Grand
Lodge on the model of " the popular branch of our National Legislature," the revolu-
tionary scheme to which we have referred in previous reports.
Daniel McDonald, of Plymouth, was elected Grand Master; Jo ' n M. Eram-
WELL, of Indianapolis, was re-elected Grand Secretary.
The following was offered as an amendment to the Rules and referred to the
Committee on Jurisprudence :
" That hereafter the official degree of Past Master mv'. be conferred on a newly
elected Master by a convocation of actual Past Mastei's before his installation can
take place, and none but actual Past Masters can be permitted to be present."
The committee report, the Grand Lodge concurring :
" That in the opinion of your committee the rules of the Grand Lodge, as they
now stand in the revision submitted by the committee on that subject, are sufficiently
explicit to do away with the necessity of any futher legislation at this time.
" Your committee further submit that it is hardly competent for a lodge of Master
Masons only to legislate and make rules governing a degree of which they do not.
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neither can, know anything about. There may perhaps have been too much of that
done already ; we therefore prefer to let the matter rest where it now is."
On one point in reference to this matter we are quite clear : if the Grand Lodge
has a right to require that a degree or ceremonial which pertains only to Masters of
lodges shall be possessed by Masters elect previous to their installation, it has a right
to require that only those who have been Masters of lodges shall be present when a
Master elect is invested with it.
The joint Committee on Grievances and Appeals (whose decision is final unless
appealed from), reported on forty-three cases, mostly appeals. Three appeals were
taken from its decisions, and sustained.
The following passed unchallenged :
" Decision In granting permission to Schmidlapp Lodge to receive the petition,
Paris Lodge released and delivered over to Schmidlapp Lodge all her control of the
reception of such petition and action thereon. Li the rejection of the applicant,
however, Schmidlapp Lodge disclaimed the grant of Paris Lodge, and restored the
applicant to his former position ; still, however, under the operation of rule 38,
(forbidding any lodge to receive the petition of one rejected in another lodge in less
than one year thereafter,) of the rules and regulations for the government of subordi-
nate lodges, which would certainly overrule any by-law of Paris Lodge — even if that
by-law could be construed as applying to applicants rejected in any other lodge —
and prevent that lodge from legally receiving the petition mentioned, jurisdiction
cannot be conferred by one subordinate lodge to another, but may be waived for a
specific purpose. Schmidlapp Lodge cannot therefore demand that from Paris
Lodge to which she can certainly lay no legal or equitable claim. Paris Lodge has
violated rule 38 of the rules and regulations, perhaps unwittingly, and should be
moi'e careful in the future."
The general doctrine here seems to us to be a complete misapprehension, of the
law. The applicant living within the territory belonging to Paris Lodge, that body
had the negative jurisdiction over him resulting frOm such residence: that is, while
no relation whatever subsisted between him and the lodge, yet no other lodge could
receive his petition without its consent. In granting permission to Schmidlapp
Lodge to receive his petition, Paris Lodge did not, it is true, confer jurisdiction on
its neighbor, for it had none of a kind that could be conferred, but it removed the
only obstacle to the acquiring of jurisdiction by Schmiddlapp Lodge, and the latter
acquired ^iVj-owfl/ jurisdiction — which Paris Lodge had never had — by receiving the
petition of the applicant. Hence, in rejecting his petition it did not disclaim the
grant of Paris Lodge, for it had acquired something which the latter never had ;
nor did it restore the applicant to his former position, for in his former position he
sustained no relation whatever to the Fraternity, while now he stood in the relation
of a rejected candidate for its privileges, and that too of the only lodge with which
he had ever had any relations. Manifestly he was as completely under the control
of Schmidlapp Lodge for the period during which the Grand Lodge pennits its
constituents to retain the personal jurisdiction thus acquired, as if he had never re-
sided outside of its territorial jurisdiction.
The report on correspondence (p. 91) reviews the proceedings of forty-four Amer-
ican Grand Lodges. It is again from the entertaining pen of Bro. Daniel McDon-
ald, who, we are glad to note — despite his attempt to filch from us our good name
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by robbing it of an essential letter — has come to judgment, and sits in the seat of
the Grand Master.
The following gives a fair idea of the complimentary key in which his notice of
Illinois is pitched :
" Grand Master James A. Hawley submitted one of the best addresses we have
read this year. It comes up to our notion of what a Grand Master's address ought
to be. He proceeds at once, and without any 'flourish of trumpets,' to give an ac-
count of his doings as Grand Master during the year, and in brief, recommends such
legislation as experience has taught him ought to be enacted."
Referring to our report, he observes :
" He locks ' horns ' with us — not such ' horns ' as 'mint juleps ' are made of, how-
ever— on the majority vote que>tion. He is of the opinion two-thirds of all the
members present ought to be required to convict. Why not, if more than a majority
is required, be as magnanimous as the civil law — give the accused the benefit of all
doubt by making it unanimous. We hold that lodges have rights as well as the ac-
cused, and the majority vote in our opinion gives both parties about an equal chance.
Having had our 'say,' let's call it even and quit."
Enough said — if we may add that the question which divides us is not, as might
be inferred from some words dropped by him, merely a matter of "taste."
Anent the red-hot proposition from Arkansas, if it were proper for Bro. McDonald
to express an opinion, he would say that Grand Lodges would save getting their
fingers " burnt " by keeping out of all schemes looking to the formation of a " plan
of fire insurance" within the organization; is of opinion that all the prevailing
"home," "college," "asylum" and "seminary" schemes are outside of "the
original plan of Masonry," and that in our zeal to do a " big thing," so that the eyes
of the world may look upon our beneficence, we forget the divine injunction in
doing our alms, " Let not thy right hand know what thy left hand doeth :"
expresses more than his own opinion when he says that to require a suspended
Mason to pay during the period of his suspension, for benefits the lodge refuses to
grant him, is wrong, both in principle and practice ; thinks it would be for the inter-
est of Masonry generally, to dispense with the expression " The Grand Lodge
Above," and we think we could endure its absence without a murmur ; properly
holds that simply being in arrears for dues does not impair a member's right of
voting or eligibility for office ; maintains the opinion that a man is received into the
Masonic Fraternity of his own free will and accord, is permitted to stop at any
stage of the proceedings of his own free will and accord, and should be permitted
to step down and out of his own free will and accord whenever he feels like doing
so ; thinks seven members of a lodge should be present before it can be lawfully
opened ; admits that the Grand Lodge of Indiana is progressive, but we think
hardly shows his wonted eagerness "to keep up with the procession," and we pre-
sume the responsibilities of his present position will still further repress it.
Elisha L. McLallen, of Columbia City, succeeds him as chairman of the Com-
mittee on Foreign Correspondence.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS.
KANSAS.
This volume opens with the minutes of a special communication held at Leaven-
worth, Feb. 12, 1874, when Grand Master Bassett dedicated the new Freemason's
Hall in that city.
An excellent address was delivered by the Grand Master, upon opening the Grand
Lodge, and at the conclusion of the dedicatory services an extemporaneous address
was given by Bro. Isaac S. Kalloch, which was not reported, but is very highly
spoken of. A banquet and ball followed.
The annual communication was held at Leavenworth, Oct. 21, 1874. Junction
City had been selected as the place of meeting, but the Grand Master says :
" Having been advised that the principal hotel at junction City was destroyed,
and believing that you would willingly relieve the members of Union Lodge of the
burden of your entertainment, and having obtained their consent, it was thought best
to change the place for holding this Annual Communication, and having repeived a
cordial invitation from the four lodges at Leavenworth, with a fraternal offer to place
their Temple at your disposal, and believing that at no other place could the G. L.
be so well accommodated, and being of the opinion that an emergency had arisen,
trusting to your approval, an order was made for your assembling here."
The Grand Master wisely says that empirical and excessive legislation should be
avoided, and that all propositions for the establishment of rules to meet special cases
should be maturely considered, for it frequently happens that an att;empt to declare
the law makes that uncertain which before was definite and well understood. He
considers it the crowning glory of our institution that all, from the candidate for its
mysteries, to Mm who has attained its highest honors, keeping in view the faith pro-
fessed in the portals of our temple, may exercise their own free will in all matters of
conscience, and " here none shall disquiet himself concerning the religion or opinion
of his brother."
Public installations he thinks should be encouraged, and favors throwing open the
doors of the lodge-room to the families of Masons whenever the occasion will per-
mit.
Thirteen dispensations for new lodges had been issued during the year.
The Grand Master maintains the right of peremptory objection either to initiation
or advancement, and regards the depositing of a black ball as but a silent way of
saying, " I object." In this connection he says that the right of ballot upon every
such application is so generally admitted that it is assumed to be the settled law. '
We do not think it can properly be assumed to be the settled law while there are
several jurisdictions in this country where the rule of one ballot for the three degrees
prevails. The right of objection to initiation may be considered as well established,
but that a brother can in this summary manner be deprived of his rights is every
day more widely questioned. In our own jurisdiction, where this rule formerly
prevailed, the law now expressly provides that if objection is made to the advance-
ment of a brother he shall be entitled to a hearing on the objections, and we doubt
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not that the strong sense of justice which generally pervades Masonic bodies will
soon make this course of procedure the prevailing rule.
Of the work the Grand Master says : " It is now seven years since your policy
on the subject of work was definitely settled. What is known as the Webb-Preston
system has been so favorably received that its advocates have silenced Ignorance,
overcome Prejudice, and vanquished Bigotry, its three most formidable adversaries,
and it stands to-day unrivaled and without a peer."
He thus refers to the degree of Past Master :
"At the Annual Communications of 1869 and 1870, our present constitution and
by-laws were adopted. Then, as now, the Wardens of the subordinate lodges
composed a majority of the members of this G. L. It will not be claimed that the
Wardens have any lawful information concerning the degree of Past Master, and
yet our proceedings present the anomaly of a body of men legislating upon a subject
concerning which the majority can know nothing. One of our by-laws declares,
' The G. L. shall require a brother to have the so called Past Master's degree before
he can be installed as Master of a subordinate lodge ' Can this G. L. confer the
degree of P. M.? Has it any jurisdiction over that degree? Can it enforce its
laws and edicts in that lodge ? Suppose it is decided here, and you approve the
decision, ' That three actual P. M.'s are required to confer the degree, and that no
virtual P. M. should be present,' will the next convention of P. M.'s heed your
decision ? or will you not have to fall back on the rule that neither the lodge or its
Master is effected by any irregularity ? May. we not then inquire into the utility of
legislating or deciding here concerning the law relating to the degree of P. M. ?
No wise tribunal will ever make an order or decree which it has not the lawful
authority to enforce.''
The Grand Lodge did not concur in these views, and through its Committee on
Jurisprudence expressed its " opinion that no further legislation on that subject is
required, or would be expedient."
The Grand Master objects to suspension for non-payment of dues as being at war
with that benevolence and charity of which the principles of Masonry are the very
essence, and says:
" The failure to pay dues is attended with the strongest presumption that the broth-
er's default arises from some misfortune ; and would you inflict on him the penalty
of suspension, or compel him to proclaim his poverty, and seek from you a remission
of his dues as a supplicant for your bounty ? Let Masonry be what it professes, a
voluntary association, and if you have lodge dues, let it be understood that their
payment is voluntary, and as the true principles of Masonry are taught, your treasu-
ries will be filled."
The Grand Lodge, however, held that as a lodge had the power to remit dues,
the settlement of each case might properly be left to its wise discretion ; and more-
over, that in case of alleged injustice the brother could appeal to the Grand Lodge.
This does not seem to us to touch the position of the Grand Master, because the
Grand Lodge has authorized the judgment from which the appeal would be taken.
Nor does it touch that profounder question of law, whether a lodge may deprive of
rights that are general in their nature for an infraction of a regulation that is local
and exceptional.
The Grand Master enforced the general idea that the laws of Masonry should be
general in their character and universal in their application, and that in like manner
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an opinion given by one in authority, should declare with reasonable certainty, the
general rule applicable to the class to which the case presented belongs, instead of
being merely a decision of particular facts. He says :
" It is an ancient rule, and one which must remain forever unchanged, ' That
Masonry requires physical perfection in the candidate.' The members of the lodge
must apply this rule to every petitioner for our mysteries, and will be amenable to the
G, L. only for an abuse of the discretion vested in them. Physical perfection seldom, if
ever, exists ; therefore, if the general rule was not in some degree flexible, it would
be prohibitory; but in all cases it is the spirit of the law which should be observed."
While his statement of the ancient rule serves admirably to illustrate his meaning,
it is not correct. It should read, " Masonry requires a certain degree of physical per-
fection in the candidate," viz : that degree of physical perfection which will enable
him to learn " the art of serving his Master's Lord." He also objects to the admin-
istration of oaths to profanes, witnesses in Masonic trials, but from this, too, the
Grand Lodge dissented, as it did from his views on the question, Can a lodge grant a
new trial ? He says :
" It is the inherent right of every court of justice to grant new trials, limited only
by rule or statute as to time and cause, and this right has always been regarded as
an additional guaranty of liberty to the subject, and it has ever been exercised by
courts to correct their own errors and to insure the right to him who otherwise
might have pleaded in vain for justice. Your attention is here called to an approved
opinion (numbered 5, series of 1873), that 'A lodge cannot grant a brother a new-
trial.' Under what law this opinion was given, or from what course of reasoning it
is a logical sequence, is not shown, for no argument appears in the context, and the
cases under observation give no reasons for denying it, and as a mere statement of
the proposition prima facie carries with it the conviction that the right exists, the
argument of him who denies it is awaited with some curiosity. Shall we not
remove every barrier which tends to restrict the tribunals of our Society in the
exercise of their lawful prerogatives? Shall we not open every avenue to that car
dinal virtue. Justice, which presides in the tribunals of our Society and sets up in
the hearts of our triors the standard of right? Remember that in our Temple
Mercy stands ever pleading for the unfortunate."
Speaking through the Committee on Jurisprudence, the Grand Lodge says, cor-
rectly, we think :
"Upon the question, ' Can a lodge grant a new trial?' we are again compelled to
disagree with the Grand Master. We are of opinion that the law is as stated in
decision No. 5, series of 1873, that ' a lodge cannot grant a brother a new trial. If
aggrieved his remedy is by appeal to the Grand Lodge, and that body can order a
new trial.' In support of this proposition we may add, that this theory is clearly
enunciated in No. 6 of the Ancient Charges : ' If any complaint be brought, the
brother found guilty shall stand to the award and determination of the lodge, who
are the proper and competent judges of all such controversies, tmless you carry it by
appeal to the Grand Lodge.'' Again, the by-laws of the Grand Lodge prescribe the
formula of all Masonic trials, and regulate the manner of the entire proceedings.
After trial, conviction and sentence, the brother aggrieved is allowed to appeal to the
Grand Lodge, and the course to be pursued by the Grand Body is fully and clearly
defined. No by-law or regulation provides for a new trial by the lodge, except when
remanded for that purpose by the Grand Lodge. Reasoning from analogy, we do
not think that a brother has ' an inherent right ' to a new trial in his lodge, that no
right to a re-hearing exists unless specially conferred, but his remedy is by appeal to
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the higher tribunal. The same 'inherent right ' that gives a brother a new trial,
would give him two, three, and more new trials without limit. A Masonic trial
would be interminable, the controversy would never end, nor the decision be final,
and all manner of contention and discord would be the inevitable result."
The Grand Master refers to the Masonic Mutual Benefit Society, similar to one
or more existing in Illinois, whose officers had requested that the matter might be
referred to a special committee, for action by the Grand Lodge. " Such an institu-
tion," he says, " should be managed by its members, and any proposition to place
this or any other similar association under the control and direction of this Grand
Lodge, is of doubtful propriety, and should be carefully considered, although the
Grand Lodge might be authorized to have it inspected annually."
We think the Grand Lodge should no more permit itself to inspect its concerns
than those of any other insurance company.
To the special committee appointed on this subject was referred a series of resolu-
tions presented by a lodge, together with a Plan and By-Laws for the government
of the Masonic Mutual Protective Association. The committee presented majority
and minority reports (which we regret were not published). After a long discussion,
a motion to recommit was carried, whereupon the committee asked to be discharged,
which was done, and the subject referred to a new committee with instructions to
report at the next annual communication.
The Grand Master submitted eighteen decisions, a part of which we copy :
1. "A Mason's lodge may be held in any secure place used by any other society
which has for its object man's improvement and moral elevation.
2. "A lodge cannot be lawfully opened unless one of the first three officers is
present, or some one authorized by one of the first four officers of the Grand Lodge.
3. " When a lodge is irregularly, but in good faith, opened and work is done,
the work must be held regular ; but unfinished business should be commenced
de novo.
4. "When one is elected to membership, or raised to the degree of Master
Mason, he becomes by such act a member of the lodge, though a rule of the lodge
I'equires some condition precedent.
5. "A ballot on an application for the degrees, or for membership, or for
advancement, when participated m by one who is not a member of the lodge, must
be held regular and treated as any other ballot.
6. " Immorality is unmasonic and a crime against Masonry. Conduct which is
contrary to the Divine law, to the conscience of upright men, and to the moral
sense of the community, is immoral and unmasonic.
8. " When charges have been presented against a brother, and he has been tried
and acquitted bv his lodge, no further action can be taken in that case. It cannot be
appealed for review before the Grand Lodge, for there is no one aggrieved.
II. "When a dimit is voted by a lodge, the membership ceases ; but the secretary
may withhold the certificate until the applicant has discharged every obligation to the
lodge growing out of the relation of membership ; but in no case can additional obli-
gation be imposed.
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12. " Where one lodge bestows charity on a member of alnother lodge, or pays
the funeral expenses of such a member, no lawful claim for reimbursement for such
expenditures exists in favor of the lodge making them, against the lodge of which
the destitute or deceased brother was a member.
15. "The rule requiring a petitioner for a new lodge, or for membership in a
chartered lodge to be in possession of a regular dimit, must be strictly observed, and
cannot be varied to meet special cases arising under regulations peculiar to some
other Grand Jurisdiction limiting the authority of lodges in granting dimits.
16. " Full faith and credit must be given to the official acts and proceedings of
every lodge not in conflict with the ancient landmarks or jurisdiction of another
lodge, and whoever is aggrieved by the action of any lodge, must seek redress of his
grievances in such lodge, or by appeal to the Grand Lodge having jurisdiction of
the lodge complained of."
The first half of No. 2 is universal law ; the second half we presume to be based
on a local regulation, as by general law none but the Grand Master or his Deputy
can authorize any one to open a lodge under such circumstances. No. 3 we hold to
be good law. We doubt the correctness of No. 4, unless the Grand Lodge has so
provided by legislation. No. 5 involves the possible absurdity and injustice of per-
mitting a brother to go into a lodge not his own, and saying by his negative vote that
a petitioner for affiliation shall not become a member, and is manifestly wrong. No. 6
is a fair illustration of the futility of attempting to construct a brief definition of un-
Masonic conduct that shall cover the whole ground, and at the same time be definite
enough to have a positive value. From No. 8 we dissent for the same reason as
that given by the Grand Lodge, concurring in the report of the Committee on Juris-
prudence :
"Your committee are of opinion that the complainant, or any other member of
the lodge, can appeal from the action of the Lodge in acquitting the accused. If a
brother has been placed on trial for a grave Masonic offense, and the charges have
been clearly proven, but, by mistake in applying the law, or through partiality of the
lodge, the accused has been acquitted, we think the lodge, every member of it, and
the whole Masonic fraternity have been ' aggrieved,' and the case should ' be ap-
pealed for review before the Grand Lodge,' where the law can be properly enuncia-
ted, and if necessary the subordinate lodge compelled to correct its errors so that
justice may be done. This view of the question seems to be in harmony with
Decision No. 16, of the current year."
Nos. II and 12 are good law, well stated ; and No. 15 is of interest to those juris-
dictions that have invented a sort of quasi dimit, designed to make it impossible for
a brother to escape from membership in some lodge.
The report of the Grand Secretary is lucid and complete.
Past Grand Master REYiNOLDS, formerly of this jurisdiction, was formally intro-
duced and received with the Grand Honors.
Eighteen charters were granted, and three dispensations continued.
The report of the Committee on Appeals and Grievances embraces twelve cases,
but on its face presents nothing of general interest.
The Grand Lodge adopted a system of mileage and per diem, and prohibited
affiliation fees.
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The Master of a lodge was suspended from office for disregarding the standing
regulation of 1873, interdicting a Master Mason from keeping a " dram-shop," or
what is commonly known as a " saloon," and the lodge itself ordered to cease its
labors until the Grand Master should visit it and detemiine what disposition to make,
of it.
Owen A. Bassett, of Lawrence, Grand Master ; John H. Brown, Leavenworth,
Grand Secretary, were re-elected.
The Report on Correspondence (p. 106) is again from the pen of Bro. John H.
Brown, and reviews in a free and interesting manner the proceedings of forty-six
American Grand Lodges. Illinois receives notice. Grand Master Hawley's
address is characterized as a first-rate business report, and the action of the Grand
Lodge, in the case of Pera Lodge, is especially commended. Copying our remarks
in 1873, relative to an unsuccessful attempt to provide, by legislation, a sort of bene-
fit society in that jurisdiction, he says :
" Whether progressive or not, as yet we have not turned this Grand Lodge into an
Accident Insurance Society; and, judging from the temper of our brethren, we
think it will be many days before such a consummation, however earnestly desired,
will be reached. Thus far having endeavored to stand by the ancient ' landmarks,'
we have met no serious obstacle, and have a bright future before us, if our march
shall be straightforward, without haste or halt."
He thinks those deserve to be regarded as among our worst enemies, who live as
if the Masonic life was made up of a series of artful dodges, and, when called to
the front, shirk manifest duty and manly action, ever advocating the hush policy ;
that if society, through indifference or depravity, tolerates indulgences that tend to
personal or general demoralization, the Mason of all men is the one who should in-
terpose his influence to checlc the indulgence and save the victim; seems to hold, in
his notice of Louisiana, that dues may accrue against a brother while under suspen-
sion, but fails to point out for what dues so accruing are an equivalent ; says that one
hundred and fifty years ago none but Christians could be admitted into the Masonic
Fraternity, but a reference to the Charges of a Freemason, published longer ago than
that, what was then collated as the immemorial law on that subject, was already
purged of all religious tests save the requirement of a belief in Deity ; speaks of the
Christianity of Masonry in the tenth century, as proven by a Masonic manuscript of
that date in the British Museum ; when there is no Masonic manuscript extant writ-
ten within three hundred and fifty years of the tenth century : says Masonry is the
" offspring of Christianity," which might be said with no more and no less truth of/a
guild of tailors, the Worshipful Society of Fishmongers, or any other sodality ; and
always speaks of Masonry as an " Order," an expression which we hold to be
incorrect, no matter how much it may be supported by current usage.
Of the proposition of Grand Master Teller to make non-affiliation a Masonic
offense, he forcibly says :
" The making non-affiliation a Masonic offense, is an innovation alike unwar-
ranted by the ancient, acknowledged usages and the present good of the Order.
Whoso enters a lodge, goes in as a free man. When dimitted, he departs unshorn
of his freedom. Why then compel him like a slave to enter a lodge or be regarded
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as guilty of a Masonic offense ? While we deprecate non-affiliation, we would leave
every man free to live within the lodge and enjoy its privileges, or stay without and
forego them. Freely he came ; freely let him depart ; undisgraced let him live."
Of a regulation requiring one objecting to the advancement of a brother, to pre-
fer charges showing cause for such objections, he says :
" This resolution is at open war with the whole current of Masonic usage from
time immemorial. Its adoption virtually destroys the secret ballot, and compels the
admission, it may be, of an unworthy candidate, or what is quite as bad forces a trial
before the lodge. Verily modern legislation overleaps all bounds, and instead of
restraining and curing evils, only increases their number, and in lieu of peace brings
only discord and confusion."
Here our brother has fallen into the double error of regarding that as general
which is local and exceptional, and as immemorial usage what is a modern innova-
tion. The alleged right of peremptory objection to advancement is of modern date,
the ancient usage being that a favorable ballot entitled the candidate to the whole
of Masonry, and that a brother could not be debarred from advancement without
a hearing and a judgment of the lodge that the objections raised were sufficient.
As usual the Kansas proceedings are well arranged, and the volume is nicely
printed.
KENTUCKY.
The Grand Lodge met at Louisville, Oct. 20, 1874.
The address of Grand Master Pickett is very brief, occupying but four pages of
the printed proceedings. Brevity, however, was always one of his strong points ;
the addresses delivered by him from the East of our own Grand Lodge, in the years
1851 and 1852, occupied even less space.
Having alluded to the fact that when Henry Clay was Grand Master of Masons
in Kentucky, fifty-four years before, his own, with those of Ohio and Tennessee, were
he only Grand Lodges in the Mississippi Valley, he says :
" Grasp the fact that the Grand Lodge of Kentucky since that time sent one of
her Grand Masters to be the first Grand Master of the present Grand Lodge of
Illinois ; that seventeen Grand Orients besides our own, strong and imposing, grace
the valley of the Mississippi, with more than 4,500 lodges, and considerably more
than 225,000 members."
Thirteen dispensations for new lodges had been issued, and applications for sev-
eral others hadJ^een refused.
He had responded to questions of law, morals and usage, from all parts of the
jurisdiction, but did not choose to report them, and thus swell their annual report,
already too voluminous. From somewhat extended observation he learned that
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many lodges are held in rooms utterly unsuited to the purposes of Masonry ; that in
some lodges too little heed is given to the cardinal virtue, temperance, irregularity
and excess being passed over without notice or rebuke ; and that with some conspic-
uous exceptions they are behind their sister States in the matter of work.
As Grand Master, he had been served with summons to attend the Fayette Circuit
Court, to answer to the suit of Lexington Lodge No. i ; and with another to attend
the Oldham Circuit Court, to answer to certain claims in reference to Lagrange
College.
The suit in which the Grand Lodge finds itself involved with one of its constitu-
ents, grows out of the appointment of a committee by the Grand Lodge, in 1867, to
make sale of the Grand Hall property in Lexington, the proceeds of the sale to go
to the Widows' and Orphans' Home, Lexington Lodge denies that either the Grand
Lodge or the Home have any interest in the property whatever, and finally resorts to
the courts. The Grand Lodge took steps to defend, in behalf of the Home.
Henry B. Bostwick, of Covington, was elected Grand Master ; John M.S.
McCoRKLE, Louisville, re-elected Grand Secretary.
We are pained to learn that Bro. McCoRKLE has since died. Bro. John M. Todd,
of Louisville, is now acting as Grand Secretary.
On the second day of the session a reception of the inmates of the Widows' and
Orphans' Home was held in the Grand Lodge hall, and exercises of a very interest-
ing nature were presented by the children. It was cleverly managed and well
calculated to leave the members of the Grand Lodge in a suitable frame of mind
for its generous action of the day following, when bonds of the Masonic Temple
Company of the par value of seventy-eight thousand five hundred dollars were
donated to the Home, with the proviso that should that institution ever be diverted
from its present purposes, then the donation, no matter how invested, should revert
to the Grand Lodge. In addition to this an appropriation of $3,720 was made for
its benefit, and a like amount is to be donated annually.
Eighteen new lodges were chartered, and four continued under dispensation.
Six dispensations were granted, and applications for nine more refused.
On being memorialized by a lodge for permission to change the name of one of
its members from Lehman to Chester, he having had his name so changed by law,
the Grand Lodge gave permission "to the extent of its jurisdiction to the said
change of name."
On appeal, the Grand Lodge properly compelled a lodge to refund that had
charged dues against a brother suspended for non-payment of dues, during the
period of his suspension, and had collected the same as a condition of his re-instate-
ment.
A proposition to reprint the proceedings of the Grand Lodge from its formation
until the present time failed, because of the heavy expenditure it would involve, but
if it could be done by private enterprise the Grand Lodge was willing.
A proposition looking to the establishment of an organ by obtaining control of the
"Kentucky Freemason," and publishing the proceedings therein, and in no other form,
and embracing all the details necessary to set the Grand Lodge up in the newspaper
business, goes over until next year.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS.
The Grand Lodge concurred in the following from the Committee on Jurispru-
dence, called out by the refusal of a lodge to dimit a brother who had paid up all
arrearages :
" The question involved in this case is a grave one, and one of importance to the
fraternity. Regulation 4, of general regulations, provides, ' lodges will use their
own discretion in the granting of dimits, having reference to the character of a
brother, and his account on the books.' No other section of the constitution bears
upon the question, and upon the construction of this regulation as the law, it
depends. We are unwilling to believe that the Grand Lodge, by the enactment of
this regulation, intended to divest Masons of their right of dimit. By all rules of con-
struction, with which your committee are acquainted, the ' discretion ' referred to
must be a reasonable discretion, and whenever a brother pays his dues and asks a
dimit, it is the duty of the lodge to grant it, unless he is an officer of the lodge or
charges are pending against him, or about to be preferred."
We think the position of the committee well taken, but we doubt the correctness
of the general principle laid down by them in the following, which met the approval
of the Grand Lodge :
" It appears from the record before us, that at a stated communication of said
lodge, OB the 30th of May, 1S74, the lodge was first opened in the third degree,
business transacted, and the lodge was ' closed in due and ancient form,' the Master
stating that there was no further business to come before the lodge. A lodge of
Fellow Crafts was then opened, and after the transaction of the business which came
before that lodge, it was also duly closed. After that a lodge of Master Masons was
again opened, and an appropriation of money was made. The question is, had the
lodge the right to open the second time and transact any business except such as
could be done at a called meeting. Your committee are of the opinion that they
had no such right. Our institution was originally operative as well as speculative,
and the ritual was made to govern operative Masons. The work was laid out by the
Master, and the Craft having performed all the labor incumbent upon them for the
day were discharged. The closing of the lodge in speculative Masonry is emblema-
tic of the closing of the day in operative, and the day's work having been completed
the Craft could not be required to perform extra work, except in case of emergency,
in which event, the Master could call the Craft for that purpose. We therefore con-
clude that the second opening of the Master's lodge was virtually a called meeting,
and they could only transact such business as could be done at a called meeting, and
that the appropriation made by Augusta Lodge, No. 80, of ^100, to buy a bell for a
school-house, not having been made at a stated meeting, is void."
In answer to the question, " Have the children and widow of a deceased Master
Mason, suspended for non-payment of dues, any claim upon the lodge of which
he was a suspended member at the time of his death ?" the same committee say :
" 'The obligation to aid and assist, extends only to worthy brothers, their widows
and orphans, etc' Who is a worthy brother? Certainly only such as are m. good
standing ; then if he is suspended, it matters not from what cause, our obligations
cease toward him, until such time as he shall regain his good standing, and if he die
without having done so, that is the misfortune ol himself and his family and not the
fault of the Fraternity. The ancient charges say, ' Do good unto all, but remember
it more especially unto the household of the faithful.' Who are faithful ? Such
only as are in good standing.
" We would not intimate that a lodge has no right to extend charity to the
family of a suspended Mason, but we only mean to say that they are not bound to
do so."
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By treating the question in a purely technical manner the committee make very
plain sailing here.
There is a prior and profounder question involved, which they do not discuss,
viz : If a brother faithfully observes all his obligations under the general law of
Masonry, can we, dare we assume to absolve ourselves, by any mode of procedure,
from our obligations towards him for an infraction of a local and exceptional regu-
lation ?
Upon being installed the Grand Master addressed the Grand Lodge briefly. We
suppose much is to be pardoned on the score of " gush " at such a moment, but
when all the credits are entered our italics in the following quotation indicate a fair
margin of self-complacency among our Kentucky neighbors.
" In assuming the duties of the high and responsible office to which your partiality
has elevated me, I feel that to have been permitted to preside over the Grand Lodge
of Kentucky, at any time since its organization, would have been sufficient to gratify
the most ambitious Mason, but to be called to that exalted station, at a time when
this Grand Lodge occupies a mo7-e ejtviahle position than any other Grand Lodge on
this continent, or even in the world, is an honor of which the noblest Master in our
mystic brotherhood, might justly be proud.
" Brothers, I feel that the resolutions of this Grand Lodge, appropriating the
munificent sum of $78,500, to what I consider the most exalted conception of a
Masonic mind, %vas the grandest achievement of this or any age, and an act, for
which, not only the one hundred and twenty-nine orphans, and ten widows, now in
the Masonic Widows' and Orphans' Home and Infirmary, but one for which ' gen-
erations yet unborn will rise up and call us blessed.' "
Grand Secretary McCoRKLE presented the Report on Correspondence (p. 92)^
reviewing the proceedings of forty-six American Grand Lodges, and of one foreign
body — England.
It possesses a melancholy interest, as it was his last legacy to the Craft. In his
death Masonry has lost one who has stood fast by the old ways, and whose
voice to the last was ever heard protesting against the new departures which influ-
ences long working from within, strengthened ten-fold by the reflex action of other
societies, have inaugurated in Masonry.
Illinois, for 1873, is noticed at length. Exceptions are taken to our remarks in
reference to the claim of the governing bodies of the so-called Scottish Rite, of
the right to confer the degrees of Symbolic Masonry. We do not feel at liberty to
abridge the writer's remarks — as we should if he were living — and therefore copy
them entire. Quotingour language, he says :
" When we read this we were somewhat surprised that a statement made in an
important report of ours had not attracted the attention of Bro. RoBBiNS until 1S73.
Upon looking back, however, we found that although he had not in 1871, received
our proceedings, yet under the head of New Hampshire, in reviewing the proceed-
ings for 1870, he speaks of Kentucky, in regard to this very matter, and says :
"Grand Master Fitch said, in speaking of the Louisiana difficulty, that the Supreme
Councils (Boston and Cliarlestoa) claim and have the right through their subordinate
bodies to confer all the degrees of their Rite, including those of Entered Appreurice,
Fellow Craft and Master Mason; that in order to avoid a conflict of jurisdiction Avith
Grand Lodges in the United States exercising jurisdiction over the York Rite, they had
agreed not to permit Scotch Rite Lodges to confer the three lirst degrees, but had not sur-
rendered the right to do so."
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" We will here only remark thcat Grand Master Fitch did not in any way use
such language. The writer of this report used it, in the report alluded to.
Bro. RoBBINS then continues :
" Of this Bro. Bell says:
" Which is all wrong, for these Grand Councils, inventions of the present century,
have not, never had, and never could have had, any jurisdiction whatever over the three
symbolic degrees, except what they have assumed by a clear usurpation, which they
have never dared attempt to exercise when there were established Grand Lodges of the
York Rite; nor would the attempt, if made, have ever resulted in anything else than
their rightful exi)ulsion ti-om the Craft, for it would be a violation of eVery obligation
they had taken in the sj-mbolic Lodge. The Grand Lodges should be careful how, by
any careless talk, they seem to admit in the least degree, this impudent claim set up by a
few indiscreet brethren of the A. and A. Kite."
"After copying this extract, which he does without any comment, Bro. Robbins
passed on to some other subject.
"Now in his report, Bro. Bell had copied the same extract which Bro. Robbins
excavates, and which he now says comes under his ' notice for the first time.' He
was not then startled or alarmed, but now he evidently, his disclaimer apart, seems
to feel ' an irresistible impulse to tread on the tail of somebody's coat,' and being of
rather a pugnacious disposition, he pitches in anyhow.
" We are soriy that Bro. RoitKiNS did not see our report for 1 871, in which, under
the head of Arkansas and Nevada, we were induced to make some remarks respect-
ing the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite. This sneering at the Rite is not new
to ijs, we have read the rantings of Bro. PiXLEY, of California, who, as Grand
Orator, delivered an address before that Grand Lodge, in which he said, among
other things :
"The Ancient Craft Masonry consists of three degrees : the Entered Apprentice, the
Fellow Craft, and the Master Mason. These with the appendage of the Royal Arch,
form a system complete in all its' parts. So much of Masonry is pure and perfect, ven-
erable for its antiquity, hoary with age. This is the true Masonic institution, and what
is beyond this, in the way of fancy degrees, Scottish Rites, Modern French Rites— Rites
of Misraim, et id omme genus — all the various systems of modern origin are new and
ornamental only . ' -
" The brother, when he indulged in this ridiculous rodomontade, and spoke of the
Royal Arch, did not apparently know that our American Royal Arch was not
ancient, differing as it does from the Royal Arch of England ; that it was manipu-
lated by Thomas Smith Webb, who manufactured the Most Excellent Master's
degree out of the whole cloth. And yet he spoke of it as being ' pure and perfect,
\ enerable for its antiquity, and hoary with age.' What was beyond that, he said, is
in the way of ' fancy degrees,' and naming the Scotch Rite, speaks of it as of
'modern origin ' and 'new and ornamental only.'
"Bro. Robbins calls them (Scottish Rite Bodies) ' pseiido Masonic Bodies,' and
talks about its being ' too broad a farce for the atmosphere of a Grand Lodge, and
can be only appropriately aired among the subjects of the Holy Empire.' Bro.
Bell talked about 'this impudent claim set up by a few indiscreet brethren of the
A. and A. Rite,' and Bro. Pixley launched out about ' fancy degrees ' and ' modern
origin.'
" It is really astonishing to us that sensible men as these are, will write such stuff.
But so it generally will be, when they undertake to write upon a subject of which
they are ignorant.
"We presume Bro. Robbins will be astonished to learn that a Lodge of Perfection
(Scottish Rite conferring degrees from 1st to 14th) was established and at work at
Albany, in the then Province of New Yo.k, as, far back as October, 1767, the
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minutes of which, extending to 3d September, 1770, are now in the possession of Bro.
John W. Bay, of the city of Albany. The celebrated Sir William Johnson, who
was knighted for his distingushed military services, during what was known as the
old Fi-ench war, was at one time its Master.
" On the 27th day of December, 1769, St. Patrick's (Blue) Lodge, and the Lodge
of Perfection, celebrated together St. John's day, and ' went in procession to
Church, when after prayer, a suitable discourse was read by a brother ; the bodies
returned to ihe lodge and celebrated the festivities with great harmony and temper-
ance.' Ah ! if Bro. Robbins could by possibility have been present when these
pseudo Masons were, we fear he would have experienced ' an irresistible impulse to
tread on the tail of somebody's coat.'
"At a meeting of St. Patrick's (Blue) Lodge, held July 5th, 1770, as the record of
that Lodge states, 'the Master ' (Sir William Johnson) 'addressed the Lodge,'
expressing his concern that the ' duty of Master of the Ineffable Lodge did not ren-
der it convenient for him to continue Master of this Lodge,' &c., &c.
"There are evidences that this Scotch Rite Lodge was in existence in 1794. Be-
sides this Lodge of Perfection at Albany, another was established in Philadelphia
in 1781.
" Now the oldest Grand Lodge in the United States, we suppose, is that of
Massachusetts, formed in 1777, by lodges constituted previously by Provincal Grand
Master, PIenry Price, and after him by Jeremy Gridley. Consequently it is
manifest, that the Scottish Rite was planted on this continent at least ten years before
the formation of the oldest Grand Lodge in the United States ; and yet we have
brethren, and writers too, who flippantly write about the Scottish Rite being of
modern origin, as having originated in the present centtiry, and of its members
being '■pseudo Masons.' " ,
A word will suffice as to our not having noticed the report of Bro. McCorkle when
it first appeared. We were not on this committee in 1870, and did not see the Ken-
tucky proceedings of 1869. In reviewing the New Hampshire proceedings, in 1871,
we found what proves to be a condensed statement of the contents of the report,
copied it, and were contented to let Bro. Bell speak thereon through our report.
In 1873 '^^ found the same claim advanced in a report made by Bro. McCorkle on
the invasion of the jurisdictional rights of the Grand Lodge of Louisiana by the
Grand Orient of France, and a part of the proceedings we were then reviewing.
It required no pugnacity to pitch into so absurd a claim. It was simply a matter
of duty.
We are not to be impaled on Bro. Pixley's blunder as to the hoary antiquity of
the Royal Arch, being quite ready to admit not only that the American Royal Arch
is modern, but the English also, though the latter is older than the former. We had
no heart to discuss in this place the propriety of the term " pseudo Masonic," and
therefore took the occasion which offered while reviewing the District of Columbia,
where a vigorous adversary still lives to call us to account for our errors, if we make
them. We may with propriety say, however, that the existence of a Lodge of Per-
fection at Albany, fraternizing with a Blue Lodge, as early as 1767, does not touch
our position at all.
Some of the degrees now constituting a portion of the file now known as the An-
cient and Accepted Scottish Rite, may have been in existence as early as 1767, but
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in its present form it did not exist ; and Bro. Bell was entirely correct in saying
that these Supreme Councils are inventions of the present century.
Until some one achieves the impossible, and shows that prior to 1717 the so-called
Scottish Rite divided jurisdiction with Masonry, the by-play, on the part of the gov-
erning bodies of that institution, of holding in abeyance the right to confer the de-
grees of legitimate Masonry will continue to be a farce.
Of another matter, Bro. McCoRKLE says :
" Our Bro. SiNGLETON is entirely wrong when he speaks of the Convention at
Baltimore 'following the suggestion of Kentucky and Missouri" We can assure
him Kentucky is guiltless of that sin. She was not represented in it, and we have
ever lamented she fell into line by subsequently adopting it. If we could influence
our Grand Lodge to return to the old mode of making the lodge of Entered Appren-
tices the business lodge, as it was of old, we would gladly do so. Our voice and
pen have always been against this innovaton.''
He is not satisfied of the correctness of the decision — which this time turns up in
Arkansas — that a candidate who cannot write his name should not be initiated, and
says, "if he is found worthy in all other respects, initiate him, and our word for it,
he will make /^/.f warA; ,• " endorses as sensible, Grand Master McCJuRDY's remark
that " non-afifiliants have obligations to perform, as well as rights that must be
respected," and protests against the New York legislation on non-affiliation and
dimrssit)n ; holds that an appeal from a decision of the Grand Master must and
should operate as a supersedeas or injunction, which must be a very convenient
arrangement for whoever dislikes to obey an order, but it strikes us that that is a
novel court where anybody can walk up and help himself to a supersedeas without
an order; and expresses his regret that the result of Bro. Diehl's "re-boiling," as
the Utah brother styled the process of reviewing, was not printed, in order that he
might judge as to whether it was " well done."
LOUISIANA.
The Grand Lodge met at New Orleans, Feb. 8, 1875.
After a few words of greeting. Grand Master Girard thus refers, in his address,
to the great calamity of the preceding autumn :
" In laying before you the record of the past, it is agam my duty to report a great
public calamity — -causing much loss of property and great suffering. A large and
fair portion of our State, already so much impoverished by reverses and afflictions,
has been inundated, the crops submerged and destroyed, the people threatened with
famine. Large donations of money and provisions were at once forwarded to our
people from every portion of the United States, and vvith the generous assistance of
the Federal Government, thousands who had lost everything were rescued from
death. In this terrible emergency, the Masonic fraternity was not laggard in the
good work, and through the relief so quickly and so bounteously extended from our
sister Grand Lodges, our brothers and their families were enabled to avert the awful
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doom of starvation staring them in the face. Thanks be to the Great Giver of all
good gifts and graces, 'twar, through the exertions and benevolence of brothers that
this relief was obtained. Oh ! how truly and gratefully we remember it, and thank
them again for their generosity."
The Grand Master announce;^ the death of William Martin Perkins, Past
Grand Master ; William Stephen Pike, Grand Treasurer ; Frederick Augustus
Dentzel, Grand Tyler; Joseph Santini, Past Junior Grand Warden; and of their
Representative near the Grand Lodge of Maryland, Charles Goodwin, Pa'-t Grand
Master of that jmisdiction. A long death-roll for a single year !
- The Grand Treasurer, Bro. Pike, was a Catholic and was buried with the rites of
that Church as well as with the rites of Masoniy. Both he and Past Grand Master
Perkins were buried by the Grand Lodge.
Of the relations of Louisiana with Canada, the Grand Master says :
" I wish I could say that our misunderstanding with the Grand Lodge of Canada
had been satisfactorily adjusted. I had hoped to be able to make such an announce-
ment, as I officially informed you of the fraternal settlement of their troubles with
the Grand Lodge of Quebec. However, I can say that I believe that the day is not
far distant, when that result will be consummated. Our brothers of Canada are in
full sympathy with us in our struggle against the aggressions of the Grand Orient of
France, in which they cannot and will not countenance that Grand Orient. I feel
satisfied that soon, if our perhaps too hasty edict, withdrawing our Grand Represen-
tative from the Grand East of Canada were i^epealed, and the Grand Master
empowered to renew the representation whenever he should judge proper and just
to do so, we would present to the Grand Invader of Masonic Territory, the solid and
unbroken front of all the Grand Lodges of North America."
This being referred to the Committee on Foreign Correspondence, the following
resolutions were by them reported, and adopted :
"Resolved, That the Grand Lodge of Louisiana hails with sincere pleasure and
fraternal feeling the prospect of a .full renewal of all amical^le and fraternal rela-
tions with the M. W. the Grand Lodge of Canada.
"Resolved, That the edict of this Grand Lodge, withdrawing our representative
from the Grand Lodge of Canada, be repealed.
"Resolved, That the M. W. the Grend Master be authorized to appoint a repre-
sentative of this Grand Lodge [to the Grand Lodge] of Canada, as soon as he has
due assurance that such action will be preceded or followed by the cessation of
Masonic relations with the Grand Orient of France, until that Grand Orient shall
assume a position in conformity to the doctrine of exclusive Grand Lodge territorial
jurisdiction."
We think the more generouj course of leaving out the condition in the last reso-
lution, would also have been the wiser one — more likely to have attained the object
sought. Reconciliations, to be hearty- and lasting, should be unconditional. We
remember a brilliant clergyman, a Scotchman, who fell into dissipation, and was
compelled to abandon the pulpit. Finally quarrels between himself and wife be-
came frequent, to the scandal of the neighborhood, and the pastor of his church vis-
ited them, seeking to bring about an improvement in their domestic relations. After
prayer and exhortation the hearts of both were touched, and with tears in their eyes
and gratitude for their pastor in their hearts, they kissed each other and agreed to
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. LXXVII
begin a loving life anew. As the pastor was taking his departure the whilom
preacher followed him to the door, expressing his thanks warmly, but adding as the
latter was about bidding him good-bye, " Brother P. there is one thing I v/ant you to
understand : I shan't take any of Rhoda's sauce !"
It is needless to add that they were soon again at sixes and sevens.
The Grand Master reports that notwithstanding the general prostration of business
the Craft throughout the jurisdiction is in a prosperous condition. Less work has
been done, and their numbers may have been lessened by forfeiture of membership
for non-payment of dues, but this loss he thinks is a real gain.
This forfeiture of membership took place under the operation of a resolution
which we copied and animadverted upon in our report of last year.
This, the Grand Master reports, had given rise to much discussion and difference
of opinion. Some of the questio involved in it had been referred to the Com-
mittee on Masonic Law and Juris ludence, who reported that the resolution was
wholly inoperative, for the reason .hat while it was in effect an amendment of the
by-laws of the Grand Lodge upon the subject of trials and penalties, imposing the
penalty of suspension upon a member without the formality of a trial, as required
by the by-laws, and by the usages and customs of Masonry, yet it had been offered
as a simple resolution, and had not been passed in the manner and by the vote
which the by-laws require as the conditions of their amendment.
The Grand Master disapproved of this portion of the report of the committee,
and held that the resolution was law as an edict, and must be carried out and
obeyed as such. He does not claim that the forms necessary to amend this by-law
were observed, but argues at some length that it was not intended to and does
not repeal any by-law now in force, but only supplies a deficiency by providing a
simple form of trial for a specified class of cases not specially provided for in the
by-laws.
Seeing that this resolution authorizes the infliction of penalties by process other
than that laid down in the by-laws on that subject, it shall go hard with the Grand
Master's arguments if they escape being characterized as pettifogging. The position
of the committee is clearly right. The Grand Master thus concludes Ms remarks on
this subject :
"After all, who would deny that one is unworthy of the name of Afason, who
being able to do so, refuses or neglects to bear his proportionate part of the burdens
of his lodge ? The sooner the Order, through the action of his lodge, can be rid of
all sHch, the better it must be for all concerned, and unless it be done, I warn you
there is danger of our beautiful temple crumbling to ruins under the accumulating
rubbish of loiterers and drones. Truly, so far from being unmasonic in its character
and spirit this law is a just one to the lodge and to the Craft, very lenient to the
transgressor, who, if he be not dead to all Masonic feeling or pride, need not remain
estranged from his brothers, any longer than he chooses, as he may be reinstated in
full fellowship, upon paying his dues to the time of suspension, and by a simple
majority vote."
In our judgment nothing tends so surely to sap the foundations of the " temple "
as the disposition to take short cuts in Masonry, and to disregard the forms of law
which the experience of mankind has demonstrated to., be indispensable to the
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security of individual rights. Better that a hundred loiterers should escape punish-
ment entirely, than that one Mason should be deprived of his rights without due
process of law.
The special committee to whom this subject was referred, reported, and the Grand
Lodge adopted the following :
''That they have carefully considered the points presented by the Grand Master,
and find that in all essentials, they are sufficiently convered by our law as it now
stands, and that due Masonic trial is secured to delinquents under present enact-
ment, and they therefore report that no necessity exists at this time for further
legislation upon the matter."
We confess that we do not understand the value of this action. From the known
bias of the chairman of the committee reporting it, we should infer that it was
intended to sustain the views of the Grand Master as to the binding force of the
resolution referred to above ; while from the fact that it was unanimously adopted
would indicate that the disturbing resolution was not alluded to in the words "under
present enactment," because the entire Committee on Masonic Law and Jurispru-
dence, including Past Grand Masters Todd and Fellows, had declared that under
it " due Masonic trial " is not secured to the delinquent.
Having legislated against non-affiliation and non-affiliates, the Grand Master is of
opinion that seeming impediments to affiliation should be removed, such as the
affiliation fee required by some lodges, the restriction requiring application to be
made to the lodge nearest the petitioner's residence, and the further restriction that
one who has applied for membership in one lodge, cannot apply to any other without
the consent of the first. We are glad to note that these last named restrictions were
removed. The Committee on Jurisprudence, reporting the necessary amendments,
say:
" The place of membership to a Mason should be at his option, and no sufficient
reason can be urged why the non-affiliated Mason should be required to apply to the
lodge under whose territorial jurisdiction he may be residing, when it is not his
choice or desire to become an active member of such lodge. The restrictions
imposed in sections 45 and 48 of the by-laws doubtless have had the effisct of
prolonging the time of non-affiliation in many cases. While we acknowledge a
Mason as entitled to all Masonic privileges throughout the inhabitable globe, cer-
tainly we should not restrict an active membership, at the will and choice of the
brother within our jurisdiction."
The Grand Master called attention to the fact that in trials where the accused had
been adjudged guilty, it sometimes happened that in balloting on the degree of
punishment to be awarded, the lodge would negative all punishment. The Grand
Lodge followed his suggestion in seeking a remedy, and provided that where the
lodge failed to suspend, the accused should stand sentenced to reprimand in open
lodge.
This was formerly, for a brief period, the law in this jurisdiction, but it was
thought better not to relieve a lodge of its just responsibility in the matter, and our
law now requires that when a conviction is had upon a charge of unmasonic con-
duct, " punishment shall follow, which shall be proportionate to the offense."
If the lodge fails to award punishment proportionate to the oifense, the Grand
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS.
Lodge will not only modify the sentence on appeal, but will deal with the lodge if it
has been wilfully derelict in the performance of its duties.
The Grand Master entered into a long argument to prove that the Grand Master
may accept the resignation of an officer of a lodge, and that it is not the right of the
Senior Warden to succeed to the powers and duties of the chair in case the Master
is permanently absent; or in other words, that it is not an interference with the
rights of a Warden for the Grand Master to order an election to fill a vacancy
caused by the death or resignation of the Master.
His argument drawn from the Ancient Charges, does not strike us as being
strong. He says :
" The Ancient Charges say : ' When a Fellow Craftsman is chosen Warden
under the Master, he shall be true both to Master and Fellows, shall carefully
oversee the work in the Master's absence to the Lord's profit, and his brethren shall
obey him.' And speaking of the Master, 'tis thus : ' The Master knowing himself
to be able of cunning shall undertake the Lord's work.' To me the difference in
the language and the words undertake and oversee is obvious. To oversee implies
an obligation to carry out the Master's designs during his absence under a sense of
accountability to him on his return, whilst to undertake does not convey the same
sense of subordination, but is the act of the responsible head."
If there is any force in this verbal criticism, it disappears when these quotations
are. placed beside another portion of the same charge (V.) which says : " The most
expert of the Fellow Craftsmen shall be chosen or appointed the Master or overseer
of the Lord's work " Masonic opinion is so firmly fixed adversely to the Grand
Master's views, that we do not think his reasoning likely to disturb it.
As to the resignation of an officer, the Committee on Jurisprudence — the Grand
Lodge concurring — say :
" While it is generally conceded that an officer once installed cannot resign, yet
extraordinary circumstances may arise under which a resignation should be accepted.
And the prerogative of the Grand Master alone entitles him to judge whether or not
such circumstances exist."
The Grand Master reported a surplus of the overflow relief fund, amounting to
515,429 01, of which he says:
" What disposition can be made of these funds contributed in the name of Univer-
sal benevolence and Charity ? I would suggest that the amount be invested by or
under the auspices of the Grand Lodge, through the Grand Lodge Hall Directors or
some other committee, as a nucleus for the creation of a perpetual fund, whereof the
annual interest only should be turned over to and used by the Louisiana Relief
Lodge in their noble work of relieving distress.
" Besides creating thus a constant source of revenue, which doubtless may be
increased from time to time, it would perpetuate the memory of the kindness of our
sister Grand Lodges shown us in that hour of distress, and its revenues would also
be returned to the donors, as the relief afforded would go to brothers of other juris
dictions than Louisiana."
The suggestion was adopted by the Grand Lodge, with the proviso that in case of
another overflow or epidemic, the Directors might expend of the principal such por-
tion as might be deemed necessary.
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The Grand Master submitted ten decisions, most of which are of purely local in-
terest. We copy two that are of general application :
4. " The edict of non-intercourse against the Grand Orient of France, cannot be
evaded by one under its obedience, who being a regular Mason, seeks to obtain
membership in one of our lodges through the forms of a second initiation, which I
prohibited as clearly an evasion of the edict of non-intercourse, whilst the only way
open to the applicant, was by severing first his connection with and obedience to his
lodi;e, and the Grand Orient by regular dimission, after which an application for
affiliation would be regular and could be entertained.
10. "The simple fact that an account claimed is not paid and even denied does
not constitute a Masonic offense, and a lodge would not be wrong in refusing to
entertain charges based only on such a complaint."
The report of Deputy Grand Master Fleming is long, and shows that he had
fairly divided the labors of the year with the Grand Master, whose appointee he is
in this jurisdiction.
One of his decisions, with which we thoroughly agree, is, substantially, that the by-
laws of a lodge relating to dues covers the whole ground of p.^cuniaiy contributions,
and that no additional assessment can be collected of the members without changing
the law. He speaks favorably of the operation of their ready method of forfeiting
membership (practical suspension) for non-payment of dues. Several of the Dis-
trict Deputies also regard it with much favor.
The very elaborate and complete report of the Grand Secretary shows that no
dispensations for new lodges had been issued during the year. It shows also that
the contributions from the Craft, outside of Louisiana, for the relief of the brethren
of the overflowed district, amounted to about twenty-six thousand dollars. By inad.
vertence the contribution of this jurisdiction is either not included or is credited to
some other State. The reoort of Louisiana Relief Lodge shows disbursements,
during the year, amounting to $1,029.00, five dollars of which was for the benefit of
brethren from Illinois.
Fifteen newly appointed Grand Representatives from as many jurisdictions were
introduced and received with the honors of Masonry, whereupon the following,
submitted by Past Grand Master Fellows, was adopted :
"Resolved, That the Credentials of the Representatives of our sister Grand
Lodges near this Grand Lodge, be vised by the Grand Secretary, with the seal of
thi ^ Grand L ■ ige attached, and that the same be returned thus vised to the Repre-
se-^'.itives."
By unanimous vote the constitutional amendment, noticed by us last year, requir-
ing the constituent lodges to enforce uniformity of work " in the means of recogni-
tion," and " in the ties that bind us together as Masons," was adopted.
We take great pleasure in giving currency to the belief expressed by the Special
Committee on the Southern Masonic Female College, "that if we could only give
our daughters, on whom really rest the hopes of our country, a thorough education,
that the silver-shod horse of a despot would never trample upon ttie ruined fabric
of our freedom."
John Graham Fleming, of New Orleans, wns elected Grand Master; James (".
Batchelor, M. D., New Orleans (Drawer No. S72), re-elected Grand Secretary.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. LXXXI
The report on cotrespondence (p. 210) reviews the proceedings of forty-seven
American Grand Lodges ; contains notices of eight foreign Grand Bodies, partly
original and partly taken frona the New York report, and a digest of jurisprudence
touching certain points deemed to be of present interest to the Craft of Louisiana,
with running commentary thereon. It is presumably the work of Bro. William R.
Whitaker, the chairman, though signed by three members of the committee. It is
elegantly and forcibly written, and evinces wit, a discriminating judgment, and un-
failing courtesy, that sure index of a truly Masonic temper.
Our proceedings were received at the eleventh hour, too late for careful review.
Bro. Whitaker says :
" We can only acknowledge the receipt of the large volume — 450 pages, of which,
Bro. Joseph Robbins' correspondence report appropriates 235. Under the head of
Non-payment of Dues and Non-affiliation, we make the only notice of the report
that time and space will permit."
Under the head of Non-affiliation, we find the following :
" Respecting Deputy Grand Master Fleming's decision, reported last year, that a
Mason more than twelve months unaffiliated, ' has but one absolute Masonic right,
viz : to apply for affiliation,' the Correspondence Committee of Illinois, (1874,) Bro.
Robbins observes :
'We dissent in so far as it assumes to be an exposition of general Masonic law, holding
that non-affiliation deprives a brother only of those privileges which belong to lodge
membership, leaving him with all the general rights of a Mason intact. '
" Bro Robbins does not apparently, venerate his own Grand Lodge by-laws,
which say, in perhaps not quite so quotable a form, precisely what Bro. Fleming
decided."
He then quotes Sec. 2, Art. 21, Part Second, of our By Laws, with the effect to
show what hereabouts needs no demonstration. The fact, however, that Bro. Flem-
ing's decision accords with our recent legislation, does not demonstrate that it is
correct as an exposition of General Masonic law. The point we made was, that it
was not correct, and this point the " you're another" style of argument does not
touch.
Under the head of non-payment of dues, he reproduces the Louisiana resolution,
imposing penalties for that " offense. " {III. Report, 1^"]^, p. LXXVl) and observes :
" Bro. Robbins (Illinois For. Cor., 1874,) quotes the above regulation of Louisi-
ana, and calls ' attention to the fact that the Grand Lodge of Louisiana decides that
a Mason may be suspended without being adjudged guilty of any Masonic offense —
a heresy, we are constrained to say, wherever it may have had its birth.'
" We have already, and sufficiently we think, exposed the fallacy of this argu-
ment (?) against our mode of disciplining members who can, and will not, support
and maintain lodge by-laws on the subject of lodge dues. But we beg Bro. Robbins
to notice that the law of Illinois is, in the case of these delinquents, remarkably like
that of Louisiana. If we suspend without adjudging a brother guilty of Masonic
offense, so do our brothers of Illinois ! "
Quoting from Art. VIII, Part Third, of our By-Laws, to show that non-payment
of dues is an offense in Illinois, and also what is our mode of discipline, he concludes
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on the whole that the Louisiana resolution is more liberal than our by-law, and that
" if there is heresy in either plan of discipline, we are heretics together."
If it be true that in Illinois a brother may be suspended without being adjudged
guilty of a Masonic oftense, then so much the worse for Illinois.
The question, for the moment, is not whether suspension from Masonic privileges
is a proper penalty for non-payment of lodge dues, but whether that penalty can be
inflicted without a judgment of guilt by the body inflicting it, and yet no violence be
done to the established principles of jurisprudence. Our brother assumes that the
lodge does pass on the question of guilt. Perhaps it does, yet if it does, it does so
gratuitously.
The Grand Lodge says, in effect, by its legislation, " Given a certain set of surface
facts and guilt is assumed, all you have to do is to affix the penalty, even to the depri-
vation of all Masonic rights.'" This is accusation by legislation, a denial of the pre-
sumption of innocence to the accused, and a heresy, we repeat, wherever it may pre-
vail. It is an entering wedge tending to the destruction of those safe-guards with
which Masonry has ever hedged the sanctity of individual rights.
We find Bro. Whitaker giving expression to the same views advanced by us in
our notice of Maine, two years ago, relative to the validity of work in the absence
of the charter. He says :
" Why should the lodge rest while the charter is in the ante-room ? Perhaps
most lodges do cease from labor when the charter is not in the lodge room, but why
should they? Of course no body of Masons has a right to do Masonic work without
a charter or dispensation from competent authority has been given, duly empowering
them ; but what is it that gives them the right to work, the permission and authoriza-
tion of the Grand Lodge or the Grand Master, as the case may be, or the parchment
or paper, one of the mere evidences of the grant of that permission and authoriza-
tion? Is not the lodge as much empowered to wo^k, while the charter is unsus-
pended and unrevoked, with the charter in the ante-room, or in the Worshipful
Master's safe even, as when it is physically present, in the view of the assembled
brethren, in the lodge room ? It is the grant of power that gives the lodge vitality,
and if that grant remains undisturbed, should the absence or destruction of one of
the evidences of the grant render it of no avail ? "
Relative to the general disfavor with which the practice of granting dispensations to
to confer degrees out of the regular time, is regarded he says, with force, that the Grand
Masters prerogatives appertain to the station of right, and while they should not be
abused, they should be exercised when wisdom sees a necessity for their use, and
never disclaimed or abdicated. He thinks fully enough bad temper has been
displayed on the subject of the " Masonic baptism," as administered in accordance
with the A. and A. Scottish Rite, and says, " such proceedings are not enacted in
our name, are beyond our control, and impose on us no responsibility," of which
we may remark, in passing, that they are enacted in the name of Masonry, to
which we, as Master Masons, have a prescriptive right ; that we know not how
soon some kindred folly may precipitate the question as to whether they are beyond
our control ; and that whenever such things bring discredit on the fraternity, it
imposes upon us the responsibility' of repudiating them. He asks in what the
necessity or propriety consists of the exceptional preliminary formality of opening
a lodge of Master Masons before opening the Grand Lodge, a conundrum which
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we fear no fellow can find out ; thinks a lodge has no right to try a brother for any
oftense committed before he became a Mason, except in the sole instance of fraud
perpetrated upon the fraternity in obtaining Masonic light ; tells the author of the
Delaware one-page report on correspondence, that the Masonic students of Del-
aware will thank him for — a rest ; doubts the legitimacy of Masonic mutual relief
associations, and thinks Grand Lodges should not be induced to enter into any
entangling alliances with business speculations, whereon we offer him our Jg^* ;
calls the Idaho decision that where a lodge has relinquished jurisdiction over an
Entered Apprentice or Fellow Craft, by granting him permission to apply to another
lodge for advancement, the lodge so relinquishing jurisdiction cannot resume it, in
case he is rejected without permission from the rejecting lodge, " new doctrine,''
■whereas we think wider or more careful reading will convince him that it is not only
not new, but well nigh universal; thinks Grand Master Chapman right in his
objection to a fee for dispensatiohs to confer degrees " out of time," as interfering
with the Grand Master's prerogative, and making merchandise of the dispensing
power and the applicant's necessities; holds that change of venue is proper in
certain cases ; disagrees with the Oregon decision that it is inconsistent with the
spirit and intent of Masonry for a lodge to entertain any proposition to provide on
arrange by the appointment of committees or otherwise for Masonic balls ; de-
nounces as violative of duty and Masonic obligation toward distressed brothers, a
proposition made in West Virginia, that traveling brethren asking assistance should
be compelled to present a lodge certificate showing good standing, and wonders
whether Bro. GlHSON meditated a pun when he moved " that the standing com-
mittees be permitted to sit during the session ?"
MAINE.
The Grand Lodge met at Portland, May 4, 1S75.
Grand Master Cargill announced the death of Past Grand Master TiMOTHY
Chase, and of Samuel L. Coller, District Deputy Grand Master of the Seventh
District. Bro. Chase was upwards of eighty years old, and had been a Mason fifty-
seven years. A fine steel portrait of him graces the volume a> a frontispiece — a
strong, good face.
Of dimission, the Grand Master says:
" I know of no authority any lodge has for withholding a dimit from any brother
in good standing, and clear of the books. I am aware that in some instances a
withdrawal of certain brethren from a lodge might be a great disadvantage ; yet I
hold that any brother wishing to leave, and having fulfilled all his obligations to the
lodge, should not be hindered in so doing. Non-affiliation I dislike very much, yet
if brethren wish so to do, I think they must be left free."
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From the fourteen decisions reported by him, we take the following :
4. "A lodge, by misapprehension as to the time, held a meeting, as a stated
meeting, on the wrong day. A minute should be made on the record of such
meeting ' Held by mistake ; ' and the business should come before the lodge, at the
next stated meeting, as if it had never been acted upon.
5. "No less number than seven Master Masons should attempt to do the work of
a lodge.
6. "A Secretary of a lodge absolutely refuses to obey the instructions of the
lodge and orders of the W. Master. What shall be done ?
" Cause charges to be filed against him for willful disobedience, and try him for
the same ; and if found guilty punish him.
9. "Any lodge has the right to take the funds, to hire help if need be, to take
care of their sick.
10. "A brother applies for a certificate of membership. The Secretary refuses
to give it. What is to be done ?
" If the brother is in good standing in the lodge, his request should be granted.
If not in good standing, charges should be filed against him and he be summoned
for trial.
12. " No valid assessment can be made on members of a lodge for any purpose
outside of their obligations as a lodge, except for the Grand Lodge.
14. "A man sent a petition into a lodge for the degrees of Masonry, signed by a
friend, who was a member of the lodge, and the lodge received the petition,
although no money for the same was with it, and referred it to a Committee of
Inquiry. In due time the committee reported, a ballot was taken, and the man
declared rejected. Was the rejection legal, and should it be so recorded ?
" The lodge erred in not having the petition signed by the applicant before
receiving it, and a fee with it, both being contrary to requirements of the Grand
Lodge ; but these errors do not annul the ballot. The man put (or suffered to be
put for him) his petition into the lodge for the degrees of Masonry, and he must
abide the result. I therefore decide that he was legally rejected."
Referring to No. 10, of course we can't understand how a member against whom
charges have not already been filed, can fail to be " in good standing." He might
be in bad odor — and his offense not be very rank at that — but how his standing can
be bad when no charge has been proven against him, we cannot understand, much
less when none has been lodged against him. We think No. 14 is correct.
A lodge violated the regulations of the Grand Lodge in the admission of a can-
didate to the degrees of Masonry after he had been rejected by the ballot, and after
written and verbal objections had been made by members of the lodge. The Grand
Master arrested the charter, suspended the Master from all the rights and benefits of
Masonry until the meeting of the Grand Lodge, where he and several of his advis-
ers were ordered to appear. [The Grand Lodge revoked the charter of the Lodge ;
expelled the Master and one of his co-adjutors who was a Past Master, from the
rights and benefits of Masonry, indefinitely suspended seven of the members, and (a
petition having been sent up for a restoration of the charter,) ordered the charter to
be restored to those of the petitioners who were formerly members of the lodge, in
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS.
conjunction with other former members whom the Grand Master might deem wor-
thy, at any time he thought proper after the proposed members should have secured
a suitable hall, properly arranged, and for the sole use of Masonic bodies ; and
that too without drawing upon the present funds of the lodge, which were directed
to be invested as a charity fund by the lodge, the income thereof alone to be used
for that purpose.]
We judge that the provision in the Maine constitution, under, which the Grand
Master, for dereliction of duty, or other unmasonic conduct, " may suspend a
brother or lodge until the next communication of the Grand Lodge," is there
regarded as in the nature of a grant of power by the Grand Lodge, inasmuch as he
is required to present his reasons therefor in writing. Years ago the question came
up in our own jurisdiction, where no such definite constitutional provision existed,
whether the Grand Master could by his action impair the standing of a brother;
but it was never passed upon by the Grand Lodge, and in the then existing con-
dition of affairs, no such temperate discussion as would be of any value, was
possible. The Grand Master further says:
"A case has been presented to me, in which a brother had a cause of his own on
trial in our Supreme Judicial Court, and on opening his case in his own behalf
before the juiy, several of whom were Masons, alluded to an appeal he made to an
important witness of the other party as a ^Brother Mason^ which allusion was
supposed by those in court to be made with intent to influence the jury in his favor
(the other party not being a Mason), thereby bringing our beloved institution into
disrepute, and subverting it to the basest of purposes."
The matter went to a committee who will report next year.
The report of the Grand Secretary shows that the contributions of the Craft in
Maine, coming into his hands for the relief of the sufferers by flood in the Missis-
sippi valley, amounted to $1,221 35.
The Library Committee acknowledge the receipt of bound copies of our Consti-
tution and reprint, for which the thanks of the Grand Lodge were tendered.
Albert Moore, of North Anson, was elected Grand Master; Ira Berry, Port-
land, re-elected Grand Secretary.
Two charters were granted, and in another case the Grand Master was authorized
either to issue a charter or continue the dispensation ; the work of the second degree
exemplified; a revised constitution adopted; the Grand Lodge of Wyoming Terri-
tory recognized, and the following action had :
"A complaint was made against a member of the Grand Lodge, for unmasonic
conduct during the present session, and in contempt of the Grand Lodge. A reso-
lution expelling him from all the rights and benefits of Freemasonry, was adopted ;
and the Grand Secretary was ordered forthwith to notify the Secretary of the lodge
of which the expelled brother was Master, of this action ; and through the Secretary
to direct the Senior Warden to take charge of the lodge as W. Master."
The revised Constitution is very complete, and its arrangement is excellent. Its
provisions relating to appeals accord with what we conceive to be the paramount
law. Under them, the Grand Lodge may, as under our own statutes, confirm, modify
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or reverse the proceedings appealed from, give such final judgment as it deems just,
or remand the case for a new trial. The unjust rule of its old Constitution is re-
versed, and w^hen it novi^ reverses or abrogates the judgment of a lodge, suspending
or expelling a brother, he is at once entitled to all his Masonic rights and privileges,
including membership in his lodge.
It differs from our law in permitting a motion to lay on the table, which we regard
as interfering with the prerogative of the Grand Master to regulate and terminate
debate : provides for proxies of lodges who are entitled to seats, and, in the absence
of the Master and Wardens, to votes in Grand Lodge ; provides that any oflScer be-
low the rank of Junior Warden may resign; preserves the ancient and just rule of
one ballot for all the degrees ; permits, we are sorry to see, clergj'men to receive the
degrees without fee ; in trials, on the question of guilt or innocence, instead of the
secret ballot, requires each member to answer viva voce in turn, commencing with
the youngest ; and claims for the Grand Lodge the power to try and punish any
Mason residing within its jurisdiction, which of course includes those not members
of its own body, and therein we think trenches upon the landmark.
The report on correspondence (145 pp.) is again from the pen of Bro. JosiAH H.
Drummond, and again by its thoroughness and wide information easily makes us
all his debtors. He reviews the proceedings of forty-six American Grand Lodges,
including our own, to which he devotes nearly thirteen pages. He thus dissents
from the decision of Grand Master Hawlev, "that the rejection of a candidate by
a lodge not having territorial jurisdiction, does not debar the lodge having jurisdic-
tion from conferring the degrees upon such candidate without the consent of the
rejecting lodge."
" We do not believe in the correctness of the second, unless the converse shall be
held to be law, that if one receives the degrees in a lodge not having jurisdiction, he
does not become a Mason. But the latter is not law, and we hold that, when one
applies to a lodge and is rejected, he cannot complain if he is required to have the
consent of that lodge before he can be made a Mason."
Referring to the case of Full Moon Lodge, and throwing in an exclamation point
to indicate how the idea of an appeal from the order of the Grand Master struck
him, he says of the report of the Committee on Jurisprudence thereon :
" The last portion of the report is in accordance with the views expressed by us
last year in a similar case in Montana : the first portion of the report seems to us of
questionable correctness, in the absence of any regulation of the Grand Lodge ; but
the question is an entirely new one to us, and we have not given it full considera-
tion, nor examined to ascertain if it has any precedent.'"
Copying the communication from the District Grand Lodge of New South Wales,
he says :
" This is in accordance with the practice for many years in the Dependencies of
the British Crown. The Grand Lodges of England, Ireland and Scotland, have
claimed and exercised concurrent, but, as against all the rest of the world, exclusivn
jurisdiction in the Dependencies until Independent Grand Lodges have been erected
therein. This claim has never been denied, save by one or two in the Quebec con-
troversy, and that evidently without being acquainted with the true state of facts.
GRAXD LODGE OF ILLINOIS. LXXXVII
The American Grand Lodges are bound to sustain the claims of this circular, until
an Independent Grand Lodge shall be regularly established in that Colony."'
In copying, with commendation, some remarks of ours found in our notice of
Arkansas, ending with the words " merited reprobation," his printer has made us
say " approbation," thus, as we were speaking of certain peccadilloes, placing us in
rather an equivocal position before the " unco guid." With which did he " agree,"
the original or the amended reading ?
Quoting also, under the same head, our remarks on the right of burial, he
asks :
" Is the ' right of burial ' an absolute or a qualified right ? If the former, Bro.
ROBBINS is right; if the latter, he is wrong. We were hoping to have his views
upon this point. Is it not like the right of visitation ? '"
Our brother will permit us to refer him to page second of this report, where he
will find that we do not regard it as a qualified right. Admit that anybody may
lawfully deny it, and it ceases to be a right ; it is only a privilege. On the page
referred to, we remark that the unanimity with which legislators seeking to punish
the non-affiliate, include Masonic burial among the deprivations he is to suffer,
shows how universally it is regarded as a right. The statutes of the Grand Lodge
of .Maine recognize it as a right, as do our own. We copy a portion of sec. 1X2 of
the Maine constitution, engrafted there by Bro. Drummond, which illustrates this
clearly. The section requires every brother to be affiliated, or, if he tries and is
rejected, to cause himself to be enrolled upon a special Grand Lodge Register, and
pay yearly dues of one dollar, and continues :
"Any unaffiliated Mason registered as above provided, shall be entitled to Masonic
relief for himself and family, to Masonic burial, to the right of visiting, and uniting
in all Masonic ceremonies and labors, as if affiliated : but no Master Mason unaffili-
ated, unless rigistered as above provided, shall be entitled to such rights, except such
of them as may be voluntarily accorded to him by the lodges or brethren."
Assuredly, if Masonic burial were already reckoned among the privileges or
courtesies that might be accorded or withheld by the lodges and brethren at pleasure,
neither the Grand Lodge nor Bro. D. would have provided that it should become
so as a penalty for non-affiliation.
To the question whether it is not like the right of visitation, we answer that it
seems to us to be very nearly akin to it; but we will recur to this aspect of the
subject hereafter.
The practice in Maine is the same as that in Illinois in respect to lodges U. D.,
but he thinks while a member of an old lodge is acting with a lodge U. D. his mem-
bership in the former should be suspended.
Continuing the discussion of the Oriental Star Lodge case, he says :
" We may be overcautious in this matter, from the fact that one of our lodges in
anti-masonic times, undertook to transfer their funds to trustees, to be held and
distributed for charitable purposes, preparatoiy to a surrender of their charter. The
Grand Lodge then determined that a lodge could not thus transfer its funds, to be
held and distributed, without the consent of the Grand Lodge, and that decision was
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universally approved. Bro. R. does not deny that under the civil law a trustee can-
not transfer the trust to another party to administer without the consent of the proper
tribunal. The Grand Lodge, having a reversionary interest in all lodge funds, does
not, by conferring upon a lodge the power to hold and distribute them in charity,
confer the additional power to transfer that trust to any other party to be adminis-
tered. If we concede the right of a lodge to transfer the funds to another lodge,
upon the principle stated by Bro. R., we concede its right to transfer them to any
other trustees to be administered in the same manner. Under our law, civil and
masonic, a lodge has no right to accumulate a permanent fund save for charitable
purposes : and our argument was based upon that idea. If we once allow lodges to
make any transfer of their permanent fund, there is no limit to which they may not
go, and the only safe rule is that of the civil law, that the administration of a trust
shall not be transferred to another without the consent of the supervising power.
The fact that in this case, the Grand Lodge gave its consent, does not affect in the
slightest degree the principle that that consent must be obtained."
The decision of his Grand Lodge that was universally, we believe, was also prop-
erly approved, because the proposed transfer was an act preparatory to a surrender of
the charter, and an attempt to evade the law under which in such cases the lodge
funds revert to the Grand Lodge. We acknowledge the force of his argument so
far as it is based upon their law, under which a lodge has no right to accumulate a
permanent fund, save for charitable purposes. Under general masonic usage, how-
ever, the reversionary interest of a Grand Lodge in the funds of a lodge, does not
assert itself so long as such funds are devoted to Masonic uses, and if the right to
transfer them is not conceded, the process of transferring is not interfered with. We
know of lodges that literally emptied their treasuries in a moment when the cry of
distress came from Chicago, transferring all their available funds to the Board of
Relief; and that since then have diverted funds in which the Grand Lodge had a
reversionary interest, in trust to parties in Memphis, Shreveport and New Orleans.
Boards of Relief, for whose maintainance lodges set apart a fixed per centage of
their income, afford an apt illustration here, because they are bodies not known to
the Grand Lodge.
Perhaps still more to the point are those constantly occurring cases where lodges
respond with material aid to appeals from the lodge that must build a bailor disband,
and is too poor to build alone ; the lodge that has been burned out, or has had its
home destroyed by a tornado.
The rule that the administration of a trust shall not be transferred to another with-
out the consent of the supervising power, is undoubtedly the safe and correct rule,
but usage would seem to indicate that cases like the one that precipitated this
discussion, do not come within the definition of a trust.
He quotes us still further, a part of which we reproduce with his comments
thereon :
' ' This brings us to the very pith and marrow of all these questions. Does one's claim
to needed Masonic charity rest upon the fact that he has contributed to the funds, or upon
the fact that he is a Mason '? »«» ** >* ♦
' ' Yet if we admit that ' the members of the lodge have an interest in the funds,' that
' they are to be held by the lodge and distributed in chanty,. ^rsi! to its own members,' do
we not countenance a system of pecuniary claim and obligation V such a system alone as
would forbid, on the score of equity, a transfer of the funds ?' '
" We do not admit that the case under consideration turns upon the question he
proposes. We fully agree with him that the general claim to relief is upon us as
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indh'iduals., and grows out of our character as Masons, and does not depend on our
contributions to the funds. This is the primary and general Masonic law, as to and
among Masons as indh'iduals. But we, for convenience, have gone further. We
have created funds in the hands of lodges, to be held and distributed in charity,
which we cannot use in discharge of our individual duties. If these funds are
held for any other than charitable purposes, Bro. R must admit that the " members
have an interest in them." If they are held for charitable purposes, a member has
the first claim upon them, not because he has contributed to them, but because of the
additional bonds between him and his fellow members, created by the lodge organ-
ization. In other words, the fact of being a Mason gives us certain claims and
imposes certain duties in respect to all Masons ; and the fact of membership in a
lodge gives us additional claims, and imposes additional duties in respect to our
fellow members ; yet neither countenances a system of pecuniary claim and
obligation.
As we view it, the covenants of Masonry fix the charitable responsibilities of every
brother beyond our power to add to or take from. Already bound to every brother
to the extent of his necessities and our abilities, if lodge membenship imposed
additional obligations in this direction, which it does not, we must of necessity be
forced from the ground of Masonic charity, already completely covered, into a
system of pecuniary claim and obligation.
He insists that he does mean that suicide is no more prima facia evidence of
insanity than the commission of any other crime, having regard to the quality of the
evidence, not of the degree. Just so : we think that the evidence furnished by an
act committed in opposition to an educated moral sense only, difters both in quality
and degree from that afforded by an act which flics in the face not only of the moral
sense, but of that instinct which is proverbially regarded as the first law of nature.
We quote him on another subject:
" In one respect he makes a strong point against us. We commented last year
upon his denial of the right of a Grand 1 -odge to forbid the recognition of a Mason,
made in another jurisdiction while a resident in its own : in reply, he quotes our
remark, that ' We have always understood that the making of a Mason forecloses
all question of his eligibility, so far as he is concerned : those making him may be
punished for doing it, and he, also, if he was a party to the fraud, hut only after due
trial.'' This is not such a clincher as it seems : refusing recognition under such
circumstances is no punishment : when a Grand Lodge has a law, that if a resident
of its jurisdiction goes abroad and receives the degrees, he shall not be recognized
as a Mason when he returns, and one goes and does so, he is deprived of no rights.
Many a State has a law, that if residents, with intent to evade its laws in relation to
marriage, and to return and reside there, go elsewhere and be married and then
return and reside in such State said marriage shall be void therein. The law does
not punish such parties for getting married in violation of law, but says to them,
such a marriage shall not be recognized by us : so the Grand Lodge does not punish
the man for being made a Mason in violation of its laws, but refuses to recognize
that he has been made."
If " the making of a Mason forecloses all question of his eligibility, so far as he
is concerned," then we take it that he viands prima facia as a lawfully made Mason.
Now what we originally denied, was the right of a Grand Lodge to declare a brother
who was made in a lodge which it recognized as lawful, to be a clandestine Mason.
We deny too, utterly, that a Grand I^odge has a right to deprive, either directly or
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indirectly, a Mason (whose making has foreclosed all questions of his eligibility,) of
the rights of which he is in lawful possession, until he shall have been adjudged
gnilty of a Masonic oft'ense by a competent judicial tribunal, after due trial. To
deny a brother his rights without process is an outrage, because it visits upon him-
the same consequences which would follow punishment, regardless of those forms of
law without whose observance punishment cannot be lawfully inflicted.
Further alluding to our report, he says :
" He devotes much of his report to the discussion of various questions arising out
of the action of the difl'erent Grand Lodges on the subject of non-affiliation, and we
heartily concur with him in the main. We deprecate, as he does, the tendency to
make the institution a health or life insurance company in any degree or respect.
In one matter, we gave him cause to misapprehend us. We endorsed certain extracts-
of the purport that a lodge to be a success must be in a sound financial condition :
but the remark, we endorsed, went further, and included forced contributions for
charitable purposes. We say now, that financial soundness is absolutely necessary
for the success of a lodge : and it should avoid running in debt, and should require
the payment of dues sufficient to pay its working expenses and keep it out of debt^
and if it has a fair margin in the treasury, so much the better. To meet these
expenses, members ot lodges have from time immemorial been required to contribute
equally, without regard to their pecuniary ability. In Portland Lodge, from 1769 to-
1805, we do not remember that the record shows a single instance of the remission
of the dues, and all members were required to pay them. While lodge funds were
often voted in charity, it was the frequent custom to take contributions when calls for
charity were made : and though it was taken for granted that all surplus funds
which might be accumulated, should be held and distributed in charity, ^^•e eannot
discover that it was regarded as a duty to collect dues for that purpose. So far as
our endorsement of that extract may be understood as favoring the plan of distribu-
ting Masonic charity, wholly or generally, through the machinery of the lodge, we
recall it as inconsistent with our theory and practice. But right here we desire to
prevent any inference, that we view with any sentiments other than of the highest
approval, the operations of Boards of Relief, or of lodges in respect to charity. Let
each brother, each lodge, each Board of Relief contribute according to their own-
ability (of which they are the sole judge) to aid the needy, according to their
necessities.
" But the collection of funds for such purposes by lodges, leads to another ques--
tion. Should a Mason be compelled to contribute for charitable purposes more than
he feels aide to give ? Put in that form, the very fundamental principle of Masonry
answers the question in the negative. But ought he to lose his Masonic rights, if he
fails to pay as much as the other members of his lodge feel able and choose to pay ?
If he remains in the lodge, he >?insf pay; the alternative is to go out of the lodge
'under pain of what may fall thereon.' If he remains in, he must pay not only his
share of the expenses of the lodge, but also of what it may choose to raise (under
its by-laws) for charitable purposes : if he cannot do this, he must go out. If he
goes out, what rights and privileges must he lose ? The natural answer would seem
to be, those rights and privileges that are conferred by the lodge organization. If he
loses no more than these, he cannot complain ; and upon the plainest principles he
ought not to lose more. The old law did not make membership in a lodge an
essential element of the Masonic character. The ' old charges ' declare, not that
every Mason must be, but that every Mason ought to be a member of a lodge. In
the earlier days of Portland Lodge, membership was entirely voluntary : a member
could leave when he chose and without any vote of the lodge : yet visitors, after a
certain number of visits, were required to pay a fixed sum, though perhaps this was
done on account of the refreshments furnished. [On the other hand, the lodge
exercised the power, without question, of striking names from the roll, of suspend-
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ing and even of expelling without trial, charges or notice. And really, we are not
sure that substantial justice was not more universally done than under our present
system : and the knowledge of the fact that a Mason held his rights as such at the
pleasure of his lodge, or of that in whose jurisdiction he lived, conduced to influence
him to discharge his duties properly. We are fully aware of the heterdoxy of these
utterances, and yet if a man knowingly joins a society exercising such powers, he has
no ground of complaint. He can leave them when he chooses, and, when they get
tired'of him they leave him, and neither can complain in either case, for such was
the compact.]
" But to return : what rights and privileges are conferred by the lodge organiza-
tion ? Some of them are unquestioned, such as the right to participate in the
business and deliberations of the lodge ; and the right (in the sense above explained)
to relief from the funds of the lodge. To these, we add the right of Masonic
burial, for, as we understand the law, this ceremony can be performed only by a
lodge ; the right of visitation, for without a lodge there can be no visitation ; and
the right of uniting in Masonic ceremonies and labors that are performed only by a
lodge ; the test is. striking the lodge out of existence and ascertaining what rights
and privileges can then be enjoyed.
" After years of examination andin\estigation, the Grand Lodge of Maine has con-
formed its legislation as nearly as possible to these principles. It declares affiliation
a duty, and, therefore, prohibits the lodges from requiring an affiliation fee. It
provides that a Mason rejected from membership may register with the Grand Lodge,
pay one dollar a year, and be regarded as an affiliated Mason. But if neither affili-
ated or registered, he shall not be entitled to Masonic relief, to Masonic burial, to
the right of visiting or to unite in Masonic ceremonies or labors ; unless such rights
are voluntarily accorded to him by the lodges or brethren. We have tried this
system three years, and so far it has worked exceedingly well. It leaves to every
Mason to perform the duties which devolve upon him as such, and prohibits no
Mason or lodge from treating an unahliate as a Mason, or from performing towards
him the Masonic duties.
We agree with Bro. Drummon'd that when a brother becomes unaffiliated, if he
loses only those rights and privileges conferred by lodge organization, he cannot
complain ; and that upon the plainest principles he ought not to lose more. " What
rights and privileges are conferred by the lodge organization?" He answers, "The
test is striking the lodge out of existence and ascertaining what rights and privileges
can then be enjoyed."
Is this the test ? If lodges had always been what they are now, it would be ; but
they .have not. Is not this the test, rather, to divest the lodge of whatever has grown
out of its membership having become fixed and permanent, and ascertaining what
rights and privileges can then be enjoyed ? At a time when the lodge was an occa-
sional body, or, if more than that, was merely a skeleton body whose membership
was not fixed, but consisted of all the Masons who were within call when it met, the
same ceremonies were, or might have been, performed, as to-day. When there was
Masonic work to be pei-formed, a lodge could be assembled to do it ; when done the
lodge dissolved. Lodges were called together expressly to the end that the Craft
might enjoy the privileges of Masonry. When they became permanent bodies was
their mission changed ? Did they then come to exist for the express purpose, as
some seem to think, of withholding, instead of affording, opportunities tor enjoying
these privileges? When, or where, and how did the first Masons who united to
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form a permanent lodge, acquire the right to exclude the great mass of the Craft from
participation in privileges which up to that moment they were all equally entitled to
and held by the same tenure ?
Bro. Drummond well says that " the old law did not make membership in a lodge
an essential element of the Masonic character;" in other words, when lodges begun
to assume the character of permanent bodies, the law, while it encouraged affilia-
tion, fully recognized the voluntary nature of the institution. If the law then recog-
nized the right of a Mason to his choice in this respect ; if it did not make lodge mem-
bership an essential element of the Masonic character, does it now make it such, and
has it ceased to recognize the right of choice ?
Not only has the old law not been changed, but it cannot be changed ; and so far
as we remember the organic law of no Grand Lodge save that of Massachusetts,
is without a provision expressly recognizing its controlling and limiting power. Yet
one after another of the rights recognized at the time when the immemorial law crys-
talized into its present form, as belonging to the individual by virtue of his being a
Mason, have been declared contingent upon the narrow test of lodge membership,
until, in some jurisdictions, there is nothing left but the name, to a Mason who in
the exercise of the choice guaranteed him by the landmarks, chooses to remain
unaffiliated. Among these rights is the right to be present when the business of
Masonry is being done, commonly called the right of visitation, to which we
promised to recur. We have heretofore assented to the justice of the doctrine that
this right was properly limited by the will of the body, or a member thereof, which
the brother proposed to visit. We do not wholly deny it now, but we confess that
the train of reflection set in motion by Bro. Drummond's question, has modified our
previous opinion. While not denying the right to exclude a visitor while the busi-
ness of the lodge, and which concerns it alone, is under consideration, we find
ourselves very seriously doubting whether he may be properly excluded while the
lodge is engaged in the business of Masonry m which the whole Craft is equally inter-
ested. With this view of the subject in our mind, we have said that we thought the
right of visitation and the right of burial were akin. Bro. Drummond would
include the latter among the rights contingent on lodge membership, because, as he
understands the law, this ceremony can only be performed by a lodge. But we think
it must be held that when lodges, as now constituted, became heirs to the franchises
and privileges of the occasional lodges which preceded them, they inherited also
their duties, and among them that of burying the dead.
Of another but kindred subject, he says :
" In connection with this question, and also with that of jurisdiction to discipline,
Bro. ROBBINS denies certain powers to the Grand Lodge. We are not prepared to
sustain his views to the full extent. While under the common law of Masonry,
lodges have certain rights, yet as a rule they have only those conferred by the charter
and laws of the Grand Lodge, which is the supreme authority, legislative and
judicial. When a charter is granted, the Grand Lodge may limit the powers of the
body created by it as it pleases. Generally speaking, lodges are limited in their
powers, not only by the laws of the Grand Lodge in existence when the charter is
granted, but all those subsequently adopted. When lodges came to be chartered by
the Grand Lodge, their powers were such as the Grand Lodge chose to grant.
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Indeed, the very power to grant a charter by a body having no superior, implies the
pow^er to put in it such limitations and conditions as the body granting it chooses.
" In 1843, ^^^ Grand Lodge of Massachusetts adopted as a part of its constitution
the following : ' The Grand Lodge has also the inherent power of investigating,
regulating and deciding all matters relative to the Craft, or to particular lodges, or
to individual brothers; which power it may exercise either in itself or by such del-
egated authority, as, in its wisdom and discretion, it may appoint; but in the Grand
Lodge alone resides the power of revoking the charter of lodges and expelling
brethren from the Craft.' And the provision still remains in it. Some thirty years
ago, our Grand Lodge adopted a constitution in which the powers of the Grand
Lodge are set out in nine articles, which still remain the law. One of these gives
the power to the Grand Lodge alone to try its officers on any complaint against
them. It is worth remarking that the Grand Lodge of Missouri, when it revised its
constitution in 1870, adopted these nine articles, but whether from our constitution
or not, we cannot tell.
Whether we are right in denying certain powers to the Grand Lodge, hinges upon
the answers to these two questions : Are the powers of the Grand Lodge restricted
at all by the landmarks ? if yes. Do the landmarks contain anything limiting that
that body in the matter of disciplinary jurisdiction ?
Bro. Drummond seems disposed to answer the first question in the negative, and
cites the language of the Grand Constitution of Massachusetts in support of that
view. As we have before remarked, we know of no other Grand Lodge that claims
to be entirely independent of and unrestricted by the ancient law. So far as we
know, all other constitutions, including that of the first Grand Lodge, contain a pro-
vision that the old landmarks must be preserved. In Illinois, it assumes this shape :
''■ Provided, always, that the ancient landmarks of the institution be held inviolate;"
in Maine, "within the ancient constitutions and landmarks of Freemasonry.'"
If anything in Masonry can be considered landmarks, we presume there would be
no question between us that the " Charges of a Freemason," as compiled by Ander-
son, answer to that title ; and we hold of the sixth charge, that its language is broad
enough to cover fully the ground we have assumed in relation to penal jurisdic-
tion. We cannot better show his position on certain questions, than by quoting the
closing portion of his running commentary on a condensed statement of some mat-
ters in our report :
" He wishes Bro. Singleton ' would return to the old way of calling the Ma-
sonic institution a ' Fraternity,' which it is, instead of an ' Order,' which it is not '
— a criticism which hits us also, as we use the same term ' with malice aforethought,'
considering that the use of it in the constitutions of 1738 and Thomas's Constitution
of 1792 as being an ' old way ' enough to justify us, insists, very properly, that when
other organizations style themselves ' Masonir,' and do acts styled by them Masonic,
which are discreditable to the institution, an attack upon them therefor, is )iot an
'invasion of foreign soil,' but a ' defense of our own;' intends 'to urge on all proper
occasions a return to the old and just rule, that one ballot, if clear, entitles the appli-
cant to the three degrees of Symbolic Masoni-y ;' says that the Maine circular in
relation to the edict of non-intercourse by Canada, 'reflects very great credit upon
its author ;" combats with unanswerable logic the idea that advancement can be
properly stopped by the objection of one member ; and says a grea! many other
things we would be glad to quote, if space permitted.
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The position of Bio. Drummond as the head of the Northern Supreme Council
of the A. and A. Rite, invests his remarks on the attitude of that body towards Ma-
sonry, with the first importance. Quoting the language of Bro^ Gibson, of New
York, relative to the claim that the Supreme Councils had waived their right to
confer the symbolic degrees within the territory of an existing Grand Lodge, he
says:
" We presume a Grand Chapter might establish a body and call it a Masonic
lodge, but we do not apprehend that we need have very serious apprehensions that
it ever will be done; or, if attempted, that any veiy serious evil would result from
it, as such a body would be held to be clandestine. The same is true of the A. and
A. Rite ; and there is no more reason to apprehend that that Rite will take such a
course than there is that the Grand Chapters will.
" The organic law of the Northern Supreme Council is that the degrees ' shall not
be conferred upon any person unless he is a Master Mason in good standing, in the
State of his residence.'
" It has never included the first, second and third degrees in its list of degrees,
and has never from its organization conferred any of them : on the contrary, it has
always expressly recognized the fact that symbolic lodges have exchisive jurisdiction
over them : when the Rite was first introduced into this jurisdiction, it was expressly
stated that ' the first, second and third degrees are given in the symbolic lodge : ' in
every instance in which the question has arisen, it has maintained to the uttermost
the doctrine that the Grand Lodges have exclusive jurisdiction over the symbolic
degrees.
"But further : it is the settled law of the Supreme Council that discipline by the
symbolic lodge carries its eiifect to the rights of any of its members. If his lodge
should expel the Grand Commander, and the expulsion be confirmed by the Grand
Lodge, he would be held to be expelled in the A. and A. Rite. That this is no
mere theory, j^roof has already been given. An active member of the Supreme
Council was expelled by the Grand Lodge of New "\'ork, and was held by the
Supreme Council to be thereby expelled from all his rights as a Scottish Mason ; he
was afterwards restored by that Grand Lodge, and the Supreme Council expressly
decided that such restoration restored him in the Scottish Rite.
" In view of these things, are we not borne out in our assertion that there is as
much danger of the establishment of lodges by Grand Chapters, as there is liy the
Supreme Council ?
" It is true that in countries in which the York Rite is not established, the
.Supreme Councils of the Scottish Rite have established lodges : but it is equally true
that the Grand Lodge of New York practically does not recognize them as Masonic
bodies, with Bro. Gikson's full concurrence, as the following shows :
' The Grand Lodge of New York has placed itself on the same ground, and has refused
all Masonic recognition of, or interchange of representatives with these bodies, ou the
ground that she does not know, and has not the means of proving them masonically, and
even her Grand Master could not, as such, visit them masonically, and remain with them
dnring their communications, as would be the case with the Grand Lodge. '
" In Chili, such bodies formed a Grand Lodge, and the Grand Lodge of New
York recognized it ; and it condemns the action of Massachusetts in chartering a
lodge of the York Rite in Chili, though the Grand Lodge there was formed by
lodges of the Scottish Rite.
" It may be that we are in error, however, and that New York does recognize the
lodges as regular, but does not recognize the body which created them, and governs
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them. Either position has its difficuhies ; and we can see no sohition to them, save
that of holding that York Rite Masons cannot recognize Masons of any other Rite,
or that they must recognize also, the system of government and polity of the other
Rite, as Masonic, though it differs from their own. We have been inclined to adopt
the New York view, but reflection increases our doubts as to its correctness,
especially as it puts outside of the pale of Masonry all the Grand Bodies of the
world, outside of the I'nited States, Great Britain and Germany, with a few
exceptions."'
These declarations are as explicit as can be made, and fully relieve the Northern
Supreme Council from any suspicion of occupying an equivocal position. We are
glad to give place to them here, not only for the assurance which they give, but
because we have been free in our criticisms of these bodies.
He properly holds that the effect of an objection should be no more than a
rejection by ballot, the recognition of an objection after ballot being founded upon
the idea that the objecting brother was absent when the ballot was taken, or that the
objection became known afterwards ; seems to have some doubt whether the Indian
Territory is sufficiently independent to warrant the existence of a Grand Lodge
there ; says that dues are not a "modern invention," but that the deprivation of Ma-
sonic rights for the non-payment of them is ; dissents from the idea of Grand Master
CH.4PMAN that we have something too much of " Masonic jurisprudence," but had
his strictures been aimed at " Masonic legislators," who would ^assimilate the Ma-
sonic government to some civil code, he would have responded " yea and amen;"
does not concur in the Missouri decision that the Master of a Lodge, if present,
must preside even though interested in the trial of a brother in progress before the
lodge, his only alternative being to retire ; and we agree with him : says that too
much discussion is tiresome, but never dangerous ; that the dangerous legislation is
much more likely to be that which passes in silence, and wisely suggests that a new
Grand Officer, to be called the " Grand Objector," whose duty it should be to oppose
every proposition, would be an exceedingly useful one : still adheres to the old rule,
that the Grand Master in the Grand Lodge, and the Master in the Lodge is Master,
and directs the business according to his own judgment; regrets that a Grand Lodge
(Nebraska) took measures looking to the formation, under its sanction, of a " Ma-
sonic Life Assurance Association," with the Grand Secretary, ex-officio, as Secretary,
and says that if Grand Lodges do not prohibit individual Masons from associating
themselves together in that relation and assuming a Masonic name, it is as far in
that direction as a Grand Lodge ought to go ; which happily expresses our senti-
ments : says that to recognize the doctrine of the right of a lodge to require re-im-
bursement for expenses incurred in burying the member of another lodge, would be
one of the most dangerous of innovations, inasmuch as it changes the fundamental
principle of the institution; that in any particular case coming properly before
the Grand Master in the recess, his decision is final and conclusive; and that until
within two years, he had never heard of an attempt to appeal from such decision ;
and places the whole Craft under obligations by a masterly examination of the
question of the effect of a conviction by the lodge, and the reversal of it by the
Grand Lodge upon the lodge membership of the accused, moved thereto by the
argument of Bro. Wellford, of Virginia, sustaining the view that though the
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Grand Lodge sustains the appeal of a suspended or expelled brother, and reverses
the judgment of the Lodge, it does not again invest the accused with all his rights,
but that membership is lost.
Bro. DrummoNd's view is the one which we have so often defended in these
reports : " If membership is held at the pleasure of the lodge, an illegal judgment
may deprive him of it ; but if it is a right under the law, he can be deprived of it
only by proceedings in accordance with law."
We reproduce the "conclusion" of his report, not simply because its opinions
accord with those which we have tried to enforce in these reports and elsewhere, but
because his position in, and his labors in behalf of the Fraternity, will justly com-
mand for his conclusions a more respectful consideration than our own views, as such,
are entitled to receive.
" In examining the history of an old lodge during the past year, we have been most
forcibly struck with the gradual change that one hundred years has effected in our
policy. There has been a growing tendency to introduce the money element into
Masonry. The tendency of the day is to mutual insurance in the pecuniary sense.
A large number of organizations have been formed upon this principle. The idea
seems to be insidiously creeping into the minds of Masons, that Masonry would be
more valuable to the world by giving it a money value. In some jurisdictions, it
has been proposed to introduce the system of dues and benefits : in others, it is pro-
posed to take the mutual insurance organizations under the control and protection of
the Grand Lodge ; while in none have Grand Lodges prohibited the use of the word
" Masonic " in connection with them. Also, we are constrained to say, after much
thought and confessed modification of previous opinions, that the system of enforced
membership on account of payment of dues, is a great stride in the same direction,
and leads to the same result.
" Of the effect of such a radical change in the institution, we have no heart to
speak : every one must see that it would be a death blow to Freemasonry. We trust
our brethren in every jurisdiction will consider this matter again, and determine
whether there is not great cause for alarm; and if so. that they will give their best
endeavors to prevent such a calamity."
MARYLAND.
From Maryland we have two pamphlets, containing the proceedings of the Annual
and a subsecjuent Semi-Annual Communications, both held at Baltimore.
Annual Communication Nov. i6, 1874.
Grand Master Latrobe reported two dispensations issued for new lodges, and
announced the death of Past Grand Master Charles Goodwin.
The case of a lodge refusing to recommend a petition for a new lodge — the con
stitution providing that no dispensation shall issue without such recomiTiendation —
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led the Grand Master to express his opinion as to his power to override a constitu-
tional provision. He thinks this power does lie with tlie Grand Master, and says:
" And in the judgment of the Grand Master, this view of his power is practically
the best and the wisest. There are few human laws that may not be made at times
to operate injustice — and carefully considered even as every article of our constitu
tion has beei\, it can still be understood that it may be made to work injuiy to the
Order, if there is no paramount authority. Take for instance, a case like the pres-
ent, not the facts in the present case be it understood. Imagine a neighborhood of
Masons, all anxious to become affiliated, and a body of applicants in every way
qualified to conduct the affairs of a lodge, all circumstances calling for the establish-
ment of one, and yet the establishment dependent upon the caprice of the nearest
lodge, already in existence, which refuses for no good reason to give the constitu-
tional recommendation. In a case like this, the only protection which the applicants
and the Masons around them could properly have would be the dispensing power of
the Grand Master overruling the provision of the constitution. Without multiplying
instances it is enough to say that this is not the only one that might occur.
" But the Grand Master holds that while this power exists it should never be exer-
cised but in the last extremity, and only upon most thorough conviction of the
necessity calling for it. The Grand Master who would use it lightly would be
subject to the gravest censure."
We are glad to note that the Grand Lodge, speaking through the Committee on
Address, sustained this view, saying :
" In relation to the prerogatives of the Grand Master, your committee coincide
with the expressed opinion of the M. W. Grand Master, both in regard to his power
and the very infrequent occasions in which that power should be exercised, or would
be required."
In announcing his appointment as Representative of the Grand Lodge of the In-
dian Territory, the Grand Master says :
" The Indian Territory, so called, is that which is occupied by the Choctaw,
Chickasaw, Cherokee, Creek and Seminole Nations, all of them organized under
separate governments, modelled after our own, with all the appurtenances of civili-
zation, courts, churches and schools. They are a highly interesting illustration of
Indian character and ability, and maintain, and have maintained for years jjast, an
honorable nationality. To many of their leading people I am personally known —
highly educated, well-informed gentlemen. Many of them are alumni of Northern
Colleges. Although I have never sat in the same lodge with any of those repre-
sented by the Grand Lodge that now asks for recognition, I am, nevertheless,
satisfied that blue Masonry is well known to them, and I have little doubt that the
Committee on Correspondence will upon the enquiry they have been called on to
make, find the (irand Lodge of the Indian Territory worthy of the recognition that
it seeks. The Grand Master makes this statement at length on account of the
novelty of the application and the knowledge which he has."
The Library Committee report encouraging progress in the work of raising funds
to initiate the enterprise.
Four cases occupied the attention of the Committee of Grievances, in all of which
the work of the lodges was found wanting on review, and their decisions reversed.
One charter was granted, and one dispensation continued.
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John H. B. Latrobe, of Baltimore, Grand Master; Jacob H. Medairy, Balt-
imore, (No. 6 N. Howard street), Grand Secretary, were re-elected.
The Report on Correspondence (pp. 24) contains brief notices of the proceedings
of forty American Grand Lodges, and acknowledges the receipt of "bulletins " of
several foreign Grand Orients, and of a communication from an organization styled
"The Sages of Heliopolis " of the Orient of Bucharest, in Roumania,_ applying for
recognition. The committee had no information warranting them to recommend any
action on the premises
The report is signed by John M. Carter and Lawrence Sangston.
The committee note the fact tRat they "have observed among the various reports
received by them a veiy general and decided expression of disapprobation of the
proposition of Bro. S. C. BusH, at our November Communication, 1872, for the
establishment of a General Grand Lodge of the United States."
Semi-Annual Communication, May 10, 1875.
The address of the Grand Master is devoted mainly to the financial affairs of the
Grand Lodge. He reports the suspension of a Master of a lodge, (recently elected),
because he was not able to confer the Master's degree, but had to permit it to be
done by another, he standing by.
On the recommendation of the Committee on Correspondence, who report " that
they have enquired ot the several Grand Lodges adjacent to the newly organized
Grand Body, and while they have no precedent of its recognition by its immediate
neighbors, (owing to its very recent formation), they have learned of no reason what-
ever, save only the smallness of its membership, why it should not receive the fra-
ternal recognition of this Grand Lodge," the Grand Lodge of the Indian Territory
was recognized, and Grand Master Latrobe received and accredited as its rejare-
sentative.
MASSACHUSETTS.
The Grand Lodge holding Quarterly Communications, the Massachusetts proceed-
ings come to us in parts as usual of late years. Our notice of them last year ended
with the June pamphlet.
Quarterly Communication, Sept. 9, 1S74.
One charter was granted.
It will be remembered that at the last Quarterly Communication it was decided
that the ruling of a Master of a lodge where only a majority had voted guilty in a
Masonic trial, that there had been no conviction, was erroneous. The case was re-
manded for sentence, and the accused was expelled. The completed record is now
reviewed by Bro. Tracy P. Cheever, of the Committee on Trials, so well knovrn
for his clear and valuable contributions to this department of Masonic literature.
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The case was that of Solon Thornton, formerly Recording Grand Secretary. The
report thus concludes :
" St. John's Lodge having thus discharged, what, to its members, must have been
one of the most painful duties within the range of their Masonic experience, it
remains for this Grand Lodge to take such action upon the record of the case pre-
sented, as law and justice require. To the members of this Grand Body, and
especially to those whose connection is a permanent one, there is a peculiar sadness
attached to a case like the present. There must be retrospections and memories of
brighter days ; there must be yearnings of sympathy toward the respondent and sad
regrets for his fall. There must be, at least, hope and the tenderness of charity for
the whole future of his life. Above all, there can be no exultation and no shade of
bitterness, as we wistfully gaze back upon a companionship once cherished, and per-
haps never to pass wholly from our kind regard.
" But justice, honor, and the integrity of the Craft will all be imperilled if duty
shall fail."
The proceedings in the trial were confirmed.
Annual Communication, Dec. 9, 1874. This volume is adorned with an elegant
steel engraving of the Grand Master, Sereno D. Nickerson.
A petition was received from St. John's Lodge, Boston, the object of which is set
forth in the following resolution embraced in it :
" Resolved, That the Worshipful Master be requested to memorialize the Mos^
Worshipful Grand Lodge, that, whereas, doubt exists as to whether the copy of our
ancient charter is a true and correct one, the Grand Lodge be requested to examine
into the matter, and give Saint John's Lodge a proper charter, confirming it in its
prestige from the year 1733."
Past Grand Master Gardner is at the head of the committee to whom it was
referred.
The address of Grand Master Nickerson opens thus pleasantly :
" By the favor of a kind Providence we are permitted to assemble on this, our one
hundred and forty-first anniversary, without any cloud of sadness to temper the
general joy. Since our last Quarterly Communication none of the bright and shining
lights of this Grand Body have been extinguished in death; the past has been to
most of the lodges in this jurisdiction a year of unbroken harmony, of moderate
prosperity and of healthful growth ; while the future gives encouraging promise of
a continuance of these fortunate conditions. The retrospect and the prospect are
alike suggestive of emotions of pleasure and gratitude."
He reports that the study of the ritual has been prosecuted with greatly increased
zeal and industry ; that visits have been exchanged by the officers and most active
members, much more generally and frequently than heretofore, and that as a natural
result, generous emulation has been aroused, followed by a marked improvement in
the work.
The record of his personal work shows a busy year. Two dispensations had
been granted for new lodges, and one refused.
He strongly urges the printing of the Records of the Grand Lodge, including
those of St. Johns' and Massachusetts' Grand Lodges, (juoting in support of the enter-
prise, the considerations urged by Grand Master Hearii, in i<:>56 and 1857, and
says :
PROCEKDINGS OF THE
" The argument of Brother Heard seems conclusive ; but no action was taken by
the Grand Lodge. Probably its poverty, but not its will, consented to adhere to the
previous conclusion. But our financial condition is gradually growing stronger.
We no longer need to feel any anxiety as to the payment of principal or interest of
our debt, and the time is rapidly approaching when we may feel warranted in appro-
priating such sums as may be necessary for purposes legitimately requiring the care
and attention of the Grand Lodge and not immediately connected with its pressing
necessities and liabilities. Prominent among these objects is, in my judgment, the
maintenance of the claim of Massachusetts to have been the fountain head fiom
which sprang the Masonry of this countiy, after the re-organization in England in
1717. This claim has recently been attacked from various quarters ; in some cases
by young brethren whom a " little knowledge" has led to hasty and unwarranted
conclusions, and in other cases by some who are from inclination, habit and very
nature unbelievers and destructives. The most effectual answer to these assailants,
and the only one consistent with our dignity, is the production of such evidence as
may be afforded bj' our records and archives. In the hands of a competent commit-
tee the result cannot fail to be a valuable contribution to the Masonic history of the
country and one which the Fraternity has a right to expect from us at the earliest
period possible."
The matter was referred to the Board of Directors with full power, which means
that we shall have from Massachusetts a most valuable contribution to the materials
for the histoi-y of Masonry in this country. Of another subject, the Grand Master
says :
" Frequent enquiries have been made of late in regard to the expediency or pro-
priety of furnishing lists of members of lodges at the request of others than officers
of our own jurisdiction entitled to call for them. Almost invariably the purpose
aimed at is the promotion of some mercenary scheme, and the Secretary who com-
plies with such a request will soon find that the members of his lodge are beset by
book peddlers or overwhelmed by advertising schemes. Neither duty nor courtesy
requires a Secretary to pay any attention to such solicitations."
Percival Lowell Everett, of Boston, was elected Grand Master ; Charles
H. Titus, Boston, re-elected Recording Grand Secretary.
One charter was granted.
A former master of a lodge, who for the offence of conferring the degree of En-
tered Apprentice on a candidate who had been rejected by another lodge, and for
concealing the fact of such rejection from his lodge, had, eighteen months before,
been expelled by the Grand Lodge, petitioned for restoration, but the Grand Lodge
concurred with its committee, who said :
" Your committee are of opinion that the petitioner has not suffered sufficient
discipline for the grave offense committed, and that restoration at this time would
defeat the ends of justice."
A Grand Lodge of Instruction was held Dec. 10, 1S74, when the work and
lectures of the three degrees was exemplified.
Stated Communication, Dec. 29, 1JS74, for the iiistallation of Grand Officers, and
the celebration of the Feast of Saint John the Evangelist. It was the Grand Mar-
shal who opened the Great Light at the Gospel of that Saint.
The Grand Master announced the death of LoVELL Bicknell, Grand Standard
Bearer.
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After the installation ceremonies were concluded, WiNSLOW Lewis, Senior Past
Grand Master, in behalf of Winslow Lewis Lodge, presented the retiring Grand
Master NiCKERSON, with a Past Grand Master's jewel.
The Grand Secretary reported among the proceedings received, those of Illinois.
A procession was formed by the Grand Marshal, and the brethren were conducted
to the banquet-room, where the feast of Saint John the Evangelist was duly cele-
brated after the manner of Masons.
Quarterly Communication, March lo, 1875.
Deputy Grand Master Welch presided and announced that the absence of the
Grand Master was caused by severe bereavement in the sudden death of his wife.
Resolutions of sympathy were adopted by rising vote.
The Deputy Grand Master reported the decease of John Flint, M. D., Past
Grand Warden.
The Committee on Ritual, appointed at the last preceding communication, set
forth the lectures, work, and opening and closing ceremonies of the first degree,
which were adopted without amendment by the Grand Lodge, only four voting in
the negative in a vote of about three hundred. A surprising and gratifying degree
of unanimity.
" The New England Freemason," a Masonic journal edited and published by
Past Grand Master Nickerson, was strongly endorsed.
A committee was appointed ■' to consider and report upon the expediency of
adopting some plan whereby all Masonic trials shall be had before some Board or
Commission of the Grand Lodge."
In view of the well known conservatism of the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts,
we are surprised that a motion should carry looking however remotely to depriving
the lodges of the judicial rights guaranteed to them by the Ancient Charges.
In response to an appeal from the Grand Master of Kansas, five hundred dollars
was appropriated for the relief of the distressed brethren of that jurisdiction, to be
paid by the Grand Master should he find that the necessities of the case continued
to demand relief.
The Grand Lodge of Wyoming Territory was recognized, but the committee who
recommended that action took occasion to show that they had forgotten — as they did
two years since, when Utah was recognized— the day of small things in their own
jurisdiction. They say :
" Your committee doubt as to the expediency of forming small, and therefore
weak. Grand Lodges ; but as the brethren immediately concerned are probably the
best judges of their own wants and necessities we yield to their decision."
A petition praying the Grand Lodge to consider the expediency of recognizing
and regulating, or exercising a suitable supervision over Masonic co-operative life
associations, that have been, or may be established within the jurisdiction, was re-
ceived and referred to a committee.
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Quarterly Communication, June 9, 1875.
Among the visitors formally welcomed by the Grand Master, was R. W. John F.
BURRILL, Grand Secretary of Illinois.
Bro. Francis C. Whiston, of Koston, presented to the Grand Lodge, the Ma-
sonic apron worn by the Marquis de Lafayette on the occasion of laying the
corner-stone of Bunker Hill Monument, June 17, 1825, by the Grand Lodge of
Massachusetts, accompanied by the autograph remarks made by Webster and
Lafayette at the banquet which followed, when the donor acted as toast-master.
The Grand Master, in behalf of the heirs of Past Grand Master Benjamin Rus-
sell, presented to the Grand Lodge the apron worn by General Joseph Warren,
Past Grand Master. Presented by the heirs of General Warren to Past Grand
Master Russell, it was by him presented to Josiah Sturgis, by whom it was be-
queathed to Russell's heirs, "to be by them presented to the Grand Lodge of Mas-
sachusetts, if they deem it necessary to do so."
In seconding a motion to communicate the thanks of the Grand Lodge to the
donors, Past Grand Master Heard said :
" The evidence which accompanies the apron, that it belonged to and was worn
by Brother Joseph Warren, is ample and needs no confirmation. If additional tes
timony were needed to establish its identity and validity, it would be found in the
emblems which adorn it. They are those of the Royal Arch degree — -a degree
recognized, in 1769, only by members of our fraternity in America with whom
Warren was especially affiliated.
"It will be remembered that for more than half a century previous to 1813 there
existed in England two Grand Lodges which did not fraternize, to say the least ;
one was distinguished (by its rival) as " Moderns," the other as " Ancients." The
latter created the Royal Arch degree.
" At the same time, in this country, there were two Grand Lodges, the " Saint
John's" and the "Massachusetts;" the former being classed as " Moderns," the
latter as "Ancients." The " Ancients " recognized the Royal Arch degree created
by the " Ancients " in England, while " Saint John's" did not recognize it. The
relations of these two bodies were not more harmonious than those subsisting be-
tween the two Grand Lodges in England ; that is, they did not imite socially.
" Warren's Grand Lodge (Massachusetts), though it derived its powers from
Scotland, passed into the ranks of the " Ancients," because, probably the Grand
Lodge of Scotland sympathized, as is written, with the Grand Lodge of " Ancients "
of England.
" It was natural that the Grand Lodge on this side of the ocean, whose members
were classed as " Ancients," should adopt and maintain the Royal Arch degree ;
and that its insignia should have been worn by them. The apron of Warren would,
therefore, bear the emblems of this degree, since it denoted the highest rank of the
branch of the Masonic fraternity to which he was attached.
Past Grand Master Gardner said :
" The Royal Arch apron which has been presented this day brings us into close
and personal relations with the distinguished brother who in his lifetime was accus-
tomed to wear it. The Royal Arch in former times was recognized as a part of the
Masonic system, according to the " Ancients." In those days there was no distinct
charter for conferring this and its associated degrees ; the body was called a Royal
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Arch Lodge, and it was held under the sanction of a lodg^ warrant. The charter
of St. Andrew's Lodge was used here in Boston, for this purpose. Warren received
the grade by virtue of the sanction of St. Andrew's charter. As late as 1790 this
lodge voted ' that the Royal Arch Lodge be indulged with the use of the charter of
St. Andrew's Lodge as long as the majority of the members of the Royal Arch
Lodge are members of St. Andrew's Lodge.' The order of Knights Templar was
also conferred under the same sanction. This apron is therefore a relic, not of a
Masonic organization unknown to the lodge, but of a lodge held by virtue, and un-
der the protection, of a lodge warrant.
On his motion an annuity of one hundred dollars was ordered to be paid to each
of the heirs of Past Grand Master Russell — two daughters well advanced in life —
during their respective lives.
The committee appointed at the Quarterly Communication in March, to consider
the expediency of adopting some plan whereby all Masonic trials should be had
before some Board or Commission of the Grand Lodge, reported amendments to the
constitution providing for a Board of five members of the Grand Lodge, to be ap-
pointed annually by the Grand Master, to be styled the Commissioners of Trials ;
the first named thereon to be the president and recording officer thereof, three mem-
bers constituting a quorum. Before this Board all offenses, which, if proved, would
subject the accused to expulsion or suspension from the rights and privileges of Ma-
sonry, are to be tried — and from those rights and privileges lodges are forbidden to
expel or suspend a brother.
The report of the committee was accepted, and the proposed amendments were
referred, under the rule, to Past Grand Masters Gardner and Nickerson, and Bro.
Edward Avery, the successor of Bro. Tracy P. Cheever, as chairman of the
Committee on Trials and Healing.
The report we presume to be the work of Bro. Cheever, but was agreed to by all
the members of the committee. Considering that this revolutionary movement had
its birth, and has progressed thus far, in the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts, to
which we have been accustomed to look for an example of conservatism, it assumes
such importance that no apology is necessary for the extended quotation we shall
make from the report of the committee. They say :
" That even a superficial consideration of the subject leads at once to certain fun-
damental principles, which are never to be disregarded, even in the farthest
expansion of methods or instrumentalities. It is obvious that the end and object of
a Masonic trial is to secure the accomplishment of strict Masonic justice between the
parties to the issue ; not always the justice which is sought by litigants under civil,
military or ecclesiastical law,^not the rude judgment which has its foundation in
that which is sometimes rather loosely called natural justice, but the justice which is
founded upon the large, the comprehensive and benevolent principles of Masonic
wisdom and philosophy. More strictly considered, such a trial is to ascertain
whether the accused is, or is not, worthy to retain his honorable connection with the
whole fraternity of honorable Masons, or whether, by reason of accusations properly
made and legally proved, that connection is to be severed or suspended. These ob-
servations, of course, apply solely to the class of offenses which form, or which
certainly should form, the basis of a trial, or of such an investigation and judgment as
as shall rightfully dissolve the Masonic connection of the respondent with the frater-
nity. Doubtless there may be certain minor faults or peccadilloes, which, when duly
proved against a member of a lodge, may suffice, in the estimation of his brethren,
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to suspend or to terminate his connection with the lodge as a member. But the
crimes, or the acts, committed by a Mason which are of sufficient obliquity to sever
the bond by which the entire fraternity have been bound to him, and he to them, are
those for which he is to be Masonically tried and sentenced ; and to this class of
offenses, not only the best principles, but the best methods, are to be applied. It
may therefore be assumed, without indicating all the steps leading to this conclusion,
that the entire fraternity of the jurisdiction is directly interested in all the processes
and results of the trial of one of its members ; and that the lodge to which he may
happen to belong is only interested as an integral part of the fraternity. By the
common law of Masonry in this country, no less than by the constitutions of the dif
ferent jurisdictions, the severance of the connection of the criminal from the entire
body is to be adjudged or determined by that body organically through the decree
and direction of its Grand Lodge. Accordingly we find that by our own constitu-
tional enactments, although the trial of an offender is primarily had before the lodge
of which he is a member, or which has jurisdiction over him as a sojourner, yet the
Grand Lodge itself is his ultimate and effective trier, because, as a court of last
resort, it determines the case. This brings us, then, to the consideration of the ques-
tion, whether the present methods of what may be properly called the preliminary
trial by the lodge, are practically the wisest and most judicious for the good of the
whole. The experience of the past few years should be carefully considered in the
determination of a question like this. Ovi'ing to causes which need not here be
mentioned, the recent unparalleled growth of the fraternity has, by its natural conse-
quences, involved the lodges in a somewhat heterogeneous membership, a class of
which has given rise to more numerous Masonic trials than any former experience
afforded. Under the present system, and under the regulations of the constitutions,
these trials have been conducted by the lodges. Many of ttje cases have been tried
under a limited knowledge of the principles involved, and by methods which could
not secure the approbation of the Grand Lodge. The proceedings in many of them
have been accordingly set aside after a careful review of the records by which they
were presented. In many cases, even where the proceedings have been confirmed, the
Grand Lodge has been obliged to tread upon the very verge of Masonic justice and
propriety, for the purpose of sustaining against informal and irregular methods what
seemed to be a just conclnsio?t of its subordinate. It is no disparagement to the
Masonic skill or character of the masters or menabers of lodges, to say that they are
generally unfitted, by previous education and training, to conduct a trial, the intrica-
cies of which may often demand a full knowledge of the principles and methods of
administration of the Masonic law. Nor can it be reasonably expected that the
Secretary of a lodge, coming, perhaps, to his first experience in this line of duty,
should possess such a degree of the requisite skill as will enable him to present an
adequate and accurate record of the trial. This record must exhibit such a case as
will enable the Grand Lodge itself to form an intelligent opinion and to issue its
final degree; and should be such as will suffice, for generations to come, to vindicate
the Grand Lodge in its judgment. In spite of the marked care and laborious dili-
gence with which the Secretaries of lodges have endeavored to make u]i their
records of trials, many of these records have proved insufficient under the tests of
the Masonic law, and scarcely one of them has been perfect.
" Experience has farther shown that trials by lodges have often engendered bitter
feelings among the members; that cliques and parties, favorable and unfavorable to
the respondent, have been formed, and that, whatever may have been the result of
the trial, a sting has been left behind in many breasts, and that the old harmonies
have perhaps not yet been restored. The stifling air of an all-night session has left
not alone its deleterious influence upon the bodies of the brethren, but in some
instances has poisoned their minds and hearts. The result of a trial obtained under
such disadvantages has often afforded little satisfaction to either of the contending
parties, or to the Fraternity as a whole. Before a tribunal which, under the usual
circumstances of a trial and its probabilities, must be considered more free and im-
partial than a lodge, the evils to which we have referred may be avoided, or at least
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reduced to the minimum of mischief. Your committee, while weigliing carefully the
various considerations applicable to the subject, and especially looking to the expe-
rience of recent years as a guide to just conclusions, have thought that it may be
more wise and judicious to have all charges of Masonic offenses in this jurisdiction,
tried by the Grand Lodge itself. It is at once obvious that no such trial can be had
directly before the whole body assembled in Grand Communication. It should
therefore be conducted by a Board or Commission of members of the Grand Lodge,
appointed by the Grand Master for their qualifications and adaptation to such labor,
which board would, of course, for all preliminary trials, such as the lodges now con-
duct, be the eyes and the ears of the Grand Lodge, its direct and immediate repre-
sentative."
The committee then outline their plan for a Board, and continue :
" It will be observed that this plan of trials changes nothing inherent in our sys-
tem, as regards the principles upon which a respondent is to be tried. Indeed, it
scarcely changes the methods of trial. The preliminary forum, alone, is different ;
the men who act as triers are not the same, but they are nevertheless Masons and
members of the Grand Lodge; not partakers in the passions or prejudices which
may be engendered among the members of lodges, on the one side or the other, but
removed from and above them ; free, yet bound to try every brother fairly, inde-
pendently, justly and charitably. If a change like this were to operate as a change
of any principle or landmark in Masonry, your committee, appreciating the great
advantages of stability in our Fraternity, would hesitate long before recommending
such change. But from a change of mere methods or instrumentalities, the genius
of Masonry, ever open to the progress of the ages, is not averse."
The committee advance two propositions, which are, in substance : First — That
from unfamiliarity with the principles and methods of Masonic law, lodges are not
so well able to conduct trials as a commission would be, whose members were se-
lected for their fitness for the work. Second — That the judicial powers of a lodge
are in the nature of a grant from the Grand Lodge.
Granting, as we may, with reference to the first proposition, that a skilled commis-.
sion could more closely observe the forms, and better apply the principles which
govern or should govern the criminal jurisprudence of Masonry, than the average
lodge, yet it by no means follows that the proposed innovation would be expedient,
setting aside, for the moment, the question of law involved.
It is beyond dispute that a bench of judges skilled in the law, can not only deal
with the methods and apply the pnnciples of law, but can weigh evidence, better
than the average citizen. But for all this, it has ever been counted a gain for hu-
manity when the right of a subject, charged with a criminal offense, to a trial by a
jury selected " from the vicinage," was wrung from the unwilling hands of Power.
Trial by jury has its drawbacks and imperfections, and may perhaps sometimes shield
the guilty ; but its compensating advantages, especially in shielding the innocent
citizen from the persecutions of irresponsible power, are so palpable that in no free
country could it be banished from criminal jurisprudence.
So, too, whatever disadvantages may attend trials by a lodge, they are more than
counterbalanced by the advantage of having the judgment of the brethren of the
vicinage, where he is best known, as to " whether the accused is, or is not,
worthy to retain his honorable connection with the whole Fraternity of honorable
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Masons." Coming now to the second proposition, we know that the Grand Con-
stitutions of Massachusetts claim for the Grand Lodge the inherent right to try all
Masonic offenses committed within its jurisdiction. It is not true, however, as
stated by the committee, that " by the common law of Masonry in this country, no
less than by the constitutions of the different jurisdictions, the severance of the con-
nection of the criminal from the entire body is to be adjudged or determined by that
body organically through the decree and direction of its Grand Lodge." It is far
from being true of the constitutions of the different jurisdictions even, many of
which respect the landmark which is the common law of Masoniy everywhere, and
under which original jurisdiction is vested in the constituent lodge. The judicial
powers of a lodge are not in any sense a grant of the Grand Lodge. They are
among the powers inherent in the lodge by virtue of its being a regularly constitu-
ted body ; not derived from the body which constitutes it, but evoked from the
general law of Masonry by the act of constitution, for the benefit of the lodge so
constituted. They could not have been derived from the Grand Lodge, for they
were exercised.by lodges before the Grand Lodge existed. Nor can it be claimed
that they were surrendered to the Grand Lodge on its formation. On the contraiy
they were recognized as belonging to the lodge in the " Charges of a Freemason,"
which the Grand Lodge at that time solemnly agreed to as the fundamental and
unchangeable law. That law says (we quote from the Vlth Charge):
" If any complaint be brought, the Brother found guilty shall stand to the award
and determination of the lodge, who arc the proper and competent judges of all such
controversies, (unless you carry it by appeal to the Grand Lodge), and to whom they
ought to be referred, unless a Lord's work be hindered the meanwhile, in which case
a particular reference may be made."
Yet in the face of this, the committee assume that to deprive a lodge of its judicial
functions does not operate to change any principle or landmark in Masonry I
The Grand Lodge of Massachusetts having already embodied in its constitution a
denial of the landmark, and against the plain provisions thereof declared itself to be
" the proper and competent judge of all such controversies," there is perhaps little
reason to hope that it will not consummate its revolutionary purpose by agreeing to
the proposed amendments. If it 7m.ll do this, we suggest that there is more respect
to be gained by boldly repudiating the idea that there is anything in Masonry which
it is under obligations to hold inviolate, than by this attenuated and sophistical
attempt to show that its action is warranted by the fundamental law of the Institu-
tion.
The Committee on Ritual submitted their report of the work and lectures of the
second and third degrees, which was adopted with entire unanimity.
The death of Eben F. Gay, Grand Tyler, was appropriately noticed.
We are glad to copy and commend the following report from the committee to
whom was referred the petition, noticed above, for Grand Lodge recognition, regu-
lation and supervision of co-operative life insurance associations formed by Masons :
"We find that the Legislature of Massachusetts by acts, passed in 1874 and 1875,
evidently attempted to provide security by law for associations of the character men-
tioned, and that there is nothing in the Constitutions of this M. W. Grand Lodge to
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prevent Masonic Mutual Relief Associations from availing tliemselves of the provis-
ions of said acts.
" We also find that our Grand Constitutions provide ample protection for Masons
in their several relations to the Craft in general, to particular Lodges, or to individ-
ual Brothers.
" We therefore report that it is inexpedient to take further action on the petition.'
Two charters were granted.
A Special Communication was held June 17, 1875, when the Grand Lodge par-
ticipated in the centennial celebration of the battle of Bunker Hill, or, as its records
say, " for the purpose of solemnizing the one hundredth anniversary of the death of
our illustrious Past Grand Master, Major General Joseph Warrkx."
Together with DeMolay and Richmond Commanderies of Knights Templar, the
Grand Lodge accepted an invitation to dine with Saint Andrew's Lodge, of which
Warren was a Past Master, in a building occupying the site of the old Green
Dragon Tavern, where a century ago Saint Andrew's Lodge was wont to meet.
Another Special Communication was held July 3, 1875, "^oi" the purpose of com-
memorating the centennial celebration of that day, when our illustrious Brother, Gen-
eral' George Washington, under the old Elm at Cambridge, assumed command
of the Colonial Forces." At the banquet given on the occasion. Grand Master
Everett responded to the toast, "The Grand Lodge of Massachusetts," his opening
remarks being as follows :
" The Society of Freemasonry feels a deep interest in everything relating to the
memoiy of Washington, for he in his lifetime was a friend and patron of our
Society, and one of its most honored and revered members. The year after he was
born Freemasonry was established at Boston by the warrant of Viscount Montague,
then Grand Master of England.
" Benjamin Fr.^nklin, then residing at Philadelphia, derived his powers to
establish the Society in Pennsylvania, from Boston, and became Grand Master of
that State. In 1752, at Fredericksburg, Virginia, George Washington, as the
record now in existence attests, was initiated into the Fraternity in a lodge organ-
ized by the warrant of Tikimas Oxnard, of Boston, Provincial Grand Master."
Having, in 1872, discussed at some length the qiiestion whether Viscount MoN-
t.ague granted a Dispensation to Henry Price, appointing him Provincial Grand
Master of New England, in the year 1733, we do not propose to go over that subject
now, but we cannot forbear a brief reference to the statement of Grand Master
Everett relative to Benjamin Franklin, and the source from which he derived
his powers to establish Masonry in Pennsylvania. It hardly seems to us wise on his
part to reiterate this claim of the chronicles (generally miscalled the records) of
the St. John's Provincial Grand Lodge ; because Grand Master Gardner, in his
address on Price, in 1871, furnished the material, in the publication of Franklin's
letter to Price, to show that the claim could not have been founded in fact. With-
out going over the whole ground, suffice it to say that the chronicles aforesaid claim
that Franklin became acquainted with Price about [une 24, 1734, and that on his
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return to Philadelphia he called the brethren together, who petitioned Price for a
constitution to hold a lodge, and that it was granted, " which is the beginning of
Masonry there." Yet the letter of Franklin, before alluded to, dated November
28, 1734, and signed by Franklin as Grand Master, says :
"Yet giving credit thereto (the report which he had seen in the public prints,
that in the preceding August the Grand Lodge of England had extended Price's
Deputation and power over all America,) we think it our duty to lay before your
lodge what we apprehend needful to be done for us, in order to promote and
strengthen the interest of Masonry in this Province (which seems to want the sanc-
tion of some authority derived from home, to give the proceedings and determina-
tions of our lodge their due weight), to- wit : a Deputation or charter granted by the
Right Worshipful Mr. Price, by virtue of his commission from Britain, confirming
the Brethren of Pennsylvania in the privileges they at present enjoy of Ji aiding annu-
ally their Grand Lodge, and choosing their Grand Master, Wardens and other
officers!'''
By the light which this letter affords it will be seen that it is simply impossible
that the power by which Masonry was established in Pennsylvania, could have been
derived from Price. If it had been, it is manifest that the Craft there could not
have been in want of a Deputation or charter from that Right Worshipful gentle-
man, which the letter says they lacked Moreover, they were enjoying the privi-
leges of " holding annually their Grand Lodge, choosing their Grand Master," etc.,
and this was written only five months after the acquaintance of Franklin and
Price began ! But this is not all. Franklin's language shows not only that the
Craft in Pennsylvania were not organized under a Deputation from Price, but that
they were not organized under a Deputation at all . No Grand Lodge organized
under a Deputation enjoyed the privilege of choosing its Grand Master. The Pro-
vincial Grand Master was named in the Deputation, and did not derive his power
from the suffrages of the Craft. He appointed his Deputy Grand Master and Grand
Wardens, and in no case were they elected by the Brethren, as Franklin says they
were in his Grand Lodge. The conclusion seems to be inevitable that the Craft of
Pennsylvania organized their Grand Lodge without the authorization of any Grand
Body ; and probable that it antedated the first Provincial Grand Lodge of Massa-
chusetts.
Since the above was written we have been pained to learn, through a private
letter, of the death of Past Grand Master Winslow Lewis, the Nestor of the Grand
Lodge of Massachusetts, in whom the rare blending of all the qualities which make
the true man and Mason, produced a character singularly attractive ami complete,
and won for him above all his contemporaries the chivalric love and a<lmirati()n of
the Craft wherever he was personally known.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS.
MINNESOTA.
The Grand Lodge met at St. Paul, January 12, 1875.
Of the condition of the jurisdiction, Grand Master GRiswoi.n says :
"Through the blessing of our Supreme Grand Master, we are able to speak of a
Masonic year of, in some respects, more than usual prosperity. »In spite of the finan-
cial pressure, felt more or less by all organizations throughout our land, the pecu-
niary condition of our lodges, as a whole, has improved ; and while unusual care
has been exercised in the selection of material for our Mystic Temple, the numbers
of our lodges and members have been greatly augmented. But few strifes have
arisen, and those not of a serious nature, while peace and harmony prevail through-
out our border."
He announced the death of Past Grand Master Alfred Elisha Ames, who was
the first Grand Master of the State, and whose warm and generous nature had made
for him friends wherever he was known. His portrait, in lithograph, adorns the
printed volume.
The Grand Master reported ten dispensations granted for new lodges, and others
refused; and the surrender of the charter of Yellowstone Lodge No. 88, at Fort
Buford, Dakota Territory, crippled by the removal of the United States troops from
that point, the army having furnished all the principal officers. Of many decisions
made, fourteen were submitted for consideration, most of which simply indicate the
law in that jurisdiction, while a few are general in their nature. We draw from
both :
3. " While a deceased non-affiliate is not entitled to Masonic burial, yet it may
be accorded him by courtesy, or as a favor. Masons are not always responsible for
not being in lodge membership. Not unfrequently they are kept out through the
influence of some personal enemy, who, too mean and cowardly to meet his brother
face to face, sneaks behind the cover afforded by the ' black ball,' the more securely
to vent his petty spite and strike his brother in the dark. In view of these and other
circumstances which sometimes absolutely compel well-meaning brethren to remain
outside the lodge, there should be room left for the Worshipful Master to exercise
his discretion in determining whether or no a deceased non-affiliate should receive
Masonic burial.
4. "A brother who has been regularly dimitted from a lodge loses his certificate
of the same. What can be done for his relief? Ans. Let the W. M. of the lodge
by whom it was granted direct the Secretary to make out and forward a true copy
thereof, writing upon it the word ' copy,' or ' duplicate,' and stating in addition that
the original is lost.
6. " When a brother objects to the advancement of a candidate, who has received
one or more of the degrees of Masonry, the W. M. should, in every case, decide
upon the validity of the objection, and arrest the progress of the candidate or not, as
he may deem the best interests of Masonry re(|uire. But if the candidate's advance-
ment is thus arrested, he — the candidate — has a right to demand a trial, in order
that he may have the opportunity of meeting his accuser face to face, and answering
for himself. He who has taken Init one degree in Masonry, has thereby obtained
certain Masonic rights, and among them is that of lieing heard in his own defence
when i)i)iections are urged against him.
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7. " Can a lodge of Master Masons be opened for the transaction of business
when there are less than seven present ? Ans. It can not. As seven Master
Masons is the lowest number to whom a Charter or dispensation can be granted, and
as a lodge must surrender its Charter when there are less than that number upon its
rolls, therefore no lodge of Master Masons can be opened, for any purpose whatever,
when there are less than seven Master Masons present.
10. "When charges for unmasonic conduct are preferred against a brother, before
they are submitted to the lodge, the W. M. should examine them, and decide whether,
if proved, they would subject the brother to suspension, expulsion or any other pen-
alty of Masonic law ; and then entertain them, or refuse so to do, according to the
conclusions at which he may arrive. It is important that he should do this in order
that the lodge may not be annoyed in having to investigate charges which are frivol-
ous in their nature. At this point the lodge has nothing to do with the question of
entertaining or refusing so to do : the W. M. alone determines this. Having decided
to entertam charges, they must then be referred to a committee for investigation.
When that committee reports the lodge can, by a majority vote, dismiss the charges,
or, if they choose, proceed with the trial.
1 2. " Can a subordinate lodge proceed to try a Past Master for acts committed by
him while Master?' In reply I would say, that for his official 2iC\.'~, the Master of a
lodge is alone amenable to the Grand Lodge, or to the Grand Master when the Grand
Lodo-e is not in session; hence a lodge cannot call a Past Master to an account for
his 'official acts while Master, but for any other acts committed by him during his
official term, involving a Masonic offense, a lodge may proceed to try a Past Master.
14. "A motion to rescind the vote by which a brother was stricken from the roll
of his lodge for non-payment of dues is wholly out of order, and should not under
any circumstances be entertained. A brother in the condition above mentioned, like
any other non-affiliate, can only regain his membership l)y regular petition and unan-
imous ballot in his favor."
No. 3 is mainly creditable to the Grand Master's heart, but the declaration with
which it begins leads us to inquire whether the landmark of the equality of all Ma-
sons really exists, or whether we really have two classes of Masons in good stand-
ing, one of which is entitled to Masonic rights that the other is not ? It would seem
that the latter is true in Minnesota, as well as in Illinois ; the crucial test as to
whether the rights are really Masonic, lying in this, that the rights dependent on lodge
organization, such as participating in the direction of its affairs, and eligibility to its
honors, could not be accorded to the non-affiliate as a courtesy, or as a favor, while
it is admitted that the others may.
■ No. 6, with which we heartily agree, naturally prompts the question whether it lie-
\x\^ true that the taking of one degree confers certain Masonic rights, among which
is that of being heard in one's own defense, when it is sought to deprive him of
X^^m the taking of two more degrees ought to so impair them thai all may be alien-
ated by legislation, without any hearing whatever?
With reference to the subject matter of No. 10, the law in Illinois empowers the
lodcre to vote on the question of accepting charges presented, yet if charges should
be presented that were manifestly of the character which lodges are forbidden to en-
tertain, it would, doubtless, be the duty of the Master to rule them out.
The latter part of No. 12 is denied in Virginia, but scarcely elsewhere.
No. 14 we hold to be correct. The question of the sufficiency and validity of the
act of the old Territorial Legislature, by which the Grand Lodge was incorporated.
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being already in the hands of a committee, the Grand Master recommended the
securing, if possible, of legislation repealing that act : the Grand Lodge decided
that no change was necessary, desirable, or expedient.
He reported some six hundred dollars raised for the relief of the Louisiana suffer-
ers ; judged that Masonry in Egypt was in a sadly mixed condition, and that the
Grand Lodge would do well to stand aloof from it ; but that no time should be lost
in recognizing the Grand Lodge of (Quebec; and devoted considerable space to the
crying evil in their midst of " Hurrying the Work," to which he thinks is largely
attributable the condition of things embraced in the following :
" One of our most thorough and efficient District Deputies, in a private note
accompanying his annual report, says : ' It appears, from what information I can
gather, that not more than twenty five, or thirty per cent, at the outside, of our mem-
bers are attendants at the lodges, leaving from seventy to seventy-five per cent, that
in one sense are no better to us than non affiliates ; that is to say, a majority of the
affiliated Masons in this District — and I presume the same is true throughout the
Grand Jurisdiction — from some cause, are not in a proper relation to the Fraternity.' "
The Grand Lodge repealed the resolution requiring photographs and " descrip-
tions" of expelled Masons and impostors to be sent to the Grand Secretary; char-
tered ten lodges ; ordered a revision of the Constitution, and to the committee on
that subject sent all the decisions of the Grand Master, save three that had already
been approved ; recognized the Grand Lodge of (Quebec, but left Egypt in her pre-
vious mixed condition ; restored the mileage and per diem system ; gave to the
newly created District Deputy Grand Masters seats without votes ; took measures to
establish a Charity Fund, and also to furnish aid to suffering Masons in the " Grass-
hopper District of the State ;" found itself with only two cases of appeals to consider,
from which a fair inference is, that the Craft is on its good behavior ; and sent the
perplexing questions of non-payment of dues and non-affiliation to a select commit-
tee, of which Past Grand Master Piekson is chairman, an appointment that insures
a presentation of the subject from a Masonic and not a merely financial stand-point.
Bro. Goodrich is also a member of the committee. We trust that in thus taking
new service he will not forget that some of us are looking anxiously for that yet
unpublished report.
Charles Griswold, Grand Master; E. D. B. Porter, Grand Secretary, both
of St. Paul, were re-elected.
Bro. A. T. C PlERSON presented anothei- of his inimitable reports on correspond-
ence (pp. 146) reviewing the proceedings of forty-two American Grand Lodges.
Illinois receives extended notice. Noting the action of Grand Master Hawi.ev, in
the Full Moon Lodge case, and the report of the Committee on Jurisprudence
thereon, he says :
" We side with the Grand Master. We believe that in a great majority of (|ues-
lions the Grand Master has all the powers of the Grand Lodge when it is not in
sessioFi. It is his paramount duty to watch over the general interests of the Craft,
as well as those of an individual brother, and to correct errors. Where an appeal
is made to the Grand Master he should act ; to the Grand Lodge, is another matter.
" Lodges are not infallible — particularly in this age — nor yet are Grand Masters,
but they are supposed to be beyond the influences that occasionally appear to govern
the former.
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" We hold thaf the Grand Master has the right to set aside the acliuii of a lodge,
either in case of discipline or acquittal."
Quoting, also, his decision, "That none Ijut actual Past Masters should be pres-
ent during the ceremony of investing the Master elect with the secrets of the chair,"
he says :
"Why, what others could be ?
" Suppose some one of the recognized societies — I)iuids ur Odd Fellows, for
instance — had a degree very similar to our second or third, would any Mason
entertain the proposition to admit one as a visitor who had received such a degree
in either of those organizations ? "
He also observes :
" Chicago is considerable of a town. We may say that it is a large town ; and
even that its claim to be the ' Queen City of the West ' is not, at present, an exag-
geration.
" Considering that there are about forty flourishing Masonic lodges located within its
environs, we may conclude — Directories in the western country are not always
reliable — that there are a good many folks domiciled in Chicago.
"We have heard the remark, ' it takes a good many folks and of a good many kinds
to make a world.' Chicago has the folks and the kinds to make a young world ;
among them is a nest of harmless semi-lunatics, who imagine that they regulate, or
should, the action of the balance of mankind. These poor creatures hold what they
terni 'Annual Meetings,' at which the first business inXjrder is to kill oH Masonry.
During the between times they print a paper devoted to the same purpose, beside
apeing the character of Paul Pry.
"And yet so popular is Masonry, that the lodges in Chicago have united in a [leli-
tioii to the Grand Master and the Grand Lodge not to organize any more lodges in
that city."
He says of our report that it is " exhaustive :" We acknowledge our obligations
that he did not say exhausting.
We are glad to find a veteran like Bro. PlERSON in full sympathy with our views
on non-afiiliation, and kindred questions which point to an undue and dangerous
prominence of financial, not to say mercenary, considerations within the Fraternity.
We find the following in his notice of South Carolina :
" We most heartily endorse the Grand Master's eulogium of Bro. Orr ; he was a
true Mason, and remembered its teachings in all the various walks of life. We
knew him long years previous to the " iate unpleasantness,' and gladly — being in
Charleston — accepted the invitation to install him in the office of Grand Master of
South Carolina. We can never forget the occasion, or the leading idea of Bro. Orr's
Address, after the ceremony.
" The ceremonies were had at Solomon's Lodge — one of the oldest in the
country ; history says that it was chartered in 1733 ; we have a certificate issued by
it in 1756. The hall was crowded ; officers of the ' army of occupation ' — military
and naval — in uniform, sat side by side, as friends and brothers, with officers of
another army, that but a short time previous had fronted each other with arms in
hand.
GKAND l.ODGE OF ILLINOIS.
" Brethren who before and during the war had occupied high judicial and other
civil positions both North and South, whose opinions were as far apart as their
respective homes, occupying in peace and harmony adjacent seals. All had assem-
bled to participate in the ceremony of installing the Governor of the State as Grand
Master of Masons. The occasion and surroundings were opportune — of which
Brother Orr, in a singularly eloquent address availed himself — to portray the great
cardinal principles of Masonry : Fraternity, Tolkration, E<)UALity.
" Alluding to (then) late events, he in terse and elegant terms noted that, while heart-
burnings, divisions and animosities had occurred in families, in societies, in churches,
etc., yet in the Masonic lodges, nothing of the kind had l)cen even whispered. That
when sick, wounded, or a prisoner, to know that the sufferer was a brothei', was suf-
ficient to ensure a brother's care ; that it was only in the Masonic lodges that peace
and concord have held undisturbed sway.
" When one whose life has been an exemplification of Masonic princijiles — -who)
rising above sectional conventionalisms, lives and j:)roclaims the truth, because it i^
the truth — dies, his death is a loss to the country in which he lived."
Bro. PiERSON thinks it a mistake to report decisions on theological subjects, and
says such subjects cannot legitimately get before a lodge or Grand Lodge; says that
in the old time the roll of members was submitted to the candidate, to enable him to
see if there were any with whom he did not wish to associate as a brother; grants
the right of the Grand Master to overrule the action of a lodge for informality, error,
or insufficiency of evidence, and may mitigate a penalty, but has no power of par-
don; still insists that a dimit is only a receipt for dues; sustains the right of the
Grand Master to suspend an accused Master from office until a decision upon the
charges by the Grand Lodge, saying " The ' boss ' builder has a right to interfere if
one of the foremen or laborers is not working according to the contract ;" says the
law of some jurisdictions, compelling a brother to apply for affiliation to the nearest
lodge, is not in harmony with the spirit of the institution, nor in consonance with its
ancient usages ; that if the New Jersey committee could produce evidence to sustain
the tradition that Cox had the powers of a Provincial Grand Master, it would fur-
nish " a proud feather for their cap ;" asks if the money question is the criterion of
good Masonic standing; which question, in view of the Nevada decision which
prompted it (" any brother who regularly contributes, as provided in Regulations 1 1
and 12, is in good standing, regardless of being a non-affiliate "), we fear must be
answered in the affirmative ; notes the mistake of calling mutual relief associations
" Masonic," and suggests "Cheap Life Insurance Society, confined to members of
the Masonic Fraternity;" questions the power of a lodge to levy any assessment and
oblige all its members to pay; while we are of opinion that enforced money con
tributions are limited by the amount of dues named in the by-laws ; objects to Ma-
sonic legislation against liquor-selling, and thinks it would-be better to make treating
a penal offense, it being the starting point of the difficulty : a suggestion having a
large measure of practical wisdom ; endorses the Illinois decision that the degrees
should not be conferred gratuitously on clergymen ; and says of a matter that he
thinks ought not to have got into their proceedings at all. " It is not understood by
brethren outside of our jurisdiction, and by but few in it ; and we do not wish that
it should be;" which reminds us of Palmerston's reply to a person who asked for
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light on the famous Schleswig-Holstein question. " There never were but too men
in Europe who understood that question." said he, " myself and one other ; he is
dead, and I have forgotten."
Bro. PlERSON has a new way of spelling our Grand Master's name. It may be a
"berry" good way, but it is not justified by the usage of Bro. Lounsbury himself,
the best living authority.
MISSISSIPPI.
The Grand Lodge met at Meridian, February S, 1875.
The address of Grand Master Barkley covers twenty closely printed pages of
the proceedings, and fully sustains the reputation won by his able reports on cor-
respondence.
His exordium is a comprehensive but brief and almost axiomatic statement of the
nature of Masonry, its objective features, and our relative duties to each other and
the world, as a moral institution. Among other things, he says :
" Institutions of learning and asylums for the destitute and homeless, have been
founded by zealous, self-denying effort, long since the Grand Lodge of Mississippi
was organized, and some of these owe no small part of their present stability to the
material aid and moral power received from the Masonic Fraternity of this State.
" More than half a century has passed away since the date of our organization.
For fifty-seven years we have met in annual Grand Convocation ; we number to-day
over three hundred chartered lodges, and have upon our roll upwards of ten thou-
sand Master Masons in the State, and yet, as a Grand Lodge, we cannot point to a
single monument, reared by our own efforts, which shall tell out to the world the
result of our labors.
" The good fruits of Masonry should not, and cannot be confined within the tyled
limits of the lodge. The lessons taught there should be illustrated in the walk and
conversation of Masons when abroad in the world, so that others seeing our good
works shall be brought to respect our profession, and honor our institution.
" What the world demands of us is deeds, not words, and these we must perform
if we would maintain our position as a Moral Institution in the land. As an insti-
tution, therefore, known and recognized among men, we have our work to do.
This work must not be left to others ; neither must our charities be placed in their
hands, by them to be dispensed according to their judgment.
" The field of usefulness before us is inviting, and is already ripe to the harvest,
and we have but to thrust in the sickle and reap. The laborers in the field Masonic
are abundant, and the fault will be ours if the harvest is not gathered in. Let us,
then, as wise men and Masons, devise liberal things for the future, and let the
designs which shall be drawn upon the trestle-board at this Grand Communication,
be such whose working out will be for the good of mankind, and the advancement
of the interests of the Craft, both at home and abroad."
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CXV
We do^ not share the feeling apparently entertained by the Grand Master, that it
is a reproach that no monumental pile, educational or otherwise, tells out to the
world the labors of the Craft in that jurisdiction. The true mission of Masonry is a
silent one, leavening all unseen with its softening and restraining influences, the com-
munity in which it exists. An improved state of society is a nobler monument to
its influence and power than piles of marble, and to touch the springs of benevolence
in the individual heart of more importance than the foundation of costly public
charities.
The Grand Master reports the lodges generally in a healthy condition. The
rigid discipline enforced by his predecessors in office, and the commendable efforts
of Masters of lodges, had served to correct many irregularities, and checked, if not
wholly eradicated, the vices of intemperance, gambling and profanity, which at one
time characterized many who claimed to be Masons.
Nine dispensations for new lodges had been issued, of which four were by the
authority of the Grand Lodge. He veiy properly refused to grant a dispensation
to confer the second and third degrees on a candidate without regard to time, to
enable the brother to get through the chapter and commandery in time to attend the
Grand Encampment of the United States as a Knight Templar.
The following is creditable to the Grand Master's heart : we will not say but to
his head as well :
" I declined to grant a dispensation to confer the third degree on the son of a
Master Mason, out of the usual time, for reasons which, at that time, appeared to
me satisfactory. But, after more mature deliberation, I was constrained to believe
that Master Mason's sons are entitled to some consideration at our hands, which is
not granted to others. The facts which weighed upon my mind, and caused me to
change my decision, were the following:
" 1st. The brother who asked the dispensation on behalf of his son has devoted
a life-long service to the cause of Masonry.
" 2d. For many years he has presided in the East, and now in his riper years,
by the united suffrages of his brethren, he has again been elected Worshipful Master
of his lodge.
" 3d. But a few days more are needed to complete the allotted time, and feeling
assured that the needful work of instruction in this particular case would not be
neglected, I yielded to the solicitation and granted the dispensation."
The Grand Master detailed a case in which a brother was elected Master of a
lodge, who had not served as Warden : a Past Warden present protested on the
ground of illegality and ineligibility of the brother elect to' the office ; the Secretary,
by direction, asked for and obtained a dispensation from Grand Master Barkley's
predecessor for the installation of the Master elect, under which he was installed,
the same Past Warden again protesting, leaving the lodge room and refusing to
witness the installation. The Grand Master annulled the election and ordered a
new one.
In a similar case, originating under his own administration, he j ordered a new
election, and informed the Master that only in case the Past Wardens refused to accept
the office could a dispensation be obtained from him to elect a brother from the
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lloor. In still another case he annulled an election because one of the offieers elect
had electioneered for the office to which he was elected, distributing tickets with his
name written thereon during the time the election was being held. In commenting
on this case he says :
" In Masoniy the office should seek the man, and not the man the office. If a
brother possesses real merit, if he have those qualifications which are so essential to
one in an official position, his brethren will be the very first to find them out, and in due
time he shall have his reward. The election of officers, either in the Grand Lodge
or its subordinates, should ever be the result of a' free and enlightened choice of
its members. The vile spirit of canvassing, which belongs to the world, should for-
ever be banished from the sacred precincts of the lodge room."
The Grand Lodge unequivocally endorsed his action, and declared " that any
Mason guilty of electioneering for office, is liable to the charge of unmasonic
conduct."
Six charters had been arrested for various offenses and shortcomings.
The Grand Master announced the decease of Henry C. Robinson and Stephen
H. Johnson, Past Senior Grand Wardens, and Dent H. Miles, Past Senior Grand
Deacon.
The question of the status of members of a lodge whose charter has been arrested
having been brought to his attention, he urged the necessity of a clear determina-
tion of the matter, and in the absence of any well digested plan of his own, he sub-
mitted Sections 6 and 7, Art. XXVII, Part Second, of the Illinois law, for consid-
eration. The Committee on Jurisprudence, to whom it was referred, did not report
upon it.
Of the many decisions made, the Grand Master reported thirteen. We copy five :
"I. A simple waiver of jurisdiction is not sufficient. There must be a unan-
imous ballot had by the lodge claiming jurisdiction, and a certificate of recom-
mendation of the candidate to the other lodge.
" 6. A committee on petitions which fails to report, and is guilty of great neg-
ligence, should be reprimanded and dismissed, and another committee appointed in
their stead.
" 9. A ballot is not necessary when the committee on the petition of an applicant
reports unfavorably on the ground of physical disability.
"12. There is no law or ancient Masonic usage which warrants the reading of
the funeral service at the grave of a deceased brother, except at the time of burial,
and the modern practice is an innovation.
"13. A candidate who has been initiated, but since that time has lost his right
arm, cannot be advanced."
No. I differs slightly from our law, under which no recommendation is required
from a lodge beyond the simple waiver, to grant which requires unanimity. No. 6
is good law and good sense. No. 9, we should say, is correct in the sense that it is
the duty of the Master to stop proceedings the moment it is ascertained that there is
such a degree of physical disability as would bar a candidate under the landmarks;
and the same rule would hold in the case of one whose petition the lodge had no
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right to receive, such as a non-resident, or one over whom another lodge had ac-
quired personal jurisdiction. No. 12 is timely and correct. To No. 13 we are not
prepared to assent.
Deputy Grand Master Fant administered the affairs of the jurisdiction for two
months, the Grand Master being absent. From his report, we select the following.
" A brother in January applied to Lexington Lodge No. 24, for membership, and
accompanied his application with his dimit, regular and in due form. At the Feb-
ruary Communication he was elected, but before his reception into the lodge, the
fact was ascertained that he could not stand the proper examination, nor could he
be legally vouched for. The question is, can he be admitted, or must he be kept
out until he can stand examination ? I decided that he must be admitted. Section
37, Rules and Regulations for the government of subordinate lodges, makes it the
duty of the committee to examine into the charact&r and standing of applicants.
Their favorable report is evidence that he is a Mason, and the one represented in the
dimit. If he is the one represented, the fact that he is " rusty " should not prevent
his admission."
This is certainly a most remarkable decision, and is the first we have ever seen
holding that an alleged Mason may be admitted to a lodge on documentary evidence
alone. The favorable report is sufhcient to warrant the lodge in electing him to
membership, but when any one applies at the Tyler's door for admission, a respon-
sibility devolves on the Master from which no action of the lodge or decision of a
superior can relieve him. He must know that the applicant is a Mason.
Among the contributions to the Grand Lodge Library, acknowledged in the very
excellent report of the Grand Secretary, are the reprint of our proceedings, and
a bound copy of our Constitution and By-Laws. Speaking of the proposed
reprint of their own proceedings, the Grand Secretary says there is not a complete
file within the limits of their jurisdiction, but that singularly enough, the missing
links can be obtained from the libraries of other Grand Lodges.
A communication was received from Bro. H. G. Calhoun, District Deputy
Grand Master, Eleventh Illinois District, setting forth that a lodge in his di.strict had
purchased a set of jewels supposed to have been stolen during the late war from a
lodge at or near Salem, Mississippi.
The Grand Secretary was instructed to convey to Bro. Calhoun " the high appre-
ciation of this Grand Lodge of the truly Masonic spirit evinced by the R. W.
Brother in this behalf — and by correspondence, endeavor to ascertain to whom the
jewels belong."
A motion having been made to lay a resolution to proceed to ballot for the next
place of meeting on the table, the Grand Master decided, on the point being raised,
that a motion to lay on the table was unmasonic and out of order. We notice that
subsequently a motion for the previous question was entertained. This, however,
was in the celebrated " Spight case," in which none of the general laws of Masonry
seem to apply.
Jackson was selected as the place of meeting.
The Grand Lodge of the Indian Territory was indirectly recognized by receiving
Grand Master Barkt.ey as its accredited Representative.
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We here reproduce some of the decisions of the Committee on Law and Juris-
prudence, as adopted by the Grand Lodge :
"Question I. Can a man who can neither read nor write be made a Mason in this
Grand Jurisdiction?
Ansiuer. He cannot. The authorities on this point are meagre, but there is so
much to learn that is written, that a man who is totally illiterate is not fit material for
our ' moral and Masonic edifice.'
Question 8. What course should a lodge pursue against a brother who refuses to
obey a summons of his lodge to visit a sick brother and administer to his wants ?
Answer. ' To relieve the distresses of our brethren is a duty incumbent on all
Masons.' Although we may have no written law, yet it is written in our hearts, to
go when requested by the lodge to visit the helpless and the needy. The lodge in
such case should act discreetly ; in the opinion of your committee, a brother ought
to be reprimanded, who wifully refuses.
Question g.- What course should a lodge pursue against a brother who insults
another in open lodge ?
Answer. The W. M. can order him to leave the room; and the lodge should
require him to make satisfactory amends, and if he refuses — presuming that he
committed the offense without cause, he should be dealt with in a summaiy manner.
Question 13. Can the Chairman of the Committee on Complaints and Offenses'
appeal to the Grand Lodge, when the charges against a brother are not sustained ?
Answer. If the Lodge acted on the charges, an appeal lies. If the Committee on
Complaints and Offenses did not sustain the charges no appeal lies, under our pres-
ent code. An extreme case might arise, where the interposition of the Grand
Lodge may be necessary. It can be reached by petition to redress such a grievance.
Question 14. One brother sues another on a promissory note; no defense is
made; judgment rendered; the defendant appeals to the circuit court. Is it a
Masonic offense ?
Answer. We think not. When a brother appeals to the law he nmst abide by
the law.
Question 16. A man marries a widow (which often happens), and she has a
daughter under age. He becomes a Master Mason after marriage. Is the step-
daughter under the protection of the Masons ?
Answer. There is no special obligations resting on the Fraternity, but the man
marrying the mother should take special care of the daughter.
Question 17. A Fellow-craft is raised, and after it is done, a member announces
that he saw him drunk a short time before. What ought to be done in the premises ?
Answer. The committee is not certain, but rather incline to the opinion that the
offense is blotted out by raising the brother. The one who saw the degree conferred
and then eave the information, ought to be reprimanded, and the newly made
brother ought to ' sin no more.'
Question 18. A Fellow-craft is raised to the sublime degree of a Master Mason,
without being balloted for — a mere oversight. What i>> to be done in the premises ?
Ans7i>er. The lirother not being at fault, they shall apply to the Grand Lodge to
h eal him.
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Question 30. Is it legal and consistent with the organization of our Older for
brethren to practice law in a Grand Lodge or any of its subordinates ? — or, in other
words, is it proper for professional brethren to appear as counsel and ^take fees in
favor of or against a brother on trial for a Masonic offense?
Ayiswer. Rule gth, on page 36, says that the prosecutor or any Mason he may
select may comment on the evidence. The accused, or any Mason he may desire to
represent him, may be heard in reply. In the absence of a positive law authorizing
or prohibiting it, your Committee give it as their opinion that it is incompatible with
the nature and objects of our institution for brethren to take fees to prosecute or
defend a brother on trial for a Masonic offense in a Masonic lodge.
Question I . How should a lodge proceed against one of its members who refuses
to cast his ballot on an application, after having asked to be excused, and by the
lodge been refused ? Or can a lodge compel a member to vote ?
Answer. Section 44, Rules and Regulations, page 18, says: ' In balloting every
member should vote.' A member who is not excused should be required to vote,
and the lodge can compel him, and if he still refuses he can be dealt with for con-
tumacy and punished accordingly.
Question. Is it the province of the W. Master to decide on the physical disqual-
ifications of a candidate ?
Ans7ver. Yes."
On the question (which went over for a year), " Can a brother resting under
charges and specifications march in a funeral procession, or vote on charges and
specifications against another brother before he is himself ac([uitted?" the committee
were divided, the majority answering it in the affirmative. We fully agree with the
majority.
Nine charters were granted, and dispensations recommended to issue for four new
lodges.
A. H. Barkley, of Crawfordsville, Grand Master ; J. L. Power, Jackson, Grand
Secretary were re-elected.
The Grand Lodge refused to so amend the Constitution as to provide for biennial
sessions.
Like a relapsing fever, which reappears just as the patient is comfortably conva-
lescent, the celebrated " Spight case" which has been settled annually for several
years past, again occupied largely the attention of the Grand Lodge. Our readers
will remember that in this case the controversy turned on the question whether all
the rights of a brother are left intact, when, on appeal from a sentence of suspension,
the Grand Lodge reverses the decision of the lodge suspending him.
This time it came up through a report from the Committee on Complaints and
Appeals, the resolution of the Grand Lodge last year declaring the status of Bro.
Spight to be that of a suspended Mason, under appeal to the Grand Lodge. The
committee give a full synopsis of the case which they review in a masterly manner,
and we think unanswerably. The following not only gives a clear idea of the ques-
tion at issue, but shows the trenchant style of the committee :
" The Grand Lodge might, if it would, in a proper case, restore a brother ex
gratia to all his rights as a Mason, except that of membership in the lodge of
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which he was formerly a member, but that was not Bro. Spight's case. He did not
come to the Grand Lodge confessing guiU and petitioning for pardon ; but he came,
as the landmarks say he should come, because ^he could not stand to the award and
determination of his brethren in Ripley Lodge, who had illegally convicted and
assumed the right to illegally punish him. The Grand Lodge having ascertained
that his appeal was well taken, and that its own laws had been violated at his trial,
could not do less than to declare the proceedings void, set them aside, and grant to
him a new trial. Surely this was not a restoration to membership within the mean-
ing of Section V. The Grand Lodge having placed Bro. SricHT back where he was
after the charges were preferred against him and before his trial, simply declared in
so doing, that in consequence of the irregularities in conducting the trial, there had
been no trial at all, because an illegal trial is a void trial — void ab initio. To say
that SriGHT could lose his membership by reason of acts which were void, and
which the Grand Lodge repudiates and holds for naught, is simple nonsense and-
unworthy of a moment's serious consideration— this even, although the suggestion
coives from men who have grown gray in the service of Masonry, and whom we
esteem for their virtues, honor for their services, and love, because they are worthy
of our warmest love.
" If the Grand Lodge cannot undo the illegal acts of its subordinates, how much
worse than wasted has been the time spent in deliberation over the elaborate code of
laws established by it and in which we find rules regulating the conduct of subordinate
lodges not only at trials, but upon almost every other subject of lodge action ? If
this Grand Lodge cannot enforce its own laws, it had better repeal those it has
already made and cease making others. Why spend time and money in deliberation
over the weight of a word, a sentence, a paragraph, or even a whole code of laws,
if they are made only to be broken at pleasure by whosoever chooses so to do ? "
The judgment of Ripley Lodge, indefinitely suspending the brother, was confirmed,
and the "Spight case" proper, is probably ended. The main question involved in
it, however, will again come before the Grand Lodge next year, in a proposed amend-
ment to the rules governing trials.
The Report on Correspondence (p. 41), by Past Grand Master Thomas S. Gath-
ERIGHT, is a condensed, well written review of the proceedings of thirty-nine Amer-
ican Grand Lodges. Illinois (1874) is noticed. The prayer of our Grand Chaplain,
Bro. Scott, at the opening of the Grand Lodge, is highly praised. Of Grand Mas-
ter Hawley's address, Bro. Gathbright says :
" The address of the Grand Master is an excellent paper, but some of his acts
would not pass the ordeal of our Constitution and Laws. Appeals to the Grand Master
are unknown, here, but lie before the Grand Lodge. Bro. Hawi.ey entertained an
appeal, reversed the decision of the lodge, and restored a suspended Mason to mem-
bership."
He further says :
" The Committee on Masonic Law and Jurisprudence say as follows :
' That the Grand Master upon satisfactory reasons, possesses the right to suspend the
^'fitdgmfint of the lodge, either in whole or in part, until the meeting of the Grand Lodge,
but when there are no irregularities shown to have occurred in the proceedings incident
to the trial, your committee doubt (?) the right ot the Grand Master to set aside, uncon-
ditionally, the entire proceedings of a trial and sentence, and reinstate a brother to all
his rights in a lodge . '
"The tendency seems to be to ' Ccesarism.' "
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Of our report, he observes :
" The ' Spight case ' is reviewed .so far as our report on Masonic law is con-
cerned, and Bro. Robbins is disposed to be ' sarkastic' Our Constitution may be
wrong, and our Committee on Masonic Law and Jurisprndence may not understand
the extent of its duties ; but this writer was chairman of the committee whose report
Bro. Robbins reviews, and that committee reported its construction of existing laws,
not what it supposed should be the law."
We acknowledge the soft impeachment as to disposition, but since reading the re-
port of the Mississippi Committee on Complaints and Appeals, we can see how lament-
ably we failed in ability. We pray our brother to believe, however, that if our
remarks were in the slightest degree sarcastic, they were applied in a purely Pick-
wickian sense. Had it been otherwise, the pleasure we experience at his statement
that the committee was not reporting what it supposed should be the law, would be
marred by the pangs of self-reproach.
Bro. Gathbright thinks the District of Columbia doctrine that the burial of the
dead by a lodge is Masonic work, and that no person except a Mason in good stand-
ing can participate in the work of the lodge is bound to prevail ; is of opinion that
to say that great good cannot be done by the organization of a life insurance association
in every Grand Jurisdiction, is to say that Masonry is a failure, the application of
which we don't quite see, as it is no more a test of the value or success of the insti
tution than co-operative corn planting; heartily endorses the doctrine that lodge
dues are incident to lodge membership, and that the highest penalty that can be in-
flicted for their non-payment is deprivation of membership, and we think the more
carefully this subject is studied the more will be found to agree with him; believes
that while the doctrine generally obtains that jurisdiction acquired by rejecting an
applicant for initiation is perpetual, it could be modified with great justice and pro-
priety ; deduces the moral, " go slow in the Temple business," from the experience
of jurisdictions now struggling with heavy financial burdens ; holds that no appeal
can be made from the decision of the Grand Master, and that his power is a sheet
anchor that will be rarely abused, but is frequently trenched upon ; also, that de-
cisions of the Grand Master should not be reported : and that where an accused
brother is tried and acquitted, the lodge or any member can appeal ; with the latter
half of which we fully agree, but think that for a lodge to take an appeal from its
own action, would resemble the attempt of a man to lift himself by his boot-straps.
On the whole, Bro. Gathbright's report is so good, that we very much regret
the restrictions which denied him room equal to the ability of which the paper is so
suggestive. He is still continued at the head of the committee.
We wish the Grand Secretary would gratify our curiosity to know the first names'
of the Grand Officers, including his own. Of most of them we get only the initials.
10
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MISSOURI.
The Grand Lodge met at St. Louis, Oct. 13, 1S74.
The long and able address of Grand Master Anderson is marked throughout
with the strong personality of the author.
He announces the death of John D. Daggett, the last survivor of the conven-
tion which organized the Grand Lodge of Missouri, in 1821. He had served the
Grand Lodge two years as Deputy Grand Master, two as Grand Secretary, and
seven as Grand Treasurer.
The death of Past Grand Master J. W. S. Mitchell was also announced. He
was well known throughout the country as the author of a work entitled " The
History of Freemasonry," and another called " The Common Law of Masonry."
Of his official labors, the Grand Master says :
" I regret exceedingly that my business engagements, close attention to which is
demanded by the constantly increasing wants of a large family, and the absence of
any provision for any pecuniary compensation to the Grand Master for his services,
have prevented me from extending my visits to the Craft, and devoting more time to
the personal inspection of the lodges. As it was, I made it a point to visit those in
localities where professional engagements called me. I purposely avoided sky-
scraping, spread-eagle Fourth of July dissertations on abstract questions, and talked
to them in a frank, candid manner, upon practical questions involving their duties as
Masons. I met with a cordial reception, received an attentive hearing, and have
reason to believe that my visits were attended with good results. The simple title
of Grand Master seems to carry with it great weight, and inspire great respect ; and
I saw just enough to satisfy me that a thorough visitation of the lodges in Missouri,
by the Grand Master in person, who would pay attention to the details of legislation
and the morals of the membership, convincing them that the mere ' putting through '
process was but a small part of the duties to be learned, would result in weeding out
more fungus lodges, building up more waste places, dispensing more light and
knowledge, raising higher the standard of morality, and bringing about a more
healthy and prosperous growth of the true principles of Masonry than any other
instrumentality. The District Deputy Grand Master system, which was devised as
a substitute for such visitations, is to my mind a poor makeshift. Many of the
brethren appointed to these positions cannot or will not, at least they do not, attend
to the duties of the office ; and in some instances I have had communicated to me,
by private members, gross unmasonic practices that have occurred right under the
nose of the District Deputy Grand Master, who was either too cowardly, too care-
less, or too corrupt to do his duty. The system is a good one if it were practicable ;
and if you could always get ' good men and true ' to fill the office, it would materi-
ally lighten the labors of the Grand Master. But how can this be accomplished
when the Grand Master has not a thorough acquaintance with the Masonic material
in a given district, in fact may not be personally acquainted with a Mason in it, and
is compelled to rely upon infoniiation received during the interim between his elec-
tion and the making of his appointments, at the close of the session, from a few who
themselves are totally ignorant of the qualifications necessary to make a good Deputy,
or are influenced in their recommendation by a favoritism to some smooth talking
individual who wants a handle to his name ? "
As an evidence of the alleged dereliction of duty on the part of the District Dep-
uties, he had received but twenty-six reports out of forty-seven that were due. But
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however faithful and intelligent the Deputies might be, it would not supersede the
necessity of the Grand Master's visits, and he verily believed that had he traveled
over the state during the past year, he would have arrested one out of every five
charters in force, and that the good of the Craft would have been promoted thereby.
" How to induce and render such visitation practicable is the question. I had
thought that to so change our law as to make the office of Grand Master a salaried
one, with sufficient compensation to justify the Grand Master in keeping his office in
connection with the Grand Secretary's and devoting the whole of his time to the
work, would accomplish the desired end. He might be the conservator and expo-
nent of the work as well as the administrator of the law, and thus supersede the
necessity and expense of a Grand Lecturer. But it is suggested that the Grand
Master being eligible under our system for only two years in succession, no one
would be willing to abandon his business or profession for so limited a time, unless
the salary was such as would ordinarily be considered exorbitant. If the limitation
was extended say from two to five years, with a salary of five thousand dollars per
annum, his re-election to the office every year being dependent upon the manner in
which he performed his work, the good that might be accomplished by an effi-
cient Grand Master could not be estimated in dollars and cents. With these sug-
gestions L leave the subject with you, hoping that in your wisdom some plan will be
adopted looking to an improvement upon the present system, and which will save
the Order, in our jurisdiction, from the demoralization and lack of discipline which
is sapping its foundations and will ere long cause it to fall to pieces of its own rot-
tenness."
On this subject the Grand Lodge, speaking through the Committee on Address,
said :
" Your committee agree with the Grand Master, that a personal visitation to the
lodges, as he suggests, would be productive of good, but as this object could not be
effected without endowing the office of Grand Master with a heavy salary, which
would at once make the position one to be sought after rather than bestowed, we do
not see how the end can be secured. We apprehend that if the office were made a
salaried one, it would originate contentions for place and profit, and thus degrade an
exalted station to a level of the ordinaiy concerns of business. We therefore think
this subject of a salaried office should be dismissed from the serious consideration of
the Grand Lodge."
From the thirty-four decisions reported, we copy the following, taking those dis-
sented from in part, in connection with the comments of the Committee on Juris-
prudence :
" 2. In a Masonic trial a Mason's wife is a competent witness for or against him.
Her relation to the accused may affect the credibility, not the competency of the
witness.
" 3. The status of a Master Mason under charges is not affected by such charges
except that he cannot dimit. He is presumed innocent until his guilt is proven.
"4. In conferring degrees on Army-made Masons, it is proper to collect fees for
degrees before balloting as required by section 2, article 16, and then return as
provided by resolution on page 25 of Book of Constitutions.
"5. A public installation is strictly a Masonic occasion, and no Dispensation is
necessary for the lodge conducting it to appear in procession.
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" 6. At an election of officers of a lodge, blank ballots must be counted for
' blank,' and there must be a majority of all the ballots cast, including the blanks, to
elect.
" 7th. That ' one of the three officers of the lodge must preside,' is law. There
is no evading that proposition. The presiding officer, be he the Worshipful Master,
Senior Warden, or Junior Warden, is wholly responsible for the conduct and pro-
ceedings of the lodge during its session. That is equally clear. It has been
recommended by this Grand Lodge, that the presiding officer ought to be in his
station during the whole of the session of the lodge, clothed with his jewel of office.
This is sensible advice, and should be followed. But the Grand Master rules, that
♦ one of the three principal officers must be in his place as Worshipful Master during
the whole of the session.' And just here rises a serious question, which must be
met. The question is, for example :
" Say the Senior Warden has charge of the lodge as the acting Master ; say,
during the session of the lodge, the acting Master, from some necessity that exists,
takes the Senior Warden's or the Senior Deacon's station, having placed another
brother in the Master's station ; does this transposition of officers for the time being
invalidate the work or proceedings of the lodge ?
" We think it does not. The acting Master is present with the Charter, and the
power he wields under it. He disposes the officers, and arranges the work. It is a
good and lawful lodge, even if he does station a brother to conduct the work and the
routine of business, while he himself is speaking for the Senior Warder or Senior
Deacon. The Mason made under such an arrangement of work is regular, and the
proceedings of the lodge are valid.
" 8. In this State a Lodge cannot be opened unless there be present seven Mas-
ter Masons, members of the L6dge. Six members, and one or more visitors, cannot
open or work in a lodge.
" 9. An amendment of the By-Laws, changing time of election of officers from
September to December, does not affect the status of officers elected and installed
before the amendment. They must hold over until the December succeeding the
twelve months for which they were elected.
" 10. A notice from a United States attorney to witnesses not to testify in a Ma-
sonic trial, until after trial in the circuit court, is a nullity, and furnishes no excuse
for a witness refusing to testify.
"II. It is well settled in this Grand Jurisdiction, that it is not necessary to await
the issue of an indictment before proceeding to try a Mason in his lodge for the
offense for which he stands indicted.
"12. A ballot cannot be had on a petition for initiation or membership, until a
majority of the committee, to whom it was referred, have reported.
"13. An installation of the officers of a lodge cannot be had either public or
private without opening the lodge. The records of the lodge must show the in-
stallation of its officers, and this can only be made while the lodge is in session.
" 1 6th. That the Worshipful Master cannot appoint a committee of the lodge
when the lodge is not at labor, is a good rule. Of course this does not cover com-
mittees to examine visitors.
" 1 8th. We think that the law prohibiting an installed officer of a lodge from
dimitting while he is in office a good one. There are seven installed officers, and
they constitute a quorum of the lodge. The Grand Lodge thus provides for the life
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of its subordinate, in membership, and this wise provision ought to stand. We
therefore dissent from the opinion expressed by the Grand Master, that ' the rule
ought to be so amended as to apply only to the three principal officers of the Lodge.'
" 20. It is impolitic for a lodge to allow any other organization to occupy a hall
in common with itself, and illegal to become joint-owners or occupants with any
other than exclusively moral or benevolent associations. Co-partnerships with
political or secular societies must not be tolerated.
" 24. Our law recognizes no such relation as ' honorary membership,' and it is
out of order and a nullity for a lodge to elect and declare A B an honorary member
of the same.
" 27. The Worshipful Master must preside when present in the lodge, even
though interested in the trial of a brother in progress before the lodge. He must
retire if he feels a delicacy in presiding.
" 29. A lodge cannot remit the dues of a member until they have accrued. A
vote to remit a brother's dues, ' as long as he may continue a member of the lodge,' is
null and void.
■" 34. A lodge has no right to tax its members except in the way of dues, the
amount of which can only be prescribed by by-law adopted in the usual way. It
was optionary with the brother to pay the ten dollars or not, and his dimit could not
be withheld on account of his refusal to pay it."
No. 4 would seem to indicate that work must be scarce in Missouri, as one lodge
at least has been amusing itself by conferring the degrees on those who are already
Masons. No. 6 has been denied in one or two localities, but we take it to be good
law. As to No. 7, we agree with the committee. No. 8 is more stringent than our
law, which permits the lodge to be opened if there be present seven Master Masons,
but balloting, or any other business (except conferring degrees) requires the presence
of seven members of the lodge. We assume with the committee that No. 16 does
not refer to the Committee of Inquiry, From No. 27 we dissent, holding that the
Master may call whoever he pleases to the chair. No. 34 accords with the Illinois
law, and with our own notions. Thirteen dispensations had been issued for new
lodges, and petitions for several more were refused. Two charters had been surren-
dered and two arrested. In one case of surrender it was afterwards alleged that the
Master had taken it upon himself to surrender the charter without giving the lodge an
opportunity to express an opinion on the subject, and on investigation it transpired
that more than seven members desired to retain it ; the Grand Lodge accordingly
ordered it restored.
In a case where the charter of a lodge was arrested at the instance of the Master,
Wardens, and several of the brethren, subsequent investigation showed that the ac-
tion was procured that the lodge might escape the payment of a heavy indebtedness
contracted in building a new hall, a portion of the members of the old asking for and
obtaining a dispensation for a new lodge. A special committee reported, the Grand
Lodge concurring :
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" It (the lodge) has placed itself in position to escape the payment of debts that it
is in honor bound to pay. Such action should not and cannot be approved by this
Grand Lodge. It is no mitigation of the offense that the loan was discounted
twenty per cent., or that it is a bicsitiess transaction. The method of avoiding the
debt should not be tolerated. The Grand Lodge is not responsible for nor in honor
bound to assume the payment of debts incurred by subordinate lodges. The Grand
Lodge cannot afford pecuniary relief to Brother Griffith, or any of the creditors of
Macon Lodge, but a precedent may be established that will be a just rebuke for such
action, and will induce lodges to be more cautious about incurring indebtedness.
" Your committee therefore recommend that the action of the Most Worshipful
Grand Master in arresting the Charter of Macon Lodge, No. io6, be sustained, and
that the Grand Secretary be directed not to issue a dimit to any of the members of
said lodge at the time of such surrender, until a satisfactory adjustment of its indebt-
ness is arranged."
And the new lodge was refused a charter.
In five cases the Grand Master ordered new trials. In one, the lodge had dis-
missed the charges on a report that the accuser and accused had compromised their
difficulties. The Grand Master, finding the charges of a serious nature, properly
holding that the honor of the Craft was at stake, ordered the charges reinstated and
the trial to proceed. In another, a brother had been found guilty, but the lodge
refused to assess any punishment. The Grand Master declared it a " mis-trial,^^ and
ordered a trial de novo. We give another case in the Grand Master's own language :
" In Phelps Lodge No. 357, charges were preferred against the Senior Deacon for
gross unmasonic conduct. He was tried and found guilty. The lodge was not con-
tent with refusing to assess any punishment, but (it being the regular night for the
election of officers) rewarded him for his skill and industry displayed in consuming
an excessive quantity of " rifle-whisky," by electing and installing him Master of the
lodge. I issued an order declaring his election void, and ordering the trial to pro-
ceed until some punishment was assessed against him ; but, before my order reached
its destination, an all-wise Providence had "suspended" him from his office, and
summoned him to a higher tribunal.
Of the two remaining cases, in one he declared the proceedings void, and ordered
a new trial, because during the first, it was afterwards ascertained, the charter was '
not present, but was hanging in a room over the lodge ; and in the other he took the
same action, because although the Master was present, the District Deputy Grand
Master occupied the East and conducted the trial.
In all these cases his action was approved. In the two latter the reasons seem to
us flimsy enough to provoke a smile ; but we will not be guilt)' of such a discourtesy,
for such is Missouri law.
Under the head of " Complaints from and against Foreign Jurisdictions," the
Grand Master says :
" On the 9th of December, 1873, Worshipful Brother H. M. Rhodus, Worship-
ful Master of Polar Star Lodge No. 79, complained to me that on the 8th day of
October, 1874, one F. N. Hundley, a member of his lodge, had been made a charter
member of Collinsville Lodge No. 712, under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge
of Illinois, he, the said Hundley, being in arrears to his lodge for dues, and never
having dimitted therefroin, I immediately wrote to Most Worshipful Brother James
A. Hawley, Grand Master of Illinois, calling his attention to the case, and desiring
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CXXVII
to know by what process of reasoning the Grand Lodge of Illinois could claim the
right to make a charter member of, and affiliate a member of, one of our lodges.
Brother Hawley responded to me very promptly and courteously, and stated, in
substance, that the signing of a petition for a Dispensation to form a new lodge does
not, in Illinois, affect the standing of the petitioner in the chartered lodge of which
he is a member He still possesses the rights of membership in chartered lodge,
and is liable for dues therein to time new lodge is chartered, when (if he signed
petition for charter) he becomes a member of new lodge. " But," he says, "while
such is the law in Illinois, I am of the opinion it should only apply to petitioners who
are members of lodges in this state ; and that dimits should be required from all
petitioners for charters who are members of lodges of other jurisdictions." I was
squaring myself for a friendly set-to with Brother Hawley on the question, when I
was advised that Polar Star Lodge had, pending our tete-a-tete, issued a dimit to
Brother Hundley, thereby relinquishing jurisdiction over him; and as I had no am-
munition to waste in fighting about abstractions, I let the subject drop. Brother
Hawley assured me that the Grand Lodge of Illinois did not mean to be discour-
teous, or wrong its neighbors in the least, and I only have to suggest that they make
their kiw explicit on the subject, that deliiiqzient Missouri Masons may not find a city
of refuge across the river.
The new Illinois code, then pending and since adopted, renders a recurrence of
such a mistake impossible.
Of the reports of the District Deputies, the Grand Master characteristically says :
" Some of the District Deputies have labored with zeal and fidelity in their districts,
and are ' entitled to wages ;' others have been careless and indolent, but will no
doubt be in at the eleventh hour to claim as much as any of them. Most of the re-
ports were received too late for me to give them a carefnl review, but I find in some
of them recommendations of importance to the Craft, and suggest their reference to
a committee, who will digest and lay before you their valuable suggestions. This
committee have been too negligent heretofore."
This committee made such amends for the negligence of its predecessors as its
limited time would permit. Our readers may judge from the following extract, to
which class of the Deputies' reports mentioned, the report of the committee itself is
akin :
" Some of these reports are voluminous and extended, in details abundant, and
in words excessive. Others are sufficiently brief to embody the soul of wit, though
no one intended to be witty, while others embrace the happy medium between ver-
bosity and reticency, being concise, terse and practical. These reports contain and
furnish many amusing views — some instructive and suggestive. In too many
instances we discover the blighting presence and influence of apathy, loss of zeal,
growing indifference, carelessness and abandonment of regular attendance upon the
meetings of the lodges. In some cases the Deputies report Masonry dead. Your
committee here volunteer an opinion that, in not a few communities within their
knowledge. Masonry has died from too much life. Paradoxical as it may sound,
over-much zeal and excessive life on the part of the votaries of our Order hastened
and produced its decline and death in such instances."
Generally speaking :
" We find much to commend as reported by the Deputies in all their districts.
Peace prevails among the workmen, and harmony generally throv^fs her gold chain
around the great heart of the brotherhood. Only in rarest instances has the hoarse
voice of discord been heard with croakings of dissatisfaction."
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A few peculiar cases claimed their attention, of which the following is one :
" In the Sixth District, Brother J. A. Adams, D. D. G. M., presided at the trial
of the Senior Warden of Rocheport Lodge, No. 67. The lodge found the Warden
guilty of the specification, but not of the charge of unmasonic conduct. A repri-
mand was voted, but the warden refused to receive it, and was permitted to retire.
Your committee think the Deputy should have given the reprimand even if the
party refused to stand fire, and delivered a parting shot as he retired, taking him on
the wing." ?
We think the astonishment of the Warden at finding himself about to be repri-
manded for not having been proved guilty of unmasonic conduct, a sufficient excuse
for his fugacious impulse.
The report of the Deputy for the Thirteenth District, is evidently of the class de-
nominated "concise, terse, practical:'"
" He says of Unity Lodge, Richmond, Mo.: ' The Master is seldom at home, the
Senior Warden lives at Plattsburg, and the Junior Warden cannot open the lodge
with a ten-foot rail." Your committee cannot determine whether the Junior Warden
is unable to get within ten feet of the lodge from want of knowledge, or is so ineffi-
cient as an officer that a lever longer than a rail is necessary to prize it open. One
conclusion is easily reached, that lodge is in a pitiable condition. The good of
Masonry will be subserved by arresting the charters of such lodges.'"
From the Grand Lecturer we have the gratifying intelligence that intemperance and
its kindred vices are rapidly on the decline among the Masons of Missouri.
The Grand Lodge granted twenty-three charters, and refused seven ; granted two
and refused eight petitions for dispensations ; exemplified the work ; recognized the
Grand Lodge of Quebec; appropriated $500 and ^150 to the St. Louis and St. Jo-
seph Boards of Relief, respectively ; ordered a reprint of the Book of Constitutions,
revised to date; listened to an address from the Grand Orator, Bro. R. S. YoRHlS,of
which 2000 copies were ordered to be printed for distribution, and received — whether
with equanimity is not stated — the report that only twenty-four out of nearly five
hundred lodges, had acted on the proposed amendments to the Constitution submitted
for their approval or rejection.
The report of the Committee on Grievance embraces thirty-two cases. The work
of the committee is so well done in the main, that we ought perhaps to overlook the
bad taste of using the word " tight " to signify intoxication, and the impertinence of
speaking of " joining the crusaders and becoming a total abstinence fanatic.''
The committee say that the Grand Lodge does not recognize any law for changing
the venue of a case, and as a sample of the funny things that come up to relieve the
tedium of such labor, copy a single specification from a case before them, all of them
having a stump speech injected into them, only longer than this :
" Specification 3d : ' For being a regular nuisance in the Lodge ; for all are
conversant with the fact that, when present, he continually bores the lodge with
long, windy speeches to the detriment of the peace and harmony and prosperity of
our lodge, as well as the chagrin of many brethren present.' "
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Tn another case, an appeal from sciileuce of suspension, Uie conimillec say :
" 'I'lic ajipcal assigns as reasons for reversal that accused was not a member of tlie
loiige that tried him, but it is not disputed that he resided in the jurisdiction of the
lodge, and it was then that the offense was committed and continued for three years.
His next point is thjit he was a Royal and Select Master, and could not be tried in a
Blue I,odge. It is useless to say that there is nothing in either of these objections,
and the fact that a man would make snch foolish objections, only confirms our opin-
'\o\\ that the charges of habitual drunkenness were true."
A reasonable inference.
In another cxse the committee say, with the conuirrence of the Grand T.odgc,
that a suspended Mason is not legally bound to respond to a summons. Is this true?
We have never supposed that suspension from the rights and benefits of Masonry
relieved the brother from his rciponsibilities to the Fraternity. If suspension can-
cels the duty of ob2dience, do:s it also cancel the duty of secresy? If not, why
not ?
John W. Lukk, of St. Louis, was elected Grand Master; George Frank
(jom.EY, St. Louis, re-elected Grand Secretary.
l>ro. Geo. Frank Goin.EV presented the Report on Correspondence (pp. 93), re
viewing the proceedings of all the American Grand Lodges but Wisconsin, and
))re;5enting Bro. Pinner's review of Foreign Grand Bodies, from the New York
Report. Bro. Gou LEY says :
"At the time of commencing our Re[)ort we are just beginning to get over a
severe attack of temporary affection of the eyes, and it is even now with great diffi-
culty that we can either read or write, and we ofler this as an honest a]ioIogy for any
shortcoming in this review, and hope the Grand Lodge and our brother corresjion-
dants will accept it as such. We shall try and do justice to all the proceedings
before us, and shill, as last year, confine ourselves chiefly to ([uestions of jurispru
dence and decisions, for we are satisfied that nine-tenths of the work thrown on
Grand Masters and Grand LkI les arises from an inexcusable ignorance on the part
of Masters in not studying the law."
To our sympathy for our brother in his affliction, is added the somewhat selfish re-
gret that it prevented his giving free rein to those qualities as a reviewer, which
make his reports so entertaining and instructive.
The address of Grand Master Hawley is characterizerl as " a good practical doc-,
ument."
In his notice of Colorado, he discourses sensibly of a practice which obtains in
several jurisdictions. We reproduce a portion of the record, and his comments:
"A lodge of Master Masons was opened, in due form, by R. W. Wekstkk I).
Anthony, Deputy Grand Master.
'In reply to Most Worshipful Grand MasttT Teller, the Grand Secretary announced
that ItepresentHtives from a constitutional number of lodges were present, had made
returns and paid the dues of their respective lodges.
The Most Worshiplul Grand Lodge was opened in amplk form "
"We must say that we do not exactly see through the necessity of this form of
opening.
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PROCEEDINGS OF THE
" In the first place, we do not see what kind of a charter the Dejnily Grand
Master had, under which to open " a Lodge of Master Masons.' "
" In the second place, we do not see what it could accomplish, for it is certainly
not competent for a lodge of Master Masons, without a charter, to sit in judgment
on the credentials of a sovereign Grand Body.
" In the third place, any Grand Lodge can meet without a quorum, and adjourn
from time to time until it gets a quorum by summons or otherwise; and we hold
that the Grand Master should have opened the Cirand Lodge, and ascertained from
the Committee on Credentials if a quorum was present, and if so, then go ahead—
and if not, then send for them, and call oft until the delegates arrived. This is tlic
•old style,' and we like it best, because it looks more like square work. We do not
know where our good brethren of Colorado got their idea from, but we hope they
will abandon it, for it won't stand the test of logic or usage."
Bro. GoL'l-EY fully agrees with the position taken by the Grand Lodge of the Dis-
trict of Columbia, relative to " mixed funerals ;" thinks the Minnesota Master whose
lodge on election night resolved itself into a convention, chose a president, ap
]>ointcd tellers and proceeded to nominate its ofticers by ballot, nuist have just been
elected president of a young debating society, and had uol got dry behind the cars
as a Mason; and still remonstrates vigorously with Grand Secretaries who do not
give *' SUB-HEADINGS " in the body of the printed proceedings.
M(3NTANA.
This volume come to us uniform \\ ith its elegant predecessors, rich lu blue
and gold, tinted pajier and excellent printing, and having for its frontispiece a
siccl portrait of Grand Master Star, whose face, for good looks, fully sustains the
reputation of the royal line in that jurisdiction.
The Grand Lodge met at Bo/.eman, Oct. 5, 1874.
The address of the Grand Master is brief. Of the general situation he says :
•• I am pleased to convey to you the knowledge that all tidings from our lodges
show that the in.stitution of Masonry in this jurisdiction is prosperous. Unity of
jiurpose in laboring for its advancement inspires the several lodges, and nothing
lias occurred lo disturb its harmony or retard its progress in benevolence and use-
fulness."
The repuil of the Counnitlee on Revision of the Constitution and By-Laws was
nearly ready lor the printer, when a fire at Helena destroyed all their collection of
nuUerials, all MSS prepared, and with them all the property of the Grand Lodge.
The loss of property — furniture, books, records and library — is estimated at ;5il,ooo:
the loss of records, archives, and their valuable collection of the proceedings of
sister Grand Lodges cannot well be estimated. In this connegliou the Grand Sec-
retarv savs :
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" The loss of the original records and tiles of ofticial papers is irreparable."
" The entire stock of blanks that 1 had procured with much care and expense
was lost. All the copies that remained of our several annual publications of Pro-
ceedings were conxerted to undistinguishable ashes, and the necessity of a reprint,
which had already confronted us, cannot much longer he deferred without serious
embarrassment. The efforts I had made to gather scattered volumes into the nucleus
of a library only increased our loss, for everything was consumed ; even my hopes
were ]>araly/ed for a time, and there has been very little even in the months that
have elapsed since, to enkindle very strong hopes of repairing our losses. Bro. P.-\R-
viN, of Iowa, Bro. Bakkr, of Rhode Island, and Bro. Tavi.OR, of Nevada, are all
outside of our own jurisdiction that have contributed to make good our loss, and to
these and others especial gratitude is due from our drand Lodge. Circulars were
sent to all the Orand Lodges with which we are in correspondence, hut, save those
instances named, nothing came of it. Probably they thought we might have taken
better care of our property or procured insurance — so some Grand Lodges answer
their own subordinates. Thank Heaven I we are able to do without what we can't
pay for and procure honorably without begging. But it is time for this Orand Lodge
to take some cnre for itself. It will prove better economy in the end to have some
more stable and commodious office than the coat tails of your Grand Secretary, and
till some steps are taken towards having a safe office and suitable cases it will not be
wise to expend money or time to collect a library.
It does not need the recollection of our own losses by fire to evoke, though it will
certainly quicken the sympathies of the craftsmen of our jurisdiction for the aftliction
of the Grand Lodge of Montana. We count it not the least of our misfortunes thai
the utter destruction of all our pa>t Proceedings ])uts it out of our power to contrib-
ute to replace their lost files. Our reprint — which they have since received, or i(
they have not, will receive on notifying the Grand Secretary that the volume sent
them has failed of its destination — -will make good onlv in part their loss of our Pro
ceedings.
The Grand Master complained, citing a case in illustration, that the resolution of
the preceding year denying that an appeal lies to the Grand Master during the recess
of the Grand Lodge, renders the Grand Master, if not a mere honorary, at least onU
an advisory officer. He thinks it sulncrsive of good order and Masonic discipline,
virtually rendering lodges independent of control during the recess, and encouraging
violation of the By Laws by debarring I he Grand Mastei' from executive authority.
I'he resolution was repealed.
This subject is not free from difliculty. To our mind the landmaric clearly pro-
vides that an appeal shall lie to the Grand Lodge, and does not seem to contemplate
an appeal to the Grand Master. On the other hand we do not see how the Grand
Master can be held guiltless, in the face of his manifest duty to require a strict obedi
ence to the laws of the Grand Lodge and adherence to Masonic usage, if under the
guise of a trial the la\v> are llagrantly violated.
The Grand Master had granted one disjiensation for a new lodge, and on his
recommendation it was continued.
Lew finer things than the following, from his closing remarks, are to be found in
the whole circle of addresses and reviews :
" It is ten years since the Grand Lodge of Montana was estalilished. It has been
a dtcade of worthy progression, from itip nigiil of ouilawrv and ht-ice conllii-l, into
the full (hu of ordt-r and ueair hi ihat das', aiiiiil ihr Uirliiilf net- ami slrilr ol llic
CXXXII PROCERDtNGS OP TltE
seekers of gold, and those who held life and law and morality but as things to be
trampled upon and destroyed, there were good men and true, who laid deep and firm
amid these mighty mountains the foundation of our Masonic edifice. Not with raised
voices, or to win the plaudits of the multitude, did they toil. To them the noble task
of these silent workers of the world, whose crown and compensation is the grati-
tude of hearts that shall throb responsive to their memories when, beneath the coffin-
lid and the acacia, the tried hands shall be crossed over stilled' and faithful bosoms.
Scarce a decade has passed since then, and already the many beautiful halls and
temples dedicated to Masonry attest the zealous industry of the craft, vv'hile harmony
and good-will prevail amid our ever-strengthening ranks. As the years have come,
days of brighter blessings have dawned on each Masonic heart. Where crime and
ill-used power and all the ruder passions held control, there is now order, morality,
and fraternity. How much of this is due to those who established our Order amid
the tumult of that ruder day will never be written; but enough is known to render
still dearer to us those ties which bind us in unseverable brotherhood, to prompt a
warm tribute from our hearts, and inspire us each and all to emulate their fidelity
and zeal."
In some jurisdictions the event of the session is the election; in Montana, it is
fixing the place for the next annual communication. This year it led to a protracted
struggle running through a portion of each of three days. A brother led off with a
resolution fixing it at Helena. On a motion to strike out " Helena " and insert
"Virginia," the vote stood, 29 yeas to 30 nays. A motion was made to recount,
pending which the subject was postponed until the next day, when a recount re-
versed the first vote, showing 30 yeas and 29 nays. Thereupon, by 35 yeas to 32
nays, the subject went over until the following day, when a motion to strike out
"Virginia" and insert " Radersburg " prevailed by a vote of 46 yeas to 21 nays.
On the final vote to adopt the resolution thus amended, 6 out of 66 were in favor
of continuing the fun.
Edward L. Stackpole, of Deer Lodge, was elected Grand Master ; Cornelius
Hedges, Helena, re-elected Grand Secretary.
A committee was appointed to review and revise the work, and it was ordered that
hereafter the same should be exemplified every year, the third day of the session
being set apart for that purpose ; the Grand Secretary was oidered to ascertain the
cost of reprinting the proceedings of the Grand Lodge from its organization ; the
Grand Lodge refused to commit itself to " Look's Masonic Trials " as authority,
without further time to examine the subject; and requested the Grand Master to
issue a circular letter, calling attention to a standing resolution relative to the vices
of intemperance, gambling, licentiousness and profanity. The following was
adopted :
" Resolved, That it is the opinion of this Grand Lodge that the Tyler, being a
member of a subordinate lodge, must vote upon every application for affiliation or
the degrees, unless excused by the unanimous vote of the members present.
" Resok'eJ, That the Tyler at his position is not one of the seven necessary to con-
stitute a quorum for the transaction of business."
The ception of the Representative of Illinois is thus recorded :
" Bro. Hedges presented his credentials as Grand Representative of the (irand
Lodge of Illinois. The brother expressed his deep sense nf Ihe honor conferred
GRAND LODGE OF iLl.tNOIS. CJCXXlII
and responsibility involved in the attempt even to worthily represent so large, pow-
erful, vigorous, and intelligent a jurisdiction, almost, if not quite, in the van in the
noble strife, or rather emulation, of those who can best work and best agree. He
further expressed the warm wish and confident hope that the kindly relations that
had always existed between the (Jrand Lodges of Illinois and Montana might always
continue with increasing strength and mutual satisfaction. The Grand Master elo-
([uently responded, and the Grand Lodge joined in the acknowledgment with the
grand honors."
Bro. Cornelius Hedges again presented the Report on Correspondence (pp. 87),
an elegant and highly interesting review of the proceedings of forty-two American
Grand Lodges.
The matter of his report is almost entirely from his own pen. We quote from his
notice of Illinois :
" The Grand Lodge of Illinois holds its Annual Communications simultaneously
with our own, the only difference being that they meet on the first Tuesday, while
we meet on the first Monday, in October, a difference that would indicate that they
were more averse to traveling on Sunday than we are.
"The volume of Proceedings devoted to the transactions of the session of 1873
contains 440 pages, excellently arranged and clearly printed, being a fair compeer
of the California Proceedings, only the length is about half an inch less. The
address of Grand Master Hawley is severely confined to a recital of official acts, for
which twelve pages barely sufficed. The amount received during the year from
Dispensations alone was $1,698, being for thirteen new lodges, $1,300; for con-
ferring degrees, $300-; for elections, installations, etc., $98.
" For all this vast jurisdiction of 712 lodges only 13 decisions are reported, and
there are none of these especially noteworthy, except that he holds the petitioners
for a lodge U. D. still liable to dues and possessed of full rights in their old lodges.
The custom of honorary membership also prevails in Illinois. Laying corner-
stones anil dedicating new halls is an extensive business in the Prairie State.
" They came within one of a two-thirds vote to raise the per dietn of members of
Cirand Lodge from $2 to $3. Beware the fate of back-pay salary-grabbers !
" Two pleasant episodes closed the business of the session. One was the presenta-
tion to members of the Masonic Relief Committee, of Chicago, of handsomely
engrossed and framed copies of vole of thanks of Grand Lodge. The other was
the presentation to P. G. M. Cregier of a solid gold jewel studded with diamonds,
valued at $i,ooo. If ever one was well deserved, that was.
" He intimates that the Grand Masters in this jurisdiction are elected for their
good looks. We trust none of our P. G. Masters will assume any extra airs by
reason of this opinion. It is a very different matter to be called good-looking by a
man or a woman."
It is likewise a very different matter to call a man or a woman good looking.
Krn. I1ed(;es allows it to leak out that if the terror of a lean exchecjuer did not
hang over him like the sword of Damocles, he would riotously indulge in the use of
scissors, like most of his confreres, and have a shorter and easier lime of it ; says
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a fund in reserve is always good, if for no other purpose, to teach forbearance to the
Craft who have the power to vote it away, which is excellent theory* but we don't
think it is apt to work that way ; remarks of a Colorado Master (U. D.) — who
assumed to know more about work than the Grand Lodge, refused to submit to any
authority, and found himself cashiered — -that " his experience has reversed the old
adage that 'a little learning is a dangerous thing' — too much is also dangerous; "
ofa Grand Master in the land of steady habits, that his interpretation of the symbol-
ism of numbers shows him to be a mathematician or a magician of the highest order ;
ihiiiks the District of Columbia resolution, on mixed funerals, will find geneial ac
ccptance everywhere; revenges himself on the poet of the reportorial corps, liie
rhyming reviewer of Georgia, for changing his name to HoDGES, by "souring " on
Bro. PiciCETT, the double Past Grand Master of Illinois and Kentucky, converting his
name into " Pickell ;" asks " can't a Grand Lodge limit the prerogatives of the Grand
Master?" — to which, if it were not impertinent to answer a question propounded to
another, we should say that if a perogative exists, it is outside of the law and we
don't see how the law can touch it, but revolution may ; is scarcely ready to give up
" the previous question," because, in his opinion, " we need either this legislative
check, or power enough in the Grand Master to put limits to frivolous or factious
pi'oceedings ;" which remark suggests the very reason, as we understand it, why the
previous question is not permissible in a Masonic body, viz : because it is the preroga-
tive of the presiding officer to regulate and terminate debate : noting the fact that
Masonry has become such a power in the land that its interposition will often be
invoked for causes and purposes alien to its mission, wisely says that its attained
influence is largely due to its wide tolerance and strict non-interference; fraternally
invites our Rhode Island brethren, if they ever find the room getting scant in their
State, to come to Montana, where it is the plenties! thing they have as yet ; would
avoid the folly of entering into correspondence with Cirand Orients, and likens the
economy of the Grand Lodge of Wisconsin in reducing the salary of its Craml
Secretary, to the patriotism of Artemus Wanl, who was ready i<> ^jiare the l.isi ol
his wife's relatives at his country's call.
There is wisdom and point in his closing words :
" We want more inside and less outside work; fewer members, with more Ma-
sonry; less fuss about dues, and more attention to duties; less ritual, and more
spirit of Masonry. We are becoming obnoxious to the charge that our most pre-
cious jewels came from the goldsmith's, that we are indebted for our most valuable
and attractive temples to the operative rather than the speculative Masonic art.
From the days of adversity and persecution, our institution came forth purified and
strengthened. The more doubtful issue is now pending, ' Can we endur^ prosper
ily wilhoiit making fools of ourselves, and courting our own destruction ? ' "
For pleasure uTul profit we acknowledge ourselves laigcly his dt-blor.
GKAMJ l.OUGli OF ILLINOIS.
NEBRASKA.
Tlic Nebraska Proceedings coine to us in sumptuous lonn, elcyanlly printed on
clear white heavy ])aper, with wide margins to permit relrinnning, still cover and
cloth back.
The Grand Lodge met at Umaha, June 24, 1874.
A lodge of Master Masons was opened in ample form, to which the Conmiitlcc
on Credentials reported, and —
•' It being ascertained that a constitutional quorum of lodges was present, the
Grand Marshal declared the Grand Lodge of Nebraska opened in ample form for
the dispatch of business."
Three pages suffice for the address of Grand Master DuNHAM. Seven dispensa-
tions for new lodges had been issued, in addition to the three continued.
But one decision was reported. The question eliciting it is innocent to simplicity,
the decision sound :
" Is it proper for a virtual Past Master to be present at the conferring of the actual
Past Master's degree in the Chapter? and is the full work of an actual Past Master's
Lodge the same as the Chapter work ?
To which inquiry I rejilied as follows: —
•' The actual Past Master's degree can only be conferred by three or more actual
Pa^t Masters; none but actual Past Masters should be ])resent at such convention ;
.and the lecture must be that of the actual Past Master's degree."
The Grand Secretary submitted an excellent report, filled with g(jod suggestions
for putting the business of his office on a thoroughly systematic footing. Among
other things he recommends that consideration be given to the legal responsibility of
the Fraternity in publishing the list of suspensions and rejections from the several
lodges; and the Grand Lodge, having made provision for furnishing the lodges
with a " black book," (in which shall be recorded the names of all those rejected,
suspended or expelled), for their private information and guidance, ordered that
lists of these classes of persons should not hereafter be published in the printed
proceedings.
Another of his recommendations, and an excellent one, adopted by the Grand
Lodge, is that the proceedings of the Grand Lodge be re-printed from its organiza-
tion, and also stereotyped, with continuous paging, wide margins, full indices, and on
good paper. The work will not embarrass the Grand Lodge, as it is proposed to du
it without haste, expending a small sum annually, Si 50 being the first appropriation,
A reception and ball, at the Grand Central Hotel, was tendered the members of
Grand Lodge, for the evening of the first day's session, which tl^e Grand Lodge
accepted and resolved to attend in a body. There is no record of the " proceed-
ings " of this gathering, but the business of the next morqifig's session, a^id there,
was a large amount of it, bears no ear-marks of previous dissipation.
Nebraska makes amends for her tardiness in severing fraternal relations with the
Grand Lodge of Hamburg, by standing up so straight o^i the (loctri^'ie of exclusive
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Grand Lodge jurisdiction as almost to bend backwards, and demands not (jnly " in
demnity for the past," but " security for the future."
The following was adopted:
^'■Resolved, That this Grand Lodge does hereby estrange and estop all fralenial ni
tercourse between this Grand Body and the said offending Grand Bodies, and
that Masons of this obedience are prohibited from holding any Masonic intercourse
whatever with the said Grand Bodies, or with Masons of their obedience. And lie
it further
Resolved, That this Grand Lodge will henceforth recpiire as a condition i)reccdcnl
to fraternal intercourse between this Grand Lodge and all other Grand Bodies, (lie
full and unqualified recognition of the said ' doctrine of exclusive jurisdiction.' "
The second resolution is sii]'posed to lie aimed at the Grand Lodge of Massachu-
setts, which still maintains a few lodges within the jurisdiction of the Grand I>odge
of Chili.
We had occasion last year, in reviewing Minnesota, to refer to the "sprouting"
variety of decisions, as where a Grand Lodge unlawfully legislates away a portion
of a Mason's rights, it is thereupon discovered that he cannot exercise certain other
rights that depend on good standing, because by the loss of the first the others have
become attainted, and his standing is impaired. We suggested another sprout which,
unless logic were a delusion and a snare, must yet come from the parent stem, i. e.,
"that as lodges cannot affiliate any one not in good standing, and as non-affiliates
are not in good standing, ergo, non-affiliates cannot be admitted to membership."
Sooner, even, than we expected, it breaks ground in Nebraska, in this shape:
" Resolved, That in the matter of dimits rc(|uired, under this jurisdiction, to accom-
pany applications for charters, none shall be admissable if of an older date than one
year from the time application is made for a charter.
Resolved, That Masons holding dimits over one year old shall not be competeni
petitioners for dispensations granted by this Grand Lodge or the Grand Master."
Verily, Masonic jurisprudence is a marvelous thing.
Among the visitors present was Bro. Geu. W. LiniN(;i:r, Past vSenior Grand War-
den, of Iowa, formerly of this jurisdiction.
Frank Welch, of Norfolk, was elected Grand Master; William R. Bowen,
Omaha, re-elected Grand Secretary.
We regret to record the fact that the Grand Lodge decided to organize a Life As-
surance Association, even providing that the Grand Secretary shall be Secretary of
the Association, and that the annual election for directors shall be held on the second
day of the Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge.
What shall be the future of Masonry when those whose first duty is the conserva
tion of its ancient purity, take the initiative m converting it into a mere matter of
dollars and cents ?
The Grand Lodge listened to a fine practical address from the Grand Orator,
Bro. George S. Smith ; granted ten charters ; refused one petition for a dispensa-
tion; decided that the effect of an objection reached no further than a rejection by
ballot ; made the Return Surplus from Chicago the nucleus of a Grand Charity
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Fund; fixed on Lincoln for its next place of meeting; decided to take no steps at
present towards recognizing the Grand Orient of Brazil, Valley of Lavradio; re-
jected several motions designed to limit the dispensing power of the Grand Master ;
provided for, but did not require, traveling certificates, by a resolution which speaks
of their use as an "old custom," (probably not older than the imitative society from
which it is borrowed); and changed front squarely from the position assiuned in 1871
as to the reversal of the action of a lodge in cases of appeal, planting itself on im-
pregnable ground, viz :
'• Resolved, That in case of suspension or expulsion by a subordinate lodge, and
from which an appeal is taken and the action of the subordinate lodge is reversed
by the Grand Lodge, the status of the brother affected is the same as though no
action had been had in his case by the subordinate lodge."
The old law aflbrded scant encouragement for appeals, and we are not surprised
to find that but one case came before the Grand Lodge at this session.
The Report on Correspondence (p. no) by Bro. J. N. Wise, is an excellent re-
view of the proceedings of forty-seven American Grand Lodges, which is supple-
mented by the New York report on Foreign Grand Bodies.
Illinois receives ample notice. Grand Master Hawley's address is characterized
as' able and dignified, and it is remarked that the total receipts for dispensations of
all kinds amounts to " a pretty snug inflation of the assets of the Grand Lodge."
Referring to our report, he says :
" He suggests that our Grand Secretary should print the address of the Grand
Master and Secretary with the Proceedings, to save the trouble of hunting through
the list of lodges to find them. In defense of our very worthy Grand Secretary, we
may say that he has had but little experience in preparing Grand Lodge Proceedings.
We think Bro. Robbins will have no cause of complaint this year."
It gives us great pleasure to say that not only is there no cause for complaint, but
abundant cause for commendation ; and the work of Bro. BoWEN for the present
year but serves to confirm the favorable opinion we had heretofore formed, notwith-
standing the evidence that the work was new to him. Our idea of a model Grand
Secretary is that he should confine himself to the business of his office (except where
other work is referred to him), but of that business should be master, and do it with
judgment and with conscientious care and accuracy. Bro. BoWEN already answers
all these requirements.
Bro. Wise dissents from the notion that dues can accrue against a Mason under
suspension ; holds as incorrect the Arkansas decision that an entry should never be
made either on the petition or lodge books, of how a committee reported ; but we
think if he will reflect upon the situation when one who has been rejected on an
unfavorable report, and is afterwards admitted, and has access to the records, a very
good reason will suggest itself to his mind for modifying his views; is puzzled to
know whether the granting of a dispensation to hold a ball is one of the ancient
prerogatives of the Grand Master ; betrays a fondness for rhyming words that has
set us to wondering whether if he had lived under the more tropical skies which
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smile on Bro. Blackshear, he, too, might not have been a poet ; thinks non-affilia-
tion should be made a Masonic offense, but fails to tell us why the simple exercise of
one's rights under the law should be held obnoxious to the law ; refers to, without
expressing an opinion on, the action of the District of Columbia relative to mixed
funerals; holds, as we infer, that when the lodge is closed there is nothing left open
that will spoil, whether the closing has been on one degree or three ; is evidently-
surprised, as well he might be, to learn from Georgia that a lodge has not jurisdic-
tion over non-affiliated Masons residing within its limits ; is not disposed to stop to
discuss the question of comvion usage, but is very greatly mistaken if the lodge over
which he has had the honor to preside for long years, would not })iake haste to re-
imburse any lodge who should be to the expense of taking care of one of her
children in his last illness and burial; believes, with us, that a Master Mason has an
indisputable right to apply for affiliation wherever he may choose ; is pleased to
learn that the famous Mississippi "Spightcase" has finally been settled, but we
imagine when he gets the Mississippi Proceedings for the two following years, he
will conclude it was a pretty lively corpse ; does not believe it is one of the prerog-
atives of a Grand Lodge to operate an insurance society, which leads us to cherish
the hope that nine more of his opinion may be found in his jurisdiction, and that
Nebraska may yet be saved; objects, we are glad to note, to the use of the word
"Order" as applied to Masonry; holds that a candidate, whether rejected, or
elected and initiated, is the sole property of the lodge petitioned, until that body
relinquishes jurisdiction, which we will not dispute; and says you might as well
hold that parties may marry, as that they may be installed, by proxy, a view which,
if accepted, will put an effectual quietus on irregular installations in Nebraska.
NEVADA.
Besides the Annual, this volume contains the minutes of two special communica-
tions : one held at Belmont, Aug. 28, 1874, to lay the corner-stone of the new Masonic
and Odd-Fellows' Hall, the other at Virginia, Sept. 27, 1874, for the burial, of Past
Deputy Grand Master David L. Hastings.
The annual communication was held at Virginia, Nov. 17, 1874.
The address of Grand Master Mason is brief. He reports the Craft as generally
prosperous, and its harmony had been undisturbed.
Referring to the fact that under their constitution an Entered Apprentice or Fellow
Craft is dropped from the rolls at the end of two years, simply for convenience sake,
retaining all the rights they ever had, he says that any man who will " hang to Free-
masonry by his eyelids " for more than a year without seeking advancement is not
worthy of it, and ought to be effectually dropped, and recommends that after the
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lapse of one year they be dropped, and that a unanimous vote be required to reinstate
them. To this proposition the Grand Lodge, speaking by the Committee on Juris-
prudence, properly says :
"The object of the dropping from the rolls Entered Apprentices and Fellow Crafts
after the lapse of two years, was not intended to affect their status m a Lodge. En-
tered Apprentices and Fellow Crafts are Masons, and are possessed of certain rights
and privileges of which they cannot be deprived until after due trial on charges pre-
ferred, and conviction thereon, and they be suspended or expelled. We therefore
do not deem it advisable to make any alteration of our regulations on that subject."
He also urges that an unfavorable report should reject, and believes that a ballot
had after such a report leads to positive harm, in this, that an Investigating Com-
mittee, knowing that the ballot will be passed, neglect their duty, and fail to make
the searching investigation which they ought, but report favorably as a matter of
course, and leave the matter to the ballot. This reasoning did not convince the
Grand Lodge, and it was made a rule of the jurisdiction that a ballot should be
taken on all petitions for the degrees or for affiliation; which we believe to be cor-
rect.
He reported the following decisions :
" No. I. A lodge may change its place of meeting within the same town without
asking the consent of the Grand Lodge.
" No. 2. That a Grand Lodge certificate could not be issued until all fees due the
dissolved lodge had been paid to the Grand Lodge.
" No. 3. That a brother from the jurisdiction of New York could be elected a
member of a lodge in this jurisdiction without a dimit, for the reason that New York
does not grant dimits until the applicant has joined another lodge, and it would there-
fore be mipossible for the brother to comply literally with our custom.
" No. 4. That the Tyler always has the right to vote if he is a member of the
lodge.
" No. 5. A stranger has no right to demand an examination when the lodge is at
labor, but should apply before the lodge convenes.
" No. 7. A man who cannot write his name should not be made a Mason.
" No. 8. The W. M. can remove an appointed officer at will."
Of No. 8 he says :
" The question — Can a W. M. remove an appointed officer at will ? — is important,
and with your kind indulgence I will give you my reasons for saying that he can,
and the first argument is that the power that can appoint can always remove ; there
is a wide difference between appointing and electing ; further, when a brother is
appointed to fill a station, he enters into a sort of an agreement to perform certain
duties ; and if he fails to perform those duties by reason of inability or indifference,
he forfeits his right to the position and should be removed, and if he be inefficient or
indifferent, he should be removed on general principles and for the good of the
Craft, and another appointed who can and will perform the duties of the station. It
may be thought by some that this decision is an innovation. Well, suppose it is;
this Grand Lodge is accustomed to that. It was an innovation when the separate
ballot for degrees was abolished ; it was an innovation when it was declared that the
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Grand Master did not possess the right to make Masons at sight. ]f, then, there be
any more rubbish lying in our pathway to an enHghtened progress, why may we not
remove that also?"
The Grand Lodge dissented, and adopted the following :
" We think the Worshipful Master has not the right to remove an appointed
officer during the period for which he has been appointed. We are aware that it is
held by some, that as these officers are appointed by the Worshipful Master, they
are removable at his pleasure. This is not in accordance with the principles which
govern the tenure of all Masonic offices. Although they are indebted for their po-
sitions to a preliminary appointment, they are subsequently installed like the other
officers, and are bound to the performance of their duties for a similar period. In
fact, it is the installation, and not the appointment, that makes thein officers of the
lodge; and deriving, therefore, their right to office from this ceremony, they are to
be governed by the same rules which affect other installed officers The appointed
officers having been once installed, derive their tenure of office from that installa-
tion, and cannot be removed by the Master ; the office can only be vacated ns pro-
vided for in the constitution."
If the Grand Master will investigate the matter, he will find that so far from being
an innovation, the abolition of the separate ballot for the degrees was a return to
immemorial usage.
To No. 5 the Grand Lodge, speaking as before by the Committee on ]uris])rudence,
gave a sort of qualified assent, thus :
" A strange brother applying to a lodge to be examined for the purpose of visit-
ing, should not be turned away from the lodge without an e.xamination, unless it
would cause great inconvenience to the lodge to examine him ; though we think he
has not the right to, and ought not to, demand an examination when the lodge has.
been opened and has important business on hand. Under those circumstances, he
should be courteously informed of the inconvenience of examining him, and invited
to present himself at some future time."
It strikes us that if a strange brother has any Masonic right in the premises, it is
to apply for admission after a lodge has been convened to be admitted to : if it is
simply a question of accommodation, then we shall all agree that he ought not to
cause unnecessary trouble.
The Grand Master had also decided that moving the previous question in a Ma-
sonic lodge was admissible, because there was nothing in their regulations to prevent
it, and that in the absence of rules to direct a lodge, it should be governed by ordi
nary parliamentary law. At the same time he had advised the Master, who asked
the ruling, that there could be no necessity for its use in a lodge, as the Master him-
self could always control or cut off debate. Notwithstanding this excellent reason
for not using it, and that the Grand Master expressed his willingness to concur
heartily in a reversal of his decision, or in a regulation forbidding the use of the pre-
vious question, the Committee on Jurisprudence did not refer to it. The other de-
cisions were approved. On one point his remarks are in marked contrast to the usual
utterances on the subject, perhaps for the reason that, as he afterwards says, the
duties of his office had not been burdensome :
" I have rendered many decisions besides these, of questions which had been'de-
cided a thousand times before, but as the questions usually came from young Mas-
ters who were afraid iy^ going wrong, I took it kindly, and don't propose to read
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them a lecture on their want of Masonic knowledge, for it is not so long that I have
forgotten when I was a young Master, and much inclined to seek the opinion of
others.
The Grand Secretary reports one dispensation issued for a new lodge; and among
other contributions for the library, acknowledges the receipt of three bound vol-
umes from the Grand Lodge of Illinois, comprising the proceedings of 187 i, 1872
and 1873.
The collection of dues for the Orphan's Fund was abolished ; one charter
granted; Robert W. Bollen received as the Grand Representative of Illinois;
a proposition looking to a Masonic Congress (to be held next year at Philadelphia),
simply for the purpose of interchanging fraternal greetings, rejected ; and a motion
to assess the lodges one dollar /^r capita of membership, for a temple building fund,
indefinitely postponed.
Four trial cases came before the Committee on Grievances, for review, in three of
which no appeal had been taken. In one of this class of cases, the committee were
of opinion that the lodge erred in judgment in acquitting the accused, substituted
the finding of guilty, and decreed suspension. The Grand Lodge concurred.
The only case appealed was that of Past Grand Master Van Bokkelen, expelled
by Escurial Lodge No. 7, and in this case the committee modified the sentence to
suspension.
The case was argued at length before the Grand Lodge, after a motion had been
made to recommit with instructions to acquit, and a substitute had been offered,
affirming the action of the lodge, and laid on the table. The motion to recommit
failed by 15 to 61 on a vote by yeas and nays, and the action of the lodge was
affirmed by a vote of 43 to 30. " So William A. M Van Bokkelen stands
expelled from all the rights and privileges of Masonry."
Robert W. Bollen, of Carson City, was elected Grand Master; Samuel W.
Chubbuck, Gold Hill, re-elected Grand Secretary.
The Grand Orator, Bro. David E. Baily, delivered a Ijrief but comprehensive
oration, containing much practical admonition.
The Report on Correspondence (pp. 105), from the able and practical pen of Bro.
Robert H. Taylor, reviews the proceedings of thirty-eight American Grand
Lodges, to which is added his usual valuable digest of decisions. Our proceedings
■for 1873 receive extended notice. He thinks all of the thirteen decisions reported
by Grand Master Hawley correct. He agrees with us, as we could have foreseen,
as to the danger that Masonry may have engrafted on it a system of stated benefits,
and as to the right of a brother to affiliate wherever he chooses without regard to
jurisdictional lines. In reply to a question of ours, he says that there are certain
moral laws, generally not the subject of statute law, breaches of which constitute
Masonic offenses; and in case the legislature should legalize infractions of such
moral la*vs, he would not consider such infractions any the less Masonic offenses
than before such legislative enactment, to which we take no exceptions.
Bro. Taylor rightly holds that Grand Masters cannot give away to lodges in
another State, the material residing within the jurisdiction of a lodge without first
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obtaining its consent; dissents from the Colorado resolution that non-affiliated Ma-
sons shall not be permitted to visit any of the lodges of that jurisdiction more than
twice in a year, holding that it is a matter which the lodge has a 7-ight to determine
for itself; says if the power to make Masons at sight is not enumerated in the Grand
Lodge Constitution, as among the powers of the Grand Master, to make Masons at
sight would be a violation of the Constitution, because what is not thereby granted
is forbidden ; which moves us to ask, if the right of the Grand Master " to pre-
side over every assembly of Masons, whensoever and wheresoever held," be not
among his powers enumerated in the Constitution, would his exercise of that right
be a violation of that instrument ? Noting that a Grand Master had given per-
mission to several lodges to turn out in procession, and assist in the decoration of
soldiers' graves, he also notes that no report was made of any like dispensations
granted to turn out on the 4th of July, or at political torchlight processions (some of
our lodges would be an acquisition there), or to assist at the benefit of a prima
donna; inclines to favor the idea that dues can accrue during suspension, which
surprises us, it seems so far from his usual current of thought, and especially as he
endorses the Michigan decision that " the whole subject of dues is constitutionally
within the exclusive jurisdiction of the lodge, and relates solely to its members, as a
consideration for the enjoyment of privileges which appertain to membership only ;"
pertinently asks in view of a memorial to a Grand Lodge suggesting biennial instead
of annual sessions, "thus saving each alternate year some ten thousand dollars,"
•',why not abolish all the sessions of the Grand Lodge, and thus save ten thousand
dollars every year ? " says the rules of the civil law in regard to the admission of
testimony, being the growth of long experience, and founded upon the principles of
justice, had better be adhered to in Masonic trials ; that the relations to the Craft of
a Mason who is counsel for an accused brother will frequently forbid his going to
such lengths in favor of his client as might be consistent with his duties in a civil
court ; and concurs in the well-put remark of Bro. Hoskinson, of Wisconsin, that
" if Masonry cannot be sustained by the voluntary action of those that love and
revere it, it will fail, for it will not be long sustained by those who are kept in un-
willing allegiance." His " conclusion " thus concludes :
" A word to our confreres in this department of Masonic labor, and we have
done. Recollect that there is, perhaps, not one day in the year when some brother,
somewhere in the Masonic world, is not conning over your sayings — reviewing your
work— and into whose mind you may be instilling your views; how important, then,
the position you hold, and how great ought you to feel your responsibility to be, not
only to the brethren of your own Grand Lodges, but to the whole Fraternity. May
you all work under this sense of responsibility ; and may God bless and prosper you
all the days of your lives ! "
If we could all feel that in the way of inculcating erroneous doctrines we had as
little to answer for as our Nevada brother, we might well bring our work to judg-
ment with confidence.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CXLIII
NEW BRUNSWICK.
The pamphlet before us contains the records of Special Communication held at
Carleton, March 12, 1874, for the installation of such officers of the Grand Lodge as
were not present for installation when elected ; a Special Communication held at St.
John, July 11, 1874, for the funeral obsequies of John Willis, Past Senior Grand
Deacon; and of the Annual Communication, held at St. John, Sept. 23, 1874.
Grand Master Ellis reports that the Craft is growing in numbers and wealth ; that
most of the lodges own their own halls, and with one or two exceptions, meet in
rooms occupied solely by themselves. He had had the usual number of applications
for dispensations to do impossible things, and the usual number for dispensations to
wear Masonic clothing at balls, and on other public occasions. The applications
generally reaching the Grand Secretary's office long after public announcement had
been made that the festival would take place. He also says :
" Informal application has been made to me twice during the year to ascertain
whether or not I would consent to the erection in this city of a lodge composed ex-
clusively of men of color. There are resident here colored men who have been
made in a regular lodge in the city of Halifax. There are others claiming to have
been made Masons in the United States under an authority not known to or recog-
nized, by this Grand Lodge. Of course a warrant could only issue to regular Ma-
sons duly affiliated with some lodge upon our registry. But I have explained to the
gentlemen who have spoken to me upon the subject that I do not think it advisable
to establish lodges composed of men of any particular sect, color, opinion, or na-
tionality, as such ; it is to unite men of all Jcinds on the broad principle of human
brotherhood that the Masonic institution exists. To establish such a lodge would
simply be to create a distinction where now there is none. I trust and believe that
the doors of our lodges are open to all good men without respect to color."
He paid an eloquent tribute to Bro. John Willis, who had died in the fifty-fourth
year of his Masonic age ; was Master of a lodge in Cincinnati when Lafayette vis-
ited that city in 1824; moving afterwards to Canada, Nova Scotia, and New Bruns-
wick, presiding over lodges in each Province. It was a matter of great pride to him
that he had served as Master under the jurisdiction of one of the American Grand
Lodges, and also of lodges under the jurisdiction of England, Ireland and Scot-
land.
Recommending the formal recognition of Quebec, he says :
" In regard to the terms of settlement between the two parties in this long dispute,
now happily terminated, I may say that they cannot fail to be satisfactory to us all,
because one effect is to produce union and harmony in the Province of Quebec as
well as between the Masons of Quebec and Ontario ; and another is that the settle-
ment did not sustain the obnoxious principle that the political division of a country
of itself destroyed the sovereignty of the Grand Lodge existing in that territory. On
the other hand this Masonic separation of the old Province of Canada, appears to
make it a matter of fact that the Masons in each Province of the Dominion will
have their own Grand Lodge ; and in view of this the Grand Lodge of Canada, will,
I have no doubt, find it more convenient for herself, as well as more correct, and
more courteous to her sister Grand Lodges in the Dominion, to adopt a style and
title that will clearly express her territorial bounds. For many reasons the strongest
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of them being connected with old associations of memory, I should part with deep
regret with the name of the Grand Lodge of Canada, but the change, it appears to
me, is inevitable."
The following was passed unanimously :
^^ Resolved, That the Grand Lodge of New Brunswick heartily rejoices in the settle-
ment of the difficulties recently existing between the Freemasons of the Province of
Quebec and the Grand Lodge of Canada, and extends cordial recognition and good
wishes to the Grand Lodge of the Province of Quebec :
And further Resolved, That the Most Worshipful Grand Master be requested to
take the necessary steps to have the Grand Lodge of New Brunswick represented at
the Grand Lodge of Quebec."
Following which the Deputy Grand Master presented his commission as Repre-
sentative of Quebec, and was received with the usual honors, and now harmony
reigns antong the Grand Lodges of the Dominion.
The following, from the report of the Grand Secretary, presents a striking picture
of one of the evils of concurrent jurisdiction of different Grand Lodges in the same
territory :
" Previous to the organization of Grand Lodge, the practice had become so gen-
eral in the promiscuous conferring of degrees at short intervals, that the utmost diffi-
culty has since been experienced in counteracting the desire to hurry candidates for-
ward in less than the regularly allotted period. At that time, the Lodges hailing
from the Grand Lodges of Ireland and Scotland, were in the habit (under an
assumed or bona fide authority) of continually abridging the regular time between
the degrees : while the Lodges on the registry of England, desirous of occupying
an equal footing in this respect with their sister lodges, were under the necessity of
applying to the then Provincial Grand Master for dispensations to authorize the hur-
rying of candidates forward. Thus, at the time of the organization of Grand
Lodge in the year 1868, the evil had become so deeply rooted, that the lodges felt
they were being harshly dealt with, in the event of a refusal to accede to their
requests for dispensations. The decided stand taken by the respective Grand
Masters has had a beneficial effect; the lodges are less anxious to seek the dispen-
satory power, and it is to be hoped that the practice may, ere long, become entirely
extinct."
The Board of General Purposes alludes with pleasure t(j the earnest exertions of
the great majority of the lodges to bring about uniformity' of work; report the appro-
priation of $100 to the Louisiana sufferers; and having had under consideration the
power of a lodge to impair without trial the eligibility of members to vote and hold
office, reported the following :
*^ Resolved, That while, in the opinion of this Grand Lodge, a Mason is entitled to
all the rights and privileges of the Fraternity, until he be suspended, excluded or ex-
pelled, after having undergone a regular trial, there is nothing in the general regula-
tions of the Craft to prevent lodges, if they desire to do so, enacting a by-law, pro-
viding that brethren in arrears of dues on ths night of the annual election in their
lodge, shall not be eligible to vote at such election, or to hold office."
We are glad to note that on a motion to adopt, there was an opposition strong
enough to postpone action for a year.
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It was decided thai the applications of the Grand Orients of Brazil, Egypt and
Hungary, should not at present he complied with; similar action was had with ref-
erence to the Grand Orient of Santo Domingo.
It was voted :
" That any brother hailing from a lodge hcyond the jurisdiction of New Bruns-
wick, desiring to be received as a visitor in any lodge within the province, and who
cannot be vouched for, shall, previous to undergoing an examination, be required to
produce a certificate from the f hand Lodge to which he belongs ; and if he cannot
produce such certificate, no examination shall take place, and he shall be refused
admission."
John V. P^LLis, Grand Master; William F. Bunting, Grand Secretary, both
of St. John, were re-elected.
No Report on Correspondence.
NEW JERSEY.
The Grand Lodge met at Trenton, Jan. 20, 1875, opening with a hymn written
for the occasion by Bro. Wm. R. Ci.Arr.
With the exception of a few suggestions on the moral teachings of Masonry, the
address of Grand Master Pembrook is strictly a business paper.
Commending the District Deputies for their faithful and efficient services, he says
it is evident, however, that the general uniformity of work hitherto observed can
only be continued by having some authorized source whence the Deputies may
receive all necessary information in the standard work. A special committee t(j
whom this subject was referred reported and the Grand Lodge adopted a plan to
attain this object, involving the aijpointment of a " Grand Instructor," to impart the
work at least three times a year to the Deputies ; to instruct lodges at their own
expense on their rctiuest, and to receive a salary of $500 from the Grand Lodge,
and no more.
In making these recommendations, the committee say that there is a wide and
widening variance in the Ritual in different quarters of the State. As the office of
Grand Lecturer had been abolished only one year before, for the reason that the
desired uniformity had been attained, the committee's statement shows how promptly
the devil gets in and sows tares when the husbandman sleeps, and that if eternal
vigilance is the price of liberty, so a perpetual lubrication of the wheels with money
is the price of keeping the ritualistic machine from getting out of gear.
The Grand Master had issued three dispensations for new lodges, and refused one ;
granted one to Tuckerton Lodge No. 4 to elect a Treasurer, the oftice liaving
become vacant by the death of Bro. William K. Mason, who was in his eighty-
fourth year, and had been a Mason fifty-five years ; refused all applications for dis-
pensations to confer degrees out of time, and in one instance to make a Mason at
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sight ; and to lay the corner-stone of a bank building, the upper part of which was
to be used as a Masonic Hall, on the ground that it was neither Masonic property
nor a public edifice, a decision deserving the commendation it received. He recom-
mended the recognition of Quebec, and the Grand Lodge concurred, as it did also
in a recommendation to abolish all affiliation fees.
He submitted the following decisions, nearly all of which are of general appli-
cation, and all of general interest.
" I. The right of a Master Mason to vote at the Annual Election of Officers in
the Lodge of which he is a member, can only be aflected by suspension or expul-
sion. He cannot be deprived of such right on account of failure to pay his dues,
until regularly susjiended in accordance with the 17th General Regulation. Any
By-Law of a Subordinate Lodge prohibiting members who are in arrears from voting
is therefore null and void and should be rescinded.
" 2. In accordance with the principle contained in the 14th General Regulation,
a member of a lodge in this State residing within another jurisdiction, if guilty of
unmasonic conduct, may, after due citation and trial, be expelled In the lodge in
whose jurisdiction he resides.
" 3. An unaffiliated Mason is not entitled to Masonic burial. Under certam
circumstances, however, a dispensation for such purpose may with propriety be
granted by the proj^er authority.
" 4. In the absence of the Worshipful Master a Lodge cannot be legally opened
or closed by a Past Master, unless one of the Wardens and the Warrant be present,
and then only at the request of the Warden entitled to ])reside.
" 5. On the rejection of a candidate for initiation or affiliation he shall be at
once notified of the fact by the Secretarj' of the Lodge, and the proposition fee
returned.
" 6. A candidate who has been rejected in a lodge in this jurisdiction (he being
cognizant of the fact) and is subsequently made a Mason in a lodge in another State
without the consent of the lodge wherein rejected, is not entitled to Masonic recog-
nition in this jurisdiction.
" 7. When a committee to whom a petition foi the Degrees of Masonry has been
referred, have signed the report, it becomes the property of the lodge, and the sig-
natures cannot be erased for the purpose of withdrawing the petition.
" 8. In this jurisdiction Master Masons only are entitled to receive dimits ; pro
vision is made in the 5th General Regulation for granting a certificate under certain
circumstances to a Fellow Craft or Entered Apprentice.
" 9. When a lodge located in a township makes application to one of 0 numbei
of city lodges holding concurrent jurisdiction for permission to receive and act upon
the petition of a candidate residing therein, and such lodge refuses to grant permis-
sion, its action is final, and the toM-nship lodge lias no right to apply for such priv-
ilege to either of the remaining city lodges.
" 10. The power to summon members of a lodge is vested solely in the Master,
It cannot be legally done by the Chairman of a Committee.
"11. If a candidate who has been proposed and elected in a lodge fails to
present himself for initiation within the time required by the by-laws of such
lodge, or in the absence of any by-law, if within one year from the time of such
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election, all claim between him and the lodge is lost, and any lodge holding con
current jurisdiction may subsequently receive and act upon the petition of such can-
didate without the consent of the lodge in which he was elected.
" 12. The accuser in a trial by charges cannot call upon the accused to substan-
tiate the charge or charges. The accused may testify in his own behalf, and the
accuser or his counsel ha\ e then the right to cross-examine him.
" 13. When a lodge has granted permission to any other lodge lo receive and act
upon a petition for initiation, all jurisdiction in the premises is transferred with such
permission. Should the petition be received and subsequently rejected by the lodge
receiving such permission the authority thereafter to dispose of or transfer such ma-
terial is with the rejecting lodge."
The Committee on lurisprudence and Charity, approved Nos. 2, 3, 8,9, lo, 12
and 13. They held No. l to be incorrect, but the Grand Lodge properly sustained
the Grand Master. No. 5 was sustained against the committee who desired it so
modified as that the proposition fee should be returned through the brother who pro-
posed the candidate ; and No. 6, against their proposition to strike out the words
" he being cognizant of the fact."" At the suggestion of the committee, No. 4 was
properly amended by adding at the close the words', " after he has congregated the
lodge; No. 7, by inserting after the word " report," the words, " and have placed it
Ui the hands of the Secretary ;'" and No. 1 1 , so as to read as follows :
" If a candidate who has been proposed and elected in a lodge fails to present
himself for initiation within the time required by the by-laws of such lodge, all
claim between him and the lodge is lost, and any lodge having jurisdiction may sub-
sequently receive and act upon the petition of such candidate without the consent of
the lodge in which he was elected.'"
On this latter subject ihe Grand Lodge subsequently adopted a rule fixing six
months as the limit after which the claim should be dissolved, unless by a vote of
the lodge taken previous to the expiration of that period, the time shall be extended.
It is, perhaps, superfluous to say that we do not agree with Nos. 3 and 6. The
one is entitled to burial, and the other to recognition ; though possibly New Jersey
may have regulations preventing their receiving either.
In that case, the proposition embraced in No. 3, that a dispensation might be
granted with propriety under ceitam circumstances, is one we shall not dispute. In
the absence of such local regulations, however, there would be nothing to dispense
with, the common law being on the other side.
The Grand Master submitted the question, " Has a Masonic lodge the right to
lease its lodge room to societies other than Masonic ? and if so, would it be expedi
ent?" The Grand L.odge agreed lo the following:
" The committee ( JurisjMudence) see no reason to deny the right ol a Masonic
lodge to lease its lodge room for the use of societies not Masonic which are not pro
hibited by existing resolutions of the Grand Lodge. The propriety ot doing so must
be left to the judgment of the lodge."'
The committee also reported the following:
" In regard to the first question, ' Is it unmasonic lo make nominations of otficers
with ticket ballots in a subordinate lodge ? ' The committee cannot agree, and
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must refer the determination of the matter to the Grant! Lodge. The committee
must also refer the second question, • Is it unmasonic to use printed tickets for the
election of officers ? ' to the Grand Lodge for its decision.
" In regard to the last question, ' Has a lodge the right to receive the initiation
fee from a petitioner as a consideration of allowing him the privilege of presenting
his petition to a lodge in a neighboring jurisdiction?' your committee are of the
opinion that it is unmasonic."'
The Grand Lodge adopted the ruling of the committee on the lust question ; as to
the other two, the record does not show any decision.
The rejtort of the Grand Secretary shows that the Craft in New Jersey contrilmted
$1,716 50 to the relief of the Louisiana sufferers.
Warrants were granted to three lodges working under dispensation, and to two
others not so working, one of them being at the point where the Grand Master had
refused a dispensation.
William A. Pembrook, of Elizabeth, Grand Master; Joseph H. Hotu;H, Tren-
ton, Grand Secretary, were re-elected.
The Report on Correspondence (p. 76), again by Bro. Marshall B. Smith, the
present Deputy Gi-and Master, is a concise review of the proceedings of forty-four
American Grand Lodges, including Illinois for 1873.
He dissents from the decision of Grand Master Hawley, that a non-afiiliated
Mason who is an actual Past Master, can legally install the officers of a lodge, when
invited to do so by the proper authority," but does not state the grounds of his excep-
tions. We regret this, for we have been looking for some one to give a reason that
would stand the test of criticism, why any other doctrine should prevail. On the
whole, Bro. Smith's notice of Illinois is very complimentaiy.
He is very sparing of comment this year, evidently because he had set htmself
certain limits as to space. Under Rhode Island, he says :
" Of course no Mason can ever be at liberty to disregard the solemn engagements
he had made, but he certainly has the >ii;kt, if he be in good staudnig, to withdraw
from the institution, however we may question the expediency or propriety of such
withdrawal."
From his " Conclusion," we copy these timely words :
" Outwardly its growth is marked by the evidences of prosperity and strength.
Eveiywhere magnificent structures, attest the zeal of the Craft and the skill of tiie
builders. The question of to-day is this: Does the interit)r correspond to the
orandeur of the exterior? We will not sernnmi/e, but only suggest to the great
Brotherhood with whom we have for se\ eral months been holding such pleasant con-
verse, that lives framed upon divine principles of rectitude and morality, and ener
pies expended in doing good, are grander testimonies to the worth of Masonry, than
processions, and banners, and tinsel pomp. Let 'not the material Temple be less
"rand, or less worthy of our ancient Craft ; but let the moral Temple rise as well,
even though like that on Moriah, no sound of axe or haunner be heard in the build-
in? thereof. As Brother Duganne has ilnely written :
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" The house that we build in a life-time's length,
From the midst of our worldly din,.
Hath no Jachin and Boaz, established in strenjjth,
And no Holy of Holies within ;
And we bear up no Ark of the Covenant
From out of our desert of Zin.
There's a mountain of God in the human lieart ,
For a glorious Temple's base;
And the lines of a reverent Mason's art
May its ample foundations trace,
And within it the wings of Cherubim,
May the Holy of Holies embrace.
'The Cedars of Lebanon grow at our door.
And the quarry is sunk at our gate;
And the ships out of Ophir, with g61den ore.
For the summoning mandate wait.
When tlie Master of Earth and of Heaven,
Shall the House of the soul create.
While the Day hath light let the light be used;
For no man shall the Xight control!
'Or ever tlie silver cord be loosed.
Or broken the golden bowl ;
Let us build, to Jehovau, a Temi>le,
In the innermost depths of the soul."
NEW YORK.
The Grand Lodge met in the Grand Lodge room of the New Masonic Hall, New
Vork, June i, 1875.
The address of Grand Master Thorne is rather a brief one for so large a juris-
diction, occupying but eighteen pages of the proceedings. Alluding to the approach-
ing dedication, he says :
" More than usual importance attaches to our ceremonies at this lime, because of
the interest that has been displayed recently in various parts of the Old World in oin-
institution.
In Great Britain, the Prince of Wales — the heir apparent to the Crown — has been
elected, and with great pomp and circumstance installed Grand Master of Masons
for the British Isles.
In Italy, within the present year, a Temple has been erected and dedicated to the
sacred objects of our Craft, with ceremonies worthy of so important an event.
Among those present and participating, was the intrepid and heroic MiiNOTTi Gari-
I'.AI.DI, son of the great apostle of civil and religious liberty, who was himself absent
only because of illness, and who was made a Mason in Tompkins Lodge, 471, of
this jurisdiction.
With these instances of increasing interest in our Fraternity, it seems particularly
opportune that our temple should be completed just at this time, that we, in the great
metropolis of the Western World, should be able to send back to our brethren of the
East, the evidence that the affections, an<l lK)pes, and interests of Masons in this land
are as britrht us those of older civili/atioiis,"
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As there had been doubts expressed as to the propriety of allowing the procession
at the dedication ceremony to partake of any other character than that of Master
Mason, he deemed it proper to state his reasons for inviting other bodies to participate
in the celebration :
" The laying of the corner-stone was the beginning of a labor strictly within the
province of Craft Masonry, — the erection of a building. It was the commencement
of an enterprise subject to all the vicissitudes of varying fortune ; a task of great
magnitude and one to be entered upon hopefully, but still with a just appreciation of
the difficulties surrounding it ; therefore it was proper that the initial services should
partake only of the simple but impressive character of Master Mason, but the pres-
ent occasion is of widely difterent significance.
Now, our task is completed, and we are called upon to celebrate a festival of
great rejoicing, and it seems meet and fitting that we gladly and joyfully call upon
the different organizations, all of which have looked anxiously for the completion of
our beautiful temple, have contributed to the funds necessary for its erection, and
now occupy rooms within its walls, and invite theni, as I have, to join us in their
several capacities to-morrow, and act as an escort to the Cirand Lodge, under its
direction.'"
He alluded in touching temis to the death of Past Grand Master John H. An-
THON " who, almost before he had passed the morning of life, was elevated to the
highest office in the gift of the Fraternity, whose name was honored, whose life was
pure and spotless, whose talents were pre-eminent, and whose fidelity and intelligent
zeal in the Craft were never questioned." He announced also the death of Benja-
min H. Austin, Past Junior Grand Warden; Malonzo J. Drummond, Represent-
ative of the Grand Lodges of Vermont and Missouri ; Alfred E. Campbell, D. D.
Past Grand Chaplain; and of James H. Chappell, Henry H. Christie, and Rich-
ard P. Gibson, Past Masters of Howard Lodge, all three of whom died within a
period of less than two months.
He referred also to the distinguished dead of other jurisdictions, prominent among
whom was Grand Master William Mercer Wilson, of Canada, at the time of his
death the Representative of Illinois near that Grand Lodge.
Eight dispensations had been issued for new lodges; a large amount of public
work performed by himself or proxies ; eleven representatives appointed near other
Grand Lodges, and the credentials of ten from other jurisdictions examined and
approved. Among the latter we notice the name of our Representative, R. W.
J.\mes E. Morrison. (He was subsequently duly received by the Grand Lodge.)
He reports, also, having presided at the reception of King Kal.-vkaua, of the
Hawaiian Islands, who was vouched for by a member of No. 50.
He submits sixty-six decisions of which he says :
" 1 have made many decisions during the year, and, in view of the provisions
contained in sec. 62 of the Constitution, that " all decisions heretofore made and
adopted are hereby repealed," I have, in some instances, felt it my duty to reiterate
principles and rules of Masonic conduct, laid down by distinguished Masons who
have, in time past, honored the Grand East of this jurisdiction. Many of these
decisions are, of course, of a very elementary character, and the only justification 1
shall plead for presenting them to you, is the fact that my opinion has been so fre-
quently sought with reference to them."
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We select the following :
" 2. A member of a lodge, or an unafliliale, has a right to present an apphca
tion for affiliation to any lodge recognized as regular by this Grand Lodge, without
regard to limitation of time or locality,
" lo. That where a brother's name is dropped from the roll of a lodge at his
own request, it is proper that a certificate to that effect should be given the brother,
simply stating the fact.
" 15. That it is a well established principle of Masonic law that the individual re-
sponsibility, in the acceptance or rejection of a candidate for Masonry, cannot be
delegated or transferred. A brother cannot cast a black-ball by proxy.
"18. That although a degree in Masonry may be conferred at a special commu-
nication of a lodge, such a course would be manifestly improper, unless, at the pre-
vious regulai' communication, the Master shall have signified his intention so to do,
and shall have given an opportunity for a ballot to be demanded.
'' 23. That if a brother, in a Masonic trial, is called on to testify as to facts,
x\hich have come to his knowledge in his confidential relation, as counsel, it would
be improper to require him to give evidence against his client. That if the facts,
concerning which he is called to testify, came to the knowledge of the brother be-
fore he became counsel, or are entirely disconnected from his professional or priv-
ileged relations to the accused, there can be no reason why he should be excused
frorri performing a duty incumbent on every brother, whatever his station in the
Fraternity.
" 25. That there is no inherent righl in the Grand Master to grant a dis])ensa
tion to a lodge to confer a degree at an interval less than that fixed by the statutes
of the Grand Lodge.
" 27. That a Masonic tribunal will not interfere lo establish the civil rights of
brethren, nor will Masoniy allow itself to be made a convenient means, through
which a creditor may collect what is due him from his Masonic debtor.
" 28. That where officers of a lodge were irregularly chosen through inadver-
tence, their subsequent regular installation, at a stated communication, without ob-
jection, corrected the error. (Decision of lS5g renewed).
" 29. That a lodge must be summoned for the annual election of officers. A
Master refusing to summon the lodge for that purpose is liable to discipline, and if
the election be held at a meeting to which the members are not summoned, it may
he set aside for irregularity.
" 30. That the Master has a right, and it his duty, to exclude from the lodge
a brother, who by his perverseness or contumacy, may interfere with the propei
working of the lodge or disturb its harmony.
" 35. That a Master of a Lodge should be installed after each re election.
"36. That it is irregular to install a Master-elect over a lodge, previous to his
being put in possession of the secrets of the chair.
" 37. That a member of a lodge may be installed by proxy in any office, of which
he has signified his acceptance, except that of Master, in the discretion of the
installing officer. An installation by proxy is rendered valid, by any subsequent
act of the brother thus installed, which would tend to show his acceptance of the
office.
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" 38. That the ceremony of installation must be performed by an Actual Master
or Past Master of a Lodge.
" 41. That a lodge which rejects a candidate for initiation cannot grant any qrn-
eral release of jurisdiction. It will act only on application of a lodge which shall
have shown its willingness to accept the candidate.
"49. That the issues in a trial having once been finally determined u/>o/i the
merits, a lodge may not proceed to a new trial upon the same charges and spccilica-
tions.
" 50. Where a lodge passed a by-law, which prescribed that " a brother, who
shall have been a faithful member of his lodge in good standing for ten years con-
secutively, shall be a privileged member, entitled to all benefits of the lodge, by
paying Grand Lodge dues only,' and a member of the lodge had complied with all
the provisions of said law, after which the lodge rescinded the by-law. Held that
the brother could not be compelled to pay dues to his lodge, other than Grand Lodge
dues.
" 53. That a committee, appointed in pursuance of the 52d section of the Statutes
of the Grand Lodge, must make a report, in terms '■favorable'' or ' iinfa7<oral4c^ before
a ballot shall be spread on the application of a candidate. The nature of the report,
whether favorable or unfavorable, should be placed on the minutes.
" 54. That the decision and sentence of a lodge in the trial of a brother on charges,
is always subject to appeal, and if the appellate officer, or commission, or body, re-
verses the decision or sentence, the brother's status is as if the decision of the lower
tribunal had not l^een rendered,
" 55 A lodge may not reverse its own action after sentence has been pronounced
and while the accused is undergoing punishment, so as to prejudice his standing or
rights.
" 56. That a lodge, having sentenced a brotlier to be reprimanded for a Masonic
offense, has exhausted its right to punish for that oflense. The subject may not be
judicially reviewed or reconsidered by the lodge. Only on appeal may the action of
the lodge be reversed or set aside.
" 59. That the physical qualifications of a candidate for Masonry cannot be de-
termined by the Grand Master. The Grand Master cannot issue a dispensation
allowing a lodge to disoliey a landmark of Masonry. Whether a candidate is such
" a hale man, sound, not deformed or dismembered," as the landmarks of Masoiny
prescribe to be eligible material for the temple, is a ([uestion that must be settled by
the conscientious judgment of the Master, and each brother of the lodge. If the
Master of a lodge is not satisfied after thoroughly and scrupulously considering the
matter, that the candidate is such a man, it will be his duty to reject him.
" 65. That the Master of a lodge was justified in suspending a Tyler, who was
temporarily unfitted for the performance of the functions of his office by intoxica-
tion. It does not matter that the Tyler was elected under the by-laws of the lodge.
The Master's obligations to the Craft approved the exercise of a very necessary pre-
rogative.
" 66. That the Master of a lodge has a right to one vote on any question brought
before his lodge. He may vote in the original count, or to determine a tie vote,
but may not exercise the privilege in both instances on the same question.
The Committee on the Condition of Masonry disapproved of Nos. 10, 18, 25 and
37, and modified ten others. The modifications were concurred in by the Grand
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Lodge, but the four above mentioned were sustained, and that portion of their
report rejected. With regard to Nos. 25 and 37, we think the committee were
clearly right. With regard to Nos. 10 and 18, we should say that as to the first the
Grand Master was right, and as to the latter, the committee, though we not under-
stand the full value of their local regulations on those subjects.
No. 49 was properly amended by adding, " unless a new trial be granted on ap-
peal;" and No. 53 as properly, by striking out the last sentence, requiring the nature
of the report to be entered on the minutes, of which the committee say :
" Neither the Constitution or Statutes require such regulation, and we do not deem
it expedient that it should be established."
Such an entry is forbidden by our law.
Of course No. 29 rests on local law, but we doubt the wisdom of the law. We
think the occasions are rare when a general summons is warranted, and that the an-
nual election does not constitute such an emergency as to require it.
The general proposition embraced in No. 59 we fully agree with, but we should
like to be referred to the ancient law wherein the quoted language is to be found.
Among the many distinguished visitors who were received with the customary
honors, were the Grand Master and Grand Secretary of this jurisdiction.
• The Grand Lodge was the recipient of a beautiful banner the gift of the ladies.
The great event of the Communication, and perhaps the most imposing Masonic
pageant [ever witnessed, was the dedication of the Masonic Hall, and the display
attendant on it, in which brethren from all parts of the country participated. The
procession, which oocupied three hours in passing a given point, numbered 23,091,
of which 5,690 were Knights Templar. 1 14 Grand Lodge officers from other jurisdic-
tions were present. From the dedicatory addrcas of Grand Master TitORNE we take
the following :
" The earnest and gratefully received congratulations of our peers from every
part of the world may excuse our joy on this festal day. But more than all this, is
the reflection that, with the close of this day's labor, we have reached the second
step in that great undertaking conceived in fear and amid doubt and perplexity, that
there should be erected in the city of New York a Hall, the revenues of which are
to be a perpetual and an inalienable endowment to the largest system of benevo-
lence ever undertaken by the craft. This Hall, therefore, is not so much for the
convenience of our working, in the ordinary acceptation of the word, as it is for
the benefit of the aged and needy brother, the destitute widow, and orphans of oui
household. I would, therefore, dear brethren, while we pause for the solemn ser-
vices of this occasion, that we here and now gather fresh zeal, more earnest devo-
tion, more unchangeable resolve to go on with the appointed labor. I would that
in your prayers, you solicit from the Great Architect, not only the continuance of
the blessings He has thus far and so abundantly showered upon the work of your
hands, but that He will give light and courage and tireless energy to persevere unto
the end. I would that you may all understand and appreciate how great, how noble,
how elevating the design drawn upon our trestle board by the founders of this en-
terprise, and that it may be given to each of you to give a portion, at least, of his
Masonic life to the completion of the task still before us, looking not here for our
reward, but remembering that our Father, who seeth in secret, will reward us openly,
remembering that when we have received the summons, which bids us lay down the
working tools of our profession and pass to the better life beyond, the gratitude and
prayers of the little ones will adorn our memoiy as with gems of untold value."
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The Orator of the Day was Past Grand Master John L. Lewis, a selection most
fit. His oration is marked by the power and grace which are so characteristic of his
productions. It is not so constructed that brief quotations will give an adequate idea
of it, so we must content ourselves with one which will give an idea of the man :
" Twenty-five years ago — a quarter of a century — the speaker, who now addresses
you, entered the Grand Lodge as a member. He had then attained that which, in
a calm review of the past, he believes to have been the proudest distinction of his
Masonic life — the Mastership of his mother lodge — filled as that life has been by
the overwhelming kindness, and partiality of his beloved and honored Masonic
brethren, with honors and titles. Rank and distinction he has enjoyed, but there
never has been rank or distinction so much prized, and which so satisfied every long-
ing of ambition, as that of being Master of a lodge ; none which he ever labored
more industriously and faithfully to fill. And having been led into this personal
allusion, pardon another, the last and only one, that will be thrust upon your notice.
Although entitled by rank and degree to bear the insignia of the highest Masonic
distinction, in this hemisphere, and which is, in fact only worn upon necessary public
occasions, yet the jewel dearest to him, and that which is daily worn next his heart,
is the unpretending badge of a Masonic Veteran, because it may be worn by any
Master Mason of proper age."
We refer our readers to the MemorialjVolume of the Dedication Ceremonies, to be
issued (if not already issued) by Past Grand Master John W. Simons, where the
Oration will be found entire.
An- attempt to abolish affiliation fees went to the table.
The statutory amendments relative to Dimits and unaffiliated Masons, suggested
by Grand Master Fox last year, were adopted. The former provides that when any
member shall become a resident of another Grand Lodge jurisdiction, a dimit may
be granted to him direct — an amendment, let us say, required as well by comity as
justice. The section relative to non-affiliates now stands as follows, the amendments
being indicated by italics :
" § 42. One who shall remain an unaffiliated Mason zvithin this jurisdiction one
year or more shall not be allowed to visit any lodge, or join in a Masonic proces-
sion, nor be entitled /«? receive Masonic relief or burial."
This is an improvement on the law as it stood before, in so far as it recognizes the
fact that a Mason may be involuntarily unaffiliated for a time, and also that it does
not positively prohibit the performance of certain imperative duties ; but it is still
open to the fatal objections, that it interferes with the right of visitation with which
the Grand Lodge may not lawfully interfere, and that it assumes still to absolve the
Craft from obligations that, unless he is content to be forsworn, must be the supreme
law to every Mason.
Ellwood E. Thorne, Grand Master : James M. Austin, Grand Secretary,
were with all the other Grand officers, unanimously re-elected.
The report of the Masonic Board of Relief of the City of New York, shows that
aid to the amount of $21 was extended to brethren hailing from Illinois.
The Grand Lodge granted eight warrants ; devoted all surplus funds to the Hall
and Asylum Fund ; confirmed the report of the Commissioners of Appeals, embrac-
ing only seven cases ; and received congratulatory dispatches from the Grand Lodges
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of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. An autograph letter was also received from
the Crown Prince and Grand Master of Masons in Denmark, in which he says :
" I deeply regret that several hinderances, and especially the great distance, pre-
vents me from answering to the inclination of my heart, to meet on this occasion my
Masonic brethren on the other side of the ocean.
" I beg you to accept my heartfelt wishes for the prosperity of this grand under-
taking, and my ardent hope that the threefold Great Architect of the Universe will
bestow on it His powerful blessings, and give furtherance and success to your aim :
Externally, to demonstrate the greatness of the institution ; internally, to cement and
strengthen the ties of brotherly love; and finally, to support the indigent, the widow
and the orphan."
The Report on Correspondence (p. 105) is in two parts : the first, reviewing the
proceedings of forty American Grand Lodges, and of England, from the veteran
pen of Bro. John W. Simons ; the second, the Grand Bodies of Continental Eu-
rope, by Bro. Charles Sackreuter.
Bro. Simons includes Illinois for 1874, in his review. Of our notice of New
York, he says :
" He approves much said by our respected predecessor, and takes objection, here
and there, to other matters ; as, for instance, in relation to the question of irregularly
made Masons, he assumes the ground, which meets our entire approval, that " a Ma-
son's standing may be impaired by judgtnent, never by legislation.'''' We stand with
him, that whatever the offense charged against a brother, punishment which involves
not only loss of standing, but even reprimand can only be assessed after a fair trial
and impartial judgment."
We should have lost somewhat of faith in human nature if our brother had failed
to recognize his own bantlings when they came home to him, which, being inter-
preted, means, that so far as we are able to estimate the external influences that have
contributed to form our opinions on the matters above mentioned, as well as others
that do not seem yet to meet his approval, we reckon the clear statement of the basic
principles of Masonic jurisprudence in his work on that subject, to be the chief.
We do not say this as a fence against his criticisms, for if we are on the wrong
track we wish to be set right, but in justice to our own feelings we wish to ac-
knowledge our debt. Quoting our remarks on non-affiliation, for which his prede -
cessor's report furnished the occasion, he says :
" We have given this argument in full because it is the ablest and most exhaustive
we have seen. We shall however, make no answer other than to ask our brother
why the Mason who does not belong to a lodge, who contributes nothing to its ex-
penses in money, nor to its labors by time, talent or zeal, should stand on the same
level and enjoy the same privileges as the one who does all these things. We may
be 'commercial' and fail to comprehend the abstract theories on this subject, but, to
come down out of the clouds and be practical, we can see no other deduction from
his argument, than that those who pay nothing and do the least have the best of it
in every way, and that, hence, the true plan is for us all to cease our affiliation and
fall back on the abstract principles of the institution."
Having ceded the whole question of law, in advance, by approving the proposi
tion that a Mason's standing may be impaired by a judgment, never by legislation, it
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is an evidence of grace in our brother that he makes no apology for not attempting
to answer our strictures upon the enactment of his Grand Lodge on this subject.
We think he will see the propriety of reducing his question to its lowestterms, or,
in other words, leaving out all except, " Why should a Mason who contributes noth-
ing to lodge expenses in money, stand on the same level and enjoy the same privi-
leges as the one who does?" That this should be done is obvious, for the double
reason that cash contributions are held by the law to condone indolence in those who
do belong to a lodge, and that those who do not belong, show such a disposition to
contribute to its labors by time, talent and zeal, that legislation is found necessary to
prevent their doing so, and available as a punishment for not contributing money.
The answer to the real question is, that he shouldn't :. what deprives the question of
its point is, that even in the absence of legislation, he doesn't. He should not, be-
cause the dues which members of lodges pay are an equivalent for the privileges
incident to lodge membership, additional to the general privileges of Masonry with
which he has chosen to content himself, and to which he is entitled. He does not,
because in remaining unaffiliated he foregoes the honors and preferments of the
Craft, and the right of a voice in the direction of its affairs.
Unless our brother believes, and is prepared to show, that active participation in
the affairs of Masonry brings to the brother no higher gain than the mere material
privileges incident thereto, he has no right to deduce from our argument that those
who "do the least have the best of it in every way," for we have not advanced such
an idea, nor written a line in support of such a theory. It is one thing to maintain
the right of a person to pursue a certain course of conduct, under the law : it is quite
another to maintain that his course is the wisest, or, admitting that it may be the
Wisest for him, that every one else shall do likewise. If to confound the two is the
result of coming down out of the clouds and being " practical," we suggest to Bro
S. whether it were not better to abide in cloudland.
Bro. Simons holds that whether black balls have been cast by design or mistake,
the declaration of the ballot rejects the petition, that such a vote cannot be recon-
sidered, and he challenges the validity of a dispensation which undertakes to inter-
fere with it; dissents from the idea that the occasional gatherings of our families and
friends in the lodge-room is anything but a benefit to Masonry ; says that the
New York legislation relative to non-affiliates is experimental, and if it does not
work satisfactorily, they, will be ready to try some other plan; whereat we cannot
forbear reiterating our recommendation that they try the Masonic plan for a while :
observes that the law of residence at best is an innovation in the body of Masonry,
and that none of its provisions can, in Masonic law or equity, apply to a Master Ma-
son seeking to affiliate ; lets daylight through the sophistical claim that an unfavora-
ble report of an investigating committee is a rejection by a lodge; properly holds
that suspension is. not termination of membership ; insists as properly that the moment
we allow a subordinate to override the powers of the Master, the discipline of the
institution is in danger ; that when a Master does wrong the Grand Lodge should
promptly call him to account, but when any one else attempts to interfere, let him or
them be made to understand that they are breaking their heads against a stone wall :
speaking by the light of experience, advises against the incorporation of Grand Lodges;
GRAND LODGE OK ILLINOIS. CLVII
and with becoming gravity, remarks of the Rhode Island edict forbidding lodges ac-
cording or receiving surrender of jurisdiction to or from lodges in other States, that
this may do in a State where a man falling out of bed is in danger of striking the
ground in another State, but in jurisdictions where the number of sub-lodges (Sub-
lodges ! Whew I) may be counted by hundreds, the labor of the Grand Master would
be rather serious.
From Bro. Sackreuter's review of the protocols of the Diet of the German
Grand Lodge League, we copy a summary of the debate on the question of the
recognition of the Prince Hall Grand Lodge, at Boston :
" Bro. Glitza, Grand Master of Hamburg, speaks for the recognition of this
Grand Lodge, and offers a resolution accordingly; he refers especially to the reso-
lution of the Grand Lodge Diet in 1873, ^^^^ difference of race and color shall not
be a bar or impediment to the recognition of a Grand Lodge. The Prince Hall
Grand Lodge has proved a sufficient moral guarantee for prosperous Masonic effi-
ciency. There exists no reasonable ground to decline the recognition of that Ma-
sonic Grand Body.
"Bro. Barthelmess seconds the motion, but moves the postponement of a deci-
sion on the ground that a part of the representatives are alleged to have no sufficient
and adequate information and instructions.
" Hro. Eckstein, Grand Master of Saxony, wishes that all the documents received
in regard to this question be laid before the German Grand Lodges previous to action
thereon, because they had not so far full knowledge of the same.
Bro. Brab.-VND, Deputy Grand Master and co-representative of Hamburg, urges
the recognition of the Prince Hall Grand Lodge, because Bro. Barthelmess has
given so favorable advice and information, emanating from his personal intuition and
experience. By declining and refusing such recognition the Grand Lodge Diet is
faithless to its resolution of last year. The Prince Hall Grand Lodge is not able to
prove its sufficient moral guarantees better than it has done up to this time.
" Bro. Eckstein (Saxony), insisted on his motion.
" Bro. Bluntschli expressed his views as follows : At all events the American
Grand Lodges are nearer to the Prince Hall Grand Lodge than we, and as so far
none of the American Grand Lodges have opened a way for recognition or inter-
course with that Grand Body, and as we are indeed very far from any connection
with the Negro Grand Lodge at Boston, called Prince Hall Grand Lodge, I consider
the matter as at present not all fit for action.
" Bro. Glitza regrets that, in view of this discussion, it appears that the German
Grand Lodges are not thoroughly instructed and informed in the matter, and seconds
under the circumstances the motion of Bro. Barthelmess for an adjournment and
postponement of the ([uestion.
" The motion of Bro. Barthelmess was adopted."
We have been informed through private channels that at a subsequent session (we
presume on Whit-Sunday of the present year), the proposition for recognition was
carried. There seems to us a bare probability that this action may fall by the Im-
perial veto, the Kaiser being the " Protector " of the Grand Lodge League, as
he is of the Prussian Grand Lodges. If his relations are precisely the same with
the former as with the latter, we presume the action would fail unless it received his
CLVIII PROCEEDINGS OF THE
sanction, and the following, from the debate on this same question, would indicate
that he sustains the doctrine of exclusive jurisdiction :
" Bro. Von Mp:ssf.rschmidt, Grand Master of ihe Grand Lodge of the Three
Globes at Berlin: In our Grand Lodge the constitution and chartering of a sub-
ordinate lodge at Shanghai was proposed, and of course it was necessary to report
the fact to the Protector of our Prussian Grand Lodges, to His Majesty the Emperor.
The Emperor atid Protector intimated that he could only consider such constitution
and chartering of a subordinate lodge admissible if no recognized Grand Lodge
existed in China.''
If the reported action of the League should be confirmed, fraternal relations with
the bodies composing it should cease.
We believe, and we think we have shown in former reports, that the original
legitimacy of African Lodge, out of which the Prince Hall Grand Lodge grew, is
beyond question ; and that its members were robbed of their just rights when the
Grand Lodge of Massachusetts was formed in 1792; and we have entertained no
doubt that ultimately the strong sense of justice which Masonry develops and fosters,
would compel the al^sorbtion of their legitimate descendants into the Fraternity.
But this is a question which must be settled by the American Grand Lodges im
mediately concerned ; and the recognition by any Foreign Grand Body of bodies
held to be clandestine by the Grand Lodge within whose jurisdiction they exist,
whether the membership of such clandestine bodies be white or black, should rele-
gate such recognizing Iwdy to the same clandestine status.
NORTH CAROLINA.
The Grand Lodge met at Raleigh, Dec. 7, 1874.
Grand Master Nichols announced the death of P.ist Grand Master Samuel F.
P.\TTKRSON ; Hknrv Toole Cl.\rk, Chairman of the Committee on Masonic His-
tory, formerly Governor of the State ; and Past Grand Secretary Alex.\niif.r J.
Lawrence.
Twelve disjiensations for new lodges had been issued. He calls attention to the
fact that the revenue of the Grand Lodge is insufficient, and to their inequitable system
of Grand Lodge dues, by which each lodge strong or weak pays fifteen dollars per
annum. The Grand Lodge remedied this by levying a capitation tax of fifty cents.
He reports no decisions, though he had given a large number during the year.
Adverting to the fact that many of these were repetitions of those previously made
by himself or his predecessors, he remarks upon the too great disposition manifested
by lodges for change of officers, saying truly, that good officers make good lodges ;
that often, just as soon as a master qualifies himself, he is superseded l)y one less
fitted, and so from year to year some lodges are ruled by weak and doubting Masters.
Alluding to the want of care as to the moral and social fitness of candidates, he well
says that the lodge was never designed to be a hospital for moral delinquency. He
GRAND LODl.E OK II.I.INDIS. (tXIX
takes occ.isiun to admonish the Craft against the disposition sci-nung to prevail to sonic
extent, to surrender charters and form new lodges, in order to cast out members with
whom they do not wish to fraterni/e ; the better course lieing to ap]ily llic remedy
provided in the law, in all cases rciiuiring discipline.
In 1S72, the Grand Lodge got a " new n\aggol " — the idea of conditional dimits
— and provided that a dimit should take full effect only when the possessor affiliated
withsome other lodge. The (piestion havingarisen in several lodges, whether a brollier
was chargeable with dues from the time his dimit was granted until he was again
.ithliated, the Grand Master very properly ilecidcil lliat he ■-hould not be t.ixed for
lodge privileges which he did not enjoy.
He reports that the Orphan Asylum has continued prosperously on its mis.sion of
mercy and usefulness, furnishing during the year a pleasant au'l profitable home to
nearly one hundred and tifty children, niany of them being orphans in the full sense
of that affecting term. lie recommends a continuation of the present plan of sup-
port by voluntary contributions, notwithstanding about one-half the lodges have
given nothing towards sustaining it ; but as now organized and managed (wc believe
Its benefactions are not confined to the orphans of the Fraternity), it has the sympa
thy and support of all parties, sects ami conditions of the cili/ensof the State. The
people west of the Blue Ridge being anxious to do much for the asylum in the way
of furnishing supplies, but unable ti> do so on account of the difficulty of transport-
ing supplies across the mountains, a branch of the Asylum has been established in
the western part of the State, another college and eighteen acres of ground having
been donated for the purpose. The Grand Lodge accepted the trust, evidently
abundantly endowed with the spirit which sjieaks from the quotation from Hunyan,
with which the Grand Master closed this portion of his address :
"Then they (the Shepherds) took them (the Tilgrims) and led them to Mount
Charity, where they showed them a man that had a bundle of cloth lying before him,
out of which he cut coats and garments for the poor that stood about him ; yet his
bundle or roll of cloth was never the less. Then said they, what should this be ?
This is, said the Shepherds, to show that he who has a heart to give of his labor to
the poor, shall never want wherewithal. Me that watereth shall be watered him-
self. And the cake that the widow gave to the prophet, did not cause that she had
the less in her barrel."
" Giul of tlu' KHtherU'88 ! Conn- to u» now.
In spirit (IfscfiKl from lliy ncinsion uliovc'
I'oiiif witti tlic )tlory tliiit Ix'iiiiis 'romid tlir lirow,
And teui'li us ntw losoiis of luiiviuly lovr.
God of the MotherU'Hs! Comt- from thy thrcuu"
lU'foro which tlu- liri^ht hiikcIh «'V«'r iidori-;
Oh! collU' with the comfort thut'H over thine own,
And l)U'8» with thy prfsteiiee once more.
God of the ■ Mvstie lie !' Aid us to bless
The lulple.-<s, the trieiidl. sx. III.' poor;
To biiiiitih diiTK sorrow uiid drlvt- thr di8trea»
Kur rtway Irom our poor brother's door I"
The Superintendent of the Asylum, Br.). J. M. Mil. is, in liis report, says of the
contributions received during the year:
"These contributions have been made by .Viastms, ( )dil- i'ellow^, I'atrons ot Hus-
bandry, Knights of I'ythias, Good Tem()lars, Frienils of Temperance, Literary
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Societies, Colleges, Sewing Circles, Bands of Music, Christian Associations, Churches
of various denominations, and by individuals, not members of any church or society.
The Jews especially have been- quiet, but liberal in their offerings.
" Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, New York, Michigan, Tennessee, South Car-
olina, Texas and California have rendered timely and valuable assistance. What a
compliment to Masonry ! So many organizations and so vast a multitude of indi-
viduals have said, ' We approve your work, we have confidence in your economy
and honesty, and we give you our co-operation ! ' "
Subsequently, objecting to gift concerts and lotteries in support of the asylum, and
making an application of Plato's teaching that a man ought to die rather than vio-
late the laws of the land in which he lives ; he says ot that ancient hod-carrier that
" he learned his Masonry from Pythagoras, after this grand custodian of the work had
invented and incorporated into his lectures the musical scale and the five funda-
mental propositions of geometry."
We are glad to know, definitely, where and of whom Plato got his work. It has
been recently doubted, on the ground that he did not belong to the incandescent
school of philosophy, whether he really originated the idea of using flambeaux in
conferring the third degree. It now seems probable that it came from the orientals
— that Pythagoras, who was a great pedestrian, picked it up in his travels and com-
municated it to Plato.
We notice that the Grand Lodge rescinded its action of 1868, whereby " R. W^
Best" was substituted for "Stevenson" in connection with the authorship of the
work of that jurisdiction, and adopted as its title the words "Ancient Work of
Masonry.^'
It would have been a grateful tribute to Bro. Mills' erudition, as well as to two
of the "Grand Custodians," to have called it the " Pythagoras-Plato work," and
would have left those jurisdictions no advantage over them, who part the name of
their work in the middle.
We last year noted the fact that the Grand Master recommended a repeal of the
resolutions passed the previous year relative to non-affiliates, but that his predecessor,
at whose mstance the resolutions were passed, succeeded in procuring a postpone-
ment until the present communication, of the report providing for their repeal, the
subject meanwhile being referred to the Committee on Masonic Jurisprudence with
instructions to give the Grand Lodge all the law they could find on the subject. The
hour for the special order having arrived it was announced that the committee were
not prepared to report, whereupon the pending report of last year was adopted, and
the resolutions, which were as follows, were repealed :
"Resolved, That wilful non-affiliation is a violation of Masonic law, and should
be placed on the same footing with every other Masonic offense.
"Resolved, That Subordinate Lodges should punish every violation of Masonic
law where the offender is duly convicted."
We congratulate the Grand Lodge of North Carolina upon this square and delib-
erate retraction of the heresy that non-affiliation is a violation of Masonic law-
Having done this, we may reasonably expect that its legislation will gradually conform
GRAND LODGE OF ILLrNOIS. CLXI
itself to the principle upon which, after full discussion, it has planted itself. The
evil effects of its previous departure from the law, however, is still visible, showing
itself strongly in its legislation on the subject of diiuits. The regulation intended to
prevent the relinquishing of lodge membership, which we referred to in connection
with the Grand Master's address, was repealed, and the following adopted in its
stead :
" Resolved, That any member of a subordinate lodge who shall apply for a dimit,
it shall be granted him upon his producing the Secretary's receipt that he has paid
all lodge dues, if there be no charges against him : Provided, That any Mason who
thus becomes non -affiliated, by his action distinctly releases all members of lodges ■
from any and all Masonic ties between himself and Ihem, retaining no Masonic right
except that of petitioning any lodge for membership."
On what supposed ground of equity a brother could be asked to release his affili-
ated brethren from their obligatinns towards him (from which, of course, neither he
nor the Grand Lodge, nor any other body, roz^A/ absolve them so long as he remained
a Mason in good standing,) as a condition of being permitted to do that which the
Grand Lodge had just guaranteed his right to do, is not apparent.
Twelve charters were granted; one dispensation continued.
Bro. Finger having sent in a communication in which the question of conferring
degrees on maimed persons was submitted for consideration, was appropriately cut
off by the Committee on Jurisprudence, who referred him to Art. IV of Anderson's
Constitution, as complete authority on that subject.
We find from the report of the Committee on Appeals, that the Grand Lodge
holds that an appeal does not lie from a verdict of acquittal, which in this jurisdic-
tion is not held to be good law.
George W. Blount, of Wilson, was elected Grand Master; Donald W. Bain^
Raleigh, re-elected Grand Secretary.
The resolution of 1872, " that suspension does not deprive a Mason of member-
ship in his lodge," was repealed.
The Grand Lodge concurred in the following, from the Committee on Suspensions
and Expulsions :
" That the action of Knap, of Reed's Lodge, No. 158, in the expulsion of Wil-
liam HOBGOOD, be not sustained. He is charged with " unmasonic conduct,"
specification, "disobeying legal summons." He did not appear at the lodge on the
day set for tnal. The proof was that he told a brother that he would not appear for
the reason that he had connected himself with the Roman Catholic Church, and that
he was opposed to secret societies.
" Your Committee unhesitatingly say that Masonry knows no sect, creed or opinion,
and we recommend that William Hobgood ought to be permitted to withdraw
from the lodge honorably, if his conscience does not permit him to belong to the
Masonic fraternity."
The Committee on Foreign Correspondence report as follows :
"Your Committee on Foreign Correspondence regret to state that owing to press-
ing business engagements on the part of each member, they have been unable to pre-
pare a report to submit at this communication.
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" 38. That the ceremony of installation must be performed by an Actual Master
or Past Master of a Lodge.
" 41. That a lodge which rejects a candidate for initiation cannot grant any ,;'f«-
^;-«/ release of jurisdiction. It will act only on application of a lodge which shall
have shown its willingness to accept the candidate.
"49. That the issues in a trial having once been finally determined upon /he
merits, a lodge may not proceed to a new trial upon the same charges and spccihca-
tions.
" 50. Where a lodge passed a by-law, which prescribed that " a brother, who
shall have been a faithful member of his lodge in good standing for ten years con
secutively, shall be a privileged member, entitled to all benefits of the lodge, by
paying Grand Lodge dues only,' and a member of the lodge had complied with all
the provisions of said law, after which the lodge rescinded the by-law. Held that
the brother could not be compelled to pay dues to his lodge, other than Grand Lodge
dues.
" 53. That a committee, appointed in pursuance of the 52d section of the Statutes
of the Grand Lodge, must make a report, in terms 'favorabW or ' unfa~'orablc' before
a ballot shall be spread on the application of a candidate. The nature of the report,
whether favorable or unfavorable, should be placed on the minutes.
" 54. That the decision and sentence of a lodge in the trial of a brother on charges,
is always subject to appeal, and if the appellate officer, or commission, or body, re-
verses the decision or sentence, the brother's status is as if the decision of the lower
tribunal had not been rendered.
" 55 A lodge may not reverse its own action after sentence has been pronounced
and while the accused is undergoing punishment, so as to prejudice his standing or
rights.
" 56. That a lodge, having sentenced a brother to be reprimanded for a Masonic
oftense, has exhausted its right to punish for that oflense. The subject may not be
judicially reviewed or reconsidered by the lodge. Only on appeal may the action ol
the lodge be reversed or set aside.
" 59. That the physical (jualifications of a candidate for Masonry cannot be de-
termined by the Grand Master. The Cirand Master cannot issue a dispensation
allowing a lodge to disobey a landmark of Masonry. Whether a candidate is such
" a hale man, sound, not deformed or dismembered," as the landmarks of Masonry
prescribe to be eligible material for the temple, is a question that must be settled by
the conscientious judgment of the Master, and each brother of the lodge. If the
Master of a lodge is not satisfied after thoroughly and scrupulously considering the
matter, that the candidate is such a man, it will be his duty to reject him.
" 65. That the Master of a lodge was justified in suspending a Tyler, who was
temporarily unfitted for the performance of the functions of his office by intoxica-
tion. It does not matter that the Tyler was elected under the by-laws of the lodge.
The Master's obligations to the Craft approved the exercise of a very necessary pre-
rogative.
" 66. That the Master of a lodge has a right to one vote on any ([uestion brought
before his lodge. He may vote in the original count, or to determine a tie vote,
but may not exercise the privilege in both instances on the same question.
The Committee on the Condition of Masonry disapproved of Nos. 10, iS, 25 and
37, and modified ten others. The modifications were concurred in by the Grand
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Lodge, but the four above mentioned were sustained, and that portion of their
report rejected. With regard to Nos. 25 and 37, we think the committee were
clearly right. With regard to Nos. lo and 18, we should say that as to the first the
Grand Master was right, and as to the latter, the committee, though we not under-
stand the full value of their local regulations on those subjects.
No. 49 was properly amended by adding, " unless a new trial be granted on ap-
peal;" and No. 53 as properly, by striking out the last sentence, requiring the nature
of the report to be entered on the minutes, of which the committee say :
" Neither the Constitution or Statutes require such regulation, and we do not deem
it expedient that it should be established."
Such an entry is forbidden by our law.
Of course No. 29 rests on local law, but we doubt the wisdom of the law. We
think the occasions are rare when a general summons is warranted, and that the an-
nual election does not constitute such an emergency as to require it.
The general proposition embraced in No. 59 we fully agree with, but we should
like to be referred to the ancient law wherein the quoted language is to be found.
Among the many distinguished visitors who were received with the customary
honors, were the Grand Master and Grand Secretary of this jurisdiction.
The Grand Lodge was the recipient of a beautiful banner the gift of the ladies.
The great event of the Communication, and perhaps the most imposing Masonic
pageant ^ever witnessed, was the dedication of the Masonic Hall, and the display
attendant on it, in which brethren from all parts of the country participated. The
procession, which oocupied three hours in passing a given point, numbered 23,091,
of which 5,690 were Knights Templar. 1 14 Grand Lodge officers from other jurisdic-
tions were present. From the dedicatory address of Grand Master Thorne we take
the following :
" The earnest and gratefully received congratulations of our peers from every
part of the world may excuse our joy on this festal day. But more than all this, is
the reflection that, with the close of this day's labor, we have reached the second
step in that great undertaking conceived in fear and amid doubt and perplexity, that
there should be erected in the city of New York a Hall, the revenues of which are
to be a perpetual and an inalienable endowment to the largest system of benevo-
lence ever undertaken by the craft. This Hall, therefore, is not so much for the
convenience of our working, in the ordinary acceptation of the word, as it is for
the benefit of the aged and needy brother, the destitute widow, and orphans of our
household. I would, therefore, dear brethren, while we pause for the solemn ser-
vices of this occasion, that we here and now gather fresh zeal, more earnest devo-
tion, more unchangeable resolve to go on with the appointed labor. I would that
in your prayers, you solicit from the Great Architect, not only the continuance of
the blessings He has thus far and so abundantly showered upon the work of your
hands, but that He will give light and courage and tireless energy to persevere unto
the end. I would that you may all understand and appreciate how great, how noble,
how elevating the design drawn upon our trestle board by the founders of this en-
terprise, and that it may be given to each of you to give a portion, at least, of his
Masonic life to the completion of the task still before us, looking not here for our
reward, but remembering that our Father, who seeth in secret, will reward us openly,
remembering that when we have received the summons, which bids us lay down the
working tools of our profession and pass to the better life beyond, the gratitude and
prayers of the little ones will adorn our memoiy as with gems of untold value."
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The Orator of the Day was Past Grand Master John L. Lewis, a selection most
fit. His oration is marked by the power and grace which are so characteristic of his
productions. It is not so constructed that brief quotations will give an adequate idea
of it, so we must content ourselves with one which will give an idea of the man :
" Twenty-tive years ago — a quarter of a century — the speaker, who now addresses
you, entered the Grand Lodge as a member. He had then attained that which, in
a calm review of the past, he believes to have been the proudest distinction of his
Masonic life — the Mastership of his mother lodge — filled as that life has been by
the overwhelming kindness, and partiality of his beloved and honored Masonic
brethren, with honors and titles. Rank and distinction he has enjoyed, but there
never has been rank or distinction so much prized, and which so satisfied every long-
ing of ambition, as that of being Master of a lodge ; none which he ever labored
more industriously and faithfully to fill. And having been led into this personal
allusion, pardon another, the last and only one, that will be thrust upon your notice.
Although entitled by rank and degree to bear the insignia of the highest Masonic
distinction, in this hemisphere, and which is, in fact only worn upon necessary public
occasions, yet the jewel dearest to him, and that which is daily worn next his heart,
is the unpretending badge of a Masonic Veteran, because it may be worn by any
Master Mason of proper age."
We refer our readers to the MemorialjVolume of the Dedication Ceremonies, to be
issued (if not already issued) by Past Grand Master John W. Simons, where the
Oration will be found entire.
An attempt to abolish affiliation fees went to the table.
The statutory amendments relative to Dimits and unaffiliated Masons, suggested
by Grand Master Fox last year, were adopted. The former provides that when any
member shall become a resident of another Grand Lodge jurisdiction, a dimit may
be granted to him direct — an amendment, let us say, required as well by comity as
justice. The section relative to non-affiliates now stands as follows, the amendments
being indicated by italics :
" § 42. One who shall remain an unaffiliated Mason within this jiirisdictivn one
year or more shall not be allowed to visit any lodge, or join in a Masonic proces-
sion, nor he entitled /o receive Masonic relief or burial."
This is an improvement on the law as it stood before, in so far as it recognizes the
fact that a Mason may be involuntarily unaffiliated for a time, and also that it does
not positively prohibit the performance of certain imperative duties ; but it is still
open to the fatal objections, that it interferes with the right of visitation with which
the Grand Lodge may not lawfully interfere, and that it assumes still to absolve the
Craft from obligations that, unless he is content to be forsworn, must be the supreme
law to every Mason.
Ellwood E. Thorne, Grand Master : James M. Austin, Grand .Secretary,
were with all the other Grand officers, unanimously re-elected.
The report of the Masonic Board of Relief of the City of New York, shows that
aid to the amount of ^21 was extended to brethren hailing from Illinois.
The Grand Lodge granted eight warrants ; devoted all surplus funds to the Hall
and Asylum Fund ; confirmed the report of the Commissioners of Appeals, embrac-
ing only seven cases ; and received congratulatory dispatches from the Grand Lodges
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CLV
of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. An autograph letter was also received from
the Crown Prince and Grand Master of Masons in Denmark, in which he says :
" I deeply regret that several hinderances, and especially the great distance, pre-
vents me from answering to the inclination of my heart, to meet on this occasion my
Masonic brethren on the other side of the ocean.
" I beg you to accept my heartfelt wishes for the prosperity of this grand under-
taking, and my ardent hope that the threefold Great Architect of the Universe will
bestow on it His powerful blessings, and give furtherance and success to your aim :
Externally, to demonstrate the greatness of the institution; internally, to cement and
strengthen the ties of brotherly love ; and finally, to support the indigent, the widow
and the orphan."
The Report on Correspondence (p. 105) is in two parts : the first, reviewing the
proceedings of forty American Grand Lodges, and of England, from the veteran
pen of Bro. ToHN W. Simons ; the second, the Grand Bodies of Continental Eu-
rope, by Bro. Charles Sackreuter.
Bro. Simons includes Illinois for 1874, in his review. Of our notice of New
York, he says :
" He approves much said by our respected predecessor, and takes objection, here
and there, to other matters ; as, for instance, in relation to the question of irregularly
niade Masons, he assumes the ground, which meets our entire approval, that " a Ma-
son's standing may be impaired by judgment, never by legislation." We stand with
him, that whatever the offense charged against a brother, punishment which involves
not only loss of standing, but even reprimand can only be assessed after a fair trial
and impartial judgment."
We should have lost somewhat of faith in human nature if our brother had failed
to recognize his own bantlings when they came home to him, which, being inter-
preted, means, that so far as we are able to estimate the external influences that have
contributed to fonn our opinions on the matters above mentioned, as well as others
that do not seem yet to meet his approval, we reckon the clear statement of the basic
principles of Masonic jurisprudence in his work on that subject, to be the chief.
We do not say this as a fence against his criticisms, for if we are on the wrong
track we wish to be set right, but in justice to our own feelings we wish to ac-
knowledge our debt. Quoting our remarks on non-affiliation, for which his prede -
cessor's report furnished the occasion, he says :
" We have given this argument in full because it is the ablest and most exhaustive
we have seen. We shall however, make no answer other than to ask our brother
why the Mason who does not belong to a lodge, who contributes nothing to its ex-
penses in money, nor to its labors by time, talent or zeal, should stand on the same
level and enjoy the same privileges as the one who does all these things. We may
be 'commercial' and fail to comprehend the abstract theories on this subject, but, to
come down out of the clouds and be practical, we can see no other deduction from
his argument, than that those who pay nothing and do the least have the best of it
in every way, and that, hence, the true plan is for us all to cease our affiliation and
fall back on the abstract principles of the institution."
Having ceded the whole question of law, in advance, by approving the proposi
tion that a Mason's standing may be impaired by a fudgment, never by legislation, it
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is an evidence of grace in our brother that he makes no apology for not attempting
to answer our strictures upon the enactment of his Grand Lodge on this subject.
We think he will see the propriety of reducing his question to its lowest terms, or,
in other words, leaving out all except, " Why should a Mason who contributes noth-
ing to lodge expenses in money, stand on the same level and enjoy the same privi-
leges as the one who does ?" That this should be done is obvious, for the double
reason that cash contributions are held by the law to condone indolence in those who
do belong to a lodge, and that those who do not belong, show such a disposition to
contribute to its labors by time, talent and zeal, that legislation is found necessary to
prevent their doing so, and available as a punishment for not contributing money.
The answer to the real question is, that he shouldn't :.what deprives the question of
its point is, that even in the absence of legislation, he doesn't. He should not, be-
cause the dues which members of lodges pay are an equivalent for the privileges
incident to lodge membership, additional to the general privileges of Masonry with
whicti he has chosen to content himself, and to which he is entitled. He does not,
because in remaining unaffiliated he foregoes the honors and preferments of the
Craft, and the right of a voice in the direction of its affairs.
Unless our brother believes, and is prepared to show, that active participation in
the affairs of Masonry brings to the brother no higher gain than the mere material
privileges incident thereto, he has no right to deduce from our argument that those
who "do the least have the best of it in every way," for we have not advanced such
an idea, nor written a line in support of such a theory. It is one thing to maintain
the right of a person to pursue a certain course of conduct, under the law : it is quite
another to maintain that his course is the wisest, or, admitting that it may be the
wisest for him, that every one else shall do likewise. If to confound the two is the
result of coming down out of the clouds and being " practical," we suggest to Bro
S. whether it were not better to abide in cloudland.
Bro. Simons holds that whether black balls have been cast by design or mistake,
the declaration of the ballot rejects the petition, that such a vote cannot be recon-
sidered, and he challenges the validity of a dispensation which undertakes to inter-
fere with it ; dissents from the idea that the occasional gatherings of our families and
friends in the lodge-room is anything but a benefit to Masonry ; says that the
New York legislation relative to non-affiliates is experimental, and if it does not
work satisfactorily, they, will be ready to try some other plan ; whereat we cannot
forbear reiterating our recommendation that they tiy the Masonic plan for a while :
observes that the law of residence at best is an innovation in the body of Masonry,
and that none of its provisions can, in Masonic law or equity, apply to a Master Ma-
son seeking to affiliate ; lets daylight through the sophistical claim that an unfavora-
ble report of an investigating committee is a rejection by a lodge; properly holds
that suspension is. not termination of membership ; insists as properly that the moment
we allow a subordinate to override the powers of the Master, the discipline of the
institution is in danger ; that when a Master does wrong the Grand Lodge should
promptly call him to account, but when any one else attempts to interfere, let him or
them be made to understand that they are breaking their heads against a stone wall :
speaking by the light of experience, advises against the incorporation of Grand Lodges ;
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS.
and with becoming gravity, remarks of the Rhode Island edict forbidding lodges ac-
cording or receiving surrender of jurisdiction to or from lodges in other States, that
this may do in a State where a man falling out of bed is in danger of striking the
ground in another State, but in jurisdictions where the number of sub-lodges (Sub-
lodges 1 Whew I) may be counted by hundreds, the labor of the Grand Master would
be rather serious.
From Bro. Sackreuter's review of the protocols of the Diet of the German
Grand Lodge League, we copy a summary of the debate on the question of the
recognition of the Prince Hall Grand Lodge, at Boston :
" Bro. Glitza, Grand Master of Hamburg, speaks for the recognition of this
Grand Lodge, and offers a resolution accordingly; he refers especially to the reso-
lution of the Grand Lodge Diet in 1873, ^^^^ difference of race and color shall not
be a bar or impediment to the recognition of a Grand Lodge. The Prince Hall
Grand Lodge has proved a sufficient moral guarantee for prosperous Masonic effi-
ciency. There exists no reasonable ground to decline the recognition of that Ma-
sonic Grand Body.
"Bro. Barthelmess seconds the motion, but moves the postponement of a deci-
sion on the ground that a part of the representatives are alleged to have no sufficient
and adequate information and instructions.
t' Rro. Eckstein, Grand Master of Saxony, wishes that all the documents received
in regard to this question be laid before the German Grand Lodges previous to action
thereon, because they had not so far full knowledge of the same.
Bro. Braband, Deputy Grand Master and co-representative of Hamburg, urges
the recognition of the Prince Hall Grand Lodge, because Bro. Barthelmess has
given so favorable advice and information, emanating from his personal intuition and
experience. By declining and refusing such recognition the Grand Lodge Diet is
faithless to its resolution of last year. The Prince Hall Grand Lodge is not able to
prove its sufficient moral guarantees better than it has done up to this time.
" Bro. Eckstein (Saxony), insisted on his motion.
" Bro. Bluntschli expressed his views as follows : At all events the American
Grand Lodges are nearer to the Prince Hall Grand Lodge than we, and as so far
none of the American Grand Lodges have opened a way for recognition or inter-
course with that Grand Body, and as we are indeed very far from any connection
with the Negro Grand Lodge at Boston, called Prince Hall Grand Lodge, I consider
the matter as at present not all fit for action.
" Bro. Glitza regrets that, in view of this discussion, it appears that the German
Grand Lodges are not thoroughly instructed and informed in the matter, and seconds
under the circumstances the motion of Bro. Barthelmess for an adjournment and
postponement of the question.
" The motion of Bro. Barthelmess was adopted."
We have been informed through private channels that at a subsequent session (we
presume on Whit-Sunday of the present year), the proposition for recognition was
caiTied. There seems to us a bare probability that this action may fall by the Im-
perial veto, the Kaiser being the "Protector" of the Grand Lodge League, as
he is of the Prussian Grand Lodges. If his relations are precisely the same with
the former as with the latter, we presume the action would fail unless it received his
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or for any country beyond the confines of England ; hence the claim of Grand
Lodges in the United States that they are derived from the Grand Lodge at York has
no foundation whatever. He also quotes Bro. HuGHAN as to the age of the degree
of Master Ma=;on, showing it to have been the invention and early introduction of the
revivalists of 1717, before which time degrees ia Masonry were unknown. Under
the head of " New England," Uro. Caldwell tells a fanciful story of Jonathan
Belcher, of Boston, who went to England as a youth of twenty and became a
chum of the then King William IIL the monarch whom Anderson represents as
having been initiated in a private lodge in his palace — a story now discredited by the
best Masonic scholars ; and of how the people eagerly pointed out the young man
when marching in the Masonic procession at the King's funeral (!) as " Bro. Jona-
than, so familiarly called by ihe old King." The King died in 1702, and this is
the year fixed upon as the one in which Belcher was made a Mason — which would
allow him to appear at the funeral, as such — from his reply to a committee of St.
John's Lodge, Boston, who waited upon him with an address when he was succeeded
as Governor of the Province of Massachusetts Bay, by Shirley, in 1741, which is
thus quoted :
"It is now thirty-nine years since I was admitted into the Ancient and Honorable
Society of Free and Accepted Masons, to whom I have been a faithful brother and
a well-wisher to the art of Masonry. I shall ever maintain a strict friendship for the
whole fraternity, and will be glad when it may fall in my power to do them any ser-
vice."
Unfortunately for the story of his participating in the funeral obsequies of the
king as a Mason, the original letter of Gov. Belcher, preserved in the archives of
the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts, reads ^'■thirty-seven,''' instead of " thirty-nine '»
years, which would have brought Bro. Jonathan to light as a Mason two years after
W1LLL4.M had slept with his fathers at Westminister.
How Jonathan went to Holland with King William, is set forth, and how he
became a chum of the young Elector of Hanover, afterward King George IL of
England, and on a good footing with his father, soon to become George I ; and the
conclusion arrived at, that when the latter sent Jonathan home to New England, in
1730, as Governor of Massachusetts Bay and New Hampshire, the youths — Jona-
than and young George — aided each other in the introduction of Masonry. It is
added, as a probability, that Masonry, thus first introduced by Governor Belcher
himself, coutinued in this informal manner until Price came in with his putative
deputation from Viscount MoNT.fVGUE, in 1873, appointing the Governor's son, And-
rew, as his first deputy, and the Governor appointing Price cornet to his troop, the
Governor's body-guard.
In view of the pretensions recently urged by Pennsylvania to priority in the intro-
duction of Masonry into this country, our Massachusetts brethren who have been
shocked at Price's regularity being questioned, may yet be grateful for this hint of
Bro. Caldwell's.
Bro. C.-VLDWELL urges that a Grand Conference of the representatives of the Grand
Lodges in the United States and British North America, a " Jubilee Conference,"
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CLXIX
should be held at an early day, and suggests June 24, 1876. He cites many appro-
priate topics for discussion, but as no such conference is likely to be held, we forbear
enumerating them. Two thousand copies of the report were ordered to be printed
* separately for distribution. We acknowledge the receipt of a beautifully bound pre-
sentation copy, for which the Grand Secretary will please accept our thanks.
OREGON.
A Special Communication of the Grand Lodge was held at Salem, Oct. 8, 1873,
when Grand Master Patton laid the corner-stone of the State Capitol. Past Grand
Master Chadwick, (Secretary of State,) delivered an address of which the Grand
Master's remark that it was "the crowning feature of the occasion," was slight
praise.
The Annual Communication was held at Portland, June 8, 1874.
Grand Master Patton was able to renew the congratulations of his previous an-
nual address on the general prosperity existing. He says :
" The returns submitted by the various subordinates for inspection, come fully up
to the measure of my expectation. Greater care has been taken as the selection of
material ; and while discipline has been enforced in several cases I am informed that
but few of them have appealed to this body for final adjudication. Praiseworthy
efforts have been made by the Craft generally, to conform more strictly to the require-
ments of, and avoid the things prohibited by Masonry."
He had granted two dispensations for new lodges, and refused applications for
three more, in one of which cases his refusal was based on the fact that a majority
of the petitioners were members of a lodge laboring under financial embarrassments
on account of a new hall. Only four decisions were submitted, among which are
the following :
2. " The status of a brother who has received the M. M. degree in a lodge other
than' that in which he was entered, either by consent or request, is that of a non-
affiliate until he signs the by-laws ; and it is competent for any lodge to entertain his
petition for affiliation, accompanied with a statement showing why he is not in pos-
session of a dimit.
3. " The refusal of a Master Mason's widow to allow the Fraternity to perform
the burial service, and neglecting other kind offices tendered her in her hour of des-
olation and affliction, will not debar her at any subsequent time, so long as she re-
mains his widow, to claim relief when in distress, for herself or children. Nor will
any act or word of her's release the Fraternity from their obligations to respond.
The right of relief inures to her by virtue of her husband's good standing at the time
of his death, and the claim should be respected."
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We think No. 2 is a correct statement of law, provided the by-laws make the sign-
ing a condition of attaining membership. No. 3 is sound. He further says :
" In connection with this subject, permit me to refer to an appeal submitted from
the action of Pendleton Lodge, No. 52, in voting a lambskin apron to a brother who
had been active in establishing the lodge, and had served them as an officer. The
appeal was based on the ground that no property belonging to the lodge could be
voted away, except for charitable purposes.
I sustained the action of the lodge, and held that it was not a violation of the reg-
ulation concerning lodge funds or property. That the Grand Lodge had, in two in-
stances, voted jewels to officers for faithful service ; that it was not an unusual
thing in other jurisdictions, and that it should be encouraged rather than disapproved.
The papers in the case are herewith submitted."
The decisions were approved.
The Grand Master renewed his recommendation of the previous year, that the
proceedings of the Grand Lodge be reprinted, or at least for some years, the edition
for which is exhausted. The Grand Lodge concurred in the recommendation, as it
did also in another, very practical one, that in future two hundred copies be printed
in addition to what are required for present use ; the extra copies, which will cost
only the price of paper and press-work, being allowed to remain unbound until the
proceedings of three years have accumulated, and then bound in one volume. A
recommendation for a committee on the early history of Masonry in Oregon also
met with a favorable response. One hundred dollars was appropriated for the relief
of Louisiana sufferers, and a collection taken up which yielded ninety-nine dollars
more.
T. B. CoNGLE was elected Grand Master; R. P. Earhart, re-elected Grand Sec-
retary, both of Portland.
The Grand Lodge of Quebec was recognized ; a committee appointed to corres-
pond with the brethren of Washington and Idaho, and make arrangements for a
Masonic re-union on the seashore (which bodes evil to the festive clam) ; a new
Constitution and Penal Code adopted; the Educational Fund reinvested for five
years at compound interest ; two charters granted ; the Library duly cared for ; the
publication of the proceedings — other than the election and installation of officers
in any daily or weekly newspaper prohibited until after the same has been pub-
lished by the Grand Lodge ; and a resolution adopted suggesting to the Grand Lodge
of Pennsylvania to institute measures for a reunion of the Masons who shall attend
the Centennial Exposition in 1876, and pledging the co-operation of Oregon in fur-
therance of the object.
At the installation of the officers, which was public, Bro. J. N. Dolph delivered
a finely written and interesting oration.
The new Constitution provides that each lodge shall have three votes on every
question which may come before the Grand Lodge, but all must be cast on the same
side ; Grand Officers and Past Grand Officers down to Secretary, one vote each ;
Past Masters are not members ; striking from the roll is the highest punishment per-
mitted for non-payment of dues ; full and complete appellate and corrective powers
GRAND LODGE OF tI,LIKOIS.
are claimed by the Grand Lodge, and original jurisdiction over Masonic oftenses is
conceded to be the right of the constituent lodge.
The Penal Code offers a comprehensive definition of offenses :
" Every violation by a Mason of his Masonic obligations ; every violation of the
moral law, to wit : drunkenness, profane swearing, idleness, brawling, fighting,
cheating, gambling, engaging in any business that is irreligious, or that tends in any
way or manner to corrupt the public or private morals ; the violation of the statutes
of the State, embracing moral turpitude, is a Masonic offense, for which the offender
shall be subjected to such lawful punishment as the tribunal having jurisdiction in
the case shall adjudge.
" Masoniy will not take cognizance of offenses ecclesiastical or political in their
nature, nor of a breach of contract or claim at law between Masons, or between
one Mason and another, unless the same involves moral turpitude in the offender."
The code is excellent in the main, hut contains the unjust and dangerous provision
that the accused while under charges shall be debarred from voting and participa-
ting in the business of the lodge.
It provides that the accused shall be a competent witness ; that an appeal may be
taken whether the accused be convicted or acquitted, and by either party, and tha^
it applies as well in questions of law as in questions of fact, and may be taken from
any erroneous action, ruling or decision of the lodge or Master ; that no number of
convictions or acquittals can exhaust the right of either party to appeal ; and that the
Grand Master in the recess, has power to grant a new trial.
The excellent Report on Correspondence (pp. 46) is as usual, from the pen of Bro.
S. F. Chadwick. It is a marvel of condensation, touching the salient points of the
proceedings of twenty-nine American Grand Lodges, of which Illinois is one. In
noticing our report, he says :
"We take this occasion to say to our brother, that Oregon is receiving, from time
to time, additions to her population from Illinois. A few days since we had the
pleasure of meeting with several just from the steamer, for whom we are thankful.
We are at times delighted over conversations with older Masons from other jurisdic-
tions; we know each other wherever we meet, and learn of brethren of whom we
have no personal, but official knowledge."
Of the right of objection, he says :
"A 'vicious or frivolous objection, interposed by a turbulent or indiscreet member
to the admission of a visitor,' etc., becomes a matter for the lodge to dispose of.
Where the party objecting makes his objection known, the lodge is no longer bound
by the rule that an objection need not be explained, etc. And when made known,
the character of the objection is easily determined. If found to be ' vicious,
frivolous, and interposed by a turbulent or indiscreet member,' the lodge should
use discipline, for, by the confession, the brother objecting is guilty of conduct
which tends to mutiny among the brethren. Our view is, that a brother is not
bound to disclose his objection ; but if he does make it known, the lodge has the
right to pass on its validity. If it is confessedly vicious or frivolous, or even if not
confessed, and the lodge has unmistakable evidence that the objection is made by a
turbulent or indiscreet member, to destroy the harmony of the lodge rather than pro-
mote it, we think it is the duty of the lodge to use discipline. The safety and har-
mony of a lodge are paramount to the membership of any bad Mason. These cases
are exceptions to our rules."
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Bro. Chadwick is willing to yield his views on the question of "Androgynous
Masonry," rather than discuss the subject further with the odds against him, but is
still in favor of anything that will reform the ' social feature of Masonry ' — and if
the Eastern Star will not do it, he wants something else that will.
We shall have to repeat the wish which we have before expressed, that Grand
Secretary Earhart would at least give us the first names of the Grand Officers in
full. As it is, we get only the initials of most of them.
PENNSYLVANIA.
The tasty volume before us consists of extracts from the minutes of the Quarterly
and Annual Communications for the year 1874.
At the Quarterly Communication of June 3, 1874, the Louisiana Circular was
received, and § 1,000 at once appropriated for the relief of the brethren in the over-
flowed districts, and a committee appointed to solicit contributions from the Craft.
The aggregate of the contributions was nearly $8,000. Our Pennsylvania brethren
do nothing by halves, as we had abundant occasion to know in our own hour of
need.
The Grand Master announced the death of Past Grand Master Sa.muel H. Per-
kins, and Past Grand Master Page read a touching memorial of his career. He
was the father of the junior Past Grand Master S.a^muel C. Perkins, and died full
of years and honors.
At the Quarterly Communication Dec. 2, 1874, Alfred R. Potter, Grand Mas-
ter (address not given) ; John Thompson, Philadelphia, Grand Secretary, were re-
elected.
The Librar)' Committee report that the Dedication Memorial, now being stereo-
typed— prepared by the Librarj' Committee, at their own risk, for the sole benefit of
the Library of the Grand Lodge — will, when completed, be the finest Masonic
work ever issued in this country, and typographically will rank among the most
noted works issued from the press.
The reprint of the proceedings authorized by the Grand Lodge is also under con-
sideration and preparation.
The death of Past Grand Master John M. Re.-\d was announced. He was one
of the most distinguished of the legal profession of his State, had graced the highest
seat of its Supreme Court, and was gathered to his fathers like a "shock of com
fully ripe."
The Committee on Appeals present a case in which an appeal had been taken
from the decision of the Master of a lodge, who ruled out of order a proposition to
amend a certain By-Law, on the ground that it conflicted with the law as laid down
by the Grand Lodge. The committee say :
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" 'I'liMl the scctum was a violation ol llu- law of lliis Cirand I ,o(lj;c is clear, ami
imk'cd, it was a<lniiUe<l by tho apiu-alin^ liicdnon tn bo so, but (hoy iiisisU-d, liow-
ever, that it was tho Master's duty to allow the I.odj^'o to pass upon il, and that its
invalidity, or imronstiliitionality (takinji; tho Ahinian Ke/on as tho f'onslitiilion) did
not justify hiii> in pronouncing; it out of order: Thai, under the jiarliamontaiy law,
(lid not pcilain tt> llu; uu-rils of a proposition, but simply to those rules univeisally
recoj;ni/od. which regulate business, and enforce decorum : and that this was not a
point of iiider which the Worshipful Master had the ri^ht to decide.
"Such IS not (lie law aiiyvvhero, and most certaiidy it is not the; Masonic law: il
is the bovmden duty of the Master lo enforce tho laws of the (]rand Lodge ; to sub-
mit to the lodge a iirojiosiliou in violation of them and lo run the risk of its adop-
ti<m, would subject the Master to just criticism."
The appeal was properly dismissed.
'I'he report ol ihc ,S|(;wards of the Slepluii (liiard Chaiity I'lind, shows thai one
applic.'inl h:iiliui; (lom Illinois, received aid lo tin- aniouni ol twenty dnll.ir, tlicic
from.
(Irand Master Poi'lKR delivered a brief addr<'ss conceived in llw ■piiet dignity so
characteristic of the (Irand F.asI of Pennsylvania. He Mm. ciilonc. ili<- iiidiil.mid
seclusiveness of th.it jnrisdiciKin : ^
"■On assuming the Oriental Chair, one year since, 1 called ihe attention of tho
l)rethren to that ])ortion of tho Ahintan Ke/on, on page 34, referring lo the printing
and publishing the ])roceedings of a lodge, or any part thereof, without tlie permis-
sion of the pto|)or M.asonie authority, and it has been my endeavor to enforce tliis
regulation. I can see no good reason why Ihe outside world should be made ae-
i|u:iinlod with any part of our work; il is an innovation of recent years, and a viola-
tion of the rules, legulations and edicts of the (;ran<l I-odge, which every one ad-
mitted to the riles and privileges of Masonry, in a duly constituted and lawfully war-
ranted lodge, has voluntarily bound himself to obey.
Such violation has led to the making of many books and llio inlioduciion of lec-
turers, meic adv(!nturers, who allect to ilispenso light and knowledge, — bencliling the
jjrofane more than Ihe ('raft, and whose whoh; animus is of a mercenaiy character,
lirolhren, shun them. What you can nol learn in a well ollicered lodge of intelligent
Masons ihey cannot leach you. I am gl.'ul lo say thai in some of the districts under
Ihc; jurisdiction of this Grand Lodge, the District iJcpuly (irand Mashns have sol
tlieir faces against such innovations and practices, antl |)rohibiiod ihc lodges holding
fraternal i?itercourse with these traveling ' book masons.' Compiainls have been
made to me in our own city, calling my .iltonlion lo the fraud attemptoil lo be perpo
tratod on the Craft, <jslensibly for the p\ir|ioso of enlighlenmenl, but in reality to sell
books, relics, etc. I trust, brethren, such things will not bo tolorato<l. I,el us ko(;p
up to \hc. ancient customs, usages and landmaiks of our fraternity."
We trust that we fully share Ihe (Ir:ind Master's aversion to those wlw) wouM
make merchandise of Masonry, but we (eel movofl lo ask — ami inasmuch as llieit
code of elii|uetle permits criticism of the a<;l'. jud opiui<)ris of individuals, so long as
the action of the Grand I.,odge is nc)t cpiestioned, wo presume it will nol be considered
imperlinonl — by what token a Dislricl Deputy (ir.-ind Master presumes to prohibit
lodges holding fraternal intercourse with Mastins in good standing, whelhor "liavol
ing" or olherwise ; and ;dso whence ihoy d(;rivo their power lo .abriilge the light of
a M:ison in good huiclin;' lo visit, oxcc|il in lln- lo<lgos o( which Ihi'y .nro fliomsolves
members r*
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The Grand Lodge of Quebec was recognized.
The report on Correspondence (pp. 147) is from the pen of Bro. E. CopPEE
Mitchell, and is an able and dignified review of the proceedings of forty-seven
American Grand Lodges.
It needs the statement of the writer of the report to discover that it is from an
" unaccustomed hand," so readily does it grasp the questions which arise.
The following, from his prefatory remarks, fairly indicate the scope of his re-
port :
" It has come down to us from those able and experienced brethren who have
occupied this responsible position in past years, as an unbending rule to govern this
committee, that it is no part of our duty to pass judgment upon matters either of
legislation or administration wherein we find our brethren in other jurisdictions
dilTer from our own laws and customs. That each Grand Lodge, being sovereign
within the limits of its own jurisdiction, has the undoubted right to regulate its affairs
according to its own judgment.
" To this traditional policy we have adhered ; not only because it has been an
established usage, and is entitled on that account to be respected ; but also because,
in the performance of our duty we have found it a wise and safe policy for our-
selves, totally inexperienced in this branch of Masonic duty, to avoid all appearance
of sitting in the seat of judgment and passing sentence upon others, while we our-
selves are so liable to fall into error. Such reflections of our own as are found in our
report, are offered, therefore, rather as suggestions to our brethren at home, than as
criticisms upon the action of the Grand Lodges or brethren whose proceedings are
under review."
While he has not overstepped the limits thus set for himself, we are glad to see
that he has given himself more latitude than some of his predecessors.
Illinois receives appreciative and fraternal mention. Quoting from the opening
words of Grand Master Hawley's address, he says :
" The whole proceedings of the Grand Lodge witness the truth of these remarks
of the Grand Master, and show throughout the strength, vigour aud prosperity of
the Fraternity in Illinois.
" No one can read the report of the proceedings without noticing the regularity,
order and correctness with which they were conducted."
" Well earned and worthily worn," is his comment on the jewel presented to Past
Grand Master Cregier,
The report of this committee is kindly noticed.
The following, elicited by the Tennessee decision, relative to the burial of suicides,
sustains the views we have expressed in previous reports :
" It is a question upon which scientific authorities are not harmonious, but the bet-
ter (and certainly the more charitable) opinion seems to be, that the act of wilful
self-destruction is, of itself, the most persuasive evidence of insanity. Love of life
is the strongest instinct of the human mind. " Self-preservation is the first law of
nature." When this fundamental principle is violated by the act of suicide, the
presumption is almost conclusive that the reason was dethroned, and the man was
not a responsible being."
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CLXXV
Bro. MiTCHKi.i. consideis it an uiidi)uhted prerogative of the oftlce of Grand Mas-
ter that he may make a Mason at sight, though it is a conservative principle of
Masonic law that this prerogative should be exercised with great caution and only
under imperative circumstances : anent the Arkansas decision " that an entiy should
never be made, either on the petition or on the lodge books, of how a committee
reported," asks, " If the unfavorable report of a committee is equivalent to rejection,
and that is a fact of future importance to the candidate, should there not be some
record made of it;" to which we should say that even if it were held that a candi-
date could be rejected without a ballot (which we do not admit,) the record might
show rejection withot detailing the method; but in this jurisdiction, where the same
provision is made a part of our By-Laws, candidates must be rejected by the lodge,
and not by a committee : indulges in some deprecatoiy remarks relative to the action
of Grand Lodges that for a time severed fraternal relations with Canada; which
leads us to ask (the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania, having on Bro. Mitchell's
motion recognized the Grand Lodge of Quebec) what his Grand Lodge would do
if to-morrow some other Grand Lodge should plant lodges within that Province :
has always supposed — -and we have shared the supposition — " that the proper appel-
lation of the Society of Freemasons was Fraternity" — certainly not "Order"':
endorses the District of Columbia resolution relative to mixed funerals : maintains
thai without some positive grant of authority from the Grand Lodge, a lodge cannot
confer the right to advance its Entered Apprentices and Fellow Crafts upon another
lodge ; and sees no good reason why an apprentice should not be allowed to resign
and get his dimit according to his degree : thinks that while the prevalence of the
vice of drunkenness calls loudly on all good men to join in an effort for reform, yet
that cannot be a sufficient reason for importing into Masonry an entirely novel feature,
which.it never before possessed, and turning a Masonic Lodge into a total abstinence
society : properly denies the right of peremptory objection to the advancement of a
brother, saying with terseness and force, "An apprentice who has served his lawful
time is entitled to earn Craftsman's wages, or know the reasons why not" : punc-
tures we know not how many bubbles by the remark that if a thing is not Masonic
according to ancient usage, then it is not Masonic at all : " advises in reference to
non-affiliates, " Let them severely alone " : puts a volume into a sentence when he
says, " If you want to get and keep good men in your lodge, you must keep bad
ones out; " and thus indulges in what may be fairly called practical preaching :
" But there is in this connection a practical duty which Masons owe to themselves
and to their Fraternity. Never to allow an immoral or unfit person to be put in
such an official station that he will be recognized either in or out of the body of
Masonry as a representative man. For although it is unfair to judge harshly of the
Masonic institution, or of any institution, by the inconsistent lives of some of its
members, it is not imreasonable that it should be judged of by the chosen repre-
sentatives it puts forward. It is a matter of the first importance to the prosperity,
even to the very existence of Freemasonry, that no man should be brought into prom-
inence whose reputation in the community among whom he lives is not free from
stain of every kind. What a mockery it must seem, and is, to place a man in the
position of Master of a Lodge of Masons, who lives, day by day, in open violation
of the plainest teachings of the Masonic standards."
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We copy from his " Conclusion : "
"To our brethren on Corresponding Committees in other jurisdictions we offer
our respectful salutations. The favor of the Grand Master in appointing us to this
duty has entitled us to become candidates for membership in the Mutual Admiration
Society. For this honor, we profess to have one important qualification ; we are
capable of appreciating and admiring the elegant productions appended to the Grand
Lodge proceedings of so many jurisdictions. Where there is so much which de-
serves to be admired, and the admiration is hearty and sincere, it is an association to
be proud of."
The test after all, is — as the name implies — that the admiration shall be mutual.
The ballot is clear.
QUEBEC.
The pamphlet before us contains the records of the emergent meeting, held at
Montreal, Jan. 6, 1874, when the committee was appointed whose conference with
a like commtttee from the Grand Lodge of Canada, resulted in the happy settle-
ment of the then pending differences, and whose report we published in our re-
view of Quebec last year ; also, the records of the annual meeting, held at Mont-
real, Sept. 23d, 1874.
When the Grand Lodge had been opened, the acting Grand Secretary (the Grand
Secretary, Bro. Isaacson, being absent, in England,) reported the presence of the
delegates representing the lodges in the jurisdiction, lately under the Registry of the
Grand Lodge of Canada, waiting in the ante-chamber, to be received into afiiliation
with the Grand Lodge of Quebec, in accordance with the terms of agreement ar-
ranged by the Joint Conference Committee. After being duly enrolled by the Com-
mittee on Credentials, they were introduced, and formally received and welcomed by
Grand Master Graham, and were seated amidst the applause and approbation of the
assembled brethren.
The acting Grand Secretary, Bro. Alex. Murray, here presented his credentials
as the Representative of the Grand Lodge of Canada, and was enthusiastically re-
ceived.
Very appropriate was the dignified and reverent language of Grand Master Gra-
ham, in opening his address :
" Brethren — This day becomes memorable in the annals of Freemasomy in the
Province of Quebec.
Seven years' discussion of constitutional principles is ended.
All differences hitherto existing between the M. W. the Grand Lodge of Canada,
and this Grand Body, have been happily adjusted.
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furisdiction within our tei ritoiy has been formally withdrawn — due recognition
has been most fraternally extended to us ; — our Grand Representative, M. W. Bro.
T. D. Harrington, has been most honorably and heartily received, — the consum-
mation of all which this day, and the honorable and perfect union now most harmo-
niously effected between the daughter lodges of " Canada " in this jurisdiction, and
this Grand Lodge is, I am sure, a source of profound satisfaction and deep, heart-
felt joy to every one of you ; and to every true Mason of whatever Registry he may
hitherto have been ; — and I am confident that this will prove to be the beginning of
a new era of prosperity to the Craft throughout the entire Province, and will be a
cause of unusual rejoicing throughout the Masonic World.
"All thanks are due to the able and prudent brethren in both the Grand Lodges
of Canada and (^)uebec, — who officially or otherwise have so earnestly and efficiently
labored to bring about this most desirable end. May they long to see the blessed
fruits of their good work. May one and all put out of sight and out of mind all
past differences ; — and each strive to excel in that noblest of emulation of who can
best work and best agree, so that our symbolic temple may be erected, harmoniously
and successfully and in the perfection of beauty, to the honor and glory of the Great
Architect of the Universe. So mote it be."
The Grand Master detailed some incidents of a trip to England and to Scotland,
the land of his birth, where he was most cordially received by the Masonic author-
ities.
He referred to the fact that just four score years previous, the first Provincial
Cirand Master of Lower Canada had left Quebec, after a residence of about two and
one half years. This was the Duke of Kent, !he father of the present Queen.
He recommended a " Historical Committee," that the facts relative to the Pro
vincial Grand Lodge above named, and those of Quebec and Three Rivers, and
Montreal and William Henry, might be collected while they were still accessible ;
and the Grand Lodge seconded the proposition.
Of the reported responsibility of brethren outside the Province, for the inaugura-
tion of the movement resulting in the formation of the Grand Lodge of Quebec, he
says :
" 1 deem it an act of simple justice to several eminent brethren in other jurisdic-
tions, who have been spoken of as inciting the Grand Lodge of Quebec movement,
or by adverse advice retarding the settlement of our differences with the Grand
Lodge of Canada, to state once for all that the formation of the Grand Lodge of
Quebec was a movement having its origin wholly amongst ourselves, and to us
alone belongs the praise or blame. The first intimation known by me to have been
given to any brethren not of our jurisdiction, was a fraternal invitation to two Past
Grand Masters to instal the first Grand Officers of this Grand Body. Nor am I
aware that any such brethren ever expressed a desire other than that they would be
rejoiced at an early, constitutional settlement of all our differences.
" We are indeed greatly indebted to many eminent brethren abroad for their able
advocacy of our cause, and for their kindly, fraternal support extended to this Grand
Lodge, which we deem it a pleasure thus formally and gratefully to acknowledge."
He made appropriate reference to the death of Grand Secretary Harris, of the
Grand Lodge of Canada; of Bro. Wiswell, one of the District Deputies of the
Grand Lodge of Quebec, and of Past Grand Master, John H. Lynde, of Maine ;
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urged the importance of securing greater uniformity of ritual ; paid a merited com-
pliment to Grand Secretary Isaacson ; and reported two dispensations issued for
new lodges.
Subsequently, the Grand Master reviewed briefly the history of the Grand Lodge,
its present happy position, and announced his retirement from the oftice he has so
long and ably filled.
The question whether a blank ballot, cast in the election of officers, should be
counted, came up on an appeal from the ruling of a Master ofa lodge that it should,
gave rise to a long discussion, and was finally settled adversely to the Master's
ruling, by a vote of 58 to 40. We ask the privilege of recording our vote with the
minority.
The Grand Chaplain, Bro. H. W. Nye, delivered the usual Annual Address, brief
and otherwise excellent.
Upon the intimation of the Grand Master of a general desire to hear from some of
the distinguished brethren who, for the first time, participated with them in the bus-
iness of the Grand Lodge, Past Deputy Grand Master and Brevet Past Grand
Master of the Grand Lodge of Canada, Bro. Thomas White, Jr., addressed the
Grand Lodge, followed by Bro. James O'Halloran. The speeches were received
with great enthusiasm, and the occasion must have been one of profound pleasure.
The acquisition of brethren of such ability will be a great gain to the already able
corps of workers of the Grand Lodge of Quebec. The new element was gracefully
recognized in the election when the position of Deputy Grand Master was conferred
on Bro. O'Halloran. James Dunb.\r, of Quebec, was elected Grand Master;
John H. Isaacson, Montreal, re-elected Grand Secretary.
The dowry of four thousand dollars, which the lodges lately^ on the Canadian
Registry brought with them from their mother Grand Lodge, was, by the unanimou^
resolution of those lodges presented to the Grand Lodge of Quebec as a nucleus for
a Benevolent Fund, another pleasing evidence of the thoroughness of the reconcilia-
tion.
Two charters were granted.
The Chairman of the Committee on Foreign Correspondence, the acting Grand
Secretary, presented the report of the committee and it was ordered to be published,
but the Board of General Purposes sat down upon it, and in its place we find the
following :
" The Report of the Committee on Foreign Correspondence (referred to on page
29,) being incomplete, several of the proceedings of other Grand Lodges not having
been reviewed, the Board of General Purposes has recommended that it be not pub-
lished in its unfinished state."'
Thus one after another of the shoots in this direction are by the elements
untimely nipped — first by fire, and now by the ubiquitous Board ; when the perfected
flower does come, it ought to be the blossom of the century.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CLXXIX
RJTODE ISLAND.
From the Providence Flanlalions comes an elegantly arranged and printed volume
of one hundred pages, adorned with a steel portrait of Past Grand Master Thomas A.
Doyle, a glance at which at once lets out the secret of the popularity of the man
and the Mason.
Four communications were held during the year :
Festival Communication, held at Providence, June 24, 1873. The committee
appointed to make arrangements for the celebration had taken no action, the festive
clams were still disporting themselves in their native sands, and the (irand Lodge
closed.
Special Communications June 26, 1S73, ^^ Pawtucket, when Barney Merry Lodge
No. 29, was constituted.
Semi-annual Communication, Providence, Nov. 17, 1873.
Past Grand Master Ballou, to whom the Louisiana circular relative to the action
of the Grand Orient of France (and other papers relating to the same subject) had
been referred, presented a report, in which the Kentucky report on the same subject
is laid under contribution, fully sustaining the right of the Grand Lodge of Louisi-
ana to exclusive jurisdiction over her own territory, which was received and post-
poned until the Annual Communication.
Annual Communication, Providence, May iS, 1874.
The following from the report of the Grand Secretary, indicates a condition of
things whereat the champion " processionist " of Indiana rhight stand aghast :
" 1 here wish to call your attention to the time necessary in most of the lodges
to receive the three degrees. Ten years ago no one thought of conferring the second
and third degrees sooner than four weeks from the time of receiving the first and
second, and what was then the rule is now the exception. Two degrees in one night
are as often given almost as one, and three degrees in two successive nights is of fre-
quent occurrence. This leads to the query, can a man make suitable proficiency in
the preceding degree in fifteen minutes ? We can profitably follow the laws of many
jurisdictions, who require that a satisfactory examination in open lodge shall furnish
the evidence of proficiency, and right of advancement."
From the same report we learn that like California, Iowa, New Vork, and some
other jurisdictions, Rhode Island has probably a larger collection of Grand Lodge
Proceedings than is possessed by any library in the country. Next !
Under the head of the Committee on Grand Officer's Reports, whose functions, in
practice, seem to be about equivalent to those of the Boards of General Purposes,
which exist among tfur neighbors of the Dominion, the Grand Lodge declared void"
a decision of 1863, (Ballou) requiring a unanimous ballot to restore from indefinite
suspension, and declared the decision of 1872, (Doyle) that a two-thirds vote may
restore, to be the law ; ordered a reprint of the proceedings from its organization to
i860, contingent on sufficient advance patronage to secure it from a net expense of
more than one hundred dollars ; and disapproved of the decision of 1872, (Morton)
that by signing a petition for a dispensation for a new lodge, a brother asks his own
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lodge for a suspension of membership therein, and that by recommending that peti-
tion his lodge consents to that suspension ; and also of the decision of the same year,
that " no lodge has the right to contribute to the relief of any of its distressed mem-
bers while such members are sojourning within the jurisdiction of another lodge
unless the consent of such lodge is first obtained."
The address of Grand Master Van Slyck refers to few matters not connected
directly with the administration of his office. He regrets that the needful legisla-
tion already had has not yet given them a home of their own — a Masonic Temple.
The difficulty is the lack of money. There is wealth enough among Masons, but
not enough in Masonic bodies. Continuing this subject, he says :
" There is in this jurisdiction a very general feeling that the only contribution one
should be required to make for Masonry, is such as was, or is, made at the time
of receiving the degrees; that from that time forward, the Mason, his widow and
orphans, are entitled to all the rights and privileges incident to such membership,
including charity to the amount of necessity, as well as the right to Masonic burial.
" This feeling has thus far prevented any subordinate lodge from adopting any by
law compelling contribution to its support beyond those referring to the reception of
the degrees. The result has been, and now is, that the pecuniary prosperity of the
lodge depends upon the amount of work, as it is called, that is done — that is, upon
the increase of membership.
" How frequently is it true that the expense attending the ' making the Mason
absorbs the initiation fees !
" There are evils attending this system which will not be elaborated at this time,
not the least of which is the bringing undesirable men into the Order, and for no
other reason than a desire, or it may be a necessity, to pay the running expenses of
the lodge."
So ! We should like to inquire of the Most Worshipful, the Grand Master, if he
is prepared to admit, as his argument would imply, that the personnel of the Fra-
ternity in Rhode Island is inferior to that in other States where the system of fixed
dues prevails ?
He further says :
" We shall not occupy that place in the community that we ought until this
feeling is changed — until there is a love for Masonry implanted in our breasts
that shall prompt in us a willingness to contribute to its proper support. We all pro-
fess that love, and our prayer is that that profession may be certified in the future by
our action."
Here the Grand Master hits the nail on the head as to what is necessarj' in order
that Masonry shall occupy its rightful place ; but we do not see the connection be-
tween this and the establishment of a compulsory system of fixed dues, the absence
of which he complains of, but which we cannot help regarding as an honor to the
constituent lodges of Rhode Island. A willingness to contribute to the proper sup-
port of Masonry is the one thing needful ; but this should not be confounded, as he
seems to do, with that vicarious liberality which is willing to compel a brother to
pay a certain sum that he can ill afford, in order that we may escape with a like
contribution which to us is a bagatelle.
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He thinks that if another than their present policy had prevailed, they would have
been in a condition to have built a Temple long ago, and as his recommendation for
a per capita assessment on the lodges, to be a loan to the Grand Lodge for building
purposes, and for which they are to receive an equivalent in stock in the new temple,
secured endorsement from the committee on Grand Officers' Reports and was sent
to a committee to report a plan, it is possible that the lodges which have so long
been contented with the primitive methods of Masonry, may soon find themselves,
in the full enjoyment of the modern methods of taxation, with all its attendant
blessings.
From the six decisions reported by the Grand Master, we select four :
" 2d. That a subordinate lodge having duly received a petition for the degrees
and rejected it, retains jurisdiction over the petitioner until released by such lodge to
some other subordinate lodge in this jurisdiction, if such petitioner continues to
reside within the jurisdiction of this Grand Lodge; if said petitioner moves from
and resides out of such jurisdiction, until said lodge with the consent of the Grand
Master or the Grand Lodge, shall release it to such other Grand Lodge jurisdiction
wherein he resides.
"3d. That subordinate lodges in this jurisdiction can only release jurisdiction
inter sese, and are incompetent to release State jurisdiction.
"' 5th. The Master of a lodge cannot supersede a Warden by appointing a dep-
uty to preside over the lodge in the Master's absence — such power is only in the
Grand Master or Grand Lodge.
"6th. No subordinate lodge can act upon an application for release of jurisdic-
tion over a rejected candidate until after six months from date of rejection; or, in
r>ther words, the same time must elapse before a lodge can authorize another lodge
lo receive a petition for the degrees of Freemasonry as must elapse in order to be
competent to receive the petition itself."
We dissent from No. 2, holding No. 3 to be correct if it refers, as unless it is a
repetition of No. 2, it must, to residents who have never applied for initiation, so-
journing in other States.
So long as one is a resident of a Grand Lodge jurisdiction, all the lodges have a
possible interest in him, which the lodge within whose territory he resides for the
lime being may not give away without the common consent, given by the Grand
Master, or Grand Lodge; if he remove from the State this possible interest ceases
absolutely, and on the instant of his removal it is as if it never existed. If, however,
before his removal, he petitions a lodge, the possible interest of all the other lodges
ceases at once, and entire jurisdiction is vested in the lodge petitioned, to be waived
or not at its sole pleasure upon his removal from its territory, whether within or
without the State. The possible claim of sister lodges having already been lost,
they have nothing left to give.
The power which in No. 5 is held to reside in the Grand Master or Grand Lodge,
we hold to be in the Grand Master alone, and in him only in the sense that the dep-
uty thus appointed, being the pi-oxy of the Grand Master, would have to be respected
as if he were the Grand Master in person. Only in his presence could the War-
den's right of succession be held in abeyance; not then alienated.
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The Grand Master announced the death of Worshipfiil Brethren SAMUEL Lewis
and Sydney B. Smith, and referred also in eloquent terms to the decease of Past
Grand Master Randall, of Massachusetts, at the time of his death. Grand Orator
of Colorado, who was a native of, and was made a Mason in Rhode Island ; and
reports harmony and good fellowship prevailing throughout the jurisdiction. His
correct quotation of Bryant, in conclusion, will come like a poultice to the feelings
of Bro. Taylor, of Nevada, lacerated by a brother less fortunate in his rendering.
Nicholas Van Slyck, Grand Master; Edwin Baker (care of Henry Baker &
Son), Grand Secretary, both of Providence, were re-elected.
Not only does the Grand Lodge fail to furnish reports on Foreign Correspondence,
but sternly sets its face against such correspondence on the part of its constituents ;
it was ordered :
" That no subordinate lodge shall hold official correspondence with any lodge
without this jurisdiction, unless the consent of the M. W. Grand Master be first ob-
tained."
One of the most brilliant men in Illinois once said to us : " Did you ever ne-
glect your mail for a week ? It's surprising to see how much of it will answer itself."
Rhode Island seems to have got an inkling of this idea, the Committee on Canada
vs. Quebec reporting verbally that as those Grand Lodges had amicably arranged
their difficulties, there seemed to be no work for them in the premises. Action on
the report on France vs. Louisiana was deferred to the next semi-annual communi-
cation, but the prospect of a like happy ending is not flattering.
SOUTH CAROLINA.
This volume opens with the record of a special communication held at Charles-
ton, Oct. 28, 1874, for the burial of the Grand Secretary, Past Grand Master B.
Rush Campbell. We had learned to admire him through his reports on Corres-
pondence, papers which must have been strongly marked with his personality, for
from them we had conceived a character to which the eloquent eulogium of Past
Grand Master BuisT would well apply :
" He was true and unwavering in his friendships. This was the strong point in
his character.
" In him there was no artifice, no dissimulation; but when he pledged the token
of his confidence, it was preserved with a fidelity constant and devoted.
"And they who suppose that such men are often to be found, and that in the battle
of life we will always meet those who are ready to raise up, rather than eager to pull
down, will drink of the cup of disappointment.
GRAND LODGE OK ILLINOIS. CLXXXIll
"And when, in the pilgrimage through which we pass, wc meet one who, like the
deceased, will, in spite of the detraction of his fellows, the frowns and sneers of
the envious, and the changing scenes in life's drama, adhere to his friends, and cling
to them with an undeviating constancy, such a man is to be treasured as a jewel
inappreciable in value, and pure beyond compare.
" Truly the lesson of this life is a lofty one. The time will always come when
the true character of every man will be recognized, and when the high natures which
have arisen above the ordinary level of mankind, and are entitled to their gratitude
and honor, will be appreciated."
"And here, in this presence, and surrounded by those who were so well beloved
by our departed brother, we tenderly lay him down, and as the grave closes over
him,* we echo that strain of lofty and tender lament in which the Roman historian
bewails his friend : " Si quis piorum manil'us locas, si tit sapietttihus placet non ctan
corpore exstinquuntur anima: tnagna: placide quiescasr
The Annual Communication was held at Charleston, Dec. 8, 1874.
The address of Grand Master Kershaw is brief but comprehensive. Alluding
in eloquent terms to the fraternal dead, he passes to the condition of the Craft, whose
progress he reports as encouraging as manifested in the increase of membership, and
the number of applications for new lodges for which he had granted thirteen dispen-
sations. He submitted his credentials as representative of the Grand Lodge of the
Indian Territory, for which body he asked, and to which the Grand Lodge accorded
recognition.
He had made many decisions, hut upon reviewing them, found none that would
be valuable as a contribution to the already voluminous collections of jurisprudence.
In closing, he announced his retirement from office.
The report of the Grand Secretary, shows that over five hundred dollars was con-
tributed to the brethren of Louisiana.
Thirteen lodges were chartered ; an appropriation made for the Charleston
Masonic Board of Relief: the Constitutional amendment embodying substantially
the Maine law regarding non-affiliates, rejected; the action of the Grand Master in
appointing a Grand Secretary pro tern., on the death of Bro. Campbell, confirmed,
and a large amount of local business transacted.
James A. Hoyt, of Anderson, was elected Grand Master; Charles Inglksby.
Charleston, Grand Secretai-y.
A District Deputy reported the staying of the progress of a maimed Entered
Apprentice, but before notice reached the lodge, the second degree had been con-
ferred on him. He recommended that the lodge be allowed to raise the brother to
the third degree, for the following reasons :
" 1st. He will be done a great injustice, after, without any fault on his part, having
received two degrees, to be stopped, being in the same condition as when initiated.
Thus regarded, his case need not be a precedent for initiating one maimed.
" 2d. It is carrying the rules of operative Masonry too far, as applied to speculative
Masonry, to refuse light to one in every respect qualified quoad speculative Masonry .
He is a perfect man in every respect, except one of his legs. This is perfect in
appearance, being a "Ely's Anatomical Leg," and only causes a limp in his walk.
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He can take any step, or assume any posture required. Why then can he not he
regarded as a perfect man quoad speculative Masonry ?
"3d. He was not of age until the 28th of September, 1S61. The war was then
in progress, and he a volunteer. He lost his leg in battle, i6th December, 1863.
Hence, it was impracticable for him to have applied before he lost his leg, as there
were very few lodges in camp. Now, he lost his leg in the service of his country.
And are'-K/^ to discourage patriotism by placing this penalty upon sacrifices to one's
country. It ought to be the rule in ' all well regulated institutions, and more
especially this of Masonry,' to require of its members nothing inconsistent with the
duties we owe our God, our country, or our family. This exclusion by us is incon-
sistent with the duty we owe our country."
This logic was lost on the Committee on Jurisprudence, who emphatically differed
with him in his conclusions and his recommendations, as being contrary, not only to
general Masonic usage, but against the well-settled law of the jurisdiction, fully and
recently defined. They emphasized their dissent by recommending a vote of censure
on the Master and brethren of the guilty lodge, to which the Grand Lodge very
properly agreed.
The Report on Correspondence (pp. 71), a concise review of the proceedings of
thirty-seven American Grand Lodges, is from the pen of the Grand Secretary, Bro.
Ch.\rles Inglesby. It is a very creditable report, notwithstanding the work of
almost a year, in the Grand Secretary's office, including the report, was crowded into
a little over a month, owing to the illness and death of his predecessor.
The proceedings of Illinois were not among those found in the Grand Secretary's
office, and are therefore not noticed.
Bro. Inglesby dissents from the latter part of the Alabama decision that " a
brother deserting his family and leaving them penniless, acts unworthily, and for-
feits his claims as a Mason, but his act does not necessarily destroy the claims of his
wife and children upon our charities," on the ground that any act which forfeits a
Mason's claim, must necessarily forfeit the claims of those who can only claim
through him; but in this we think he overlooks the important factor that the fuga-
cious brother has not been adjudged guilty ; he thinks constituent lodges possess the
power to grant new trials, while we think the only recourse is by appeal ; deprecates
unnecessary public Masonic ceremonies and displays ; holds that a petition, once
read, cannot be withdrawn, with which we agree if it has also been received ; is
opposed to dispensations for conferring degrees out of time ; likes the Nebraska
style of dealing with lotteries called " Masonic;" dissents, as we have so often done,
from the doctrine that suicides should not receive Masonic burial ; and closes his
concluding aspiration for continued harmony with a well chosen selection:
' ' Peace on the whirring marts.
Peace where the scholar thinks, the hunter roams,
Peace, God of Peace! peace, peace in all our homes,
And peace in all our hearts ! "
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TENNESSEE.
Tlic (iraiid Lodge iiiel at Nashville, Nov. 9, 1874.
The address of Grand Master Richardson is an exeeilent paper, devoid of all
superfluous matter. Peace and harmony prevailed throughout the jurisdiction. He
announced the death of Past Grand Master Saisiuel McManus, who occupied the
Grand East in 1838-39. From a synopsis of the eulogy on his life and character,
delivered by Bro. Andrew J. Wheeler, before a lodge of sorrow, held on the
evening of the third day of the session — a paper deserving of all praise for the
unvarnished honesty with which its subject is treated — we get an idea of a strong
and somewhat rugged character, opinionated and belligerent, of rare honesty and
devotedness, compelling admiration even when he went wrong, giving a life of ener-
getic lal)orto Masonry. He was upwards of eighty at his death.
The Grand Master while deprecating the too rapid increase of lodges, squared his
practice to his preaching, rejecting a majority of the applications for dispensations there-
for, granting only six. He had tendered the good offices of Tennessee in mediating
between the Grand Lodges of Canada and Quebec, but before his communications
reached their destination, those bodies had amicably adjusted their difificulties.
Among the few decisions reported is one to the effect that the regulation of lodge
dues is an inherent power of a constituent lodge.
Believing that necessity, or at least, convenience, demanded it, he had appointed
a committee to prepare Rules of Order for the government of the Grand Lodge. The
committee reported a concise but comprehensive code, from reading which, no one
would divine that it was prepared for a Masonic body, but for the fact that the words
" Grand Master " and " Grand Lodge " occur in it. There is no hint of any jiower
in the Grand Master to regulate or terminate debate, beyond, or differing from, that
lodged in the presiding officer of any deliberative bodv.
Sixteen charters were granted, and one lodge continued under dispensation; three
petitions for dispensations refused, and thirteen favorably recommended to the Grand
Master.
Twenty-one cases occupied the attention of the Committee on Appeals, whose
work was very thoroughly done.
One lodge tallied its judgments as it went through a case, but the committee
properly dissented. They say :
" The record shows that the accused was found guilty on the first specification, and
suspended twelve months therefor. It also shows he was found guilty of the charge
in the second specification, and expelled therefor. It was proper to find guilty of
both specifications if the proof justified it (which we think it did). It was error to
inflict punishment seiiarately upon each specification in the charge. The punish-
ment should be inflicted upon all the specifications as a whole. We, therefore, reconi^
mend that the case be remanded for a new trial, on account of above irregularities.
One can't help speculating as to the probable course of the lodge if there had been
a judgment of guilty on a third specification.
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The Committee on Jurisprudence reported the Revised Edicts, and they were
adopted. We make some selections, showing the position of Tennessee on questions
of general interest :
7. " Lodges shall not make a Mason of a man who has not resided within their
jurisdiction two years, unless he produce a certificate of good character from the
lodge nearest his former place of residence ; and the lodge giving such certificate, if
the vote is not unanimous, shall give the number of votes for and against the appli-
cant ; nor shall they make a Mason of a man who is physically or mentally incapa-
ble of earning a livelihood, and of receiving and imparting the ritual of Masonry.
12. " Lodges possess the inherent right of suspending and expelling any of their
members for unmasonic conduct, or a violation of its rules or by-laws, and of restor
ing them.
15. "Lodges shall not ask for aid outside their jurisdiction without the consent
of the Grand Master.
18. " No lodge hereafter created, either by Dispensation or Charter, shall bear
the name of any living person.
21. " The W. Master, Senior or Junior Warden, are required to deliver one of
the three lectures at least once in each month in open lodge, and show by their min-
utes by whom and at what time delivered.
23. " Petitions to the Grand Lodge or Grand Master in the recess, for a new trial,
may be granted in favor of or against a member of a subordinate lodge, who has
been tried and convicted or acquitted by said lodge, upon the discovery of new evi-
dence or other good cause."
Four of the old edicts, aimed at drunkenness, profanity, slander, and gambling,
were ordered to be republished, with a special recommendation to the lodges not to
tolerate such practices.
On the subject of dimits, the following was adopted :
"Application for dimits must be made at a stated meeting of the lodge, and shall
be granted, if all dues are paid, and no charges have been preferred or time asked to
prefer the same."
The following, from the Committee on Jurisprudence, was adopted :
Question l. " Has a non-affiliated Mason rights of sufficient importance in a lodge
to object to a candidate being initiated, and his objections hold good?
Answer. " Non-affiliates have no rights in a lodge, only as accorded by the Mas-
ter and members ; his objections can be heard, and after hearing, the lodge can
determine by a ballot, upon the petition, whether objections are sufficient to prevent
the petitioner from receiving the degree.
Question 2. " Can a brother who has received the degrees of E. A. and F. C,
with the two middle fingers off the right hand, receive the Master's degree ?
Answer. " We think he can."
Andrew J. Wheeler, of Memphis, was elected Grand Master : John Frizzell,
Nashville, Grand Secretary, re elected.
On account of the condition of the treasury, the re-publication of the proceedings
was suspended for the present.
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There is no Report on Correspondence, and no committee appointed for the ensu
ing year.
The address of the Grand Orator, Bro. N. W. McConnell, is published with the
proceedings. lie accepts the theory of the Solomonic origin of Masonry with the
most delightful abandon, and gravely illustrates a point by repeating the story ot
how St. John, the Evangelist, became Grand Master when he was upwards of ninety,
and more of the same sort. It seems to us that the time ought to have arrived when
these palpable fictions should cease to be made the staple of Masonic addresses.
This story of the two Saints John did not begin to have an existence until about the
year 1720, and it was not until the beginning of the present century that it grew into
the shape in which the Evangelist is represented as having been Grand Master of
Masons (some seventeen centuries before such an office was known) : yet it is now
used to show that God had a special design in permitting Masonry to be established,
and the fact of John's Grand Mastership as an evidence that He allied Masonry with
Christianity I
TEXAS.
The Grand Lodge met at Houston, June 2, 1875.
The address of Grand Master Bonner, which occupies twenty pages of the Pro-
ceedings, is devoted wholly to the affairs of his own jurisdiction. The abstract which
he gives of the reports of the District Deputies, warrants the conclusion that with
here and there an exception, harmony, peace, and a fair degree of prosperity prevails
in the lodges. The Grand Master has a vein of humor in his composition. Allud-
ing to a lodge which had initiated a man who had lost an arm, he says :
"As is usual in such cases, the excuse rendered is that the applicant was a " perfect
gentleman" in every respect, except the want of an arm. In some localities the
ancient regulation, that the candidate " shall be a perfect youth, having no maim or
defect in his body," is sadly disregarded. It not unfrequentiy happens that the ques-
tion is apparently ignored until the degrees are conferred. By the way of palliation,
we are then invariably assured that the candidate is a man whose moral character
and standing is beyond reproach; in fact, we are sometimes induced to believe that
the misfortune of being maimed always happens to the best men only."
And of a brother who was Treasurer of a lodge whose charter was arrested, and
who refused to deliver up the property of the lodge, including the charter and bible,
(on which he claimed a lien for rent of building,) he remarks that in the midst of
his seeming perverseness, " it is refreshing to know that he places some value on the
bible."
He had issued thirteen dispensations for new lodges, and we find on reference to
the report of the Deputy Grand Master, that that officer had issued seven more. Of
the tendency to multiply lodges, he says :
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" While I believe it proper to organize new lodges, in places where necessity
demands it, still I think that no Dispensation or Charter should be granted unless
there be enough members at the outset to make an active, ' live,' working lodge.
It often happens that one or two zealous Masons take the lead in the formation of a
new lodge in some small village, and control and keep it up for a few years ; then,
either by death or removal, cease their connection with it, and no members are left
with sufficient zeal or administrative ability to conduct it. Seventy of the lodges
chartered by the Grand Lodge of Texas have demised, and many of them, doubt-
less, for reasons above named. 1 repeat the suggestion made by Grand Master
Miller, that lodges with few members and limited finances, often admit unworthy
men, looking rather to tVie increase of funds than the fitness of material."
At his suggestion the Grand Lodge passed a rule requiring not less ihan fifteen
signers to a petition for a new lodge.
The resolution forbidding the renting of Masonic halls for any other than Masonic
purposes, had created dissatisfaction, but he believed that in the end it would prove
to be wise and beneficial. The question of its repeal came up during the session,
and a report of the Committee on Jurisprudence, adverse to such action, was, after
thorough discussion, laid on the table by a vote of 45 to 39, at which stage of the
proceedings the cjuestion went over until next year, the attention of (lie lodges to
be called to the subject.
On the subject next to be noticed, we will let the Grand Master tell his own
story, as he has doubtless made what he considers the best possible showing of excuse
for his course :
" R. W. A. J. Rose, D. D. G. M. Eleventh District, advised me that he was
informed that the W. M. of Little River Academy Lodge denied the divine authen-
ticity of the Bible, and asked me what should be done in the event his information
proved true. I directed him to make due and full investigation, and if he found the
fact to exist as stated, to suspend the W. M. from the performance of his duties, and
place the lodge in charge of the Senior Warden. Bro. Rose performed this deli-
cate task, and from the lips of the W. M. himself, found the statement to be correct,
and the instructions which I gave were fully carried out. I do not know that my
action in this matter will meet with your approval. 1 will say, however, that I was
o^uided by what I conceived to be the policy of the Grand Lodge, as expressed in
the resolution bearing on this subject. The question of a belief in the divine authen-
ticity of the Bible, as a pre-requisite to admission in a lodge, was ably and exhaust-
ively discussed by Grand Master Sexton, in his address in 1857, and led to the
adoption of our resolution. No. 95. To my mind, there is a total repugnance in
requirint^ the candidate to declare his belief in the divine authenticity ot the Bible,
and then be at once ushered into the presence of a Worshipful Master who denies
this indispensable pre-requisite, and receive the degrees from him. There is no inten-
tion on the part of the Grand Lodge to inculcate sectarianism ; on the contrary,
Masonry openly disclaims any purpose to interfere with the religious opinions of its
votaries; still, our institution is so intimately connected and interwoven with the
Bible itself, and that great book of books is so universally acknowledged by the
civilized world as the revealed will of God, that no man, in this country, at least,
should ever be made a Mason who icpudiates it, much less should lie lie permilted
to preside over a lodge.
" The Indian — who knows nothing of the Bible, and nothing of God, save as he
sees Him in the rolling sun, the changing moon or the twinkling stars— the Mahom-
medan and the Hindoo may all make good Masons in their respective localities ; but
in Texas, we seek no Masonic fellowship with any mail who denies a belief in the
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Divine authenticity of that book which we lake as the rule and guide for our
faith and practice, nor with him who repudiates that God, in whom we are early
taught, as Masons, to put our trust."
Of this the Committee on Grand C)fficers' Reports say, the Grand Lodge concur-
ring :
" They approve the action of the M. W. Grand Master in removing the W. M. of
a lodge for non-belief in the authenticity of the Holy Scriptures. The question as
to whether such belief is indispensable as a pre-requisite to initiation is not one for
discussion in this Grand Lodge at this day. It took ground at an early period in
favor of the position assumed by the M. W. Grand Master, and no endorsement of
ours can add to the force of the regulations heretofore adopted."
We confess our inability to understand the mental condition of the Grand Master,
when, in the face of this action, he says there is no intention on the part of the Grand
Lodge to inculcate sectarianism; for however openly Masonry may disclaim any
purpose to interfere with the religious opinions of its votaries, if words have any
value and there is any significance in acts, it is as clear as that two and two are
four, that the Grand Lodge which assumes to be the conservator of Masonry in
Texas, does so interfere. To our mind it is equally clear that this interference is in
palpable violation not only of the whole spirit of Masonry, but of the plain letter
of its law ; utterly subversive of the landmark concerning God and religion, upon
whose faithful observance, above all others, tne perpetuity of Masonry depends.
This landmark affords no more warrant for inquiring, either of a brother or a candi-
date, his opinion as to the authorship, authenticity, or inspiration of the Bible, than
as to the merits or demerits of the doctrine metempsychosi's or the dogma of the im-
maculate conception. It is exclusive as weli^^as inclusive, establishing one only test
— a belief in God — -and excluding all others ; and is designedly the palladium of
individual liberty in religious matters, recognizing not the duty of toleration, bul
the right of private judgment.
That the Grand Master felt this exclusive natureof the law, is shown by his nam-
ing those who deny the divine authenticity of the Bible with those who deny God,
in order to bring the former within the terms of the law against the latter; when, in
point of fact, it would be just as rational to infer their views as to God's being, from
their opinions as to the existence of an open Polar sea.
We see no logical alternative for the Grand Lodge of Texas, bul to inaugurate a
war of extermination against all Masons within its jurisdiction who do not subscribe
to its theology, and we are inclined to believe that such a course would work for
good in bringing the matter home to the lodges in such a shape that they would
appreciate the fatal effect upon Masonry of a denial of its fundamental guaranties.
The Grand Master had been repeatedly asked to grant authority to lodges to
engage in lotteries to enable them to build halls or pay off debts; his uniform refusal
will receive the general commendation it deserves, as will also his refusal to grant
a dispensation for authority to hold a public " Lodge of Sorrow " in memory of
members of a lodge, who had died at different times during a period extending back
for five years. We agree with him that to hold suck a public service in memory of
those who died years ago, quietly and peacefully at home, and whose remains were
deposited in the grave with the usiuil formalities of the Fraternity, would seem to
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partake to much of a desire to seek occasion for public display. In this connection
he mentions che prevalence of a custom in some of the lodges, of performing our
burial service at the grave of a brother weeks after his interment. He says :
"Although a brother may request Masonic burial, it frequently occurs that the
lodge is not called together for this, purpose, but arrangements are made for the cer-
emony to take place at some future day, when a large audience can be obtained, a
funeral sermon preached, and a great display be made. I know not what impression
this may make upon those outside of our Order, but to go to the grave of a brother
weeks or months after his interment, and perform our burial service over his covered
grave, has always impressed me as a perversion of one of our most sacred and sol-
emn ceremonies, especially when the ceremony might have been performed at the
time of his burial."
He recommends the repeal of the resolution of the previous year, forbidding the
publication of the reports of the Committee on Grievances and Appeals, thus sum
ming up his argument :
"The Grand Lodge is, to a Mason, what the highest court in the land is to a cit-
izen— 'the place of last resort — and he has the right to expect that its judgment will
be supported by reason, and, if possible, by precedent. But if our decisions in
important matters are not published, how shall we know that they are wise and just?
They become but mere traditions, and will often conflict. If published, uniformity
is thereby secured, and each case is not left to the arbitrary will of those by whom
it is tried."
The Grand Lodge concurred. Some time after he had issued a circular asking
aid for the destitute Masons of Kansas, he was informed by the Master of a lodge
at Austin, that funds had been contributed by his lodge, but the lodge having some
information that a negro lodge was at work in that city, claiming existence by virtue
of a charter from the Grand Lodge of Kansas, had directed him to withhold the
contribution until, by correspondence with the Grand Master, he could learn the
truth of the matter. The Grand Master promptly informed him that it could not be
true ; so there was no occasion to use upon the hungry brethren an argument so
well calculated to convince them of the error of their ways.
The Grand Master submitted fourteen decisions. He had held in cases where
parties had been suspended or expelled, and on appeal the Grand Lodge had re-
versed the cause for a new trial, that by such action, whether so specially stated or
not in the order of reversal, the party was restored to the same position he held
prior to trial — that is, a member of the lodge, under charges, and entitled to be
present at the new trial.
The Grand Lodge, under the lead of the Committee on Grand Officers' Reports,
dissented, and refused to so amend a standing resolution providing that such reversal
shall not entitle the party to membership, unless so specially ordered, as to make the
denial of membership the exception, instead of the rule, as recommended by him .
He decided also, that an elective officer of a lodge could not, after installation, join in
a petition for a charter for a new lodge, because by their law the right of such officer
to dimit is denied, and he could not be permitted to do indirectly, what is prohibited
directly : that a lodge could not assess a tax against its members for building pur-
poses, unless authorized by the provisions of its by-laws ; but if a resolution to
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assess such a tax had been unanimously passed, it was binding upon all who assented
to it, and that one who assented and afterwards refused to pay, if he was able, would
be liable to punishment therefor ; but whatever may be the apparent equities of the
case, we cannot see how the size of a majority can affect the question ; also, that as
Texas had never recognized any body o.' Masons in Mexico, persons claiming to have
been made Masons there, and desiring to affiliate in Texas, must receive the degrees
de novo ; that a ballot should not be postponed after the committee has reported ;
and that a refusal to waive personal jurisdiction is equivalent to a rejection, com-
pelling the applicant to wait two years, as after rejection on a petition for the de
grees, a conclusion to which we are not prepared to assent.
The Grand Master announced the death of Past Grand Master Peter W. Gray.
He was one of the giants of the Grand Lodge of Texas, had held many civil offices,
and died in the zenith of his mental powers, being only fifty-five years of age.
Grand Secretary Frizzell, of Tennessee, visited the Grand Lodge, having been
commissioned by his Grand Lodge to present to Past Grand Master Grafton, of
that jurisdiction, now a member of the Grand Lodge of Texas, a pure gold Past
Grand Master's jewel, voted him by the Grand Lodge he had so ably served.
Joseph D. Sayers, of Bastrop, was elected Grand Master; Geo. H. Bringhurst,
Houston, re-elected Grand Secretary.
The Grand Lodge of Wyoming was recognized; but, following the lead of Ark-
ansas, whence the constituents of the Grand Lodge of the Indian Territory were
derived, action on the question of recognizing the latter body was postponed.
The lodges were prohibited from charging an affiliation fee ; an elaborate system
for securing uniformity of work established, with a Grand Lecturer, to be paid
while at work at the same rate as the Grand Secretary, and four Deputy Grand
Lecturers at an annual salary of twelve hundred dollars each, for the support of
which a per capita tax of twenty-five cents was levied on the lodges ; fifteen charters
were granted to lodges U. D., and ten to new lodges outright; one refused and one
restored ; four dispensations withdrawn, and one revived ; a Past Grand Master's
jewel presented to the retiring Grand Master ; a rule adopted requiring communica-
tions from lodges to the Grand Master, involving questions of Masonic law or usage,
to be sent to the District Deputy of the district in which the lodge is situated, for
examination, and to be by him returned to the lodge, if it is found that such
question has been heretofore determined by the Grand Lodge; if not to be for-
warded by him to the Grand Master, with such information as he has gained, a
rule that will require a general brushing up of knowledge all round ; a Lodge of Sor-
row held in memory of Past Grand Master Gray, and some two hundred and
eighty others, deceased during the year, a custom of which we should prefer that
Grand Lodges would leave the inventors a monopoly ; and some forty cases of
grievances and appeals acted upon, in which the different sections of the famous
" Greivous Committee " did their work very thoroughly. We quote only from a
single case, involving two important points:
" Specification first: Making out a fraudulent and malicious account against a
brother Master Mason, to-wit : Bro. E. L. Trimble, and placing it in the hands of
an officer for collection.
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"Specification second: Quarrelling with, and fighting a brother Master Mason,
to-wit: Bro. E. L. Trimble.
" The first specification under this charge being purely pecuniary in its character,
and being repugnant to Edict No. 128 of this Grand Lodge, should not have been
entertained.
"The evidence bearing upon the second specification, as given in the trial, proves
clearly and emphatically, that Bro. E. L. Trimble was the aggressor, and that Bro.
Ira B. Dement was acting in self-defense in this case.
" We know of no law, either civil or Masonic, that condemns a man for defend-
ing his person against the assaults of another."
The Special Committee on Masonic Orphans' Agricultural and Mechanical Col-
lege, reported as the result of their inquiries that thirty-two lodges had signified a
willingness to submit to an annual tax, and an equal number were averse to it, while
all but two or three were in favor of the project. We do not understand, from the
record, whether the college feature is given up, but on the recommendation of the
committee the initiatory steps were taken to establish an " Orphan's Home."
The Report on Correspondence (pp. 77) reviews the proceedings of forty-three
American Grand Lodges, and embraces also a portion of the report of the New
York Committee on Foreign Grand Bodies. The review is from the practiced pen
of Bro. M. F. MoTT, who acknowledges valuable assistance from Bro. B. B. Rich-
ardson. Illinois receives appreciative notice. Bro. MoTT is soriy the prerogative
of the Grand Master to make Masons at sight is recognized in'our Constitution, and
hopes the time will soon come when it will not be. He says that dual membership
is not considered illegal and unjust in Texas, a large number of their oldest and
best brethren being members of and paying dues to two lodges at the same time ;
has always had the idea that when a candidate received the degrees in a regularly
constituted lodge, according to the established .usages and customs of the jurisdic-
tion under which it was working, and without any fault of his, that he thereby be-
came entitled to be received as a Mason, an idea which we share with him ; says
that a more orderly, law-abiding and peaceful people than the citizens of Texas,
and especially the Masons of Texas, are not to be found in this vast countiy; that
as a " citizen and a soldier " it is all right to honor the dead soldier, but not as a
Mason should such displays be encouraged, opposed as they are to the genius of the
institution, which is peace ; and in conclusion, says :
" We earnestly beseech the brethren everywhere to guard more closely the gates
of our Temple ; and admit none to enter because no positive evil can be said against
him ; but look to it that there is some good, being sure that where there is the germ
of good present, there is a prospect of its becoming a ripe [ilant under our fostering
care; for here alone of all the institutions of the earth is found the realization of the
poet's dream of a society of —
"Frepmen, equals all,
By reason swayed, self-govern'd, self-improved,
And the electric chain of public good
Twined round the private happiness of each."
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The Chairmanship of the Committee next year again falls to Bro. E. H. CuSHING,
whose failure to write the report this year having called forth the regrets of a
reviewer, Bro. Mott adds his own. We shall welcome the re-appearance of the
former as we did the latter, acknowledging ourselves in the predicament of old John
Gay —
' 'How happy could I be with either
Were t'other dear charmer away."
UTAH.
The Grand Lodge met at Salt Lake City, Nov. lo, 1874.
Grand Master COHN reports that notwithstanding the financial disturbance which
had swept over the country, and had probably affected Utah more than any other
portion of the Western country, the stagnation of business driving away some of
their best citizens and discouraging emigration, their numbers were steadily, though
slowly, increasing. Harmony had prevailed, and they had not suffered bereave-
ment. He, however, paused to refer to the fraternal dead of Nova Scotia, Maine
and Pennsylvania. One dispensation had been granted for a new lodge, located at
Ogden.
Referring to non-affiliates, he sensibly says :
" To a great extent the remedy to diminish non-afliliates lies with the lodges, and
notably with the principal officers thereof. Avoid quarrels and dissensions. Officers
of lodges should be exemplary men, respected in the community, and make the
lodge meetings interesting to the visiting brother. Do not accept every petitioner
for degrees as a matter of course ; let none enter but those that are worthy and well
qualified. Do this and you will see that your petitions for affiliation will be on the
increase,"
Still he wanted to see the whole matter referred for legislation, and reported that
he had instructed the Grand Secretary to find out how many unaffiliated Masons
there were in the Territory. That officer reported his methods and its results. He
furnished the Secretaries with the blanks for this census, with the request that they
send them to all known Masons (not members of their lodges) within their respective
jurisdictions. The first circular embraced the questions whether the party addressed
was a Master Mason ; a contributing member of some lodge ; its name, number, lo-
cation, and by whom chartered ; and if non-affiliated, when he dimitted. If the
answer to the first showed him to be a contributing member of some lodge, the
matter rested ; if unaffiliated, a second circular was sent, requesting him to join a
lodge in Utah, if he purposed remaining there. We give the gist of the Grand
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Secretary's report, premising that the total membership of the lodges in Utah is
340:
" The Secretaries, to their credit be it said, attended faithfully to their duties, and
August 1st, at my request, transmitted to me their reports. Three hundred and
twenty-four circulars marked "A'' were mailed. From the answers received, it
appears that two hundred and twelve Masons reside in Utah, who are conirilniting
members of lotlges outside of this jurisdiction. Ninelyfive are nonafhiiates, and
seventeen consiilered liiemselves above any Masonic auihority and refused to an-
swer. Tie nnmes of these and of the nonafhliates are on file in this office. Only
seven have affiliated with our lodt^es since the request was made. It can easily i)e
presumed that about one hundred more Masons residing in Utah were not addressed."
The subject went to a committee who reported, and the GrUnd Lodge adopted,
the following :
" Resolved, That all non-affiliated Masons in this jurisdiction shall have the priv-
ilege of visiting lodges for the period of six monihs, but such non-affiliates shall
petition some lodge within thirty days thereafter for memljership, or contribute to
some chartered lodge in this jurisdiction its regular dues, and in case of non-com-
pliance, shall be debarred from all Masonic rights and privileges, as follows:
" 1st. They shall not be allowed to visit any lodge.
"2d. They shall not be allowed to appear in any Masonic procession.
" 3d. They shall not be entitled to Masonic charity.
" 4th. They shall not be entitled to Masonic burial.
" They shall be deemed drones in the hive of Masonry, and unworthy our pro-
tection as Masons."
This resolution was ordered to be printed on the back of all dimits granted ; and
it was further provided that lodges should have a black list containing the names of
all unaffiliated Masons so after the expiration of the allotted time (seven months),
and send a list to the Grand Secretary every three months, to be by him transmitted
to other lodges for similar posting.
Seeing that the whole matter is one of dollars and cents M'ith the Grand Lodge of
Utah, (a cash contribution condoning the ofiense of remaining unaffiliatfed), we
wonder why that body did not make its resolution apply too, to the two hundred and
twelve who were contributing members of lodges in other jurisdictions. There
would have been more money in it, and it would have been not a whit more un
lawful. Having cut itself loose from the restraints of law, there is no logical reason
why it should stop anywhere so long as a single Mason (affiliated or nnaffiliated)
remained in the jurisdiction with any of his rights intact.
The Grand Master advised Masters of lodges to be a little more sparing of their
summonses, properly holding that that they should not be issued except when there
is an absolute necessity. Notwithstanding the four lodges in the jurisdiction sent
one hundred and seventy-five dollars to the Louisiana sufferers, which strikes us as a
very lijjeral contribution, the Grand Mnster regretted that they were too weak to do
more; and in this connection, took occasion to enforce the idea that the true way to
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fulfil the charitable obligations of Masonry is for lodges to accumulate funds by a
rigid collection of dues. Hence, we conclude that although his heart is in the right
place, he is very far from a true conception of the essential character of Masonry.
Referring to matters illustrative of the ignorance of some of the Craft, he remarked
that on its becoming known to the members of a lodge that he intended to be pres-
ent at a trial of one of" its members, his privilege to do so was seriously questioned
by some, because he was not a member of that lodge !
He submitted two decisions : That a Master elect must be qualified by no less
than three actual Past Masters, and no Chapter Past Master should be allowed to
participate in the ceremony ; and that on the removal of an Entered Apprentice of a
lodge U. D., to another Grand Jurisdiction, his lodge may relinquish jurisdiction and
grant permission to a lodge there to confer the remaining degrees on him, holding,
without entering into the merits of the proposition, that a lodge U. D. has no
authority to grant such a request, but that such a lodge being the creature of the
Grand Master, he has the authority to order them to do so.
The Committee on Jurisprudence approved the first, but dissented from the second,
on the chief ground that a lodge U. D., has no power save that granted on the dis-
pensation, to enter, pass and raise Masons.
•The Grand Lodge sustained the committee.
In relation to discipline, he well says that a lodge is not a creditor's agency, nor
can complicated business difficulties be there solved : and Masters should never allow
them to come up.
He urges the rigorous punishment of the habitual drunkard, and thinks that though
they are now too crude and weak to enact a law making it an offense for a Mason to
keep a " whisky shop," as many Grand Lodges have done, the day is not far distant
when it will also be the law of the Grand Lodge of Utah.
It is not often in a Grand Lodge that so much truth manages to get itself told in
so small a space, as in the remarks of the Grand Master, under the head of " Too
much Masonry." This, he finds, is the reason why the lodges are so much neglected.
"The morbid desire of the young Mason for more mystery, and not for 'more
light,' " leads him on into the multitude of degrees and orders, and causes him to
lose sight of the noble and simple teachings of the first three degrees. " Standing
on his lofty pinnacle." he says, " the young Knight Templar of two or three month's
standing, considers himself very hii^^/i indeed, and the Blue Lodge is totally ignored,
or looked upon as something only fit for the lower ranks of the order." He further
says :
" I remember when we had no Chapter, Commandeiy or Scottish Riles in this city,
the lodges were always well attended, the members well posted in the rituals, and the
officers, proud of their positions in the lodge, vied with each other in the accuracy
of the work. I am constrained to say, that such is not the case now. Masons occu-
pying the highest offices in the Chapter and Commandery, can scarcely assist in the
conferring of a degree in the Blue Lodge, when called upon. All this I attribute to
too much Masonry, and in the dim future I can see greater danger springing from
this, than from all the assailants against Free Masonry.
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" My brethren of the " higher degrees," I mean no disparagement to you or your
degrees. I have the greatest reverence for your excellent teachings. We are all
brothers, belonging to one of the greatest families under the sun, and I shall ever
rejoice in your prosperity. But as Grand Master of Utah, I caution you not to sap
your own foundation. Your material should be selected from the matured, ripe
members of the order, and not from among those who are scarcely familiar with their
first ABC lessons. You destroy their Masonic usefulness by permitting them to
join you too quickly. Bear in mind that Blue Lodge Masoniy is the root of all,
weaken it, and the Masonic structure will Tjecome top-heavy and crumble to pieces.
I conjure you to attend the Blue Lodges of which you are members, and take an
active part in their workings, and do not leave the whole of it to the Master, Secre-
tary, and one or two other members."
We have expressed the opinion, in former reports, that it would be better for
Masonry if all those parasitic bodies were swept out of existence. After much
thought on the subject, we find our convictions unchanged, and do not hesitate to say
that if by a stroke of the pen we could destroy them all, to-morrow's sun would not
look down upon a vestige of them.
The report of the Grand Secretary is a comprehensive and elaborate paper, giving
a complete epitome of the business of the jurisdiction. As librarian, he submitted
another elaborate report, evincing a thorough appreciation of the value of a good
library, and affording abundant proof that Bro. Diehl is the right man in the right
place.
A communication was received from Bro. James Lowe, formerly an active mem-
ber of the Grand Lodge of Illinois, and still a member of one of its constituents,
calling attention to certain defects in their penal code, which he had noticed in his
experience as counsel in lodge trials.
Charles W. Bennett was elected Grand Master ; Christopher Diehl, re-
elected Grand Secretary, both of Salt Lake City.
Past Grand Master Langford, of Montana, was received as a visitor, with the
grand honors ; Secretaries of lodges properly required to report they)/// given name
of each member in their Annual Returns; the work as exemplified in the three
degrees, declared the standard ; one charter granted ; lodges required to punish
members guilty of drunkenness or gambling ; a new Trial Code adopted ; the right
of dimission except for the purpose of joining another lodge, helping to form a new
one, or leaving the Grand Jurisdiction, improperly denied.
A Special Committee reported in favor of permitting a brother dimitted from a
lodge holding under the Grand Orient of France,' to affiliate, being first duly liealed;
but the report was disagreed to by a large majority ; whence, it appears that Utah's
contribution to international law, is a refusal to receive deserters from the enemy in
time of war.
The Report on Correspondence (pp. So), by Bro. Christopher Diehl, whom
some one has appropriately called " the atlas of the Grand Lodge of Utah," is an
exceedingly interesting review of the proceedings of forty-four American Grand
Lodges. Bro. Diehl's style has just enough of the idiomatic flavor to give it
piquancy, yet on the whole his English is good. He gives Illinois extended and
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complimentaiy notice. He remarks that he has not signed the By-Laws of the M.
A. S., but that is of no consequence, as he is evidently a charter member.
He dissents from the heresy, that dues can accrue against a member during sus-
pension ; agrees that not less than seven Master Masons can hold a lodge ; recom-
mends the ring story in Lessing's ' Nathan the Wise,' to a Grand Master who mixes
his theology with his Masonry; pauses for a moment at the Canadian record of a
dispensation for a ball, to speculate on what the people at the foot of the Wasatch
Mountains would think of the Masons were they to appear in a ball-room, clad in
white gloves and aprons and " ' sich' other lodge 'fixins,' " concluding that the ladies
especially, would think there was " something wrong in their ' upper story' " : has
scant respect for the 'old regulation ' requiring service as Warden to render eligible
for the office of Master: shares the fear of the Grand Master of Mississippi, that he
erred in deciding that a Mason under charges could not join a Masonic procession,
a fear that we are happy to say is quite general ; dissents from the opinion that
every lodge has a right to be represented in Grand Lodge by its Master and War-
dens, giving as a reason, that experience in other bodies had taught him that fifty
men can do more in a legislative body than a few hundred, which might be very
' pat ' if we were now engaged in making a law, but not conspicuously applicable in
elucidating a law already fixed ; follows Bro. GiBSON to the sensible conclusion
that the Master of a lodge actually invested and in the Oriental Chair, is a Past
Master within the meaning of a constitution requiring the officers of the Grand
Lodge to be such ; does not concur in the opinion that a Junior Warden, who, by
request, prefers charges, is to be viewed in the light of an accuser, and ought to
retire, as such, when the trial is concluded," for the reason that no officer of a lodge
should be deprived of a lodge privilege because he has done his duty, but fails to say
whether a member preferring charges unofficially, might not also be as clearly within
the line of his duty ; hopes every Grand Lodge will soon arrange for a Lodge of Sor-
row at each Annual Communication, but does not, that we have observed, favor the
adoption of the right of ' Masonic Baptism ' from the same source ; shows an intoler-
ance of n(m-affiliation quite up to the mark of new communities, which we trust he
will outgrow upon a careful re-examination of the question as to what rights pertain
to a brother by virtue of his character as a Mason, and what are adventitious, or
dependent on the minor fact of lodge membership.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE
VERMONT.
The Grand Lodge met at Burlington, June lo, 1874.
Like its predecessors from the same pen, the address of Grand Master Davis is
an able paper.
The Angel of Death had passed them by almost without a blow. WiLLlAM
Bridges, Past Master of Franklin Lodge No. 4, in which lodge he was made a
Mason in 1820, had died at the age of eighty-nine. He was one of the faithful in
the dark days of Masonry in Vermont. We find also a memorial page inscribed to
Frederick Button, Past Master of Chipman Lodge No. 52.
The Grand Master also alluded to the death of Past Grand Master Lynde, of
Maine, the Grand Representative of Vermont at the time.
No dispensation for a new lodge had been issued.
He argued in reference to the action of the previous year looking to the republi-
cation of the old records and proceedings, from the formation of the Grand Lodge
up to the present time, that it covered too much ground, and that for the present
everything should wait for the putting in form for publication the proceedings down
to the time of the re-organization of the Grand Lodge in 1846, the work requiring
the assistance of those who from personal experience can supply what is missing,
and who cannot be expected long to survive. The committee heretofore appointed
had taken the same view, and reported that they had proceeded no further than to
ascertain that the material for the work was still in existence, though in so frail and
scarce supply as to impress them with the great importance of securing it before the
substance should have faded entirely away. It was accordingly provided that the
venerable Past Grand Secretary, Bro. John B. Hollenbeck, our representative near
the Grand Lodge of Vermont, with two others, should proceed immediately to the
preparation of the manuscript, which is to include beside the proceedings, such other
matter as the committee deem proper to preserve of record. The Craft every-
where is to be congratulated on this action.
The Grand Master called attention to the condition of Ihe treasury, and to the
necessity of having some other source of income than the present, viz : three dollars
on every initiation and twenty-five dollars for each charter granted. He suggested
a capitation tax, and the Grand Lodge levied a tax on the lodges of twenty-five
cents for each member not excused from the p.iyment of lodge dues on account of
extreme age or pecuniary disability.
The Grand Master felt warranted in renewing the congratulations for their pros-
perity which he had announced in previous years, the Craft never having been more
harmonious and prosperous. If their growth had been less rapid than at some
former periods, it had been a building up of better material. There were, however,
two evils of which he felt called upon to speak.
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The first — of a negative character, but none the less an evil — that of indifference
or inactivity; the other, the spirit of intolerance — a disposition not to submit to the
regulations of Masonry, oftenest found among the most zealous, the result of some
disappointment or defeat, either of self or friends. He truly says that when it
seizes hold of any considerable number of the members of a lodge, its effect is dis-
astrous. In closing, the Grand Master announced his retirement from office. He
submitted fourteen decisions. We copy four :
"I. In case of a Masonic trial, the wife of the accused should not be admitted
as a witness, either for or against her husband.
" 6. Signature to the by-laws of the lodge is necessary to complete the member-
ship of a brother, whether he received the degrees in the lodge or was elected to
membership therein. Without such signature, he is not a member.
"12. A Masonic Hall, which has been dedicated as such, should not be leased
for any purpose that is not a Masonic one.
" 14. The Tyler, when a member, should be required to cast his ballot the same
as any other member, and should not be excused therefrom by reason of being in
*the discharge of his duties, outside the door."
All were approved.
Nathan P. ISowman, of St. Johnsbury, was elected Grand Master ; Henry
Clark, Rutland, re-elected Grand Secretary.
The Grand Lodge accepted an invitation from one of its constituents to keep the
June Festival with it; ordered a collocation of all the decisions in force; re-
fused to provide for biennial instead of annual sessions ; ordered a testimonial for
the retiring Grand Master; and besides transacting a large amount of routine bus-
iness, rejected by a large vote, after a warm discussion, the following resolution :
" Resolved, That charity being one of the principal tenets of our Order, the relief
of distressed brethren, their widows and orjihans is incumbent upon the lodge of
which he is or was a member. If a brother, his widow or orphan are, when in dis-
tress, relieved pecuniarily by a lodge in whose jurisdiction he or they may be tem-
porarily sojourning, the last named lodge should be reimbursed therefor by the lodge
of which he is or was a member."
In this the Grand Lodge utters the voice of the great majority of thinking Masons.
The Report on Correspondence (pp. 150) is again from the pen of Bro. Henry
Clark, and reviews the proceedings of thirty-eight American Grand Lodges, in-
cluding Illinois for 1873.
Grand Master Hawley's address, he considers " a well arranged and systematic
record of his stewardship over the great jurisdiction of Illinois," and he highly com-
mends the action of the Grand Lodge in making an appropriation for the benefit of
a Past Gran'd Master who had become destitute by misfortune and disease.
Bro. Clark this year deals rather sparingly in comments, his report being largely
a compilation, but a very interesting and instructive one.
He holds that reversal of sentence of expulsion on appeal leaves the accused with
all his rights intact, including membership in his lodge, saying truly and forcibly.
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that "there is a vast difference between reversal o{ the action of a lodge and restora-
tion. The one is iustice, the other mercy;" expresses no opinion on the mixed fu-
neral question ; is inclined to look with disfavor upon the establishment of German
lodges working in the German language ; holds installing by proxy illegal ; takes
the liberal view as to the burial of suicides ; and in conclusion, says :
" In no other manner can one become so intelligent and well informed Mason as by
reading from time to time the labors of his fellows in the great temple of Masonic
labor. To gather in the spirit and listen to the voice of Masonry as it comes up
from all quarters of the globe is the purpose, object and value of reports on Foreign
Correspondence. The inspiration the compiler receives from a knowledge of the fact
that he is gathering useful information for the instruction of his brethren, is a partial
reward for the night vigils and the severe labor of reading so many thousand pages
and culling therefrom the valuable points and gems of beauty. Such, my brethren,
is the satisfaction that comes to the writer, feeling as he does, in concluding his report,
that he has presented to you a faithful review of the Masonic records of the world,
and as such he submits the work for your inspection."
Masons everywhere will be pained to learn of the death of Past Grand Master
George M. Hall, in August following the meeting of the Grand Lodge, at the
early age of fifty years. He was buried by the Grand Lodge amid general mourn-
ing and a general cessation of busmess in the town where he resided, and followed
to the CTrave by people from all parts of the State, including many distinguished mem-
bers of the medical profession, of which he, too, was an honored member. From
an appreciative newspaper notice, written by one intimately associated with him, an
officer of the Grand Lodge, we take the following :
" Perhaps Dr. Hall had gained most prominence in his connection with and ser-
vices for the Masonic fraternity, with which he connected himself in early life. He
was associated with Nathan B. Haswell, Phillip C. Tucker, John B. Hollen-
BECK and men of that stamp. He sat at their feet a ready student of the teachings
and theory of the institution, to which he ever rightly adhered. Fitted by service
with those Nestors of Masonry, he became an active member of the Grand Lodge of
Vermont, having served in nearly every important office of that body until he reached
the Grand Master's chair, which he ably and acceptably occupied for four years, suc-
ceedino- in the position his hfelong and devoted friend, Hon. Leverett B. Englesby.
In this capacity he gained his widest fame, and an enviable reputation in the
Masonic world. His government was of the conservative character of his predeces-
sors. Tucker, Haswell, and Englesby, and if his administration was less brilliant
it was because their well grounded opinions had so settled the law and principles
that it was only left for him to continue and execute the work he had so efficiently
assisted in establishing."
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CCI
VIRGINIA.
The Grand Lodge met at Richmond, Dec. 14, 1874.
The address of Grand Master Lambert merits the compliment it received from
the committee, to whom it was referred, not only for the graceful language in which
its views are expressed, but for the admirable sentiments it embodies.
Never before, he says, has more perfect peace and harmony prevailed than during
the past year. He was spared the pain of announcing the death of any member of
the Grand Lodge, but alluded in appreciative terms to the fraternal dead of other
jurisdictions, Charles W. Moore, of Massachusetts, and the Duke of Leinster,
Grand Master of Ireland, who for a period of sixty-one years, without interruption,
exercised the functions of his high office, an event unprecedented in the annals of
Masonry. He announces that the time has arrived when Quebec can be recognized ;
says that as yet they are uninformed as to the effect of their unanswerable and fra-
ternal, (and we may add, unanswered,) appeal to the Grand Orient of France, but
be the result for good or evil, they will always enjoy the proud satisfaction, that in
every respect Virginia has discharged her duty in vindicating those rights which are
so dear to American Grand Lodges, and which she will never see violated with
impunity ; and acknowledges with courteous appreciation the invitation of the Grand
Lodge of Illinois to be present at the laying of the corner-stone of the Custom House
and Post Office buildings in Chicago. Notwithstanding the large number of char-
tered lodges in the State, with an average membership of only forty-five, and in
eighty of which it will not exceed twenty-five, sixteen dispensations for new lodges
had been granted during the year, he not seeing how their applications could be
refused, as all the requirements of the Grand Lodge had been complied with. He
feels that they are multiplying lodges too rapidly, one reason for which, in his judg-
ment, is the too small fee for dispensations, men being willing to risk a doubtful
experiment when the cost is trifling. The Grand Lodge concurred in this view and
raised the fee.
The Grand Master urges the building of a Masonic Temple ; commends the move-
ment of the Richmond brethren for a "Masonic Widows' and Orphans' Home,"
and submits six decisions, expressing in connection therewith his obligations to the
Grand Lodge for the resolution of the previous year, requesting the Grand Master
and Grand Secretary not to answer any questions of Masonic law propounded by
lodges and brethren, except such as might be sent up through the District Deputies.
His decisions were all approved, as they deserved to be. We copy two :
1st. " That it is contrary to Masonic law and usage to require a Master Mason to
be proficient in the Third Degree before he can be received into membership in a
lodge ; consequently the enactment of a by-law to that effect would be improper.
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6th. "A resident of this State, whilst bn a foreign cruise, claims to have received
the three degrees of Masonry at one time, by dispensation (the work being done in
the French language), at a place called Seychelles, in a group of islands in the Indian
Ocean. The lodge conferring this high honor is represented to be under the juris-
diction of the Grand Orient of France. Desiring to affiliate in this jurisdiction, I
have decided that he cannot be recognized as a Mason, and that his only course is
to petition as any other Profane, and if elected, he can then receive the degrees in
due and ancient form, according to law and usage."
In the report of his transactions in connection with the re-publication of the Pro-
ceedings from 1777, the Grand Secretary says :
" It is entirely needless for me to add that this highly valuable book should form
part of the library of every Masonic Lodge in the world, and especially of Virginia,
who claims and therein establishes the fact that she was the first to found a Grand
Lodge in America clothed with the power of perpetuity of existence according to
Masonic ritual and law."
•
Massachusetts, New Jersey and Pennsylvania, can now take the floor !
Fourteen charters were granted, one surrendered, and one dispensation continued ;
the work exemplified ; the Grand Lodge of Quebec recognized ; a committee ap-
pointed to report on the propriety and feasibility of purchasing and maintaining a
suitable property for the education of the children of deceased Master Masons ; a
resolution adopted discountenancing lotteries, gift concerts, gift enterprises, and raf-
fles, for the future, but with a proviso that it should not interfere with any arrange-
ment for any gift concert or gift enterprise already made ; and the safe and conserva-
tive ideas of Virginia Masons illustrated in the adoption of the following, from
special committees :
" It is the opinion of your committee that the Grand Lodge of Masons of Virginia,
cannot establish and organize under its care and protection the plan of life insurance
proposed in the memorial, or any other, no matter how meritorious, without depart-
ing from the ancient landmarks of Masonry." \
" The committee to whom was referred the petition of Bro. Daniel Ruggles, of
Fredricksburg Lodge, No. 4, praying for some action on the part of this Grand
Lodge, having in view the formation of a General Grand Council of the Order, and
the holding of a Grand Sorrow Lodge at Mt. Vernon on St. John's day, 1876, beg
leave to report, that after due consideration they are unanimously of opinion that
any action on the part of this Grand Lodge is inexpedient."
William B. Taliaferro, of Gloucester C. H., was elected Grand Master; John
Dove, Richmond, re-elected Grand Secretary.
Bro. B. R. Wellford, Jr., presented another of his very able Reports on Cor-
respondence, (pp. 146) reviewing the proceedings of forty-seven American Grand
lodges, including Illinois for 1873 ^"^^ 1874, to which he devotes nearly twenty
pages. Grand Master Hawley's allusion to the death of Past Grand Master Ste-
venson, and the report of our Obituary Committee thereon, calls forth the remark
that the Craft in his State will feelingly appreciate these fraternal tributes from their
brethren in Illinois to the memory of Virginia's honored dead.
He is pleased to quote from us on the subject of physical disqualifications; sym-
pathizes with our hesitation in approving a California report justifying, in a partic-
ular case, electioneering for office, though in that particular case he rejoiced in the
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success of the party resorting to it ; and since the matter has become a thing of the
past, we may remark that all our sympathies were in the same direction, and for
every other reason save that complained of, we too, rejoiced in his success; quotes
us at length on the subject of a single ballot for all the degrees, though adhering to
their opposite practice as wise in result and sound in principle ; sympathizes too,
with our doubts as to the necessity of the actual presence of the charter to give
validity to the acts of a lodge ; and reproduces the incident in the history of the
Grand Lodge of New York and the life of Morgan Lewis, who, during twelve of
the fourteen years of his Grand Mastership, remained .unaffiliated, of which he says :
" Bro. Lewis' example in non-affiliation would be far more honored in the breach
than the observance. There are few such as Bro. Lewis in any age or any country ;
but his life ought to be suggestive to our impetuous and over-zealous brethren, of
the hazard they may encounter and the folly they may commit."
He takes occasion, too, in quoting at length from our strictures on the New York
legislation relative to non-affiliation, in our report for 1874, to announce that his
views are, to a considerable extent, in sympathy therewith ; and also to approve of
our strictures on the Kentucky report relative to the assumed right of the so-called
Scottish Rite bodies to confer the degrees of Masonry.
He regrets, however, to see us put in a claim for the legitimacy of the African
lodges claiming under the Prince Hall Charter, and after quoting from our review
of Vermont, (111. Proc. 1873), says:
" We are content to leave this matter in the hands of our New England brethren.
We had supposed that the pretension of the Prince Hall Lodge to anything of reg-
ularity had been effectually disposed of a few years ago in an exhaustive examina-
tion by the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts. The truth of the whole matter seems
to us to lie in a nutshell. The negro question has been always the Achilles' heel
of America. English policy and cupidity fastened slavery upon her reluctant col-
onists; but New England early learnt to follow in the wake of the London and
Liverpool ship-owners, and at the period of the Revolution, and for many years
after, her capitalists and merchants were more interested in maintaining the slave trade
than Virginia or North Carolina, and when ir.dependence had been achieved, and
the Federal Constitution was framed. New England, with her undivided vote, de-
feated the earnest efforts of Mrginia and North Carolina to suppress the traffic at
once. When the patriotic resistance of the people of Massachusetts to the aggres-
sions of Parliament had aroused the animosity of old England, and foreign merce-
naries were sent across the water to crush out the rising spirit of liberty, it was not
unnaturally deemed a wise stroke of policy to incite and stimulate domestic dissen-
sion by playing upon the passions and aspirations of the negro, and humiliating the
pride of the refined and educated Republican leaders, by elevating to their level an
inferior and alien race. History repeats itself, and our own recent experience
enables us all readily to appreciate the spirit then manifested. Masonry, like the
Church, is unhappily in times of passion and excitement, not unfrequently prosti-
tuted to base ends. Thus it was that in 1775, an Army Lodge attached to a British
regiment undertook to confer the Degrees of Masonry upon Prince Hall and a few
other negroes. In 1779 they applied to the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts for a
warrant, which was promptly refused. In 1784, however, after the war had closed,
when the people of the mother country were still smarting under the mortification of
defeat in their effort to subjugate America, the Grand Lodge of England was, we
fear, too glad to have the opportunity of perpetuating the original wrong of her
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Army Lodge, and invaded the jurisdiction of Massachusetts by granting to Prince
Hall and others a warrant to work under the name of the African Lodge. From
that bastard child, the unshapely offspring of malice and hate, has sprung all the
brood of African lodges among us. The evil which men do lives after them, and
this Parthian arrow, sped with a fatal skill from the bow of our English Mother,
still, after the lapse of a century, rankles in the vitals of her children. It is not
improbable that some one or more of the men who were conspicuous in vindicating
the rights of the negro to recognition, upon a distant shore, as a man and a brother,
and who were foremost in endeavoring to enforce upon the gentlemen of Boston his
acceptance as a social equal, were even then clutching the inherited gains of the
slave trade — it may have been, the very purchase money in the slave shambles of
Boston of the ancestress of Prince Hall."
We take it that this is altogether a question of fact and law, in which prejudice
of caste and pride of race have no part, and as such we discussed it in 1871. The
facts which we claimed had not been invalidated, and the deductions which had
not been controverted, were presented in our discussion of this " exhaustive examina-
tion by the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts," to which Bro. Wellford refers, and to
our report for that year we refer him for information as to whether the pretension of
the Prince Hall Lodge to anything of regularity was effectually disposed of. Un-
less he finds the facts misstated there, we feel assured that he will conclude with us
that even from the standpoint of those who at present hold to the absolute right of
a sufficient number of lodges within a given territor}' to organize a Grand Lodge
and assume exclusive jurisdiction over that territory, there could not have been any
Masonic body in Massachusetts a/ Ma/ /«>«<? possessing such jurisdiction; and that
his statement that the Grand Lodge of England had invaded the jurisdiction of
Massachusetts, was made hastily and without due consideration. We should feel
assured of this, even if Bro. Wellford agreed with us that the common law of
Masonry has now established, as one of the rights of a chartered lodge, the right to
participate with a sufficient number of lodges in the formation of a new and inde-
pendent Grand Lodge, whenever the State, Territory or Province in which they
are located shall become sufficiently independent to warrant it. But he does not
agree with us, as the following, written in another connection, will show :
" Bro. RoBBiNS will, we are assured, concede that there is an honest difference of
opinion whether the common law of Masonry has established the right he asserts,
and if it has that it requires some argument to reconcile it with the literal signifi-
cance of our pledges of faith. In giving those pledges we renounce, and in accept-
ing them we are promised the right to refuse to recognize any mental reservation or
evasion of their literal import. Is it then consistent with good faith for those who
agree with Bro. RoBBiNS, to insist against our protest upon the modification of their
pledges, which they believe, but we do not, that the common law of Masoniy justi-
fies. We think not ; but Bro. Robbins Grand Lodge not only says that we shall
acquiese in their right to claim the benefit of the modification, but that we shall
accept the interpretation of the common law, and at the peril of excommunication
from Masonic intercourse, act upon it, in despite of our honest belief that we cannot
so act without a violation of our covenant vows."'
Holding these opinions, ajid it being nowhere claimed that the lodges participat-
ing in the organization of the " Massachusetts Grand Lodge " were acting with the
consent of their parent Grand Lodge, he is bound by even stronger reasons than
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we Ito deny that there was, at the time the charter was granted to the African
Codge, any Grand Lodge existing in Massachusetts which the Grand Lodge of Eng-
land could have invaded.
In his view of the lawful method of forming Grand Lodges, Massachusetts must
have been, logically, open and unoccupied territory to the Grand Lodge of England,
as it certainly was historically ; and no lodge regularly chartered by her could have
been a " bastard child." Whether the African Lodge became hopelessly attainted
by suqsequent complications, is another question which it is not necessary now to dis-
cuss ; but we hold its original legitimacy to have been demonstrated beyond cavil.
Bro. WiLLFORD makes our verbal criticism on a decision of Grand Master Withers
— the opportunity for which we availed ourselves of to relieve our language from
the prosaic level of simple dissent, but which sufficiently indicated our position — the
occasion of an examination of the question whether the effect of a reversal by the
Grand Lodge, upon appeal, of the action of a lodge expelling a member, leaves the
member with his right of membership intact, concluding that it does not, though his
first impression had been otherwise. We quote a portion of his argument :
" Bro. ROBBINS' criticism assumes that membership in the Subordinate Lodge is
lost only because it is a part of the penalty of the offence, and must necessarily be
remitted when the judgment of guilty is reversed. If this loss of membership were
only a part of the penalty, it would not necessarily follow that the reversal of the
judgment should remit it. Suppose that the law should attach to conviction by a
jury the penalty of removal from office, and a State official should be convicted, by
a jury, of crime. The penalty to this extent would be immediately enforced. The
refusal of the subordinate court to set aside the verdict might be afterwards adjudged
by an appellate court to have been error; but would that reversal necessarily involve
a restoration of the accused to the office he had hitherto held ? "
Our brother may be able to suppose a case where there would be a part of the
penalty from which a reversal of the judgment would not work entire relief ; he has
done so m the case assumed. We can suggest another. Suppose the judgment
involved flogging and imprisonment, and the accused had undergone the first, and
was enduring the second, when the judgment was reversed. No reversal could
recall the blows already inflicted. But neither of these suppositions fit the question
under consideration closely enough to be helpful. The analogy to be a real one,
should presume the loss of civil rights, including the elective franchise, which we
suppose is, in most, if not all of the States, incidental to conviction of felony.
Would not the reversal of judgment, which relieved a man of the character of a con-
victed felon, rehabilitate him instanter in all his civil rights, including the right to
participate in the direction of affairs by the exercise of the elective franchise.
Bro. Wellford says " the mistake is in assuming that membership can be lost
only by a correct judgment of guilt," and that if that idea be sound, " a Mason who
is convicted of the most infamous offence by his own lodge, does not and cannot
lose his membership in that lodge, so long as the right of appeal to the Grand Lodge
continues" ; to which we would add, " and ought not, so long as on such appeal the
review of the case by the Grand Lodge shows him to have been improperly con-
victed."
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He argues at length to prove that under the civil law, however innocent the vic-
tim may be, so far as the forfeit or loss incident to his conviction has been consum-
mate, the judgment of the appellate court can aftord him no redress. It is perfectly
apparent that the Grand Lodge cannot afford a convicted brother redress in the sense
of recalling his hours of lost communion ; but it is able, and is also bound, to
consider and adjudge what is consummate — which is here a question of law, and
not of fact — and if it decides that loss of membership is not lawfully consummate,
there is no reason in the nature of things here, why the deprivation should not cease.
Bro. Wellford says that when the Grand Lodge hears the appeal, the accused is
not a member of the lodge, but to us it seems clear that this is the very question in
dispute, and if the judgment of the Grand Lodge is adverse to the lodge, it is in
no sense a restoration to membei'ship, but a final declaration that the membership has
never been lost. In conclusion he says :
" In the administration of criminal justice in the courts of the State, it is not an
unfrequent matter that the appellate court reverses the sentence of the lower court,
and commands it to set aside a verdict of guilty rendered by a jury of the country.
If that judgment could be imagined to involve an order upon the iury who found
that verdict, and the judge who approved it, to acce[)t and recognize the accused as
a social equal and a confidential associate, it would be the very essence of tyranny.
Society would not concede the right of appeal, if such could be a consequence of
the honest error of its ministers of justice."
So, too, in courts of equity it is not an unfrequent matter that the court reviews
the judgments of voluntary associations, and if it is found that a member is unjustly
deprived of the rights which are his by the terms of their common agreement, it
will order that the deprivation cease; and society recognizes the essential justice of
requiring the connection to remain unbroken until it can be severed in the manner
and upon the terms which all have agreed upon as the basis of their union.
Upon one other matter of the first importance we find ourselves at variance with
Bro. Wellford — the question whether Masonry requires a candidate' to avow a
belief in the Divine authenticity of the Bible, the affirmative of which he argues at
considerable length, insisting that it is a Hebrew institution, and that it demands of
its votaries recognition of the God of Abraham, Isaac, Jacob and Moses, as the
God whom they adore, and the God in whom they put their trust; and saying that
to eliminate from our ceremonies the God of Revelation, and to substitute in His
stead the God of Natural Religion, would involve a revolution in Masonry more
fundamental and infinitely more disastrous than that which would unveil our most
sacred mysteries to the world.
In nothing, in our judgment, was the wisdom of the founders and early conserva-
tors of Masonry so signally displayed as in utterly refraining from theological defini-
tions. The landmark demands but one confession and' imposes but one condition in
religious matters : confession of belief in God, and "to be good men and true, or
men of honor and honesty, by whatever denominations or persuasions they may be
distinguished." "It is only by refraining from definitions that Masonry becomes the
center of union, and the means of conciliating true friendship among persons that
must have remained at a perpetual distance. Its universality does not pertain to the
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matter of geographical distribution, but to the comprehensive nature of its religious
requirement, a belief in the Supreme Being, the starting point and one great in-
clusive fact of all religions. How much more its votaries may add to this as in-
dividuals, it neither prescribes nor inquires ; and in our judgment if any one does
either in the name of Masonry, he has sore need to seek prayerfully and reverently
the catholic spirit which breathes from its immemorial law.
Bro. Wellford argues with great earnestness and cogency against the claim for
exclusive Masonic control at the funeral of a brother. We quote in part :
" Suppose that the President of the United States should die in office as a member
of a lodge in the District, and before his death express a wish to be buried with Ma-
sonic rites. Would it be practicable to gratify his wish, consistently with this deci-
sion of the Grand Lodge pf the District of Columbia ? Can we imagine that the
Congress of the United States, if in session, or if not, that his constitutional succes-
sor, and his Cabinet advisers, would consent for one moment to the idea that the
right of the United States Senate and House of Representatives, and of his Cabinet,
as organizations, or of the Diplomatic Corps, who, as representatives of friendly
powers, would desire to participate in the sad ceremonies of a people's grief, should
be entirely subordinate to the orders of the Worshipful Master of a Masonic lodge
in the District ?''
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" We have in our mind's eye some brethren whose connection with the Frater-
nity reflects no less honor upon us than it does upon them, and who would doubt-
less desire to have their bodies committed to mother earth under our ceremonies. But
they have associations of a civil and professional character, and are so prominently
identified with other organizations that such desire could not be gratified with com-
mon decency if those associations were to be subordinate to the control of a Ma-
sonic lodge.
"Suppose an excellent Masonic brother should die in office as the Presiding Officer
of the Odd Fellows of his State. Can we decently claim that the Odd Fellows
should surrender to us control of his funeral rites ? Certainly not. But if we can-
not, why should we refuse to his remains the dying request of an esteemed and la-
mented brother? No response can be given which does not begin and end with the
false premise that our participation in the ceremonies is Masonic work in which no
profane can participate."
If it be Masonic work, in any sense, which would justify these extreme preten-
sions, the body should be interred either upon the summit of high hills, or in the de-
pression of low valleys, where the approach of cowans and eavesdroppers might be
readily observed, and the ceremonies suspended if need be until the Tiler could
warn all such to remove beyond the range of sight and sound
Where Masonic bodies consent to appear as such in public places, where the pub-
lic eye may see and the public ear may hear, the very act necessarily involves a
waiver of all right to insist upon the sanctity and the exclusiveness of the lodge
room. They must| content themselves] then with all limitations which public law
and a due regard to the rights of the great public as such or any portion of the pub-
lic, especially in interest, may impose, and those limitations, with impartial force,
must control ours equally with other organizations.
It is a question, then, not of principle, but of expediency, what arrangements shall
be made by us with other organizations ; and that question is to be solved only upon
an intelligent estimate in each case as it may present itself, of the obligations which
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the golden rule of morality may impose upon us and upon them. It is very right
and very necessary for us from our lodge rooms, and from all the privileges of the
Order, to exclude all profanes ; but to gather around an open grave, when a great
private, if it be not a public calamity, has commanded a presence, many of whom,
debarred by sex or age from being of us, are staggering nnder a weight of woe
which few of us can appreciate, with heart-strings wrapped around the corpse before
us, and in such a presence to assert our exclusive right to pay the last tribute of
affection, and to repel even such mourners with the assumption of superior claim —
with a Proctd—procul oh profani, is no less abhorrent to our feelings as men, than it
is to the benign and beautiful charity which is the crown of our adorning as Ma-
sons."
We regret that we cannot devote more time to this able and interesting report, but
professional engagements of an exacting nature are pressing upon us, and — we have
to make the excuse for the first time in our six years' experience in this labor — the
printer is close to our heels. We can only copy his concluding words :
" The outlook is one which gives cheer and comfort in almost every direction.
We need but to be true to ourselves. God help us, one and all, to be faithful in our
day and generation, and to hand down what we have received from our Fathers
without spot or blemish incurred in our day."
" So mote it be."
WASHINGTON.
The Grand Lodge met at Olympia, Sept. 2, 1874.
The address of Grand Master Rothschild is a very thorough and complete state-
ment of his official acts, among which was the granting of two dispensations for new
lodges.
He declined to issue a dispensation for a public ball as a part of the celebration
of St. John's Day, holding it to be unnecessary : as the occasion was a Masonic one,
the brethren did not need any authority to appear in Masonic clothing.
Among the few decisions reported is the following:
" The Master and Wardens in their respective stations, the lodge being duly tiled
by a brother at his post, can open, close and transact business in the third degree,
but work in this degree cannot be duly and truly done with so small a number. The
Tyler under no circumstances can leave his post, nor can either of the indispensable
officers abandon their respective stations. One brother, at least, is retiuired to prepare
the ca!ndidate ; another is equally essential to receive and conduct him ; while many
with great reason adhere to the doctrine that seven are necessary to constitute a per-
fect lodge ; that in opening a Master's Lodge, the lodges below are opened ; indeed,
that correct work renders necessary the opening up, and therefore the presumption is
that seven are present to have secured the opening of such Master's Lodge ; yet I
am not prepared to go so far. Tradition teaches us the number which constituted a
Master's Lodge. The Landmarks create the necessity for the presence of sufficient to
do the work, no part of which should ever be omitted. With a Tyler at his post, under
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an emergency five may confer the degree, but it cannot be conferred with a less num-
ber. The law does nor settle the question definitely, but necessity, more stringent
than law, teaches that the degree cannot be conferred with a less number than five
and that to confer it duly and truly a perfect lodge is required — seven and a Tyler.''
We hold to the opinion that the ritualistic or traditional number is not a factor of
any importance in determining this question.
In answer to the ([uestion, " What constitutes lawful time in this jurisdiction before
a candidate can be advanced?" he says :
"Several Grand Lodges have affixed a period for the candidate to wait before
advancement. In this Jurisdiction in the absence of any express provisions on the
subject, the general law of Masonry holds, as Mackey says (p. 167, edition 1873, of
his Masonic Jurisprudence.) " The general law of Masonry makes no such deter-
minate provision of time, and demands only that the candidate shall give evidence
of suitable proficiency."
He gives a favorable picture of the general harmony and prosperity ; and in clos-
ing, remarks that while one year before, with an ambition as commendable as nat-
ural, he coveted the honors of the high office to which their suffrages elected him.
yet that he now laid down the insignia of office with more real satisfaction than tlieir
assumption gave him, coveting only for his successor the encouraging counsels so
freely extended to him by all his brethren — a generous co-operation which had materi-
ally contributed to lessen labors and responsibilities, and smoothed the pathway of
official life.
In our report for 1S72 we cited from the Washington Proceedings of the previous
year, the case of Bro. J.vmes H. Blewitt, Deputy Grand Master, who had been
guilty of unmasonic conduct, and whose lodge being doubtful of their power to try
him (but which power the Grand Lodge fully affirmed) applied to the Grand Master
for advice, who ordered them to prefer the charges, take the evidence, and report
the findings for his decision. The lodge, however, took the evidence, adjudged him
guilty, and indefinitely suspended him, but before the Annual Communication of the
Grand Lodge, restored him. The Grand Lodge disapproved of the restoration,
leaving the suspension to stand, and passed a vote of censure on the lodge for dis-
obedience of the Grand Master's orders. At the communication under review, the
lodge having petitioned for his restoration, and it having transpired that the Grand
Master's orders to return the findings to him, had never been communicated to the
lodge by the Master, Bro. Blewitt was restored to all his Masonic rights and privi-
leges, and the vote of censure passed on his lodge, rescinded.
Three charters were granted, also, one dispensation for a new lodge ; the mileage
and per diem system adopted; the Oregon resolutions relative to the Centennial,
concurred in; the Grand Lodge of Quebec recognized; the New York Constitution
and Statutes adopted, with slight amendments, as the law of the Grand Lodge, and
a committee appointed to make the necessary arrangements (run down the clams ?) for
the Oregon-Washington-Idaho re-union.
James Rudolph Hayden was elected Grand Master; Thomas Milburnk Reed,
re-elected Grand Secretary ; both of Olympia.
The Grand Lodge was elegantly entertained by the lodges of Olympia, on the
evening of the second day of the session.
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A motion to strike out from the article of the Revised Constitution fixing the com-
position of the Grand Lodge, the words, " The Past Grand Masters, Past Deputy
Grand Masters, Past Grand Wardens, Past Grand Treasurers and Past Grand Secre-
taries," went over for a year, that all the lodges might present their views. The
Past Masters were eliminated in 1871. -The following was offered :
" Resolved, That the Committee on Foreign Correspondence is hereby instructed
to publish in the Annual Proceedings of this Grand Lodge only the most important
decisions and statistics of Sister Grand Lodges, and that the publication of the com-
ments of our Committee on the Proceedings of Sister Grand Lodges, be hereafter
dispensed with.'"
It went to the Committee on Jurisprudence, who reported a substitute directing
the Grand Secretaiy, tj:-officio Chairman of the Committee on Foreign Correspon-
dence, to cause to be printed annually a report embodying —
•' I. The proper acknowledgment of the receipt of Proceedings from Sister
Grand Lodges, together with any and all documents, periodicals or books received,
whether from Sister Grand Lodges, Associations, or otherwise.
" 2. A statistical table of American Grand Lodges, and such other Grand
Bodies as this Grand Lodge is in correspondence with, and we commend as a guide
the form taken from pages 124 and 125, Oregon Proceedings, 1874.
" 3. A compendium or digest of decisions on ]Masonic Law, arranged under ap-
propriate heads.''
All who have enjoyed the privilege of reading Bro. Reed's able and instructive
reviews, will share the feeling of regret expressed by him in presenting the skeleton
report of the present year. He says :
"We cannot dismiss the usual formal notice, or "review," of these volumes on
on our table — volumes so full of ^L1Sonic interest, without feelings of deep regret.
We confess to the enjoyment of the respite from pen-labor, but sadly miss that free
and kindly interchange of thought and ideas with our /raters of the " Reportorial
Corps," respecting our Fraternity in all its lawful bearings, its Divine mission, and
its moral and governmental polity. But the LET IT BE THUS, hath gone forth from
the Grand Lodge, and her command must be respected [vide p. 322,) the more
willingly, as we recognize the wisdom of the provision at this time, in curtailing
printing expenses, in every way practicable and consistent with our best interest as
a Fraternity and a Grand Lodge."
In a few instances only does he permit himself the briefest comment on decisions
in his compilation. Of the Illinois rule that members of chartered 'lodges joining
in a petition for a charter for a new lodge, are dimitted from their former affiliation
by the issuance of such charter, he says :
" Not good law in our opinion. The Grand Lodge cannot directly or indirectly,
dimit a member from a chartered lodge. The dimits or certificates of withdrawal
of petitioners for a charter should be filed with the Grand Secretary as a condition
precedent, before a charter issues."
And of the Arkansas decision that " the E. A. and F. C. lodges are under and
dependent on the M. M. lodge, and the closing of the latter closes the others:''
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CCXI
" As the different rites of Masonry now exist, and are practiced, there is really no
such a thing as an Entered Apprentices' or Fellow Crafts' Lodge. Symbolic Ma-
sonry is comprehended in a Master's Lodge, to which alone warranted authority is
given to open the lodge in either of the degrees, and do the work of the lodge ap-
pertaining severally thereto. None but Master Masons are authorized to do the
work of the lodge in either degree."
He also properly holds that reversal of decision on appeal restores to original
standing under charges.
The Washington Proceedings are excellently arranged, elegantly printed, and have
a full index.
WEST VIRGINIA.
The Grand Lodge met at Wheeling, Nov. lo, 1874.
Grand Master LoGAN says they have great cause for gratitude in that they have
been exempt from extraordinary trials, such as have been experienced by their iireth-
ren elsewhere ; and that peace, harmony and prosperity^have prevailed throughout
their boundaries.
He thinks the Grand Lodge might wisely, not only provide for a permanent edu-
cational fund, but at once make an apiuopriation for educational purposes, out of
the Grand Lodge Treasury.
He had issued no dispensation for a new lodge during the year, of which fact he
says :
" Our progress in multiplying lodges has heretofore been sk rapid that the sudden
stop which I announce will be almost a shock to those who hear me. Vou must
not conclude, however, that Free Masonry is at a standstill in this jurisdiction. Large
districts in our State have as yet but a sparse population. A lodge has been organ-
ized in almost, if not quite, every place capable of sustaining one. I am not sure
but that some have been organized where their support is to the brethren conducting
them a responsibility greater than even their abounding zeal can endure. Be this as
it may, the time has come when it is less your care to increase the number of lodges
than to increase the efficiency of those already organized. For nearly ten years our
attention has been directed chiefly to increase in numerical strength. Now we have
opportunity to look more closely to the discipline of our institution. In its prudent
and faithful application we are to develop its highest value and honor. We may
now do our work more deliberately. Some lodges have been overworked. The
desire of candidates to be hurried through, and the undue zeal of officers to accom-
plish a large amount of work in a short time has been the cause of injury, both to
the candidates and to the lodge. It is better for all concerned that the work should
be done deliberately, intelligently and within reasonable hours."
He devotes considerable space to an examination of the essential qualities '.f
Masonry,- a thoughtful and practical disquisition, in sharp contrast with the " dead-
level platitudes"' which characterizes the merely buncombe deliverance, as the follow-
in" will show :
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" Reference has already been made to the fact that Free Masonry presents in its
history but little of the extraordinary personal influence of what the world calls
heroes. This teaches veiy forcibly the value of the character of the average Mason.
Our work is to be accomplished, not by the influence of great leaders rising up now
and then and inspiring the multitude with a temporary enthusiasm by the magnetism
of their genius, but by the steadier, and, in the end, more powerful influence of the
entire body of Masonic character. This character is the sum or the average of the
character of the members comprising a lodge or lodges in a district or country. How
miportant then the question which presents itself to each one of us ? In what way does
my life and bearing affect my character as a Mason and the character of my lodge ?
Do I contribute to its influence for good, or is my life an obstruction and my name a
reproach ? These considerations are more important now than ever before. As
civilization increases there is an increased demand for men of energy, self-control
and integrity. It seems to be more difficult now to be true and generous than in
former times. Life has fiercer temptations. We have seen men with established
reputations for intelligence and moral strength fall before the demon of temptation,
and then be swept away from honorable position, aye, from the very horns of the
altar, to disgrace and ruin."
The millenium is evidently well-nigh at hand with our West Virginia brethren;
the Committee on Masonic Jurisprudence reported that they found nothing claiming
their attention, and the Committee on Grievances and Appeals found it impossible
to make a grievance out of the sole case claiming their notice — an alleged violation
of jurisdiction — and reported " no cause for action."
RoHERT White, of Romney, was elected Grand Master; Odell S. Long, of
Wheeling, re-elected Grand Secretary.
Four charters were granted.
It was ordered that ^150 be annually set apart for the purpose of aiding in the
education of the orphans or children of Master Masons within the jurisdiction.
The Grand Lodge refused to change its time of meeting to the fourth Tuesday of
December.
No Report on Correspondence.
WISCONSIN.
The Grand Lodge met at Milwaukee, June 8, 1875.
The very excellent address of Grand Master Cottrell begins with the necrol-
ogy of the year, which includes the names of Past Grand Master Henry L. Baird ;
Grand Marshal L. A. Ferrin, and Past Grand Chaplain Robert L.\ngley.
Past Grand Master Baird was a member and President of the first Territorial
Council of Michigan Territory, (of which Wisconsin was then a part), in 1836, and
a member of the first Constitutional Convention in 1846; and had served the city of
his home as Mayor, and held other public trusts and offices.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CCXIII
The Grand Master reported the granting of four dispensations for new lodges,
and sundry dispensations, not many in number, authorizing lodges to occupy the
same halls with lodges of Odd Fellows, and in one case to occupy the same hall
with a grange of the Patrons of Husbandry. Also, three dispensations to different
lodges to advance candidates without- their exhibitive proficiency. He seems to
have hesitated over these latter, but finally concluded that if the lodges were will-
ing to receive the applicants they might be permitted to do so, inasmuch as it was
not likely that the applicants could ever make themselves sufficiently known to visit
elsewhere. The reason given is a little queer, but if these were of those cases
which occasionally occur where the candidate finds it impossible to attain and retain
the requisite knowledge, we think his course was praiseworthy. There is no reason
why we should insist on impossibilities, and we have known brethren who were
constitutionally'unable ever to become ritualists, who nevertheless had a clear gen-
eral conception of their duties and responsibilities, and made ,i;ood Masons, though
never bright ones.
It having come to his knowledge that a brother from another jurisdiction was
sending circulars to the lodges, notifying them that he would visit them on certain
days designated, in order to organize, what he termed, " Chapters of the Eastern
Star," the Grand Master gave the matter his immediate attention, and having satis-
fied himself by a personal interview with the brother, that his object was to sell
books, and that the Eastern Star business enabled him to get the brethren together
and saved him the trouble of calling on each separately, he at once informed him
that his project was disapproved. He also issued a circular to the lodges, embody-
ing the following conclusions :
" 1st. That the so-called degrees of the Eastern Star are side degrees within the
intent and meaning of the Constitution.
" 2d. That no lodge room can be used for any of the purposes mentioned in the
circular alluded to, without a special dispensation, in each case, from the Grand
•Master.
" The Grand Master is also of the opinion that no lodge, and no Mason, as such
can properly have any connection with, or give any countenance to the so-called
degrees above referred to; and he is assured, to-day, by that he will forth-
with cancel all his appointments within this jurisdiction, and institute no more Chap-
ters (so-called) within it.
" The Grand Secretary is directed to cause this circular to be printed, and a cojiy
thereof to be transmitted to each subordinate lodge within this jurisdiction; and the
same will be read in open lodge at the next regular Communication after its receipt,
and entered in full upon the minutes.
" The same rule of construction here laid down will apply to any other similar so-
called degrees that may be attempted to be introduced within this Grand Jurisdic-
tion."
Knights of the Red Cross of Constantine, and the like, will please take notice.
The Grand Master had declined to accept an appointment as the Grand Lodge of
the Indian Territory in advance of recognition by the Grand Lodge, and believed
also that the presiding officer of any Grand Body ought not to accept such an ap-
pointment during his term of office. He recommended that recognition of that body
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be withheld for the present, not being satisfied that the political status of the terri-
tory over which it claims jurisdiction, is such as to admit of the formation of a
Grand Lodge within it. A request from the Grand Orient of Hungary for recog-
nition, and an interchange of representatives, he also recommended be withheld,
believing that a Grand Lodge of Symbolic Masonry should extend recognition only
to other like Grand Lodges, and not to those attached to other rites, although they
may work the Symbolic degrees. In addition to this the unsettled and uncertain
condition of Masonry in Austria — in parts whereof the meetings were held under
government surveillance — forbade present recognition.
From the thirteen decisions submitted by the Grand Master, we take the following :
"I. A lodge in this jurisdiction cannot request a lodge in Colorado (or else-
where) to confer for it the E. A. degree upon one of its elected candidates who has
removed there.
" 2. (Jne lodge cannot confer degrees as a matter of favor to another, upon the
material of the latter.
"3. Election to membership, pending . charges, does not amount to a waiver of
the charges; but held also that such an election would justly subject the lodge to
discipline.
"7. A candidate blind of one eye, and who, as stated, is "a cripple or rather
stiff in the lower limbs," is ineligible. This decision as respects the loss of an eye
follows a decision of this Grand Lodge to the same effect substantially, made in
1861, page 22 of the proceedings, and directly made in 1864, page 62 of proceed-
iugs of that year.
" 8. A non-affiliate cannot, as of right, prefer charges and insist upon trial of the
brother charged ; but should such charges be preferred, the Lodge, for the good of
the Craft, should investigate them, and if probable cause be shown, charges should
then be preferred as provided in the Constitution.
"II. (hie lodge may, under section 8 of article xxii of the Constitution, relin-
quish jurisdiction of its material to another lodge. The Constitution being silent as
to how the consent in such cases shall be given, and believing the principle of such
consent to be wrong, I decided that it must be given by a clear ballot.
" 12. The action of a lodge accepting a candidate not residing in its jurisdic-
tion is void; the applicant may, and (if he desires the degrees) must petition the
lodge having jurisdiction of him, the same as if he had never petitioned the former
lodge.
" ij. Two lodges, in different towns, have no power by agreement to make their
jurisdictions concurrent."
Under the lead of the Committee on Jurisprudence, the Grand Lodge approved
all but Nos. I anil 2, on which the committee had time granted, and did not report.
Of course, we dissent from No. 7„ so far as it makes the loss of an eye a disqual-
ification for the degrees, and from No. 8 in holding that the condition of non-affil-
iation affects the capacity of a brother to prefer charges. What should we think of
the doctrine that because a woman or an unnaturalized person does not possess the
elective franchise, they are incomr-etent to swear out a warrant for the apprehension
of a thief, or a disturber of the ]ieace ?
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS.
The Grand Master called attention to the necessity of a reprint of the proceed-
ings, and a committee was appointed to ascertain the probable cost, to report next
year. In conclusion, he was able' to say that Masonry in Wisconsin is thoroughly
harmonious; that it is quietly and surely fulfilling its high mission of charity and
benevolence — of brotherly love, relief and truth.
Three charters were granted ; the consideration of the claimed recognition of the
Grand Lodge in the Indian Territory postponed for one year ; recognition accorded
to the Grand Lodge of Wyoming, and denied to the Grand Orient of Hungary ; an
amendment to the Constitution adopted, providing for proxies of representatives; a
proposition for taxation for a "Temple Fund," sent over for one year; the Grand
Master authorized to donate from the funds of the Grand Lodge a sum not exceed-
ing one thousand dollars, in case of a sudden calamity ; schools of instruction or-
dered dispensed with daring the year ; a Past Grand Master's jewel presented to
Past Grand Master Pulford; and the usual routine business of the Grand Lodge
thoroughly performed.
Jedd P. C. Cottrell, Grand Master, was re-elected ; John W. Woodhull,
elected Grand Secretary. Both reside at Milwaukee.
Bro. George D. Wilker presented an admirable Report on Correspondence (pp.
S5J, reviewing the proceedings of thirty-three American Grand Lodges. So ex-
cellent a report deserved to have lieen printed in more satisfactory shape for exam-
ination, either by the use of two kinds of type, or by setting the selected matter
solid, so as to make it readily distinguishable from the original matter.
His notice of Illinois indicates a very thorough examination of our Proceedings
for 1874. He believes our Grand Lodge to be the largest deliberative Masonic body
in America, representing the largest constituency of any Grand Lodge except New
York. To be Grand Master of such a constituency he says is no small honor, and
compliments Grand Master Hawley on having occupied the post during his two
years' service, with becoming dignity and marked ability. He commends the pro-
ceedings as being transacted in a thorough business manner, " great care and adequate
Masonic knowledge being manifested on every page;" and the printed volume is
praised as being admirably gotten up in all respects. He further says of us :
•'Uniformity of work and ritual is earnestly sought in Illinois. To secure this,
they have a Board of Examiners consisting of four members appointed by the Grand
Master, who are ex-officio Grand Lecturers. These hold examinations similar to our
schools. And Worshipful Masters must prove their ability to conform to all the
work and ritual before they are installed. Nobody has a right to lecture lodges
•jxcept the Grand Lecturers or their deputies. We believe their ritual is very nearly
identical with ours, they claiming, like ourseh'es, the Barney work."
Hasty reading of our Constitution has slightly misled our brothers here. A peti-
tion for a new lodge must be accompanied by a certificate from a Grand Lecturer
that the proposed Master is able to open and close a lodge, and confer the degrees,
correctly and in full ; but the right of a chartered lodge to elect its own Master is in
nowise contingent upon the will and pleasure of that functionary.
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in Uie coarse of iociie remark? on the prerogacrves of the Gran'i Master. Brj_
WiLBER empkisizes a point which is too apt to be lost sight of:
" The G. M. being in fact G. iW. 0/ Miis«fHj\ and not merely G. M. and presiding
officer of the G. L., may at any dme grant dispensations for the formation of
new lodges, etc.: but the confirmation of charters to them rests with the G. L. in ses-
sion. Between the sessions he may, as the supreme head of the Craft, do or authoriie
to be done, any act not repugnant to the spirit or letter of the landmarks, which he
may deem proper for the good of Masonry, even to the temporary- abrogation of the
G. L. Constitution ; bat he must allow the G. L. to sit in judgment on the uigency of
the emergency which prompted such abrogation.
" In acc<»rdance with Articles XIX and XXXIX of the General Regulations of
1721, several G. L.'s have already provided in their Constitutions for the trial of the
G. M. should occasion ever, unhappily, occur.
" It is sometimes claimed that, daring the intervals between the meetings of the
G. L., the G. M. is the G. L. This we cannot admit, for we conceive that in no
sense are the actions of the G. M. the actions of the G. L.; but as G. M. of Masons,
his relations are direct with the Cnft and with the Subordinate Lodges, and in exer-
cising his prerogatives, he does so as the supreme head of the whole Masonic frater-
nity within his jurisdiction, not as the G. L. or as its agent. His pren.»gatives are
distinct and different from the prere^itives of the G. L."'
Although he conceives that the principle of jurisdiction is based not only on the
ancient landmarks, but on the very constitution of the Masonic Institution, he seems
to doubt whether it will ultimately prevail. Reviewing Bro. McCorkle, of Ken-
tucky, he says :
" In his eilracts from .itid comments on the District of Columbia, we think the
doctrine which must ultimately prevail on the subject of territorial jurisdiction is fore-
shadowed. It is that the right of jurisdiction is not inherent, but a matter of comity,
equity, and polity as between -i.I the parties concerned : and therefore, that lodges
wcKking in any Grand jurisdiction, by the authority of another regular Grand Lodge.
outside such jurisdiction, are not on that account clandestine, and the Masons
are not clandestine. Hence, to avoid ill-feeling and preserve good neighborhood
among lodges whose pecuniary- interests may clash, the limits of their respective ter-
ritorial jurisdiction should be settled by treaty or negotiation."
Bro. WiLBER dissents, we are surprised to note, from the Alabama decision that in
the absence of the Worshipful Master from any cause, no power can lawfully inter-
pose between the Senior Warden and his right and duty to fill the East ; holds that
a iHOther may be deprived erf" his rights without trial, or, in other words, to the right
of peremptory objection against his advancement ; thinks that while the maintenance
of an educational college by a Grand Ledge may be a very laudable enterprise, it
may be fairly questioned whether it may not be after all a misdirected charity, and
whether the money it costs might ncjt be more equitably distributed and expended .
properiy holds that the lodge, and not the Grand Lodge is the source of undel^ated
power; thinks it doubtful if it be well to retain a brother on the roll of a lodge
against his will ; deems impolitic the regulation of some Grand Lodges that non-
affiliates may be taxed by the lodges in whose jurisdiction they reside, wherein we
think he has drawn it sufficiently mild ; holds, that inasmuch as the Grand Master can
saispend a Master from office, and even arrest the charter of a lodge, that he surely
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must have power to accept the resignation of an officer under proper circumstances ;
says an objection has neither more nor less effect than a black ball, which if not true,
ought to be ; and repeatedly speaks of a separate ballot for each degiee as the
'• ancient usage," or of a single ballot for all as a departure from it ; which leads us
to suggest that if he will re-examine the subject he will have that notion dispelled >
for besides the direct evidence furnished by printed constitutions and lodge records,
we feel sure that in the practice of the profession to which we both belong, he has
become sufficiently accustomed to reasoning by exclusion, not to see that there
couldn't have been repeated ballotings without something to ballot for ; and the time
when there was only one degree — if such it could then be called — comes down so
near our own that it can scarcely be called " ancient."
WYOMING.
The name of our mother lodge ! Its mention carries us back to the salt breath of
the rough Atlantic, and sets back nineteen years the hand upon the dial of life. But
the Wyoming with which we have now to deal, beckons a still greater distance from
the old, far on towards the peaceful shores of the Western Sea.
In accordance with a published call, the Masters and Wardens of all the lodges
in Wyoming Territory, met in Convention, at Laramie City, Dec. 15, 1874.
Bro. S. L. Mills, of Laramie, was chosen President, and Bro. A. J. Parskall,
of Cheyenne, Secretary.
According to the method of procedure agreed upon, a I'^dge of Master Masons
was opened, Bro. F. E. Addoms, of Cheyenne, the Master of the oldest lodge, pre-
siding, and a Committee on Credentials appointed, who made the following report :
" The committee appointed to examine the credentials of the representatives from
the several lodges in the Territory have had the subject under advisement, and
respectfully beg leave to submit the following. The lodges duly represented are as
follows, viz :
" Cheyenne Lodge, No 16, at Cheyenne, Laramie county, charleied by the M. W.
Grand Lodge of Colorado, October 7th, 1868, and represented by Bro. F. E. Ad-
doms, W. M. ; Bro. J. K. Jeffrey, S. W. ; and Bro. A. J. Parskall, proxv 'ior T.
W. •
" Wyoming Lodge, No. 28, at South Pass City, Sweetwater County, chartered by
the M. W. Grand Lodge of Nebraska, June 23, 1870, and represented by Bro. E. P.
Sno\v, proxy foi W. M.
" Laramie Lodge, No. 18, at Laramie City, Albany County, chartered by the M.
W. Grand Lodge of Colorado, September 28, 1870, and represented by Bro. S. L.
Mills, W. M. : Bro. M. C. Brown, proxy for S. W.; and Bro. J.\mes McGtbbon,
J. W.
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" Evanston Lodge, No. 24, at Evanston, Uinta county, chartered September 30,
1874, by the M. W Grand Lodge of Colorado, and represented by Bro. J. E. Gates
as proxy for W. M. and Wardens.
" Your Committee, therefore, beg leave to submit the'following :
" Resolved, That the brethrenheretofore named are entitled to seats in the Grand
I-odge here to^be formed."
The jeport being adopted, the Grand Officers were then cliosen : E. P. Snow,
Grand Master; J. K.' Jeffrey, Grand Secretary; both of Cheyenne.
The Grand Officers were installed by Past Master J- H. Hayford, of Laramie,
and thereupon the Grand Lodge^of Wyoming was declared regularly organized.
The necessary committees were appointed, and on the following day a Constitution,
By-Laws, Rules and Regulations were adopted. The lodges were numbered anew*
as follows :
" Cheyenne Lodge, No i, at Cheyenne; Wyoming Lodge, No. 2, at South Pass
City; Laramie Lodge, No. 3, at Laramie City; Evanston Lodge, No. 4, at Evan-
ston."
And it was ordered —
"That charters issue from this Grand Lodge to the several lodges under its juris-
diction, and that said lodges be authorized to surrender up the charters under which
they have heretofore been working, to the several Grand Lodges from which they
issued."
The Grand Secretary was appointed Chairman of the Committee on Foreign Cor-
respondence.
The Constitution and Code adopted are in the main excellent, but we are sorry to
see the new Grand Lodge begin with a denial of the right of lodges to dimit a
brother except for the purpose of affiliating with some other lodge, or for the reason
that he is about to leave the Grand Jurisdiction.
The minimum fee for the degrees is fixed at thirty dollars.
The Annual Communication is fixed for the second Tuesday in October.
The proceedings in connection with the organization of the Grand Lodge of Wyom-
ing were in every respect regular, and every essential required by usage complied
with- and the new Grand Lodge is regularly and lawfully possessed of its jurisdic-
tion. A fact that we doubt not the Grand Lodge of Illinois will promptly recognize.
The pamphlet containing the proceedings is elegantly gotten up and printed, its
contents well arranged, and has but one fault — a glaring one — the first names of the
Grand Officers and members are not given in full.
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ADDENDA
low A.
Volume VI, Part II, Annals of the Grand Lodge of Iowa, comes to us in more
sumptuous array than any of its predecessors, having for its frontispiece a photo-
graphic group of the six elective officers of the Grand Lodge. The volume also
contains fine steel portraits of Grand Master RoTHERT, Past Grand Master Aylett
R. Cotton, and Past Junior Grand Warden William E. Miller, the present Chief
Justice of the SupremeJ_Court of Iowa.
The Grand Lodge met at DesMoines, June i, 1875.
Grand Master ChaPiMAN, after a brief exordium, strikes at once into the subject
which seems to have' been uppermost in the minds of Iowa Craftsmen during the
last half year, growing out of his decision prohibiting dancing in the lodge room in
connection with a festival. He thus gives the circumstances out of which the de-
cision grew :
" Since the dedication of the Free Masons' Hall, in the city of Dubuque, Febru-
ary 2ist, 1871, which was closed with a festival and dance, it has been the custom
of the Craft to hold one'or more assemblies annually, at which the wives, daughters
and especially invited guests of the brethren, were present and participated in the
social pleasures of such|occasions, without having the propriety of such proceedings
called in question.
" During the past winter, the Board of Directors of the Free Masons' Hall Asso-
ciation had in contemplation the holding of the usual annual festival, and active
preparations were being made for the same, when a protest was entered to me against
dancing in the lodge room, by a brother and member of one of the Dubuque lodges.
I ruled that, the protest having been made, the dance in connection with the pro-
posed festival, to be given under the directions of the Board of the Free Masons'
Hall Association could not take place in the lodge room. This ruling was not
received with favor by the board, or by the brethren generally in that city, but the
dance and festival were finally abandoned."
He did not desire to deny the fact that much ill-feeling grew out of the matter.
It got into the public press in a distorted shape, by what channel was uncertain, but
much to the regret of the Grand Master and the entire Fraternity of Dubuque.
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However, so far as he and the Craft of Dubuque were concerned, the whole
matter had been adjusted by the unanimous adoption of a resolution by the largest
and most influential, meeting of Masons ever held in that city, including the signers
of a circular which it seems had been sent to the Craft throughout the State. At
this meeting the brethren disavowed all intentional dishonor to the person or office
of the Grand Master in any previous action, even in the issuing of the circular, and
disclaimed all intention of appealing from his decision to the constituent lodges, or
to reflect upon his motives. Harmony was restored, the pipe of peace was smoked,
and the Grand Master and his brethren ate salt together, the evening's exercises
closing with a banquet. The question of dancing in lodge rooms, however, still
remained to be settled by the Grand Lodge.
The protest and the Grand Master's action thereon was based on the following
resolution, adopted in 1856 :
"Resolved, That the Grand Lodge is opposed to the practice which has prevailed
to some extent of connecting dancing with Masonry, or using the name or symbols
of Masonry in connection with a ball."
The subject occupied the time of the Grand Lodge very largely, coming before it
m one form or another no less than nine times. The main question was settled by
the adoption of the following :
" Resolved, That whilst we endorse the action of P. G. M. Chapman, the whole
subject of 'Dancing in Masonic Halls ' be indefinitely postponed."
Fh. 11, after an unsuccessful attempt to rescind the resolution of 1856, the follow-
ing was adopted as a Regulation, by a vote of 405 to 198;
"■Resolved, That halls erected and dedicated to the purposes of P'reemasonry, can
only be used for purposes other than Freemasonry, by and with the unanimous con-
sent of the members of the lodges owning or occupying such halls."
The Grand Master had issued nineteen dispensations for new lodges, adhering
strictly in all cases to the " Tea Mile Rule," of which rule he reiterated the opinion
expressed by him the previous year, that it was working a hardship in many places.
He reports no deaths in the Grand Lodge of Iowa, but alludes briefly to distin-
guished brethren deceased in other jurisdictions.
But four decisions are reported, two of which we copy :
" Query No. 3. Mr. A, residing within the jurisdiction of lodge blank, petitioned
and was rejected, and without a change of residence lodge blank has waived juris-
diction and given us permission to receive Mr. A's petition. Is it necessary to wait
the six months as prescribed by law, or can we receive his petition at our Regular
Communication.
"Answer. Lodge blank has no right to waive jurisdiction. Mr. A. must stand or
fall within the jurisdiction of the lodge where he resides ; there is no shirking of
responsibility in this matter.
"Query No. 4. Blank Lodge, Illinois at the rec[uest of blank Lodge, Iowa, granted
permission to blank Lodge, Iowa, to confer third degree upon Bro. A., who had, as
shown on face of certificate, been elected to receive third degree in blank Lodge,
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Illinois, with instructions to collect the constitutional fee — twenty-five dollars — and
make report to blank Lodge, Illinois. Whereupon tiie Worshipful Master of blank
Lodge, Iowa, being in doubt, addressed me a letter of inquiry, to which I made
answer : If the brother is going to make Iowa his home, then blank Lodge, Illinois,
should give him a certificate of dismissal and let your lodge receive the benefit of
Xho. fee for the third degree. That the one year's residence had no application to a
case of this kind. Your lodge can confer the degree at the request of blank Lodge
Illinois. It appears from correspondence had with our representative R. W. Bro.
Joseph Robbins, near the Grand Lodge of Illinois, that the lodge in Illinois could
not allow the appropriation of their lawful material to pass without submitting the
matter to the Grand Master, through our representative. When the facts were sub-
mitted there was nothing left for me to do but to make decision in accordance with
the facts and the landmarks of Masoniy — that we are not to supplant our brother
(lodge) in this work.
"Ruled, That the brother was the lawful material of blank Lodge, Illinois, and
that blank Lodge, Iowa, should pay to blank Lodge, Illinois, the sum of twenty-five
dollars, and make report of their work in accordance with the instructions received
from blank Lodge, Illinois."
The Committee on Jurisprudence say that in No. 3, the Grand Master has cor-
rectly settled a very intricate question; that no lodge has the power to waive juris-
diction over their rejected material, so long as said rejected material remains and
resides within its exclusive jurisdiction, but if such lodges have concurrent jurisdic-
tion, they can waive their rights to each other.
Of No. 4, they say :
" The decision in this case we find is made in accordance with both law and
equity. The Lodge in Illinois waived no rights and granted no privileges to the
Lodge in Iowa, except such as were specifically mentioned in the commission. It
therefore follows that the Iowa Lodge exceeded the authority delegated to them by
the Lodge in Illinois.
" There is a vast difference between a waiver of jurisdiction and a request to con-
fer degrees. The former releases all control over the candidate and gives him the
right to affiliate with the Lodge that completes the work, while the latter leaves the
candidate under the jurisdiction of the Lodge that elected him to receive the de-
grees. This decision of the Grand Master is made in the case of Blair Lodge, No.
393, of Chicago, Illinois, vs. Bluff City Lodge, No. 71, at Council Bluffs, Iowa. He
has placed in our hands the papers ir this case, and upon an examination find as
follows: That a F. C, .vho had been elected to receive the third degree in Blair
Lodge, removed to Council Bluffs before receiving the same. At his recjuest Bluff
City Lodge asks permission of Blair Lodge to confer the third degree on him.
Blair Lodge, by unanimous vote on August loth, 1874, granted permission to Bluff
City Lodge in words as follows, to-wit: " To confer the third degree upon Fellow
Craft Christian Bosen, of this lodge, who was elected December 15th, 1873, collect
our constitutional fee of twenty-five dollars, and make due return of said fee and
their actions to this lodge." This commission was specific and granted nothing by
implication. The records show that Bluff City Lodge accepted said commission and
conferred the degree, but refused to collect the constitutional fee as directed, and
failed to remit the same or to report to Blair Lodge — acting, as we gather it from
their letters of explanation sC'it the Grand Master — that it was unconstitutional in
Blair Lodge to couple with their permission to confer the degree, the demand that
they collect, remit and report, and therefore set aside and disobey that part of their
commission, but collected ten dollars, the constitutional fee of their own lodge, and
permitted the candidate to sign their by-laws, and then protested that ' Blair Lodge
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was endeavoring to override our ancient landmarks,' by insisting that Bluff City
Lodge shall cany out the powers delegated to them and comply with the conditions
attached thereto. We recommend that Bluff City Lodge, if they have not already
done so, be ordered to remit to Blair Lodge the sum of twenty-five dollars, with the
proper explanation."
In closing, the Grand Master talks thus squarely and sensibly :
" In closing this report allow me to assure you of my continued fraternal relations
with one and all. My official record is before you. If it is in harmony with the
customs and usages of the Order, and consistent with the laws governing the institu-
tion of Freemasonry, approve it. If it is not, disapprove it, — let us have square work,
and avoid, if possible, intricacy and complication. In the discharge of my duty I
have had no hesitation, when the Grand Lodge has, by its action, gotten up a hasty
pudding, or my predecessor furnished the Craft with a hasty plate of soup, hasty leg-
islation or erroneous decisions, to refuse to partake, preferring to correct, rather than
follow bad precedents, holding to this opinion, all things being equal, that a Mason
has rights which we as Masons are bound to respect ; and moreover, that the land-
marks of Masonry are not to be removed, or the customs and usages of the Order
infringed upon, and that the law of might has nothing in common with the law of
right in Masonry."
Grand Secretary Parvin furnishes several of his unique reports. From that sub-
mitted as Librarian, we quote :
" Those celebrated antiquarians and writers, Hughan and Woodford of Eng-
land, and Lyon of Scotland, have been busy among the old records of the past and
brought to light many interesting manuscripts and books which have proved of great
value in elucidating the early history of the Institution in those countries. In some
respects these writers have proved perfect iconoclasts in that they have destroyed
many a fair image long worshipped by the Fraternity in the old fables which have
come down to us as the veritable history of the past. What these brethren have done
for the English speaking nations, Rebold and Findel have accomplished for their
ancestors the Saxon Teutons of the Continent. Some such investigators and writers
are greatly needed for France and Italy, that from their joint labors an intelligible
and veritable history of Masonry in those countries during the earlier ages might be
written. The trash of Oliver, Anderson and their compeers has long enough, too
long indeed, befogged the learned as well as the ignorant."
In a special report on expulsions and suspensions, he details a peculiar case in
which a brother was expelled by a lodge (Dubuque) in March, 1874, the expulsion
being confirmed by the Grand Lodge in the following June, who is shown by the
returns of the expelling lodge for the present year, to have been "re-instated " in
May, 1874, prior to the time when the Grand Lodge affirmed the act of the lodge in
expelling him.
The Committee 011 Jurisprudence report that the author of the following provision
of the Masonic Code, Past Grand Master Guilbert, was Master of the lodge at the
time of its action in expelling and re-instating the brother :
"An expelled brother virtually ceases to be a Mason, and his restoration to the
Order is, therefore, equivalent to the admission of a profane. He must, therefore,
petition the lodge from which he was expelled, and his petition must take the same
course as that of an applicant for the mysteries of our Order. If, when the petition
matures, the ballots shall be found clear, the lodge must then formally petition the
Grand Lodge for his restoration, certify under the seal of the lodge, that said petition
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was made on the authority of such clear ballot. If the Grand Lodge then decrees the
restoration of the expelled, the lodge may, on receiving notice to that effect from the
Grand Secretary', re-admit the party to membership, but not until after he shall have
been re-obligated to the performance of every Masonic ditty T
Rather naturally, we should say, the committee assumed that the Master could
not, therefore, be ignorant of the fact that the action of his lodge was in violation of
law, and in defiance of authority.
The subject went over for a year, a committee being appointed to report all tha
facts in the history of the case; the Grand Master, meanwhile, to issue his edict to
the Master of the recusant lodge, directing him to conform to the judgment of the
Grand Lodge in declaring the brother expelled.
There are some things which cannot be foretold; among them we should reckon
what is likely to happen in Dubuque.
Four times the Grand Lodge has concurred in an amendment to the By-Laws,
striking out the "Ten Mile Clause," submitting it to the constituent lodges for ap-
proval, and four times it has failed from non-action on the part of a portion of the
lodges. The subject having been mentioned by the Grand Master, fell into the
hands of the Committee on Address (Past Grand Master Peck, Chairman), who
showed that the Grand Masters, the Grand Lodge, and the Craft in general, had for
years been laboring under a delusion, and that the "Ten Mile Rule " was not then
and never had been the law of the jurisdiction, never having been adopted or ap-
proved by the constituent lodges. The Grand I,odge concurred, and the obnoxious
rule was unceremoniously kicked out of court.
The Grand Lodge ordered the compilation of a Digest of Masonic Law in force
in the jurisdiction, sub-headed and arranged alphabetically, for the use of the
lodges; and it was directed —
" That the Grand Secretary shall have bound in the back part of such Digest two
dozen or more stub leaves in scrap book form, and upon the adjournment of each
session of the Grand Lodge he shall issue pages corresponding in size and style with
said Digest, containing under proper heads, alphabetically arranged, the decisions
made or approved at such session, and send a copy of the same to the Master of each
lodge in the jurisdiction, who is ordered to have the same pasted in or on the extra
leaves bound in said Digest."
The idea came from Bro. CuMMlNGS, and is an excellent one, if properly carried
out. It will fail, though, unless the Grand Lodge sends out a paste-pot with the
supplementary pages.
The Committee on Appeals and Grievances call the course of a lodge in Missouri,
in expelling a member of an Iowa Lodge, he being at the time within the jurisdic-
tion of the former, " extra judicial," and think the lodge of his affiliation ought to
have been notified, the charges lodged with, and the testimony collected and for-
warded to, and the trial had thereon in it. We know of no reason why a brother
should not be tried by the lodge within whose jurisdiction he is sojourning.
The Grand Lodges of the Indian Territory and Wyoming were recognized; a
congratulatory telegram sent to the Grand Lodge of New York, at that moment en-
gaged in dedicating its new hall; the name of a brother (a proxy for a Warden) in
attendance on the Grand Lodge, in a state of intoxication, stricken from the roll of
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Representatives, and his lodge ordered to try him for the offense ; a resohition
adopted requesting the Governor to call the attention of the Legislature to the ne-
cessity of providing asylums and institutions for the care and training of friendlesr.
and destitute children, especially those who by reason of mental or physical disabil-
ities are likely to be permanently dependent on charitable aid : a praiseworthy
object, but perhaps a questionable precedent; notice given that hereafter no mileage
will be paid to representatives from lodges under dispensation; lodges required to
make inquiry into every known case where brethren outside of the lodge room, deny
the existence of God — to cause them publicly to disavow such sentiments, or expel
them ; fourteen charters granted, and five dispensations continued. Of the charters
granted two were in Dakota Territory, and had not had their dispensations the time
required by the law, but were chartered because of the probability that a Grand
Lodge might be formed in that Territory during the present year, and it was thought
desirable to give them a chance to take a hand. Senna Lodge had failed to send
in a transcript, and, although in Iowa, it was probably thought that its name entitled
it to go through, and it received a charter.
Henry William Rothert, of Keokuk, was elected Grand Master; Theodore
Sutton Parvin, Iowa City, re-elected Grand Secretary.
The following, presented by Bro. Guileert, was unanimously adopted :
"Whereas, Bro. R. Newman, the Most Worthy Grand Master of the M. W. Grand
Lodge, of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, is present among us in his
capacity as a member of the Masonic Order, therefore be it
"Resolved, That the Most Worthy Grand Master direct a Committee of Past Grand
Masters to escort the Most Worthy Brother to the platform, that we may officially
welcome him as the chief of an associate order of great beneficence."
Thereupon Bro. Newman was introduced by Past Grand Masters Guilbert and
Peck, was welcomed to the Grand Lodge (in his official capacity as Grand Master
of Odd Fellows) and invited to a seat on the platform.
We look in vain in the list of Grand Representatives, for a Representative near
the Grand Lodge of this "associate order." The omission will doubtless be sup-
plied, for Iowa always will have some new feature in her proceedings.
Past Grand Master Hartsock presented a report as presiding officer of a " Con-
vocation of Past Masters," and the point of order raised by the Grand Secretary that
the Grand Lodge had no control over such a convocation, or of its proceedings, and
that any report from such is out of order, being overruled, the report was read, and
therefrom it appeared that agreeably to a request of Past Grand Master Chapman,
Bro. Hartsock had opened a " Lodge of Past Masters," and assisted by some two
hundred brethren had passed some twenty-three Masters elect, but that Bro. Isaac
Wilcox clandestinely entered and refused to be passed. The Grand Lodge referred
his case to a committee, and concurred with the report thereof, recommending that
the Grand Master issue his edict forbidding the brother's lodge from installing him,
and empowering it to hold a new election for Master.
This volume of the Annals contains biographical sketches of Past Grand Masters
Cotton and Sanford; Grand Master Rothert, who reaches the Grand East be-
fore the completion of his thirty-fifth year, and William E. Miller, Past Junior
Grand Warden.
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The Report on Correspondence (pp. 68) is by another of those Iowa brethren who
know how to jump at once into public favor, Bro. Henry J. B. Cummings, who
like each of his illustrious predecessors, is the last and- likewise the best of the
famous Hawk-Eye reviewers. He devotes a short chapter to each of quite a list of
special subjects, and then touches the salient points in the proceedings of forty-three
American Grand Lodges, Illinois, for 1874, happily finding a place.
The following from his "Bow," well illustrates one phase of his style :
" The Chairman of the New York Foreign Correspondence Committee, Bro. James
Gibson, speaking of such Committees, says :
' ' They occupy the position of sentinels, as it were, on the watch tower, and seeing a
little cloud arising no greater than a man's hand, watch to see if it increases, and if they
find it enlarging and spreading rapidly, wisdom requires that they sound 'an alarm.' "
"We like that. We are a sentinel, ' so to speak.' We shall watch ! Years ago,
in our Masonic infancy, we used to wonder what these reports were for. Nobody,
'as it were,' seemed to read them, notwithstanding they appeared to be filled with
pleasant chatting back and forth, with here and there a quotation from oration or
address, exhorting to the discharge of a Masonic duty, or rebuking mildly, or other-
wise, some discovered wrong. But we see it now ! They were ' sentinels ' sounding
'alarms.' Our security was not fancied — it was real. While we slumbered and
slept, they were upon the watch tower, and all was well. But our relief has come —
having shouldered our musket, the 7-eader may go to sleep."
Proceedmg with some remarks on the value of Correspondence Reports, he
squares himself for his work, new to him, praying the reader to deal gently with his
" short-f7<ww?'«o-j-."
He is evidently "progressive," and would troulile the best blood in Indiana to
lead him in " keeping up with the procession :"
"Talk as we will, Masonry is not just what it was centuries ago. Then it was
operative, now it is speculative. The reason for the requiring of a " perfect man,"
has passed away, and the rule should go with it. Insisting that he shall be able to
comply with all the requirements of the ritual — what need of demanding more ? It
is time that we should lay aside some of our Pharisaical notions ; cease claiming that
a man is better simply because he is a Mason. He is better if he will live up to its
teachings; it is his life which proves him better or worse than another. Where the
candidate has the ' internal ' qualifications be not too rigid in demanding physical
perfection, for alas ! none of us who have knelt before the Altar of Masonry are
thus perfect.
" We do not counsel going to the other extreme in admitting any and everybody,
however fractional. It is not necessary that the candidate shall have the ' straw-
berry mark' before you will recognize him as your long lost brother."
He thinks our Grand Lodge very wisely refused to go into the parchment business
and require a diploma before visiting; seems to hold that an appeal lies from the
decision of a Master to his lodge; favors one ballot for the degrees ; recognizes Bro.
Pratt, of Michigan, as his long lost brother, by the mark that he does not like
" pomp and circumstance;"' opposes the dogma of perpetual jurisdiction (personal) ;
having seen an imprint of the embossing seal of the Grand Master of Nebraska,
says " the device is a Lion's Paw," with which we agree, as we did with the brother
who said it was a "Wolf's Claw;'' does not manifest a profound regard for the
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CCXXVI PROCEEDINGS OF THE
" high grades ; " agrees that there must be much good in the Eastern Star, if there
ever was, for certainly but little has come out of it ; falls afoul of non-affiliates with
some vigor; says he has discovered that writing a report of this kind is not quite so
easy as he thought it was, and says "in conclusion :""
"If there is any brother in the jurisdiction who is 'spoiling' to try his hand at
writing the report for the coming year, by all means give him the chance. Our ambi-
tion is satisfied.'"
He embodies a valuable Digest of Decisions in his report.
The annals also contain the address of the Grand Orator, Bro. P. G.\D Bryan,
an ably written and valuable contribution to social science, whose conclusions those
who have given most thought to the subject, will perhaps be the least likely to dis-
pute.
Here we close our notice of forty-six American Grand Lodges. We regret the
absence of British Columbia, Michigan and New Hampshire, which with those
reviewed, and our own, make up the fifty Grand Lodges of North America.
We acknowledge our indebtedness to the Grand Secretaries of Florida and Wis-
consin for advance sheets of their Proceedings ; and of Kentucky and West Virginia,
for promptly responding to our request for copies which had failed to reach us
through the Grand Secretary's office.
We avail ourselves of the labors of Bro. JosiAH H. Drummo.nd, for the statistics
herewith presented.
To our brother reviewers — thanks, and Adieu.
JOSEPH ROBBINS,
QuiNCY, III., Sept. 20, 1S75. Commiitee.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS.
ccxxvn
STATISTICAL TABLE.
COMPILED BY BRO. JOSIAII II. DRUMMOND, OF MAINE.
GRAND LODGES.
Arkansas
British Columbia*
California
Canada
Colorado
Connecticut
Delaware*
District of Columbia*.
Florida
Georgia
Idaho
Illinois .
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Kentuckj^
Louisianaf
Maine
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigant
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri .
Montana
Nebraska
Nevada
New Brunswick
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New York
North Carolina
Nova Scotia
Ohio
Oregon
Pennsylvania!
Quebec*
Rhode Island
South Carolina
Tennessee*
Texas
Utah
Vermont
Virginia
Washington
West Virginia *
Wisconsin
-o
3 .
a
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Alabama 10,
9.
165
590
282
965
580
81T
876
112
6231
700
957
285 1
632
684
117
24?
549
7S8
725]
696
409
997
793
794
832
662
268
845'
US
655
782
893
877,
113
278
071
,772
781
;i.30
,040
,922
516
840
,294
,798
681
,963
,760
547'
649
23
655
1,710
107'
372
61 j
177!
1481
849
29
2,740
2,1.S2l
1,317!
543 5
^,6.^9
386,
972!
128'
1,760
1,518
487'
852,
1,576,
48'
275
93
201
373
789
4,899
498
448
l,S62i
155!
2,577
196
159
625
1,067
1,076
85
66
284
572
576
583
380
444
10
21
607
581
508
590
194
39
99
81
14
24
102
47
134
183
522
617
24
21
1,132
1,518
889
1,257
695
98?
521
351
200
.320
1,251
867
1
97
' "ko.n
484
1651
977
235:
881
1,0291 1,050
36 59
267 151
1371 77
38 1 82
801 297
1.643, 1,021
198 236
lie! 152
117|
•291
48
15
"622
1,483
24
100
14
29
91
801
97
917
100
13
280
1,128
1,281
30
151
298
38
141
418
17
27
0
14
0
1
2
1
0
12
135
I
78
144
22
10
51
24
2
5
6
85
3
89
78
1
10
,5
31
Total 585,269 37,984 17,09118,472 1,117 663 12,620 6,857] 3,871
818
216
13
226
299
45
36
§46
115
§85
§486
0
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'430
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§784
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254
7
1
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468
§236
14
§42
35
64 1
246
2,881
101
72
§1,043
41
§690
71
0
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§228
§358
7
35
§216
4
59
250
159
152
6
158
131
10
127
17
41
29
238
1
424
324
115
59
244
186
196
32
267
249
56
205
247
1
14
12
32
149
258
83
149
0
62
54
290
16
1,054
119
495
722
693
25
107
69
108'
885' 1,771
110 191
36! 113
16
89
fi .
40,
77
93
53
290 .
833
702
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24
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102
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91
•35
111
32
109
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•For 1373. t For 1S74. J For 1872. § Including suspensions for iinmusiiiuc conduct.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CCXXIA
PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE BY-LAWS.
Resolved, That Section Two (2), Article One (i), of the By-Laws, be so amended
as to read : A committee of nine on credentials be 'appointed ; said committee to
form itself into three equal divisions ; the lodges to be divided into three equal
parts, commencing with No. i, and each division to be assigned one part, and pass
upon the credentials of Representatives of Lodges in their class only. — W. Bro.
Buck (35.)
Strike out the proviso of Article XIII, Part Third, Grand Lodge By-Laws. — M.
W. Bro. Cregier.
Resolved, That Section Four (4) Article VI, Part First of the By-Laws, be amend-
ed by striking out after the words " clerk hire " the words and office rent. — M. W.
Bro. Ha-wley.
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CCXLVUI REPORT OF SPECIAL COMMITTKE.
REPORT OF SPECIAL COMMITTEE
ON GRAND treasurer's ACCOUNT.
7^0 the M. W. Grand Lodge of A. F. and A. M.,of the State of Illinois :
The special committee appointed at the Thirty-sixth Grand Annual Communica-
tion of the M. W. Grand Lodge of A. F. and A. M., of the State of Illinois, for
the purpose of completing the duties of the Committee on Finance, in examining
and comparing the books, papers, vouchers and accounts of M. W. Bro. Harrison
Dills, Grand Treasurer, for the year ending September 30th, A. D. 1875, frater-
nally submit the following :
We find from the report of finance committee, October 7th, A. D. 1874,
the balance then in the hands of the Grand Treasurer $ 9,629 63
Received from Grand Secretary, as per receipt 26,219 65
Interest on U. S. Bonds ... . 150 00
Premium on coupons 14 oo
Total ;S536,oi3 28
His disbursements appear as foUoves :
Mileage and per diem, (chiefly for Grand Session of 1874), paid as
shown by orders placed in the hands of this Committee, by the
Committee on Finance, October, 1875 $16,447 4°
Mileage and Per diem, (miscellaneous orders issued in previous years),
paid as shown by Grand Treasurer's Report 2,536 90
Special orders paid as shown by Grand Treasurer's Report 11,25587
Cash returned to Lodge No. 529 24 75
" " " — 42 75
Expended for stamps, stationery, etc 73 ^3
Salary as Grand Treasurer 400 00
Balance on hand 5»23i 7^
Total ;?36,oi3 28
We find above balance is held as follows :
United States bonds $2,500 00
Premium on bonds 3'2 50
Currency 2,419 28
Total $5-231 78
We find the Grand Treasurer's account with the Charity Fund, to be as follows :
Balance on hand, as shown by Report of Committee on Finance, Octo-
ber 7th, A. D, 1874 $1,328 00
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CCXLIX
Paid order No. 197, to Altona Lodge No. 330, for James McCormack, as
shown by Grand Treasurer's Report loooo
Balance on hand (currency) 1,228 00
Total ^1,328 00
The miscellaneous mileage and per diem orders, amounting to $2, 536. 90, the
special Grand Lodge orders, amounting to $11,255.87, and one Charity P'und order
No. 197, amount $100, above reported among the disbursements of the Grand
Treasurer, not being in the hands of the Committee, we are compelled to rely upon
the Grand Treasurer's Report, as evidence of their payment. We have, however,
been able to verify the amounts of the special orders, by comparing with scheduled
Report of the Grand Secretary. The committee have made every possible effort to
find the missing orders, but without success.
Their investigations have developed the following information :
Bro. Grand Treasurer Dills had all the orders in his possession up to the day
previous to the meeting of Grand Lodge in October last. Being prostrated by sick-
ness, he sent them by a member of his family to the office of his attorney, who at
once wrapped them in a snug . package, and, without delay, forwarded them by
express to M. W. Geo. E. Lounsbury, Grand Master, Commercial Hotel, Chicago,
where they were by him duly received and handed over to the Grand Secretary, by
whom they were, in turn, placed in the hands of the Finance Committee. On
opening the package, the miscellaneous, special and charity fund orders were
missing. Repeated search for the missing papers, on the part of M. W. Bro. Dills,
has failed to discover them, and their mysterious disappearance is still unaccounted
for.
We herewith submit schedules of the aforesaid miscellaneous and special orders
reported paid by the Grand Treasurer, marked "A" and " B " respectively ; the
Charity Fund Order No. 197, above referred to, being scheduled with the special
orders.
We have likewise taken the precaution to furnish the Grand Treasurer and R. W.
Bro. A. A. Glenn, Acting Grand Treasurer, with copies of these schedules, so that,
by referring to said copies, they may avoid the danger of paying any of the missing
orders, which might possibly be presented for payment a second time.
The mileage and per diem orders now in our hands, having, as we are satisfied,
been paid, cancelled and properly listed, remain subject to be destroyed on the
approval of this our report.
Fraternally submitted.
JOHN C. BAGBY, )
ED. S. MULLINER, [ Com7nittee.
E. C. SELLECK, J
QuiNCY, December 8th, 1875.
GRAND treasurer's ACCOUNT GRAND CHARITY FUND.
Harrison Dills, Grand Treasurer,
In Account with the Grand Lodge of Ills. A. F. & A. M.
Grand Charity Fund, balance on hand at settlement, October 4, 1874 . . $1,328 00
Paid order to Jas. McCormack, October 8, 1874 100 00
Balance on hand, October i, 1875 $1,228 00
CCL
GRAND TREASURER S REPORT
Harrison Dills, Grand Treasurer,
In Account with the Grand Lodge of Ills. A. F. & A. M.
Dr.
To Balance on hand as follows, to be accounted for, United States
Bonds $2,500 00
Premiums on same 312 50
Currency 6,817 13
Cash received of Grand Secretary 26,219 65
$.35,849 28
Interest 164 00
$36,013 28
Cr.
TO WHOM ISSUED.
149
175
177
179
180
181
178
182
183
184
185
186
187
188
189
190
191
192
193
194
195
195
196
198
200
201
202
203
204
206
208
209
210
211
212
218
214
215
216
217
218
219
By cash returned Lodge No. 529.
paid Joseph Robbins
" GilesBro.&Co
' ' James A. Hawley
' ' James A . Hawley
" James A. Hawley
" John F . Burri 11
" John F. Burrill
" H. Dills
" John P. Ferns
" John P. Ferns
" John Bennett
" A. A. Glenn
" P. A. Armstrong
' ' Louis Zeigler
■" W. S. Easton
' ' F. Capus
" F. Hudson
" W.A.Moore
' ' Patterson & Co
" W. H. Burchard
" R. S. McCormack
" H. R. Cobrey
" John Conners
" A. W. Blakesley
" D. & J. B. Brown
" H. Dills
" E.S. MuUiner
' ' Joseph Robbins
" D. C. Cregier
' ' George E . Lounsbury
" E. L. Merritt & Bro
" D.&J. B.Brown
' ' George E . Lounsbury
" John F. Burrill
' ' George B . Lounsbury
" John F. Burrill
' ' George E . Lounsbury
" John F. Burrill
" Lodge No. 707
" Lodge No. 713
" Springfield Printing Company.
" George E. Lounsbury
Amount.
$24 75
42 75
400 00
10 00
250 00
125 00
265 75
813 60
208 34
164 60
145 28
100 00
25 50
7 50
10 00
10 00
10 00
12 00
25 00
25 00
13 25
10 73
4.50 00
23 25
10 00
' 217 45
800 00
25 00
25 00
21 30
11 00
125 00
1.C21 31
523 78
125 00
208 33
125 00
2ns 34
125 00
208 83
20 25
50 00
1,294 53
125 00
Total.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS,
CCLI
GRAND treasurer's ACCOUNT — Continued.
osi
o
TO WnOM ISSUED.
Amount.
Total.
220
By cash nairt John F. TJnrrill
$208 34
125 00
208 33
124 00
140 30
130 20
58 60
125 00
20S 34
125 00
208 33
125 00
208 34
128 00
125 CO
208 33
94 00
125 00
208 34
73 S3
400 00
221
222
' John F. Biirrill
223
' J H. Fawcett
224
' M. D. Chamberlain.
225
' A. F. Darrah
226
' T. J. Prickett
227
228
' George E. Loiinsbury
' John F. Burrill
229
230
231
' John P. Bun-ill ,
' George E Lounsbury
232
' John F. Burrill
233
234
' Charles Shober & Co
235
' J. F." Burrill
236
244
245
' John F Burrill.
$11,797 20
MILEAGE AND PER DIEM ORDERS.
NUMBER.
AMOUNT.
NUMBER.
AMOUNT.
$18 10
NUMBER.
AMOUNT.
Oct. 8, 1875.
$70 80
29
58
1
22 40
30
15 80
59
$15 00
2
7 80
31
14 40
60
33 .50
3
50 60
32
25 40
61
15 09
4
31 90
33
21 10
62
5
20 90
34
11 60
63
40 60
6
38 50
35
64
7
32 30
36
23 70
65
40 50
8
15 80
37
24 70
66
41 30
9
42 50
38
31 80
67
25 40
10
32 30
1 30
35 10
68
15 00
11
81 30
40
34 30
69
65 30
12
32 .30
41
31 70
70
62 80
13
24 50
42
32 10
71
58 80
14
46 20
43
23 40
72
44 30
15
24 50
44
55 40
73
32 60
16
36 10
45
45 00
74
46 30
17
6 00
46
50 00
75
46 30
18
6 00
47
40 00
76
.1..
19
36 80
48
56 40
77
24 80
20
6 00
49
59 00
78
55 20
21
29 60
50
65 40
79
21 00
22
17 60
51
40 00
80
41 30
23
6 00
52
61 50
81
81 10
24
53
40 00
82
25
18 60
54
.52 30
83
28 60
26
6 00
55
61 50
84
56 00
27
6 00
56
60 00
S5
15 00
28
12 60 1
57
86
33 50
CCLII
GRAND TREASURER S REPORT.
MILEAGE AND PER DIEM ORDERS
— Continued.
NUMBEB.
AMOUNT.
NCTMBER.
AMOUNT.
NUMBER.
AMOUNT.
87
$22 10
154 $35 90
221
$31 00
88
44 40
155 22 80
222
82 70
89
25 60
156 25 10
223
19 80
90
46 30
' 157 38 80
224
22 40
91
27 50
158 9 80
225
21 70
92
40 50
159 46 20
226
93
47 10
160 21 90
227
iiio
94
S3 00
161 20 40
228
19 20
95
20 00
162 31 10
229
4 00
96
25 50
163 15 70
230
87 00
97
28 00
164 18 10
231
23 80
98
25 50
165 20 00
232
31 00
99
72 90
166 32 40
233
20 60
100
55 10
167 18 20
234
15 30
101
33 00
168 25 60
235
15 30
102
32 30
169 29 50
236
10 30
103
38 20
170 ' 23 40
237
18 10
104
27 50
171 33 80
238
27 00
105
24 50
172 I 32 50
239
21 30
106
22 90
173 39 00
240
14 40
107
28 80
174 25 40
241
19 40
108
16 00
175 83 10
242
7 80
109
21 10
176 10 70
243
16 00
110
29 00
177 27 10
244
23 90
111
26 40
178 9 60
245
24 50
112
29 90
179 27 80
246
6 00
113
28 50
180 18 70
247
13 40
114
85 40
181 ' 26 10
248
23 30
115
31 80
182 ' 26 40
249
17 10
116
32 40
188 12 10
250
20 90
117
28 90
184 i 28 30
251
19 60
118
18 80
185 1 22 00
252
10 20
119
32 80
186 10 50
253
23 10
120
14 40
187 ; 31 20
254
28 60
121
9 80
188 30 90
255
13 10
122
16 60
189 i 42 40
256
27 60
123
30 60
190 ! 20 60
257
28 90
124
21 10
191 26 00
258
31 70
125
21 40
192 ! 12 00
259
23 20
126
30 90
193 82 70
260
20 80
127
30 00
194 24 30
261
34 20
128
29 90
195 34 30
262
129
25 60
196 24 40
263
23 30
180
30 20
197 1 22 10
264
29 70
131
30 90
198 1 31 50
265
31 70
132
22 ^0
199 17 80
266
34 00 ■
133
20 80
200 30 60
267
11 30
134
25 10
201
268
6 00
135
18 80
202 10 00
269
21 70
136
34 60
203 34 90
270
6 00
137
204 12 60
271
29 80
138
22'%
205 9 60
272
30 40
139
15 90
206 18 50
273
28 50
140
29 60
207
19 20
274
27 20
141
22 50
208
12 20
275
31 40
142
24 50
209
28 70
276
143
38 10
210 1 31 80
277
19 80
144
15 10
211 1 6 00
278
145
14 50
212 1 19 60
279
23 '50
146
28 30
213 11 80
280
26 20
147
22 40
214 i 16 70
281
30 70
148
9 60
215
15 50
282
28 00
149
30 10
216
30 20
283
29 20
150
30 GO
217
21 40
284
35 80
151
8 50
218
25 90
285
17 20
152
19 70
219
40 50
286
27 00
153
20 80
220
31 30
287
84 90
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS.
CCLIII
MILEAGK AND PER DIEM ORDERS Contitmed.
1
N0MBBR.
1
AMOUNT.
NUMBSB.
AMOUNT.
NUMBER.
AMOUNT.
288
$28 30
855
$22 50
422
$23 10
289
356
12 40
443
6 00
290
29 40
357
18 40
424
6 00
291
42 50
358
24 40
425
292
30 20
359
36 60
426
16 '90
298
32 60 1
•S60
27 40
427
16 SO
294
36 80 1
361
9 50
428
36 20
295
20 00
362
20 80
429
39 70
296
28 30
363
21 00
480
15 70
297
30 80
364
32 00
481
18 80
298
17 80
365
21 10
432
6 00
299
17 50
366
41 80 ■
433
20 00
300
24 70
367
21 20
434
10 90
301
19 80
368
33 60
435
11 30
802
28 70
369
32 20
436
12 50
303
24 40
370
16 90
437
30 80
304
9 80
871
18 50
4;38
24 20
805
30 90
372
28 90
4:^9
28 60
306
10 80
373
20 70
440
20 60
307
80 80
374
29 60
441
87 60
308
12 60
375
24 40
442
18 40
309
23 30
876
16 40
443
21 80
810
19 90
377
21 20
444
6 00
311
11 50
378
33 00
445
32 SO
. 812
14 80
379
33 20
446
21 60
318
20 00
880
24 00
447
19 40
314
32 90
881
28 50
448
9 .50
815
29 40
382
12 20
449
89 .30
816
22 40
383
10 40
450
29 30
81T
8 50
884
20 70
451
14 20
818
34 70
885
81 00
452
31 20
319
16 70
886
16 90
453
22 50
820
31 80
887
21 40
454
31 70
821
40 00
888
21 80
455
26 30
322
24 50
889
20 10
456
25 20
823
23 70
390
35 40
457
.32 30
324
15 50
\ 891
22 60
458
31 40
325
11 70
892
84 20
459
21 60
826
19 40
393
22 40
460
29 40
327
28 30
394
30 40
461
28 40
828
12 80 •
395
13 30
462
40 60
829
42 00
396
35 40
463
39 20
880
21 60
397
38 50
464
80 .30
381
16 30
398
32 00
465
31 20
832
IS 90
399
18 10
466
21 30
338
15 20
i 400
28 40
467
80 50
384
31 90
401
15 30
468
29 20
835
32 30
402
15 60
469
38 30
336
30 20
403
21 30
470
23 90
337
10 00
404
81 40
471
18 00
338
25 90
405
25 70
472
20 10
339
406
33 20
478
17 40
340
22 "60
407
11 60
474
11 20
841
11 50
408
25 20
476
9 00
342
16 40
409
26 90
476
31 80
348
15 40
410
6 00
477
85 40
344
25 20
411
82 20
478
30 80
845
412
19 70
479
28 30
346
12 30
413
15 10
180
18 50
347
6 00
414
29 00
481
6 00
348
6 00
415
17 80
482
19 80
849
22 90
416
22 SO
488
31 80
350
27 30
417
12 50
484
21 70
351
8 60
! 418
23 10
485
11 40
352
31 60
1 419
9 80
486
17 00
858
15 90
1 420
27 90
487
88 90
854
1 28 70
1 421
17 80
488
27 50
*33
CCLIV
GRAND treasurer's REPORT.
MILEAGE AND PER DIEM ORDERS — Continued.
4yo
491
492
493
494
495
496
497
498
499
500
501
50-2
5M3
504
505
506
507
608
509
510
511
612
513
514
515
5lfi
517
518
519
520
621
522
523
524
525
526
527
628
529
580
531
632
533
534
535
636
537
638
539
540
641
543
543
544
545
546
547
548
549
550
551
552
553
654
555
$29 30
30 20
39 80
30 40
29 30
19 50
22 70
9 60
27 20
26 no
37 90
'27 20
36 60
37 60
23 50
24 60
20 60
21 40
28 40
34 00
14 60
32 SO
31 90
7 00
18 60
27 (10
18 90
13 (10
23 00
29 40
24 (ilt
25 10
38 80
24 80
10 20
25 40
7 20
27 30
6 00
17 00
33 90
23 20
14 40
27 00
25 20
24 00
10 10
20 20
15'70
4 80
25 10
17 90
27 20
22 80
27 40
21 10
18 20
27 40
2(1 40
14 40
25 60
6 66
12 70
556
557
558
559
560
561
562
563
564
565
566
567
568
569
670
571
572
573
574
575
576
577
57S
579
580
581
582
683
584
585
586
687
588
589
590
691
592
693
594
595
596
597
598
599
600
601
602
603
604
606
606
607
608
609
610
611
612
613
614
615
616
617
618
619
620
621
621
$20 30
29 60
23 90
41 30
33 20
20 40
2(1 30
37 40
27' 50
25 70
12 30
13 00
22 80
25 90
23 00
29 10
39 90
19 30
32 70
22 40
27 10
21 70
16 50
34 00
22 40
20 10
14 10
24 30
6 00
17 50
31 20
22 30
27 90
26 60
27 10
18 30
19 80
15 60
15 10
15 10
6 00
16 20
28 10
26 00
30 20
24 90
26 00
20 90
33 40
27 30
39 90
19 40
23 20
13 80
20 40
15 80
15 30
25 30
10 00
25 80
20 30
6 00
6 00
6 00
NUMBER.
AMOUNT.
622
$29 60
623
22 20
624
12 00
625
26 30
626
29 90
627
29 90
628
22 10
629
35 80
630
23 90
631
IT 80
632
18 60
633
39 60
634
22 20
635
6 00
636
40 20
637
17 30
638
23 70
639
28 80
640
28 00
641
27 50
642
19 80
643
31 20
644
6 00
645
29 10
646
28 40
647
44 00
648
18 40
649
6 00
650
26 30
651
652
83 "76
653
31 70
654
24 20
655
23 00
666
27 40
667
668
28 '60
659
22 50
659
24 40
660
6 00
6lil
18 40
662
12 90
668
20 00
664
665
28 io
666
28 20
667
38 80
668
26 20
669
36 00
67ii
85 40
671
25 10
672
36 10
673
4T 40
674
25 10
675
676
iiio
677
36 00
()78
28 80
679
680
's'so
681
16 40
682
19 00
683
684
34' 60
685
13 60
686
18 10
687
6 00
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS.
CCLV
MILEAGE AND PER DIEM ORDERS — Continued.
NUMBER.
AMOUNT.
NUMBBR.
AMOUNT
NUMBKR.
AMOUNT.
688
$20 20
558
$21 .30
429
$24 50
689
31 60
550
20 20
449
19 00
690
13 80
548
28 80
461
89 50
691
6 00
539
16 :m
493
42 50
692
112
19 50
1 467
29 00
693
26 00
78
28 50
; 696
34 20
694
19 TO
123
26 40
14
20 10
695
6 00
108
12 60 \
27
17 30
198
20 10
; 54
19 90
208
19 20 1
59
12 00
MISCELLANEOUS.
200
27 60
89
22 10
223
27 90
72
28 70
. 229
10 90
81
27 10
209
20 20
197
19 30
86
14 50
472
74 60
802
20 30
124
21 70
538
9 20
811
23 40 1
162
23 70
617
11 70
454
11 10 1
165
28 80
76
23 40
349
25 10
168
17 70
344
25 70
355
27 20
172
13 10
253
21 10
381
23 50 i
174
27 10
71
6 00
399
17 30 1
: 189
22 20
171
8 50
45
29 80
i 205
21 40
38
25 00
! 25
13 50
224
14 10
27
17 30
! 101
24 50
240
14 50
■ 489
23 60
124
19 20
244
19 10
203
7 10
152
16 90
1 245
18 10
137
24 50
174
17 30
251
13 00
104
14 50
180
20 30 1
280
19 20
168
16 80
198
19 40
290
29 80
19
24 00
197
29 70
467
10 80
453
27 80
191
17 10
889
26 80
438
6 00
199
16 20
393
25 10
831
25 30
249
12 00
442
22 10
593
25 40
264
20 10
479
56 50
18
17 90
273
8 40
488
51 20
28
18 00
295
14 20
493
13 70
10
13 40
309
2S 60
494
22 80
86
24 20
313
13 20
499
29 90
357
24 80
318
23 40
508
9 40
562
29.60
33.-)
28 50
563
18 80
385
24 50
363
24 50
574
16 40
273
30 90
414
15 10
597
16 60
510
20 30
420
13 10
Mileage and Per Diem Orders $16,447 40.
" " " " " (Miscellaneous) 11,797 20.
Special Orders 2,536.90.
Total $30,781.50.
REPORTS OF b. D. GRAND MASTERS.
REPORTS OF D. D. GRAND MASTERS.
FIRST DISTRICT.
Office of the D. D. G. M., First District, |
Chicago, September 20, 1875. J
M. W. Geo. E. Lounsbury, Grand Master :
In submitting my report, I find that giving in detail my visitations to the Lodges
over which you were pleased to appoint me as your representative, would be of no
value to the Craft, and will, therefore, submit it in general.
There is a good degree of prosperity and harmony among the Lodges in the First
District. The only complaint that can be made, is, that too many are knocking at
our doors ; and I attribute the cause of this to the attacks on our ancient institution
in public speeches and press, by its enemies, who are jealous and ignorant of its
tenets.
" The tree that bears the best fruit in the garden, gets the most clubs and stones,"
so the profane, seeing fanatical clubs and stones thrown at the great Masonic tree,
rush to gain admission to the Fraternal Garden, to get a taste of its moral fruit.
But few questions have arisen among the Craftsmen, and all have been amicably
settled.
Many of the Lodges have applied the moral chisel in pruning otf many of the
dead branches, thereby bringing themselves down to their true standard of member-
ship of working fellows.
I would specially mention Home Lodge 508, which, at my request, took up the
cases of several non-affiliated Masons, who had grossly violated their obligations as
Masons, as well as transgressing every law in Masonry, and upon a due and impar-
tial trial they were found guilty and expelled by an almost unanimous vote, for
which I think they deserve the thanks of the fraternity. I refer viz., to the Rev.
Chas. Perkins, Rev. R. G. Hamilton, R. Peebles and R. B. Velie.
Yours fraternally,
W. A. STEVENS,
D. D. G. M., First Masonic District, III.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CCLVII
SECOND DISTRICT.
Office of D. D. G. M., Second District, "l
Chicago, III., Sept. ist, 1875. /
M. W. George E. Lounsbury, Grand Master :
M. W. Sir and Dear Brother : — Pursuant to the requirements of Sec. 3, Article
VIII, Part First, By-Laws of the Grand Lodge, I respectfully submit the following
report :
Immediately after receiving my commission I notified the several Lodges in the
Second District of my appointment as D. D. G. M., and of my readiness to answer
any calls made upon me in that capacity.
At the request of the Worshipful Masters elect, I publicly installed the officers of
Hesperia 411, Pleiades 478, and Lumberman's 717, at their respective halls, and was
gratified to observe in each instance the respect manifested for and the interest
taken in the ceremonies by the wives, daughters and friends of the brethren.
I am happy to report that there has been nothing during the past year tending to
disturb the harmony prevailing, as well among the brethren of the respective Lodges,
as between the Lodges, during the past year, the officers and brethren all seeming to
have cultivated liberally the use of the symbolic trowel.
Quite a large number of questions upon Masonic law have been submitted for my
^opinion, most of which have been satisfactorily determined by an examination of
our very comprehensive code of by laws. Such, however, as could not be clearly
determined thereby, I have already submitted to you, and I am happy to state, your
decisions, as well upon general questions of Masonic law as upon constructions to be
given to the various sections of the By-Laws of the Grand Lodge, and their applica-
tion to particular cases submitted, have given universal satisfaction.
As will be obser\'ed by reference to the annual returns of work, the Lodges in the
Second District have not been idle, and I am satisfied the material chosen is good,
and the work done exemplary.
Permit me, in closing, to thank you for the confidence reposed in me by the ap-
pointment to this office, and while hoping my work may meet your approval, I beg
leave to congratulate you upon a year of success and harmony among the Craft, and
satisfactory prospects for the future. Again thanking you for the honor conferred,
I remain. Yours Fraternally,
DANIEL J. AVERY,
D. D. G. M., Second Masonic District, III.
CCLVm REPORTS OF D. D. GRAND MASTERS.
THIRD DISTRICT.
Office of the D. D. G. M., Third District, "I
Chicago, September loth, 1875. i
M. W. Geo. E. Lounsbury, Grand Master :
Dear Sir and M. W. Brother : — As required of me by my appointment as
D. D. G. M. of the Third District, I now submit my report. On the receipt of my
commission, and in accordance with instructions therein contained, I immediately
notified the Lodges in this District of my readiness to visit and to answer all ques-
tions of a Masonic nature whenever requested, or called upon to do so. I have not
received a call to visit any Lodge officially, with the exception of Keystone, Kil-
winning, D. C. Cregier and Harlem Lodges, and these only for the purpose of
conferring the Third Degree ; nor have I heard of any trouble in any Lodge in the
Third District.
Agreeable to a special dispensation from you, at the close of the last session of
the M. W. Grand Lodge, I dedicated the halls of Lumberman's Lodge No. 717,
also, Calumet Lodge No. 716, with the usual ceremonies, to Freemasonry and
Universal Benevolence. The ceremonies were public and followed by banquets, at
which the wives and relatives of the brethren participated.
I was called upon, by their dying requests, to perform the last sad rites of Masonic
burial, over the remains of W. Bro. Jos. Gallagher, Master of Blair Lodge No.
393, also, Geo. S. Middleton, of the same Lodge.
Bro. Gallagher died with his "harness on." Still at work! He called his
Lodge to refreshment, for the purpose of handing the gavel over to the S. W.,
saying to the brethren: " Brethren, I have received a summons from the Supreme
Grand Master of the Universe that I am needed ; my petition has been received and
accepted, and now I must go and take the degree that will be conferred upon all
just and upright Masons. Farewell ! Farewell ! ! " They were both good and
true Masons and Christian gentlemen, and lived and died as such. They lived lives
worthy of imitation. Their virtues should be a beacon light to all.
Quite a number of questions have been referred to me for my advice, which I have
answered according to my knowledge of Masonic law and usage, and if in any
it should hereafter prove I have erred, it will be purely of the mind and not of the
heart.
M. W. Sir, I congratulate you on the general prosperity and harmony that e.\ists
among the Craft, in your Grand Jurisdiction.
In conclusion, permit me to thank you for the honor and confidence you have
conferred in my appointment, and also for the kindness you have extended me on
several occasions, and for the fraternal advice you have frequently given.
Hoping that you may always have the confidence and esteem of the Craft,
wherever dispersed around the Globe, but particularly in this Grand Jurisdiction,
and M. W. Sir, permit me to remain.
Sincerely and fraternally yours,
JOHN O'NEILL,
D. D. G. M., Third Masonic District, III.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CCLIX
SIXTH DISTRICT.
M. W. George E. Lounsbury, Grand Master :
Dear Sir and Brother : — The return of our annual communication brings with
it the pleasing duty of reporting tidings from the Craft. In this district there is little
to report of general interest, other than that the year has been one of reasonable
prosperity, peace and harmony prevailing in all the lodges. No official visitations
have been required of me, and but few letters have been received on questions of
law.
The only official act I have to report is the installation, in accordance with your
orders, of W. Bro. William H. Long, as Grand Sword Bearer, he having been
absent from installation in Grand Lodge.
During the past year the office of Deputy has been one more of honor than labor,
which I think a high tribute to the intelligence of the Craft, and bespeaks a thorough
harmony throughout the district.
Thanking you for the honor conferred upon me, and with congratulations on your
successful administration of the Masonic interests of this great jurisdiction,
I remain, as ever, fraternally yours,
J. C. SMITH,
D. D. G. M., Sixth Masonic District, Ills.
EIGHTH DISTRICT.
Morris, III., September 28th, 1875.
M. W. Geo. E. Lounsbury, Grand Master :
As your Deputy for the Eighth District, I have the pleasure of reporting to you
that no case has arisen during the year requiring official action.
Peace, harmony and fraternal accord have prevailed. I have visited but few
Lodges in the District, but have found those that I did visit in a perfectly harmo-
nious and prosperous condition.
Fraternally yours,
PERRY A. ARMSTRONG,
D. D. G. M., Eij^hth Masonic District, 111.
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NINTH DISTRICT.
Ottawa, III., September 3d, 1875.
M. W. Geo. E. Lounsbury, Grand Master :
Dear Sir and Brother :— Another Masonic year is drawing to a close, and by
the requirements of the commission you kindly gave me, it is my duty to report to
you my Masonic doings. I visited Heyworth Lodge, December 21st, 1874; spent
three days with them; January 2nd, to Streator Lodge, in company with yourself;
January iSth, to Marseilles Lodge No. 417, installed W. M. and Warden; March
1st to Seneca Lodge No. 532, stayed with them six days ; March i6th, dedicated
Masonic Hall, at Streator; June 15th, visited Sheridan Lodge U. D. These com-
prise all of my official acts during the year. Our noble institution is in a healthy
and flourishing condition in this Ninth District.
Again thanking you for the appointment of D. D. G. M., and wishing you health
and prosperity, I subscribe myself,
Fraternally yours,
THOS. J. WADE,
D. D. G. M., Ninth Masonic District, Ills.
TENTH DISTRICT.
Princeton, September 17th, 1875.
M. W. Bro. E. Lounsbury, Grand Master :
Dear Sir and Most Worshipful Brother : — I herewith submit my report as
D. D. G. M. for the Tenth Masonic District. Upon the receipt of my commission,
I notified all the Lodges in the District of my appointment and of my readiness to
serve them when called upon. My official acts have been mostly confined to
answering a few letters of inquiry, which, with your assistance and advice, I believe
have all been satisfactorily disposed of. I have visited a number of the Lodges in
my district, and very often assisted in the work, and I have invariably been kindly
received and welcomed as your representative. No serious troubles have arisen, and
consequently I have not been called upon to visit any Lodge officially, except to give
instruction in the work or to install the officers. The Lodges are very generally
conforming to the authorized or standard work, and I feel warranted in reporting our
noble order in a flourishing condition in the Tenth District. " So may it long
continue."'
Accept my thanks for the honor conferred in the appointment to the responsible
position of D. D. G. M.
Very truly and fraternally yours,
J. H. FAWCETT,
JD. D. G. M., Tenth Masonic District, Ills.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS.
ELEVENTH DISTRICT.
M. W. Gko. E. Lounsbiiry, Grand Master :
Dear Sir and M. W. Brother: — Another Masonic year having passed away
admonishes me to make report of my Masonic labors in the Eleventh District.
It is always a pleasing duty to he able to report prosperity in all departments of
business, and especially so to us in being able to report a general feeling of broth-
erly love and friendship prevailing among the brotherhood of Masons.
Upon receiving notice of my appointment, I immediately communicated the same
to the several Lodges in my District, and held myself in readiness to visit them
officially, if called upon. I am happy, to say that no such call has been made.
I have communicated with and visited many Lodges since that time, and find an
emulation existing among the brethren as to who can best work and best agree.
Rob. Morris, the veteran Masonic writer and traveler, visited my District, in June,
and delivered his Lecture of Travels and Discoveries in Holy Land, to several
Lodges, which was received kindly by the brethren, and I think did much good
in doing away with much skepticism of the great light in Masonry.
I thank you for the honor conferred, and hope the Masonic year has been as
pleasant to you as to myself.
With fraternal regards,
I am your obedient servant,
H. G. CALHOUN,
D. D. G. M., Eleventh Masonic Dhtrict, Ills.
Keithsburg, September ist, 1875.
TWELFTH DISTRICT.
M. W. Geo E. Loun.sbury, Grand Master :
Dear Sir and M. W. Bro.: — In accordance with the instructions of my com
mission as D. D. G. M. of the Twelfth Masonic District, I submit my report.
Immediately upon the receipt of my commission, I notified all the Lodges in the
counties of Schuyler, Fulton and McDonough, of my appointment, and my read-
iness to officially visit them, if requested, and am happy to be able to say that I have
had no official call during the year, from which I am led to infer that plenty, health
and peace reign supreme throughout the Twelfth District.
One small exception to the above, was a slight difficulty in my own (Huntsville
Lodge No. 465). . A brother of said Lodge felt that he had been aggrieved by the
action of said Lodge in suspending him for the non-payment of dues, and appealed
to me for redress in the matter; but, upon carefully reviewing the proceedings of
the Lodge in the matter, I pronounced the action of the Lodge to be regular, and
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advised the brother to make application for re-instatement, by conforming with the
requirements of Section Five, Article Ten, Part Third, of the Grand Lodge By-
Laws, which advice the brother did not see fit to adopt, but took an appeal to the
M. W. Grand Lodge.
Again thanking you for the honor conferred, I am,
Fraternally yours,
W. H. H. RADER,
D. D. G. M., Tivelfth Masonic District, Ills.
HuNTsviLLE, III., August 28th, 1875.
THIRTEENTH DISTRICT.
M. W. George E. Lounsbury, Grand Master :
Dear Sir and Brother: — Everything pertaining to Masonry in the Thirteenth
District, is, as far as I am informed, in a harmonious condition. Lodges are all
striving to do good work. The new Lodges, Rio, Alexandria, and Vesper, are doing
a prosperous l>usine>s. There has been nothing of much importance officially for me
in this district during the last year, except the matter at Knoxville Lodge, No. 66,
which I reported to you last March. Owing to illness and death of my father last
April. I could not visit as many Lodges as I desired, but I have not been called upon
officially by any lodge except Knoxville. Masters, Wardens and brethren have
uniformly treated me with great courtesy and kindness wherever I have visited their
Lodges in this district. Fraternally submitted,
JAS. C. McMURTRY,
D. D. G. M., Thirteenth Masonic District, Ills.
FIFTEENTH DISTRICT.
Office of the D. D. G. M., Fifteenth District, \
Chenoa, Sept. 20, 1875. /
M. W. Geokcje E. Lounsbury, Grand Master :
Dear Sir and M. W. Brother : — In accordance with yc^ur requirements, I
hereby submit for your consideration and approval, a report of my actions as D. D.
G. M. for this district. Immediately upon the receipt of commission, I apprised all
the lodges in my district of my appointment, and my readiness to officially visit any
if desired. I am happy to say that during the entire year, but one official call
was made upon me, but many friendly invitations were extended to your repre-
sentative to visit lodges in the different parts of the district. I have during the
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CCLXIII
year visited many lodgfs, and found a large number doing good work and true.
Some, however, in very unsatisfactory condition. Some are almost disrupted by
discord and contention. Others, by being financially involved, and are near verging
bankruptcy. In both cases I have been sought to assist them in surrendering their
charters and procure for them a dispensation to start anew — always the ultimate
alternative of an unsound lodge. The sooner such lodges cease to be, the quicker
the standard of Masonry will be greatly elevated throughout the land. In my judg-
ment, Masonry is sought and attained too often through sinister motives, and too
readily and cheaply bought, for the general good of the Craft. The usual amount
of questions were propounded, but thanks to our excellent code of By-Laws, all
questions submitted were covered, and all that was necessary was to refer the parties
to the proper sections and articles. On the i2thof February, 1875, I visited Paxton
Lodge No. 416. Found them in somewhat of confusion. Gave them some whole
some advice, and am glad to say they are doing better.
On the 15th day of March, 1S75, I visited Wapella I,odge No. 606, and as per
your instructions, I arrested their charter ; I forwarded their seal and records to the
Grand Secretary, they having no other property or funds to be taken charge of. It
was indeed a sickly lodge, and its exit will prove a Masonic benefit. A report
in detail I then submitted for your consideration and approval. During ihe year I
had' the pleasure of witnessing the exemplification of the authorized work by the
Board of Examiners in the city of Rloomington. The board is doing good work,
and their thorough manner of dispensing light and Masonic knowledge is creditable
to themselves and an honor to the jurisdiction. I am pained to be forced to submit
for your consideration and recommendation two instances of what I deemed gross
infractions of Masonic law and usage :
On the — of December last, I was inf )rmed of the death of W. Bro. Henry
HoNSCHElDT, of Bloomington, one of the tirand Stewards of this Grand Lodge. I
attended his funeral and witnessed the unpleasant results that grow out of the odious
practice of mixed funerals. If burying our dead according to our laws and ritual
can only be done by a regular lodge, then it necessarily becomes a part and parcel
of lodge labor, and can only be done while the lodge is open for work. Now who
would think of bringing into the lodge members of the Knights of Pythias, Odd
Fellows, and other societies, to participate in common with Master Masons in Ma-
sonic work. Certainly no sane Mason would dream of such an idea. Another and
similarly striking feature in the aforesaid funeral was, in my judgment, likewise
unmasonic : When the ceremonies at the grave were to be performed, the Worshipful
Master in charge, stepped aside, and a Knight Templar in full dress took charge and
performed the last sad duty at the head of the lodge. I do not question the right of
the Master in calling a brother to his assistance, neither do I doubt the right of the
brother to accept the proper prerogative, but he should have done so, in the charac-
ter of a Master Mason, and not as a Knight Templar. Indeed, prudence and pro-
priety would dictate that the brother should have laid aside his chapeau and ex-
changed his baldric ior a lambskin, and his gauntlets for white gloves, and in that
fitting garb paid the last sad tribute to a departed brother. I do not object to Knight
Templarism as such, but I do protest agianst that, or any other Order usurping the
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prerogative which alone belongs of right to the Master Mason. My arrival at the
funeral was too late to give any suggestions in the right direction, for the procession
was in motion, a conglomerated mass of Master Masons, Knight Templars, Knights
of Pythias, and other kindred societies.
Another remarkable event took place in the same city, to which I would call your
attention, on June 24th last, in celebrating the anniversary of St. John, to which a
goodly number of the surrounding lodges were invited to participate, and a goodly
number of Masons responded to the invitation. When the hour for moving the
procession had arrived, the Worshipful Master of the oldest lodge in the city, who
was the presiding officer of the day according to custom and usage, failed to be in his
position and appointed some brother in his place as Master of his Lodge. This he
doubtless had a right to do, but it follows also that the brother appointed succeeded
to all the rights and prerogatives that are due a Master of a Lodge.
The Master, I am sorry to say, prepared to adorn himself with a Templar's garb
and joined in the grand display of the gallant Sirs. When the procession arrived
at its destination, one of the Sir Knights mounted the rostrum, called the assembly
to order, put in nomination as Chairman of the Day, a Knight Templar in full rig.
The motion prevailed, it being taken viva voce, everybody voted. Mason and Profane.
Now it IS useless to at length discuss this palpable violation of Masonic law and usage,
but by the same parity of reasoning (as in the former case) that none but Masons m
good standing can join a Masonic procession, then the procession can only be
formed by some regular lodge, and the lodge ready for labor, in which the Worshipful
Master is chief, and he alone can and must preside, unless he calls a brother in his
stead, or the Grand Master is present and sees proper to preside. How would we,
as Masons, feel when in lodge assembled for work, if some members of some other
organization should enter and proceed to elect for us a chairman from their kind to
preside over our deliberations instead of our regular Worthy Master. Surely every
Mason would not feel in place.
In view of these facts, I am compelled to believe that one of two great evils exist
in our Bloomington lodges — that either Ancient Craft or Symbolic Masonryh as lost
that dignity and respect to which it is entitled, by virtue of its being the only true
system of real Masonry ; or, that the officers in charge of the foregoing events are
not sufficiently versed in their duties as Masters and the customs of the fraternity.
In my judgment, the time has arrived when that pernicious theory should be exploded,
that the true test of Masonic worth, merited preferment, is a bird's feather, a brass
hilt, and a pair of spurs. Let the Craft be brought back to the true stand-point and
be reminded of the fact that the emblem of innocence alone is the badge of a Mason.
We shall hail with gladness the coming of the Masonic surgeon who shall apply
his scalpel to all excrescences that have imposed themselves upon the Masonic body
with relentless severity remove from the infested trunk every parasitic bump, what-
ever name or degree it may bear. Then, and then alone, will Symbolic Masonry
resume its former health and functions, and, unhampered with sickly outgrowths, will
march on in the performance of its glorious mission, which is Glory to the Grand
Architect on High, on Earth peace and good will to all.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CCLXV
Excuse this lengthy report ; but I feel it my duty as your Deputy to lay the matter
before you as the facts appeared to me, in order that you may consider them and
make such recommendation to the Grand Lodge as you may deem best. This
Grand Lodge should take some steps in regard to the adulterous practice of mixed
funerals. I am respectfully and fraternally yours,
LOUIS ZEIGLER,
D. D. G. M., Fifteenth. Masonic District, III.
SIXTEENTH DISTRICT.
Kankakee, III., "September 7, 1875.
M. W. George E, Lounsbury, Grand Master:
Dear Sir : — As District Deputy of the i6th Masonic District, I have the honor
to submit my annual report.
Immediately upon the receipt of my commission I notified the several Lodges in
my District of my appointment and readiness to visit them. Although but few of
the Lodges have requested an official visit from me, I have been able to visit
several with pleasure to myself, and I trust with some profit to them. The questions
which I have been called upon to answer have been such as could readily be
answered by reference to the Grand Lodge By-Laws.
The only dormant Lodge of which I am aware in my District is Ash Grove, No.
376, of which I have been' enabled to learn nothing officially; although I have
directed some five or six communications there, requesting reply. None of my
letters have been returned ; neither have I received any reply.
I believe that this District has been doing an average amount of work for the past
year, and I hear of no discord. Peace and harmony seem to prevail.
Thanking you, M. W. Sir, for the honors conferred upon me, I remain,
Respectfully and fraternally yours,
H. C. CLARKE,
D. D. G. M., Sixteenth Masonic District, III.
SEVENTEENTH DISTRICT.
Paris, III., September 1st, 1875.
M. W. Geo. E. Lounsblry, Grand Master :
I respectfully submit the following report of my doings as District Deputy in the
Seventeenth District, for the past Masonic year.
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In accordance with your directions, I sent the different Lodges in this District
notice of my appointment.
Having visited several of the Lodges under my charge, I would report, from per-
sonal observation, that the Lodges are improving in the ritual, and working with
more uniformity. This I attribute to the fact that many of the Lo(^ges have had
instruction from the Grand Lecturers at different times.
I have installed the officers of some of the Lodges in this District, and one
instance I must specially mention. It was the installation of the officers of Stratton
Lodge No. 408, located at Vermilion, in a community where there is quite a strong
anti-Masonic element.
On this occasion the different orders, to-wit : Masonic, Odd Fellows and Grangers,
each held public installations, had addresses, banquets, etc. The result is, a great
change has been effected in that vicinity for the better, showing the opponents of
our Order that it was a useless effort to attempt to stop the onward march of Masonry.
In December last, I received your proxy to install R. W. Bro. Wm. E. Ginther,
at Charleston, as Grand Standard Bearer of the Grand Lodge, which was done in
the presence of a large assemblage of Masons, and of which due return was made
to you.
On the 3d of June last, I laid the corner-stone of the Masonic Temple in Paris,
Edgar county, in the presence of a large number of the brethren and people of that
city, since which time the building has been completed, making one of the most
elegant Masonic buildings in the State.
For your counsel and advice, when questions of difficulty have been presented to
me, I am under many obligations to you. Wishing you success in every undertaking,
I am, fraternally yours,
ROBERT L. Mckinley,
D. D. G. M., Seventeenth Masonic District, III.
EIGHTEENTH DISTRICT.
Decatur, III., September 15th, 1875.
M. W. Geo. E. Lounsbury,' Grand Master :
Dear Sir and Brother : — With the close of this Masonic year comes the duty
of reporting the acts and doings of the District Deputies, and in compliance with
that duty, I forward to you as follows :
As is the custom, I notified all the Lodges in this, the Eighteenth Masonic District,
of my appointment as District Deputy.
During the year I have visited many of the Lodges in this District. I have found
hem in a healthy condition, and doing a reasonable amount of work.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CCLXVII
I have been called to attend two Masonic trials, a report of which has been for
warded to you ; hence it is not necessary for me to go into details here. In one of
the cases an appeal was taken, and the matter will be laid before the Grand Lodge
for decision.
During the year, I have been called upon to perform the sad duty of paying the
last tribute of respect to two brothers, who, while in the full vigor of manhood, were
called from their labors here on earth to an everlasting refreshment in the Grand
Lodge on High.
Allow me to congratulate you upon the success of your administration the past
year, and thank you for the honor conferred upon me.
Fraternally yours,
A. A. MURRAY,
D. D. G. M., Eighteenth Masonic District, III.
NINETEENTH DISTRICT.
Petersburg, III., September 6th, 1875.
M.. W. George E. Lounsbury, Grand Master :
M. W. Sir and Brother : — As Deputy for the Nineteenth District, I have but
little to report for the last Masonic year, having had but one call, and that I could
not attend to in consequence of sickness in my family. I have visited several of
the lodges in my District, and from reliable information from all the others, have
the satisfaction to report all in good condition, peace and harmony prevailing.
I have had a number of questions propounded to me, all of which I have an-
swered by referring to "chapter and verse of the law;" and if the brethren, gen-
erally, would take the trouble to examine the law for themselves, they would find
the most of their questions satisfactorily answered. Our present code is too full,
complete and plain to be misunderstood.
I feel it my duty, M. W. Dear Brother, to call your attention, and that of the
Grand Lodge too, through you, to two offenses, too common among Masons, and of
which I fear the lodges, as a general thing, take too little cognizance, to-wit : in-
temperance and profanity. These offenses are in direct conflict with all Masonic
teachings, and no Mason can plead ignorance for their commission. My cheeks
have often been made to tingle with shame on seeing a brother staggering on the
streets, or swearing, and, perhaps, doing both at the same time. And while on this
subject, I cannot refrain expressing my regrets that so many Masons should be
engaged in the traffic of that which brings about this deplorable state of things. It
is true that the law permits it, but does Masonic teaching justify it? Would that
there were fewer members and more Masons. It would b'e better for the Craft in
general, and for each individual member in particular, and I might add for the
world at large.
Truly and fraternally yours,
JNO. BENNETT,
D. D. G. M., Ninth Masonic District, III.
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TWENTIETH DISTRICT.
Mr. Sterling, III., Sept. 8, 1875.
M. W. George E. Lounsbury, Grand Master :
M. W. Sir and Brother : — I have nothing in the Twentieth Masonic District
particularly to report. So far as I know, peace and tranquility prevail within the
bounds of my district. The Masonic year with us has been rather an uneventful one.
There have been a few cases only, requiring my official interference or advice. These
have been amicably and satisfactorily adjusted.
Yours, Fraternally,
A. A. GLENN,
D. D. G. M., Twentieth Masonic District, III.
TWENTY-FIRS F DISTRICT.
Office of D. D. G. M., Twenty-First District, "(^
QuiNCY, III., Sept. i, 1875. j
M. W. George E. Lounsbury, Grand Master :
I have the honor to submit my annual report as District Deputy Grand Master for
the Twenty-first Masonic District. But little has transpired during the year within
the district of sufficient interest to the Craft to merit record as a part of the Masonic
history of Illinois. I have visited officially the following lodges, viz : Bodley Lodge
No. I, Herman Lodge No. 39, Marcelline Lodge No. 114, Quincy Lodge No. 296,
Luce Lodge No. 439, Columbus Lodge No. 227, and Lambert -Lodge No. 659. I
have received official information from Herrick Lodge No. 193, and Reclamation
Lodge No. 54. All these show healthfulness and a good degree of prosperity, and
with what information I have been able to obtain otherwise, I feel justified in saying
Masonry in the Twenty-first District is decidedly improving.
The new code of By-Laws has exercised the minds of many, and I have fre-
quently been called upon to " rise and explain," As an interpreter of same, I have
been sufficiently successful to meet the approval of all who applied. Yet I cannot
say that all swallowed the pill without a grimace.
Considerable interest is manifested by officers of lodges in acquiring a full under-
standing of the new code of By-Laws, and their adoption has done much va forcing
officers to a better understanding of the laws governing lodges.
I congratulate you on the harmony prevailing in this grand jurisdiction, and the
confidence and satisfaction manifested in your supervision of the Craft. Thanking
you for the honor you were pleased to confer on me, and for other valuable consid-
erations, I remain Fraternally, your Obedient Servant,
E. C. SELLECK,
D. D. G. M., Twenty-First Masonic District, III.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS, CCLXIX
TWENTY THIRD DISTRICT.
HiLLSBORO, III., Sept. 24th, 1875.
M. W. Geo. E. Lounsbury, Grand Master :
I have but little of interest to the Craft in general, to report from this the Twenty-
Third Masonic District. I have made but one strictly official visit during the year,
and that by your direction.
On the 27th of December, 1874, I installed the officers of Mount Moriah Lodge
No. 51, at Hillsboro, and on the 6th of January, 1875, I installed the officers of the
two Lodges at Litchfield, Charter Oak No. 236 and Litchfield No. 517.
On the 2i.st inst., by your direction, I visited Rosemond, Christian county, for the
purpose of investigating the condition of Libanus Lodge No. 699. I made a careful
examination of the Lodge records, and gathered such information as to its condition
as I could, by conversing with several of its members, a detailed report of which
has already been submitted.
Since that time, also, by your orders, I have arrested the charter of Libanus Lodge
No. 699, and taken possession of its effects, and hold same subject to the action of
the Grand Lodge.
As I have not visited many of the Lodges in my District, during the past year, I
am unable to report with certainty as to their condition, but as I have heard of
nothing to the contrary, am of the opinion that they are pursuing the even tenor of
their way in peace and harmony.
Truly and fraternally yours,
GEO. M. RAYMOND,
D. D. G. M., Twenty-third Masonic District, HI.
TWENTY-FOURTH DISTRICT.
Noble, Ills., Sept, 14, 1875.
M. W. George E. Lounsbury, Grand Master ■
M. W. Sir and Brother : — In regard to the Twenty-Fourth District of this
Grand Jurisdiction will say that I have had no official calls the past year, and so far
as I know, all is peace and harmony. The lodges, so far as I know, are in healthy
condition. With my best wishes for the prosperity of the fraternity and this jurisdic-
tion under your administration, I am yours, fraternally,
HENRY PALMER,
D. D. G. M., r-Mcnty-fourth Masonic District, Ills.
* 34:
CCLXX REPORT OF D. D. GRAND MASTERS
TWENTY-FIFTH DISTRICT.
Centralia, III., September 15th, 1875.
M. W. George E. Lounsbury, Grand Master :
Dear Sir : — In accordance with the custom and requirements of our Grand
Lodge, I herewith submit my annual report as D. D. G. M. of the Twenty-fifth
District for the past year.
On the receipt of my commission, I notified the several lodges of my appoint-
ment, and readiness to visit them, whenever called upon for that purpose, and I am
happy to report that my labors have been comparatively light.
On Monday, the 2d day of November, 1874, by virtue of your proxy, I constituted
Rome Lodge No. 721, and installed the officers, and from the zeal and energy man-
ifested by the members of this new lodge, am confident that they will render them-
selves worthy of the confidence reposed in them.
On the 23d of December, 1874, assisted by R. W. Joseph Robbins, Deputy Grand
Master, Harrison Dills, Grand Treasurer, and the officers of several of the sur-
rounding lodges, I dedicated the hall of Barry Lodge No. 34. After the dedication
ceremonies, a procession was formed under the direction of the Grand Marshal, and
marched to the City Hall, where Deputy Grand Master Robbins delivered an able
and eloquent address, which was listened to with marked attention, and was highly
appreciated by all those who were fortunate enough to gain admission. It was an
immense gathering. After the address, a splendid banquet was served, to which
ample justice was done. Right well did the officers, members and ladies acquit
themselves. After supper the occasion was enlivened with music and fraternal
greeting, and as the " wee hours " approached, they began to disperse, all agreeing
that they had had a right royal good time.
These two are the only official acts I have been called upon to perform. Some
few questions have been submitted, which were fully satisfied by referring them to
our Grand Lodge By-Laws.
I have made it convenient to visit several of the Lodges in this District, and it
aff"ords me great pleasure to be able to report that nothing, to my knowledge, has
occurred to disturb the universal peace and tranquility among the Craft in this portion
of our jurisdiction.
In conclusion. Most Worshipful Sir, permit me to return you my sincere thanks
for the distinguished honor you have conferred on me, and my best wishes for your
good health, happiness and prosperity.
Respectfully and fraternally yours,
HIRAM W. HUBBARD,
D. D. G. M., Iwenty-fiflh Masonic District, III.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CCLXXI
TWENTY-SIXTH DISTRICT.
Godfrey, Sept. 30, 1875.
M. W. George E. Lounsbury, Grand Secretary :
Sir : — As District Deputy Grand Master for the Twenty-sixth District, I have to
report that the condition of Masonry in this district is generally prosperous, the
lodges working quietly and correctly. I have not been called upon in my official
capacity to visit any of the lodges, except in case of Collinsville Lodge No. 712.
This was done upon your order, and the report was duly made at the time to you, to
vk'hich I respectfully refer. Very fraternally yours,
JOHN M. PEARSON,
D. D. G. J/., Tiventy-Sixth Masonic District, Ills.
TWENTY-EIGHTH DISTRICT.
Benton, Ills., August 30, 1875.
M. W. George E. Lounsbury, Grand Master :
Must Worshipful Sir: — In accordance with section 3, Article 8, of the By-
Laws of the Grand Lodge, I have the hunor to submit this report as D. D. G. Ma^)-
ter of the Twenty-Eighth Masonic District. Upon receiving my commission I ini.
mediately notified the lodges in this district of my appointment, and readiness to visi'
them officially if requested. My official labors have consisted in installing the offi-
cers of Ewing Lodge No. 705, and deciding questions of Masonic law.
Frankfort Lodge No. 567 committed the absurdity of finding a member guilty of
" Drunkenness and other unmasonic conduct," and failing to fix any punishment.
Upon receiving ncjtice of the fact, I caused the members of the lodge to be sum-
moned to appear at the next regular communication of the lodge thereafter, and a
new vote to be taken, when the Lodge decided that the brother should be repri-
manded.
I have had the pleasure of visiting a number of the Lodges within this jurisdic-
tion during the past year, and have made diligent inquiry as to the others, and find
that peace and prosperity prevail.
Allow me to congratulate you on the fraternal good will and harmony prevailing
in this grand jurisdiction. With assurance of my continued confidence and esteem,
I am fraternally yours,
D. M. BROWNING,
D. D. G. M., Twenty- Eighth Masonic District, Ills.
CCLXXII REPORTS OF D. D. GRAND MASTERS
TWENTY-NINTH DISTRICT.
Office of the D. D. G. M., Twenty-Ninth District, ,
Fairfield, III., Sept. 26, 1875. /
M. W. Georde E. Lounsbury, Grand Master :
Dear Sir and M. W. Brother : — I have the pleasure of reporting Masonry gen-
erally prosperous and growing stronger in my district, so far as I have been in-
formed, not having been called to make any official visit during the past year. I
can but believe that harmony prevails generally. Again, thanking you for the honor
conferred on me, I am fraternally yours,
L. D. BENNETT,
D. D, G. M., Twenty- Ninik Masonic District, Ills.
THIRTIETH DISTRICT.
Cairo, Sept. i, 1875.
M. W. George E. Lounsbury, Grand Master :
M. W. and Dear Sir : — The Lodges in the Thirtieth District vi^ere notified in
t he usual manner of my appointment as District Deputy, and my readiness to serve
them as such. During the entire year not one word of complaint has been received
nor have I heard of any disturbing element in my district. My private engage-
ments have been such that it has been impossible for me to make the fraternal visits,
to the several Lodges I had anticipated. This I regret exceedingly, as I am sure
such visits would have been both pleasant and profitable to myself.
In surrendering the authority you conferred upon me as your Deputy, permit me
to congratulate you upon the success of your administration and to thank you for
your uniform courtesy in all our official and personal intercourse.
Fraternally yours,
P. W. BARCLAY,
D. D. G. M., Thirtieth Masonic District, Ills.
D. D. GRAND MASTERS.
CCLXXIII
DISTRICTS AND D. D. GRAND MASTERS
FOR THE YEAR 1875-6.
W. A. Stevens.
D. J. Avery.
John O'Neil.
Chicago, Cook Co.
Chicago, Cook Co.
Chicago, Cook Co.
J. B. Babcock.
L. L. Miinn . ..
J. C. Smith
J. V. Thomas
Perry A . Armstrong .
Thos. J. Wade
J. H. Fawcett .
11 H. C. Cleveland
12 Wm. H. H Rader .
Rowley Page
W. H. Eastman. .
Louis Zeigler
Haswell C. Clark.
R. L. McKinlay..
A. A.. Murray
John Bennett
A. A. Glenn.. .
E. C. Selleck...
Geo. W. Davis.
Geo. M. Raymond
Henry Palmer
H. W. Hubbard .
Jno. M. Pearson.
J. Douglas
28 1 C. H. Patton..
I
I
29 L. D. Bennett.
P. W. Barclay.
Marengo, McHenry Co..
Freeport, Stephenson Co.
Galena, Jo Daviess Co
Dixon, Lee Co
Morns, Grundy Co
Ottawa, LaSalle Co
Princeton, Bureau Co...
Rock Island, R. I. Co....
Huntsville, Schuyler Co.,
Galesburg, Knox Co
Peoria, Pi-oria Co
Chenoa, McLean Co
Kankakee, Kankakee Co,
Paris, Edgar Oo
Decatur, Macon Co
Petersburg, Menard Co .
Mt. Sterling, Brown Co .
Quincy, Adam;" Co
(JarroUton, Greene Co
Litchfield, Montgm'y Co
Noble, Richland Co
Centralia, Marion Co ...
Godfrey, Madison Co
Chester, Randolph Co
Mt. Vernon, Jefferson Co
Fairfield, Wayne Co
Cairo, Alexander Co
I "South Chicago" and all that
part ot Cook'icounty lying
' south of the Chicago nver and
east of the Illinois and Michi-
gan Canal.
A.11 that part of West Chicago
and the county of Cook lying
^ sou^Aof the "Fulton Branch"
I of the Chicago and North
Westorn R R and iv(s( of the
Illinois and Michigan Canal
All that part of the city of Chi-
cago and the county of Cook
lying north of the Fulton
Branch of the C. & N.W.R.R.
Kane, McHenry and Lake.
Boone, Winnebago and Stephen-
son.
Jo Daviess, Carroll and White-
' side.
jOgle. Lee and DeKalb.
[Kendall, DuPage, Will and
Grundy.
ILaSalle and Livingston.
jBureau, Putnam, Marshall and
I Stark.
Henry, RocK Island and Mercer.
McDonough, Fnlton and Schuy-
i ler.
!Knox, Warren and Henderson.
Peoria, Woodford and Tazewell.
McLeiin, DeWitt and Ford
KanKakee, Iroquois and Ver-
milion.
Champaign, Douglas, Edgar
and Coles.
Piatt, Moultrie, Macon and Lo-
gan.
Mason, Menard, Sangamon and
Cass
Brown, Morgan, Scott and Pike.
Adams and Hancock.
Calhoun, Greene, Jersey and
Macoupin.
.Montgomery, Christian and
Shelby.
Cumberl«nd, Clark, Crawford,
Jasper, Richland and Law-
rence.
Clay, Effingham, Fayette and
Marion.
Bond, Clinton and Madison.
St. Clair, Monroe and Ran-
dolph
Washington, Jefferson, Frank-
lin. Perry, Jackson and Wil-
liamson.
Wayne, Edwards, Wabash,
White, Hamilton, Saline and
Giillatin.
Hardin, Pope, Masaac, John-
son, Union, Pulaski and Alex-
ander.
CCLXXIV
LIST OF REPRESENTATIVES.
LIST OF REPRESENTATIVES
TO AND FROM OTHER GRAND LODGES.
GRAND LODGES.
REPRESENTATIVE TO.
REPRESENTATIVE PROM.
Alabama Daniel Sayre j James A. Hawley.
Arkansas E.H.English John Bennett.
British Columbia ! Simeon Duck Loyal L Munn.
CalUbi-nia I Alex. G Abell
Canada ...| \Vm. M. Wilson
Colorado i Henry M. Teller
Connecticut James S. Gould
Delaware j Daniel Godwin
District of Columbia , C. F. Stansbury
Florida i D. C. Dawkins
Geor2;ia ' Samuel Lawrence
Indiu^na ' S. D. Biivless
Idaho ' J. W. Urovvn •. ...
Iowa Joseph Chapman ] Joset)h Rolibins
Kansas | John H. Uiown I Harrison Dills.
Kentucky 'I'hos. J. Pickett
Louisiana i J. Q. A. Fellows i Ira A. W. Buck
Wiley M. Egan.
J«mes A. Hawley.
Dewitt C Cregier.
George E Lounsbury.
Dcwitt C. Cregier.
O H. Miner.
W. J. A. DeLancey.
Dewitt C. Cregier.
John F. Bun 111.
Maine
Maryland i John A. Berry ..
Henry Chamberlain
A. T. C. Pierson —
Martin Collins
Cornelius Hedges
Geo. H. Thrummel.
Horace Chase ,
Thos. J. Corson
James E. Morrison . .
Robt. W. BoUen....
D. W. Bain
J. Schofield
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska ...
New Hampshire.
New Jersey
New York
Nevada
North Carolina..
Nova Scotia
Ohio
Oregon
Pennsylvania
Quebec
Rhode Island . .
South Carolina..
Tennessee
Texas '
Utah
Vermont 1 J. B. Hollenbeck
Virginia 1 John Dove
Washington | •
West Virginia ! Thos. H Logan
Wisconsin i L. M. Tracey . .
Daniel Wadsworth.
D A. Cashman.
Hewitt C. Cregier.
Wm. Lavely.
Dewitt C. Cregier.
Jerome R. Gorin.
H. W. Hubbard.
John M. Piilmer.
Ira A. W. Buck.
W. B. Allen.
John C. Smith,
.lames C. Luckey.
B Jennings
Richartl Vaux . ..
G H. Borlack
Thomas A. Doyle.
A. G. Mackey
J. Frizzell
Philip C Tucker..
James Lowe
O. H. Miner.
O. H. Miner.
John M. Pearson.
Ira A. W. Buck.
James A. Hawley.
Asa W . Blakesley.
Ira A. W. Buck.
James Lowe
G. W. Barnard.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS.
PERMANENT MEMBERS.
M. W. Bro. Levi Lusk, P. G. M., Rushville, No. 9.
M. W. Bro. William Lavely, P. G. M., Springfield, No. 4.
M. W. Bro. Harrison Dills, (G. T.) P. G. M., Bodley, No. i.
M. W. Bro. Ira A. W. Buck, P. G. M., Jerusalem Temple, No. 90.
M. W. Bro. Jerome R. Gorin, P. G. M., Macon, No. 8.
M. W. Bro. Dewitt C. Cregier, P. G. M., Blaney, No. 271.
M. W. Bro. James A. Hawley, P. G. M., Friendship, No. 7.
M. W. Bro. George E. Lounsbury, G. M., Cache, No. 290.
R. W. Bro. Edward R. Roe, P. D. G. M., Wade Barney, No. 512.
R. W. Bro. Ben. L. Wiley, P. D. G. M., Makanda, No. 434.
R. W. Bro. James H. Matheny, P. D. G. M., Springfield, No. 4.
R. W. Bro. John C. Baker, P. D. G M., Waukegan, No. 78.
R. W. Bro. Nathan W. Huntley, P. D. G. M., Hesperia, No. 411.
R. W. Bro. Charles Fisher, P. D. G. M., Central, No. 71.
R. W. Bro. Isaac R. Diller, P. S. G. W., Central, No. 71.
R. W. Bro. Andrew J. Kuykendall, P. S. G. W., Vienna, No. 150.
R. W. Bro. Asa W. Blakesley, P. S. G. W, Bodley, No. i.
R. W. Bro. Edwin F. Babcock, P. S. G. W., Summerfield, No. 342.
R. W. Bro. Adam Brewer, P. J. G. W., Pacific, No. 400.
R. W. Bro. Carlton Drake, P. J. G. W., Landmark, No. 422.
R. W. Bro. William H. Turner, P. J. G. W., Oriental, No. :i3.
R. W. Bro. Elijah M. Haines, P. J. G. W., Waukegan, No. 78.
R. W. Bro. Horace Hayward, P. J. G. W., Olney, No. 140.
R. W. Bro.'james C. Luckey, P. J. G. W., Mystic Tie, No. 187.
R. W. Bro. Joseph Robbins, D. G. M., Quincy, No. 296.
R. W. Bro. W. J. A. DeLancey, S. G. W., Centralia, No. 201.
R. W. Bro. Henry E. Hamilton, J. G. W., Lincoln Park, No. 611.
CCLXXVI PERMANENT MEMBERS OF THE
FORMS.
NUMBER I.
PROXY OF THE MASTER, OR EITHER OF THE WARDENS.
I, of ... . Lodge, No . . . , do hereby appoint Bro my
representative to act and vote in my name in the Grand Lodge of A. F. and A.
Masons of the State of Illinois, at the Annual Communication to be holden at Chi-
cago, on the first Tuesday in October next.
Given under my hand and seal at . . . , this . . day of . . , A. L. 58 . .
^ [SEAL.]
NUMBER IL
PROXY OF MASTER AND WARDENS, OR ANY TWO OF THEM.
We, the undersigned. Master and Wardens of Lodge, No . . . . , do
hereby appoint Bro our representative, to act and vote in our names in
the Grand Lodge of A. F. and Accepted Masons of the State of Illinois, at the
Annual Communication to be holden at Chicago, on the first Tuesday in October
next.
Given under our hands and seals at . . . , this . . . day of . . . , A. L. 58 . .
W. M. [SEAL.]
S. W. [SEAL.]
J. W. [SEAL.]
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CCLXXVII
NUMBER III.
FORM OF PEXrriON FOR A NEW LODGE.
To the M. IV. Grand Master of Masons of the State of Illinois :
We, the undersigned, Master Masons in good standing, having the prosperity of
the Craft at heart, are anxious to exert our best endeavors to promote and diffuse the
geiuiine principles of Freemasonry; and that fuller opportunity for the same may be
afforded us, are desirous of forming a newr Lodge at in the
County of and State of Illinois, to be named
The Brother named herein for Master is competent to open and close a Lodge in the
degrees of Entered Apprentice, Fellow Craft and Master Mason, and to confer each
of the said degrees according to the forms required by the Grand Lodge of Illinois,
correctly aad in full, a certificate of which, from R. W. Brother
Grand Lecturer, accompanies this petition. Said Brother is otherwise
well ([ualified to discharge the duties of his station. We have also procured a suita-
l)le and safe room wherein to practice Masonic rites, with convenient ante-rooms
connected therewith, a plat and description of which, together with a statement of
the ownership, use and occupancy of the building in which the same is situated, ac-
companies this petition.
The material in the town (ur city) where the said Lodge is proposed to be located,
is amjily sufficient to build up and sustain a healthy and reputable Lodge, respectable
both in character and in numbers, and no other Lodge will be materially injured by
the contemplated new Lodge. The population of said town (or city) of
is as shown by the latest official enumeration, and the number of Lodges
now established in said town (or city) is
We therefore, with the approbation and recommendation of Lodge*
No. . . . , located at miles, Lodge, No
located at , • • miles, Lodge No . . . located at ... .
, . . . miles from our proposed location, which are the three nearest
Lodges (or the three oldest Lodges in said city), respectfully pray for a dispensation
empowering us to meet as a regular Lodge at aforesaid, on the ....
day of every month, there to practice the rites of Freemasonry in a constitutional man-
ner, agreeable to the original forms of the Fraternity and the laws of the Grand
I,odge. We do nominate and recommend Bro to be the first Mas-
ter, Bro to be the first Senior Warden, and Bro
to be the first Junior Warden of said Lodge.
The prayer of this petition being granted, we promise a strict obedience to the
commands of the Grand Master, and to the Laws and Regulations of the Grand
Lodge, A. D. i8 . A. L. 58 .
NOTE. — This petition must be signed by at least eight Master Masons, and must
have the separate recommendation of the three nearest Lodges, or if in a town or
city where three or more Lodges have been established (except the city of Chicago),
of the three oldest Lodges in such town or city. The proposition to recommend
must be laid over four weeks for final action, and must receive the vote of at least
two-thirds of the members present at a regular communication. The sum of One
Hundred Dollars, which is to be in full of dispensation and charter fee, must be paid
to the Grand Secretary before a dispensation can be issued.
*35
CCI>XXVIII FORMS OF THE
NUMBER IV.
FORM OF CERTIFICA FE OF A LODGE CONSENTING TO THE FORMATION OF A NEW
LODGE AND RECOMMENDING THE PETITIONERS.
To the M. W. Grand Master of Masons of the State of Illinois :
This is to certify that the petition of Brethren (here name all the petitioners) to
form a new Lodge at the same being .... miles from the location
of this Lodge, having been submitted to Lodge No ... on
the . . . . day of A. D. l8 . . , A. L. 58 . . , and laid over
until the day of next ensuing, for consultation and
consideration, w^as, on the latter named day (the same being at a regular meeting of
said Lodge) voted upon, and said petition recommended by a vote of ayes
to noes, the whole membership of said Lodge being .... Therefore,
the Master, Wardens and Brethren of said Lodge cheerfully recommend said peti-
tioners to the Grand Master as well known and approved Master Masons in good
standing, and certify to the truth of all the matters and things set forth in their peti-
tion. Not doubting that they will be more useful in a new Lodge, their petition is
approved, and it is recommended that its prayer be granted.
A. B., Master.
Attest :
C. D., Secretary.
[seal.]
NUMBER V.
FORM OF PETITION FOR MEMBERSHIP IN A LODGE.
To the W. Master, Wardens and Brethren of . . . Lodge A'o. . . A. F. and A. M:
The petition of the subscriber respectfully represents that he was made a Master
Mason in Lodge No . . . , working under the jurisdiction of the Grand
Lodge of ; that he is now in good standing, and was last a member of
I^odge No. . . . , in the town of and State of
from which he has regularly withdrawn, a certificate of which, from the Secretary
of said Lodge, accompanies this, his petition ; and he now prays admission as a mem-
ber of your Lodge, if found worthy. His place of residence is at ; his
occupation is that of a
[Signed.] A. B.
18 . .
Recommended by Breth.
C. D.
E. F. \ Master Masons.
G. H.,
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CCLXXIX
NUMBER VI.
FORM OF PETITION TO BE MADE A MASON.
To the Worshipful Master, Wardens and Brethren of . . . Lodge No . . A. F. and
A. Masons:
The petition of the subscriber respectfully represents that having long entertained
a favorable opinion of your ancient Institution, he is desirous, if found worthy, of
being admitted a member thereof; and if admitted, he promises a cheerful compli-
ance with all the ancient usages and customs of the Fraternity. He has never
petitioned any other Lodge for initiation. [In case of having previously petitioned
for initiation, the petition must so state, giving the name, number and location of
the Lodge, and the date of the same as near as recollected.] His place of residence
is his age is ... . years; occupation (or profession) is that
of
[Signed.] A. B.
Recommended by
C. D.
E. F. y Master Masons.
G. H.,
NUMBER VII.
FORM OF INTERROGATORIES TO BE PROPOUNDED TO A CANDIDATE FOR INITIATION.
1. Do you seriously declare, upon your honor, before these gentlemen, that un-
biased by friends, and uninfluenced by mercenary motives, you freely and voluntarily
offer yourself a candidate for the mysteries of Masonry ?
2. Do you seriously declare, upon your h )nor, before these gentlemen, that you
are prompted to solicit the privileges of Masonry by a favorable opinion conceived
of the Institution, a desire of knowledge, and a sincere wish of being serviceable to
your fellow-creatures ?
3. Do you sincerely declare, upon your honor, before these gentlemen, that you
will cheerfully conform to all the ancient established usages and customs of the
Fraternity ?
4. Do you believe in a Supreme Being, the Creator and Governor of the Uni-
verse ?
5. Have you at any time applied to any Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons
for initiation ?
6. Has your petition for initiation been rejected by any Lodge of Free and Ac -
cepted Masons ? *
OCT. XXX FORMS OF THE
NUMBER VIII.
FORM OF DIMIT.
To ali Free and Accepted Masons io whom this ffiay cotne, the Worshipful Master,
Wardens and Brethren of Lodge No . ., send Fraternal Greeting :
Know Ve, that Bro ......... a member of said Lodge, in good stand
ing and clear of the Lodge books, at his request, is duly dimitted from membership
in this Lodge.
Witness my hand, and seal of said Lodge, this .... day of ,
A. D. iS . . .
Sec.
[seal.]
NUMBER IX.
Hall of Lodge No . . , A. L. 58 . .
Brother
Vou are hereby summoned to attend a Communication of this Lodge on . . . day
evening, being the . . . day of A. L. 5S . . . , at . . .
o'clock, at the usual place of meeting. Object of the meeting
By order of the
Given under my hand and seal of said Lodge, this day of
.' . . . . A. L. 5S . .
Sec.
* NOTE. — If the fifth interrogatory is answered in the negative, the sixth should
be omitted. If the sixth interrogatory be answered in the affirmative, it will be
proper then to ascertain where and when he was rejected.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CCLXXXI
SERVICE OF SUMMONS.
I have served the within summons by , on the day
of A. L. 58 . .
Witness my hand, this day of , A. L. 58 . .
[Signed.]
CCLXXXII
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS.
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CCC REPORT OF COMMITTEE.
REPORT OF COMMITTEE.
To (he M. W. Grand Lodge of A. F. and A. M., of the State of Illinois :
Your Committee to whom was referred the duty of preparing appropriate services
to he observed in constituting new Lodges, installing officers, dedicating Masonic
Lodge halls, and laying corner-stones of public edifices, submit the follo-wnng :
In compiling the ritual for the ceremonies referred to, your Committee has not
intended to materially depart from the forms laid down in the Masonic text books
of the day ; many of which, however, contain but little more than the mere ritual
to be used, while the instruction as to how to properly conduct the ceremonies is
not as full and complete as seems to be desirable.
Your Committee have therefore simply endeavored to give in a practical form,
fuller and more minute instructions, for the purpose of aiding those who may be
called upon to officiate in the ceremonies treated.
In arranging the matter herewith submitted your Committtee has drawn largely
from the text of corresponding ceremonies, in use by the M. W. Grand Lodges of
Massachusetts, Ohio and Missouri, and also from the work entitled " The General
Ahiman Rezon," by Brother Daniel Sickles.
It is believed many of the instructions given in connection with the ritual sub-
mitted has not heretofore been published, they being the result of an extended
personal experience by your Committee in the ceremonies referred to. We there-
fore submit the matter with the hope that in its present form it will be found in
some degree calculated to meet a want long felt in our jurisdiction.
Fraternally,
DEWITT C. CREGIER, ]
GEORGE O. IDE,
A. W. ADAMS, j" Committee.
JOHN M. PEARSON, |
EDWARD COOK, J
CEREMONIALS
COMPILRD FOR USE OF
LODGES WORKING UNDER lURISDlCTION
M. \^^. GRAND LODGE
ANCIENT FREE AND ACCEPTED MASONS
STATE OF ILLINOIS.
EMBRACING
THE CEREMONIES OF INSTALLATION OF GRAND OFFICERS,
INSTITUTING LODGES UNDER DISPENSATION, CONSTI-
TUTING LODGES UNDER CHARTER, INSTALLA-
TION OF OFFICERS, DEDICATING MASONIC
LODGE HALLS. LAYING CORNER
STONES OF PUBLIC EDIFICES.
COMPILED AND ARRANGF-D BY THE COMMITTEE.
INSTALLATION OF GRAND OFFICERS.
A Past Grand Master takes the Chair, as installing officer, and says :
Brethren of the Grand Lodge of Illinois, we are now prepared
to install your Grand officers for the ensuing year. Brother Grand
Secretary, you will announce the names of the hrethren who have
been elected and appointed to till the se\eral stations of this Grand
Lodge.
As the names are called the officers elect should take position in line, near the
presiding officer.
Grand Marshal. Most Worshipful Grand Master, the officers
elect are before you.
Presiding Officer. Brethren, you have heard the names of
your officers elect reported by the Grand Secretary. If any mem-
ber of the Grand Lodge knows of any just reason why either of
these officers should not be installetl, let him speak now, or forever
after be silent.
If no objection be made, he proceeds :
We are happy to observe that you still approve the choice made,
and we will now proceed to install them.
The Grand officers elect will be seated.
CEREMONIALS.
Presiding Officer. Brother Grand Marshal, you will present
the Grand Master elect.
Grand Marshal. Most Worshipful Grand Master, I have .the
honor to present Brother for installation, who has
been duly elected Most Worshipful Grand Master of Masons of
the State of Illinois.
Presiding Officer. As we are now upon the threshold of a
great and important undertaking, Masonic teachings require that
we should bow in solemn prayer, with our Right Worshipful
Grand Chaplain.
Grand Chaplain, Let us pray.
The following, or an appropriate extemporaneous prayer may be given :
Eternal Source of Life and Light! We humbly implore Thy
divine favor upon this occasion, and upon the institution in whose
services we are now engaged. Make it yet more helpful and ben-
eficial to our race, and inspire all who are connected with it with
an ardent love to Thee, to each other, and to every member of the
human family. Bless now Thy servant before Thee, who is about
to assume a new and important relation to his brethren. Give him
wisdom, give him strength, give him love. Enable him so to bear
rule, that he may keep in view the best interests of the great broth-
erhood, now about to be committed to his charge. Teach him to
feel that he is about to assume great and trying responsibilities, and
enable him so to discharge them as to win all hearts. Grant Thy
blessing upon the brethren who are to be associated with him in
otHce. May they feel a just sense of their accountability to Thee
and to the Fraternity; and may they ever be faithful and zealous,
and assist to uphold the hands of their chief in all good deeds. In
Thee, U God, as in the days of an apprenticeship, do we put our
-trust. Be Thou our friend, conductor and guide in the unseen
vicissitudes oi life before us, and bring us all at last to see the Great
GKAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CCCV
Light, inaccessible and full of glory, in Thy presence, where we
shall behold Thee with unclouded vision for evermore. Amen.
Response by the brethren. So mote it be.
Presiding Officer. Most Worshipful Brother, we most cor-
dially congratulate you upon your election {or re-election^ to this,
the most distinguished and important office within the gift of Ma-
sons. The confidence displayed by the members of the Grand
Lodge in electing {or again electing^ you to supreme command,
is an ample guarantee to the Masonic world, of your wisdom and
your worth. You cannot, my brother, but be aware of the deep
and solemn importance of the station you are now about to assume,
(or re-assume,) nor of the many cares and perplexities which
attend its unequalled honors. These perplexities, however, will
be greatly alleviated by the affectionate sympathy and active assist-
ance of your brethren, who have full confidence that you will dis-
charge the important duties of your station with credit to yourself
and honor to the Fraternity. I will now proceed to administer to
you the obligation pertaining to your office.
The members of the Grand Lodge are called up.
You solemnly promise, in the presence of Almighty God, and
of this Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons, that you will,
to the best of your ability, faithfully and impartially perform all
the duties incumbent on your office; that you will conform to
the constitution, laws, rules and regulations of this Most Worship-
ful Grand Lodge; and that you will enforce a strict obedience to
the same, from all subject to your authority.
Grand Master Elect. All this do I promise, God being my
help.
Presiding Officer. 1 now, Most Worshipful Brother, have the
honor to invest you with the jewel of your office. I also present
you with the gavel, the emblem of your Masonic authority, and
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welcome you (clasps his hand) to the East of the Most Worshipful
Grand Lodge ol Illinois, and ask the privilege of being the first
to assure you of my fealty and obedience.
The Grand Master is then covered, and the Presiding Officer uncovers.
Presiding Officer. I now hail, salute and proclaiin you Grand
Master of Masons for the State of Illinois.
Brethren of Illinois, behold your Grand Master.
Most Worshipful Grand ISIaster, behold vour brethren.
Brethren join in giving the grand honors.
The Grand Master will seat the brethren. After which he may address the
Grand Lodge; and upon the conclusion of the address the installation will proceed.
Presiding Officer. Brother Grand Marshal, you will present
the Deputy Grand Master elect.
(The Grand Marshal presents the Deputy Grand Master and the remaining Grand
Officers in the order of their rank, in like manner as he presented the Grand Mas-
ter. As each officer is installed, he will conduct him to his station or place, during
which there should be instrumental music.) The Presiding Officer will deliver the
several addresses, as follows :
DEPUTY GRAND MASTER.
Right Worshipful Brother: The ofiSce to which you have
been elected is one of high dignity, and may become one of great
importance; for, iir the absence of the Grand Master from the
Communications of the Grand Lodge, or from the limits of its
jurisdiction, vou are by law invested with his powers, and may
exercise its comprehensive prerogatives. In view of such emer-
gencies allow us to remind you of the duty devolving on you, to
be thoroughly prepared amply to fill his distinguished position,
with honor to yourself and profit to the Craft. I now, with much
pleasure, invest you with your jewel, and congratulate you upon
assuming your seat upon the right of the Grand Master in the
East.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CCCVII
SENIOR GRAND WARDEN.
Right Worshipfitl Brother: Bv the sufTrages of the
members of the Grand Lodge, you have been elected their Senior
Grand Warden, Be assiduous in the performance of your duties,
so that you may be a strength and support to the Grand Master.
I now invest you with the jewel of your office. In the absence of
your superior officers you will have supreme command. While in
your present position, look well to the West.
JUNIOR GRAND WARDEN.
Right W^orshipful Brother: Your brethren have shown
their confidence in your fidelity, by electing you their Junior
Grand Warden; it affiDrds me much pleasure to invest you with the
jewel of your office.
■ Your previous devotion to the duties of Freemasonry, is a suffi-
cient guarantee that you will be a vigilant Warden, and that you
will look well to the South.
GRAND TREASURER.
Right Worshipful Brother: I am happy to have the
privilege of investing you with the jewel of 3'our office as
Treasurer of the Grand Lodge, and to place in your hands the
books and treasure belonging to 3'our office. Your unimpeached
integrity satisfies me that the trust is wisely reposed, and your
familiarity with the duties of your office makes it unnecessary that
T should name them. I know that you will discharge them with
fidelity.
GRAND SECRETARY.
Right Worshipful Brother: With pleasure I invest you
with your jewel, as Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge, and
place in your charge its archives and records.
The duties of Grand Secretary have generally been performed
with distinguished ability and untiring industry, and I have a firm
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belief that the same devotion to duty will continue unchanged
during your incumbency.
GRAND CHAPLAIN.
Reverend and Right Worshipful Brother: I have the
honor to invest you with the jewel of your sacred office. In the
discharge of your duties vou will be required to lead the devotional
exercises of our Grand Communications, and perform the sacred
functions of your holy calling at our public ceremonies.
We are sure that in ministering at the Masonic altar the services
you may perform will lose nothing of their vital influence, because
they are practiced in that spirit of universal tolerance which dis-
tinguishes our institution.
The profession which you have chosen for your calling in life is
the best o-uarantee that you will discharge the duties of your
present appointment with steadfastness and perseverance in well
doing. Your station in the Grand Lodge is in the East, and on
the left of the Grand Master.
GRAND ORATOR.
Right Worshipful Brother: You have been appointed to
the office of Grand Orator. I invest you with the jewel of your
office.
Your reputation as a wise and discreet Freemason has designated
you for this post of distinction. You enter upon the discharge of
the duties of 3"Our office with the assurance of the confidence and
respect of yOur brethren. Be it your care to merit this high meed,
ever bearing in mind the first lesson in Masonry: "Truth is a
divine attribute; the foundation of every virtue."
DEPUTY GRAND SECRETARY.
Worshipful Brother: You have been appointed Deputy
Grand Secretary, and we now invest you with the jewel of your
office. Your duties, though varied and important, will be per-
formed under the immediate supervision of the Grand Secretary.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CCCIX
It is essentially necessary that courtesy and patience should mark
your intercourse with the brethren, while promptitude and fidelity
in the dischargee of your duties are not less important qualities.
Your station in the Grand Lodge is near the Grand Secretary.
GRAND PURSUIVANT.
Worshipful Brother: You have been appointed Grand
Pursuivant, and we now invest you with the jewel of your office.
• Your station is near the door, where you will receive all reports
from the Grand Tyler, and announce the name and Masonic rank
of all who desire admission, communicating the same to the Junior
Grand Deacon.
GRAND MARSHAL.
Worshipful Brother : I now invest you with your jewel
as' Grand Marshal of this Grand Lodge, and present you with this
baton, as the symbol of your authority. You will make all pro-
clamations directed by the Grand Master, and will arrange and
conduct the processions of the Grand Lodge. Your regard for
good order will prompt 3'ou in the faithful discharge of your duties.
GRAND STANDARD BEARER.
Worshipful Brother: Your duty is to carry and uphold the
banner of the Grand Lodge on occasions of ceremony and public
processions. Receive the jewel of your office, and let it remind
you, that you are never to part with the Standard, when under
your care, while you have life to defend it.
GRAND SWORD BEARER.
Worshipful Brother: The sword which you will bear in all
processions of the Grand Lodge is the time-honored symbol of
justice and authority. It is also the guardian and protector of the
Standard of the Grand Lodge. Be faithful to your trust. You
will be invested with the jewel of your ofiice, which should remind
you of your duty.
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CCCX CEREMONIALS.
GRAND DEACONS.
Worshipful Brethren: T invest you, as Senior and Junior
Grand Deacons of the Grand Lodge, with these jewels of your
office, and with these rods as emblems of your authority. You
will act as proxies of the Grand Master and Wardens in the more
active duties of the Grand Lodge. Your devotion to Masonry
will prompt you to vigilance and discretion in the performance of
your duties.
GRAND STEWARDS.
Worshipful Brethren : You have been appointed Stewards
of this Grand Lodge, and we now invest you with the jewels of
your office, and place in your hands the rods as ensigns of your
station. It is your duty tc^ provide for the comfort and convenience
of the members of the Grand Lodge, when in annual session; and
to assist the Deacons and other officers of the Grand Lodge in the
performance of their duties. VV^e feel confident that your regard
for your brethren will incite you to a ])rompt discharge of this
trust.
GRAND TYLER.
Worshipful Brother: Your office is a most important one,
and requires unremitting watchfulness and care. The Grand
Lodge, appreciating your fidelity and activity, has reposed in you
the great trust of guarding the sanctuary from the approach of
cowans and eavesdroppers. Be vigilant, preserve the utmost order
and decorum within the precincts of your station, and suffer none
to pass or repass without proper qualification and due permission.
It is your duty to guard and protect the jewels, regalia, clothing
and other property of the Grand I.,odge placed in your charge
during vacation; and, under the direction of the Grand Master, to
have them always ready for use.
'Sou will now be invested with the jewel and implement of your
office, and repair to your station.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CCCXI
Presiding Officer. Worshipful Grand Marshal, I now declare
the several officers of the Grand Lodge of the State of Illinois
duly installed into office for the ensuing year in ample form.
You will, therefore, proclaim the same to the brethren, that they,
having due notice thereof, may goveia themselves accordinglv.
Presiding (.*tficer calls up the brethren.
Grand Marshal. By ordei- of the Most Worshipful Graml
Master, and by the authority of the Grand Lodge of the Most
Ancient and Honorable Fraternity of Free and Accepted Masons
of the State of Illinois, I now proclaim that its Grand Officers are
now amply installed in their respective stations.
Response by the Brethren: So mote it be.
Grand Marshal. Brethren Of the Grand Lodge, join in giving
the grand honors.
CEREMONIALS.
CEREMONY FOR INSTITUTING A LODGE
UNDER DISPENSATION.
The Dispensation for the establishment of a new Lodge is issued by the Grand Master,
and is sent to the brother named in the instrument as Master, who should, as soon as
convenient, notify the District Deputy Grand Master of its reception, requesting that
officer to name the time when he can attend to institute the Lodge.* The members
named in the dispensation are then notified by the Master to assemble in their Lodge
room at the time determined upon. After the brethren are assembled, the D. D_
Grand Master will assume the " East " and announce the objects of the meeting.
He then causes the Letter of Dispensation to be read, after which the names of the
officers appointed by the Master of the new Lodge will be announced. As these
names are called, the officers will form in line near and facing the East, when the
D. D. Grand Master will invest each officer with his jewel. The new Master will
then be seated in the East, on the right of the D. D. Grand Master. The Wardens
and other officers will take their respective stations. f The D. D. Grand Master will
then open the Lodge on the three degrees of Masonry, and deliver to the officers
and brethren the following
CHARGES.
TO THE OFFICERS AND BRETHREN.
Worshipful Master : (Who. rises.) The Grand Lodge
having committed to your care the superintendence and govern-
ment of the brethren who are to compose this Lodge, you cannot
be insensible of the obhgations which devolve on you as their
*If the D. D. Grand Master cannot attend, he may deputize some competent
Past Master, or instruct the Master of the Lodge to select a qualified brother to open
the new Lodge.
f These movements should be accompanied with music, if convenient.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CCCXIII
head, nor of your responsibility for the faithful discharge of the
important duties annexed to your appointment.
The honor, reputation and usefulness of your Lodge will ma-
terially depend upon the skill and assiduity with which you manage
its concerns, whilst the happiness of its members will be generally
promoted in proportion to the zeal and ability with which you
propagate the genuine principles of our institution.
For a pattern for imitation, consider the great luminary of
nature, which, rising in the East, regularly diffuses light and lustre
to all within the circle. In like manner it is your province to
spread light and instruction to the brethren of your Lodge. Forc-
ibly impress upon them the dignity and high importance of Ma-
sonry, and seriously admonish them never to disgrace it. Charge
them to practice out of the Lodge, those duties which they have
been taught in it, and by amiable, discreet and virtuous conduct, to
convince mankind of the goodness of the institution; so that, when
a person is said to be a member of it, the world may know that he
is one to whom the burthened heart may pour out its sorrows; to
whom distress may prefer its suit; whose hand is guided by justice,
and whose hand is expanded by benevolence. In short, by a dili-
gent observance of the By-Laws of your Lodge, the Constitutions
of Masonry, and, above all, the Holy Scriptures, which are given
as a rule and guide to your faith, you will be enabled to acquit
yourself with honor and reputation.
CHARGE TO THE WARDENS.
Brethren Senior and Junior Wardens: (Who are called
up by two knocks.) You are too well acquainted with the prin-
ciples of Masonry to warrant any distrust that you will be found
wanting in the discharge of your respective duties. What you
have seen praiseworthy in others you should carefully imitate, and
what in them may have appeared defective, you should in yourselves
amend. You should be examples of good order and i-egularity,
for it is only by a due regard to the laws, in your own conduct,
CCCXIV CEREMONIALS.
that you can expect obedience to them from others. You are
assiduously to assist the Master in the discharge of his trust,
diffusmg light and imparting knowledge to all whom he shall
place under your care. In the absence of the Master you will
bucceed to higher duties; your acquirements must therefore be such
as that the Craft may never suffer for want of proper instruction.
From the spirit which you have hitherto evinced, 1 entertain no
doubt that your future conduct will be such as to merit the applause
of your br^ethren, and the testimony of a good conscience.
CHARGE TO THE BRETHREN OF THE LODGE.
(Three knocks.) Brethren of this new Lodge : Such is
the nature of our Constitutions, that as some must, of necessity,
rule and teach, so others must, of course, learn to submit and obey.
Humility in both is an essential duty. The officers who are ap-
pointed to govern your Lodge are sufficiently conversant with the
rules of propriety and the laws of the institution to avoid exceeding
^ the powers with which they are intrusted, and you are of too
o-enerous disposition to envy their preferment. I therefore trust
that you will have but one aim — to please each other, and unite in
the grand design of being happy and communicating happiness.
Finally, my brethren, as this association has been formed and
perfected in so much unanimity and concord, in which we greatly
rejoice, so may it long continue. May you long enjoy every satis-
faction and delight which disinterested friendship can afford. May
kindness and brotherly affection distinguish your conduct as men
and Masons. And may the tenets of our profession be trans-
mitted through your Lodge, pure and unimpaired, from generation
to generation.
The D. L>. Grand Master rnay conclude with such personal instructions and advice
as he deems proper for the occasion ; and then, in the name and by authority of the
Most Worshipful Grand Master, he declares the new Lodge duly instituted and
properly prepared for the transaction of such business as may lawfully come before
it; handing to the Worshipful Master the Dispensation, and the gavel of authority,
he will resign the Chair, and take the seat vacated by the Master. The brethren are
seated, and the Lodge proceeds with its business.
GRAND LOPCtE OF ILLINOIS. CCCXV
CEREMONIES OF CONSTITUTING A NEW
LODGE.
When a lawful number of Master Masons have organized under the rules and
regulations of the Grand Ladge, and worked a certain time as a Lodge, by authority
of a letter of dispensation, they may petition the Grand Lodge, at its Annual Com
munication, for a charter. Every letter of dispensation expires by limitation, and
.when the term of probation expires, the petitioners cannot convene as a Lodge of
Masons, until the Grand Lodge shall have granted a charter to the petitioners, or
continued the letter of dispensation. If the prayer of the petitioners shall be granted,
a charter will issue ; but the brethren to whom it is issued cannot convene under its
authority until they shall l»e constituted into a regular I,odge, and the officers in-
stalled. The ceremony of constituting a Lodge is conducted by the Grand Master in
person, or by some brother acting imder a written authority.
At the time appointed the Grand Master, or his special proxy, will appoint a suffi-
cient number of competent brethren* to form an occasional Grand Lodge, and
assemble the same in a convenient room, when the Grand Lodge will be opened on
the third degree.
The brethren who are to compose the new L.odge will assemble in their hall, prop
erly clothed. The officers should occupy seats on the south side of the hall, extending
from the Secretary's place, on a line running West; the W. M. will be seated tem-
porarily in the East, and should appoint a brother to act as Marshal for the new
Lodge during the ceremonies. f The W. M. will instruct the Marshal of the Lodge
to repair to the apartment of the Grand Lodge, and inform the M. W. Grand >|aster
that—
*Should any of the regular officers of the Grand Lodge be present, they will, of
course, take precedence of other brethren in filling their respective stations. In the
absence of Grand Officers, Past Masters and visiting brethren, as far as practicable,
should be selected to form a Grand Lodge.
f These ceremonies may be conducted in public or private.
In constituting a Lodge, a small table or stand should be placed in the hall, be-
tween the altar and the East, on which to place the symbol of the Lodge. This
symbol should be a rectangular box, about ten by twenty-five inches, covered with
some kind of white fabric. It should be carried into the hall with the Grand Lodge.
CCCXVI CEREMONIALS.
" A number of brethi'en, duly instructed in the mysteries of
Freemasonry, having assembled together at stated periods, for
some time past, by virtue of a dispensation granted them for that
purpose; that their proceedings having received the approbation
of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, they have been granted a
charter, and now^ desire to be consecrated and constituted into a
regular Lodge, under the name of Lodge, No. . . . , and
have their officers installed agreeably to the ancient usages and
customs of the Craft, for which purpose they are now met, and
await the pleasure of the Most Worshipful Grand Master."
Grand Master. It is well; return and inform the brethren that
in due time we will comply with their request.
ITpon retirement of the Messenger, the Grand Lodge is formed in procession
under the direction of the Grand Marshal, in the following order : *
Grand Tyler ;
(drawn sword.)
The Symbol of the Lodge, covered;
(carried by four brethren with white aprons.)
Grand Steward, Grand Pursuivant, Grand Steward ;
(carrying Bible, Square and Compass, upon a cushion.)
Grand Orator, Grand Chaplain,
Grand Secretary, Grand Treasurer.
Junior Grand Warden, Senior Grand Warden,
(carrying vessel of oil.) (carrying vessel of wine.)
Deputy Grand Master,
(carrying vessel of corn.)
Book of Constitutions,
(carried by Master of oldest Lodge.)
Junior Grand Deacon, GRAND MASTER, Senior Grand Deacon.
(carrying rod.) (carrying rod.)
Grand Standard Bearer,
Grand Sword Bearer,
(carrying drawn sword.)
*Should circumstances require, some of the subordinate officers enumerated may
be omitted.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CCCXVII
The Grand Lodge will now move to the Lodge hall. Upon entering, the W. M.,
with his gavel, will call up the brethren. The procession moves towards the East ,
passing the altar on the West and North, during which there should be appropriate
instrumental music. When the Grand Tyler reaches the foot of the dais in the
East, the procession will halt, and under the direction of the W. M. of the new
Lodge, the brethren will unite in receiving the Grand Lodge with the y«// grand
honors, f after which, the symbol of the Lodge will be placed on the stand, the
bearers thereof taking their places among the brethren of the Lodge ; the three
great lights are placed on the altar ; the Book of Constitutions placed upon the
pedestal in the East ; and the vessels containing the elements of consecration are
placed on the symbol of the Lodge. The officers of the Grand Lodge will then
open to the right and left, facing inward. The Grand Marshal and Grand Tyler
will pass down the lines to the Grand Master, who (uncovered) will be con-
ducted to the East. Arriving at the foot of the dais the Marshal and Tyler will
open to the right and left, the Grand Master passing between them will ascend to
his station, the W. M. vacating the chair, uncovering, and extending his hand to the
Grand Master, will assist him to his seat ; the W. M. will then take his place with
the brethren to be installed. The Grand Marshal, alone, returns through the lines,
and conducts the Deputy Grand Master, Grand Chaplain and Grand Orator to their
respective stations. The Grand Marshal then instructs the other Grand officers to
repair to their respective stations; after which the Grand Master will seat the breth-
ren.* When the Grand Officers are seated, the Deputy Grand Master will instruct
the officers and members of the new Lodge to rise, after which he will address the
Grand Master as follows :
Most Worshipful Grand Master: A number of breth-
ren who are now before yon, duly instructed in the mysteries of
MasoniT, iiaving assembled together at stated periods, for some
time past, by virtue of a dispensation granted to them for that pur-
pose, do now desire to be constituted into a Regular Lodge,
agreeably to ancient usage, and the customs of the Fraternity.
Grand Master. It is well, Right Worshipful Deputy Grand
Master.
f The FULL grand honors are given by striking the palms of the hands together
sharply, nine times, by three times three: beginning by striking the left hand with the
right, three times ; then striking the right hand three times, and finally the left.
These grand honors are given in all Masonic ceremonies (except at funerals) where
they are appropriate ; and are given in the manner described, viz : Once, twicf,,
THRICF,, or in full, as occasion may require. In ceremonies where they are proper,
the grand honors should be given with precision by all Masons present, except those
to whom they may be extended.
*During the seating of the Grand Officers there should be appropriate instrumental
music.
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CCrxVIII CEREMONIALS.
The brethren of the new Lodge resume their seats. The Grand Master then
orders the Grand Secretary to read the charter in full ; after which the Grand
Master says :
Upon due deliberation* the Grand Lodge having granted the
l^rethren of this new Lodge a warrant establishing and confirming
them in the rights and privileges of a regularly constituted Lodge,
we shall, agreeably to their request, now proceed, according to
ancient usage, to Constitute these brethren into a Regular Lodge;
but before proceeding with these important ceremonies, it is our
duty to invoke the blessing of Almighty God.
The Grand Master then calls up the assembly and says :
All present will give attention while our Grand Chaplain ad-
dresses the Throne of Grace:
The Grand Chaplain will then ofter the following, or some extemporaneous
prayer appro[Miate to the occasion :
Great, Adorable and Supreme Being: We praise Thee for all
Th\ mercies, and especiallv for giving tis desires to enjoy, and
powers of enjoying, the delights of society.
The affections which Thou hast implanted in us, and. which we
cannot destroy without violence to our nature, are among the
chief blessings which Thy benign wisdom hath bestowed upon
us.
Help us duly to improve all our jDOwers to the promotion of
' Thy glory in this world, and the good of our fellow men. Alay
we be active under Thy divine light, and dwell in Thy truth.
Extend this favor to us who are now entering into a fraternal
compact under peculiar obligations; enable us to be foithful to
Thee; faithful in our callings in life; faithful in all the duties of
the Craft, and faithful to each other as members of this society.
Take us under the shadow of Thy protection; and to Thy service
and glory may we consecrate t)ur hearts. May we always put
faith in Thee, have hope in salvation, and be in charity with all
mankind. Amen.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS.
CCCXIX
Response by the Brethren. So mote it be.
This may be followed by appropriate vocal and instrumental music.
Grand Alastcr. Brother Grand Alarshal, you will direct the
brethren of the new Lodge to their proper position, and re-form
the Grand Lodge in procession.
The officers, and a convenient number of members, of the new Lodge, untler the
direction of the Grand Marshal, will form in single file, on the south side of the
hall, facing West. The officers of the Grand Lodge will form, in the order of their
rank, in single file, on the north side of the hall, facing East. *
. The grand officers and brethren of the Lodge will then move with the sun, around
the symbol of the Lodge, forming squares open at the East, the brethren forming
the outer square, as follows :
EAST. . i
G
RAND MASTER.
o
o
O
O
O
o
o
o
O
o
o
O
O
o
o
O
O
O
O
O
O
o
O
O
o
O
O
o
o
O
O
GRAND OFFICERS.
o
O
O
o
O O O O O
BRETHREN.
o
o
O
o
O O O O O
f)
1 ,
* The proper officers will carry the vessels containing the elements of consecra-
tion, but the Book of Constitutions, and great lights, will be omitted from the pro-
cession during the ceremonies.
CEREMONIALS.
These movements should be accompanied by solemn music, during which the
Grand Marshal will, very slowly, uncover the symbol of the Lodge. When the
Grand Master reaches the East, the lines will halt and face inward. At the order
of the Grand Master, the officers of the Grand Lodge, only, will kneel on the right
knee. The Grand Chaplain will then rehearse the tirst clause of the —
CONSECRATION PRAYER.
Great Architect of the Universe; Maker and Ruler of all
worlds. Deign from Thy celestial temple, from the realms of
light and glory, to bless us in all the purposes of our present
assembly. We humbly invoke Thee to give us at this, and at all
times, Wisdom in all our doings. Strength of mind in all our diffi-
culties, and the Beauty of harmony in all our communications.
Permit us, O Thou author of life and light, great source of love
and happiness, to erect this Lodge, and now solemnly to consecrate
it to Thy honor and glory.
Response by the Officers oj the Grand Lodge. As it was in the
beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
The Grand Officers will then rise.
CONSECRATION.
The Deputy Grand Master will step forward and present the Vessel of Corn
(wheat) to the Grand Master, who sj:)rinkles a portion of it upon the symbol of the
Lodge, and places the vessel upon the table. In like manner, the Senior Grand
Warden presents the Vessel of Wine, which is sprinkled on the Lodge; and the
junior Grand Warden presents the Vessel of Oil, which is used in the same manner.
The Grand Master then orders the Officers of the Grand Lodge to kneel as before,
when the Grand Chaplain will rehearse the remaining portion of the consecration
prayer :
Grant, O, Lord, our God, that those who are now about to be
invested with the government of this Lodge, may be endowed with
wisdom to instruct their brethren in their duties. May brotherlv
love, relief and truth always prevail among the members of this
Lodge. May this bond of union continue to strengthen the
Lodges throughout the world. Bless all our brethren, wherever
dispersed, and grant speedy relief to all who are either oppressed
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CCCXXI
or distressed. We affectionately commend to Thee all the mem-
bers of this whole family: may they increase in grace, in the
knowledge of Thee, and in love to each other. Finally, may we
finish all our work here below, with Thy approbation; and then
may our transition from this earthly abode be to Thy heavenly
temple above, there to enjoy light and glory, and bliss ineffable
and eternal. Amen.
Response^ {by the Brethren of the Grand Lodge). As it was in
the beginning, is now, and ever shall be. ^ So mote it be. Amen.
A short piece of solemn music is then perfonned, during which the Grand Officers
will rise.
DEDICATION.
The Grand Master steps forward, and extending his hands over the emblem of
the Lodge, exclaims :
To the memory of the Holy Saints John, we dedicate this Lodge.
May every brother revere their character and imitate their vir-
tues.
Response {by all the Brethren). As it was in the beginning, is
now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
The officers of the Grand Lodge will then about face, and stand, while the breth-
ren of the new Lodge, under the direction of the Grand Marshal, make a circuit in
procession, single file, and salute the Grand Officers, with their hands crossed upon
their breasts, _and heads slightly bowed while passing. Upon the completion of
this ceremony, the brethren will resume position, facing inward. The officers of the
Grand Lodge will also resume original position. The Grand Master will call up
all present, and then proceed to
CONSTITUTE THE LODGE.
Grand Master. In the name of the Most Worshipful Grand
Lodge of the State of Illinois, I now constitute and form you, my
beloved brethren, into a regular lodge of Free and Accepted Ma-
sons. From henceforth we empower you to meet as a regular
Lodge, constituted in conformity to the rites of oiir institution, and
the charges of our ancient and honorable Fraternity; and may the
CEREMONIALS,
Supreme Architect of the Universe prosper, direct and counsel
you in all your doings.
Response by the Brethren. So mote it be.
The officers of the Grand Lodge will, under the direction of the Grand Marshal,
give the full grand honors. The Grand Marshal will then slowly replace the cov-
ering on the Lodge, during which a choir should chant —
" Glory be to God on High."
The Grand Marshal will then conduct the Grand Master to his chair, and instruct
the officers of the Grand Lodge to resume their respective stations ; and the mem-
bers of the new Lodge to resume their seats. During these movements instrumental
music should be performed.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CCCXXllI
INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS.
The installation of the officers of a new Lodge follows immediately after the cer-
emonies of constitution ; and the ceremony is therefore conducted by the Grand
Officers; while, in an old Lodge, the presence of the Grand Master, or other Grand
Officer is not necessary ; as any qualified brother* with the with the assistance of
a temporary Grand Marshal, can lawfully conduct the ceremonies of installation.
This ceremony, like that of constituting a new Lodge, or dedicating Masonic halls,
may be conducted in public, or in the presence of Masons only. If the latter, there
will be slight variations in the phraseology and ceremonies. The following ceremu
nies are appropriate for installing the officers of a newly constituted Lodge, or those
of an old Lodge. The variations necessary to observe, are noted wherever they
occur.
The Grand Marshal will see that jewels of the officers to be installed, together
with a small bible, square and compasses, a rule, (twenty-four inch guage,) a plumb,
line, a book of Constitutions, the Charter, and a copy of the Lodge By-Laws are
placed on a table or stand near the East, arranged for convenient use.
The Grand Master will then say:
Brother Grand Secret aky :| You will announce the names
of the officers ajDpointedJ to govern this new § Lodge.
*The installing officer is addressed as M. W. Grand Master.
■j-The word Grand will be omitted in an old I^odge.
JThe word " appointed " is used for all officers in a new Lodge, but in an old
Lodge the words "appointed," "elected," or " re-elected," are to be used as circum-
stances may recjuire. In presenting the officers for installation, the Marshal will use
the proper word as above.
§The word "new" should be used on occasion of constitution and installation,
but in the installation of officers of an old Lodge, its name and number should be
used.
CCCXXIV CEREMOXIALS.
As their names are called, the' brethren will take position standing in place, as in-
dicated in ceremony of constitution, page 319 . After the roll of officers is called,
the Grand Master will rise and say :
Brethrex of Lodge: You have heard the names of
the brethren who have been selected as officers of your Lodge for
the ensuing term.*[ If any brother present knoAvs of any just
cause why either of the brethren should not be installed into office,
he will make it known now.*
Grand Master, continuing, says :
R. W. Deputy Graxd Master, (who rises.) Are you satis-
fied that the brother nominated f in the warrant is eligible, J and
well skilled in the noble science and royal art?
Deputy Grand Master. I am so satisfied, M. W. Grand Mas-
ter.
Deputy Grand Master conducts the new Master in front nf the East, and con
tinues —
And I now present to you my worthy brother to
be installed Master of this netv Lodge. I believe him to be of
good morals, and of great skill, true and trusty; and as he is a
lover of the whole fraternity, wheresoever dispersed over the face
of the earth, I doubt not he will discharge his duties with fidelity.
The Deputy Grand Master resumes his seat.
^If in an old Lodge the word " year'' should be substituted for " term."
*Should any objection be made, either publicly or privately, to the installation of
either of the brethren named as officers, the Grand Master, Deputy Grand Master,
and Grand Wardens (if in a new Lodge) will retire to a private room, and cite the
objector to appear and give his reasons for the objection. (If in an old Lodge, the
presiding officer, assisted by three Past Masters, or other competent brethren, will
pursue the same course). In case the objections are deemed valid, the installatioi\
of the brother objected to must be deferred; but the other officers may be installed.
The Grand Master or the Lodge may subsequently make such orders in regard to
the objections as circumstances may require. Should valid objections be made to the
installation of the brother named as W. M., the ceremony of installation cannot pro-
ceed until ordered by the Grand Master or the Grand Lodge.
■j- See note on preceding page referring to " appointed."
\ No brother can lawfully be installed as Master of a Lodge, until he shall have
been rendered eligible, at the hands of a competent number of actual Past Masters.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS.
Grand Master. Brother Grand Marshal, you will place our
brother at the altar, there to receive the benefit of prayer, and to
take his official obligation.
The Grand Marshal will conduct the Master elect to the altar ; cause him to
kneel, facing the East. In like manner, the Chaplain is conducted to the altar,
where he kneels, facing the West, \ and (the brethren being called up,) offers the
following :
PRAYER.
Most Holy and Glorious Lord God! We approach Thee with
reverence, and implore Thy blessing on this Brother, appointed
to preside over this Ne-w Lodge; and now prostrate before Thee.
Fill his heart with Thy fear; that his tongue and actions ma}'^ oro-
nounce Thy glory. Make him steadfast in Thy service. Grant
him firmness of mind. Animate his heart and strengthen his
endeavors. May he teach Thy judgments and Thy laws, and be
Thy true and faithful servant. Bless him, O Lord, and bless the
work of his hands. Accept us in mercy. Hear Thou our prayer,
and grant our earnest supplications. Amen.
■ Response. So mote it be.
The Grand Chaplain will rise and return to his station ; the Master elect still
kneeling at the Altar. The Grand Master rising, and standing in the East, says:
Brother :
*You will now repeat after me your official obligation:
I solemnly promise, upon the honor of a Mason, that in the
office of Master of Lodge, No. — , I will, to the best of my
ability, strictly comply with the constitutions and regulations of
the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of the State of Illinois; the
by-laws of Lodge, No. — ; and all other Ancient Masonic
usages, so far as the same shall coine to my knowledge. Amen.
\ These movements should be made slowly, during which, and other similar move-
ments, there should be solemn music.
* This obligation may be omitted if desired.
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CCCXXVI CEREMONIALS.
Master rises in his place ; the brethren are seated.
[Note. The address here prescribed, and all that follows up to the fifteen
charges, may be omitted at discretion.]
Grand Master. My brother, in conducting you to your chair of
office, as a symbol of the commencement (or continuatio/i) of your
""V • .
government of this Lodge, I am p.einEbrming a inost pleasmg duty.
Bv immemorial usage, and the irrevocable land-marks of Masonry,
you are installed as Master of this Lodge, with powers and pre-
rogatives which are of high importance and due solemnity. The
good resolutions, which I doubt not, you have formed in your own
mind, that these powers shall not be abused or perverted by you,
I would gladly strengthen by a word of admonition.
The verv consciousness of the posession of a great power, will
ever make a generous mind cautious and gentle in its exercise.
To rule has been the lot of many, and requires neither strength of
intellect, nor soundness of judgment; to rule well, has been the
fortune of but few; and may well be the object of an honorable
ambition. It is not bv the strong arm, or the iron will, that obedi-
ence and order— the chief requisites of good government — are
secured; but by holding the key to the hearts of men.
The office of Master is of great antiquity and respect, and is one
of the highest dignities to which we may aspire. Its incumbent,
to rule well, should possess and practice several important requi-
sites.
As a Man, he should be of approved integrity and irreproach-
able morals, freed from the dominion of hasty temper and ill-
governed passions; of good repute in the world, and practicing, as
an example to his brethren, the cardinal virtues of Temperance,
Fortitude, Prudence and Justice.
As a CrrizEx, he should be loyal to his government; obedient
to its laws; prompt in the duties he owes to society; and a pattern
of fidelitv in all social and domestic relations.
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As a Mason, he should cHiig to the old land-marks, and be
sternly opposed to its infringement; be desirous to learn, and apt
to teach; be prompt to aid and relieve; and be ever mindful that,
though elevated for a time above his fellows, he is elevated by
them; and should therefore cultivate everywhere, and at all times,
the golden tenets of Brotherly Love, Relief and Truth.
As an Officer, he should remember, first of all, that he is an
individual Mason, sharing, in that respect, a common lot with his
brethren, and therefore interested in the welfare of each and all;
be devoid of undue ostentation and haughty overbearing; be ac-
cessible to all, cultivating the closest friendships and the most un-
limited confidence with his associate officers; be eager to counsel
with his brethren, and ready to give it; be ready to reward good;
be devoid of favoritism, and wholly impartial.
• Such are some of the most important qualifications which a
Master should possess, and the errors he should avoid. It may be
that most, if not all, of us have failed to reach this standard; but
it is attainable; and be it yoin- purpose to reach it, and be a bright
and shining example to those who shall come after you.
My BROTHER, previous to your investiture, it is necessary that
you should signify your assent to those ancient charges and reg-
ulations which point out the duty of a Master of a Lodge.*
"You agree to be a good man and true, and strictlv to obev the
moral law?
"You agree to be a peacable citizen, and cheerfullv to conform
to the laws of the country in which you reside?
"You promise not to be concerned in plots and conspiracies
against government, but patiently to submit to the law and the
constituted authorities?
"You agree to pay a proper respect to the civil magistrate; to
work diligently, live creditably and act honorably by all men?
*The Master to whom these charges are addressed, should signify his assent to
each of them ty bowing his head.
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" You agree to hold in veneration the original rulers and patrons
of Freemasonry, and their regular successors, supreme and subor-
dinate, according to their stations; and to submit to the awards
and resolutions of your brethren, when convened, in every case
consistent with the constitutions of Freemasonry?
" You agree to avoid private piques and quarrels, and to guard
against intemperance and excess?
" You agree to be cautious in your behavior, courteous to your
brethren, and faithful to your Lodge?
" You promise to respect genuine brethren, and to discounte-
nance imposters, and all dissenters fi'om the original plan of Ma-
sonry ?
" You agree to promote the general good of society, to cultivate
the social virtues, and to propagate the knowledge of the mystic
art?
"You promise to pay homage to the Grand Master for the time
being, and to his ofhcers, when duly installed ; and strictly to con-
form to every edict of the Grand Lodge, or general assembly of
Masons that is not subversive of the principles and groundwork of
Masonry ?
"You admit that it is not in the power of any man, or body of
men, to make innovations in the Body of Masonry ?
" You promise a regular attendance on the Committees and
Communications of the Grand Lodge, on receiving proper notice,
and to pay attention to all the duties of Masonry on convenient
occasions ?
" You admit that no new Lodge shall be formed without per-
mission of the Grand Lodge, and that no countenance be given to
any irregular Lodge, or to any person clandestinely initiated there-
in, being contrary to the ancient charges of Freemasonry?
" You admit that no person can be regularly made a Mason in,
or admitted a member of, any regular Lodge, without previous
notice, and due inquiry into his character?
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CCCXXlX
"• You agree that no visitors shall be received into your Lodge,
without due examination, and satisfactory evidence of their having
been initiated in a regular Lodge ? "
These are the regulations of Free and Accepted Masoub. Do
you submit to these charges, and promise to support these regula-
tions, as Masters have done in all ages before you?
The Master will answer in an audible voice :
I do.
Grand Master. Brother , in consequence of your
cheerful conformity to the charges and regulations of the Ancient
Fraternity, you are now installed Master of Lodge,
No , in full confidence of your care, skill and capacity to
govern the same.
Brother Grand Marshal, you will conduct the Worshipful Master
to the foot of the dais.
While moving to the East, there shall be a strain of music.
Grand Master. My brother, with pleasure I now invest vou
with the jewel of your office — the square. As the square is em-
ployed by the operative mason to fit and adjust the stones of a
building, that all its parts may properly agree, so you, as Master of
this Lodge, are admonished by the symbolic meaning of the square,
to preserve that moral deportment among the members of your
Lodge, which should always characterize good Masons, and to exert
your authority to preveni ill-feeling or angry discussion arising to
impair the harmony of its meetings.
You will also receive* the various implements used in your
Lodge.
The Compasses teach us to limit our desires in every station,
that, rising to eminence by merit, we may live respected, and die
regretted.
*The Grand Marshal will hand the implements, as they are referred to, to the
Master, who will retain them respectively during the explanation by the installing
officer, and then return them to the Grand Marshal.
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I also present you the Rule and Line. The Rule directs that
we should punctually observe our duty, press forward in the path
of virtue, and, neither inclining to tlie right nor to the left, in all
our actions have eternity in view.
The Xz'we teaches us the criterion of moral rectitude; to avoid
dissimulation in conversation and action, and to direct our steps to
the path which leads to immoriality.
The Book of Co7istitutions you are to search at all times. Cause
it to be read in your Lodge, that none may pretend ignorance of
the excellent precepts it enjoins.
You now receive in charge the Charter^ by the authority ot
which this Lodge is held. As its lawful custodian, you are care,
fully to preserve, and duly transmit to your successor in office.
You also receive in charge the By-Laxvs of your Lodge, which
you are to see carefully and punctually executed.
I place in your hands this Gavel^ an additional insignia of your
rank and authority. Wield it, my brother, with prudence and
discretion. I novv^ seat you in the Oriental Chair,* and cover you
with that distinction which, in this Lodge, it is alone your priv-
ilege to wear.
The Grand Master then calls up the brethrenf and says :
Worshipful Master, behold your brethren.
Brethren, behold your Worshipful Master, and join with me in
giving the grand honors.
After the grand honors are given, the brethren, except the Grand Officers, will
form a procession, single file, and, under direction of the Grand Marshal, will pass
around the hall, making three circuits. In passing the East each brother will salute
the Master, (who remains standing in his place,) in the manner peculiar to the sev-
eral degrees.;};
*The installing officer will take the Master by the hand, and place him in the
chair, and then place a hat upon his head.
f The Master will rise and hold his gavel on his left breast, with his right hand.
+Should the installation ceremonies be conducted in public, of course the pro-
cession and the ceremonies incidental thereto, will be entirely omitted, except the
ode, which at this time may be sung.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CCCXXXI
The following, or some other appropriate ode, may then be sung:
Behold, O Master, in the East
What glories greet thee there;
What floods of radiance earthward stream;
The sun is rising fair.
Behold, O Master, glorious arts
Were cradled in the East ;
Behold what sciences came forth
Man's waking mind to feast.
O Master, in thy symbolled East,
Seek Wisdom from above;
And spread the light which heaven shall send.
Within thy Lodge in love.
After the singing of the Ode the Master will seat the brethren. The Grand Mar-
shal is directed by the Grand Master to present each of the other officers in the
order of their rank for installation.
In presenting the officers, the Grand Marshal 'will announce the name of the
brother and the office to which he has been elected, re-elected, or appointed.*
SENIOR WARDEN.
Grand Master. You are elected (or appointed) Senior Warden
of Lodge, and you will now be invested with the jewel of
your office. (The Grand Marshal places the jewel.) The level
demonstrates that we are descended from the same stock, and par-
take of the same nature; and though distinctions among men are
necessary to preserve subordination, yet no eminence of station
should make us forget that we are brethren; for he who is placed
on the lowest spoke of fortune's wheel, may be entitled to our re-
gard ; because a time will come, and the wisest knows not how
soon, when all distinctions but that of goodness shall cease, and
*The ceremonies of installation are sometimes varied when the Grand Lodge offi-
cers are present; by the Grand Master installing the W. M.,the Deputy Grand Mas-
ter .astalling the S. W., the Senior Grand Warden installing the J. W., and the
Junior Grand Warden installing the remaining officers. The G. M. delivers the
charges. This variation in the ceremonies is a mere matter of taste.
CCCXXXII CEREMONIALS.
death, the grand leveler of human greatness, reduce us to the
same state.
Your regular and punctual attendance is essentially necessary.
In the absence of the Master, you are to govern this Lodge; in his
presence, you are to assist him in the government of it. Your fit-
ness for the discharge of such important duties undoubtedly led to
your selection for the office by your brethren, and it will be your
duty and pleasure so to act as to justify their confidence. Brother
, Look well to the West."
The following, or some other Ode, may be sung :
O Warden, with the Level poised,
What lesson dost thou give?
Are all men equal? Shall the worm
Or King and peasant live?
O Warden, where King Hiram stood,
Like him, 'seek strength above;
Sustain the East, pay all their due;
Protect the weak in love.
JUNIOR WARDEN.
Grand Master. Brother , you are elected (or appointed)
Junior Warden of Lodge, and will be invested with the
jewel of your office. (Grand Marshal places jewel.) The plumb
admonishes us to walk uprightly in our several stations; to hold
the scales of justice in equal poise; to observe the just medium be-
tween intemperance and pleasure; and to make our passions and
prejudices coincide with the line of our duty. To you is committed
the superintendence of the Craft during the hours of refreshment;
it is, therefore, indispensably necessary that you should not only
be temperate and discreet in the indulgence of yonx own inclina-
tions, but carefully observe that none of the Craft be suffered to
convert the purposes of refreshment into intemperance and
excess.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CCCXXMM
Your regular and punctual attendance is particularly requesleil,
and we have no doubt that you will be ever w^atchful, whether al
labor or refreshment, that the high twelve of observation do not
rtnd you with your work, and that of the Craft \ou superintend,
unperformed. Brother look well to the South.
The junior Warden is conducted to the South by the Grand Marshal, and tlic
following is sung :
O Warden, with Thy jjlumb upraised,
What iloth the end:»lem teach?
Do all the Craft uprightly walk.
And practice what they preach ?
O Warden, where the faithful one
Observed the glorious sun,
Like him, adorn with Beauty still
The work by Him beguiL
TREASURER.
Brother , you are elected (or appointetl) Treasurer of
Lodge, and it is with pleasure chat I invest you with the jewel of
your office. It is your dutv to receive all moneys from the hand
of the vSecretary; keep just and regular accounts of the same; and
pay them out by order of the Worshipful Master, with the consent
of the Lodge. I trust that your regard for the fraternitv will
prompt you to the faithful discharge of the duties of your office.
SECRETARY.
Brotlier ? you ^H'e elected (or appointeil) Secretary of
Lodge, ami 1 now invest you with the badge of yom" office. It is
your duty to observe the Worshipful Master's will and pleasure;
to record the proceedings of the Lodge, including the names of
the officers, the members and visitors who may be present at the
comminiications; to receive all moneys due the Lodge, and prompt-
ly pay them into the hands of the Treasurer. Your good inclina-
tioi\ to Masonry and your Lodge will induce you to discharge the
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duties of your office with fidelity; and by so doing you will merit
the esteem and applause of your brethren.
CHAPLAIN.
Rev. Brother , you have been elected (or appointed)
Chaplain of Lodge. That holy book which is the chart and
text book of your sacred calling, is also the Great Light of Ma-
sonry, and forever sheds its benignant rays upon every lawful as-
semblage of Free and Accepted Masons. From it we may learn
our duty to our God, our neighbors and ourselves. Teach us from
its life-giving precepts, and you will have faithfully fulfilled your
sacred and important trust. It is fitting that an emblem of the
sacred volume should be the jewel of your office, with which I
now in\ est you.
DEACONS*
Brethren and , you are elected (or appointed)
Senior and Junior Deacons of Lodge, and I now invest
you with the badge of your office; and I place in your hands these
rods, which you will bear in the performance of official duty, as
symbols of your deputed authority. It is your province to attend
on the Master and Wardens, and to act as their proxies in the
active duties of the Lodge, such as in the reception of candidates
into the different degrees of Masonry ; the introduction and ac-
commodation of visitors, and in the immediate practice of our rites.
The Square and Compasses, as badges of your office, I entrust to
your care, not doubting your vigilance and attention. You will
repair to your respective places in the Lodge.
STEWARDS.+
Brethren and , you are elected (or appointed)
Senior and Junior Stewards of Lodge, and are now
*The Senior and Junior Deacons should be installed together.
fThe Stewards should be installed together.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CCCXXXV
invested with the badges of your office. You are to assist the Dea-
cons and other officers in performing their respective duties, and
when the Lodge is at refreshment, it will be your province to
extend to visiting brethren such attentions as circumstances may
suggest. Your regular and early attendance at our meetings wil'
atford the best proof of zeal and attachment to the Lodge.
MARSHAL.
Brother , you are elected (or appointed) Marshal of
Lodge. I invest you with this baton, as the, appropriate
badge of your office. It is your duty to form and conduct pro-
cessions of the brethren of the Lodge on all public occasions, and
to attend to such other interests, in the practice of our rites, as the
Worshipful Master mav direct.
ORGANIST.
Brother •, you are elected (or appointed) Organist of
Lodge. Under the direction of the Worshipful Master
vou will conduct the musical services of the Lodge. As harmony
is the strength and support of all institutions, so mav the harmonv
over which you shall preside, strengthen and support every gentle
and ennobliag emotion of the soul.
tylp:r.
Brother , you are elected (or appointed) Tyler of
Lodge, and I invest you with the implement of your
office. As the sword is placed in the hand of the Tyler, to enable
him effectually to guard against the approach of cowans and eaves-
droppers, and suffer none to pass or repass but such as are duly qual-
ified, so it should admonish us to set a guard over our thoughts; a
watch at our lips; post a sentinel over our actions; thereby pre-
venting the approach of every unworthy thought or deed; and
preserving consciences void of offense toward God and toward
man. I trust your regard for good order will prompt you in the
faithful discharge of your duties.
CCCXXXXI CEREMONIALS.
An appropriate Ode may now be sung, after which the installing officer will de-
liver the following :
CHARGE TO THE WORSHIPFUL MASTER.
Worshipful Master (who risae). The Grand Lodge having-
committed to your care the superintendence and government of the
hrethreii who compose this Lodge, you cannot be insensible of the
oliligations which devolve on you as their head; nor of your re-
sponsibility for the faithful discharge of the important duties an-
nexed to your appointment. The honor, reputation and usefulness
of your Lodge will materially depend upon the skill and assiduity
with which you manage its concerns, whilst the happiness of its
members will be generally promoted in proportion to tlie zeal and
ability with which you propagate the genuine principles of our
institution.
For a pattern for imitation, consider the great luminary of nature,
which, rising in the East, regularly diffuses light and luster to all
within the circle. In like manner it is your province to spread and
communicate light and instruction to the brethren of your Lodge.
Forcibly impress upon them the dignity and high importance of
Masonry, and seriously admonish them never to disgrace it.
Charge them to practice oui of the Lodge, those duties which
they have been taught i/i it, and by amiable, discreet and virtuous
contluct, to convince mankind of the goodness of the institution;
so thut when a person is said to be a member of it, the world may
know that he is one to whom the burdened heart may pour out its
sorrow; to whom distress may prefer its suit; whose hand is guided
bv justice, and whose heart is expanded by benevolence. In sJKjrt,
by a diligent observance of the by-laws of your Lodge, the consti-
tutions of Masonry, and above all, the Holy Scriptures, which are
given as a rule and guide to your faith, you will be enabled to
acquit yourself with honor and reputation.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CCCXXXVII
Brothers Senior and Junior Wardens: (who rise). You
are too well acquainted with the principles of Masonry to warrant
a distrust that you will be found wanting in the discharge of your
respective duties. What you have seen praiseworthy in others,
you should carefully imitate; and what in them may have appeared
defective, you should in yourselves amend. You should be examples
of good order and regularity, for it is only by a due regard to the
laws, in your own conduct, that you can expect obedience to
them from others. You are assiduously to assist the Master in the
discharge of his trust, diffusing light and imparting knowledge to
all whom he shall place under your care. In the absence of the
Master, you will succeed to higher duties; your acquirements must
therefore be such as that the Craft may never suffer for want of
proper instructions. From the spirit which you have hitherto
evinced, 1 entertain no doubt that your future conduct will be such
as to merit the applause of your brethren, and the testimony of a
good conscience.
Brethren of this new Lodge, (who rise). vSuch is the na-
ture of our Constitutions, that as some must, of necessity, rule and
teach, so others must, of course, leaiii to submit and obey. Hu-
mility in both is an essential duty. The officers who are appointed
to govern your Lodge are sufficiently conversant with the rules of
propriety and the laws of the institution, to avoid exceeding the
powers with which they are entrusted, and you are of too gener-
ous disposition to envy their preferment. I therefore trust that you
will have but one aim — to please each other, and unite in the grand
design of being happy and communicating happiness.
Finally, my brethren, as this association has been formed and
perfected in so much inianimity and concord, in which we greatlv
rejoice, so may it long continue. May you long enjoy every satis-
faction and delight which disinterested friendship can afford. May
kindness antl brotherly affection ilistinguish your conduct, as men
and Masons. Within your peaceful walls may your children's
CCCXXXVIII CEREMONIALS.
children celebrate, with joy and gratitude, the annual recurrence of
this auspicious solemnity. And may the tenets of our profession
be transmitted through your Lodge, pure and unimpaired, from
generation to generation.
The following charges, written by M. W. Paul Revere, in 1795, when Grand
Master of Masons in Massachusetts, are appropriate to the officers and brethren of
an old Lodge, in place of the foregoing :
Worshipful Master (who rises). This worshipful Lodge
havino- chosen you for its Master and representative, it is now in-
cumbent upon you, diligently, and upon every proper occasion, to
inquire into the knowledge of your fellows, and find them daily
employment, that the art which they profess may not be forgotten
or neo-lected. You must avoid partiality — giving praise where it
is due — and employing those in the most honorable part of the
work, who have made the greater advancement, for the encourage-
ment of the Art. You must preserve union, and judge in all
causes amicably and mildly, preferring peace. That the society
mav prosper, you rnust preserve the dignity of your office, requir-
incr subrnission from the perverse and refractory; always acting
upon, and being guided by, the principles upon which your au-
thority is founded. You must, to the extent of your power, pay
a constant attendance on your Lodge, that you may see how your
work flourishes, and how your instructions are obeyed. You must
take care that neither your words nor actions shall render your
authority to be less regarded, but that your prudent and careful
behavior may set an example, and give a sanction to your power.
And, as brotherly love is the cement of our society, so cherish
and encourage it, that the brethren may be more willing to obey
the dictates of Masons, than you have occasion to command.
To THE Officers (all rise). And you, the officers of this wor-
shipful Lodge, must carefully assist the Master in the discharge
and execution of his office; difi:using light and imparting know-
ledo-e to all the fellows under your care; keeping order and deco-
rum, that nothing may disturb the peaceful serenity, or obstruct
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CCCXXXIX
the glorious effects of harmony and concord. And that this may
be the better preserved, you must carefully inquire into the charac-
ter of all candidates to this honorable society; and recommend
none to the Master, who, in your opinion, are unworthy of the
privileges and advantages of Masonry — keeping the cynic far from
the ancient fraternity, where harmony is obstructed by the super-
stitious and morose. You must discharge the Lodge quietly, en-
couraging the brethren assembled to work cheerfully, that none,
when dismissed, may go away dissatisfied,
TO THE BRETHREN, (all standing.)
And you. Brethren of this Worshipful Lodge, learn to follow
the advice and instructions of your officers; submitting cheerfully
to their amicable decisions; throwing by all resentments and pre-
judices towards each other. Let your chief care be to the advance-
ment of the society you have the honor to be members of. Let
there be a modest and friendly emulation among you in doing good
to each other. Let complacency and benevolence flourish among
you. Let your actions be squared by the rules of Masonry. Let
friendship be cherished, and all advantages of that title by which
we distinguish each other; that we may be brothers^ not only in
name, but in the full import, extent and latitude of so glorious an
appellation.
Finally, my brethren, as this association has been carried on
with so much unanimity and concord, (in which we greatly rejoice,)
so may it continue to the latest ages. May your love be reciprocal
and harmonious. While these principles are uniformly supported,
this Lodge will be an honor to Masonry, an example to the world,
and, therefore, a blessing to mankind.
From this happy prospect, I rest assured of your steady perse-
verance; and conclude with wishing you all, my brethren, joy of
your Master, Wardens and other officers, and of your constitutional
union as brethren.
CCCXL CEREMONIAI-S.
The Grand Marshal, by command of the Grand Master, will make the following—
PROCLAMATION.
I am directed by tlie Most Worshipful Grand Master to pro-
claim, and do hereby proclaim, that the Worshipful Master,
Wardens and other officers elected and appointed to govern
Lodge, have been regularly installed into their respective stations
for the ensuing Masonic year.
The Grand Marshal continues, saying :
This proclamation is made from the East^' from the Wcst^\ and
from the South\ Once;§ twice ;•} thrice.** All interested will
take due notice, and govern themselves accordingly.
The Worshipful Master will seat the brethren, when an appropriate —
ORATION tt
may be delivered. Upon its conclusion, a
CLOSING ODE ft
may be sung. After which the W. M. will call up the brethren, and the Grand
Chaplain will pronounce the following, or some other appropriate — •
15ENEDICTION.
Almighty and Everlasting God! From whom cometh every
good and perfect gift, send down upon Thy servants here assem-
bled, the healthful spirit of Thy grace, that they may truly please
Thee in all their doings. Grant, O Lord, power of mind and
great understanding unto those whom we have this day clothed
with authority to preside over and direct the affairs of this Lodge;
atid so replenish them with the truth of this doctrine, and adorn
them with humility of life, that, both by word and good example,
*The Worshipful Master strikes one blow with his gavel.
|The Senior Warden strikes one blow with his gavel.
JThe junior Warden strikes one blow with his gavel.
^The [unior Warden strikes once with his gavel.
iJThe Senior Warden strikes tivice with his gavel.
**The Worshipful Master strikes thj-icc with his gavel.
If The oration and closing ode may be omitted if desired.
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they may faithfully serve Thee, to the glory of Thy holy name,
and to the advancement, for all good purposes, of our beloved
institution. Amen.
Response. .So mote it be.
The Grand Master will then instruct the Grand Marshal to reform the Grand
Lodge* in procession, which is done in the same order as upon entering the hall.f
The Worshipful Master instructs the brethren to join in the grand honors ; after
which, the Occasional Grand Officers will move from the hall, accompanied by
instrumental music, and return to its apartment, where the Grand Lodge will i;e
CLOSED.
*This supposes that the installation has followed the constitution of a new Lodge,
which requires a Grand Lodge ; but in an old Lodge, this ceremony will, of course,
not occur.
fThe symbol of the Lodge should be left in the Lodge hall.
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DEDICATION OP MASONIC HALLS.
Every hall or room used for Masonic purposes, should be properly dedicated.
The ceremony cannot be lawfully conducted except by the Grand Master in per-
son, or by some brother acting for him, under special written authority.
At the time appointed for the ceremony,* a sufficient number of brethren to act
as Grand Officers f will a.ssemble in a convenient apartment, near the Lodge room
that is to be dedicated, and an occasional Grand Lodge will be opened on the third
degree. The brethren of the Lodge and their visitors should be clothed. The
officers wearing their respective jewels, and, with their guests, occupying the Lodge
room, with the Worshipful Master seated in the East. There should be a small stand
located between the Altar and the East, upon which to place the symbol of the Lodge.
When all is in readiness, the W. M. will say :
Brother Senior Deacon : Yoii will proceed to the apart-
ment of the Grand Lodge, and inform the Grand Master that the
brethren of Lodge, No..., are prepared to receive the
ofticers of the M. W. Grand Lodge, and await the pleasure of the
M. W. Grand Master.
The message being duly delivered.
Grand Master. Inform the Worshipful Master and brethren
that the Grand Lodge will be in attendance in due time.
* The ceremonies here laid down may be conducted in public or private.
-j- For selection of officers, see ceremony of constitution, page 315.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CCcXLIII
The Grand Marshal will then form the Grand Lodge in the following order :
Grand Tyler ;
(drawn sword.)
Grand Steward. The Symbol of the Lodge,* Grand Steward.
(carried by four brethren with white aprons.)
Grand Steward, Grand Pursuivant, Grand Steward ;
(carrying Bible, Square and Compass, upon a cushion.)
Grand Orator, Grand Chaplain,
Grand Secretary, Grand Treasurer.
Junior Grand Warden, Senior Grand Warden,
(carrying vessel of corn.) (carrying vessel of wine.)
Deputy Grand Master,
(carrying vessel of oil.)
Book of Constitutions,
(carried by Master of oldest Lodge.)
Junior Grand Deacon, GRAND MASTER, Senior Grand Deacon.
(carrying rod.) (carrying rod.)
Grand Standard Bearer,
Grand Sword Bearer,
(carrying drawn sword.)
The procession will move to the hall to be dedicated. When the head of the pro-
cession enters the door, the W. M., with his gavel, will call up all the brethren pres-
ent. The procession moves towards the East, passing West and North of the Altar,
during which there should be instrumental music. f When the Grand Tyler reaches
the foot of the dais in the East, the symbol of the Lodge will be placed upon the
stand, the great lights laid upon the Altar; and the book of Constitutions placed
upon the pedestal in the East. The Grand Officers will then open to the right and
left, facing inward. The W. M. will call on all the brethren present to join in re-
ceiving the Grand Officers with the grand honors. J The Grand Marshal and Grand
Tyler will then pass through the lines, and escort the Grand Master (uncovered) to
his station, the Master taking a seat on the left ; after which the Grand Marshal will
* For description, see ceremony of Constitution, page 315.
f Should Knights Templar, as such, be present, they should act as a f^uard of
honor to the Grand Lodge, forming a line on North and South sides of the hall
which position they will maintain during the ceremonies.
J Give full Grand Honors, see ceremony of Constitution, page 317.
CCCXLIV CEREMONIALS.
escort the Deputy Grand Master, Grand Chaplain and Grand Orator to their respect-
ive stations in the East ; the brethren are then seated by the Grand Master ; after
which the Grand Marshal will request the other Grand Officers to repair to their res-
pective stations in the hall. *
AN OPENING ODE
appropriate to the occasion will now be sung ; at the conclusion of which, the W. M.
of the Lodge rises, and addresses the Grand Master as follows :
Most Worshipful Grand Master : The brethren of ... .
Lodge, being animated with a desire to promote the honor and
interest of the Craft, have erected and furnished this hall, for their
convenience and accommodation. They are desirous that the
same should be examined by the M, W. Grand Master; and, if it
should meet his approbation, that it should be solemnly dedicated
to Masonic purposes, agreeably to ancient form and usage.
The Grand Master will address the assembly, announcing" the purpose of the
occasion, with such remarks as he may deem proper, concluding by saying:
In accordance with the teachings of our ancient institution, it is
our dut}'^, before entering upon any important undertaking, to in-
voke the blessing of God. We will therefore unite with our Grand
Chaplain in an address to the Throne of Grace.
The Grand Master calls up the brethren, and uncovers. The Grand Chaplain will
offer the following, or some other appropriate —
PRAYER.
O Thou Great and Eternal Lord God; source of light and love.
The Supreme Grand Master and Mighty Architect of the wond-
ers of creation, who from Thy Throne in the Highest Heaven, in
mercy lookest down upon all the dwellers of earth, lend, we be-
seech Thee, Thine ears to the prayers and petitions of Thy child-
ren now assembled in Thv presence, to teach the mysteries of that
sublime edifice which is erected and dedicated to Thy most holy
and glorious name. Pour upon us, and all the members of the
Mystic Ci'aft throughout the world, the rich blessings of Thy
Providence. Give us strength to overcome temptations, to sub-
* During the seating of the Grand Officers there should be instrumental music.
GRAND LODGE: OF ILLINOIS. CCCXLV
due our passions, and to practice virtue. Fill our hearts with fear
without desolation; with confidence without presumption; with
piety without illusion; and with tender affection for Thy divine
goodness, and love for our neighbors; make us faithful to our
friends, and charitable to our enemies. Dispose our hearts, O
Thou God Eternal, to receive the splendid impressions of religion
and humanity; and direct our footsteps in the bright paths of vir-
tue. Let all our actions prove to mankind that our lives are sin-
cerely dedicated to Thee, our God, and to the relief of our fel-
low-creatures. And, finally, when we yield up our breath to
Thee, the source of life, may we, bearing the rich harvest of good
actions, be admitted into that sublime and eternal Lodge, where
happiness reigns without alloy; and, around the Throne of the
great Jehovah, we shall sing hallelujahs to His name.
Now to the King eternal, immortal, invisible — the only wise
God, be the kingdom, jDOwer and glory, forever and ever. Amen.
Grand Master seats the brethren, when the architect who superintended the erec-
tion of the structure, (or the brother who managed the fitting, etc., of the hall) will
advance to the front of the East, and address the Grand Master as follows :
Most Worshipful Grand Master: Having been intrusted
with the duty of supervising and directing the workmen employed
in the construction of this edifice, and having, to the best of my
ability, accomplished the task assigned me, I now return my
thanks for the honor of the appointment, and beg leave to return
to you the implements committed to my care when the corner-
stone of this structure was laid, (presenting to the Grand Master
the square, level and plumb,) humbly hoping that the result of our
labors will be crowned with your approbation, and that of the
Most Worshipful Grand Lodge.
To which the Grand Master replies :
Brother Architect. The skill and fidelity displayed in
the execution of the trust reposed in you at the commencement of
this undertaking, have received the entire approbation of the Grand
Lodge; and they sincerely pray that this edifice mav continue a
lasting monument of the taste, spirit and liberality of its founders.
CCCXLVI CEREMONIALS.
The Deputy Grand Master rises and says :
Most Worshipful Grand Master : The hall in which we
are now assembled, and the plan upon which it has been con-
structed, having met with your approbation, it is the desire of the
brethren that it should now be dedicated according to ancient form
and usage. {Iiesu7nes his seat.)
Grand Master replies :
Right Worshipful Deputy: Agreeably to the request of
the brethren, we will now proceed with the ceremonies. Brother
Grand Marshal, you will form the Grand Officers in procession.
The Grand Marshal will instruct the Grand Officers to form in single file on the
north side of the hall, facing East, in the following order :
Grand Tyler.
Grand Standard Bearer.
Grand Sword Bearer.
Grand Pursuivant.
Grand Steward.
Grand Steward.
Grand Secretary.
Grand Treasurer.
Grand Chaplain.
Junior Grand Warden,
(carrying vessel of corn).
Senior Grand Warden,
(carrying vessel of wine).
Deputy Grand Master,
(carrying vessel of oil).
Junior Grand Deacon, GRAND MASTER, Senior Grand Deacon,
(who will take his place as the procession passes the East).
The procession will move around the symbol of the Lodge, passing East of the
Altar ; the symbol will be slowly uncovered by the Grand Marshal, during which
the first stanza of the Ode will be sung by the Choir, as Tollows :
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CCCXLVII
Air — Old Hundred.
Genius of Masonry, descend,
And with thee bring thy spotless name;
Constant our Sacred Rites attend.
While we adore thy peaceful reign.
When the Grand Master arrives at the East, the music ceases ; the procession
halts, facing inward; the Worshipful Master calls up the brethren; and, by direc-
tion of the Grand Master, the Grand Officers will kneel, while the Grand Chaplain
will offer the following :
CONSECRATION PRAYER.
Almighty Father, inasmuch as Thou hast jDiomised when two
or three are gathered in Thy name to be present with them, we
humbly beseech Thee that Thou wouldst now be present, and
direct oiu' hearts in Thy ways. Accept, O Lord, the dedication
of this hall, and make it, and the work for which it is to be set
apart, instrumental in promoting the reign of jDeace on Earth, and
good will among men. Here may Thy name be honored, Thy
laws obeyed, and Thy glory exalted and magnified. So order, O
loving Father, that within these consecrated walls, none but the
good and true may enter; that here men may learn to forget the
passions, the strife, the heart burnings and jealousies of the world:
and, obedient to the precepts of our time-honored brotherhood, may
learn to love each other, and draw nearer to Thee. Enlarge and
broaden the sympathies of the brethren for the poor and oppressed;
for the widow, and the dear little ones who may need their care
and protection; and make us all feel that such service is accept-
able in Thy sight. And finally, O Father, incline all our hearts
to Thy service, and all our acts to Thy glory; and when, at last,
our labors here are ended, when the veils of this earthly tabernacle
are rent, take us to Thy presence, there to join with all the
heavenly hosts, in ascribing never ending praise to Thy name.
Amen.
Response. So mote it be. (The brethren are seated).
CCCXLVIII CEREMONIALS.
The Grand Officers will rise and move around the symbol of the Lodge as be-
fore, during which the second stanza of the Ode will be sung, as follows :
Bring with thee Virtue^ brightest maid;
Bring Lovc^ bring Tritth^ bring Friendship here;
While social iJ//r//^ shall lend her aid
To smooth the wrinkled brow of Care,
When the Grand Master reaches the East, the procession halts, facing inward
when the Junior Grand Warden advances, and presents the vessel of Corn, saying :
Most Worshipful Grand Master: In the dedication of
Masonic Halls, it has been of immemorial custom to pour Corn
upon the Lodge, as an emblem of nourishment. I therefore present
to you this vessel of Corn, to be employed by you according to
ancient usage.
The Grand Master then calls up the brethren by striking the emblem of the Lodge
thrice with his gavel, uncovers, and pours the corn upon the emblem, saying :
In the name of the great Jehovah, to whom be all honor and
glory, I do solemnly dedicate this hall to Freemasonry.
The grand honors are then given once* The Grand Master seats the brethren ;
when the procession again moves around the emblem, during which the third stanza of
the ode is sung as follows :
Bring Charity with goodness crowned;
Encircled in thy heavenly robe;
Diffuse thy blessings all around,
To every corner of the globe.
When the Grand Master reaches the East, the Senior Grand Warden advances,
presents the vessel of Wine, and says :
Most Worshipful Grand Master: Wine, the emblem of
refreshment, having been used by our ancient brethren in the cere-
monies of dedication and consecration, I present to you this vessel
of Wine, to be used on the present occasion according to ancient
Masonic form.
The Grand Master strikes the emblem three times, at which the brethren rise, and
sprinkles the wine upon the emblem, saying :
* See note on page 317 for explanation of grand honors.
GRANP LOPGK OF fLMNOIS. CCCXLIX
U\ the name of" the Holy Saints juhn, L do solcnnily dcclieatc tliis
hall to \'irtuc.
The grand honor, arc llicn given ^7(>/ir. The brethren are seated, and the pro-
cession moves around the emblem, during which the choir will sing the following
stanza:
To Heaven's high Architect all praise,
All praise, all gratitude be given,
VV^ho deigned the human soul to raise
By mystic secrets, sprung from IIea\ en.
When the Grand Master arrives at the East, the Deputy Grand Master advances
and presents the vessel of oil, saying :
Most Worshipful Grand Master: I present to you, to he
used according to ancient custom, this vessel of oil, an emblem of
that joy which should animate every bosoiri on the completion of
an}' important imdertaking.
The Grand Master, striking the cniblciu three times (brethren rise), sprinkles the
oil upon the emblem, saying :
Tn the name of the whole fraternity, I do solcmidy detlicatc this
hall to universal benevolence.
The grand honors arc given thrice ; when the Grand Chaplain advances, and
makes the following —
INVOCATION.
And mav the Loid, the giver of every good and perfect gift,
bless the brethren here assembled, in all tlieir lawful imdertakings,
and grant to each one of them, in needful sujiply, the corn of nour-
ishment, the wine of refreshment, and the oil of joy. Amen.
Response. So mote it l)e.
The Grand Marshal will then slowly re-cover the endjlcm nt the Lodge, accom-
panied by a strain of music; after which the Grand Master will lesunic his chair,
and the other Grand OBicers will take their respective stations. The Grand Marshal
then makes the following —
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CCCL CEREMONIALS.
PROCLAMATION.
By Older of the Most Worshipful Grand Master, I do hereby
proclaim, that the hall in which we are now assembled, has been
dedicated to the purposes of Freemasonry in due and ancient form.
All persons interested will take due notice, and govern themselves
accordingly.
An appropriate Oration may now be delivered ; at the conclusion of which, the
Grand Master will call up the brethren, and request the Grand Chaplain to pro-
nounce a suitable —
BENEDICTION.
The Grand Officers then form in procession, under the direction of the Grand Mar-
shal, in the same order as at entering the hall, and return to their apartment,* where
the occasional Grand Lodge will be closed.
♦While passing out of the hall, there should be instrumental music. When the
Grand Officers have retired, the W. M. will seat the brethren, if he desires them to
remain, or he may dismiss the assembly.
GRAND LODGE OP ILLINOIS. CCCLI
LAYING CORNER-STONES.
These ceremonies are conducted only by the Grand Master in person, or by some
brother acting for him, under special written authority, assisted by the officers of an
occasional Grand Lodge ; and such of the Craft as may be invited, or who may
choose to attend, either as Lodges, or as individual brethren.
No corner-stone should be laid with Masonic ceremonies, except those of acknow-
ledged public structures, or buildings which are to be used for Masonic purposes ;
and then only by special request of the proper authorities.
The Lodge or Lodges in the place where the building is to be erected, may invite
such neighboring Lodges, and other Masonic bodies, as they may deem proper. The
chief Magistrate, and other officers of the place, should also be invited to attend on
the occasion.
At the time appointed for the ceremony, a sufficient number of brethren* to act as
Grand Officers are convened in a suitalile place, where a Grand Lodge will be
opened on the Third Degree, and proper instructions given by the Grand Master ;
after which, the officers of the Grand Lodge, under the direction of the Grand Mar-
shal, will form in the following order: -j-
* For selection of officers, see ceremony of constitution.
f In all public processions, the brethren should appear dressed in dark clothes,
black hats, and white gloves. Officers may wear their jewels. No umbrellas should
be carried by the brethren in a public procession.
CEREMONIALS.
Grand Tylkr,
(with drawn sword.)
Grand Steward, Grand Pursuivant, Grand Steward,
(carrying rod.) (carrying Bible, Square and Compasses (carrying rod.)
on a cushion.)
Grand Orator. Grand Chaplain.
Grand Secretary, Grand Treasurer,
(carrying scroll, containing list of (In charge of the box* to be de-
articles to be placed under the posited under the corner-
corner-stone.) stone.)
Grand Steward, Past Grand Officers,! Grand Steward,
(carrying rod.) (in the order of their rank, two abreast.) (carrying rod.)
Principal Architect,];
(carrying Square, Level and Plumb.)
X
Junior Grand Warden, Senior Grand Warden,
cT) (carrying vessel of oil.) (carrying vessel ot wine.)
<
^ Deputy Grand Master,
Q (carrying vessel of corn.)
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^ Master of Oldest Lodge,
(carying book of constitutions.)
Junior Grand Deacon, GRAND MASTER. Senior Grand Deacon,
(carrying rod.) (carrying rod.)
Grand Standard Bearer.
Grand Sword Bearer.
The procession thus formed will proceed to join the general priicessiim, if any,
and march to tiie j^iace where the ceremony is lo be performed.
* This box may be carried by the Treasurer, oi- be sent in advance to the site of
the corner-stone, as circumstances may dictate.
f In the absence of Past Grand Officers, these Stewards will support the
Deputy Grand Master and Grand Wardens.
I If the Architect of the building is not a membei of the Masonic fraternity, the
square, level and plumb will be carried by a brother appointed for the purpose, who
will deliver them to the Architect on arriving at the corner-stone.
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CCCLIII
Whenever Knights Templar are present in uniform, they should act as an escort,
or guard of honor to the Grand Lodge. *
When a procession is composed of others than the officers of the Grand Lodge,
and includes any or all of the bodies named below, it should be formed in the fol-
lowing order, viz :
L Music.
II. Military.
III. Citizens.
; IV. Societies and Organizations.
<
X
V. Music.
C< VI. Knights Templar, (escort.)
S VII. Royal Arch Masons.
Q
X VIII. Master Masons.
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v^ IX. Music.
O
X. Knights Templar, (escort to G. L.j
XI. Chief Magistrate and civil officers of the place.
XII. Grand Lodge, in the order before named.
No banners or inscriptions of a political or sectarian character should be allowed
in the procession.
Should any Masonic body other than those above named appear, they should be
assigned an appropriate place in the procession.
A triumphal arch is usually erected near the place where the ceremony is to be
performed ; and the corner-stone should have engraved on its face, the words " laid
by the Masonic fraternity," with the date ; the year of Masonry ; the name of the
Grand Master ; and such other particulars as may be deemed proper.
When the head of the procession reaches the Arch, it will open to the right and
left, facing inward. The Grand Master, uncovering, preceded by the Grand Mar-
shal and Grand Tyler, and followed by the other Grand Officers^ and the Chief
Magistrate and civil officers of the place, will pass through the lines and ascend to
the platform. As the Grand Master and others advance, the remainder of the pro-
cession will counter-march and surround the platform.
The stone should be suspended about six feet from its bed, by a machine having
suitable arrangements for slowly lowering it to its placp. All being in readiness —
* When there are two or more Commanderies of Knights Templar present, the
local Commandery, if any, will act as escort to the Grand Lodge ; otherwise, the
oldest Commandery present will have preference. Other Commanderies will act in
same capacity to other bodies of the Masonic fraternity who may be in the proces-
sion.
CCCLlV CEREMONIALS.
The Grand Master will command silence ; when some official, connected with the
building, should publicly invite the Grand Master to lay the corner-stone. The
Grand Master will then address the assembly, announcing the purposes of the
occasion, etc., concluding as follows :
" The teachings of Freemasonry Inculcate, that in all our works,
great or small, begun and finished, we should seek the aid of
Almighty God. It is our first duty, then, to invoke the blessing
of the great Architect of the Universe upon the work in which
we are about to engage. T therefore command the utmost silence,
and call upon all to unite with our Grand Chaplain in an address
to the Throne of Grace.
The brethren uncover, while the Grand Chaplain delivers the following, or some
other appropriate
PRAYER.
Almighty God, who hath given us grace at this time, with one
accord, to make our common supplication unto Thee, and dost
promise that where two or three are gathered together in Thy
name. Thou wilt grant their recpiest; fulfil now, O Lord, the
desires and petitions of Thy servants, as may be most expedient
for them; granting us in this world knowledge of Thy* truth, and
in the world to come, life everlasting. Amen.
Response. So mote it be.
The choir will then sing an ode.
Grand Master. R. W. Bro. Grand Treasurer, it has ever been
the custom, on occasions like the present, to deposit within a
cavity in the stone, placed in the northeast corner of the edifice,
certain memorials of the period at which it was erected; so that, in
the lapse of ages, if the fury of the elements, or the slow but cer-
tain ravages of time, should lay bare its foundation, an enduring
record may be foinid by succeeding generations, to bear testimou}'
to the energy, industry and culture of our time. Has such a de-
posit been prepared ?
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS.
Grand Trcastircr. Il has, Most Worshipful Grand Master,
antl the various articles of which it is comj^osed, are safely enclosed
within the casket now hefore you.
Grand Master. R. W. Grand Secretary, you will read for the
information of the hrethren and others here assemhled, a record of
the contents of the casket.
Grand Secretary, reads a list of the artielcs contained in the casket.
Grand Masicr. R. W. Grand Treasurer, you will now deposit
the casket in the cavity heneath the corner-stone, and may the
Great Architect of the Universe, in His wisdom, grant that ages
on ages shall pass away ere it again he seen of men.
Grand Treasurer, assisted by the Grand Secretary, will place the casket in the
cavity prepared. During this ceremony, there should be instrumental music. Grand
Treasurer reports :
Most Worshipful Grand Master, your orders have heen duly
epcecuted.
Principal Architect delivers the working tools to the Grand Master, who retains
the trowel, and presents the square, level and plumb to the Deputy Grand Master,
Senior and Junior Grand Wardens, respectively, saying :
Right Worshipful J^rethren, you will receive the implements
of your office. With your assistance antl that of the Craft, I will
now proceed to lay the corner-stone of this edifice, according to
the custom of our fraternity. Brother Grand Marshal, you will
direct the Craftsmen to furnish the cement, and prepare to lower
the stone.
The Grand Master will then spread a portion of the cement. The stone is then
lowered slowly one third the distance, during which there should be appropriate
music. When the stone is stopped, the Grand honor* is given once, by all the breth-
ren, under the direction of the Grand Marshal. The stone is again lowered as
before, accompanied by music ; when it is stopped, the Grand honors are given tzuice;
the stone is lowered for the third time, with music. When it is in place, the Grand
lionors are given thrice. The Grand Master then says :
* See ceremonies of Constitution, for information in regard to Grand honors.
CCCLVl CEREMONIALS.
R. W. Deputy Grand Master, what is the proper iiiiplemeut ol
your office?
D. G. Maste?-. The square.
G. M. What are its moral and Masonic uses?
D. G. M. To square our actions by the rule ol" virtue, and
prove our work.
G. AI. Apply the implement of your office to that portion of
the corner stone, and make report.
The square is applied tn the four upper corners.
D. G. M. Most Worshipful Grand Master, [ find the stone to
he square. The Craftsmen have done their duty.
G. yl/. R. \\ . vSenior (irand ^^^ardcn, what is the proper
implement of jour office?
.S-. G. IW The level.
G. M. What are its moral and Masonic uses?
vS". G. W. Morally, it teaches Equality; and hy it we provg
our work.
G. M. Apply the implement of your office to that portion of
the corner-stone that needs to he proved, and make report.
Level is applied to the top surface.
vS. G. IV. Most Worshipful Grand Master, I find the stone to
be level. The Craftsmen have done their duty.
G. AT. R. W. Junior Grand VV'arden, what is the proper imple-
ment of your office?
J. G. W. The plumb.
G. M. What are its moral and Masonic uses?
'J. G. VV. Moralh', it teaches rectitude of conduct; and by it
we prove our work.
G. M. Apply the implement of your office to that portion of
the corner-stone, and make report.
The plumb is applied to the sides of the stone.
GRAND LODGE OF II.T.INOIS. CCCLVII
y. G. W. Most Worshipful Grand Master, I find the stone to
he plumh. The Craftsmen have done their dut}^
Grand Master^ (striking the stone three times with his pravel,)
says :
This corner-stone has heen tested hy the proper implements of
Masonry. I find that the Craftsmen have skilfully and faithfully
done their duty; and I do declare the stone to be well formed and
trusty; truly laid, and correctly proved, according to the rules of
our Ancient Craft. May the building be conducted and completed
amid the blessings of Plenty, Health and Peace.
Response by the Craft . vSo mote it be.
Grand Master. Brother Grand Marshal, you will present the
elements of consecration to the proper officers.
Grand Marshal presents V'essel of Corn to the D. G. M.; the
Wine to the S. G. W.; and the Oil to the J. G. W.
^Deputy Grand Masf-'i advances with the Corn, scattering it on the ^tone, and «ays :
I scatter this Corn as -in emblem of Plenty; may the blessings
of bounteous heaven be showered upon us, and upon all like patriotic
and important undertakings, and inspire the hearts of the people
with virtue, wisdom and gratitude.
Response hy the Craft. So mote it be.
Senior Grand Warden advances with the Vessel of Wme, pouring it on the stone,
and says :
I pour this Wine as an emblem of Joy and Gladness. May the
great Ruler of the Universe bless and prosper our National, State
and City governments; preserve the Union of the States in har-
mony and brotherly love, which shall endure through all time.
Response by the Craft. So mote it be.
yunior Grand Warden advances with the Vessel of Oil, pouring it on the stone,
saying :
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CCCLVin CEREMONIALS.
I pour this Oil as an emblem of Peace; may its blessings abide
with us continually; and may the Grand Master of Heaven and
Earth shelter and protect the widow and orphan, and vouchsafe to
them, and to the bereaved, the afflicted and sorrowing, everywhere,
the enjoyment of every good and perfect gift.
Response by the Craft. So mote it be.
Grnnd Master, extending his hands, pronounces the following invocation :
May Corn, Wine and Oil, and all the necessaries of life, abound
among men throughout the world. May the blessing of Almighty
God be upon this undertaking. May He protect the workmen
from every accident. May the structure here to be erected, be
planned with wisdom, supported by strength, and adorned in
beauty; and may it be preserved to the latest ages, a monument to
(he energy and liberality of its founders.
Response by the Craft. So mote it be.
(If convenient, it would be appropriate at this point, for the Grand Stewards to
decorate the stone with flowers ; during which the choir will chant.)
Grand Master, addressing the Principal Architect, says :
Worthv sir, (or brother,) having thus, as Grand Master of Ma-
sons, laid the corner-stone of this structure, I now return to you
these implements of operative Masonry, (presents square, level
and plumb,) having full confidence in your skill and capacity to
perform the important duties confided to you, to the satisfaction of
those who have entrusted you with their fulfillment.
The Grand Master will then make report of his doings as follows :
I have the honor to report, that in compliance with the request
of the proper authorities, the corner-stone of the building
to be erected on this site, has been laid successfully, with the
ancient ceremonies of the Craft. The Brother Grand Marshal
will therefore make the proclamation.
(hand Marshal. In the name of the Most Worshipful Grand
Lodge of Fiee and Accepted Masons of the State of Illinois, I
GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS. CCCLIX
now proclaim that the coniei-stone of the structure to be here
erected, has this day been found true and trusty, and htid accord-
ing to the old customs, by the Grand Master of Masons.
All present will now join in singing a
CLOSINC ODE,
After which, may l)e deliveied a suitable
ORATION.
Grand C/iaphiiii, at the conclusion of the oialion, will pronounce the tollowin**^,
oi Some buitai)le
BENEDICTION :
Glory be to (Jod on Highland on earth peace, good will toward
men! O Lord, we most heartily beseech Thee with Thy favor
to behold and bless this assemblage; pour down Thy mercies, like
the dew that falls upon the mountains, upon Thy ser\ ants engaged
in the solemn ceremonies of this day. Bless, we pray Tliee, all
the workmen who shall be engaged in the erection ol this editice;
keep them from all forms of accidents and harm; grant them in
health and prosperity to live; and tiiially, we hope, after this lile,
through Thy mercy and Ibrgiveness, to attain everlasting jo\ and
felicity in Thy bright mansion, in Tliy holy temj)le, not made
with hands, eternal in the heavens. Amen.
/Response. So mote it be.
After which, the Grand Lodge, w ith esort, returns to the place from whence
it started, and is closed.
The Lodges, and other Masonic l)i)dies, rt-turn to their respective LalU
INDEX.
ADDRESS— i-AGK.
Of Grand Master Vi
Referred 'it
Committee on 5
Report of S'-J
Of Grand Officers 'i
AMENDMENTS TO BY-LAWS-
Made special order S'i
Vote on 45
Adoption of .' 54
Proposed 55, 65, yi
List of ccxxix
Afl^OlNTMENTS—
Of Committees i
Of Grand Officers Hi.
Of Committee on Washington Monument , , ... 'i9
ACDITORS—
Appointment of 4
Report of 64
APPEALS AUD GRIEVANCES—
Committee on, appointed -j
Report of 36
ARRESTS OF CHARTERS la
ADAMS, JOHN H. et al . —vs. Trenton Lodge No. 109 44
ALDRICH, JAMES v.— Restoration of 56
ANCHOR LODGE No. 615-Consolidatiou of with Mason City Lodge No 408 iO
BLUE GRASS LODGE No. 407—
Thos. McGill Vfl 86
Geo. W. Lackey vs 37
Petition of, for removal of— referred to Grand Master 56
BROMWELL LODGE No. 451— R. M Wood vs 83
BURSON, A.— vs. Stratton Lodge No. 408 89
BAK^R, WM. T.— vs Fisher Lodge No. 585 42
BLODGETT, ORLANDO S.— Restoration of 56
BROOKLYN LODGE No. 282-Petition for removal of 05
CCCLXII liSTDKX.
CANTON LODGE— Report on— Chartered 84, 85
CARMAN LODGE— Report on— Chartered 34,36
CARLOCK, JAMES A— Restoration of 5T
CEREMONIALS-
Installation of Grand Officers ccci
Instituting Lodges Under Dispensation cccxii
Constituting New Lodges cccxjl
installation of Lodge Officers cccxxiii
Dedication of Masonic Halls ccoxli
Laying Coi-ner Stones cccli
CHADWICK, JOHN E— vs. Landmark Lodge No. 422 42
CONSOLIDATIONS— In regard to 20
CORNER-STONES LAID 2i
CROCKER, JOHN H.— vs. Maroa Lodge No. 454 37
COMMITTEES—
Appointment of 4
Masonic Jurisprudence 4
Report of 39
Appeals and Grievances 4
Report of 86
Chartered Lodges 4
Report of 08
Lodges Under Dispensation 4
Report of 84
Mileage and Per Diem 4
Report of 6(5
Auditing 4
Report of 64
Correspondence 4
Report of 'iT, I
Printing 4
Report of 31
Grand Officers' Certificates 4
Orphan's Home 4
Reportof tSO
Credentials s
Report of 5
Finance 5
Reports of 84, 85, 86, 8T
Petitions 5
Reports of , 56, 78
Obituaries 5
Reportof 79
Grand Master's Address 3
Report of 32
To Examine Visitors 5
DISPENSATIONS—
For New Lodges 13
To Confer Degrees 15
DENNISON LODGE 14
DISCIPLINE IT
DKDICAITONS 2U
DECISIONS 21
DEATHS 25
INDEX. • CCCI.XIII
DEXTER, JAMES V. vs. Oriental Lodge No. 38 4.3
DELAVAN LODGE No. 156, Consolidation of, with Tazewel) Lodge No. .586 20
D. D. G. MASTERS— Reports of oclvi
t>ist of OCLXXIII
DAKOTA--Grand Lodge of Recognized 54
ELECTION— Made Special Order .32
Of Grand Officers 63
EQUALITY LODGE No 2— F. N. Hess vs 44
EDWARDS, THOMAS J. —Restoration of 56
FRANKFORT LODGE No. 567— A. J. Stroud vs 40
FILLMORE LODGE No. 670— Samuel A. Whitten vs 40
FISHER LODGE No. 685— Wm. T. Baker vs 42
FAYETTE LODGE No 107— Resolution to I.'rnnit Dues of 64
FORMS CCLXXVI
GRAND REPRESENTATIVES—
AppoiutRient of 2S
Reception of gS
T'istof ccLxxiv
GRANI> LODGES—
Of Wyoming, recognized 28
Of Dakota, recognized .54
Of Manitoba, recognized ■. ,54
Of Prince Edward's Island, recognized 64
GRAND MASTER'S ADDRESS 12
Report of Committee on 32
GRAND SECRETARY—
Report of 45
Report of orders drawn 29
GOODWIN JOHN— Restoration of 57
GRAND TREASURER'S ACCOUNT CCXLix
Report of Committee on ccxlviii
H. W. BIGELOW LODGE 19
HUNTSVILLE LODGE No. 465-John C. Wilson vs .38
HARRISBURG LODGE No. 825— Francis M. Pickett vs 44
HESS, F. N.— vs. Equality Lodge No. 2 44
HAMPSHIRE LODGE No. 443— Petition for removal of. referred to Grand Master. 56
HATHREN, JOHN— Restoration of 57
INSTALLATIONS 21
Made special order 65
Postpone d fid
Of Grand Officers SS
INVITATION— To he present at Dedication in New York 24
INDUSTRY LODGE No. 327— John Kemper vs .39
IONIC LODGE No. 312— Consolidation of with Mt. Zion Lodge No. 499 20
JENKINS, C. J.— vs. Olnej- Lodge No. 140 42
JCFRISPRUDENCE -Report of Committee on S9
CCCLXIV • INDEX.
KANSAS RELIEF 24
KEMPER, JOHN— vs. Industry Lodge No. 3'2T 39
KNOX VILLE LODGE No. 66 -Sylvester Stevens vs 41
LAKE CREEK LODGE-
Report on 34
Chartered 35
LUCKEY, GEO VV.— vs. Blue Grass Lodge No. 407 8T
LANDMARK LODGE No. 422— John E Chadwick vs ■... 42
LODGES— List of cclxxxiv
M ANITOB A— Grand Lodge of, recognized .54
MORNING STAR LODGE. 14
McGILL, THOMAS— vs. Blue Grass Lodge No. 407 86
MCDONALD, PETER M. etal.— vs. Cleveland Lodge No. 211 37
M ARO A LODGE No 454— John H. Crocker vs 37
MICKEY, JOHN- vs. Riissellville Lodge No. 34S 43
MARCELLINE LODGE No. 114— Allen Wait vs 41
MORRIS, M \V BRO. ROB.— Reception of 53
MOUTRY, ':^YLYESTER-Restoration of 57
MILEAGE AND PER DIEM— Report of Committee on 66
MASON CITY LODGE No 403— Consolidation of with Anchor Lodge No. 615 20
MT. ZION LODGE No. 499-Cousolidation of with Ionic Lodge No. 812 20
MASTERS AN D SECRET ARIES— List of CCLXXXIV
NEW CODE 28
NEW CHARTERS 24
NEWTON LODGE No. 216-l)avid Perrine vs 41
NEW COLUMBIA LODGE No. 336—
Resolution to remit dues of 58
Report on 82
OFFICERS OF THE GRAND LODGE 3
OPENING OF GRAND LODGE 4
Grand Officers present at 3
ORDERS DRAWN— Report of 29
OCCIDENTAL LO DGE No. 40— Resolution to remit dues of 80
OLNEY LODGE No. 140— C. J. Jenkins vs 42
ORIENTAL LODGE No. 33— James V. Dexter vs 48
PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND— Grand Lodge of recognized 54
PROXIES ISSUED 12, 13,22
PETITIONS AND APPEALS 16
PERA LODGE 19
PRINTING COMMITTEE—
Appointment of 4
Report of 31
To pviblish daily journal 63
PERRINE, DAVID— vs. Newton Lodge No. 216 41
PICKETT, FR.^NCIR M.-ve. H»rrisbnrg Lodge No 325 44
PKTITJONS—
Report ol' Committee on 56
Of Hampshire Lodge No. 443, for removal, referred to Grand Master 56
Of Blue Grass Lodge No, 407, for removal, referred to Grand Master 56
Of James V. Aldrich, for restoration 5fi
Of Preemanton Lodge, to change name 56
Of Thos. J . Edwards, for restoration 56
Of Orlando S. Blodgett, for restoration 56
Of James A. Carlock, for restoration 5T
Of John Goodwin, for restoration 57
Of James C. Strong, for restoi*ation 57
Of Alonzo Woodard, for restoration 57
Of Mt. Erie Lodge No. 331, for restoration of Sylvester Moutry 57
Of DeKalb Lodge No. 144, for I'estoration of John Hathren .57
To remove Brooklyn Lodge No. 282 65
PERMANENT MEMBKRS, list of CCLXXV
QUESTION—
Regarding Status of E. A . and F. C 63
Report on 89
REMOVALS—
Of Yorktowii Lodge No. 6.i5 ... - 19
Of Sigel Lodge No. 541 19
RELATIONS WITH OTHER GRAND LODGES 21
ROSE, THOMAS-Case of 22, 90
RECOGNITION—
Of Grand Lodge of Dakota ,-)4
Of <;rand Lodge of Mankato , 54
Of Prince Edward Island 54
REPRESENTATIVES, GRAND—
Api)ointment of '23
Reception ol 83
List of ocLxxiv
RUSSELLVILLE LODGE No. 34S— John Mickey vs 48
RESOLUTION—
Recognizing Grand Lodge of Wyoming 28
To remit dues of Occidental Lodge No. 40 .30
To publish names of Ollicers 33
Thanks to Singers 86
Explanatory of By-Laws 57
To remit dues of New Columbia Lodge No. 886 ."iS
To appoint D. D. G. M's. for German Lodges 62
Requiring visitors to have certificates 62
Printing Committee to publish daily journal 63
To jirovide jewels for D . D . G. Masters 63
To remit dues of Fayette Lodge No. 107 64
To pay Committee on Correspondence 79
To establish District Grand Lodges 82
RARITAN LODGE, Report on :}4
Chartered 35
RECEPTION—
Of M W. Bro. Rob. Morris 53
Of Grand Master McDonald, of Indiana 58
Of P. G. Master Pulford, of Wisconsin 78
Of Grand Representative of Utah 88
CCCLXVI
KRPORT—
Committee ou Credentials 5
Committee oq Masonic Correspondence 27
Grand Secretary — Orders drawn 29
Of Print ing Committee ;?1
Committee on Grand Master's Address .'52
In relation to the Grand Lodges of Manitoba, Prince Edward Island and
Dakota ;«
Committee on Lodges U. D 34
Committee on Appeals and Grievances :Vi
Of Grand Secretary — 45
Committee on Wasiiington Monument 54
Committee on Petitions 56
Committee on Chartered Lodges 58
Committee on Widows' and Orphans' Home 6{»
Auditing Committee (54
Committee on Mileage and Per Diem. . (>6
Committee on Petitions— Supplementary 78
Committee on Obituaries 79
Committee on Charity— on New Columbia Lodge 84
Finance Committee. ." 84, 35, S6, 87
Committee on Masonic Jurisprudence 89
Committee ou Cirand Treasurer's Account coxLviii
or District Deputy (Jrand Masters. . . cclvi
SPECIAL ORDKK— Election made 32
Election of Oflicers 53
Amendments made 32
SHERIDAX LODGE-Report on 34
Chartered 35
STKATTON LODGE No. 408— A. Burson vs 39
STROUD, A J.— vs. Frankfort Lodge No. 5t)7 , 40
STEVENS, SYLVESTER— vs. Knoxville Lodge No. 66 41
STRONG, JAMES C. — Restoration of 5T
STANSBURY, P. G. MASTER— District of Columbia— Introduction of. 29
STATUS OFE. A and F. C- Question in regard to the 68
Report on 89
SIGEL LODGE No. 541— Removal of 19
TABULAR STATEMENTS-
Lodges Under Dispensation 35
Chartered Lodges ccxxx
TRENTON LODGE No. 109, John H. Adams, et al. , vs 44
TAZEWELL LODGE No 586, consolidation of with Delavan Lodge No. 156 20
WYOMING— Grand Lodge of, recogni/.ed 98
WATERMAN LODGK— Report on 34
Chartered 85
WILSON, JOHN C— vs. Huntsville Lodge No. 465 38
WOOD, R. M vs. Brom well Lodge No. 451 38
WRITTEN. SAMUEL A — vs. Fillmoce Lodge No. 670 40
WAIT, ALLEN— vs. Marcelline Lodge No. 114 41
WOODARD, ALOXZO— restoration of 57
WIDOWS' AND ORPHANS' HOME— report of Committee on 60
WASHINGTON MON UMENT— report of Committee on 54
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