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THE FIELD. 
Charities'' was proposed, and responded to In an excellent speech by Br. 
Ncate (steward of the female school), and who hoped in 1855 to find 
some other Brother, as a steward, responding to the toast. The visitors 
were, Brs. Oogan, No. 12; Ellis, No. 75 ; Molsea, No. 201; Masters, 
No. 805 ; P. M. and H. Rayment, No. 118. There were also present nine 
Past Masters of this lodge, viz., Brs. Aptcd, Goring, Watson, C. Fox, 
Charker, Tomblcson, Robinson, Temple, and W. J. Newton (secretary). 
The contributors to the harmony of the evening were Brs. Adams, the 
W. JL Br. Paterson, W. Fielding, (who sang Perring's charming ballad 
of “ Have faith in one another" most delightfully), and G. F. Taylor, 
who presided at tho pianoforte. 
Enoch Lodge, No. 11. — Br. Ledger, W. M. This lodge called a 
meeting of its members for the first time this season, on Wednesday 
last, when upwards of sixty Brethren were present The lodge business 
being merely of a formal character, the Brethren at on early hour sat 
down to a most recherche banquet, at which the W. M. presided most 
efficiently. An admirable corps of vocalists were present, viz. Brs. 
Donald King, Lawler, Lcfflor, Day, G. F. Taylor, and Miss Mariau 
Taylor, whose charming vocalization obtained for her encores In all 
her songs ; in fact, the musical arrangements upon this occasion were of 
a superior order, and deserved tho reception they met with. 
St. Joun's Lodge of Lnstrcction, Hampstead, 25th of Octobeb. — 
At a weekly meeting of tho St John's Lodge of Instruction held this 
evening, Brother P. M., W. Shury, W. M. Tho Secretary read a letter 
from Brother W M. By water, P. M., No, 19, enclosing a post-office 
order for £2 4*. Gd subscribed by the Percy Lodge of Instruction, No. 
224, towards a Testimonial to Brother Adams; and it having been inti- 
mated to this lodge on several occasions, that many Brethren and 
Lodges of Instruction generally, had expressed a strong desire to be- 
come subscribers to the Testimonial, it was moved by Brother P. M., 
W. Paxon, and seconded by Brother P. M. H. Paxon, " That the best 
thanks of this Lodge of Instruction be presented to the Brethren of 
the Percy Lodge of Instruction for their kind co-operation, and in 
order that the Lodges of Instructions generally, os well as individual 
Brethren, may have an opportunity of testifying their respect for 
Brother Adams, by subscribing to a Testimonial to be presented to him, 
that they be invited to join in a General Testimonial for that purpose, 
and that all subscriptions be forwarded to Brother Aldrich, of Hamp- 
stead, S. W., St. John's Lodge, No. 19G, and Honorary Secretary to 
this Lodge of Instruction, or to Brother Hazard of Hampstead, J. W. 
and Treasurer of tho St. Johh's Lodge, No. 19G, and Treasurer of this 
Lodge of Instruction." It was moved by Brother Cormick, and seconded 
by the W. M., “That the subscription list be open till tho 29th of 
November uext, after which date no further subscriptions be received, 
and that a subsequent meeting of the subscribers be convened to deter- 
mine as to what tho testimonial shall consist of. 
Polish National Lodge, No. 778, and Old Concord, No. 201. — 
Notices of these lodges next week. 
Erratum. — Bon Accord Mark Lodge. In our notice of the installation 
last week, for James Tucker, P. G. M. for Dorsetshire, read William 
Tucker, P. P. G. M. 
George and Blue Boar, Hion Holdorn. — Mr. G. F. Taylor Intends 
holding, for his Benefit, a Madrigal and Glee Concert, of a convivial 
character, among gentleman only, at the above Tavern, on the evening 
of Monday, November the 27th, to commence at eight o'clock precisely. 
Tickets, two-shillings and sixpence each, to be had of Mr. G. Tailor, 
21, Robert Street, Hampstead Road; at tho Freemason's Tavern; and 
at the George and Blue Boar, Holborn. 
Board of Benevolence. — At tho monthly meeting of the Board of 
Benevolence, held at Freemasons' Hall, on Thursday, Oct. 26, nine 
applicants were relieved with various sums amounting in the aggregate 
to £86. 17s. 
ROYAL FREEMASONS' GIRLS' SCHOOL. 
On the 12th ult, the usual Quarterly Court of tho Governors of the 
Girls' School was held at the Freemasons' Tavern, Great Queen-street, 
for the election of children, and for tho transaction of general business. 
Brother Mills occupied the chair. 
Brother Crowe, the Secretary, read the minutes of the previousquar- 
terly court, and of the several sittings of tho Houso Committee, which 
had taken place during the three months Intervening. From these re- 
cords it appeared that tho Grand Lodge has this year subscribed £350 
to the funds of the Institution. All the children, with the exception of 
twelve, spent the last vacation with their relatives and friends, and re- 
turned to the school in good health. One child unfortunately fell a 
victim to the late pestilence, notwithstanding the most attentive care of 
the medical officers nnd of tho schoolmistress. The conduct of Dr. 
Moore, M.D., Honorary Physician, tho same gentleman who, some time 
since, filled the office of G.8.D., was beyond all praise. During the time 
that the child's illness continued, he attended her at Wandsworth, 
several times each day, and supplied her with wine and other necessaries 
from his own establishment The House Committee fully recognising 
such an active exercise of the highest virtue that can adorn a Mason, 
had placed on record the expression of their unanimous thanks to 
Brother Moore. Brother Howell, surgeon to the Institution, was also 
indefatigable in his exertions, and was in constant attendance on the 
child, while the care bestowed on the youthful sufferer, by Miss Jar- 
wood, was characterised by all that fond attention which she has for so 
many years exercised towards the children placed under her care ; and 
the relatives of the child, in most affecting terms expressed their grati- 
tude for the careful and affectionate manner with which she had been 
treated. 
Tho committee had defeated an attempt made by the churchwardens 
to subject the Institution to an annual charge of £l. 7a Gd. for church 
rates, and received a letter from Brother Philip Hardwicke, their 
architect, certifying, that the works at tho School House had been com- 
pleted to his satisfaction. 
These minutes were, on tho motion of Brother Symonds, confirmed 
by the Court. 
The Treasurer was then authorised to pay £393. 5s. 8d., the expenses 
of the Institution for the quarter. 
Brother Crewe then announced that there were six vacancies on the 
school, and that there were only five approved candidates: on which it 
was moved, that the five children so approved should be admitted with- 
out a poll. This was at once agreed to. 
Brother Symonds next brought before tho Court, the case of a child 
who had been elected at the poll, which took place in April last, but 
who, on account of the extreme delicacy of her constitution was refused 
the necessary medical certificate to qualify her admission. She had 
since been residing at Margate, and was now greatly improved in health, 
as testified by letters from medical men resident In that town, addressed 
to Brother Patten. Under these circumstances, ho thought that the 
unfilled vacancy should be kept open for her, subject to her obtaining 
a certificate of good health from the medical officers of the charity ; and 
lie had great pleasure in moving a resolution to that effect. 
Brother Barrett seconded the proposition. 
The Chairman thought that tho child’s illness did not nullify her 
election, but that she had a right to the first vacancy which might arise 
after her complete recovery, 
There being some doubt on this point, the motion was put from the 
chair, and unanimously agreed to. 
Tho proceedings then terminated with a vote of thanks to tho Chair- 
man. 
At a meeting of the General Committee on Thursday last, over which 
Br Readon presided. Miss Jarwood was appointed Matron, pro Urn., in 
the place of the lute Mrs. Crooks. 
[From the Masonic Mirror ] 
Celebration of St. John's Festival, at Adelaide. — On the even- 
ing of tho 22nd of June, the Brethren of the Lodge of Unity, ai d thoso 
01 the Adelaide St. John's Lodge, met at Brother John Smith's, Port 
Adelaide, to celebrate the festival of St. John. About fifty-three 
Brethren set down to supper. The usual Masonic toasts were proposed 
and duly honoured. At twelve o'clock the Acting-Worshipful Master, 
Brother P. M. French, left the chair, und the Brethren retired, having 
spent a most agreeable Masonic evening. 
New Masonic Hall, at Adelaide — A meeting of the shareholder* 
of the " Masonic Hall Association," took place on Monday evening, 
June 5, nt the Lodg:-room, North -terrace. The meeting was called to 
• iopt a deed of settlement, to elect direc'ors, trustees, and auditor* 
The chairman, Mr. J. Lazar explained the nature of the business, and 
the position in which matters stood Ho also congratulated tho share- 
holders upon the success of tho undertaking. A ballot for the officers 
then took pl»cc, the result of which was tho return of tho following 
gentlemen : Directors, J Lazar Esq., R. McClure, Esq.. E. Mitchell 
Esq., F. Hal re. Esq., and A. Abraham, Esq. ; Trustees, L. Joseph, Ksq 
Dr. Gone, J. S. Henry. Esq., C. S. Porlo, Esq., and B. Nathan, Esq. • 
Auditors, Messrs. Ball and Wood* There Is a neat cottage attached to 
the hall, which Is intended for tho residence of Brother J. Wing, the 
tylcr, who ou this occasion was presented with a very handsome silver 
watch. About eighty brethren were present, and tho evening was 
spent most agreeably. 
New Freemasons' Hall, at Hobart Town. — A new Masonic hall Is 
also to be erected in tliis place, Brother William Champion having 
kindly given a very eligible site. Tho result is, that a company is in 
process of formation, with £5,000 capital, in £10 shares, to erect a 
hall ; these shares are to be held by and transferable to those only who 
arc truo and faithful brothers amongst us. One pound is to be paid 
down, and the remainders reserved In equal instalments by promissory 
notes, payable at three, six, nine, and twelve months, respectively, 
bearing date July 1, 1854. Brothers G. Stevenson, M. Kcnnett, and 
W G. Hardy, are respectively treasurer, secretary, and solicitor. A 
provisional committee, has been appointed, consisting of twelve 
Brethren, and 2G4 shares have already boontaken. As soon as 400 
shares are taken, it is intended to hold a general meeting of share- 
holders for tho election of officer* and tho formal inauguration of tho 
company. 
THE HISTORY OF FREEMASONRY. 
(Continual from page 1021.) 
Among tho kings were Alfred the Great, Edward tho Confessor, 
Edward III., Henry VII, James I, during whoso reign Inigo Jones 
planned tho Banquottlng House, Whitehall ; and tho stately gallery of 
Somerset House, fronting the Thames; but tho architect was' prevented 
from finishing hU work by the civil war* in which King Charles I. was 
beheaded, ot his own window, on the 30th of January, 1G48. 
Sir Christopher Wren was deputy grand master when the great fire 
in London, in 1666, consumed so many housos, prisons, halls, gates, and 
churches. Tho greater portion of Sir Christopher's life was taken up 
In rebuilding many of the churches, and in erecting upon the place 
where the fire begun tho volutod column or monument, 202 feet In 
height, which took six years in building, In consequence of tho groat 
scarcity of stone. Amongst the most conspicuous works are St. Paul's, 
as It now stands, Winchester Palace, the hospitals of Greenwich and 
Chelsea, tho theatre at Oxford, and upwards of fifty churches Not- 
withstanding the extraordinary merit of this man, he was turned out of 
his office of Surveyor-general in his old age to make room lor an arrant 
blockhead, who was soon after dismissed for incapacity , meantime as 
Pope emphatically remarks : — 
“ The Ul-roquited Wren 
Descends with sorrow to the grave." 
Foreign states were always Jealous of freemasonry — Germany, Italy, 
Flanders, and Holland, having at one time united in suppressing tho 
order. Franco followed the example of Holland, though many of the 
greatest men of the kingdom endeavoured to defend the lodges 
The persecutions at Vienna, occasioned by the jealousy of the ladies 
of that court, who were baffled in their devices to get some of their tools 
and agents into the lodges, rose to a great pitch, until his imperial 
Majesty pacified the empress and her satellites. The court of Romo 
also poured its bulls and decrees against Masons. Pope Clement 
Issued declarations of damnation, command, prohibition, and interdict, 
against tho brotherhood, threatening them with the indignation of the 
Almighty and of tho blessed apostles, Peter and Paul ; and these declar- 
ations were posted on the gates of the palace of the sacred office of tho 
Prince of the Apostles by the cursltor of tho Holy Inquisition. 
<£>nt Xrtfpr-3Png. 
FERRETS, 
Sm, — Noticing a reply in your last week's correspondence from 
11 Rusticus," upon the subject of ferret-keeping, might I suggest tho 
following plan, which I have adopted now for some time, and with 
success. 
Cleanliness, warmth, plenty of straw, and a certain portion of venti- 
lation, are the primary points in breeding and rearing ferrets. At an 
early age the keeper may be doomed to much disappointment ; for they 
are mostly subjected to a disease termed "sweat," or distemper, and 
which in many cases proves exceedingly destructive ; even with great 
attention 1 have been unable to prevent it: yet, with care, it might be, 
I have no doubt, greatly diminished. 
I have this year three good litters of seven, ten, and eight ; and out 
of that number I have lost but four. With me It is a rule — and one 
that I would advise all ferret-keepers to adopt — never to disturb the 
nest for ot least tho four first weeks ; as the mother will often — as in 
the case of the rabbit — kill its young. Resides which, they ore so 
tender ns not to bear any kind of handling. A small quantity of clean 
straw, dry, placed in the front of the breeding-box, will enable tho 
mother to refurnish her own nest. 
At tho age of six to seven weeks they are mostly attacked with the 
disease l have alluded to ; it is a natural one with them when at that 
age ; and, when once amongst them, tho keeper must be content with 
thoso that luck will have left him. 
For food — I would recommend their being fed twice a day on bread 
nnd milk — I am not particular as to its being warm ; a few birds 
(which often provo troublesome to tho gardener), such as sparrows, 
linnets, &c., arc good dainties twice or three times a week. Tho livers 
of hares and rabbits are greedily devoured by them ; and even when 
at a very young age, you can easily perceive the strongest of the party 
as they savagely seize the piece one from the other. 
1 have a small brick and tile shed for them, and a sloping floor to a 
drain, which carries away all tho moisture. They require a change of 
bedding once a week. When at the age of four months, 1 remove the 
partitions, and allow the mothers and their families the run of the shed : 
I find it preferable to removing them from the mothers. A few battles 
at feeding time will soon restore them to harmony. 
I have breeds both of the pole-cat and white. The former I consider 
the easiest reared, and prove the best rabbiters ; the white, which are 
mostly speaking much smaller, serve for rats. 1 run them with a cord 
and collar, to which is attached a small steel swivel — a plan which I 
adopt in preference to a muzzle. A very limited allowance of food on 
the day previous to their hunting will incline them both to hunt bettor 
and truer. I remember the letters last year to which your correspon- 
dent “ Rusticus " alludes, and for one can bear testimony to the useful 
hints he gave to Tiie Field. Yours truly, 
October 30, 1854. T. F. 
INTERPETERS IN THE EAST. 
Sm, — Having frequently noticed that Tn£ Field has pointed out the 
extraordinary fact that Turkish is not taught in England, I send you 
the following clipping from the Daily Fetes of the 3rd inst. (Friday) : — 
"A Sft on the Staff. — Th? Malta Times ot the 21th ult., states, 
from the Crimea, that the principal dragoman (a Greek) of Lord 
Raglan has been detected in sending to Russia information of tho pro- 
ceedings of the allied armies, and lias been sent to Constantinople to bo 
tried. It will lie remembered that in letters from the Crimea, after the 
battle of tile Alma, it was stated that full particulars of tho strength 
and distribution of tho English forces were found in Prince Mensohi- 
kolTs carriage." 
Now, Sir, it seems probable the war will last ten years. Why not 
commence teaching Turkish at once at King's College (Strand); Arabic 
Is of little use. Como what ra»y, we must soon employ Englishmen 
only as interpreters. It ia no use trusting to Greeks, or other foreigners 
— Your* Ac. Reg dlh. 
Office London Directory. 
Tho ‘ Post Offlco London Directory” for 1855 has just been 
published. I he present volume is considerably increased in 
sizo, owing to tho constant increaso of tho population in tho 
area previously comprised, and to tho fact that, as the 
suburbs are gradually becoming tho places of residence of 
those engaged in business in the metropolis, it is rendered 
necessary to continually enlarge the area chronicled in tho 
“ Directory." An improvement ia noticeable in the adoption 
of Messrs. Schlesingor's index to the map. The use of tho 
coloured edgoa is coutiuucd, with the names of tho different 
divisions, which enables every ono to determine not only the 
beginning, but also the termination of, each division of tho 
work, and has, therefore, great advantages over various other 
plans for which patents have been taken out, which merely 
determine the commencement of each part, and some of which 
require notches to bo cut, roudoring tho leaves liablo to bo 
tom when turned over rapidly. The official index, pp. 3 to 
33, has been much enlarged by adding to each name not only 
the office but the department — thus to Bokenham, William, 
will be found appended the description, General Post-office, 
circulation department. All the information has been 
brought down to the latest period ; for instance, tho Royal 
Commission of tho Patriotic Fund, which was first Gazetted 
October 13th, will bo found at p. 66 (corrected by tho era- 
sure of tho name of Sir Byam Martin, whose death was 
announced on tho 23rd ult.), and with a list of the officers. 
The alterations caused by the death of Lord Dunalloy, an 
Irish representative peer, announced on the 23rd, wi’ 1 be 
found at pp. 2,267, 2,232, 2,258, and 2,260. Viscount Dun- 
garvan, elected on tho 23rd, M.P. for Frome, will bo found 
so described at pp. 2,242 and 2,252, and tho death of Mr. Henry 
Stuart, tho late M.P. for Bedford, announced in the Times of 
tho 30th, will bo found mentioned in tho “Too Late Names,” 
at p. xi. We mention these as boiug names of note, but 
equal care seems to have been taken with the entire work, as 
may be ascertained by referring to the Dame of any person 
who has removed or commenced business within the last 
three months. The proprietors may well lay claim to Borne 
merit on the score of punctuality, ns well ns of accuracy. 
Their arrangements are so made that the printing shall 
always bo completed, so that tho early bound copies of tho 
work may bo dclivored to the press on the 1st or 2nd of 
Nov., and that tho many thousands required by tho mercan- 
tile public may bo furnished in tho succeeding week, and for 
several years they have not varied twenty-four hours iu the 
completion of their tnsg. Messrs. Kelly deserve a rapid and 
extensive salo for their “Post Office London Directory.® Wo 
have been oursolves so accustomed to the work, that it has 
become to us not a mere convenience, but a downright 
necessity ; and we hope it may yet annuully see the light for 
a thousand and ouo years, much to tho benefit of Britons yet 
unborn. 
The Harwich Almanack and Tradesmen s Advertiser for 1855. 
That the “ Harwich Almanack for 1855" may not bo un- 
deserving of even greater success than its predecessor, both 
as an advertising medium as well as for general information, 
the proprietor, Mr. James Smith, purposes to give a historical 
record of the principal events affecting the town which liuve 
recently transpired, and which will be illustrated with en- 
gravings. It will thus bo found worthy of preservation, and 
obtain a large issue both iu Harwich and tho neighbouring 
towns. 
The. Sportive/ Review. Rogcrson and Tuxford, 246. Strand. 
The November number lacks nothing of the interest or 
merit attached to so many of its predecessors. In addition 
to tho able contributions of Scribble, Cecil, Druid, and others, 
wo have some very amusing anecdotes in the shape of “ Re- 
collections of the late Sam Chifney," by Zingnnce. Tho em- 
bellishments — “ Keop Quiet," aud “ The Knight of St. 
George" — possess a freshness that cannot fail to please. The 
victorious "Knight" looks full of firo from the masterly 
touch of Harry Hall, and tho attitude of Basham patting tho 
neck of his steed is sensibly a relief from the stiff and grim 
position iu which painters too frequently perch tho jockeys 
on tho backs of their turf celebrities. Tho “ Sporting Re- 
view" takes high rank among tho magazines of the day, and 
must be a general favourite with sportsmen of all denomina- 
tions. 
History of the Reign of Ferdinand and Isabella the Catholic 
of Spain. By William H. Prescott. Two vole. Rout- 
ledge ami Co. 
The high estimation in which this work is held by the 
reading public of England is shown by the fact of its having 
gone through three editions since it was first published in 
1837. The reprint now before ua is ono of those neat aud 
reasonably-priced publications issued by Messrs. Routlcdge 
and Co., without abridgment, in a convenient form. These 
enterprising publishers iuform us that in their system of 
publishing the best works of the best authors iu their series 
of cheap volumes, they are enabled in consequence of the 
final decision of the House of Lords, ou the question of 
foreign copyright, to present the public with editions of Mr. 
Prescott's " Ferdinand and Isabella," and also of the same 
author's " Conquest of Mexico," and his “ Conquest of 
Peru." The two last-named works are intended to be issued 
forthwith. Every care is taken by them to secure accuracy 
in these editions, and the public will thus be furnished with 
correct as well as elegant editions of the works of this emi- 
nent American historian, at prices which will ensure their 
extensive circulation. 
The Watering-places of England considered with Reference to 
(heir Medical Topography. By Edwin Lee. J. Churchill. 
This volume, though of small dimensions, is full of usoful 
information, ami it has now reached its third edition. In 
this edition considerable additions have been made relative 
to medical topography, and it is enlivened with short des.-iip- 
tive extracts from local publications. In compiling this work 
