' '^'Mhi4:.Ttl'^ LIBRARY ANNEX r/?ltH.I.£JV^«^^^i . . 519 INTRODUCTION. THE ARCHIVES of the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts contain the earliest Masonic Records now known to be in existence on this continent. Those of the Pro- vincial Grand Lodge, organized by Henry Price in 1733, generally known as Saint John's Grand Lodge (Moderns), and those of the Massachusetts Provincial Grand Lodge, organized by Joseph Warren in 1769 (Ancients), are set forth in this volume, as nearly as possible verbatim et literatim. We have also in our archives the following described Records of subordinate Lodges : I. Record op the First Lodge in Boston, from De- cember 27, 1738 (0. S.), to July 24, 1754. II. Record op the Second Lodge in Boston, from December 21, 1761, to February 16, 1775. III. Record op the Masters' Lodge in Boston, from January 2, 1738 (O.S.), to January 15, 1783. The Records of these three Lodges furnish considerable information as to the proceedings of the Grand Lodge. P''or the first half century of their existence the history of the Grand Lodge and of the First Lodge, so far as we know it, seems to have been curiously intermingled. The Records of one Body frequently report transactions of the other. The First Lodge was often called the " Mother Lodge," and Grand Master Gardner said its Records "gave a better account of Masonry in Boston than the proceedings of the vi Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. Grand Lodge, and minute and full accounts of the progress of the Craft here were set out upon its pages." This inter- mingling may have been due, in part, to the fact that both Records were for a time the work of the same Brother. Peter Pelham was made a Mason in the First Lodge in Boston on the 8th of November, 1738. On the 26th of De- cember, 1739, he was elected Secretary, and the Record of that meeting is entered in a new and beautiful handwriting, and the same style is continued for five years. He served in that office until September 26, 1744, when he was succeeded by his son Charles. The Record of the Lodge recites that on the 8th of August, 1744, "Brother Price proposed Mr. Charles Pelham as a Candidate." He was accepted on the 22d of the same month, and on the 12th of September "was made a Mason in due Form." On the 26th it was " Voted, That our late Sec', Bro. P. Pelham, be paid Ten Pounds, with the Thanks of the Society for his past Services " ; also " Voted, That Bro. Charles Pelham be Secretary, in the Room of Our Late Seer, who has laid it down." He served the. Lodge in that capacity until July 24, 1754, (when the volume ends,) and perhaps longer. This is the onl)' book of Records of .the First Lodge in Boston now known to exist. The penmanship of both these Secretaries is bold, clear, and beautiful, as distinct as when first executed, and as well done as it could be to-daj'. It win be observed that the fii-st nine pages of the " Pro- ceedings in Masonry " of Saint John's Provincial Grand Lodge are occupied with copies of Deputations and memo- randa of some of the principal Masonic events which had occurred in America between the 30th of July, 1733, and February 6, 1750 (O. S.). The Record proper, or the con- temporaneous Record, commences April 13, 1750, and im- mediately follows the memoranda. We must, therefore, conclude that the latter were entered in the volume at or about the time that the Record proper commences. We believe the handwriting to be that of Charles Pelham. His name appears first, in the capacity of Grand Secretary, in the Record of June 24, 1751, and his service in the office appears. Introduction. Vii from the change in handwriting, to have ended with the meeting of January 20, 1752, although no successor is named until July 10, 1752. The records of Trinity Church, in Boston, where he had long worshipped, show that Peter Pelham, the father of Charles, was buried December 14, 1751. The death of the father may account for the termina- tion of the service of the son as Grand Secretary one month later, although he continued to act as Secretary of the First Lodge for two years and a half longer. The Records of Massachusetts Grand Lodge are continuous from December 27, 1769, when that Provincial Grand Lodge was organized, until March 5, 1792, when the two Grand Lodges were united. The principal interruption was when "the Town was Blockaded." Joseph Warren presided for the last time on the 3d of March, 1775, then followed the battles of Lexington and Bunker Hill, and no Record ap- pears until the 27th of December, 1776, when the Brethren assembled to celebrate the Feast of St. John the Evangelist. It is singular that no reference is made to the funeral of Grand Master Warren, which was held on the 8th of April, 1776. The remains were borne in solemn procession to King's Chapel, where the Grand Marshal, Perez Morton, delivered a eulogy, which has often been compared to the oration of Mark Antony over the dead body of Csesar. In the meantime the town had been evacuated and General Gage and the Tory Refugees had fled to Halifax. The meetings were resumed, an independent Grand Lodge was organized by the election of Grand Master Webb, and an unbroken Record was kept until the Union. The St. John's Grand Lodge was not so fortunate. The Record stops abruptly with the meeting of January 27, 1775, and is not resumed until the 17th of February, 1787. Brother Charles W. Moore, in his memoir of John Cutler, expresses the opinion that the meetings were suspended dur- ing the period named " in consequence of the war and the general dispersion which seems to have taken place among the Brethren." Following this opinion, it has generally been supposed, and in fact has been assumed by all our historians. viii Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. that Saint John's Grand Lodge and its subordinates held no Communications from the 27th of January, 1775, until the 17th of February, 1787. We are strongly inclined to doubt the correctness of this general belief in so protracted an interruption of the work of the St. John's Lodges and Grand Lodge. The opinion probably had its origin in the fact that the Records of the meetings of the Grand Lodge held on the dates last named are on opposite pages, and no allusion is made to any interruption or to any meetings held during the interval. The Grand Secretary in 1775 was Thomas Brown. He was also the Secretary of the Second Lodge, of which his last Record was under date of February 16, 1775. He prob- ably remained shut up in Boston, while it was occupied by General Gage, and during that period it is hardly to be sup- posed that any Masonic meetings could have been held. When the evacuation took place, our "Tory" Brother Brown sought refuge in Halifax, taking his Records with him. One year after peace was concluded, Brother Brown wrote to Grand Master Rowe, offering to return the Records, upon payment of the amount which he claimed to be due him. (See p. 416.) Nearly three years elapsed before this pro- posal was accepted. Six months after the death of Grand Master Rowe provision was made for the payment of Brother Brown's claim, and the precious Records were returned. The volume belonging to the Grand Lodge has furnished the first two hundred and twenty-five pages of these " Proceed- ings in Masonry." We can readily understand that the exigencies of the times seriously interfered with the regular and orderly practice of the duties of Masonrjr, at the customary Stated Communications, by the First and Second Lodges and the Saint John's Grand Lodge. It does not, however, seem prob- able that those organizations omitted their assemblies entirely for twelve years ; especially in view of the fact that the Massachusetts Grand Lodge and its subordinates held their Communications with great regularity during the whole Introduction. ix period. It seems much more probable that meetings were held and the Record is lost. We narrowly escaped an irrep- arable loss, as a,lready described. If Brother Brown had been an "indifferent Man," if he had not regarded the Eecords " as consequential Matters," or if he had died before their return, we might have lost them beyond all hope of recovery. Scraps of evidence are occasionally coniing to light which prove that there was some life in the Saint John's Lodges during the period between 1775 and 1787. The diary of Grand Master Rowe (see p. 432) states that he celebrated the Feast of Saint John the Baptist in 1776 with the Breth- ren of the Lodges under his direction. Diplomas are reported, and are even now extant, which were issued during the period named — notably the diploma of Commodore Samuel Tucker, who was made a Mason in Saint John's Lodge, of Boston, in January, 1779. Reports are given in the newspapers of meetings of Lodges in 1780 (see "Pro- ceedings, Grand Lodge of Massachusetts," 1892, p. 30). The present St. John's Lodge formerly held a Charter issued by authority of John Rowe, Grand Master, and bearing date February 7, 1783. Fleet's "Pocket Almanack," published in Boston in 1784, states that, on account of the Records of the " First Grand Lodge in Boston " being carried away by Brother Brown, "a particular List of the several Lodges in North America, who received Deputations from, and are under its jurisdiction, cannot at present be obtained. They are in number about Thirty. Those in Boston are, St. John's or 1st Lodge and 2d Lodge, now united in one." Furthermore, the Records of this "united" Lodge from 1783 to the pres- ent time are complete and in good condition. The Record of the Masters' Lodge in Boston shows that meetings were held from April, 1780, to January, 1783, although there is a break from April, 1768, to April, 1780. These items of evidence seem to afford good reason for believing that the Saint John's Lodges and Grand Lodge, between 1775 and 1787, were neither dead, uor absolutely X Pboceedings m Masonky, 1733-92. dormant. We believe they were working during that whole period, but unfortunately the written Record of their doings is lost, as is the case with the First Lodge from 1754 to 1783, and which no one pretends was dead or dormant during most of that interval. cy^y^^^^ c/^^'ZoG^t Recording Grand Secretary. Masonic Temple, Boston, November 11, 1895. 'protcebmgs in ||Tasonrg from its First c ica under our R' W'orsli' Bro' M' Hfenry Prii i Origin in North Amer- rice Grand Master ; In y" Year of Masonry 5733. Anno Domini 1733. 5733 July 30. Oilr R' Worsh^ Bro'' M' Henry Price by Virtue of a Coinmission to iiim Granted from the R' Hon'''° and R' Wors' Anthoney Lord Viscount Mountague, Grand Master of P^ngland, in London to be Provincial Grand Master of North America, over the Ancient and Hon'''" Society of Free and Accepted Masons, did on this day Congregate the Brethren and Form them into a Reg- ular Lodge to be bolden at tlie Bunch of Grapes Tavern in Kino-- street on the second and B^purth Wednesday in every Month. Here follows s"* Commission &c Montague [seal] Q: M. To all and every Our R' Worsh' Worshipful and Loving Brethren now Residing or who may hereafter Reside in New England,' The R' Hon"''' and R' Worsh' Anthony Lord Viscount Montague Grand Master of the Free and Accepted Masons of England, Sendeth Greeting Whereas Application has been made ui)to us by our R' Worsh and well Belo\'ed Bro' M' Henry Price in belialf of himself and several other Brethren now Residing in New Engbind aforesaid Free and Accepted Masons, that We would be pleas'd to Nomi- nate and Appoint a Provincial Grand Master of Free and Accepted Masons in N: England aforesaid. Now^ Knovt Ye That we have Nominated, Ordain'd Consti- tuted and appointed and do by these Presents Nominate, Ordain, Constitute and appoint Our said Worsh' and well Beloved Bro' M' Henry Price, Provincial Grand Master of New England aforesaid and Dominions and Territories thereunto belonging with full power and Authority to Nominate and appoint his Deputy Grand Master and Grand Wardens, and We do also hereby Impower the said M' Henry Price for us and in Our place and Stead, to Consti- tute the Brethren (Free and Accepted Masons) now Residing or who shall hereafter reside in those parts, into One or more Regular Lodge or Lodges, as he shall think fit, and as often as Occasion shall require. He the said M"' Henry Price, taking special care that all and every Member of any Lodge or Lodges so to be Constituted have been or shall be made Regular Masohs, and that they do cause all and every the Regulations Contain'd in the 2 Proceedings ix Masoxey, Printed Book of Constitutions (except so far as they have been alter'd by the Grand Lodge at their (Quarterly meetings) to be kept and Observ'd and also all such other Eules and Instructions as shall from time to time be Transmitted to him by us or by Thomas Batson Esq' Our Deputy Grand Master, or the Grand Master or his Deputy for the time being, and that He the said M' Henry Price or his Deputy ^o send to us or Our Deputy Grand Master and to the Grand Master of England or his Deputy for the time being annually, an acco' in Writing of the number of Lodges so Constituted with the Names of the several ilembers of each Particular Lodge, together wilh such other blatters & things as he or they shall think fit to Communicate for the Prosperity of the Craft. And Lastly we Will and Require that our said Provincial Grand blaster of New England do Annually cause the Brethren to keep the Feast of 8' John the Evangelist, and Dine together on that Day, or (in case any Accident should happen to prevent their Din- ing together on that Day) on any other Day near that time as he shall Judge most fit as is done here and that at all Quarterly Com- munications, he do recommend a General Charity to be Establish'd for the Relief of Poor Brethren in those parts. Given under Our Hand and Seal of office at London the Thirtieth Day of April 1733 & of Masonry 5733. By the Grand Master's Command Tho" Batson D.G.M. G. RooKE S.G.W. J. Smtthe J.G.\V. The Brethren being Regularly met at the House of Edward Lut- wych at y" sign of the Bunch of Grapes in Kingstreet Boston New P^ngland on Monday July SO"" Anno Domini 1733 anno Masoury 57:33. Unanimously agreed to Pettitition our R' Wors' Mr Henry Price Provincial Grand Master, to Constitute them into a Regular Lodge, and did according Present him the following Pettitition. Viz' To I he R' AVorsh' Brother M' Henry Price Deputed Provincial Grand ^Master of the Free and Accepted Masons of New England By Our R' Worsh' and Worsh' Brother and R' Honourable Anthony Lord Viscount Montague Grand Master of England as p. Deputa- tion seal'd with the Office Seal and sign'd by Our R' Worsh' Brothers Tho' Batson Esq' Deputy Grand Master, & Geo: Rooke and Ja' Moor Smythe Esq" Grand Wardens Dated in London y' IS"" Day of April Anno Domini 1733 & of Masonrj* 5733 The Humble Pettition of the following subscribers in behalf of themselves and Worsh' and Ancient Brotherhood belonging to the Society of Free and Accepted Masons now Residing in New Eng- land. SiiEWETH That your Pettitioners are v^ry sensible of Honour done to us Jiere by your said Deputation, and forasmuch as We St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 3 are a suflScient number of Brethren Regularly made and are now desirous o( Enjoying each other, for Our Harmoney together and Union as wi'll as Our Brethren that m;iy at any time arrive here or such as miiy be made Brothers iiereafter that is to say in due Manner unci Form Therefore We Request, as well in Our own Name and Names as in the Name and Names of nil other Brethren it may Conceru, That you will please to give the necessary Orders to all our Brethren within your Limits to give their due Attendance and Assistance in their several and Respective Capacitys towards Constituting a Regular Lodge this Kivening at the sign of the Bunth of Griipes in Kingstreet known by the name of the House of i\r Edward Lutwych or at any other place or places as Our said R' Worsh' Grand Master shall think proper to be then and there held and Constituted according to Ancient Custom of Masons, and such Lodges to be held on every second and Fourth Wednesday in each Month for the Comnaon Good of us and Brethren ; Your Comply- ance hei ein We doubt not will Dedound to the Honour of the Craft, and Encourage many worthy Gentelman to become Brethren and F'ellows of this R' Worsh' and Ancient Society, and your Brethren and Pettitioners shall over Pray. Dated at Boston in New England July 3U* 1733. 5733. sign'd James Gordon. Andrew Belcher. John Waddell. Henry Hope Edm" Ellis Tho* Kennellt. W" Gordon John Qdann John Baker Fred: Hamilton 'I'ho^ Moloney John M°Neil And^' Halliburton Peter Hall Roii^ Peasley Mat^ Young Sam'- Pemberton John Gordon Our said R' Wors' Gi'and Master having Form'd a Grand Lodge, appointing Our R' Worsh' Bro' And"" Belcher Esqr his D. G: M : and Our Wors' Brethren Tho' Kenuelly, and Jolm Quann G: Wardens pro tempore, Order'd his Commission or D6putatiou aforesaid to be Read as also Our I'ettition and Granting the Prayer thereof, did then and theie in the most solemn manner according to Ancient R' and Custom and the Form prescrib'd in Our Printed Book of Constitutions ; Constitute us into a Regular Lodge in manner and Form, upon which We immediately proceeded (By Our said R' Worsh' Grand Masters Order) to Chuse a Master, & Unanimously Chose Our Worsh' Bro Henry Hope Esq"' Master of this Our New Constituted L(;dge, who then Nominated and ap- pointed Our Worsh' Brethren M" Fred'' Hamilton, M' Jas. Gordon his Wardens, to which all the Brethren Unanimously Concurr'd, paying the usual Respects to Our said Worsh' new Chosen Master and Wanlens, and Presenting them to Our Right Worshipful 4 Proceedings in Masonry,, Grand Master who Caus'rl them to be duely Examin'd and being found \\ ell Quidifled approv'd and Confirm'd tliem in their several stations by Investing them with the Implements of their Office, giving each his particular Charge and Admonishing the Brethren of the Lodge to due Obedience and submission according to Our Printed Book of Constitutions, Charges and Regulations &c. (Thus was Masonry founded in Nevt England.) Dec' 5733. Nothing fuither Remarkable happen'd this Year only the Celebration of the anniversaiy of S' John the Evan- gelist after the manner of Masons when Our R' Wors' Bro' M' Ja' Gordon was Chosen Master of the Lodge. Masonry Cans'd great speculation in these Days in Xew England to the great Vulgar and the small. 5734 June 24. Being the anniversary of 8' John the Baptist the Brethren Celebrated the Feast in due manner and Form, and chose Our R' AVorsh' Bro: M' Frederick Hamilton blaster of the Lodge. About this time Our Woish' Bro' M' Benj" Franklin from Phila- delphia became acquainted with Our R' Wors' Grand Master M' Price, who further Instructed him in the Royal Art, and said Franklin on his Return to Philadelphia call'd the Brethren there to- gether, who pettition'd Our R' Worsh' Grand Master for a Consti- tution to hold a Lodu'e, and Our R' Worsh' Grand Master having this Year Rec"* Orders from the Grand Lodge in England to Establish Masonry in all North America did send a Deputation to Phihulelphia, appointing the R' AVorsh' M' Benj" Franklin first Master ; which is the beglning of ^Masonry there. Dec' 27. Being the Festival of S' John the Evangelist it was Celebrated in due Form and manner, when Our R' Worsh' Bro Hamilton was Continued Master of the Lodge and further nothing Remarkable happeu'd this Year. 5735 June 24. The Festival of S' John tlie Baptist was Cele- brated as Usual; Our R' Worsh' Bro M' Ja' Gordon Re-elected Master of the Lodge. About this Time some Masons met at Portsmouth in the Province of New Hampshire who Pettition'd Our R' W^orsh' Grand Master M' Price for a Constitution to hold a Lodge there which he Granted, appointing The R' Worsh' Bro M' In this Year the Lodge was mov'd to the Royal Exchange Tavern in Kingstreat by Leave from the R' "Worsh' Grand Master for sufficient Reasons then advanc'd by the Brethren. 5735 Dec' 27. Being the Festival of S' John the Evangelist it was Celebrated as usual. The R' Worsh' Bro M' James Gordon St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 5 appointed D. G. M : by Our R' Wors' Grand Master M' Price ; The R' Worsh' Bro Cap' McLean Chosen Master of the Lodge. About this time sundry Brethren going to South Carolina met with some Masons in Charlestown who thereupon went to work, 'from which sprung Masonry in those parts, 5736 June 24. Being S' John the Baptists Day the Brethren Celebrated the Annivereary in a very Handsom manner according to the Custom among Masons, having the Honour of Governour Belchers Company and sundry other Bro' of note at Dinner. — All the Grand .Officers Continued, Our R' Wors' BroM' RoU' Tomlinson Chose Master of the Lodge. — 5736 Dee 27. Was Celebrated as usual The Festival of S* John the Evangelist. Our R' Worsh' Bro M' Rob' Tomlinson appointed D. G. M. by Our R' Worsh' Grand Master M' Price and Our R' Worsh' Bro M' Tho' Oxnard was chosen Master of the Lodge. 5737 April 20. Our R' Worsh' Bro M"' Rob' Tomlinson Rec* the following Commission from the Earl of Loudon Grand Master of England, appointing him Provincial Grand Master of North America in the Room of Our R' Wor' Grand Master Price who Resign'd. Loudoun [seal] O: M. To ALT. AND EVERY Our R' Worsh' Worsh' and Loving Brethren now Residing or who may hereafter l^eside in the Province of New England, Jn" Earl of Loudoun &c. Grand Master of the Free and Accepted Masons of England Sendeth Greeting, Whereas a Pettition has been presented unto us and sign'd by several Brethren now Residing in the Province of New England aforesaid, in the name of themselves and of all the Bi-eth" Residing in said Province, Humbly prayiug that we would please to Nominate and appoint a new Provincial Grand Master for s'^ Province. Now Know Ye That We have Nominated Ordain'd Constituted & Appointed and do bv These Presents Nominate, Ordain, Con- stitute & Appoint Our R' Woi'sh' and well Beloved Bro' M' Rob' 'I'omlinson Provincial Grand Master of the Province of New Eng- land with the Teritories and Dominions thereto belonging with full Power and Authority to him to Nominate and Appoint his Deputy G. M : and G : Wardens, and We do liereby Impower Our said Provincial Grand Master, for us and in Our place and stead to Constitute the Brethren (Free and Accepted Masons) now Residing or may hereafter Reside in said Province of New England, and Territorii s and Dominions thereunto belonging into 6 Peoceedixgs in Masonry, One or more Rogiilar Lodge or Lodges as he shall think fit nnd as often as Occasion shall l^equire. He the said M' Rob' Tomlinson takinnf special Care that all and every Member of any Lodge or Lodges that he shall happen to Constitute by Virtue, of the Power heieby Granted, have or shall be Regularly made ^Masons, and tliat they do cause all and everj- the Regulations Contaiu'd in the ' Printed Book of Constitutions to be kept and Obseiv'd (except so far as they have been alter'd at Quarterly Communications and other General Meetings ;) and also to keep and Observe all such other Rules Orders and Instructions as shall from time to time be Trans- mitted to them bv us, or John Ward Esq' our Deputy, or the Grand Master of f^ngland or his Deputy for the time being, and the said M' Rob' Tomlinson is hereby Requir'd to send Annnaly an Acco' in "Wiitingof the number of Lodges so to be Constituted with the names of i he several ^Members of each particular together also with Two Guineas from every particular Lodge so to be Constituted to be paid into the stock of General Charit}-. And Lastly We Will and Require The Feasts of S' John the Baptist and Evangelist to be Observ'd. Given under Oiir Hand and Seal of Office at London the T"" of Dec'' 1736. and in y" Year of Masonry 5736. Bv the Grand Masters Command sign'd J:W.vRD D : G : M. RoB^ Lawley S: G: W. W : Gk-EME J : G : W. 5737. June 24. Being the Festival of S' .lohn the Baptist the Brethren Celebrated it as usual and Our R' Worsh' Grand Master JP Tomlinson appointed The R' Worsh' M' Hugh M'Daniel D : G : M. Our R' Worsh' Bro. M' Thomas Osnard was Con inued Master of the Lodge. Dee' 27. BeinLr S' John the Evangelists Day it was Celebrated as usual, when Our R' Worsh' Grand Master i\r Tomlinson Re- appointed our R' Worsh' Bro' M' Ja' Gordon D : G : M. Our R' Worshipful Bro' M'Oxnard, Continued Master of the Lodge. 5738. June 24. The Festival of S' John y' Baptist was Cele- brated as usual and the Brethren Din'd together ; And Our R' Woish' Bro M' Benj" Hallowell was Chosen Master of the Lodge. Dec' 27. The Festival of S' John the Evangelist was Celebrated as usual, and Our R' Worsh' Bro M' Benj" Hallowell was Continued IM aster of y" Lodge. — This Year Our R' Worsh' Grand Master M' Tomlinson went to England ^'ia Antigua, where finding some old Pioston Masons went to Work and made the Governour and sundry other Gentlemen of Distinction Masons, whereby from Our Lodge spi'ung Masonry in the We>t Indies. St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 7 Jany 2. The R* Worsh' Lodge of Masters was Founded, aud Our R' Wors' Bro M" Henry Price Chosen First Master. 5739. May Our R' Wors" Grand Master M' Tomlinson Re- turn'd from England and Rec'' the Congratulations of the Brethren in due Form. - June 13. Our R' Worsh" Bro' M' Hugh M°Daniel Chosen Master of the Lodge. Dec 27. Our R' Worsh' Bro M' Tho" Osnard appointed D : G : M : by Our R' Worsh' Grand Master and our R' Worsh' Bro M' Hugh M°Daniel continued Mas' of the Lodge Nothing further Remarkable Occurr'd this Year, only the Craft Continued flourishing. 5740 June 1 1 . Our R' Worsh' Bro M' Hugh M°Daniel Continued Master of the Lodge. Dec' 24. Our R' Worsh' Bro M' Ja'' Forbes Chosen Master of the Lodge. Omitted in place That Our R' Worsh' Grand Master M' Price Granted a Deputation at y" Pettition of sundry Brethren, at Annapolis in Nova Scocia to hold a Lodge there, and Appointed Maj' Erasm' .Ta' Philipps D. G. M. who has since at y' Request of sundry Brethren at Halifax, Granted a Constitution to hold a Lodge there, and appointed The R' Worsh' His Excellency Edw'' Cornwallis Esq' their First Master. 6741. Dec 23. Our Right Worshipful Bro. James Forbes chosen Master of the Lodge. 5742. June 9. Our R' Worsli' Bro M' Nath' Bethune Chosen Master of the Lodge. 5743 June 24. Our R' Worsh' Bro M' Rob' Jenkins was Chosen Master of the Lodge. March 6. Our Right Wors' Bro. Tho" Oxnard Rec'' the following Deputation from the R' Hon'''= and R' Worsh' Lord Barron Ward Grand Master of England appointing him Grand Master of North America in the Room of Our Late R' Worsh' Grand Master M' Tomlinson Deceas'd. J: Ward [seal] Q: M. To all and every. Our R' Worsh', Worsh' and Loving Brethren We John Lord Ward Baron of Birmingham in the County of 8 Proceedings ix ^Iasonry, Warwick Grand Master of the Honourable Society of Free and Ac- cepted Masons Sendeth Greeting, "Whereas Application hath been made unto us by several of Our Brethren Residing in North America praying that We would ap- point a Provincial Grand Master for North America in the Room of our Bro Rob' Tomliuson Esq' Deceas'd late Provincial Grand Master, Now Know Ye That We John Lord Ward have Nominated Constituted and Appointed, and by these Presents do Nominate Constitute and Appoint Our Well beloved Bro' Thomas Oxnard Esq' To be Provincial Grand Master of North America with full |)i)wer to Nominate and Appoint his Deputy Grand blaster and Grand Wardens, and in Our Name and stead to Constitute Lodges in North America he the said Tho' Oxnard Esq' taking special care that all and every Member, or ^Members of any Lodge or Lodges so to be Constituted have been or shall be made Regular Masons, and that he cause all and every the Regulations contain'd iu the Printed Book of Constitutions (except so far as they have been alter'd by the Grand Lodge at Iheir Quarterly Communica- tions) to be kept and Observ'd, and also all such other Rules and Instructions as shall from time to time be Transmitted to him bj' us or .S' Hob' Lawley Bart: our Deputy Grand ^Master, or the Grand Master or his Deputy for the time being, and that he the said Tlio" Oxnard Esq' do send an Acco' in Writing to us or our Deputy, or the Grand Master for the time being of all and every the Lodge or Lodges, he shall Constitute with the Date of their Constitution and Days of Meeting and Names of their Members, and their place of abode, also Two Guineas for the General Charity and half a Guinea for other Kxpences from every Lodge he shall t'onstitute, and also to hold four Quarterly Communica- tions in a Year, one of them upon the Feast of tS' John the Evangelist or as near that time as Conveniently may be. Given under Our Hand and Seal at London This Twenty Third Day of September, One Thousand Seven Hundred and Forty Three, and of Masonry Five Thousand Seven Hundred and Forty Three. By the (irand Masters Command sign'd John Revis. G : S. Mar : 6. Our R' Worsh' Grand Master Bro Tho' Oxnard Esq' Appointed Our R' Worsh' Bro M' Hugh M'Daniel D. Cx. M. and Our R' Wors^ Bro' M' Thomas Kilby S. G. W. and M' John Box J: G: W: 5744 Dec 26. Oui R' Wors' Bro Tho" Kilby Ksq' was Chosen Master of the Lodge. St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 9 27. Our R' Worsh' G:M: Appointed Our R' Worsh' Bro M"' Benj" Hallowell S. G. W. and our R' Worsh' Bro : M' Jn° Box J. G. W. 5745 Dec' 24. Our R' Worsh' Bro. Box Appointed Master of the Lodge. 5746 Dec 24. Our R' Worsh' Bro M' Tho" Aston Chosen Master of the Lodge. At the Pettition of Sundry Brethren Residing at in New- foundland Our R' Worsh' Grand Master Granted a Constitution for a Lodge to be held there, and appointed the R' Worsh' M' to be thek first Master. 5747 Dec'' 9 : Our R' Worsh' Bro Jon" Pue Esq' Chosen Master of the Lodge. 5748. Dec' 14 Our R' Worsh' Bro. M' John Rowe Chosen Master of the Lodge. 5749 Dec' 27. At the Pettition of Sundry Brethren Residing at Newport on Rhode Island Our R' Worsh! Bro. The' Oxnard Esq' Grand M.aster, Granted a Constitution for a Lodge to be held there, and appointed Our R' Worsh' Bro. M' Caleb Phillips to be their First Master. Dec' 27. Being the Festival of S' John the Evangelist The Brethren attended Divine service at Christ Church, where a sermon sutable to the Occasion was Preach'd by Our R' Worsh' and Rev'' Bro. M' Cha' Brockwell after which they Repair'd in Procession, and Concluded the Celebration of the day in Grand Lodge at an Elegant Dinner with the utmost Decency and Decorum, after the manner of Masons. ' Febr 15. Our R' Worsh' Grand Master, Deputy Grand Master, and Grand Wardens Constituted (in due Form with the usual Solemnity) a Lodge to be held at the Royal Exchange Tavern in Boston on the Third Thursday in every Month, and appointed The R' Worsh' M' Henr^' Price first Master. March 7. Our R' Worsh' Grand Master, Deputy Grand Master and Grand Wardens Constituted (wi(h the usual Solemnity, in due Form) a Lodge to be held at the White Horse Tavern in Boston on the First and Third Wednesdays in every Month, and appointed The R' Worsh' M' Peter Pelham 'first Master. 5750 Aug' 12. At the Pettition of Sundry Brethren at Annap- olis in Mary Land Our R' Worsh' Grand Master Bro Tho' Oxnard Esq' Granted a Constitution for a Lodge to be held there, and appointed The R' Worsh' first Master. 10 Proceedings in Masonry, N. B : The several Intervenino: Festivals of S' John the Evange- list and also those of S' John the Baptist not before mention'd have been all Celebrated in Grand Lodge, in due manner and Form ; tho' not proper Records kept thereof. Feb^ 6 The Lodge at y' White Horse Eemov'd to the Bunch of Grapes in King Street. Fkydat April y" IS*^ 1750. At a Quarterly Communication or Grand Lodge holden at the Royal Exchange Tavern in Kingstreet Boston. Present The R' Worsh' Bro : Tho' Oxnard G : M. " " " Bro M'Daniel D. G: M. " " " Bro Hallowell S : G : W. " " " BroBoxJ:G:W. " " " BroRowe G: T. Bro Ja" Gordon. Bro JEn' M'^kav. For y"' Masters Lodge, Bro Rev" Brockwell M : ") Bro* for their Bro And" JPkenzie S. W. y Constitution £10. Bro Rob' WUIiams J.W ) Charity ■p- 12£ For V^ 1" Lodu;e Bro : W'" Coffin M. ) Bro' for their > Constitution Bro BeF Bavard S : W. 20. — . — . Bro Peter Oliver J. W. ) Charity 5. — . — . — 25 For v' 2'* Lodge Bro H : Price M. ' Bro Tho' Aston S : W. • Bro' Charity — 5 Bro H : Leddel J : W. ■) For y' B^ Lodge Bro Peter Pelham M. \ Bro' Charity 2,5 Bro John CoUson S : W. Bro Cha» Pelham J : "W. \ old Ten' £44. 5. For the Lodge at Portsmouth in New Hampshire ~ Annapolis in Nova Scotia Newfound Land llallifax Newport Rhode Island Mary Laud New Haven in Connecticut I no body j appear'd. I J St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 11 Voted, The Lodge being Open, That the Grand Committee of Charity (Consisting of such Members as are appointed in the new Printed Regulations) do meet at least Eight Days before every Quarterly Communication. Bro. Mckenzie presented a Eemonstrance to this Lodge wherein he Complains of Several Erroneous procedings of y° 1'' Lodge which being Rend by the G. S. it was Voted That the Consideration thereof be Referr'd to the next Quarterly Communication. Feyday July the 13* 1750. At a Quarterly Cornmunication holden in Boston. Present : The R' Worsh^ Bro Tho' Oxnard G : M. " " " Bro M'Daniel D : G : M. " " " Bro B : Hallowell S : G : W. " " " Bro Jn° Box J: G: W. " " " Bro Jn" Eowe G : T. For y° Masters Lodge Eev" Bro : Biockwell M. Bro : H : Withered S : M. J- p"^ for Charity 3 dolP £6.15 Bro : Eob' Williams J ; [M. ) i : M. [ p^ J: W. \ in time. For y'' 1°' Lodge Bro : W'" Coffin M. Bro : Hen^ Leddel S : W. }■ p'^ Charity, 4 dol? Bro : Jn° Leverett J : W. For y" 2"* Lodge Bro : Hen^ Price M. \ , ^^^j^, . „^^ ^^. Bro : Ja" Forbes S : W. y I , .„ ^._„ ° Bro : Tho' Aston J : W. For y' 3" Lodge Bro : Peter Pelham M. ) Bro : Cha= Pelham S : W. I p* Charity, 2 dolF ■ 4. 10 Bro : Jn" Indigot J : W. ) For the Lodge at Newport, Bro : Ab" Burden appear'd, but p** nothing. For the Lodge at Mary Land, Bro : M'Daniel D : G : M. app'' & p'^ for their Constitution 13. 9. Old Ten' £33. 14. Reckoning £ 2. — The Lodge being Opend. Voted, That the T : and S : do provide a Book or Books as they shall think necessary for this Lodge to be paid out of the Stock. 12 Proceedings in Masonry, Voted, That Our R' Worsh' Rio : Coffin M. of the 1" Lodge have longer time to Answer Bro M'kenzies Complaint against the said V- Lodge. 5750 Aug 12. At y" Pettition of sundry Brothers at ^'ewhaven in Connecticutt our R' Worsh' G : M : granted a Constitution for a Lodge to be held there, & appointed tlie right worshipfull David "Worster, Master. FRTDATOcto' 12"" 1750. At a Quarterly Communication Holden in Bpston, Present. The R' Worsh' Bro : Tho' Oxnard G : M. " " - Bro : H : iPDauiel D : G : M. " " " Bro : B : Hallowell S : G : W. " " " Bro : John Box J : G : W. " " •' Bro : John Rowe G : T. For y" Masters Lodge Rev" Bro : BrockweU M. Bro : H : Withered S : W. Bro : R : Williams J : AV. p* Charity 3 DolP 6 . 15 For y"= 1" Lodge Bro : W" Coffin M. Bro : H : Leddell S : W. Bro : J : Leverett J : W. p" Charity, 6 Doll' 13 . 10 for y' 2'^ Lodge Bro : H : Price M. Bro : J : Forbes S : W. Bro : T : Aston, J : W. For y= 3" Lodge Bro : C : Pelham S : W. Bro : J : Indigot J : W. p" Charity 1 Doll' }p^ Charity 2 Doll' For y' Lod2;e at Newport, Bro : H : Price appear'd & p" Charity, "2 doll" 9.— .- 4 . 10 4. 10 Reckoning £. Old Ten' £38. 5. The Lodge being Open'd Voted, That the R' Worsh' Bro Coffin be Serv'd with a Copy of Bro: Mckenzie's Complaint against the 1" Lodge, attested by" the G : Secratary. Voted, That next S' John's Day be properly Celebrated, and that a Dinner be provided, and that Bro" Bayard, Pearson, Wal- St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 13 lis, and Newman be Grand Stewards, who are to give Tickets to any Bro : who inclines to attend, at 60/ each. Decem" y"^ 27 1750. Being the Festival of S' John y" Evangel'' The R' Worstf Bro : Tho= Oxnard G : M. ^ " " " Bro: H: M=Daniel D: G: M. I „ , , " " " Bro : B : Hallowell S : G : W. !- ^, Vr-, " " " Bro : J : Box J : G : W. I ^.rand Lodge " " " Bro: J: Rowe G:T. When an Eligant Dinner being Provided by the Stewards, the Day was Celebrated as usual nmong Masons and Conducted with true Decency and Decorum : the following Brethren by Virtue of Our R' Worstf G : M' Summons's being Present, Viz'. [Names omitted in the Record.] Frtdat Jan^ 11"> 1750. At a Quarterly Communication Holden in Boston. Present. The R' Worsh' Bro : Oxnard G : M. " " " Bro : McDaniel D : G : M. " " " Bro: Hallowell S: G: W. " " " Bro: Box J: G: W. " " " Bro: Rowe G:T. Bro : CofHn Bro : Jer : Gridley Bro : H. Price. For y° Masters Lodge Bro : Rev* Brockwell M. Bro : H : Leddell S : W. For y° Bro : J : Leverett J : W. For ye 1°' Lodge Bro : J : Rowe M. Bro ; R : Williams S : W. Bro : B : Bayard J : W. 2'' Lodge Bro : Lord Colvill M. Bro : .1 : Forbes S : W. Bro : T. Aston J : W. For y" 3"^ Lodge Bro : C : Pelham M. Bro : -T : Indigot S : W : Bro : W : Logan J : W : Reckoning £3 ,, 5 ,, 7 ,, p'' Charity 6 doll" p" Charity 10 dolP p'^ Charity 4 doll' p" Charity 2 doll' £13 ,, 10 22 ,, 10 10 Old Ten' £49 ,, 10 14 Prockedings in Masonry, The Lodge being Open'd Voted, That the Grand Treas' do pay what Damages have been done to the neighbours Windows by the Firing of our Chambers last J>' Johns Day, and Render an Acco' thereof to this Lodge. Voted, That the G- : T. do give £10 old Ten', to John Watson as Charity, he having .as a necessitous Bro' applv'd to this Lodge for Kelief." Voted, That the G. T. do put £20 old Ten' in Bro jrDaniels bauds to be apply'd as he shall Judge best, for the use of Luke Vardv, he bay" Fettition'd for Relief. Voted, That the G : T. do send £^0. old Ten' to Jn° Eyre at Portsm" he having as a Disti-ess'd Bro : Fettition'd to this Lodge for Relief. Voted. That Letters be sent to the Several Lodges abroad under Our R' W: G. M. acquainting them of the scandilous piece of Ribaldry in T. Fleets paper, and Instructing them by all means to discourage s'^ paper &c., and it was desir'd of Bro Giidley to form s'' Letters which he propos'd so to do. Fryd AT April 12"' 1751 At a Quarterly Communication holdeu in Boston. Present. The R' Worsh' Bro : Tho' Oxnard G : 31. " " " Bro : M'^Daniel D : G : M. " " " Bro : Hallowell S : G : W. " " " Bro: Box J: G: W. Bro : Jer : Gridley. F'or y° Masters Lodge Bro : Ju" Rowe M. ) d /~ii -^ i j n. n^ Bro : Williams S. W. } ^ ^lianty 4 doll' £9 „ For y^ 1" Lodge Bro : Rev-i Brockwell M. ) Bro : H. Leddell S : W. I p" Charity 6 doll' 13 . 10. Bro : Jn° Leverett J : W. ) For y'* 2^ Lodge Bro: Lord Colvill M. ) Bro : Ja' Forbes S : W. [ p'> Charity 2 doll' 4.10. Bro : Tho' Aston J : W. ) For y= 3'' Lodge Bro : Cha' Pelham M. ) Bro : Jn° Indigot S. W. [ p* Charity 2 doll' 4.10 Bro : Walter Logan J : W. ) old Ten' £31 . 10 St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 15 For Portsm" Lodge Bro : Henry Price appear'd '\ For Rhode Isl'^ Lodge, Bro : Jenkins Jun' app* V p* nothing. For Connecticut Lodge Bro : H. Price app'^ ) Recke 2 ,, 6 ,, 5 Postage of Letters from Connecticut Lodge to y° Grand Master 16 ,, 6 £3„ 2„ 11. The Lodge being Open'd, It was mov'd That the next S' John's Da}' should be Celebrated out of Town, upon which Our R' Wors. Bro Price made an Offer of the use of his House at Manotomy, whereupon it was • Voted, That the next S' Johns Day be Celebrated at Bro Prices House at Manotomy, and that each Bro : inclining to attend shall pay 40/ old Ten' to the Stewards some time before. Voted, That at sd : time the Brethren do proceed in Regular Pro- cession to said place. Monday June y" 24"" 1751. Being the Festival of S' John tlie Baptist. The Brethren went in the Morning in Regular Procession to the House of M' Richardson in Cambridge (Bro Prices House at Manotomy being Incumbr'd by sickness) wheie Our R' Worsh' G : M. held a Grand Lodge and the Day was Celebrated (at an Eligant Entertainment) as usual among Masons, with great satis- faction, good Harmony, and Exact Decorum. The whole Con- cluded by Returning to Town in proper Order in the afternoon. Present. The R' Worsh' Bro : Tho' Oxnard G : M. " " " Bro : M°l)amel D : G : M. •' " " Bro : Hallowell S : G : W. " " " Bro : Jn" Box J : G : W. " " " Bro : Jn° Rowe G : T. Cha" Pelham. G : 8. Feyday July 12* 1751. At a Quarterly Communicatiou holden in Boston Present. The R' Worsh' Bro : Oxnard G : M. •' " " Bro : M^Daniel D : G : M. " " " Bro: Hallowell S. G: W. " " " Bro: Box J: U: W. " " " Bro: Price " " " Bro : Jn° Rowe G : T. 16 Proceedings in Masonry, For y' Masters Lodge Bro : Jn° Rowe M. ) ^ r^, -. ■ ,-,,, ^a Bro. Bayard S : W. } P ^^^^^^ * ^°^^ ^^ " " For y' 1'' Lodge Bro : Rev* Brockwell M. Bro : John Leverttt S : W. \- p" Charity 4 dolP 9 „ ,, Bro : Dan' Gookin J : W. For v' 2^ Lodge Bro: Lord Colvill M. Bio : Ja^ Forbes 8 : W. j- p* Charity 2 doll' 4. 10 Bro : Tho' Aston J : W. For Y= 3"^ Lodge Bro : Cha" Pelham M. Bro : Jn° Indigot S : W. [ p" : Charity 2 doll' 4. 10. Bro : Newman J : "W. Reckoning £2. £27. The Lodge being Open'd ; Bit) : Pateshall preferr'd a Pettition to this Lodge praying for Charity, upon which it was Voted, That the Consideration thereof be Referr'd to y' next Quarterly Communication. Voted, That the Grand Treasurer do pay to Bro : Bayard G : Stew'' £12 ,,17 old Ten' to defray the deficiency of y' Expen^ on S' John's Day last. Voted, That y" Grand Treas' do pay £4 . 1 old Ten'' to Bro : Buck being for past services to y° Lodge. Cha' Pelham G : Sec'. Fetdat Octo' 11"" 175 L At a Quarterly Communication or Grand Lodge bolden in Bos- ton 'Present. The R' Worsh' Bro : H : M-^Daniel D : G : M. " " " Bro: H: Price. " " " Bro : Hallowell S : G : W. " " " Bro: J: Box J : G: W. " " " Bro: J: Rowe G: T. For y* Masters Lodge, Bro : Rowe M. ") Bio : Bayard S : W. V p* Charity 4 Doll" £9 ,, ,, Bro : Allen J : W. ■ ) Carried forward, £9 u n St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 17 BrougJit forward, £9 " " For y° i" Lodge, Bro : Rev'' Brock well M. Bro : Leverett S : W. h^" Charity 4 Doll" 9 ,, ,, Bro : Gookin J : W. For y'^ 2* Lodge, Bro : Lord ColviU M. Bro : Aston J : W. For y" 3" Lodge, Bro : C : Pelhara l\r. Bro : Loaan J : W. I pi Charity 2 Doll" 4.10 I p'l Charity 2 Doll" 4-10 For y* Lodge at Portsmouth, Bro : Mitchell JI. p'' Charity 1 DolF old Ten' £29 ,, 5. Recks £1 ^, 10. The Lodge being Open, Voted that the Grand Treas' do Give £20 to Bro : Patteshall as Charity. Voted, That the Grand Treas' do Give £10 to Bro: Vardy as Charitv- Voted, That Bro" H : Withered, S : Calef, Jos : Chew, and .Jn° Leverett be Stewards for the Year Ensuing, and that they do pro- vide a Dinner on y'^ next S' John's Day at y" Royal P]xcliange Tavern, every Bro : who intends to Dine there on s'* time to pay £3. to y'' Stewards some time before. Cha= Pelham G : S. Frydat Decern'' 27* 1751. Being the Festival of S' John the Evangelist. Our R' Worstf Bro : M'= Daniel D : G : M. Summons'd the Breth- ren to attend him at y** Royal Exchange Tavern where he Held a Grand Lodge, and the Day was Celebrated as usual, the following Brethren present. Th. R' Worsh' Bro : M=Daniel D : G : M. " " " Bro : Hallowell S : G : W. " " " Bro: Box J : G : W. " " " Bro: Rowe G : T. Cha" Pelham G : Sec'. Frtday Jan^ 10* 17o2. At a Quarterly Communication or Grand Lodge Holden in Boston. Proceedings in Masonry, Present. The R' Worsh' Bro : M" Daniel D : G : M. " " " Bro : Hallowell S : G- : W. " " " Bro: Jn° Box J: G: W. " " " Bro : Jn" Rowe G : T. J3ro : Price Bro : Jenldns C : Pelliam G : Sec' Bro : Fenton Bro : H : Withered For y' Masters Lodge, Bro : Tho' Allen S : W. Bro : Jn° Leverett J : W. For y' 1" Lodge Bro : Bayanl M. Bro : Leddell S : W. For v^ 2* Lodge Bro : Loid Colvill M. Bro : .Ta" Forbes S : W. Bro : Tho' Aston J : W. For y' 3" Lodge Bro : Williams M. Bro : Newman S : W. 1 Stew* I p" Charity 4 doll' £9 ,, ,, I p" Charity 6 doll" 13 ,, 10 p* Charity 4 doll' |p* Charity 4 doll' ^ )i M y )) 1? OldTen'-£40 „ 10 The Lodge being Open'd, Voted, That y' Grand Treas' do pay to the Stewards Fifty two pounds Thirteen Shill' and Seven pence to make up the deficiency of last S' John's Feast. Voted, That the Grand Treas"^ do pay to Bro Buck Two Dollars for past Services to this Lodge. Voted, That the Grand Treas' do give One Dollar to Brown (the waiter in the House) as a present from the Lodge. P" Reckoning . . . . £1 „ 3 ,, „ p vote to the Stewards . . . 62 ,, 13 ,, 7 ,, p d° to Buck and Brown . . 6 ,, 15 . £fiO ,, 11 ,, 7 ,, Monday Jan'' y" 20* 1752. By Virtue of Our R' Worsh' Deputy Grand Masters Summons's a Grand Lodge was Holden : the following St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 19 Members Present, Viz' : The R' Worsh' Bro : M^Daniel D : ;G; M. a it a Bro: Hallowell S : ;G-: :W. (( u t( Bro: Box J; ;G: W. u it a Bro: Rowe G: ; T. Cha" Pelham G: ; S. Bro: Jenkins. Masters Lodge Bro : Coffin M. Bro : Allen S : W, Bro : Leverett J : W. For y= For y° 1" Lodge, Bro : Bfiyard M. Bro : Leddell S : W. Bro : Tyler J : W. For y= 2^ Lodge Lord Colvil M. Bro : Forbes 8 : W. Bro : Aston J : W. For y= 3* Lodge. Bro : Williams M. Bro : Newman S : W. Bro : Ez'^ Price J : W. The Lodge being Open'd, Our R' Worsh' D : G : M. acquainted the Lodge- that the occasion of this Meeting was to Consider the 21" Article in the Printed Book of Constitutions Relating to the Successor to the Chair in the absence of the Grand Master. The R' Worsh' Th" Oxnard Esq' Our G. M. being gone to England it was Mov'd that the R' to the Chair devolv'd upon our R' Worsh' Bro Henry Price. After the Brethien had Severally given their Opinions, our R' Worsh' D. G. M. put it to y° Vote, Whether we should send two of the Brethren to desire oiir R' Worsh' Bro Price to come and Resume his office, which pass'd in the Negative. Friday Aprill 10* 1752. At a Quarterly Communication or Grand Lodge holden att the Royall Exchange Tavern in Boston Present. The Right Worshipfull Bro' M^Daniel D G M. Bro' Hallowell S G W. Bro' .7n° Box J G W. Bro' Jn° Rowe G T. Bro' Price. 20 Proceedings in Masonry. For the Masters Lodge. Bro' William Coffin M. Bro'- Tho' Allen S. W. f- paid Charity 4 doll" £9 ,, ,, Bro'' John Leverett J W. For the 1" Lodge Bro' Belth' Byard M. Bro' William'Tvler S W. [ paid Charity 4 doll" £9 „ ,, Bro'Sam"Calef J W. For the 2'' Lodge Bro' Lord Colvill M. Bro' James Forbes S W. }- paid Charity 2 Dollars 4 : 10 . Bro' Tho' Aston J W. For the 3'^ Lodge Bro' Robert Williams M. ) Bro' Tho' ^'ewraan S W. I paid Charity 2 Dollars 4 : 10 . Bro' Ezekiel Price J W. ) For the Lodge att Philadelpliia Bro' M'Daniel appeared and paid for llieir Constitution 31 ,, 10 ,, For the Lodge att Portsmoulh in New Hampshire Bro' Geo Mitchell M... their Meeting on the 1" & 3'* Thursdays in every mouth. Old Tenor £58 . 10 . Reckoning £4.10.0. The Lodge being Opened Voted That the Feast of S' John the Baptist be Celebrated in the usual manner att the House of M' Giatons att Roxbury, and that it be under the direction of the Grand Wardens. Voted That £3 ,, ,, ,, Old Tenor be paid by each Brother to the Grand Wardens that inclines to attend the Feast. Voted That the Grand Lodge send the First Lodge a Sett of Candles. The Masters Lodge removed to the Bunch Grapes Tavern. The Second Lodge removed to the Bunch Grapes Tavern March 20"^ ITo-'. "Wedxesdat June 24* 1752. Bein2 the F"east of S' John the Baptist Our Right "Worsliipfull Bro' Lord Colvill D. G. ^M. Suramons'd the Brethren to attend him att the Grey Hound Tavern in Koxbnry wliere he Held a Grand Lodge (by vutue of a Deputation granted to him b}- our Right Worshipful! Brother Thomas Oxnard Esq' Pro- St. John's Geand Lodge, 1733-92. 21 vincial Grand Master of North America, to be Deputy Grand Master of North America), and the Day was Celebrated as usual, the following Brethren Present. The Right Worshipf ull Bro' Lord Colvill D G M. Bro' Hallowell SGW Bro' Box J G W Bro"- Row G T M"Daniel, Price, Brockwell, Friday July lO"' 1752 At a Quarterly Communication or Grand Lodge held att the Royall Exchange Tavern in Boston. Present. The Right Worshipf ull Bro' Lord Colvill D G M Bro' Hallowell S G W Bro' John Box J G W Bro' John Row G T Bro' M" Daniel Bro"^ Price Bro' Jenkins For the Masters Lodge Bro' William Coffin M ) Bro' John Leverett S W [ paid Charity 4 dollars £9.0. Bro' Henry Leddel J W ) For the 1"* Lodge Bro'' Beltli' Bayard M Bro' Sam" Swift S W <- paid Charity 4 dollars 9.0. Bro' Sam" Calef J W For the 2^ Lodge Bro' James Forbes M Bro' Thomas Aston S W |- paid Charity 2 dollars 4.10, Bro' Cha' Brockwell J W For the 3" Lodge Bro' Robert WiUiams M ) Bro' Tho' Newman S W [paid Charity 2 dollars 4.10. Bro' Jn" Phillips Jun' J W j £27. 0. The Lodge being Opened Voted Brother John Leverett Grand Secratary. — Voted That 4 dollars be given to Brother Neal as Charity. 22 Proceedings in Masonry, Voted That 4 dollars be given to Brother 'M'^koy for his past Services. Voted That 2 dollars be given to Brother Pateshall as Charity. Voted That a Silver Seal be Cutt with the Masons Arms for the use of all the Lodges in Boston to be kept b}- the Grand Secratary Paid the Eeekoning £ 1 ,, 14 ,, 0. Paid 10 dollars p Votes above 22 ,, 10 ,, 0. £24 ,, 4 ,, 0. Friday October 13"" 1752 At a Quarterly Communication or Grand Lodge Holden in Boston Present. The Right WorshipfuU Bro' Thomas Oxnard G M Bro' M' Daniel D G M Bro' Hallowell S G W Bro' John Box J G ^Y Bro' John Row G T Bro' Brockwell Bro' Rochell Bro' Brown Bro' Rogers For the Masters Lodge Bro' William Coffin M Bro' John Leverett o w f P^i*^ Charity 4 dollars £9 ,, ,, For the 1^ Lodge Bro' Belth' Bayard M 1 -^ n^ ■,. a a m n « a Bro' Samuel Calef J W | P''^*^ "^^^"*J' * '^''"^'^ ^ " ^ " » For the 2'^ Lodge Bro' James Forbes 31 ') Bro' Thomas Aston S W [ paid Charity 2 dollars 4 „ 10 ,, Bro' Sam' Holbrook J W ) For the 3* Lodge Bro' Robert Williams M paid Charity 2 dollars • 4 ,, 10 ,, £27,, 0,,0 The Lodge being Opened • Voted That 6 dollars be paid by the Grand Treasurer to Bro' Pelhara for his Past Services. St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 23 Our Right Worehipfull G M Presented our Right Worehipfull Bro"' M«Daniel with the D G M= Jewell in the Room of our Uight WorshipfuU Bro' Lord Colvill who has gone for England. paid Bro' Pelham p Vote paid ditto for Summons paid the Reckoning £13 11 10 11 0. 4 M 2 M 0. 14 )) 5 1) 0. £31 ^t 17 11 0. "Wednesday Decem' 27"' 1752. Being the Feast of S' John the Evangelist. Our Right Worshipful! Bro' Thomas Oxnard Esq' G M Notified the Brethren in the Publick Prints to attend him att the Bunch Grapes Tavern in Boston where he held a Grand Lodge and the Day was Celebrated as usual, the following Brethren Present, The Right Worshipful! Bro' Tho" Oxnard G M Bro' M-^Daniel D G M Bro' Hallowell S G W Bro' John Box J G W Bro' John Row G T Bro' John Leverett G S Bro' Price Bro' Brockwell Bro' Forbes Bro' Aston Bro' W" Coffin Sen' Bro' W" Coffin Jun' Bro' Bayard Bro' Williams Bro' Pelham Bro' Leddel Bro' Briggs Hallowell Bio' Atkins Bro' Holbrook Bro' Peckei'- Bro' Ross Bro' Poynton Bro' Clowston Bro' Fen ton Bro' Montgomerie Bro' Doubledee Bro' Pue Bro' Withied Bro' Nognes Bro' Nichols Bro' Jenkins Bro' Swift Bro' Ellis Bro' Gallop Bro' Tufts Bro' Williamson Bro' Bruce Bro' Robert Oliver Bro' Peter Oliver Bro' Murray Bro' Pearson Friday January 12"^ 1753 At a Quarterly Communication or Grand Lodge Holden in Boston 24 Pkoceedings in Masonry, Present The Eight T\'orshipfull Bio' Tho' Oxnard G M Bro"' M-^Daniel D G M Bro' Hallowell S G W Bro' John Box J G W Bro' Leverett G S Bro"' Price For the Mas' Lodge Bro' Belth' Bayard M. ) Bro' Jeremiah Gridlev S W [• paid Charity Bro' Richard Gridley' J W ) 2 dollars £4 . 10 . For the 1" Lodge Bro' Henry LeddelM ) .^ Charity 2 dollars 4 . 10 . Bro' .Samuel Calef b W j '^ •' For the S"* Lodge Bro' James Forbes M ) Bro' Robert Jenkins S ^Y V paid Charity Bro' Charles Brockwell J W ) 4 dollars 9.0.0 For the 3" Lodge Bro' William Coffin M ) paid Charity Bro' Joseph Gardner J W J 2 dollars 4.10.0 Fur the Newport Lodge » Bro' Robert Jenkins M I paid Charity 1 dollar 2 . 5.0 For tlie Xova Scotia Lodges N° 1 and 2 Bro' Robert Jenkins appear'd & p'' their Constitution 31 . 10 . £.i6 .5.0 The Lodge being opened — Voted That the Grand Treasurer pay Bro' Le^ erett his Acct' for a .Seal &c £21. 12. 6 "S'oted That the G T pay to Bro' Brockwell 4 dollars to be given to Bro' M'koy the Tyler for his Services the Year Past. At the Petition of Sundry Brethren Residing att New London in the Colony of Connecticiitt Our Right WorshipfuU Bro' Tho^ Oxnard Esq' G M Granted a Constitution for a Lodge to be held att New London and appointed our Eight Worshipful! Bro' Andrew W^kenzie their first Master. — Voted That 5 be a Committee to settle the. Grand Trensurers accounts Viz' Bro' Jeremiah Gridley, Bro' Price, Bro' Bayard, Bro' Forbes & Bro' Brockwell. £21 , , 12 , . 6 3 . 10 . . 9 . 3 , . 2 . 6 £37 . , 5 , , — — — St. John's Geand Lodge, 1733-92. 25 paid for a Seal Printing Tickets & Adver^, Sealing "Wax & cards as p Vote above paid Bro'' Price for a Sett of Candles paid Bro' M^koy 4 dollars p Vote paid the Eeckoning Friday April 13'" 1753. At a Quarterly Communication or Grand Lodge Holden in Boston Present The Eight Worshipfull Brother Thomas Oxnard G M Brother Hugh M'Daniel D G M Brother John Box S G W pro tem Brother Robert Jenkins J G W pro tem Brother John'Eowe G T Brother John Leverett G S Brotlier Henry Price For the Masters Lodge Bro' Belth' Byard M ") •/. ni -f . Bro' Jeremiah GridleySW [ f .iJn—^ £0 12 Bro' Eobert Williams J W ^ '^'°^'**^ iO . 12 . For the First Lodge Bro' Henry Leddel M ) -j r^v, •.. Bro' Samuel Calef S W f paid Chanty Bro' John Erving Jun' J W j * ^°^^^'^ 1.4.0 For the Second Lodge Bro' James Forbes M paid Charit^^ 2 dollars 0.12.0 For the New London Lodge Bro' Henry Price appeared & paid charity 2 dollars . 12 . 3 . 0.0 The Lodge being Opened Our Right Worshipfull Brother Hugh M'Daniel returned the Deputy Grand Masters Jewell to the Grand Master, and the Lodge returned him thanks for his Past Service as Deputy Grand Master. Voted That Six shillings Lawfull Money be paid by Each Brother to the Grand Wardens that inclines to attend the feast of S' John the Baptist April 4"' Committes Recks £4 . lo 13 G Lodge Eeck^ 9 . 16 paid the Reckoning £0.9.6 £14 . 6.0 26 Proceedings in Masonry, Tuesday June 26"' 1753. S' John the Baptist day being a Sunday, Our Eight Worshipfull Bro"^ Thomas Oxnard Esq' Grand Master notified the Brethren in Publiek Prints to attend him att the House of M' John Gratons att the Grey Hound Tavern in Roxbury, where he held a Grand Lodge, and the day was celebrated as usual the following Brethren Present, Viz' The Right Worshipf nil Bro' Thomas Oxnard G M Bro' Benjamin Hallowell S G W Bro' John Box J G W Bro' John Rowe G T Bro' John Leverett G S Bro' Andrew Belcher Bro' Samuel Holbrook Bro"' Henrv Price Bro' Ezekiel Price Bro' Charles Broekwell Bro' Thomas Aston Bro' James Forbes Bro' John Fenton Bro' Hugh jrDaniel Bro' William Coffin Jun' Bro' Jonathan Pue Bro' Edward Cahill Bro' Samuel Swift Bro' Amiel Bro' Biitra;s Hallowell Bro' John Hurd Bro' Samuel Wells Bro' Samuel Withred Bro' Henry Atkins Bro' Thomas Pearson Bro' Clo«ston Bro' William Stow Bro' Samuel Calef Bro' William Tyler Bio' Robert Jenkins Bro' Charles Pelham Bio' Joseph Gardner Bro' Robert Williams Bro' William Coffin Sen' Bro' Henry Leddel Bro' Jeremiah Gridley Bro' Beltliazer Byard Fkidat July 13* 1753. At a Quarterly Communication or Grand Lodge Holden in Bos- ton Present The Right Worshipf uU Brother Thomas Oxnard G M. Brother Benjamin Hallowell S G W Brother John Box J G W Brother John Rowe G T Brother Henry Price Brother Robert Jenkins For the Masters Lodge Bro' Belth' Byard M ) Bro' Jeremiah Gridley Sw[ paid Charitv £1.40 Bro' Richard Gridley J W ) St. John's Geand Lodge, 1733-92. 27 For the First Lodge Bro' Henry Leddel M Bro' John Erving -S W Bro' Joseph Gardner J W For the Secftnd Lodge Bro' James Forbes M Bro-- Thomas Aston S W Bro' William Coffin J W • paid Charity 0.12.0 - paid Charity 1 . 4.0 £3 . 0.0 The Lodge being Opened Our Right Worshipfull Grand Master appointed our Right Wor- shipful! Bro Benjamin Hallowell D G M. Bro' Charles Brockwell S G. W and Bro' James Forbes J G W. Voted That Two Pounds Thirteen shillings & Four pence Law- full Money be given as Charity to Bro' Starkey att Newbury, & the Money was given to Bro' Robert Jenkins to be deliver'd him. Voted That One Pound Six shillings & Eight pence Lawfull Money be given to the Widdow Buck. Voted That Two Pounds Eight Shillings Lawfull Money be given to Bro' Forbes for Bro' Kennedy. £3. 16/ Paid the Reckoning £0 . 10 . 1 p Friday Octo' 12* 1753. At a Quarterly Communication or Grand Lodge Holden in Boston Present The Right Worshipfull Brother Thomas Oxnard G M Brother Benjamin Hallowell D G M Brother Charles Brockwell S G W Brother James Forbes J G W Brother John Rowe G T Brother John Leverett G S Brother Hugh M'^Daniel For the Masters Lodge Bro' Belth' Byard M Bro' Jeremiah Gridley S W For the First Lodge Bro' Henry Leddel M Bro' Samuel Holbrook S W Bro' Joseph Gardner J W For the Second Lodge Bro' Thomas Aston M Bro' James Otis S W paid Charity paid Charity paid Charity £0 . 12 . . 12 . 1.4.0 £2 . 8.0 28 Proceedings in Masonry, The Lodge being Opened, Voted That 5 be a Committee to make Laws for the Lodge Viz' Bro" Brockwell, Gridley, Rowe, M^Daniel & Byard— Voted That Six shillings Lawf all Money be paid by each Brother that attends the Feast of 8' John the Evangelist. — Voted That a Letter be sent to our Right Worshipfull Bro'' Alex- ander Lord Colvill, and Bro' Brockwell, Gridley, (J) & the G : Sec^ be a Committee to Prepare one. The Right Worsh' Bro' Thomas Aston Master of the Second Lodge in Boston w'''^ met att Bro' Withreds the Third Thursday in every month, informed the Grand Lodge that his Lodge had Voted to meet the Third Thursday in every month. Paid the Reckoning £0 . 10 . 9 paid Bro' Leverett for what he paid Draper for Print- ing an adver. in his pap' 4/ print'g : Ticketts 4/ Sealing Wax 4/ . 12 . £1 . 2.9 Thuksdat Decern' 27"' 1753. Being the Feast of S' .John the Evangelist Our Right Worshipfull Bro' Thomas Oxnard Esq' G M desired the Brethren to attend him att Banch Grapes Tavern in Boston where he held a Grand Lodge, and the Day was Celebrated as usual, the Following Brethren Present Viz' : The Right Worshipfull Brother Thomas Oxnard G M Bro' Benjamin Hallowell D G M Bro' Charles Brockwell S G W Bro' James Forbes J GW Bro' John Rowe G T Bro' John Leverett G S Bro' Henry Price Bro' Joseph Scott Bro' Hugh M^Daniel Bro' John Erving Bro' Robert Jenkins Bro' Joshua Loring Bro' Robert Williams Rro' Nogues Bro' Jeremiah Gridley Bro' John Simpson Bro' William Coffin Bro' Ezekiel Price Bro' William Ellery Bro' James Otis Bro' Samuel Holbrook Bro' Lewis Turner Bro' Belth' Byard Bro' Nicholas Letchmere Bro' Henry AVithred Bro' Arbothuout Bro' Anthony Davis Bro' Richard Hootou Bro' Simpson Bro' Sam" Swift Bro' Stoddard Bro' William Stow Bro' Mougomerie Bro' Thomas Pearson Bro' Henry Leddel Bro' Francis Wells Bro' Robert Oliver Bro' William Nichols St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 29 Bro' Joseph Gardner Bro' John Box Bro' Thomas Aston Bro' Joseph Jackson Bro' Charles Pelham Bro-- William Tyler Bro' William Coffin Jun' Bro" Maney Friday Jan'^ 11'" 1754. At a Quarterly Communication or Grand Lodge Holden in Boston Present. — The Right Worshipful! Brother Thomas Oxnard G M Bro' Benjamin Hallowell D G M Bro-- Charles Brockwell S G W Bro' Robert Jenkins J G W Pro Tem= Bro' John Rows G T John Leverett G S Bro'" Henry Price Bro' Hugh M^Daniel Bro' John Box For y" Mas' Lodge Bro' Robert Williams M Bro' Richard Gridley S W For y* First Lodge Bro' Jeremiah Gridley M Bro' Ezekiel Price S W For y° Second Lodge Bro' Belth' Byard M Bro' Henry Leddel S W Bro' Samuel Holbrook J W I paid Charity £0.0.0 [■ paid Charit}' paid Charity 1.4.0 1.4.0 £2.8.0 The Lodge being Opened Voted That no Brother within our disti ict shall be Master of any Regular Lodge, under Thirty Years of age. Voted That 3 be a Committee to examine & Settle the Treasurers accounts Viz' Brother Jeremiah Gridley, Henry Price & Hugh M^Daniel. Voted That the Sum of £2 . . 10| Lawfull Money be paid Bro' Samuel Withred for the deficiency of S' Johns Feast in December 1752. N.B this voted not to be a President for the Future. Voted That a dollar be given to Brown, as a New Years gift. 30 Peoceedings in Masonry, paid Bro' Leverett for what he paid Draper for Print- "^ ing Tickets and Advertisement, & for Paper & > Sealing Wax ) paid Brown as p Vote above paid M'Coy paid the Reckoning paid Bro'' Withred . 13 . 8 0. 6 . , . 6 , . . 11 , , 6^ 2 . , 3 . 8i £4.0. lOf T. Oxnard [seal] G M To all and E\erj- Our Right Worshipfull and Loving Brethren Free and Accepted Masons now Residing or that may hereafter Reside in Middletown in the Colony of Connecticutt, The Right Worshipfull Thomas Oxnard Esq' Provincial Grand Master of the Ancient and Honourable Society of Free and Accepted Masons in North America Sendeth Greeting Whereas application hath been made unto us by Icabod Camp and Sundry other Brethren of the Ancient and Honourable Society of Free and Accepted Masons now Residing at Middletown afore- said that we would be pleased to Constitute them into a Regular Lodge That Masonry may Increase and Flourish in those parts Now Kxow Ye That We have nominated Ordain'd Constituted and Appointed and by these presents do nominate ordain Constitute and Appoint Our Right Worshipfull and well, beloved Brother M' Jehosaphat Starr to be the First Master of the Lodge at JNliddle- town aforesaid and do hereby Impower him to Congregate the Brethren together and Form them into a Regular Lodge, He taking Special Care in Chusing Two Wardens and other officers necessary for the due Regulation thereof for one year at the end whereof the Lodge shall have Power to Chuse and Appoint their Master and otlier officers and so annually, The Master & Wardens for the Time being taking Special Care that all and every member admitted into said Lodge from Time to Time have been or shall he made Regular Masons, and that they do cause all and every The Regulations contain'd in the Printed Book of Constitutions (except so far as tliey have been alter'd by the Grand Lodge at their Quarterly meeting in London) to be kept and observed as also all such other Rules and Instructions as shall from Time to Time be Transmitted to them by us, or by our Deputy or by the Grand Master or his Deputy for the Time being and that they do send annually an account in writing to us or our Deputy or to the Grand Master or his Deputy for the Time being of the names of the Members of said Lodge and theu' place of abode with the days and place of meeting, with any other things that they may think proper to Com- St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 31 iiiunicate for the benefit of their Lodge, and that they do send Two Guineas for their Constitution to be paid into the Stoclt of the Grand Lodge in Boston and further that they do annually keep or cause to be kept The Feast of S' John the Evangelist and dine together on that Day or near that Day as shall be Judged most convenient, and Lastly, That they do Regularly Communicate with the Grand Lodge in Boston by sending to the Quarterly Commu- nication such charity as their Lodge shall think fltt for the Relief of Poor Brethren. Given under our Hand and seal at Boston This Fourth Day of February Anno Domini One Thousand Seven Hundred and Fifty Four, and of Masonry Five Thousand Seven Hundred and Fifty Four. By the Grand Masters Command Benj" Hallowell D G M John Leverett G. S. Cha Brockwell S G W James Forbes J G W Friday April 12'" J754. At a Quarterly Communication or Grand Lodge Holden in Boston. Present. The Right Worshipfull Brother Benjamin Hallowell D G M Bro' Charles Brockwell S G W Bro' James Forbes J G W Bro"' John Rowe G T John Leverett G S Bro' Henry Price Bro' Hugh M'Daniel Bro' John Box Bro"^ Robert Jenkins Bro' Henry Leddel For the Masters Lodge Bro' Robert Williams M Bro' Richard Gridley S W [ paid for Charity £0.0.0 Bro' William Tyler Jun'^ J W For the First Lodge Bro' Jeremiah Gridley M Bro' Joseph Gardner S W ^ paid for Charity 1.4.0 Bro' Ezekiel Price J W For the Second Lodge Bro' William Coffin M Bro"" James Otis S W }■ paid for Charity 0.0.0 Bro' Samuel Holbrook J W £1.4.0 paid the Reckoning 11/8 32 Proceedings est Masonry, The Lodge being Opened, Voted That £2 , , be given to M" JIary Walker as Charity did it to Bro' M'^Daniel, Voted that £1,, 6,, 8,,. be given to Bro'' M'koy as Charity did it to Bro' Brockwell. Voted That the Feast of S' John the Baptist be Celebrated in the Country and the J^xpence do not Exceed a dollar for Each Member. Lodge in Portsmouth New Hampshire Annapolis in Nova Scotia Newfoundland Hallifax in Nova Scotia New Port in Rhode Island Maryland New Haven in Counecticutt Nevv London in d° Middletown in d" [■ No Body appeared. Tlesdat June 26* 17.54. Sunday being S' John Baptist day Our Right Worshipfnll Grand Master desired the Brethren to attend him at M' Gratons in Roxbury. where the Deputy Grand Master held a Grand Lodge, but by Reason of the death of Our Right WorshipfuU Brother Thomas Oxuard Esq' Grand Master who died this daj- about Eleven oClock A M, the Celebration was rather SorrowfuU than Joyous the Following Brethren Present — The Right Worshipful! Brother Benjamin Hallowell, Bro Robert Jenkins S G W Bro John Rowe J G W Bro James Forbes G T Bro John Leverett G S Bro Edward Cahill D G iVI Bro Henry Price Bro Jeremy Gridley Bro Thomas Aston Bro Samuel Calef Bro Samuel Holbrook Bro James Otis Bro John Erving Bro Hugh M-^Dauiel Bro Briggs Hallowell Bro Lewis Deblois Bro William Burbeck Bro John Downe Bro Belth Byard Bro William Coffin Bro Charles Pelham Bro William Manev Bro William Tyler" Bro Joseph Gardner Bro. Andrew Oliver Bro Samuel Swift Bro John Box Bro R Pateshall Bro William Coffin Jun' Bro James Pecker Bro Henrv Leddel Bro George Wallis St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 33 Boston July l"* 1754. On Tuesday last departed this Life, after a lingerin• paid Expences ,,12 Bi'o Joshua Gee J "W ) New Hampshire Lodge Brother William Gleason appeared Middletowa Lodge Brother Johu Leverett appeared & paid Charity ,, 6 £1. 16. 1. 10 Aug' 21" 5755. By Virtue of Our Right Worshipfull Grand Masters Summons a Grand Lodge which was Holden at the Royall Exchange Tavern the foUowiiig Brethren Present — Viz! The Right Worshipfull Brother, Henry Price G M Bro Benjamin Hallowell D G M Bro James Forbes S G W Bro Robert Jenkins J G W Bro John Leverett G S Bro Peter Leigh Esq' G M of S° Carolina Bro Jeremy Gridley Esq' Bro John Box Bro Charles Pelham For the Masters Lodge Bro Henry Leddel M ) Bro William Tyler S W I Bro Joseph Gardner J W ) For the First Lodge Bro John Erving M Bro Lewis Deblois S W Bro Thomas Dipper J W For the Second Lodge Bro. Hugh M°Daniel M Bro Samuel Holbrook S W Bro Joshua Gee J W The Lodge being Opened Our Right Worshipfull Brother Jeremy Gridley Esq' informed Our Right Worshipfull Brother Henry Price G M that he had received a Deputation from The Right Honourable and Right Wor- shipfull James Brydges Marquis of Carnavon Grand Master of Masons appointing him Grand Master of North America where no Grand Master is at Present Appointed, and deliver'd Our Right 40 Proceedings i>" Masonry, Worshipfuil Brother Price liis Deputation who ordered the Seere- tar_v to read it, and record it in the Grand Lodge Book. [seal] Carnarvan G 31 To all and every onr Eight Worshipfuil, Worshipfuil and Loving Brethren We JaiL^s Brydges Marquis of Carnarvan Grand Master of the Ancient & Honourable Society of Free and Accepted Masons Send GKtEiisG Know Ye That We u' the great Trust & Confidence reposed in our Eight ^^'orshipfult and well beloved Brother Jeremy Gridley Esq'^ Counceller at Law : Do hereby Constitute & appoint liim, the said Jeremy Gridley Provincial Grand Master of all Such Provinces & Places in North America & the Territories thereof of which no Provincial Grand Master is at present appointed with full Power & Autliority in due Form to make Masons and Con- stitute & regulate Lodges as Occasion may require, and also to do & execute all & every such other acts iJc things appertaining to said office as usually have been & ought to be done & executed by other Provincial Grand Masteis. He the said Jeremy Gridley taking especial Care that all & every the Members of every Lodge he shall Constitute have been regidarly made ^Masons, & that they do observe perform ifc keep all & every the Eules orders & Eegu- latious Contained in the Book of Constitutions (Except such as have been or may be repealed at any Quartirly Communication or other General Meeting) together also with all Such other Eules orders Eegulations & Listructions as shall from time to time be Transmitted liy us or Thomas Manningliam 31 D our Deputy or by any of our Sucessors Grand Master or his Deputy for the time being. And We do hereby will & require you our said Provin- cial Grand ^Master to cause Four Quarterly Communications to be held yearl}', one whereof to be upon or as near to the Feast day of Saint John the Baptist as Conveniently may be and that you Promote on those & all other occasions whatever may be for the Honour & advantage of Masonry and the Benefit of the Grand Charity and that you yearly send to us or our Sucessors Grand Masters an account in Writing of the Proceedings therein and also of what Lodges you constitute and when and where held with a List of the Members thereof and Copys of such Eules orders and Regulations as shall be made for the good Government of the Same with whatever else you shall do by Virtue of these Presents, and that at the Same time you remit to the Treasurer of the Society for the time being at London Three pounds three shillings Sterling for every Lodge you shall Constitute for the use of the Grand Charity and other Necessary Purposes. Given at London under our hand and Seal of Masonry tliis 4"" day of April A D 1755 A L 5755. By the Grand blasters Command Witness Tho^ Mansingham D G M John Revis G S St. John's Geand Lodge, 1733-92. 41 At a Meeting of the Committee of the Grand Lodge held at the Royall Exchange Tavern Boston the 25* Aug' Anno Domini 1 755 for Regulating the Instalment of the Grand Master agreed as Follows.— Viz? First, — That there shall be a Publick Procession upon the last Wednesday in Sep' next that being the day appointed by the Grand Master. Secondly Agreed that Our Right WorshipfuU Brother Leigh be desired to write to Brother Brown of Portsmouth and desire him to come to Town to Preach a Sermon on said day at The Rev"* Doc' Cutler's Church Thirdly That the Procession shall begin at such Pkce as the Grand Master shall appoint to Churcli all Cloathed, and after Church the Brethren to March back in the Same order to Concert Hall Fourthly That notice be given by Each Master to the Members of the Several Lodges, and Each Member to Signify whether he will attend or no and Such as will attend to deposit One dollar Septem'' 22^ blob. By Virtue of an order from Our Right Worshipful! Grand Master a Grand Lodge was held this Evening at the Royal Exchange Tavern to chuse Stewards to Provide for the Feast at the Instalment of the Grand Master the Following Brethren Present The Right WorshipfuU Brother Benj" Ifallowell D G M Brother John Box S G W Brother Robert Jenkins J G W Brother John Rowe G T Brother John Leverett G S Brother Henry Prioe Brother Samuel Holbrook For the Masters Lodge Brother Henrv Leddel . . . M ) Brother William Tyler . . . S W i Brother Joseph Gardner . . J W ) For the First Lodge Brother Belth Byard . M Brother Lewis Deblois S W Brother Arch McNeil . J W For the Second Lodge Brother Hugh M'Daniel M Brother Joshua Gee . . SW Brother Thomas Dipper J W The Lodge Being Opened Our Right WorshipfuU Brother Hugh M^Daniel Brother Belth Byard Brother Arch McNeil & Brother Samuel Holbrook were chose Stewards 42 Proceedings in Masonrt, Wednesdat October 1" 575.5. At a Grand Lodge Held at Concert Hall this day The Right Worshipful! Jeremy Gridley Esq' appointed Grand Master of Masons in North America, by the Right WorshipfuU the Marquis of Carnarvon Grand Master of Masons, was installed in that Office (at Concert Hall). Tlie three Lodges in this Town and the Master & "Wardens of the Portsmouth Lodge in New Hampshire with a great Number of Brothers were present Cloathed with white aprons and Gloves, and after the Instalment, accompanied their Grand Master in Procession to Trinity Church in this order. First "Walked the Sword Bearer, carrying a drawn Sword, in one hand and the Book of Constitutions in the other, Next came the Several Lodges according to their Juniority, closed with the "\A^ardens and Master, cloathed with tlieir Jewells, Four Stewards with white wands went before the Grand Treasurer and Secretary cloathed with their Jewels, who were followed by the Past Grand Officers, after these walked the Grand "Wardens with their Jewels, and the Present and late Grand Master cloathed with their Jewels and Badges, closed the Procession.' At Church the Rev'' M' Hooper read Prayers, and the Rev'' M' Brown Preached an excellent Sermon on the occasion to a Numerous and Polite Audience, after Service the Sword Bearer and Stewards walked before the Grand Master, and the Procession was made in a reversed order back to Concert Hall, where an Elegant Dinner was prepared, and the afternoon was Spent in Harmony and Mirth. The whole Ceremony and attendance was with the greatest Decency, and made a Genteel Appearance. The Right Worshipful! Brother Jeremy Gridley Esq' G M Brother Henry Price late . . G M Brother Benj" Hallowell . . D G M Brother James Forbes . ... S G W Brother Robert Jenkins . . J G W Brother John Rowe .... G T Brother John Leverett ... G S Brother John Box Brother James Nichols Brother Henry Leddel Rev* Brother Arthur Brown Brother Edward Davis Brother Charles Pelham Brother William Brattle Brother William Coffin Jun' Brother Robert Williams Brother William Hill Brother Sam" Holbrook Brother Samuel Wethred Brother Samuel Swift Brother Briggs Hallowell Brother Stephen Deblois Brother Beth Byard Brother Peter M'^Taggart Brother Hugh irDaniel Brother Walter Corrie Brother Samuel Massev Brother William Murray Brother Arch McNeil Brother Tho' Jam' Gruchy Brother Samuel Calef Brother William Burbeck Brother William EUery Brother Joseph Gardner Brother Henry Wethred * St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 43 Brother Peter Jenkins Brother Andrew Oliver Brother William Tyler Brother James Gonitis Brother Fortesque Vernon Brother Nath" Peirce Brother Robert Oliver Brother William Pearson Brother Tho" Dipper Brother William Stow Brother John Stevens Brother Nath" Pattin Brother Lewis Deblois Brother Thomas Pearson Brother John Amiel Brother Ellis Compton Brother Michael Trolet Brother Peter Nogues Brother Joseph Jackson Brother Robert Stone Brother John Fenton Brotlier Sam" Hibbeus Brother William Coffin Brother John Odiu Brother James Pecker Brother John Downe Brother Robert Pateshall Brother Joseph Tyler Brother William Torrey Brother Joseph Scott Brother Joshua Gee Brother Ezekiel Price Friday Octo' 10'" 5755. At a Quarterly Communication or Grand Lodge holden in Boston Present The Right Worshipfull Brother Jeremy Gridlev Esq' G M Brother Benj" Hallowell I) G M Brother James Forbes S G W Brother Robert Jenkins J G W Brother John Rowe G T Brother John Leverett G S Brother Peter Leigh Esq' Brother Henry Price Brother William Coffin Rev* Bro Arthur Browne For the Masters Lodge Brother Henry Leddel M Brother William Tyler S W Brother Joseph Gardner J W For the First Lodge Brother Andrew Oliver M Brother William Stow S W Brother John Downe J W For the Second Lodge Brother Hugh M'Daniel M Brothet Sam" Holbrook S W Brother Joshua Gee J W For Portsmouth Lodge Brother Nath" Peirce M Brother Aroh McNeil S W Reckoning £4. 5. Exp" Charily paidExpences . 12 paid Exp» & Charity 12 1 paid Expences . 12 [• paid Charity . 12 £1 . 16 — 1 . 16 44 Proceedings in Masonry, The Lodge being Opened Voted That the C'haritj' sent to y" Lodge by the Several Lodges shall be kept for that Purpose only, & the Aeco' of it kept Seperate Voted That the Expences of this Lodge shall be paid by the Sev- eral Lodges Voted That Brother Leddel be one of the Committee to Settle the Grand Treasurers Acco' in the Eoom of Brother Erving who could not attend. Friday Jan'-^ 9"^ 6756 At a Quarterly Communication Holden in Boston Present The Eight "U'orshipfull Brother Jeremy Gridley Esq' G M Brother Benjamin Hallowell D G 31 Brother James Forbes S G "W" Brother Robert Jenkins J G W Brother John Rowe G T Brother John Leverett G S Bro Henrv Price Bro John Box Bro AVilliam Coffin Bro Henry Leddel For the Masters Lodge Brother Richard Gridley ]M ) . -■ Brother Sam" Holbrook S AV V ^^^^^^^^ Brother Joseph Gardner J W ) '■ Expea' 12 Charity For the First Lodge Brother Robert Williams 31 Brother Lewis Deblois S AV Brother John Downe J W paid Expences 18 For the Second Lodge Brother Hugh M"Daniel M ^ paid Brother Joshua Gee S AY |- Expences 18 Brother Andrew Oliver J W j & Charity 1„5„4 For the New London Lodge Brother Nicholas Letchmere M Brother Nath" Coffin S W Expences from the Grand Officers Reckoning £2,, 4/ 17„ 2 £3, 2 1„5.,4 The Lodge being Opened Our Right AVorshipfuU Brother Beiij" Hallowell D G M desired Liberty to resign his Office, upon which Our Eight WorshipfnU G M appointed Our Right AA^orshipfuU Bro James Forbes D G M Bro Robert Jenkins S G W & Bro John Rowe J G W. St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92, 45 Voted Brother William Coffin G T & Brother John Leverett G S for the year ensuing Voted Brother David Lenox Tj'ler Voted That the Grand Treasurers Acco' be Accepted Voted Brother Lenox Five dollars for his last years Service Friday April 9"' 5756. At a Quarterly Communication Holden in Boston Present The Right Worshipfull Brother Jeremy Gridley Esq' G M Brother James Forbes D G M Brother Eobert Jeuiiins S G W Brother John Rowe G T Brother John Leverett G S Bro Benj" Hallowell Bro Samuel Solly Bro Henry Price Bro Belth Byard Exp'- For the Mas' Lodge Brother Richard Gridlev M") ., Brother Sam Holbrook S W ^ Pf"* Brother Jos Gardner J W i Expences „ 18 Charity For the First Lodge Brother Robert Williams M Brother Lewis Deblois S W Brother John Downe J W ) p* Exp= & r Charity ,, 18/ 2. For the Second Lodge Brother Hugh M'^Daniel Wj • Brother Joshua Gee S W V paid ditto,, 18- Brother Andrew Oliver J W ) 2„3 For the Newport Lodge Brother Robert Jenkins M Brother Benj^ Mason S W Brother John Jenkins J W paid Charity Officers of the Grand Lodge „14,,lp £3,, 8„l-4 17 ,, 4- The Lodge being Opened The Master of Masters Lodge and the Pira* Lodge presented a Petition for this Lodge to consider of some method in order to raise a fund for Charity — 46 Proceedings in Masonry, Voted That Seven be a Committee to take the Petition under Consideration and make report at the next Quarterlv Communica- tion—Viz' the G M, D G M, S G "VV, J G W, the'Master of the Masters Lodge, First Lodge and Second Lodge. Voted That the Feast of S' John the Baptist be Celebrated in the Country and that the Expence be a dollar Thdrsdat June 24* 5756. Our Right "Worshipfull Brother Jeremy Gridlej- Esq"^ Grand blaster Summoned the Brethren to attend him at the House of M' John Gratons at the Grey Hound Tavein in Roxbury to Cele- brate the Feast of S' John the Baptist, and the day was Celebrated as usual the following Brethren Present The Right Worshipfull Brother Jeremy Gridley Esq'' G il James Forbes D G M Robert Jenkins S G W John Rowe J G VV William Coffin G T John Leverett G S Rev* Arthur Brown Hugh ^M'^Daniel Benjamin Hallowell John Box Henry Price Samuel Holbrook Peter Nogues Andrew Oliver Brigs Hallowell Arch M'XeiL James Clowstou Joseph Tyler Thomas Dipper AVilliam Downe Cheevers Adino Paddock John Gore William Maney Friday Aug' IS"* 5756. At a Quarterly Communication holden in Boston by adjournment by the Grand Masters oi-der from the Second Friday in Jnlyilast to y" day Several of the Officers and a Number of the Members being out of Town the Lodge could not be opened Present The Right Worshipfull Brother Jeremy Gridley Esq' G M Brother James Forbes D G M Brother Robert Jenkins S G W Brother John Rowe J G W Brother John Leverett G. S Brother Benj° Hallowell Expen^ Charity For the Mas' Lodge Brother Henry Price M ) Brother Joseph Gardner S W f P^^'^ Brother Sam Holbrook J W ) J^^Pences „ 18 - St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 47 For the First Lodge Biother Eobert Williams M.') . , ^^ « i o Brotlier Lewis Deblois S W f P^^f" ^,^P^f "^« , , Brother John Jenkins J W f & Chanty 1„ 4- For the Second Lodge Brother Hugh M'^Daniel M ] ., -..^^ Brother Andrew Oliver S W I P^^*^^ '^^"^ " 1« "1" 6- Expeuces from the Grand Officers ,,12. 1 £3,, 6 „ 1-2, ,10 - Eeckoning £3 ,, 3 ,, 9 Friday Octo'' 8"> 5756. At a Quarterly Communication holden in Boston Present The Right Worshipfull Brother James Forbes D G M Brother Robert Jenkins S G W Brother John Rowe J G W Brother William Coffin G T Brother John Leverett G S Brother Benj" Hallovvell Expen^ Charity For the Mas" Lodge Brother Henry Price M ) paid Ex- Brother Joseph Gardner S W f pences ,,18- For the First Lodge Brother Robert Wilb'ams M ) paid d° & , „ _ Brother Lewis Deblois S W j Charity " ^ For the Second Lodge Brother Hugh M'Danlel M, ) Brother Andrew Oliver S W [■ paid d" & ^g _ Brother Thomas Dipper J W ) Charity " Exp" from G Officers ,,12 -2 4 - 1„4 - £3,, 6,, 2- 2,,! The Lodge being Opened Voted That the Grand Treasurer pay Brother Rowe the late Grand Treasurer the Ballance of his Acco' being £ Voted That there be a Feast on S' Johns day and that the Ex- pence do not Exceed a dollar Voted That Three be a Committee to Settle the Grand Treasurers Acco' Viz' Brother John Rowe Bro Andrew Oliver & Bro Benj" Hallo- well 48 Peoceedings in Masonet, Friday Jan^^ 14"^ 5757. At a Quarterly Communication Holden ia Boston Present The Eight '^orshipfull Brother Jeremy Gridley Esq' G M Brother James Forbes D G M Brother Robert Jenkins S G W Brother John Rowe J G W Brother William Coffin G T Brother John Leverett G S Brother Hugh M'^Daniel Brother John Box Brother Belth Byard Brother Joshua AVinslow Exp CliBrity For the ^Nlas" Lodge Brother Henrv Price M ) . , Brother Sam Holbiook S W ]- 1^^'^ • Biother Lewis Deblois J W ) ^-^Pe"ces „ 1»- For the First Lodge Brother Richard Gridley M ^ . , Brother John Jenkins S AV |- -r, ^ ^ „ Brother Arch M'Neil J W j Expences „ 18- For the Second Lodge Brother Andrew Oliver M ") • Brother Tho' Dipper S W > paid Charit}"^ Brother Sam Calef J AV ) & Expences ,, 18 Exp" from G Officers 1 ,, 2 ,, 6 £3 „ 16 ,,6-1 ,,4- The Lodge being Opened Our Eight "WorshipfuU Brother James Forbes D G M resigned his Office, and the Right AVorshipfuU G M appointed Bro Eobert Jenkins D G M Bro John Eowe S G AY & Bro WiUiam Coffin J G W. Voted Brother Belth Byard Grand Treasurer The Eight Wor- shipfuU G M deliver'd Bro John Leverett the Grand Secretarys Jewell Jan'y 31»' 5757. At a Grand Lodge held at the Royal Exchange Tavern this Evening called by the Grand Masters order Present The Eight WorshipfuU Bro Jeremy Gridley Esq' G M Brother Eobert Jenkins D G M Brother John Eowe S G W Brother Belth Byard J G W Brother John Leverett G S St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 49 Brother James Forbes Brother Eichavd Gridley Brother Chai'les Pelham Brother Lewis Deblois Brother Thomas Dipper Brother Henrj' Price Brother Andrew Oliver Eobert "Williams Brother Joiin Jenkins Brother John Lowell The Lodge being Opened Our Right "Worshipfull G- M acquainted the Lodge that the occasion of this Meeting was for to make Cap' Harry Charters Cap' Gilbert M° Adams, aid de Camp Doctor Richard Hucli & M' John Appy Sec'' to the Earl of Loudoun with M' John Melvill, Masons, (who came to town from Marblehead with Bro Lowell on purpose to be made a Mason) which the Lodge unanimously agreed to. Our Right Worshipfull G M appointed Bro Richard Gridley to make the above Five Gentlemen Masons, who were made enter'd Prentices & Pass'd Fellow Crafts. Our Bight Worshipfull Brother Jeremy Gridley Esq' Grand Master Summoned the Brethren to attend him at Concert Hall Boston to Celebrate the Feast of Saint John the Evangelist where he held a Grand Lodge and the day was Spent in a very agreable Manner the Following Brethren Present — The Right Worshipfnll Brother Jeremy Gridley Esq' G M His Excellency John Earl of Loudoun late Grand Master Masons His Excellency Charles Lawrence Esq' Governor of Hallifax of Bro Robert Jenkins Bro John Rowe Bro William Coffin Bio Belth Byard . Bro John Leverett Rev'' Bro Brown Brother Samuel Holbrook Brother Briggs Hallowell Brother Isaac Gridley Brother Catherwood Brother John Diipee Brother Joseph Tyler Brother Francis White Brother Peter Shoreland Brother Peter Miller Brother Ayres Brother William Murray Brother Thomas Aston Brother Henry Baboock D G M S G W JG W GT GS Brother Richard Codman Brother William Taylor Brother Peter Beyer Brother Chris Prince Brother Jonathan Freeman Brother John Cathcart Brother William Rhodes Brother Henry Bethuue Brother Thomas Baker Brother Joseph Peabody Brother Henr^ Price Brother Joseph Scott Brother logersol Brother Edward Davis 50 Peoceedings IX Masoxey, Brother Olivex- Noyes Brother Hoar Brother William Stow Brother "William fxordon Brothar Lewis Deblois Brother Arch M'^Neil Brother Sam C'alef Brother Abraham Savage Brother John Melvill Brother Edward Biake Brother John Appy Brother Stephen Deblois Brother Eobert ^^'illiams Brother James Forbes Bro Benj" Hallowell Bro :Michael Trolet Bro Nathan Whiting Bro Samuel Gridley Bro Peter iPTaguart Brother John Tyler Brother Henry AVethred Brother Walker Brother William Burbeeck Brother Joshua Boyd Brother Thomas Lawlor Brother William Thompson Brother Harry Charters Brother Richard Huck Brother Fitch Brother James Otis Brother Jos Gardner Bro Gilbert M'Adams Bro John Box Bro Thomas Dipper Bro Eichard Gridley Bro Joshua Winslow Brother Cotnam Brother Avey Bro William Coffin Jun' Bro Joseph Goldthwait Bro Ezekiel Price Bro Moses Deshon Bro Samuel Rockwell Brother Rol)ert Stone Brother Peter Nogues Brother Joseph Jackson Brother John Lowell Brother J(jhn Gore Brother Jn° Adams • Brother John Jenkins Brother William ToiTey Brother Adino Paddock Brother Snm Dexter Brother Bcnj Pemberton Brother William Brattle Brother Hugh M'Daniel Brcither Pelham Brother Andrew Oliver Brother Esra CoUius Friday April 8* 5757. At a Quarterly Commuaication Holden in Boston Present The Right Worshipfull Brother Jeremy Gridley Esq' G M Bro Robert Jenkins D G M Bro John Eowe S G W Bro William Coffin J G W Bro Belth Byard G T Bro John Leverett G S BroHngh McDaniel Bro James Forbes ^ Bro John Box Expencea Cfbari^ For the Masters Lodge Bro Heni-v Price M Bro Sam Holbrook S W f i^'"" --!.>=— „ [• paid Expeuces 18 — St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 51 For the First Lodge Bio Rich" Gridlev Ml . , Bro John Jenkins S W L, P^^^ „ 18 — Bro Arch McNeil J W ) ^^^Pences For the Second Lodge Bi'o Tho' Dipper S W ) paid ^^ Bro Sam Calef J Wj j Expences " ^« — Portsmouth Lodge presented p Bro Lev- erett Charity ' ,, 12 ,, — Middletown Lodge presented p ditto ,, 6 ,, 8- Lodge at LaUe George presented p Bro Eich"* Gridley 24 „ 4 ,, — Expences from Grand Officers ,, 14 ,, 5 - £3 ,, 8 „ 5 -25 ,, 2 The Lodge being Opened Our Riglit Worshipful! Brother Byard G T resigned his Office, & Our Right Worshipful! Bro Jenkins D G M Proposed Our Right Worshipful! I^ro .James Forbes to be Grand Treasurer, and the Lodge unanimously ballotted him in. Friday June 24* 6757. Being the Feast of S' John the Baptist Our Right Worshipful! Brother Jeremy Gridley Esq' G M Sum- mon'd the Brethren to attend him at the Grey Hound Tavern in Roxbury where he Held a Grand Lodge and the Day was Cele- brated with Decency & Mirth the Following Brethren Present — The Right Worshipful! Brother Jeremy Gridley, Esq"" G M Bro Robert Jenkins D G M Bro John Rowe S G W Bro W" Coffin , J G W Bro James Forbes G T Bro John Leverett G S Bro Henrv Price Bro Samuel Dexter Bro Benj'Hallowell Bro Tho' Dipper Bro Richard Gridley Bro John Jenkins Bro Harry Charters Bro Sam Holbrook Bro Tho' Lewis Bro Lewis Deblois Bro Brigs Hallowell Bro Arch McNeil Bro Richard Bluck Bro Eze Price Bro . . . Shaw Bro John Downe Bro . . . Benson Bro W" Torrey Bro John Melvill Bro Abr Savage Bro . . . Pattin Bro JoS Gardner 52 Proceedings in Masonry, Bro ^Yilliam Burbeck Bro Tho' Pearson Bro John Stevens Bro Adino Paddock Bro Anthony Brackett Bro John Gore Bro James Otis Bro Andrew Oliver Bro Eobert Williams Bro John Box Friday July 8* 5757. At a Quarterly Communication holden in Boston Present , The Eight WorshipfuU Brother Jeremy Gridley Esq' G M Brother Eobert Jenkins D G M Brother John Eowe S G W Brother W" CofHn J G W Brother James Forbes' G T Brother John Leverett G S Brother Robert 'Williams Brother Cook Brother Warner £xpenceB Charity For the Mas" Lodge Brother Henry Price M ' Bro Sam Holbrook S AY Bro John Downe J W paid Espences & Charity ,» 18. 2 ,, 11. — For the First Lodge Bro Rich'' Gridley M' Bro John Jenkins S W Bro Arch JPMeil J W , paid Expences & Charity ,, 18. 5 ,, 9 ,, 11:| For the Second Lodge ) Bro Andrew Oliver M J paid Expen' & Charity ,, 18. 12 „ 9.— New Hampshire Lodge presented for Charity p Bro Leverett , ,, 6. — - Expen' from Grand Officers ,,12. 1^ — £3 „ 6 „ li-20 „ 15 „ Ui paid Bro Leverett what he paid for Print* advertisements ,, 13 ,, 6 paid Stone the Reckoning 1 ,, 2 ,, 8 £1 „ 16 „2 St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 53 Friday October 14* 5757. At a Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication holden in Boston Present The Right Worshipf ull Brother Robert Jenkins Brother John Rowe Brother W" Coffin Brother James Forbes Brother John Leverett Brother Hugh M^Daniel Brother Bcnj' . . D GM . . . S G W . . JGW G T G S Hallowell Brother John Benson Brother Robert "Williams For the Mas" Lodge Bro Henry Price M \ Bro Lewis Deblois J W j paid Expences & Charity - For the First Lodge Bro Rich" Gridley M Bro Arch McNeil S W Bro Sam Dexter J W paid Expences & Charity For the Second Lodge Bro Tho' Dipper . . . . S W paid Expences & Charity Portsmouth Lodge Presented for Charity Expences from Grand OfHcers 18.— 1 „ 19 „ „18. „ 14 ,, 10— 3 ,, 4„ 6 4 ,, 6 ,,— 6„- £3 „ 8 ,, 10—9 ,, 15 ,, 6 paid for a Sett of Candles paid Stone the Reckoning 6- 14 „8 Feiday Jan'y 13"^ 5758. At a Quarterly Communication Holden in Boston Present The Right "Worshipf ull Brother Jeremy Gridley Esq'' . . Bro Robert Jenkins Bro "William Coffin Bro Richard Gridley . Bro James Forbes Bro Henry Price Bro Hugh M-^Daniel Bro Benj" Hallowell Bro John Box Bro Robert "Williams Bro "William Brattle . GM D GM S G"W JG W GT 54 Proceedings in Masoney, For the Mas" Lodge Eipen" charity Bro And Oliver M') . t -r. Bro Lewis Deblois S W P^^^ ChaHtv " ^^- " ^"^^"- Bro John Jenkins J W ) ^ For the First Lodge Bro John Leverett M ") Bro Arch M'^Neil S W V paid ditto. Bro Sam Holbrook J W ) For the Second Lodge Bro Tho' Dipper M ") Bro Cha Pelham S W [ paid ditto. . Bro Sam Dexter J W ) 18,,— 2„16,,6 „18. 6„ 1. - New Port Lodge Bro Rob' Jenkins Bro Hen Leddel S ^'} paid Expen' Expen' from Grand Officers 6.— 1 ,,2„1 £4,.2,,1-12„U,,() The The W and Voted TheG Voted Voted Voted Voted Voted Lodge being Opened Rii>ht AVorshipfull G M appointed Bro "William CofHn S G Bro Eichard Gridley J G W The Lodge unanimously Bro James Forbes G T M appointed Bro John Leverett G S . That Five doUars be given to Lenox for his Past Services . That Three pounds be given to Bro AVesson as Charit}' . That Two dollars be given to the Sexton of Trinity Church for his attendance in opening the church when Bro Brown preached a Sermon there Two years Since, at the instalment of the Grand Master . That Seven be a Committee to lake De Costers Petition under consideration Bro M^Daniel, Williams, Hallowell, Forbes. CofHn, R Gridley & Oliver . That The Rev'' Bro Pollens Sermon be printed which was preached before the Brethren at Newport the 24* June last, paid Stone the Reckoning 2 ,, 17 ,, 4 paid Lenox 1 ,, 10 ,, — paid for enlarging the Seal 13 ,, 4 paid "Wesson 3 ,, paid the Sexton of Trinity Church ,, 12 ,, 12 „ St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 55 At a Meeting of a Committee of the Graad Lodge at Brother Stones February 24* 5758. Present I The Eight "Worshipfull Brother Jeremy G-ricUey J]sq' G M Brother Robert Jenkins Brother Benjamin Hnllowell Brother Henry Price Brother William Coifln Brother William Brattle Brother Eichard Gridley Brother Hugh M^Daniel Brother Eobert Williams Brother James Forbes Brother Andrew Oliver Brother John Leverett. The Petition of Isaac Decoster for himself & others was ?ead, debated and afterwards — Voted That the said Decoster and those of his Company who had a Clear and Good Character should be admitted to be made Masons by Dispensation of the Grand Master they Paying the Charge of the Entertainment Signed by Hugh M°Daniel ^ Benj" Hallowell | James Forbes j W" Coffin [.Committee Eobert Williams | Eichard Gridley Andrew Oliver Jun' Fridat April 13* 5758. At a Quarterly Communication Holden in Boston Present The Eight Worshipfull Bro Jeremy Gridley Esq' G M Brother Eobert Jenkins D G M Brother William Coffin SG W Brother Richard Gridley J G W Brother James Forbes G T Brother Henrj- Price Brother Hugh M°Daniel Brother Benj' Hallowell Expen Charity For the Mas" Lodge Bro Andrew O Bro John Downe J W J Charity . . . ,, 18-1 „ 7 ,, - Bro Andrew Oliver M ) paid Expen' & For the First Lodge Bro John Leverett . . M~) .-, -p, , Bro Arch M=Neil S W [ P^'^ Jxpen Bro Adino Paddock. . J W ) * ^^^"^'^^ ' " ^'^ * " ^^ " *> 56 Proceedings in Masonry, For the Second Lodge Bro Thomas Dipper . .M ) „aid Exoen' Bro Charles Pelham ..8W[ P^^^ ^^P^*^ Bro Sam" Dexter . . J W ) * Expen" from Grand Officers irity,, 18 „ 19 . -2 „ 1 , , 9 ) £3 „ 13 , , 9-.S ., 5 , , 6 Eeckoning £1 ,,16 The Lodge being Opened The report of the Committee on Decosters Petition was referr'd to the Grand ^Master — Voted That the Grand hardens and the ^Master of each Lodge in the Town of Boston be a Committee to C onsider what can be done to retrench the Expences of the Lodges, and make report to the Next Grand Lodge — Saturday June 24"' 5758. Being the Feast of S' John the Baptist Our Eight Worshipfull Brother Jeremy Gridley Esq' G M Sum- mon'd the Brethren to attend him at the Grey Hound Tavern in Roxbury where he held a Grand Lodge and the day was Celebrated as usual the Following Brethren Present Viz' The Right Worshipfull Bro Jeremy Gridley Esq"' G :M Bro Robert Jenkins D G M Bro John Rowe S G W Bro William Cofl3n J G W Bro James Forbes G T Bro John Lererett G S Bro Henvj' Price Bro Eze Price Bro Hugh M'Daniel Bro Samuel Holbrook Bro John Box Bro Arch SFNeil Bro Andrew Oliver Bro Samuel Dexter Bro Thomas Dipper Bro Henry Leddel Bro Daniel Johonnot Bro Anthony Brackett Bro Joseph Gardner Bro "William Torrey Bro Joseph Jackson Bro James Otis Bro Benj" Hallowell Bro Lewis Deblois Bro Samuel Quincy • Bro Robert Williams Bro Adino Paddock Bro Briggs Hallowell Friday July 14* 5758. At a Quarterly Communication Holden in Boston Present The Right TTorshipfuU Bro Robert Jenkins D G M Bro William Coffin S G W Bro Robert Williams J G W Bro James Forbes G T St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 57 Bro Hugh M'Daniel Bro Henry Price Bro John Rowe. Bro Edmund Quincy Exp° Charity For the Mas" Lodge Bro Andrew Oliver M paid Expen" & Charity ,, 18 — ,, 15— For the First Lodge Bro John Leverett M ") paid Expen' Bro Arch McNeil S W J & Charity „ 18— „ 18— For the Second Lodge Bro Tho' Dipper M ] . , „ Bro Sam Dexter J W } "^""'^ Expences „ 18 - Expen' from Grand Officers ,, 14 ,, 10 £3„8„10 -1,,13— Reckoning £1 ,, 6 ,, 6 Friday October 13* 5758. At a Quarterly Communication Holden in Boston Present The Right Worshipfull Bro Robert Jenkins D G M Bro John Box S G W Bro Robert Williams J G W Bro James Forbes G T Bro Henry Price Exp' Charily For the Mas" Lodge \ Bro Andrew Oliver M paid Expen' & Charity ,, 18 ,, ,,6 — For the First Lodge Bro John Leverett M ) . , Bro Arch M'^Neil S W C „ P^^*^ Bro Adino Paddock J W \ Expences „ 18 - For the Second Lodge Bro Thomas Dipper M paid Expeuces ,,18 — Expences from the Grand Officers ,, 9 ,, 11 £3 ,, 3 ,, 11 — ,, 6- Reckoning 29/4 The Lodge being Opened Voted That Ten dollars be given to Bi-o Rich'' Pateshall as Charity. 58 Proceedings in Masonrt, Wednesday Decern'' 27"" 5758. At a Grand Lodge held at the Royal Exchange Tavern in Boston this Evening, the Following Brethren were Present to Celebrate the Feast of S' John the Evangelist The Eight Worshipful! Bro Jeremy Gridley Esq' . . . G M Bro Robert Jenkins D G M Bro John Rowe S G W Bro Richard Gridley . . . . J G W Bro James Forbes G T Bro Coll" Williamson Bro Robert Williams Bro Henry Leddel Bro Belth Byard Bro William Brattle Bro Thomas Dipper Bro Andrew Oliver Bro John Downe Hro Samuel Ilolbrook Bro Arch" INPNeil Rev Edm* Qiiincy Bro Adino Paddock Bro Abraham Savage Bro W" Bnibank Bro Joseph Webb Bro John Woolvin Friday Jan'y 12*^ 5759. At a Quarterly Communication Holden in Boston Present The Right Worshipfull Bro Jeremy Gridley Esq' G M Bro Robert Jenkins D G M Bro William Coffin S G W Bro Richard Gridley . . . . J G W Bro James Forbes G T Bro John Leverett G S Bro Henry Price Bro Hugh M'Daniel Bro Andrew Oliver Expen*' Charity For the Masters Lodge Bro Robert Williams M » paid Bro Arch ]\TXeil J W ] Expen" „ 18 — For the First Lodge Bro Harry Charters M \ . , Bro Adino Paddock S W ) P^"^ , , „ Bro W- Burbeck J W I '^''P*^'^ n 18 — For the Second Lodge Bro John Rowe M paid Expen' ,,18 — For Loulsbnrgh Lodge Bro Richard Gridley appeared & paid Charity 2 ,, 8 — Expen' from Grand Officers ,, 19 ,, 6 Reckoning 34/6 £3 ,, 13 ,, 6—2 ,, 8 ,,- St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 59 The Lodge being Opened Voted That Six dollars' be given Bro Lenox for his past S ervices Friday April 13"' 5759. At a Quarterly Communication Holden in Boston Present The Right Worshipfull Bro Robert Jenkins . . . D G M Bro James Forbes . . . . S G W Bro Richard Gridley . . . J G W Bro John Leverett . . . . G S — For the Masters Lodge Bro Robert Williams M paid Expen;' ,,18 — For the First Lodge Bro Adino Paddock S W ) . , ^ . _ Bro William Burbbck J W } P'"^^*^ ^^^P^^ " ^^ " For the Second Lodge Bro James Forbes M paid Expen' ,,18 — Expen' from Grand Officers ,, 5 — Reckoning 17/4 £2 ,, 19 — The Lodge being Opened Our Right Worshipfull Brother Richard Gridley Esq' J G W informed the Grand Lodge that at the Request of a Worthj- Bro' at Louisburgh he had Granted a Deputation to a Number of Brothers to Hold a Lodge in His Majestys Twenty Eighth Regi- ment of Foot at Lonisburgh and he presented the Grand Lodge with a Copy of the Deputation he gave them with a List of their Members which the D G M order'd to be recorded in the Grand Lodge Books — [seal.] To the Right Worshipfull & Loving Brethren of the Ancient & Honorable Society of Free & Accepted Masons Regularly Congregated — Know Ye that the Right Worshipfull Jeremy Gridley Esq' Grand Master of all Such places in North America where no other Grand Master is appointed, By His Commission to me Granted to Con- gregate all Free & Accepted Masons anywhere within his district and Form them into one or more Lodges as I shall think tit and to appoint Wardens and all other ofBct-rs to a Lodge appertaining. Have by Virtue thereof Congregated & Formed a Lodge in His Majesty's Twenty Eighth Regiment of Foot, & Constituted Our Right Worshipfull Brother Edward Huntingford Master to Hold a 60 Proceedings in Masonry, Lodge in said Eegiment in ISTorth America with Power to appoint Wardens & all other oflicers to a Lodge appertaining hereby Giv- ing to such Lodge all the Priviledges and Authority of Stated Lodges tt enjoin them to Conform themselves to the Constitutions & ancient Customs of JLisonry, and from Time to Time to transmit the names of the Members & all Persons that shall be made Masons in such Lodge with their Charity for the Releif of Indigent Brothers to the Grand Secretary at Boston Given under my hand & Seal at Louisburgh this 13* of ]S'ovember 1758 and of Masonry 5758 Richard Gridlet G W A List of the Officers. & Members of Lor Ige N° Held at Louis- burgh by authority of the Eight Worshipfull Bro Richard Gridley Esq' Grand Warden Edward Huntingford !M John Sunderland S AV W^ MnlhoUand J^\ John Broadbelt Sec r Michael Walsh W" Phillips John B ready Geo WiUiams Joseph Williams Dav Henderson John Little Thomas Jones John Prosser Walter Tate Henry McQuade Tho' Brooks John Hinds John Walsh David Blakly Edward Bready Patt McMannus Adam Tate — James Faritgr [seal] Jeremy Gridley G 31 To all and Every Our Right Worshipfull & Loving Brethren, We Jeremy- Gridley Esq' Grand Master of the Ancient & Honorable Society of Free & Accepted Masons of all Such Places in North America where no Grand Master is appointed Send greeting — Know ye that we by Virtue of the Authority Committed to us By the Right Honorable & Right Worshipfull James Bridges Mar- quis of Camarvan Grand Master of ilasnus do herebj' nominate appoint & Authorize our Right Worshipfull & well beloved Richard Gridley Esq' to Congregate all Free & Accepted Masons in the Present Expedition against Crown Point, and form them into one or more Lodges, as he shall think fltt and to appoint Wardens, and all other Officers to a Lodge appertaining, and we do hereby give to Such Lodge & Lodges all the Priviledges & Authority of Stated Lodges and enjoin them to conform themselves to the Con- stitutions, and Ancient Customs of Masonry, and to transmit the Names of all Persons that shall be made Masons in any of them St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 61 and one Pistole for evey one so made to Our Grand Secretary at Boston for the use & Releif of indigent Brothers. Given under our hand & the Seal of Masonry at Boston this 13* day of May in the year of Masonry 5756 Witness the Deputy Grand Master & Grand, Wardens whose names are hereunto Subscribed — James Forbes D G M Robert Jenkins S G W John Rowe • J G W By order of the Grand Master ) John Leverett G S ) [seal] Jeremy Oridley Cf M To all and every Our Right Worshipfull and Loving Brethren Free and Accepted Masons now residing or that may hereafter reside in Providence in the Colony of Rhode Island The Right Worshipfull Jeremy Gridley Esq"' Provincial Grand ' Master of the Ancient and Honorable Society of Free & Accepted Masons in North America Sendeth Greeting Whereas application has been made unto us by John Gerish and Sundiy other Brethren of tlie Ancient and Honorable Society of Free and Accepted Masons now residing at Providence aforesaid that we would be pleased to Constitute them into a Regular Lodge that Masonry may increase '& Flourish in those Parts Now Know Ye That We have nominated ordained Constituted and appointed Our Right Worshipfull and well beloved Brother Cap' John Burges to be the First Master of the Lodge at Provi- dence aforesaicl and do hereby impower him to Congregate the Brethren together and Form them into a Regular Lodge, He taking Special ca,re in Chusing Two Wardens and othei' officers necessary for the due regulation thereof for one year at the end whereof the Lodge shall have Power to chuse & appoint their Master, and other officers and so annually. The Master & Wardens for the time being taking Special care that all and every Member admitted into said Lodge from time to time have been or shall be made regular Masons, and that they do cause all and every the Regulations Contained in the Printed Book of Constitutions (Except such as have been or may be repealed at any Quarterly .Communication or other General Meeting in London) to bo kept and observed as also all such other Rules & instructions as shall from time to time be transmitted them by us, or by our Deputy, or the Grand Master or his Deputy for the time being and that they do annually send an account in writing to us or our Deputy or to the Grand Master or his Deputy for the time being of the names of the Members of said Lodge and their place of abode with the days and place of Meeting with any otiier things that 62 Proceedings in Masonry, they may think proper to commuuicate for the Benefit of their Lodge, and that they do send Two Guineas for their Constitution to be paid into the Stock of th'e Grand Lodge in Boston, and further that they do annuall}' keep or cause to be kept, The Feast of S' John The Baptist and dine together on that day or near that day as shall be judged most convenient, and Lastly That they do regularly communicate ivith the "Grand Lodge in Boston by send- ing to the Quarterly Commuiiicatiou such charity as their Lodge shall think fit for the Releif of Poor Brethren. Given under our Hand and Seal at Boston This Eighteenth day of January Anno Domini One thousand Seven hundred & Fifty Seven and of Masonry Five thousand Seven hundred & Fifty Seven. James Forbes D G M Robert Jenkins S G "W" John Eowe J & W By the Grand Masters Command John Leverett G S [seal] Jeremy Gridley G M To all Free and Accepted Masons that shall inspect this Depu- tation Know Ye that TVhercas a Considerable Number of Master Masons have from Time to Time congregated themselves at Newport in the Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations within our district as a Lodge of Master Masons, and have therein raised some Brothers of the Fellow Craft to Master Masons, not thinking but thev had Authority so to do. and have now Petitioned us to confirm the said Degree, and to Form them into a Masters Lodge We therefore, by the Authority given us by the Grand blaster of Masons, do hereby confirm the said Degree to which any Brothers have been so raised and do appoint Our Beloved & Right AVorship- full Brother John Mawdsley to be Master of a Right Worshipful! Masters Lodge to be held at said New Port, He taking Special Care in Chusing Two Wardens and other officers necessary for the due Regulation thereof, and do hereby give and grant to the said Lodge all the Rights and Priviledges which any blasters Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons have or ought to have, enioining them to send to us an account of the Time and place of their Meeting a,nd a List of their Members, and Tiiree Guineas for their Enrol- ment in the Grand Lodge Book in London. Given under our Hand and the Seal of Masonry this 20* day of March AD 1759 A L 5759. By the Grand Master's Command. Robert Jenkins D G M William Coffin S G W Rich" Gridley J G W Witness John Leverett G S St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 63 [seal] Jeremy Oridley OM To all and every Our Eight Worshipfiill and Loving Brethren, We Jeremy Gridley Esq'' Grand Master of the Ancient & Honor- able Society of Free & Accepted Masons of all such places in North America where no other Grand Master is appointed Send Gheeting Know Ye that We By Virtue of the Authority Committed to ii8 By the Right Honorable & Right Worshipfull James Brydges, Marquis of Carnarvan Grand Master of Masons, do hereby nom- inate appoint & authorize Our Right Worshipfull and well beloved Brother Abraham Savage to Congregate all Free and Accepted Masons in the Present Expedition intended against Canada at Lake George or else where in our district into one or more Lodges as he shall think fitt, and to appoint Wardens and all other Officers to a Lodge appertaining, and we do hereby give to Such Lodge and Lodges ;ill the Piiviledges and authority of Stated Lodges, and enjoin them to Conform themselves to the Constitutions and ancient Customs of Masonry and to transmit the Names of all Persons that shall be made masons in any of them, and Four dollars for every one so made to our Grand Secretary at Boston for the use and Relief of indigent Bi-others. Given under our Hand and Seal at Boston this 13"' day of April Anno Domini One thousand Seven hundred & Fifty Nine and of Masonry Five thonsand Seven hundred & Fifty Nine. Witness the Deputy Grand Master & Grand Wardens whose names are hereunto Subscribed By the Grand Masters Command Robert Jenkins D G M John Leverett G: S: W™ CofHn S G W Rich" Gridley J G W Tdesday 26"' June 5759. S' John the Baptist day being a Sunday, Our Right Worshipfull Brother Jeremy Gridley Esq' Grand INfaster notified the Brethren in the Publick Prints that he should Celebrate the Feast of S' John the Baptist at the House of M' John Gratons at the Grey Hound Tavern in Roxbury where the Deputy Grand Master Held a Grand Lodge (the Grand Master being at Portsmouth) and the day was Celebrated as usual the Following Brethren Present The Right Worshipfull Bro Robert Jenkins D G M Bro William Torrey Brother William Coffin S G W William Rhodes Charles Pelham J G W James Thompson James Forbes G T Sam Holbrook John Leverett G S Edward Blanchard Heniy Price Thomas Pearson Andrew Belcher Sam" Hardcastle Hugh M'Dauiel Townley Benjamin Hallowell John Jenkins John Box 64 Pkoceedixgs ix Masonry, Bro Eze Price Brother John Rowe Samuel Swift Robert William Andrew M'^kenzie Johii Downe Joseph Gardner Arch McNeil Sanuiol Gardner Adino Paddock Richard Hooton Andrew Oliver Robert Treat Paine Thomas Dipper Lewis Deblois Edmund Quincy Samuel JNJarshall Samuel Quincy Peter Xogues Henry Leddel Joseph "SVebb TVilliam Coffin Jun' Joseph Ballard Anthony Brackett Robert Jenkins Jun' Samuel XTarner Benj' Mason Joseph Miller Feidat July 13"> 5759. At a Quarterlj- Communication Holden in Boston Present The Right Worshipf ull Brother Robert Jenkins . . . D G M Bro' Charles Pelham . . . . S G TT Bro' Andrew Oliver . . . . J G W Bro John Leverett . . . . G S Bro Henry Price Bro Hugh M'^Daniel Bro Benj' Hallo well Expen Charity For the Mastere Lodge Brother Robert Williams M paid Espen' & Charity ,, 18- £1 . 7. For the First Lodge Bro Adino Paddock M ") Bro John Gore S W [■ paid ditto. . . 18- ,,18 Bro Joseph Webb J W ) For the Second Lodge Bro Sam" Holbrook M paid Expences 18- Expences from Grand Officers 9 £3 ,. 3- 2 ,, 5. paid Stone the Reckoning 26/ The Lodge being Opened Voted That 3 be a Committee to wait on the Brothers that do not frequent Lodges to Subscribe to the Constitution of Chaiity Brother James Forbes, Andrew Oliver & John Leverett St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 65 Friday October 12'" 5759. At a Quarterly Communication Holden at Boston Present The Riglit Worshipfull Broth' Jeremy Gridley Esq' G M' Robert Jenkins . . . D G M' Hugh M^Daniel . . . S G W Thomas Dipper . . . J G W James Forbes . . . G T Henry Price 12 — Andrew Oliver Expen" Charity Masters Lodge presented for Expences & Charity £0 ,, 18 £0 ,, 18 Bro Robert Williams M' Arch' McNeil . . S W John Down . . . J W For the first Lodge Bro Adino Paddock) ., t.. ,„ , „ Bro Nogues } P^id ditto „ 18 1„ 9 For the second Lodge Bro John Rowe M) -tj-,^ id Bro Sam' Dexter } Pa«J ditto „ 18 . . . £3 ,, 6 2 „ 7 Grand officers Expences .... The Lodge being Opened Voted That the Grand Treasurer purchase 10 Tickets in the Lottery at Rhode Island for building a Free Masons Hall at Newport. Thursday Dec" 27'" 5759. Being the Feast of S'. John the Evangelist Our Right "Worship- full Jeremy Gridley Esq' Grand Master Summon'd the Brethren to attend him at the Royal Exchange Tavern in Kingstreet Boston where was held a Grand Lodge and the Feast was Celebrated as Usual Present The Right Worshipful Jeremy Gridley Esq G:M: Bro Robert Jenkins . . D :G :M : Bro Charles Pelham . . S:G:W: Bro Robert Williams . . J:G:W: Bro James Forbes . G:T: Bro Edm : Quincy . .. G:S:p:t Bro Hugh M'^Daniel Bro Andrew M°Kenzie 66 Proceedings in Masonry, Bro John Rowe Bro John Box Bro Thomas Dipper Bro Heniy Price Bro Andrew Oliver Bro Joseph Gardner Bro Eichard Gridley Bro Sam' Holbrook Bro Sam' Gridley Bro Heniy Leddel Bro James Otis Bro Arch' M'Neil Bro John Leverett At a Quarterly Communication Held in Boston Present Bro Samuel Dexter Bro Ezekiel Price Bro Sam' Quincy Bro Wm L Perkins Bro Anthony Bracket Bro William Torry Bro Thomas "WaUey Bro James Thompson Bro Adino Paddock Bro Joseph Callender Bro John "Webb Bro Sam' Hardcastle Bro Joseph Russel Friday January 12"' 5760. The Right Worshipful Bro Jeremy Gridley Esq Bro Rob' Jenkins Bro : Charles Pelham, Bro : Thomas Dipper. Bro James Forbes Bro John Leverett Bro Henry Price . GM: D. G M. S. G W: J: G W GT: GS: For the Masters Lodge Bro Robert Williams M Bro Aroh'i M-^Neil . . S W : Bro Adino Paddock . J : W. For the first Lodge Ezpens & Charity Presented for £,, 18 ,, 1 „ 2 Bro Abraham Savage M. ) ,.. , „ Joseph Webb . . S : W : j "™° " ^* " - 2„U - 1 „ 7 For the Second Lodge Bro Edra* Quincy. M ditto „ 18 „ Bro Abraham Savage appointed Master of a Lodge at Crown Point ap- peared& paid for Charity 14 ,, 8 £•2 ,,14„ -19 „ 11 „ The Grand Master appointed Bro Robert Jenkins D G M Bro Richard Gridley S G W Bro Charles Pelham J G W G : : Expen' £3 „ 3 „ 7^-19 „ 11 „ St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 67 Bro James Forbes was unanimously Baloted G T : Bro John Leverett appointed G S : Voted That the G : S: shall have an Allowance henceforth for His Trouble & that 3 be a Committee to Examine His Books viz' Bro Jenkins Bro Williams & Bro Dipper & Report at the next Lodge or Quarterly Communication — Voted That the same Committee examine the G : T : Acco'' Voted Bro Lenox 4 Dollars for His past Seivices The G Lodge taking under Consideration the Misfortune of Our Right Worshipf Bro Hugh M'Daniel late D G : M : by the late Fire in His House it was motion'd & Seconded that 50 Dollars be given Our said Bro Hugh M'Dauiel as a present out of the Stock of this Lodge & that the G T : pay him the Same paid for Charity Book £0 ,, 12 ,, — Reckoning 2 ,, 14 ,,7. paid Lenox 1 ,, 4 ,, — £4 „ 10 „ 7 Friday April 11* 5760. At a Quarterly Communication Holden at Boston Present The Right Worshipf Bro Robert Jenkins D G M Bro Richard Gridley ... S G W Bro Charles Pelham . . .' J G W Bro James Forbes .... G T: Bro John Leverett .... G S: Bro Henry Price Presented for £ For the Masters Lodge Bro Robert Williams M Bro A Paddock . . J W First Lodge presented for ditto Second Lodge presented by Bro M°Daniel for ditto Marblehead Lodge presented for Charity by Bro Sam^ Glover S: W: I Bro Andrew Tucker J W j Expences & Charily „18„— 0„15„ — )! 18 ,) — 1 1, 16 ,, — )) 18 ,, — Reckoning £1 ,, 8 ,, 6. £2 ,, 14, ■7„17„ The Lodge Open'd Upon a motion made by our Bro Robert Williams to relieve those Brothers that were burnt out at the Great Fire in Boston March 20* past Voted that the Consideration thereof be referr'd to the next Quarterly Communication 68 PEOCEEDHiTGS IN MaSONRT, Voted That 20 Dollars be given to Our Bro G S: for his Past Services Voted That 10 Dollars be given to M" Hannah Jones "Wife of our late Broth' John Jones Deceas'd as Charity Fribat July 11"" 57G0. At a Quarterly Commnnication Holden in Boston Present The Eight TVorshipf ul Jeremy Gridley Esq' G: M: Bro Robert Jenkins . D : G M Bro Richard Gridley . . . S : G W Bro John Row .... . J: G "W Bro James Forbes . . . . G: T Bro John Leverett . . . . G:S For the Masters Lodge presented Bro Robert "VViUiams M : Bro Andrew ^M'^Kenzie S : "W Bro Adi : Paddock J : W : For the first Lodge Bro A Savage . M Bro £<> Quincy S : "W For the Second Lodge Bro Hugh M-'Daniel M. Bro Sam' Holebrook S : "W Bro Sam' Calef J : W expenses 0„ 18.,— Charity 6 „ — 0„ 18 0„ 18 £2 „ U „ ;, 6 „ Reck= £1 : „ 10/ — Friday Oct" 10"' 5760. At a Quarterly Communication Holden at Boston Present The Right Worshipf Jeremy Gridley Esq G : M 18/ Bro Robert Jenkins ' D G M : 18/ Bro. Rich'i Gridley S G W Bro Charles Pelham J G W. Bro James Forbes G : T : 18/ Bro Thomas Dipper Bro John Rowe 18/ £3 „ 12 „ ExpenB" Charity For the Masters Lodge Bro Robert Williams M : ) pre- Bro Arch' M"=Xeil S : W : [■ sented £ ,, 18 ,, — 1 „ 16 ,, Bro Adino Paddock J : W : ) for St. John's Grand Lodue, 1733-92. 69 For the first Lodge Bro Henry Leddel M. ) Bro Joseph Webb . . S W i d" . . . „ 18 ,, — . ,, . ,, — Bro And M"=Kenzie . J W ) For the Second Lodge Bro Hugh M°Daniel . .M") Bro John Amiel . . S W [- d° . . . „ 18 „ — „ — „ — Bro Ezek^ Price . . . J W ^ For Marblehead Lodge Bro Thomas Lewis presented ,, — ,, — ,■, ^8 „ — N B The Commission to hold their Lodge dated March 2.5 : 1760 from y" G- Master in Boston J : G £2 ,, 14 ,, — £2 „ 14 „ — Officers Expences 9 m 8- £3 ,, 3 ,, 8 £2 ,, 14 ,, — The Lodge being open'd The Grand Master proposed that the Feast of S' John be Cele- brated & that the same be advertiz'd in the Boston Prints and that Summons be sent to all Masons known to be in the Town by the Grand Secretary not only in Town but also to the several Lodges adjacent- Reckoning £2 ,, 4 ,, 2- Tdesdat Dec' 27"^ 5760. Being the Feast of S' John the Evangelist Onr Right Worshipful Jeremy Gridley Esq Grand Master sum- moned the Brethren to Attend him at the Brittish Coffee House in King Street where He Held a Grand Lodge and the Day was celebrated as usual The Following Brethren Present The Right Worshipful Jeremy Gridley Esq' G : M. Bro Robert Jenkins D G M Bro Charles Pelhams . . . S : G W : Bro Rob' Williams . . . . J : G W Bro James Forbes . . . . G : T. Bro Edm Quincy . . . . G : S : Bro Hugh M'^Daniel Bro .John Leveret Bro John Row Bro Anthony Bracket Bro Thomas Dipper Bro Ezekiel Price Bro Andrew Oliver Bro William Perkins Bro Joseph Gardner Bro Sam' Quincy Bro John Box Bro Joseph Russell Bro Charles Price Bro Tho' Wallev 70 Pboceedixgs in Masonry, Bro Sam' Holbrook Bro Adino Paddock Bro Sam' Gridley Bro Joseph Callender Bro Andrew JPkenzie Bro Joseph Webb Bro Eichard Gridley Bro Sam' Hai dcastle Bro James Otis Bro "William Torrey Bro Henry Leddel Bro James Thompson Bro Archi'M^Neil Bro Sam' Dexter Friday January T* 5761. At a Quarterly Communication Holden at Boston Present. The Eight Worshipful Jeremy Gridley Esq' G M : Bro Eichard Gridley . . . S : G W. Bro Eobert Williams . . . J : G W. Bro John Leverett . . . G S : Expen^ & Charity For the Masters Lodge Bro Thomas Dipper M i presented Bro Sam' Holbrook S : W: [ £0 ,, 18 ,, — £0 „ 15 ,, 7J Bro John Thompson J W J For the first Lodge Bro Joseph Gardner M. ) Bro Thomas Walley S W. ^ ditto ,, 18 .. — Bro Joseph Eussel J W. ) For the second Lodge Bro John Box . . . M. Bro Edmund Quincy S W. [■ ditto ,, 18 .. — Bro Samuel Gridley J W £2 „ 14 „ — „ 15 „ 7i The Lodge being Opend The Eight Worshipful Grand Master appointed Bro Eobert Jenkins D G M : Bro Charles Pelham S 6 W : & Bro Eobert Williams J : G W : Bro James Forbes unanimously Baloted in G : T : Our Eight Worshipf appointed Bro Edmund Quincy G Secretary Voted That Our Bro John Box Bro Richard Gridley & Bro Tliomas Dipper be a Committee to Examine the G ; T : Accounts. Voted Bro Lenox T : 9 Dollars for Extraordinary Services. Friday April 8"' 5761. At a Quarterly Communication Holden Tn Boston St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 71 Present The Right "Worshipful Bro Jeremy Gridley Esq Bro Robert Jenkins Bro Charles Pelhani Bro Robert Williams Bro James Forbes Bro Edm: Quincy Bro Hugh M^Daniel Bro Richard Gridley I Charity GM DG M S.G.W J G W GT GS Expences The Masters Lodge Bro Robert Williams M ") Bro Adino Paddock S W y presented £1,, 10 ,,—0,, 18,,— Bro James Thompson J W ) For the First Lodge Bro Joseph Gardner M Bro Joseph Russel . . S W Bro Tho' WaUey J W For the second Lodge Bro John Box M j Bro And : Mckenzie S W V Bro John Leveret J W j )) 18 „ — 5) 18 ), — Hampshire Lodge Newport New London ( For which Lodge Bro Abraham Savage M : Crown Point Lodge •< appeared who is directed to Deposit the char- (_ ity of that Lodge with the Grand Treasurer. New Haven d" Middletown Providence Maryland . Surranam The Lodge being Open'd Voted That Bro John Box Bro James Forbes & John Leverett be a Committee to Wait upon those Brethren who do not Frequent Lodges with whom Bro Edmund Quincy G S : is Joind in the Affair That Bro Jenkins Bro Williams & Bro Pelham are Desird to See that the Necessary Collections be made & Dinner provided on the 26"' of June next being the Feast of S' John Baptist Voted That it be, and it is hereby recomended & Ordered by the Grand Master that no Member of a Regular constituted Lodge in Boston do appear at the Meeting (or Lodge so Call'd) of Scotts Masons in Boston not being Regularly constituted in the Opinion of this Lodge 72 Peoceedings in Masonet, The Master & Wardens of the several Lodges are desird to take Notice of this Order at their next Meeting. Wednesday June 24"' 5761. Being the Feast of S' John Baptist Our Eight Worshipful Bro Jeremj' Gridley Esq Grand Master summons* the Brethren to attend him at the Grey Hound Tavern in Eoxbury, where He held a Grand Lodge, & the Day was celebrated as usual — The following Brethren present Eight Worshipful Bro Jeremy Gridley Esq G M. Bro Eobert Jenkins . . D G M Bro Charles Pelham . . S G W Bro Eob' Williams . . J G W - Bro James Forbes ... G T: Bro Edm: Quincy ... G S: Bro John Eowe Bro 'William Coffin Bro John Box Bro C'ha Price Bro Hugh M-^Daniel Bro Belt' Bavard Bro Eich'' Gridlev Bro Tho» Dipper' Bro Heury Leddel Bro Josepii Gardner Bro Sam' Gridley Bro And" Oliver Bro James Otis Bro Arch' M-'Xeil Bro Anth° Bracket Bro Joseph Eussel Bro Tho" Walley Bro John Leveret Bro W'" Lee Perkins Bro Sam' Quincv Bro Ezek' Price Bro Adino Paddock Bro Sam' Holbrook Bro And" M'^kenzie Bro Abraham Savage Feidat July lO*" 5761. At a Quarterly Communication Holden in Boston Present The Eight Worshipful Bro Jeremy Gridlev Esq G M Bro Eobert Jenkins . . . D G M Bro William Coffin . . . S G W Bro Eobert Williams . . J: G W For the Masters Lodge Bro Eobt Williams M ■) Bro Parker S: AV I Presented for Bro Tho' Dipper J: W. ) ExpencCs Charity „ 18 „— For the First Lodge Bro Joseph Gardner M: ) Bro Joseph Eussel S: W. v Bro Tho' Walley J: W. ) £0 „ 10 „— „ 18 „- St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 73 For the Second Lodge Big John Box M. Bro Edm: Qiiincy g: W: .Bro John Box J' . J: W. . 2 ,, 6 ,, 6 ,, ,, 18 ,,- £2 „ 16 „ 6 . 2 „ 14 „— Marblehead Lodge Portsmouth Lodge Halifax Lodge Louisbourge Lodge & Anapolis Lodge. Surrinam Lodge New Haven Lodge Newport Lodge Providence Lodge Maryland Lodge Crown Point Lodge The Lodge being Opend Voted that £3 ,, 17 — Ballance due to Bro Graton for the Dinner upon last S' John Baptist Day be paid by the Treasurer of the Grand Lodge to be refunded by the Money arising out of the Charity in Bro Abraham Savage's Hands late Master of Crown Point Lodge. Friday October 9"" 5761. At a Quarterly Communication Holden in Boston Present The Right Worshipful Jeremy Gridley Esq Bro Robert Jenkins , Bro Charles Pelham , Bro Robert Williams Bro James Forbes . Bro Edm : Quincy . . G: M . . D G M . . SGW . . JGW . . GT . . GS: For the Masters Lodge Bro Robert Williams . Bro Adino Padock . . For the First Lodge Bro Joseph Gardner , Bro Joseph Russel . For the second Lodge Bro John Box . Bro John Box jr The Crown Point Lodge Bro Abraham Savage Presented for Cliarity Expellees Charity M ) presented S. W j for£0,, 18,,- M: ] SW:}- M. 1 J: W. I M) 18„- 18 „- £11,, 19 ,,2 £2„14,,- 11, ,19,, 2 74 Proceedings m Masonet, The Lodge being Opend Voted That the Grrand Treasurer do purchase the newest Book of the Constitutions. Voted That the Masters of the several Lodges do bring a List of the Names of their Members or Visitors that have paid Char- ity since the Institution by the Grand Lodge the Next Quarterly Communication. Voted That for the Future every Master that shall bring Charity to the Grand Lodge Shall Lay before the Lodge a List of the names of those persons who paid Charily with the Sum each Person Subscribed. Voted That the Celebration of the Feast of S' John the Evangelist [be held] & that the Dinner be provided at Bro Ballards. Tuesday, Dec"^ 29"" 5761. S' John the Evangelist Day being on Saturday The Right "Wor- shipful Grand Master appointed this day for the Celebration of the Feast at Bro Ballards at the British Coffee House where He H«ld a Grand Lodge and the Day was spent as usual the Follow- ing Brethren were Present The Right "Worshipful Jeremy Gridley Esq G M : Bro Robert Jenkins . . D G M : Bro Charles Pelham . . S G "W Bro Robert "Williams . J G "W Bro James Forbes . . G T : Bro Edm : Quincy . . G S : Bro Hugh M'^Daniel Bro Anthony Bracket Bro John Rowe Bro William Perkins Bro John Box Bro James Thompson Bro Tho' Dipper Bro Arch' McNeil Bro Andrew Oliver Bro Job "Wheelwright Bro Richard Gridley Bro Joseph Webb Bro Sam' Gridley Bro Tho' Walley Bro Sam' Holbrook Bro Joseph Russel Bro Hen'' Price Bro Joseph Callender Bro Joseph Gardner Bro Abraham Savage Bro James Otis Bro William Torry Bro Henry Leddel Bro Henry Appleton Bro Sam' Quincy Bro James Flagg Bro Samuel Dexter Bro John Salter Bro Ezekiel Price Bro Nath' Abrahams Bro Rich* Billings & Sundry Brethren from other Lodges. Fryday Jans' 8"» 5762. At a Quarterly Communication Holden at Boston St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 75 Present The Right Worshipful Bro Jeremy Gridley Esq G M. Appointed by ^ Bro Eoben Jenkins . . . DGM. the Grand Master ^'°^''';"^^,,. " • ' ^, ^ ^- (^ Bro Robert Williams . . . J G W Unanimously f Bro James Forbes G T ; balloted in \ Bro Edm : Quincy G 8 : presented for Expencee It Charity For the Masters Lodge Bro Joseph Gardner . . M. ") Bro Gibbons . . S : W . . „ 18 ,, — 1 „ 18 ,, 9 J^ro iTiuoons . . o : vv a Bro Joseph Russel . . J : W ) For the first Lodge Bro Abraham Savage . M Bro Tho' Walley . . 8 : W J- . ,, 18 ,, — .. ,, IS Bro Joseph Man . . . J : W For the second Lodge Bro Arch' M-^Neil . . M Bro John Box Jr . . 8 : W ^ . ,, 18 ,, — 1 „ 13 Bro Henry Leddel . . J : W The Lodge being Opend Voted that Bro Robert Jenkins Bro Richard Gridley & Bro M"- Daniel be a Committee for Examining the G Treasurers Accounts & tlie G : Secret}' Bool? of Records & deter- mine what Allowances he shall have for his Services. Voted That Bio Lenox the Toiler have 9 Dollars for his Extra Services the Year past Voted That the Ballance due to Hro Ballard being £6 ,, 2 ,, 4 . at the last Feast be Divided between the Grand Lodge & the first and second Lodge in equal Proportions & the Masters do recommend it accordingly. Voted That Bro Dipper be provided with a Certificate signd by the Grand Officers of the several Offices he has sustained in Masonry & a Recommendation accordingly. paid The Toiler . . £2 ,, 14 ,, — Reckoning . . 2 ,, 2 ,, 1 A List of those Persons who paid Chaiity in the first Lodge, and the Sums they respectively paid the Year last past agreeable to the Vote of last Grand Lodge. See Page 97 Henry Price . . . . £0 ,, 3 ,, Richard Gridley . . . . ,, 6 ,, — Adino Paddock . . . . u 12 ,, — Abraham Savage . . . . • ,, 3 ,, — 76 Proceedings in Masonry, Joseph Russel Joshua Gardner Thomas Fleet Moses Pitcher Joseph Mann Christopher Clarke Thomas Oxuard . £0 „ 1 ,, 6 5) 6 „ — 1) 3 ,, — 55 3 ,, 5, 6 ,, 8 ,, 6 ,, 8 T: Oxnard. [L. S.] Pro'' Q M To ALL AND EVERT Our R' Worshipful, "Worshipful, and Loving Brethren Free and Accepted Masons now residing pr that may hereafter reside in Newport on Rhode Island The Right Wor- shipful Thomas Oxuard Esq — Provincial Grand Master of the Ancient and Honourable Society of Free and Accepted Masons — Sendeth Greeting. Whkreas a Petition sign'd by George Gardner and divers others Free and accepted Masons in Newport aforesaid hath been presented unto us Shewing that Their late Master The R' Worsh' M"' Caleb Phillips lias used the said Lodge unbecoming a Mason by w*hold" from the Lodge our Deputation by him Granted as Master thereof as also the Recoids of said Lodge, w* being the Foundation on which their Lodge is Established the with-holding thereof, has left them in the Utmost Confusion and uncertainty and Whereas the Prayer of said Petition is that we would be pleas'd to nominate & appoint another Master for said Lodge that Masonry may again revive and flourish in those Parts. Now therefore Know Ye That We have nominated Ordaiu'd & appointed & by these Presents do Nominate ordain & appoint Our Right Worshipful and well beloved Brother M' Robert Jenkins to be Master of the said Lodge in Newport and do hereby impower him to Congregate the Brethren together and Form into a Regular Lodge He taking special Care in choosing Two Wardens & other OflScers necessary for the Due Regulation thereof for one Year at the End thereof the Lodge shall have Power to Chuse and Appoint their Master & other Officers & so on aiiually the Master & Wardens for the time being taking special Care that all & Every Member admitted into said Lodge from time to Time have been or Shall be made regular Masons ; and that they Due cause all & Every The Regulations containd in the Printed Book of Constitutions (except so far as they have been alterd by the Grand Lodge at their Quarterly Meetings in London) to be Kept and Observ'd, and also all such other Rules & Listructions as shall from time to time be trans- mitted to them by us or by our Deputys or by the Grand Master St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 77 or his Deputy for the Time being & that they do send annual3' an Account in writeing to us or Our deputy or to the Grand Master or his Deputy for the Time being of the Names of the Members of the said Lodge and their Place of Abode with the Days & Place of Meeting with any other things that they may think proper to Communicate for the Beuefitt of their Lodge and lastly that they do annualy keep or Cause to be Kept tlie Feast of S' John the Evangelist & dine together on that Day or near that Day as shall be Judgd most convinient. Given under Our Hand & Seal at Boston this fourteenth Day of May Anno Domini 1753. and of Masonry 5753. By the Grand Masters Command HdGH M^DANIEL . . D. G. M: Henry Leddel ] In behalf of Ben- y . . S. G. W jamin Hallowell j John Leverett G. S. John Box J. G. "W. A List of those who were made Masons by Abraham Savage Master of the Lodge at Crown Point alias Fort Frederick A D 1759. and of Masonry 5759 Viz' Major John Furnass Cap' Aaron Willard Leiu' John Pell Docf W" Williams Leiu' John Church Leiu' Jon' Showers Cap' James Gray Cap' David Allen Cap' Peter GordeU' Leiu' John Knox Leiu' Patrick West Leiu' Dudley Ash 1 All of His Majestys first or Eoyal Eegiment. A : L : 5760 were made Masons there : Major Sam' Gerrish Leiu' Barzil : Willard M' Samuel Jennison Cap' Job Williams DoefP: G: Kast Leiu' Jer*" Chubbuck Leiu' Jn" Lowder Cap' Jon' Moulton M' Tho' Pay son ' Cap' Sam' Jenks Cap' John Dunlap Leiu' Eben'' Bancroft Leiu' Dnmraer Sewell Leiu' Andrew M"Mullen Leiu' John Fletcher M' John Coleman Cap' Simon Stevens Leiu' Gilbert Dench Ens" William How M'' Benj' Furnass & Leiu' John Vickers of His Majestys 22'^ Eegiment. V8 Proceedings in Masonrx, Elizabeth Town July 28"^ 1762. Eight Worshipfull. I had the honor of receiving both your Letters by the Post. I cannot find that M' Daniel Cos had anything to do with the Province of Marj-land : Upon discoursing with a brother at Phila- delphia about a Year ago, he told that the Lodge at Anapolis in Maryland, was held b}' a Warrant from Boston had many Years ago. And upon the strictest Enquiry I find that M' Daniel Cox Died before 1754 tlie Time you mention. TherefoiS as you was pleased to sa}', that if the Case was so, you would send me a Deputation immediately : and as you wrote nothing about a formality in Obtaining it, I am desired by all those I have Com- municated Your Letter to, to AVrite immediately for a Deputation for myself to be the first Master of the Temple Lodge in Eliza- beth Town N° 1. if you think proper to give it that Name. AVe have had a Petition drawn to You to appoint a Deputy Grand Master of New Jersey : Pray will it be proper, and agreeable to You, to grant such a Deputation? If j'ou Order a Deputation to be sent me, I hope it will be soon : and please to put it under Cover to M'' John Hunt, Post IM aster iu Elizabeth Town, and then it will be not only free of Postage, but Safe : unless our Parson (Chandler) should be in Boston, which I expect he is. Please also to saj- in your Letter what Charge there is attending the Warrant, and it shall punc- tually be sent by the Post with the Thanks of the Lodge. I am, Sir, Your Most Obedient Servant and Brother I am well known by Gov' Bernard. Jonathan Hampton. Jeremiah Gridley Esq' Fhtdat April 9"' 5762. At a quarterly Communication holden at Boston Present The Right Worshipful Jeremy Gridley Esq G : M : Bro Robert Jenkins Bro John Box . Bro Robert Williams Bro James Forbes . Bro Edm'' Quincy D: G: M: S: G: W: J: G: W: G: T: G: S:'' Bro Henry Price. Bro J : O : Speirin Bro Benoit Aquart. For the Masters Lodge Bro Joseph Gardner M : ) Presented for Bro Joseph Russell S : W : t Expencos charity Bro Adino Paddock J : W : ) £ — ,, 18 ,, — 1 ,, 16 ,, 5 For the first Lodge Bro : Abraham Savage M Bro : Tho' "Walley . S : W Bro : Jos : Mann . J : W 18 „ — St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 79 For the second Lodge Bro : Arch' M" Neil M : Bro John Box J-- S : W : Bro:. John Cutler. . J : W : )» 18 ,, „ 14 „- Snrranam Lodge Mary Land Lodge New Haven Lodge Middletown Lodge Hartford Lodge Newport Lodge Expences Providence Lodge Crownpoint Lodge. Marblehead Lodge Portsmouth Lodge Halifax Lodge Louisburge Lodge £4 „ 10 „ 5 2 „ 15 „ 2 Falmouth Lodge. The Lodge being Opend Voted That the Feast of S' John be celebrated Out of Boston if can be accomodated. The Right Worshipf G. M appointed Bro : Joseph Callender Tho' WhaUey Adino Paddock & the G : S : be Grand Stewards for the Feast. Thdrsdat June 24^^ 5762. Being the Feast of S' John the Baptist The Eight "Worshipful Jeremy Gridley Esq' G : Master sum- mond the Brethren to Attend him at the Briltish Coffee House in King street Boston where he held a Grand Lodge & the Feast was celebrated as usual. The following Brethren being Present Eight Worsh' Jeremy Gridley Esq G : M. Bro Robe •t Jenkins . . . D G. M ■ Bro John Box . . . . . S. G. W Bro Eobert Williams . . . J. G. W Bro James Forbes . . . . G: T Bro Edm. Quincy G: S Bro Henry Price Bro Haj-es Bro Arch' McNeil Bro Wheelwright Bro Ab : Savage Bro Johonnot Bro Joseph Gardner Bro Perkins Bro Wynne Bro Hurd Bro Sperin Bro Dupee Bro Sweenj' Bro Torry Bro Spooner Bro Fleet Bro Knight Bro Jennings Bro Furnas Bro Wharton Bro M'^Carthy Bro Edm : Quincy Tert' 80 Proceedings in Masonry, Bro Lamas Bro Eussel Bro Blake Bro Xegns Bro Henchman Bro Box Jr : Bro Williams Bro Jackson Bro Sam' Quincy Bro Tynge Bro Pason Bro Roads Bro Carrol Bro Jos Russell Bro Brown Bro Church Fetdat July 10* 1762. At a Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication Holden at Boston Present Eight Worshipful Jeremy Gridley Esq G M Bro Robert Jenkins . . D G M Bro Johu Box S G W Bro Robert AVilliams . . J G W Bro James Forbes ... G : T Bro Edm'' Quincy . . . G : S : Bro Henry Price Bro Hugh M'Daniel Bro J : G Sperin Bro Lammers. Bro Wynn Bro James Bradford For the Masters Lodge Bro Joseph Gardner M' Bro Joseph Callender S : W Bro Joseph Eussel J : W. presented for Expenccs Charity £0„18„— 0„18„ For the first Lodge Bro Abraham vSavage M Bro Tho' Walley . . S : W Bro Jo : Wheelwright J :W. 1? 18 ,, — 1 ,, 10 ,, — For the Second Lodge Bro Arch' McNeil M Bro John Box . . S : W Bro John Cntler .J:W „ 18 „ li £2„U„1J— 2„8„ 6 Surranam Lodge IMarvlaud d° New Haven d" Middletown d" Hartford d° C'rownpoint d" Newport d° Providence Lodge Marblehead d" Portsmouth d° Falmouth d° Halifax d" Louisburge d" No Persons appeard for those Lodges St. John's Geand Lodge, 1733-92. 81 ■The Lodge being opend Voted That the Quarterly Communication be alterd from the second to the fourth friday in every Quarter for the conveniency of eaoh Lodge. That the Charge of advertizmcnts & Tickets for the Convention of the Grand Lodge S' John Baptist & S' John the Evangelist Days be paid by the Grand Treasurer in Future. Fetday October 22* 5762. At a Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication Holden at Boston Present The Right Worshipfull Bro Jeremy Gridley Esq' G M Bro Robert Jenkins . . . D G M Bro John Box S : W. Bro Eobert Williams . . ,T : W. Bro James Forbes . . . . G T. Bro Edm : Quincy . . . . G S'' Bro Henry Price Bro Richard Gridley For the M" Lodge Bro Jos : Gardner . M ) '^'""=°°<" ^imriiy ' Bro Ja" Thompson . S : W. V „ 18 ,, — Bro Jos Russel . . . J : W. ) For the first Lodge Bro A : Savage . . M. ) Bro W-" Jackson . S W. i „ 18 ,, — £0 „ 12 „ 3 BroNath'Hurd. .J: W. ) For the second Lodge Bro John Box . . M ) Bro . . . Cutler . S : W [ „ 18 „ — 3 „ 14 „ 8 l-»..- T 1, « T. TXT 1 xSro . . . jacKson . j . vv j — 2 „ 14 „— 4„ 6„11 2 „ 14 „ — £7 : : 11 Surranam Lodge Newport Lodge Maryland Lodge Providence ditto Elizabeth Town Lodge Mhead Lodge New Haven ditto • Portsmouth ditto Middletown Lodge Falmouth Lodge Hartford Lodge Halifax ditto Crownpoint Lodge Louisburge ditto No Persons ap- peared In Be- half of those Lodges. 82 Pkoceedings in ^NIasojoiy, A Motion was made by Bro' Price that We Celebrate the Feast of S' Johns Voted that it be Celebrated The Gr** Master appointed Bro' Jenkins, Bro' Box, Bra' Forbes, Bro' Williams & Bro' Quincy a Com'*' to consult the best Method of Celebrating said Feast to make report at the next Masters Lodge. Voted That 10 Dollars be given to Bro Dun by the Grand Treas- urer in Consideration of His Sufferings in a French Prison A List of the Brethren who attended at the Celebration of the Feast of S' John the Evangelist at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in Boston, on Mondaj' December 27, 5762 R Wors : Jeremy Gridley Esq"" G. M. Henry Price Esq' Past G. M. William Lee Perkins, Robert Jenkins D. G. M. John Box S. G. W. Robert Williams J. G. W. James Forbes G. T. John Rowe ") Hugh M'Daniel [ Past G. O. Charles Pelham ) Joseph Gardner M. M. L. Joseph Russel ) ,^, Thomas Walloy J Abraham Savage, M 1" L Joseph Mann i „-, John Joy j Archibsld M'Neil M. 2'^ L. John Cutler 1 . W illiam Jackson j Joseph LigersoU, Robert Rogers, Nathaniel Rogers, Samuel Fitch, John Box jiin"'. Thomas Brown, W' Cap' Doriington, Henrj- Rhodes, William Tyng, William Murray Samuel Blodget, Andrew Cazneau, Benjamin Bainard, Phillip Dumaresq, Jonas Cutler, James Jackson, Adino Paddock, John Wharton, Thomas Pay son, Moses Pitcher, Jonathan Lowder, John Perkins, Thomas Knight, John Furnass, William Spoouer, Christopher Clarke, Nathaniel Hurd, Thomas Fleet. FiiYDAT Jan^ 28* 5763. At a Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication Holden at Boston Present The Right Worshipful Bro Jeremy Gridley Esq G : M. Bro Rob' Jenkins . . D G : M Bro John Box- . Bro Robert Williams Bro James Forbes . Bro Edm* Quincy . S: W J: W G: T. G: S. St. John's. Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 83 Expences Charity For the Masters Lodge Bro Rich" Gridley . . . M"^ _ Bro Joseph Eussel . . . S : W : Bro Tho' Whalley . . . J : W. „ 18„- 1 „ 4„ For the first Lodge Bro Abraham Savage . Bro Joseph Man . . Bro John Joy . . . . J : W M. 8. W. >-0„18„ For the second Lodge Bro John Box . Bro Jn" Cutler . Bro W" Jackson M. . S: W. ;-0 ,, 18 „ . Jr W. 1 „ 8„4 n 18 ,, £2 ,, 14 „ - 3 ,, 10 ,, 4 Surranam Lodge Maryland Lodge Elizabeth Town d" New Haven d° Middletown d" Hartford Lodge Crownpolnt d" Newport Lodge Providence ditto Marblehead ditto Portsmouth ditto Falmouth ditto Halifax ditto Louisburge ditto > No persons ap- pear'd in be- half of those Lodges. The Lodge being Opend The Grand Master appointed Bro John Rowe D G : M. Bro Rob' WiUiams S : G : W & Bro Andrew Oliver J : G : W — Bro James Forbes balloted in G : T. Ihe Grand Master appointed Bro Edm : Quincy G : S. Voted That the Tlianks of the Lodge be given Bro Robert Jenkins for His Past Services during 6 years — Voted that Bro E Quincy G : S : be allowd six pounds for His Services the last year & the G : T is ' hereby orderd to pay him accordingly. Voted That the G : S do write specialy Letters to the several Lodges out of Town, for Charit}'. Bro Row Bro Jenkins & Bro R : Gridley are appointed a Committee to Examine the G : Treasurers Acco" & report accordingly the next Gr'' Lodge, & also to examine the Demands of Bro Stone ab' an After Reckoning April 9* & October 22'' last. Voted That the Toiler be paid 5 Dollars for his Service the last year- Voted That Bro Robert Jenkins, John Row, & Andrew Cazneau have the Thanks of this Lodge for discharging Bro John Endicott from His Confinement having paid for him £7 „ 7 ,, 4 L : M^ Supply by the G : Treasurer. 84 Proceedings in Masoney, Fktdat April 22^ 6763 At a Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication Holden at Boston Present Eight Worshipf Bro Jn° Row D G- M Bro Rich* Gridley S : G : W. Bro John Box J : G : W. Bro James Forbes G : T. Bro Edm : Quincy G : S. For the Masters Lodge Bro Jos : Gardner M : ^ Bro James Thompson S : W ^ Bro Tho" Hayes . . . J: W) Charity none Expences £0 „ 18 „ - For the first Lodge Bro Ab : Savage Bro Jos. Man . Bro John Joy . . M :W W „9 „- Tl 18 11 For the Second Lodge Bro Edm : Quincy M Bro John Cutler S : W Bro AV"' Jackson J : W 1 1, 5 „7 11 18 11 Surranam Lodge Maryland ditto Elizabeth Town d" New Haven Middletown Hartford d° Crownpoint Newport Providence Marblehead Portsmouth Falmouth Halifax Louisburge [ No Persons appeard j for these Lodges. The Lodge being opend Voted that Bro Ballards Bill for the Grand Com'^'' of Charity be paid, viz' £1 ,, 9 ,, Voted that Bro Row Bro Rich'^ Gridley & Broth' Jenkins or either two of them be a Com'" to determine wether the Grand Sect^ ought not to have the 6 £ Voted Him for past Services to Oct" 11'" 1762 Voted that Bro Ab : Savage Bro Cutler & Bro Jackson be a Com""' to determine who wiU entertain the Lodge on S' John Baptist day next. Friday June 24"^ 5763. Being the Feast of S' John Baptist. The Right "Worship' Jeremy Gridley Esq' Grand Master sum- mond the Brethren to attend at the George Tavern where he held St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 85 a Grand Lodge & the Feast was Celebrated in the Usual manner. The following Officers & Brethren being present Eight Worshipful Jeremy Gridley Esq' G : M : Heniy Price P. G. M. Eobert Jenkins P. D. G. M. Robert Williams S. G. W. Hugh M'Daniel J. G. W. James Forbes G. T. William Coffin Joseph Gardner M. M. L. Joseph Eussell 1 -nr ^ t t Thomas Walley j ^ . jj . i.. Abraham Savage M. 1'' L. Joseph Mann ] w. ,stT John Joy 1 W . 1 1.. Edmund Quincy. M 2^ L. John Cutler ) ^ g* L James Jackson ) John Box. Archibald M-^Neill. Ezekiel Price. Samuel Fitch. James Thompson. Edmund Quincy tert' Job Wheelwright. Adiuo Paddock. John Box .Jun'. Thom:is Brown. William Tyng. Thomas Fleet. Christopher Clarke. Daniel McCarthy. Lieu' Burns. William Taylor Levi Willard Daniel Henchman Nathaniel Hurd. Henry Ehodes. James Lang. William Dorrington. C Minot Edward Blanchard J Shepard. Thomas Hase. Levi Jennings. E Clarke. Phillip Dumaresq. Howard Jacobson. Cap' Dunn. Henry Christian Gier. Joshua Gardner. Benjamin Barnard. Edward Church. John Wharton. Andrew Cazneau. William Bayard. Perkins. Moses Pitcher. Frydat July 28"' 5763. Being Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication Holden at Boston Present The Eight Worshipfull Bro Jeremy Gridley Esq G : M. Bro Jn° Eowe . . . D : G : M Bro Eich" Gridley . S : G : W 86 Proceedings in Masonet, Bio Jn° Box . . . J:G W Bro James Forbes . G: T: Bro Edm : Quincy . G S: Expences Charity g.^Jo,, 18 „ „ „ For the Masters Lodge Bro Joseph Gardner Bro Joseph Eussell For the First Lodge Bro Abraham Savage M Bro John Joy . . S : W. }- ,, 18 „ „ 18 „ Bro Jos : Man . .J W. For the second Lodge Bro John Cutler . . M. Bro James Jackson S : W. }• ,, 18 ,, ,, 18 ,, Bro John Box Jr . J : W. Bro Heniy Price. The Lodge being opened The Several Lodges following were called to Attend Surianam Lodge Newport Lodge ' Blaryland d° Providence d° P21izaVieth Town Lodge Marblehead d" ,^ ^^^ , New Haven d° Portsmouth d" ^ ^_? 5^.«.T. ^EP"*^"^ Middletown d° Falmouth d° Hartford d" Halifax d° Crownpoint d" Louisburge d° for these Lodges Tuesday September IS*^ 5763. The Right "Worshipful Grand Master summond a Special Lodge to Consult the Grand OflBcers on Several affairs of Importance when were Present Eight Worsliipful Bro Jeremy Gridley Esq Bro Henry Price Bro Robeit Jenkins D G M Bro H M'baniel Bro Edmund Quincy G. S : Bro John Box Bro John Joy Bro Henry Leddel Bro Joseph Man Bro Abraham Savage Bro Joseph Russel Bro John Cutler Bro James Jackson Bro John Box. Jr. The" Grand Master having Communicated what he thought proper received the Thanks of the Lodge for his especial Care. St. John's Geand Lodge, 1733-92. 87 Monday Oct" 24 5763. At a Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication Holden at Boston Present The Eight Worshipful Jeremy Gridley Esq GM Bro John Rowe . . . D ; :G: M Bro John Box . . . S : G: W Bro Henry Leddel . . J : G. W Bro James Forbes . . G:T • For the Masters Lodge Bro Joseph Gardner M : ) Bro Joseph Russel . S : W j For the first Lodge Bro Abraham Savage M. Bro -John Joy .' . S: W Bro Joseph Man . J : W For the Second Lodge Bro John Cutler M Bro James Jackson S-: W Bro John Box . . J : W The Lodge was opened and the several Lodges within the Grand Masters Jurisdiction were called after w'^'^ the Grand Master ap- pointed Bro Abraham Savage & Jn° Cutler to Consider and Deter- mine on the best Method to Hold the Annual Feasts & Report to him accordingly at the Next Masters Lodge & then was pleas'd to order that the Feast of S' John the Evangelist should be duely Celebrated. Other Business ordered not to be Recorded. Friday October 28'" 1763. Being a Special Grand Lodge Night the Grand Master directed the Grand Secretary to Summon all the Masons in Boston to At- tend him at Concert Hall in Boston : Accordingly the following Brethren met, Viz. — Right Worshipf John Rowe Esq' D. G. M. Bio' Hugh M^Dauiel S. G. W. Archibald M-^Neill, J. G. W. Henry Price, P. G M. James Forbes, G. T. John Box, P. G. O. Edmund Quincy, G. S. Joseph Gardner, M. M. L. Joseph Russell, ) ^ Thomas Walley, j " Abraham Savage, M. 1"- L 88 Proceedings in Masonry, Joseph M John Joy Joseph Mann, ) ^, pi ^ John Cutler, M. 2" L. James Thompson, J. "W. Samuel Holbrook Paul Burbeen John Gould, Moses Pitcher William Burbeck Joseph Callender Andrew M'^Kensie John Perkins Phillip Dumaresq M' Ramsay William Lee Perkins Cap' Newsham L' Sherriff Williafti Murray Thomas Ivers, Richard Salter Thomas Brown, John Box Jun"^ Cap' Prince Levi Jennings Thomas Hase Nathaniel Hurd Jonathan Lowder Thomas Fleet John Blake Samuel Barrett Henry Wells Christopher Clarke William Bayard, Elias Dupee Andrew Johonnott, Hugh Hunter Murtagh M'Carrol Job Wheelwright. The Lodge being opened. It was Voted unanimously that Concert Hall, in which the Brethren are now Assenibled, be Purchased, for the Honour Bene- fit & Convenience of Free Masons at the Rate of Twelve hundred Pounds Sterling, and that a Subscription be immediately put about, to raise the said Sum, towards Purchasing, Furnishing, and other- wise Accommodating the Fraternity for the Future. But M' Stephen Deblois notwithstanding the Foregoing Vote and a Conse- quent agreement with him. Sold the House to M' Nath' Wheel- wright the next Day, whereby the Subscriptions & other Provi- sions made for the Purchase aforesaid became Abortive. To the Great disappointment, as well as Charge of the Brethren in their Meetings about it. — The Expences were as follows. Viz. Edmund Quincy's Bill, for. Lisbou Wine 2 doz-48/ Jamaica Spirit 3 gall' 21/ £3 „ 9 ,, — Loaf Sugar 8|- £7/7|- 10|"=' cheese 8/3-200 Lemmons 36/ 2 ,, 11 ,, lOJ 13 doz. Biscuit 6/8-J Gro Pipes 6/8- 3"" Tobacco 1/9|- 3 W glasses 1/6 ,, 16 ,, 7J Use of 17 Bowles & 33 Glasses ,, 4 ,, 7„ 1 „ 6 / Deduct 14 bottles Returned ,, 3,, 9 £6 „ 17 „ 9 St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 89 John Eowe'sBill for 24 Bottles Medaira Wine 3 ,, 12 „ Stephen Deblois's Bill for 24 Spirma Ceti Candles £0 ,, 14 ,, 4 On October 28'" for 17 Candles in the' Hall, 13 in the Candlesticks, 4 in the Lan thorns, 34 [> ,, 6 ,, 9| in all 5 in the Pound I is 6 pound & 4 | Candles ©1/ J On Nov' 4* for 12 Candles in the' Hall, 12 d° in the Candlesticks, 2 do J- )) 5 ,, 4 in Lanthorns is 26 Candles > for Firing . „ 1 „4 Use of the Hall 2 Nights 1 „16 „ — 3 „ 8 „ 9f Paid Lenox to procure Sundrys- and for his Trouble & Attendance ,, 18 ,, — Paid for Loaf Sugar 2/6 Tobacco 1/ 2J Biscuit 2/ 4f Cheese 6/ 7 J Sieve ll'» 1/4 ,, 12 ,, 8 Rec'^ by Collection in the Hall Paid by the Grand Lodge . Paid by the First Lodge . Paid by the Second Lodge £15,, 4„2J £4 „ 18 „ 8 Si! 2 ,, 9J 2„11 „4f 2 „ 11 „ H 15„4„2^ December 27* 5763. Being the Feast of S' John the Evangelist. Our Right Worshipful! Jeremy Gridley Esq"^ summon'd the Brethren to attend him when he held a Grand Lodge & Celebrated the Day as Usual. Present The Eight Worshipf Jeremy Gridley Esq' G : M. Bro John Eowe D:G:M Bro Richard Gridley . \ C W ■ Bro John Box . . . j ' ' ' Bro Robert Jenkins ^ Bro Henry Price Bro Edmund Quincy G S : 90 Feoceedings in Masonry, Bro Joseph Gardner Bro Abraham Savage Bro John Cutler & 41 other Brethren of Several Lodges Extract of a Letter from the Earl of Elgin and Kincardin Grand Master of Scotland dated Edinburgh 4" June 1762 " The last Reason assign'd by the Lodges in Boston for their unkind behaviour to you, is, that the Right Worshipful Jeremiah Gridley Esq' looks upon your Charter as an infringement of his Province as Grand Master of North America ; it is my Opinion there may be some Mistake in this ; You say he saw. Read and approved of j-our Charter, if he had any Objections, he certainly would have Signified them to You when you Show'd him your Charter ; I am Confident my Right "Worshipful Brother Jeremiah Gridley Esq"^ knows and observes the Principles of Masonry better than to take Offence where there is not the smallest Reason given for it. I do not doubt nor dispute his Authority as Grand Master of all the Lodges in North America who acknowledge the Authority, and hold of the Grand Lodge of England, as he certainly has a Warrant and Commission from the Grand Master of England to that Effect ; The Grand Master and Grand Lodge of Scotland have also Granted Warrant and Commission to our R' Worshipful Brother, Coll" John Young Esq' Constituting and Appointing him Provincial Grand Master of all the Lodges in North America who acknowledge the Authority and hold of the Grand Lodge of Scot- land ; these Coiiiissions when Rightly understood can never Clash or interfere with each other." '' I must observe that you have made a Mistake in Your Address to the Lord Aberdour in giving him the Title of Grand Master of Great Britain ; he granted your Charter as Grand Master of Scotland, he was afterwards Elected Grand INIaster of England, but never had any Right to the Title of Grand Master of Great Britain." "Your Mistake in this may (perhaps) have given Offence to my R' Worshipful Brother Jere- miah Gridle}- Esq' and, if so, it is very proper you should acknowl- edge your being mistaken in this particular : " June 24*^ 5764. Being the Feast of S' John the Baptist. The Right WorshipfuU Jeremy Gridley Esq Grand Master sum- mond the Bretliren to Attend him at the Grey Hound Tavern in Roxbury where was Held a Grand Lodge and the Feast was Cele- brated as usual. Present. The Right WorshipfuU Bro John Rowe Brother John Box Bro Joseph Gardner . Bio Edm: Qulncy D G :M. S: G: W. J: G: w. G: ; S. St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 91 Bro Henry Price Brother Eichard Gridley Bro Arch' M°Neil Bro Belshazar Bayard Bro Abraham Savage Bro Henry Leddel Bro John Cutler Bro Edmund Quincy Tert' Bro Andrew Belcher Bro Hugh Hunter Bro John Joy Bro Joseph Tyler Bro Jos : Barnet Bro Murtagh M'Carrel Bro William Tyng Bro William Hickling Bro John Box J' Bro Lewis Gray Bro Tho' Brown Bro Christopher Clarke Bro Tho' Fleet ' ' Bro William Palfrey Bro J°' Wheelwright Bro Leonard Jarvis Jun : Bro Job Wheelwright Bro Michael Trolett Bro William Lee Perkins Bro Phillip Duraaresq Bro Clarke of Milton Bro William Murray Bro Andrew Cazneau. To the Right Worshipful Colonel Jeremy Gridley, Provincial Grand Master of Masons, for North America, &c. &c. &c. We the undermention'd the Master Wardens & Members of Lodge N° 7. from New York of Free and Accepted Mason's, held in his Majesty's So"" Regiment of Foot, Assembled in due Form, and having, nothing more at heart, than the Advancement and well being of the Craft, do hereby recommend the following Brethren of the Provincial Troops now lying at Crown Point, as highly worthy of Authority from your Worship, for holding a Lodge at Crown Point, or in the Colony of Coonecticutt, their Skill and knowledge in Masonry, We are fully Satisfied with, they having Ardently applied to us to be Tried and Recommended. Lieu' Daniel Moulton : Lieu' Samuel Mott : Doc' Phillip Turner. Master Masons of our Lorige. Together with nine other Brethren belonging to said Troops. Your Worships Compliance with this their Ardent desire, and their Prudent Management, We sincerly believe, will contribute to the Honour and Advancement of the Royal Craft. James Willson Secret^ James Thompson, Master. Alex^ Duncan, master of N° 195 Joseph Stalker \ yf^j.g^Q^g from Ireland, Roy' Artillery Patrick McMullin J P. S. The inclosed Bill is left Blank on Purpose, that the Grand Secretary may insert the Charges, and Receive the Same from the Gentleman on whom it is drawn. The Warrant may be inclosed by way of a Packet, Seal'd and directed to Cap' John Nixon, Com- manding the Massachusetts Troops at Crown Point. Crown Point, 5* March 1762. NB. It doth not appear that any Deputation was ever Granted in Consequence of the above Application, or any Money received by Virtue of the Bill above mentioned. But rather that a Deputa- 92 Proceedings in Masoney. tion was Given to Col Joseph Ingersoll to hold a Lodge there, in lieu thereof. Fridat October 26*^ 5764. Being Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication Holden at Bos- ton at the Brittish Coffee House Present K' Worshipful Jeremy Gridley Bro John Rowe Bro Eob Jenkins Bro John Box . Bro J" Forbes . Bro E Quincy Bro H^ Price For the Masters Lodge Bro R^ Gridley M. Bro T Walley S : W Bro Jos : Man J : W G: M: D : G : M S. G. W J : G : W G:T G: S ExpenceB & Charity For the first Lodge Bro A Savage M Bro Jn° Jov S : W Bro Job Wheelwright . . . J : W For the Second Lodge Bro John Cutler M Bro Jos Russel S : W Bro John Box J-^ . . . . J : W The Lodge being opened : The following Lodges were Called to Attend Surranam Lodge Marblehead Lodge '^ Maryland Lodge Portsmouth d° | Elizabeth Town Lodge Falmouth d° New Haven d° Quebec d° New London d° HaUfax d° Newport d° Louisburge d" Providence d° Newfoundland d° . 18 „ — 0. 18 „- 16 '.No Persons appeard for these Lodges. Voted that a Copy Book be provided by the Grand Treasurer in w'^'' shall be recorded all Letters petitions & Constitutions to and from the Grand Master & this Grand Lodge. December 27* 5764. Being the Feast of S' John the Evangelist. The Right Worshipfull Jeremy Gridley Esq' G : Master sum- moud the Brethren to attend him at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 93 in Boston where was Held a Grand Lodge and the Feast was Celebrated as usual. Present The Right "Worshi pfull Jeren: y Gridley Esq G : M. Bro' John Rowe .... D. G. M. Bro' John Box ■) ^ .^ Bro' Rich^ Gridley. . . . |^="'- Bro" Edm Quincy .... G : S. Rob' Jenkins John Amiel H^ Price Mons' Pourie Arch' M'^Neil Phillip Dumaresq Abraham Savage Edmund Quincy tert' John Cutler Lewis Gray John Joy Shubael Hewes Joseph Man James Jackson The' Walley William Jackson Joseph Gardner William Lee Perkins William Tyng Hugh M'Daniel Andrew Johonnet Thomas Dawes Joseph Goldthwait Seth Blodgett William Charity Elias Dupee Andrew Cazneau John Briant Job Wheelwright John Perkins John Box Jun' Gideon Gardner Samuel Quincy Andrew Lapear Samuel Fitch Christopher Clarke John Blake Expence £19 . 3 . 0| Lawf Money. Jan^ 25"^ 5765 Being Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication Holden at Boston Present. The Right Worsh pfull Jeremy Gridley Esq G : M Bro John Rowe Esq' . . . D G : M Bro John Box . ' . . . . S : G : W Bro Jos : Gardner . . . . J : G : W Brc ) J' Forbes G T : Bro Edm : Quincy . . . . G S : Bro Rob* Jenkins Bro Rich'' Gridley & Henry Price. For the Masters Lodge Bro Arch' M'^Neil M Bro Jos : Man S : W Bro John Joy J : W Charity Expcnces 0„ 18 „ - 94 Proceedings in Masonky, For the first Lodge Bro Ab : Savage M 1 ^ c « n i s Bro An"! Johonnot S W | ^ " " " " ~ " » i» v For the second Lodge Bro John Cutler M ) n i « Bro W- Tyng . . J W [ ",,10,, Bro Eussel T : of 1" Lodge, Bro Tho= Walley, Bro Jn° Box Jr Surranam Lodge Maryland Lodge " Elizabeth Town d° Maiblehead New London Portsmouth Middle Town Falmouth Kewport Halifax Providence Quebec No Officers appeard for these Lodges. The Lodge was opend Voted that the Griind Treasurer who may now or hereafter be Chosen into that office shall give his note of Hjind to the Use of the Grand Lodge for the money deposited in his Hands to the Grand Master or the Deputy Grand Master & the Two Grand "Wardens unless either of those officers for the Time being Shall be chosen Grand Treasurer in which Case it shall be given to the other officers above mentiond. Voted That all Lodges hereafter be called agreeable to the Dates of their Constitution. The Right "WorshipfuU Grand Master appointed the R.W. Bro John Rowe his D : G : Master Bro Andrew Oliver S : G : W. Bro Joseph Gardner J : G : W. Bro James Forbes G : T. Bro Edm : Quincy G:S. Committee appointed to Examine the G : Treasurers acco'' Bro John Rowe Bro Rich"" Gridley. Bro Jos : Gardner Bro Edm : Quincy. Voted That 6£ be presented Bro E. Quincy (or all his Past Services. Voted That Bro" Quincy, Savage & McNeil be a Com'^ to en- quire into Bro Ingersols Dues to the Grand Lodge. Voted That it be Considerd by the Brethren what Methods shall be taken to Raise the Grand Lodge Funds. Voted that the Grand Lodge do pay Brother Blodgets Reckoning & that £3 ,, 16/ be paid as an Extra Expence by the Grand Lodge on the Last S' Johns Meeting. Mem" On the 21" Inst : a Com'"' of Charity met and no Person appeard for Charity. St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 95 D' The Gra^d Lodge Acco' Curr' w"" C John Rowe 1765. To Cash paid Sundry Reckon- ings £ 8 „ 8 „ 7 Dee' 10* ToBallance in my Hands 123 ,, 13 „ 3 1765 Aug' By Cash the Ball" from Bro : J"' Forbes £ 119 „ 17 ,, 10 Dec' 10 By Charity s 9 „ 8 ,, — By the Constitution for Pitt County 2 „ 16 ,, — £ 182 ,, 1 ,, 10 £ 132 ,, 1 „ 10 Interest to be allowed by Bro John Rowe at 6 ,p Cent from the above Date. Attest Edm Qdincy G S : (Copy) '\ Boston Dec' 10* 1765 Abe" Savage >- Errors Excepted John Cutlee ) John Rowe G : T : Apeil 26* 5765. Being Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication Holden at Boston Present. The Right "Worshipful Jeremy Gridley Esq' G : M' Bro John Row D G M Bro Jn° Box S G W Bro Jos : Gardner . . . J G "W Bro Rob Jenkins Bro Richard Gridley Expences Charity Masters Lodge Bro Arctf McNeil . . . . M' ) Bro Jos : Man S : W [■ „ 18 „ Bro Jn° Joy J : W J 1" Lodge Bro Abraham Savage . . M' ) Bro Job : Wheelwright . . S : W. [• ,, 18 Bro Jos : Calender . . . J : W. J 2* Lodge Bro John Cutler . . . . M Bro Sam' Fitch . . . . S : W j. „ 18 „ 6 „ Bro William Tyng . . . 2 11 14 6 £3 11 M : . . • 1 n 16 11 7 Reck« ; £ 1 ,, o ,, 5 96 Peoceedixgs in Masoxbt, Surranam Lodge Maryland Lodge Eliz' Town Lodge New Haven Lodge Hartford Lodge Middlelown Lodge Providence Lodge Quebec Lodge Newport Lodge Crownpoint Lodge Marblehead Lodge Portsmouth Lodge Falmouth Lodge Halifax Lodge Louisburge Lodge No persons appeard for these Lodges The Lodge opend Voted that the Several Masters & Wardens of the Lodges in Boston do meet & Consider what is necessary to be done for the Good of Masonry & to report to the Grand Lodge in July next. The Grand Master appointed Bro John Joj- John Bos J"' Thomas Walley and Joseph Eussel Stewards for the Feast of S' John. June 24* 5765. Being the Feast of S : John Baptist was Celebrated at the House of Bro Gardners at Roxbury b3' order of the Right Worshipful Bro Jeremy Gridley Esq' in the usual Manner. FfirDAT July 26'" 5765. Being Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication Held at Bos- ton at the Royal Exchange Tavern Present The Right Worshipful Jeremy Gridley Esq' G. M Bro John Row D G. M Bro John Box S G : W Bro .Joseph Gardner J : G :W Bro Edm : Quincy G S'' Bro Rob' Jenkins Bro Hen'^ Leddel Masters Lodge Bro Arch' McNeil'. Bro John Joy . . Bro Joseph Man . Expeaces M S: W).0„18„ J W Charity 1" Lodge Bro Abraham Savage Bro Job : Wheelwriglit Bro Andrew Johonnot M S:\V^O„ 18„ J w. St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 97 2* Lodge ■ Bro John Cutler Bro Sam' Fitch Bio W" Tyng The Lodge was oiiened Surranam Lodge Maryland Lodge New Haven d" Middletown d° Hartford d° Crownpoint d" Newport d° Providence d" Marblehead d° Portsmouth d° Falmouth d° Halifax d° Louisburge d" Waterbury d" M S: W^0„ 18„— „6 „ J:W. 2 „14„ )5 6 )» £3 ,, Reckg 2 „ £1 ^No persons appeard for these Lodges. . Feydat October 25"' 5765. Being Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication Held at the Royal Exchange Tavern Boston The Right Worshf G M : & D : G :'M being absent, The Right Worshipf the Late D : G : Master assumed the chair being Present Bro Hugh M'Daniel Bro John Box S : G : W : Bro. Jos : Gardner J : G : W : Bro Edm : Quincy G : S : For the Mnsters Lodge Bro Arch' McNeil M Bro Jos : Man S & J For the first Lodge Bro Ab : Savage. M Bro J" Wheelwright S: W: Bro Jos : Calender J: W: w Expences ,, n 0„18 charity For the Second Lodge Bro John Cutler. Bro Rob : Jenkins Bro B7 Leddel The Lodge being Opend Surranam Lodge Maryland Lodge Elizabeth Town ditto M Newport Lodge Providence Lodge Marblehead ditto 98 Peoci:edin6S in Masonry, New Haven d° Hartford d" Middletown Lodge Bro Ediii : Waterburv Lodge Louisburge Lodge Falmouth ditto Quincy appear'd and paid. Halifax Lodge Quebec ditto Voted That the Letter from the Lodge at INliddletown directed to the Grand Master and one other Letter to Bro : Quincy G- : S : be recorded in the G : Lodge Books, deput" him to appear for their Lodge at all Communications. Voted That Bro" >Savage Cutler M'Neill Gardner & Bro Leddell be a Committee to inspect the Grand Treasurers Account for the year pa>t. Voted the Feast of S' John the Evangelist be Celebrated on Dec 27"^ Voted that the Commitees of the G : Lodge Masters Lodge first & second Lodges do meet together after the third Wednesdaj- in November next to adjust their Acco" where the Grand Master shall direct. Middletown Aug' il** 5765 : Right "Worsbipfull We received Brother Quiucys of the 22* July last by your Wor- ships Order, desiring Onr Attendance at the Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication ; at Boston the fourth Friday of October next, but the distance we are from you is so great as to render it prejudicial to Our Several Employs to attend at Quarterly Com- munications, have thought proper to appoint our Worthy Brother Edmund Quincy Jun' to represent us at them which doubt not your Approbation of to whom We have Sent our Charitj- for the Relief of Poor Brethren l)y Brother Sage We are Right Worsliipful with the Greatest Esteem your Wor- ships Most Obedient & most Hum' yerv". George Phillips M : Comfort Sage S : W : RiCHAKD Alsop J : W. TiJioTHT HiERLiTRY Sec'y Middletown, 21" Aug' 6765. Worthy Brother We receivd yours of 22* July last with Orders from The Right Worshf Jeremy Gridley Esq' Grand Master of North America to Attend the Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication at Boston on the 4* Fryday of October next, but the Distance we are from you is so gieat as to render it prejudicial to Our Several Emploj's to attend the Quarterly Communications and not doubting of your good Will to serve us, have taken the Freedom to ehuse You to represent Our Lodge at said Meetings, and perswade Our St-Ives youl not Refuse Our Request ; Please to deliver the Knclosd at St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 99 next Quarterly Communication togeather with Half a Guinea for our Charity by Brother Sage, and Assure your Self we shall always be Glad of Oportnnitys to Convince you how much We are your Well Wishers Friends and Brothers — George Phillips M : Comfort Sage S. W : Timothy Hierlitry, Sect'y Rich" Alsop J : W : To Bro. Edm. Quinoy, Jun' Prince Town New Jersey Sep' 24"" 17C5. Eight Worshipfull. Whereas we the Subscribers being desirous of being formed into a regular and lawful Lodge, do now make Application to you for a Warrant to Constitute the same, also to appoint the first Master which I nominate Richard Stockton of the said Place ; Pray let it be seat by the bearer of this, safely enclosed, and the said bearer will Satisfy you for the same. NB : let it be nominated S' Johns. Pray Sir, (if you can con- veniently) , empower us to give Warrants for the Constituting of Lodges. Richard Stockton Atjgustds Diggens j Oliver Elsworth Theodrick Romeyn Sovereign Sybrandt Benjamin Heins Solomon Kellogg To Jeremiah Gridley Esq' A List of those Brethren who celebrated the Feast of S' John the Evangelist at the Bunch of Giapes Tavern in Boston, on Friday December 27. 6765. R' Wors' Jeremy Gridley Esq' G. M. John Rowe Esq' D. G. M. John Box S. G. W. Joseph Gardner J. G. W. Hugh M"=Daniel. Richard Gridley. Abraham Savage M. M. L. John Joy I W^M L Job Wheelwright j Lewis Gray W : 1" L. John Cutler, M. 2* L. Thomas Brown ) W" 2. L. John Box jun' Archibald McNeill, Thomas Knight. Thomas Walley, Francis Welch. James Otis Esq' Benjamin Jackson. Joseph Russell. Ezekiel Hersey, 100 Peoceedings in Masonev, Samuel Swift. Samuel Banett W Guthrie Purser of M of War Philip Dumaresq. Christopher ClarUe. Hugh Hunter. A French Gentleman Another Ditto. Cap' Spear. Benjamin Loring. John Briant Benjamin Barnard. Seth Blodgett. Samuel Blodgett. John Pieuiont. Samuel Bradlej'. Shubael Hewes. Frtday January 24* 57G6. Being Grand Lodge or Quarterly- Communication Holden at Boston, Present Eight Worshipful Jeremv Gridley Esq"^ G : M : Bro John Rowe EsV . . . D : G : M : Bio John Box S : G : W ■ Bro Jos : Gardner Bro Edm : Qiiincy Bro W" Jackson Bro John Box J-^ Bro Tho= Walh-y Bro liodge & to IMasonry. The Grand Master appointed Bro Rowe his D : G : 31 : for the year ensuing. St. John's Grakd Lodge, 1733-92. 101 Voted nnanimonsly that Jolm Rovve Esq' be trpasurer of this Grand Lodge for the year ensuuio;. The Graud Master appointed Bro Edmund Qniucy G : S'^ The Grand Master appointed Bro Joseph Gardner S : G : W : and Brother Archibald McNeil J : G : W : Mess Samuel Barret Ezra Collings William Palfrey Sara' Danforth .Ir & .Joseph Warren as a Cofnittee from S' Andrews Lodge so call'd was Admitted into the Grand Lodge, and presented their Petition w'^'' was read together with a Letter from the Graud Sec'^' of the Grand Lodge in Scotland to the S"* S' Andrews Lodge which highly reflected on Right Worshipful Grand Master. Voted therefore that this Lodge do adjourn to Monday the 27"" Instant to consider of those Matters. At an adjournment of the Grand Lodge from Fryday Jan^ 21"' to January 27"' 5766. Present Right Worshipfull Jeremy Gridlev Esq' G : M : Bro Hugh M'baniel P : D : G : M : Bro Rob' Jenkins P : D : G ; M : Bro Joseph Gardner S : G : W : Bro Arch' McNeil J : G : W : Bro Edra : Quiucy G : S : Bro Abram Savage M : of the Masters & P' Lodge Bro Jackson . . . M : of the 2'^ Lodge Bro Christ" Clark Bro Lewis Gray Bro .Job : Wheelwright Bro John Joy Bio Richard Gridley Bro William Jackson Bro Henry Leddel Bio Tho' Brown Bro Tho' Walley The Lodge being Opend Voted That Isaac Decdster, David Flagg, George Graham, George Lowdiit, George Bray, Geoige Hodge, Henry Ames-, Wil- liam Burheck & James Tourner the persons named as Free & Accepted Masons in the Constitutions of a Lodge called S' Audrews Lodge in Boston in New England by the Grand jMuster of Scotland were not at the Time of their Application for it, or at the Date of said Constitution free and Accepted Masons. Voted That the aforesaid Application as free and Accepted Masons was an Im])osition on the Grand Lodge of Scotland. Voted That the aforesaid Persons who petitiond foi' the said Constitutions and sdl persons who have since been added to them in their Fraternity are Irregular Masons. Voted That it appears from the Records of this Grand Lodge that Several of the Members of tlie said irregular Lodge have at 102 Proceedings est Masonry, different times apply'd to this Grand Lodge for Liberty to Visit the Lodges under our Jurisdiction and have for said Irregularity been Tefused this Liber tj- and further that all the Members of our Lodges have been prohibited by Vote of this Grand Lodge to Visit said Irregular Lodge. Voted therefore that the Free and Accepted Masons under this Jurisdiction cannot Visit said Fraternity according to a Request of their Committee in Writing Dated the 24"" January Instant. Voted that the aforesaid Votes be recorded in the Grand Lodge Books and that a Copy of the Same be given to the Committee of the Fraternity above mentiond when demanded. Voted that the Grand Master be desird by the first oportunity to ti-ansmit to the Grand Master of England a Copy of the above Votes. Voted that the petition of S' Andrews Lodge so called be recorded which is as follows. Eight TVorshipfull Grand Master Eight Worshipf Deputy Grand Master & Wpfull Wai-dens & Other Grand Officers of the Grand Lodge of S' .Johns in Grand Lodge Assembled As Harmony and Sincere Friendship are ornaments which add the (Greatest Lustre to ilasoury, the Lodge of S' Andrew being assembled for the purposes of promoting Brotherly Love and Unity Have unanimously Voted that the Compliments of this Lodge should be presented to the Eight "Worshipful! Grand Mas- ter of Jsorth Amerien, the Eight "Worshipful Deputy Grand Master Grand Wardens & all the Brethren holding under them desiring their Company at the Lodge of S' Andrew whenever it may be agreable to them and that there may be a happy Coalition. Boston Jan^ 24'" 5766 | Samuel Barret Ezra Collins William Palfret Sam'- Danforth Jr Joseph Warren Com'^ Frtdat April 25"* 5766. Being Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication Holden at the Roval Exchange Tavern Boston Present. Eight Worshipful Jeremy Gridlev G : M : Bro John Rowe Escf D G : :M : Bro Joseph Gardner S : G : W : Bro Arch' M-^Neil . . J. G : W : St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 103 For the Masters Lodge Bro Ah ram Savage Bro John Joy . Bro Job : Wheelwright For the first Lodge Bro Tho' Walley Bro John Box . Bro Jos Russel . ]\j[^ \ Expencea Charity S W ( ,, 18 ,, J w M: SrW }• „ 18 „ 6/ J: W For the second Lodge Bro John Cutler Bro 8am' Fitch . Bro W" Tyng . M: S: W: }• ,, 18 „ 6/ J: W: ^ 11 !■* 5' 11 1^ 11 Bro Robert Jenkins Bro Richard Gridley Bio John Box Surranam Lodge Maryland Elizabeth Town Middletown d° Bro E Quiney New Haven Hartford d" Waterbury d" Bro Henry Leddel Bro H^ Price Bro James Jackson. Newport Providence Marblehead Portsmouth Falmouth Halifax Quebec The Lodge being opend Upon the petition of Bro John Vreden for Charity it was Voted that the Grand Treasurer is hereby empowered to send said Bro Vreden 5£ L : M^ taking His Note of Hand for the Same payable to himself or Order A motion was made by Bro Rowe D G : M t that a Com""= from S' Andrews Lodge so called was waiting below to present some Votes from said Lodge which being read the Following Votes passd Viz' Voted That this Lodge will Consider of their Votes. On a Message from S' Andrews Com''^" to be heard on some especial matters, Voted that Bro Richard Gridley Bro Joseph Gardner Bro Ab : Savage, Bro Edmund Quiney G S : Bro Thomas Walley Bro John Joy, Bro John Cutler be a Committee from this Lodge to meet said Com'" of Said S' Andrews Lodge to hear what the\- have further to Offer on Monday next at this House at 6 oClock P ■ M : Voted That this Grand Lodge do meet on their adjournment to Fryday Evening next at 6 oClock P : M : precisely. Voted that the Feast of S' John Baptist be Celebrated on 24"' June. 104 Proceedings in Masoxrt, The Grand Master appoints Bio Savage Bro Cutler Bro Russel & Bro "Walley Stewards for Holding the Feast of S' John Baptist and Such other Brethren as they think necessary to Assist them. Fktdat May 2" 57Gfi. At an adjournment of the Grand Lodge from Fryday April 25"^ Present. The Right Worshipful Jeremy Gridley i:sq' G : M' Bro John Rowe Esq' D : G : M : & G : T : Bro Edmund (^uincy . . . . G : S : Masters & Wardens of the blasters Lodge Masters & AVardeus of the first Lodge Master- & Wardens of the Second Lodge & the following Brethren Viz' Brother Robert Jenkins, Hugh M'Daniel, Jolm Box, Richard Gridley Henry Leddel Joseph Gardner ct William Jackson. The Lodge being Opend The Votes of the Grand Lodge on January 24* & 27"' & April 2.V'' were Read by the (r : Sec* & the Committee appointeil by the ( I land Lodge on April 2)"' after Two several Meetings of said Com'"'' made Report to the Grand Lodge by their Chairman whereupon the following Votes pass'd. [See p. 106.] Voted that the Grand Lodge do return the Said CoiSittee their Thanks for their Cai e and Fidelity. A'oted that the Expences of said Coiiiittee be paid by the Graud Treasurer. Voted the Report of the Committee be Recommitted for some further additions against the Meeting of the Nest Grand Lodge ill Case the Whole of said Com'™ can attend it. [Proceedings of St. Andrew's Lodge. See report of Grand Lodge committee, pp. 106 et seg.] Boston Februar3' 13. 5766. Being S* Andrews Lodge Night, the Committee appointed by said Lodge, to present their Complimeniary Address to the Grand Lodge in Boston, made Report of their Proceedings, and delivered into the hands of the Secretary a Copy of the Votes which the aforesaid Grand Lulge hud passed on that Occasion, which Votes being Rjad in the Lodge, it was Voted, that the Consideration of said Votes should be deferr'd until some future Opportunity. Boston April 10, 5766. Being S* Andrews Lodge Night, the Votes of the Grand Lodge pass'd January 27''' 5<()G were Ordered to be again Read, which being done, the folhjwing Votes were unanimously pass'd by thirty- four Brethren then Present. Viz' St. John's Grand Lodge, -1733-92. 105 1" Voted, that the first Vote of the Grand Lodge, which asserts that " Isaac Decoster, David Flagg, George Graham, George " Lowditt, George Bray, George Hodges, Henry Emmes, and " James Turner, the Persons named, in the Constitution of a " Lodge, called S' Andrews Lodge in Boston, were not at the "Time of their Application, or at the Date of said Constitution, " Free and Accepted Masons," Is Erroneous and Contains its own Refutation. 2" Voted, thnt, the second Vote of the said Grand Lodge which Asserts that the aforesaid Application was " an Imposition on the Grand Lodge of Scotland " is at least a Mistake ; the Truth being as follows : Our Worshipful Brother James Logan, who had been Master of a Lodge in Scotland, and a Member of the Grand Lodge there, was, when in Boston, A L. 5754, perfectly informed of the Manner and Circumstances by which the Persons aforesaid became Acquainted with the Mysteries of Masonry, and was desired upon his return to Scotland, truly to Represent their Difficulties to the Grand Lodge of Scotland, and to endeavour to procure for them a Charter : The Grand Lodge of Scotland finding from the Relation given by our Brother Logan, that a Number of Persons in Boston intrusted, with the Secrets of Masonry, were, notwithstanding their repeated Application refused Admittance into the Regular Lodges in said Boston ; the said Grand Lodge in their great Wis- dom, thought fit to Grant them a Charter of New Erection, with Ample Priveleges, thereby manifesting their Approbation of them, as Free and Accepted Masons. 3'' Voted . that it appears from the fourth and fifth Votes of the Grand Lodge, that the Members of S' Andrews Lodge, have acted consistant with their Character as Masons, in their Application to the Grand Lodge, for Liberty to Visit the Lodges under their Jurisdiction, and that the Conduct of said Grand Lodge inrefu^ng them, and prohibiting their Members from Visitiug the Lodge of S' Andrew, was directly Subversive of the Principles of Masonry. 4"^ Voted, that the Lodge of S' Andrew, have in Time past, shewn all due Respect and Regard to the Members of the Grand Lodge in Boston, and to the Brethren under their Jurisdiction, and that their future Behaviour shall ever demonstrate their Affection for them, and their determim-d Resolution to embrace every Method, consistant with the Good of Masonry aud their own Honour, to promote a Social Intercourse with Persons whom they so highly Esteem as Brethren and P^iiends. 5"" Voted, that the aforesaid Votes of the Grand Lodge, and the above Votes of this Lodge, Ipe Recorded in the Books of this Lodge. 6"' Voted, that a Copy of the Complimentary Address, from this Lodge to the Grand Lodge in Boston togather with the Votes of said Grand Lodge in consequence of said Address, and the above Votes, be Transmitted to the Grand Lodge in Scotland, by the first Oppertunity. 106 Peo'ceedings in Masonry, 7"" Voted, that Brothers, William Burbeck, Samuel Barrett, Moses Deshon, Ezra Collins, William Palfre}', Samuel Danfortli jun'^ and Joseph Warren, be a Committee to Present the aforesaid Votes to the Grand Master and Grand Lodge in their next Meet- ing. Moses Deshon William' Bdkbeck A true Copy from Samuel Barrett the Original Ezra Collins William Palfrey Abb"" Savage, Gr See^ Samuel Danforth Jun^ Joseph Warren a o To the Right Worshipful Grand Master, Deputy Grand Master, Grand Wardens and Members of the Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons, held at Boston for all North America, where no other Grand Master is appointed. Whereas on Friday the 25"' of April 5766 (being Grand Lodge Night) a Committee from the Lodge (commonly called S' Andrews Lodge,) Sent up to said Grand Lodge, a Number of Votes, passed in their said Lodge, the 10* of April last, and at the same Time requested to be admitted, to communicate something further Viva Voce, to the said Grand Lodge. Whereupon the said Votes were Read and were found to be Couched in very disrespectful! Terms, in several Parts'of them to a Grand Lodge, and some of their Asser- tions, wholly Ambiguous : It was then Moved, whether the said Committee should be admitted into the Grand Lodge, to explain those doubtful Parts of their Votes, and to deliver what they had further to Offer to the Grand Lodge : Upon the Question being put, it passM in the Negative, as being inconsistant with tlie Votes of tne Grand Lodge of January 27'"" last passed. A Motion was then made, that a Committee be appointed, out of the ^Members of the Grand Lodge, to Confer with said Commit- tee, relating to the Premisses, and to enquire into the State of the differences subsisting between the said Grand Lodge, the Lodges Subordinate lo it, and the said S' Andrew's Lodge ; which Motion being seconded, the Grand Lodge were pleased to make choice of us the Subscribers to be their Committee for the Purposes aforesaid, who agreed to meet the other Committee at the Royal Exchange Tavern on Monday the 28"' of April last, and the Grand Lodge adjourned to Friday the 2^ of May instant, to receive their Report. The two Committees having met accordingly, the Chairman of the Grand Lodge Committee having opened the Business for which they had met, the first Question was, what the S' Andrews Lodge Committee had to communicate to the Grand Lodge, that the}' desired admittance, as before mentioned? To which one of them replied that, they as a Committee, thought that there were some Expressions in the Votes of S' Andrews Lodge, which they St. John's Geand Lodge, 1733-92. 107 thought too harsh, and that they were willing, Viva voce, to soften those Terms, to shew they did not fail in the Respect that was due to the Grand Lodge ; Then, they reiterated their fromer Address to the Grand Lodge of January 24"' last, which brought on a long Argument, wherein all the Grand Lodge's Objections to them for the irregularity of their Beginning and subsequent Proceedings were fully Urged, and their Vindication of themselves was as strongly Opposed to those Objections : — At last this Question was put to them, what they had to Propose to the Grand Lodge, to bring about the Accommodation they so much desired ? for the Language of the Constitutions for irregularities, was SUBMISSION ! To which they replied, as follows, and desired to be Minuted. Viz. 1'' The Committee from S' Andrews Lodge moving to be admitted into the Grand Lodge, held last Friday Night, was to explain and soften the Terms of their Votes of April 10* 5766. 2* They also acknowledge in behalf of said Lodge, that all the Proceedings of those Persons before their application for a Consti- tution from the Grand Master of Scotland were irregular and wrong ; but are fully of Opinion, that the Proceedings of said S' Andrews Lr)dge after their Constitution, has been Regular and Just ; And that although they before their Constitution were irreg- lar, yet the Grand Master of Scotland has a Power of Dispensation, and can make irregular Masons, Regular. Therefore they think themselves Regular. 3* They also propose and desire to be admitted to Visit our Lodges, and that our Lodges Visit them, and that there may be a Union of Love and Friendship between the several Lodges. Upon which your Committee after mature Deliberation, of their Votes presented last Grand Lodge Night, and the Minutes which they desired us to make of their Concessions &c. at their Meeting with us ; and after largely discoursing upon tlie Affair with said Committee, came to the following Determination. 1" That their explanation of the first Vote of the Grand Lodge, Viz. " that it is erroneous and contains its own refutation " is not Satisfactory to us, although they think the day th^ir Constitution bore date, their Power commenced : Our opinion is their Power could not Commence before the Receipt and Possession of said Constitution. 2^ Their Answer to our second Vote, wherein they say, " it is at least a Mistake," we would observe, they produce no Copy of any Application, but declare the Grand Master of Scotland was duly informed of their being irregular Masons, and that Decoster had applied to us for admittance into the Lodge, but was refused, only by two Votes, upon which the rest dispair'd of gaining Admittance among us ; Therefore, it appears to us not improbable, but the Grand Master of Scotland might know their Circumstances. 3'* Their third Vote which says " that it appears from the fourth " and fifth Votes of the Grand Lodge, that the Members of S, "Andrews Lodge, have Acted Consistant with their Character as 108 Proceedings in MASoxpa', " Masons, in their Application to the Grand Lodge, for Liberty to " Visit the Lodges under this Jurisdiction. — " and that the Con- " duct of said Grand Lodg^ in refusing them, and prohibiting " their Members from Visiting the Lodge of S' Andrews was directly' " Subversive of the Principles of Masonry." — It is our Opinion the first part of the above ^'ote is Premature, they not considering the Laws of Masons require irregular Masons to make a proper Submission, before they can be received. — The last part is disre- spectful and Injurious to this Grand Lodge, and discovers they were unacquainted with the Laws and Principles of Masomy. — 4"' We are glad to find by their fourth Vote that "it is their " determined Resolution to embrace every Method, consistant with " the good of Masonry and their own Honour to promote a Socijil " intercourse with Persons who they so highly Esteem as Brethren " and Friends." And we doubt not the Lodges under this Juris- diction will ever Shew as great a Zeal to promote Love and Friend- ship, and the Principles of Masonry, as any Lodge Whatever. AH which is Offered to this Grand Lodge for their Considera- tion. Boston May 2'" 170 6. Richard Gridlet Edmund Quixct Jun^ John Cutler Joseph Gardner Thomas Walley John Jot. NB. Bro' Abraham Savage was Absent at giving in the above report, he being another of tlie Committee. Friday July 2.5, 5766. Being Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication, in Course It was thought Elspedient by the Grand Master & Grand Officers, not to summon the Members to Attend, as no Special Business was before them, and the heat of the Weather would make their Meet- ing verj' inconvenient and uncomfortable. At the Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication held at the Royal Exchange Tavern in Boston, on Fridaj' 24"' of October 5766. Present. R' Worshipf Jeremy Gridley Esq"" Grand Master Henry Price Esq' Past Gr. jNIaster John Box ) Sen' Gr. Warden pro Archibald McNeill j Jun' Gr. Warden James Jackson Gr Sec'-'' protemp Richard Gridley Esq' past Gr Warden St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 109 For the Master's Lodge Abrahfim Savage Master ) John Joy ) xy ^ [ brot Expences £ „ 18 ,, — Job Wheelwright | "''^™ens ^ For the first Lodge James Jackson Master pro-temp" bro'Expeuces — ,, 18 ,, — For the Second Lodge John Cutler Master Samuel Fitch | hardens f" bro' Expences — „ 18 ,, William Tyno £2 „ 14„ - Eeckoning 1 ,, 13 ,, 7 J Paid the Treasurer £ 1 ,, ^JiJ Portsmouth Lodge Halifax Lodge Charlestowu So Carolina Lodge Marblehead Lodge Antigua Lodge Norwich Lodge Annapolis Eoyal, Lodge Salem Lodge Newfoundland Lodge, Virginia Lodge Newport R. Island Lodge, Surrinam Lodge Annapolis in Maryland Lodge S' Christophers Lodge Newhaven Lodge Barbadoes Lodge | New London Lodge, Elizabeth Town Lodge Middletown Lodge, Hartford Lodge Crown Point Lodge Waterbury Lodge Providence. R Island Lodge Falmouth Lodge Louisburgh Pitt County N. Carolina Lodge Masters Lodge at Newport Newbury Lodge Quebeck Lodge, St John's Newfoundland Lodge. No Persons appeard for those Lodges Voted, That upon the Settlement of the Grand Treasurer's Acct' that he be desired to give his Note of hand for the Ballauce, to the Grand blaster and Grand Wardens for the Time being. Voted, that there be a C-ommittee to Settle with the Grand Treas' the Lodges Ace'' and that Bro" Richard Gridley, John Box & Abr™ Savage be the Committee. Voted that the Feast of S' John the Evangelist be celebrated on Tuesday the 30"' of December next, Voted that Bro" Abr"' Savage, John Cutler, Joseph Gardner, Archibald McNeill, & Thomas Walley be a Committee to agree for and Regulate the same. 110 Proceedings in Masoney, Tuesday December 30* 5766. Being the day kept for the Celebration of the Festival of S' John the Evangelist, the same was duly observed at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in Kings Street Boston by the follovsfing Brethren. [Names Omitted.] Expence at £3 ,, 12 ,, T' each amounted to £128 ,, 9 ,, 6. Friday January 23* 5767. At the Grand Lodge or Quarterly Comihunication held at the Eoyal Exchange Tavern in Boston. Present, R' "Worshipful Jeremy Gridley Esq' Grand Master Richard Gridley Esq' 1 , ^ ^^v, John Box . ... I V^^^ G'" Officers Joseph Gardner | ^ w,„^„„, Archibald M'NeiU | ^'^ waraens. For the Masters Lodge ^^p JoliD Cutler Master ") John Box Jim' ] -,tt j ^ >■ p'd £0-18 — John Box Jim' ) -itt i William Tyng } hardens pro-temp For the first Lodge Abraham Savage Master, & Gr Sec- ) retary I o : 18 — Benjamin Loring, Warden j For the second Lodge Samuel Fitch Master ) William Jackson Warden pro-temp J Reckoning Paid the Gr Tieas' Portsmouth, N. Hampshire Lodge. Quebeck Lodge. Charlestown, So. Carolina Lodge. Newbury Lodge. Antigua Lodge. S' John's N. foundland Lodge. Annapolis Royal Lodge. Marblehead Lodge. Newfoundland Lodge. Norwich Lodge. Newport R. Island Lodge. Salem Lodge. Halifax Lodge. . Virginia Lodge. Annapolis in Maryland Lodge. Surrinam Lodge. : 18 — £2 1 : 14 : 15 :8i £0 : 18 3J St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. Ill Newhaven Lodge. . S' Christophers Lodge. New London Lodge. Barbadoes Lodge. Middletown Lodge. Elizabeth Town Lodge. Crown Point Lodge. Hartford Lodge. Providence Lodge. Waterbury Lodge. Louisburgh Lodge. Falmouth Lodge. Masters Lodge at Newport. Pitt County N. Carolina Lodge. R' Worshipful Bro' John Rowe, Dep Gr. Mastef, appeared in the beginning of the Evening, and Opened the Lodge, in the Absence of the Gr Master, who afterwards came, and presided the remain- der of the Evening. The Gr Master Nominated and appointed the R' Worsh' John Rowe Esq'' to be Deputy Grand Master of N. America, for the Year ensuing. Also Nominated the aforesaid Bro'Rowe, to be Grand Treasurer for the Year ensuing, who was Balloted for in the usual manner and unanimouslj' Chosen. Also appointed the R' Worshipf Abraham Savage Master of the first Lodge, to be Grand Secretary for the Year ensuing. Also appointed the R' Worshipf Archibald McNeill, Junior Grand Warden the Year past, to be Senior Grand Warden for the Year ensuing. Also appointed the R' Worshipf John Cutler, Master of the Masters Lodge, to be Junior Grand Warden for the 'Year en- suing. , Also appointed Bro' Bartholemew Green to be Tyler to this Grand Lodge for the Year ensuing. Voted, that the officers of the several Lodges, within this Juris- diction, be desired whenever they come to Town to wait on the Gr Secretary for his directions in the business of Masonry, and that the Secretary Signify to them this Resolution of the Gr. Lodge, and remind them of the Charity they should contribute to the Gen' Fund. Ordered that the Grand Treasurer pay to Bro'' Seth Blodget the Sum of One Pound, three shillings & two pence one farthing Law- ful Money,, for Sundry Expences at his House, of a Committee of a Grand Lodge, wlio had several Conferences with a Committee of S' Andrews Lodge. Being the proportion the Grand Lodge should pay. (Viz. one third of the whole) the first and second Lodges each to pay the like Sum. Friday, April 24 5767. At a Grand -Lodge or Quarterly Communication held at the Royal Exchange Tavern in Boston. Present R' Worshipful Bro' John Rowe Esq"' Dep Gr Master & Gr Treas' Bro' Archibald M'^Neill Sen Gr Warden 112 Proceedings in ^Masonry, Bro'' John Cutler, Jun' Gr Warden & Mas of Mast' Lodge. Bro' Robert Jenkins past Dep Gr !Mas' Bro' John Box past Gr AVarden. Bro' Eiehard Gridley Ditto. Bro' Abraham Savage, Gr. Sec*^ For the Masters Lodge Bro' Joseph Russell. Master pro : temp | Bro' Job Wheelwright ) ^y^^^^^^ \ Bro' John Box, Jun' pro- J J For the first Lodge Bro' Thomas Walley, JMas' pro- Bro' Beniamin Lorino; ) __ . „ , T 1 T ° > W ardens Bro' John Joy ■'^j , -■-. — J Exp" For the second Lodge Bro' Samuel Fitch Bro' Thoma Bro' John Master las Brown 1 -^r^ , ; E Bradford {hardens) Exp-^ Reckoning Paid the Treas' p'^ Expence £0 „ IS „ — 0„18.,- •' 18 M £2 1 11 14 17 11 • t H £0 11 16 n 3 Portsmouth, N. Hampshire Lodge. Charlestown, 8 Carolina Lodge. Antigua Lodge. Annapolis Royal Lodge. Newfoundland Lodge. Newport R. Island Lodge. Halifax Lodge. Annapolis in ^laryland Lodge. Newhaven Lodge. New London Lodge. Middletown Lodge. Crown Point Lodge. Providence Lodge. Louisburgh Lodge. Newport ^Masters Lodge. Quebeck Lodge. Newbury Lodge. S' Johns Newfoundland Lodge. Marblehead Lodge. Norwich Lodge. vSalem Lodge. Virginia Lodge. Suirinam Lodge. S' Christophers Lodge. Barbadoes Lodge. Elizabeth Town Lodge. Hartford Lodge. \Yaterhury Lodge. Falmouth Loilge. Pitt CountvN. Carolina Lodge. Bro' AValley made a Motion that this Grand Lodge meet at Bro IngersoUs the next Grand Lodge Night, in which he was Seconded, and being put to Vote, it pass'd unanimously, with this Proviso that the Gr Master approve of the Same. It was Motioned that we celebrate the Feast of S' John the Bap- tist, next 21:"' of June, which being put to Vote, it was unanimously St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 113 agreed to, and a Committee appointed to Agree for a Feast & to Regulate the same, where-iipon the following Brethren, were ap- pointed, Viz Bro" A. McNeill, T.Walley, J. Cutler, A. Savage and J. Box Jun'. Wednesday, June 24"" 5767. Being the Festival of S' John the Baptist, the same was Cele- brated at the Grey-hound Tavern in Eoxbury, when & where the following Brethren met. Viz. — R' Worsh" John Rowe Esq"^ D. G. M. Henrv Price Esq' P. G. M. Arch'" McNeill, S. G. W. John Cutler, J. G. W. Abrah™ Savage, G. Sec' Hugh M'Danlel, ) John Box, j P. G. Andrew Johonnett, S.W.M.L. Benj" Loring ] William Ilickling j W' 1" L. Thomas Brown, W. 2'' L. Joseph Ingersoll. John Munro. Joseph Russell. Thomas Fleet. William Jackson. Thomas Knight. James Jackson. Francis Welch. Caleb Blanchard. Joshua Gardner. Edward Blanchard. Richard Salter. Howard Jacobson. William Hoskins. Thomas Walley. Edward Church. John Box jun' Samuel Perkins. Jonathan Amory. Joseph Webb. John Wharton. J Clarke of Milton. John Marston. John Piemont. Lewis Gray. John Briant. Edward Games. Lemuel Cox. Daniel Jones. William Fitch, Nathaniel Hurd. Flagg. Exp ence of the Feast £28 : 12 Friday July 24, 5767. Being Grand Lodge Night in Course, The R' Worshipful Grand Master being Indisposed, the Weather extremely Warm, and no Special Business requiring a Meeting, He tliought it expedient for the aforesnid Reasons to pass by this Quarterly Mee'ting, to the next Quarterly Communication on the fourth Fryday in October next, Except 'some Special business should intervene to occasion the Calling a Special Grand Lodge. 114 . Proceedings in Masonet, Boston, August IS"- 5767. t M"' Gilbert Deblois seat the following Letter to the Right Wor- shipful Jeremy Gridley Esq' Grand Master, Viz. Sir Since I had the pleasure of waiting on you & M' Eowe re- specting the Sale of Concert Hall, the House is Entirely Cleared and is now kept Lock'd up to wait for the Consideration and Determination of the Society of Free Masons, of which you are the Head : Therefore I now take the Liberty to give You the Lowest Terms that said Building can be Sold on, which You'l find on Foot hereof : The greatest improvement is made from September to June, and I would only Mention that some Persons stand ready to hire the Hall to tlie Amount of £40. Sterling, and another wants the Small Tenement which would let at £5. more, therefore You'l be kind enough to cause this Affair to be determined as soon as possi- ble, which will much oblige them, and Sir, Your most humble Servant Gilbert Deblois. Terms of Sale of Concert Hall — Viz' — There shall be a good Deed of Sale given for the House to the Satisfaction of your Society, otlierwise its no Sale. The lowest Price is One Thousand Pounds Sterling, to be paid as shall be most agreeal)le to tlie Society, either in three, four or Five years, with lawful Interest paid Annuallj' thereon (for my fathers Support) and good Security to be given for the Purchace in such nay and manner as may best suit the Society. — Gilbert Deblois. P.S. If it should not be agreeable to the Society to purchase this Building, I take this Oppertunity to ask the favour that they would improve it in fniure, and everything shall be done to make it give full Satisfaction, and in this Case I should be glad they would Recommend some proper Person to keep said House, that would be likely to give General Satisfaction — Boston August IS* 1 767. To Jeke Geidley Esq' AVher-euppn the R' Worshipful Grand Master put the above Letter into the Hands of the Grand Secretary (Bro' Savage) and desired him to Convene the Grand Officers and Masters of Lodges at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in Boston in Order to Advise what was best to be done in tlje Premises. St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 115 Tuesday Sept' 1, 5767. The following R' Worshipful Brethren accordingly Met at the Place aforesaid, Viz. — R' Woi-shipf John Rowe Esq' Dep Gr Mas' & Gr. Treasurer. Archibald McNeill, Sen' Gr. Warden. John Cutler Jun' Gr Warden & Mas. of the Masters Lodge. Abraham Savage, Gr Sec"^ & Mas. of the first Lodge. Samuel Fitch, Master of the second Lodge. After reading the above Letter and duly deliberating thereon, it was agreed to be most advisable that a Grand Lodge should be forthwith call'd, in order to lay the Affair before them, and to Act what further should be thought necessary, and to Report this Resolution to the Grand Master. The Grand Master approving the Steps that had been taken. Ordered, a Grand Lodge to be summoned to meet at the Place aforesaid, on Friday Evening following, who being duly Warned, Met at the Time and Place, and Proceeded as follows. — At a Special Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons, met at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in Boston, on Friday September 4'" 6767. — Present. R' Worshipf Bro' John Rowe Esq' D. G. M. and Gr Treas' Bro' Archibald McNeill, ' Sen. G. W Bro' John Cutler Jun. G. W. & M. of the Mas Lodge. Bro' Abraham Savage Gr Sec'^ & M. of the 1^' Lodge. Bro' Samuel Fitch M. of the 2'^ Lodge. Bro' Job Wheelwright, S : W ] . ,u T^r r -, Bro' Andrew Johonnet J w\ of the M. Lodge. Bro' Benjamin Loring, S. W ) „ ,, „ , t i Bro' William Hickling, J. W | °^ ^^^ ^''^^ ^°^S^- Bro' John Box, past Gr. officer Bro' Nathaniel Hurd Bro' Thomas Walley, Bro' Joseph Russell Bro' Thomas Fleet, Bro' John J03'. A Letter from M' Gilbert Deblois to the R' Worshipful Jeremy Gridley Esq' Grand Master (Wherein he Offers to the Fraternity, to Sell them Concert Hall, for their Accorhodation,) was laid be- fore the Gr Lodge. It was recommended and approved by this Grand Lodge, that the Proposal be referr'd to each of the Lodges seperately, and if they incline to purchase, to call a general Lodge of all the Masons, in Order to begin a Subscription. — It was proposed, that if the several Lodges would give in their respectives Stocks of Cash, and the Fraternity would by Subscrip- tion make up the sum of Six hundred Pounds Sterling, including 116 Proceedings in Masonry, the aforesaid Stocks ; and the present Proprietor of Concert Hall, will take a Mortgage on said House for his Security for the Re- mainder, without any other; that the Masons would Treat with him upon the Purchace of it. Which proposals being put to Vote, was agreed to unanimously. Reckoning £1 : 8 : 6J paid by the Treasurers of the first and second Lodges, 14/34 eaeli Lodge. At the first Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons held at the Royal Exchange Tavern in Boston on the second Wednesday of September, being the 9* day o7G7. — Tlie Question was put, whether this Lodge think it best to pur- cliace Concert Hall, Provided, the sum of £600. Sterling can be raised? — Pass'd in the Affirmative — Question. Whether this Lodge would include their Stock in the above sum of £600 Ster^ for said Puichase? — Pass'd in the Nega- tive. — Voted. That it is Expedient to call a General Lodge, in Order to see what Subscriptions can be Obtain'd for the Purchase of said Hall. — At the second Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons, held at the British Coffee House in Boston on Wednesday the 16* day of September, 5767. A Letter from U' Gilbert Deblois to the late Right Worshipfull Grand Master, respecting the Sale of Concert Hall, being Read ; It was unanimously determined to proceed upon the .Subject Matter of said Letter. — The Question lieing put, Whether it^^be the ]Mind of this Lodge to Purchase Concert Hall, provided Six hundred Pounds Sterling can be Raised? — It pass'd in the Affirmative. The next Question put, was, Whether this Lodge would give their Stock towards the above Purchase?— It pass'd in the Nega- tive. The last Question put, was, Whether it be recommended to the Grand Lodge, to call a General Lodge of Masons, to see what Subscriptions can be obtain'd towards the Purchase of Concert Hall ? — It pass'd in the Affirmative. To ]\P Abraham Savage Grand Secretary of all the Lodges of Free and Accepted Masuns in North America, and of the Grand Lodge in Boston. — We the Brethren of the First Lodge in Pitt County North Caro- lina, send the following List of Officers Elected at the Annual Feast of S' John's, from the Time of our first Meeting, to June 24"' 17G7. and of Members who sign'd the fiye Laws, under the Sane- St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 117 tion of a Warrant Granted by the Right Worshipful Jeremy Grid- ley Esq' Grand Master of North America. — Viz' M"^ Thomas Cooper, Master &e. Peter Blinn ) „ _, ,„ , Col. John Simpson \ ^^^^ Wardens. Cap' Richard Evans, Esq'' Treas' James Hall, Esq' Sec^ M' Thomas Hardy ) o^ ■, M' James Hill [ Stewards pro-temp. M' Richard Richardson, Tyler. Members. Doc' William Pratt, M' George Miller M' John Lesslie Cap' Nathaniel Bliun M' Peter Richardson. M' James Glasgow. M' Robert Newell. M' Peter Johnson. M' William Brown. M' Bolen Hall. M' John Barber. M' William Kelley M' Robert Bignell M' George Evans. M' Lenington Lockhart M' William M'Clellen Col Thomas Hall. For any further Particulars, we shall refer you to the Worship ful M'Thom' Cooper, Master, who will Personally deliver this, ana Hope he will give such Satisfaction, as shall be required : Resting assured of the above, We remain Brethren, Your most Sincere and Affectionate Brothers. James Hall, Secret^ j ^^S. ^'I'J^^'^S^^ '"^ ^^" bounty ( North Carolma. To M' Abraham Savage, Grand Secretary, Boston. Boston, September li"" 1707. On Thursday Evening last at 11 o'Clock, departed this Life, the Right Worshipful Jeremy Gridley Esq' Grand Master of Masons, over all North America, Attorney General for the Province of Massachusetts Bay, A Member of the Great and General Court of said Province, and a Justice throughout the Same, Colonel of the first Regiment of Militia, and President of the Marine Society, &c. His Funeral was Attended on Saturday last, with the Respect due to his Memory, by the Members of his Majesty's Council, and the Judges of the Superiour Court in Town, the Gentlemen of the Bar, the Brethren of the Ancient and Honourable Society of Free and Accepted Masons, the Officers of his Regiment, the Members of the Marine Society and a great Number of the Gentlemen of the Town. lis Proceedings in Masonry, Strength of Undei'stanrliiig, Clearness of Appreliension, and Solidit}' of Judgment, were cultiv:>ted in him by a liberal Edu- cation, and close thinking : His extensive Acquaintance with Classical and almost every other part of Literature, gave him the first Rank among Men of Learning : His thorough Knowledge of the Civil and Common Law, whicli he had studied as a Science, founded in the Principles of Government, and the Nature of Man, justl}- placed him at the Head of his Profession : His tender Feel- ings relative to his natural & civil Ties : his exquisite Sensibility, and generous Effusion of Soul for his Friend, were Proofs that his Heart was as good as his Head was sound ; and well qualified him to preside over that antient Society whose Benevolent Constitutions do Honor to JIankind. He sustained the painful Attacks of Death with a Philosophical Calmness and Fortitude, that resulted from the steady Principles of his Religion. He Died in the 62'' Year of his Age. Written Extempore, on the Death of the late Jerestt Gridlet, Esq' Barrister at Law. Of Parts and Learning, Wit and Worth possess'd, Gridley shone forth conspicuous o'er the rest : In native Pow'rs robust, and amit with Fame. The Genius brighten'd, and the Spark took Flame ; Xatufe and Seirnce wove the laurel Crown, Ambitious each, alike confer'd Renown. High in the Dignity and Strength of Thought, The Maze of Knowledge sedulous he sought, With ilind superiour studied and retain'd, And LIFE and PROPERTY by Law sustain'd. Generous and free, his lib'ral Hand he spread, Th' Oppres'd reliev'd, and for the Needy plead ; Awake to Friendship, with the Ties of Blood, His Heart expanded, and his Soul o'erflow'd. Social in Converse, in the Senate brave. Gay e'en with Dignity, with Wisdom grave ; Long to his Country and to Courts endear'd, The Jldges honor'd and the Bab rever'd. Rest, peaceful Shade ! innoxious as thy Walk, Hay Slander babble, and may Censure talk, Ne'ur on tliv Mera'ry I'^xvy cast a Blot, But human Frailties in thy Worth forgot. Boston, September 11* 5767. At a Special Grand and General Lodge, assembled at the British Coffee house in Boston, on Account of the Death of the Right Worshipful Jeremy Gridley Esq' Grand Master of Masons in North America. — • St. John's Geand Lodge, 1733-92. 119 Preseut. The Right Worshipful John Rowe Esq' Dep'' Grand Master & Gi' 'rreas' — Bro' Hugh M'Dnniel past D. G. M. Bro' Robert Jenkins past D. G. M. Bro'^ John Box — Sen' Grand Warden pro-temp' : Bro' Jolin Cutler luu' Grand Wiirden & Mas' of Mas" Lodge. Bro' Abraham Savage, Gr Sec"' & Mas' of thu first Lodge. Bro' Jol) Wheelwright, Sen' ) Bro' Andrew Johonnett. Jun' j Bro' Benjamin Loring, Sen' ) ,„ , , ,, ,„t i Bro' William Hickling, Jun' f ^^ ^''^l^" "^ '''« ^ ^'"'^S^' Bro' Samuel Fitch, Esq' Master Bro' William Tyng, Sen' pro ) ttt ■, ^ of the 2* Lodge. Bro' John Bradford, Jun' [ ^ '^^^^ Warden of Mas" Lodge. Nathaniel Abraham. John Amiel. Roberti Apthorp. John Box Jun' Seth Blodgett. Samuel Blodgett. John Bnaiit. Richard Billings Jun', Edward Carnes. Phillip Dumaresq. John Diipee. Lewis Gray. Bartholemew Green. John Hickling* Nathaniel Hurd. Daniel Henchman. Joseph Henderson. Shubacl Hewes. Job Prince. Christopher Prince. Joseph Russell. William Sheppard. Jamee Sheppard. James Sclkrig. William Stevenson. William Tnj'lor. Robert Williams. Christopher Clarke. William Coffin, Juu' Andrew Cazneau. . .Joseph Cullender. William Charity. Nathaniel Coffin. Lemuel Cox. Klias Diipce. James Jnck^on. Levi Jennings. John Joy. Benjamin Munro. Jacob M'Uauiel. Jnmcs Otis Jun' Esq'- Andiew Phillips. John PietBont. Thoma-- \\' alley. Francis Welch. Joseph \^■heelvvright. The aforesaid Brethren being met at the place aforesaid, and the Lodge being opened in Ample Form, They were .acquainted fiom the Chair of the Death of the Grand Master, and that the occasion of this Special Call of the Brotherhood, was to concert proper Measures for the Honorable Interrmentof him. Wherefore the Lodge came to the following Resolutions, which were Voted unanimously. Viz. — 1" That a Committee be raised to Wait on M" Dudley, eldest 120 Proceedings in Masonry, Daughter of the late Grand Master, and M"' Ezekiel Lewis his Brother in Law, who have the direction of his Funeral, to desire them that the Funeral be from the Court House. 2^ That said Committee consist of three. S^ That James Otis Esq"' Samuel Fitch Esq' and M' Eobert Jenkins be the said Committee. Accordingly said Committee withdrew from the Lodge and waited on them, anil inform'd thein of the Lodges desire as aforementioned. Who returned immediate!}' and acquainted the Lodge that they consented to have the Funeral from the Court House. M' Joseph Webb, ]Vr Samuel Barrett & Doctor Joseph Warren a Committee from S' Andrew's Lodge, waiting below, Sent up Word that they desired to be Admitted into the Lodge, to present a Message from said S' Andrews Lodge. Which request being put to Vote, it pass'd unanimously, that they should be Admitted in. When they came up, they inform'd the Deputy Grand Master that it was their Lodge's desire that they may attend the Grand Master's Funeral in due form, as Masons : Which being put to Vote is pass'd, that they be permitted to March in the Procession, in such manner and Form as this Lodge shall Direct. — Here follows the Order of Procession as directed by this Grand Lo(%e to be Observed at the Funeral of the late Grand Master Gridley. After the Officers of the Grand Masters Regiment who march two and two, and the Members of tlie Marine Society who follow them in the same manner : Then — 1'' The Tyler of S' Andrews Lodge with the Sword. 2. The two Stewards of said Lodge, with their Wands. 3. The Members of Said Lodge, two and two, all properly Cloathed. , 4. The three Grand Stewards, with their Jewels and Wands. 5. The Members of the Second, First, & Masters Lodges, two and two. 6. The Master Wardens, and other Officers of S' Andrews Lodge, two & two. 7. The Treasurers of the First and Second Lodges, with their proper Badges. 8. The Wardens of the Second Lodge. 9. The Wardens of the Fiist Lodge. 10. The Wardens of the Master's Lodge. 11. The Master of the Master's Lodge, with the Master of the fiist Lodge, on his Right hand, and the Master of the second Lodge on his Left. 12. The Past Grand Officers two and two. 13. The Deputy Grand Master, with the Senior Grand Warden on his Right hand, and the Junior Grand Warden on his Left. 14. The Grand Tyler, carrying the black Velvet Cnshion whereon was laid the Late Grand Master's jewel. 15. The Body of the late Grand Master, which closes the Proce-^sion so far iis relates to the Free Masons. — St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 121 Boston, September 12* 5767. In the above manner the Fra- ternity Walked before the Corps, The Pall was Supported by his Honour Thomas Hutchinson Esq' Lieu' Governour and Chief Justice of the Province, The Honorable Edmund Trowbridge Esq' late Attorney Gen' and now one of the Judges of the Su- perior Court, The Honourable John Erving Esq'' and the Hon- orable Thomas Hubbard Esq' both Members of his Majesty's Council, James Otis Esq' & Samuel Fitch Esq' both Barristers at Law, and both of the Societj* of Free and Accepted Masons. After the Corps followed the Relations of tlie Deceased, the Gentlemen of the Law in their Robes, many of them of the Fra- ternity, and Numbers of Gentlemen &c. of the Town, their Coaches &c, which closed the whole Procession. When the Military Officers arrived at the Gate of the Burying Ground they Halted, as did the Free Masons, and then opened to the Right and Left, forming a Lane for the Corps and those that fol- lowed to Pass through. When the Interrment was over, those next the Gate pass'd down through the Lane till the whole Body had by that means turned about, and so march'd back before the Pall Supporters and the re- lations, in the same Manner as they Proceeded at First. At the Court House they Halted again and made a Lane as before, for the Bearers, Relations &c to pass through, which when they had done, the whole body of Free Masons, March'd up into the Representative's Chamber, (where the Corps liad lain and where they first Assembled,) and there uncloathed, and were dismissed. NB. The Grand Officers followed the Relations, (this last Time) through the Lane, So as to go up Stairs first. Where by those Next tlie Door v^ent up last. The R' Worsliipful Dep'' Grand Master required of the Master of S' Andrews Lodge a List of their Members & others who join'd with them, that Attended the Funeral, and Ordered the said List (when Received) to be entered in the Grand Lodge Book. — Here follows a List of those Brethren who walked in the Pro- cession before the Corps, as also of some that followed in the Character of Barristers, each distinguished by what is wrote after their Names. The whole in Alphabetical Order. Viz. Jonathan Amory *. . Nathaniel Abraham . . . JohnAmiel John Box. Sen' G' Warden pro. ,, John Box. Jun' Master 2" Lodge. ,, John Bradford, Jun' Ward" Ditto. ,, SethBlodgett Samuel Blodgett .... John Briant Benjamin Barnard .... Peter Boyer Richard Billings Jun' . . . Richard Billings tert° . . . Samuel Ballard John Cutler Jun' Gr Warden Edward Carnes Edward Church Christopher Clarke, a Steward William Coffin, Gr Treasurer 122 Proceedings in Masonry, William Coffin Jun' . . . Andrew Cazneau Barrister ,, Joseph Callender .... Samuel Calef William Charity .... Nathaniel Coffin .... Lemuel Cox Elias Cutting Collins Elias Dupee Phillip Dumaresq .... Lewis Deblois John Dupee Ambrose Downs .... Stephen Deblois .... Samuel Fitch . . Bearer ,, LewisGray . Grand Steward Joshua Gardner .... Bartholemew Green, Grand Tyler William Hiekling, Jun' Ward" 1"' Lodge John Hiekling Nathaniel Hurd Daniel Henchman .... Benjamin Hallowell Esq' past D. G. M Joseph Henderson Shuball Hewes Andrew Johonnett, Jun' Ward jNP Lodge Joseph IngersoU, Mas' of l"* Lodge James Jackson Daniel Jones Levi Jennings John Joy Eobert Jenkins, past D. G. M Joseph Jackson William Jepson Benjamin Loring, Sen' Ward. 1^' Lodge Andrew Lapear Hugh M=Daniel, past D. G. M. Benjamin Munro .... Joseph Mann Daniel McCarthy .... Jacob M'^Daniel McDowell .... James Otis Esq' . . Bearer Andrew Phillips .... Samuel Perkins John Piemont Ezekiel Price ..... Adino Paddock Fitch Pool Job Prince Christopher Prince .... John Perkins Samuel Quincy . . Barrister John Eowe Esq' Dep^ Gr Master Joseph Russell, Treas' of 1" Lodge John Rice Abraham Savage, Mas' ofy' Mas" Lodge Samuel Swift . . Barrister William Sheppard .... James Sheppard .... .James Selkrig William Stevenson .... Alexander Smith .... Robert Stone Lewis Turner William Tyng Sen' Ward" 2* Lodge William Taylor Fortescue Vernon .... William Vernon .... Robert Williams past Gr Warden Robert Williams Jun' . . . Job AVheelwright, Sen' Ward" Mas" Lodge Thomas W alley Treas' 2'* Lodge John Wharton Francis Wel»h . a Steward Joseph WhQflwright . John Hunt Wendell . . Walked before the Corps 92 Pall Supporters .... 2 Followed as Barristers . . 3 Total 97 St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 123 A List of those belonging to S' Andrew's Lodge who Attended the Funeral of the R' Worshipful Jeremy Gridley Esq' late Grand Master of North America. Said List being required of them and Ordered to be Entered in the Grand Lodge Book by the R' "Wor- shipful John Rowe Esq' Deputy Grand Master. Viz' — William Burbeck Master Joseph Webb past Master Joseph Warren Sen' Warden William Palfrey Jun' Warden Samuel Barrett Treas' Jeremiah Webb Secre'^ Edward Burbeck ) _ John Symmes | Deacons James Dickey ) n. , Samuel Webb I Stewards Moses Deshon Ezra Collins . Paul Revere . William Wingfleld Thomas Urann . John Whitten. . Samuel Danforth. John Jeffries . John Hoffains. George Jefferds . John Lowell . William Hill . , James Graham Cap' Moon . Peter Doyle . Joseph Cordis. . Nathaniel Hitehburn Nehemiah Webb . Thomas Chace . John Gore Jun' . Robert Hitchborn Nathaniel Cudworth Josiah Gaines. Nathaniel Greenwood John Pulling . John Colman . Robert Whatley . Thomas Knox James Seward Samuel Harris John Merritt . " Andrew Gilaspey Nehemiah Skillings Cap' M=Ewen Cap' DeSil William Hoskins Edward Potter John Ball . . Peter Bourn . Stephen Bruce Joseph Breck . John Tyler. . Capt* Sheppard William M'Alpine Edward Proctor Thomas Cordis Asa Stoddard. Joseph Tyler . Gibliins Bouve William Darracutt Nathaniel Balch . Abraham Tuckerman Cap' Coppinger Samuel Sumner, Tyler 64 NB. the three last before the Tyler was not in their List, tho' they walk'd with them, in the Procession. 124 Proceedings in Masonry, The following Expences were iQCUir'd by the Several Lodges in Boston on Ace' of the Funeral of the late Grand Master Gridley. Viz. The Grand Lodge. For 8 doz" Gloves «) 24/£9 :12„- For f y* Taffety for Apron , , 8 , , - For Sewing Silk & blue Ribbon ,, 1 ,, 4 For 10 y*' black Eibbon, ,, G ,, 8 For 9 Aprons for Grand Officers ,, 13 ,, 6 For 2J y*" Blue Paduasoy for Collers ... . .1:6:8 For Expences at the Cof- fee House . . . .3, ,14,, 8 £16,, 2,, 10 The Masters Lodge. For Gold Lace 5)16,, — The First Lodge. For Aprons &c 3, ,12,, — The Second Lodge. For Aprons . .'. . . . 3,, 6,, — £23 ,,16, ,10 At a Special Grand Lodge, held at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in Boston, on Friday October 2'' 5767. Present. The R' Worshipful, John Rowe, Esq' D. G. M. & G. T. Archibald McNeill, S. G. W.— John Cutler J. G. W. & M of M. L. Abraham Savage G. S. & M. of 1'' L. Samuel Fitch Esq' M. 2^ L. For the Masters Lodge Joseph Russel, M. M. L. pro-temp John Joy, . . S. W. . . pro-temp. William Jackson . . J. W. . . pro-temp. For the First Lodge Benjamin Loring, . S. W. ) William Hickling, . J. W. j For the Second Lodge Thomas Walley, . . S. W. pro-temp. ^ Richard Salter, . . J. W. pro-temp, j The Affair of Concert Hall being Resumed, after a Deliate thereon, it w.as Moved and Seconded. That a Committee be raised, to wait on M' Gilbert Deblois, to inform him (from this Gr;ind Lodge) that the Circumstances of Masonry at Piesent, will not Admit of their Purchasing said Hall. — St. John's Geand Lodge, 1733-92. 125 Which Motion being put to Vote, it pass'd in the Affirmative. Voted that said Committee consist of Three, who beiug severally Nominated, the following Brethren were unanimously Chosen, Viz. Bro' Archibald M'=Neill S. G. W. Bro^ John Cutler J. G. W. and Bro' Jolin Joy. — Voted unanimously. That the Grand Secretary, be directed to Write to the R' Worshipful Henry Price Esq' past Gr Master of Masons, Requesting him (from this Grand Lodge) to Resume the Chair as Grand Master, in the Room of the late Grand Master, Jeremy Gridley P^sq' deceased : Until another Grand Master be Elected, and Constituted to preside over Masonr3' in Future. The Grand Secretary laid before the Lodge an Account of Ex- pences incurr'd on Account of the Funeral of the late Girand Master, Amounting to Sixteen Pounds, two shillings and ten Pence Lawful Money (which see Page 124) Said Ace' being Examined and Pass'd. It was Ordered to be paid accordingly. — Ordered that the Expence of this Meeting of the Grand Lodge, Amounting to One Pound five Shillings Lawful Money be defrey'd equally by the First & Second Lodges. — Boston October 2'' 5767. Right Worshipful Brother : It having pleased Almighty God, to take from this Transitory Life, to a better, that great Ornament of Learning, of the Law and of Masonry, our Right Worshipful Brother Jeremy Gridley I^sq' Grand Master of Masons in North America, to the great Loss of this Country in General, and of Masonry in Particular: And as Masonry from its first establishment in America, has always been under the Government of a Grand Master and Grand Lodge, duly Constituted by the Grand Master of England ; the said Grand Lodge, on Account of the above Bereavement came to a Resolu- tion last Evening to Elect a new Grand Master in the room of the former, at some convenient Time hence : In the mean Time the Constitutions point out to us, that the Vacancj' be filled by the past Grand Master, to Govern Masonry till a new One is Elected here, and Constituted from England : Therefore, the Lodge ordered me to Write to You in their Name, (on whom the OfHce Constitutionally reverts :) that You would be pleased to attend at the next Grand Lodge or Quarterly Commu- nication, to be held at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in Boston, on the fourth Friday in October, Instsnt, in Order for Your Resum- ing said Office, as the Practice in the like Cases has hitherto been. I am Right Worshipful Brother Your Affectionate Brother And, very humble Servant Abe"' Savage Gr Secre'^ — To the R* Worshipful Henry Price Esq' ) Past Grand Master of Masons in North America J 126 Proceedings in Masonry, At the Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication, held at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in Boston on Friday October 23* 5767. Present. R' Worshipful Hugh McDaniel, . Past D. G. M. as D. G. (VT. John Box ... P. G W as S. G. W. John Culler J. G. W. Abraham Savage G. S. Master's Lodge John Joj- as M. 1\L L. William Jackson as S. W. 1" Lodge Benjamin Loring S. W as M. Joseph Russell T . . as S. W. 2" Lodge John Bos Jun' as M. Thomas Brown S. W. Robert Jenkins Past D. G. M. The Grand Secretary having read the Votes of the last Grand Lodge of Octo"^ 2** concerning the Vacancy in the Grand Master's Cliair, and the Lodge's Resolution to invite the R' Worshipful Henry Price Esq' to Re-assume the Office of Grand Master as he had done lieretofore on the like Occasions : As also the Copy of the Letter wrote to him by the Grand Secretary. Whereupon the Dep' Gr. Master (as above) Ordered the Grand Wardens to wait upon Brother Price and desire his Attendance in the Lodge : When he came in, he was placed on the Right hand of the Grand Master's Chair, where he was invested with the Ensigns of Grand JNIaster, by the Deputy Grand Master, who introduced him into Solomon's Chair with the following Speech. E' Worshipful Brother Price. You, (to the Satisfaction of all the Lodges) have had the Honour of first introducing Masonry into these Parts of the W^orld, and intentionally for the good of Masonry have resign'd the Chair of Grand Master to three Snccessors, whom Providence has deprived ns off ; particularly, of our late worthy Grand Master. Jeremy Gridley Esq'. And as you have supplied the Vacancy's of all three, according to our Constitutions, I now invest you again with the Jewel of Grand Master, and give you Possession of Solomon's Chair, until the Vacancy is otherwise Supplied, and hope it will be to Your Satisfaction, auj to the Lodges here, and all other Lodges under this Jurisdiction, and now I Congratulate You with all our Brethren, on Your Resumption of this high Dignity. The Grand Master confirm'd all the Grand Officers (for the St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 127 remainder of the Year) now in Place in their several Stations. Also directed that a Deputation for M' Thomas Cooper Master of Pitt County Lodge in North Carolina be made out for him, as Deputy Grand Master of North Carolina. It was Motion'd and seconded, that the Feast of S' John the Evangelist be Celebrated which being put to Vote, was agreed to unanimously, and the Gr. Master appointed the Grand Secretary (Savage) lo be first Grand Steward, Brother McDaniol nominated Kro' Joseph Eussell, and Brother Joy nominated Brother Thomas Walley, to be Assistant Stewards, who were unanimously Voted in, and the Grand Wardens were directed to join them in the Affair. It was Motion'd, secon(ied, Voted and Ordered, that this Grand Lodge meet again on the first Friday in December next, in Order to come to the Choice of a New Grand Master, and that the Expences be paid Equally by all those who shall attend at said Meeting, and that the Grand Secretary Notify all the Members of this Grand Lodge who have a Right to Vote, by a Summons to each Member, such as the Grand OflScers at present in Place : the past Grand Officers, Masters and Wardens of Lodges and all who usually Attend the Grand Lodge.* Master's Lodge brought Expences First Lodge . D° . Second Lodge . D° . NB. The several Lodges within this "] Jurisdiction were called over (see a Ixjeckoninf List Page 112) when no Person ap- j =■ peared for any of them. J Boston October 26* 1707. The following Notification was Published in all the Public News Papers in this Town. The Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication of Free and Accepted Masons, assembled at Boston on Friday the 23" Inst', having taken into consideration their Loss in the Death of tlie late Jerem^y Gridley, P:8q'' the last Grand Muster; Resolved to invite the Eight Worshipful Henry Pkice, Esq' past Grand Master of that Anrient and honorable Society, to Re-assume the Office again, as it Constitutionally reverted to him : He having consented thereto, was with the usual Ceremonies invested, and placed at the Head of Masonry, till another Grand Master is Elected here, and Con- stituted by the Grand Master of England. Whereof all the Fraternity in North America and the West Indies, under this Jurisdiction iire to take due Notice. By Order of the Grand Lodge A. Savage Gr. Sec"^ — £0 1') 18 11 11 18 11 — 11 18 1 1 — £2 15 14 11 — 1 11 6 1 1 03 £1 11 8 11 Hi 128 Proceedings in Masoney, BosTOK November IS"" : 1767. Brother Savage As the Grand Lodge stands adjourned to the first Friday in December next, I now further adjourn the said Lodge to the fourth Friday in Januar}' next. You will take care to Notif3' the Mem- bers of that Lodge accordingly. Your Affectionate Brother &c To Abe" Savage Gr. Sec"^ Henry Pkice G. M. "Wednesday December 30"" 5767. Being the Day kept for the Celebration of the Festival of S' John the Evangelist, the same was duly Observed at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in King Street Boston hy the following Brethren. Viz': Henry Price Esq"' John Rowe Esq' Arch* McNeill John Cutler . . Abr" Savage . Jblm Box . . . Richard Gridley Henry Liddall Joseph Gardner Sanuiel Fitch Nathan Whiting G. M D. G. M. S. G. W. J. G. W. G. S. P. G. O. M. 2'^ L. JSI. N. haven L. Thomas Brown Lewis Gray John Box Jun' Thomas Waliey Joseph Russell John Joy Benjamin Loring Nathi Hurd Richard Salter Chris' Clarke Phillip Dumaresq Joseph Henderson Daniel Jones Joshua Gardner Edward Carnes. An r^ ^r <- Robert Jenkins } P^** ^- ^- ^^^^^^^^- John Box Richard Gridley \- past G. "Wardens. Joseph Gardner For the Master's Lodge John Joy, Mas' pro-temp' Andrew Johonnett J. W. as S. W. John Box jun' J. W. pro-temp' For the 1^' Lodge Joseph Russell Treas. as 31. pro-temp' Benjamin Loring S. "W. "William Hickling J. "W. For the -l"^ Lodge "William Jackson M. pro-temp' Thomas Brown S. "W. James Jackson J. W. pro-temp' St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 131 It was Motion'd and Seconded, Tliat when tliis Lodge Recora- niands a Person (to the Grand Master of England) to be appointed Grand Waster of Norlh America, that thuy shall desire that his Deputation shall be for three Years only.f The Question being put upon the above Motion it passed in the Affirmative unanimously. The Election of a Grand Master being Assign'd to this Time, The Right Worshipful Brother Price the present Grand Master, Nomiuated the R' Worshipful John Rowe Esq' the Present Deputy Grand Master and Grand Treasurer, to be Grand Master of Masons for North America. After Balloting in 1 he usual manner by Sixteen Voters, there were twelve in favour of the Nomination and tour against it, whereupon our said R' Worshipful Brother Rowe was declared duly and Constitutionally Elected to the said high Office, and was accordingly Saluted as Grand Master Elect. | Brother Archibald M°Neill was continued Sen' Grand Warden and Brother John Cutler Jun' Grand Warden for the Year ensueing. The R' Worshipful Grand Master appointed the R' Worshipful Richard Gridley P^sq' past Grand Warden, to be Deputy Grand Master of North America for the Year ensuing. And directed (with the Sanction of this Grand Lodge) that the R' Worshipful John Rowe Esq' Grand Blaster Elect, should continue Grand Treasurer till his Instalment as Grand Master and no longer. He also appointed y*^ R' Worshipful Abraham Savage Master of the First Lodge in Boston, to be Grand Secretary for the Current Year. And Brother Bartholemew Green to be Tyler to this Grand Lodge for the Current Year. It was moved and Seconded, that an Allowance be made to the R' VVorshipf Abraham Savage for his Services to this Grand Lodge, in his Office of Grand Secretary the Year past. Whereupon it was Voted unanimously, that the Sum of Six Pounds Lawful Money, be paid him by the Grand Treasurer out of the Grand Lodges Stock, aS a Reward for his past Services. Upon a Motion made and Seconded, it was unanimously Voted, that a Committee be chosen to Write to the R' Worshipful Grand Master of England, in behalf of this Grand Lodge, to Request of him a Deputation for the R' Worshipfnll John Rowe Esq' now Grand Master Elect, which Deputation to be for only three Years, agreeable to a Preceding Vote in this Grand Lodge. Voted also, that said Committee consist of Nine. X Whereupon the following R' Worshipful Brethren were chosen, Viz' — Hugh McDaniel, past D. G. M. Robert Jenkins past D. G. M. Richard Gridley Esq' present John Box past S. G.W. D. G. M. Archib^ddM°NeillpresentS.G. W. Joseph Gardner pasts. G.W. Samuel Fitch Esq' M. of 2"^ John Cutler present J. G. W. Lodge, and William Jackson a past Warden of the 2" Lodge. 132 Proceedings in ^SIasoney, Voted, that this Committee be empowered to draw on tlie Grand Treasurer for what Money they may think Necessary (not exceeding the Sum of Seven Pounds Lawful Money) to transmit to London to procure the Deputation. Also Voted tliat said Committee in their Letter to the Grand Master of England conform to the Votes of this Lodge as near as may be, with such additions as they shall think Expedient, not contradictory thereto. -(- • It was Motion'd and Seconde March 25* 1760. ) The following Letter from the R' Worshipful Brother Henry Price Accompanied the foregoing Petition. Boston, New England, January 27* 1768. Right Worshipful Grand Master, Deputy Grand Master, Grand Wardens and Brethren, in Grand Lodge Assembled. — The Money now sent to you is for the Constitution of four 134 Proceedings in Masonry, Lodges ill America, which I pray may be Registered in the Grand Lodge Hoolts ; the Money would have been paid long before, but some unl'orseen Accidents prevented, therefore, I hope the said Lodges will not he denied their Rank among the Lodges, accord- ing to the Time of their Constitution, notwithstanding tiie above Omission. For the particulars concerning them. I must refer you to the Letter from the Grand Committee of the Grand Lodge here, which goes by the same liand that presents this to You : Several other Lodges have been Constituted liy the Grand Lodge here, in different p;irts of Ainerica, who have not yet Transmilted to us the Stated Fees for their Constitution, but as soon as it comes to hand, it shall be remitted to You, hopeing at the same Time that they will likewise be Registered among other Regular Constituted Lodges. R' Worshipful Brothers. I had the Honour to be appointed ProvinciMl Grand Master of New England, by the R' Hon"'' and R' Worshipful Lord, Anthony Rrown-, Viscount Montaeute, in the Y'ear 1733, and in the Year 1735 said Commission to me was ex- tended over all North Ameiiea, by the R' Hon*"'" and R' Woiship- ful John Lindsay P^arl of Crauford, then Grand Master of Masons ; but upon enquiry, I find that said Deputations were never Registered, though I my self paid throe Guineas therefor, to Thomas Batson Esq' then Deputy Grand INIaster, who with the Giand Wardens then in being, signed my said Deputation. This Deputation was the first that the Grand Lodge ever issued to any Part of Amei-ica, and stands so now in all Lodges on the Continent. Other Deputations have since been given to different Provinces, but they cannot according to Rule take Rank of mine. So, would suhmitt it to your AYisdom and Justice, whether said Deputations should not be Registered in their proper Place, with- out aiiy further Consideration therefor, and the Grand Lodge here have Rank according to Date, as it has (liy Virtue of said Deputa- tions) been the foundation of Masonry in America, and, I the Founder. Wherefore R' Worshipful Brethren, I beg that enquiry may be made into tlie Premises, and that Things may be set right, is the earnest Request of your much honoured, and Affectionate Brother and very humble Servant Henry Price. P: S: R' Worshipful. I herewith send you an Attested Copy of my said Deputation, as Registered in the Grand Lodge Book of this Place, under the Hand of our Grand Secretary, whose signature you may depend upon as Genuine. H. P. The foregoing Petition and Letter being Committed to the Care of Brother WilUam Jackson one of the Grand Committee, who was then bound to England, it was thought expedient (upon his Request) to give him the following Letter of Recommendation. St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 135 Right Honourable, R' Worshipful and beloved Brethren. We esteem this oppertunity (by our beloved Brother M' William Jackson, who has served to Acceptance in the OfHces of junior and Senior Warden in the Lodges of this Place,) to proffer our most sincere Respects and hearty good Wishes to our Mother Lodge, which we now do with true Affection to you and all our R' Worshipful Brethren in England, in humble Hopes of your Ac- ceptance ; And refer you to this our Worthy Brother for a particu- lar Account of the Propagation of Masonry in America, who by his hearty Regard for the Royal Art has Merited and Inherited the OfHces aforementioned, and our hearty Recommendation to You, as a worthy Brother, and hope and desire You'll Testify your Love for us, in conferring all the favours upon him that he may stand in need of, which we are ready to acknowledge as an Obli- gation on us, and shall only wait an Oppertunity of returning your Goodness to him, who we trust will Convince You by his Masonal Abihties, that we have a due Esteem for the Honourable Craft, and are, Dear Brethren Your Affectionate Brothers and Most humble Servants. From the Grand Lodge in Boston ) Heney Price G. M. held January 22" 5768. j Richard Geidlet D. G. M. Archibald McNeill S. G. W. ' Abu" Savage Gr Sec'^ John Cdtler J. G. W. At the Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication held at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in Boston on Friday the 22" day of April 5768. Present. The R' Worshipful Richard Gridley Esq"' D. G. M. as G. M. Robert Jenkins past D. G. M. as D. G. M. John Box . . . .a past G. Officer. Archibald McNeill . . . S. G. W. John Cutler . . . . J. G. W. Abraham Savage . . . . G. S. r . . . M. For the Master's Lodge | . . . S. W. (James Jackson J. W. pro, temp'' f Joseph Gardner . M. pro temp' For the First Lodge ] Benjamin Loring . S. W. ( . . . . J. W. f Samuel Fitch Esq': M. For the Second Lodge \ Jolm Bradford . S. W. pro-temp' ( . . . J. W. 136 Proceedings in Masonry, NB — The several Lodges within this Jurisdiction were call'd over in the usual Manner, when no one appeared to Represent any of them, but those in Boston as above : A List of the several Lodges see at Page 112. A Letter was read, from Brother John Munro to the Grand Master in Grand Lodge, containing two Questions, requesting the Opinion of this Grand Lodge on said Questions. [Letter] Right Worshipful Grand Master The following Questions, Answered by the Grand Lodge wiU sufflcicntly determine a dispute betwixt Tho Brothers, and perhaps Regulate the Conduct of a Number of the Fraternity. 1" If it is not tiie duty of a Mason, to acquaint his Brother with an}- Thing, which threatens his Person, Fame or Fortune, and more especially when a declared Enemy is not a Mason ? And, whether any Obligation (except the only Solemn) can bind the threateu'd Brother, from seeking Legal Redress, even upon the Evidence of the informer ; should he chuse to reveal it? I am Sir, Your dutiful & Affectionate Brother John Munro. Boston, 23* April, 1768. To the first Question, the Grand Lodge, Answer in the AflBrm- ative. To the second, they for Answer say, that till the particular Circumstances to which said Questions refer are known, do decline giving any Answer, which Resolutions were Voted unanimously. Moved and Voted, that the Crrand Secretary', acquaint Bro' Munro witli the above Resolutions. It was moved & seconded, that the Grand Committee, chosen to Write to England for a Deputation for the new Elected Grand Master, be continued, to further Order and Regulate what may be necessary to lie done previous to the Installment of the said new Grand Master, and that any five of them be a Quorum to meet as Occasion may Require. Which Motion being put it was Voted unanimously. Upon a Motion made, whether the Feast of S' John the Baptist be Celebrated as usual, the Question being put, it past in the Affirmative. Upon which it was ask'd whether, (if the Installment Feast should fall out about the Time of said Festival of S' John) the latter should be Celebrated distinctly? It was Voted, that it should be left to the aforementioned Grand Committee. The same Committee that provided the Feast last S' John the Baptist's Day were now appointed to provide for the ensuing Festival. See page 113. St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 137 Masters' Lodge sent for Expences . First Lodge .... Ditto . Second Lodge .... Ditto Eeckonins Paid the Gr Treas"^ £1 ,, 3 „ 10^ Feidat June 24"^ 1768. Being the Festival of S' John the Baptist, the same was Cele- brated at the Grey Hound Tavern in Eoxbury when & where were Present the following Bretliren. — £0 n 18 H n 18 11 — n 18 11 ■^ 2 •)i 14 n 1 51 10 11 IS Henry Price Esq"^ . John Rowe Esq' . Archibald McNeill John Cutler . . Abraham Savage . Hugh M'Daniel . Richard Gridley Esq' John Box . Joseph Gardner . Samuel Fitch Esq' Joseph Ingereol Esq' Benjamin Loring ) William Hickling j Jacob M'Daniel . Thomas Brown John Box Jun' . Samuel Swift Esq James Jackson . Andrew JohonnettW Lewis Gray Joseph Calender . Joseph KussellTreas' William Burbeck Thomas Walley . Joseph Webb . . Thomas Fleet . . William Jones Benjamin Jackson William Gooch . Elisha Avery . George Spooner . Howard Jacobson Edward Carnes . Joseph Henderson ,M G. M. G. T. S. G. W. J. G. W. G. S. past D. G. M. D. G. M. past G. W. past G. W. M. 2" L. Ward' 1" L. Sec' D° S. W. 2" L. Daniel Jones . . . . " . Caleb Blanehard .... Mr. Romney of Halifax William Lee Perkins John Marston Winslow Taylor . Phillip Dumaresq Paschal Nelson Smith Cap' The' Phillips . William Hoskins . Peter Roberts Cap' John Dunn . Levi Jennings Benjamin Homans . Richard Clarke of Milton John Piemont Lemuel Cox . John Briant 52 — Expence £3. Old Ten' each— 138 Peoceedings in Masonry, Sep= 30"- 1768. Brother AVilliam Jackson arrived at Boston from London, and brought with him the Deputation from his Grace the Duke of Beaufort Grand Master of Masons, to the Eight Worshipful John Eowe Esq' to be Provincial Grand Master of Masons in all North America, where no other Grand Master is Appointed. — Whereupon the Grand Secretrtry issued the following Summons to each of the Members of the Grand Committee, appointed to Order and Regulate the Installment of the new Grand Master. Boston, October 4'^ 1768. R' Worshipful Brother. Agreeable to the Vote of the Grand Lodge the 22'* of April last, that the Committee chosen to Write to England for a Deputation for the new Elected Grand Master, should continue, to Order and Regulate what may be necessary, previous to, and at the Install- ment of said Grand Master, when his Deputation should Arrive. Said Deputation being areived, you are therefore desired to attend at the House of Brother Ingersoll this Evening, at Six of the Clock, to Consult and direct what may be proper to be done in the Premisses. I am Your Affectionate Bro' & humble Servant Abr" Savage Gr. Sec*^. To the R' Worshipf Bro' . The Committee having met at Time and Place above-mentioned, could not proceed far in the business, by reason that the Grand Officers Jewels were unfinished when Bro' Jackson left London, but were expected in the next Ship that should Arrive. Where- upon they came to the following Resolutions. Voted, to have a Procession from the place of Installment to Church and back again, if the IV Worshipful Bro' Rowe is Willing. Voted, that the E' Worshipful Bro' R. Gridley D. G. M. and the R' Worshipful John Cutler J. G. W. be a Committee to wait on Bro' Eowe, to know his Pleasure concerning the Procession. Voted that those Masons, not in Office who choose to have lined Aprons at the Installment, be directed to Line them with Green Silk. Voted, that the choice of a Chaplin and all Special Officers be postponed. Voted, that Time and Place for the Installment be also post- poned. Voted, that this Committee meet again in two Days after the Jewels Arrive. At the Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication held at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in Boston on Friday the 28* Day of October 5768. St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 139 Present. The R' Worshipful Richard Gridley Esq' John Row Esq' Robert Jenkins, Archibald McNeill John Cutler John Box Abraham Savage . For the Master's Lodge John Joy . Job Wheelwright William Jackson D. G. M. as G. G. M. Elect, past D. G. M. S. G. W. J. G. W. past G. W. G. ti. M. M. pro. temp. S. W. J. W. pro Temp. Brought Expencee. £0 „ 18 „ For the First Lodge James Jackson . Benjamin Loring William Hickling M. pro Temp. S. W. J. w. „ 18 „ For the Second Lodge Thomas Brown John Bradford John Box jun' M. pro Temp' ■) . S.W. pro Temp' [ ,, 18 „ . J.W. pro Temp' ) £■2 „ 14 „ — Reckoning this Even^ . . . £1 ,, 13 ,, 7J D° for Gr. Committee Octo 5'" . 16 ,, 31 Tyler attending D° Goto' 5 . . 3 ,, 4 2 ,, 13 ,, 25- BalP p'^ the Gr Treas' £0 ,, „ 9J Voted, That the Installment of the new Grand Master shall be on Wednesday the 23'' of November next, (if fair Weather) or the next fair Day. Voted, That the Rev* Brother Edward Bass of Newbury Port, be invited to Preach a Sermon to the Fiaternity on said Day suit- able to the Occasion, and the Grand Secretary is directed to write to the said Bro' Bass signifying to him this Vote of the Grand Lodge, as also to the Several Lodges in New England requiring their Attendance on said Day. All other business relating to the Installment was referred to the direction of the Grand Committee. All the Lodges within this Jurisdiction were called over, but none appeared for any of them, but as above. 140 Proceedings in Masonry, Letters & Answers. Boston October 31" 1768. Rev'i Sir The Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication of Free and Accepted Masons in America, Assembled at Boston on Friday the 28* Instant, having before them the consideration of Time and Place for the Installment of our new Grand Master, the Right "Worshipful John Rowe Esq''. Ordered, that the same should be performed at Boston on Wednesday the 23'* day of November next, and at the same Time made choice of You, Sir, to Preach a Sermon to the Frater- nity, suitable to the Occasion, and directed me to write to you in behalf of the Grand Lodge, to request you to Preach for them on said Day : Hopeing the Task will not be disagreeable to 5'ou, must beg the favour of your Answer ^ Bro' Stavers the first Oppertunity, nothing further at this Time Occurring, but that I am with great Truth Rev'* Sir Your Affectionate Bro' and humble Serv' Abr" Savage G. Sec"^ Rev'* Edward Bass at Newbury Port. ) Answer. Newbury Port, Nov' 8. 1768. Dear Sir. Yours of October 31'' as directed by tiie Grand Lodge I have received, and return for Answer, that I cannot but comply with the request of a Body for which I have so great a Regard. Pray give my Love to the Brotherhood and Believe me to be with great Sincerity, Your Affectionate Brother and Humble Servant, Edward Bass. Bro' Abr*" Savage. Boston, October 31" 1768. Right Worshipful Brother. The Deputation for our new Grand Master being arrived, I would inform you that the Grand Lodge have appointed Wednes- day the 23'* day of November next for the Installment, and have directed me to write to all the Lodges in New Endand to desire their Attendance at said Ceremony, and to bring their .Jewels & Cloathing with them. AYhercifore in obedience to iheir Commands, I do invite you, the Officers and Brethren of the Lodge at Ports- mouth to attend as aforesaid, and do request you to Write me ^ St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 141 Brother Stavers, what number of Brethren from your Lodge may Probably Attend, that Provision may be made accordingly. I am with great Ti'uth Sir Your Affectionate Brother M' Samuel Warker ) and very humble Servant, at Portsmouth. j Abe" Savage Gr. Sec'^. Answer. Portsmouth New Hampshire Nov"' 5 1768. Worshipful Brother. Our Right Worshipful Master, received your favour and Invita- tion of the 31'' Ult" and last Evening being Lodge Night, the same was laid before the Members then present, which were but a few. As the Weather and Travelling at this Season of the Year is very uncertain, and the great Hurry of our Brethren in the Mer- cantile way, in dispatching their Ships to the West Indies in Order to secure their Freights, makes it impossible to ascertain the Mem- bers that can be present from this Lodge on the happy Occasion ; but as many as possibly can, will Honor themselves by Attending in due Order, and in good Season. I am, Bv Order of Ihe Master and Wardens Your affectionate Brother and humble .Servant, Bro' Savage. Jn° Marsh Sec"^. Boston October 31" 1768. Sir. The Grand Lodge here, having made choice of the Right Wor- shipful John Rowe Esq' to be their Grand Master, in the room of the late R' Woishipful .Jeremy Gridley Esq' deceased, and applied to the Grand Master of England for a Deputation for the said Bro' Rowe ; which Deputation being now arrived, they have ap- pointed Wednesday the 23'' day of November next for his Install- ment, and directed me to write to all the Lodges in New England, to desire their Attendance with the Jewels & Cloathiug of their respective Lodges at said Ceremony ; Wherefore in obedience to the Command of the Grand Lodge, I do invite You, the Officers and Brethren of the Lodges in New Port, to said Installment, the Time above mentioned. I enclose a Letter to the Lodge at Providence, the Master of that Lodge's Name being unknown to me, do request the favoar of you to forward it to him, and if he is unknown to you, it may be enclosed to any known Brother there. Your compliance in the Premisses will greatly Oblige Your Affectionate Brother John Mawdsley, Esq' \ and Humble Servant at Newport Rhode Island J Abr" Savage G. Sec"^ 142 Peoceedixgs in Masoney, I should be glad of a Line from you, to know what Number may Attend from Newport, thiit Provission ma}- be made accord- ingly. iSB. No Answer received to the above. Boston October 31" 17G8. Sir The Grand Lodge here having made choice of the Right AVor- shipful John Eowe Esq' to be their Grand Master, in the room of the late Jeremy Gridley Esq"' deceased : and applied to the Grand Master of England for a Deputation for the said Brother Rowc, which Deputation being now arrived, they have appointed Wednes- day the 23'' day of November ne'xt for his Installment, and directed me to write to all the Lodges in New England, to desu-e their Attendance, wilh the Jewels and Cloathiug of their Respective Lodges at said Ceremony. Wherefore, in Obedience to the Com- mand of the Grand Lodge, I do invite You, the Officers and Brethren of the Lodge in Providence,- to attend the Time above mentioned. You will lie pleased to write me a Line, and let me know what Number of Brethren may probably come, that Provission may be made accordingly. I'our compliance wiU greath' Oblige Y'our Affectionate Brother and Humble Servant, Master of the Lodge at Providence. Abr^ Savage Gr. Sec'-^ AXSWER. Providence Nov"^ 18* 1768. Sir Y'our Letter of the 31" Ult° came to hand the 13"" Inst* Via New- port and was communicated the first Oppertun-ity after by the Worshipful Joseph Brown Master of the Lodge here, who have directed me to inform you, that by Reason of the Ion.; Convey- ance of your Letter, its Contents has not till this day come to their Knowledge, and the fleeting of tlie Grand Lodge being so soon, it so happens with the Officers and Brethren, that neither can attend the Installment of our Right Worshipfull Brother John Rowe Esq' at the Time appointed, and for which we are very Sorry, as our Attendance must have afforded us Peculiar Pleasure in a liappy Meeting of so many of our Brethren. I am in behalf of the Lodge to Assure you of their SaiisCaction in the Appoint- ment of so respectable and Worthy a Brother to the Chair, and to congratulate him and all the Lodgts within his District on the Occasion. and am Sir Y'our Affectionate Brother and most humble Servant M' Abraham Savage. Gr Sec"^ Moses Brown Sec'^ St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 143 Boston October 31" 1768. Sir The Deputation for our new Grand Master being Arrived, I would inform you that the Grand Lodge have appointed Wednes- day the 23'' day of November next for the Installment, and directed me to write to all the Lodges in New England, to desire their Attendance at said Ceremony, and to bring their Jewels & Cloathing with them. Wherefore in obedience to their Commands, I do Invite You, the Officers and Brethren of the Lodge at New- bury Port to attend as aforesaid, and do request you to Write me ^ Brother tStavers what number of Brethren from your Lodge may probably Attend, that Provissiou may be made Accordingly. I am. Sir Your Affectionate Brother M' Stephen Hooper "j and very humble Servant at Newbury Port. J Abr" Savage Gr Sec"^ Ansvter. Brother Savage Nevfburt Port Nov' 15* 1768. I received your kind Letter, with fin Invitntion to our Lodge to be at Boston the 23* Ins,' and should have wrote you an Answer last Weel<, but in the hurry of Business entirely forgot it, and am Sorry to advise you, that it will not be in my Power, to be present at that Time, on Account of my Business, having one Vessel just Sail'd, and two more in loading ; But however shall appoint some one in my Koom, and send the Jewels down with him, and the others which I don't think will exceed ten in all, as many are absent at Sea. I wish you and all the Fraternity the greatest Happiness and am with due Esteem, Your Affectionate Friend and Brother, Stephen Hooper. Sir As the Grand Lodge here made choice of Bro'' John Eowe to Succeed the late R' Worshipful Bro' Gridley in the Office of Grand Master of Masons, and applied home for a Deputation for liim ; I would acquaint you that said Deputation is arrived, and the Grand Lodge have ai)pointed Wednesday the 23" day of November next for the Installment : In consequence of which I am directed to Write to all the Lodges in New England, requesting their Attend- ance at said Installment, and to bring their Jewels & Cloathing with them. And as I don't know who the present Master of the Lodge at Salem may be, or the Circumstances of Masonry there, am obliged to apply to you, requesting that if there be any Stated ' Lodge kept in Salem, You would be so Good as to Communicate the above to them, and desire them to Write me what Number may Attend from their Lodge, that due Provissiou may be made for them : I would at the same Time mention, that it would give the 144 Proceedings rs Masoxry, Lodges here the greatest Pleasure could they be honoured with your Presence, more especially Sir, Your Affectionate Brother A>'DREW OLn*ER Esq"^ ) and very humble Servant at Salem. J ' Abr^ Savage G"^ Sec'^ Verballv Answer'd, That there is no Stated Lodge held at Salem. Boston October 31^ 1768. Sir Tlie Grand Lodge here having made Choice of the Right Wor- shipful John Rowe Esq' to be their Grand Master, in the Room of the late Right Worshipful Jeremy Gridley Esq' deceased, and applied to the Grand Master of England for a Deputation for the said Bro' Rowe, which Deputation being now arrived, they have appointed AVednesday the 23'' day of November next for his In- stallment, and directed me to "\Yrite to all the Lodges in New England to desire their Attendance, with the Jewels and Cloathing of their Respective Lodges at said Ceremony : "Wherefore, in Obedience to the Command of the Grand Lodge, I do invite You, the Officers and Brethren of the Lodge in Marblehead to Attend the Time above-mentioned. As I am uncertain who the present Master of the Lodge at Marblehead may be, do take the Liberty to direct to you, as you was the first Master of that Lodge, Praying, you will Communicate this Letter to the present Master Wardens and Brethren of said Lodge forthwith, and should be glad of a Line from the said Master, to inform me how many Brethren niaj- Probably Attend here, that Provission may be made Accordingl}-. Your compliance will greatly Oblige Your Affectionate Brother and Humble Servant, Doc' John Lowell | Abr"" Savage G' Sec" at Marblehead j NB. No Answer received to the Above. Friday November 11"" 1768. The Grand C ommittee met this Evening, at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern to further Regulate & Order what may be Necessary previous too, & at the InstaUm^ Brother Fitch one of the Committee waited on the Hon'''^ Henry Hulton Esq' one of the Commissioners of his Majesty's Customs, to desire him to use his good Offices at the Boaid, that the Frater- nity may be accommodated with Concert Hall to perform the Ceremonies of the Installment the 23'' Curr' who returned for Answer to Brother Fitch, that he would endeavour to obtain the St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-02. 145 Hall as requested, which Answer Brother Fitch reported to this Committee. The Committee made choice of the following Brethren to serve in the Respective Offices against their Names in Procession on the Installment Day. Viz. Bro"' Thomas Brown, Marslial of the Ceremonies. Jewel, Com- pass & Square, Ril)band Gold Lace. Bro' Job Prince, to Carry the Sword of State before the Grand Master. Jewel, Square Circle & Triangle within one an- other, Purple Ribband. Bro' Joseph Ingersoll to Carry the Golden Compasses. Jewel, a Circle, Purple R : Bro' John Marston, to Carry the Golden Square. Jewel, Geometri- cal Square, Purple R. — Bro' Levi Jennings to Carry the Bible, on a blue Velvet Cushion Fring'd & Tassell'd with Gol(J. Jewel, Compass & Square, Purple Ribband. Bro' Samuel Swift to Carry the Golden Level. Jewel, a Triangle, Purple Ribband. Bro' Francis Johonnett to Carry the Golden Plumb Rule. Jewel, a Semi Circle, Purple R. ' Bro' Thomas Wallcy, ") Grand Stewards with white Wands tip'd Bro' John Joy, V with Gold. Jewels, Square Level & Bro' Thomas Knight, ) Plumb, broad Cherry Colour'd Ribbands. Bro' Samuel Fitch to walk as Master of the Masters' Lodge. Jewel, the Pantheon. Bro' William Jackson "] ( Cross Keys ") as Treasurer ! of Masters' j I r IH Bro' James Jackson f Lodge ] j as Secretary J L Cross Pens J Bro' Lewis Gray \ Stewards of Masters Lodge, with white i Wands, Tipp'd with Hlue & Gold. j Jewels, Level & Plumb, Cherry Bro' Christopher Clai-k J Colour'd Ribbands. Bro' Samuel Calef, to walk as Master of the First Lodge. Jewel, a Square, to broad Silver Lace. Bro' Winslow Taylor ^ Steward sto the First Lodge, with white [ Wands Tipp'd with Silver. Jewels I the same as those of the Master's Bro' Francis Welch J Lodge. Bro' Benjamin Jackson as Secretary to the First Lodge, with Silver Cross Pens to Silver Lace. Bro' Henry Liddel, to walk as Master of the Second Lodge. Jewels the same as First Lodge. Bro' John Box jun' to walk as Treasurer of the Second Lodge. Jewel, Silver Cross Keys. Bro' Thomas Fleet ) As Wardens of the Second Lodge, with the Bro' JS'ath' Patten J usual Jewels. J 46 Proceedings in Masonry, Bro' Lewis Turner ) Stewards of the Second Lodge, with Wands Bro' Edward Carues J & Jewels the same as the First Lodge. The Committee after agreeing to the foregoing appointment of Special Officers thought proper to adjourn this Meeting, and agreed to meet again on Tuesday next the lo"* Curr' — Expence £0:8,,— Old Ten' Tuesday, Xov' IS"-, 1768. The Grand Committee met again this Evening according to Ad- journment Bro' Fitch produced a Letter from M' Hulton, to him, wherein he acquaints him that the Hon"" Board of Commissioners had Consented to let the Fraternity have the use of Concert Hall for the Installment. The Committee thought it Expedient that a General Grand Lodge should be call'd of all the Regular Masons in Town, in Order to lay before tliem what Measures had been taken by the Grand Lodge anil Grand Committee Previous to the Installment ; and to acquaint them of Time, Place, and Orders about the uniform Cloatbing. that eaeh Brother may be properly Provided against the Time, accordingly they appointed FViday the is"' of Nov' Curr' for Slid General Lodge to meet at the British Coffee House, at 6 o'clock P..M. and at the same Time desired the Grand Secretary to i Ihe present Grand Master. ( Cloathed only as a Mason ) '■ 15 The Marshal with his blue Truncheon Tip'd with Gold. In stead of performing the foregoing I'roeession, the whole of the Brethren Assembled in the Hall, and the several OflScers took their Stations in the following Order. Viz' Grand Master Price, in Solomon's Chair. Grand Master Elect, on his Eight hand. Deputv Grand Master on his Left hand. The Two Grand Wardens, at the West end of the Middle Table. The Grand Treasurer, between the North and Middle Tables. The Grand Secretary, between the South and Middle Tables. The Regalia Carriers, Right & Left hand of the Gr. Sec'^ & Gr. Treas' The Marshal of the Ceremonies, behind the Grand Secretary. The Grand Stewards, at the foot of the three Tables. The 6 other Stewards at the Door, & other parts of the Hall where wanted. Tlie Past Grand Officers on each hand of the Grand Master ac- cord^ to Seniority. The Masters of Lodges next without them, on each side. The Wardens of Lodges at the bottom of North & South Tables. 150 Proceedings ix [Masonry, The Treasurers & Secretaries of Lodges, in the middle of North & South Tables. AVhen all hail taken tlieir Places in the foregoing Manner, The Grand Master Opened the Lodge in Ample Form. Then he acquainted the Lodge of the Occasion of their Assem- liling at this Time, in the following Manner, Right Worshipful, Worshipful and Loving Brethren. Ye are Assembled here to-daj- to be Witnesses of the Cere- monial, of filling tlie Chair of Solomon, lately become Vacant by the Death of the Right Worshipful Jeremy Gridley Esq'' of Glorious Meii!ory ; After so great a Loss to Mnsonry, tlie Grand Lodge placed their Eyes on the Right Worshipfull John Rowe Esq' late Deputy Grand Master and now Grand Treasurer to fill the Chair, who was thereupon Constitutionally Elected, and a Petition at the same Time was sent to the Grand blaster of England to confirm said Choice, and Praying for a Deputation of the said Brother Rowe to that High Office ; which Deputation being now Arrived, the Grand .Secretary will read to you from the Reccords what steps have been taken bv ihe Grand Lodge, and afterward the Deputation itself. The (iraiid Secretaiy read the several Passages referr'd to, which see Page li*7. at this Mark *. and Page 131. at this Mark-j-. ibid at this Mark + and l.'il at this Mark X. & 132 +. After reading the above Cited Passages from the Record, the Grand .Secretary read aloud The Grand Master's Deputation as follows. ( Seal j Beaufort G. M. To ALL AND EVEItY OUR RiCHT WoRSHIPFDL, WoRSHIPFUL and Loving Brethren. We his Grace Henry Somerset, Duke of Beaufort, Marquis and Karl of Worcester, Earl of Glamorgan, Viscount Grossmont, Baron Herbert, Lord of Ragland, Chepstow and Gower in Monmouthshire, also Haron Beaufort of Caldecot Castle, Grand Master of the Most Ancient and Honourable Society of Free and Accepted Masons. Send Greeting. Know Ye, thnt We of the great Trust and Confidence reposed iu Onr Right Worshipful and well beloved Brother Henry IPrice Esq' of North America, Constituted Provincial Grand Master for North America b}' Viscount Montague Grand M.ister April IS* 1733. He Resigning, Recommends John Rowe Esq'. We there- fore do hereby Constitute and appoint him the said John Rowe Esq' Provincial Grand Master for all North America and the Tei ritories thereunto belonging, where no other Provincial Grand iSIaster is in being, with full Power and Authorit}- in due form to ]\Iake Masons, and Constitnteand Regulate Lodges, as Occasion may Require, And al-o to do and execute all and every such other Acts and thinus appertainiug to the said Office as Usualy have been and Ous>ht to be done and Executed bv other Provincial Grand St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 151 Masters. He the said John Rowe Esq' taking special care that all and every the Members of eveiy Lodge he shall Constitute have been Regularly made Masons, and that they do Observe, Peiform and keep all and every the Hules — Orders and Regulations, Con- tained in the Book of Constitutions, Except such as have been or may be Repealed at any Quarterly Communication or other general Meeting, togather also with all such other Rules, Orders, Regula- tions and Instructions as shall from Time to Time be Transmitted by us, or by the Honourable Charlks Dillon our Deputy, or by any of our Successors Grand Masters, or his Deputy for the Time being. And We hereby Will and Require you our said Provincial Grand Master to cause Four Quarterly Communications to be held Yearly, one whereof to be upon or as near to the Feast day of S' John the Baptist as conveniently may he. And that you pro- mote on those and all other Occasions whatever may be for the Honour and Advantage of Masonry and the Benefit of the Grand Charity. And that you Yearlj- send to Us or oui' Successors Grand Masters, an Account in Writing of the Proceedings therein, and also of what Lodges you Constitute, ami when and where held, with a List of the Members theieof. And Copies of all such Rules, Orders and Regulations as shall be made for the good Government of the same, with whatever Else you shall do by Virtue of these Presents. And that at the same time you Remit to the Treasurer of the Society for the Time being at London Three Pounds three Shillings Sterling for every Lodge you shall Constitute, for the use of the Grand Charity and other necessary purposes. Given at London under Our Hand and Seal of Masonrv This twelvth day of May A. D. 176A. A. L. 5768. By the Grand Master's Command. Witness Charles Dillon D. G. M. Samuel Spencer G. S. After Reading the Deputation as above, the Grand Secretary said : Right Worshipful and Loving Brethren, Ye have heard the Proceedings of the Grand Lodge read to you, as also the Deputation for the new Grand Master. I therefore Proclaim the Hight Worshipful John Rowe Esq' to be Piovincial Grand Master of Masons of all North America, and may God Almighty Bless him in the Government of the Craft, and us in him. Upon pronouncing as above, the Lodge signified their Ajjproba- tion by the usual, significant Testimonial, of Thre'e times Three. Then followed the Procession round the Hall in the following Order. 152 Proceedings in Masonry, r' Grand Tyler to clear the way. 2* Stewards two & two abre'ast. 3 The three Grand Stewards. 4 Master of the youngest Lodge with a great Light. 5 Wardens of the Master's Lodge. 6 Grand Secretary. 7 Grand Treasurer. 8 P:ist Grand Wardens, two and two. 9 Master of the eldest Lodge with a great Light. 10 Past Deputy Grand Masters. 11 Master of the Masters Lodge with a great Light. 12 Junior Grand Warden. 13 Senior Grand Warden. 14 Deputy Grand Master. 15 Constitution Book on a Cushion. 16 Grand Master Elect. 17 Sword Bearer witli the Sword of State. 18 Grand Master. ly Marshal with his Trunchion. The Procession ended and all returned to their Places. The Grand Master took his leave of the Chair, in the following Speech. Right AVorshipful and Well beloved Brethren : This is now the fourth Time I have Offleiated in this important Office; namely, that of the Installment of a Eight Worshipful Brother, to fill up those Vacancies Death hath fmm Time to Time made in Solomon's Chair. As I look back on those Strokes of Providence, with Regrett, yet when I cast my Eyes arround me and see so many Worthy Brothers advancing in all the Laudable Qualifications ot Masonry, 1 am Comforted, and say to myself. Surely, Masonry can never want a Suitable Head, nor the Royal Craft a Leader. It is with singular Pleasure I have seen the Unanimity in the present Choice, and the Concurrence of the Grand Master of England thereto. Therefore, Brethren, let me once more take my Solemn leave of this Chair, by a Word of Advice to You : Let me recommend to You in the first place, a proper defference to your new Grand Master, Assisting him with your Advice and Aid, in carrying up that great Building, (_ harity ! Regard yourselves as a Body of People the most cousidirable in the World, selected into different Departments for promoting all the Good you can, in proportion to your Abilities and Oppei tunities, not only to one another, but to hU your Fellow Creatures, in publiek obedience to tlie Laws of God, and the manifestation of the Social Duties we Profess. Let each Man, then in every such Department, study his usefulness; not to recline himself in a lound of Selfish Pleasures, or Associate for the purpose of Eating and Drinking, without first paying a peculiar regard to the great Business of Mankind, and to the use St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 153 of our Faculties as reasonable Beings. There is not a more evi- dent Duty incumbent upon us, than to return the kindness we receive, and to be intent in furthering the Interest of those who have been employed in promoting ours. "We should be always desirous of entertaining each other with Social, Virtuous and Chearful Sentiments, shewing gladness when we meet, and ever Meet united. Our Conversation should be the true Knowledge and Improvement of our respective Sciences, Secrets, and Mysteries, for in Knowledge we shall find heavenly Truths. Notie of us should bring with him any Seed of Party Contention ; We should preserve a Modest and subordinate Respect to those endowed with higher Abilities and Superiour Knowledge in the business of Life. Let us call on the great God, the divine Author of every perfect Gift, and the Wise disposer of all Events, to Adorn us respectively with this Jewel, Charity ! and all other Materials, if he thinks it right and Meet so to do ; to incorporate our Hearts with Unity, Love, Strength, and Wisdom, to Contrive, Conduct and Support the establishing in the three Grand Principles, Brotherly Love, Belief and Truth. Finally, Brethren, I commit you to the Holy keeping of the Divine Architect, and the discreet Government of your Grand Master, wishing you all the Felicity that can arise from a Retro- spect View of doing a Series of good Actions ; and that snch may be rewarded not only here, but hereafter, is the Ardent Wish of your much Honoured and Affectionate Friend and Brother, — who now Retires from Your Chair. Grand Master. I am now going to Inaugerate the Right Wor- shipfull Brother whom you have chosen to be Your Grand Master, but first let us Invoke the Almighty Grand Master, and giver of all Good Gifts for his Blessing on our Proceedings. The Prater. O most Glorious and Eternal God ! who art the infinitely alwise Architect of the Universe : We thy Servants Assembled in Solemn Grand Lodge, would now extol thy Power and Wisdom in the Works of Creation and Piovidence : Thou said let there be Light and there was Light: The Heavens opened and declared thy Glory, and the Firmament Spangled with thy handy Woik ; The Sun who rules the Day, gave Light to the Moon ; The Moon who Rules the Night, tells to the listening Earth the surprising Story of her Birth, so that there is one Glory of the Sun, another Glory of the Moon, and one Star differs from another Star in Glory, and all by most Wonderons Signs and Tokens, without Voice, Sound or Language, solemnly Proclaim Divine Mysteries. We adore thee for that distinguishing Characterestick thou hast given of Man, being made in thine own Image, and hast above all thy Creatures made him Lord of this lower World, and given him a Capacity to imitate thy Moral Perfections. We beseech thee to give us thy 154 Phoceedings ix Masoxrt, .Servants at this Time, Wisdom in all our doings, Strength of Mind in our difficulties, and the Beauty of Harmony in all our CVimmunications with one another : But Grant, O Lord ! that thy Servant now about to be Solemnly invested with the Authority and Eule over the several Lodges in this part of ihe World, may be en- dued with Knowledge and Wisdom to instiuet and explain to us the Mysteries of Masonry ; and grant that we may understand, learn and keep all the Statutes and Commandments of the Lord, and this Holy Mystery, pure and undefiled nnto our Lives end ; that Brotherly Love and Charity may always abound among us ; let this be always the Cement of our Society, each one striving how to be most beneficial to Mankind : And when we have finished our Worli here below, let our Transi- tion from this Earthly Tabernacle be to the Heavenly Temple above, there safely Lodged among thy Jewels, we may Shine with thee for ever and ever. We ask all in the Xame of him who stood on the Pinnacle of the Holy Temple, even Christ Jesus, our Lord, Amen. The foregoing Prayer, performed by the Rev'^ Brother Ba^s. The Grand Mastir Elect standing before Solomon's Chair, — and Grand Master Price at his Right hand. The Bible open at the Gospel of S'. John, the Compasses open and the Square laid thereon ail laid on the Table before the Grand Master, he proceeded to give the following Charge to the new Grand Master. The Charge Right Worshipful Brother. The first and most essential Requisite towards a right Conduct in the great Trust you are undertaking, is to Study the Utility, as well as to enforce the Practice of all Moral and Sncial Duties. Another very useful Requisite to a right Condnct. is to know what particularly relates to yourself under this Trust ; and by the influence of that Knowledge, to rectify your consequent Actions. This Precept was wrote in Letters of Gold over the Porch of the Temple of Apollo, and profess'd as a principle Maxim b}' all the Sages of Old. It is the true Philosoi>hical and Practical Wisdom, which settles all Matters right within : It teaches us to regulate unguarded Passions, deliniates the true Scope and System of human Life, and is the only Apparatus for becoming a Pattern and a Guardian to Society. Power is most wisely and properly Lodged in such Hands. Tn you. Sir. every Brother may have an able Friend and Councellor (as the Visitors of Apollo had from his Oracles,) not only to point out his Errors, but to be informed how they are to be corrected and Reformed. Could every Constitution be thus wisely dele- gated, it would be the most implicit Guidance to certain Honour and Happiness ; for by you. Sir. thus founded and enlightened, Order, Politeness, Fortitude, Wisdom, Affability, Friendship, St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 155 -Benevolence, Faith, Hope, Charity and everything Aimable in Society will be Administered ; and, by your Example and Occa- sional Precepts from the Chair, you will so Amply fill, be kindled in the Breast of every Mason. Depend Sir, the application of the many valuable Maxims you abound with, will be enfoiced with less trouble and difficulty, than they are commonly received, as they will be made Familiar by your own Piactice : And I don't Doubt but we shall soon see this Lodge beam out in Radient brightness and disperse Light and Truth among all Masons. The Bible, Sir, which is that Sacred History called the Scriptures, delivered to us by Moses, the inspired Writer of Gods Commands, and Grand Master of the Lodge of Israel, togather with the Writings of the Prophets and Apostles, is the Grand Archive of Masonry, and all the most eminent Virtues, Moral and Divine relative thereto ; it is the Body of our Duty to him that made us, by whom we live, move and have our being. From our belief therein springs our Love and Fear of God, which is the beginning of Wisdom. Our Love and Fear of God, founded in the belief of the Gospel, inspires us with Spiritual discernment, illuminates our Faith, will enable us to Square onr Principles, Level our Desires, and Plumb our Actions. Uur Hopes, our Fears, and our whole Conduct be- come regulated thereby ; they give to Virtue its sweetest comforts ; to habituated Vice its greatest Fears. It is indisputably evident, that Princes, as well. as Peasants, must equally submit to the com- mon disolution of Matter, and when the Hour of our Death Ap- proaches, none dare to ask from whence, nor why it comes ; it is Gods Decree that every one shall Die ; Death is his Messenger to enforce his Law ; nor will he let any of us carry from hence any Mark of human Pride, Treasures or Honours, or any Proof of our Earthly Consequence, but a good Conscience, obtained from a well spent Life ; from whence reflects the most brilliant Legacy we can leave our Friends in this world, a good Name. None but the Actions of the Great and Just Can shine, when mingled are, with common Dust; Then we, in Life, should pay respect to Fame, And leave behind us an unspotted Name. Here Sir, is the Bible, the Compass, the Square, the Level and the Plumb Rule, the Simhols of Masonry : The first is to be the Rule and Guide of your faith ; the others are well known Instru- ments necessary to Builders. The Compass teaches us Prudence and Circumspection ; The Square teaches us Justice and Truth ; The Level and Plumb teaches us the E^quality of States, and Up- rightness of Conduct among Masons. If there be any Virtue and if there be any Praise, think on these Things. Then Grand Master Price took the Collar witli the Jewel append- ing thereto, and put it over tlie Neck of the new Grand Master, and said, " Receive this Jewel as the Badge of Dignity ; The Suu 156 Pkoceedings m Masonry," here Represented, as it enlightens, warms and Cherishes the Earth, so you kre to be the Great Light and Comforter of the Lodges ; The Compass extended on it, sheweth, that his Dimensions and Influences are within the Compass of Science, of which you are to be the Patron. Let me now Seat you in Solomons Chair,* and Cover you with the distinguishmg Badge! of Superiority ; and may you long enjoy this eminent Station, for the good of Masonry, and be a Crown of Honour to yourself for ever and ever. The Grand Master, Deputy Grand Master, Grand Wardens, and all the other Grand Officers, Masters, Wardens and Brethren of Lodges in Couise, Congratulated the New Grand Master upon his exaltation, and then retired to their Places. Then the new Grand Master called to Order by a Stroke of the Hammer and stood up and gave his Benediction to the Brethren, as follows. May the Grand Architect of the Universe, pour down his Bless- ings on this Society, and enable me to discharge the great Trust reposed in me, to the Honour of his Name, and the Royal Art; and may there never be wanting such to fill the Chair who shall promote Masonry, and the Good of Mankind, so long as the World endureth. Amen. The Lodge was Closed in Form. Then the Marshal call'd forth the Officers and Brethren in the Order they were to be formed for the Grand Procession to Church, as follows. ( with the Constitution Book open on his 1. The Graud Tvler, ] left Arm, and a Naked Sword in his Right ( H;md r belonging to the .i9* and 64* Regi- ci rn !-> J j-nT • 1 ments, consisting of 6 Hautboys, 3 2. TwoBandsofMus,ck,U^^^^^^^^ 2 Clarrinetts and one [^ French Horn 3. The Brethren of Newbury Port Lodge 4. The Master and Wardens of Newbury Port Lodge 5. The Stewards of the Apprentices Lodge 6. The two Wardens of the Apprentices Lodge 7. The Brethren of the Apprentices Lodge, two and two . . 8. The Secretary and Treasurer of the Apprentices Lodge . 9. The Master of the Apprentices Lodge 10. The two Stewards of the F'ellow Crafts Lodge 1 1 . The Wardens of the Fellow Crafts Lodge 12. The Brethren of the Fellow Crafts Lodge, two and two . 13. The Secretary and Treasurer of the Fellow Crafts Lodge . 14. The Master of the Fellow Crafts Lodge 1.5. The two Stewards of the Master's Lodge 16. The Wardens of the Masters Lodge 1 7. The Brethren of the Masters Lodge, two and two .... 18. The Secretary and Treasurer of the Masters Lodge . * The Grand Master gently with hoth Hands placed the new Grand Master in the Chair. t and put his Hat upon his Head. St. John's Geand Lodge, 1733-92. 157 19. The Master of the Masters Lodge. 20. The three Grand Stewards 21. The Plumb carrier, The Chaplin, The Level carrier . . . 22. The Square carrier, The Bible carrier. The Compass carrier. 23. The Grand Sword bearer, with the Sword of State . . . 24. The Grand Secretary and Grand Treasurer 25. The Grand Wardens 26. The Deputy Grand Master, The Grand Master, The past Grand Master. 27. The past Deputy Grand Masters, and past Grand Wardens. 28. The Grand Marshal NB. The Names of those who acted as Officers in the foregoing Procession, sec Page 145, except the following alterations, which were made by reason of the Absence of tiiose who were chosen. Viz. Bro' Nathaniel Patten in the room of Bro' John Jo}-, a Grand Steward, and Bro"' Joseph Jackson in the room of Brother Joseph Gardner as Grand Treasurer. Bro' Samuel Barrett went as War- den of the Apprentices Lodge in the room of Bro' Nathaniel Patten chosen a Grand Steward as before mentioned. For the Ensigns and Badges of office which each carried, see the Page afore named against each of their Names. , In the above Order tbe Brethren Marched to Trinity Church, amidst a vast Concourse of 'People, both in the Streets and at the Windows of the Houses in those Streets the Procession Passed through,; When arrived at the Church Door, the Brethren opened to the Right and Left, and formed a Lane for the Grand Master and Grand Officers (preceeded by all the Stewards) to pass through. The Music Playing all the while they were Passing into the Church, and upon the Grand Master's entrance into it, the Organ began to Play, and continued Plnying till the whole had entered, and taken their Places ; There was a very Crowded Auditory, and the Reverend M' Walter Read Prayers, after which the Reverend Bro' Bass Preached an excellent Sermon from these Words in S' John's Gospel, "The Desciple whom Jesus Loved." When Service was over, the Organ began to Plaj' again while a new form of Procession was ordering in the middle Aisle and till the whole were out of the Church : Tbe Procession b:ick to Concert Hall from Cliurch was in the follo" ing Order. 1. The Grand Tyler, as before 2. The Bands of Musick 3. The Stewards of the Apprentices Lodge 4. The Stewards of the P'ellow Cralts Lodge 5. The Stewards of the Master's Lodge 6. The three Grand Slewanls 7. The Plumb carrier, Tlie Chaplin, The Level carrier. . . . 8. The Square carrier. The Bible carrier, The Compass currier. 9. The (irand Sword bearer 10. The Deputy Grand Master, The Grand Master, The past Grand Master 158 Proceedings in Masonry, 11. The 12. The 13. The 14. The 15. The 16. The 17. The 18. The 19. The 20. The 21. The 22. The 23. The 24. The 25. The 26. The 27. The 28. The Grand Wardens Past Deputy Grand Masters and past Grand Wardens Giand Secretary and Grand Treasurer Master of the Master's Lodge Secretary and Treasurer of the Master's Lodge . . Brethren of the Master's Lodge Wai'dens of the Master's Lodge Master of the Fellow Crafts Lodge Secietary and Tieasurer of the Fellow Crafts Lodge . Brethren of the Fellow Crafts Lodge Wardens of the Fellow Crafts Lodge Master of the Apprentices Lodge Secretary and Treasurer of the Apprentices Lodge . Brethren of the Apprentices Lodge Wardens of the Apprentices Lodge Oti3cers of Newbury Port Lodge Brethren of Newbur}' Port Lodge Grand Mai shal In the foregoing manner they returned to Concert Hall (the Musick playing before them all the way) where an Elegant and Sumptuous Dinner was Provided, they arrived at the Hall about two o'clock P.M. and march'd into the Hall in the same Order, and took their PUxccs as mentioned at Page 149, except the new Grand Master in Solomon's Chair, and Grand Master Price on his Right hand. — Here follows a List of the Brethren belonging to the Town who wallied in the Procession : in Alphabetical Order. Viz. — 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. ■ch Nathaniel Abraham Elisha Avery James Arnold . Nathaniel Ames Thomas Apthorp William Bant John Briant . Edward Blanchard Henry Bowers . Samuel Barrett. Me W. '2" L. . Richard Billings, jun' Richard Billings, tert' John Box. P. G. W. John Box jun'. T. 2'^ L Thomas Brown, G Marsh. . . . Christopher Clarke, S M. L Joseph Callender . 18. Benjamin Church jun' 19. Edward Church . . 20. Lemuel Cox . 21. John Cutler, J. G. W 22. Edward Carnes, S.2'iL, 23. Richard Clarke of Mil ton 24. Samuel Calef , M. 1" L 25. Andrew Cazneau . 26. Thomas Dade 27. Phillip Dumaresq . 28. Elias Dupee . . . 29. John Dunn . 30. Samuel Fitch Esq' M M. L 31. Thomas Fleet, W.2'iL 32. Robert Fowle, of Ports- mouth .... 33. Richard Gridley Esq' D. G. M, . . . St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 159 34. Scarborough Gridley . 68 35. Joshua Gardner . . 69 36. William Gooch . . . 70 37. Lewis Gray, S. M. L. 71 38. William Hickliiig W. 72 P'L 73 39. Benjamin Homans . . 74 40. Sliubael Hewes . . . 41. James Hall .... 75 42. Hugh Hunter . . . 76 43. Francis Johonnett . . 77 • Plumb , 44. Andrew Johonnett, W. 78 M. L 79 45. Joseph Jackson, G. T. 80 46. Benjiimin Jackson, Sec. 81 r'L 82 47. William Jackson, T. 83 M. L • . 84 48. Jiimes Jackson, Sec"^ 85 M. L 86 49. Joseph. IngersoU, Com- 87 pass 88 50. Daniel Jones 89 51. William Jones, Sec. 2* 90 L 91 52. Levi Jennings, Bible . 92 53. Benjamin IngersoU 54. Eobert Jenkins, past 93 D. G. M 94 55. John Joy 95 56. Thomas'Knight,G. St". 96 57. HenryLiddell, M.2''L. 97 58. Benjamin Loring, W. 98 P'L 99 59. James Lishman . . . 100 60. Archibald M'^NeiU G. 101 W 102 61. Daniel M-Carthy . . 62. Hugh M'Daniel, pastD. G. M 103. 63. William Murray 104. 64. John Marston, Square. 105. 65. John M'^Lean 106. 66. John Munro .... 107. 67. Mungo Mackey . John Nazro . Job Prince . Sword Christopher Prince . Thomas Morris Piyce Fitch Pool . . . William Lee Perkins Nathaniel Patlen, G Ste John Pemont Moses Pitcher . . Henry Price Esq', past G. M Petei' Roberts . Joseph Russell, T.1"L John Howe, Esq' G.M William Rhodes Abraham Savage, G. S Samuel Swift, . Level George Spooner Richard Salter . . Richard Small . . James Selkrigg . Richard Sylvester . William Taylor . . Lewis Turner, S. 2* L Samuel Thaxter Winslow Taylor, S. 1' L James Sheppard William Vernon Thomas Walley, G. St Levi Willard Francis Welch, S. 1='L Joseph Webb . Alexander Watt John Foster Williams Robert Williams jun' Job Wheelwright, W M. L Barth" Green . Tyler Newbury Port Lodge William Greenough. M George Jenkins, S. W Michael Hodge, J. W John Emery . Sec'' 160 Peoceedings in Masonrt, Strangers who bought Tickets. 108. Cap' Joseph Adams of Sloop Liberty 109. Samuel Elbert, of Geor- gia. 110. Bulkely Emersoa, of Newbury .... 111. Lawrence Frazier . 112. Alex"' Frazier . . . Strangers who were invited at the 117. Rev" Edw'' Bass, of Newbury .... 118. L' W" Boyes, of the Bonnetta .... 119. L' Col. Maurice Carr, of the -29* Keg' . . . 120. Doc'' Catherwood . . 121. L' James Dickson, of y" ^Mermaid 122. Cap' Jobn Fenton, of the Army .... 123. M' Hinks, of the board of Customs . 113. Chichester Forteseue, Officer of Man of War 114. Moses Parsons, of New- bury 115. Moses Titcomb, of Ditto 116. William Perry, from Eng" ..... expence of the Grand Master. 12-t. John Hollovvay, Mate of Romnev . . . 125. L' Meara, o"f the 29"' Reg' 126. M' Paice, Purser of the Mermaid .... 127. Doc'' Patten, of the Sen- egal 128. L' Kdw'* Smith, of the Romnev .... Brethren who Dined at the Hall, 129. Beltshazar Bayard . . 130. William Coffin jun'. . 131. Nathaniel Coffin . . but were not in the Procession . 132. Caleb Blanchard . . 133. Jacob INPDaniell . . 134. James Otis Esq' . . Persons invited to Dinner who were not Masons. 135. The Rev" William Walter, Minister of Trinity Church. 136. M' George Harland Hartley, Organist of Kings Chapel. 148. The 12 Musicians belonging to the two Bands. All the Time the Brethren were at Dinner the Bands of Musick Played, many flue Pieces of Musick, and after Dinner they were joined by the Organ, on which M'' Hartley shewed his excellent Skill and Judgement in Musick. After the Cloth was taken away and the Tables were properly covered, Bro' Fitcli moved for the Consideration of tlie Petition of Bro' William Bant in behalf of Bro' Jonathan Clark Lewis referr'd over to this Time, when the Circumstances of the Affair were made known to the Brethren present it was immediateh' agreed that a Collection should be made forthwitli : Whereupon the Grand Sceietary carried about a Hat to the Brethren in the Order as they sat, and upon returning to his St. John's Geand Lodge, 1733-92. 161 Place found that he had gathered the Surii of Twenty Nine Pounds, One shilling and four Pence Lawful Money. A Motion was made by Bro' Fitch, that part of this Money be given to Bro'' Todd, who was in tlie Boat with Brother Lewis, and being a Stranger here and lost everything he had, after several Arguments it was agreed to be left to the determination of the Grand Lodge, to be Specially called on Wednesday the SO"* Instant for that Purpose. After this Affair was so far settled, the Musick went on till Night, when the Hall was finely illuminated, by Seventy two Candles iu the Chandiliers and Sconsces, and by Nine large Candles in the several Lodges Candlesticks. The Evening was Spent in the fore- going manner till near ten o'Clock, when the Brethren mostly Re- tired. Thus was ended this Grand Solemnity, much to the Honour of the Fraternity, as the like had never been seen in America before, what from the Richness of the Jewels, Badges, Cloathing, and Ensigns of Office — the Good Order and Regularity of the Pro- cession, the appearance of many Honourable and Respectable Brethren, and the uniformity of the Cloathing the Spectators of all Ranks were struck with Admiration, except some few who call themselves Brethren, who had Sufficient to raise their Envy, for it appeared in the Countenances of several of them, as the Procession passed through the Streets to, and from Church. At a Special Grand Lodge, held at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in Boston on Wednesday the SO"" day of November, 1768. Present. R' Worshipful Richard Gridley Esq' D. G. M. as G. M. Robert Jenkins . . past D. G. M. John Box .... past G. W. as S. G. W. John Cutler . . . J. G. W. Abraham Savage . G. S. Joseph Russell . as M. of the 1'' Lodge. Benjamin Loring . S. W. of Ditto. Samuel Fitch Esq' M. of 2'» Lodge. Thomas Brown . . S. W. of Ditto. The Affair of the distribution of the Charitable Collection made at Concert Hall, at the Installment Feast, for the Relief of Brother Jonathan Clarke Lewis and Brother Daniel Todd, (see Page 148 & 160.) was argued before the Lodge : and it was Voted, that the Sum of £29 ,, 1 ,, 4 (being the Sum Collected) be equally divided between them or £14 ,, 10 ,, 8 to each of the Petitioners. Voted, That the Grand Secretary pay to Bro' Lewis tlie above Sum which was Voted to him. 162 Proceedings in Masonry, Voted, That the other Moiety be paid into the hands of the R' Worship' Bro' Fitch, to be transmitted to Bro' Todd, who is gone to New York. Voted, unanimonsly ; That the Thanks of this Grand Lodge, be given to the Rev'' Biother Bass, for his excellent Sermon, Preached before the Fraternity on the 23'' Instant, and to desire a Copy of said Sermon for the Press : And that the Grand Secretary' signify to him the Resolutions of this Lodge, accordingly. Voied, That the Thanks of this Grand Lodge be given to M' Hartley who performed many fine Pieces of iMusick before the Brotherhood on the 23"' Instant, and that the R' Worshipf Bro"^ Cutler, Jun'' Gr Wnrden signify the same to him. Voted, that the Thanks of this Grand Lodge be given to the Reverend M"' Walter, Minister of Tiinit}' Church, for the use of his Pulpit and for Reading Prayers before the Fraternity on the 23'' Instant ; and that Brothers John Cutler, John Box and Robert Jenkins, be a Committee to wait upon him and Signify to him the foregoing Vote. Voted, that three Dollars be given to M' Stimpson, Sexton of Trinity Church, as a reward for his Service and Attendance on said Day. " Voted that the Celebration of the Festival of S' John the Evan- gelist be Omitted this Year. Boston, December 5* 1768. Rev* Brother. I am directed by the Grand Lodge to transmit to you a Vote of theirs, passed at their last Meeting, which Vote wiU sufficiently explain the cause of my Writing to you at this Time. At a Special Grand Lodge held at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in King Street, Boston on Wednesday the 30"" of November 5768, among other Things, — "Voted, (unanimously,) That the Thanks of this Grand Lodge be given*to the Rev'' Bro' Bass for his excellent Sermon, Preached before the Fraternity on the 23'' Instant, and to desire a Copy of said Sermon for the Press ; and the Grand Secretary is desired to Signify the above Resolutions of this Grand Lodge to him accord- Wherefore, in conformity to said Votes, I do hereby return j-ou their Thanks, and request the favour of a Copy of said Sermon to be sent to me, that it may have due Honours done it, by making a proper Impression on the Minds of the Brethren, when they can have a Sedate Perusal of the same. I am, Rev'' Sir Your Affectionate Brother Rev'' Bro' Bass ] aqd very humble Servant at Newbury Port. J Abr" Savage, Gr Sec'^ St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 163 The Answer. Dear Sir. Newbury Port December 8, 1768. I received Yours bj' the last Post, and am Obliged to tlie Breth- ren of the Special Grand Lodg^, lalely held at the Bunch of Grapes for the Compliment they were then pleased to pass upon my Sermon, and for the Honour the^' seem disposed to do me by Publishing it. I am not much used to standing upon Ceremony, especially with a Brother. Whenever therefore, I shall chance to find a Friend going to Boston, who is willing to take the Trouble upon him, I will send you the Sermon, or will deliver it to any Brother, or, other Person whom you shall desire to call at my House for it. I am Dear Sir Your Affectionate Brother Abr" Savage Gr. Sec''' and humble Servant Edward Bass. NB. The above Sermon was never sent up ; though after some time it was applied for again ; but not sent, nor offered in due Sea- son for its Publication, so was never. Printed. At the First Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons in Boston held at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in King Street, on Wednes- day the 14* of Dec'^ 1768. Present. The Grand Master, Deputy Grand Master, Grand Wardens, and several Past Grand OfBcers, with a numerous Assembly of Brethren. Several Brethren stood up and expressed their uneasiness on Account of the Vote of the Special Grand Lodge of November ' the 30* last past, (see Page 162) to Omitt the Celebration of S' John the Evangelist next ensuing. After some Arguments thel-eon, they earnestly requested that said Vote maj^ be reconsidered, as most of the Members of the Grand Lodge were Present. After due consideration of what was offered by those Brethren who were for a Celebration, it was unanimously Voted that the said Festival be observed in the usual Manner, and the Grand Master Nominated the following Brethren to be Stewards, Viz. [Names omitted in the record.] Tuesday, December 27* 1768. Being the Festival of S' John the Evangelist, the same was Celebrated at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in Boston, when and where were Present the following Brethren, Viz'. [Names omitted in the record.] 164 Proceedings in Masoj^kt, At the Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication lieM at the British Coffee House in Boston on Friday the 27"^ day of January 5769. . Pi^sent. R' Worshipful John Rowe Esq' G. M. Richard Gridley Esq' D. G. M. Archibald M-'Neill S. G. W. John Cutler . . . J. G. W. Abraliain Savage . G. S. Robert Jenkins past D. G. M. For the Master's Lodge John Box . . . M. pro. tempore ) Brought Expences Job Wheelwright . . S. W. V £0 „ 18 „ — Andrew Johonnett . J. W. ) For the 1" Lodge Joseph Gardner M. pro. tempore ) .„ Thomas Fleet . . J. W. f • • " ^° " For the 2^ Lodge Willianrjs Thomas Brown, S. W. William .Jackson M. pro. tempore ) . . ,, 18 £2„ 14 „ — Brother Samuel Fitch Esq' came in ) Reckoning 1 ,, 12 ,, 10 after the Gr. Lodge was formed, j Paid tlie Gr Treas' £1 ,, 1 ,, This Night being the Annual Time for the choice of Grand Officers, Our Right Worshipful Grand Master, was pleased to appoint the R' Worshipful Bro' Richard Gridley Esq' to be Deputy Grand Master, for the ensuing Year. Also, he appointed the R' Worshipful Bro' Archibald M'Neill to be Senior Grand W^arden for the ensuing Year, and the R' Wor- shipful Bro' John Cutler to be Jun' Grand Warden for the Year ensuing. The Grand Master was by a Vote of this Grand Lodge, continued Grand Treasurer till the Grand Lodge next preceeding the Festival of S' John the Baptist next ensuing. And the li' Worshipful Abraham Savage was appointed by the Grand Master to be Grand Secretary for the Year ensuing. A Motion was made for a Committee to inspect the Grand Treasurers Ace'' and all Demands on the Grand Lodge ; And Bro" Richard Gridley Esq' Samuel Fitch Esq' and Robert Jenkins were chosen for that Purpose. It was Moved, Seconded, and unanimously Voted, That the Committee for Adjusting the Grand Treasurer's Accompts, be empowered to Settle and Adjust aU Accompts relating to the St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 165 Expences of the late Installation ; and Tvhen they are Adjusted, are to be Reported to the Grand Master, who will thereupoji call a Special Grand Lodge to approve and Order Paj'ment of what may be due to any one on the foregoing Account. Voted, That there be Granted and paid to Bro'' Savage Grand Secretary out of the Stock of the Grand Lodge, Six Pounds Law- ful Money for his Services to this Lodge the Year Past. Voted, That a Grant of Six Dollars be i)aid out of the Grand Lodge's Stock to Bro' Bartholemew Green, Tyler for his Attend- ance the Year past. A Petition was read, from Sundr}' Brethren living at Falmouth in Casco Bay, Pr.iying for a renewal of the Deputation formerly granted to Alexander Ross Esq"' now deceased, on which Account they receommend William Tyng Esq' High Sheriiff of the County of Cumberland for their Master ; After a proper enquiry into the Circumstances of the Petitioners it was agreed that the Prayer of said Petition be granted. It was Moved and Voted that the Petitioners aforesaid be ex- cused paying the customary three Guineas for their Constitution, provided they will make it appear that their former Constitution was paid for ; and that they send up a Copy of said Constitution to the Grand Secretary forthwith to be Recorded. All the Lodges under this Jurisdiction were called over in the usual Manner when none Appeared for, or sent anything for Charity but those of the three Lodges in Boston, a list of the whole see Page 112. The Petition above mentioned. To the Right Worshipful John Rowe Esq' Provinci.nl Grand Master of Masons for North America. The Petition of the Subscribers, humbly Sheweth. That we your Petitioners have this day met to celebrate the Festival of S' John : We have hitherto been destitute of a Lodge in this Town. Upon an application made some year ago, our late R' Worshipful Grand Master, granted a Deputation to our lately deceased Brother, Alexander Ross Esq' but his business being great, and his infirmities greater, prevented his opening a Lodge. We now humbly beg that a new Deputation may be granted. The principle Motive of our meeting togather this day is to unite in this Petition. We also beg leave to recommend our Brother William Tyng Esq' as a suitable person to preside over us as Master. We shall always contribute according to our Abilities to the Support of the Grand Lodge, and we shall endeavour to make a true and perfect Lodge, by shewing Mankind we live in Brotherly Love. We heartily congratulate our Brethren upon the happy choice, our Right Worshipful Grand Master of England, has been pleased to make, in appointing you Provincial Grand Master of America, and felicitate ourselves with the prospect of your continuing iu 166 Peoceedixgs ix Masonry, that important Station for many Years to come. Ttiat it may be the Case, Your Petitioners as in duty bound sliall ever Pray, &c. : ElCHAEl) CODMAN. JeDIDIAII PuEBLE. John Lowther. William Campbell. John Ross. Thomas Oxnard. Samuel Moodt. John Greenwood. Arthur Howell. Joshua Moody. John Perkins. Certificate to prove their fonner Deputation was paid for. Falmouth February 18, 17G9. We the Subscribers being chosen a Committee by the Masons in this Town waited upon M" Ross, who acquainted us that Alexander Ross Esq* told her he had paid for a Deputation to be Master of a Lodge in Falmouth, and that she lately saw a receipt for, (as she thinks) four Guineas and an half, but at present she can't find said Receipt. Jedidiah Preble. John Ross. Copy of their former Deputation. [Seal] Jer. Gridley O. 31. To all and Every Our Right Worshipful and loving Brethren, Free and Accepted Masons, now residing, or that may hereafter reside in Falmouth in the County of Cumberland, within the Province of Massachusetts Bay. The Right Worshipful Jeremy Gridley Esq' Provincial Grand Master of the Antient and Honour- able Society of Free and Accepted Masons in North America, Sendeth Greeting. Whereas, Application hath been made unto us by several Brethren of the Antieut and Honourable Society of Free and Accepted Masons, now residing at Falmouth aforesaid, that we would be pleased to Constitute them into a Regular Lodge that Masoniy may encrease and Florish in those Parts, Now therefore Know ye. That We have nominated, Ordained Constituted and appointed, our Right Worshipful and well beloved Brother Alexander Ross Esq'' to be the first Master of the Lodge at Falmouth aforesaid, and do hereby impower him to Congregate the Brethren togather, and Form them into a Regular Lodge : He taking special Care in choosing two Wardens and other Officers necessary for the due St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 167 regulation thereof, for one Year, at the end whereof, the Lodge shall have Power to choose and appoint their Master and other Officers, and so Annually, the Msister and Wardens for tlie Time being, taking Special Care that all and every Member admitted into said Lodge from Time to Time, have been oi- shall be made Regular Masons, and that they do cause all and every Regulations con- tained in the Printed Book of Constitutions, (except such as have been or maj- be Repealed at any Quarterly Communication or other General Meeting in London) to be kept and Observed, as also all such other Rules and Instructions, as shall be from Time to Time Transmitted to them by Us, or our Deputy, or the Grand Master or his Deputy for the Time being, and that they do Annually send an Account in Writing to us or our Deputy, or the Grand Master or his Deputy for the Time being, of the Names of the Meml)ers of said Lodge, and their Place of abode, with the days and Place of Meeting, with any other things which they may think proper to communicate for the Benefit of their Lodge, and that they do send Two Guineas for their Constitution to be paid into the Stock of the Grand Lodge in Boston, and further that they do Annually keep or cause to be kept, the Feiist of S' John the Baptist and Dine togather on that Day, or near that Day as shall be judged most convenient, and lastly tliat they do regularly Communicate with the Grand Lodge in Boston, by sending to the Quarterly Communi- cation, such Charity as their Lodge shall think fit, for the relief of poor Brethren, as also three Guineas to be remitted to the Grand Lodge in London. Given under our Hand and Seal this 20* daj- of March, A.D. 1762, and of Masonry 5762. By the Grand Master's ) Robert Jenkins D. G. M. Command >■ John Box S. G. W. Edmond QniNCY G : Sec'J' ) Rob'' Williams J. G. W. Right Worshipfull Brother John Rowe Esq' We the Master, Wardens and Brethren of the Holy Lodge of S' Johns in this Town of Portsmouth beg leave to Saluteyou, with our most respectfull Compliments of Congratulations on the Signal favour with which our most noble and Right Worshipful Brother and Grand Master his Grace .John Duke of Beaufort has, been pleased to honour you, in committing the important Charge of Deputy Grand Master over all the Lodges in North America : We are wanting in Words to expi-ess our Gratitude to our Noble Brother wlio has thus graciously condesended to appoint a Gen- tleman of your known and distinguished Character to be the Representative of his most Noble Person: Big with Expectance that' the Cause of Masonry will find peculiar Protection under your Patronage, and we hope soon to see the Principles of Virtue and Morality warmly inculcated among the Brethren in America, by 168 Proceedings in MASONEr, your setting them such examples as shall creat an Emulation among them to exceed each other in Acting npon the Square with all Mankind, and Illustrating to the World that Unity, Love and Friendship is the Cement of our Society. We should have E-teera'd it an Additional Honor done this Lodge if we had been Consulted with, and had joined with our other Bretliren in your Election, but the Respect which we are determined to shew the Deputy Grand Sfester of America at all times shall be as Conspicuous as that of any Brethren whatever. We would request some Tokens of your regard for us, and thrice heartily Greeting you we remain with great esteem Eight Worshipful Brother Your Affectionate Brethren The Master and Wardens of S' John's Lodge in Portsmouth. Sigu'd p Order Portsmouth le"" Feb^ Jn° Marsh Sec'^ 5769. [Seal] Joh7i Boive G. 21. To all and every our Right Worshipful, Worshipful, and loving Brethren, Free and Accepted Masons, now residing, or that may hereafter reside in Falmouth in the County of Cumberland, within the Province of Massachusetts Bay in New England : We John Rowe Esq' Provincial Grand Master of the Antient and Honour- able Society of Free and Accepted Masons for all North America, where no other Grand Master is Appointed, Sendeth Greeting. Wliereas, Application hath been made unto us by several Brethren Free and Accepted Masons now residing at Falmouth aforesaid ; Setting forth that a Deputation was granted by the late Right AVorshipfuU Jeremy Gridley Esq' Grand Mastir of Xorth America, to the late Alexander Ross Esq' for Congregating all Free and Accepted Masons in Falmouth aforesaid, and to form them into, a Regular Lodge ; but said Deputation never taking Effect by reason of the many Avocations and Infirmities of the said Alexander Ross Esq' ; Therefore, Praying that a new Deputa- tion raay be granted by us, to Constitute them into a Regular Lodge, and to appoint William Tyng Esq' to be their first Master: Now THEUKFORE Kxow Ye, That We of the great Trust, Power and Authority reposed in us by his Grace, the Eight Worshipful Henry Somerset, Duke of Beaufort &c : Grand Master of Masons, have Nominated and Appointed our Eight Worshipful and well beloved Brother, William Tyng Esq' to be the first Master of the Lodge at Falmouth aforesaid, and do hereby impower him to Con- gregate the Brethren togatlier. and form them into a Eegular Lodge, he taking special Care that all and every Member thereof, St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 169 and all Transclent Persons admitted therein, have been, or shall be Regular made Masons : And that he appoint two Wardens and other Officers to a Lodge Appertaining, for the due Regulation thereof, for one Year, at the end of which, said Lodge shall have Power to choose and appoint a new Master, who shall Nominate the "Wardens and other Officers &c : for the ensuing Year, and so Annually : And, We do hereby give to said Lodge all the Privelidges and Authority of Stated Lodges ; Requiring them to observe all and every of the Regulations, contained in the Printed Book of Constitutions (except such as have been or may be Repealed at any Quarterly Communication or other General Meeting of the Grand Lodge in London) to be kept and observed, as also all such other Rules and Instructions, as shall be from Time to Time transmitted to them by us or our Deputy, or the Grand Master ot his Deputy for the Time being, and that they do Annually send an Account in Writing to us or our Deputy or either of our Successors, of the Names of the Members of said Lodge, and their Place of Abode, with the Days and Place of Meeting, with any other Things they may think proper to Communicate for the benefit of their Lodge, and that they do send three Guineas for their Constitntion to be paid to the Grand Secretary in Boston, in Order that they may be enroll'd in the List of Lodges in tlie Grand Lodge in London, and further that they do Annually keep the Feast of S' John the Baptist or S' Jolin the Evangelist or both, and Dine togather on said Day or Days, or as near eitiier of them as shall be most convenient, and lastly that they do regularly Communicate with the Grand Lodge in Boston, by sending to the Quarterly Communication such Charity as their Lodge shall think fit for the Relief of Poor Brethren, with the Names of those that Contributed the same, that in case any such may come to Want Relief, they may have the Preference to others. Given under our Hand, and Seal of Masonry, at Boston this thirtieth Day of March, Anno Domini, One thousand Seven hun- dred and Sixty Nine : and of Masonry Five thousand Seven hun- dred and Sixty Nine. By the Grand Master's Command, ) Richard Gridley, D. G. M. Akr"" Savage Gr. Sees' [• Arch" M^'Neill, S. G. W. ) Jn° Cdtler, J. G.. W. At the Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication held at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in Boston on Friday the 28"' of April . 5769. Present. R' Wors' Rich" Gridley Esq', D. G. M. as G. M. Henry Price Esq', past G. M. Robert Jenkins past D. G. M. 170 PfiOCEEDrNGS IN Masonet, John Box past G. W. Arch" IPXeiU S. G. W. John Cutler J. G. W. Abr" Savage G. S. & as M. 1" L. Masters Lodge Job Wheelwright S. W. James Jackson, as J. W. First Lodge, Thomas Fleet J. W. Second Lodge Samuel Fitch Esq' M. Thomas Bto-km, S. W. John Box Jun : as J. W. . John Barrett of Wallinsgford in Connecticutt. The choice of a Grand Trea-:urer (in the room of the R' Wor- shipful John Rowe Esq' G. Master,) being moved for, agreeable to Vote of the Grand Lodge See Page 164, The R' Worsh' Bro' Doe' Joseph Gardner was IS'ominaterl, and being ballotted for agreeable to the Constitutions, he was unanimously chosen for the ensuing Year. The Lodge agreed that the Festival of S* John the Baptist should be Celebrated on Saturday the 24* of June next, and Voted that there be three Stewards appointed to Contract for, and Regulate said Feast, and Bro' Arch'' McNeill Bro' John Cutler and Bro' Thomas Brown were appointed for that Purpose. It was Voted that the Committee chosen in January Grand Lodge, be continued to finall}' settle the Accompts of the Grand Lodge, and State the Ballance of Stock, to be delivered over to the new Grand Tieasurer. Bro' Price past Grand Master laid before the Lodge, a Letter and sundry other Papers, he received from the Grand Secretary in England, and it was moved and agreed to. that a Committee of the oldest Masons be chosen, to consider of the same, and report . their Opinion of said Papers at the next Grand L(5dge : Voted, That this Committee consist of Seven, and Bro' Richard Gridiey, Bro' John Box, Bro' Samuel Fitch, Bro' Robert Jenkins. Bro' Hugh M'Daniell, Bro' Joseph Gardner, and Bro' Archibald M"- Neal were chosen. Any five of the foregoing to be a Quorum, who have full Power to act as the whole. A Petition of Sundry Brethren, living in Wallingsford in the Colony of Connecticutt, was read ; they Praying for a Deputation to form them into a Lodge, for the reasons therein mentioned ; whereupon it was resolved to reccomend them to the Grand Master (now absent) for a Constitution. St. John's Grand Lodoe, 1733-92. 171 All the Lodges within this Jurisdiction were call'd over, (a list of them see Page 112) none appearing for any of them, but the Lodges in Boston. Masters Lodge sent for Expences. . • £0 „ 18 ,, — First Lodge sent for Ditto . . . ,, 18 ,, — Second Lodge sent for Ditto . . . ,, 18 ,, — £2 „ 14 „ — Reckoning ... 1 BalP paid Gr Treas' To the Right Worshipful John Rowe Esq' Provincial Grand Master of Masons in the Province of Massachusetts Bay in New England, and Deputy Grand Master for all such places in North America where no other Grand Muster is appointed. This Petition humbly Sheweth, That your Petitioners having an Ardent desii-e to promote the Honour and Interest of so ancient and Honourable a Science as that of Free Masonry, and living at a great Distance from any Lodge, so that we cannot consistant with our Reason or Interest attend, Our humble Request is. That a Deputation from under your Hand may be granted us, ior the erecting of a Lodge in the Town of Wallingsford in Connecticutt, where we your Petitioners He- side, and that our Trusty friend and well beloved Brother John Barrett, be the first Master of said Lodge : We your Petitioners promising to pay a Strickt Attention to the Laws and Rules of Masonry, according to its Constitution, and we as in Duty bound shall ever Pray, Wallingsford in Connecticutt 24"^ February 1769. Epaphras Nott. Macock Ward. JosiAH Robinson. Samuel Holt. Robert Byinton. Elnathan Street. Amos Ball. Hezekiah Johnson. Samuel Tyler. Daniel Whitney. Samuel Ogok. Levi Comstock. Jonathan Barns. John Webster. [Seal] John Howe Q. M. To all and every our R' Worshipful and Loving Brethren, Free and Accepted Masons now Residing or that may hereafter Reside at Wallingsford iu the Colony of Connecticutt in New England. We John Kowe Esq"' Provincial Grand Master of the Antient and Honourable Society (jf Free and Accepted Masons, for all Noi th America where no other Grand Master is appointed, 172 Peoceedixgs ix Masonet, SeXPETH GREETrKG. TThereas. Application hath been made unto us hy several Brethren Free and Accepted Masons now residing at AVallingsford aforesaid. Setting forth, that thev (living at a considerable dis- tance from any Regular Lodge.) are deprived of the benefits of 3Insonry on that Account : Therefore P*raying that We would Constitute them into a Regular Lodge, and appoint our Bro' M' John Barrett to be their first Master. Now THEREFOKE Kxow Ye. That We of the great Trust, Power and Authority, reposed in us by his Grace the Most Worshipful Henry Somerset, Duilge. at least two thirds of the !M embers in his favour, auil said new Master shall Nominate and Appoint two Wardens and a Secretary for the ensuing Y'ear. also a Treasurer, who must have tlie ^'otes of two thirds of the ]\Iem- bers in his favonr ; And so the s.nme Course Annually. And We do hereby give to said Lodge all the Priveledges and Authority of other Regular Lodges ; Requiring them to observe all and every of the Regulations, contained in the Printed Book of Constitutions (except such as have been, or may be repealed at any Qn.arterly Communication or other General Meeting of the Grand Lodge in London,) to be kept and Observed, as als'i all such other Rules and Instructions as may from Time to Time be transmitted to them by L's, or our Deputy, or Successors to either for the Time being : And that they do Annually send an Account in Writing to L's or our Deputy, or Suceessois to either of f s for the Time being, of the Names of the Members of said Lodge, and tlieir Place of Abode, with the Days and Place of meeting, with any other things they may think proper to Communicate for the benefit of Masonry ; and tliat they do Annually keep the Feast of S' John the Baptist or S' .John the Evangelist, or both, and Dine togather on said Day or Days, or as near either of them as shall be most convenient, and lastly that they do Regularly Communicate with the Grand Lodge in Boston, by sending to the Quarterly Commu- nication such Charity as their Lodge shall think fit, for the relief of Poor Brethren, with the Names of those that Contributed the same, that in case any such m.ay come to want Relief, they may have the preference to Others. St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 173 Given under our Hand & Seal of Miisonry, at Boston the 1" day of May A.D. 17C9 and of Blasonry 5769. Richard Gridlet. D. G. M. By the Grand Master's Command Arch" McNeill. S. G. W. Abr" Savage Gr Sec^ John Cutler. J. G. W. Saturday June 24* 5769. Being the Festival of S' John the Baptist, the same was Cele- brated at the House of M' Edward Bardin, The Kings Arras (formerly the George) Tavern on Boston Neck, when were present the following Brethren. Viz. R W. John Rowe Esq' Richard Gridley Esq'' Archibald M'Neill Jolm Cutler Joseph Gardner Abraham Savage Henry Price Esq' Hugh M'Daniell John Box Samuel Fitch Esq' Job Wheelwright William Hicliling. Tliomas Fleet Thomas Brown James Jackson, William Jones, Joseph Russell, G. M. D. G. M. S. G. W. J. G. W. G. T. G. S. past G. M. past D. G. M. past G. W. M. 2''L. S. W. M. L. S. W. 1" L. J. W. 1" S. W. 2" J. W. 2" S. M. L. T. 1" L. L. L. L. John Box Jun', John J03', Benj" Loring, Bartho" Stavers, Joseph Webb, Joseph Ingersoll, Benj" Jackson, Thomas Knight, Nath' Balch, John Marston, William Lee Perkins, Timothy Folger, William Cotfin, Phillip Dumaresq, Rev"" Nath' Cotton, Edward Carnes, Joseph Henderson, George Hartland Hartley, William Gooch, John Head, Caleb Blanchard, Richard Palms, James Sheppard, John Hitch, Peter Roberts, Richard Clarke, Henry Simpson, Benjamin Leigh, John Almon, Expence 9/4 L. M. each. 174 Pkoceedings in Masonet, Friday July 28* 5769. Being Grand Lodge Night or the Quarterly Communication in Course. The Right Worshipf Grand Master took into Consider- ation, (that as there was no Special Business to transact, and the "Weather being extream Warm,) whether it was expedient for the Grand Lodge to Meet ; when he determined by the Advice and Consent of the Deputy Grand Master and the Grand Wardens to defer the Assembling of the Grand Lodge till the fourth Friday in October next which will be the Stated Time of Meeting for the next Quarter, unless a Special Occasion should require their Meeting sooner. "Wednesday August 9"" 1769. Last Saturday Night, departed this Life for a better, after a long Series of Misfortunes and Inftrmities, that trul)' Upright, Faithful, Good Man, The Right Worshipful Cap' James Forbes, who in the early Days of Masonry in America was initiated into the Mysteries of the Craft, was in July 5753 promoted to the Degree of Grand Warden, and in January 5756 to that of Deputy Grand Master: After he had passed through those Offices, (which he discharged with that Steadiness and Prudence, as did Honour to himself and great Service to Masonry,) he was in April 5757, Appointed Gr:ind Treasurer, which Office he held several Years to great Acceptance, till his misfortunes in Business obliged him to shut up ; Notwithstanding wliich, he restored the Lodges Stock entire to the new Grand Treasurer appointed upon his failing ; which conduct argued his Love of the Society, in preference to the rest of the World. From a due Sense of his Integrity in the several Trusts reposed in him, his unblemished Name among Man- kind, and tlie Respect due to him as a past Grand Officer : By Order of the Grand Master, as many of the Brethren as could conveniently be collected, were desired to atlend his Funeral, with white Aprons and Gloves : Accordingly, about forty of the Breth- ren assembled at the Royal Exchange Tavern Yesterday Afternoon, about four o'Clock, and waited there till the Corps was brought out, when they proceeded in Procession, after the Manner usual at Funerals, dressed in all the rich Jewels belonging to the several Offices in Masonry, and so Marched in that Manner before the Corps to the Burial Ground ; when arrived at the Gate the Breth- ren formed a Lane to let the remaining Procession pass through : When the Interrment was over they returned in the same Order before the Relations of the deceased ; after seeing them home, the Brethren returned to the Exchange Tavern to deposite the Jewels and Cloathing, and then were dismissed. At the Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication, held at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in King Street Boston on Friday the 27"" of October 5769. St. John's Geand Lodge, 1733-92, 175 Present. R' Woi-shipful Richard Gridley Esq' D. G. M. as G. M. Archibald McNeill S. G. W. John Cutler, J. G. W. Joseph Gardner, G. T. Abraham Savage, G. S. Robert Jenkins past D. G. M. For the Masters Lodge John Box . . . as M. John Box jun' . . as J. W. For the 1" Lodge John Joy . . . as M. Thomas Fleet . . as S. "W". For the 2^ Lodge Thomas Brown, .,. as S.^W. The Committee appointed to Adjust the late Grand Treasurer's Ace" being not Ripe for a Report, it was put off till next Quarterly Communication, to receive such Report. All the Lodges within this Jurisdiction were called over in the usual Manner ; No one appearing for any of them except those of Boston as before mentioned : The Grand Master mentioned a proposal of Brother Levi Jennings to him : that he the said Jennings having a large Commodious Room in his House, would offer it to the several Lodges for their better Accommodation. After debating some time on said Proposal, it was agreed to appoint a Committee to View said Room, and hear Brother Jennings's Proposals, which they are to Report to this Grand Lodge at the next Quarterly Communication, whereupon Bro' Joy, Bro' Savage and Brother Cutler were dul}' Chosen for that Purpose. It was Motioned that the Festival of S' John the Evangelist should be Celebrated as usual, which was agreed to unanimously, and Bro"' Joy, Bro"^ Cutler and Bro' Fleet, wfere appointed Stewards for regulating said Feast. Rec* from the several Lodges . . . . £ 2 ,, 14 ,, — Expences 1 ,, 14 ,, 8 Paid the Treas £0 ,,19 ,, 4 ■Wednesday December 27* 5769. Being the Festival of S' John the Evangelist, the same was Celebrated at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in Boston, where were present the following Brethren, Viz. 176 Peoceedings in Masonet, John Rowe Esq' Richard Gridley Esq' Arch"" McNeill John Culler, Joseph Gardner Abr" Savage John Box Edmund Quincy juu'' Samuel Fitch Esq' Benj" Loring John Joy Thomas Fleet Thomas Knight "William Jackson Job Prince Edward Carnes William Jones Matthew Hutchins G. M. D. G M. S. G. W. J. G. W. G. T. G. S. past G. Officers. M. M. L. J. W. M. L. M. 1" L. S. W. D° J. W. M. 2"" L. S. W. D° J. W. D° S. 2^ L. S. P' L. Thomas Brown Lewis Gray, John Box jun' Job Wheelwright, Joseph Russell, Benjamin Jackson Robert Williams Richard Palmes Benjamin Barnard Joseph Calleuder James Otis P2sq' Expence £3.11.6 each. Samuel Swift Esq' William Coffin jun' Edw"" Smith, of the Beavor, James Dundass, of the Rose, Cap' Coppitlwrne Michael Hanna Phillip Dumaresque John Marston Samuel Calef John Blake Peter Roberts. At the Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication, held at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in King Street Boston, on Friday the 26"^ da^' of Jaiiuarj' 5770. Present. R' WorshipfuU Richard Gridley Esq' D. G. M. as G. M. R. W. . . Henry Price Esq' P. G. M. R. W. R. W. R. W. R. W. Robert Jenkins Archibald M-^Neill John Cutler . Abraham Savage . P. D. G. M. S. G. W. J. G. W. G. S. For the Master's Lodge John Box- . . P. G. W as M. Tliomas Brown . . as S. W. Benjamin Loring ... J. W. ) bro' I Exp'' £0 ,, 18 St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 177 F6r the First Lodge John Joy M. Thomas Fleet . . . . S. W. Thomas Knight . . . J. W. bro' Ex- pences . . ,, 18 ti — For the Second Lodge William Jackson . . . M. Job Prince S.W.r .j, Edward Carnes . . . J. W. P®"''®® " " " ^^ " — bro' Ex- £2 „ 14 „ — and Bro' John Box jun' Reckoning 2 ,, 4 ,, 6J Paid Grand Treas' £0 ,, 9 ,, oj This Night being the Annual Season for the Choice of Grand Officers. The Right Worshipful Grand Master being Absent, The R' Worshipful Bro' Richard Gridley Elsq' was appointed to serve in the Office of Deputy Grand Master for the ensuing Year, by the Right Worshipful Bro' Henry Price Esq' past Grand Master, then in the Lodge. Then the R' Worshipful Deputy Grand Master appointed the R' Worshipful Archibald McNeill to continue in the Office of Senior Grand Warden, and the R' Worshipful John Cutler to continue as Junior Grand Warden lor the ensuing Year : He also appointed the R' Worshipful Abraham Savage Grand Secretary to continne in that Office for the ensuing Year, and the R' Worshipful Bro' Joseph Gardner being Nominated by the Deputy Grand Master to be Grand Tjeasurer, being Voted for in the usual Manner, was unanimously chosen to serve in that Office the ensuing Year : And Bro' Benjamin Homans was appointed Tyler to the Grand Lodge & the other Lodges in Boston for the ensuing Year. Voted, That four Dollars be paid to Brother Bartholomew Green, past Tyler of this Grand Lodge, in full for his Attendance the Year past. On a Motion, that some Relief be granted by this Lodge to Bro' Hugh M'Dauiell to clear him entirely from his Debts, which amount to about Twenty Pounds Lawful Money, the R' Worship- ful Bro' Price generously Offered to pay Five Pounds Law- ful Money towards the discharge of said Twenty Pounds, which was gratefully Accepted by the Grand Lodge, and thej' thereupon Voted, that the further sum of Five Pounds Lawful Money be granted and paid by this Grand Lodge out of their Stock towards discharging said Debts. Two Applications were made to this Grand Lodge for Charity. Viz?: One from Alexander Brigsford, and the other from Jane Leadbetter, Widow of Thomas Leadbetter deceased, but as neither Brigsford nor the deceased Leadbetter were known (as Masons) to this Grand Lodge, it was Voted to dismiss both those Applications. 178 PROCEEDmGS IN Masonry, A Letter from the Grand Secretary of Masons in England was read, acquainting tbis Grand Lodge of a design to incorporate the Lodges in England and elsewhere, who hold under the Grand Mas- ter of England, into a Legal Corporation ; The Question being put whether this Grand Lodge approve of the design? It was unani- moHslj' Voted that it was agreeable to every Member. It was Moved, that the Espences of two Packets (directed to the R' Worshipful Bro' Heniy Price Esq'' from the Grand Lodge in England, for the use of this Lodge) be refunded to him. The Question upon the Motion being put, it was unanimously Granted, Amounting to Three pounds, three shillings & Sis pence half penny Lawful ]Money. The Committee to Adjust the late Grand Treasurer's Accompts not being ready to Report, the said Report was postponed till next Quarterly Communieation. The Committee appointed to View Bro' Jennings's Room, reported what they had done in that Affair ; also Reported they had been to View Concert Hall, and conferr'd with M' Turner its present Occupier about it ; It was agreed that the terms of both Bro'' Jennings and M' Turner about their respective Rooms would not Suit the Circumstances of tiie Lodges at this Time. All the Lodges within this Jurisdiction were called over in the usual Manner, no one appearing for an}- of them, but for the Lodges in Boston as before Mentioned. Boston, April 3^ 5770. Last Thursday Morning, departed this Transitory Life (we hope for a better) The Right Worshipful Cap' Hugh M'^Daniel past Deputy Grand Master of Masons for North America, he joined this R' Worshipful Society in the Year 1736 and from the Respect the Fraternity bore him, he was promoted to be Deputy Grand Master in June 1737; He was~at all times a Zealous Brother, and shewed himself such, in his readiness to relieve the distress'd, of what denomination soever ; in the latter part of his Life his Circumstances were greatly reduced, owing to misfortunes in Trade, Leuity to Debtors, and as far as he could keeping open his wonted bountiful hand to aU who asked his Assistance. His Funeral was attended by the Grand OtHcers, Officers & Brethren of the Lodges in Boston, who walked in Funeral Pro- cession before the Body according to the Custom of Masons, he was respectfully followed by a number of respectable People of the Town, and was interr'd in the burial Ground of the Kings Chapel last Evening the 2* Instant after which the brethren return'd to Bro"^ Cutlers to deposite the Cloathing and Jewels &c. St. John's Geand Lodge, 1733-92. 179 At the Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication lield at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in King Street Boston on Friday the 27* day of April 6770. Present. E' Worshipful Richard Gridley Esq"' Archibald McNeill John Cutler . . Abraham Savage Robert Jenkins . John Box . . D. G. M. as G. M. >S. G. W. J. G. W. G. S. past D. G. M. past G. W. For the Master's Lodge John Box jun'' Thomas Brown, Benjamin Loring For the First Lodge John Joy . . Thomas Fleet . , Thomas Knight For the second Lodge William Jackson ""'^'wlbro'Ex- as b. W. y J. W. ) P^"*'^^ ' bro' Ex- M. S. W. , J. W. \ P®'^*'^^ . . M. bro'Ex- pences Reckoning Paid Grand Treas' £0 „ 18 „ „ 18 „0 11 18 )1 £2 1 )1 14 8 H £1 55 5 1) 8f All the Lodges within this Jurisdiction were called over in the usual Manner, when no one appeared for any of them, except those of Boston, above mentioned. It was moved that the Festival of S' John the Baptist be cele- brated in the usual Manner. The Question being put, it was unanimously agreed to : and Bro' Cutler, Brother Joy & Bro' Fleet were appointed Stewards of said Feast. Sunday June 24* 1770. Being the Festival of S' John the Baptist, the same was cele- brated on Tuesday the 26* day of said Month at the Grey-hound Tavern in Roxbury where were present the following Brethren. Viz. John Rowe Esq' G. M. Henry Price Esq' past G. M. Richard Gridley Esq' D. G. M. 180 Proceedings in ]\Iasoxrt, Robert Jenkins John Box Archibald BFNeill John Cutler Abraham SaA'age John Jo^- Benj" Loring Thomas Fleet Thomas Knight Job Prince * Edward Games Matthew Hutchins William Jones Henry LeddeU William Burbeck Thomas Walley, Ezekiel Price Joseph Russell Thomas Brown Joseph Webb, John Box jun' John Marston. Phillip Dumaresque, Daniel M'^Carthy Lewis Gray, George 8pooner, Christopher Prince. Nathaniel Patten. William BarreJl, past D. G. M. past G. W. S. G. W. J. G. W. G. S. M. 1" L. J. W. M. L. .S AV. 1« L. J. W. 1" L. .S. W. 2*L. J. W. 2« L. S. V L. S. ^''L. Peter Roberts Benjamin Jackson, Howard Jacobson, Jacob UPDaniell Henry Bowers, William Turner Mungo Mackey John Foster Williams John Munroe Cap' de Silviere John Briant Richard Clarke Hulda [Holder] Slocum Thomas Bracketts. Expence £2 ,, 16 ,, Old Ten' each. 46. Friday July ii* 5770, being the Time for the Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication to meet, the same was put off by order of the Grand Master, on Account of the heat of the Weather, and no pressing business to be transacted ; till the Stated Time in October next. At the Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication held at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in Boston on Friday the 26* day of October, 5770. Present. The R' Worshipful Robert Jenkins past D. G. M. as G. M. Archibald M-^Neill, S. G. W. John Cutler, J. G. W. Abraham Savage G. S. John Box past Gr Warden Bro' Alwiue Treas' of Quebeck Lodge, & Bro' John Box jun' St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 181 For the Masters Lodge Samuel Fitch Esq' .... M Andrew Johonnett . . . . S. W. Benjamin Loring, .... J. W. For the First Lodge, Jolin Joy M. Thomas Fleet S. W. Thomas Knight J. W. For the Second Lodge, .Job Wheelwright .... M. pro tempT Job Prince S. W. Edward Carnes .J. W. All the Lodges within this Jurisdiction were called over in Course, according to Seniority ; when ho one appeared for any of them, except from those in Boston as above mentioned. Bro' Savage proposed that the Festival of S' John the Evangelist be Celebrated as usual ; which the Lodge unanimously agreed to ; and Bro"' Cutler, Bro' Carnes & Bro' Prince, were nominated, by the R' Worshipful Gr Master in the Chair, and approved by the Lodge, as Stewards for this Feast. Master's Lodge sent for Expences .... £0 First Lodge sent for Expences Second Lodge sent for Expences .... 18 18 11 18 £2 „ 14 „ Expences of Meeting 2.,, 6,, 9^ Paid the Grand Treasurer, £0 ,, 7 ,, 2^ Thursday December 27"' 5770. Being the Festival of S' John the Evangelist, the same was Celebrated at the hDuse of Bro' IngersoU, the Bunch of Grapes, in Boston, where were present the following Brethren. Viz' John Rowe Esq' . . . G. M. Henry Price Esq' . , Richard Gridley Esq Arch"» McNeill . . past G. ' . D. . . S. M. G. G. M. W. John Cutler . . . . J. G. w. Abr™ Savage, . . Sam' Fitch Esq' . . . G. . . M S. M. L. Thomas Brown, . . M. 2" L. Benj" Loring Job Prince . . . . . S. . . J. W. w M. M. L. L. 182 Peoceedings in Masonry, Thomas Knight William Gooch . Edward Carnes William Jones . Matthew Hutchius John Gray . Thomas Fleet Joseph Russell, Lewis Gray, ]VP Ahvine'. Joseph Goldthwait. Job Wlieelwright. John Perkins. Richard Palmes Benjamin Barnard, William Barrell Shubael Hewes Paschal Nelson Smith S W. 1" L. J. W. 1" L. S. W. 2* L. J. W. 2^ L. S. 1" L. S. 2*^ Joseph Callender Phillip Dumaresque William Turner, David Propert, John Blake Joseph Henderson James Selkrigg Richard Clarke Peter Roberts, Samuel Torrey, Expence to each £3 ,, 16 Old Ten^ 88 At the Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication held at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in Boston on Friday the 25"" day of January 5771. — Present. R' Worshipful Archibald McNeill, S. G. W. as G. Ma' John Bos past G. W. as S. G. W. John Cutler J. G.W. Abraham Savage, G.S. For the Master's Lodge Samuel Fitch Esq' Benjamin Loring . Job Prince . . . For the 1" Lodge John Joy . Thomas Knight . Thomas Fleet . For the 2* Lodge Thomas Brown . Edward Carnes . William Jones John Box jun' M. S. W. J- bro' Exp" J. W. . M. . S. W. [-bro'Exp" as J. W. M. S. W. J-bro'Exp"^ J. W. Expences of Bleeting Balance £0„ 18„ 0„ 18,, H 18 n £2 17 14 11 2 )1 — 1 T £ )5 14 n St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 183 9 This being the Season for P^lecting new Grand Officers, the R' "Worshipful Bro' Richard Gridley Esq' (was nominated and appointed by the Grand Master Present) to be Deputy Grand Master for the ensuing Year. The R' Worshipful John Cutler Jun' Grand Warden was. con- stituted Senior Grand Warden, and the R' Worshipful Abraham Savage, Grand Secretary was constituted Junior Grand Warden for the ensuing Year. The R' Worshipful Doc' Joseph Gardner was again Nominated and Ballotted in Grand Treasurer for the ensuing Year. And the Right Worshipful Thomas Brown, Master of the second Lodge was appointed Grand Secretary for the ensuing Year. Voted, that there be granted and paid to Bro' Abr™ Savage the last Grand Secretary out of the Stock of the Grand Lodge, Six pounds Lawful Money as an acknowledgement for his past Ser- vices to this Lodge. > Bro' Savage being made acquainted with the foregoing Vote, generously declined accepting said Grant. Voted, That the Thanks of this Lodge be given Bro' Savage, for his great and good Services done this Lodge, as Grand Sec- retary for several Years past, and also for his generosity in de- clining to Accept the above Voted Grant. Bio' Benjamin Homaus was appointed Tyler for the Year ensuing. Voted, That a Grant of four Dollars be paid out of the Grand Lodge's, Stock to Bro' Benjamin Homans, Tyler for his Attend- ance the Year past. A Motion was made & seconrled, that there be an addition to the Committee appointed to Adjust the late Grand Treasurer's Accompts. Wherefore, Voted that Brother John Box and Bro' Job Prince be added to said Committee for that Purpose. All the Lodges within this Jurisdiction were called over, none appearing for any of them, but those in Boston as above. — At the Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication held at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in Boston on Friday the 26"' day of April 5771. Present. R' Worshipful Richard Gridley Esq' D. G. M. as G. Master. Robert Jenkins past D. G. M. John Box past G. W. Abraham Savage J. G. W. John Cutler S. G. W Thomas Brown G. S. For the Master's Lodge Archibald McNeill . past G. W. as M. Benjamin Loriiig . . . S. W. [- . . ,, 18 ,, — Job Prince J. W. 1 84 Proceedings in Masonry, « For the 1'' Lodge John Joy M. ) Thomas Knight .... S. W ^ . . ,, 18 „ — Thomas Fleet as J. W. ) For the 2* Lodge John Hex jun' .ts M. 1 Job Wheelwright . . . . as S. W. ^ . . ,, 18 ,, — Thomas Avlvvin as J. W. ) 2„14„ — Expence of Meet^ 1 ,, 5 ,, 8 Balance £ 1 u 8 ,, 4 The Lodge was informed from the Chair that a number of Brethren belonging to Nantucket had Petitioned for a AVariaut to hold a Lodge in that Elace, and said Petition being read, the Grand Master asked Counsel of the Lodge, who joined with him in Opin- ion that the Grand Secretary do acquaint the Petitioneis by Letter, that Three Master Masons are necessary to the Constituting a New Lodge ; also with the Expence attending the same : and de- sire them to Nominate one of the Petitioners for their first Master. A Motion was made that the Feast of S' John the Baptist be Celebrated in June next. The Question being put, it passed in the AfHrmative. Upon which another Motion was made that it be Celebrated out of Town. And the Question being put, it passed in the Affirmalive. Brother Cutler, Brother Savage, and Brother Knight were appointed Stewards of said Feast. A Petition of Relief Ellery for Charity, Also a Motion made by Brother Cutler that some Charity be granted the AVidow of our late Brother Ambrose Downes, were taken into Consideration, and both refer'd to the Grand Feast. All the Lodges within this Jursidiction were called over, none appearing for any of them, but those in Boston as above. The Petitiox above mentioned from Nantucket. To the Right "Worshipful John Rowe Esq' Grand Master Mason for North America. Right Worshipful Sir, We the Subscribers being sensible that it lies in our Power to Propagate that Ancient & Honorable Societ}' of Free and Ac- cepteii Masons here in this Place : And as we think it our indis- pensible Duty to use our best Endeavours to Propagate so noble an Art with all the Strictness and Regularity as becomes Members of a just and perfect Lodge ; And Right Worshipful we are like- wise sensible that no one ought to come to auv light or knowledge St. John's Geand Lodge, 1733-92. 185 by any Clandestine or unregular Method, that may tend to cast any Disgrace upon the P'rateruity, which we shall always be sorry to hear of ; And we shall always use our best Endeavours to pro- mote so laudable a Society when it is established in due form. And now R' Worshipful Sir, We desire and request of your Wor- ship that if it is consistant with your will and pleasure that you would send us a Warrant so that we may have a just and perfect Lodge Consecrated here, so that when any Candidates offer them- selves, we may be able to deal with them iu due form. — Right Worship our Motive is this, first our Duty to our Maker; sec- ondly to our fellow men ; thirdly to the Fraternity in general throughout the Globe ; and Sir we would acquaint your Worship that there is several that hath offered themselves as Candidates thinking that we had power to deal with them, & Men of good Character, And now Right Worshipful we would have you to take the Matter into your serious Consideration, and to act agreeable to the trust reposed in you, and if your Worship thinks we are worthy of a Warrant and will send us one, we your worthy Brothers in Duty Bound shall ever pray. Will" Brock. M.M. Nantucket, April 16. 1771. Jos" Deniston P-S. Henry Smith We would desire your Wor- William Worth ship to send us an Answer Chris^ Husset F.C. as soon as is Convenient. Tim" Folger D° Boston 27'" April 1771. Sir. At a Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication held at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in Boston on Friday the 26* Instant, a Petition from a Number of Brethren dated at Nantucket April IG"" 1771. requesting a Warrant to hold a Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons in said Place was Read ; And after, due Consideration thereon, the Grand Master with the Advice of said Grand Lodge directed "that the Grand Secretary do acquaint the Petitioners "by Letter that Three Master Masons are necessary to the con- " stituting a New Lodge ; also with th'e Expence attending the "same; And desire them to Nominate one of the Petitioners for "their first Master." In Obedience to said Direction I take this Opportunity thro' you Sir, to acquaint the said Petitioners with the Proceedings of the Grand Lodge relative to their Petition, and inform you that the Cost of a Deputation will be Three Guineas and an half, to be paid on the delivei'V thereof. I likewise desire you would let me know if there are Three Master Masons of your Number : And who 30U think fit to Nominate as your first Master. After I am made acquainted with these Particulars, I presume the Grand 186 Proceedings in Masonry, Master will give Directions for a Deputation to be made out wilh all convenient Dispatch. Interim I remain, Sir, Your and the other Petitioners M' Christ" Husset | Affectionate Brother at Nantucket. j and very humble Servant Tho : Brown G'. Sec'^. [Seal,.] John Rowe O. M. To all and Everj' our Right "Worshipful and Loving Brethren, Free and Accepted Masons now Residing or that may hereafter Reside in Sherburne in the County of Nantucket in the Piovince of the Massachusetts Bay in New England. AVe John Rowe Esquire Provincial Grand Master of the Antient and Honourable Society of Free and Accepted Masons for all North America, where no other Grand Master is Appointed, Send GREEiraG. Whereas Application hath been made unto us by several Brethren Free and Accepted Masons no\v residing at Sherburne aforesaid ; setting forth that they thiolc it their indispensible Duty to propa- gate the Royal Art witli all the Strictness and Regularity that becomes Masons of a just and ijerfect Lodge ; that they shall always use their best Endeavours to promote so laud^ible a Society when it is Established in due form : Therefore Pray that we would Constitute them into a Regular Lodge, and appoint our Brother Captain AVilliam Brock to be their first Master. Now THEREFORE KNOW Ye, That "\Ye of the great Trust, Power and Authority, reposed in us by his Grace the Most AVorshipful Henry Somerset, Duke of Beaufort &c Grand Master of Masons, have Constituted and Ap- pointed our Right Worshipful and well beloved Brother Captain William Brock to be the first Master of the Lodge at Sherburne aforesaid, and do hereby impower him to Congregate the Brethren together, and form them into a Regular Lodge, he taking special Care that all and every Member thereof, and all transient Persons admitted therein have been, or shall be regular made Masons. . And that he appoint two Wardens and other Officers to a Lodge Appertaining, for the due Regulation of said Lodge for One Y'ear ; at the end of which he shall Nominate a new Master to be approved by the Lodge, at least two thirds of the Members in his favour, and said new Master shall Nominate and Appoint two Wardens and a Secretary for the ensuing Year, also a Treasurer, who must have the Votes of two thirds of the Members in his favour ; and so the same Course Annually. And we do hereby give to said Lodge all the Privileges and Authority of other Regular Lodges ; Requir- ing them to observe all and every of the Regulations contained in the Printed Book of Constitutions (except such as have been, or St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 187 may be Repealed at any Quarterly Communication or other General Meeting of the Grand Lodge in London,) to be kept and observed, as also all such other Rules and Instructions as may from Time to Time be transmitted to fhem by Us, or our Deputy, or Successors to either for the Time being : And that they do Annually send an Account in Writing to Us, .or our Deputy, or Successors to either of Us for the Time being, of the Names of the Members of said Lodge, and their Place of Abode, with the Days and Place of Meeting, with any otlier things they may think proper to Communi- cate for the benefit of Masonry ; And that they do Annually keep the Feast of S' John the Baptist, or S' John the Evangelist, or both, and Dine , together on said Day or Days, or as near either of them as shall be most convenient : And lastly, that they do Regularly Communicate with the Grand Lodge in Boston, by send- ing to the Quarterly Communication such Charity as their Lodge shall think fit, for the Relief of Poor Brethren, with the Names of those that Contriliuted the same, that in case any such may come to want Relief, they may have the preference to others. Given under Our Hand and Seal of Masonry at Boston the 27th Day of May A:D 1771. and of Masonry 5771. Rich" Gridley D. G. M. By the Grand Master's Command Jn" Cutler S. G. W. Tho : Brown Gr : Sec^^. Abr" Savage J. G. W. Monday June 24* 1771, being the Festival of S' John the Baptist, the same was celebrated on Tuesday the 25"' Day of said Month at the House of M' Thomas Braekett, The Kings Arms Tavern on Boston Neck, when were present the following Brethren — Viz' : John Rowe Esq' G. M. Henry Price Esq' P. G. M. Richard Gridley Esq' D. G. M. Robert Jenkins. P. D. G. M. John Cutler S. G. W. Abraham Savage J. G. W. Joseph Gardner G. T. "William Coffin Benjamin Jackson, Joseph Russell. William Jones Richard Clarke. Peter Roberts Thomas Knight. William Burbeck John Dean William Turner Joseph Dean Jacob M'Daniell John Box jun' John Mai'ston William Barrell William Gooch Samuel Swift Esq' William Spooner Richard Palmes Matthew Hutchins Thomas Fleet. John Joy Edward Carnes John Briant. Arch"" M"Neill, P. G. W. Expence to each £3 ,, 12 ,, Old Tenor. 188 Peoceedings in Masonry, To the Right Worshipfull John Rowe Esquire Grand blaster of Masons in all Nortii America where no other Grand Master is appointed ; the Petition of the Brethren of that Antii^nt and Honorable Society in the Town of Guilford in Connecticutt Humbly Sheweth, That your Petitioners have all been made Masons in a jnst and due form, and in Lodges duely Cora- missioned and Authorized thereunto. Viz' in N : Haven, Walling- ford and other Lodges ; that we live at a great Distance from any regular Lodge and are deprived of the Benefits of Masonry on that account, therefore Humbly Request that we maybe made a regular Lodge and our Brother Bilious Ward be appointed to be the first Master of the same : and we do promise strictly to 01)serve all the Laws and Regulations of Masonry, and to the utmost of our Power to Support and Contribute to the well being of the Craft, and vour Petitioners shall ever Pray To Tim Ward The R' Worshipf" John Rowe Esq'' Bii.iols Ward Grand blaster of ^lasons &c. David Lanuon* Boston. Tim Ludingtox Ebe" Waterhous ASHER FaIRCIIILD Benj" Stoke pr favour of Giles Trubeah B" Rockwell. Sam'-'- Joiixsox [Seal,] John Rowe Grand Master. To ALL AND Evert our Right Worshipful and Loving Brethi;en, Free and Accepted Masons now Residing or that may iiereafter Reside in Guilford in the Colony of Connecticutt in Xew England. We .John Rowe Esquire Provincial Grand Master of the Antient and Honourable Society of Free and Accepted Ma.-ons for all North America, where no other Grand Master is Appointed Send Greeting. Whereas Application hath been made unto ns by Timothy Ward, Bilious Ward, David Landon, Timothy Ludington, Ebene- zor Waterhouse, Asher" Fairchild, Benjamin S'tone, Giles Trubear, and Samuel .Johnson, Free and Accepted Masons now residing la Guilford aforesaid ; setting forth that they live at a great Distance from any regular Lodge, and are deprived of the Benefits of Masonrt on that account. Therefore humbly Request that they may be made a regular T>odge, and Appoint our Brother M' Bilious Ward to be the first Master of the same, and do promise strictly to observe all the Laws and Regulations of Masonry, and to the utmost of their Power, Support and Contribute to the well being of the Craft. St. John's Gkand Lodge, 1733-92. 189 Now THEREFORE KNOW Ye That we of the great Trust, Power find Anthoritj', reposed in us by hif3 Grace the most Worshipful Henky Somersist, Duke of Beaufort &c Grand Master of Masons, have ConstiUited . and Appointed our Kight Worshipful and well beloved Brother M' Bilious Ward to be the first Master of the Lodge at Guilford aforesaid, and do hereby inipower him to Congregate the Brethren together, and form into a Regular Lodge, he taking special Care that all, and every Member thereof, and all transient Persons ad- mitted therein have been, or shall be regular made Masons: and that he appoint two Wardens, and other OtHcers to a Lodge Appertaining, for the due Eegulation of said Lodge for One Year ; at tlie end of which he shall Nominate a new Master to be approved by the Lodge, at least two thirds of the Members in his favour, and said new Master shall Nominate and Appoint two Wardens and a .Secretary for the ensuing Year, also a Treasurer, who must have the Votes of two thirds of the Members in his favour ; and so the same Course Annually. And we do iieueby give to said Lodge all the Privileges and Authority of other Regular Lodges ; Requiring them to observe all and every of the Regulations contained in the Printed Book of Con- stitutions (except such as have been, or may be Repealed at any Quarterly Communication or other general Meeting of the Grand Lodge in London,) to be kept and observed, as also all such other Rules and histructions as may from time to time be transmitted to them by Us, or our Deputy, or Successors to either for the Time being : And that they do Annually send an Account in Writing to Us, or our Deputy, or Successors to either of Us for the Time being of the Names of the Members of said Lodge, and their Place of Abode, with the Days and Place of Meeting, with any other things they may think proper to Communicate for the bene- fit of Masonry ; and that they do Annually keep the Feast of S' Jolin the Baptist, or S'' John the Evangelist, or both, and Dine together on said Day or Days, or as near either of them as shall be most Convenient : And lastly that they do Regularly Commu- nicate with the Grand Lodge in Boston, by sending to the Quarterly Communication such Charity as their Lodge shall think fit for the Relief of Poor Brethren, with the Names of those that Contributed the same, that in case any such may come to want Relief, they ma}' have the preference to others. Given under Our Hand and Seal of MASONRY at Boston the 10'" Day of July A:D 1771 and of MASONRY 5771. Richard Gridley D. G. M. By the Grand Jn° Cutler S. G. W. Master's Command, Abr" Savage J. G. W. Tho : Brown Gr : Sec'^. p. D. G. S. G. W. J. G. W. G. S. P. G. W. P. G. W 190 Proceedings in Masonry, Friday July 26"' 5771, being the Time for the Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communicatioa to meet, the same was put off by order of the Grand Master, on account of the heat of the Weather, and no pressing Business to be transacted ; till the stated Time in October next. At the Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication held at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in Boston on Friday the 25"" Day of Octo- ber 5771. Present. R'. Worshipful Robert Jenkins P. D. G. M. as Gr : Master. John Cutler Abraham Savage Thomas Brown John Bos Archibald M-^Neill John Box Junior. Thomas Knight S. W. of y" 1^ Lodge. All the Lodges within this Jurisdiction were called over, none appeared for any of them, save for the First and Second Lodges in Boston. A Motion being made, that the sense of the Lodge might be taken, whether the having a Number of Circular Letters Printed, and regularly transmitted by the Grand Secretary to the Lodges in general, within this Jurisdiction, previous to the Quarterly Communications ; therein desiring the Masters and Wardens of said Lodges to Attend if convenient, and bring, or otherways send what Charity their Lodges shall think proper, to be depobited in the Grand Fund of Charity in Boston for the Relief of distressed Brethren ; would not be a probable means of increasing the gen- eral Fund of Charity. After due Consideration thereon : it was Unanimously Toted, that the Grand Secretary be, and is hereby Authorized, to get 500 of such Letters immediately Printed, at the Expence of this Grand Lodge, and transmit them regularly, agree- able to the foregoing Motion. A Motion was made that the Feast of S' John the Evangelist be Celebrated in December next. The Question being put, it passed in the Affirmative. Upon which, Bro' McNeill, Bro'' Cutler, Bro"' Savage and Bro' Brown were appointed Stewards of said Feast. First Lodge sent for Expences . Second Lodge sent for Expences Expences of Meeting Balance . £0 18 18 )1 1? 1 1 )1 16 5 7) 5» 7 £0 tt 10 11 5 St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 191 Friday December 27* 1771, being the Festival of S' John the Evangelist, the same was celebrated at the House of Brother Joseph Ingersol, the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in Boston, where were present the following Brethren .... Viz'. John Rowe Esq"' G. M. Richard Gridley Esq' D. G. M. Robert Jenldns P. D. G. M. William Coffin P. G. W. John Cutler 8. G. W. Abraham Savage J. G. W. Joseph Gardner G. T. Thomas Brown G. S. Thomas Knight M. F. Lodge. John Box Jun' M. S. Lodge. Benj° Barnard Scarborough Gridley Benj" Loriug. Timothy- Folger. Edw* Tirrel Smith Joseph Russell Joseph Ingersol. Thomas Fleet Edward Carnes. Jos'" Henderson Matthew Hutchins. Samuel Haynes Benj° Homans. Benj" Jackson Eben' Bridgham John Blake Benj" Mul. Holmes John Marston Dan' McCarthy Will-" Gooch Mungo M°Key Jacob M"Daniell Peter Roberts James Dundass Job Wheelwright Philip Dumaresq, Job Prince Arch'^ McNeill Jon' Blodget William Turner. Rich-i Clark Bro"^ Russell made Application to the Lodge for Charity in behalf of M" Downes, Widow to our Brother Ambrose Downes ; whose Circumstances he represented as deplorable : at the request of the Grand Master a Collection was made, amounting to £3 ,, 1 ,, 4 lawful Money; which Sum was paid to Bro' Russell, for the Use of the said M" Downes. Bro' Brown presented a Petition to the Lodge from our Bro' Cap' William Hayes, for Charity, which was Read, and at the request of the Grand Master a Collection was made amounting to £3 ,, ,, 2 lawful Money; which Sum was paid Bro' Brown for the Use of the Petitioner. Expence to each, for the Feast £3 ,, 7 ,, 6 Old Tenor. At the Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication held at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in Boston on Friday the 2-1"' Day of January 5772. 192 Proceedings ix Masoxry, Present. R' Worshipful Robert Jenkins P. D. G. M. as Gr : Master. John Cutler . . . S. G. VT. Abraham Savage . . J. G. "\V. John Box . . . . P. G. AV. For the Mast" Lodge Arch* M^ ^'eal P. G. W. JIast' pro : Job Prince . . S. ^\'. Thomas Fleet . . J. W. For the l"* Lodge Thomas Knicrht M. ) William GooA S. TV. C bro' Exp" . . . ,. IS ., Jacob M'Daniell J. W ) For the 2* Loilge John Box jun' M. ") Edward Carnes .S. VT. pro : ' bro' Exp' . . .. 18 ., Benj" Church J. AV. \ Thomas Brown Gr • ■Sec'^ 1 ,, 16 .. Exp' of meeting, 1 ,, 12 .. 0^- Balance, .... £0 .. 3 ., 21 This being the Season for Electing Grand Officers, the R' Wor- shipful Richard Gridley I-^sq' was nominated and appointed (by the Grand Master present) to be Deputy Grand Master for the ensuing Year. The R' Worshipful John Cutler present Senior Grand Warden was constituted .Senior Grand Warden: and the R' Worshipful Abraliam Savage present Junior Grand Warden was constituted Junior Grand Warden for the ensuing Year. The R' Worshipful Docf Joseph Gardner was again nominated and unanimously Ballotted in Grand Treasurer for the ensuing Year. And the R' Worshipful Thomas Brown was appointed Grand Secretary for the ensuing Year. Bro' Benjamin Homans was appointed Tyler for the Year ensuing. Voted that a Grant of four Dollars be paid out of the Grand Lodges Stock to Bro' Beujaniin Homans, Tyler for his Attendance the Year past. Enquiry was made, why the Committee long since appointed to Adjust the Accounts of this Lodge with the R' Worshipful Bro' Rowe late Treasurer had not complyed with the Vote for that purpose ; Reply was made, that they were possessed of no nee- St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 193 essary Papers to enable them to effect a Settlement with Bro*" Eowe. Upon which the Grand Secretary was directed to furnish said Committee wilh such Papers as would enable them to make an equitable Adjustment of said Accounts, and ascertain the exact Balance in Bro^ Eowes hands, and make Report at the next Quarterly Communication. A List of all the Lodges within this Jurisdiction was regularly called over, and no one appeared to answer for an}' of them, save for the First and Second Lodges in Boston. At the Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication held at the Bunch of Gra^Des Tavern in Boston on Friday the 24"' April 5772. Present. H'. 'Worshipful John Cutler S. G. W. as Gr: Master. Abraham Savage J. G. W. as S. G. W. Johu Box P. G. W. as J. G. W. Thomas Brown G. S. Robert Jenkins P. D. G. M. Arch* M'Neill P. G. W. For the 1"' Lodge Thomas Knight M. ) Edward Carnes S. W. pro: [• brought Expences ,, 18 ,, Jacob M'Uaniell J. W. j For the 2* Lodge John Box jun'. . M 1 v i,* Benf Church. . S. W. [brought Tiiomas Fleet . . J. W. pro : ) ^^Penees, Expence of Meeting . Balance A Committee having been appointed some time since to adjust the Accounts between our R' : Wor : Bro Rowe and this Grand Lodge, some of whom are Invalids, and others often out of Town, and bj' that means not able to attend the Business, Voted that Bro : M'^Neill, Bro : Savage, Bro : Knight, Bro : Church and Bro : Prince be a Committee for that purpose and make report the next Quarterly Communication. Upon a Motion made in this Grand Lodge, that whereas upon inspection of the late Grand Treasurers Accounts which were never brought to an Adjustment before this Time, we find that no 11 18 )) 1 1 11 16 2 ?1 Hi eo 1) 13 1 1 0* 194 Proceedings in Masonry, Charge is made for any Gratuity to our Rev'' Brother Edward Bass, for the Expence of his Journey to Boston, and his excellent and brotherly Labours in studying and delivering a Sermon to the Fraternity at the Instalment of the Grand Master in the Year 1768. Wherefore Voted, that the Grand Secretary be desired to write a handsome Apology to the said Rev'' Brothei- with a Copy of this Vote, and that the Sum of Six Guineas be forthwith sent to him in consideration of the Services aforesaid. Voted, that the Feast of S' John the Baptist be celebrated on the 24"^ June next, and that Bro : Cutler, Bro : Fleet and Bro: Carnes be a Committee to make Provission for the same. A List of aU the Lodges within this Jurisdiction was regularly called over, and no one appeared to answer for them, save for the first and second Lodges in Boston. Wednesday June 24"" 1772, being the Festival of S'. John the Baptist, the same was celebrated at the House of Brother Thomas Brackett, the Kings Arms Tavern on Boston Neck, when were present the following Brethren . . Viz' ■ John Rowe Esq'' Henry Price Esq' Rob' Jenkins . John Cutler . Abrah" Savage Joseph Gardner Thomas Brown William Coffin John Box . Arch'* M'=Neill Thomas Knight. Joseph Adams Samuel Barrett John Box jun' William Jones William Spooner Job Wheelwright John Fleeming Benj' Church. Thomas Fleet Levi Jennings Matthew Hutchins Joseph Ingersol Shubael Hewes G. M P. G. M. . . . . P. D. G. M . . . S. G. W. . . J. G. W. . . G. T. . . G. S. . . P. G. W. . . P. G. W. . . P. G. W. Benj" Jackson William Gooch Eben"' Bridgham Edward Carnes Andrew Christie Philip Dumaresq Francis Welch John Joy Peter Roberts Henry Leddell Samuel Fitch Esq' Nath' Balch Edward Benson Be nj» Homans (Tyler). Expence to each £3 ,, 3 ,, 0. Old Tenor. St. John's Geand Lodge, 1733-92. 195 At the Grand. Lodge or Quarterly Communieation hel'.l at the, Bunch of Grapes Tavern in Boston on Friday the •24"' day of July 5772. Present. R' Worshipful John Rowe Esq' Gr : Master John Cutler . . . S. G. W. Abraham Savage . J. G. W. Robert Jenkins . . P. D. G, M. John Box . . . . P. G. W. John Joy . . . . M of Masf" Lodge John Box jun"" . . M of 2* Lodge Thomas Fleet j S. W. of Mast" Lodge ( & Gr : Sec' pro : Tem : William Gooch Sen"' W- of 1" Lodge. The Grand Master communicated to the Lodge a Petition from Eighteen Members of S' John's Lodge in Boston, praying to be embodied into a distinct Lodge by the Name of the Rising Sdn Lodge*, when, after a considerable Debate, it was agreed that the Grand Master should grant them a Deputation agreeable thereto, under such Charges as the Constitution requires ; and that he would inform them to prepare themselves for that Purpose by September next. The Reckoning being 1 6/6 J^, was paid, one half by the Treas- urer of the First, and the other half by the Treasurer of the Secoud Lodge. * To the Right Worshipful John Rowe Esq' Grand Master of Masons for North America. We the Subscribers duly admitted and regular Members of the Lodge of S' John's in Boston New England humbly beg leave to intreat the indulgence of our Right Worshipful Grand Master, that he would be pleased to grant a deputation under the Seal of the Grand Lodge embodying the Brethren who have subscribed to this Petition into a distinct Lodge under the denomination of the Rising Sun Lodge to be convened the First Wednesday in ever}' month or oftner if the exigencies of the Lodge shall require, at the British Coffee House in King street Boston New England. And we beg leave furtlierto address the Right Worshipful Grand Master entreating him that he would be pleased to appoint our Brother Benjamin Chcrch jun' the Right Worshipful Master of the Rising Sun Lodge for the remainder of this, and the year en- suing, with all the Powers, Priviledges, Honours and Distinctions with which it has been usual for you and your Right Worshipful Predecessors to invest any Brother whom they have been pleased to elevate to the Sacred Chair. We are encouraged to hope the acquiescence of our Right Wor- shipful Grand Master in this request as our Principal Motive is to 196 Prockedings is Masonry, promote Brotherly Love and Charity and to restore that harmony and good fellowship wliich is the distinguishing ornament, of the Craft and to recover to Masonry that estimation among mankind so generous and laudable an Establishment was originally calcu- lated to obtain and secure. And your Petitioners as in Duty bound shall ever Pray. Boston New England 22"* June 1772. Benj* Church jcs^ Nath^ Balch John Fleeming Nath : Abraham Jacob McDaniell Benj-^ Loring Geo : Spooner Jos : Rdssell Matthew Hutchins William Gooch Eben" Bridgham TTilltam Charles H^ Reijssdorf. William Jones Ben : Jackson Sam^ Lloyd Jn" Grat Rob'' Williams Sam: Barrett. To ALL AND Evert our Right Worshipful and [sealJ Loving Brethren Free and Accepted Masons John Rowe. now Residing or that may hereafter Reside in Grand Mastei'. Boston in the Province of the Massachusetts Bay in New England. We John Rowe Esquire Provincial Grand Mas- ter of the Antient and Honourable Society of Fi-ee-and Accepted Masons for all North Amer- ica, where no other Grand Master is Appointed, Send Greeting. Whereas Application hath been made unto us by Benjamin Cliureh junior, John Fleeming, Jacob M'^Daniell, George Spooner, Matthew Hutchins, Ebenezer Bridgliam. AViJiam Jones, Samuel Lloyd, Robert Williams, Nathaniel Balch, Nathaniel Abraham, Benjamin Loring, Joseph Russell, William Gooch, William Charles Hem y Reijnsdorf, Benjamin Jackson, John Gray and Samuel Bar- rett, Free ami Accepted Masons now residing in Boston aforesaid ; setting forth that their principal Motive is to promote Brotherly iove and Charily, and to restore that Harmony and good Fellow- ship which is the distinguishing ornament of the Craft, and to re- cover to Masonry that estimation among mankind so generous and laudable an Establishment was originally calculated to obtain and secure. And intreating us to grant a Deputation under the Seal of the Grand Lodge embodying the Brethren above named into a distinct Lodge under the denomination of the Rising Sun Lodge to be convened the First Wednesday in every month or oftner if the exigencies of the Lodge shall require at the British Coffee House in said Boston ; And also intreating us to appoint our Brother Benjamin Church junior Master of the said Lodge for the remainder of this and the year ensuing. St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 197 Now THEREFORE KNOW YE That We of the great Trust, Power and Authority reposed in us by his Grace the most Worshipfull., Henry Somerset, Duke of Beaufort &c. Grand Master of Ma- sons, have Constituted and Appointed our Eight Worshipful anii well beloved Brother Benjamin Chdrch junior to be the first Mas- ter of the Rising Sdn Lodge in Boston aforesaid, for the re- mainder of this and the year ensuing, and do hereby impower him to Congregate the Brethren together, and form them into a Regular Lodge, he talking special Care that all and every Member thereof, and all transient Persons admitted therein have been, or shall be regular made Masons : and thiit he appoint two Wardens, and other Officers to a Lodge appertaining, for the due Regulation of said Lodge for One Year ; at the end of which he shall Nominate a new Master to be approved by the Lodge, at least two thirds of the Members in his favour, and said new Master shall Nominate and Appoint two Wardens and a Secretary for the ensuing Year ; also a Treasurer, who must have the Votes of two thirds of the Mem- bers in his favour ; and so the same course Annually. And we do hereby Give to said Lodge all the Privileges and Authority of other Regular Lodges ; Requiring them to observe all and every of the Regulations contained in the Printed Book of Con- stitutions (except such as have been, or may be Repealed at any Quarterh- Communication or other general Meeting of the Grand Lodge in London,) to be kept and observed, as also all such other Rules and Instructions as may from time to time be transmitted to them, by Us, or our Deputy, or Successors to either for the time being : And that they do Annually send an Account in Writing to Us, or our Deputy, or Successors to either of us for the time being, of the Names of the Members of said Lodge, and their Place of Abode, with the Days and Place of Meeting, with any other things they may think proper to coinunicate for the benefit of Masonry ; and that they do Annually keep the Feast of S' John the Baptist, or S' John the Evangelist, or both, and Dine together on said Day or Dajs, or as near either of them, as shall be most Convenient: And lastly that they do Regularly Communicate with the Grand Lodge in Boston by sending to the Quarterly Communication such Charity as their Lodge shiill think fit, for the Relief of Poor Brethren, with the Names of those that Contribute Phinehas Fanning Sec^ March 1 3*^ 5773. ) To the Right Worshipful John Rowe Esq' Provincial Grand Master of Masons in North America. Thursday June 24"" 1773, being the Festival of S' John the Baptist, the same was celebrated at the House of Brother Thomas Brackett, the Kings Arms Tavern on Boston Neck, where were present the following Brethren .... Viz' John Rowe Esq' G. M. Henry Price Esq' P. G. M. Robert Jenkins P. D. G. M. Abraham Savage S. G. W. Samuel Fitch Esq' J. G. W. Joseph Gardner G. T. Thomas Brown G. Sec^ John Box P. G. W. Arch" McNeill P. G. W. Joseph Warren G. M. Thomas Knight Caleb Blanchard Richard Salter John Marstou Gabrael Johonnot, Joseph IngersoU Ebenezer Bridgham Richard Clark John Inman Abraham Ogier John Box jun' Henry Leddel Hawes Hatch William Welshman Benjamin Loring William Burbeck William Gooch William Palfrey Job Wheelwright Thomas Ay 1 win Esq' Matthew Hutchius Alex' Mackey Estest How John Boies Natli' Barber jun' Shubael Hews Edward Carnes, Thomas Fleet John Steel Tyler Jonathan Pierpont St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 205 Job Prince John Jo^- Jonathan Amory Samuel Lloyd William Tyler Peter Roberts John Selby Benj" Homans (Tyler) A Petition from Henry Brabazon for Charity was Eead, and a Committee of five Brothers were appointed to examine him relative to his Circumstances ; who Reported, that he appeared to them to be an Object of Pity, but that his Petition did not come properly under the consideration of this Lodge ; A Collection however was made by the Brethren amounting to 3£ lawful Money, and it was Voted that the same Sum be lodged with the Grand Secretary, and appropriated to the Payment of said Brabazons Passage from hence to Philadelphia, and the surplusage to be paid him by the Captain on his Arrival there ; But in case he should refuse the above Proposition, then the whole Sum to be paid the Grand Treasurer to be placed in the Grand Fund of Charity. Expence to eaeh for the Feast £3 ,, 7 ,, 6 Old Tenor. At the Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication held at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in Boston on Friday the 29* Day of October 5773. Present. R' Worshipfr il Abraham Savage S. G. W. as G. M. Nathaniel Palten as S. G. W, Edward Carnes as J. G. W. Thomas Brown G. SeC^ Masters Lodge John Box M. Job Wheelwright S. W. First Lodge Simbael Hewes , as M. Second Lodge Richard Salter as M. Rising Sun Lodge Ebenezer Bridgham as M. Peter Roberts, S. W. Voted that the Feast of S' John the Evangelist be Celebrated in Boston upon Monday the 27"" Day of December next, and that Bro"' Peter Roberts, Bro' Nath' Patten and Bro' Edw^ Carnes be Grand Stewards for making the necessary Provission for the Cele- bration thereof. A Petition from Bro' Richard Palmes for Charity was read : and the Lodge taking into consideration the extreme low state of their Funds ; Directed that Brothers Roberts, Bridgham & Gab : Johon- not be a Committee to wait on all well disposed Brothers to solicit their brotherly Assistance in behalf of the Petitioner, whose dis- tressed situation they heartily recommend to their Charity. All the Lodges within this Jurisdiction were called over in due form. 206 Proceedings in Masonry, Collected 1 „ 10 „ Paid Bro' IngersoUs Bill for the Reckoning . 1 ,, 1 „ ^ Balance . ,, 2 ,, 6J Monday December 27* 1773, being the Festival of S' John the Evangelist, the same was celebrated at the House of Bro' Joseph IngersoU, tlie Bunch of Grapes Tavern in Boston, where the following Brethren were pres' : John Rowe Esq' G. M. Abraham Savage S. G. W. William Jackson as J. G. W. Joseph Gardner G. T. Thomas Brown G. S. Arch* McNeill P. G. W. James Selkrig John Selby Nath' Patten Samuel Swift Esq' Amos Winshap Joseph Russell Peter Roberts Edward Carnes Nath' Coffin jun' John Marston Joseph IngersoU W" Samson Morgan Shubael Ilewes William Tyler John Box jun' Richard Stilter Robert Williams Thomas Knight Thomas Fleet William Perry Job Prince Edmund Quincey jun' William Burbeck William Welshman John Inman Thomas Aylwin Esq' Matthew Hutchins A Petition from Bro' William Hayes, and another from Bro Phillip Bass for Charity were Read ; and the sum of £3 ,, 14 ,, lawful Money was Collected from the Brethren. Directed that said Sum be equally divided, and that each of the Petitioners re- ceive a Moiety therof in such proportions as the Grand Wardens, the Grand Treasurer and the Grand Secretary may think expedient. Expence to each for the Feast £3 ,, 10 ,, Old Tenor. At the Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication held at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in Boston on Friday the 28"' Day of January 5774. Present. R' Worshipful John Rowe Esq' G. M. Henry» Price Esq' P. G. M. Abraham Savage S. G. W. Samuel Fitoh Esq' J. G. W. Thomas Brown G. Sec^ John Box, P. G. W John Cutler P. G. W. St. John's CrRAND Lodge, 1733-92. 207 John Box jun' David IngersoU Esq"^ Richard Salter Job Prince Shubael Hewes Joseph Kussell Mungo RrKey Thomas Knight John Joy James Selkrig John Inman Edward Carnes Benj" Mul : Holmes Samuel Barrett Peter Roberts Thomas Ajlwin Esq' Lemuel Cox James Jackson Job Wheelwright Nath' Patten Benjamin Church Nath' Balch Robert Williams John Brj-ant Samuel Lloyd John Marston Eben' Bridgham William Jones iMatthew Hutchins The Grand Master laid some Minutes before the Lodge for their Consideration respecting establishing a general Fund of Charity, which being read several Times, Voted, That Bro' Benjamin Church, Bro' Samuel Barrett, Bro' Samuel Fitch, Bro' Thomas Aylwin & Bro' Abraham Savage be a Committee to correct and amend the said Minutes as thej' may think proper, and make Report at the Adjournment. This being the Seasqn for Electing Grand Officers, the R' Wor- ship' Grand Master moved that all the Grand Offlceis rttain their respective Of33ces 'till S' John's Day in June next. Voted, That the Grand Treasurer be continued in his Office till June next ; and that all the usual Grants from this Lodge be deferred till the next Quarterly Communication. The Lodges within this Jurisdiction were called over in due Form. The Grand Secretary Read two Letters to the Lodge which he had received since the last Quarterly Communication from Union Lodge N° 5, at Nantucket, together with liis Answer to one of them ; which Letters were highly approved of by the Lodge, and ordered to be Recorded. The Lodge then Adjourned to Friday Evening the 11"" of Feb- ruary next. The Reckoning was Clubbed by the Brethren present. Much Respected Brother, Nantucket 10* Novem"^ 1773. I am directed by our Lodge to inform you that some lime in Octob' Ult° we received a Petition from one Phillip Bass of Bos- ton who is recommended to us by Bro"' Nath' Barber (a truly worthy Member of our Society & in particular of this Lodge) to be a worthy Mason & in Circumstances really necessitous, all which we cannot doubt, but as we are most of us intirely unacquainted with Bro' Bass who is an Inhabitant of Boston & immediately under the Eye of the Grand Lodge, we conceive that to be the 208 "^Proceedengs ix Masonry, Chanel thro' which our Charity ought to be conveyed. We shall most willingly contribute to the Necessities of Bro' Bass or any other Indigent Brother. But those who are Inhabitants of Bos- ton we conceive should be represented to us as such by the Grand Lodge. Request your Answer with your Sentiments on this Mat- ter as soon as convenient. I am Your affectionate Brother and most obedient humble SeiTant Phisehas Fanning Sec^ p Order of the Master. To M' Thomas Bi!Oav>- Merchant in Boston. Worshipful Brother, Boston 30"' November 1773. I received a Letter from you bearing Date the lO"" Instant wrote by direction of your Lodge, wherein you desire my Sl-iiu- ments respecting a Grant of Charity requested from said Lodge b3- one Philip Bass of this Town. I take this Opportunity to acquaint your worshipful Lodge, that I verily believe Cap' Bass to be a genuine Mason, and iu other respects a Man of a fair Character, and that he is in necessi- tous Circumstances ; the Second Lodge in this Town, of which I have tiie honor to be a Member, looked upon all this to be fact, and made him a Grant very lately out of the Stock of the Lodge ; your worshipful Lodge must however excuse me from presuming to dictate to them in a Matter wherein tliey are at perfect Liberty to act as to them appeareth expedient. Mj- Opinion coincides with theirs, that the Grand Lodge is the proper Chanel through which Recommendations for Charity ought to pass to the Lodges in this Jurisdiction, and I doubt not of their readiness in paying due Notice to such Recommendations when regularly Issued ; bat still, when any Brother petitions a particular Lodge for Relief, and they are satisfied with the Peti- tioners Character & Circumstances, it lays intirely with them to grant hiin such a Sum as they think convenient, or none at all, if tlicy find the State of their Lodge at a low Ebb. 1 could heartily wish that the Lodges within this Jurisdiction did exert tliemselves as much to encrease the Fund of the Grand Lodge, as the several Lodges do in Boston ; here, each Member pays one Shilling lawful Money Quarterly for the sole purpose of Charity, and the whole Amount collected is deposited Annually in the hands of the Grand Treasurer ; which method if adopted by the Lodges in general, would prove greatly Advantageous to individual Brothers who might bj' the Providence of God be re- duced to indigent Circumstances ; for instance, if such a Brother should apply to a particular Lodge for Relief which had con- tributed to the general Fund of Charity, and it should not be in St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 209 the power of that Lodge to afford him such Assistance as tliey knew the exigencies of his Condition required : in such case they might with strict propriety recommend hira to the consideration of the Grand Lodge for further Relief. I cannot but recommend this Method to the candid deliberation of jour Lodge, and liope I shall not be deemed impertinent by so doing. 1 sincerely wish your Lodge every Masonic Blessing and am with Esteem, their and your Most affectionate Brother and very humble Servant Tho : Brovtn Gr. Sec"^ To M' Phinehas Fanning Secretary to Union Lodge N" 5. in Nantucket. Worshipful Brother, Nantucket IG* Decem'lVyS. Received yours concerning Bro' Bass's Petition &c. am much obliged to you for the favor ; have laid the same before our Lodge, who have voted for the Relief of said Bro' Bass 3£. The Lodge also voted £6 to be sent to the G. Charity Fund, which j-ou will receive by the Bearer hereof our Worshipful Master Br° Samuel Barrett. Our Lodge as yet (as you must be sensible) is in its Infancy our Members generally Seamen & rarely a full Meeting. We have not as yet attained to that stated Method of Business & steady Economy we hope soon to acquire. We shall immediately enter into some regular metliod of depositing Money in the Grand Charity Fund & make use of the first Opportunity to inform you thereof, which tho' it may be little, as we are poor, hope it will be accepted of. The Worshipful Grand Lodge may be assured that we shall never be backward to contribute to the general Fund ac- cording to the utmost of our Ability : and that we shall on all Oc- casions contribute to the utmost of our Power in promoting the royal Art. I am likewise agreeable to our Deputation, to inform the most Worshipful Grand Lodge that on the first Monday of this Instant in our annual Meeting for the Election of Officers we proceeded to chuse for the current Year the following (Viz') Bro" Samuel Bar-; rett Master, George Calder S. W. John Sherman J. W. Christo- pher Hussey Sen' Treasurer & Phinehas Fanning Secretary, And that we at present enjoy that Unity, Harmony and Brotherly Con- cord which is the Foundation of Masonry and the Honor and Support of our Society. Am By Order of the Worshipful Master with great Esteem Your affectionate Brother and most obedient humble Servant Ph^ Fanning Seers' To Br° Tho' Brown Grand Secretary. 210 Proceedings in Masonky, At the Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication held at Bunch of Grapes Tavern in Boston on Friday the ll'" Day of February 5774, by Adjournment. Present. E' Worshipful John Rowe Esq' G. M. Abraham Savage S. G. W. Samuel Fitch Esq' J. G. W. John Box P. G. W. Arch" McNeill P. G. \V. Joseph Gardner G. T. Thomas Brovrn G. Sec'^ Joseph Enssell Samuel Barrett Job Wheelwright William Tyng Esq' John Bryant Benj° ]Mul : Holmes John In man John Marston Benjamin Jackson David Ingersoll Esq' Richard Salter Mark Hopkins Joseph Callender John Box jun' Thomas Aylwin Esq' Lemuel Cox Edward Carnes Eben' Bridghara James Selkrig Hon'''' William Brattle Esq' Samuel Lloyd William Burbeck. Job Prince The Committee appointed at the last Grand Lodge, Reported a number of Rules and Regulations, whicli were several times Read in this Lodge, and thereupon Voted, that the Affair be re-com- mitted, and that the R' Worshipful Grand Master, and the R' Wor- shipful Grand Treasurer be added to the said Committee and Report upon this Day fortnight being the 25* Instant ; to which Time this Lodge stands Adjourned. At the Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication held at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in Boston on Friday the 25"" Day of Feb- ruary 5774, by Adjournment. Present. The R' Worshipful John Rowe, Esq' G. M. Abraham Savage, S. G. W. John Box, jun' as J. G. W. John Box, P. G. W. Joseph Gardner, G. T. Thomas Brown, G. Sec''^ Job Prince Edward Carnes Thomas Aylwin Esq' Job Wheelwright Joseph Russell Nath' Patten James Selkrig William Burbeck John Inman Eben' Bridgbam Richard Salter Robert Williams. St. John's Gkand Lodge, 1733-92. 211 The Committee appointed to correct and amend the Minutes laid before tlie Grand Lodge on the 2h"' Day of January last, by the R' W. Grand Master, made the following Report*, which being read several Times, was unanimously accepted and approved of. In Testimony whereof the Grand Lodge came to tlie following Votes. 1. Voted, that the Thanks of this Grand Lodge be given to our Right Worshipful Grand Master, John Rowe, Esq' for his noble Proposal of this benevolent Plan. 2. Voted, that the thanks of this Grand Lodge be given to the Committee (who re- ported the following Rules and Regulations,) for their faithful Services. 3. Voted, that 800 Copies of the following Rules and Regulations be printed as soon as maybe, (The printing of which, the Right Worshipful Grand Master has generously engaged to be at the Expence of. ) *At a Quarterly Communication of the most Antient and Honor- able Society of Free and Accepted Masons, under the Constitution of England, The Right Worshipful John Rowb, Esq' Grand Master, held at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern, in King Street, Boston, New England, January 28"' 5774. Present. The R' Worshipful John Rowe, Esq' G. M. Henry Price, Esq' P. G. M. Abraham Savage S. G. W. Samuel Fitch, Esq' J. G. W. John Box . . . . P. G. W. John Cutler ... P. G. W. Thomas Brown . . G. Sec''' And The Worehipful Masters, Treasurers, Wardens and Officers of each Lodge in Boston, with manj- of the Brethren of the Frater- nity ; they having been all summonsed on special Occasion. The Right Worshipful Grand Master informed the Lodge the necessity we were under to form a well regulated plan, that our Brethren in distress may always find Relief by applying to this Lodge ; for which purpose he proposed, and recommended, that Monies be raised and made into an aggregate Fund, for the Relief of such regular Brethren, their Widows, and Orphans, who, by the Providence of the Almighty Architect may he reduced to low Circumstances and need assistance ; That he had drawn his designs for the Work, and doubted not of its being finished in such a masterly manner, as to last while Charity shall be a Virtue. The beautiful fabrick of Masonry is Benevolence ! The Pillars which have been and ever will be its support, are Brotherly Love, Relief, and Truth; The design being examined, the Lodge saw from it a prospect of lasting Honor, and Emolument, therefore they chose the five Brethren following, to wit, R. W. Benjamin Church, W. Samuel Barrett Esq' R. W. Samuel Fitch, Esq' R. W. Thomas Aylwin, Esq' and R. W. Al)raham Savage, to be a Com- mittee, to prepare the work in such manner as might answer the 212 Pkoceedings in Masonry, desired purposes, and to make report to the Grand Lodge, which Adjourned to Fridaj' the 1 1'^ February to receive the same. The said Committee having drawn up the following Eules, and Eegulations, they beg leave to Report, and submit the same to this Right Worshipful Lodge. Article 1". A Book shall be opened in this R' "Worshipful Grand Lodge for all voluntary Donations to this Fund of Charity, and kept open at every Meeting, (Feast Days not excepted ;) and as many Masons do attend the two Feasts, who are not Members of any particular Lodge, The R' Worshipful- Grand Master, or in his absence The R' Worshipful Deputy Grand Master will, on every Feast Day, after he has returned Thanks, appoint two Brethren to go to such, requesting their Donations : a Subscription shall also be opened in this Lodge for the R' Worshipful Grand Officers to sign such Sums as they choose to pay to this Charity Quarterly. 2**. That a Subscription Book shall be opened in every Lodge under this Jurisdiction, that each Brother may Subscribe what Sum he choo&es to pay Quarterly ; the first payment to be made at subscribing, and so to continue paying during pleasure, one quarter in Advance. And inasmuch As many Brethren may be absent at the lime of Quarterly Payments, 'tis expected they will pay their Arrears the next Lodge Night ; and 'tis presumed the Hearts of many will be so dilated with this general and lasting plan for Charity, as to make some handsome Donations to set it forward : such Donations shall always be entered in a place dis- tinct from Quarterly Subscriptions. 3*. The Treasurer of each Lodge shall send to the R' Worshipful Grand Secretary Quarterly, or as soon after as maybe convenient, the Money so raised by Donations, or by Subscriptions, with a List of the Donor's Kames, and the Sums given by each ; also another List of the Subscribers, and the Sums paid by each ; that the Money may be placed at Interest, and the Names and Sums of each may be Recorded in the Grand Lodge Books. 4*. No part of the aggregate Stock shall be diminished on any account whatever ; but all Grants and Payments of Charity shall be made from the Interest Money only. This Article shall for- ever be Inviolable. 5*. The R' Worshipful Grand Master, R' Worshipful Deputy Grand Master, Grand Wardens, and Grand Treasurer, for the time being, together with all Masters of Regular Lodges under this Jurisdiction, shall be the Grand Committee of Charity; The Right Worshipful Deputy Grand Master in absence of the R' Wor- shipful Grand Master, will always take his place and power ; and all Masters of Lodges who do not reside in Boston may appoint their Proxies. When the R' Worshipful Grand Officers and three Masters of Lodges, or their Proxies are present, the majority of Votes shall be final: Five of the foregoing Grand Committee of Charity shall be a Quoram, to act in all cases of emergency ; but their determinations must be unanimous. They have power to St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 213 approve or otherways of such persons who want to borrow Money, and also of their Sureties ; They may determine what part of Interest Money shall lay unaggregiiting for objects of Charity, examine Petitions, and grant Relief by Warrant under their Hands to the Grand Treasurer, and audit his Accounts, which they must do within a Month of the P!;iection for the next Treas- urer. 6"". A Grand Treasurer, and Sub-Grand Treasurer, shall be annually chosen at tlie Quarterly Communication in January, who must be Brethren of good worldly Substance, nominated by the R' Worshipful Grand Master, and Elected by Vote of two thirds of the Grand Lodge present. The Grand Treasurers Accounts shall be presented to th^ Grand Committee of Charity, to be Audited one Month before the next Election. He shall keep a fair Journal of entrys of the Monies he receives, and from whom received ; of what Monies are placed at Interest, and paid in Charity, also such other things as are expressed in the 10* Article. No payments must be made but by Warrant signed by a Quorum of the aforesaid Grand Committee of Charity, nor any Monies paid contrary to the 4* Article. 7*. A Grand Secretary shall be annually appointed by the R' Worshipful Grand Master at the Quarterly Communication in January, who shall attend each Meeting of the aforesaid Grand Committee of Charity, and keep their Votes, and a fair Journal of Entrys of all Monies received ; by whom the same was subscribed, whether raised by Donation, Collected, or received for Interest ; and of what Sums are placed at Interest ; and to whom lent, or paid out in Charity ; and also every other matter that need be on Record ; He shall transmit to each Lodge annually the state of this Fund of Charity, (as is done by the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge in England) soon after the Feast of S' John the Evangelist ; and in case of the Deatli or Inability of either the Grand Treas- urer, Sub-Grand Treasurer, or Grand Secretary, the Survivor or able one shall Summon the Grand Lodge to choose another. 8*. Each Donor, or Subscriber, his Widow, or Orphans, shall have a Right to all the Monies he may give or subscribe and pay, if at any [time] he or they are reduced to indigent Circumstances, and not otherways ; The prayers of such shall alwa3S be Granted in preference to the Petitions of Non-Subscribers ; nevertheless both are subject to the 4"" Article. O*. For all Monies put out to Interest belonging to this Fund, tiie Borrower shall give his Note of Hand hereafter described, pay- able to the Grand Treasurer and Sub-Grand Treasurer, with two good Sureties jointly and severally in presence of two Witnesses, and neither the Borrower or Sureties to be Masons, and neither the Borrower or Sureties shall be allowed to have more than the Sum of £100, lawful Money, of the Money belonging to this Fund, in either or all of their Hands at one and the same time ; The Grand Treasurer shall also give Receipts to "the Graijd Secretary 214 Proceedings in Masonry, for what Monies and Notes he receives at coming into Office, and for all Cash and every Note he receives during his being in Office, in the forms hereafter dcscrilied. No Note shall remain unpaid longer than two Months alter it becomes due, without being Sued for, unless cause b£ shewn to the Quoram of the Grand Committee, to their Approbation. lO"". All Relief must be applyed for by Petition to the R' Wor- shipful Grand Lodge, under Cover, directed to the Grand Sec- retary, who shall wait on the R' Worshipful Grand Master, to know his Judgment and receive directions, either to call the Grand Committee together, or let the Petition lay untill the next Quarterly Communication. Petitions from persons who belong to Lodges, out of Boston, must always be accompanied with Certificates thereon, signed by the Master and both the Wardens of the Lodge they belonged to, or have frequently visited ; that they know the petitioners to be Regular Masons, and fit Objects of this Charity, and that the Allegations in the Petitions are true, adding whether they were Subscril)ers to this Fund or not, and in what Lodges. The Widows or Orphans of such Brethren, to entitle them to this Charity, must have Certificates in manner aforesaid, respect- ing the deceased, setting forth that the Petitioners are the Widows and Orphans of such dece.nsed Brethren, and are proper Objects of Charity ; those who are Resident in Boston shall petition in like manner; but in place of a written Certificate, thej' must have three living Vouchers of good Credit to the truth of what they alledge, who will attend the Grand Committee, and answer such Questions as ma^- be asked ; each one will be relieved as the finances will permit, and the exigency's of iheir Affairs require, due deference being always had to the 3^ and 4'*' Articles. 11"'. That such a Number of these Proceedings, and Rules, may be printed, as the R' Worshipful Grand Lodge shall judge meet ; that each Lodge under this Jurisdiction may be furnished with them, accompanied with circulnr Letters, signed by the R' Wor- shipful Grand Master, strongly recommending the plan, and its necessity, and warmly soliciting their Subscriptions, and Payments to their respective Treasureis. IS"" None of the foregoing Articles have any connection with, or lay any restraint on Charitable Acts, which any Lodge may choose to make, or on their particular Funds of Charity. Lastly. These Rules, Regulations, and Proceedings, shall be Inserted at length, at the beginning of every Subscription Boole, 'to be opened in each Lodge, and immediately after shall be added the following form of a Subscription for everj' Brother who shall think proper to Sign : Viz'. We, whose Names are hereunto subscribed, have perused the foregoing Rules, Regulations, and Proceedings, which we respect- ively approve of, and agree to ; and accordingly hereb3' severallj' promise to pay Quarterly the several Sums, to our respective St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 215 Names annexed, to the Treasurer of this Lodge, in manner agree- able to, and for the charitable Uses and Purposes in said Rules and Regulations mentioned and prescribed. Form of a Note to be given by a Borrower of Money from this Fund : Boston, 17 . . . For Value received this Day in Cash, we promise jointly and severally to pay Mess" J. G. and A. S. or order, in twelve Months after Date, Pounds, lawful Money, with lawful Interest from this Date until paid. A .B . Test. G . H . G. D . J . K . E . F . Form of the Grand Secretary's Letter to the Grand Treasurer : Sir, • Boston, .17 I am directed by the Grand Committee of Charity to inform 3-ou, that they esteem A. B. a yjroper Person to borrow one hundred Pounds of the aggregate Fund for Charity ; and they approve of C. D. and E. F. as proper Security's for him, therefore you will please to loan him that Sum in due form, tailing those two for his Sureties. To M' I am &c. Form of a Receipt which the Grand Treasurer shall give the Grand Secretary for each Note he has : Sir, Boston, . 17 . I have in consequence of your Letter loaned A. B. Pounds, lawful Money, of the Charitable Fund of which I am Treasurer, and have his Note of Hand, payable to me and A. S. jointly, dated this Day, in due form. Signed also by his two sure- ties C. D. and E.F. which vou aay are approved of. Sir, To M'. T. B. Grand Secretary. Yours, &e. J. G. Form of a Receipt which the new Grand Treasurer shall give the new Grand Secretary : Sir, Boston, ... 17 . I have received of J. G. late Grand Treasurer, the Capital of the Grand Fund of Charity, which is in Cash Pounds, 216 Proceedings in Masonry, lawful Money ; and a Note of Hand Signed by A. B. and others, for Pounds, like Money, bearing Interest, which I promise for myself, my Heiis, Executors, and Administrators, shall be delivered to A. S. Sub-Grand Treasurer, or my Successor in OfHcp, on demand. To M' Gr : Sec^^. Sir, Yours, &c. Form of a Warrant to the Grand Treasurer : Sir, Boston, 17 . Pay the Bearer Pounds, lawful Money, out of the Free Masons Interest Money you now have unaggregate. If you have not so much, pay what you have, and write it off on the back of this Warrant, and inform the Bearer when you suppose you shall have enough to pay the remainder; it is for Brother A. B. who is in want, and has been a Subscriber*. We are. Your Affectionate Brethren & hum' Serv*" To M' J. G. L. Boston. M. N. O. *0r who is in want, and has not P. been a Subscriber. g » o o . o oi -^ -a O ao At the Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication, held at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in Boston, on Friday the 29* Day of April 5774. Present. The Eight Worshipful Abraham Savage S. G. W. as G. M. Job Prince as S. G. W. John Box jun' as J. G. W. Thomas Brown G. Sec"^ Ebenezer Bridgham. Shubael Hewes Peter Roberts Benjamin Jackson. Voted, that a Grant of Five Dollars be paid out of the Stock of the Grand Lodge, to Bro"' Benjamin Homans for his Attendance as Tyler from January 5773, to January 5774. Voted, that the usual Grant to the Grand Secretarj', and the Choice of a Sub-Grand Treasurer be defer'd, 'till S' John's Day in June next. St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 217 Voted, that Bro"' Prince, Bro' Savage and Bro' Bridgham, be a Committee to consider of ways and means for defreying the inci- dental Expences of the Grand Lodge, and make report at the next Quarterly Communication. Voted, that the Feast of S' John the Baptist be celebrated on Friday the 24* Day of June next, and that Bro' Roberts, Bro' Bridgliam and Bro' Box jun' be a Committee to make Provision for the same. Bro' Roberts, Bro' Bridgham, and Bro' Gabrael Johonnot, a Committee appointed by this Grand Lodge in October last to solicit Charity for Bro'' Richard Palmes, reported verbally, that they have collected between Sixty and Seventy Dollars ; Voted, that the said Committee be further directed to dispose of the said Money for the benefit of the Petitioner and his Family, in such manner as to them may appear expedient, and make report of their Proceedings. The Lodges within this Jurisdiction were called over in due Form. Collected £1 „ 3 ,, 4 Paid Brother Ingersoll's Bill for the Reckoning ,, 13 ,, lOJ Balance „ 9 „ hi Tuesday December 27"" 1774, being the Festival of S' John the Evangelist, the same was celebrated at the House of Bro' Joseph Ingersoll, the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in Boston, where the fol- lowing Brethren were present. — John Rowe Esq' Abrah"" Savage, Sam' Fitch Esq' Jos*^ Gai'dner, Areh'i McNeill, Eben' Bridgham Richard Salter James Otis Esq' John Box. Jon" Snelling. Mungo Mackey Benj" Barnard Robert Fowle Matth" Hutchins G. M. S. G. W. J. G. W. G. T. P. G. W. Peter Roberts Will" Gooch Nath' Patten Tho' Fleet Jos'* Russell Job Wheelwright Jos'" Ingersoll John Inman Edw* Carnes Expence to each for the Feast £3 ,, 6 ,, 8 Old Tenor. At the Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication held at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in Boston on Friday the 27* Day of Janu^ 5775. 218 Feoceedings in Masonry, Present. The Right Worshipful Richard Gridley Esq' D. G. M. as G. "Mi. Abraham Savage, S. G. W. John Cutler, P. G. W. as J. G. W. Joseph Gardner, G. T. Thomas Brown, G. S. Masters Lodge. John Box, M. Job Prince, S. W. Edward Carnes, J. W. First Lodge. Nath' Patten, M. Shubael Hewes, S. W. Jos'" Russell, J. W. Second Lodge. Rich'' Salter, M. Sam' Lloyd, J. W. Rising Sun Lodge. Peter Roberts Amos Wiudship. This being the Season for Electing Grand Officers, The R. W. Bro' Richard Gridley Esq' was nominated by R. W. Bro' Savage to be D. G. M. for the ensuing Year, and at his own request a Ballot was prepared ; when our said R. W. Bro' Gridley was unanimously Ballotted in Deputy Gr : Master. The R. ■\V. Bio' Samuel Fitch Esq' J. G. "W. was constituted S. G. W. and tlie R. W. Bro' John Joy was constituted J. G. W. for the ensuing Year. The R. W. Docf Joseph Gardner was again nominated and unanimousl}' Ballotted in Grand Treasurer for the ensuing Year. The R. W. Bro' Job Prince was nominated and unanimously Ballotted in Sub-Grand Treasurer for the ensuing Year. The R. W. Bro' Thomas Brown was again appointed Grand Secretary for tlie ensuing Year. Bro' Benjamin Homans was again appointed Grand Tyler for the ensuing Year. Voted, That there be Granted and Paid to the Grand Sec- retary, Eight Pounds lawful Money for his Services for two Y''ears past. Voted, That there be Granted and Paid to the Tyler One Pound four Shillings for his Services the Year past. A Letter from Union Lodge N° 5, at Nantucket was read and VOTED that the same be Recorded. Collected 2 ,, 6 ,, 8 Paid Bro' Ingersoll's Bill for the Reck* . . 2 ,, — ,, — Balance . ,, 6 ,, 8 St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 219 Union Lodge N° 5 Nantucket 28* Decemb"- 5774. Worshipful 1 Brother I am directed agreeable to our Deputation to inform the Right Worshipful!, the Grand Master and the Grand Lodge, that in our. Lodge preceeding the Celebration of the Feast of S' John the Evangelist, we proceeded to the Election of Officers for the Year ensuing ; when we made Ciioice of the Following, viz' E. W. B. Timothy Folger Esq' Master. W. B" Christopher Husscy Sen"' Treasurer ; and George Calder, S. W. John Bearde, J. W. Nath' Barretts. D. John Gardner J. D. and Silvanus Pinkhamand Jona- than Jenkins, Stewards. On the 27* Decemb' we met at the Lodge Room to cele- brate the Feast of S' John, from whence we proceeded in Proces- sion to the Rev'^ M' Shaws Meeting House, where the Beauties of Masonry, the infinite Profit & Advantage of Brotherly Love and Unity, were learnedly, elegantly & politely displayed in a Sermon, to a numerous and respectable Audience, by our Brother Zebulon Butler, the Subject whereof he made. Psalm 133", Verse 1" " Be- hold how good and how pleasant it is for Brethren to dwell together in Unity." We then proceeded to a convenient place, where we dined together as Brethren ; from whence we walked back to the Lodge Room in Masonick Procession ; the whole con- ducted with the greatest order, decency & propriety. We have opened a Subscription for the Grand Fund of Charity, but by reason of the precariousness of the Times have thought proper to desist from collecting any Money on that head for the present. The Grand Lodge may be assured of the exertion of the utmost of our Abilities to further all such noble and generous Designs. I am also directed to inform you the number of our Members is Sixty-five ; which increase very fast, God grant that neither Ambition, Lust of Power, Faction, Discontent or any other Offspring of the fatal Enemy of Masons may prevail to disunite the H earls of Brethren, or prevent the increase of Unity, Love and Concord amongst us, or in any other manner abate the Ardour, with which I am your Affectionate Brother & hum' Servant, by order of the Right Worshipfull Master and Brethren Christopher Hussey Jun' Sec"^ P.S. the R. W. and Brethren doth request the favour of your inserting our Procession &c in the News Papers. IP C. H. Sec-7 M' Thomas Brown. 220 Proceedings in Masonry, At a meeting of Members of the Grand Lodge, at Brother Sam Dunns house Feb' 17. 1787. Present. R. W. Richard Gridly, D. G. M. " John Cutler S. G. W. "W. Nathaniel Patten M. M. Lodge. " Joseph Gardner, G. Treasurer. " Charles Sigourney, G. S. " Samuel Dunn, M. S' [John's] Lodge. " Joseph Coolidge & Sam Gridly Wardens. " MungoMackay | p^.^ (. _ officers. " bamuel Parkman J Whereas it hath pleased Almightj' God to take hence, our dear & well beloved Grand Master John Rowe Esq' the G. Lodge desirous of Manifesting their Respect & Affection for him agree to Attend his funeral in due form, and that the several Lodges in this Town & Cliarlestown be Invited to Attend on the same sorrowful Occasion, and Voted That Wp. Brother Cutler, Gardner & Patten be a Committee to wait on M" Rowe to know if tis Agreeable to her, that The free Jlfa.sois walk in Procession at the funeral, and Voted, That they, together w* Brother Prince, Mackay & Dunn be a Comittee to Arrange & Superintend the funeral Procession. Voted, That the Committe furnish Two doz Aprons & Two dozen Pair Gloves, which the Treasurer is directed to pay for. At a Grand Lodge held at Runch Grapes, Aug 4. 5787. Present. R.Wp. Richard Gridley D. G. M. R.WpJohn Cutler. . . S.G.W. " Nath' Patten . . . M. M. L. " " Samuel Dunn . . P.M. " James Jackson, P.M. "" Scaiboro Gridley P.M. " Samuel Parkman G. S. "" Samuel Gridley R. Wp. Thomas Prince. Voted, That Johu Cutler & Nath Patten Esq' be a Committee to transact the prudential affairs of this Lodge. Voted, That Joseph Gardner our Treasurer be directed to pay into their hands the sum which may be due to Thomas Brown late Secretary of this Lodge & any other Expences which they may be at in Obtaining from him the Books, Papers & Jewells in his hands belonging to the Lodge and also Three & half dollars to Jn° Jones St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 221 in full for his Services as Toiler. Voted, That the above Commit- tee write a Circular Letter to all the Lodges under this Jurisdiction, requiring their Attendance at the Grand Lodge, to Assist in Choosing Grand Officers agreeable to the Constitution. The Lodge was Closed in due Form. At a Grand Lodge held at Concert Hall in Boston on Fryday the 29"^ July 5790. Present. R' Worshipful John Cutler Esq' S, G. W. as Grand Master. R. Worshipful Samuel Dunn P. M. as Junior Warden. R. Worshipful Mungo Mackay P. M. as Senior G. Warden. R. Worshipful Samuel Parkman P. S. W. as Grand Secretary. Joseph Coolidge P. S. W. Thomas Dennie P. M. Richard Salter P. M. Whereas it has pleased Almighty God, in his Wisdom, to take hence. The Right Worshipful Grand Master and many other of the Grand Officers of this Lodge, The Brethren present takeing the same into their Serious Consideration, Voted, Unanimously, to proceed to the Choice of new G. Offi- cers. Our R' Wpful John Cutler S. G. W. being in the Chair. R. Wpful Samuel Dunn Esq' being Balloted for was Unanimously Elected Junior Grand Warden. Rt Wpful Mungo Mackay Esq' being Balloted for, was also Elected Grand Treasurer. R Wpful Samuel Parkman being Balloted for was also Elected Grand Secretary. Voted, That tlie Right Worshipful Brethren .John Cutler Esq' Wpful Mungo Mackay, Samuel Dunn & Samuel Parkman be a Comittee to Settle the Account with the Exors of Joseph Gardner Esq' dec'd our late dear Brother & Treasure)-, and they are Im- powered to Receive the Ballance due to this Grand Lodge & in our name give full & Sufficient discharge therefor. Voted, That after Paying the debts of the Lodge — the Stock be laid out in Conti- nental Funds for the benefit of the Lodge. The Lodge was then Closed in due Form. To the most worshipful the Grand Lodge of S' Johns in Boston, Right Worshipful Brethren. At a Special Lodge of the Rising Sun held at Brother Colmans on Friday the 1 1* Inst' it was unanimously voted, that a memorial be presented to the Grand Lodge praying that their Lodge may be incorperated with the other Lodges, of St Johns, & that Brothers 222 Pboceedings in Masonry, John Flemming, Amos Windshlp, Dtidley Colman, Lewis Hayt, & Thomas Farriugton, be a Commitlee, to draw up, Sign, & present, the same. We therefore the Committee above named knowing, and being fully assuied, that the Lodge have only in View, the good of Masonary in general, (in the proposed union) the promotion & enlargement of Brotherly Love, and Charity, Do in consiquence of the power vested in us solicit, the Eight worshipful Deputy Grand Master to Summons as soon as conveniently may be, a grand Lodge for the purpose of taking this our request into Consideration, and agreeable to true masonic principals to unite us, with the Lodjies of S' Johns — in such manner & under such Regulations, as they in their wisdom shall deem most proper, and most Conducive to the purposes herein mentioned. (Signed) John Flemming ^ Boston this IS"" day ) Dudley Colman ^ .,, ofNovem'5791.' I Lewis Hayt Kommittee. Tuo^ Farrington J At a Grand Lodge of S' John, held at Bunch Grapes in Boston November 25. 5791. Present. R. \V. John Cutler Esq' in the Chair. R. W. Samuel Dunn [asj S. G. W. R. W. Mungo Mackay [as] J. G. VV. R. W. Richard Salter P. M. R. W. Thomas Dennie P. M. R. W. Christ" Clarke S. M. L. R. W. Samuel Parkman G. S. A Petition was received from the Rising Sun Lodge praying to be United with S' Johns. The Grand Lodge takeing the same into Consideration. It was Voted to grant the Prayer of the Petition & to Admit all the regular Members of that Lodge to be members of S'. Johns, and that the Charter & Jewels be deposited with our Senior Grand Warden — John Cutler Esq' Voted. That the Secretary furnish R. Wp John Fleming Master of the Rising Sun Lodge, with a Coppy of this Vote & request him to Warn the brethren of that Lodge to meet with S' Johns Lodge, at this place on Wednesday next preceeding the Festival of S' John at 6 "clock in Evening. At which time the Officers will be chosen for the Insuing Year & to transact any other Business which may come regularly before the Lodge. The Lodge was then Close* in due Form. Boston Jan^ 13. 1792. The following Vote Pass'd in the Massachusetts Grand Lodge, a Coppy of which was this day Communicated by Brotlier M. M. Hayes : St. John's Grand Lodge, 1733-92. 223 At a meeting of Massachusetts Grand Lodge and Quar- terly Communication held at Concert Hall monday evening Dec' Voted That a Committee of Seven be appointed agreeably to the Spirit of a Vote of this Grand Lodge passed March 2* 5791, to Confer with the Officers of S' Johns Grand Lodge, upon the sub- ject of a Compleat Masonic Union throughout this Commonwealth and that the Said Commiitee report as soon as may be Convenient. Committee Brother M. M. Hays " John Warren " Paul Revere Attest. " Josiah Bartlett (signed) " William SchoUay Joseph Laughton " John Lowell G* Seer'' " Joseph Laughton In consequence of the forgoing a Special Grand Lodge of S' John was called at Brother Colmans Jan^ 18. 1792. R. Wp. John Cutler S. G. W. in the Chair. Voted That a Committee of seven, be choose to Confer with the above Committee from Massachusetts Grand Lodge & promote the propose'' Union, provided it can be done on true masonic princi- ples, & that John Cutler, Samuel Parkman, Mungo Mackay, isamuel Dunn, John Foster Williams, Thomas Dennie «fe W" Shaw be the Comuiittee. At a meeting of the Committee aforesaid at the house of Brother Samuel Parkman Feb^ 10 1792. all the members being present, This Committee takeiug into Consideration the present derange'' State of Masonr3- in this Commonwealth, Occasion* by the Death of many of the Grand Officers, and Neglecting for many Years to appoint others in their room, and also taking into their Considera- tion the proposal from the Massachusetts Grand Lodge, to confer with us, on the propriety of a perfect Union of the Two Lodges. The Committee haveing duly debated on the Subject, Voted That such a Union would be for the benefit of Masonry in General, and for the happiness of the Lodges in this Common Wealth in particular. Voted, To meet the aforesaid Committee from the Massachu- setts Grand Lodge, as soon as convenient to Consult & Agree on the most Suitable Mode of Union, being perfectly Satisfied from Examining the Book of otir Constitutions, that we have full Power & right to Agree to such Union, and when United, to proceed to the choice of all Officers, necessary to Rule the Lodge. At the Grand Lodge held at Bunch Grapes in Boston March 2 5792. E. W. John Cutler in the Chair. 224 Proceedings in Masonry, Brothers Samuel Dunn Senior Grand Warden and Mungo Mackay Jun Grand Warden, for reasons by them offer'd was per- mitted to resign the Jewel of their respective Offices, which was Accepted, and R. W Brother Cutler was please* to appoint W. Brother Samuel Barrett Senior Grand Warden " Job Prince, Junior Grand Warden and they were Invested with the Jewels of the Respective Offices accordingly. The Committee appointed by this Lodge to confer with a Com- mittee of the Massachusetts Grand Lodge on the Principles of a perfect Union of the Two Lodges, Report, That haveing had several meetings on the Subject have Agreed that the proposed Union take place as soon as convenient, and when United to proceed to the Choice of Grand Officers for the present Year, and, that the choice may be made with tliat perfect harmony which has ever prevail'd in the Lodges, it is Recom- mended to the Respective Lodges to appoint Electors from Each Lodge, at a meeting which shall be had for that Purpose, and those Electors shall appoint the first Grand Officers. The Joint Committee have in pursuance of the trust repose* in them, proceeded to draft a number of Rules & Regulations for the Government of the Lodge, which they Recommend to the deliberation of the Lodge — AVhich being read by the Secretary It was Unanimously Voted To Accept the Report of the Comittee, and that a Special Grand Lodge be held at this place on Monday next to carry the same into effect. At a Grand Lodge held at Bunch Grapes in Boston March 5 5792. Present. R. W. John Cutler D. G. M. R. W. Samuel Barret P. G. AV. Wp Job Prince P. J. W. " Richard Salter S. G. W. " Thomas Dennie J. G. W. " James Jackson M. M. L. " Samuel Dunn M S' [John's] L. " Mungo Mackay P. G. W. " Thomas Farrington P. M. " William Shaw W. S' [John's] L, " Samuel Parkman G. Sec^ Wp Brother Samuel Barratt requested leave to resign the Senior G. Wardens Jewell, which was permitted from the Chair, when R. W. Brother Cutler was please* to call up Brother Richard Salter, and, with the Usual Ceremonies on that Solemn Occasion, Invested him with the Senior Wardens Jewel, Wp Brother Job Prince, likewise requested leave to resign the Junior Wardens Jewel, which was also permitted, and Brother Thomas Dennie, with like Solemnity, was Invested with the Junior Wardens Jewell. St. John's Grand Lobge, 1733-92. 225 Agreeable to the Constitution, tlie Lodge proceeded to the Choice of Seven Electors, and the following Brethren were Chosen, Samuel Dunn James Jackson Samuel Barratt "William Shaw Thomas Farrington Thomas Dennie Job Prince. The Question being put, shall we now Proceed to the choice of Candidates for Officers of the Grand Lodge, which pass'd in the Affirmative, the following Brethren being Nominated, were Ap- pointed. R. Wpf John Cutler Esq' Grand Master-Elect " James Jackson Senior G. W". " Samuel Dunn Junior G.W. " Samuel Parkman G. Treasurer " Thomas Farrington G. Sect^ Voted. That the Treasurer be directed to Settle all Accounts of the Lodge & paj' any debts which the Lodge may Owe. Voted. That the Treasurer Pay the Ballance to the Treasurer of the first Lodge, to be kept as a fund in that Lodge. Voted. The Thariks of this Lodge to Right Worshipful Brother John Cutler Esq"' for his faithful services for many Years past. Brothers Bartlett, Scollay & Bradford, a Comittee from the Mass" Grand Lodge, being Introduced, Inform'' the Lodge, that they had Compleated their business & their Electors were in wait- ing to Join in Convention to Choose Officers for the Grand Lodge, the Comitte haveing withdrawn, It was Voted. That the Electors on the part of this Lodge Proceed to the Business Assign* them — and after being absent about half an. hour, they Return'* and reported, the Brothers who met in Con- vention were Brothers Paul Revere (Chairman) Samuel Barrat, James Jack- son, Samuel Dunn, Job Prince, Thomas Dennie, William Shaw,. Thomas Farrington, John Lowell, William Scollay, Samuel Brad- ford, William Little, Aaron Dexter, & Caleb Swan, who agreeable i to the Constitution, and with great Unanimity & Brotherly Affec- tion made Choice of the following Brethren, as the first Officers of The Gkand Lodge of the Most Ancient & Hon""-^ Society OF Free and AdCEPTED Masons foe the Common wealth of Massachusetts : M. Wpf John Cutler Esq'' Grand Master. R. Wpf Josiah Bartlet S. Grand Warden. R. Wpf Mungo Mackay J. G. Warden. ' ' Samuel Parkman G. Treas'. " Thomas Farrington G. Secrf. The Lodge vtas then Closed in due Form. :3ProcEetitnss of Jlassacfjusetts ©ranir Eoige from its Commencement under Most Worshipful Joseph "Warren, Grand Master, in the year of Masonry, 5769, Anno Domini 1769. At the Assembly and Feast held at Boston in N : England at Masons Hall on Wednesday Dec'' 27. 5769. Present The Slost WorshipfuU Joseph Warren Esq' Grand Master Elect. The Master, Wardens & Brethren of S' Andrew's Lodge. The Master & Wardens of Lodge N" 58 of the Registry of Eng- land. The Master & Wardens of Lodge N° 322 of the Registry of ilreland. A Commission from the R' Hon""'' and Most Wpfull George Earl of Dalhodsi?: Grand Master of Masons in Scotland bearing date the Tliirtieth day of May A.D. 1769 & of Masonry 5769. appointing the Most Worshipful Joseph Warrex Esq. to he Grand Master of Masons in Boston New England & within One hundred Miles of the same, was read. The Brethren then proceeded in ample form to install The Most Wpfull Joseph Warren Grand Master of Ancient Free & accepted Masons in Boston &c. After which the following Breth- ren were nominated by the Most Wpfull G*" Master & unanimously elected as Grand Officers for the Year ensuing — Viz' : Jeremiah French Esq. Cap', in 29"^ Reg' Sen' G'' Warden Ponsonby Molesworth Esq. . do . . Jun' G'*- Warden William Palfrey (by prox}) G"" Secretary Thomas Crafts G* Treasurer Joseph Webb G'* Marshall Paul Revere S : G. Deacon Sam' Danforth J : G Deacon Tho' Urann, Caleb Hopkins . . . . G"* Stewards Edward Proctor . . , G* Sword bearer At a Grand Lodge held in ample Form at Masons Hall Jan^ 12. 5770. Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 227 Most Wpfull Jos "Warren Jos : Webb Moses Deshon John Lowell Paul Eevere Sam' Dan forth Thomas Drrann ] Caleb Hopkins | Sam' Barrett Jon" Snelling Edw"* Burbeck W" Davis W"" Whitley John Ridings Cha' Chambers James Brown W" McMuUen Present G.'M. S. G. W. J. G. W. G. S: S. G. D. J. G. D. pro temp" G'^ Stewards. M. S. W. J W P. M. S. W. J. W. M S. w J w. S' Andrews Lodge Lodge N'-SS Lodge N" 322 Resolv'd themselves into a Committee of the whole Lodge & ap- pointed Moses Deshon Esq. Chaiiman. ■ Voted, That the Grand Lodge be held on the first Fridays in March, June, September & December. Voted, That the consideration of a method to support the C Lodge be deferr'd until the first Friday in March, unless instruc- tions should arrive fiom the Grand Lodge of Scotland before that time. pd for the Reckoning . . . £ 1,, 2,, — LMy. At a Grand Lodge held in ample Form at Masons Hall March 2* 5770 . . Friday Evening. Present. The Most Wpfull Jos : Warren Esq' G M. William Burbeck S G W 1 , . Joseph Webb J.Gw|P™t^™P W"" Palfrey Tho" Crafts Paul Revere Sam' Danforth Tho» Urann & Caleb Hopkins Sam' Bairett Moses Deshon Jon" Snelling Edw" Burbeck John Wright Wiir Davis Will" Wiiitley John Ridings G. S. G. Treas' S G Deacon J G Deacon S* Andrews Lodge Lodge N" 58 228 Proceedings in Masonry, Cha' Chambers M "] James Hrown S. W [ Lodge 322 W" M'-Mullin J W J John Lowell Miles Prentice. Voted That tlie following Brethren be a Committee to prepare a body of Laws for the regulation of the Grand Lodge, Viz', Joseph Webb, "W" Burbeek & Ezra Collins for S' Andrews Lodge, Wil- liam Davis [for] Lodge N" 58, James Brown for Lodge N" 322. A Petition from Brothers, Phillip Marett, Andrew Fan Pliiliips, John Fletcher, Andrew Gidding, George Brown, David Parker, Barnett Harkin & Elpes Sargent jun' Ancient free & accepted Masons resident in Glocester New England dated Feb^ 23. 1770. praying for a dispensation to be erected into a regular Lodge being read — thereupon — Voted That a dispensation be grant eil said brethren, they oblig- ing themselves to pay sucli fees for the same as shall hereafter be stipulated by the Grand Lodge — the s* Lodge to be called by the Name of the Tyrian Lodge. A Petition of Tho" Alexander, Miles Prenties & John Coleman, not dated, praying to be erected into a new Lodge, was read — Voted That said petition be dismiss'd. Voted That Brotlaer Crafts G" Treasurer, be directed to purchase a Book for the records of the Grand Lodge. reckoning not paid ,, 2,, 8''- At a meeting of the Grand Lodge on a special occasion, in ample form at Masons Hall on Friday Evening May 11. 5770. Present. The most Wpfull Jos : Warren Esq G M. Moses Deshon S G W 1 , . «am' Barrett JGW } Pi-^-te-^P" Will-" Palfrey G. Sec^ Sam' Danforth , S G D. ] , Tho'Urann JGD } P'o temp" The Question was put whether the petition of Bro" Alexander, Prenties & Coleman be reconsider'd this Evening. Voted in the Negative Unanimously. A Petition of Brothers Joseph Tyler, William Palfrey, Ja' Jack- son, John Hill, John Jeffries, Nath Cudworth, Isaac Rand & Joshua Loring praying that they might be erected into a New Lodge to be held in Boston under the title of the Massachusetts Lodge, was read & thereupon Voted that the consideration of s'' petition be deferr'd till Monday next at 3 o'Clock P.M. & that the Most Wpfull Grand Master be desir'd to issue special summonss for the purpose. — Voted Unanimodslt as the opinion of this Lodge, that when- ever Samraons's are issued for convening a G'' Lodge by the Grand Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 229 Master or his direction, and the Grand Lodge in consequence thereof is congregated, the same is to all intents & purposes a legal Grand Lodge, however few in Number, & as such may with the strictest propriety proceed to business. reckoning not paid ,,8,,0 — At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge in ample Form at Masons Hall on Monday May 13, 5770. Present. The MostWpfuUJoseph "Warren Esq. G. M. W" Burbeck S G W 1 pro temp" . Nav .Jos Webb J G W I . Nay W" Palfrey G S Tho« Crafts G T Yea Sara' Danforth S. G D Yea Tho' Urann J G D Nay Caleb Hopkins G Stew* .... Yea Edw" Proctor G Sw" bearer . . . Yea Sam Barrett M ^ Yea Moses Deshon P. M. | Yea Ezra Collins P.M. }-ofS' Andrews Lodge Yea Jon" Snelling S W Yea Edw* Burbeck J W J Nay At the request of Brother Moleworth J G "W, a motion was made to grant to s* Brother Molesworth a Letter of recommenda- tion from the G* Lodge, and the same was voted Unanimously. Voted That a like Letter be granted to B' Jer" French S. G W. if he should apply for it to the G'^ Secr^ The petition of Brother Tyler & others was again read, — & a motion being made that previous to taking the same into considera- tion, the Commission of the G"* Master should be read. Voted that s"" Commission be read. Voted that the consideration of the petition of Bro" Alexander and others be deferr'd to next Grand Lodge Night. After a debate upon the Subject of the petition of Brother Tyler and others the Question was put whether the prayer of the same be granted, the Lodge was divided as follows, — For the Question 8 Against it 4 reckoning paid bj' the Massachusetts Lodge. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge in ample Form Fridaj' June 1, 1770. Present. Most Wpful Joseph Warren G M. Joseph Webb . . . S G W Moses Deshon . . . J. G. W W" Palfrey . . . . G. S. 230 Proceedings in Masonry, G T. S G D J GD G Stewards Tho' Crafts . . , Sam' Danforth Caleb Hopkins ' John Hill Tho= Urann Josepli Tjler M. ) "W" Palfrey S W [- Massachusetts Lodge. Jn" Hill J W ) A Pelition of Tho' Alexander, John Coleman, John jSrCracken & John Stewart : praying to be erected into a New Lodge was read, & thereupon order'd. That the petitioners be directed to attend. After being admitted & heard in support of their petition The Grand Lodge took the same into consideration & thereupon Voted Unanimously. That it appears to this Grand Lodge that the erection of a new Lodge in this Town is at present totally unnecessary, & that therefore their petition be dismiss'd. A Motion was made & seconded that Brother Crafts, & B' Jos Webb be a Committee to prepare an estimate of the necessaries for the Grand Lodge & report the same at the next meeting. Voted That a new Committee be chosen to prepare a Body of By Laws for the regulation of the Grand Lodge. Viz' 'R' Wpful' Joseph Tyler, Sam' Danforth, W" Burbeck, W" Pal- frey, Jos : Webb. The Question was put whether it be the minds of the G* Lodge to celebrate the Feast of .S' John the Baptist. pass'd in the Negative. Reckoning not paid, 14/8 L My. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge in ample Form at Concert Hall Friday Evening Aug' 10. 1770. Present. Most TVpfuU Joseph Warren Joseph Webb Moses Deshon Ezra Collins W" Palfrey Jon" Snelling Paul Revere Sam' Danforth Tho' Urann Caleb Hopkins Joseph Tyler James Jackson. And the Brethren of the Massachusetts Lodge. Brother Joseph Tyler being among his fellows, was caU'd out by GM. DG M S G W JG W GS G. T. GD: D" G* Stewards Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 231 the Grand Master, and after being unanimously approv'd by the Brethren of the Massachusetts Lodge, he was in due form install'd by the Grand Master & pvoclaim'd, R' Wpfull Br° Joseph Tyler Master of the Massachusetts Lodge. A Record was then order'd to be made by the G"^ Secretary, after which the following Officers were nominated & install'd Viz' — William Palfrey Sen' Warden James Jackson Jun' Warden Joshua Loring Secretary Nath' Cndworth Treasurer John Jeffries jun' Deacon John Hill Sen' Deacon. The Evening concluded with that social festivity which becomes good Masons. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge in ample Form at the Masons Arms on Friday Evening Oct' 14. 1770. Present. The Most Worshipful Joseph Warren Grand Master. Joseph Webb . . D. G M Jon=- Snelling . . . J G W Jos : Tyler . . . S. G. W I Master of Mass" j W" Palfrey . . . G S Tho" Crafts . . . G T Tlio' Urann . . . J G D Paul Revere . . . S G D John Jeffries \ for Massachusetts Sam' Gardner J Lodge. A petition of Thomas Alexander, James Thompson, John Cole- man, James Wallace, John Stewart, and Alexander Cruikshanks desiring to be erected into a new Lodge and thereupon Order'd that the petitioners be desired to attend the Lodge. After being heard in support of their petition they withdrew and the Grand Lodge took the same into consideration and thereupon Voted that the consideration of s'' petition be deferr'd till next Grand Lodge Night in order to give the Grand Lodge time to enquire into the Character of the petitioners. Brother Revere produced a deputation from the Tyrian Lodge appointing him their proxy which was read & Unanimously ac- cepted. Voted Unan : That it be recommended to the several Lodges under this jurisdiction to pass a Vote at their next meeting to send by their representatives to the Grand Lodge at their quarterly com- munication the Sum of twelve Shillings Lawful Money and to continue the same at every succeeding quarterly communication 232 Proceedings in Masonry, until it shall be otherwise ordered, and that the 6 S : notify them accordingly. Voted to inform S' Andrews Lodge their Jun' Warden has been absent 3 Nights. Voted that the Brethren of S' Andrews Lodge be desired to favour the Grand Lodge with the "use of their Koom & Utensils. Beckoning not paid. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge in ample form at Masons Hall Fryday Evening Dec' 7. 1770. Present. M : Wpf ull Jos : Warren Esq' G. . M Jos : Webb S. . G. . W. Moses Deshon J. . G. . W W" Palfrev G. . S. Paul Revere S. . G. . D : M' of S' And'' & Tyrian Lodge. Sam' Danforth ■ J. . G. . D : & S. W of Tyrian Lodge. Edw'^ Burbeck S W , „, , , S' Andrews John Lowell J W j ' Stephen Bruce J. . W. Tyrian Lodge James Jackson M. ") John Jeffries S. . W. [ Mass"' Lodge. Sam' Gardner J. . W . ) Thomas Urann Steward Edw" Procter G. . Sword Bearer Ezra Collins P . . M. — B' Paul Revere presented from S' Andrews Lodge the follow^ List of Officers for the Year ensuing. At S' Andrews Lodge held at Masons Hall Nov' SO* 1770 the follow^ Officers were chosen for the year insuing." Viz' R' WpfuU Paul Revere Mast' Edw'* Burbeck S'. . W. Jn° Lowell J. . W Sam' Barrett T Ja' Carter Sec"^ Asa Stoddard S. Deacon WinP Gray J D — Jn" Gray " \ Josiah Waters [■ Stew*" Sam' Webb ) B' Palfrey from Massa"» D" At a Meeting of the Massa'*' Lodge held at Concert Hall on Monday 3'' Dec' A.D. 1770 A.M. 5770. the follow^ Brethren were chose to serve as officers for the year ensuing, Viz'. Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 233 R' Wpfull W™ Palfrey M' James Jackson S. W John Jeffries J. W" Nathan' Cudworth T' W" Codner S^ Sam' Garjiner S. D John Langdon J. D. Jeremiah Webb ) Francis Shaw [■ Stew''' Nat' Tucker ) B' Revere reported from S' Andrews & the Tyrian Lodge that they agreed to send two doll" to the G. Lodge. B' Palfrey from Massa"' ditto. John Stewart one of the petitioners for a New Charter applied the next movn^ for their petition which they withdrew [and] did not attend this Evening. Voted, That a Committee attend S' Andrews Lodge to request the use of their Utensils — follow^ Committee — consist of three B' Collins, B' Danforth, B' Procter. Recke p" . . . . . . . 14/8 Tiler p" 3/4 Voted Unan. That the feast of S' John the Evangelist be cele- brated by the Lodges under this jurisdiction. B' Revere for S' Andrews & Tyrian Lodges p* 12/ each. B' Palfrey for Massa"" p* d° Voted, That the G"* Stewards with the Stewards of each Lodge be a Committee to agree for & provide a dinner for the fes- tival of S' John the Evangelist — & that B' Procter be added to the Committee. Voted, That B' Revere cut a Seal for their G'' Lodge & that the Money arrising from the Charters of the Massa"' and Tyrian Lodge be paid him on aec'. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge in due foi-m at the feast of S' John the evangelist at Masong Hall DeC 27. 1770. Present. Grand Jos: Webb Moses Deshon Ezra Collins Thomas Crafts James Carter John Symmes Thomas Knox Thomas Urann Caleb Hopkins Lodge. S'' Andrews Lodge. G..W 1 r,*^- Paul Revere M S..G. .w ! 1 « John Lowell S. W. J..G., .w\ WinP Gray ' J. W. G..T Samuel Barrett T. G..S ] 1 >;. G..D -|a Massa'^''^ Lodge, J..D 1 Stew"' - 1 *l Jos. Tyler, M. James Jackson S. W. Sam' Gardner J. W 234 Proceedings in Masonry, Thomas Ch ace G..S..B Josliua Loring T. Sam' Sumner G. .T. Nat' Tucker ) j^^g^a, Fran' Sha^v j " Sam' Bradstreet D. Brethren of the several Lodges present at the Feast. Benj' IngersoU Charles Ackworth Alex' Gray John Wallis James ^Vliite Thomas AVells Moses Dorran Edw" Blake John Gray B' Silvere George Abbott Jonathan Snelling John Gore John Piemout. Stephen Bruce Received for 36 persons as above, & paid B' Fitzgerald. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge in ample Form at the Masons Arms Friday Evening March 1"' 5771. Present. The most Worshipful Joseph "Warren Grand Master. Joseph Webb S. G. W ) , . Moses Deshon J G W } P™ temp- John Lowell G. S pro temp" & J. W of S' Andrews Lodge. Samuel Barrett G Tr' pro temp" Paul Revere S. G. D & M of Tyrian & S' Andrews Lodges. Sam' Danforth J. G. D & S. W of Tyrian Lodge Thomas Urann G. Steward Ezra Collins P. M Jon" Snelling Edward Burbeck S. W. of S' Andrews Lodge Stephen Bruce J. ^Y of Tyrian Lodge Joseph Tyler M. \ Massachusetts James Jackson S. W J Lodge. Brother Samuel Barrett-p* for S* Andrews Lodge . . ,, 12 — Paul Revere for Tyrian Lodge 5^12 — Joseph Tj'ler for Massachusetts Lodge . . ,,12 — 1 ,, 16 Voted That three large Candles be bo't for the Grand Lodge. The most Wpful appoints the following Officers. B'W" Burbeck D. G. M. B' Jos : Webb S. G. W. B' Moses Deshon J. G. W. Information being made in the Grand Lodge that Masons were made in Lodge N° 58 held in the 14"^ Reg' for a less Sum than the Constitution allows, Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 235 Voted, That a notification be sent to the Master & "Wardens of Lodge N" 68 held in the 14"' Reg' informing them that information had been made in the Grand Lodge, that Masons were made in Lodge N° 58 for a less Sum than the constitution allows, and de- siring their attendance at ihe Grand Lodge on the Evening of the first Friday in June next at Masons Arms when they will have an opportunity to answer to said information. Recks. p« 1 ,, 2 ,, 8 Tyler p« At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge Hall, Friday Evening June 7. 5771. Present in ample form at Masons S' Andrews Most Wpful Joseph "Warren Esq. Joseph "Webb Ezra Collins James Carter Joseph Tyler Paul Revere Sara' Danforth Stephen Bruce Edward Burbeek Jn° Lowell "W" Palfrey John Jeffries Sam' G'ardner Thomas Urann "Voted "Lfnan : That Brother Ezra Collins be Grand Treasurer pro tempore Brother Revere for S' Andrews Lodge p'^ ,,12 — ditto for Tyrian Lodge 5)12 — Brother Palfrey for Massachusetts Lodge ,,12. — At a Grand Lodge in ample form held at Masons Hall on Fri- day Evening Dec' 6. 1771. Present. GM. S. G"W J G"W G S pro temp" GT G D : M of St Andrews & Tyrian J. G.' D & S. "W. of Tyrian J. "W of Tyrian S. W J W M. i S W >■ Massachusetts J W) Steward S J G G Most "Worsh"*'"' Joseph Warren Esq G M. G W. G "W Sec'' Treas' S. G. D J G D. G. Stew" ^■^ I St And- Lodge. Joseph "Webb Moses Deshon "W"' Palfrey . Ezra Collins . Paul Revere . Steph Bruce . Tho' Urann . Jon° Snelling Esq Edward Proctor 236 Peoceedings in Masonry, I Tyrian Lodge. Paul Eevere M. Steph Brace J W Joseph Tyler M | Massachusetts Joshua Lonng S W V j^^ Francis Shaw J W ) The E' Wpful Master of S' Andrews Lodge return'd the follow* Officers chosen for s* Lodge Viz' Jonathan Snelling M. John Lowell S. W. Edward Procter J. W. Samuel Barrett Tr: William Hoskins Secr^ Winthrop Gray S. D. Thomas Knox J. D. Asa Stoddard >• Stewards John Piemont i The Right WpfuU Master of the Massachusetts Lodge return'd the following Officers chosen for said Lodge, Viz' Joseph Tyler M. John Jeffries S W. Joshua Loring J w. William Codner Treas' Nath' Cudworth Secr^ Samuel Gardner SD: John Langdon JD. Francis Shaw Nath Tucker i Stewards The Most Worshipful G. M. then requested the attendance of the Brethren at Concert Hall on the 27"' C'urr' to celebrate the Festival of S' John Evangelist, and order'd that notice thereof be given in the public prints. Voted that the thanks of this Grand Lodge be given to S' Andrews Lodge for the use of their utensils. Voted That for every Charter of new Erection granted by this "Grand Lodge there shall be paid two Guineas for the use of the G* Lodge and half a Guinea to the Secretary for writing & re- cording the same. Voted That Br" W" Burbeck be dismissed from the Comm''" ap- pointed to prepare the By Laws, and B' Jeffries be appointed in his stead. The Grand Master then acquainted the G L that he appointed R' Worship' Joseph Webb Dep^ G. M. The Question was then put whether the G. M has a right to nominate his Wardens. Voted in the affirmative — .1 nov,ft...«, I & Deacons U"H"r,ti„c I Stewards Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 237 The follow^ G- Wardens were then nominated by the G M and with the following Officers were voted bj' the G Lodge — Viz' Moses Deshon Esq . . . . S G W Ezra Collias J G W Joseph Tyler G Marshal iSam' Barrett G Treas' W" Palfrey G Secy Paul Revere Sam' Danforth Tho' Urann Edw'' Hopkins Edward Proctor G Sw* Bearer Voted that the Stewards of S' Andrew's & the Massachusetts Lodges be join'd with the Grand Stewards to prepare the Feast. The Question being put whether Brother Sumner be continued Grand Tyler — pass'd in the Negative. Voted That Br"' William Barrett be G'' Tyler for the ensuing Year. Voted that the monies arising from the Chai'ters of the Tyrian and Mass" Lodges be paid B' Revere on Account. Voted that Br' Sumner be allow'd forty Shillings in full for his past Services. p" the Tyler in full . 2 — By S' Andrews Lodge . 1 ,, 4 ,, — p"" Reckoning . 1 ,,. 4 — Tyrian d° . . 1 ,, 4 ,, — Massachusetts . 1 ,, 4 ,, — 3„4„— 3„12„ — At the Feast of S' John Evangelist held 27* December 1771. — The G'* Officers and a number of Brethren met at the Mason's Arms at 11 o'Clock A M where the Deputy Grand Master was in- stall'd in ample form agreeable to the appointment on the 6* inst' after which the}- repair'd to Concert Hall, where an elegant dinner was provided and Brethren enjoy'd the same in a manner suitable to the festivity of the day. — At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge in Ample Form at the Masons' Arms Friday March 6. 1772. Present. The most Worshipful Joseph Warren G M. Worshipful Joseph Webb D G M Sam' Bari-ett S. G. W & Treasurer Paul Revere J G W & Master of Tyrian Lodge W" Palfrey G S:- Jon" Snelling S G D & Master of S' An- drews 238 Proceedings in Masonry, Tho- Uran J G D Joshua Loi'ing M ) Massachusetts W" Tyler S W J Lodge. A Petition from Thomas Parsons, William Greenough, Tho' Jones, Jonathan Boardmaa, Isaac Walker, Moses Brown, Simon Greenleaf, & Nath' Nowell, Free & accepted Masons resident in Newbury Port (praying they might be erected into a new Lodge by the name of S' Peters Lodge) was presented to the Grand Lodge. Order'd that said Petition be read — A Letter from George Beattie Secretary of Lodge N° 169 of Ancient York Masons was also order'd to be read. — Voted Unan : That Brothers Urann, Revere, & Lowell be a Committee to wait upon the Committee from said Lodge ;ind ac- quaint them that this Grand Lodge will enter into no conference with them upon the subject of said Letter until they shew to this Grand Lodge their, Charter and Bye Laws. The Committee of this Lodge reported that the Committee from Lodge icy. were ready to produce their Charter & Bye Laws. They were desii'Vl to attend & attended accordingly. Voted That the petition from the Brethren at Newbury Port be granted & ihe Secretary be directed to make out a Charter ac- cordingly- Voted That the P'oast of S' John the Baptist be celebrated by the Lodges underthis Jurisdiction at Masons' Hall, and that the Most Worshipful G. M., Brothers Palfrey and Snelling be a Com- mittee to write the Rev'' B' Fayerweather of Narragausett to preach a Sermon on the Occasion. The Grand Lodge took into consideration the Subject of the Letter from Lodge N° 169: and thereupon Voted That the reason whj' this Grand Lodge did not admit the Brethren of said Lodge to the Feast of S' John the Evangelist on Dec' last in Form was that the necessary proofs of the Legality of said Lodge had never been laid before this Grand Lodge, for which reason they could not at that time admit them as a Lodge. Brother Snelling for S' Andrew's Lodge p'' ,, 12 — Br' Revere for Tyiian ,,12 — B' Loring for Massachusetts ,,12 — £1 „ 16 ,,— Reckoning paid — Tyler — At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge in ample Form on Friday Evening May 29 1772 at the Masons' Arms on Special Occasion. — Present. Most Worshipful Joseph Warren G M Worshipful Joseph Webb D G M Jonathan Snelling Esq J.G W & Masterof S* Andrews. Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 239 Joseph Tyler .... S.G.W& Masf of Massachusetts. William Palfrey G S. Sam' Danforth S G D & J W of Tyrian Lodge. John Lowell J G D & S W of S' Anrh-ews. John Jeffries M D : & S W of Massachusetts. Joshua Loring J W d° Tho' Urann G Stew-^ Tho' Crafts The Grand Secretary reported from the Committee appointed to write to the Rev* B' Fayerweather that they liad wrote him accord- ingly & receiv'd an Answer that he accepted of the Choice. — On a Motion made and seconded Voted that a Committee be chosen to apply for a Church for the Service of the day. & that Brothers Palfrey, Jefferds & Danforth be a Committee for that purpose. — Voted That the Grand Secretary write to the Lodges under this Jurisdiction desiring their attendance at the Feast of S' John the Baptist. Order'd that it be recommended to the Lodges under this Juris- diction to raise a Sum as a present to the Rev'' M' Fayerweather and to defrey other extra Charges. Voted that the following Brethren be a Committee to agree for, & prepare the Feast, Viz' — The Grand Stewai-ds, The Stewards of S' Andrews & Massachusetts Lodges & that Brothers Biuce, Hoskins & M^Lane be added. A Petition from John Hickey, Moses Fearen, John Sewards, William Cross, James Cook & Richard Cotter Free and accepted Masons of Portsmouth in New Hampshire was presented to the Grand Lodge and ordered to be read — Richard Cotter one of the Pet" & Russell being call'd in, & ex- amin'd as to the Morals and abilities of the Petitioners Withdrew. Voted that the further consideration of said Petition be deferr'd till next Grand Lodge Night. Voted that Brothers Tyler, Snelling & Jos. Webb be a Commit- tee to procure the best Music that can be obtaiu'd for the Festival of S' John the Baptist. No Money paid in, the Reckoning being 14/8 not paid. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge held at the Masons' Arms, in Ample Form, Friday June 12, 1772. — Present. Most Worshipful Joseph Warren G M. Joseph Webb D G M. Paul Revere S G W & M of Tyrian Lodge Jon" Snelling J G W & M of S' Andrews Lodge. W" Palfrey G.S. 240 Proceedings in Masonry, Sam' Danforth S G D Edw"' Proctor J G- D & J W of S' Andrews. Thomas Urann G Steward Jn" Lowell S W of S' Andrews Sam' Gardner S. W. ) Massachusetts Lodge. Tho" Love J. W. J ° Stephen Bruce S W of Tyrian Lodge Edward Hopkins G Steward. Brother G"*. Secretary reported from the Committee appointed to apply for the use of a Church : That they had attended that Service by waiting upon the Minister & Wardens of Christ Church who readily granted the free use of that Church for the Service of the day. Voted That the Stewards appointed to prepare the Feast agree for a dinner for Seventy-five, certain. Letters from the Tyrian & S' Peters Lodges were read, advis^ they should attend the Festival. A petition from John Shea a distress'd Brother was read, and thereupon Voted that s** Brother should be examin'd and his Case euquir'd into, and he should be recommended accordingly. . B' G Sec'*' mov'd for a Certificate to be granted to Brother Will- iam Tyler of the Massachusetts Lodge, and the same was unani- mously Voted. — The Representatives of S' Andrew's and the Massachusetts Lodges reported that their respective Lodges had voted the Sura of Six Guineas each towards defreying the Extra expences of the Festival. Voted that Eight Guineas be presented the Eev* M' Fayer- weather as a Compliment from this Grand Lodge, & that the same be taken out of the Sums rais'd by each Lodge for defreying the Extra Ex pence. Voted That Brother Paul Eevere be join'd with the Committee for preparing the Music. Voted that Brothers Thomas Love, Stephen Bruce & Winthrop Gray be a Committee to examine all Strangers who shall appear at the Feast. The petition from the Brethren at Portsmouth, which was referr'd over to this Evening, was again taken into consideration & there- upon Voted, That Brothers Palfrey, Proctor & Love be a Committee to ex- amine into the circumstances & Character of the Pet" and report the same at the next Grand Lodge Night. Last reckoning . ,, 14 ,, 8 S' Andrews Lodge p"* Eeckoning this Night ,, 18 ,, 8 Massachusetts p* Tyler , 3 „ 4 Tyrian p'^ . . . 1 )! 12 )1 — ?? 12 1? — )) 12 n — 1 1) 16 n — 1 „16„8 At the Assenjbly and Feast held at the Masons Arms Tavern on the Festival of S' John the Baptist 24* June 1772. Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 241 Present. Most Worshipfull Joseph Warren Esq. G- M. E' Worshipful Joseph Webb . . D G M Paul Revere S. G. W Pro Temp" Tho" Crafts . . J. G. W. d" Samuel Barrett G IV William Palfrey G. Sec'' rS' Andrews "j The Master & Wardens of^ E^ehusetts ^odge. LS' Peters J With the Brethren of their respective Lodges, & Visiting Breth- ren to the Number of Ninety Seven. The Grand Officers and Brethren congregated at Eleven O'Clock A.M. at Concert Hall where the Grand Lodge was open'd in ample Form, after which the Brethren form'd in the following Order, f Tyler, with the Sword & three Stewards with their Wands, Brethren of S' Peter's Lodge two and two, Two Wardens of d". Master of d°. Brethren of Massachusetts Lodge two and two, Deacons Secretary & Treasurer two Wardens Master. Stewards of S' Andrew's Lodge Brethren of d° two & two Deacons Secretary & Treasurer Wardens » Master. Grand Stewards w"^ their Wands Grand Deacons, Grand Treasurer & Secretary Grand Wardens, Deputy Grand Master Grand Master. All cloath'd in their respective Jewells, and with their several badges of Office, marched in procession to Christs Church where a very suitable and pertinent discourse was preached by the Rev'' Brother Samuel Fayerweather of Narragansett from 1" Corinth' h Ch : 11 V : after which the order of procession was revers'd (excejit the MostWpful G M. being preceded by three Stewards) and they march'd to Masons' Hall where the Grand Lodge again formed and the following Votes were passed. Viz. Voted Unanimously that the Thanks of this Lodge be presented 242 Proceedings in Masonry, to our Brother the Rev'' Samuel F'ayerweather for his Sermon preach'd this day before the Graud Lodge, and that Bi' Josei)h Webb, Paul Revere & Thomas Crafts be a Committee to wait upon him accordingly and to request him to grant a Copy of the same for the press. Also Voted L'naximouslt that the thanks of this Lodge be given to the Rev'' D' Byles jun' for his performance of prayers this day, and for his, & the Church Wardens' & Vestry's granting us the Liberty of assembling at Christs Cliurch: Also to the several Gentlemen proprietors of pews there, for their read3' consent in granting the sole use of their Pews for the purpose aforesaid, & that the above nam'd Committee wait upon the Rev'' D'' Byles accordingly. The Lodge was then clos'd, after which the G'' Master and Brethren din'd together in the Garden, under a large Tent erected for that purpose, and the remainder of the Day was dedicated to Mirth & Social festivity. Before the Brethren dispers'd a collection was made for the relief of M" Hannah Stone the Widow of Cap' Stone a deceas'd Brother, and applied accordingh'. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge in Ample Form at the Masons Arms Friday Evening Sep' 4. 1772. Present. The most Worshipful Joseph Warren Esq G. M. Jos. Webb D G M Ezra CoUins S. G. W. Paul Revere J G W & M of Tyrian Lodge. Stephen Bruce J G D & S. W. . . d" Thomas Urann S. G D. ' Joshua Loring M. ") Tho' Love S W J- Massachusetts Lodge. Nat Tucker J W J Simon Greenleaf of S' Peters Lodge. William Stewart M ) Tho' Ilarbert S. W. I Duke of York's Lodge. Edw" Stodsworth J W j The Committee appointed to examine into the Characters of the Portsmouth Pet" reported that it would not be for the Interest or Credit of Ancient Masonry to grant s'' petition for the present. Voted that as some other petitioners have appear'd to support the Portsmouth petition that the malter be recommitted to a New Committee. The follow'' Brethren were chosen for that purpose, Br' Ezra Collins, Simon Greenleaf, Tho' Love. And order'd that s'' Committee report as soon as possible to the Grand Master. A Letter from Brother Moses Deshon being read, it was Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 24a Voted that B' Deshon be recommended to S' Andrews & Mas- sachusetts Lodges for relief. — S' Andrews Lodge not being represented, the Secr^ was ordei'ed to acquaint the Body of their neglect. ' Voted that Brotiier Paul Revere, Caleb Hopkins & Joshua Lo- ring be a Committee to examine how tlie several Sums collected for delrejing the expence of the Festival of S' John the Baptist was dispos'd of and report the same. — Voted that the Duke of York's Lodge be excus'd from paying any dues at present till it be further considered. Voted that Brother Flagg's Account of broken Ware be dis- miss'd. paid Tyler . . . . , , 3 , , 4 reckoning . . . . 1 ,, Massachusetts Lodge :P* 51 12 Tyrian Lodge K 5) 12 S' Andrews . , P^ )) 12 S' Peters . . . P^ 51 12 1 At a Grand Lodge (of Emergency) held at the Masons Arms Tavern in ample Form Friday Evening Nov' 6. 1772. Present. The most Worshipful Joseph Warren Esq. G M. R' Wpf ul Joseph Webb D. G. M. Ezra Collins S G W pro Temp" Paul Revere J G W d° & M. of Tyrian L. Stephen Bruce S. G D & J. W. d° Thomas Urann G. Steward Joshua Loring G. Sec'' pro temp" R' Wpful Jon" Snelling M of S' Andrews. John Lowell W of d" Phillip Marett of Tyrian L. Tho' Love M of Massachusetts L. pro Temp" Read a petition from Portsmouth dated Anno Mundi 5772 sign'd by Phillip Baily, Joseph Cooke, Richarcl Codder, John Sew- ards, John Jones, William Cross, William Smith, Moses Ferren, & George Homans who are desirous of being erected into a Lodge at Portsmouth by the name or title of S' Johns Lodge. The Committee appointed by the Grand Lodge some months past to enquire into the Characters of the foregoing Petitioners, Report, that after strict enquiry, some of their Characters ap- pear'd to be such, that they could not reccommend them as worthy of a Warrant. Whereupon it was unanimously Voted that the prayer of the Petitioners should not be granted at present. At a Grand Lodge held at the Masons' Arms Tavern in ample Foim Friday Evening 4'" Dec' 1772 244 Proceedings in Masonry, Present. The most "Worshipful Joseph AVarren Esq. G M. ■ R' Wpfal Joseph Webb D. G-. M. Moses Deshon S G W Ezra Collins J G ^V. Paul Revere S. Deacon & M of Tyrian L. Joshua Loring J G D : & S. W of Mass" L. Samuel BiiiTett G. Treas' AV" Palfrey G S: Tho' Uraun G. Stew* & M of S' Andrews L. Edward Proctor G : S : Bearer & S. W. S' Andrews. Asa Stoddard J W of S' Andrews Joseph Tyler ^l of Massachusetts Jon" Snelling Esq. M of S' Peters L — Sam' Dauforth J. G. D. A Letter from S' Peters Lodge appointing Jonathan Snelling Esq. their Proxy, was read and accepted. Also another Letter from s* Lodge desiring they might be regu- larly install'd the •28"' of this Month. Voted that the choice of Grand Officers should be annual, and that they be chosen the first Grand Lodge Night in Deceml)er. The most AYori-hipfuU then nominated the following Officers of the Grand Lodge for the year ensuing who were approv'd by the Grand Lodge — Viz' R' Wpful Ezra Collins Sen' G"^ Warden R' Wpful Sam' Barrett Jun' C Warden Br' Edward Proctor G* Marshall, R' Wpful Joseph Tyler G"* Tjeasurer, R' Wpful William Palfrey G'' Secretary R' Wpful Paul Revere S. G" Deacon Br' Sam' Danforth J. G. Deacon S'p'r'K^J^"-^'""" I G^ stewards B' Caleb Hopkms J Br' Asa Stoddard G* Sword Bearer, Br' William Barrett - G" Tyler. R' Worshipful Brother William Palfrey having decliu'd serving the Office of Grand Secretary-, Brother William lloskins was chosen in his stead. The new Officers being invested with their proper Jewels, The thanks of the Grand Lodge were unanimously Voted 'to the late Officers for their past Services. One of the Committee appointed to examine into the appropri- ation of the Money collected to defrej' the extra Expences of the Feast of S' John the Baptist in June last, having charg'd Brother Palfrey late C Secr^ with having given two Guineas to the Rev'' M' Fayerweather more than was voted bj' the Grand Lodge, the same was taken into consideration, and it appearing by a Letter Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 245 from Brother Harkiii, Master of the Tyrian Lodge, that it was done by his consent, and tlie consent of the Brethren of his Lodge present at the Feast, and the most Worshipful G. M. having also declar'd from the Chair that it was done by his particular direction. Therefore Voted, that the matter be dismiss'd. On a Motion made to celebrate the Feast of S' John the Evan- gelist, Voted, that the Grand Stewards, the Stewards of S' An- drews & the Massachusetts Lodges with Brothers Paul Revere, Edward Proctor & Ezra Collins be a Committee to determine the same & this G. L. will abide by their determination. Eeckoning p'' . .' ,, 18 ,, 8 S' Andrews p* . . . ,, 12 ,, p'» Tyler . . . ,, 3„4 Tyrian p* ....,, 12 ,, last Reckoning ,, Ifi ,, - Massachusetts p'' . . ,, 12 ,, S' Peters p*. . . . ,, 12,, At a Meeting of The Grand Lodge at the Masons Arms in Ample Form, Friday Evening 11"^ December 1772. Present. The Most Worshipful Joseph Warren Esq' G. M. R' Wpful Joseph Webb . . . . D. G. M. Ezra Collins "W" Palfrey . . Edw* Procter . Samuel Danforth Joshua Loring . W" Hoskins . . S G W J. G. W pro Tern. G. Marshall. S G D pro Tem. JGD G. Sec^ Thomas Urann ■ G. S. & M. Mass" Lodge. Caleb Hopkins G. S. Thomas Love S W Mass" Lodge Tucker J W M. Lodge. John Symmes Moses Deshon Esq' Voted the Grand Stewards and Other OtHcers, (as Voted 4"* Instant) be Notified to Mett at the Hall Tomor" 11 "Clock and determine where the Feast of S' John the Evangelist should be Held, and Make report to the Grand Lodge at 12 "Clock. — Reck^ 1 ,, 4. — not paid. At a, Meeting of the Most Worshipful Grand Master & Grand Officers at Free Masons Arms, Saturday 12 "Clock p Adjourn' to receive the report of the Com"''^ The Committee report by their Chairman R' Wpful Bro : Urann, They had Agreed the Feast of S' John Evan« should be Celebrated at Free Masons Arms Mond^ 28 In"' ; The Most Worshipful Grand Master then Orderd the G" Sec^ to Cause the same to be Inserted in Fades & Gills, and Thomas's Papers. 246 Proceedings in ]\lASO>rEY, At the Feast of S' John Evangelist held the 28* December 1772 at Free Masons Arms, Present. The Most Worshipfull Joseph Warren Esq' G'' Master, with the Grand Officers and Brethren of the Several Lodges, Where an Elegant Dinner was Provided and The Brethren Enjoyed the same in a Manner Suitable to the Festivity of the Day. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge at the Masons Arms, in Ample Form Friday Evening The S"" of March 1773. Present. The Most Worshipful! Joseph Warren Esq' G. M' with Several of the Grand Officers. When the ]Must Woishipfull Grand Master was Pleased to Adjourn this Grand Lodge to Monday the 8"" Instant. At a Meeting of The Grand Lodge at the Masons Arms in Ample Form, Monday Evening ilarch 8"" 1773. By Adjourn- ment. — Present. The Most Worshipfull Joseph Warren Esq' G.:\I. Worshipfull Joseph Webb . . D G M Joseph Tvler . . S G W Paul Revere . . J G W Samuel Danforth, S G D. Jonath : Snelling . J G D William Hoskins . G S Thomas Urann Josh" Loring Thomas Crafts Eben' Love Thomas Chase Moses Deshon Brother Thomas Crafts Laid Before this Lodge an Account for Two Books Supply ed by him in Decem. 17G0. And After Exam- ining the same, — Voted, Brother Grand Treasurer be desired forthwith to dis- charge said Account of 18/8 L My. Voted, a Book be Purchased, and that Bro : Grand Treas' Purchase the Same for the Convenience of Recording the Charter, also, for recording. The Members of the Several Lodges under this Juris- diction. Paid Reckoning ,, 16 ,, — Paid Tvler ,,4:6 S' Andrews Massachus"^ Tyrian . S' Petei-s . . . p-12/- . pO^V- . pM2/- , pM2/— 2 . 8/— Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 247 At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge held at the Masons Arms in Ample Form Friday Evening May 7"' 1773 upon an Especial Occasion. Present. — Most Worshipful! Joseph Warren Esq"^ G. M. R' Wpfull Moses Deshon Esq' S. G. W. Joseph Tyler . . J G W Paul Revere . . . S G D Sam' Danforth . . J G D W" Hoskins . . . G. S. R' Wpfull Joseph Webb. Thorn' Urann Jn° Symmes Jon" Snelling Esq' Josh" Loring John Lowell John Jefferies Edw* Procter W" Palfry Asa Stodder Steph : Bruce. A Petition from The Master, Wardens, and a Number of Breth- ren of S' Andrew Lodge, Setting forth they had been deprived of their Charter of Erection by M' Will"" Burbeck (a former Master of said Lodge) Praying a dispensation may be Granted them from this Grand Lodge, untill they can obtain a Coppy of their Charter from the Grand Lodge of Scotland. The same being Read It was Motioned & Seconded, That the Members present of S' Andrew's Lodge, have no Voice in the determination of this petition, which was Voted Unanimously. Then it was put wether the Prayer of this Petition should be Granted, Voted in the Affirmative. The Grand Master then Orderd the G: Sees' to furnish S' Andrew Lodge with a Warrant directly. Bro : Revere, moved for a Letter of Recom- mendation in favour of Bro : Step : Bruce. Bro : Hoskins, also Moved for a Letter of Recommend'' in Behalf of Bro : Simon Greenleaf of Newbury Port. Voted Un' the same be Granted them. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge at Masons Arms in Ample Form, Fryday Evening June 4* 1773. Present. The Most Worshipfull Joseph Warren Esq' G'' Master. Moses Deshon Esq' G. S. W. Asa Stodder. . . G J W 1 „ „ o Thom- Urann . . g S D } ^^ = ^emp" Wiir Hoskins . . G Sec^^ 248 Proceedings in ]Masoxry, The Grand Lodge being Open'd ; the Grand Master Observing but few Giand Officers Present, was Acquainted of their Neces- s;uT Engagement in au° .Society. Then the Grand Master was Pleased to Adjourn this Grand Lodge to Friday Evening tlie 11* Instant. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge, held at Masons Arms, in Ample Form, Friday Evening June 11* 1773 — by Adjourn- ment. Present. The Most ^Vorshipfull Joseph Warren Esq' G' Master WorshipfuU Joseph Welib D"^ G" Mast"^ R' WpfuU Ezra Collins S. G W Paul Revere J G W. Thomas Urann H G D. John Symmes J G D W' Hoskius G'' See-' R' Wpfull :\Ioscs Deshon Esq' Jon" Snelling P^scf Phillip Merriot of Tyrian Lodge. The Several Lodges under this Jurisdiction S' Andrew, Bro : Urann p"* 12/. S' Peter . . . Bro : Snelling p"* 12/. Tyrion . . . Bro : Revere p"* 12/. jNlassaehusetts. not Represented. Bro : D G M "SVebb Proposed that Rules and Orders should be drawn up for the Regulations of this Grand Lodge, and IMotioned, a Com""' be appointed from the Several Lodges under this Jurisdiction to draw up the same. jMdtioned & Seconded, that two Brethren from Each Lodge be of this Committee. Voted the following, for S' Andrews, .... Bro : Lowell Bro : Barratt for Tyrian Bro : Revere Bro : Danforth for Massachusetts . . . Bro : Palfrej'. Bro : Jeffries for S' Peters Bro : Snelling Bro : Collins Motioned & Seconded Bro: D G M AVebb be added to this Committee. — Reck" Paid for 2 Y.xen^' 1 .. 3 ,, 4. This Grand Lodge was then Adjourned to Wednesday Evening 16* Instant. At a Grand Lodge held at Masons Arms in Ample Form June 16* 1773 p Adjonrnment. Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 249 Present. Most Worshipfull Joseph Webb D G M in the Chan-. R' WpfuU Ezra Collins S QW Paul Revere J G W W" Palfrey S. G D | Pro : Jon" Snelling Esq' J , G D j Temp" W'"Hoskins G S^^ Jere Allen "I of Mass" Lodge & Will'" Codner j Visitors. Moses Deshon Esq' Tho : Urann Asa Stodder Josh" Loring Voted, that the Com"= for drawing up By Laws or Regulations for the Government of this Grand Lodge (as Voted 11"" Instant) have a further time to Inspect what they have already drawn up, J\Iake additions & perfect the same, to be laid before this Grand Lodge at their Next Quarterly Communication. Mof* & Voted that the Grand Master be Requested, that a Letter directed to him & read this Evening from Allex' Dougall of Scot- land Dated 3 March 1772 be recorded in our Grand Lodge Books. This Grand Lodge was then Closed to the first Friday in Septem"' Next. No Reckoning Paid. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge held at the Masons Arms in Ample Form, Friday Sep' 3'*, 1773. Present. Most Worshipfull Joseph Warren Esq"" G"^ M' Worshipfull Joseph Webb D'^ G M' R' Worshipfull Thomas Urann S G" W. Pro : Tem. Asa Stodder J G-^ W. R' Worshipfull Jon" Snelling Esq' W" Hoskins G. S^ This Grand Lodge did not Proceed to Business on ace' of the fewness of Members, Therefore The Most Worshipfull Grand Mnster was Pleased to Adjourn this Grand Lodge to the first Friday in the Ensuing Month to Congregate [at] 7 "Clock of said Evening Unless Called together before upon Some Emergency. Paid the Tiler 12/ — At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge, held at Masons Arms, In Ample Form, p Adjournment Friday Evening October 1'' 1773. Present. Most Worshipfull Joseph Warren Esq' G"" Master. WpfuU Joseph Webb D'^ G" M' >50 Peoceemngs IX Masonry, R' Wpfull Moses Deslion Esq' S. G W E' Wpfull Joseph Tvler . . . . J G AV. R' Wpfull Thomas Uraiin S. G^ D E« Wpfull Paul Revere J G D W" Hoskins G S^ Joshua Loring. The Petition of Eichai'd Carpenter & Others, under the 2* of June was this Evening Read, and The Substance therein debated, The Grand Lodge being fully of Opinion that the Lodge at Castle William nor no other Travelling Lodges, has any Right to Make Masons of any Citizen, The same was put wether the Prayer of said Carpenter & Others should be Granted, Passed in the Neg- ative. Bro'' G'' Treasurer Presented an Account Against this Grand Lodge from Bro : Josiah Flagg, for Gilding the Grand Officers Jewells to the Amount of 52/8 L M''. Voted the same be allowed, and that the Grand Treasurer discharge it. paid Tylers & Caudles paid Riekoning . 17 18 10 15 : 10 S' Andrew . . . paid. Tvrian . . . . 12/ M'ass' .... 24/ S' Peters Not Represented. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge, held at Masons Arms in Ample Form December 3'''' 1773. Present. Most WorsliipfuU Joseph Warren Esq' Gr Master. Wpfull Joseph Webb jSIoses Deshon Esq' Sam' Barratt Paul Revere Samuel Danforth W'" Hoskins Joseph Tyler Thomas Urann Caleb Hopkins John Lowell John Symmes Step : Bruce Tho : Love. D G Master S G'* W. J G W. S GD. JGD. G. S^ G Treas' G" Stewards M' S' And" Lod?e. The Most Worshipfull Grand Master, directed the G"' S^ to Call over the Several Lodges under this Jurisdiction. S' Andrew p* 1 : 4 — Tyrian p'^ ,,12 — Massachusetts . . . . p'^ ,,12 — S' Peters not Represented. Massachusetts Geand Lodge, 1769-92. 251 The Most Worshipful! Grand Master, being Informed the Lodge of S' Andrew, had made Choice of Worshipfull Bro' John Lowell, Master of that Lodge for the Ensuing Year, Was pleased to Order a List of his Officers — which was Exhibited, Read and Recorded In the Grand Lodge Books for that Purpose. Then the Most Worshipfull Grand Master was Pleased to Ap- point, or Nominate the follovv*^ Grand Officers, for the Ensuing Year. Brothers Ezra Collins . . . S. G. W. Sam' Barrett . . . J G W Edw* Procter , . . G. Marshall Joseph Tyler . . . G. Treas' W"" Hoskins ' . . . G S^ Paul Revere • S G D Sam' Danforth J G D G Stew"' Tho : Urann Caleb Hopkins John Cade ' G" Tyler. } The Most Worshipfull Grand Master, then desired tlie Opinion of the Grand Officers present, with respect to Celebrating the Feast of S' John the Evangelist, 27* Instant. Motioned and Seconded, The Feast be Celebrated the 27"' In- stant at Free Masons Hall ; Voted, The Stewards of the Grand Lodge, of St Andrews and the Massachusetts Lodges, Agree for and Provide the dinner and that three Brethren be desired to Joyn the Stewards, Voted, Broth" Bruce, Procter, Love. Voted, the Festival be Advertized in the Public Prints. R' Worpf Grand Treas'' Motioned a Comittee be appointed to Examine his Accounts of this Grand Lodge for the Past Year, Mof" three Brethren be of this Com'='=, Bro" Webb, Danforth & Bruce, And that they Report there doings the next Grand Lodge Quarterl}- Communication. Recks Paid 1 ,, 10 : 8 p" Tiler „ 5 : 4 1 „ 16 At the Assembly and Feast, held at Masons Hall in Boston New England on — Decem' 27"" 5773. Present. The Most Worshipfull Joseph Warren Esq' C^ Mast' The Officers of the Grand Lodge Tlie Masters and Wardens of S' Andrew, Massach"% Tyrian and S' Peter's Lodges. Read A Commission from [The Right Hon'''^ and Most Worshipfull Patrick, Earl of Dumfries, Grand Master of Masons in Scotland S G" W. JG<» W G-" Marshall G* Treas' G. S-' S GD. J. G. D. G. St* GTV 252 Proceedixgs in Masonry, dated 3'* day of March A.D. and of Masonai-y 5772, Appointing the Most AVorshipfuU Joseph Warren Esq'' Grand Master of Masons for the Continent of America. The Brethren, then Proceeded in Ample Form to Install, The Most Worshipfull Grand Master. Then The Most Worshipful Grand ^Master by Virtue of the Authority Granted him in the foregoing Commission, Orderd the G'^ Sec/ to Read a Commission d.ated at Boston X England 1773 Appointing Joseph Webb Esq' Deputy Grand Master, under him the Said Joseph Warren Esq' G"" Master, who was Accordingly Installd. After which the follow" Grand OtBcers were Confirmd in their Several Offices for the Ensuing Year. Elzra Collins • Sam" Barratt Edw'* Procter Joseph Tyler W™ Hoskins Paul Revere Sam" Dauforth Thorn' Urann Caleb Hopkins John Cade, The Tables being Furnished, The Brethren (with the Guests) Enjoyed themselves Agreeable to the Festivity of the day. Present. :M()St Worshipfull Joseph Warren Esq' G* M' Hon"'' AVilliam Brattle Esq' Rev* Doc' Sam" Mather. Worshipf . Joseph Webb Esq' D"^ G" M' Ezr:i Collins S. G* W. Sam" Barratt J. G* W. Edw" Procter G" Marsh. Joseph Tyler. Gi* Treas' W™ Hoskins G Sy. Jon' Snelling Esq' S. G. D pro : Temp. Moses DeshonEsq' J. G. D. Thorn' Urann 1 ^^ „ ,, St Bruce i ^ ^t^" Wiothrop Gray Jam" Tileston Tho : Chase Henry Simpson PLlisha Thatcher Jam' Carter Asa Stodder Adam Colson John Symmes Josiah Watters Josiah Eades M^Calpine Nath. Cook Jere Allen Thorn' Clements Jon" Williams Tho : Newell Sam" Barratt Fullford. Hawse Hatch J. Gray Tucker Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 253 Elip : Weston Jn° Fenno John Newell W™ Williams John Pulling W" Molineux. G-orham Collected Recki? 50 dinners . ©3/ 7 ,, 10 40 Tickets fa) 6/. 12 . — 13 dble Bowls Punch 1 ,, 14 After colection 2 „ 16 ,, 12 Bottles Port 3/ 1 ,, 16 14 ,, 16 17doMedaira/S)4/ 3 Advers^^. 14 „ 16 „ The thanks of the Brethren was made to Rev"^ Doc' Mather, also to The Hon"" William Brattle Esq' for their Comp" Then The Rev*^ Doc' Mather withdrew. The Most Worshipfull Grand Master was Pleased to direct Three Brethren, viz, Jon" Williams, Elis" Thatcher, & H. Hatch, to wait upon The Most Worshipfull John Rowe, Esq' G'^ Master, the Grand Officers & Brethren at Their Feast, at Col° Ingersolls, to Acquaint them, their Healths would be drank half after 4 "Clock, the Com""' Returned for Answer, that Grand Master Rowe & the Breth" Convened would return the Compliment at that Period. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge at Masons Arms in Ample Form, Friday Evening March 4"' 1774. Present Most Wpfull Joseph Warren Esq' G"^ Mast' Wpfull Joseph Webb Esq' D'^ G^ Mast' Ezra Collins . . S. C" W. Joseph Tyler, J G** W pro : Temp" Jon" Snelling Esq' G Treas' pro : Temp" Paul Revere S. G. D. Stephen Bruce J. G. D. William Hoskins G* S^. John Lowell Mast' S' And" Lodge John Jeffries Mast' Mass" Lodge. Thomas Urann C Steward , Tucker S. ^V'' Mass" Lodge Asa Stodder S. W" S' And" John Symmes J. W of ditto S' Andrews ,, ]2 ,, Tyrian ,, 12 ,, Mass" , 12 ,, S' Peter 1 ,, 16 3 ., 12 254 Proceedings in Masonry, The Com"" appointed to draw up Certain By Laws (as Voted the Eleaventli June Last) the Chaiiman Worshipf" Hro' D G Masf says the said By Laws were still under Consideration ; Mot"* and .Seconded, The Chairman of said Com"°° be desired to sum- mons the whole Com'"^" upon the By Laws and malje Report next Lodge Night. Voted tn" the Thanks of this Grand Lodge, be given to Worsh' Bro' Webb, Dep'^ Grand Mast' Bro' Cap' .Sam" Barrett & Bro : W Hosliins, for tlje Use of the Platform, Pillars and Arch to this Grand Lodge during their Hold= this Grand Lodge at Masons Hall. The Committee Appointed to Examine the Grand Treasurers Accounts, Report they have Examined the Same, and find there is due to the Grand Treasurer One Pound two Shillings & 6J Law- full Money. Bro'' Urann presented an Account from Bro' Adam Colson for a Supply of Aprons deliverd at two different Feast days, Amount^ to One Pound nine shill='. Voted the said Account be allowed, and that the Grand Treas' be desired to discharge the Same. Reck^ Paid the House ,,17, ,4 Paid Tiler ,, 3 ,, 4 1 „ 0„8 Bal" p'^ Grand Treas' 2 ,, 11 ,, 4 3 ,, 12 „— Att a Meeting of the Grand Lodge at Masons Arms in Ample Form Friday Evening June 3'^ 1774. Present. Right "Worshipful! Moses Deshon Esq' P Mast' Thomas Urann S G W P T' John Svmmes J G W"" Nath" tucker. S. G. D Hawse Hatch J G D William Hoskius G. S^. Mof* Seconded and Voted, this Grand Lodge be Adjourned to Tuesday Evening Nest 7 "Clock by Reason of the few Grand OtHcers Present, Engaged in Consequential Public Business. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge held at Masons Arms, Tues- day Evening by Adjournment June 7* 1774. Present Most AVorshipfuU Joseph Warren Esq' G"* Master. Wpfull Joseph Webb Esq' D'? G'^ Master. R' Wpfull Moses Deshon Esq' S. G. W. Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 255 ThoTna,s Urann J. G-. W. Paul Revere S. G. D Asa Stoddei- J G D Caleb Hopkins G. Stew" Edward Procter G. Marshall John Lowell M 8' Ad" Lodge. S' Andrew's .... Tyrian Massach"" .... S' Peters On a Motion, made with regard to holding the Feast on the 24* June, it was Unan^ Voted not to hold the Feast on the said 24"' June. This Grand Lodge Closed untill The first Friday in Septem- ber. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge, held at Masons Arms, Fri- daj' Evening Sep' 2^ 1774. Present. E' Wpfiill Thomas Urann P. Masf John Lowell M' of S' And'' Lodge. John Symmes J. W. S' And" Lodge. The Members of this Grand Lodge being Necessarily Prevented from giving their Attendance this Evening no Regular Lodge could be held. Therefore Adjourned to Wednesday Evening the Seventh Instant. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge held at Masons Arms, Wed- nesday Evening Sep' 7. 1774 by Adjournment. Present. The Most Worshipfull Joseph Warren Esq"^ G* Master. Moses Deshon Esq' S. G. W. Paul Revere J G W. Thorn' Urann S. G. D. John Symmes ' J G D. John Lowell Nath' Tucker G T' S'And" „ 4 — Tyrian ,, 12 — Massach'" S' Peters 16/ — Motioned and Seconded, a Treasurer be Chose, Voted Brother Reveie be Grand Treasurer. 256 Proceedings in Masoxet, At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge held at Masons Hall in Ample Form, Friday Evening December 2'', 1774. — Present. The Most Wpful Joseph Warren Esq' G* Master. Wpfnl Joseph Webb Esq' 0*^ G" Masf R' Wp Moses Deshon Esq' S. G. W. Thomas Uraun J. G. W. Edw" Procter S G D. Asa Stodder J G D. AViU™ Hoskins G S Winth Gray J W S' Andrew Lodge. S' Andrew p'» ,, 12 — Tyrian Massa [• not Eepresented fS' Peters Motioned & Seconded, the Sec^ write to the Master and War- dens of S' Peters Lodge at Newberry, and acqnaint them, their Lodge has not been Represented to the Grand Lodge in Boston, since last March and that the Arrearages due has not been Paid. Also Voted, Mass" Lodge be wrote to in like manner. The Most Worshipful Grand Master was Pleased to direct that the Several Grand Officers Serv" the Last year be continued, in Said Offices, Ensu" Year. Motioned & Sec'' a Grand Treasurer be chose for the discharge of that office the Ensuing Year. Voted, (liy Written ^'otes) Un' Bro' John Lowell be Grand Treasurer the Ensuing Year, and was Invested with the Grand Treasurer's Jewell. Brother John Rea of his Majestys 59* Reg' Presented a Charter N" 243 (from the Grand Lodge of Ireland) also a List of Master Wardens & Brethren of said Lodge X" 243, (of said Regim') Requesting to be under the Protection & Direction of this Grand Lodge. AV hereupon Voted their Request be Granted they Paying the Customary dues to this Grand Lodge. Voted this Record be transmitted to the Master & AVardens of that Lodge. Voted the List of Members of Lodge N° 243, be Recorded in the Grand Lodge Books. Mof" and Seconded, Voted the Feast of S' John the Evangelist be Celebrated 27* Instant. Voted said Feast be at Free IMasons Hall. Voted the same be Advertised in two Public Prints, Viz' Mess" Eades & Gill, and Mills & Hicks. Voted the two Grand Stewards, two Stewards of S' And"^" & two Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 257 Stewards of Mass" Lodges, with the G" Sec^ be a Committee to treat with M" Baxter to provide an Elegant dinner &c Tnesdny 27* Instant. Voted the Griind Treasurer Apply to the Heirs or Executors of our Late Deceased Brother, G** Treaa' Joseph Tyler for the Books, of this G"" Lodge. Paid G'' Treasurer . . . ,,12/ — Bro' Edward Procter Master of S' Andrew Lodge, Produced a List of Officers, Chose for Ensu^ Year. Grand Lodge Closed to 27* Instant. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge, held at Free Mason's Hall in Due Form, Friday Evening March 3'' 1775. Present. Most Wors' Joseph Warren Esq. G. M. R Wpfl Joseph Webb D. G. M. Ezra Collins S. G. W. Tho' Urann J. G. W. Edw'i Procter H. G. D. John Symmes J. G. D. W" Hosliins G 8^ Moses Deshon P. M. Winthrop Gray J W S' And" - Jn" Lowell G T' S' Andrews Lodge p* 12/ — Tyrian ^ Massachusetts | S' Peters 'f- not Represent''. Lodge N° 243. of 59* | Reg' J jNIotion'd & Seconded, & Voted that Tyrian & S' Peters Lodges be wrote to, & Inform'd that their Lodges, has not been repre- sented to the G'' Lodge since March last, that the Arreaiages has not been paid. Also Voted Massachusetts Lodge be again wrote to & Inform'd that their Lodge has not been represented since last March. The Grand Treasurer Reports, that he had Apply'd to the Heirs of our Late Grand Treasurer, for the Lodge Acco' Books, which he had receiv'd into possession. Bro'' Cade laid before this Lodge an Acco' of Several AtteVid- ances. Including this Evenings Attendance. 28/. Voted the said Acco' be allow'd. & that the Grand Treasurer be desired to pay the same. paid Bro' Cade 28/. Clos'd to 1'' Friday in June. 258 Proceedings is Masonet, Mem" 19* April 1775. Hostellltys Commenc'd, between the Troops of G- Britain & America, in Lexington Battle. In Consequence of which the Town was Blockaded, & no Lodge held untill Dec. 1776. At a Grand Lodge, held at Free Masons Hall for the Celebra- tion of S' John, the Evangelist Dec' 27 1776. Present. Joseph Webb D.G.M. Col" Paul Revere S G W Cap' Caleb Hopkins J GW Tho' Urann S G D Maj' Tho= Chase J G D Col" Tho' Crafts G. T. !N'ath Pierce G. See'' pro temp" Perez Morton Esq. G. Marshall. John Symmes Cap' Philip Merritt Cap' Winthrop Grav— W" Hunt, Steph" Bruce. " Tho' Barker Cap' Jon" Welch Edes Tho' Farrington Nath : Greenough. Phillips Connolly Rob' M'ElroY Jn° Whitten Cap' Alex' Mackey And. Newell Alex' Gray Henry Simpson Maj. Muses Deshon Cap* Silas Atkins Jessee Putnam Tho" Newell Dunkerly Alex' Thomas Jn° Winthrop Cap' W" Miller 32 All settled & paid, a verj' Genteel Entertainment At a Grand Lodge held at Masons Hall (on 'Special Occass") Feb: 14, 1777. . . Present. G Stewards R' Wp Joseph Webb D GM Paul Revere Esq S G W. pro temp" Tho' Urann JGW. d" Caleb Hopkins S GD. d" Jn" Symmes J GD. d° Jn" Lowell GT. Winthrop Gray Steph" Bruce Moses Deshon Esq Xath. Pierce G. S. This Meeting was call'd to hear the Petition of Seth Deane & others, praying for a Charter to Erect & hold a Lodge, in the Town of Stockbridge in the County of Berkshire. Massachusetts Geand Lodge, 1769-92. 259 The petition was referr'd to Friday Evening 7* March Next. Voted that the Dep^ G. Master send a Summons to all the Masters & Wardens under this Jurisdiction to Assemble here on 7* March in Order to Consult upon, & to Elect a Grand Master, for this State, in the Room of our late worthy Grand Master Warren, dec'd. N.B. The Three following Leaves was Cut out by order of the Grand Master : (the three Quarterly Records being made, thereon by Bro'^ Nat Peirce, Rather too. Carelessly is the Reason) which are again fairly Recorded. W HOSKINS G. S. At a Grand Lodge held at Masons Hall March 7* 1777. Present. Right Wors'' Joseph Webb Esq' D G M Wor. Paul Revere S.G.W. Thom' Crafts J.G W Thorn' Urann S G D Edw'' Procter J G D John Lowell G T"- Nat Peirce G Sec. Pro : Temp. Winth" Gray G Stew" W" Greenough G. Stew* This Grand Lodge is Adjournd untill tomorrow Evening. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge at Masons Hall March 8"" 1777 by Adjournment, Present R' Worship : Joseph Webb Esq' D G M Paul Revere S.G.W. Thom' Crafts " J G W John Lowell G Treas' Nat Peirce G Sec pro : Tern" Thom' Urann S G D. Edw'* Procter J G D Moses Deshon Esq' . P M' Phillip Marriot 1 o. stew^' Wmth° Gray J W" Greenough M' of S' Peters Lodge. On a Motion made; Voted, this Grand- Lodge Proceed to the Choice of a Grand Master to Act in that Capacity 'till Friday June Next. Voted, that Most Worshipful! Joseph Webb Esq' be Grand Master. This Grand Lodge made Choice of the following Grand Officers : Samuel Barrett Esq' S G W Paul Revere Esq' J G W 260 Pkoceedings in Masonry, John Lowell . G T' Is at Peirce Thomas Crafts Esq^ S G D Edward Procter Esq' J G D Thomas Urann | ^, g^^^,, Caleb Hopkins ) Motion'd & Seconded tbat the Prayer of the Petition of Seth Dean & Others be heard and Ailswerd, Voted Accord'^ Grand Lodge Closed. [The following is a copy of the Charter of Berkshire Lodge (granted on petition of " iSeth Dean & Others ") as given on the last pages of the Book of Records of this Grand Lodge] To ALL THE Fraternity of Free & Accepted Masons. To whom these presents shall come — The most worshipful Joseph Webb, Esq^ Grand Master of autient free and accepted Masons duly authoriz'd and appointed & in ample Form Install'd, together with his grand Wardens send Greeting, Whereas a Petition has been presented to us, by Jn" Patterson Esq' Samuel Brewer Esq' Mess" Seth Dean Jun'Jn" Grace Stephen Pearle Charles Debel Israel Debel, all antient free & accepted Masons resident in Ntocbridge & Lanax in Massachusetts State in New England, praying that they with such others as may Think Proper to join them may be erected and Constituted as a regular Lodge of free and accepted Masons under the Name Title and Designation of Berkshire Lodge N° 5 with full Power to enter apprentices Pass fellow Crafts And raise master JIasons. Which Petition appearing to us, as tending to the advancement of antient Masonry, and the general Good of the Craft, have unani- mously agreed that the Prayer of the Petition Should be granted. Kxow Ye therefore that M'e the Grand Master And Wardens by Virtue of the Power and Authority aforesaid, and reposing special Trust and Confidence in the Prudence Fidelity & Skill in Masonrj' of our beloved Brethren above named, have Constituted & appointed & by these Presents Do Constitute and appoint them the said Jn°. Patterson Esq' & others a regular Lodge of Free & accepted Masons, under the Name Title and Designation of the Berkshire Lodge N" 5. B[ereby giving & granting unto them and their Successors, full Power and authority to meet and Convene as Masons within the Town of Stockbridge aforesaid to receive and enter apprentices pass Fellow Crafts and Raise blaster Masons, upon the Payment of such moderate Compositions for tlie Same as may hereafter be determin'd by S'* Lodge Also to make Choice of ]\Lister and Wardens and other Office Bearers annually or other- wise as they Shall see Cause. To receive and collect funds for the relief of the Poor and decay'd Brethren, their Widows or Children, and in general to transact all matters relating to Masonry which Massachusetts Geand Lodge, 1769-92. 261 may to them appear for the Good of the Craft, according to the antient Usages and Customs of Masons and we do hereby require the said Constituted Bretliren to attend at the grand Lodge or Quarterly Communications, by themselves or their Proxies (which are tlieir Masters and Wardens for the Time being) and also to keep a fair and regular record of all their Proceedings and to Lay the Same before the Grand Lodge when requir'd, and we do hereby enjoin upon our said Brethren to behave themselves respectfully and obediently to their Superiours in Office, & not to desert their Said Lodge without, the leave of .their Master & Wardens. And we do hereby declare the Precedence of the Said Lodge in the Grand Lodge and elsewhere to commence from the Date of these presents and require all antient Masons Especially of those holding of this Grand Lodge, to acknowledge and receive them & their Successors as regular constituted free and accepted Masons & to treat them accordingl}'. Given under our Hands and the Seal of the G'* Lodge afflx'd at Boston New England this Elighth Day of March in the Year of our Lord 1777 and of Masonry 5777. Sam'^ Barrptt S. G. W. Paul Eevere J. G. W. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge, in Ample Form, Tuesdav 24* June 1777, to Celebrate the Festival of S' John the Baptist. Present. Most Worsh : Joseph Webb Esq' GM Moses Deshon Esq' D GM Paul Eevere Esq' SG W Thom" Crafls i Esq' JGW Thomas Chase Esq' SGD Thomas Melvill Esq' JGD John Lowell G" Trea' Thomas Urann I G'^ Stew" John Pulling Perez Morton Esq' G-" Mar' W" Burbeck Esq' PM' Nat' Peirce, Rep. for Berkshire Lodge. John Symmes Jos : Dunkerly AVinth Gray Jos: Cunningham Step. Smith Jam' Prentice Josh. Davis Jam' SVan George Abbot' Jam' Carter John Warren John Cade Elisha Hinman Nath : Goodwin Peter Fanuiel ■ FAw' ' Tuckermau Amos Winship Alles :' Mackey Job Sumner Alles :' Thomas Benj" White Asa Stodder 262 Proceedings in Masonry, Isa : Audibeit Adam Colson W" Williams Abr* Livingstone John Hopkins Jacob Brown John Sprague Increase Blake John Newell Job Wheelwright John Swift Jon° Eades David Bradley Josiah Watters Freeman Pulcifer Jer. Gager Eev" Dan^ Johnson W" Treadwell Thorn' Newell - W-" Miller Thorn' Loring Eob' Davis Thorn' Farrington Rob' Williams Thorn' Barke Benj. Barnard John Winthrop Moses Barnard John B Oliver Holten Johnstone John Dyg Henry Simpson John Crane Felix Fraser. John Jenkins Phillip Marriot. John Porter Reckning Settled and Paid. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge at Mason Hall, Friday Evening — Sep' 5* 1777 — Present. Most Worsh. Joseph Webb Esq' G M. Moses Deshon Esq' D G M' Paul Revere Esq' S G W ) p ^ Thom' Crafts Esq' J G W P™ ^®™- John Lowell G"* T' John Symmes M' of S' And" Lodge As a Number of the Grand Officers are absent Voted This Grand Lodge be Adjournd to the first Fridaj^ in October Next, and That the Grand Lodge be Summond Accord- ingly- Reckning £2 ,, 8 At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge, at Masons Hall — Decern' 4'" 1777. Present. — Most Worshipfull Joseph Webb Esq' G. M. Moses Deshon Esa' D G M' Paul Revere Esq' " S G W I „ „ Thom' Crafts Esq' J G W P • ■^^"^• John Lowell G. T. John Symmes S G D Nat Peirce Phillip Marriot Massachusktts Geand Lodge, 1769-92. 263 Thorn' Urann G. Stew" Winth. Gray G" Sw" Bearer. Voted, that all the Grand Officers, of this Grand Lodge be Con- tinued, untill the first Friday in March next, Except Bro' Caleb Hopkins. Voted, Bro. Winthrop Gray be a Grand Steward. Voted, The Feast of S' John the Evangelist, be Celebrated the 27* of this Month, that Brother Perez Morton be desired to Pro- nounce an Oration, at the Stone Chaple, that the Subject of his Oration be — Masonary. Brothers, Revere, Bruce & Lowell, are desired to Wait on Bro' Morton and Inform him of the Vote, also to Procure the liberty of the Chaple, also to Request of Col° Crafts, his Reg' Musick, and M'' Silsby to perform the Organ Musick at the Chaple. Voted, tlie Celebration of the Feast be advertised In the two Thursdays Papers. Voted ; that the Stewards of S' Andrew Lodge, be Requested to Joyn and Assist the Grand Stewards for the Preperation of the Ensuing Feast. Representatives, for the follow^ Lodges paid Brother Lowell Grand Treasurer Quartridges — Viz* S' Andrew 1 ,, 4 Tvrion 1 ,, 4 S'" Peters . 1 ,, 4 Berkshire 1 ,, 4 4„ 16 Voted, That the Several Lorlgps, under this Jurisdiction Pay Six Dollars, Quarterly, for the Support of this Grand Lodge. The following is Return of the Officers for S' Andrew Lodge Chose and Serving for the Ensuing Year, Viz' Brothers Paul Revere Master Stephen Bruce S. W^ Perez Morton J. W. Presented bv Brother John Symmes P. Mast' Dec' 1" 1777. Lodge Closed. At a Grand Lodge held in Ample Form at Mason Hall, Fryday Present. Most Worshipfull Joseph Webb Esq' G M Moses Deshon Esq' D G M John Lowell Trens' Thorn' Urann G. Stew'' John Symmes P. M' \ 264 Proceedings in Masonry, The few Members Present, Induces the Worship. Grand Master to Adjourn this Grand Lodge to the Next Fridaj- Evening. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge, at Masons Hall, by Adjourn- ment, Fiiday Mar. 14'" 1778. Present. Most Worshipfull Joseph Webb Esq' G M Moses Deshon Esq' D G M Edwaid Procter Esq' J G D Thomas Urann G Stew'' Winthrop Gray G. Stew* John Pulling Perez Morton Phillip M.-ui-ett Nath' Peirce. A'oted That tliis Grand Lodge be Adjournd till Called together by the Grand Master. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge, at Masons Hall — on Special Occasion Jan-'' 30"" 1778. Present. Most Worshipfull Joseph Webb Esq' Moses Deshon Esq' Paul Revere Esq' Thom' Crafts Esq' John Lowell Edward Pi'octer Esq' Winthrop Gray Thomas Urann John Symnies Stephen Bruce. On the Petition of Michael Newell & others ■ Charter to Erect a Lodge, to be held in Lancaster in the Count}- of Worcester, by tlie Name of Trinity Lodge. Voted Unan" that the Prayer of the Petitioners be granted. Voted that the fees for a Charter to be paid the Treasurer be raised to ' £9 ,, & Sec' Fees be I ,, 10 Exchisive of the Seal & Vellum. Grand Lodge Closed. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge at Masons Hall on Special Occasion Friday Evening May P' 1778. Present. Most Worshipfull Joseph Webb Esq' G M Samuel Barrett Esq' S G W Edward Procter Esq' J G W Thomas L'rann S G D John Symmes J G D GM. DGM S GW J GW G. Treas' S GD J GD G Stew* - praying for a Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92, 265 Wintbrop Gray ) „ „ .= John Pulling I ^ ^^^^ John Lowell G Treas' Voted Unanimously that Brother Nath' Peirce be dismissed as Secretary of this Grand Lodge for a General Neglect of duty. Voted Unanimously Tiiat Brother Will"" Hoskins be Grand Sec- retary for the Present year. On a Petition of Brother John Piemont & others Presented to this Grand Lodge, Praying for a Charter to Erect a Lodge at Danvers by the Name of the United States Lodge. The same being Read, and the Propriety of the Prayer duly Consid**. Voted Unanimously that the Prayer of The Petitioners be granted, and that the Secretary draw a Charter to be Executed under hands & Seal of this Grand Lodge. S' Andrew Lodge paid 1 ,, 16 ") 5 ,, 8/ p"^ Grand Tyrian Lodge paid 1 *,, 16 >- Treasurer S' Peters Lodge paid 1 ,, 16 ) Bro' Lowell. Berkshire ") , " ,, Trinity } °°t repres^ Grand Lodge Closed. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge at Masons Hall, on Special Occasion, Friday Evening June 6* 1778. — Present. Most Worshipfull Joseph Webb Esq'' G. M. Thomas Urann S G W Edward Procter Esq' J G W Winthrop Gray S G D John Pulling J G D W" Palfry Esq' P. Mast' Voted That the Memorial Presented this Grand Lodge, in Behalf of W" Chnloner Geo : Stillmau Jon" Lowder, James Avery & Jon" Farnsworth praying for a Charter of New Erection — have leave to withdraw it, on Account of its not being Supported by Sufficient Number of Signers. Eepresentatives for the follow ^ Lodges. Broth'' Bruce S' Andrew Lodge 1 ,, 16 Pulling Tyrian 1 ,, 16 Procter S' Peters 1 ,, 16 Peirce Berkshire 1 ,, 16 Newell Trinity 1 ,, 16 again Peirce paid 1 ,, 16 10 „ 16 deduct p'' Tiler ,,12 paid Bro' Procter, for Br° Grand Treas' 10 ,, 4 266 Proceedings in ^NIasonrt, Deacous At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge, at Mason Hall — Friday Evening, third Quarter — Sep" 4* 1778. Present. Most "Worshipful! Joseph Webb Esq' Samuel Barratt Esq' Thom^ Urarin John Lowell William Hoskins John Symnies John Pulling James Carter a Petition of Doc'' W"" Chaloner & others, for a Charter of Erec- tion, being Read, Voted the praj-er be Granted and that the Giand Secretary form a Dispensation to-be Executed forthwith, by the Officers of this Grand Lodge — under the Name of Warren. Brothers S' Andrew . Tyrian . St Peters p"* Berkshire . Trinity G* Mast' J' G* W* G^'P G" Setf' J' G^ G^ Clk for Barratt Pulling Lowell Peirce Symmes Not Represented United States deduct paid Tyler paid the Grand Treas' L Money 16 16 16 16 16 £9 1, 1-' Grand Lodge Closed untiU the first Friday in Decem' Calld, upon Emergency. unless At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge at Masons Hall, Friday Evening, Last Quarter, Decem' 4*" 1778 Present. Most Wp Joseph Webb Esq' Sam" Barratt Esq' Edw'' Procter Esq John Lowell W™ Hoskins W" Burbeck Esq' John Symmes Jon" Eades Thorn' Urann James Caiter Nath Peirce Prox Phillip Alarrett — Prox — G'' Mast' ' G'^ Wardens Treas' &■" Sec^ PM' S'G'^ J'G% G" Stew'i GClk Berkshire Lodge Tyrion Lodge. Deacons Brothers PROXEIS .AND Lodge, 1769-92. 267 S' Andrew 1 „ 16 S' Peter 1 „16 Tyrian 1 „ 16 Trinity 1 „16 Berkshire 1 „ 16 United States f d»- 1 1 „16 1„16 12„12 Deduct Paid Tyler „ 12 Barratt f Lowell I Marratt { Symmes I Peirce l_ Carter Paid G'' Treas' £12 ,, The Grand Lodge Proceeded to the Choice of Grand Offlceis for the Ensuing Year. Voted The Most Worshipfull Jos : Webb, Esq' be Grand Master for the Year Ensuing. Voted, the following Officers, for the Grand Lodge, Samuel Barratt Esq'' f g' { Wardens Paul Revere Esq' John Lowell G'' Tre" William Hoskins G* Sec^ Thomas Crafts Esq' j" f^i 1 Deacons, Edw'' Procter Esq' Thomas Urann Winthrop Gray 1 G'^ Stewards. — G" Marshall John Whitten G'^ Sw" Bearer. John Cade G* Tiler. The Grand Master, desired the Opinion of the Grand Lodge : Respecting, Celebrating Eestival of Saint John the Evangelist. Voted, the Celebration of Said Festival be at Free Mason Hall, on Monday the 28* Instant. Voted the Stewards of S' Andrew's Lodge.be Joyned to the Stewards of the Grand Lodge for preparing the Feast. Voted, two more be Added — Viz' Brothers Hoskins & Procter, and that they Agree with Bro' Wort for an Elegant Dinner. Motioned, Seconded and Voted, a Committee be Appointed to Wait upon The Rev'' M' Howard, Requesting him to Preach a Sermon to the Masons, on Monday the 28'". That the Committee, consist of three Brothers Revere Pierce Procter. That they Make Report to the Grand Master of their doings. Voted the Celebration be Advertised in two News Papers, also Voted there be a Colection for the Poor of the Town, on that James Carter — Proxy. ' 268 Proceedings in Masonry, [occasion], and said Colection be deposited in the Hands of the Overseers. Voted the two Grand Deacons, Assist the Deacon's of the Bleeting in the Contribution that day. Tliis Grand Lodge Closed to the 28"" of this Month unless call'd together upon some Emergency. R' Worshipf uU Bro"^ Piemont presented a list of Officers for the United States Lodge, Holding at Danvers Oc' 6"^ 1778. ■John Piemont M. John Stacey S W Amos Putnam J W Enoch Putnam Trea' And* Putnam Sec'' Nath' Gott S. D. Nath' Greenwood J. D. Math^" Fairfield ) ^ a, Joseph Knowlton j ^^®^ E' Worshipfull Bro' Revere presents a List of Officers for S' Andrew's Lodge, Ensuing Year. Paul Revere M. Sigourney ) e. „ ,„ AV" Hoskins .S \V. Coolidoe' I stewards j^^„ ^,^^^^ j ^^ F : Pulcipher ) stewards. f'"^] ^^'l''^ '^''f J : Graham j Jam' Carter Sec^ Thomas S D Barrat — Tyler. Donnell J D At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge at Free Mason HMl, on Special Occasion Friday Evening Decern' 18* 1778. Present. Most Worshipfull Joseph Welib Esq"' G* Mast' Paul Revere Esq' S' G" ] Wardens Thomas Urann J' G"* J Pro : Temp. AV" Hoskins G" Sec^ AVinthrop Gray S' G* ( Deacons John Symmes J' G* j Pro : Temp. James Carter Proxy United States Lodge. James Jackson. Mas' Mass" Lodge. Edward Gray S' Warden of D° Pro. Temp". A petition was presented from the Massacii'' Lodge, Signed AA'"'" Palfrey Mast' James Jackson, S' W Edward Gray J' Warden Setting forth that the Exigency of the times, would not admit of their Assembling sooner, and praying Said Lodge may Retain the Rank, they formerly held under this Grand Lodge. Voted, the Prayer of Said Petition be Granted. Br° Col° Revere, one of the Committee Nominated to wait on M' Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 269 Howard — Reports — That the Rev'^ M' Howard will deliver a Ser- mon to the Body of Masons, at the Old Brick Meeting [-house] on Monday 28* Decern*, and that the Rev* Mess''' Clarke, and Laug- throp, will also Attend. Voted, the Three Reverend Gentlemen be Invited to dine — also — the Rev* Mess" White & Parker on the 28* Instant. Voted The Hon''''= General Gates, and such of his Family, who are Masons, be waited upon, & Invited to dine at the Feast. Voted a Committee Consisting of three, be Appointed for that Purpose. Nominated") & y Brothers Voted 3 Reckning not Paid. Grand Lodge Closed to 28* Ins' Revere ) J. Jackson >• Com" Wint. Gray ) At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge in Ample Form on Monday the 28* December 1778 to Celebrate the Festival of S' John the Evangelist at Free Mason Hall. Present. Hon"'" Gener' Gates : Most Worsh' Jos : Webb : G M : Rev* M' Howard. Rev* M' Clarke, Sam' BarratEsq"^ Paul Revere Esq' and The family of Gen'. Gates. CoP Burbeck John Symmes Bro : Donnell Asa Stodder Ad : Colson AUex : Thomas Bro : Loring Cap' Ruggles Bro. Doane Maj' Melvill John Coolidge John Boit Doc'" Wright Sam' Gore Bro : Magner Cap' Marrat Jon" Eades John Lowell W" Hoskins Thomas Crafts Esq' Edw* Procter Esq' Thorn' Urann Col° Davis Maj' Tyler — John Barrat, Deacons SGW. Rev*M'Lothrop J G W Rev* M' Parker G Trea" GSec^- S.G. 1- J.G. j I G* Stewards G* Marshall G* Sword Bearer. — F. Pulcipher Bro. Bradley John Here Bro : Welch W" WilHams Bro : Sampre Bro : Barker John Barrat Bro. Digge Bro : Swift Bro : Bradford Allex' Mackey J : Jackson Jn° Butterfield M : Newell Bio : Devol Bro : Tuckevman 270 Proceedings in Masonry, Bro : Chace Bro : F. Compede Bro : M'Elrov Eob' Hichborn Cap' X. P^ellows Maj' Brown Elias Thomas Bro : Howe Tlio : Loiing Doc' Winship Bro. Ruggles Bro : Garier Bro. Suoden Bro : Craige Bro. Townsend Bro : Crocker Benj" L'oolidge Bro : Homans Cap' Jn° Haj'nes Bro : Clements John Procter Tho : Russell Cap' Adams Cap' Compston Sam' Hearn Bro : Webber Jam' Carter P. Bridge Bro : Audibert Bro : Gardner Bro : Shattuck Bro Morrill Silas Atkins P: Monroe Cap' Cora' Fellows Bro : Parker Bro : Swan Bro : Peck J. Watters Bro : Balch J. Fenno Bro : Dunkerly Bro : Warren Bro : Boies Cap' Crafts Jn° Merrit Joa* Stodder Bro : Peirpoint H^ Simpson Bro : Rogers Benj" Brown Doc' Welch Cap' Parks J. Newell Mos. Pollock J. Reed Abiel Peirce & Fifers. Bro : Fletcher Eecknino' 288 „ 10 „ 3 prii C3 iters. Adver' & Tickets 7 ,, 4 ,, 295 „ 14 „ 103 persons ® 48/ . . . . 247 : 4 — Colected 105 dolP 31 : 10 — 278 :14 — Bro : X. Pierce, S. Clarke, B. Homans was present. — i not paid. — The Brethren Marched, to the Old Brick Meeting House where the Rev'' ^P Howard Preached a Sermon, Eeve''' Mess"^' Lothrop & Clarke, Assisted, after which a Colection was made for the "Poor of this Town, then Returned to the Hall, and after Partak- ing of an Elegant Feast, Voted the Thanks of the Grand Lodge be given to the Rev* M' Howard for his Sermon deliverd this day, and that the following Brethren, wait upon him, Return him thanks & Request a Copy of the Sanie for the Press. Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 271 Brothers Barrat, Eevere, Procter, Crafts and Lowell, Received a Copy for the Press. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge Mar. 5"" 5779. Present Worshipful Joseph Webb Esq' G. M. Samuel Barrett Esq' S. G. W. Thomas Crafts Esq' J. G. W. William Palfiey Esq' S. G. D Edward Procter Esq' J. G. D. John Lowell G. T. James Carter D^ G. S. Thomas Uraun G. S. James Jackson. John Pulling John Piemont Jon" W E^des Esq' John Sj'mmes Jolm Pulling. The Petition from a number of French Bro" desirous of holding a Lodge under this Jurisdiction was read. Voted, That Brothers Crafts Palfrey and Piemont be a Committee to wait on the French Consul to enquire whetiier they are persons of Character, & that their petition be defer'd to the adjournment. The Petition presented from William M'^Kean Thomas Dodge & others praying for liberty to hold a Lodge at Ipswage, — read, & defer'd to adjournment. The petition from George Abbott & others desirous of holding a Lodge at Salem defer'd to adjournment. Voted. That Brothers Lowell, Barrett, & Procter be a Com- mittee to raise the quarterages &" in such manner as shall be neces- sary to defray the expences of the G'' Lodge. Brother John Symmes Prox}- for Trinity Lodge, presented a list of the members belonging to s"" Lodge — which are as follows — Edmund Heard M. James Wilder S. W. Rich'i P. Bridge J. W. Samuel Ward T. Timothy Harrington Sec^ Eben' Brndish S. D. Levi Wilder J. D. ' Eph™ Carter Stew* Nat. Payne . d" John Newman, Nathaniel Payne, Charles Chalner, Robert Ruggles, Samuel VVillard, Moses Smith, Samuel Adams, Joseph Carter, Benjamin Kimbal, Jonas Fairbanks, Jesse Harrington, John Stanton, Andrew Cunningham, Clark Chandler, W" Caldwell, Ezra Jones, Amos Johnson, Ep"'Wyman, 272 Peoceedings in Masonry, Daniel Bigelow, Jn° Willson, John Efescott, Isaac Jones, Samuel Ward, Josi : Moore, Sanjuel Cliandler, Gardner Wilder, Joseph Trumbull, Jon' Whitney, Josiah Adams, Phenias Sawyer. Winslow Phelps, The Lodge adjourn'd to Mar 9'^ At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge Mar. g"" [5779] Worshipful Joseph Webb Esq"' G. M. William Burbeck S. W. P. T. Thomas Urann J. W. P. T. John Pulling Esq : S. G. D. James Jaclison J. G. D. James Carter D^ S. John Symmes John Tiler Esq. John Piemont Samuel Barrett, Esq' Jonathan W. Edes Esq. 8' Andrews Lodge £1 ,, 16 Massachusetts 1 ,, 16 S' Peters 1 ,, 16 Tyriau 1,,16 Trinity Lodge 1,,16 Berkshire United States 1,,16 Warren £10 ,, 16 Committee, upon the Petition of M'^Kean & others report, that they think it for the advantage of Masonry, their prayer should be granted. Voted, That all Charters granted by this G* Lodge iu future be £30. Voted, Tliat the dues from each Lodge be £6. Voted, Tliat the Sec^ have for engrossing a Charter £6. Voted, That the Petition from the French brothers be granted. Voted, That the Petition of W" M'Keaii & others be granted. Voted, That the Prayer of the Petition of George Abl)ot, and others, be granted. Voted, That the Toiler have £1 ,, 4. — At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge upon Emergeucv April 13* 1779. Present. Wpful Joseph Webb Esq' G. :M. Thomas Urann S. AV. Edward Procter Esq' J, W. Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 273 John Lowell Esq' G. T. James Carter D^G. S. John 83'mmes S. G. D. John Pulling J. G. D. The petition of Nathaniel Greenwood, Francis Yates anrl Jos Wyer a Committee in behiilf of Danvers Lodge " setting forth the disadvantage of holding their Lodge at Danvers and praying it might be I'emoved to the Town of Beverly for reasons therein set forth," was read. The Grand Lodge taking the same into serious Consideration, are pleas'd Unanimously to grant the prayer of their Petition, and the saidi United States Lodge, is in future to be held in the said Town of Beverly, and all their proceedings there, to be firm, and valid, to^ all intents & purposes, as though the Name of Danvers had not been mentioned in their Charter of Erection. Attest James Carter D^ G. Sec'' At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge, Held at Masons Arms, on .Special Occasion, Friday Even^ April 30"' 1779. ' Present, Joseph Webb Esq' G. M. Sam" Barratt Esq' S. G. W. Thorn' Urann J. G. W. W" Hoskins G. S^ Jam' Jackson S. G. D. ) Pro : J. G. D f Tempo John Symmes ^V""' Burbeek Esq' 1 P. Mast" Kdw" Procter Esq' Cap' Jon"- Fades, J W^ S' And'" Wiuth° Gray Esq' P. M' Motiond & Seconded — That the Vote respecting the United States Lodge : at the Last Grand Lodge Night ; be Suspended, by Keason of a petition being Presented, Read & debated at the Grand Lodge — dated 27* Instant, Signed by Nine Members of that Lodge against a removal to Beverly. Motiond, Seconded & Voted That the two Petitions presented from the Members & Commit- tee of the United States Lodge, to this Grand Lodge, Respecting their Removal to Beverly — be coppied & sent by the Grand Secre- taiy to the Master of that Lodge, that he be desired to Call his Lodge together Immediately, and know the Minds of the Members. (Consistent with the By Laws) Respecting a Removal of it — and that they Transmit to the Grand Lodge a Copy of their proceed- ings &the result of their determinations, to be further Acted upon. This Grand Lodge Closed to the first fridav in June. J' G-' p. J' G" G* 1 Deatf G" 'Sec^- P. M. Prox^ for Berk. L. Pii 3X : for Trin^ L. J W S' And'^'L. 274 Proceedings in Masonry, At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge, Held at Masons Hall, on Special Occasion, Friday Even" May 21" 1779. Present. Most Wp Joseph Webb Esq"- CM' Paul Revere Esq' S' G" ) ^i, Edward Procter Esq' "' '^'^ *" Thom' Urann Jam' Jackson W" Hoskins AV"" Burbeck Esq' Xath' Peirce, John Symmes, Jon" Eades The following Members from the United States Lodge being Admited into the Grand Lodge, Viz' Bro' Xath : Greenwood Amos Putnam Franc' Yates Nath' Gott Joseph Wyer Enoch Putnam Having by writing Reported the detei mination of their Lodge at their Last Meeting ; and answer'd to Several pointed Questions Made by this Grand Lodge particularly to the Constitution, P.Tge 314. Thej- withdrew. The Grand Lodge then Came into the following Resolve. — Whereas a Petition was presented to this Grand Lodge Under the 14"" April 1779, By Nath' Greenwood, Francis Yates, & Joseph Wyer, a Committee from the United States Lodge, Hold- ing in Danvers Under this Jurisdiction — Praying said Lodge ma^- be Removed to the Town of Beverly. • — The Grand Lodge Conceived, this Committee & Petitioners to be the Unanimous Voice of !Said Lodge, did Grant the prayer of Said Petition. Since which a Petition has been preferrd to the Grand Lodge By Brother Putnam, & others, Meml)ers, of Said Lodge, praying the Lodge might not be Removed, for Reasons set forth in said Petition, whereupon The Grand Lodge Suspended the Removal. The Petitioners having been heard (this Evening") It fully Ap- peard to The Grand Lodge ; that there were more than Five Mem- bers, who, are wilhng to Support said Lodge. It is therefore the Unanimous Opinion of this Grand Lodge, that no Lodge may be Removed to any other Town, So Long as Five Members Continue to Support it We Therefore Recommend to the Members of Said Lodge they Cultivate Brotherly Love, and Friendship • — the Cement of Masonary — that the Vulgar may not take the Advantage of any little difflcultj' that [may] Arise among Masons, to bring the Craft into disrepute. Voted the G Seer'' furnish the United States Lodge, by their Com- mittee — with a fair Copy of this Resolve. Massachusetts Grand Lodge,' 1769-92. 275 The Grand Lodge Closed to the first Friday in the Ensuing Month. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge, Held at Free Mason Hall, on Friday Evening June 4* 1779, Second Quarterly Communication. Present. Most Worshp' Joseph Webl Esq' G* M' Samuel Barratt Esq' S. G. W W» Burbeek Esq' J. G. W. W" Hoskins G. S^ Thomas Urann S. G. D. John Symmes 5 J. G. D. Jon" Fades J. W. of S' And'' Edward Gray J. W. of Mass" John Whitten G'^ Sw* Bear' 1. S' Andrews Lodge £6 ,, — 6. Trinity . . . 6 ,, — 2. Massachusetts . 6 ,, — 7. United States . . . 3. S' Peters 8. Essex 4. Tynan' 9. Unity . . . (Nothing. 10. Warren ,;^U { d° 5. Berkshire Paid £18 ,, — Voted, Brothers, CoP Burbeek, Edw* Gray & W™ Hoskins, be a Committee to wait upon Brothers Monsieurs Gurscard, Bibate, Lafltte, & others, who Petitiond this Grand Lodge for a Charter of Erection the fifth of March, which Charter upon a proper proof of .their Character was Granted — Notifying them of the same — and Make Report at the Next Quarterly Communication. Voted the Lodges, under this Jurisdiction be Reminded, that the Grand Lodge, at their last Meeting Raised the Quartridges at Six Pounds, for the better Support of the Grand Lodge. Voted that those Lodges which have not lately been Represented be wrote to. Voted, that the G. Sec'' Write to the Commissary of Prisoners, at Rutland, and know the Rank of Rich'^ Speaight & others, who have Petitioned this Grand Lodge, to Use their Influence with the Honorable Council, to Grant them a Parole to go to New York — promising, an Exchange of Officers of Like Rank. Voted the Grand Tylers Account, for the Tiling & delivery of Summon's the last four Evenings be allowed & paid at Thirty Six Shillings p' Night. Voted the Celebration of S* John the Baptist be Omitted, this Warm Season. Colected £18 ,, Paid the^Tyler 7 ,, 4 10 „ 16 276 Proceedings in Masonry, Adjournd to the First Friday In September. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge at Free-Mason Hall, Friday Evening Septemb"' 3'^ 1779 — third Quarterly Communication. ''.Present Most Worshipf Joseph Webb Esq' Thomas Urann Edward Procter Esq W"° Hoskins John Symmes James Jackson Jolm Lowell G-' M'l S G^ W ' J G W" P : T : G-^ Sec^ S. G. D. J. G. D. G* Trea' Broth™; Jam' Carter Jon' Eades Thom' Love W" M^Keen Pros'- for J W* S' And' S W* Mass' M"' Unity L^" at Ipswich. La Barbier Duplassie M"^ Friendship Lodge, Bro' Duplassie applyd for the Charter of Erection, for Friend- ship Lodge, as formerly Granted by this Grand Lodge, to him & others, which was deliverd him, for which he Paid the Fees. .S'. Andrew, Massach"' S' Peters Tyrian Berkshire Trinity po p^ £6 6 12 £24 United States Essex Unity Warren Friendship not Consit" p" the Tyler 12 „ 6„ 6„ 24 „ 24 „ 48 „ 1 „ 16 „ p" Treas' 46 „ 4 ,, S Bro' M'Keen, Mast' of Unity Lodge at Ipswich Presented a Ee- turn of the Officers & Members. W™ M'Keen M' Thom' Dodge S. W" Jam' Eveleth J W" Joshua Fisher Sees' Nath' Wade SD. Ishmael Eeves J D Thom' Hodgkins Stew* Thomas M^Fagan Dan^ Giddins James Perkins W' " Chandler Jun' Aaron Stanford W " Dodge G' Masf S G W J. G. w. s. G. D. J. G. D. G. ,S: Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 277 Jabez Farley Will'" Diunis Wallis Rust John Graves Tyler. Daniel Low A Petition of W™ Grovy and others from the Town of Bevei-ly praying for a Charter of Erection for holding a Lodge in said Town by the Name of Amity. Voted, the prayer be Granted. Grand Lodge Closed. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge on Special Occasion at the Free Mason Arms, Wednesday Sixth of OctoV 1779. Present Most Worshipful! Joseph Webb Esq' Samuel Barratt Esq' Edward Procter Esq' Thomas Urann James Jackson Will" Hoskins R' Wpf La Barbier Duplasie Mas' Friendship Lodge John Symmes Prox Warren Lodge. The Petition of John Peirce & others ; praying this Grand Lodge would Grant them a Charter for holding a Travelling Lodge, Having Nominated General John Patterson Master, Col" Benj°- Tupper S W* and Maj' Will" Hull J. W" Voted, a Charter be Granted them, for holding Regular Lodges, Make Masons, Pass and Raise, in this State or any of the United States of America, where no other Grand Master presides. But in any other State where there is a Grand Master, Constituted by the Brethren of these United States, they are to Inform him, and Receive his Sanction. Voted all Travellhig Lodges, holding under this Jurisdiction pay to the Grand Lodge for every New made Mason thirty Shillings, to be applyd, to the Fund of Charity. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge at Masons Arms Friday Evening Decem' 3* 1779. Last Quarter. Present. Most Worshipfull Joseph Webb Esq' G'^ Master. Paul Revere Esq' S. G. W. Thorn' Crafts Esq' J. G. W. John Lowell G'^ Treas' W" Hoskins G" Sec'' Edw" Procter Esq' S. G. D. Jam' Jackson J. G. D. Pro. Tem. John Symmes ) p^^^ ^^^^^^.^ Thom' Urann 278 Proceedings in IVIasoney, N° 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. S' Andrew Tj-rian Massachusetts S' Peters Berkshire Trinity United States Jon" Eades A Ilex' Thomas La B' Duplassie Le Chas. Deseard Janeau Sam' Bradford £6 „ — 8. 6 , 6 19 , 12 16 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. S. W S' And" J W* S' And' M' Friends : Lodge. S W — d° — JW— d" — S W Mass' AVarren 6 ,, — Essex Unity Friendship 6 ,, — Amity Washinojton 49 ., 16 Brot forw* paid the Tiler paid Treasurer The Grand Lodge Proceeded to the Choice of Grand Officers. Voted 12 ,, 49 „ 16 61 „ 6„ 16 55 ,, 16 "Worshipfiill Joseph Webb Esq'' Sam' Barrat Esq' Paul Revere Esq' Thomas Crafts Esq' John Lowell Esq' W° Hoskins Edw" Procter Esq' James Jackson Thom' Urann ) Winth. Gray ) John Tyler Esq' La Ba : Duplassie Rouilstone Grand Master. D'y G" Master. S. G. W J. G. Wi. G" Treas' G*Setf' S. G. D. J. G. D. G* Stew"*^ G* Marshall. G'* Sw"* Bearer. G* Tiler. Voted the Charge & Expence, for Burial of the Eemains of oui" late Deputy Grand Master Moses Deshon Esq' Amounting to One hundred & twelve pounds 4/ Currency, be allowed and paid out of the Stock of this Grand Lodge. Voted the Feast of S' John the Evangelist be Celebrated the 27* Instant, that the Grand Stewards, Stewards of Saint Andrew & Friendship Lodges, with CoP Procter & William Hoskins be the Committee to Treat with Broth' Wort for an Elegant Dinner. Voted the Celebration of the Feast be Inserted in two Public Papers, & that Ticketts be Printed to be disposed of to the Mem- bers & Brethren and that the Same shall be at Nine Pounds. Voted the Lodges, under this Jurisdiction pay into the hands of Massachusetts Geand Lodge, 1769-92. 279 the Grand Treasurer, for the Support of the Grand Lodge Nine pounds. Quarterly-. Voted the Grand Tiler be allowed & paid, Twenty dollars Each Quarter Night, for delivery of Summon's, attendance &c, at this Grand Lodge. Voted "Worshipfull Brother Webb, CoP Revere & Cap' Barrat be a Committee, to Wait on Doe' John Warren Requesting the delivery of the Charter, Granted by the Grand Lodge of Scotland to our Late Deceas'' Grand Master. Voted the Grand Secretary furnish the Lodges under this Juris- diction, with a list of the Choice of Grand Oflacers, augmentation of Quartridges, Arrearages, & that they would recommend a punctual attendance of their Proxys, at the Grand Lodge. * At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge in Ample Form Monday 27* December, 1779, at Free Mason Hall, To Celebrate the Feast of S' John the Evangelist. Present. The Most Worship' Joseph Webb Esq' Grand Master Sam' Barrat Esq' D G M' E' Wp. Bro. Duplassieu W-° Burbeck Esq' P. M. Thom' Urann P. M. W™ Hoskins Rob' Fairservice Jon" Fades Josh" Cheever Benf Coolidge. John Procter Jos : Bush George Mills Doc' Chaloner Dan' Maleom John Rand John Magner Cap' Rickett John Swift Adam Colson Bro' Jareau Abra : Eustis Jutau Mart D S' Prea Canteloup H'' Simpson G : Defraime Bro : Cutter Ja : Duper Allen Crocker Jon" Stoder Bro : Holbrook Jos : Webber Su' Hooper Jo : Whittemore Jos: Wells Simon Hall Br° Wallaek J. W. Roades Is" Audibert Jos' Fades Bro : Sarman. The : Prince AUex' Thomas Benj" Shaw Zach: Donnell Tim° Green Asa Stoder Cap' Adams John Coolidge John Crocker N. Willis Franc. Rust ■2.sO Proceedings in Masoxry, N Fellows Nat. Hichborn 'Slay Hopkins P. Frasier Nah. Jones Jam' Gordon Doc' Williams Bro : Ferray Daffarney. Jn" Tafifts. The Celebration was ConcUicterl, with Dio;nity, Propriety, and Harmony : Such as is to be found and Injoyd : only among jSIasons. Reckoning ... by Amount . . £ 63 Brethren Admitted, a £9' 567 ,, — deduct p'^ M' Fades the Printer £9 ) , . & Bro' Willis 9 . . for Tickets ) 36 J 27 j 522 ,, — At the Constituting of Friendship Lodge X" — at Boston, Tues- day Evening Jany 25* : 1780. Present. The Most Wpfull Joseph Webb Esq' G"* M' Sam' Barrat Esq' D. G. M' Paul Revere Esq' S. G. W. Tho : Crafts Esq' J G W. John Lowell ' G. Tr. W"' Hoskins G. S. Edw" Procter Esq' S. G. D. Jam' .Taeksoa J. G. D. Tho Uraun I G. Stew"" Win' Gray j Jn" Tyler Esq' G. M. W" Palfrey Jn" Svmmes P. M'' The Most Worshipfull Grand Master, Address'd the Members & Brethren of the Lodge upon the Subject of the Business — and requested, to know, their Appointment of Master, upon w'^'' Bro' Li Ba. Duplassis was Presented, being put to Vote it Passed Unia'. The Grand Master then gave the Charges, and Invested the Master, with the Badges of a Master of a Lodge, Explaining the Guides & Cautions that are Requisite, and Proper at Install- ments. Then Pronounced, Brother LaBa. Duplassis R' Worship- full Master of Friendship Lodge The Members & Visitors then Congratulated him. The Grand Officers (According to Seniority) Paiil the same Respect Then the Master appointed the Officers for the Lodge and Invested them with their Jewells, upon which the Senior & Junior Grand Wardens, Gave the Charges to the Sen' & Jun' Wardens. The whole was Conducted with good order & decorum. After which an Elegant Supper was Provided. The Grand Master Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 281 Previously directing the Grand Sec'' to Transmit a Coppy of the foregoing to all Lodges under this Jurisdiction And Closing the Lodge. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge, Friday March 3" 1780, at Free Mason Hall, first Quarter, Present. The Most Worshf" Joseph Webb Esq Paul Revere Edw" Procter W" Hoskins Jam' Jackson John Symnies Thom : Urann Perez Morton Bro' Guiscard Bro'' Janeau Jon" Eades S. W Alex' Thomas J. W Maj' Jos : Hillier Lodges under this Jurisdiction — Viz' S' Andrew 9 Warren Tvrian Essex 3.i®£ S'" Peters Unity Berkshire Friendship Trinity , Amity United States Washington Massachusetts 9 18 ■} G' ■M' S. G. w. J. G. w. G S S G. D. J. G. D G. Stew'^ of Mass" S. W of Friendship S. W" of d° J. W" of S' Andrew S. w. of Esse !X. 6+1. £9 27 9 9 45 „ 18 „ £63 „ Washington Lodge N° Laid before this Grand Lodge a Copy of their By Laws, also a List of Officers & Members, of that Travelling Lodge. Also, Essex Lodge (p Brother Hilyer) Presented a Return of Choice of Officers and List of Members for that Lodge — the same being Read and filed. The Grand Master was pleased to Close the Grand Lodge to First Friday in June. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge at Free Mason Hall, on Special Occasion, Friday Evening, March 17* 1780, Present. Most Wpfull Jos : Webb Esq"- Paul Revere Edw'^ Procter W™ Palfrey Jam' Jackson G dM' S G W. J G W s G D J. G. D 2S2 Proceedings in Masonry, John Lowell G T' W Hoskins G S Tho : Urann G. Stew* John Tyler G. Mars" D. Chaloner M. Warren Lodge Jon' Eades S. W. of S' And" Brother Davis Presented a Petition Signed by Theodore Davis, Oliver Whipple, George Doig and others — Praying for a Charter of Erection for holding a Lodge at Portsmouth in the State of New Hampshire, By the Name of S' Patricks Lodge. Voted the Prayer of the petition" be granted, and that the Grand Secretary Make out a dispensation for Holding a Lodge in that State ; That their doings, under This Jurisdiction be Valid and Re- main in full force untill a G'and Master for said State be Appointed, or during the pleasure of this Graud Lodge. Grand Lodge Clos'd to 1*' Friday In June. At a Meeting o; of the Grand Lodge at Free Mason Arms Fri- day Evening June 2'' 1780 Second in the Quarter. Present. :\Iost WpfuU Joseph Webb Esq' Sam' Barrat Esq' G" M' D GM. Paul Revere S G W Tho: Urann J G W Jn" Lowell G T' Jon' Eades S GD J GD Jam' Jackson Edw"" Heard M' Trinity Lodge. Jam' Wilder S. Wi D° Mich' Newell P. M' D" Tho: Love S. W* Massach' Lodge. P. Lebarbier Duplessis George Defrance M' Frieudship Lodge J. W of d° John Symmes Nath' Greenwood P. M' of S' And" Lodge S. W* of Amity Lodge Col" Bradford of Washington Lodge. S* Andrew Tyrian Massachus"" 9 9„ Friendship 9 ,, Amity 24 ,, Washington S' Peter's 9„ S' Pete: f's [S' Patrick's] Berkshire Trinity United States 18 „ brot foi 33 „ rward 54 ,, AVarren 9 ,, Essex »7 I'uity pi Tilei I- 6 „ £54,, 81 ., C* Treasurer. Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 283 This Grand Lodge, Received a letter from Unity Lodge, Inclos- ing One Hundred Ppunds for the late Grand Master Docf Warrens Children, the same Jseing Read, Whereupon Voted, That the Treasurer write to Said Lodge and Return them the Thanks of the Grand Lodge for the same. A Letter from Richard Harris Master of a Lodge at Marblehead, Representing the Mai Conduct of Jeremiah Procter was read & ref errd to the Next Lodge Night Grand Lodge Closed to first Friday in Sep'. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge at Free Mason Hall, Friday Septem"^ 1" 1780, third Quarter. Present. Most Worshipfull Joseph Webb Esq' G" ' Master Samuel Barrat Esq' D G M. Edward Procter Esq' S G W. James Jackson J G W. Thomas Urann S GD Wintho : Gray J GD. John Lowell " G'^ Treas' W" Hoskins G' ' Secy Allex' Thomas of S' And" J. W» Thom' Love of Mass' S. W. George Uefrance Late of Friendship Lodge, J. w. Jam' Avery and 1 Prox. Warren John Symmes j Lodge. Tes under this Jurisdiction. S' Andrew p"» 9 ,, Unity Tyrion Friendship 9 „ Massach" 9 ,, Amity Berkshire Washington Trinity 9 ,, vS' Patrick United States S' Peter's 9„ Warren 9 ,, Essex 18 „ 36 „ 36 „ £54,, the Tiler 6„ 48 A Letter from Brother Henry Sewell Sees' of Washington Lodge, dated July 20"", 1780, Inclosing a Return of Officers, and Members 284 Froceedings ix Masonry, belonging to that Lodge, also a list of Masons Made to July 29"" Consisting of 104, at five do'lars Plaeh, Remitted & Paid to the Grand Treasurer. Brother Defrance Late Jun"^ Warden of Friendship Lodge Pre- sented a Petition, with Extracts from the Records of that Lodge, Setting forth his Expulsion, as an Officer and Member for Mal- Conduct, Praying the Grand Lodge would direct the Necessary Inquirys, Whereupon Voted a Committee of three be Appointed to see into the Grounds of the Charge, Brothers Barratt, Procter & Jackson — and that they. Report at the Next Quarterly Com- munication. The Worshipful! Grand Master, laid before the Grand Lodge a letter dated Philadelp" August ig"" 1780. Signed — William Smith Grand Sec'', Inclosing a Printed List of the Several Lodges in Pensilvania under that Juri-idiction, and Advising that they Had in their Grand Lodge, thought it Expedient to Make Choice of a Grand blaster General for the Thirteen United American States, That they had Nominated His Excellency General George Wash- ington, Requesting the Opinion and Approbation of This Grand Lodge thereon. Voted Circular Letters be Wrote to the several Lodges under this Jurisdiction Requesting Attendance of Master & Wardens at the Next Adjournment, for their Opinion, Or that they give Instructions to their Proxys, on this Subject. Grand Lodge Adjourned to Friday the 22'' Instant. At a Meeting of The Grand Lodge at Mason Hall, Friday Even- ing 22'' September 5780. On Special Occasion. Present. Most Worshipfull Joseph Webb Esq"^ G* :Mast'^ Paul Revere Esq' S G W Jam' Jackson J G* W. AUex' Tliomas G. Sec'' pro Temp. Thomas Urann G"* S. D John Svmraes G. J' D John Lowell G* Treas"- Jon" i:ades of S' And' S. W. J. Hilyer Esq' Jam' Swan Esq' John Piemout J Avery, Winthrop Gray, Bro' S' Preay. — Voted a Committee of Five be appointed to Write an address to all Masons in the Thirteen United States (under this Jurisdiction) The Subject, ^Masonary. Worshipfull Jos : Webb Esq' William Palfrey, Paul Revere, Perez Morton, John Lowell, and that Two Brothers more be Joyned to this Committee. Voted Col" Procter & James Jackson. Voted that Brothers Jackson, Swan, Revere, Barrat, Lowell, Hoskins be a Committee, to write the different Lodges, under this Jurisdiction, after Receipt of a Letter Sent to the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts Geand Lodge, 1769-92. 285 Pensilva. Voted, the WorsliipfuU Grand Master, be Added to this Committee. Lodge closed. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge at Free Mason Hall, Friday Evening, December 1" 5780. Last Quarter. Present. Most Worshipfull Joseph Webb Esq' G. M' Paul Revere Esq' S. G. W James Jackson J G* W'' John Lowell G* Treas' Benj" Coolidge D'^ G. Sy Thomas Urann S G D John Symmes J G D Perez Morton Esq' S. W. Mass" Jam= Swan Esq' Prox^' George Stillman Esq' M' Warren Lodge. Francis Shaw Jun' S. W. d° Nath' Fellows of S' Andrews. S. W. Steph. Bruce, Prox. Jonas Farnsworth of Warren Lodge. J. W. Andrew Newell of S' Andrew, J. W. James Avery Prox. Warren Lodge, ' Thomas Love J. W. Mass" Lodge. W" Burbeck Esq' Past G'* Warden. S' Andrew's Lodge £9 ,, Unity 27 ,, Tyrian 9 ,, Friendship not Repres'^ Massach'^ 9 ,, Amity , ,„ S' Peters ] . Washington ) Berkshire [ -J^^^ S' Patricks d° Trinity [ ^^f^ United States J ^eniea. 2^ Warren 9 Essex — not Represented. Warren 9 ,, Brought on 36 p'' the Grand Trea^ £63 ,, Voted, Brother Stephen Bruce, be Proxy for Tyrian Lodge. ^'oted, That the Committee of Seven, Chose Last Grand Lodge Meeting, to take into Consideration the Letter from the Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of Philadelphia be disolved. And that this Grand Lodge form themselves into a Committee, to Act upon said Business, and that The Worshipfull Grand Master be President of the same. Voted, That every Lodge, holding under this Jurisdiction Pay Quarterly Eighteen Shillings in Specia, or the Exchange — and that aU Fees (Continue to) be paid in Specia, or the Exchange as formerly paid to the Grand Lodge. Voted That it is the Opinion of this Grand Lodge that no Brother ought, or shall be a Member of Two Lodges in any one Town. 286 Proceedings in .Masonut, W. W. jy^G. S. G. J. G. G* Trea' G'' Sec^ S. G. D. J. G. D. Grand Stewards. G** Marshall. G" Sw'^ Bearer. G'* Tyler. Voted, The Grand Lodge Proceed to the Choice of Grand Offi- cers — for the Ensuing Year. Elected & Unanimously Chose Worshipfull Joseph Webb Esq' Sam' Barrat Esq' Paul Revere Esq' James Jackson John Lowell W" Hoskins Edw"* Procter Esq' Tho' Uraun John Syuimes Nalh' Fellows Perez Morton Esq' LaBa. Duplissis Geo : Rouilston Voted. That the Lodges under this Jurisdiction, which are not Represented — nor have been Notified of the Proceedings of the Grand Lodge of Philadelphia — Respecting the Appointment of a Grand Master General, should be wrote to Lnmediately bj- the Grand Secretary and have tlieu' Answer. Voted, The Feast of S' John the Evangelist, Be Celebrated the 27"^ Instant at Mason Hall and that there be a Committee of Five to Conduct the Business of said Feast. Voted, 'Perez Morton, Esq' Jam' Jackson. Brothers ■{ Paul Revere Elsq' John Lowell. Jam' Swan Esq'. Voted this Grand Lodge be Adjourned to the Second Friday in January 1781, to Receive the Report of the Committee — Respect- ing a Grand Master General, over all the Grand Lodges, in the Thirteen United North American States. Grand Lodge Closed. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge in Ample Form, on Wednes- day December 27* 6780 at Free Mason Hall to Celebrate the Festival of the Beloved Saint John the Evangelist. His Excellency Govenor Hancock Reverend M' Parker John Lowell Samuel Barrat Abia. Eustis Bro. Chase W" Hoskins Benj" Coolidge Present. Joseph Webb Esq Major Keith Honorable General Lincoln Reverend M' Eliot David Bradley Bro. Doakes Thom' Urann John Coolidge Bro' Fletcher Bro : E. Thomas Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 287 Brothers Cheever Bigelow Newell Bass Procter Russell Oliver Magnae Webber Diggs Saxton Bush Farrington Peak Allen Graham Magnar Larfitte Swan Vaugelade Green Janeau A. Barret. Devall Pnlcipher Wallock Wissool Newell Defrabique Donnell Gordon J. Eades Miles Stoder Whittemore Barker M^Elroy Colson Bunnell Smith Audihert Burbeck N : Fellows Tuckerman Duplassis Juteau Fredin Sam an Horton Willys Groves Hall How Lincoln Dunkerley Cragin Jackson C. Fellows D. Malcom Boit Brown Mulligan Guiscard. The Lodges under this Jurisdiction, Accompanied the Grand Lodge, in a Regular Procession from the Hall to Trinity Church, where Brother Keith, delivered from the Pulpit, a Charge worthy to be observed by the Brethren & Audience. A Handsome Collection was made for the Poor — then the Brethren returned to the Hall and Enjoyd themselves upon an Elegant Dinner provided to Honor & Respect the day. Reckning — Advertising the Feast Printing Tickets & all other Expences, Paid on said Day. — At a INIeeting of the Grand Lodge Jan'' 12"^ 1781, by Adjournment. Present, Most Worshipf" Joseph Webb Esq'' Paul Revere Esq' Jam' Jackson Them" Urann Francis Shaw jun' W™ Hoskins Perez Morton Esq'' Jos : Hiller John Symmes Winthrop Gray, at Free Mason Hall, Friday G'* Masf M'' S' And" & S G : W" J. G : W^ S. G. D. J. G. D. pro: T: Prox'' S' Peters & G. S=' Master of Mass' ■) & G'' Marshall j M' of Essex Lodge. Prox. Warren Lodge & G** Steward. Proxj' for Trinity. l>iS Proceedings in Masonry, Stephen Bruce Prox'' for Tvrian Lodge ) & S-WMass" J James Swan Esq'' Prox^' for Unit}' Lodge. Wpf" R Guiscard. Masf Friendship Lodge. Ran a Chaloca B. S' Prea Andrew Newell J. W S' Andrew's S W ) ,■ ,,,4 >■ Friendship Nath" Fellows S. W S' And"' & G"* Stew" George Stillman Mast' Warren Lodge. A Letter was Read from S' Peters Lodge, together witli severMl Charges Alledged, against IJaniel Bayley, one of their late Breth- ren, upon Examination, & Just Tryal, the Body found him Guilty of Mutiny, Blasphemy, Conniving at Theft and Misrepresentation of tlieir Lodge to the Grand Lodge, for which Crimes, as Masons the Body Finally Exclude him for ever. The Grand Lodge Unia' Approve the Proceedings and Sentence. 1-irother Bruce Presented a List of the Officers Chose for Tyrian Lodge & the Names of the Members, also his Appointment as their Pn^xy at this Grand Lodge. Brother Hoskins laid before the Grand Lodge his Appointment from S' Peters Lodge, as their Proxj-. The Proxys for Warren and Essex Lodges, Made Return by lists of the Officers & Members for Present Year. Voted that all the Lodges, Under this Jurisdiction that have Neglected a Representation, be wrote to ; and Inform'd, that it is the determination of this Grand Lodge if they Continue suih Neglect, a Forfiture of their Charters will be the Consiquence. A Letter of Complaint was Read, signed by a Number of Offi- cers and Members of Friendship Lodge Enumerating Charges against their last Master Brother Duplassius. Voted Brother Duplassius be Notified of this Complaint and that he and the Complainants Appear at the first Quarterly Communica- tion of this Grand Lodge that the Partys may be heard and Bro' Duplassis Justify his Conduct therein. Read a Petition from H : Holdridge, Andw Fitch & others, dated Colchester, State of Connecticutt Novem'' 1780. Requesting a Dispensation to hold a Lodge in said Town — also Recommend- ing H^ Cliampion Esq' their Master. Voted they be furnished with a Dispensation by the Grand Sec- retary, and that the same Continue in force untill a Grand Master shall be Appointed for that State. Read a Letter from Trinity Lodge Dated Sep' IP"- 1780, Objecting to the Propriety & Necessity of a Grand Master General at this Time. Brother Morton, Moved that we now determine, and fix upon, a time, for the Choice of a Grand Master General. After Candidly debating the Matter, the following Reasons were Offerd. As this Grand Lodge have not been Acquainted with the Opin- ion of the Various Grand Lodges in the United States, Respecting Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 289 the Choice of a Grand Master General, and the Circumstances of Our Public Affairs Makeing it Impossible we should at Present, obtain there Sentiments upon it. Therefore Voted, that any determination upon the Subject cannot with the Propriety and Justice due to the Craft at large be made by This Grand Lodge untill a General Peace, shall happily take place thro' the Continent. Grand Lodge- Closed to the first Friday In March. At a Meeting of The Grand Lodge at Free Mason Hall, Friday Evening 2* March 1781, first Quarter, i Present. — Most WorshipfuU Joseph Webb Esq ' G'^ Mast- Paul Revere Esq' s' G* W* Thorn' Urann jr Qd ^d John Symmes S'G*D John Lowell G* Treas' Will"" Hoskins G-^Sec^ Bro' Discard J' CD Bro' DupU'ssis G* Sw" Bear. Winthrop Gray Prox^' Trinity Lodge. Col" Brooks Master of Washing gton Lodge. Bro' S« Prea S. W"» Friendship Lodge. S' Andrew ) Friendship Tyrian y not Repres^ Amity Massach" ) Washington Berkshire S' Peter's 36 „ — Trinity £9 & 67.10/ 76 ,, 10 S' Patrick United States Unity Warren Wjooster Essex 76 „ 10 36 „- 76 ,, 10 112 „ 10 Paid the Tyler for d Summoning & Attend"" 225. doll" 67 . 10 p'^ Treasurer. 45 ,, — Brother Col° John Brooks, laid before the Grand Lodge a List of the OflScers and Members of Washington Lodge for this Year. Voted the Sec^ in future. Summons the Wardens of the Several Lodges (in this Town) under this Jurisdiction, on all Quarterly Communications, — Adjournments, and Special Grand Lodges. Grand Lodge was then Closed to the first Friday in June Next. At a Grand Lodge, held at Free Mason Hall May 8'" 1781, on Special Occasion. G-'-Stew'^ 290 Pkoceedixgs in Masoxrt, Present. Most Worshipfull Joseph Webb Esq' G* Master. Paul Revere Esq' S. G* W-^j Edward Procter Esq' J G" W^ Thorn' Urann S G* D. John Symmes J CD. Xath" Fellows ) And" Newell j Perez Morton Esq' G See^ Pro : T : Bro" D'Guiscard"! Jameau of the Truene }■ Friendship D S' Prea Lodge. D'Amour J A Petition Signed by a Number of the Members, of Friendship Lodge for Vacation of the old Charter & praying New one, was preferrd and Eead, and Thereupon Voted, That a Committee be Chose to wait upon M' Duplessis, Immediately to Acquaint him with the Contents of the Petition, and to know his Reasons, why the Prayer of it should not be Granted and Report forthwith. Brothers — Morton, Symmes & Fellows were Chosen, Who made verbal report from M' Duplessis denying the facts containd in the Petition and prayed that the I'rayer thereof might not be Granted, — and after a full debate thereon it was Voted, that the Charter of the Friendship Lodge be vacated and made null and Void. ^'oted, that the Petitioners be granted a New Charter, under the Name of the Perfect Union Lodge and be Indulged with the Rank that the Friendship Lodge before held, then the Grand Lodge Clos'd. At a Grand Lodge, held at Free Mason Hall Tuesdav Evenins May ii*" on Emergency. Present. The Most Worshipfull Joseph Webb Esq' G. M' Samuel Barratt Esq' D G M' Paul Revere Esq' S G W* Thomas Urann J G W* — John Lowell G T' James Carter G. Sec : Pro : John Svmmes S G D Jon' Fades J G D. Nati;srows h^«^-*^ Ashbel Baldwin Esq' Winth : Gray Prox^" Trin. Lodge. Massachusetts Gkand Lodge, 1769-92. 291 Broth'^ D'Guiscard Masf Friends : Lodge M, D. S'Prey S. W^ofFcL: Presin Janeau J W of F : L : Brother Baldwin Presented a Petition to this Grand Lodge, Signed by himself & others (from Litchfield in the State of Con- uecticutt) Requesting a Grant of a Constitution, under this Juris- diction. The Same was taken into Consideration, and In as much as no Grand Lodge, nor Grand Master, Ever has, nor does at Present Exist in Said State ; The Grand Lodge, are of Unia' Opinion, there is a propriety both in the Suplicants, and In them. In Granting the prayer. Therefore Voted the Sec'' be directed to furnish the Suppliants with a Charter of Erection — By the Name of S' Paul- The Expenses of this Evening, defrayd by Brother Baldwin. At a Meeting of the Grund Lodge at Free Mason Hall, fridaj- Evening June 1" 1781. Present. Most ^Yorshipfull Joseph Webb Esq' Grand Master. Samuel Barratt Esq' D'^-Gd M' Paul Revere Esq' S. Gd.Wd Thomas Urann J Gd Wd John Lowell GdTreas' Benj" Coolidge GdSec: P. Tem' William M Keen Jon" Fades S. Gd.D.jp.^ J Gd D P ■ ^^'^ Nath' Fellows GdStew^ John Symes Francis Shaw j- Warren Lodge. De Guiscard V of Lodge Perf . Union. Truenne ) Stephen Bruce Prox : for Tyrian Lodge. Winthrop Gray Piox. Trinity Lodge. S' Andrew, Tyrian, l^^assaehusetts, Berkshire, Trinity, United States, Warren, Essex, Friendship, Amity, Washington, S' Peters, S« Patrick, Unity, Wooster, S' Paul. Voted, The Gd Sec'' draw out the Accounts, for deficient Quar- tridges of Lodges under this Jurisdiction and deposite the same in the hands of the Gd Treasurer. Voted, That there be a Committee Appointed To Examine the Grand Lodge books, and write to the deficient Lodges in very Plain Terms. A Committee of Three, Appointed for that Purpose, Viz' Paul Revere, John Lowell, Perez Morton. Voted That the Lodge, United htates, be wrote to by the Wor- shipfuU Grand Master Respecting a Complaint Presented against them, of making Masons rejected by other Lodges. And that they 292 Proceedings in Masonry, be suspended Making any Mason, Untill they have Justified [their] conduct and Cleard up the Charge Alledged against them. Trinity and ) Lodges Made Returns of Officers & Members for S' Patrick j the Present Year. The Grand Lodge Closed to Friday Even^ Septem'' 7* Next. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge, at Free Mason Hall, Friday Evening September the Seventh — Third Quarterly Grand Com- munication — 5781. Present. Most Worshipfull Samuel Barratt Esq'' Paul Revere Esq' Thomas Urann John Lowell William Hoskins John Symmes Nathaniel Fellows Perez Morton Esq' Stephen Bruce Grand Master S' G'» W J' G" W* G'' Treasu' Proxy S' Peters & G'^ Sec-\ S' G" D. jr G^ D. — G* Marshall, Proxy Tyrian & S. W Mass" " Proxy Lancastar. M' S' Peters. "Winthrop Gray W" Greenough Brothers Jeateau of the Perfect Union, Master De Luce S' W* Mulligan J' W Jos' Eaton of Tyrian, J' W* Thorn' Love — '■ S' W* Edmund Hurd of Trinity Master. James Avery Proxy Warren Lodge. S' Andrew Massachusetts Tyrian Berkshire Trinity United States Warren Essex Perfect Union 1 „ 16 1 „16 1 „16 5 „ 8 Amity Washington S' Peters Unity Wooster S' Paul S' Patrick 1 „ 16 Paid the Grand Tiler in hands of G* Trea' 1 71 16 •>1 5 ?? 8 •>1 7 11 i I") 15 6 - £6 1 1 18 1 ^ Brother Hurd Presented the Grand Lodge with several dozen of Massachusetts Geand Lodge, 1769-92. 293 printed Orations pronounced and delivered by Onr Reverend Brother Dunbar at Lancaster June the 25"' 5781 — upon the Fes- tival of S' John the Baptist, In behalf — and in the Name of Trinity Lodge. Voted the Unanimous Thanks of this Grand Lodge be made to the Master "Wardens, Members aud Visitors of Trinity Lodge, for their kind Present & Brother Hurd is Requested to deliver that Lodge a Copy of this Vote — of there Thanks. ( Perfect Union ") Lodges made Returns of the Choice of Returns -< Wooster and >• Officers to Serve in their Lodges the ( Warren ) Ensuing Year — also a listof Members. Warren Lodge Informs this Grand Lodge that they have Ap- pointed Brothers Avery & Carter there Proxys A Complaint was made in writing, from the Perfect Union Lodge, Signed by our Right WorshipfuU Brother Jeatau Master 6f that Lodge and five Members (also Signed) — The Substance is — that Brother Defrauce a Moinber of that Lodge had by a Small misconduct once or twice Violated the By-Laws — after hearing the Allegations The Grand Lodge Recommended an Oblivion & Reunion — that Brother Defrance be held in Equal Elstimation Friendship & Brotherly love. Our Right Worshipful! Brother Jeatau Presents a Complaint against Brother Jareau their late Treasurer, retaing^ the Qiiartridges Fees &c of said Lodge, while Treasurer, and Declining to Account with them as a Lodge. Voted a Committee of Three Officers from this Grand Lodge wait. upon Brother Jareau there late Treasurer, and know what he has to oSer in Vindication of The Conduct Charged against him Committee Consisting of Three — are — Brothers Stephen Bruce, Paul Revere, Joshua Eaton. Grand Lodge Closed. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge, held at Free Mason Hall — Thursday November 8"" 1781 — 4 "Clock P. M. on Special Occasion. Present. Most WpfuU Samuel Barratt Esq' G'^ M' Paul Revere Esq' M' S' And'' & S G* W Thomas Urann J G'' W* Winthrop Gray S. G'^ D. John Symmes J. G. D. John Lowell G^Treas' William Hoskins G S^ Perez Morton Esq' G Mai'. R' Wp John Jeatau M' of Perfect Union Lodge. Nath. Fellows S W^ S' Andrew & G'* Stew* Benj' Coolidge Prox^ S' Patrick. James Avery Prox^ Warren Lodge Jon" Fades Prox^ Amity Lodge. Stephen Bruce Prox^ Tyrian Lodge. 294 PllOCEEDINGS i.v Masoxrv, • Brother Col° John Barratt Presenter! a Petition Signed by liim- self — Ainos Emiuerson, Bastil [Bartlelt?] Hinds, Stephen Alverd, Thomas Sterne, John House and thirteen other Brethren dated State of Vermont, Cornish ll"" May 1781 — Praying this Grand Lodge would Please to Grant the Petitioners — a Charter of Erec- tion. Brother Barratt withdrawing, The Grand Master directed the Setf" to Read the Petition "W^hereupon the Grand Lodge Granted the Prayer on the Same Conditions, that Charters have heretofore lieen Granted hy this Grand Lodge to Petitioners from States of Xew Hampshire and Coniiecticutt. Expences of the Evening Paid by Bro"^ Barratt Grand Lodge Closed to first Friday in December. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge, held at Free Mason Hall, Friday- Evening Deeem'' T"" 1781. Last Quarter. Present. Worship Paul Revere Esq' G'* M' Pro Tern' Thomas Uranu S AV Tii" L & S G W pro. Steph Bruce Mast. Mass** J G W pro. John Svmmes J W Warren SGI) pro. Nath' Fellows S. W^ S' And J G D. pro. John Lowell P. M' G" Trea. W"' Hoskiiis P. M' G. S^ Winth Gva.y Prox Tvrian Joshua Eaton Prox. Trinity John Warren S W M'ass" Mich' Newman J W" Trinitv W" Scollav J W" ,Mass° AV" Burbeck P. M' Rob' M'^Eli-oy J W S' And" S' Andrew Lodge ,, 18 ,, United States ;Massacht" I'nity Tyrian Amity 8' Peters Washington Berkshire S' Patrick Trinitv ,, 18 ,, Wooster Warren ,, 18 ,, S' Paul Essex Perfect Union Paid the Tiler !' 6 " P"^ theG^Trea-- "2 ,. 8 Voted, that the Committee Chosen, on the Evening of the first of June Instant, to write to the Several Lodges under this Juiis- diction, be Angmented. Voted Brother John Warren be Added. The Committee Appointed, the last Quarterly Commuuieation, to wait upon, and enquire of. Brother Jeaieau Late Treasurer of Friendship Lodge, the Grounds of a Complaint Exhibited against him — Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 295 Report they have Attended that Service, and find the Complain- ants and Bro' Jeareau after being together, does not amount to what they Represent in the Petition, and are Clearly of Opinion that the Charges aledged against him are not Supported and that whatever Record or Records the Friendship Lodge have Made on there Books to his Prejudice or discredit, Ought to be Immediately Erased. Voted the Report be Accepted — Reserving that Part of the Complaint made by the Petitioners against Broth' Jereau as Treasurer — that the disposition of the Cash remain^ in his hands be referrd, to the next Quarterly Communication — and that the Petitio' be furnished with a Copy of the Report, & this Record. Voted the Choice of Grand Officers be referrd to the Next Quar- terly Communication — by Reason of our Worthy and Most Wor- shipfull Grand Master Joseph Webb Esq' absence at present in the Service of the United States — Voted the Feast of S' John £he Evangelist be Celebrated 27'° Instant and that Brothers Stephen. Bruce, Nath. Fellows, Tho : Urann, Winth Gray, John Lowell, be a Committee to Treat with Brother Wort for a dinner. Grand Lodge Closed. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge at Free Mason Hall Friday Evening Decern"" 21^' 1781 on Special Occasion. Present. orship. Paul Revere G. M' Pro. Steph Bruce . , , S.. G W. R' AVp John Jeateau . , , J GW. Thomas Urann , , S GD NatW Fellows . , , J GD. John Lowell G'' Trea" W" Hoskins . , , G" sy John Warren of Mass" s. w. William ScoUay do J. w. Bro' Mulligan of P. Union J. W. John Symmes Prox^ Warren Lodge Nath. Thwing Pi-ox^ S' Patrick Jon" Eades Prox'' Amitv. Robert M^Elroy of S' And" J W* Benjamin Coolidge. — The Committee Appointed by this Grand Lodge the 7* Instant ; — having Waited upon Brother Wort and Received from him his Proposal for the Feast whicli are as follows — Viz' a Dinner Six Shillings for Each Brother (in Specie) Each bottle ... of Medaira Six Shillings Each double bowl of Punch Six Shillings Port Wine ) Sherry [• p' bottle Four Shillings.— Tenneriff i 296 Proceedings in Masoney, Voted this Grand Lodge reconsider their Vote of the 7"* Instant for Celebrating the Feast of S' John Evangelist — On the Principle that ihe above Prices are beyond the ability of many Brethren, to Support, without Apparent Injury to their Families. Brother Nath' Thwing Presented to the Grand Lodge a Vote Passed June o"" 5781, In S' Patricks Lodge Appointing him Proxy for the Same, and that He have Power to Appoint two Assistants — ; also Presented a list of Officers Chosen lor the Ensuing Six Months. Whereupon he took his Seat. Worshipfull Brother Jean Jutau Presented a List of the Choice of Officers, also the Members of Perfect Union Lodge for 5782. Grand Lodge Closed to Friday 1" March Next. At a Meeting of The Grand Lodge at Mason Hall Friday Even- ing 1" March 5782. 1=' Quarter. Present. Most Wpfll Joseph Webb Esq' G. M. Paul Revere Esq' S G W. Thomas Uraun JG W John Lowell G Treas' Benj' Coolidge D GSee^ John Symmes Nat Fellows SGD. JG D. W"> Burbeck past G W. Wirithrop Gray John. Jutau proxy. Trinity. M' of Perfect Union D' Luce S W. D" Francis Muiliken J. W. D" John Warren S. W. Massachusetts Col W" ScoUay " Enoch Putnam J W. D° P. M. United States Jon° Edes James Carter. proxy for Amity G. C. T Avery proxy Warren Lodge. S' Andrews 18/ Amity Massachusetts Washington Tvrian S' Patricks S'- Peters Wooster Trinity Warren 18/ 18/ S' Paul Perfect Union 36/ Essex Berkshire United States 7 ,,4/ Unity Collected 11 „ U p'dG " Toiler „ 6 paid Grand Treasurer £11 Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 297 Voted That there be a Committee of Five to enquire into the Form of Making Masons in the Perfect Union Lodge. Committee were B" Lowell, Warren, Scollay, Avery & Hiller. A petition from the Master, Wardens & Members of S' Andrews Lodge being presented to the Grand Lodge — praying that the Grand Lodge would grant them a Charter by the Aforesaid Name, they retaining their rank of Preceedency as heretofore, in s* G"" Lodge. The Grand Lodge taking the same into their Serious & delib- erate Consideration — for reasons setfortlrin S"* Petition — Unani- mously Resolv'd that the prayer of S* Petitioners be Granted. Voted, Tlie Grand Lodge proceed to the Choice of Grand Officers. Unanimously Chose, Most Wpfll Joseph Webb Esq' Paul Revere Esq' Edward Proctor Esq' James Jackson Thomas Urann John Lowell Benjamn Coolidge Nathan Fellows ) John Symmes ) Perez Morton Esq' Winthrop Gray John Cade Voted, That B' Jeareau Treasurer of the Late Friendship Lodge pay what Monies he may Have Due to s* Lodge into the Hands of the Master, Wardens & Members of the Perfect Union Lodge. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge, Held at Mason Hall Friday Evening T"" June 5782. Present. Most Wpfll Joseph Webb Esq. Paul Revere, Esq. Edw* Proctor Esq John Lowell Benj" Coolidge Nat. Fellows ) John Symmes ) John Jutau Francis Mulliken George Stillman Jonas Farnsworth James Avery Robert M^El'lroy John Warren Benj" Homans Voted, The report of the Committee Respecting the Maldng of Masons in the Perfect Union Lodge be referrd to Next Lodge. G. M. S. G. W J G W s G D J G D G Treasurer, G. Secre,t^ G. Stewards G Marshall G Sword Bearer G Toiler. — G. M. S. G. W. J. G. W. , Treas' See G. G. G. Stew'ds M' Perfect Union J. W. D° M' Warren Lodge S. W. D° Prox D° J. W. S' Andrews J. W. Mass" Prox. S' Patrick 298 Proceedings in Masonry, Voted, The Former Committee Appointed to Settle B' Jereau's Acco'ts, Treasurer of tlie late Friendship Lodge, Meet with a Com- mittee from the Perfect Union to settle the Same. Voted, That the Lodges in this Town Under this Jurisdiction Celebrate the Feast of S' John Evang' on 24"^ Inst'. Voted, There be a Committee of three to wait on the Gentle- men Selectmen for the Use of Faneuil Hall on S'd Day the Commit- mittee were B" Revere, Warren & Lowell. Voted, That the Above Committee wait on some Suitable Person or Pei'sons to Deliver a Sermon or Oration on the 24"" Instant. Voted, that the G*" Stewards w"* two Stewards from each Lodge be a Committee to agree w** some suitable person to provide Dinner & that B' Jamos Avery be added to the Above Committee. Voted, That the Feast be Advertiz'd, place of meet" &c. Voted, That the Treasurer write to the Lodges under this Juris- diction which are Deficient in Quarterages. Collected from Warren 18/ p'd Gr'^ Toiler 6 12/ p'dTreas' A Copy of a Letter from the Most Worsp" J. Webb & the two Grand Wardens to Moses ^Michael Hays together with his Answer are fil'd with the G*" Lodge Papers. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge Held on Special Occasion, Monday Evening lO"" June 1782. Present. Most Wpfll Joseph Webb Esq' G. M. Wptll Paul Revere Esq' S. G. W. Wpfll Thomas Urann J. G. W. Wpfll John Svmmes S. G. D. Wpfll George' Stillmau J. G. D. Wpfll John Lowell G. Treasurer. Benj" Coolidge G. Sec^. John Cade G. Toiler. AVpfll Stephen Bruce M. Massa"" Lodge. Wpfll John Jutau M. Perfect Union. D"'Luce S. W. Perfect D" Francis IMuUiken J. W. D" James Avery Prox'' Warren Lodge. Nat Thwing Prox^S' Patrick. Robert M'EUroy J. W. S' Andrews. William Scollay J. W. Mass' Jonas Farnsworth J. W. Warren James Carter G. Clerk Nat Fellows G. Steward. Perez Morton Esq' G. Marshall. Wpfll Moses M. Hays by request of the Most Wpfll Master & G" Wardens. Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 299 Voted, that a Committee be Appointed to Draught Resolutions explanatory of the Powers & Authority of this Grand Lodge re- specting the Extent & Meaning of its Jurisdiction and of the Exercise of any other Masonic Authorities within its Jurisdiction. Voted, That the Committee Consist of five, Viz' B''' Morton, Revere, Warren, Aveny. & Juteau. Voted, There be a Committee of Three to Assist the Stewards at the Feast. — Viz' B'' Urann, Proctor, & Twing. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge in Ample Form, on Monday June 24*^ 1782. at Faneuil Hall, to Celebrate the Festival of S' John the Baptist. Present. Most Wpfll Joseph "Webb Esq' G. M. Paul Revere Esq. John Lowell, George Hillman, John Symmes, Thomas Urann, Sam' "Whitwell. Tuckerman, T Newell, Adams Powers, F. Green, Brown M"Ellrov, J. "Waters, Dexter T. Green, Melvill, J. Gushing Rust, Merritt, Golson Frazier, Jereau Moores Edes, A Newell Palms Meacham, Bruce Howe Hudson, G ardner Foster Peak, Gowen Bradlee Grant, Newman Goodwin Hunt, Bowe Farnsworth Rumney, Barrett "Williams M'Cever, Cnshing "W. Burbeck Clark, Stillman J Hopkins Tor rev, E. Newell Morgan Wallack, Ballard Russell C. Hopkins, Z. Donnell "White Mason, Jenkins Doan Nottage, Groves Breck. The Gentlemen Selectmen, French Consul, Rev'^ B' Eliot, D' Warren, Town Clerk, Wpfll B"" Rowe. The Lodges Under this Jurisdiction Aceompani'd the Grand Lodge, in a Regular procession from the Hall to the Chapel, where our Rev"" B' Eliot delivered a Sermon & our B' AVarren a Charge worthy to be Observ'd by the Brethren present &c. Unan'' Voted, that B" Josiah Waters Juu' Esq. , Stephen Bruce, M. M. L. Col" Paul Revere, S. G. W. M' John Juteau, M. P. U. Edw" Proctor, J. G. W. Samuel Breck Esq. & Ben Coolidge be a Committee to wait on B" the Rev'' M' John Eliot & D' John Warren and Return them the Thanks of the Grand Lodge for the Elegant Sermon & Charge deliver'd by them this Day and Request a Copy of them for the Press. 300 Peoceedings in Masoney, Also the Above Committee to return Thanks for the Use of Faneuil Hall, Chappie, & to M' Silsby for his performance on the Organ. A Handsome Collection was Made for the Poor & Deliver'd to the Overseers — Then the Brethren returned to Faneuil Hall &En- joy'd Themselves upon an Elegant Dinner. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge Friday Evening September 6'" 5782. Present. Most Wpfll Jos. Webb Esq. G.M. Wpfll Paul Revere Esq. S. G W. WpU Thomas Urann J G W Wpfll Stephen Bruce S. G. D. Wpfll John Symmes J. GD. Wpfll John Jutau G. Trea' Benj' Coolidge G. Sec^ D' Luce S. W. Perfect U. L. Francis MuUiken J. W. P. U. L. Robert M'EUroy J. W. S' And" James Avery Proxy W:irren Jonathan Edes Proxy Unity. John Wairen S. W. Mass' W" ScoUay J. W. Mass' Wpfll Edmund Hurd M. Trinity. Voted, The Petition from B' John Copp & Otliers to this Grand Lodge for Holding a Lodge in the State of New York be Granted. — Collected from Trinity . . . . . . 1„16„ — from Perfect Union . . . . 1„]6„ — £3 „ 12 „ — At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge Monday 30''^ September 1 ' to receive the report of their Committee Chose in June last. Present. Most Wpfll Joseph Webb Esq' William Burbeck Samuel Barrett Paul Revere Thomas Urann John Jutau John Symmes John Lowell Benj' Coolidge John \A'arren James Avery D" Luce Perez Moi'ton 82 G. M. D. G. M. P. D. G. M. S. G. W. J. G. W. S. G. D. J. G. W. G. Trea' G. See^ S- W. Mass' ; s. W. P. Union. G. Marshall. Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 301 The Eeport being Read, it was Voted it should be referrd to Next Lodge Evening. Voted, That the Committee Chose in June last revise the Book of Constitution which is to be printed by B' N. Willis. Massachusetts Grand Lodge in Ample Form at Masons Htill Fryday December 6"^ 1782. Present. bst Worsp" Joseph Webb Esq' Grand Master. "Wpfll Paul Revere Esq"^ S. G. W. Thomas Urann J. G. W. P. T. Perez Morton S. G. D. & P. Mast Mass' John Sj-mraes J. G. D. P. T. John Lowell G'' Treas' W"" Hoskins G. Sec^ P. Tern. John Jutau M. P. Union Lodge. Francis Mulliken J. W. D° Joseph^Hillyard. M. Essex Lodge Edward Lamb S. W. D" John Warren S. W. Mass' Lodge. W" Scollay J. W. D° Stephen Bruce P. M. Mass" & Prox'' Tyrian. Moses M. Hays M. Mass" Lodge. James Carter S. W. Mass" James Avery Proxy Warren Jonas Farnsworth S. W. D" Robert M'Ellroy.- - S' Andrews United States S' Patrick Massachusetts Warren. 36/ "Washington Tyrian Perfect Union 18/ Wooster S' Peters Unity S' Pauls Berkshire Essex 18/ Vermont Trinity Amity Collected 72/ & p'd G* Treas' A Return was presented from Washington Lodge Dated, West Point 18* July 1782 of the Choice of their Officers and list of Members. a Report of the Committee to take into Consideration the Con- duct of the Brethren, who Assumed the Power and Perogative of a General Lodge on the American Estalilishment Referr'd Over from last Quarterly Communication was read as follows : The Committee appointed to take into Consideration the Con- duct of those brethren, who Assumed the Powers and Perogatives of a Grand Lodge on the Ancient Establishment in this Place, and Examine the Extent of their Authority & Jurisdiction, together with the Powers of any other Ancient Masonic Institution within the Same ; Beg Leave to Report the Result of their Examination founded on the following facts, Viz' : 302 PfiOCEEDINGS IN MaSONRY, That in Consequence of a Petition from a Number of Brethren of this Town to the Grand Lodge of Scotland, a Charter was Granted them under the Name of S' Andrews Lodge, by the Most Wpfll & R* Hon'ble .Sholto, Charles Douglass, Lord Aberdour, and that bv Means of a Subsequent Petition of the Said S' Andrews Lodge, a Comission was made out & presented from the Most Wpfll & R' Hon'ble George, Earl of Dalhousie, Grand Master of Scotland, to tlie Late Most Wpfll Joseph Warren Esq"' constituting and Appoint- ing him. Provincial G. M. of the Ancient & Hon'ble Society of free and Accepted Masons, with Power of granting Charters of Erection within One Hundred Miles of this Metropolis,- but that during the Jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge in form & manner thus Appointed, three Lodges only were Constituted by the i?u- thority thereof. That the Commission from the Grand Lodge of Scotland granted to our Late Grand Master Joseph Warren Esq'' having died with him and of Course his Deputy whose Appointment was derived from his Nomination being no longer in existance, they saw them- selves, without a Head, & without a Single C^rand Ofticer, and of Course it was evident that not Only the Grand Lodge, but all the perticular LorVes under its Jurisdiction must Cease to Assemble, the Brethren be dispersed, the Pennyless go unassisted, the Craft. Languish & Ancient masonry be extinct in this Part [of the] World. That in Consequence of a Summons from the former Grand Wardens, to the Masters & Wardens of All the Regular Consti- tuted Lodges, a Grand Communication was held, to Consult & Advise on some Means to preserve the Intercourse of the Breth- ren. That the Political Head of this Country having distroyed All con- nection & Correspondence between the .Subjects of these States & the Country from which the Grand Lodge originally derived its Com- missioned Authority, and the Principles of the Craft inculcating on its professors Submission to the Commands of the Civil Author- ity of the Country they Reside in, the Biethren did Assume an Elective Supremacy, & under it Chose a Grand Master & Grand Officers, and Erected a Grand Lodge with Independant Power!? & Perogatives, to be exercised however, on Principles consistant with. & Subordinate to the Regulations pointed out in the Consti- tution of Ancient Masonry. That the Reputation & Utility of the Craft under their Jurisdiction has been most Extensively dif- fused by the Flourishing State of fourteen Lodges, Constituted by their Authority, within a Shorter Period, thau that in which three Only received Dispensations under the former Grand Lodge. That in the History of our Craft we find, that in England there are Two Grand Lodges independant of each other, Li Scotland the Same, and in Ireland their Grand Lodge and Grand Master are Independant of either England or Scotland. 'Tis clear that the Authority of some of these Grand Lodges originated in Assumption, Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 303 or otherwise they would Acknowledge the Head from whence they Derived. Your Committee are therefore of Opinion that the Resolutions of the said Present Grand Lodge, were dictated by Principles of the Clearest Necessity, founded in the Higliest Eeason and War- ranted by Precedents of the Most approved Authority.* Your committee beg leave to recommend the following Resolu- tions to be Adopted by this Grand Lodge, & to be ingrafted into its Constitutions. 1" Resolved, That the Brethren of the Grand Lodge in Assuming the Powers & Perogatives of an Lidependent Grand Lodge, Acted on the Most laudable Motives and Consistently with the Principles which ought forever to govern Masons, the Benefit of the Craft & the good of Mankind ; and are warranted in their Proceed- ings, by the Practice of Ancient Masons in All Ages of the World.* 2^ Resolved, That this Grand Lodge be forever hereafter known & Called by the Name of the Massachusetts Grand Lodge of Ancient Masons, and, that it is free and Independent in its Gov- ernment & Official Authority of any other Grand Lodge, or Grand Master in tlie Universe. S'^ Resolved, that the Sovereign Power & Authority of the said Grand Lodge, be Continued to Extend throughout the Com- monwealth of Massachusetts, and to Any of the United States, were none shall be erected over such Lodges only as this Grand Lodge shall there Constitute. 4"^ ResolveS' Pauls Vermont King Hiram Represented, d" not Repre- d" d° d° d" d" Massachusetts Grand Lodge in Ample Form at Free Masons Hall Fryday Evening 6. June 1783. Present. Most Wpfll Joseph WebbEsq-^G. M. AV^jfll Paul Revere Esq' Thomas Uraun John Symmes AVilliam Hoskins John Lowell Beuj" Coolidge John Jutau James Xebon Joseph Hillher Jon" Edes Joseph Whipple M. M. Hays Abraham Hunt David Bradlee 8. G. W. J. G. W. S. G. D. J. G. D G* Treas' G. Sec-^" ISI. p. Union S. AV. D° M' Essex. ]M. by Proxy J. AV. Mass' U. Mass' M by Proxy for Kiug Hiram's S. AV. D° ■ Amity. Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 307 N 1 S'. Andrews 36/ 10 Unity not 2 Tyi'ian not Represented- 11 Essex p'd 36/ 3 Ma.-TSachusetts 12 Amity 4 iS' Peters not rep* 13 Wasliington not 6 Berkshire D" 14 S'. Patricks not 6 Trinily D" 15 Worcester not 7 United States D" 16 S' Pauls not 8 Wan-en D" 17 Vermont not 9 Perfect Union p'd 18/ 18 King Hiram represented. Voted, Thpre be a Committee of five to make report at the Next Meeting what Endorsement shall he made on the Warrants' which imve been Granted from tliis Grand Lodge — y" Committee wi've li'' Hays, Lowell, Hoskins, Revere & Jiiiau. Voted, That this Grand Lodge Celebrate the Feast of S' John y" Baptist the 24* Instant and thnt the Most Wpfll John Warren Esq' Grand Master Elect be then Install'd. Voted, There be a Procession, Oration, & Charge on the Same Day — :ind that a Committee of five wait on two suitable Brothers to Deliver the Same — y' Committee were B" Whipple, Scollay, Revere, Jutau, & Hillher. ^'oted, That the Sec*' write to the Lodges within the Vicinity to Attend the Procession & Festival. ■ A Committee was Chose to agree with a Suitable Person to Provide Dinners &c. Committee were B" Lowell, Revere, Proctor, Jutau, Hoskins, Nebon & Hunt. Collected by the See^ some time since from Tyrian 10.10 from S' Pauls 5. 8 from S' Patricks 7. 4 23. 2 Collected this Evening from S'. Andrews 1.16. from Perfect Union 18. from Essex 1.16. 4.10 p'd G* Treas' £27.12 At a Meeting of the Committee of the Massachusetts Grand Lodge Monday Evening June 8"" 1783. That Agreeable to a Vote of the Grand Lodge the Committee have made Choice of B' Jn" Eliot to deliver the Charge & W Christopher Gore the Oration on the day of the Festival, & have made Chnice of B" RevercN Scollay, Whipple and Lowell to wait on the Above Brethren & also to request the Use of Faneuil Hall to Dine & a Suitable place to Deliver the Oration & Charge. Voted That B" Hoskins & Nebon provide suitable Musick at the Festival. Tuesday 9"^ June 1783, The Committee request the Most Worshipf ull Joseph Webb Esq' G'^ M' to direct the Grand Marshall to see Lodges properly plac'd at the Tables. 308 Proceedings in Masonry, At Massachusetts Grand Lodge in Ample Form at Concert Hall 24"' June 1783 for the Installment of the Grand Master Elect. Present Most Worspll Joseph Webb Esq' G M Prince, Hillyer, Merritt Fletcher Hare, Beals, Joy, Piemont, Hopkins, B. White, Jn° Lowell, Jn° Welsh, Whipple, T. Dawes Jun' Homans, Jos. Hillher, Carle ton, Abbot, P. Low, Childs, Bartlett Melvill, Williiims, Wallack, Bradley, Parkman, Prentice, Hunter, Mason, Brown, McKean, Paul Revere, John Connor John Dewitt, Thomas Urann, Nath' Willis, Joseph Shed Jun. Morris, E. Lang, Jn" Furness, X. Atkins, Jn Coolidge, Smith, Gowen, F. Shaw, Moses Benson, Haiue, Phelps, Waungee Rust, Welsh, Braddish, Austin, Hunt, Fellows, Appleton, Hall, Dunuells, Newman, B Shaw, Edes W. Lang, F. Crowley, Q. McQuiner, M. Hays, Dexter Hyslop, S. Newman, Manass'' Marston John Symmes, Baruch Juder, John Magner, Micah Hnmmond,^ Joseph Webber, • Mason, Smith, Atkins, Lambert, Miller Cutting Townsend, Templeman, Keith, Boit, Park, Pribble, Mahoney, Dunkerly, T. Eobb, Warters, S. B. Cutting, E. Proctor Jun' W. Lincoln Scollay, J. Bradford, S. Breck, G. Brown, Warren, Williamson, Quartermas, Porter, Swift, Joy, Chace, Tracy. Meeting of Grand Lodge in due Form Friday Evening, Septem- ber 5* 1783. Present. Most Wpfl Jn° Warren G. M. Most Wpfull Joseph Webb P. G. M. Paul Revere S. G. W. Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 309 Thomas Urann J. G. W. Treasurer. Benf Coolidge G" Sec^ Jn" Jutau S. G. D. James Avery J. G. D. James Nebon S. TV. P. U. Lodge. Doct Tryan J. W. D" Abraham Hunt M' bv Proxy King Hiram David Bradlee 8. W. D" Nat Willis J. W. B" W™ Hoskins M' by Proxy S' Peters. Jn" Coolidge S. W. D" Joseph Bush S. W. Trinity Prentice S. W. bv Proxv Trinity [Tyrian !] Jn° Boit J. W. Warren. . B' B Coolidge received as M' by Proxy for Tyrian Lodge & appointed B' Prentice as Senior Warden. A Eeturn from Trinity Lodge was Received by B' Symmes their M' by Proxy. A Return from Wooster Lodge was receiv'd by the Most Wpfll Joseph Webb Esq' P, G. M. B' Symmes M' by Proxy of Trinity Lodge Appointed B' Joseph Bush as his Senior Warden. A Letter from the Perfect Union Lodge was receiv'd & read and Ordered to be recorded. A Petition from B" Cordis, Bartlett, Newell &c. from Charles- town praying a Charter of Erection for Holding a Lodge by the Name of King Solomon. Voted The Prayer be Granted. Voted That the Thanks of this Grand Lodge be given in writing by tlie Most Wpfll G*^ Master to the Perfect Union Lodge for their Kind Letter. Mov'd & Seconded That [there] be a Committee of Seven for the Purpose of Forming Rules & Regulations for the Government of the Grand Lodge, the Committee were B" Revere, Webb, War- ren, Morton, Hays, Hoskins & Scollay. The Report of the Above Committee to be received on the First P'riday in October. Collected 4. 10/ and paid B" Lowell G* Treasurer next Morning. At a Meeting of Massachusetts Grand Lodge in Ample Form by Adjournment, Friday Evening October 3'^ 5783, at Free Masons Hail. Present. Most Wpfll John Warren Esq. G. M. Wpfll Paul Revere Esq. S. G. W. Thomas Urann J. G. W. John Symmes S G D. BeufHomans J. G. D. Treasurer. 310 Proceedings ix Masonry, Benf Coolidge G. Sed' W" Hoskins M. by Proxy S' Peters. James Avery M' by Proxy Warren Perez Morton William Scollay Joseph Whipple. List of Lodges. S' Andrews not represented. Essex not Tvriiin (B. Coolidge M"-) Amity D" INIassachusetts represented. Washington D° S' Peters D° S' Patricks represented. Berkshire not represented Wooster not Trinity represented. .S' Pauls not United States not represented. Vermont not Warren. (B' James Avery) King Hiram not Perfect Union not King Solomon not Unity D° Return from S' Patricks Lodge was received and B' Benjamin Homans made Choice of bj- them as Master by Proxy to repre- sent tliem in Grand Lodge. Voted. That the Rules & Regulntions for the Government of this Grand Lodge as reported by the Committee after being read Paragraph by Paragraph be Accepted. Voted That the Next Quarterly Communication be Held on the First Thursday in December Next. Voted There be One Hundred Copies of the i-ules & regulatinns of this Grand Lodge Printed and that each Member be Serv'd «itU a Copy, Also each Lodge Under its Jurisdiction. Voted That a Comrailtee of Three be Chose to see [to] the Printing of the Above rules it regulations Mention'd. Committee were B" Revere Morton Warren. At a Meeting of The Grand Lodge at Mason Hall Thursday 4"» Decem' 5783. Present. The :Most Wpfull John WaiTen Esq-- G"* M'^ Paul Revere Esq' S. G. W. Thomas Urann J. G. W. John Svmmes S. G. D. Pel ez Morton Esq' J. G. D. John Lowell G T' Benjamin Coolidge G. S' Worshipfull Joseph Webb Esq' Past G'' M' WpfuU M. U. Havs M' Mass" William Soollav S. W Joseph Whipple J. W Wpfull John Jutua M' P. Union. jofd" Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 311 William Triian 11 h'^- And rew Damarest David Bradlee S. W. KK Hiram' W" Hosklns Prox. M' S' Peters. John Coolidge J. W. James Prentice Tyrian S. W. Jon" Stodder J. W. Tyrian. Benj" Homans Prox. S'" Patricks. Klias Parkman Esq' S. W. Worcester. Norton Braiisford J W d" « Tyrian paid 36/ S' Peters Mass" p* 36/ Trinity Perfect U nion p" 18/ S' Patrick "Wooster p* 36/ King Hiram Proxy of Worcester Lodge, Laid before The Grand Lodge a Return, of Choice of Offlcei'S & By Laws — which was Read & Committed, also the Appointment of Brothers Parkman & Brails- ford, Wardens for Worcester Lodge, appointed by Brother Jos : Ruggles Master by Proxy of said Lodge. Also Brother Jon' Stodder's appointment as Junior Warden for Tyrian Lodge. The Grand Lodge, then Proceeded to the Choice of Grand Offi- cers & the following being Unia [chosen] To fill the Vacancys Viz' Wpfull Paul Revere Esq' D'^ G. M' Perez Morton Esq' . . . S. G. W. John Jutan J. G. W. Josiah Watters . . . . G* Marshall Elias Parkman Esq' . . G** Sw" Bearer. Wpfull Brother Hayes Reports a Choice of the Officers & Mem- bers of Massachusetts Lodge. — Brother Sec^ Informd the Grand Lodge That he had on the 5"" July last Received a Letter from Bio : James Carter, J. G. W. Purporting his determination of declining his Attendance on 'J'he Grand Lodge, and he having not since Attended the Duty of Junior G. W. in this Grand Lodge, The Grand Master proceeded to declare a Choice as above mentiond. The Grand Lodge taking into Consideration the Celebration of the Approaching Festival of S' John, Voted and Resolved, that this Grand Lodge will not have any Public Procession or Euteitainment in the present Inclement Season, But do Recommend the Several Lodges under this Juris- diction to Celebrate the Feast in Form at their own Particular Lodge Rooms. Voted, three dozen of Approns be Immediately Provided and that the Stewards purchase the Same — for use of this Grand Lodge. 312 Peoceedixgs in Masoni;y, Voted a Committee, Consisting of three, Appointed for the Pur- pose of writing to the Lodges under this Jurisdiction and Request- ing an Immediate Answer to the Late Circular Letter, on the subject of Independance of this Grand Lodge, and that this letter accompany the Constitutions lately orderd to be printed, and sent to those Lodges. Committee Bro" Revere. Morton. Hayes. John Warren G. M. Paul Revere D. G. M. Perez ^Morton S. G. W. Jutau J' a. w B Coolidge M. Tvrian Lodge.' James Prentiss S' w" Jon' Stiidder J. w. M M Havs Ma^' Mass. Lodge, W. Scollay S. W. Jos Whipple J. ^y. W™ Hoskins W S' P' John Symmes M. T. L. truen P.-.W.-. Mezmeb g. p« Benj' Homans Parkman s. w. Norton Brailsford J w. — [This record bears the Autograi)h Signatures of the Brethren above named.] Meeting of Massachusetts Grand Lodge m Ample Form at Charlestown on Special Occasion, Thursday 8'^ January 5784. — Present. Most Wpfll John Warren Esq' G. M. Most Wpfll Joseph Webb Esq"- P. G. M. . R Wpfll Paul Revere Esq' D. G. M. Wpfll John Lowell S. G. W. Wpfll John Symmes ' J. 6. W. James Prentice G* Trea' Benj" Coolidge G"* Se-^' John Welsh Jun' G" Ck. Thomas Welsh S. G. D. H. Dexler J. G. D. Josiah Waters G* M" Benj' Romans S. G'* S & Mast by Pros St. Pat. Joseph Gowen J. G. Stew* John Cades G. Toiler. Rev"* John Elliot Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 313 Jonathan Edes, David Bradlee John Braizier, Jo hn Coolidge John Rnnd, John Edmands, Tliom* Frotliingham IS£ lac Mallet, Maiia^sah Marston Edw'' Goodwin, Claik Minot, Jn' " Austin John Morse, Sam' Moores And" Newell Thomas Porter. ibers or tlie New Constituted Lodge. Josiah Bartlett M' Eliphalet Newell S W. Benj" Frothingham J. w. Joseph Cordis Trea" Caleb Swan See>' David Goodwin S. D. W- Kellder J. D. Jn° Edmunds Toiler. A Number of Brethren having requested through the D. G. Master that the,y might be Constituted a regular Lodge under the Name of King Solomon's Lodge & wish Brother Josiah Bartlet to be Install'd their Master. The Most Wpfll G. M. having asked the Brethren present whether it was their desire to have B"' Bartlett become their Master, Answered in the Affirmative when our Most Wpfll Constituted the Lodge by the Name Aforesaid in due form & install'd B"' Josiah Bartlett their Master with the Usual Solemnity. Tiie G. M. then directed B' Bartlett to appoint his Wardens & Other Officers which was Accordingly done. At a Meeting of the Massachusetts Grand [Lodge] On Special Occasion Fryday January 30. 1784. Present. Most WpfuU John Warren Esq' G" Mast' WpfuU Paul Re-vere Esq' D G M' John Jutau — S. G. W— M. P. U. Nath' Fellows J. G. W. Benj' Romans S G D Norton Brailsford J G D William Hoskins G T' Pro Tem. Benjamin Coolidge G S'' Bro' Truan — M' P. Un. S' Medard ^ ^ I d° L. Mercier J W j Elias Parkman S W" Wor. Lodge .S' Andrew, Massachusetts, Trinity, Perfect Union United States, Unity S' Peters, S' Patrick, Essex, Wooster, Amity. — 314 Peoceedixgs in Masonry, A petition was laid before tlie Grand Lodge from a Number of Brethren from the Count}' of Hampshire Praying a Cliarter of Erection for Holding a Lodge, by the Name of Hampshire Loiige. Voted the Prayer of the Petitioners be Granted. On a Motion Made that the Petitioners, who have leave as above to be Constituted into a New Lodge, have a Cbarterd Authority for Assembling for Conveniency in Eigther of Two Certain Towns within the County Aforesaid. Voted in the Nega- tive. Voted that the Place of Assembling Said Lodge Be at the Option of the Petitioners, and that whenever they shall Signify their Preference, the Name of said Town, shall be Inserted in their Charter to be granted them. A Return of Perfect Union was received. At a Meeting of The Massachusetts Grand Lodge at Masons Arms in Ample Form, Thursday March 4"" 1784. Present. Most Wpfll .John Warren Esq'' E' Wptll Paul. Revere Esq"' Wpfll John .Jutau Wptll M. M. Hays "Wpfll Johu Lowell Benj" Coolidge Wpfll W" Hoskins Esq' Wpfll Nat Fellowes John Boit Jou" Stodder Wpfll B' Truan S' Medard Norton Brailsford Nat Atkins P^lias Parkman Williau) bcoilay S' Andrews, represented, Tyrian D° Massachusetts paid 18/ S' Peters represented, Berkshire not, Trinit}' not. United States not, Warren by B' Boit. Perfect Union p'd 18/ Unity not. G. M. D. G. M. S. G. W. J. G. W. G" Treas' G. Sec>' M' S' Peters M' S' Andrews. J W & J.G. D. S.W. S' And'^ Lodge. M" Perfect Union. J W D" Sec'' Essex Lodge. G* Swordbearer. S. W. Mass" Lodge Essex by their Setf' Amity not AVashiugtou not. S' Patricks not. Wooster p'd by B' Parkman 18/ S' Pauls not Vermont not. King Hiram not. Kino; Solomon not. A Return from Essex Lodge was received. The Most Wpfll Grand Master Communicated a Letter which he received from B' Alex' Thomas Sigiid liy him as Secretary of S' Andrews Lodge Holding under the Grand Lodge of Scotland, Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 315 Mentioning to take Notice that All Connection and Debates, be- tween this Grand Lodge, and the Lodge of S' Andrew are at an End. Return from S' Andrews Lodge Holding under this Grand Lodge was received. Accepted and Approv'd off. The Worshipful! Master of Perfect Union Lodge requested Leave of the Grand Lodge to Attend the Funeral of Brother Arnold — Granted. Grand Lodge Adjourn'd next Monday Week. At a Meeting of the Massachusetts Grand Lodge in Ample Form Friday 5"^ March 1784. .Special Occasion. Present. WpfuU John Warren Esq' G. M Paul Eevere Esq' D. G. M. Perez Morton Esq' S. G. W. John Jutau J G. W. John Lowell G. Treas' Benj" Coolidge G. Sec=' Benj" Horaans W" Trysinn W" Hoskins. A petition from Daniel Jones, Asa Dunbarr, Amos Ralston, Samuel Smith, Prentice Willard, Luther Emes &c was laid before the G'' Lodge from Keen in the County [of] Cheshire & State of New Hampshire praying a Charter of Erection for Holding a Lodge by the Name of Rising Sun Lodge. Voted, The Pra^-er of the Petitioners be Granted. P2xpences of the Meeting was paid by B' Dunbarr, the G'' Treas- urer receiv'd 2 Guineas & the C Toiler 9/. At a Special Meeting of Massachusetts Grand Lodge at Masons Hall Monday Evening IS"" March 1784 in Ample P'orm. Present. Most WpUl John Warren Esq' G. M. R't Wpfll Paul Revere Esq' D. G. M. R Wpfll M. M. Hays M' Mass^ Wpfll Perez Mortou S. G. W. Wpfll John Jutau J. G. W. Benj" Coolidge G. Sees' John Welsh G Clerk John Boit S. G. D. Joseph Whipple J. G. D. Josiah Waters C Marshall. Elias Parkman G* S. Bearer. W" Hoskins D G See^ W" Truan M. P. Union Lodge. Josiah Bartlett M' King Solomon's. 316 Proceedings in Masonrt, Benj" HomaDS G. Stew* Norton Biailsford Nat ATillis Pet. Le Mercier S. W. P. Union Eliphalet Newhall S. ^Y King So" Benj" Frothingham J W. King SoP James Prentice Jon" Stodder, Petrie S' iledar J W Perfe' Un. ] John Coolidge, W"' Scollay, John Cades G* Toiler. Lodge. King Solomon's — 18/ Pd the G'* Treas' The Lodges being C'all'd, the Scats of Sen'' & Junior Grand Deacons, were found Vacant that had been fiU'd by B" Urann & Symmes whom the Grand Lodge were Informed, had withdrawn themselves by Adhering to the Brethren that Declare themselves Holding under the Constitution of Scotland as Appears by their Letter to this Grand Lodge — the Lodge Proceeded to the Choice of Grand Deacons & Grand Stewards by the Grand Masters Ap- pointment. He Nominated B" Nat Fellows S. G. D. Benj" Homans J. G. D. John Boit S. G Stew'd Joseph Whipple J. G. Stew* they were Accordingly invested with their Jewells. At a Special Meeting [of] I\Iassachusetts Grand Lodge at Mason's Hall Wednesday Evening 31 Mar. 5784, iu Ample Form. Present. M" Worshipfull John Warren Esq' G. M. w. Paul Revere D. G. [M] w. Perez ^Morton S. G. W w. John Jutau J. G. W. w. Nathan' Fellows S. G. D. Benj" Homans J. G. D. w. John Lowell G.T' Benj" Cooledge G. See'' John Welsh Jun' G.C. John Boit S.G. S. Josiah Waters Jun' • G. Mars" iro' Truen M.P. U. L" Elias Parkman G. Sw° B' Norton Brailsford, J. W. AV° L° William Scollay S. W. M" L" W" Hoskins M' S' Peters, Nathan' Willis Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 317 S' Andrews represented. Amity not. Tj'i'iau D° Washington D° Massachusetts B" S' Patricks represent'' S' Peters D° Worcester not. Berkshire not. S' Pauls D° Trinity D° Vermont D° United States D° King Hiram D° >V'arreu represent^ King Solomon D" Perf Union D" Berkshire D" Unity not Rising Sun D" Essex D" Voted, a Letter be Sent to the different Lodges under this Juris- diction tliat have not yet Answerd the Circulating Letters sent them, desiring their Peremptory Answer. Voted, The Person who Carries the Above Mentiond Letter shall take such Papers with him as are Necessary for the Baissi- ness. Voted, One Brother be Appointed for the Eastern Department & B"' Whipple was made Choice of. Voted, That B' Fellows be requested to Attend the Same Buissi- ness westward. Voted, the Grand Sec^ Apply to the Past G. Master for a Copy of his Commission. Voted, That the Most Wpfll G. M. Commission the Above brethren Under his hand & Seal of the Lodge with Such Instruc- tions as he may think Proper and That there Necessary Expences be Allow'd them Attending said Duty. Voted, that a Committee of three be Chose to see if this Grand Lodge Can be betti'r Accomodated with a room. The committee were B" Revere, Morton, Jutau. John Warren G. M. Paul Revere S. G. W. J. G. W. G'' Tr' P. Morton J utau John Lowell W' Hoskins N. Willis Norton Brailsford Truen M.-. D. G. M. Josiah Waters Jun' W. ScoUay ¥,&' Parkman Benj" Homans. John Bolt Nath' Fellowes Ben Coolidge G. S. B. John Welsh Jun' [This record bears the Autograph Segnatures of the Brethren above named.] At a Meeting of the Massachusetts Grand Lodge in Ample Form at Col" John Marstou's State Street ThLirsday Evening 3^ June 1784. Present. Most Wpfll John Warren Esq"^ G. M. R' Wpfll Paul Revere Esq' D. G. M. 318 Proceedings in Masonry, M" Wpfll Joseph Webb Esq' \\ pfll John Jutau Wpfll Josiah Haitlett Wpfll Nathan' Fellows Benj" Homaus AVpfll Ja' Avery Wpfll M. M. H'ays \V" bcollay John Cooledge James Prentiss Norton Brailsford Bro' S' Madar, Jon° Stoddard Benj" Frothingham Jn° Morse Elias Parkman Aaron Dexter Beuj" Coolidge J. Welsh Jiui' Jos. Whipple S' Andrews represented, p'd Tviian " Mass" S' Peters " Berkshire not " Trinity " " United States not " Warien represented Perfect Union " Uiiitv not " P. G. M. as tS. W. as J. W. ]\P S' An. L° G. D. M' .S' Pati icks Lo. \ by Prox. J. G. D. J M' WaiTen Lodge by Prox. M' Mass" Lodge. b. W. Mass' p'd J. W. K. S" L° by Prox. G. Sw" Bearer, Prox Kis* Sim, G. Sec'' Assist. Sec^ .]. W. Mass" Essex not represented Amity " " Washington not represented S' Patricks, represented AVorcester " p'd A'ermont not " S' Pauls " " K Hyram " " K Sol° represented p'd Rising Sun represented p'd. That as Bro' Dexter has produced a Certificate from the Ris^ Sun Lodge request' him to represent them by Proxy — he be admitted to a Seat in Grand Lodge. Wpfll Br' Ja' Avery pro- due'd a \'ote from AVarren Lodge that they approve the R'^ & Priviledges of this Grand Lodge as transmitted them by our Com- miitee. Agreeable to our Constitutions the Most AV. G. Master Nominated" \V° Jos'" Webb Esq' P. G. M. to be Grand Master Elect — the Ballots being Call'd — he was unanimously Chose Grand Master for the Year ensuing. The Grand Master Elect then proceeded to nomination of his Officers & propos'd the Officers now holding place to Continue in Office viz, & aecordiogly nominated B' Morton for S. G. ^Y. who was ballotted for & Unanimously accepted. B' Jutau was then nom- inated for J. G. AV. who was ballotted for & unanimously chosen. A'oted, That Grand Lodge Celebrate the Feast of S' John Baptist aproaching — & that it be not celebrated by a Public Pro- cession. Voted, A Committee of 3 be chosen to Assist the G. Stew'^ in Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 319 agreeing for & provirling the Feast. Voted, That Brother ScoUay, Bro'' Fellows & Bro' Revere be the Committee. John Warren Piiul Revere, J. Jul ail Josiah Bartlett Nath' Fellowes. Benj" Homans J a' Avery. M. M. Hays W. ScoUay Joseph Whipple EU' Park man Norton Brailsford Aaron Dexter John Moss Benj Froyiingham Jon" Stodder John "Welsh Jun"^ G M S G WPt J. G. W. pt. Mas"^ Mass Lodge. S. W. Mass Lodge. Jun : Ward : M : Lodge. S : W : of Wooster Lodge. J : W : of Wooster Lodge. Rising Sun L° by Proxy. Assist' Sec''. [This record bears the Autograph Signatures of the Brethren above named.] At a Meeting of Massachusetts. Grand Lodge in Ample Form conveu'd at tbe Exchange Tavern, State Street Thursday Evening 2* Sept' 6784. Present. M" W" Joseph Webb Esq' M° W° Paul Hevere Esq' M° W Jn" Warren Esq' W" Jn" Jutau W" Nathan' Fellows W" Jn° Stoddard W"" Scollay W° Br° Truen Elias Parkman Norton Brailsford Benj* Coolidge Jn° Welsh Jun' S' Andrews represented p'd. Tyrian D° Mass" D" S' Peters not Berkshire " Trinity " United States " Warren " Perf Union represented p'd. Unity not G. D. P. as S as J. as S as M. G. G. G. G. G G M. M. W. W. D. D. J M' Perf U" Lodge G. Sw'^ Bearer. Worcest' by Proxy G. Sec^ Assist' G. Sec'' Essex not Amity " Washington " S' Patricks " Worcester represent* p'd Vermont not S' Pauls K' Hyram " K' Solomon " Rising Sun Voted, That as Trinity Lodge have Neglected the Gr"^ L° both by want of Proxies & not paying the dues — a Letter be wrote 320 Proceedings in Masonry, them hy the M° 'SV" G. ^l' Kequesting an immediate disch' of their dues or to return their Charter without delaj^. The above Vote being reconsider'd — the follow- pass'd • — Viz' Voted, That Trinity Lodge held in the town of Lancaster having omitted paying their dues and in other Respects fail'd to comply with the Constitutions of Masonry as universally acknowledged be and herebj" is required forthwith to return their Charter granted by the Authority of this Gr'' L° to the G'' Sec-^' of the said G* L°, that they may no longer [be] held or be convened under tlie same untill such injunctions and Rules as bj' the Constitutions of Masonry and their Special Instructions are made & provided shall be fully and faithfully complied with. Voted, That a Similar Vote to the above be also wrote to Berk- shire & Amity Lodges. Voted, That the G. Sec-'' Advertize in the Publick Gazettes noti- fying every Lodi;e under this Jurisdiction to meet either by them- selves or Proxy at the next Gr'' Quarterly Communication on forfeiture of their Charters. On a Petition of S' Andrews Lodge X° 1. holding under this Jurisdiction, praying a renewal of their Charter with the alteration of the name to "Rising States." Voted, The Petition be Granted. Paid Tilor 0,, 9,, — Bill the Evens 0„ 15,, 8 £1 „ 4 1 „ 9 „8, „4 2„ 14 — P* Treas^ Rec"= 2 ,, 14/ At a Meeting of Massachusetts Grand Lodge in Ample Form Conven'd at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern Thursday Evening 2'* De- cember 57iS4. Present. M" W" Jos'* Webb Grand Master R' W Paul Revere D. G. M. ^V John Jutau as S. G. W. W° Will" M<^Kean as J. G. W. "SV" John Lowell G. Treas' W" James .Vvery as S, G. D. Will'" S col I ay as J. G. D. Benj" Coolidge G. Sec^- John Welsh Jun' Ass' G. Sec'' Elias ParUman G. Sw" B' Norton Brailsford W> Job' Bartlett M' K' S° Lodge pjlip' Newell 1 W« D° Benj" Frothingham John Bolt J. W. R' St' L" Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 321 Representation of Lodges. Rising States Represented & p"* Essex not T.yrian d" & p* Amity (( Massachusetts d" Washington a S' Peters not S' Patricks a Berkshire it. Wooster Repres'' & p'' Trinity a Vermont not United States a S' Pauls u Warren Repres'* King Hirams it Perfect Union not King Solomon Rep* & pi 2 Unity Repres* Rising Sun not qu' On Proceedings of the G-'' Lodge by Deputation at Keane 8"" September 5784. being Rend Voted, They be aprov'd of & put on File. Voted That the M" W° Ju" Warren, R. W. Perez Morton, R. W. Ju° Jutau, Bro' Scollay & R. W. Paul Revere be a Committee to take into consideration the delinquency of Several Lodges holding Charters under this Jurisdiction, and that the said Committee be requested to prepare a plan to be laid before the Grand Lodge, by which the Jurisdiction of said Grand Lodge may be positively ascertained — also Voted — That the G* Sec'' attend the s"" Com- mittee with such Papers of the G'^ L° as the Committee shall judge necessary for the Executicm of the business. Voted, Bro' M°Keen & Bro' Parkman be added to the Com- mittee. Voted, The above Business be acted on as soon as possible, & when Compleated, the Committee inform the M° W° Grand Master & Request a Special Grand Lodge may be then call'd to lay the Proceedings before them. Grand Lodge Clos'd. Receiv'd £4 „ 10/ Paid G" Tilor ,, ' 9 Hro' iNIarston's Bill 1 ,, 19 Gr^Treas' 2 ,, 2. £4 ,, 10 At a Meeting of Mass' Grand Lodge Wednesday Evening 19* Jan^ 5785. In Ample Form Conven'd at the Bunch of Grapes, on Special Occasion. Present. M° W° Jos. Webb M" W John Warren W" John Jutau W° Louis Bauryee S' Madar Huyman Kort" Brailsford John Welsh Jun' " G. ScC Grand Mast' P. G. M. as S. G. W. 1 1 J. G. W. u s G D. u J. G. D. ii G. S* 322 Proceedings in Masonky, On a Petition from a Number of Brethren in Manchester, County of Bennington, in the Western Part of Vermont State, Requesting to be incorporated & beg a Charter for a Lodge by the Name of North Star, Voted, That the Petition be granted & the Sec^ is directed to provide a Charter accordingly. Voted, That when any Charter or Dispensation is granted, a Paragraph shall be inserted that " it ceases to be a Regular Lodge if neglected to be Represented more than one Year." Grand Lodge Clos'd. p* Tilor 9/ Note. Bro' Noah Smith, the Bearer of the Petition p" Bro' Marston for Bill of the Evening. 20"" Jan^ Rec* for the above Charter of Bro' Smith Fees for G" Lodge 2 guin» 2 ,, 16 D" Seals ,, 14 D° to Tilor ,, 9 3 ,. 19 At a Meeting of the Massachusetts Grand Lodge held at the Buncli [of] Grapes Tavern at Boston on the Evening of March 3'' 5785. Present. Most Wfp. Joseph Webb Esq' Kisiiig States Paul Geveir Esq' K' Solomon Docf Bartlett Perfect Union Doct' S' Madar John Boit Massachusetts Doct. Whipple Bro' Eli' Parkman See'' pro. Tem. Jn° Warren Wooster Norton Brailsford W™ Calder Eliphet Newell. Rec* from Rising States Lodge Wooster Lodge D° On the petition of a number of Lodges holding under the Juris- diction of this Grand Lodge in the Vicinity of this Town praying for permission & Authority to hold a General Convention of the Lodges of Anctient Masons in this State for purposes Set forth in the Said Petitions, Voted, that this Grand Lodge Approve of the proposal contained in tliose petitions & do recommend that said Lodges together with any others immediatelj- in this Vicinity ap' 5 representatives respectively to convene Thursday next at 3 "Clock at y" Bunch of Grapes in Boston for the purpose of devising proper means for form^ such general Convention that the State of Masonry in this G"' M' D. G. M. S. G. W. J. G. W. s. G. D. J. G. D. See'' pro. ' P- G. M. 18/ 18/ Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 328 Comw'' be duly cons* & Benefitt & Interest of the Craft in general promoted & that the Grand Sec^ furnish the Lodges with [a] Copy of this Vote. Rec"* 1 „ 16 p'^Br" Marston 1 ,, 11 ,, 6 Bro' Cades 9 „ due to Parkman */«• 2„0„6 At a Meeting of the Massachusetts Grand Lodge held on a Special Occasion at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in Boston, April 28'" 1785. Present. Most Whfle Jos : Webb Esq' G. M. Paul Reveir Esq' D. G. M. John Warren Esq' P. G. M. Docf Bartlett S. G. W. pro Tem. Docf Dexter J. G. W. pro Tem. Benj' Homans S. G. D. James Prentiss J. G. D. & J. W. T. Lodge. Elias Parkman G. S. pro. Tem. Benjamin Coolidge M. Tyrian Jonathan Stoddard S. W. do Cap' Norton Brailsf ord J. W. Wooster Lodge. George Homans S. W. S' Patricks Alex' Ewen J. W. d° Whfle Bro' Boieau M.P. Union Docf S' Medar W. D" Whf John Jutan Benj. Frothingham Eliphalet Newell John Boit. A Comission from the Master & Wardens of the Rising Sun Lodge to Aaron Dexter Esq' to Represent them by Proxy in the Grand Lodge was Read & Accepted. A Return of Ofiicers from 8' Patricks Lodge was presentd by Bro' Benj" Homans together with a Number of Votes from S* Lodge. On a Circular Letter Received from the Grand Lodge of Pen- sylvainia — it was Voted, that a Committee of Seven be chosen to take into con- sideration the afore mentioned Letter, and Report what is proper to be clone at the next Quarterly Communication. Committee Wfl. Jn° Warren Wfl. Jo" Webb Wfl. Bro' Boreau Wfl. Paul Reveir Wfl. Bro' Dexter Wfl. Perez Morton Wfl. Bro' Jutau. 824 Proceedings in Masoxrt, Voted — That the Circular Letter communicated this Evening f lom the most Wfl. Grand Lodge of Peusylvania be Committed for the purpose of determining what is expedient to be done thereon and That the most wti Grand Lodge Aforesaid be informed as Soon as possible that proposals contained will be duely consider'd in a full Assembly of the Lodges, under this Jurisdiction to be Sf»eedily Conveen'd, tfe the Result Transmitted by the Earliest Oportunity. John Warren P. G. M. John Jutau S. G. AV. p T. Josiah Bartlett as J. G" Ward" Beuj" Frothingham. Benj' Coolidge M'' by Proxy Tyrian Lodge. James Prentiss S. W. d° Banry de Bellerive Aaron Dexter M. by Proxy rising Snn. Benj' Homans 51. by Proxery S' Patrick Eli' Parkman S. W of AVooster Lods-e & G. S. bearer. Jos : Webb Paul Revere Alexander Ewen. George S. Homans Norton Brailsford John Boit Eliphelet Newell P. S' Medard Bro' Welsli p* G. Treas' Lowell 2 Guin' for Charter of North Starr Lodge }- 16 [This record bears the Autograph Signatures of the Brethren above named.] At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge in Ample Form at the Bunch of Grapes .State Street Thursday Evening June 2^ 5785. Present Most Wpfll Joseph Webb Esq. R' Wpfll Paul Revere Esq. Wpfll John Jutau Esq Wpfll W™ Hopkins Esq. Wpfll Thomas Edwards Aaron Dexter Wpfll Josiah Bartlett W ^colla}' Wpfll Benj" Tupper Eliphalet Newall P. S' Medar Norton Brailsford John Boit Benj" Coolidge G. M. D. G. M. .s. G. W. J. G. W. M' Rising States Proxy for Rising Sun. ]VP King Solomon. S. W. Massachusetts. 3P Hampshii-e Lodge. S. W. King Solomon. S. W. Perfect Union. J. W. Wooster by Proxy. S. W. Warren by Proxy. G-* Sec^ Lodges. Eising States S' Peters United States Unity Washington S' Pauls yea, yea, S' Patricks Vermont King Solomon yea. North Star. Massachusetts, vea. Trinity MASSAfemiSETTs Geand Lodge, 1769-92. 325 Montgomery Perfect Union j-ea Rising Sun yea. Amity Tyrian Wooster yea 18/. Berkshire King Hiram Warren yea. Hampsliire yea 18/ Essex Return from Eising States Lodge of their Choice of Officers. R' Wpfll Thomas Edwards Esq M. Nat. Willis S. W. Jn" Coolidge J. W. R' Wpfll Paul Revere Esq. Treas. Benj" Coolidge, Sec'' Norton Brailsford S. D. Simon Hall J. D. Jon" Stodder Steward. Amos Lincoln D° Jos" Webber D" B' Hooten Toiler. Mov'd & Seconded that a Committee of three with the Secretary be Appointed to Examine the State of the G"^ Lodge Accounts. R' Wpfll Paul Revere Esq. W" Scollay, Aaron Dexter, Commit- tee. Voted, The Choice of Officers be Pospon'd untill the 24* Instant being the feast of S' .John. Voted, That there be no Publick Festival. Voted, That this Lodge adjourn till 4 Clock 24"" Instant. Jos : Webb Josiah Bartlett M' K. S. L. Paul Revere Ben Tupper John Jutau W- Hoskins P. S' Medard Norton Brailsford W Scollay Mass L. Eliphelet Newell A. Dexter Ris^ Sun. John Boit Tho' Edwards Benj" Coolidge G. Secy. p'd Toiler for this Evening & the Preceediug 18/ Collected 36/ p'd Toiler 18/ • 18/ At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge by Adjournment Friday June 24* 1785. Present Most Wpfll Joseph Webb Esq. G. M. Wpfll John Jutau S. G. W. Wpfll M. M. Hays J. G. W. Aaron Dexter S. G. D. Benj" Ilomans J. G. D. 326 Proceedings in Masonry, John Lowell G. Treas. Benj' Coolidge G" SecJ' W Scollay S. W. Mass' Lodge Joseph Whipple J. W. D" Wpfll Tho' Edwards Esq. M. R. States S' Medar P. Union Lodge Nebon D° Norton Brailsford for Wooster Elias Parkman for D" John Boit Henry Sherburne S' Patrick Benj" Tupper for Hampshire Josiah Waters Jun' Esq. Benj' Lincoln Rising Sun Wpfll Josiah Bartlett King Sol' Caleb Swan Elipbalett Newall E' Wpfll Paul Revere Esq' D. G. M. Lodges s. Rising States yea. S' Patricks yea. S' Peters Vermont United States, King Solomon j-ea. Unity North Star. Washington Massachusetts yea S' Pauls Trinity. IMontgomery Perfect Union yea Rising Sun yea. Amity Tyrian Wooster yea. Berkshire King Hiram Warren Hampshire yea. Essex King Solomon's Lodge p'd the G* Treas' for y' Charter 56/ p'd the G" Sec'' 14/ p'd Quarterage to the Treas' 18/ £4 the Choice ,,8/ of G* Voted, That the Grand Lodge Proceed to Master, by Ballot. The Most Wpfll Joseph Webb Esq' was Chosen Grand Mas- ter for the Year Ensuing. Wpfll B' Jutau was Chosen S. G. Warden. Wpfll B' Hays Chosen J. G. W. " B' Lowell Chosen G'^ Treasurer B' Jn° Welsh G'' Sec^ Lowell was Excus'd & B' W" Scollay was Chosen Grand Treasurer. Benj' Homans S. G. D. Aaron Dexter J. G. D. B' Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 327 John Boit ") Steward Jos. Whipple j D" Elias Parkmau G"" Sw'' Bearer Josiah Waters Esq. G^ Marshall John Jones G* Toiler. The M" W° Grand Master apointed Brother John Lowell, Dep'' G. M' Moved, That the G. M. be Requested to write Letters to all the G* Lodges in America & Europe wherein he will inform them of the proceedings of this Grand Lodge & inform them that this G. Lodge wishes to keep up a Brotherly Correspondence for the Good of Masonry & Request that all new Regulations & any other Transac- tions wherein the benefitt of the Craft in general is ooncern'd might be communicated to this G. L. and this G. L. will do the same on their part — also enclose to the G. L. of Scotland a Duplicate of the Letter wrote sometime past by a Committee. At a Special Grand Lodge at the Bunch of Grapes 23"^ of July 5785. in Ample Form Conven'd. Present. M° W" Joseph Webb Esq' G. M' W" John Jutau S. G. W. W" Tho» Edwards as J. G. W. Benj'^ Homans S. G. D. Aaron Dexter J. G. D. William Scollay G. T' Norton Brailsford G. Sec^ Ellas Parkman G. S'^ B' A Petition from a number of Bretheren Viz' David Noble & others praying for a Charter to Erect a Lodge in the Town of Williamstown, County of Berkshire, in this Commonwealth by the name of Friendship Lodge — the same being read — Voted — The Petition be granted & that Israel Jones be apointed Master. N.B. the Bearer of the Petition being oblig'd to leave town the Charter was not compleated. On The Petition of Amasa Lernard & others. Voted, The Petition be granted for a Charter of Dispensation to hold a Lodge at Norwich in Connecticut by the name of Columbia, of which Phillip Turner is apointed their Master. N.B. Sent Mem° [of] the Fees by the Bearer of the Petition. At a Meeting of the Massachusets Grand Lodge, held by Ad- journment at the Bunch [of] Grapes State Street Thursday JEven- ing Septtr 29'" 5785. Present. Most Worshipful Joseph Webb Esq' G. M. Rt Worshipful John Lowell Esq' D. G. Master 328 Proceedings in Masonry, Et Worshipful Paul Revere P. D. G: Master Et AVorshipfnl John Jutaii S. G. AV. Et Worshipful Thomas Edwards J. G. W. p Temp. Brother Benjamin Ilomans S. G. D. Brother Mermaid J. G. D. Brother Scollay G. T. Brother Eichards G. S. Brother Waters G. 31" Bro Brailsford Brother Dexter Whereas Brother Jn° Welsh, was at the last Annual Choice of Officers on June 27"" 1785 Chosen Grand Seers' and notwithstand- ing he has signed the summons as issued since that time, but has never attended the Grand Lodge, to signify his Acceptance of the Trust aud be invested with the Jewell, therefore Voted, that this Lodge now proceed to the Choice of a Grand Secref, that place being deemed Vacant by the Lodge, Brother Geo. Eichards was unanimously Chosen. Voted, That this Lodge Accepts of the Report of the Committee appointed at the Last Meeting, which Committee were instructed to Consider of a proposal from the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania for forming a general Convention, & to draft a Letter in Answer thereto. Voted, That a Committee be appointed to write to the Different Lodges, who arc any ways in Arrears to this Grand Lodge, & request their respective Ballances due. Committee Nominated & appointed R W. John Lowell R.W. John Jutau Brother P"dwards. Voted, upon a Motion made by Brother Homans as Proxy for St Patricks Lodge, that said Lodge be allowi d to Renew their Charter, the Grand Lodge allow of the same, & Brother Homans will take the Necessary Steps therefor, by Petition duly Address'd to this Lodge. Then the Grand Lodge was adjourned to the 1" Thursday in December 5785. Geo Richards, G. Sec^ At a Meeting of the Massachusets Grand Lodge, held by ad- journment at the Bunch of Grapes State Street, Thursday Evening 1*' of December 5785. Present. Most Wpful Joseph Webb Esq' G. M. E Worshipful John Lowell Esq' D. G. M. Wpful Josiah Bartlett S. G. AV. P. Tem. Heuj Homans J. G. W P. Tem. Norton Brailsford Esq's. G. D. P. Temp. Geo. Riehaids G. Sec^ E. Wpful John Jutau' Massachusetts Gkand Lodge, 1769-92. 329 Lodges Eeprcsented. ■ fS' Patrick Wooster . King Solomon Proxies. Brother Homans Brother Brtiilsford Wpfl Josiah Bartlett. Upon Motion of Rt Wpful John Jiitau & unanimously Voted, that this Lodge be adjourned to Thursday 8"' instant at 6 o Cl° P.M. that a Special Summons be Issued for the then Meet- ing of this Grand Lodge, & that the Grand Secretary inform the Members of the Sense this Grand Lodge entertains of their general non attendance, in Manner & form agreable to the "Instructions as Voted and hereafter Recorded .... Viz' • Whereas, The Grand Lodge has of late materially suffered by non attendance of the Members, it is therefore Voted, That such Members Officers of Lodges & Proxies as do not attend agreable to the Special Summons accompanying this be considered as Culpable, & that the Iiodges then unrepresented be informed by the Grand Secretary of such Neglect. Geo Richards .•. G. Sec''. At a Meeting of the Massachusets Grand Lodge held by Ad- journment, at Brother Marstons, The Bunch of Grapes in State Street Boston, upon I'hursday Evening the 8"" of December 5785. Present. M. Worshipful Joseph Webb Esq' G. M. M. Wpful John Warren Esq' P. G. M. R. W^orshipful John Lowell Esq' D. G. M. R. W J.ihn Jutau S. G. W. "Wpf Thomas Edwards J. 6. W protem. Wp Josiah Bartlett S. G. D. proleni. Kathaniel "Willys Esq' J. G. D. protem. William ScoUay G. T. Josiah Waters Esq' G. M. Elias Parkman Esq' G. Sw" B. Geo. Richards G. Sec^ Rt W. Paul Revere P. G. Master. Lodges Represented [and] Proxies. Rising States pd toGr* Treas. 18/Thomas Edwards Esq' Massachusetts Brother ScoUay Nathaniel Willys S' Patrick Benj. Homans. Tyriiin Not Represented. S' Peters Not Represented. Berkshire Not Represented. Trinity Ditto. United States Ditto. Warren Ditto. Wooster p*" 18/ Norton Brails- ford. St Pauls Not Represented. Vermont Ditto. King Hiram Ditto. Montgomery D° King Solomon Cash in full 2 Quarters 36/ W^p Josiah Bart- lett, Eliphalet Newell, William Calder. 330 Proceedings in Masonry, P. Union Not Represented. Hampshire, not represented. Unity nitlo. Rising Sun Benj Lincoln Jr. Esq'. Essex Ditto. Nortli Star Not Represented. Amity Ditto. Friendship Ditto. Washington Extinct Columbia Not Represented. The Grand Lodge being opened in due Masonick Form by Order of the Grand Master Assisted by the Proper Grand Officers. The Committee Consisting of Brotliers Lowell, .Jutau & Edwards, appointed on.the 29"" of Septbr 578.5 — for the purpose of Writing to the Several Lodges, for their Respective Ballances due to the Grand Lodge, brouglit in & Reported the Draft of a Letter which tliey had prepared to be sent, to the Different Lodges under this Jurisdiction & submitted to the Grand Lodge for their Approba- tion ; after the Reading of which by the Secretary & the subject Matter thereof, being variously debated & Considered in different points of View, the Most Worshipfid John Warren P. G. M. made the following Motion, which being Seconded, was put by the Most Worshipful as recorded. " Whether this Grand Lodge will immediately Summon, all the Lodges to a prompt Representation, & due Payment of their Quar- terages & Arrearages due." Which was Voted Unanimously And then upon Motion duly Made the Grand Lodge Came unanimously to the following Reso- lution. "That all the Lodges after having had seasonable Notice of the " above Requisition ifc not Complying therewith, as far as respects " the Payment of their Arrearages, shall be erased from the Books " of this'Grand Lodge." The Letter which the Committee had laid on the Table Previous to discussing the subject Matter of the Two foregoing Resolutions, having been Lost or Mislaid during the Course of Debate, The Lodge therefore proceeded to the Election of a Committee, for the Purposes of drafting a Circular Letter to the different Lodges & Brotliers Lowell, Jutau & Edwards being Reappointed, they drafted or Produced a Letter similar to the former, which after two several Readings & serious debate, was unanimously Voted, (together with a Copy of Account Inclos'd) to be forwarded to the following Lodges & the Time Marked against their Names to be allowed for Compliance With the requisition of this Grand Lodge. Massachusetts March Unity March. S' Peters Ditto Essex March. Berkshire March or June at Amity March. farthest. St Pauls March or June. Trinity March. Vermont Ditto. United States March. King Hiram Ditto. Warren March or June. Rising Sun Ditto. ■) Immediately to be North Star Ditto. P. Union y-wrilten to & report J in March. Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 331 Motioned, Seconded & Voted Unanimonsly that the Grand Secretary, immediately, Write to the Tyrian Lodge & demand Pay- ment of their dues, Previous to a Secession from this Grand Lodge. Upon Motion of the R Worshipful Josiah Bartlett, Voted Unani- mously, that the Quarterages in future.be reduced to Twelve Shillings per Quarter, & that the Grand Secretary be Directed to inform all the Lodges thereof in his Circular Letters . . . Voted Unanimously, that this Lodge will not Celebrate the Festi- val of S' John the Baptist. Voted Unanimously that the Quarterly Communications in future be held upon Friday Evenings, & it pleased the Most Wor- shipful to close the Grand Lodge till the next Quarterly Com- munication, to be holden on the First Friday in March 5786. Geo. Richards G. Sec^. Decbr S'" 5785 C"' Rising States Lodge pd Grand Treasurer 18 C' King Solomons Lodge pd Gid Secy 1 )> 16 C Wooster Lodge pd d° 18 NB. The Monies reed by Grand Secry paid to the Grand Treasurer in Lodge. [^sic"] £2 ,, 12 At a Meeting of the Massachusetts Grand Lodge held by Ad- journment for Quarterly Communication ; at the Hoirse of Brother Marstion the 1" Friday of March 1 786 A. L. 5786. Friday Evening, Present. Joseph Webb Esq"' G. Master. P. G. M. John Lowell Esq' D. G. M. John Jutau Esq' S. G. W. Coll" Tupper J. G. W. p temp Brother Edwards S. G. D" p tem Brother Porter J. G. D" p temp D' Scollay G. T' G Marshall Elias Parkman Esq' G. S"- B' John Boit G. S* G. S" Geo Richards G. S^- Nath Willys Esq' Brothers Newhall ") Calder j Zing Solomon's Lodge. Brother Brailsford Wooster Lodge. Brother Jones, Friendship Lodge. The Lodge being opened in due Masonick Form, the Lodges were called over, when the following were represented. Rising States Thomas Edwards Massachusetts William Scollay 332 Pkoceedings ix Masonry, Wavren Jolin Boit AVoostei- N. Biailsforci Kiug Solomon Newhall & CaKler Hampshire Elisha Porter FrieudsUip Israel Jones. After which the Secretary was desired to inform the Grand Lodge, whether he had received any official Communications from the Lodges, who had been written to respecting their arrearages, to which he answered in the Negative ; and the Lodge then unanimously Voted, that farther liberty be given to all the Lodges to Report in June, & that the Gi'aud Secretary inform the Lodges of the Cause of this suspension, of the Lodges not proceeding to Judge- ment upon delinquent Lodges ; that it has resulted from a due Consideration of the Inclemency of the Season &c ; & the im- practicability of Returns being made at tlie appointed time — also, it was unanimously Voted, that the Lodges be called upon for regular Returns of Officers Annually Elected. And then the Most Worshipful was pleased to close the Lodge till the first Friday in June. Reed of Hampshire Lodge 12/ Reed of King Solomon 12/ £1 „ 4 ,, OFdG. Treasurer G Richards. O. Secry. At a Meeting of the Massachusetts Grand Lodge, of Quarterly Communication, holden at the House of Brother Marstion Bunch of Grapes Boston, upon Friday Evening the 2* of June 1786 A L 578G. Present. M . W. Jos T\"ebb Esq' G Master R. ^Y. John Lowell D. G. Master R. W. John Wan en P. G. Master M M Hayes Esqr S. G. Warden John Jutau Esqr J. G. Warden D' Scollay G Treasurer G. Richards G Secretary Benj Homans S. G. Deacon D"^ Dexter J. G. Deacon Boit S. G. Steward E. Parlvman Esqr G. S. Bearer T. Edwards Esq' Brother Revere Bartlett, Calder Dunckerly, Nebon Rev J. Nichols Starkweather Brailsford Massachusetts Geand Lodge, 1769-92. 333 The Lodge being opened in due Masonick form by the Most Worshipful, assisted by his Wardens, The Lodges , under this Jurisdiction were called over by the Secretary & the following were represented. ■Rising States Warren St Patricks King Solomon Eising Sun Friendship Massachusetts Perfect Union Wooster Hampshire, North Star after which the following Lodges paid into the Hands of the Grand Treasurer the Sums marked below, Rising States £0 ,, 12/ King Solomon 12/ North Star (Manchester) .... £3 ,, 12/ p B' Nichols Massachusetts ,, 12/ p. B. Scollay Friendship 12/ & the Grand Secretary communicated to the Lodge that upon settlement of a/c with the Treasurer of Perfect Union Lodge he had received five pounds Eight Shillings in f uU of their Arrearages due the Grand Lodge. A Letter was then read from Warren Lodge, Voted that said Letter & account enclosed with it, be delivered to Brother Boit to act upon, in the Settlement of Certain Monies, which the Warren Lodge charge Brother J. Symmes with having Received, without duly accouniing for the Same. A Letter Received from the North Star Lodge, Read & ordered to be filed. Ditto Letter & Return from Friendship Lodge, Read and Ordered to be filed. The Grand Lodge then proceeded to Choice of Grand Officers for the year Ensuing. A Motion was made for the Constitutions to be read, which was Ncgativd & Voted to proceed by Ballot for the Choice of Griind Master. When the Numbers being Counted Most W : J. Webb was reElected Grand Master, who was pleased to Appoint the R. W. John Lowell D G Master. Senior Warden Voted for & M M Hayes Esq'' Elected who Excused himself & his Resignation was accepted. The Book of Constitutions being again called for, the Regulations were read respecting the Election of a Grand Master, & other officers. Motion made by Brother Revere, for the Adjournment of Grand Lodge, Seconded by Brother Jutau & Negatived. The Lodge then proceeded to the Choice of a New Senior Grd Warden. D' Josiah Bartlett Elected. & Thomas Edwards Esqr J. G. Warden. The Most Worshipful Nominated tlie following Brethren as Grand Officers who were also Chosen. 334 Proceedings in Masonry, D' ScoUay, G Richards Elias Parkman Esq Benj Homans D' Dexter Boit Norton Brailsford Benj' Frothingham Jones Grand Treasurer, G. Secietary Grand Marshall S. G. Deacon J. G. Deacon, S. G. Steward J. G. Steward Grand Sword Bearer, Grand Tyler. Motioned whether the Grand Lodge will Celebrate the Festival of St John the Baptist upon the 24* instant. Negatived. Motioned That the installation of the Grand Officers take place at Charlestown the 24"' instant at 3 oClo P. M. Passed in the Affirmative. After which the Most Worshipful declared the Grand Lodge Closed to the 24* instant, 3 oCIo P. M. then to meet at Warren Hall Charlestown. Rising States 12/ Geo. Richards G Secy. Wakren Hall, Charlestown, Saturday June 24"' 1786 A L 5786. 3 oClo. P. M. At a Meeting of the Massachusetts Grand Lodge, agreeable to a Vote of the 2'' instant for the purpose of Installing the Grand Officers Elected for the Year P^nsuing, Present. M. W. Joseph Webb Esqr E. W. John Lowell D^ J Bartlett T. Eilwards B. Homans N Brailsford William Scollay Broth I. Snow Elias Parkman Esq' E. Frothingham Jones Broth S' Medard Starkweather McElroy Winslow Calder Jutau Blodget Stone Hyslop Cushiiig P. Revere Willys Nebon Dunkerly Magner Porter G. Master D. G. Master S. G. Warden J. G. Warden S. G. Deacon J. G. Deacon Proxj- for B. Dexter. G. Treasurer, G. Secry Proxy for B. Richards. Grand Marshal. Grand Sword Bearer. Grand Tyler. Hunt Hays Jun' Williams Webber Moore Edwards Davenport. Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 335 The Lodge being opened in due Masonick Form, the Most Wor- shipful Grand Master Invested the following Officers with the Badges to them respectively belonging. John Lowell Esq"^ D"' Josiah Bartlett T Edwards Esq'' Benj Homans N. Brailsfoid William Scollay Isaac Snow Elias Parkman Esq' B. Frothingham D. G. Master S. G'. Warden J. G. Warden S. G. Deacon J. G. Dea. Proxy for B Dexter G. Treasurer G. Secy Proxy for B. Richards G Marshal G. Swd Bearer. Voted Tliat a Letter from Trinity Lodge be referred to a Com- mittee to make report at the Next quarterly Communication & that the Committee Consist of Brother Bartlett, Frothingham & Edwards. Voted That the Grand Lodge will accept the Resignation of the Perfect Union Cliarter & that the Request of Said Lodge respect- ing their Holding their Rank be referred to the Next Meeting of Grand Lodge. After which Tlie Most Wpfl was pleased to Close the Grand Lodge till the first Friday in September 1786 A. L. 5786. Aug 17'" 5786. Eecd of Montgomery Lodge at Salisbury in the State of Con- necticut £. 7 ,, 4 ,, 0. 6 Guineas 1/7 At a Meeting of the Massachusetts Grand Lodge for Quarterly Communication holden at the House of M" Maistion, State Street, Boston, on the Evening of the first Friday in Septtr, Anno Luminis 5786. Present. Most Worshipful G Master. D^ G. Master. S. Warden, J. Warden p Temp. S. J. Deacon per Proxy forB. Homans J. G. Deacon G. Secr^' G. Ti-easurer G. Sw'^ Bearer G. Marshall. S. G. Steward. J. G. Steward. G. Tyler Joseph Webb Esq' Dr. J. Bartlett Brother Calder, Gabriel Helme Geo Richards Elias Parkraan Esq' Norton Brallsford Brother Boit John Jones Wpful Paul Revere Esquire E. W. Brother Calder Brother Newhall King Solomon's Lodge. 336 PROCEEDraGS IN Masonry, The Lodge being opened in due Masonick form, the Lodges were Ordered to-be called over & the following were Represented. Eising States, St. Patrick, King Solomou. After which the Letters upon the Table were read in the order Anuexed. a Letter from T\'arren Lodge, August 5* with Return. Ditto from Vermont Lodge. ditto from Montgomery Lodge with Letter from Brother Patter- son inclosing the same. ditto from Grand Lodge at New York. ditto from John Marston Jun' also Return Read from King Solomon's Lodge. R AVpful Brother Bartlett read the draft of a Letter which he had Prepared to send the Trinity Lodge agieable to a Vote of the last Lodge Night, which having been debated, was passed, together with an abatement of all their dues, owing to the Grand Lodge until tlie 1" day of June 17>io ; & a Copy of said Letter & abate- ment of accompt was ordered to be forwarded to the Trinity Lodge by the Grand .Secretary. Upon Motion of the Rt Worshipful Brother Bartlett seconded by the R. AVorbhipful Brother Revere, Voted, That a Committee be ap|)ointed to draft a book of Constitutions for the Massachu- setts Grand Lodue, that said Committee Consist of Five & that they report as soon as may be. Committee Nominated & Appointed. Brothers Webb, Warren, Bartlett, Revere, Dexter. Upon Motion made resficcting, the Members of the Lodge late called the Perfect LTnion, having assembled since the delivering of their Charter to this Lodge, & holding themselves as a Regular Body of Masons, & it appearing that the Authority by which tliey pretend to exercise Such Power, was founded, upon their having by some Mode or other, reobtained their former Charter, without a Vote of this Grand Lodge therefor; all wliich being Considered, the Grand Lodge came to the .following resolution ; That whereas a Representation has been made to this Grand Lodge, that the Charter of Perfect Union Lodge which was given up to this Grand Lodge, at their last meeting as appears by the Grand Lodge Books, has been returned without the Consent of this Grand Lodge, We are therefore of Opinion, that the giving back of that Charter, was illegal & unconstitutional. Voted, That the Consideration of the Perfect Union Lodges holding their Rank be deferred to the next quarterly Communica- tion, & tliat the Grand Secretary serve the Perfect Union Lodge with a Copy of the above Votes. Upon Motion with respect to the delinquency of several Lodges, It was unanimously Voted That whereas several of the Lodges, holding under this Jurisdiction, have not assembled regularly as they ought to Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 337 have done, neither held themselves responsible to Grand Lodge by Proxy, nor paid their Arrearages, all which being contrary to the Letter of their Instructions at the time of Creation, & highly derogatory to the good of the Craft, & the dignity of this Grand Lodge, therefore to remedy such malconduct in future, and support the honour of the Masonick institution, it is Resolved That the Grand Master liave full power to Comission any Member of the Grand Lodge, with all the authority of a Deputy Grand Master, for the express purpose of summoning & assembling all such delinquent Lodges as soon as may be, demanding of them the Causes of their respective delinquencies, in all the above Points and to report the same to this Grand Lodge ; or in Case of their refusal, to regularly assemble, hold themselves represented by Proxy, & pay their dues, that then the said Deputy Grand Master shall demand their Charters, & in due form dissolve said Lodges, who shall thereupon be Erased from the Records of the Grand Lodge. It then Pleased the most Worshipful to close, the Grand Lodge, to the first Fridaj' of December, 5786 Unless sooner Convened by especial Summons. Copy of Ve D"- & C Trinity Lodge. June 1. 178.5 Trinity Lodge to Sunday Quarteridges £12 ,, 12. Dechr 1. 1785 Do • to 2 Quarteiidges 1 ,, 16. June 1. 1786 Do to 2 Quarteritlges 1 ,, 4. £15 ,, 12. Supra C By Cash £7 ,,4 ,, By abatement per desire of Trinitj- Lodge, in consequence of some misun- derstandings respect^ Jurisdiction £8 ,, 8 ,, Jo ,, 12 ., N. B. Reed of Fiiendship Lodge for Chnrter 2 Guineas 2 ,, 16 G S^ paid the same to Coll" Marston p Ordr of Treasurer 2 ,, 16 Reed of P Union Lodge in full of their dues to Decbr 1. 1785 £5 „ 8 ,, Grand Treasurer paid G Sec^ on V^ of his Salary £5 ,, 8 ,, A true Record Geo.'. Richards G Sec"^. At a Meeting of the iSlassachusetts Grand Lodge, assembled by especial summons, Friday the 3'' November 5786. Present. M W. Joseph Webb Esq-- G. M. R. W. John Warren P. G. M. R. W. J. Bartlett S. G. W. R. W. Thorn Edwards Esq' J. G. W. 338 Peoceedings in Masonkt, Benjamin Homans Esq' S. G. D. 'b' Aaron Dexter J. G. D. Geo Richards G" S^ Elias Parkman Esq' G. M" B Frotliingham Esq' G. S. B. N. Brailsford, G. Stew* R. W John Jntaii Calder, R. W Israel Jones Gabriel Helme, R. W Paul Revere, Newell. Grand Lodge being opened in due Masonick Form, the Lodges were called over by the G. Secretary & Rising States, St Patrick, Wooster, King Solomon & Friendship were represented. The Committee who had been appointed to Draft a book of Con- stitutions were called upon to report, & reported accordingly. After which upon Motion of the R \V T Edwards to refer the final acting upon, & Consideration of this book of Constitutions, to a future Lodge, it was unanimously Voted That a New Committee be ap- pointed to Revise the report of the present Committee & point out any Alterations which shall have been Made, differing from the former established Regalations, all such Paragraphs to be minuted for the consideration of a future Lodge, & the present Committee not only to report generally upon the book of Constitutions but also particularly, in aU Points which varj' from former Laws & usage : Committee Nominated & Appointed fjutau f Scollay C I Edwards J Parkman J t t ] Morton j Homans ] ^- ''°°®^ I, Lowell (^ Brailsford [ who are to report at the Quarterly Communication P' Friday Decbr. 5786. Voted that the former Committee (Vizt) Brothers Webb, War- ren, Bartlett, Revere, Dexter, inform themselves of the Erection of a Lodge at Danbury by the Name of Union, & also of another at Salisbury by the Name of Montgomery whose time of Creation & Record of Charter is not to be found in the G. Lodge Books. & that this Committee report at said time of quarterly Communica- tion. Voted That the Grand Secretary Notify all the Lodges in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, to attend by Proxy orotherwaies at next Quarterly Communication. It then pleased the Most Worshipful to Close the Grand Lodge, till the first Friday in December. A true Record Geo Richards.-. G. Sec'y. Masachusetts Grand Lodge, Friday Decbr 1, 5786. Assembled for Quarterly Communication at the Bunch of Giapes State Street Boston. Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 339 Present. The Most Worshipful J Webb " G. M. .... D. G. M. T. Edwards S. G. W. J. Bartlett J. G. W. B Homans IS. G. D. Cakler J. G. D. p temp D' ScoUay G. Trs' G. Richards G Sees' .... G. M L. .... G. S B' N Brailsford S. G. S"* J. Boit J G. S,*^ .... P. G. M"^ R Wfl. John Jutau P. G. W. R. \ W Paul Revere, Calder, Newell, Hawes J.' Warden Proxy for b' Patricks. Gland Lodge being opened in due Masonick Form, & the Lodges called over by the Secretary the following Lodges were repre- sented, Viz' Rising States, S' Patrick, Wooster, King Solomon. Brother Homans offered a Deputation to the Grand Lodge in favour of Brother William Hawes appointing him as Junior Grand Warden per Proxy for St Patricks Lodge, who was received & took his place. Upon Motion with respect to the Perfect Union Lodge holding their Rank, Voted that the final Consideration of said Lodg_es holding their Rank be deferred till such time as they shall or may apply for their Charters, being renewed. The Committee appointed to Report upon the subject of the book of Constitutions as per Record of the Last Lodge Night pre- ferred a Report which was ordered to be filed ; & the Lodge, Voted that agreable to the Spirit of the present Constitutions, the Subject matter of the proposed Regulations, book of Constitu- tions &c, be referred to a future quarterly Communication. Final information, respecting the Lodges mentioned, as having been created by the Names of Union & Montgomery was referred over to the next quarterly Communication. Motioned & Voted, That the Grand Master draft such Letter to the delinquent Lodges as shall in his opinion be the most efHca- cious, to obtain a payment of their dues or a Return of their Charters. Motioned That the Grand Treasurer settle accompts with the Massachusetts Lodge, Voted accordingl3'. Motioned & Voted that the Secretary write to Brother Boit for the Papers relative to Warren Lodge vrs Brother Symmes & re- ceive his Report in what manner he has acted upon the Same. 340 Proceedings in INIasonrt, Concluded unanimously that the Festival of 8' John is not to be celebrated. It then pleased the mosl "Worshipful to Close the Grand Lodge to the first Friday in March unless sooner convened by especial Summons. A true Record Geo Eichakds G Scc^. At a Meeting of the Massachusetts Grand Lodge held for quarterly Communications at the Bunch of Grapes M;ite btieet Boston March 2^ o75*7 Friday Even's. Present M. w, G. M. John Lovrell Esq R. w. , D. G. M. Josiah Bartlett ' S. G. W. T. Edwards J. G. W. X Biailsford s. G. D. Brother Jones J. G. D. W"" Scollay G. T. Isaac Suow G. 8-'' p Tempore. G. Mi irshall 8. G. 8'' J G. 8-^ P. G. :nl B. Frothin^ham G. 8. B' Ciilder ] Me well >- Brothers 8tarkweather J Paul Revere Esq' P. G. W. The Grand Lodge being opened in due Masonick Form, & the Lodges called over by the 8ec' the following Lodges were repre- sented, Rising 8tates, King Solomon, Woostcr, Massachusetts, Friend- ship. A Letter was received & read from John Cutler 8. G. "W and from Unity Lodge. Motioned & Voted that the Grand Treasurer & D. G. ^Master be a Committee to settle with Brother Xath Willis for printing. Motioned thftt a Committee be appointed to confer with the other Grand Lodge in order if possible to obtain a Union among Masons, respecting the choice of a Grand Master. Voted accordingly and B John Warren Paul Revere Josiah Bartlett [Thomas] Edwards [VV'"3 Scollay were appointed and ordered to Report at the adjournment. After which the Lodge was adjourned to 1" friday in April and the Sec- Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 341 retary is directed to issue Summons, to every Member requesting their attendance, & mentioning the business to be acted upon, respecting the book of Constitutions & the Union of the Lodges. A true Record from the Minutes of Brother Isaac Snow G Secy p Tempore. Exam* p Me Geo Richards G Sec''. C Rising States 12/ At a Meeting of the Massachusetts Grand Lodge held by especial summons At the bunch of Grapes State ^treet Boston April 6 5787 Friday Evening. Present. R. W. G. Master J. Lowell Esq' R. W. Deputy Grand Master D' Bartlett S. G. Warden T. Edwards J G Warden ' S. G. Deacon J. G. Dencon D' ScoUay G. Treasurer G Richards G Secretary E. Parkman G. Marshall B Frothingham G. S. Bearer S. G. Steward N. Brailsford J. G. Steward J. Warren P. G. Master P. Revere Esqr P. G. Warden. B. I. Snow W" Hawes J. Dunkerly — Calder. The Grand Lodge being opened in due Masonick form, & the Lodges called over by the Sec'' when Ihe following were represented. Rising States, S' Patrick, Wooster, King Solomon & Massachu- setts. a Return from Trinity Lodge Lancaster dated Jany 3* 5787 was read, also a Letter from said Lodge, which after being read & duly Considered was ordered to be filed & answer made thereto by the following Committee, Brothers Warien, Lowell & Bartlett. The Committee appointed to report, concerning the book of Con- stitutions did not prefer the same, as their Chairman was absent upon business. Upon motion, to perfect a plan of union between the 2 Grand Lodges, as no official accounts were received from said Lodges, This Grand Lodge came to the following resolution, That a New Committee consisting of Seven be appointed to act in eon- junction with the other Committee who were to form a. plan of Union between the 2 Grand Lodges, & that said Committee write to the several Lodges liolding under this Jurisdiction to obtain their Sentiments upon the subject either by Proxy or otherwaies & to report at the next Quarterly Communication. 342 Proceedings in Maso>tjt, Committee Nominated & Appointed, Lowell, Edwards, Bartlett, Dexter, Seollay. Hayes, Whipple. After which it pleased the Deputy Grand Master to Close the Grand Lodge till the first Friday in June. A true Eecord Geo. Richards G. Sec''.*. At a Meeting of the Grand Lodge Convened by especial Sum- mons Friday Evening April 27"" 5787. Present. E. W. John Lowell D. G. M. Bartlett Calder Revere Brailsford Homans Richards Hawes Dexter Dunkerly Jutau Edwards Snow ScoUav Park man. The R. TT. D. G. Master having informed the Lodge, that it had pleased the Supreme Architect to call from this transitory Life, the Most Worshipful Joseph Webb Esqr late Grand Master of Ancient Masons, in consequence of which Communication, the Grand Lodge came to the following Resolutions. That Brother Bartlett be desired to draft an Advertisement proper for the occasion. That Brothers Revere, ScoUay & Dexter be a Committee to regulate the funeral procession. That Brother Dexter be desired to write a Billet to Grand Modern Lodge & S' Andrews requesting their attendance. That Brother Dunkerly be appointed Assistant Grand Marshall. & That the Committee be fully empowered to take all such measures as to them may appear Necessary, for the due Conduct- ing of the funeral, in such honourable manner & decent Solemnity as is agreable to the Established Customs of Ancient Masons. A true Record Geo. Richards G Seer-''. At a meeting of Massachusetts Grand Lodge at the Bunch of Grapes, Boston on Friday Evening the 1" June 5787. Present. E' Worshipf John LoweU Esq' D. G. 'SI. B' Bartlett S. G. W. Edwards J. G. W. Homans S. G. D. Brailsford J. G. D. Dunkerly G. Secry P. Tern. Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 343 Bro Jutau, [Bro] Newell [Bro] Newell Revere Parkman Wilting Helme Suow Dexter Harris Kelder Boit. The Lodge being open'd in due form the following Lodges were Represented — Viz'. Rising States, Trinity, King Solomons, Woos- ter & S' Patricks. A Billet of thanks from M" Webb to the Grand Lodge & other Lodges, that gave their attendance at the funeral of her late Husband, was read & ordered to be filed. A Letter & Petition from Trinity Lodge was read Praying that their Stated Time of meeting might be altered, thereupon Voted, That the Prayer of the Petition be granted. The Lodge then proceeded to the choise of Grand Oflficers, for the Year ensuing, when the follow^ were chose The most worshipful .John Warren Esq' G; M. B' Timothy Whiting S. G. W. " Thomas Edwards J. G. W. " Aaron Dexter G. Trea' " Gabriel Helme G. Seery " Joseph Dunekerly G. Marshal " Benj" Homans S. G. D. " Norton Brailsford J. G. D. " John Boit G. Steward " William Hawes G. D. " Benj Frothingham G. S. B. Voted That Brothers Revere, Edwards & Bartlett be a Coinittee to settle with the former Treasurer. Voted That the Installment of the Grand oflaeers be on the 24* Inst' at Charleston. Voted That Brothers Kilder, Hawes & Brailsford be a Committee to form the manner of Installment. Rec'' of Trinity Lodge in full to this time — 48/ G' Helme G" Secr'y. At a meeting of Massachusetts Grand Lodge held by adjourn- ment, in Charleston on Friday 24"" June 5787. Present. John Lowell Esq. D. G. M. Josiah Bartlett S. G. W. Wiir Calder J. G. W. Gabriel Helme G. Secry Benj" Homans S. G. D. Norton Brailsford J. G. D. Bro' John Warren Bro' Snow W" Hawes Paul Revere Jos. Dunkerly Jn° Jutau., Simon Elliott J' 344 Proceedings in Masonry, Elias Parkman, Peter R. Dutton, Donnett, Bell, Riimriel, Eaton, Borie, Edmonds, Goodwin, Atkins, Tassy, Morell, Howe, Stoddard, & Hunt. Voted, Tliat the Grand Officers elect, be installed. The D. G. Master, installed John Warren Esq. & declared him Grand Master of Ancient Masons for this Commonwealth. The G** Officers elect was installed by the G'* Master in the usual manner. The Grand Master appointed John Lowell Esq. to be his Deputy, & invested him with the Badge of Office. Brother Frothingham having declined the Office of Grand Sword Bearer, Brother Simon Elliott Jun. was cliosen, & installed. Brother Jones was chosen & invested with the Badge of a Grand Tyler. The Grand Master closed theLodge, untill Friday the Sixth [of] July next. G' Helme G'* Secr'y. At a Meeting [of] Massachusetts Grand Lodge, at the Bunch of Grapes, Boston Friday Sep' 7. 5787 in Ample Form. Present. M : Worshipful! John Warren G: M. John Lowell D. G. M. T. Whiting S. G. W. Gabriel Helme G. S. Norton Brailsford S. G. D. Simon Elliott J'' G. S. B. J. Dunkerly, G. M. W" Hawes G. Stew* Lodges Represented. Rising States, Trinitj-, S' Patrick, Wooster. A Letter from S' Patrick Lodge was Read & Order'd to be filed. A Letter from B : T : Edwards was Read, in which he Begs to be Excused as J. G. W. Voted That B : T : Edwards be Excused from Serving as J. G.W. A Letter from J. B. Smith D. G. Master Pennsylvania Lodge, Requesting information (if any could he given) of a Warrant granted to the Officers of the 17"" Brittish Regiment of Foot sup- posed to be lost within the United States. Voted, That Brother Whiting & Dunkerly State such facts, as they are possesed of & deliver the Snme to the Grand Master. A Return from the Hampshire Lodge, of their choice of Officers for Year ensuing was Read — Also a Vote of Said Lodge, tliat the Names of Daniel Shays, Luke Day, and Elijah Day, who are Members of that Lodge, to be transmitted to the G'^ Lodge, to be recorded with Infamy in consequence of their Conduct in the late Rebellion. Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 345 Voted That the G. S. write to the Respective Lodges under this Jurisdiction informing them of the Vote. The G. Secre'' (Bro'' Helme) informed the Grand Lodge that he intended leaving America in a few days. Voted. That the G. Lodge proceed to the choice of a G. Secre''. Bro' Jn° Jackson was Unanimously chosen G. Sec^. Upon motion of B"' Revere, That the G : Lodge give Bro' Helme (past G : S :) a Letter of Recommendation. Voted, That Such a Letter be given Bro : Helme. Upon Motion of Bro' Revere, That a Committee be chosen to Assist the G : S : in Collecting the Dues & devising means to obtain a better Representation in Grand Lodge. Voted That a Committee of three be chosen. Bro* Revere, Eliott, & Boit were accordingl}' chosen for that purpose. The Grand Master was then pleased to close the Grand Lodge, till first Fridaj' in Dec' next, unless Sooner Convened on Special Occasion. Jn° Jackson G : Secre^. Massachusetts Grand Lodge, Assembled in Ample Form and on Special Occasion at the Bunch of Grapes Tuesday Evening Sep' IS^^ 5787. Present. M. W. John Warren G : Master. John Jutau S : G : W : Pio Tem. Benj" Homans J : G : W D° Norton Brailsford S. G. D. D° W"" Hawes J : G : D. D° Jn° Jackson G. Sec^ Grand Lodge being Opened with the Usual Solemnity. A Petition presented by W™ Little, Signed W"" Judd and others, ac- companied by a Recommendation of a Regular Lodge Signed by the Master, Wardens & Sec^ was Read, Praying to be CoustitntPd a Regular Lodge by the Name of Columbia, and to be Vested with Powers and Authorities usually granted in Charters of Dispensa- tion. The same being debated arid fully Considered — Voted that a Charter of Dispensation be granted — leaving the Name of said Lodge blank. The Name of Columbia having been already granted to a former Lodge. Also Voted, that "the Master and Wardens for the time being" as expi-essed in the Charters be dealed, [stricken out] and the Words, " On penalty of forfeiture of this Charter " be inserted. It then pleased the Grand Master to Close this Grand Lodge till the first Friday in Dec' unless sooner Convened on Special Occasion. Jn° Jackson G : Sec^. NB : The Charter being Completed and dehvered to M' W" Little. The blank was filled up with Frederick Lodge N° 26. 346 Pboceedings in Masonry, Cash ReC* of M' Little four Pounds four Shillings for said Charter and paid as follows £ 4 ,, 4 ,, — p* G Treasurer Biother Dexter 1 ,, 18 ,, — d° for Printing Summons's ,, 18 ,, — d" for Sec'' fees 14/ d" for writing the Same 8/. . 1 ,, 2 „ — d° for Tiler fee „ 6 — NB Vila's Bill p^ I £4 „ 4 ,, — by Bro : Little j Jn" Jackson G. Sec^. Massachusetts Grand Lodge Assembled in Ample form, for Quarterly Communication, Friday Evening Dec' 7, 5787 at the Bunch of Grapes. Present. M: W; ; John Warren G : Master. R: W: ; John Lowell D : G : Master. Dr : Josiah Bartlett S: G : W : Pro Tern. W" Calder J: G : W. D" Aaron Dexter S: G : D : D" Norton Brailsford J: G:D. Jn° Jackson G :Sec^ Jn° Jutau P: M. Grand Lodge being Opened in Masonick Order, And the Re- spective Lodges being called over by the Sec'' the following Lodges were Represented, Viz. Rising Sun, Hampshire, United States, Wooster, King Solomon. Upon Motion, Voted That Bro"' Dexter G : T : be Requested as Speedy- as Possible to Settle the Ace" between the late Massachusetts Lodge and the Massachusetts G : Lodge, And Also to Settle the Ace' of Bro' Doct : Whipple. Upon Motion : Voted, That the Sees' (.^w upon the Committee Appointed to Settle the Ace'' of the late G : "Treasurer, and desire them to pro- ceed upon (if not already done)- the Business of their Commission, and Report at the Next quarterly Communication. It was then the M : W: Grand Masters direction that this G : Lodge be now Closed untill the first Friday in March, unless sooner convened by Special Summons. Jn" Jackson G : Sec''. Vila's Bill not paid. N.B. A Petition Signed Peter Smink & others was Read, and Ordered to be filed. At a Meeting of Massachusetts Grand Lodge, held in Ample Form & on Special Occasion, at the Bunch of Grapes, Friday Evening Feb' 22 5788. Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 347 Present. Most Worshipful! John Warren Esq' G : M. Right Worshipfull .Tohn Lowell Esq. D : G : M. Paul Revere Esq : S : G : W : Pro Tem. Jn° Jutau Esq : J : G : W. D" William Hawes | g :Stewarcls. Jn" Bolt j Benj" Homans, Norton Brailsford. On Petition from Brother Moore' and others, Members of Ver- mont Lodge N° 17. Voted, That, that Part of the Pra.yer of said Petition, which Re- quests an Alteration in their Chartef, could not consistently with Propriety be granted. Voted, That the Petition for a New Charter for a Lodge to be held, in the Town of Charlestown in the State of New Hamp- shire be Granted, and said Charter is Granted accordingly. Voted, That the Grand Lodge so far Comply with that Part of the Petition, requesting this Grand Lodge to legalize their proceed- ings in the Town of Charlestown (in which place it appears the said Lodge has. Contrary to the Letter of the Charter, which was given for holding in Springfield, State of Vermont, ever since the Erection thereof Assembled) As to acknowledge and Receive such Masons, as have been made by them, to be free & Accepted Masons. The Grand Lodge was then Closed, untill the first Friday in March. Jn'* Jackson G : Sec^. paid Vila's Bill 14/ Rec* the Amount of ( „ „ ^„. D" G : Tiler 6/ Moore's note of hand ( * ^ " ^O' Rec'^ Moore's note of Hand G : Treas"' paid G. See^ on Acct : fot Charter £ 2 „ 16/ his Salary £ 2 ,, 16/ At a Meeting of JMassachusetts Grand Lodge, in Ample, form at the Bunch of Grapes, Friday Evening March 7* 5788. Present. [M: I : W : Jn" Warren Esq : G:M. Bro" Tim" Whiting jun' S : G : W. Josiah Bartlett J. G. W. Pro Temp Benj" Homans S: G: D. D° Norton Brailsford J : G : D. Aaron Dexter G:T: Jn° Jackson G:S: Jn° Boit G : Stew'i Paul Revere Thomas Edwards Michael Newhall Benj" Frothingham Jn° Jutau W™ Scollav. Grand Lodge being Opened and the Respective Lodges called over by the Sec'' the following were Represented, — Massachusetts, 348 Proceedings in Masonry, United Stntes, Wooster, Rising States, King Solomon, Trinity and S' Patricks. Voted, That the G : Ti-easnrcr pay Bro : WilliSifor Printing Pam- phlets & Summonses Agreable to his Aceo* exhibited £ 4 ,, 16. Voted. Thnt, A Committee of three be raised to consider the Letter. Memorial, and Protest of Lodge N" 40, City of Charles- town 8° Carolina on the Registry of Pensylvania to the Grand Lodge of that Commonwealth & Report at the next quarterly Com- munication, Bro" p]d wards, Bartlett and Boit were Unanimously chosen for that Purpose. A Petition of Geo. Shinetts & others, with the Letter presented last quarterly Communicatisn is Unanimously ordered to be dis- mised, in Consequence of Coming from Persons not Known to be Masons. Voted, Tliat A Committee of five be raised (Bro" Revere, Dex- ter, Bartlett, Edwards & Jackson were chosen) to consider the present State of the G'^ Lodge, that they be strictly enjoined with- out delay to report to the Grand Master such Lodges as in their Opinion have been delinquent. That the Grand Master be Re- quested to inform the Officers of such Lodges, that unless they are lepresented at the nest quarterly Communication in June, and Sufficient Reasons are given. Why their Dues have not been paid, And AVhy they have not been Represented, their Lodges will be Erased from the Grand Lodge Books, and they no longer Con- sidered as Regular Societies of Free & Accepted Masons, under this Jurisdiction. Voted, That the Grand INfaster be desired to inclose this Vote to such Lodge as may be Written to on the Subject. N.B. Received of Trinity Lodge in full") for their Quarterages 36/ and paid the >- Jn° Jackson G^ Sec^. G'' Treasurer \ Grand Lodge was then Closed untill the 1'* Friday in ' June -unless called together by Special Summons. Return of Officers for Trinit}' Lodge filed. Massachusetts Grand Lodge Assembled in Ample Form, Friday Even^ 6* June 5788 at the bunch of Grapes. Present. M : W: John Warren Esq'' G: M. R: W: John Lowell Esq' D: G: M. Timothy Whiting jun. Esq. S: G: W. Thomas Edwards Esq : J: G: W. Fro Temp Paul Revere Esq' : S: G. D d° Newton Brailsford, J: G:D. Aaron Dexter G: Treas"- Jn" Jackson G: Sec'' William Hawes G: Stew* Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 349 William SeoUay, Samuel Swan, John Jutau, Brig : Gen' : Elisha Porter, Isaac Snow, Benj" Frothingham, William Little, William Calder, Josiah Bartlett, Michael Newhall. Grand Lodge being Opened agreably to the Direction of the Most WorshipfuU, antl the Lodges being Called Over by the Sec^ the following were Represented, Rising^ States, Massachusetts, Trinity, S' Patrick, Wooster, King Solomon, Hampshire, Fred- erick. A Petition of Stephen Keyes of North Star Lodge was Read, and Referred to the next quarterly Communication. A Letter from Eldad Lewis was Read, and Referred to the next Communication. On motion. Voted unanimously. That Essex, Amity, United States, Unity, S' Peters, and Tyiian Lodges be Erased from the Grand Lodge Books agreably to the Resolution of the last quarterly Communication . . . Voted Unam>', That there be a Committee of three (Brothers Edwards, Dexter & ScoUay were chosen) to write to the several Lodges and inform them, that tliey are accordingly Erased from the Grand Lodge books. Voted Unan^, That the further Consideration of the delinquent Lodges be Referred to the next Meeting of the Grand Lodge. Grand Lodge proceeded to the Choice of Grand Officers for the ensuing Year, When the following were chosen, M : W : John Warren Esq: G: M who declined acceptiug the choice. Where- upon the M: W: M: M: Hays Esq: was Unanimously ' chosen G : M. and being informed of the choice by a Respectable Committee he testified his Acceptance of the Same. Doct Josiah Bartlett S : G : W. Brig : Gen' Elisha Porter J : G : W. Doct : Aaron Dexter G : Treas' John Jackson G : Sec^ William Calder S : G : D. Norton Brailsford J : G : D. William Hawes ) r^ t Oi i John Boit . I ^'■'^^^^ Stewards. Benj" Frothingham G : Sw'' Bea. Josiah Waters, G : Marshall. On Motion, Voted Unau^, That the Thanks of this G : Lodge be presented to the M : WorshipfuU John Warren, Esq' G : M. for his FaithfuU and Unremitted Services Render'd the Grand Lodge. A Vote of Thanks was also presented to Timoth}- Whiting jun"' Esq' S : G : W : Tuesday the 24 Instant was by Unanimous Consent appointed for the installation of the Grand Officers for the ensuing year at Bunch of Grapes, 6 o Clock P : M. 350 Proceedings in Masonry, Return of OSScers for King ^ Received of Bro"^ Edwards Solomon's Lodge tiled [■ Proxy for Rising States D° >'orth Star, ])" ) 20/ and paid ihe G : Treas'. .Tn° Jackson G : S.^ Massachusetts Grand Lodge Assembled in Ample Form, July 24"" 5788 at Cliarlestown for Installation of Grand Officers for the Year Knsuing. Present. Most W : John Warren Esq'' Right yV : William Scollay Esq^ ) ^^ . -rvr^Hpns Right W. Josiah Bartlett Esq' | ^ • " aruens. Aaron Dexter Esq' Doct : Whipple Paul Revere P^sq' Grand Lodge being opened in MasonicK Order, the following Lodges were Represented, Rising States, Massachusetts, Warren, S' Patrick, King Solo- mon, Rising Sun. • On Motion, Voted, to reconsider the Vote of the last Grand Lodge for the Installation of G* OtBcers at the Bunch of Grapes & to proceed on that Business at this place. Whereupon the following Grand Officers Elect, were Installed and Invested with their Re- spective Badges of Office in Ample Form. (proxy) Most W : M : M : Hayes Esq' G'* Master. Right W : Josiah Bartlett Esq' S: G: W. AVilliam Scollay Esq' J: G: W. (F John S. Tyler Esq' (proxy) G iSec^ Doct : Aaron Dexter G. Treas' W" Calder Esq' S: G: D. Norton Brailsford Esq' J: G: D. Josiah Waters Esq' G: : Marshall. John Boit ] p W" Hawes j ^'^'^ G: : Stewards. Benj" Frothingham G: ; S : Bearer, Jones G : Tiler. The Most Worshipf uU Grand Master then declared his Will and Pleasure, that Perez Morton Esq' be Deputy G"* Master the Year ensuiug. It then pleased the M ; Worshipfull to close the G* Lodge, till the first Friday in Sep'. Jn" Jackson G : Sec^. Massachusetts Grand Lodge Assembled in Ample Form, Friday Even« Sep' 5, 5788 at the Bunch of Grapes. Present. M : W : M : M : Hays G : M. R : W : Paul Revere S : G : W : (Pro Temp') Massachdsetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 351 R; W: William Scollay, J : G : W (Pro Temp--) William Calder S: G:D. Norton Brailsford J: G:D. Doct : Aaron Dexter G: T. Jn° Jackson G : See William Hawes G : Stew* Benj" Frothingham G:S:B. Isaac Snow, Sam' Bradford, William Little, Benj" Homans. Jon" Freeman • Grand Lodge being opened in due form & the Lodges Called over by the Sec'' the following were Represented. Rising States by Brf Revere, Massachusetts by Br° Scollay, S' Patricks by Br° Hawes, AVooster by Br° Brailsford, King Solomon by Br° Snow, Frederick by Br" Little. On Motion, Voted, that a Committee of three be appointed with full power to adjust, commute and finally Settle Accounts with the several Lodges under this jurisdiction. Bro" Revere, Dexter & Bradford were accordingly chosen. Voted, that a Committee of one be appointed to inspect the G : Lodge chest & See the same put in Order. Bro' Homans was chosen for that Purpose. Voted, that a Committee of three be appointed (Bro" Revere, Bradford & Freeman were chosen) to write to some Brother, who is, or hath been an Officer in auy of the Several Lodges, which were lately struck out of the G : L : Books, requesting them to use their influence that the Charter of their Lodge be returned before the next quarterly Communication, and to let them know — that if their Request is not Complied with, the Grand I^odge will write to the G: Lodges in the thirteen States, acquainting them with their doings & transmit the names of all their Members. Voted, that a Committee of three be raised (Bro' Little, Scollay and Snow were chosen) to examine the Ace*' of the Secre^ & Treas- urer & Report at the next quarterly Communication. Return of Officers for Massachusetts & King Solomons Lodges filed. On Motion, Voted, that the Resolve appointing a Committee to write, to the Several Lodges under this jurisdiction be recon- sidered, & that the Same Committee be appointed to write to all the Lodges, acquainting them with the proceedings of the G : Lodge, in Erasing from their Books, the names of delinquent Lodges. The Business being finished, the G : Lodge Closed in perfect Harmony, till the first Friday in Dec : unless convened on Emer- gency. M M Hays G* Master. Paul Revere G. W. pro tem. W. Scollay G. W. pro tem. Norton Brailsford J. D. Jn° Jackson G; : Sec'' G. M. Pro. Tem : P. U. G. M. S. G. W. Pro. Tem. J. G. W. d° G. T. G. S. Pro. tem. S. G. D. J. G. D Pro. Tem. G. S d" 352 Proceedings in Masonry, "Will"" Calfler, William Hawes, Benj' Frothingham, Isaac Snow, Sam' Bradford, M'"' Little. Jon' Freeman jun"^ [This record bears the Autograph Signatures of the Brethren above named.] Massachusetts Graud Lodge, Assembled in Ample Form, (being quarterly Communication) Friday Eveu^ Decern' 5, 578S. Present. R. W. Josiah Bartlett R. W. John Lowell R. W. Elisha Porter R. W. Will™ Scollay Aaron Dexter Samuel Bradford William Calder William Little Samuel Cabot AVilliam Hawes G. S. R. W. Isaac .Snow Samuel W. Hunt Benj. Homans. Grand Lodge lieing opened in due form, & the Lodges call'd over, the following were represented, JMassacliusetts, Bro. Scolla3', Hampsliire Bro. Poiter, Warren Bro. Hunt, S' Patrick B. Homans, King Solomon Bro Snow, Frederick Bro. Little, Rising Sun Bro. Dexter. A Certificate from R. W. E. Porter, Master of Hampshire Lodge, appointing Bro. S. Hunt, the Proxy of s"* Lodge was filed. Voted, " that the several Committees appointed at the last Com- munication be enjoined immediately to comply with the Objects of their Commission & to report at the Adjournment." The Committee for Commuting & finally settling Acc'° with the delinquent Lodges, reported, that they had settled with Friendship Lodge to June 1788. for the Sum of £4.4. — & that they had settled with Massa. Lodge for the sum of £9 . 3 . 9 (lo Sep' 5788). The above reports were accepted by the Grand Lodge. Voted, that the Committee appointed Nov' 3, 1786, to consider the proposed Book of Constitutions & Regulations for the Grand Lodge be enjoined to report, & return the Papers in their Posses- sion at the Adjournment. Voted, that the Grand Lodge be adjourned to the first Friday in January, & the Grand Secretary is directed to issue Summons's accordingly. Josiah Bartlett as Gd Master. E Porter S. W. Pro. tem : W Scollay J. W. P. Tem. Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 353 Will™ Calder S. D. William Little J. D. A. Dexter G. T. Will" Hawes G. S. Sam' Bradford G. S. P. T. 8am Cabot G. S. P. T. Isaac Snow, Sam" W. Hunt. John Lowell, Benj" Homans. [This record bears the Autograph Signatures of the Brethren above named.] P: D; :G: M. S: G; ; W. J: Gi ; W :P; ;T. G: T. G: S. W : Fred : Lodsje, Proxy Warren Lodge Massachusetts. Grand Lodge, Assembled on Special Occasion at the Bunch of Grapes, Friday Even^ Dec' 18, 5788. Present. M: W : M : M : Hays, G : M. E : W : John Lowell R : W : Josiah Bartlett R : W : William Scollay R. W. Paul Revere Aaron Dexter JnMackson Sam' Cabot Sam' W: Hunt Grand Lodge being Opened in Form, proceeded to Business, When Bro : Lowell in behalf of Davenport Phelps presented a Petition Signed Beza Woodward and others, praying for a Charter of Dispensation, for a Lodge to be Established at Hanover, in the state of N : Hampshire under the Title and Designation of Dart- month Lodge. On Motion of Bro' Revere — Voted, that a Committee of Five be appointed, Bro" Revere, Scollay, Cabot, Dexter & Hunt were chosen, to Examine into the Business. The Committee having proceeded on the Subject, reported the Propriety of a Charter being Granted, Agreably to the Prayer of the Petition — provided the Fees and Charges are paid down. A Charter was accordingly granted. Received of Bi'o' Davenport Phelps 3 Guineas for said Charter, and Paid as follows Cash p* Dexter G : T : 2 ,, 16 — N.B : Vilas Bill ) d" Sec^" fees 14 — paid — 9/. j d° Writing Charter .... 8 — d° Tilers fees 6 — £4 . 4 — Jn" Jackson G : Sec^. S: G W : Pio : Tern J: G. W : d" S: G D Pro : Tern. J: G D d" P: G M. P: D: G: M. G T. 354 Proceedings in Masoney, Massachusetts Grand Lodge, AssernVjled in Ample Form (being Adjournment) at the Bunch of Grapes Boston Jaa^ 7, 5789. Present. M: W : M : INI : Hays G : M. R : W : "W" Scollay "W™ Calder Norton Brailsford Amos Lincoln Doct' Jn" "Warren E : W : Jn" Lowell Aaron Dexter Jn" Jackson G : S :y Benj" Frothiugham G : S : Bea'" E : W : Isaac Snow Sam' "W : Hunt Benj" Hom.^ns Sam' Bradford. Jon' Freeman Grand Lodge being Opened in Masonick order & the Ecspective Lodges called over by the .Sec'' the following Lodges were repre- sented, viz : Eising States by Bro' Brailsford, Massachusetts by Bro' Scollay, Warren by Bro' Hunt, S' Patricks by Bro"^ Horaans, "Wooster by Bro' Brailsford, King Solomon by Bro' Snow, Hamp- shire by Bro'' Hunt, Frederick by Bro"' Freeman. The Committee on the Book of Constitutions reported, and ordered to lie on the Table, till the 3'' quarterly Communication. A Certificate presented by Bro'' Sam' W : Hunt, proxy for Warren Lodge, appointed Bro' Dan' Sargent jun : as Sen' W which was accepted liy the G : L : & ordered to be filed. B Homans reported — that B : Morton & Jutau presented to the G L : their Collars. Whereupon A'oted, That the thanks of the G : Lodge be pre- sented to those Gent : by B : Hornans. On Motiou, Voted— That the G: T: pay B : Lowell £2. 8/ for his collar, & that it become the property of the G : Lodge. On Motion, ^'oted — that B : Homans be directed to procure 1 doz : Aprons for the use of the G : L : & the G : T : be requested to pay for the same. Voted, that B : Cakler's polite Offer of putting the Columns in Complete Order, be Accepted & that they be delivered for that purpose. G : Lodge was then closed by the M : "W : Grand Master's Direc- tion till the first Friday in March, unless sooner convened on Emergency. Mass : Lodge paid 12/ M. M. Hays G" M' Sam W Hunt John Warren P. G. M. Benj* Homans Jn° Jackson G : Sec'' Will-" Calder A Dexter G. T. Jon' Freeman f W Scollay Norton Brailsford Sam' Bradford Isaac Snow Benj' Frothingham Amos Lincoln. Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 355 [This record bears the Autograph Signatures of the Brethren above named.] Massachusetts Grand Locige Assembled on Special occasion at the bunch of Grapes — Boston Monday Feb'' 16. 5789. Present. M: W : M : M : Hays G : M. R : W : Josiah Bartlett S : G : W. R : W : W" ScoUay J : G : W : P : Temp : W" Calder S : G : D. Norton Brailsford J : G : D. .]n° Jackson G: Sec^ Benj" Frothingham G : S : bearer. Benj" Homans. Jon' Freeman Sam' Cabot W"Hawes. Sam' W. Hunt. A Deputation from Mass'" Lodge, consisting of the R : W : Master Bro' Scollay, S : W : P. T. Bro'^ Bradford, J : W : P. T. Bro' Freeman Earnestly requesting this G : Lodge, that the cere- monies of Masonry be observed at the Funeral of our deceased Bro: John Welsh jun' late G: Sec^ and Sec^ to Mass: Lodge, Whereupon Voted, that Bro' Welsh be Buried with the Honours of Masonry, and under the Direction of this G : Lodge. On Motion Voted — that a Committee of three (liro : Scollay, Bartlett & Freeman) be chosen to conduct the Procession. And that the same Committee be requested to invite the Modern G : Lodge, under the Direction of the R: W: Bro: Cutler. Also Voted, That the same Committee make application to the Gen' Selectmen, for the use of Fanueil Hall on the Solemn Occasion. Adjourned tiU the 1" Friday in March. Jn" Jackson G : Sec^. Massachusets Grand Lodge Assembled in Ample Form (being quarterly communication) Friday Evetf March 6, 5789. Present. P: T. M : W : M : M : Hays. G; I M. R: W: Josiah Bartlett S: G: W. R: W: W" Scollay S: G: W. W" Calder S: G: D. Norton Brailsford J: G:D. Aaron Dexter G; : Treas' : Jn" Jackson G: : See'' W" Hawes & ) Jn° Boit 1 G: : Stew"' Benj" Frotliingham G: S : Bea' Josiah Waters G: ; Mars' Jn° Warren P: G: M. Jn° Lowell P: D:G: M. 356 Proceedings in ^Iasonry, E : W : Isaac Snow, W" Little, Tho' Edwards, Amos Lincoln, Jn° Jutau, bam' Cabot. Sam' Bradford, Grand Lodge being opened in due form & the respective Lodges called over by the Setf' the follow" were represented viz : — Eising States by Bro : Brailsfoid — Mass'" by Bro : ScoUay — S' Patricks by Bro : Hawes, Wooster by Bro : Brailsford, King Solomons by Bro : Snow — Frederick by Bro : Little. Eeport on the book of Constitutions taken up & debated agreable to the order of the last Communication. Whereupon Voted, That all the Papers relative to the s'' report be referred to some future day. On Motion, Voted, That a Committee be appointed to inspect the regulations of the G : Lodge & Eeport immediately. Vi.ted that the Committee consist of five — Bro : Bartlett, Warren, Edwards, Dexler & Jutau were chosen, who reported seveial al- terations, which being read by Paragraphs & fully debated, were accepted by the G : Lodge. — Ordered to be transcribed & laid before the G : Lodge at the G : Feast. The Charter of Essex Lodge is returned & Bro : Revere being possessed of the par- ticulars, any Order respecting it, is ordered to be referred — On motion. Voted, that a new Charter be granted to the Eising States Lodge they paying the Customar3' fees & that they have Bank as they stand upon the books. — On Motion — Voted, That the M : \\ors'^ G : Master, Bro : Scollay & Bradford be a Commit- tee to Examine the Regalia of the G : Lodge & put the same in Order. It is requested, that the quart^ due to the G : Lodge be discharged next quarterly Communication. Bro : Jutau presented to the G : Lodges Candlesticks, 2 Wardens Waniis, & 2 Ballot- ing Boxes — "Whereupon, Voted — That the Thanks of this G: Lodge be given to Bro : Jutau for his polite Present. N.B. It is the M: Worsp' Grand Masters Direction, that this G : Lodge be closed till the 1" Thursday in June, unless sooner convened on Emergency. Mass : Lodge paid 12/. M. M. Hays Grd Master Josiah Bartlett Sen' Grand Warden W. Scollay J G Warden P. T. John Jutau P. G. W" Tho^ Edwards P. G. W. WilP Clalder S. D. Norton Brailsford J. D. Aaron Dexter G. T. Jn° Jackson G:Sec^ John Bolt G. S. AVilliam Hawes S. G. S Benj" Frothiugham G. S. B. ors hip : M: M : Hays E -sq' G: Master. R: W: ; Perez Morton Esq : D: G: M. R: W: : Josi:ih Bartlett S: G: W. R: W; : Isaac Snow J: G: W:P Aaron Dexter G: Treas"^ Jn° Jackson G: Sec^ Josiah Waters G: Marshall Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 357 Isaac Snow Amos Lincoln Sam Cnbot ^ John Lowell Samuel Bradford William Little. [This record bears the Autograph Signatures of the Brethren above named.] Grand Lodge Visitation to Massachusetts Lodge, By Order of the most worsiiipfnll M : M : Hays Esq' Grand Master, The Dep'^ G : Master, The Wardens, Treasurer and Secretary of Massachusetts Giand Lodge were summoned to attend the Visiting of Massachusetts Lodge, this Even^ March 9"' 5789, precisely at 7 O Clock, being Massaclmsetts regular Lodge niglit. Present. M: T. Massachusetts Lodge, being duely Assembled in their Lodge Room — The Grand Officers in the Antichamber — The Grand Master directed the G'^ Marshall to Announce the approach of the G'' Officers, which being done. The doors of the Mass : Lodge were thrown open, and the Grand Officers entered in Form, (proceeded by the Deacons and Stewards of Mass : Lodge with their Wands), and took their Places in due Order. The Grand Master having taken the chair & Hiram called profound silence — then proceeded lo Open G : Lodge, which being done. The G"" Master conformable to the Usual Rules & Regula- tions, desired the Inspection of the Records & Bye-Laws of the Lodge, which being Examined were found in perfect good Order. By the request of the G'' Master, the worshipfuU Bro : W : Scollay, Master of the Mass : Lodge proceeded to Lecture the Lodge, which was done in a Masterly Manner. The G* Master then Addressed the Lodge in these Words. "It gives me great pleasure Brethren " to find here so Respectable a Lodge, and that pleasure is greatly " increased by the Expert abilities and Knowledge you discover " in our Sublime Science. You Possess fully the Rudiments of " the Craft, and a Steady pei severance of the pursuits you have " already made, will enable you perfectly to Understand the Ori- " gin. Design and Use of the Society, and will Compensate you " in the full price of your Travel and Industry. Masonry has Suf- " fered much by imprudent and Unfaithful! Brethren. Permit me, "therefore. My Dear Brethren, to recommend to you great Cau- " tion and Csire in the choice of the Persons, whom you wish to " Adorn with the Formidable appellation And Affection of Brother 358 Peoceedings in Masonry, " and Friend. Worshipfnll Master & "Wardens, I leave this " Lodge under your Patronage And Care, and under your Protec- " tion & Instruction. I flatter myself that tbey will as in their "Numbers shine As so many Brilliant Stars in the highest " Heavens, where they will receive the reward of their Merit. " You will most "Worshipfull please to Direct your Seer^ to tran- " scribe from your Records, a Comjjleat li^t of tlie Names of the '• Officers & Members of j-our Lodge, As well As the Names of " those, whom you have brought from the Veil of Darkness, thro' " the Current Year, and you will please to Transmit the same to " theG'' Lodge at their Next quarterly Comm.uuication, that they " may be Registered in tiie Grand Lodge Books, agreable to our " Ancient Usage." The Right worshipfnll Master of Massachusetts Lodge then arose, and made the following Reply : " Most worshipfnll Grand ISIaster, Permit me Sir, to return " you the thanks of Mass"' I^odge & in their Name to Assure you " we feel gratefull for this Testi?nony of the Love & Affection of " the Grand Lodge ; under its benign influence And Direction con- " formable to the Constitutions of Masonry, and a steady perse- " verance in pursuit of the Original design of our Glorious " Institution, we expect to increase in 'WisDOJt, Strength and " Beaoty, and we flatter ourselves by a strict Observance of " Order, Hakmoxt & Proportion in our great work, we shall "become proficients therein, which will fully Compensate ns for " our Travel and Industry. Agreable to your directions, a list of " the Names of the Officers & Members of the Lodge, and the " Names of those who have been brought from the Veil of Daik- " ness, shall be transmitted to Grand Lodge at their next quarterly "Communication." »»*»*» Jn" Jackson G : Sec^. Grand Lodge visitation to King Solomons Lodge. Present. M: W : M : M : Havs Esq' Grand Master. R : W : Josiah Bartlett S : G : W. R : W : W" Scollay J : G : ^V. Pro : Tern. Simon Eliott G: Treas' d" Jn° Jackson G: Sec^ Josiah Waters G'' Marshall. King Solomons Lodge being Assembled in their Lodge Eoom, "Warren Hall, at Charlestown, March 10* 5789, the Grand Lodge were introduced with the Usual ceremony, and took their places in Ample form. The Grand Master having Opened G"* Lodge made the following observation. "Brethren. It is the duty of the G: "Master & Wardens of the G: Lodge, annually to inspect & "Examine the Lodges under their jurisdiction, either by them- " selves or their Proxies, which Honor we now do ourselves, and Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 359 " wish to have the Perusal of your books & Records,'' which was accordingly done. The E : W : Bro : Snow Master of King Solomons Lodge then Gave a Lecture, which was Executed to the entire Approbntion of the G : Lodge. The Grand Master then Addressed the Lodge in the words following. "I am happy Brethrbn to find your Records in so good order, and am gratified in Viewing the Harmony & Union of the Frater- nity so well maintained. Honor & Integrity are the Basis, that support the dignity of the Institution which I will venture to say will ever be the resemblance of this Lodge. I need not repeat to you Brethren, how much the Craft has been injured by the im- propriety of unfaithfuU Brethren. Suffer me therefore, if j'ou please to recommend to You that great circonspeetion in the choice of those, whom you wish to Endow with the Appelation and Affection of brother. The Right worshipful! Master will Indulge me in reminding him, tliat this Lodge is under his Care and Guide, and from so flowing & stable a Source, I have Confidence the Society will Gather laurells of Virtue & Industry. In conform- ity to our Constitution & Regulations, you will please to direct your Secretary to transcribe from your Book an Exact list of the Names of your Officers and Members, as well as the names of the persons you have initiated in the Course of the Year, & when corapleated, please to ti;ansmit them to the Grand lodge at their next quarterly Communication, that the same may be Registered in the Grand Lodge books according to Usage." The Right worshipfuU Master of King Solomons Lodge then arose, and in the Name of the Lodge Returned thanks for the Attention & Affection of the G* Lodge, and were deeply impressed with this truth, that Honor and Integrity are the Basis, that support the Dignity of the Institution, and flatter themselves that their Conduct has been and will continue, to be Governed by that Principle. Agreable to, your Direction Sir, A List of the Nsimes of the Officers & Members, as well as the Names of those, who have been Initiated the present Year, shall be transmitted to the Grand Lodge. Jn° Jackson G : Sec''. Grand Lodge Visitation to the Rising States Lodge. Present M: W : M : M : Hays Esq' G; ; Masf R: W: Perez Morton Esq' D: G: M. R: W: Josiah Bartlett S: G: W. R: W: W" Scollay J: G: W Aaron Dexter G: Treas' Jn° Jackson G: Sec'' Simon Eliot G: Marshall The Rising States Lodge being Assembled in their Lodge Room, Stoddards Hall, March 30"' 5789 — The Grand Lodge after the 360 Proceedings in Masonry, Usual Cpi-emon}', entered in Ample Form, and having taken their places, Tlie G'' Master opened Grand Lodge & said, " Brethien, It is the dut}- of the G : Master & his Wardens anniiallv to visit and Inspect the Lodges under this jurisdiction, either by tliem- selves or their Proxies. We now do ourselves the Honor of such Visit, & Crave the favor of perusing j'our books & Records," which was accordingly done. The R : W : Brother Paul Revere Esq : Master of the Hising States Lodge then Gave a Lecture, which did them infinite Honor, and met the approbation of the Grand Lodge. The G rand Master then Addressed the Lodge as follows — ' 'Brethren , " I am Happy to find your Records so well Preserved, and am much "Gratified iu Viewing the Harmony and Decorum of the Lodge. "Your steady Perseverance of such Cultivation will ever Reflect " Honor on the Craft. Suffer me Brethren to recommend to you the " Pursuit of Virtue & Morality, and to tell you, that you Cannot "be too Cautious in the choice of the Persons you initiate into " our Society, asnotbing is more destructive of our laudable Motives, " than our being unfortunately deceived by unfaithfull Brethren. " The worshipfuU Master will Permit me to remind him, that this " Lodge is placed into his Care, And under the Auspices of him and " his Oflieers, we have Confidence of Gathering laurells of Virtue " & Benevolence. You will direct your Secretary, if you please, to " transmit to Our Grand Lodge, at tlieir nest quarterly Communi- " cation, A List of the Names of your Officers & Members, as "well as the Names of the persons you have initiated in the " Course of the Year, so that the Same may be Registered in the " G" Lodge Booivs." The G"* JNIastcr having finished — The Right worshipfuU Master of the Risin Committee. John J. Geyer ) Return of Officers belonging to the Harmoniac Lodge. George Gideon Master Peter Smink S. Warden, George Grosman J. W. John M. Emery S. Deacon, Jacob Smith J. D. James Howland Treasurer, Frederick Granger Secr^" Eichard Horsfall Steward, Joseph Englesbury Toiler. At a meeting of the Massachusetts Grand Lodge held at Con- cert Hall Thursday P>ening June 2'' 5791. Members present. Most Worshipfull IM. M. Hayes G. Master. Paul Eevere D. G. M. John Lowell P. D. G. M. Aaron Dexter S. G. W. Thomas Edwards J. G. W. Norton Brailsford S. G. D. William Calder J. G. D. William Little G. T. Joseph Laughton G. Sec^ Amos Lincoln ) r< aj. i -„ . . TT r G Stewards Benjamin Homans ) William ScoUay M. M. Lodge. George Gideon M. Harmoniac Lodge. Peter Smink S. W d° George Grosman J. W. d° Samuel W. Hunt, Robert Rodgers, Benj' Frothingham. Josiah Bartlett, P. M. Upon a Motion made & seconded it was unanimously Voted to celebrate the feast of S' John, and ihat a Com*'^° be chosen to write to brother Bentley of Salem to deliver an Address to the brethren on that Day. 378 Proceedings in Masonry, Brothers Lowell, Dexter & ScoUay were accordingly chosen ; the same Com"' were requested to wait on the Wardens of the Chapel for the use of their Church for brother Beutley to deliver his Ad- dress. Voted that a Committee be chosen to agree with some suitable person to provide for the feast, the Most WorshipfuU Master, M. M. Hays, Brothers Revere, Bartlet, Dexter, Scollay, Little, & Bradford were accordingly chosen. The Grand Lodge then proceeded to the Choice of Grand Officers for the Year ensuing. Most Worshipful! M. M. Hays was chosen Grand Master. Josiah Bartlett S. G. Warden, Anron Dexter J. G. W. William Little G. Treas' Joseph Laughton G. Sec'' Norton Brailsford S. G. D. William Calder J. G. D. Samuel Bradford G. Marshall. Jon" Freeman Jui i' G. Sword bearer. Amos Lincoln Benj" Homans > G. Stewards. John Jones Grand Tyler. Lodges represented - -Viz' — Rising States Brother Revere p'* 9/quarteridge Massachusetts Brother Scollay p"^ 9/ Warren Brother Cooper, King Solomon Brother Calder, p'^ 9/. Hampshire Brother Hunt Harmoniac Brother Gideon p'^ 9/. Return of Officers for Rising States Lodge. Paul Revere Master. Amos Lincoln S. W. Levi Hearsey J. W. William B. Eaton S. D. Benj" Russell J. D. John Brazier Treasurer. Paul Revere Jun' Secr^. Return of Warren Lodge Officers. Ralph Hart Bowles Master. John Kelly S. W. John Cooper J. W. "William Chaloner Secretary. Parker Clark Treasurer. WHlliam Albee S. Deacon. Eben"' Inglee, J. Deacon. Jeremiah O'Brien Steward. MAfiSACHUSETTS Geand Lodge, 1769-92. 379 On petition from Brothers Hiller, Bentley, & Pulling with others praying for a Charter for a Lodge to be held in the town of Salem in the State of Massachusetts, Voted, that the prayer of s"* petition be granted, & the Secre- tary is directed to pi'epare one accordingly. Massachusetts Grand Lodge Assemlpled in Ample form friday, June 24* 5791. at Concert Hall to Celebrate the festival of S' John, & for Installation of the Grand Officers, proceeded to business by Installing the Several Officers chosen at the last Grand Lodge. The Grand Master then declared R. W. brother Paul Revere Deputy Grand Master for the year ensuihg — a procession was then form'd & march'd in proper order from Concert Hall to the Chapel, where prayers was read by the Rev'* M'^ James Freeman, after which an elegant Discourse on Masonry was deliver'd by the Rev** Brother William Bentley of Salem. Procession then re- turn'd to Concert Hall where the brethren partook of a decent entertainment, after dinner a number of Masonic & other toasts were drank. Business being again renewed, A motion was made & Seconded that a Collection be made for the relief of brother Elias Parkman, which was done, nineteen & one third dollars being collected, it was put into the hands of a Committee to be disposed of as they tho't proper for the relief of him & his familly. Voted that a Committee of five, consisting of the Worshipful! Grand Master, Brothers Revere, Morton, Bartlet & Dexter, be requested to wait upon the rev'^ Brother Bentley to thank him for his elegant discourse deliverd this day & request a Copy of it for the press. Motion by brother Morton that the remains of the feast be sent to the prisoners in the Gaol, passed unanimously, & that the Grand Stewards be requested to see the same distributed. By order of the Grand Master the Lodge was clos'd. July 19, 5791. Rec* fiom Hampshire lodge seven pounds four shillings being the Amount due from s* lodge as P Com'"'' Statement also two quarteridges due last month both sums rec"* of Brother Elisha Porter Esq. & paid the same to Grand Treasurer. September 5791. No Grand Lodge was held this quarter in consequence of the absence of the Grand Secretary. At a Meeting of Massachusetts Grand Lodge & quarterly Com- munication held at Concert Hall Monday Dec'' 5"* 5791. Present. M. W. M. M. Havs Esq G Master. Paul ReveVe Esq D. G. M. Josiah Bartlet S. G. W" 380 Proceedings in Masonry, "William Scollay William Little Joseph Lausiiton Norton Bi-ailsford William CaWer Amos Lincoln John Jones Visiting Brethren George Giddeon Master George Grosman S. W. John J. Gever. J. W. John Lowell P. D. G Caleb Swan & J. Frothingham, Kino Lodges Represented. Rising States Massachusetts King Solomon Harmoniac J. G. W* G. Treas' G. Sec^ y G*. Deacons, G. Steward G. Tyler. Harmoniac Lodge. by Master, Solomons lodge, p'd 18/. Brother Revere Brother Scollay Brother Calder p'd 9/. Brother Gideon p'd 18/. paid the above 45/ to the Grand Treasurer. Voted, That the Grand Master be requested to take proper measures to install the Officers of the Essex Lodge & that the Grand Secretary write to the Master of s'^ Lodge, when he & his proxy will attend. A Letter was read from Union Lodge N" 1 North-west of the Ohio, which being read, the Grand Master was requested to Answer the same. Voted, That a Committee be appointed to write Circular Letters to all the Lodges in the United States, on the Subject of a union with said Lodges, & that WorshipfuU Grand Master, Brothers Bartlet & Revere be of this Committee. Voted. That the W. G. Master be requested to write to Rising Sun lodge at Keen, in the State of New Hampshire in answer to a letter receivd from them some time since, which was not answerd by a Com'°° chosen for that purpose, who are now dismissed. "^ Voted, that Brother Thad' M. Harris be added to the Com'" for revising tlie book of Constitution, & that s* Com''^° be furnished with the books of the Grand Lodge. Voted, That a Committee of seven l»e appointed agreeably to the spirit of a vote of the Grand Lodge passed at a former Meet- ing* to Confer with the Officers of S' Johns Grand Lodge upon the Subject of a compleat Masonic Union thi'oughout this Common- wenlth, and that said Committee report as soon as may be Con- venient. Coinmittee — Brothers M. M. Hays, John Warren, Paul Revere, Josiah Bartlet, William Scollay, .John Lowell, & Joseph Laughton. Lodge closed to the first mondav in March next. •March 2'^ 5787. Massachusetts Grand Lodge, 1769-92. 381 At a meeting of Massachusetts Grand Lodge held at Concert Hall Monday 5 March 5792. Present. R. W. Paul Revere Dep. G. Master. Josiah Bartlett Sen' Grand Warden. Aaron Dexter Jun"^ Grand Warden. W" Little Grand Treasurer. Sam' Bradford G. Secy P. T. Norton Brailsford Sen"' G. D. W"- Calder Jun' G. D. John Warren P. G. M. John Lowell P. D. G. M. William ScoUay. Belstead. Amos Lincoln. Peter Smink. Caleb Swan. John Edmands. A Constitution & laws for associating the S' Johns & the Mas- sachusetts Grand Lodges, as unanimously agreed to by their Joint Committees, & accepted by S' Johns Grand Lodge, was read & deliberately considered. The question whether the s* Constitution shall be accepted was called for. & it pass'd unanimously in the affirmative. Voted, That Brothers Warren, Scollay & Lowell be appointed to prepare a list of Candidates for Officers of the Grand Lodge & also a list of seven electors agreable to the constitution. The said Committee having reported, the following Brethren were nominated & appointed : R. W. John Cutler Grand Mastf^ R. W. Josiah Bartlett S. G. W. R. W. Sam' Dunn J. G. W. Sam' Parkman G. Treasurer Joseph Laughton G. Secretary. For Electors, Brothers Revere, Dexter, Little, Bradford, Swan,' Lowell & Scollay. Voted, that Brotheis Bartlett, Scollay & Bradford be a com- mittee to wait upon Saint Johns Grand Lodge, now sitting at tiie Bunch of Grapes & inform them that this Grand Lodge have unanimously accepted the Constitution, & having taken the neces- sary steps, they are now ready to proceed to the choice of Grand Master G. Wardens G. Treasurer & G. Secretary. The Committee reported that seven Electors from S' Johns G. Lodge would immediately attend for the purposes before mentioned. The Electors who met in convention were Brothers Paul Revere, Chairman, Samuel Barrett, James Jackson, Samuel Dunn, Job Prince, Thomas Denuie, Willinm Shaw, Thomas Farrington, John Lowell, Aaron Dexter, W" Scollay, Samuel Bradford, W"" Little 382 Proceedings in Masonry, & Caleb Swan — who having examined the Lists of Candirlales unanimously made clioice of the following Brethren as the first Officers of The Grand Lodge op the Most Ajicient & Honouk- ABLE Society of Free and Accepted Masons for the Common- wealth OF Massachusetts : — R. W. Jn° Cutler Grand Master R. W. Josiah Barllett Sen' G. W. R. W. Mungo Mackay Jun'" G. W. Sam' Parkman Grand Treas' Thomas Farrington G. Sec^. Voted that Brothers Revere, Bartlett, Scollay, Lincoln, & Bradford be a Committee to wait upon the most WorshipfuU Moses M. Hays Esquire with the thanks of this Grand Lodge, for his faithfull services, & that the same be recorded in testimony of the obligations of this Grand Lodge for his Various & distinguished attentions to the interests of the Masonick institution. Voted that all committees of this Grand Lodge be discharged, except the Coinittee on the Book of constitutions, & that they report their doings to the new Grand, Lodge. Voted That Brothers Revere, Bartlett, Scollay & Bradford be a committee to adjust all the Acco'" of the Grand Lodge, & that all records & masonic papers with the furnature & regalia of this G. Lodge be collected & by them deliver'd to the Grand Master Elect agreable to the Constitution. King Solomons Lodge paid in full eighteen Shillings. Massachusetts Lodge in lull One pound Sixteen Shillings which is two pounds fourteen Shillings p* Bro Little. Voted that this Grand Lodge be disolved. The following Lodges are consider'd as within the immediate jurisdiction of the late Massachusetts Grand Lodge. Rising States at Boston Massachusetts ditto Berkshire Great Barrington Trinity Lancaster Vermont Vermont Warren Machias King Solomons Charlestown Hampshire North Hampton Rising Sun, Keen North Star Manchester Friendship Williamstown Faithfull Cluiiiestown N" 4. Dartmouth Hanover Harmonic Boston Essex Salem Massachusetts Geand Lodge, 1769-92. 383 The following persons are standing Members of the late Massa- chusetts Grand Lodge. Paul Revere Thomas Edwards Jn° Warren ' Aaron Dexter Moses M. Hays W" Scollay John Lowell , Elisha Porter of Hadley Perez Morton Timothy Whiting, Lancaster Josiah Bartlett \ Attest M. M. Hays, G* M' M. G. L. APPENDIX. I. EXTRACTS FROM THE RECORDS OF THE FIRST LODGE IN BOSTON (ST. JOHN'S). Monday December the 29"' 1740. The R' Worship' Bro : Thomas Oxnard D.G.M. and a great Number of the Brethren mett in this Lodge ; when was Celebrated the Feast of S' John the Evengelist : a very handsome Supper was prepared by the stewards appointed : and the whole Enter- tainment of the Evening conducted and carried on in the utmost Perfection. Our R' W: Bio': Thomas Oxnard D.G.M. Open'd a Grand Lodge, and was please [d] to nominate and appoint the following Brethren his grand Officers for the Year Ensuing. Bro: N: Bethune ■ S.G.W. Bro: J: Furney J.G.W. Bro: P: Pelham G.S. Bro : J : Stevenson G. Tylar. Wednesday June the 24"* 1741. Being Lodge Night, the following Brethren Mett. The R' Worship' Bro : James Forbes M. The R' Worshipful Bro : Tho' Oxnard D.G.M. Bro : Price Bro : C. Phillips S.W. Bro : Waghorne Bro : Row J.W. Bro : Swan Bro : H. M-'Daniel T. Bro: Box Bro: P: Pelham S. Bro: Tuthil Bro: Vardy Bro : Johonnot Bro : Dunster Bro : Cade ' Bro : Cuningham Bro: R' Charles Bro: Tracy Bro : Hallowell Bro : Stevenson Bro : Hutchinson Tylar 5 ,, Bro: Deblois Reckon. £3 ,, 9 ,, Bro : Jenkins ■ £3 „ 14 386 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. [The record of this meeting conchides as follows :] This night being the Festival of S' John the Baptist, the same Tvas observed in a very particular and Eligant manner by all the Brethren present as above Named ; when Our R' W Brother Tho' Osnard held a Grand Lodge, and was pleas'd to Nominate and Appoint Bro : Stephen Deblois S.G.W. Bro : Kob' Jenkens J. G. W. Bro : P. Pelham G. S. and Bro : Stevenson G. Tylar for the Year Ensuing. Thursdat June 24. 1742. Being the Festival of S' John Baptist ; The R' : W. Bro : Thomas Oxnard G : M. held a grand Lodge, and was please[d] to appoint Bro : Jenkins S : G : W. Bro : Row J : G : W. Bro : Pelham G : Sec^ & Bro : Stevenson G : Tyl'. The Brethren attending (about 40 in num') Celebrated the Evening in a very Elegant manner. Tylar ... £0. 7. 6. Monday Decem^ the 28* 1742. Being the Feast of S' John the Evangelist, Our R' Worship' Bro' Tho' Oxnard G: M. held a Grand Lodge, and was please[d] to Jippoint his Grand Officers as follow's Viz': Bro: R: Jenkins 5 : G : W. Bro : H : Withered J : G : W. Bro : P : Pelham G : Sec^ and Bro : Stevenson G. Tylar for the six months Ensuing ; the following Brethren Attending. Bro : Rob' Swanton Bro : Cade Bro : Waghorne Bro : John Yeamans Bro : Box Bro : H : M'^Daniel Bro : N : Bethune Bro : ^'ardy Bro : H : Price Bro : T : M'^Daniel Bro : Starkey Bro : P : Pelham Bro : G : Ruggles Bro : Swan Bro : Stevenson Bro : T : Campling Bro : Pearson Bro : T : Kelby Bro : Vernon Bro : R : Charles Bro : Smithson Tylar £0. 13. Friday June the 24"" 1743. Being the Festival of John the Baptist. In the Evening, our R' W : Bro : T : Oxnard G : M attended by the Brethren held a Grand Lodge, and was pleas'd to appoint Bro : Tho» Kilby S : G : W. Bro : Box J : G : W. Bro : Pelham G : Sees' 6 Bro : Stevenson G : Ty'. Tuesday Decem* 27''' 1743. Being the Feast of S' John the Evangelist. Our R' Worsh' Bro : Tho' Oxnard held a Grand Lodge and was please [d] to continue his several Officers in their Posts for the ensuing Six Months. The Brethren attending (about Forty in Number) celebrated the Evening in an EUegant manner with the utmost Beauty and Order. Appendix. 387 Tuesday March 6* 1743. Our R' Worshipfull Bro Tho' Oxnard Esq' by Virtue of his Sum- mons was attended by the following Brethren Bro R : Jenkins Bro Edm* Lewis Bro H : M^Daniel Bro Peter Prescott Bro Tho' Kilby Bro John Overing Bro Rob' Charles Bro J : Stone Bro H : Johnson Bro F : Johonot Bro Tho' Aston Bro James Forbes Bro P : Audibert Bro Benj' Hallowell Bro Luke Vard}' Bro Andrew Belcher Bro T : Campling Bro James Monk Bro Henry Price Bro N : Bethune Bro Peter Pelham Bro Sam' Waterhouse Bro Edw* Cahill Bro Tim^ M°Daniel Bro T : Pearson Bro John Row Bro J : Boutin Bro Caleb Philipps Bro Eben' Swan Bro Anthony Davis Bro Jon" Pue Bro Stephen Deblois Bro Jos : Holbrook Bro James Gordon Bro John Box Bro James Stevenson Bro Henry Withered Bro Dan' Neal, Tylar. The Lodge being Open'd Bro Tim : M'Daniel presented Our R Worsh' Bro Tho' Oxnard Esq"' with a Deputation from the R' Hon'''^ and R' Worshipful the L'' Barron Ward Grand Master of England, Constituting and appointing him Our s* R' Worsh' Bro Thomas Oxnard Provincial G : Master of North America, which by his Order was Read, and then Our R' Worsh' P : G : M. Re- ceived the Salutations and Congratulations of the Brethren in due Order, and Appointed Our R' Worsh' Bro Hugh M'^Daniel his Deputy, Bro Kilby S : G : W and Bro Box J : G : W. 'till June next ; after which the Brethren were Elegantly Entertain'd by our R' Wors' G : M. and the Evening's Celebration clos'd with the Utmost Order, and Decorum, in a manner only known in Masonry. The Deputation is as follows : [See pages 7 and 8 of this volume.] Tuesday June 26* 1744. Being Appointed by Our R' Worshipful Grand Master for the Celebration of John Baptist's Day, Our R' Worsh' G : M. attended by about 30 Brothers held a Grand Lodge, which being Open'd he was pleas'd to Continue liis G : Officers in their several Posts for the Ensuing Six Months, after which the Evening was spent in Entertainments suitable to the Occasion, and Conducted with the Utmost Harmony & Decorum fitting so Grand a Soleranitv. Tylar £ ,, 7 „ 6 . Thursday Dec" 27'" 1744. Being the Festival of S' John y° Evang" Our R' Worship' Grand Master, held a Grand Lodge, which being Open'd he was pleas'd 388 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. to appoint Bro Box S : G : W. and Bro : Hallowell J : G : W. after which the Even^ was Celebrated at a Handsome Entertain- ment by a great appearance of Brethren according to the Eulea of the Eoyal Art in Decency and Order. Monday June 24"" 1745. Our R' Worshipful G : Mast' Bro Tho' Oxnard (attended by Thirty Two of the Brethren) Held a Grand Lodge, and Spent the Evening at an Elegant Entertainment in Celebration of the Feast of S' John the Baptist. Tylar 7/6. Two Setts of Candles £3. 12 £3. 19. 6. Tuesday June 24*^ 1746. Being S' Johns day Om- R' Worsh' Bro Oxnard G : ISI. ") Bro Hallowell S : G : W. [ (attended by about Bro Aston J : G : W. ) Twenty four Brethren) held a Grand Lodge, and Elegantly Cele- brated the Festival, in a decency and Form peculiar to the Pro- fessors of the Royal Art. Tuesday Dec* ST"" 1748. Being a S' Johns Day, Our E* Worsh' G : M. Bro Tho" Oxnard Esq' attended by the following Brethren, Held a Grand Lodge at the House of Bro : Stone, where the Brethren Din'd together in an Elegant manner, and Concluded the Day in Celebration of the Festival, in due Form and Order, with that Regular Harmony and Decorum, only known to Masons. Wednesday Dec' 27*^ 1749. Being the Festival of S' John the Evangelist, The Brethren attended Divine Service at Christ Church, where was a Sermon Preach'd by our Reverend Bro Cha' Brockwell very suitable to the occasion, after which they repair'd in Procession to Bro Stones, and Celebrated the Day in an Elegant manner, with a true Masonal Decorum and order. Present The R' Worsh' Bro Tho' Oxnard G. M. The R' Wors' Bro H. iSrDaniel D. G. M. Bro B. Hallowell S. G. W. Bro Jn° Box J. G. W. €. Pelham G. S. and about Seventy Brethren. p'* y'' Bell Ringers £10.— y'' Sexton of y° Church 3. £13.— Wednesday Septesibek 23, 1741. [At a regular meeting of the First Lodge in Boston, held] Wednes- day, September 23. 1741, Our R' Worship' Mas' recommended to Appendix. 389 the Brethren, that it was his opiniou, some perticular order should be observed in toasting the health of our R' W : Bro : the Hon'"= M' Belcher : and that a Committee might be appointed as soon as possable to wait upon him, with acknowledgements from the Lodge, of his past favours, and to return our thanks &c. Voted, that next after the G-: M. the Late Govern" of this Province, is to be toasted in the following manner, viz : To our R' W : Bro : the Hon'"^ M' Belcher, Late Governour of N.E. with 1 = 9. Voted, that Our R' W : Bro : T. Oxnard D. G. M. Bro" Phillips, Row, Price, Hallowell, Forbes, M°Daniel and Pelham, be a Com- mittee to form a speech, and wait upon the Hon''''' M"' Belcher in behalf of this Society, and to make report of their proceeding the next l^odge. On Frj'day Septem"" 25. 1741, the Committee appointed by this Lodge waited upon the Hon''''' M' Belcher &c., and made the fol- lowing Speech : Thrice Worthy Brother. We being a Committee by the Mother Lodge of N. England held in Boston to wait on You, take this Oppertunity to Acknowl- edge the many favours You have always shewed (when in Power) to Masonry in General, but in a More Elspecial manner to the Breth" of this Lodge, of which we shall ever retain a most grate- ful Remembrance. As we have had your Protection when in the most Exalted Station here, so we think it is Incumbent on us to make this Ac- knowledgement, having no other means to testify our Gratitude but this ; And to wish for Your future Health and Prosperity which is the Sincere desire of Us, and those in whose behalf We appear, and permit us to assure You we shall ever remain Honoured Sir Your most Affectionate Breth" & Humble Servants. Petee Pelham Sec' in behalf of the Committee. To which, we receiv'd the following Answer : Worthy Brothers. I take very kindly this mark of your Respect. It is now Thirty Seven years since I was admitted into the Ancient and Hon'"'' Society of Free and accepted Masons, to whom I have been a faithful Brother, & a well-wisher to the Art of Masonry. I shall ever maintain a strict friendship for the whole Frater- nity ; & always be glad when it may fall in my power to do them any Services. .J. Belcher. Wednesday, October the 14* 1741. Being Lodge Night, [it was] Voted, that a Committee be appointed to wait on his Excel- lency Governour Shirly to Congratulate him on his Advancem' to 390 Peoceedikgs in Masonry, 1733-92. the Governm' of this Province &c. when it was propos'd, and agree'd that the following persons should fonn s* Committee, to act in behalf of this Society ; Viz : Our R' W: Bro" The' Oxnard, Forbes, Overing, Price, Hallowell, Jenkins, M'Daniel, Phillips, Johonnot and Pelham, and to make report of their proceedings next Lodge Kight. On Fryday October the 23* 1741. The Committee appointed by this Lodge, waited upon his Excellency William Shirley Esq"' and presented him with the following Address : May it please your Excellency, We being a Committee appointed by the Ancient and hon'''" So- citey of Free & accepted Masons of "the MOTHER LODGE of AMERICA held in Boston, presume to wait upon you with the utmost Sincerity, to congratulate 3'our Advancement to the Gov- ernment of this Province, and to assure your Excellency that our Desire is that your Administration may be successful and easy. We have had hitherto the Honour of His ilajesty's Governor being one of our ancient Society, who was ever a well-wisher & faithful Brother to the Royal Art of Masonry. And as it has been the Custom for men in the most exalted Station to have had the Door of our Society'e Constitutions always opened to them (when (lesired) we think it our Duty to acquaint your Excellency with that Custom, and assure you, that we shall chearfuUy attend your Excellency's Pleasure therein ; and as we are conscious that our Society are loyal and faithful Subjects to His Majesty, so we may reasonably hope for your Excellency's Favour and Protection, which is the Request of Your Excellency's most obedient humble Servants, Peter Pelham Seer. in behalf of the Society. To which His Excellency was pleas'd to return the following Answer : Gentlemen. I Return the ancient and honourable Society' my Thanks for their Address, and Invitation of me to the Mother Lodge of Free and Accepted JIasons in America : And the}' may rest assur'd that their Loyalty and Fidelity to his Majesty wiU always recommend the Society to my Favour and Protection. W. Shirley. Voted, that the above Address to His Excellency W" Shirley Esq' &c. with his Excellency's Answer, be printed in one of the Pub- lick papers next Monday. Wednesday, May the 25"'. 1743. Being Lodge Night the fol- lowing Brethren Met. The R' Worship' Bio : H : Price M pro : Bro : Benj : Franklin of Phila. etc. Appendix. 391 Wednesday Aug^'' 10* 1743. Being Lodge Night, Voted, that Bro' Jenkins, Charles, Hall, H : M'Daniel, Philipps, & Price, take a proper opertunity to wait on Bro : Belcher, (our Late Governer,) with an Invitation from the Brethren, to give us the favour of his Company, at such time as he shall please to appoint. Thursday Feb^ 9"> 1743. [o. s.J Being appointed for the Entertainment of the Hon""'" M"' Belcher (according to Vote,) who attended with about Forty of the Brethren in Open Lodge ; and a Handsome Supper was prepar'd, after which we took leave of Our Hon* Brother in the most solemn manner. [He soon after sailed for England.] Wednesday, Aug™ 26"" 1747. Being Lodge Night, Voted, That Our R' W: Bro Oxnard G. M. Bro" Brockwell, Aston, Pelham, T. M'Daniel & Secra*" be a Committee in behalf of . the Lodge to Send a Letter of Congratulation to Our Hon'''^ Bro' Belcher, upon his Advancment to, and Safe Arrival at his Govern- ment of the Jerseys. Wednesday Sep" 9"^ 1747. Being Lodge Night, The Committee appointed to form a Letter of Congratulation to His Excellency Our Bro Belcher presented the same to the Lodge, which was to the acceptance of the Lodge. Voted therefore that the Secratary do forward the same as soon as may be, and the Comm" have the Thanks of the Lodge for the same. It is as fol- lows, Viz' Thrice Worthy Brother ! It was with the gi'eatest pleasure and the utmost Satisfaction We Rec'^ the News of your Safe Arrival at your Government of the Jerseys ; And from a just Sence of the distinguishing marks of your Esteem shewn to the Antient & Hon"" Society of Fkee AND Accepted Masons when you fiU'd the Chair of Government in this Province, (which upon all Occasions we doubt not but you would still Continue,) We cannot but hope the sincere and hearty Congratulations of Our Lodge on your present happy Accession may meet with a favourable acceptance. You have sufficiently distinguish'd your adherence to Our Three Grand Principles in your Firm attachment to his Majesty's Per- son and Government which (with Joy we find) has preferr'd you to a second Commission (an uncommon Instance of Royal favour) and as the vveight of so great a Charge must be attended with many concerns, so we heartily wish a happy Concurrence of every thing that may Render your Administration Satisfactory to your Prince, Advantageous to your People, and Easy to your Self ; so that full of Days and full of honour (which but little Survives our Actions) you may finally meet with a reward of that Honour and Happiness which will be as Eternal as Inconceivable. 392 Proceedings , IN Masonry, 1733-92. By Order of the E' Worshipful the Provincial Grand Master of North America, and the R' Worshipful Master, Ward* and Fellows of the Lodge held in Boston N England Sep' y° 3. in the Year of Masonry 5747 Ahnoque Domini 1747. Cha*. Pelham Sec'. [Reply to the above letter.] Wednesday Not*. 11''' 1747. Being Lodge Night, Our R' Worsh' Bro : Oxnard G : M. presented to the Lodge, a Letter from His Excellency our Bro' Belcher at the Jerseys, in An- swer to the Congratulatory one sent him from the Lodge, which was most kindly Rec* and Order'd to be Read by the Secratary, and is as follows, Viz'. R' Worsh' Brothers ! I have with much pleasure Receiv'd your respectful Congratula- tion of my >Safe Arrival to this Government, dated from your Lodge in Boston y' 3 of Last Month. From the Testimonials I carr\ 'd with me to London from your Lodge I was Receiv'd by the R'' Honourable the Grand Master ; and at the Lodges where I attended as a Worthy Brother ; I shall always with great Alac- rity show Respect & kindness to any one that may fall in my way, who is a Brother of the Society of Free and Accepted Masons ; and I am the more Gratified in the Kings Repeated Grace and Favour as it does me double Hon' in Clearing my Character from all Imputation, & setts me at the head of this fine Province, and may also Reflect some honour on the Society of Free and Ac- cepted Masons ; that the King has so Publickh- justified the Con- duct of a Brother in his Administration of the Government of two of His Slajesty'sProvinces In New England for Eleven Years together. I am much Oblig'd to the Brotheis of your Lodge for their kind Wishes of my Welfare and Prosperity in the Arduous affairs of Government, but above all that they extend them to my Obtaining a reward of hon' and happiness that shall be Eternal. I have been receiv'd by the Good People here with uncommon marks of Respect and kindness, which I shall return by all such Acts of Goodness in my Power, as may most of all contribute to their Interest, & to their quiet & Satisfaction. ISIay you E'' WoR^ii' Brothers, and all and every one of your Lodge live long in much health and Ease, and in such other Cir- cumstances of Life ;is you would wish for your Selves, and when this Life must be Exchang'd for One that will have no end May you all be Happy thro the Mercy of God in Jesus Christ Our only Lord and Saviour, Amen. From Kingswood House in the City of Burlington (New Jersey) this Sixth day of Octob' in the year of Masonry 5747. Annoq Domini 1747. sign'd J : Belcher. To the R' Worsh' Tho' Oxnard Esq' Provincial Grand Master of N" AmericaTheR' Wors' Master, Ward' &Fellows of theLodgeof the Ancient and hon'"'' Society of Free & Accepted Masons In Boston. Appendix. 393 II. COPY OF AN EXTRACT FROM THE RECORDS OF THE LODGE GLASGOW KILWINNING, FURNISHED BY BRO. D. MURRAY LYON, GRAND SECRETARY, AND DOCUMENTS RELATING THERETO. " At the Old Coffie house 2°* Novem' 1736. — Members present : " The R' Worshipful Jas. Montgomery pro Master : John Murdock " Pro. Sen' Wr& : Tho' Hamilton pro J. Warden : John Thomson, " George Murdock, James Craig, Robert Scot, Robert Draghorn, "Arthur Martine, Andrew Scot, Alexr. Wardrop ; John Telfier : " W"" Robb : Robert Hamilton : Roger Rodburn (visiting breihrn) . " At this meeting the following being presented by our trusty & "Well-beloved Brother Pathrick Robertson of New England, raer- " chant, from our Sister Lodge in Boston, this Lodge unanimously " agreed and ordered the said letter to be engross'd in the books " and also judge it proper that an answer thereto may be trans- " mitted by the hands of the above Brother James Montgomerie, ' ' pro M'. " Most Worthy and Dear Brethren : Our true affection for the whole Fraternity will not permit us to slip this favourable opportunity to give you sincere assurance of our due respect and regard for all our worthy Brethren. Our hearty good wishes we forward to you under the Care of our worthy Brother M'' Patherick Robertson, who is a well esteem'd member of our Lodge. It will perhaps be acceptable to you that we inform you our Lodge was Constituted here by our Right Worsliipful Master, Henry Price, Provinciall Grand Master, on the 31"' Day of August A.M. 5733, and is held at the Royal Exchange Tavern in King's Street, the second & fourth Wendsday of every month, and is adorned with the most eminent gentlemen of this great town, and keep up to its primitive beuty & purity.' We shall always be ready & desireous to Convince our Brethren, & particularly those of our R. Worshipfull Lodge, that we are with due respect. Most Worthy & Dear Brethren Your sincere Brothers & humble Serv'ts, Henry Price, G. M. James Gordon, D. P. G. M. F. BeTEILHE ROBT. TOMLINSON, M. Secretary. Hugh M'^Daniell, S' W. John Osborn, J' W. At Boston in New England, September the 1" A.D. 1736." 394 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. Fkeemasons' Hall, Edinboegh, Oct. 19. 1880. This is to certify that the above is a verbatim et literatim excerpt from the Minute Book of the Lodge Glasgow Kilwinning. D. Murray Lton, Grand Secretary. [Reply to the above letter.] Glasgow Kilwining Lodge 22"»Februarj A:D: 1736. [O.S.J Dear Brethren, This accompanies Cap' Robert Paisly, a worthy Member of our Lodge, by whom we take Occasion to acknowledge fhe receipt of your Obliging Letter of September 1" deliver* to Us by Brother Patrick Robertson which Notifyed to Us the Agreable News of Your having a regular Lodge in the Town of Boston Constituted A: M. 5733. It is with pleasure we learn that the Craft is in So flourishing a way wilh You, and that your Lodge is kept up in its Antient Sim- plicity & Beauty. We desire you'll accept of our Sincere affection & our hearts- good "Wishes for the prosperity, Unity & Harmony of our Sister Lodge and Shall be fond of every Opportunity of testifying with how much Esteem and Regard ; We Are Dear Brethren Yo' most Affectionate Bro" & most humble Servants W" RoBB. Sec'' James Montgomert M. John Telfier J. S. John Clarke D. M. James Craig S. S. John Mdrdock S. W. John Baird jun' J. W. [Address of the above letter. ] To The Right Worshipfull the Master the WorshipfuU the War- dens and the Worthy Brethren of the Lodge held at tlie Royal Exchange Tavern in King Street Boston in New England. [Reply to the same letter from Lodge in Edinburgh.] To The Right Worshipfull Robert Thomlinson Esq' Provincial Grand Master of New England at Boston. Thrice Worthy Brethren, Your letter presented by our worthy Brother M' Patrick Robert- son agreably Inform'd us of the Foundation and firm Establish- ment of your Lodge in Boston, We rejoice at it with exceeding Gladness And as we all have the interest of Masonry nearly at heart we Use our Outmost endeavours to promote its advancement, And we felt a very sensible pleasure from Bro' Robertson's rela- tion of your good Management and The true Spirit of Masom'y that so happily reigns amongst You. Appendix. 395 We are Confident that as Masonry is but in its Infancy in New England You will not fail to act the part of affectionate parents in Assisting its progress with tender : but assiduous Care and form its Constitution into an agreable and Convenient Shape by infusing a Social disposition, a Charitable will and an harmonious Spirit into every Brother. If true Masonry is thus rightly Cultivated in the beginning your prosperity will encrease, You will be strangers to disorder, & your Concord will outlast even time who has all things in his power : but the dissolution of Masonry. We Salute You well beloved Brethren with the Greeting of S' John and as your prosperity and harmony is already great, We wish it may daily encrease. We desire and will be forward in Continuing our Correspondance And we hope onr Brotherly Affec- tions will be strong enough to Surmount the Dangers of the Seas and overcome the distance of Our Situations. We are with Sincere Regard Yo' most affectionate Brethren and humble Servants Alex» Tait D : M. Edinburgh Ja° Hat S. W. 28 Jan'y 1736. Andkew Stme J. W. [O. S.] [The above Replies are from a MS. in the handwriting of Francis Beteilhe, the Secretary of the First Lodge in Boston, now in the Library of P. G-. M. Samuel C. Lawrence.] III. COPIES OF LETTERS AND OTHER DOCUMENTS IN THE AR- CHIVES OF THE GRAND LODGE OP MASSACHUSETTS. R' Worshipf & Dear Breth" ! We Esteem this Oppertunity by one of Our Principal Members M"^ Robert Jenkins a Loud call upon us to proffer our. most sincere Respects and hearty Well Wishes to our Mother Lodge, which we now do with true affection to you and all Our R' Worsh' and Lov- ing Brothers in England in Humble Hopes of your Acceptance ; and Referr you to this Our Brother for a particular Account of the Propagation of Masonry in N. England, who by his Constant attendance on and hearty regard for the Royal Art, has merited and Inherited the highest Dignity and Honours of Our Lodge under Our R' Worsh' G-rand Mas' and in all Offices done much Hon' & Advantage to Masonry, which has rendred him so Dear to us that although we are persuaded a small acquaintance with him will make more in his favour than all we can say, yet willing to express our regard for him we present him to you as a most Worthy Bro' & hope & desire you'l Testify y' Love for us in Conferring all the 396 Phoceedings m Masonry, 1733-92. favours upon him that he may require, which we are ready to acknowledge as an Obligation on us, & shall only wait an Oppor- tunityof returning y' Goodness to him, who we trust will Convince yoQ by his Masonal Abilities that we have a due Esteem for the Hon"' Craft, & are Dear Brethren ! Your Affectionate Brothers and most Humble Servants From the Lodge in Boston N. Engl'* held June 24'" Tho^ Aston M. A :D 1749. and of Masonry 5749. John Collson S : W. Cha^ Pelham Sec'. Samuel WATERHOnsE J : W. [The above letter was superscribed as follows :] The R' Worsh' Master Wardens and Brethren of any Regular Lodge In London. [The Document of which the following is a copy is superscribed "Humble Remonstrance of Masons in Boston &c to the G-. L. &c — 1751." Asking for the extension of Thomas Oxnard's authority over all North America.] To THE R'^ Hon"^^ & R'" Worshipful The Grand Master of England : The Humble Remonstrance of the R' Worshipful The First Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons, and the other Lodges, hereunto Subscribing — SHEWETH, That from the Acco" of the Transactions from the inchoation of Masonry in N° America 5733 to the present Year We have had successively Three Grand Masters Deputed from the Grand Lodge who have each in their respective Commissions been Dis- tinguish'd under the Title of Provincial Grand Masters of North America, Which Distinction if it implies Chief signifies that there may Divers Grand Masters in different Provinces who are still subordinate to him as Chief, and therefore from him and him only or his Deputy should solicit or Receive their Deputations which some Lodges have not Observ'd ; Or vice versa, if by Pro- vincial Grand Master is implied a Power vested in the Grand Master over that Province only wherein he Resides or to which he is appointed then our Grand Masters have Exceeded in Granting Deputations to Distant Provinces as Philadelphia, Carolina, An- tigua in the West Indies &c, which has prom[ot]ed so Considerably y* Interest of Masonry in North America, and which power if limited to that Restrain'd must have prov'd detrimental to the whole Craft, as must evidently appear from its present flourishing situation in those Lodges who have Ueceiv'd their Original from this Lodge. We therfore beg leave to observe to the R' Hon*"'* and R' Worsh' Grand Master that We have always look'd upon our Grand Mas- Appendix. 397 ters in the most General Obvious and uucircumscribed sence of the Word, and if his sentiments shou'd agree with ours Our Prajer is as Masonry in British America has wholly Originated from us, and has made and still continues to make such an un- expected Progress, That the R' Hon'''^ and E' Worshipful Grand Master would please to take our Prayer into Consideration and Grant to Our R' Worshipful Brother Thomas Oxnabd Esq" our present Grand Master or his successors for ever for the time being, a Full and Plenary Commission to act as Grand Master in and over all the Lodges in the Provinces of Massachusetts Bay, New Hampshire, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Providence, New York, New Jerseys, Pensilvania, Mary Land, Virginia, North and South Carolina's, Georgia, Newfound Land, and Nova Scotia, all which Provinces are Generally Distinguish'd under the Name of North America : And that all future Deputations or Constitutions be from him or his Deputy only, and all y" Lodges in the District as aforesaid, do Communicate and Correspond with the Grand Lodge in North America thus Constituted, that from thence an Account of their several Proceedings may be Transmitted Annually to the Grand Lodge in England, and as is now done by us, and to which we Referr you. Cha Brockwell M. ) John Leverett S : W. V Of the First Lodge. Daniel Gookin J : W. ) John Rowe M. Belthazer Bayard S : W. [- Of the Masters Lodge. Tho' Allan j": W. Colville M. Ja". Forbes S : W. J- Of the Second Lodge. Tho' Aston J : W. Cha= Pelham M. Tho' Newman S : W. J- Of the Third Lodge. John Indigot J : W. Dated at Boston N. England Octo' 7 A.D. 1751 and of Masonry 5751. Cha« Pelham G: S. [Copy of a paper in the handwriting of Charles Pelham, Sec- retary of the First or Royal Exchange Lodge, written in 1751.] A General List of the Brethren made in The First Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons in Boston, N. England, Also those Accepted Members in it ; with the Time when made or Admitted, from the First Foundation A.M. 6733. 398 Proceedings in MASONRr, 1733-92. Those with this (*) mark were made here. 5733 21. Tho" Oxnard, present July 30. Henry Price Andrew Belcher Esq' Tho' Kennelly G. M.* Rob' Boyd * Tho- McKnight * John Quan 23. Benj' Hallowell, pres' Henry Hope S.G.W.* Fred Hamilton Webber Gofton - James Gordon * 30. Fran" Johonot * John McNeal Rob' Smith * Peter Hall Hugh McDaniel, pres- Matthew Young ent D.G.M.* John \Yaddell Luke Vardy * Edm" Ellis Feb' 6. Rob' Oliver * William Gordon * William Frost* John Baker * 5736 Tho' .Moloney ' March 24. Cha- Bladwell * And' Halliburton * May 12. Patrick Robertson ■• Rob' Peasley * 31. John Frazier * Sam' Pemberton ' John Morris * John Gordon * June 9. John Fan'ell * Aug' 3. John Smith * Giles Vandelure * Sep' 12. Moses Slaughter * Hugget John Tho- Phillips * 23. James Crawford Nov 9. Peter Prescott * Benj* Brenton * Aug. 11. Shaw Mackintosh * James Stevenson * 19. Rob' ilcLean * Sep' 8. Nicho' Davis Feb' 27. William \\'alker * Nov' 10. Tho' Renolds * 5734 19. Peter Tomkins" May 22. William Wesson * Richard Parks * Benj' Pemberton 24. Arch" Ramsay • Juue 12. And" Scott Jan' 12. Nath' Bethim'e' 26. Noe Tyler 5737 July 24. Fran' Beteilhe * April 13. Sam' Stone * Aug' 14. Hugh Scott John Young May 11. Alex' French ' John ^Maxwell Sep' 4. Rob' Kenson * John Lyie June 8. Edw" C'lerke * Albert Demiie * Nov' 13. Rich" Patteshall * July 27. Tho" Pearson * Samuel Cui-wen • Aug. 24. Rich" Wolfe Dec' 11. Rob' Gardiner Octo. 12. Xath' Derby Anthoney Davis * 26. And' Hill * William Grice John Wa^horn 5735 Nov 9. John Tucker * Ocf 31. Alex' Gordon * Cha' Gordon * Peter Buckley * John Saint James Cerke 11. Joseph Smith • Tho" Moffatt [M.D.] 14. Erasmus Ja" Philipps * Nov 20. James Forbes * J. Sheriff Jan' 13. Rob' Tomlinson * Dec 14. Stephen Deblois ' John Overing * Jan' 25. James Carrel Tabbs * Benj' Barrens * Tho- Walker * Alex' Tran * Johu Hutchinson 14. William Hinton ' .•"uSS John Osborne * April 26. Eben' Swan * Appendix. 399 Aug. 3. 23. Sep' 28! Octo' 11. Nov' 8. Jan' 10. 6739 March 28. May 16. June 22. July 26. Sep' 12. 26. Octo. 24. Nov' 14. Nov 14. Dec- 12. 5740 April 3. July 28. Sep' 10. Octo. 8. Nov' 26. Deo' 24. Feb' 11. 25. 5741 Aug. 12. Sep' 9. Octo. 28. Jan' 27. Feb' 3. 10. John Cunningham ' Tho" Moncrieflf* John Tanner * Alex' Woodrop Alex' Bowman Peter Pelham * Leonard Lockman * Alex' Delavoux" William Morris * John Pringle * John Aliins * Rob' Jenkins * Lincy Wallis * James Montier John Nappier Caleb Phillips * Ja' Underdown ' Narias Vaughan * Edw" Keller* Tho- Smith* James Monk Hugh Surrey * John Lamport * Peter Dillon * Tim" M'Daniel * John Webster * The' Durf ey * John Furney * Rob' Charles * John Box pres' J.G. ■ W.* John Rowe * Sam' Waterhouse " John Rickman Henry Withered Pat. Tracey* John Right * Geo. Leddain * Edward Oliver * Edward Tuthill * Tho- Dunster * Peter Cade * Rob' Rand * William Maul * Daniel Hooper* Edward Cahill * George Ruggles * Samuel Rhodes * Benj" Marlow * Cha' Price * Bagwell Irish* William Bishop * Tho- Kilby * Mar. 10. 24. 6742 April 14. June 23. 28. July 14. Aug. 11. Octo. 13. Nov' 24. Dec 22. 5743 April 27. May 11. June 22. July 13. 27. Aug. 10. Nov' 9. 23. Jan' 11. Feb' 22. Mar. 14. 5744 May 9. June 13. Aug. 8. Sep' 12. Octo. 10. Nov 14. Dec' 26. Jan' 23. Mar. 13. 5746 April 10. July 1. 10. George Diamond * Phillip Audibert * John Lee * Henry Smithson * Cha' Gautier* Peter Cossett* Abraham Orpin * William Ball * William Starkey ' William Toy, Pass F. C. ^ Henry Lawrence * Tho° Ja' Gruchy Lewis Vassell * James Brunett * Tho' Campling James Sprowl * Joseph Smithurst * Joseph Murray * Edmund Ellis * Lewis Turner * George Willson * Arch Spencer John Shannon * Tho' Aston * Tho' Rind Allen John Amil * John Vanhartburger * Dan' Perchard * Benj" Ives * Edward Ellis * Henry Johnson • John Boutin * Jos. Holbrook * Abraham Reller Jon' Pue * Louis Demoulin * Rich'' White * Daniel Plaister * Sam' Winslow * William Coffin * Cha' Pelham* Lewis Dolobaratz * Peter Pelham Jun' * Belviel* James Gough * Rob' Glover Rich" Hood * Daniel Marquand * Daniel Byles * James Hewetson * Rich" Smith ♦ 400 Peoceedings in Masonet, 1733-92, 24. William Coffin Jun' * Feb' 10. Jon' Dwight * Aug. 14. Anth" D'Laboulerdree* James Abercrombie • Peter Phill : Cha' { S'Paul* S 24. Paul Binney * Mar. 23. Benj' Smithers * Tho' Cross 5748 ) Dec 24. William Merchant ' ^lay 11. Jeremiah Gridley * Jan' 22. John Jones Beltha' Bayard * John Phillips June 22. John James * Rich" Gridley Sidney George * Mar. 12. Barnard Townsend * Benj' Brimsdon * July 13. Nich'Ferritor Tho" Vavasour 5746 1 27. Mich'Buttler* May 29. Rob' Williams • Octo. 12. William Dalton Octo. 8. John Woods, Rev" 25. And' Ramsay, pass" 13. Rob' McKennen* F.C. Nov' 12. John Bradford * Joseph Sherburne * W- EUery Jon* Fuller • Jan' 14. Rob' Cummins Jon* Rush, pass F. C. J ames Day * Nov' 17. William Ross * Barth° Svere * Fran" Baulos ' Jon' Prescott * 23. David Littlejohn Newcomin Herbert * Feb' 8. Benj' Stoddard * And' Irwin * Peter M-Taggart* And' Dure * Elias D'Larue * Joseph Aberry * 574£ 1 Estes Hatch * April 12. Hugh McKay Jan' 28. Rev" Cha" Brockwell ) King's Chaplain ^ May 10. Rob' Gardner James Euing * William Day * July 26. Paul Douxsaint * Pet«r Hammond * Lewis Peach * William Martin * Samuel Massey ' Simeon Potter * Aug. 23. Rob' Anderson, pass" Feb' 11. Benj* Stansbury F.C. 5747 Octo. 11. Henry Leddel * May 27. And' McKenzie pass'd F.C. John Bennett * Benj' Clifford * July 22. Arch" Grayham ' Sam' Calef * Sep' 9. John Rae * Benj' Badger * 23. Rob' Bowers ' John Leverett ? pass'd Will»Epps I F.C. John Salmon, pass'd F.C. Edm" Quincy Octo. 28. Cha' Gorwood D» Henry Bowsers Nov" 3. Sampson Hodge* Hugh Hardgrove * John Conally * Nov 8. Peter Oliver John Indigot Ja' Thompson * 26. Alex' Malcolm pass'd James Bruce * F.C. 22. John Huston Dec' 23. John Huske * 5749 Jan' 13. Rev" Alex' Malcolm ' Aeneas McKay * Sam' Levins * Tho" Newton • Sam' Stone * Dec' 22. ^lartin Beker * Roscow Sweeny' Jacob Tuthill * Gilbert Faulkner * Sam' Wells, pass'd 27. William Norris * F.C. Pat : Montgomerie ' Jan' 10. Jos. Gorham * Tho- Bogle * John Brown * Feb' Mar. 6750 May Aug. Appekdix. 40 11. James Stewart * Goto. 10. The' Kennaway William Tyler * 24. R' Hon'" Lord Colvil Nath' Gilman * William Alexander * 14. Hugh Purdie ' Rev" Sam' Quincy, pass'd F.C. Dec' 26. Tho- Swan William Davis Rob' Fenton Jacob Packard * 28. Walter Logan JaV 23. William Harvey 9. Benj" Hallowell Jun' Feb' 13. Daniel Gooking Joseph Rundell * John Odin 27. John Cathqart * Forbes Patterson ' Simon Tufts * 575] L. Fran' Wells * July 24. John Irvin 23. Ephraim Cook ' Aug. 28. Joseph Turton ' 22. Tho- Allen, pass'dF.C. Richard Neal * A List of the Members Accepted in the Masters Lodge in Bos- ton from its Founding in y° Year of Masonry 5738. Those with this * mark were Rais'd here : Henry Price Hugh McDaniel pres' D.G.M. * John Waghorn Fran' Betelhie Tho- Oxnard pres' G.M. * Tho" Walker * And' Halliburton Ja" Stevenson * John Overing John Hutchinson Ja' Forbes Alex' French Benj* Hallowell pres' S.G.W. Luke Vardy Geo. Moncrief * Tho' Phillips Fran' Johonot John Farrell John Hamilton * S' Clair * Rob* Tomlinson Peter Nappier * Rob' Jenkins * The' Campling Peter Pelham * Henry Withered John Box pres' J.G.W.* Tho' Kilby * Lewis Turner Rob' Charles Caleb Phillips Edw" Cahill Peter Buckley Tho' Aston * John Boutin * Phill. Audibert * Jon* Pue * Henry Johnson * Tim° M'Daniel * R. White * Edw" Ellis * Lewis Demouline * W° Coffin * John Boutin Rob' Glover » Tho' Cross * Cha' Pelham * Tho" Ja" Grachy ' James Gough * Rich-i Gridley * Jo" Holbrooke * Jn° Woods * Sam' Waterhouse * James Day * John Collson * Rob' Williams * Hull* Rev* Cha'Brockwell John Huske * And' M'Kenzie " Dalton * W° Day * And" Ramsay ' Aeneas M°Kay * Jon' Dwight * Belth' Bayard * Tho" Pearson * John Rowe * Hugh M'Kay Peter Oliver Jon' Fuller * John Rae * Sam' LeV'Cns * Alex' Ross * 402 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. W"Epps* W" Tyler- Edm" Quincy ' W" Down Chevers * Benj" Clifford * R' Hon"" Lord Colvill • Henry Bowers ' Tho' Allen * [M.D.] John Leverett * Ja' Tompson * Rob' Jenkins * Dan' Gooking ' John Brown * _ David Littlejohn Benj" Stoddard * ' Tho' Keonaway * Gilbert Faulkner • W° Harvey * Rev^ Sam' Quincy ' Joshua Gee * Sam' Calef * Pat. Montgomerie ' Hugh Purdie * Jos. Gardner * Henry Leddell * John Phillips * John Indigot * Jos. Turton * "Walter Logan ' Rich^ Neal * Tho" Neivman * [Copy of a letter written by Henry Price to the Grand 'Secretary of the Grand Lodge of England, desiring a Deputation for Jeremy Gridley.] Worth}' and Dear Bro' It was with the utmost pleasure I saw a Letter from j'ou to the Hon*"'' Feter Leigh Esq"^ with his Deputation appointing him Grand Master of South Carolina the last Year and whom I have had the pleasure of seeing in our Lodges in Boston. I would Inform you that as I Rec'' mv Deputation from the Right Hon"' Lord Montague in April 1733 S'ign'd by Tho" Batson Esq'' D.G.M. George Rook and James Moor Smith Esq" G.W. made out by Bro' Reed late Grand Secretary for North America, which I held four Years and Constituted several Lodges, and was suc- ceeded in the office by Bro : Tomlinson, and after him Bro : Oxnard who Dying it Reverted back to me again according to the Consti- tutions. Now with my consent all the Brethren in North America have made Choice of our Bro' Jeremy Gridley Esq' Councellor at Law to be Grand Master for Three Years, and then the Brethren to have power to Continue him or apply for a new Grand Master, and as our numbers of Gentlemen increase here and we are the oldest (or first Constituted) Regular Lodge in America, We have made application to the Grand Master of England for our said Bro' Gridley, which application and Three Guineas we sent p. Cap' John Phillips last Dec' to our Rev* Bro Entick Minister at Stepney desiring him to forward the affair, but we are surpriz'd that we have not yet Rec'* the Deputation nor a Line from Bro Eutick, whose Receipt we have for The Three Guineas p'^to liim by the Said Cap' John Phillips who using the London Trade may be now found at the new England Coffee House at Change Time. I Therefore beg the favour of you to make enquiiy after the Money, and application Transmitted as afoiesaid to Bro' Entick and as much as in you lies forw'' the affair, which I shall acknowl- edge as a great favour and will be a Service to JNIasonry in These parts. Appendix. 403 Masonry has had as great Success in America since my Settling here as in any part of the World (except England) . Here is not less than Forty Lodges sprung from my First Lodge in Boston. There- fore we desire that our Deputation may be made out for all North America or over all North America. I shall be glad of a few Lines from you even though you should have made out and forwarded our Deputation before this Reaches you ; as I shall have sundry things to Communicate to you from Time to Time and cannot do it but by Letter to you, most of my old acquaintance of Masons being either Dead or Remov'd from London. I have some remote thoughts of once more seeing London with all my Brethren in the Grand Lodge after Twenty Two Years absence, In the mean Time I am Sir ! Your most afCect° and faithful Bro"' and Humb Serv' Boston New England Aug 6, 1755. [Regular Notification for Grand Lodge.] Boston Decem' 20"' 1756. Right Worshipfull Bro' [Seal.] I liave received orders from our Right "Worshipfull Bro' Jeremy Gridley Esq' Provincial Grand Master of North America to Summons the Master and Wardens of all Regular Lodges within his district to attend him att the Royal Exchange Tavern in King Street Boston the Second Friday in January next being Grand Lodge 01- Quarterly Communication. You are desired to attend with your wardens and bring what Charity your Lodge shall think Proper for the Relief of Poor Brethren. I am Right Worshipfull Your Humble Serv' & Bro' John Leveeett G.S. To Henry Price Esq' Master of the Masters Lodge of Free & Accepted Masons In Boston. [Regulations for Charity, 1757.] As the Number of Free and Accepted Masons in North America are daily increasing and it is thought Proper to raise a fund for Charity to relieve distress'd Brothers, for Regulations thereof , and to make so noble a part of our Institution the more effectual. The Committee appointed on this behalf Propose the Following Articles Viz' 404 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. First. That it be recommended to the Several Lodges within our Juris- diction that every member of any regular Lodge subscribe his name in the Lodge he belongs to, for the quarterly payment of what sum he pleases during his pleasure towards a fund of General Charity, and that it be not expected anj' Brother should pay in more than one Lodge, though he belongs to more. Second. That the money received for Charity shall be paid Quarterly by the Treasurers of the Several Lodges to the Grand Treasurer, and the Grand Treasurer shall give every Treasurer a receipt for the Money so received and enter it in the Grand Lodge Accounts. Third. That every Lodge shall be Credited for Moneys sent by them for Charity and every member that regularly Contributes his name shall be Registered in the Grand Lodge Book with the Sum he contributes, and he in case of any unfortunate accident to himself and family shall be intitled to all the Moneys he from time to time shall have contributed for the use of Charity aforesaid and as much more as the Committee appointed for that Purpose shall think proper, provided their be Interest in Stock. Fourth. That the Moneys received from the Treasurers of the Several Lodges when the Sum so receiv'd exceeds Twenty Pounds LawfuU Money in the hands of the Grand Treasurer, shall be putt out at Interest and shall not till further order be lent to any Person with- out the approbation of the Grand Lodge who annually shall choose a Committee to regulate this particular article, which Committee shall report every Quarterly Communication that every Lodge may know in what manner the Money is disposed off. Fifth. That none of the Stock shall be expend'd on Charity unless such accidents happens as represented in the third Clause, but when the Stock brings in any Interest then the Interest arrisiug from the money lent may be given away by the Members of the Grand Lodge at every quarterly Communication provided any Poor Brethren or family ap|)lys for this Charity which must be done in writing unless the Member is present, if any should, apply before the Interest is Sufficient to help them its hoped the Brethren will be generous anough to relieve the distressed either by Sub- scription or otherways. Sixth. That the Borrower of any Money let at Interest shall give Bond and Land Security to the Grand Treasurer & Committee appointed for that purpose for the disposal and use of the Grand Lodge, and Appendix. 405 to preserve harmony in the Lodge, its order'd that no Mason shall have any of the Money let at Interest or be Bondsmen for those that have. Seventh. That there shall also be kept a Book to Register the Names of all Visiting Brothers that frequent any Lodge within our direction and if any visiting Brother will be generous enough to give any- thing to this generous and Laudable fund of Charity, he shall always be intitled in Case of distress to the Sum he contributes, which shall be registred in the Grand Lodge Accounts, and these Regulations shall be sent to all the Lodges in our district as Op- portunity offers, and shall be laid on the Table every time the Lodge meets, as Licensed & directed by the Grand Master that every Member may see how the Stock stands and in what manner the contribution succeeds in all the Lodges which are desired to report every Quarterly Communication. Eighth. As the Lodges at New Hampshire Newport Connetieutt, and Nova Scotia within our district may Contribute to the universal Charity they are always intitled as if Present in Boston and shall have the same Relief by application from the Master and Wardens of any Lodge within our district as if Present. Nineth. That the Grand Treasurer shall be annually Chosen by the Grand Lodge and whosoever is nominated shall not be appointed unless Two thirds of the Votes of the members Present are in his Favour. Jer : Gkidley Henry Price James Forbes Rich° Geidlet Rob'' Jenkins Rob'' Williams John Rowe Hugh M°Daniel. Boston Jan^ 14'" 5757. At a Grand Lodge or Quarterly Communication held at the Royal Exchange Tavern this Evening the above and foregoing Regulations for Charity were presented by the Committee ap- pointed for that Purpose, which were distinctly read, and Voted article by article to be the standing regulations for Charity. John Leverett, G. S. [Copy of a letter sent to all the Lodges in the Jurisdiction by order of the Grand Master.] Boston March 27"" 1758. R' WorshipfuU Brother By direction of our R' WorshipfuU Brother Jeremy Gridley Esq' Grand master of Masons for North America. I am to Inform you he hath receiv'd Orders from the R' Worship- 406 Proceedings jn Masoitoy, 1733-92. full D G M: of Masons in England to return a List of all the Lodges in his District. I therefore require that you Forthwith send an account of your Lodge Viz' when Constituted, where held, what number of Brethren made since the Constitution with their Names, as also the Names of the Present members with their proper Officers, and the Night of your Meeting, so that they may be registred in the Grand Lodge in England. The Charge of which will be three Guineas from each Lodge to send home Otherwise you cannot expect to find your Lodge on said List, which I think proper to Inform you off, that you may forward said Sum with your List, which will be forwarded by the Grand master by the first Oppor- tunity after all the List[s] are Collected, the sooner Its done the Better. I greet you with Brotherly Love and am with Kespect Y" Bro' Rob'' Jenkins D. G. M. To the R' worshipful! Master of the Lodge at Newport. List of J. Gridley R Jenkins H. Price H. MacDaniel Ja' Forbes Jn° Row Jn" Box R. Gridly J. Leverit C Pelham R. Williams Jo' Gardener A. Oliver T. Dipper H. Liddle S. Holbrook A MacNeal S Calfe Ez. Price MacKenzey S. Quinsev Ditto Edw"^ Quinsey A Padoek W" Burbank ]Masons Invited to Dec"- 1760. [See Isa Gridly J a' Tomson W-^Tomson W° Torry Ja' Russell T. Walley A Johnnot W" Bell H Roads J Wheelwright J- Jove FA^ Blanchard Jo' Calender Jo' Webb Rich Salter B. Barnerd Cap Cluston H. Atkins Stone J. Ballard Ab™ Savage Better Bourn G Jefferds H. Simpson J Tucke Y' feast of S' Johns at Ballards p. 69 of this volume.] W'Appleton Cap' Go. Willson Ph' Dumersque Cap' Ja' Bruce Nath' Abraliams Cap' Jn° Cathcart Rich Billins ju"^ Cap' CuUem Billins Cap' Portter W" Doble W"' Day Cap' Malcomb A. Bracket Cap.Jn'FreemanP. Boyer N. Tavlor Ja' Boyd W" I-Ioskins Edw* Davis Sam' Blodget Moses Deshon Sam' Hardcassle Tho° Urann Ivers .lob Prince Cap' P. Lewis Chris' Prince Cap. B. Phillip Jos'" Miller W" Johnson Durant Jn° Downs Jn° Hurd !Muncreif Col. Baglev Mick' Trulel Amuell Jn° Arbuthnot Elij.ah Davis W" Tricher Pain Jo' Mein B Halloway B. Halloway junr Brigs Halloway J. Ottis S. Dexter W" Biatle A. Belcher B. Pemberton Tho. Oliver J. Gorden W"" Coffen Appendix. 407 Fitch Pool Sam' Gridly J: Ervin N. Coffen Step' Deblois Jo' Scot Jn" Gore S. Barrat Rich'' Hooten Jn° Melvin Sam' Swift Nath Hurd Jo" Welch Ja° Flagg. N Bethun Doc"' Austin Lewis Deblois Maj' — Scot. J 11° Gerrish J Bradford Tho' Pearson Cap' Ingersol N. Wheelwright Ditto Junr H. Vassell Cap' Fortesque Tim>' MacDunell Varnon Cap' Scot Jn° Dupee T. Bradford Doc"" — Kast W" Nichols Col Prible T Well Col Jona'" Hore W" Don Chifers Jn" Box jn' Jo' Tyler Jo' Jackson Jn° Emory Balz"^ Byerd W"" Murry Doc' Ja' Pecker CoP Fry Jn° Furness F. Francis Johonote Doc' W" Lee Perkins Cap' Bennitony : °F. [Letter from the. Grand Sec'y of England to Henry Price & his reply.] Right Worshipful Sir, As Brother Spencer's long illness may have prevented him from returning an Answer in course to you, I am ordered b^- His Grace Henry Somerset, Duke of Beaufort, Our Most Worshipful Grand Master, and the Hon. Charles Dillon, his Deputy, to acknowledge the receipt of yours, dated 27"' Jan^ 1768 [See' p. 133 et seq. of this volume.] inclosing a Letter from the Provincial Grand Lodge at Boston to the Grand Lodge in England, in favour of Brother Jackson, with Cash for four Lodges constituted in America ; which have been duly registered, agreeable to your desire : But for the future I mnst request you immediately to forward to me an account of every Lodge when constituted, otherwise it is not to be expected they can rank in their Order of precedency. I know not how your name should have been omitted in the List of Provincials ; but Brother Robert Tomlinson, Esq' is the first appearing in Our Books for any part of America during the Grand Mastership of the Earl of Loudon in 1736. These mistakes might have been long since rectified, if you had kept up, according to your Charter a regular annual Correspondence with the Grand Lodge. However, as it appears by some loose papers in my Pos- session that you had resigned in favour of John Rowe, Esq' His Grace desires yoii will forward a letter to me relating to this point, per first opportunity, that the Provincialship may be properly settled, with an account of the date of his warrant. No deputa- tion which has been granted since your appointment for any part of America, can affect you, as their authority can only extend over those provinces where no other Provincial Grand Master is ap- pointed. The success of Masonry in America under j'our patronage we learn with pleasure, and shall be ready on all occasions to express our sincere affection and esteem for those who study to [)romote its increase and prosperity. In the present eras the Society flourishes all over the world ; I have the pleasure to inform you that not only 408 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. their Royal Highnesses the Dukes of Gloucester and Cumberland have joined the fi-aternitv, but also the first Noblemen in Europe, vouchsafe to patronize our mysteries. Our noble Grand Master and Deputy are resolved to revive the antient splendor of the Order by having it incorporated, with all expedition, a plan which cannot fail to merit the encomiums of all good masons, and previous thereto, the inclosed Regulations were confirmed at Our last Communication, which we hope will be duly enforced bj' you ; and earnestly recommended to all the I/odges under your jurisdiction. A speed}- Answer to this, with the several Contributions to the Charity, and the money collected by the new Regulations, you are requested to forward to me as soon as possible ; also a particular account of the Lodges in your province, as numbered at your Quarterly Communications with the names of their members and the places where and time when held that the General List of Lodges may be corrected. His Grace desires this may be duly attended to, and that you do regularly transmit at least once in a year the transactions of your Provincial Grand Lodge, with such sums as may be collected from the several Lodges under your au- thority for the General Fund of Charitj' and the other purposes of the Grand Lodge in conformity to the established Laws of the Craft as contained in the Book of Constitutions. The quarterly donations from this fund distributed to relieve distressed masons are much increased of late 3-ears, which we hope will induce every Lodge in America liberalh- to contribute towards the support of this excellent Charity. I here send the particul.irs of our Cash account as stated at Last Communication, by which you will be able to judge of the utilitv of this establishment. I have the honor to be, with all due respect. Right Worshipful Sir, Your affectionate Brother and Obedient Humble Servant, New Bond Street Tno. French G. S. London, 29"" Nov' 1768. [Reply to the foregoing. J Boston New England 3* June 1769. Right Worshipful Sir I here acknowledge the Receipt of yours dated Nov' 29"' 1768, which came to hand the 27* April Lit" and acquaints me with the Design of our most Worshipful Grand Master His Grace the Duke of Beaufort of getting the Antient Society of Masons Incorporated ; this noble and high Intention of his Grace cannot fail of exciting Joy in the Minds of the Brothers; and if accomplished of giving the Craft its former Lustre. I laid j-our Grand Committee's Regulation before our Provincial Grand Lodge for their Approbation, whereupon they chose a Com- mittee for that purpose, [See p. 170 of this volume.] and I shall Appendix. 409 forward everything that is necessary to the other Provincial Grand Lodges on this Continent upon the like Occasion. The Society being Incorporated must have a good Effect and be pleasing to every good Brother. Dear Sir it would be tedious to explain the Matter of my re- signing as Provincial Grand Master : I recommended our Right Worshipful Brother John Rowe Esq' to be Provincial Grand Master of New England, but you cannot find that I ever gave up my own Appointment over all North America ; this by the Blessing of God I shall explain to you and all our Right Worshipful Brothers face to face in London, somfe time in the Fall, as my Business will then call me home. I assure you Sir that 1 always had and still retain the Interest of Masonry at Heart ; I have divers things of conse- quence to advise of, relative thereto, which cannot be so well Communicated by the Pen as in Person ; then we may settle the Provincial Grand Masters and Rank the Lodges properly. I acknowledge the tender Regard that his Grace, and the Hon''''' Charles Dillon our Right Worshipful D. G. M have for the Brother- hood in America, and therefore Conclude with high Esteem for, and Brotherly Duty to, his Grace, The Hon'''° Charles Dillon and the Right Worshipful Brothers of the Grand Lodge of Masons ih England. 1 have the Honor to be with all due Respect ^ Right Worshipful Brother Your Affectionate and Obedient Humble Servant [Reply to the foregoing, see p. 178 of this volume.] Doctors Commons 6"" Sept' 1769. Sir/ I am favored with your Letter of the 3* June last, ad- dressed to Bro' French late Grand Secretary, wherein you intimate an intention of coming home some time in the Fall, and of setling with him the Provincial Grand Lodges &c. As I have had the honour of being appointed B' French's Suc- cessor in the office of Grand Sec"^ I beg leave to assure you that I shall have a peculiar satisfaction in being honored with your Masonic intelligence on all occasions, and shall be happy to see you in London whenever your affairs may call you thither. I find . by your above mentioned favor that you have received the design of His Grace of Beaufort for Incorporating the Society, which design, I am sorry to say, remains incomplete at this time ; owing to the opposition of a discontented party, who we are in- formed have, for reasons known only to themselves, applied to the Lodges abroad. In order therefore to set the Transactions on this occasion in a proper light I have, by the Grand Master's directions, printed a state of the proceedings in Grand Lodge rela- tive thereto, which I now inclose to you Sir ; [See pp. 40H-11 of this volume.] and request the favour of you to forward the same to the Lodges in America, except those in Canada, North and South 410 Pkoceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. Carolina, to which Lodges I have forwarded the same myself. I beg j-ou'U pardon the trouble of this application, and believe me to be with Truth and sincerity Sir Your most affectionate Bro' & obedient Servant Ja^ Heseltise G.S. Henry Price Esq' P.G.M. for America. Please to direct to me Proctor in Doctors Commons London. [Incorporation of Grand Lodge of England. Communication to S' John's Grand Lodge, Boston.] Right "Worshipful Master, and Brethren, His Grace the Duke of Beaufort^ our present most worshipful Grand Master, determined that the Lodges under the English con- stitution in distant parts, should not only enjoy the commou patron- age and protection of the Grand Lodge, (as heretofore,) but also be informed of every important transaction therein ; has directed the following proceedings to be laid before you. When his Grace entered upon the office of Grand Master, desir- ous of pursuing every measure that could promote the prosperity and dignity of the Craft, he consulted the annals of our Order, and found, that the fraternity had in former periods, acted under the sanction of Royal Charters; as in the reign of 'King Athel- stan^ and so lately as that of Henry the Vlth. But he observed with concern, that those records had been unfortunately lost, through the intestine broils and confusion which happened after- wards. These observations excited in his Grace a design of obtaining a new Charter of Incorporation from our present most gracious Sovereign ; firmly persuaded that such Charter could not fail of producing the most advantageous consequences to the Craft ; for though he observed that the society had flourished of late years, and augmented its fund by degrees, to a capital or about loOO 1. yet he could not doubt of its increase having been greatly retarded, through the insuflBciency, and instability of the security on which such Fund depended ; which objections, he apprehended, would, in future, be totally obviated by a Charter of Incorporation; as it would raise us from a self-created body, to a legal permanent es- tablishment; would put us on a more respectable footing in the eye oftlie public; would enable us effectually to secure our property, and recover legacies, and other donations with azithonty, consequently to enlarge our contributions to the distressed, and render our charity more generally beneficial; circumstances abundantly sufficient to evince the necessity and utility of a Royal Charter. His Grace's Itind intentions haying met with the general appro- bation of bis gi-and officers, he desired the Deputy Grand Master to acquaint the society therewith. Accordingly, at a committee of charity, held the 21st of October last, the design was communicated Appendix. 411 to the Masters of Lodges then present, who highly approved of such a measure ; but thought it would be proper first to consider of the means for raising a fund to build a Hall, purchase Furniture and Jewels, &c. for the use of the Grand Lodge. In consequence of this determination, a scheme was formed for raising money to answer those purposes, eajcteswe of the Grand Fund of Charity, and a meeting of the Grand Officers, with the Masters of Lodges, was called by advertisement, in order to settle such scheme, which, after various alterations and amendments, was then unmiimoushj approved of. Notwithstanding the most perfect harmony and cordiality appeared at the several meetings before mentioned, and the Craft in general, seemed pleased with the conduct of theGi'and Officers, and highly applauded their endeavours to serve the society. ; yet this harmony was of short duration, for before the next Grand Lodge, a set of brethren, some of them past Grand Officers, (whether from an envious apprehension that the measures at this time pursuing would eclipse every thing that passed in their re- spective administrations, or from pique and disappointment at their not being continued in office, is uncertain,) formed an opposition to every act of the brethren then in office ; and at the quarter!}' communication held the 29th of that month, various debates en- sued relative to the scheme; but on putting the question for con- firrnation, it was, by a very great majority, approved of. Disappointed in this attempt, theopposers took every Method to inflame the minds of the brethren by artful insinuations against the intended Charter ; which they apprehended would be the next consideration of the society. They accordingly visited Lodges in all parts of London, and endeavoured to persuade them that the freedom and universality of the society would be destroyed bj' a Charter of Incorporation, and that they were determined to support its liberty and independance. But these insinuations, however artful and plausible, were not attended with any great success ; the brethren in general, saw through the mask, and treated them with proper contempt; fully convinced, that nothing more was meant by the Incorporation, than to render the society more respectable and permanent, without affecting the universality, or the fundamental laws thereof, in any manner whatever. By insinuations, however, of this sort, a report prevailed, that a great number of the society disapproved of an Incorporation, which induced the Grand Master to call a meeting of the Grand OflScers, and Masters of Lodges, to know their final sentiments on this point; when, out of near 100 present, there appeared only 12 or 15 who dissented : The rest applauded the measures taken, and signed a respectful letter to the Grand Master, returning him thanks for his past conduct, and requesting him to proceed, so far as to have a form of the intended Charter drawn up, and sent to the several Lodges for their approbation ; which the Deputy Giand Master assured them should he done, before any farther steps were taken ; alledging that the Grand Lodge only could determine, whether the society should be Incorporated or not. 412 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. But how vain were all those efforts to preserve peace and har- mony ; disappointments in succession, drove the discontented to desperate means; desperate indeed they were; for immediately after the last public meeting, the Master, and Past Master of a Private Lodge, in the name of that Lodge, caused a caveat to he entered in one of the Offices, through which the Charter was to pass ; with a view, if possible, to deter the society from prosecuting their laudable intentions ; thereby creating a necessity to have a hearing before the Crown Lawyers, as to the utility of a measure, which could only be argued with propriety, in the Grand Lodge ; and this step was taicen, even before any plan of the charier could be prepared, and before they knew, whether by the tenour thereof, the society would have the least reason to regret what had been done. This audacious proceeding, did not, however, pass unnoticed ; a complaint was made against the Lodge, for daring to enter such a caveat, and thereby counteracting the aiitliority and determination of the Grand Lodge. At the Quarterly Communication, held the 28th of April last, the brethren voted this Lodge guilty of a high offence; and a motion was made, tliat their constitution should be talten away, which would undoubtedly have been the case, so incensed was the society at their proceedings ; had not the Master desired permis- sion, (as an atonement for the offence,) to ask jjiiblic pardon, which he accordingly did ; and the Lodge was thereupon restored to favour. At the same Grand Lodge the Deputy Grand Master informed the brethren, that, agreeable to his promise, a plan of the intended Charter of Incorporation had been sent to the several Lodges for their approbation, and that the following return had been received. For the Incorporation 168 Lodges, against it 43. A motion was then made, and the question put, whether the society should, or should not be Incorporated, and it was agaiu carried in the affirma- tive, by a very great majority. After this fresh check, the party had recourse to their usual mode of procedure. A private meeting was called, to cqnsider of the steps necessary to be taken in support of their Cause ; when some few Enthusiasts proposed an attempt to divide the Society ; but this Motion was over-ruled by the more moderate part of the Company, who it seems were of opinion, that the Caveat, already entered, should remain, (notwithstanding the determination of tlie Grand Lodge) and the Charter be opposed ; and in case their Objections should be over-ruled, and the Incor- poration take place ; then to attempt a division, and set up a new {pretended) Grand Master ; with which Resolution the Meeting broke up. Yet in this they will probably be deceived, as no Nobleman or gentleman can approve of heiiaviour, so directly repugnant to the Laws and Principles of our Order, calculated to suppress all party Cai)als, and to encourage Harmony and Peace. In this situation Affairs remain at present, and as they are of Appendix. 413 the utmost concern to this society, the Grand Master was un- willing to omit this opportunity of transmitting you an account thereof. I shall only add, that as Transactions of the best tendency, may (by a disappointed Party) be represented as fraught with the blackest and most pernicious consequences ; the most Worshipful Grand Master trusts, that if any application should be made to our brethren abroad, they will be treated with proper contempt, and that the respective Lodges will transmit to me the purport of such applications. Be assured the present Grand Officers have ever had the real interests of the society at heart ; and it is expected, notwithstanding all opposition, that the Charter of Incorporation will be obtained, (of which you shall have proper notice) and that it will tend to the general good of the Ciaft ; for with that view, and that atone, it was first proposed. Your contributions as usual, will be received with due respect. I wish the brotherhood every happiness, and remain with sincere regard, Right Worshipful Master, and Brethren, Your Most Affectionate Brother, Doctors Commons June 10, 1769. James Heseltine, G. S. [Copy of a Letter from Henry Price, in his own handwriting, " to M"' Ja' Heseltine Procktor in Docters Commons London. Sent in Cap' Hood Via Bristol."] Boston New England Jan' 29 : 1770. WorshipfuU Brother, Sir/ T Wrote to you in Decem'' Last Acknowledging the Re- ceiving your Packet Dated Sep' the Sixth in Which Came the proseedings of the Grand Lodge with your favour to Me to be Recommended to the Grand Lodges hear in favour of a Boyall Charter, I have Communicated it to Our Brothers in as Many Distant Lodges as I Can Acording to the Season of tlie year Whare wee are Burried up with Snow. On friday the twenty Sixth Instant Was Our G. Lodge in boston thare I Laid your Instrucktions before a full Grand Lodge of Brothers after a Debate of Sum time it Was Unanimously Voted in f av' of a Charter which they apprehended Necessary for the Society as with out one Charity Could Not be Carried on With that Speiret that Was first Designed in Masonry. Our Brothers of the G. Lodge Earnestly beg that you would forwiird a Coppie of the Intended or Compleated Charter to Me as soon as May bie. after that if God bless Me I intend for Loudon — thare I wiU Give the Grand Lodge a true State of Masonry in America. In tlie ]Meane While I Remeain to the Most Worshipful! his Grace of Beaufort G M : the Grand Lodge and nil the well wishers to a Charter thair Moste Obediant Hum'''" Ser' and faithfuU Bro'. 414 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. Doctors Commons IS* Februaiy 1770. Sir/ I have duly received j-our Favor of the 20"" December last, the contents of which have been comunicated to the Grand Master, and have the pleasure to assure you — That your Sentiments on the subject of Incorporation gave him much pleasure. Such an Establishment cannot, I think, fail of answering the most salutary purposes to the Society — and indeed the Opinion of the Grand Lodge, fully justifies mj' Ideas ; for there are not, at this time, more than 12 or 14 Lodges who dissent, but those dissentients give a great deal of trouble, owing to their having the property of the Society so much in their power, that I'm afraid we shall be obliged to File a Bill in Chancer3' for the recovery thereof. This Prop- erty stands in the Bank, amounting to £1300 ; and is there invested in the Names of the Treasurer, and his two Sureties. One of those Sureties refuses to give up the JNIoney, according to the directions of the Grand Lodge ; and as the Obligees are of the same Opinion ■ — A Bill in Equity is our only remedy. The Incorporation is therefore at a stand till the determination of this point, which is the principal Obstacle to its Execution. As soon as anything farther is done, you may depend on hearing from me. I have Inclosed the Grand Treasurer's account of Contributions at the last Grand Lodge, for your Information ; and trust you will be kind enough to forward the several Pacquets agreably to their directions — which will greatly oblige Sir Your Most Obedient Servant and Faithful Brother Ja'^ Heseltine G.S. Henrt Price Esq' at Boston P.G.M. for America. [The above letter was brought over by " Cap' Bumble."] A List of the voluntary Contributions made by the Right Worshipful Grand Lodge. [See p. 211 et seq. of this volume. Autograph Signatures.] February 25"" 1774. John Rowe One hundred Dollars. Paid 30 „ , 0. Abr™ Savage One Guinea Paid 1 „ 8 , 0. John Box One Guinea Paid 1 „ 8 , 0. Joseph Gardner one Guinea Paid 1 „ 8 , 0. Tho : Brown one Guinea Paid 1 „ 8 , 0. John Box Jnn' one Guinea Paid 1 „ 8 , 0. Jos. Russell Two Pounds Lmoney Paid ■^ 11 , 0. Job Prince Sixteen dollars 4 „ 16 , 0. Rich'' Salter One Guinea Paid 1 1, 8 , 0. Tho' Aylwin One Guinea Paid 1 „ 8 , 0. Nath' Patten one Guinea 1 n 8 , 0. Eben' Bridgham One Guinea paid 1 ,, 8 , 0. Appendix. 415 Edward Carnes one Ginne Paid 1 Eob' Williams One Guinea 1 John Inman One Guinea Paid 1 James Selkrig five Dollars Paid 1 Job Wheelwright fore Dollars 1 William Burbeck Ten Dollars Paid 3 Peter Roberts One Guinea paid 1 B. M. Holmes one Guinea 1 Samuel Barrett two Pounds eight Shillings Paid 2 Henrv Price 6 ' Paid 1 Benj" Jackson four dollars 1 Gabriel Johonnot 3 John Marston one Guinea Paid 1 W-^Gooch Paid 1 Benj Loring Paid 1 James Carter Nicholas Vazeilhs Paid 2 John Tiley 1 Arch* McNeill four dollors 1 William Crafts Paid 1 Nath' Balch 4 DoUers Paid 1 Joseph Ingersoll Paid 1 John Joy one Guiney Paid 1 John Fleemino- One Guinea 1 Whole Not paid £92 24 8 „ 8 „ 10 „ 4 ,, „ 8 „ 8 ,, 8 „ „ 8 „ 4 „ 8 „ 4 ,, 4 ,, — 12 „ — 8 „ — 2 „ 11 4 ,, — 8 „ 4 ,, — 8„- 0„ 11 14„11 Paid Treasurer J. Gardner £67 ,, 6 ,, 0. [The original of the above is endorsed — as follows : " Subscription for the Grand Stock Feb^ 25 5774."] [The Letter of which the following is a Copy refers to one Benjamin Walcot, of Boston, a prisoner.] The Grand Lodge is informed by the R : W : D : G : M That a Brother now a Prisoner here for Rebellion desired to Visit the Lodges the Request was made to him j'esterday by an inhabitant of the Town who sais he is a Mason he was informed the request would be made to the Grand Lodge this Even : & their Sentiments communicated to him. The Grand Lodge recomands to the Brother who is Prisoner a due consideration of the Second Grand Charge in tlie Constitution Book as he may not have the Book by him the following is Copy A Mason is a peaceable Subject to the Civil powers wherever he resides or works & is never to be concerned in plots or con- spiritys against the peace or welfare of the Nation, nor to behave himself undutifuUy to inferior Magistrates ; for as Masonry hath 416 Pkoceedings is Masonry, 1733-92. been always injured by War, Bloodshed and Confusion, so ancient Kings & Princes have been much disposed to incourage the Craftsmen, because of their peaceableness & Loyalty, whereby they practically answered the Cavils of their Adversarys & pro- moted the honor of the Fraternity, who ever flourished in times of peace. So that if a Brother should be a Eebel against the state he is not to be countenanced in his Rebellion however he may be pitied as an unhappy Man ; & if convicted of no other crime, tho the Loyal Brotherhood must and ought to disown his Re- bellion, & give no Umbrage or Ground of political Jealousy to the Government for the time being; they can't expell him from the Lodge, & his relation to it remains indefeasible. Besides the above Law, tis difficult to know how the Brother can spend time out of prison from 7 to 10 OClock at Night — the Master of no Lodge in this City can permit a Vissitor to stay in the Lodge after he has received the Civilitys of a Mason, if his Company be disagreable to any one Member — our unhappy Brother while he persists in Rebellious principles will be disagre- able to the members of each Lodge. Grand Lodge, Quebec 1" September 1777. [Letter of Tho. Brown to John Rowe Esq. G. M. See p. 220 of this volume.] Halifax, October 18. 1784. Sir, On Sepf 6. I received your Letter bearing Date August 20. but my present Business, namely School-keeping, has prevented my replying 'till this time ; and do now acquaint you, that I have in my possession, a bound Book of Records, a large Silver Seal, the Secretary's Jewel and Collar, a Subscription Book, and a File of Papers, all belonging to the Grand Lodge, under your Jurisdiction, which 1 brought from Boston, while in the Office of Grand Secretary ; and do assure you, that considering the Antiquity of the Records, and the usefulness of the Seal and Jewel to your Grand Lodge, am surprized that no earlier Application has been made to me respect- ing them, — for my own part, I view them as consequential Mat- ters, and unfit to be trusted in the hands of any indifferent Man — and no other to my knowledge has appeared here from Boston, since your Request reached me. I am ready aud willing to deliver the Articles to any Person properly authorized either by the Grand Lodge or yourself to receive them, and give me a Receipt for them. Inclosed is my Account with the Grand Lodge, liy which you will find a Balance of £3., 9,, 10 Lawful Money due to me as Grand Secretary, which is strictly just, aud which I think the Lodge can have no reasonable objection against discharging im- mediately ; and which I as a faithful, laborious Servant in my late Office have a right to expect, and my present Circumstances Appendix. 417 urge for, and shall depend upon its being done by the Person who may be authorized to call on me for the Articles you request. 1 have also a bound Book of Bye-Laws, and a bound Book of Records, the Property of the Second Lodge, which I am willing to deliver with the other Matters, if requested. I am with all due Respect Sir, John Rowe, Esq' Your most humble Servant, Tho : Brown. IV. MASONIC EXTRACTS FROM AN UNPUBLISHED DIARY OF JOHN ROWE, GRAND MASTER FROM 1768-1787. Oct. 26. 1764. Spent the Evening at the Grand Lodge with Jeremy Gridley Esqr — Robert Jenkins Sen"' John Box Sen' Brother Price, James Forbes, Edm* Quincy Juu' Rich'' Gridley, Tho' Walley , Jos Man, Job Wheelwright, John Cutler Archibald M°Neal, Joseph Russell, John Box jun' & Tho' Urann — came home about nine of Clock, ****** Oct 29. 1764. Spent the Evening at M" Cordis with the Free- masons, M' Price. Mr Rob' Jenkins M' Rich'' Gridley, M'Edmuud Quincy Junr, M' M-'Neal, M' John Cutler M' Ja° Box Sen' M' Jn° Box Jun', Job Wheelwright, Tho' Urann & Brother Joy made Two Brothers, Tho' Downs & M' Braley. Fryday Nouember 2^ 1764. Spent the Evening at the Masters Lodge with the following Brethren Bro Jery "Gridley, Bro Rich'' Gridley Bro Price Bro' John Box Sen' Bro Edm'' Quincy Juu' Bro Calendar Bro' John Box Jun' Bro Joy Bro Wheelwright Bro Mc- Keal Bro Johnnot Bro' Man Brother Savage Bro' Urann Moses Pitcher Bro' Fitcli Bro' Cutler. Wednesday November 24. 1764. Spent the Evening atM" Cordis with M' Jerry Gridley M' Henry Price Mr Rich'' Gridley Bro Rob' Jenkins. Bro John Box Sen' Bro Jn° Box Jun' Bro' Edm'' Quincy Junr Bro Tho' Brown, Bro Archibald M'^Neal Bro Savage Bro' Doctor Gardiner Bro John Cutler. Bro' Joy, Bro' Wheelwright Bro Russell. Bro W'" Jackson Bro Lewis Gray — these Gentlemen were of Committee to Adjust the Lodge Abco''. Wednesday Decmiber 19., 1764. Clear Cold Weather. Wind ]Sr° West, continued very cold all the whole Day — din'd at home could not go to Cambridge for tlie Severity of the Weather — Spent the Evening at the Free Masons Lodge with the following Brethren, • R. W. Bro Jerry Gridley Bro Jn° Cutler Master J. Rowe W"" Jackson Sen' Warden Bro Jn" Box Sen' Sam Fitch Jun Warden Rich" Gridley Tho' Downe Hugh arOaniel^ Tho' Urann 418 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. December 27, Din'd with versary Feast of follow^ Brethren. Henry Simpson ', Geo Jefferys Moses Pitcher Rich* Salter Joseph Russell ] Abram Savage Seth Blodgett ; Jn° Bernard Jn° Perkins Jn" Rice, Made this Evening Bro Bradley. 1764. the Brethren of S' Johns Lodge being the Anni- St. Johns Lodge at which were Present the ¥Am^ Quincy Jun' Sam' Swift Jn° Box Jun' James Jackson) W" Lee Perkins W"Tyng And Lapier Nath Hurd Christo Clark Archibald M'Neal Jn" Joy And Casneau Jos Mann J. Wheelwright J. Box Jun' Sam Quincy Sam Fitch " Shubal Hews Hugh M'Daniel Seth Blodget John Bryant George Gardner Christo Clark Jn° Amiel M' Fourier Ph Dumaresq Edm* Quincy J' Lewis Gra3' -James Jackson "W" Jackson W" Perkins Tho' Dawes Elias Dupee John Perkins And Lapier Jn" Blake Jerry Gridley Esq. Henry Price J Rowe Rob' Jenkins Rich* Gridley Arch. M'^Neal Abram Savage J. Cutler Jn" Box Sen' Jn° Gardner Edm* Quincy Jun' W" Tyng And. Johnnot Jos Goldthwait James Charity. with the aforesaid Company AYe Spent the Day very agreeably & very Joyfully — I dont Remembers' John as long as I have belong'd to the Fraternity has been Celebrated with more De- corum & More pleasure. Monday January 21" 1765. Spent the Evening at the Royal Exchange with the Grand Committee of Charity being R. AY. Jerrv Gridley Esq — Bro Price Brother Rich* Gridley Bro Jn" Cutler Bro D' Gardiner Bro Edm* Quincy Junr. Bro M^Xeal Bro Savage and Bro' Fitch. Fryday January 25. 1765. Spent part of the Evening at ]NIr Blodgetts with the Grand Lodge. Jerry Gridley Esq. Bro Henry Price Bro Jenkins Sen' Bro Forbes Bro Rich* Gridley Bro Edm* Quincy Jun' Bro Jn" Box Sen' Bro Jn° Box jun' Bro M'Xeal Bro Savage Bro Jn° Cutler Bro Joy Bro Man Bro Tyng Bro Wheelwright Bro Tho" Brown Bro Walley. Friday J.jjr(7 26, 1765. Spent the Evening at M' Blodgetts with the Grand Lodge, Appendix. 419 Present, Jerry Gridley, Myself, Richard Gridley, Rob' Jenkins Bro' Jn° Box Setf, Bro Jn° Box jun' Doctor Gardiner Bro : Savage Bro Cutler Bro Joy Bro Wheelwright Bro Man Bro Russell. Fryday Aprill 25, 176&. Spent the Evening at M'' Blodgetts With the Grand Lodge viz' Jerr3' Gridley Esq Bro H Price Bro Jenkins Bro Rich'' Gridley Bro Jn° Box Sen' Bro D' Jos Gardner Bro M°Neal Bro Savage Bro Wiilley Bro Cutler Bro Quincy Jun' Bro Jn" Box Jun' Bro Fitch Bro Joy, Bro Wheelwright Bro Russell Bro Liddell, Bro Lewis Gray, and Bro W" Tyng — this Evening a Committee from S' Andrews Lodge presented A Memorial to the Grand Lodge upon which they appointed a Committee to meet them on Monday Evening and Adjourn'd to next Fryday Evening. [See p. 103 of this volume.] Fryday May 2'' Spent the Evening at the Grand Lodge with Jerry Gridley Hugh M'Daniel Rob' Jenkins, Rich" Gridley Edm'' Quincy Jun' John Cutler Henry Leddell John Russell Sam' Fitch Jos Gardner, John Russell Sam' Fitch, W" Tyng, Tho' Walley, Joseph Gardner, Arch'' M°Neal W" Jackson and Bro John Box Juu' & John Joy. Tuesday June 24'" 1766. St Johns Day, a fine morning. Wind west, din'd at M' John Greatons of Roxbury with Jery Gridle^' Esq & Thirty-nine other Brethren of the- Fraternity, there was an Elegant Entertainment. Fryday, December 26, 1766. Spent the Evening with the Free Masons Committee of Charity. Jerry Gridley Rich'' Gridley John Cutler Rob' Jenkins Abram Savage, Archibald M°Neal M'^ Russell and Hugh M'^Daniel, at Coldu' IngersoUs. April 24. 1767. Friday. Spent the Evening at the Grand Loiige with Rich'* Gridley, John Box Sen' Rob' Jenkins, Archibald M°NeMl, John Cutler John Box jun' Cap' John Bradford, M' Loring Tho' Walley Bro : Russell Bro Fitch Bro. Joy, Bro Savage. 24th June 1767 Wednesday. Din'd at M' Greatons with forty-three Brethren, I presided The Right Wor.shipfuU Brother Gridley being Sick. The Brethren l^resent as Follows : Myself, Bro Henry Price, John Box Senr, Hugh M°Daniel, Arcliibald M'^JN'eal, Jn" Cutler Abram Savage. Andrew Johnnot, Benj" Loring, W" Hickling Joseph Russell Thomas Brown Rich'' Sailer, Caleb Blanchard, Edw'' Blanchard, Jos Webb, W"" Jackson, James Jackson, Cap' Jacobson, Colo Ingersol Sam' Perkins, John Bryant, L. Cox. W" Fitch Tho' Wally, Nat Hurd, John Box junr. J Munro, John Marston Jona Amory, John Wharton, Tlio' Fleet, Tlio' Knight, J. Piemont, Francis Welch, Lewis Gray, Jos Gardner, Edw'' Carnes, W'" Hoskins Edw'* Church Daniel Jones Mr Flagg & Bro Clarke. 420 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. Thursday, August 27, 1767. This afternoon The Grand Lodge met on the Affair of Concert Hall. Fryday, September 4"' 1767. Spent the Evening at the Grand Lodge, with the Masters and Wardens of the three Regular Lodges. 12* Sept. Friday. A Eainy Morning, Wind at East. Last Night at Eleven O'clock departed this Life Jerry Gridly Esqr Grand Master of Masons & Kings Attornej'. » » * * The Brethren met together this Afternoon to Consult ab° the Funeral procession of Our Brother Gridly to-morrow — Several Votes were past which will be Recorded in the Grand Lodge Book. [See p. 118 et seq. of this volume.] 12"' Sep' Saturday 1767. Cool & Fair Wind, in the Afternoon I attended the Funeral of Our Right Worshipful JeiTy Gridly Esqr. Grand Master, as Deputy Grand Master, the Officers of his Regi- ment Marclied in Order First, then the Brethren of S' Andrews Lodge, then the Stewards of the Grand Lodge, then the Brethren Promiscuously two & two, then the Wardens of the Second Lodge, then the Wardens of the first Lodge, then the Wardens of the Masters Lodge, then the three Masters of the three Several Lodges — then the past Grand Officers & the Treasurer, then the Grand Wardens then myself as Deputy Grand Master, then the Tyler with the Grand Masters Jewell on a Black Velvet Cushion — the Corpse — the Bearers were the Lieu' Governour, Judge Trowbridge, Justice Hubbard, John Erving Sen' Esqr, James Otis Esqr & M' Samuel Fitch. Then followed the Relations — after them the Lawyers in their Robes — then the Gentlemen of the Town & then a great many Coaches, Chariots, & chaises. — Such a multitude of Spectators, I never Saw at any time before since I have been in New England. — after his Body was Interr'd wee Return'd in Form to the Town house (from whence his corps was taken from at the Beginning of the Procession,) in the Same Order as wee first Walked. — I do not much approve of Such parade & Show — but as it was his & his Relations desire, I could not well Avoid giving my Consent. I think the Number of the Brethren that Attended was 161. • — upon the Whole it was as well Conducted & in As Good Order as the Nature of it would admit. [See pp. 117-124 of this volume.] Fryday, October 2'' 1767. Spent part of the Evening at the Grand Lodge at Colo Ingersols present, myself Bro. Jenkins Bro Jn° Cutler — Bro M^Neal Bro Savage Bro W" Jackson Bro Fitch Bro W alley Bro John Joy Brother Box Sen' & Brother Box Junior. 80'" December, Wednesday. \_1767'] Dined at Colonel Ingersols with the Free Masons at the Celebra- tion of S' John. Present Brother Heiirv Price G : M. Myself D. G. M. Bro M'Neal Si G. W. Bro Jn° Cutler J. G. W. Appendix. 421 Colo Whiting of Newhaven, Bro. Cap' Smith Bro Benj" Loring Bro John Joy Bro Phillip Diimaresq Bro Francis Welch Bro Benj" Torrey, Colo Rich'' Gridley, Bro Tho' Brown Jn° Bryant, Brother John Box Sen' Bro. Jn" Box jun' Bro Fitch, Bro Savage, Bro : Walley — Bro Russell, Bro Job Prince, Bro Edw'* Carnes Bro Daniel Jones, Bro : W"" Jopes. Bro Shub Hews Bro Joseph Gard- ner, Bro Joshua Gardner Bro : Christi) Clark — Bro Lewis Gray — Bro : Moore, Bro Stephenson, Elk" Jones, John Foster Williams, Bro. Josepli Henderson, Bro Palfrey, Bro John Blake, Bro Rich* Salter Bro. Winslow Taylor, Bro Andrew Cazneau Bro Tho' Knights Bro Munro Benj" Homans Bro Henry L'eddell, Bro Nat Hurd, Jii° Johnson. Bro. Piemont 46. afterwards Wee were Joyned by Bro. Rob' Jenkins Benj" Jackson Henry Johnson 49. Fnjday Jany 22 [i76S] Spent the Evening at the Grand Lodge at CoP Ingersolls, pres- ent, Bro Henry Price — Bro Rich" Grid ly Bro Hugh M^Daniel, ]\Iyself , Bro' Rob' Jenkins Bro John Box Sen'", Bro M°Neal, Bro John Cutler, Bro Joseph Gardner, Bro Abram Savage Bro W" Jackson, Bro James Jackson Brother John Box Jun' Bro. Hick- ling Bro : Loring Bro Joseph Russell, Bro John Joy, Brother Tho' Brown. Monday Jany 25 [if 68'] Very Stormy & Snow. — Spent an hour at Colo Ingersols with the Committee f lom the Grand Lodge. — Present — Bro : Price Brother M^Daniel Bro Jenkins Bro Rich'^ Gridley Bro Jn° Box Jun' Myself, Bro John Cutler Bro W" Jackson & Brother Savage. [See p. 132 of this volume.] 24 June Fryday 11768'] S' Johns Day. A Damp morning. Wind Southerly, Dined at Mr Greatons at Roxbury with the following Brethren. Bro Hfnry Price, Bro Rich"* Gridley, Bro Hugh M'Daniel, Bro Box Sen"^ & Jun' Bro Abram Savage, Bro' John Cutler, Bro Archibald M"Neal, Bro' Tho' Walley, Bro Caleb Blanchard, Bro Doctor Gardiner Bro D' W™ Lee Perkins, Bro Samuel Swift, Bro Fitch the Lawyer, Bro Cap' Dunn, Bro Jos Gardner Shopkeeper, Bro Colo IngersoU, Bro M'Daniel Bookeeper Bro Cap' W" .Jackson, Bro Deacon Dan' Jones, Bro Joseph Russell, Bro' James Jackson, Bro Tho' Brown, Bro John Bryant, Bro Phillip Dumaresq, Bro Francis Welsh, Bro Benj" Loring, Bro Lewis Gray, Bro Joseph Henderson, Bro Rich* Salter, Bro Winslow Taylor, Bro Benj Homans — Bro William Burbank, Bro Joseph Webb, Bro Elish Avery, Bro W" Jones, Bro Nat Hurd, — Bro And Johnnot, Bro W" Hickling, Bro Thomas Fleet, Bro Benj Jackson, Bro Horany Bro Marsten Bro Joseph Calendar, Bro Philip Duma- resq, Brother Paschal Nellson Smith, Bro Tho' Phillips, Bro George Spooner, Bro Edw* Carnes Bio Peter Roberts, Bro W" Hoskins, Bro W™ Gooch Bro. John Piemont, Brother Lemuel Cox, Bro Levi Jennings. Wee Spent the Afternoon very Agreably. 422 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. 5 October Wednesday [lids'] After Dinner a Committee from tlie Grand Lodge, Bro Ricli'^ Gridley Bro Jenkins & Bro John Cutler they Presented Mee the Commission from the Duke of Beaufort appointing Mee Grand Master of N° America. [See p. 138 of this volume.] 23'' November Wednesday \_1768'\. A fine Morning, W. AVest. I had the honour & pleasure of being Installed Grand Master of Masons for North America at Concert Hall this Morning, this was a very Solemn Ceremony, after the Installation the AVhole Frater- nity i)roceeded in Order and marched in Procession from Concert Hall Round the Town House, accompanied with Two Bands of Musitk the 59 & 64 Regiments to Trinity Church, The Rev" M-^ Walter Read Prayers & Our Worthy Brother the Rev" M' Bnss of Newberry Preached from the 21" Chapter of S' John & part of the 'id* Averse — The Disciple whom Jesus loved — after Service wee Returned in Procession to Concert Hall & dined on an Elegant Entertainment provided by a Committee Appointed by the Grand Lodge, there were One hundred and thirty-four Brethren present." Wee spent the Afternoon very Chearfully & in Good Order, which did honour to the Craft. 1 came home at Eight of Clock in the Evening. [See pp. 148-161 of this volume.] 30 Nomnbfr Wednesday \_176S'] Spent the Evening at Free Masons Lodge. 14 December Wednesday [i 76'S'] Spent the Evening at the Free Masons Lodge at Colo IngersoUs, Twenty-Six in Company. 27 December Tuesday [iZ^S] A fine Day. Wee Celebrated the Feast of S' John at Colo IngersoUs where Wee bad a very Elegant Dinner & 48 present. [See p. 163 of this volume.] ^ William Jones W" Coffin Sen^ Christopher Clark Cap' Blake Cap' Hunter Tho' Fleet W° Jackson James Jackson Joseph Jackson jun"' Bro Tho' AV alley Joseph Gardner Andrew Johnnot Benj' Loring W™ Hickling Tho' Brown John Marston 27 JanryFryday [1769] Spent the Evening at the Grand Lodge. John Rowe Rich" Gridley Hugh M'Daniel John Box Sen"' Jn° Box jun' Archibald M'Neal Abram Savage John Cutler Sam' Fitch James Otis Joseph Ingersol Josepli Russell John Nazro Job Prince Tho' Knight Rob' Jenkins Winslow Taj-lor Joseph Callender George Spooner Daniel Jones Peter Roberts W" Jones W"" Hoskins W^Gooch Jacob M'^Daniel Lemuel Cox Jn° Briant Benj" Homans Edw" Carnes Elisha Avery Lewis Gray Benj" Jackson. Present — MySelf, Bro. ArPENDix. 423 Hich'* Gridley Bro Jenkins Bro Jn" Box Sen' Brother M°Neal Bro .In" Cutler Bro W™ Jackson Bro Sam Fitch Bro Savage, Bro Jos Gardner, Bro. Fleet Bro Tho' Brown, Bro Wheelwright Bro Job Prince Bro Russell. 24 June Saturday \_1769']. S' John's Day. Very hot. Wind at South, din'd at the Kings Arms on Boston Neck with the Free Masons. [See p. 173 of this volume.] A Ver}' Elegant Dinner. Present. MySelf Bro D' Lee Perkins Bi'O. Balch Bro Eich* Gridley Bro W™ Jones Bro Stavers Bro Hugh M°Daniel Bro Jery Wheelwright Bro James M°Daniel Bro Jn" Box Sen' The Rev'' Bro Cotton Bro Leigh Bro Jn° Box jun' Bro Jos IngersoU Bro Hickling Bro Henry Price Bro Jn" Marstoii Bro Loring Bro Jn° Cutler Bro Jos Russell Bro Dumaresq Bro Arch* M°Neal Bro Edw"* Carnes Bro Joseph Henderson Hro Abram Savage Bro John Head Bro Hartly. Bro Tho' Brown Bro Clark of Milton Bro Tim" Folger Bro Gerrish of Newberry Bro Caleb Blanchard Bro Joseph Webb Bro Sam' Fitch Bro Tho» Knights Bro W" Cotfln Sen' Bro John Joy Bro D' Roberts Bro James Jackson Bro D' Jos. Gardiner Bro Benj* Jackson 27 Decern'' Wednesday \_1769'] S' Johns Day, fine Weather. Din'd at Colo Ingersolls with the Brotherhood. Present My Self, Colo Gridley, M' Sara' Fitch, James Otis Esqr John Box Sen' John Box jun' M' John Cutler M' Archib'' M^Neal, M' W" Jones, D' Jos Gardner, M' Jos Calendar M' Tho' Knight Cap' John Copethorn Cap' Jn° Blake, M' Lewis Gray M' Abram Savage, M'Tho' Brown, Cap' Job Prince, M' Edw* Carnes, M' Smith of the Beaver, Jos Russell Joseph Jackson jun' W" Jackson M' Hanners from the West Indies Rob' Jenkins M' Sam' Calef M' Edm" Quincv Jun' M'Job Wheelwright M' Barnard, M' Williams M' Sam' Swift M' Jos : Calendar M' Rich'' Salter. 2'' April Monday ^1770'] [See p. 178 of this volume.] Afternoon I attended the Funeral of my old Acquaintance Brother Hugh M'^Daniel & was one of his Bearers together with John Erving Esq' M' Peter Chardin Jos Henshaw Esq. M' W" Cofl3n Sen' & M' Timothy Fitch. The Brotherhood walk'd in Procession before the Corps & made a handsome Appearance. 26 June Tuesday [1770] a fine morning W. N.-W. I din'd at Greatons at Roxbury with the Free Masons. Present. [See p. 179 of this volume.] MySelf Bro Burbeck Bro Chris Prince Bro Rich* Gridley Bro Wheelwright Bro Nat Patten Bro Box Sen' Bro Jos. Webb W" Barrett Bro H. Price Bro W™ Jones Peter Roberts 424 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. Bro E. Jenkins Bio John Cutler Bro Ar. M'Neal Bro Abr Savage Bro Tho" W alley Bro Tho' Knight Bro Job Prince Bro Edw'^ Carnes Bro Jn° Brj-ant Bro Clark of ]Milton Bro Cap' Jacobson Bro Jn° Box Jiin' Bro H. Leddell Bro Loring Bro Tho" Bracket Bro John Joy Bro Tho" Fleet Bro Jos Russell Bro Tho' Brown Bro Ezek' Price Bro Lewis Gray Bro Bowers Bro Jn° Marston Bro Duniaresq Bro McCarthy fl" Bro George Spooner Bro John Monro Bro Mat. Hutchins Benj. Jackson Jacob M'^Daniell "SV" Turner Cap' De Silvier Mungo M'Kay Hulda Slocum . Jn° Foster Williams. 27 December Thursday \1770'\ Snow for the third time. S' Johns Day I din'd at Colo IngersoU with my Brethren the Free Masons. Present. Mv Self Bro Gridley Bro H Price, Bro Blake, Bro Jos Gold- thwiiit, Bro Savage Bro Arch'* ^Nl'Neal, Bro Cutler Bro Smith Bro Piopert, Bro Job Prince Bro Carnes Bro Palmes Bro Barnard Bro Wheelwright Bro Calendar. Bro Clark Bro Sam' Fitch Bro W°' Jones Bro Knight Bro Tho AValley Bro Jos Russell Bro Tho Brown Bro Gray Bro Dumaresq, Bro Barrett Bro Roberts Bro Benj" Loring Bro Fleet Bro Ben Jackson Bro W" Gooch, Matthew Hutchins, Lewis Gray M'. Alwine Jos : IngersoU John Perkins Will"" Turner W" Barrett Shuball Hews Jos Henderson James Selkrigg Peter Roberts & Sam' Torrev. [See p. 181 of this vol- ume.] 23 June Tuesday \_1771'\ very fine Weather. I din'd at M' Bracket's with the Free Masons at the Celebration of S' John pres- ent 32. [See p. 187 of this volume.] MySelf Bro Henry Price Bro Rich"" Gridley, Bro Rob' Jenkins Bro Jos : Gardiner Bro W" Coffin Bro John Cutler Bro Abram Savage Bro Jos Russell Bro Joseph Palmes Bro John Dean Bro Jos Dean Bro Arch"" M'^Xeal Bro W™ Jones Bro Jos : Carnes Bro M'Daniel Bro AV" Gooch Bro Tho' Knight Bro Burbank, Bro Clark, Bro Hutchins Bro Tho' Fleet, Bro W" Barrett Bro W" Turner, Bro Peter Roberts Bio John Box jun Bro Benj Jackson, Bro Sam' Swift Bro Joy, Bro Barnard Bro. — 27 December Fryday 11771] Still Cold, a Little milder than Yesterday. S' John's Day. I din'd at Colo IngersoUs with the Brethren, 41 Present. [See p. 191 of this volume.] JlySelf, Colo Gridley M' Rob' Jenkins, Old M' Coffin Bro M'IS'eiil Cap' Blake Bro' John Cutler Broth' Savage Bro' W"° Turner Bro Job Pjince Bro Jos Carnes. Bro Marston Bro Wheel- wiight, Bro Bernard Bro Kniglit Bro Tho' Brown Bro Folger Bro M'Daniel Bro Tho' Fleet, Bro Clark of Milton Bro' Jackson, Bro Benj' Holmes Bro Haynes Bro M'^^Kay Bro Bridgham Bro Gardner Appendix. 425 Bro Ingersoll Bro Calendar Bro Box jiin' Bro Eussell Bro Dunday Bro Smith Bro W" Jones Bro Henderson Bro Loring Bro Hutchins Bro McCarthy Bro Roberts Bro Blodgett Bro Scarb" Gridly Bro W" Gooch Bro Dumaresq Bro' Homans. 24 June Wednftsdny 11772] S' Johns Day, D' Warreu & his Lodge walkd in procession to D' Byles Church wliere A Sermon was Preached by M' Nam' Fah'weather — I dind with the Lodges under my Care at Brother Bracketts. [See p. 194, also pp. 240 et seq. of this volume.] Present. MySelf, Bro Price Bro Jenkins Bro Fitch, Bro Benson, Bro' Balch, Bro Cutler, Bro Savage, Bro M°Neal. Bro Brown, Bro Jones, Bro CotHn, Bro Wheelwright, Bro Knight, Bro Carnes, Bro Fleet, Bro Beiij Jackson. Bro Roberts Bro Box Sen' Bro Box Jun' Bro Dumaresq, Bro Hutchins, Bro Gooch, Bro Ingersoll Bro Leddell, Bro Gardner, Bro Bridgham, Bro Welch, Bro Spooner, Bro Sam' Barrat Bro D' Church, Bro Fleming .Joseph Adams, Bro Jennings Bro Hews, Bro Christie Bro Joy & Bro Homans. 27 June [1772'] Saturday. D' Church & others petitioned mee to be set off to Another Lodge. [See p. 195 of this volume.] 29 June [1772] Monday D' Church p* mee a Visit after Dinner ab° the Matter of the New Lodge. 24 July Fryday [1772] I Spent the Evening at the Grand Lodge with Bro Jenkins Bro Box Sen' Bro Box jun' Bro Cutler Bro Savage Bro Fleet, Bro Gooch Bro Joy and Bro Homans. 28 December [1772] Monday The Weather Soft W. W.N.W. I din'd at Colo Ingersolls with the Brethren being the Cele- bration of S' John. Present. MySelf, Bro : Henry Price, Bro. Rich"* Gridley Bro John Box Sen' Bro John Box Jun' Bro Arch* M'^Neal Bro."^Tho' Brown Bro Church Bro D' Gardner Bro Williams Bro Jn° Cutler Bro Abram Savage Bro Jos Ingersoll Bro Tho' Fleet: Bro Jos Calendar, Bro Carnes — Bro Job Prince, Bro Jacobson, Bro .Jn° Bryant Bro : Eben Bridgham, Bro John Fleming Bro Benj" Jackson Bro Jn° Gray ' Bro Jn" Hitch Bro Will"" Jackson Bro Mathew Hutchins, Bro Tho' Knight Bro : James Selldrigg Bro Jn° Joy, Bro Job Wheel- wright Bro Sam Lloyd Bro Shuball Hews Bro Homans. Wee Spent the Day very Cheerfully. [See p. 198 of this volume.] 29 Janry Fryday [1773] very smart Cold. W.N.W. Spent the Evening at Colo Ingersolls with the Members of the Grand Lodge. [See p. 199 of this volume.] Present. MySelf. Bro Jn° Cutler Bro Abram Savage Bro .Jenkins Bro Archibald M'Neall Bro Jn° Box Bro Jn''Box jun' Bro Rich" Salter Bro Jos Russell Bro Sam' Ji'itch Bro Tho' Knight Bro Job I^riuce Bro Doctor Church Bro Fleming Bro Tho° Browne, Bro Eben' 426 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. Bridgham Bro D'' Joseph Gardner Bro Patten Bro Lloyd Bro Jos Carnes Bro James Otis Brother Skee Bro Homans. 24 June \1773~\ Thursday. S' Johns Day. fine weather. 1 attended the Brethren at then- Feast at Brackets on Boston Neck Present. MySelf, The 'Vrorshipfiill D' Warren who favoiird the Lodges with his Company. [See p. 204 of this vohime.] Bro Henry Price Bro Rob' Jenkins. Bro Archibald M'^Neall Bro Job Prince Bro Abram Savage, Bro Sam Fitch Bro Jos Gardner Bro Tho" Brown Bro John Box Bro The' Knights Rich'' Salter Gabriel Johnot Eben Bridgham Jn° Inman .In" Box jnn"^ Hawes Hatch Benf Loriug Will'" Gooch Job Wheelwright Mathew Hiitchins Estes How Nat Barber jun'^ Edw"" Carnes Jn° Steel Tyler. Caleb Blanchard, John Marston, Joseph lugersoll Rich* Clark. Abraham Ozier, Henry Leddell WiU" Welshman W" Burbeek W" Palfrey Tho' Alywin Esq. Alex' Mackey. Jn° Boies Shulial Hews Tho' Fleet Jon-'Pierpoiut, Jonathan Amory W" Tyler John Silby John Joy Sam Lloyd Peter Roberts & Benj" Homans. Wee Spent the Day agreeably & very Cheerfully. 2 Xoc \_1773'] Tuesday. Mr Rowe writes of the " Adver- tisement" "stuck up at almost every corner" requesting Freemen to meet at " Liberty Tree this day at Twelve o'clock," '• Nov 3. 1773. O. C. Secretary." Xov 3'' 1773 The Gentlemen to whom the Tea was Supposed to be Consignd did not obey the Summons and make their appearance at Liberty Tree, (as per Advertisement) upon which the Sons of Liberty appointed a Committee to go & Wait of them to know their Determination, upon which this Committee with a Large Concourse of People went from Liberty Tree to the Store of M' Rich'' Clark & Sons at the Bottom of Kingstreet where tbey found M' Richard Clark ^V Benj" Faneuill the Goveriiour[s] two Sons lV: Mr Jos Winslow of JIarshfield who are the Gentlemen These Teas are supposed to be Consignd too. There was Severall of their Friends there with them Colo Hatch of Dorchester Judge Lee of Cambridge M' Nat Cary M'' Tho' Laughton M' Jn° Winslow & manv others. M"^ Mollineaux as Chairman of this Committee then Read to them a paper & producd another which they Requird them to sign &c — M"^ Rich'' Clark & the other Gentlemen gave them for Answer — they would not Comply with their Request, or words to that purpose — this was an Unexpected Answer to them & has given them much Displeasure. The principal! People that accompanied M"' Mollineaux were as Follows — M' Sam' Adams, M' W" Dennie, M"^ .lohn Pitt, Colo Heath of Eoxbury D"^ Church D'^ Warren D'' Young Cap' Jn° Matehet Cap' Hopkins Nat Barber Gabriel Johnnot Ezek' Chever & about five hundred more as near as I could Guess. Appendix. 427 17 November [1773'] Wednesday. This morning Cap' Slot arrived from London : lie Brings advice that Hall, Loring Coffin & Bruce are to Bring the Tea from the East India Company this [is] a measure that [is] Generally disa- proved & will Remain the Great Occasion of Disagreement between England & America. 18 November [1773'] Thursday. Very Pleasant. Last night A Considerable Body of People paraded thro the Streets & attacked the House of M' Richard Clark One of his Family fird a Gun from the House but Luckily did no Hurt they Broke all his Windows & Window Frames — but very Little other Damage. This morning a Town Meeting was Calld on this & the Tea affair. Another Committee Chose, the Gentlemen to whom the Tea is Consigned are still Resolv'd to Pursue such orders as they may Receive. 19 November [1773] Fryday. This day the Gentlemen to whom the Tea is Consigned. Petition'd the Governor & Councill Relative [to] their Affairs. 23" Novembur [1773] Tuesday: . The Governor & Councill Met this morning On The Tea Matters. 28 November [1773] Sunday, this morning was Bro' me a threatening letter Sign'd Determined which is On File. this agitated my mind. I did not go to Church. » * * * Cap' Hall arrived from London. Great Noise ab° the Tea on board of Cap' Hall. 29 November [1773] Monday. This morning there were papers Stuck Up to the following Purpose — FRIENDS BRETHREN Countrymen ! That worst of Plagues The detestable Tea Ship'd for this Port by the East India Company is now arrived in this harbour, the Hour of Destruction or manly Opposition to the Machinations of Tyranny Stares you in the Face : every Friend to his Coimtry, to himself & Posterity is now call'd upon to meet at Faneuill Hall at Nine oClock this Day (at which time the Bells will begin to Ring) to make A United and Successful Resistance to this last, worst & most Destructive Measure of Administration. Boston Nov'' 29. 1773. In Consequence of the above notification About One thousand People Met at Faneuill Hall where they past a Vote that they would at All Events Return this Tea, from Faneuill Hall they adjourned to the Old South Meeting[-house]. Afternoon, they met again & adjourned untill the morning, there was in the Meeting this afternoon ab° Twenty five hundred People as near as I Could guess. November 30 [1773] Tuesday. The Body met again this morning. The Gov' Sent them a Message advising them to dei)art at their Perill — they took but 428 Proceedings in Masonet, 1733-92. Little Notice of the Message — they met again this Afternoon. 1 told them that I had Purchas'd A Cargo for Cap' Bruce Ship — that it was on the Wharff & that Cap' Bruce when he arrivd would apply to The Body. & that I would Endeavour to prevail on him to act with Reason in this Affair & that I was very Sorry he had any Tea On Board — & which is very True for it hath Given me Great Uneasiness. I staid some time at the Meeting & was Chose a Committee Man much against m}' Will but I dare not say a word. * * * * After Dinner I was sent for by The Body by Two Messengers, John IngersoU & Jos Eyres. This was at the Motion of M' Han- cock. I wish he had Omitted it. 2 December \_1773'\ Thursday. Cap' Bruce arrived this morning from London. 3^ December \_1773~\ Fryday. This morniug Cap' Bruce & I was sent for by the Committee Eelative [to] the Tea on board him — they order'd him to Griffins Wharff — & gave him the same Directions as to Cap' HaU. 7 December \_1773] Tuesday. Cold weather. W.N.W. Afternoon, Ij attended the Funeral [of] M' Eob' Jenkins, he being A Brother was buried in Form the Masons of the Severall Lodges walkiug in Procession with their Jewells & White Aprons — I was a pall-holder with Bro Pripe Bro Warren Bro Box Bro Cutler & Bro' M'Xeall. 8 December [1773'] Wednesday. — ***** Cap' Coffin arriv'd in Nantasket Eoad with the Small Pox & part of the Tea. 11 December [1778] Saturday. This Forenoon A Committee was Sent to Mee ab° Bruce's Ship — D' Warren W'" Mollineaux John Pitts — to know when She would be unloaded & many other Questions. 16 December [1773] Thursday, * * * * The Body Meeting in the Forenoon adjournd untill Afternoon. Broke up at Dark. SeveraU. Things passd between M"' Rotch & them A Number of People Appearing lu Indian Dresses went ou board the three Ships Hall Bruce & Coffin, they Opin'd the Hatches, hoisted Out the Tea & flung it Overboard, this might I believe have been prevented. I am sincerely Sorry for the Event. Tis said near two thousand People were present at this Affair. 18 December [1773] Saturday * * * » The Affair of Destroying the Tea makes Great Noise in the Town — tis a Disastrous Affair & some People are much Alarm'd. I Can truly Say, I know nothing of the Matter nor who were Con- cernd in it. I would Rather have Lost five hundred Guineas than Cap' Bruce should have taken any of this Tea on board his Ship. 27 December 1773 Monday. S' Johns Day. * » » I din'd Appendix. 429 at Colo Ingersolls with the Brethren Free Masons under my Jurisdiction. Present. MySelf, Bro M°Neall, Bro"' D' Gardiner Bro Savage, Bro W" Jackson, Bro Russell, Bro Aylwin, Bro Tho' Knights Bro Ingersqll, Bro Jn° Inman, Bro W" Perry, Bro Jn° Box Jun"' Bro Tyler, Bro Sam Swift, Bro Tho' Brown, Bro Job Prince Bro Edw* Carnes Bro Salter Bro Jn° Marston Bro Welshman Bro Henry, Bro Hutchins Bro Tho' Fleet, Bro Sellkrigg, Bro Williams Bro Patten Bro Morgan Bro Silby, Bro D' Winship Bro Edm'^ Quincy Bro Eoberts Bro Nat Coffin Jun'' Bro Burbeck & Bro Homans. [See p. 206 of this volume.] 31 December IITTS'] Fryday. * * * » » The People of Charlestown collected what Tea they could find in The Town & burnt it in the View of A thousand Spectators. There was found in the House of One Withington of Dorchester About half a Chest of Tea the People gather'd together & took the Tea Brought it into the Common of Boston & Burnt it this Night about Eleven of Clock. This is Suppos'd to be part of the Tea that was taken Out of the Ships and floatd over to Dorchester. 28 January \_1774'\ Fryday. * » * I Spent the Evening at Colo Ingersolls with the Brethren of the Severall Lodges in Boston under my Direction being on a Very Amiable & Good Design So as to make the Fraternity more Uniform & Respectable. [See p. 206 of this volume.] Present. MvSelf G. M. Henry Price P. G. M. Abram Savage S G W. Sam 'Fitch J G W. Tho" Brown G Secretary John Box P. G. W. John Cutler P.G.W. John Box jun' Richard Salter Shu- bael Hews Mungo Mackey John Joy John Inman, Benj" Mulberry Holmes, Peter Roberts, Sam' Cox, Job Wheelwright Benj" Church Rob' Williams, Sam' Lloyd, Eben' Brigham Mathias Hutchins, David IngersoU Esq"^ Job Prince, Joseph Russell, Tho' Knight, James Selkrigg Edw"* Carnes, Sam Barret Tho' Aylwin Esq, James Jac-kson, Nat: Patten, Nath' Balsh John Bryant, John Marston, W" Jones, & The Tyler. Wee Adjourn'd to this day fortnight & chose a Committee to prepare A Draft. 11 Febry 11774'] Fryday. ****** I Spent the Beginning of the Evening at Colo Ingersolls with the members of the Grand Lodge. [See p. 210 of this volume.] Present. MySelf. G. M. John Box P : G. W— Abram Savage S.G.W. Sam Fitch J.G.W. Thomas Brown Grand Secretary — Our Brother Brattle of Cambridge John Box jun' Richard Salter John Inman Benj^ Mulberry Homes Job Wheelwright M' Sam' Cox, Rob' Williams Sam' Lloyd — Ebenezer Brigham, Matthew Hutchins David IngersoU Esq' of Great Barrington, Archibald M'Neall Joseph Calendar, Job Prince, Joseph Russell Tho' Knight James Selkrigg Tho' Aylwin Esq. Sam' Barret, Edw* Carnes, John Bryant John Marston John Burbeck Mark Hopkins, W™ Tyng. 430 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. 17 Fehry [1774'] Thursday, ***** I spent the Beginning of the Evening with Brother Aylwin Bro Savage Bro Fitch Bro Gaidiner & Bro Prince at Colo Ingersolls on Affairs of the Lodge. 25 Febry 1774 Fryday, * * * * I Spent the Evening at Colo Ingersolls with the Brethren of the Grand Lodge — on Special Matters. [See p. 210 of this volume.] Present. MySelf G. M. Bro. John Box Bro John Box jiiu' Bro Abram Savage Bro Job Prince Bro Tho' Brown Bro Rich'' Salter Bro John Ininan Bro Job Wheelwright Bro Rob' Williams Bro Sam Lloyd Bro Eben Bridgham Bro Hutchins Bro Jos Russell Bro Jos Cal- endar Bro Jos Gardner Bro Jam' Selkrigg Bro Tho' Aylwin Bro Nat Patten Bro Edw"* Carnes Bio Burbeck. 16 March [1774'] Wednesday. * « * I Spent the E^vening at Bro Prince's Lodge with him. Bro Salter Bro Beuj Judson his Wardens Bro Abram Savage Bro John Box Sen' Bro Jn° Box jun' Bro Archibald M^Neal Bio D'' Church Brother Jon" Snelling Bro Tho' Urann Brother Aylwell Bro Jos Russell Bro Jn" Inman Bro Peter Roberts Bro Eben Bridgham Bro Edw"" Carnes Bro Joseph Calendar Bro Tho' Brown Bro Gabriel Johnnot Bro Hatch Bro Tho' Fleet Bro Docf Wyndship & Brother Homans & Bro Burbeck. 27 June 1774 Monday * * * Town Meeting. the Hall so full they adjournd to the Old South Meeting house the Debates were for & against the Com- mittee of Correspondence, very warm on both sides it Lasted all Day and adjournd till to morrow 10 of Clock. * * * The Speakers in Behalf of the Committee were Sam' Adams Josiah Quincy jun' D' Warren, D' Young Will"" Mollineux Benj" Kent. The Speakers against the Behaviour of the Committee were Treas' Gray Tho" Gray Sam' Elliot Sam' Barrat John Amory Edw" Paine Francis Greene Ezek Goldthwait. 28 June [1774] Tuesday ****»» The Town met again at the Old South Meeting [house]. The Debates very Warm on both sides. I think are wrong. I mean the Committee are wrong in the Matter. The Merchants have taken up Against them they have in my Opinion exceeded their Power & the Motion was Put that they should be dismissed the Gentlemen that made & Supported this Motion could not obtain their Vote the Majority were four to One Against them this affair will cause much evill one against the other. 1 wish for Peace in this Town. I fear the Consequences. 14 July [1774] Thursday. * * * This day a fast is Hecommended by Some of the Ministers, on Ace' of the miserable Situation of this Town. I cannot Reconcile this Measure & should much Rather the People would do Justice Appendix. 431 & Eeeommend the Payment for the Tea instead of Loosing a Day by fasting. 22 Sep' \_1774'] Thursday. * * * This day is the Anniversary of his Majestys Accession to the Throne. I went to the Councill Chamber with the Govern" Ad- mirall & Many Other Gentlemen to drink the Kings Health and many other Loyall Toasts. 3 Novem' [1774'] Thursday. * * * afternoon, I attended the Funerall of Brother Box and was a Bearer together with Jnmes Pitts Esq D' Gardner M"' Chandon M' Henderson Inches and M'' Gilbert Deblois it was a handsome Funerall. The Free Masons Walkd in Proper Form. 27 December [1774] Tuesday S' Johns Day. I Celebrated the Feast at Colo Ingersolls with the following Brethren Bio Abram Savage Bro Sam' Fitch Bro D' Gardiner Bro Arch'^ M°Neile Bro ,Ios Carnes Bro Rich'^ Salter Bro Eben Bridghani Bro John Inman Bro Nalha Patten Bro Joseph Russell Bro James Otis Bro Matthew Hutchins Bro Jonathan Snelling Bro Jos IngersoU Bro Mungo M^kay Bro W" Gooch Bro John Box Bro Tho' Fleet Bro Job "Wheelwright Bro Barnard Bro Fowle, Bro Doct' Roberts, Bro Homans. [See p. 217 of this volume.] 28 March [1776] Thursday » * * * This day The General Court made a handsome Entertainment at Cap' Marstons that now lives in Colo Ingersolls house for. Gen' Washington & the Other Generals of the United Colonies — & the Rev* D' Elliot preachd at D' Chauncvs meeting a Sermon on the Occasion giving a History of what has hap'ned in Town during the Siege. — I dined with Twenty four Gentlemen at Watermans Tavern in Roxbury all Free Masons by Invitation — among them was Colo Clarke, Colo Parsons Colo Willis Colo Sergeant Cap' Keys, M' Webb M' Chase. The Rest I dont know their Names. 8 Aprill [1776] Monday * * * * afternoon, I went bj- Invitation of Brother Webb to attend the Funerall of the Remains of D' Warren & went accordingly to the Councill Chamber with a Design to Attend & Walk in Piocession with the Lodges under my Jurisdicdon with Our Pmper Jewells & Cloathing — but to my great Mortification was very much Insulted — by Some furious & hot Persons — with" the Least Provocation, one of [the] Brethren thought it most Prudent for Mee to Retire. I accordingly did so. this h;is caused Some Uneasj' Reflections in my Mind as I am not Conscious to myself Of doing any thing Prejudicial to the Cause of America either by Will, word or deed. The' Corps of D"" Warren was Carried into Chapell D" Cooper pray'd & M'' Perez Morton deliverd an Oration on the Occasion — D"' Warrens Bearers were — Gen' Ward, Gen' Fry Colo Gridley D"' Morgan M' Moses Gill & M' Joiin Scollay. There was a hand- some Procession of the Craft with Two Companys of Soldiers. 432 Proceedings in Masonky, 1733-92. 25 June [1776] Tuesday ***** I dined at Cap Marstons with the Brethren of the Lodges under my Direction. Present, MySelf Bro Jos Webb Bro John Cutler Bro James Dennie, Bro John Fiske "Williams Bro VV" Thompson Bro Jos Russell Bro Carnes Bro Tho' Fleet, Bro Wynship Bro Homans Bro John Box & Bro' Doctor Roberts, Bro Marston gave us A Good Dinner. 28 Decern'' [mitts'] Monday. * * » A Sermon was Preachd this day b}' M"^ Howard at the Old Brick at the Request of is' Andrews Lodge & the Money Collected giv'n to the Poor. HENRY PRICE'S LODGE IN LONDON. It has long been a matter of interest and research to learn in what Lodge Hcmy Price, Esq, received the degrees in Masonry, and of what Lodge in London he was a member. The answer to the former query cannot as yet be given, but the following facts answer the latter, and trace his Lodge from Rainbow Coffee House, 1730, to Free Masons' Hall, 1886. On the minute book of the Grand Lodge of England for the year 1730, the names of the sixty-three members of •' Lodge No. 75, Rainbow Coffee House, York Buildings," are given. The fifty- third name in that list is that of Hexkt Price It is recorded on the tombstone of Henry Price, at Townseud, Mass., that '• He was born in London about the year of our Lord 1697 : he removed to Boston about the j'ear 1723." (See Proceedings of Grand Lodge of Massachusetts, 1871, p. 285.) Mr. Piice, in his letter of Aug. 6, 17.5.5, (See A|)pendix to this volume, p. 402.) to tlie Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of England, said ," I have some remote thoughts of once more seeing London, * * * after Twenty- Two years' absence." Mr. Price, therefore, visited London after his arrival in this country, and returned in 1733, probably bringing his deputation with him. In the minute book of the Grand Lodge of England, the " List of Lodges 1730-32 " designates the Lodge of which Henry Price was a member as "75 Rainbow Coffee House in York Buildings." The List of Lodges as recorded in said Book, 1736-39, adds to the name of the Lodge its date of constitution, viz. : " 75 Rainbow Coffee House, York Buildings. 1 7"" July, 1730." In the List of Regular Lodges, according to their seniority and constitution, of 1740. No. 75 appears under the number and name of "62 Gun .Suffolk S' July 17"^ 1730." In the List of Lodges of 1756, No. 62 becomes " 37. Two Figures. At Putney. July 17"' 1730."' A new and corrected list of all the regular Lodges in"l770 (according to the dates of their constitution), by order of the Grand Master, ranks No. 37of 1756, as "33. White Lion at Putney. July 17. 1730," which in 1781-82 becomes " 29. Britannic Lodge, Star "and Garter, Appendix. " 433 Pall Mall." The Lodge retained this latter name and continued meeting at the Star and Garter from 1792 to 1813, except in 1792, April 18, its number is changed from 29 to 27. In the " List of Lodges on the Roll of the United Grand Lodge of England, A.D. 1814," No. 27 becomes "42. Britannic Lodge, S' James Street." This name has been retained until the present time, though the number has been changed, No. 42 of 1814 becomes No. 38 in 1832, which is changed to No. 33 in 1863. The Lodge is now- enrolled as " 33 Britannic L. Free Masons' Hall, London." The transition from the names of the Masonic taverns, where the Lodges met, to distinctive Lodge names tools place subsequent to 1768. Every Lodge in England prior to that time took the name of the tavern where it met. If it moved from " Two Figures " Tavern to " Wliite Lion " Tavern, its designating name changed accordingly. Yet the Lodge retained its identity. The changes in the number of the Lodge resulted from erasures, prior to 1813, and afterward, from the Union which occurred in that year. The following table indicates the changes in the number, the place of meeting, and the name of the Lodge in London, of which, Henry Price was a member : — Place of Meeting. Year. York Buildings. 1730. Suffolk Street 1 740. At Putney 1756. AtPntney 1770. Star and Garter, Pall Mall 1781. Star and Garter, Pall Mali 1792. St James Street 1814. St James Street 1832. St James Street 1863. Free Masons' Hall, London 1874. Free Masons' Hall, London 1886. See " The Four Old Lodges and their Descendants " by Robert Freke Gould. London: 1879; and "Memorials of the Masonic Union of A.D. 1813," by William James Hughan. London : 1874. VI. PROPOSAL FOR A GRAND MASTER GENERAL OF THE UNITED STATES. [The Archives of the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts contain the following correspondence. See pp. 284-289 of this volume.] Philadelphia, August 19th, 1780. Sir: I do myself the honor to address }ou, by order of the Orand Lodge of Ancient York Masons, regularly constituted in the City of Philadelphia. This Grand Lodge has under its jurisdiction in No. Name. 75 Rainbow Coffee House 62 Gun 37 Two Figures 33 White Lion 29 Britannic 27 Britannic 42 Britannic 38 Britannic 33 Britannic 33 Britannic 33 Britannic 434 . Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. Pennsylvania and the States adjacent, thirty-one different regular Lodge's, containing in tiie whole more than one thousand Brethren. Enclosed you have a printed abstract of some of our late proceed- ings, and by that of January 13th last, you will observe that we have, so far as depends on vs, done that Honor which we think due to our illustrious Brother, General Washington, viz., electing him Grand Master over all the Grand Lodges formed or to be formed in these United States, not doubling of the concurrence of all other Grand Lodges in America to make this election effectual. We have been informed by Col. Palfrey that there is a Grand Lodge of Ancient York Masons in the State of Massachusetts, and that you are Grand Master thereof ; as such, I am, therefore, to request that you will lay our proceedings before your Grand Lodge, and request their concurrent Voice in the appointment of General Washington, as set forth in the said Minute of January the 13tb, (which, as far as we have been able to learn) , is a Measure highly approved by all the brethren, as being for the honor and advancement of our Royal Art. Your Answer, as soon as convenient, is requested by Sir, Your affectionate Brother & Most obed' humble Servant, For the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania, William Smith, Joseph Webb Esq' Boston. Grand Setf'. Boston, September 4th, 1780. Sir: Your agreeable favor of the 19th ult., I duly received the 31st, covering a printed abstract of the proceedings of your Grand Lodge. I had received one before, near three months, from the Master of a travelling Lodge of the Connecticut Line, but it not coming officially, did not lay it before the Grand Lodge, but the evening after I received yours, it being Grand Lodge ; I laid the same before them and had some debate on it, whereupon it was agreed to adjourn the Lodge for three weeks, to the 2'2d instant, likewise to write to all the Lodges under this Jurisdiction to attend themselves if convenient by their Master and Wardens, and if not, to give instructions to their prosys here concerning their ac- quiescence in the proposal. I am well assur'd that no one can have any objections to so Illustrious a person as General Washington to preside as Grand Master of the United States, but at the same time it will be nec- essary to know from you his prerogative as such ; whether he is to appoint sub-grand or Provincial Grand Masters of each State ; if so, I am confident that the Grand Lodge of this State will never give up their right of electing their own Grand Master and other officers annuallj'. This induces me to write to you now, before the result of the Grand Lodge takes place, and must beg an answer by the first opportunity, that I may be enabled to lay the same before them. I have not heard of any State except yours and this Appendix. 435 that have proceeded as yet since the Independence to elect their officers, but have been hoping that they would. I do not remember of more Grand Masters being appointed when we were under the British Government than South Carolina, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, New Yorlt and Massachusetts, but now it may be necessary. I have granted a Charter of DispensatioQ to New Hampsliire till they shall appoint a Grand Master of their own, which suppose will not be very soon as there is but one Lodge in their State. Inclosed I send j'ou a list of the officers of our Grand Lodge, and have the honour to be, with great respect and esteem, Your affectionate Brother and humble servant, Joseph Webb, Grand Master. The Rev* D' William Smith, Grand Secretary to the Grand Lodge, Philadelphia. [Oct le"" 1780, the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania, in special session,] " appointed the Grand Secretary and Bro. Palfrey [of Boston] a Committee to prepare an answer to the above letter from the Grand Master of Massachusetts, and lay the same before this Lodge tomorrow evening, to which time this Lodge is ad- journed." [The answer prepared as above is in the Archives of the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts and a copy may be found in the Early Records of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania, Part 1, p. 20.] Boston, Dec 11, 1780. Rev'' S' & Respected Brother, Your agreeable Answer to my last I duly rec'd, & y" 1'' inst being Grand Lodge & Quarterly Communication, I laid it before them, bnt as 6 or 7. of the Lodges were not represented, it was tho't liest to Adjourn to the 2* Fri(iay in Jan. next, [See p. 286 of this volume.] & the Grand Sec'' was order'd to write to all the Lodges under this Jurisdiction informing them that they should then proceed on that business in particular. Those who were present were well satisfy'd by Your Answer. But should they Adopt the propos'd Election, the Season is so far Advanc'd, it will be difficult to send a Committee to the Convention by the time now propos'd. However if Bro' Palfrey should continue with you, 'tis probable he will be one, & we may likewise Autborize some others out of the Massachusetts line of the Army, as it will be Ex- pensive sending so far. However I should be glad of your Opin- ion on this Head. My Respectfull Compliments to all Your G. Lodge, & Accept the same yourself from y' Affect" Bro' & H. Serv' To the Rev"" D' Smith, J. Webb. Philadelphia. 436 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. [Extract from the Early Eecords of the Grand Lodge of Penn- sj-lvania, Part 1, p. 25.] Quarterly Commonication. Philadelphia, March 26th, 1781. Eight Worshipful "William Ball, Esq., G. Master. 10 Lodges represented. A letter was read from the Grand Master of Massachusetts, enclosing the following resolve of the Grand Lodge of Massachu- setts [See p. 288 of this volume.] : — As this Grand Lodge has not been acquainted with the opinions of the various Grand Lodges in the United States respecting the choice of a Grand Master General, and the circumstances of our public affairs mailing it impossible we should at present obtain their sentiments upon it; Therefore: Voted, That any determina- tion upon tiie subject cannot with the propriety and justice due to the craft at large, be made by this Grand Lodge until a general peace shall happily take place through the Continent. From the Grand Lodge records, William Hoskins, Boston, January 12th, 5781. Grand Secretary. [The following document is in the Archives of the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts, the report being in the handwriting of Dr. John Warren, the remainder being in that of the Grand Secretary] The Committee Report that in their Opinion it will be expedient for this G. L. to comply with the Proposal made by the G. L. of Pennsylvania for forming a general Convention and they beg leave to recommend that the following Letter be written in Answer thereto. As men and as Masons the Massachusetts Grand Lodge acknowledge themselves under great Obligations to the G. L. of Pennsylvania for their kind attention to the Interests of Masoniy in General as well as for tlieir laudable Disposition towards a friendly and fraternal Intercourse with this G. L. in particular. After the reception of their favour of by the most worship- ful G. M. Joseph Webb, Esq' an answer was returned acknowl- edging the same, but as matters of a serious nature respecting the Princiijles therein contained were then in Agitation a Committee was chosen to writ an answer to the several Propositions as soon as final Decision upon those Matters should take place. It will appear by the Declaration of rights of the Massachusetts G"*. L''., a true copy of which is herein inclosed, that this G. L. only adopted the Sentiment of a Secession from the G. L. of Scotland. lu the year 1777 application for Charters of Erection and Con- stitution, having been made by a number of Masous to the ancient G. L., of which the late Jos Warren Esq', had been G'*. M., as Appendix. 437 many of the officers of that G. L. as could be assembled, met in form of a G. L., the Deputy Grand G. M. then in the Chair. And after carefully attending to the Constitutions and Usages of Masons in all ages and the Principles upon which that G. L. ex- isted, they were unanimously of Opinion that' they could not legally grant Charters because the late G. M. J. W. held his Authority by Virtue of a Commission given to him only, as provin- cial G. M. and to be revoked at the Pleasure of the G. L. of Scotland, now tlie Principal being dead the Commission was of Consequence vacated.' They then assumed the Powers of a G. L. From the foregoing the Principles tlien adopted by this G. L., upon which they have practised & from which they have never seen occasion to recede, may readily be collected. What is said to be the prevailing Opinion among our Brethren of Pennsylvania is therefore exactly coincidant with the Sentiments as above avowed. With respect to the 2"* Circumstance mentioned in the Letter this G. L. is an Instance. As to AppHcations for grand Warrants, it was originally the Opinion of this G. L. that .the onlj^ proper Authority, for consti- tuting G. L. in these sovereign states, w«s that which should be derived from the People — and that wherever a number of Lodges existed in a free sovereign & independent state, those Lodges had a right of Convening to erect a G. L. and it appears from the Book of Constitutions, that when by Reason of Revolutions in the fStiite or the Neglect of the G. M. or G. L. Communications had been for some time discontinued, the Officers of the respective Lodges assembled, formed a G. L. & chose a G. M. accordingly. Should the G. L. of any one state delegate a Power to Masons in another state to hold a grand L., it is clear that the G. L. so con- stituted must be subjected to that from which the Power was de- rived, a Distinction which it was thought ought not to subsist between the G. Lodges of these United States. The W. G. L. perceiving this, when associations were forming in another state, did not grant them a Charter in the usual stile, but a Dispensation to hold a Lodge and make Masons till there should be a G. L. in that state, an event Which it was thought would probably take Place in each of the states in the Union. Our sentiments with Respect to the first Query, contained in the Letter, are expressed above, and should each state adopt the Plan above mentioned it is probable the Evil mentioned in the 2 Query miiy be avoided, and as to the Application of particular Lodges to foreign G. Lodges as they can only be commissioned as provincial G. Lodges it appears improbable that the measure will in any Instance be adopted. With respect to the fourth Query, It is the Opinion of this G. L. that the most elegible plann for the above purpose is to hold a 1 You "will observe where the book of Constitutions says in the absence of the G-d Masr th o Deputy shall fil] the Chair, it speaks of a principal Q d Lodge not of a Provincial 0- L 438 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. Chapter or Convention of deputies from the several G. L.s at least once in three years in some central State, where certain Arti- cles may be agreed upon for the regulation of all the L-s in the different States which will prevent the interference of one G. L — with another. One of these Articles may be that should any Lodge in the United States apply & obtain a Commission for holding a G. L. from any foreign power, Such Masons shall not have tlie benifit of visiting or be received in any Lodge in the Union. One thing we heartily wish which is, that all the Modern G. L. may be invited to come into the L^nion & that there may be but one G. L. in each state. There is a Mod. G. L. held in this Town whereof John Rowe Esq. is G. jSL should you agree with us in this sentiment, we wish that a similar circular letter may be sent them as was sent us. The within Report agreed to by John "Warren, Paul Revere, [See p. 328 of this volume. J John Jctau. Boston Sep"^ 22. 1785. Voted that the Grand J^>odge be Adjourned to this place next Thursday Evening, at Six OClock & that a Committee lie Ap- pointeil Consisting of Three Brethren, viz: Revere, "^"arren. Dexter — to wait on the Wf h Master & Acquaint him that the Lodge was Adjourned as the above & desire that he would use. Some Effectual Measures to have a more General Attendance. Eli*" Park.man, Sec^' pro Tem. VII. LETTERS AND DOCUMENTS FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE LODGE OF SAINT ANDREW, BOSTON. [Fragment of a Letter.] Searcheess I was at, not so much I ashour yon for tlie Gifft as foi- the Worthie Givers, and notwithstanding of all lost it at the Knd, upon his omission, and I not knowing how mannie Skins ther was being only a Six pence Ster : per pice of Entrie. 442 Phoceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. What other letters you have Inclosed I beg of you and my Brethrin to Assist you. I have also wrot my Good flfriend :Mr An- derson to Assist you. as to yourls and as to Mr. Irvine being your next nehbour I Coneloude this with al health, prosperitie to you my Worshipfull Brethrin I remain Wor : Brethrin your Sincear Brothir vrheyl ffalkiik 21 Martch J^^^ Logan. 1760. Halifax June 23 1760. WorshippfuU Brother, I understand by a Letter from Brother Whatley that the Warrent for holding a Lodg. in Boston is arrivde in Boston from Scotland tho you have not Writ one word about it witch you should have dun, that I might have Sint you Directions with the advice of the Lodges hear, how you shall Proceed. You" not Fail the first oppertunity To Send me a coppy of the Warrent & of the Letters that Com with it & Be Sure to Let None of the Other Masons But the Members of S' Andrews into the Fellow Craft or M. M. Part without the Passes for the York & Celwiden [Kilwinning?] masons will not admit of the Modierns no moor than P'nteraprentice. I wish you all the Suclisess you can desier And Bigg You would Asemble your Logd & instruct them as far as your Capacity ; Never forgetting to admonish them to Love one Another, whin I hear from you I shall not fails of Sending you the advice of all the Lodges hear witch will bee of Great Service to you & will oppen a Correnspondanc be- tween you. You have no Business with the Grand Master in Boston as you will hear in due time. With all the Opinions of the Lodges hear I shall Sind you up the bye Laws of the Logd hear whitch I Belong to & this will help you to Settle a good & Sure .Sement whitch Cannot be Easily Broken in Sunder. Be as frugall as posihle in Your Expencess whitch will always Keep the Logd full witch is the Sincear Desier of Your most Effectionate Frend & Brother, Isaac D^Coster. Right Worshipfull Brother Sholto Charles Dowgalass Lord of Aberdowre, Grand Master of Great Brittain — The Master, Wardens & Brothers of the First Lodge of S' An- drews in Boston, With hearts full of Love and gratitude. Desire to Aeliuowledge with the greatis Thankfullness y"^- Lordships kind Indulgence of our Charter and for all the lustruotions & Directions therein Exspresst, and sign'd by your Lordship. And all the other Grand Officers, with pleasure also, wee Joyntly Return our heartty Thanks to the Rightvj-orshipfull Dep^ Grand ^Master, Graud Wardens, Grand Tresury, Secra-' and Brothers of y' Grand Lodge of Great Britton. Rightworshipfull wee hope by the Divine goodness to make Such Appendix. 443 Improvements in the Misteery of Masonry as may Recommend us to your Lordships Patronage and Brotherly Love. wee shall also Endeavour to Transact all our affairs in the Lodge as may give a grace to our Charter and Merit your further Esteem. and this shall be done by Transmitting by Letters all the Trans- actions of any Consequence in the Lodge. Honoured Sir Jn behalf of our Rightworshipfull Brothers — the Committee Appointed by the Lodge, presume the Liberty to Sub- scribe your Lordships Most Obed' Hum'" Serv" and Affectionate Brothers Boston, Dec' 26, 1700. John Peck "| MosES Deshon ^ ,. D T y Com" Philip Lewis Jos : Webb jun''. Eight worshipfull Brother Logan, The Master, Wardens, and Brothers of the first Lodge, of S' Andrews in Boston, with pleasure it is, wee Embrace tliis Opper- tunity, to Return you. Our hearty Thanks, for all the pains, Care, and Trouble, you "have taken, in precuring our Charter, Notwith- standing the Variety of Difficulties that Attended The purchase of the same. Be assurd Brother that if it is in Our power to Retaliate you for your Unwearied Care in Serving the Ldg you may Command Us, And wee Shall Esteem it an Honour as well as a pleasure to gratifie so Sincere [a] Brother. Please to Except as A Token of gratitude from the Brothers of S' Andrews Lodge two Bucliskins for A p' [of] Breclies and A P"^ [of] gloves which wee think you So Richly Deserve for all that iirotherly Love and Affection you have so often Exsprest in all your Letters to this Lodge, this small Token of Love, coms in the room of those you were so Unhappily Disappointed of. Brother Logan wee wish you ever}' Divine Blessing with all Tem- proale happiness. Be assur'd of the Affectionate Regard of y' Affectionate Brothers. John Peck ^ Boston Dec' 26, 1760. Moses Deshon Ino^ice Philip Lewis | Jos : Webb jtjn. J Boston, Feb. 17* 1761. Right Hon'* and Right Worshipfull Grand Master Lord Abedore — Wee Whose Names are Under wrighten being Appointed a Co- mittee by the Lodge of S' Andrews with all Deff erance and affection Desire to greet you thrice heartily well — and All the Grand Offi- cers of Y' Grand Lodge. Wee take This Oppertunity to Inform y' Lordship of the Num- ber of Members of Our Lodge Togeather with those that have 444 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. been made Entered printisses, Fellow Crafts and Masters sence wee Rec'' our Charter as p' the List you have hear InClos'd. — and wee Shall Esteem it a further fav' if j-our Lordship will Con- descend to favour us with the N° of our Lodge as wee stand in the Grand Lodge's Book, Or any other Instructions, Directions, or Cautions that may be Nessecsary to the Cementation of Brotherly Love and Affection in this Lodge. Wee have Appointed our Right worshipfuU Brother James Losian as Master with two Wardens as Shall be Agreeable to him to be our Representatives in your Grand Lodge to Transact all such affairs, as is Needful, to be done in behalf of our Lodge. "Wee presume the Liberty of Subscribing our Selves your Lordship 3Iost Obedient Most Dutyf nil and affectionate Brothers. We have hereunto done Our Utmost Endeav' to Cultivate Brotherly Love and Union with the Other Lodges of This town, but hitherto have been UusnccesfuU in y' past (the Masters, Wardens &'^ of Their Lodges presuming first our Charter InsuflS- ent in this Place, and second are dubious If members of Scotch lodges in Great Brittain are Admited as Visitors (their Methods of Practice not being one and the same) which With all humble sub- mission, we presume such an Infraction of the Constitution and real Intentions of JIasonry, as must be the means of lessning y° whole) however Although we are not Admitted as Visitors in their lodges our lodge is Open for all Visiting Brothers, whose behav' is within the Compass of our By Laws, a Third Reason of our not being Admitted as Visiting Brothers is That the Right worshipfuU Grand Master Jerimiah Gridley Esq' Looks upon our Charter as an Infringement of his province as Grand Master in North America, Notwithstand wee paid him that Respect to Acquaint him of the Reseption of our Charter, which he Saw. read and Ap- proved of. Wee are now Regularly Form'd in a Lodge with our proper Officers as Appears by the List. Moses Deshon John Peck Tho^. Milliken Jos. Webb jun" PHILIP LEwas W" Palfaeey Committee. Right Worshipful MASTER, Worshipful WARDENS and Worthy Brethren of the Lodge of S'' ANDREW in Boston. Worthy and Dear Brethren, Your Letter and an Address from a Committie of your Lodge dated 17* February 1761 and Directed to the Right Honourable Lord Aberdour Weie Received by his Lordship, and bv him trans- mitted to the Grand Lodge of Scotland, Who having Coufer'd on the Honourable Office of Grand Master of Scotland, I with great Appendix. 445 Pleasure Embrace this Opportunity of Writing to you my Dear Brethren, to Assure you of my Earnest & Hearty Wishes for your Prosperity and for the Flourishing of your Lodge. I very much Approve of Your Endeavours to Cultivate Union and Brotherly Love with the Other Lodges in Boston, Your Be- haviour in this is worthy of Masons and Agreeable to the Principles of Our Society, But it Surprises me greatly (that instead of Meet- ing with an Equal return of Love and Friendship from the other Lodges) to hear that they refuse to Admit you as visitors for reasons altogether Groundless. If they Doubt the Validity of your Charter they should have Assigned some Reasons for their Doubts, it is the first time I ever heard of any Charter Granted by the Grand Master and Grand Lodge of Scotland being either Doubted or Disputed. They are likeways Dubious if Scotch Masons are received as Visitors in English Lodges (Their methods of Practice not being the Same), there is indeed some small differ- ence in Some points. But that never hinders a free Communication & Friendly Intercourse betwixt the Scotch and English Lodges, who Receive Visitors from each other with the greatest Kindness and Friendship, there is no other Contention but who Shall Exceed in OfHces of Benevolence and Hospitality always considering tliat we are All Members of the Holy Lodge of S' John whose precepts strongly recommend Harmony, Friendship and Brotherly Love, & think that it would be Inverting the Intention of Our Society (To Quarrel about Points and different Methods of Practice) making it productive of Discord & Strife. Your Brethren of the Lodges in Boston must Know that the Same Person has Successively been Chosen Grand Master of Scotland and Grand Master of England. The Right Honourable Lord Aberdour was chosen Grand Master of England immediately after he had left the Grand Masters Chair in Scotland, this Should remove all Doubts from Your Brethren in Boston and show tliem how little the differences in some points of practice are regarded by the Lodges in Great Britain. The last Reason Assigned by the Lodges in Boston for their Unkind behaviour to you, is, That the Right Worshipful Jerem}- Gridley Esquire, Looks upon your Charter as an Enf ringement of his Province as Grand Master of North America. It is my Opinion that there ma}' be some mistake in this ; You say that he saw, read, and Approved of your Charter. If he had any Objections lie certainly would have Signified them to you when you Show'd him Your Ciiarter, I am Confident, my Right Worshipful Brother Jere- miah Gridley Esq' knows and observes the Principles of Masonry Better than to take Offence where there is not the Smallest reason given for it. I do not doubt nor Dispute his Authority as Grand Master of all the Lodges in North America who Acknowledge the Authority and Hold of the Grand Lodge of England, as he cer- tainly has a Warrant and Commission from the Grand Master of England to that Effect. Tile Grand Master and Grand Lodge of 446 PROCEEDmtiS m Masonry, 1733-92. Scotland have Also granted Warrant and Commission to our Right Worshipful Brother Collonel John Young Esquire, Constituting and Appointing him Provincial Grand Master of all the "Lodges in North America who Acknowledge the Authority & hold of the Grand Lodge of Scotland ; these Commissions wliea rightly under- stood can never Clash or Interfere with each other. I must observe that you have made a Mistake in your Address to the Lord Aberdour, in Giving him the Title of Grand Master of Great Britain, He Granted your Charter as Grand Master of Scotland, He was afterwards Elected Grand Master of England, but Xever had any right to the Title of Grand Master of Great Britain. Your Mistake in this may (perhaps) have given Offence to my right Worshipful Brother Jeremiah Gridley Esquire, if so, it is very proper that you Should Acknowledge your being Mistaken in this particular. I hope that all Misunderstandings and differences betwixt you & the Other Lodges in Boston will Soon be entirely removed, But however that may be, I earnestly recommend to you My Dear Brethren, a Constant Perseverance in the most Stienous Endeav- ours to Cultivate Friendship, Brotherly Love and Harmony with all your Brethren, and never to allow the Misbehaviour of Others to Deprive you of the Agreeable Reflection that you have done your duty as Masons and Members of the Holy Lodge of S' John, and Used every Effort to Preserve Hai-mony, Love and Friendship the Most Precious Jewels, and most Shineing Ornaments of Our Society. The prosperity of Your Lodge will always be Agreeable to the Grand Lodge of Scotland, and particularly to Right Worshipful, and Worthy Brethren Grand Lodge ) ,- t:^ ■ j j o ^ T^j- ur >th T t lourFnendand Servant Ldmb' 4*^ June > u i. i- o t>t ,_„, ( Elgin & Kixcardin. G: M: .1'd2. ) A Ruff Copy of a List of the [St. Andrews] Lodge, 1763. A True List of St. Andrews Lodge from the Time it was first Held In Boston, N. E. after Receiving the Deputation from the Grand Lodge In Scotland. Members Names. Where Made. *W'° Burbeck M. In the first Lodge in Boston & S. ) W. of the Same. j •Joseph Webb Jun' S. W. in ditto & J. W. of the same, & Seer'' of the Mast. Lodge. •Philip Lewis J. W. In the Lodge at Marhlehead, N. E. *Moses Deshon Esq' In the Lodge at Providence. *Samuel Barrett In the first Lodge Held In Boston, ) N. E. I *Thomas Urann Ditto George Jeffirds Ditto Appendix. 447 William M= Alpine William Ham Ezra Collins Benj" Frothingham Alexander Inglish John Marlton Thomas Michell Joseph Tyler William Hoslsins William Bell Thomas Stevenson Edward Stone John Hancock James Nickles Edward Blake Shuble Hewes In Scotland. In West Indies. In first Lodge at Boston. In the Lodge at Louisbourgh. In England. In West Indies. In Providence. In Portsmouth Jn New Hampshire. In Second Lodge In Boston, N. E. at Seconetoin Novia Scotia. In Scotland. In England, at Quebeck. at Ditto at first Lodge Boston. Ditto Made in St. Andkews Lodge. George Bray James Graham Samuel Peck Thomas Milliken John Jenkins Ambrose Slope [r] Paul Eevere Edward Jarvis Nath' Hichborn Henry Well Philip Maritt Seth Chipman Increase BUike William Palfrey Samuel Moody Esq' Eldward Potter Peter Doyle Thomas Metcalf John Whitten William Wi[n]gfleld Israel Ober Josiah Flagg John Hoffains John Pliillips Edw* Calliteau Rich* Pulling Hugh Brown Waite Gray Walter Karr Feby 22 1762. Ambrose Ferrill Thomas Craft Jun' Joseph Warren Philip Tabor William Gould Elisha Callander Henrj- Stanbridge Edward Burbeck James Seward Francis Tree Gilbert Ash John Merritt (Tyler) Thomas Webster John Lillie Caleb Hopkins Jon" Snelling John Benney Winslow Lewis John Tyler Adam CoUson Edward Foster John Ball W" Lorking Henry Leahy W" Brown Joseph White Bellingham Watt[s] Stephen Smith John Frost 448 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. Present Officers. W" Burbeck M. N. B. the above five Members Marked Sam' Barrett S. W. t * was made Ezra Collins J. W. The' Milliken T'. Formd The First Lodge after Wee Re- Jon" Suelling Secr^ ceid The Charter. Paul Revere ) -p, . [In the origiual, the words "five" and George Jeffirds ]■ ''""^ "was made" in the above postscript Increase Blake ) „. , and the name "John Merritt, (Tjler)" TV" M"^ Alpine j ^'^'^'^^'"^^ in the above list are expunged.] Right Hon"" & R" Wpfull G : M. ) TA ardens & Brethren of The j Grand Lodge of Scotland, J A Committee of our Lodge did themselves the Honour, to write yon 29* of Octo'. Last to Advise tiiat we had appointed our Re- spected Brotlier Alex McDougall Esq,, as our proxy to Represent us in the Grand Lodge of Scotland in the Room of B' James Logan, the distance of whose Situation from Edinburgh Renders it inconvenient for him to Attend the Grand Lodge at times when his presence might be Necessary, we hope you will approve of this Step and that our Bro' Uousall will be kind enough to accept the office. "We have since Received the Earl of Elgin & Kincardins kind & verry affectionate Letter of the 4"" June [See pp. 90 and 444 of this volume.] signifying his Lordship's approbation of our behaviour to the Other Lodges In Boston holding of the Grand Lodge of England who still Continue their unkind & unbrotherly Treatment, Tho : (as his Lordship veiy justly observes For Reasons altogether Groundless) but let their behavour to us be as it will, we have & shall still Continue to Treat them like ilasons. That a Con- sciousness of our upright intentions towards tliem, may support us under all their ill usage we Shall always Endeavour to follow that inimitable precept of our great patrou. The Holy S' John who has said, " Little Children Love one Another." The mistake in our address to the Lord Aberdour was owing to our Brother Logan, who gave him the Tittle of Grand Mast' of Great Britain in a Letter to us from which we took it, if there is any offence given to the Grand Lodge on that Account we most . Sincerely ask their pardon & beg they would impute it (not to a wiifuU lirror) but to our want of knowing better. When we wrote the Grand Lodge Last, we did not know there was a Grand Master Appointed for X'\ America from Scotland, we then desird leave to Constitute other Lodges, upon the Conti- nent who might be desirous of holding from Scotland, but as you were kind enough to inlorm us of CoP. John Young being ap- pointed G. M. we beg LeaA'e to Recall what we have wrote upon that head. We have Sent inclosed M'. James Anderson Receipt for Seven Guineas dated Feb'' 3. 17G3 — being 2/6 for each Member who Appendix. 449 has been Made in our Lodge the Overplus be pleas'd to apply as a Small acknowledgment to the General Fund of Charity, our abilitys are Much inferiour to our inclinations otherwise the present would have been Larger, but you may be Assured we Shall by every Oppertuuity take care to acknowledge the Honour of being Connected with the Grand Lodge of Scotland. Inclosed a Nother List of all those who have bin made iu our Lodge Since we had the Charter & hope it will be Agreeable. We would beg Leave to Acquaint the Grand Lodge that there [is] a Number of Persons in this Town (a List of whom you have inclosed) who were made by Some Strolling Masons in an irregu- lar & Clandestln Manner, that are about to Apply to tlie Grand Lodge of Scotland for a deputation to hold a Lodge in this Town, if Such a Deputation should be granted to those persons it would be attended with the utmost ill Consequences to Masonry & will inevitably bring the Craft into the greatest Disgrace imaginable for the following Eeasons, which we in the Most humble Manner offer to the Consideration, first. Those parsons were none of them (Excepting M"' Smellige) made in a Regular Lodge, which we apprehend has always been a .Sufficient Reason for Refusing not only to Constitute Such Parsons but even to admit them into a Regular Lodge as Visitors : They are some of them People of the greatest ill Fame. Most of them are So very poore that their only Subsistance is from the Generosity of their Friends & Conse- quently the}' must be very improper Persons to Erect & Support the C of a New Lodge. The foregoing Reasons will we Trust be Sufficient to the Grand Lodge & as the Credit of Masonry in General & that of the Grand Lodge of Scotland in perticular is at Stake we beg they may not have a Deputation to hold a Lodge in this place, we have one More Objection to offer which is, That those very Parsons who now apply for a deputation were Rejected by the Lodge in Ireland to whom they applyed Some time since. We shall be always greatly oblig'd to the Grand Lodge for any instructions the}' may at any Time Honour us with, and we Return our Thanks in a Particular Manner to the R' Hon""'' & R' WpfuU The Earl of Elgin & Kincardin for the Great Honour he has done us in writing to us. The assurance his Lordship Gives us, of his affectionate Regard and the promise of a Continuance of his favour, give us a very pleasing prospect & will for ever fill our Minds with the deepest Gratitude to his Lordship. We have nothing further to Offer at Present but that we are with all due Respect Your Obedient & Affectionate Brethren & Servants William Gould JosisPH Tylek Copy Attest Ezra Collins J- Committee. Jon"^ Snelling Secr^. Thomas Stevenson | W" Palfrey J 450 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. Boston N. E. Feby 13. .5766. Eight Hon*'' & Eight Worshipfull Brother A general Joy was deffused tlirough this Lodge upon the Eeceipt of your Lordships kind and Biotherly Letter the Generous Concern which you express for our prosperity could not fail of making the most Lasting Impressions of Gratitude on every heart, but in pro- portion to our former Satisfaction, is our present Anxiety, this Lodge have Several Times done themselves the honour of writing to the Grand Lodge or Scotland ; in one of our Letters dated Feb^ 5763 we gave aii Account of the then State of our Lodge and Inclosed M"^ James Andersons, (of Boston Merch') Eeceipt for Seven Guineas which was to he paid to the Grand Lodge, but as we have not hitherto had any answer we Cannot determine whether the money was ever Eeceived or not by the Grand Lodge, we allso mentioned the Choice which this Lodge had made of our brother Alexander Dougall E^sq' to Eepresent us in the Grand Lodge of Scotland in the Eoom of our Brother James Logan, but not a Single Line has been received by us from any Person in Scot- land since your Lordships Letter above Mentioned. We hope that this seeming disregard is not occaisoned by any Supposed offence in us. it would give Great pleasure to us to be informed whether the moncj' we Sent was delivered to the Grand Lodge or not ; if it was not we Shall take Measures for its Speedy payment, and if our worthy Brother Alexander Dougall Esq', has not Complyed with our request of Eepieseuting us in the Grand Lodge, (if 3'our Lordship will pardon our Freedom and the favour we ask is not too great for your Lordship to Grant) we beg you would be pleased to propose to us some person of Character on whom we may depend for the proper Management of our affairs in the Grand Lodge of Scotland. We now desire Liberty to Acquaint your Lordship that the Members of this Lodge enjoy the happeness of being in perfect hannony with each other and are the Most numerous Lodge in this part of the Contenent, and we think we mtiy without Arrogance assure your Lordship that the Behaviour of this Lodge is Strictly regulated by the beneficent principles of Masonry, we have allso done whatever we thought Consistent with our Connections with the Grand Lodge of Scotland to promote a friendly intercourse and brotherly Communication with the Lodges here under the English Jurisdiction, we Shall soon be able to Transmit a perticular Account of the Success of our Endeavours in the mean Time it may be relied on that we Shall never in any part of our Conduct foigitt the honour of the Grand Lodge of Scotland but Shall do eveiy Thing in our power to Secure the Ap- probation of your Lordship and of the Grand Lodge of Scotland, we are with the Greatest Hespect and warmest affections your Lordship INIost Humble Servents and Loving Brothers Moses Deshon Paul Eevere ") Committee William Bdrbeck Jon* Snellings [-of S' Andrew Ezra Collins Joseph Warren j Lodge. Appendix. 45 1 P.S. If your Lordship will be pleased to Communcate this Letter to the Grand Lodge of Scotland you will add to our Many Obligations. , To the Right Hon"'' the Earl ^ of Elgin & Kincardin > In Edinburgh. J Right Worshipfull Brother A Letter Subscribed by a Committee of the Lodge at Boston, Ad- dressed to Our Bight Honourable Brother the Earl of Elgin and Kincardine late Grand Master and dated 13 February 1766 was Received by his Lordship and Communicated to the present Grand Lodge. The former Letter from the same Lodge dated February 1763 was also Received Inclosing M'. Andersons Receipt for the Seven Guineas, which was regularly paid bj- him and Stated in the Grand Lodge Books to your Credite And since that period Our Brother M'Dougal has regularly appeared as your Proxy or Representative in the Grand Lodge. Let it not be thought D' Brother that the Grand Lodge of Scot- land are Capable of Neglecting any Brother, far less. Such a Re- spectable body of Bretheren as we have reason to believe the Lodge at Boston is Composed of, or that we disregard any instance of filial duty offered by you. We are happy in your prosperity, we rejoice in your Success, We highly approve of your Zeal to Culti- vate and promote the true principles of Masonry, And particularly in Mantaining a friendly intercourse with the regular Lodges whether under the English, Irish or other foreign Constitutions, so far as you find them worthy of the Character of Masons, and Conformable to the Invariable Antient rites known among the Brotherhood. And nothing will give us a higher Satisfaction than to hear from time to time your Success in all these. The only Reason, then D' Brother for our not writeing Sooner was that in all the Letters lately Received either by the Grand Lodge or our Brother M'Dougal, j'ou had ommitted to give us a proper address in Civil Life for any one Brother to whom we could direct our Answer. And we thought it would have looked strange in us to Address any of the names of the Committee Barely as a Brother Mason, or as Master or Member of such a Lodge, without adding his designation in Common Life. But as this difficulty still Continues we are under a necessity of Addressing to the Master of Your Lodge in General, and least any Misfortune should happen we have sent two Duplicates of this, one by the Ship And the other by the Maill from London, which, having no private hand at present are the only oppertunitys we have of Corresponding with you, but if at anj- time you can point us out a more Certain or Easier Method we shall gladly Embrace the oppertunity. 452 Pkoceedings ik Masonry, 1733-92. Inclosed you have the List of your Members preceedlng 22'* Feb- ruary 1763 who are all regularly Entered in the Books of the Grand Lodge with the Grand Treasurers Receipt forthe SevenGuineas Sent by you, but you will observe tliat your List Consists of Eighty one Members, Of which allowing seven named in the Charter to be free which is the Common usage of the Grand Lodge there Remains Seventy four private Members, for the Entries of all whom you were ■ debitors at the rate of two shillings and sixpence Each which Amounts to £9.5. Of which we have Received £7.7. — So that you are Still debiters for £1.18. to the Grand Lodge for your Members preceeding the aforesaid 22* February 1763, besides what you have Entered since that time which we Expect you will faithfully trans- mitt with the List by first proper oppei'tunity in order that they may be recorded. At the Same time we must acquaiut you that there is a perquisite of five shillings due to the Grand Clerk for Record- ' ing Every List of Brethren from distant Lodges which you will also Transmit with the other dues of two Shillings and six-pence for Each Member, both for the Last List and all Succeeding, And that you may not think this Expence useless we must Acquaiut you, that no Brother of any Lodge is intitled to the Charity protection or a Recommendation of the Grand Lodge unless his name appears in the Grand Lodge Books, And that we may be the more Certain when any such applications are made, "We would Recommend to you to Set down designations of Each Brother whose name you send to be Ingrossed in the Grand Lodge Books. The ofBcers of the present Grand Lodge are The Most "Worshipful! James Stewart Esq'' Late Lord Provost of Edinburgh G'* Master, The Right Honourable George Earl of Dalhousie C Master Elect, The Right "Worshipfull and Honourable Alex"' Gordon Deputy Grand Master, The Right AVorshipfull Richard Tod Esq' Substitute Grand Master, The Right Worshipfull Sir John Whitefoord "I Bar" Grand War- Sir William Forbes | dens. The Right Worshipfull B' Alexander McDougal Grand Secretary B' James Hunter Grand Treasurer B' Archibald Megget Grand Clerk The Right Worshipfull & Revcr-^ B' John M^lure Grand Chap- lain The Right Worshipfull B' Thomas Law Master of the Grand Stewarts In all Letters from you or other Lodges the proper Address is, To M'. Alexander M'Dougall Clerk in Exchequer Edinburgh, for he being Grand Secretary is in an olHce which is Seldom or never Changed and is therefore the proper person through whom all applications or Correspondence with the Grand Lodge ought to be Conveyed. We Offer our friendly Compliments and Good Wishes to the Appendix. 453 whole oflaeers & Bretheren of the Lodge at Boston and Beseech the Almighty Architect to inspire you with tiie true principles of Masonry, to Direct Assist and Support you in all your Uuder- taldngs and to keep you in his Gracious protection Aud we are Right Worshipfull Brother Your Sincerely Affectionate Brethren James Stuart G-. M. William Forbes J. G. W. "Wal= Colvill S. G. W. Pro Temp'. To the R' Hon""'" & R' Worshipful, G* Master, & Worshipful Wardens & Brethren of the G^ Lodge of Scotland. Boston Jany 11. 5769. R' Wpfull &c. We wrote you in July 17G6 at which time we gave you an Ac- count of our proceedings w"' the Modern G. L. in this place : since which we have receivd your esteemed favour without date, & are much oblig'd to you for the favourable sentiments you have therein express'd. We are very sorry that for want of a proper distinction in civil life we have been depriv'd of your favours. To remedy this iu- coavenience we beg that all Letters in future may be directed to W. Sam Barrett, Sail Maker in Boston, & you may depend upon a safe conveyance (casualties excepted) and all Letters address'd to him we beg may be seut by some Vessell bound immediately to this port, or if no such opp'' presents, the Mail from London to N. York would be a sure conveyance. We are much oblig'd to you for reminding us of the deficiency in the Mone}' remitted you ; the mistake arose from an apprehen- sion that we were only to pay for such Members as were made in this Lodge to Feb^ 1763. We herewith send you a List from that period of fifty-five mem- bers which at 2/6 each amounts to six pounds, seventeen Shillings and six Pence, which with the former deficiency of One Pound, Eighteen Shillings & the five Shillings for each List due to the G. Clerk amounting in the whole to Nine Pounds five Shillings & six Pence, we send you by & inclose his Receipt for the same & beg it may be enter'd to our Credit on the Books of the Grand Lodge. In conjunction with several other ancient Lodges in this place we liave by this opp'' forwarded to the G. L. of Scotland a peti- tion for the appointment of a G. M. here — the Arguments made use of in that petition we apprehend render it needless for us to say anything further on the Subject, we would only add that our present situation renders such an appointment absolutely necessary. We shall at all times think ourselves happy in keeping up a cor- respond°° with the G. Lodge of Scotland, & shall ever esteem any advice they maybe pleas'd to give us, as a Singular favour. Our Letter in June 1 766 we fear has miscarried as we have never yet 454 Peoceedlngs in Masoney, 1733-92. been honour'd with an Answer : we beg you would take the earliest oppertunitv to acknowledge the Receipt of this. We heartil3' wish you success in all your undertakings & ardently pray for the "VTelfare & prosperity of the Craft in General & the G. L. of Scotland in particular & are w* greatest esteem & Eespect. E' Wpfull &c. &c. &c. &c. &c. &c. [Petition for appointment of Joseph Warren as Prov. G. Master.] To the R' Hon"" & R' Worshipful the Grand Master, the Worshipful G* Wardens & Brethren of the G* Lodge of Scot- land, The Petition of the Master, Wardens, & Brethren of S' An- drew's Lodge N° 82, of the Registry of Scotland, of the Master, Wardens, & Brethren of the Duke of Yorks Lodge X° 106, of the Registry of Scotland, held in the 64 Reg', of Foot, of the Master, Wardens, & Brethren of Lodge Is° 58, o( the Registry of England held in the 14"" Reg' And of the Master, Wardens, & Brethren of Lodge N° 322, of the Registry of Ireland held in 29'^ Reg' Ancient Free & Accepted Masons resident in Boston New England HuMBLT Shews, That your Petitioners, taking into consideration, the present state of Ancient Masonry in America and apprehending that it may greatly promote the Craft, to h:ive a Grand Lodge of Ancient Masons, P^stablished in this Part of the World ; have Unani- mously agreed to address the Grand Lodge of Scotland, requesting the appointment of a Provincial Grand Master, & Grand War- dens, to Reside in Boston New England. We do therefore, here- by hun>bl3' pray the Grand Lodge, to constitute, and appoint a Grand Master, & Wardens, with the Authority and Privileges Usually deputed to Provincial Grand Masters for the Reasons Fol- lowing. 1st It is humblj' conceiv'd that such an appointment would render Ancient Masonry more respectable in this place, where there is a Provincial Grand Lodge of Modern Masons. 2d As there will arise in the best Regulated Societies certain Disputes & Debates, which require the interposition of some supe- rior Authority, and as there are four Lodges of Ancient Masons in this Town, it is thott Expedient that there be a Grand Lodge, to whose Decision all Ancient Masons would willingly submit any Differences, which from the weakuess of human Nature may possi- bly at any Time hereafter take place. Lastly & principally, — Your petitioners are fully convinc'd, that if there was in America an Authority to Constitute and app'. Lodges of Ancient Masons, Great numbers would speedily apply for Deputations for erecting of Lodges in different Parts of this Continent : some in this Province have signified their Inclination so to do, but by Reason of the Great Difficulty attending an imme- Appendix. 455 diate Application to tlie Grand Lodge of Scotland have been oblig'd to take Deputations from the Modern G* Master* here ; & manj' otliers are impatiently waiting the Succuss of this Petition. Your Petitioners therefore humbly submit the foregoing Reasons to your wise Consideration, and cannot but hope for a Favour- able Decision : And as it is impossible for the Grand Lodge of Scotland, to be acquainted with the Characters of the Brethren residing in Boston, your Petitioners further pray that if in your Superior Wisdom, you should determine to appoint such a G* Lodge, you would be pleasd to appoint our Worsliipful Brother Joseph VVari'en, phis" The present Master of S' Andrew's Lodge to be Provincial G'' Master, Brother Jeremiah French Esq' to be Senior Grand Warden, & Brother Ponsonby Molesworth Esq' to be Jun' G'^ Warden both Cap" in the 29"^ Reg' & members of Lodge 322. The several Lodges having at a General Communication unanimously agreed to recomm* them to your notice, as the most proper persons to sustain those Offices. And your petitioners in Duty bound shall ever pray, &c. ( Will'* Bcrbeck P. M ) S' Andrews ] Will" Palfrey S. W. [ Lodge ( JoN-^ Snelling J. W ) N" 82. *N. B. The modern ( Solom" King, M. ^ D. Yorks Grand Lodge iu this Town ■< Rob'^ FiNLAY S. W. V Lodge is aathoris'd to grant { Arthur Price J. W. ) N" 106. Deputations for erecting r Will" Davis M. )t ^ Lodges in any [part] of ) Rob'' M'^Cury S. W V ^°Hf ® America where no other (^'^^jllm j^^j^s^oj^j-y^ j JM »« Grand Master is appoint-, j^,g^^^^ , M. ) , , ®^- ^' Charles Chambers S. W. f- ^°f^ (.Ja- Smith J. W. ) '*''''• [Copy of the Commission of Joseph Webb as D. G. M.] To the R'. WorshipfuU Joseph Webb, Greeting, By virtue of the Authority to me Granted (by the Hon"'", and R' Worshipful George. Earl of Dalhousie — Giand Master of Masons for Scotland) To be Provincial Grand Master here, within the limits of one Hundred miles from this Place, I hereby Reposing special trust & Confidence in Your Knowl- edge and Skill of tlie Ancient Craft — DO Constitute and appoint you the said Joseph Webb to be Deputy Grand Master over all tlie Lodges holding under my Jurisdiction, And in my Absence to Do and Transact, all matters & things, for the Good of Masonry in General, and more Particularly, in my said Grand Lodge and you are hereby requir'd to render to me an Account of your doings, by Virtue of this Commission that the Same may be trans- mitted to the Grand Lodge of Scotland. This Commission to remain in full force and Virtue, till recalld by me or my Successors in Office. 456 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. Given under my hand & the seal of the Grand Lodge affixed, this twenty-seventh Daye of December A. M. 6771 and of Salva- tion 1771. By Order of the Grand Master, Kecorded. Jos» Wakken G.M. W HosKiNs. G S^. [Extension of the Authority of Prov. G. M. Warren over all North America.] To all and Sundry to whose knowledge these presents shall come. Greeting in God everlasting. Whereas the Grand Lodge of Free & accepted Masons for the Kingdom of Scotland by their Commission Dated Thirtieth of Blay One Thousand and Seven Hundred & Sixty Nine Did appoint the Right Worshipfull Joseph Warren Esquire Provincial Grand Master ever the Lodges in Boston New England Holding of the Grand Lodge in Scotland with the usual powers but it being now found necessary to ex- tend the same and we being well Satisfied of the capacity and fitness of our worthy Brother the said Joseph Warren Esquire in Executing the office of Provincial Grand Master and of his Seal [sic] for promoting tlie Interest of the Craft and prosperity and advancement of INIasonry Know ye therefore that we have now Constituted and appointed & hereby constitute & appoint our right Worshipfull Brother the said Joseph Warren Esquire provincial Grand Master over all the Lodges on the Continent of North America which now are or hereafter shall be Erected and taken to hold of the Grand Lodge of Scotland and also over all other Lodges on the foresaid Continent who shall acknowledge our Authority with Power to him in our name, Not only to visit the said Lodges, to sit, act, enquire into their state and Condition But also to Grant Charters of Constitution and Erection and Charters of Confirmation to such Brethren as he may think worthy of the same and who may apply to him therefor and in general to do exe- cute and perform anything which by the Rules of Masonry is known to belong to the Duty and Office of a Provincial Grand Master requiring hereby our said Provincial Grand Master to obser\e and obey all such Rules Instructions & Directions as he shall Receive from us or from our successors in office Grand Master Masons of Scotland and to Report to tine Grand Lodge from time to time his own actings and proceedings in virtue of his Commissions but particularly that a Certified Copy of all Charters so to be granted by him, shall be transmitted to our Grand Secretary at Edinburgh together with the names of the Constituent members applying for the same in order that such Charters and Members may be Re- corded in the Books of the Grand Lodge of Scotland. And we hereby will and Require the whole Lodge already erected or Constituted or that hereafter may be erected or Constituted within the (bounds ) aforesaid to pay all due deference to our said Appendix. 457 {)rovincial Grand Master and Wardens and other. ofHcers who are or hereafter may be by him appointed & this Commission to con- tinue in force until Recalled in whole or in part by us or our suc- cessors in office as aforesaid and to the end these presents may be more effectually kept and preserved, the same are hereby ap- pointed to be Recorded in the Books of the Grand Lodge. Given at the Grand Lodge held in the City of Edinburgh upon the III day of March M.DCC.LXXII and of Light VMDCCLXXII by the Right Honourable and Most Wokshipfull Patrick EAKL-of Dumfries present Grand Master Mason of Scotland, the Honourable and right WorshipfuU Colonel William Napier Deputy Grand Master the Right WorsliipfuU Doctor John Cairnie, Substi- tute Grand Master the Right WorshipfuU Andrew Balfour & Will- iam Barclay Esquire Grand Wardens and the Seal of the Grand Lodge is hereunto appended. In presence of Alexander McDougal Esquire, Grand Secretary & Mr. David Bolt Grand Clark. Alex'' M'^Dougall, G. Secretary Dumfries, G. Master David Bolt. G. Clark " W« Napier, Dpy. M. Attest (copy) John Cairnie, S. G. M. Benj'' Coolidge G* Secy. And^'' Balfour, S. G. W. of the Massachusetts G'' Lodge Held W" Barclay, J. G. W. at Boston whereof John Warren Esq. is Grand Master. [Remonstrances against the admission of " Modern " Visitors into "Ancient" Lodges.] Boston March 12'" 5772. To The WorshipfuU Master Sen' & Jun' Wardens and rest of the Brethren of S' Andrews Lodge N° 82 under the Register of Scotland in due form Assembled — Greeting, Whereas Lodge N° 1 69 of Antient York Mason's ha-Ring been ci-editably inform'd that S' Andrews Lodge admitts modern Masons as Visitors which is directly in Opposition to the express rules and articles of antient Masonry ; We in Honour and Justice to our most Antient & Right Wor- shipful! Grand Lodge cannott but take notice of such illegal pro- ceedings and as we have no sinister views in it, but the good of the Antient Craft at Heart and it being a Duty incumbent upon us as Mason's to Apprize you thereof before we proceed farther ; Therefore we Acquainted our Worthy Brethren of Lodge N° 58 of Antient York Masons therewith, and it was Unanimously Agreed to require a Committee of an equall Number from each of the Antient Lodges in Boston in order to put a stop to so prejudi- cial a Practice to Antient Masonry. We desire no more than to have this Affair amicably Settled trusting it will appear an Act of inadvertancy rather than guilt. 458 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. Your Answer to this with the number of Your committee when to meet and place of meeting will ever Oblige your Affectionate and Faithfull Brethren and Humble Servants Lodge X° 169 ") Tho° Alexander Master Antient York V John Stewart Masons. ) Alex^ Cruckshank Geo : Beattie sect"^ ( Beai Ward" To The "Worshipful Master, "Wardens, & Brethren of S' Andrew's Lodge, of the Ancient institution of Masons. &c. Whereas Lodge N" 169 of Ancient York masons, having repre- sented to this Lodge that, S' Andrew's admits modern masons as visitors ; which is directly in opposition to the express rules and Articles of Ancient Masonrj- ; We ill honour and justice to our most antient and Right Hon*'' Grand Lodge, cannot but take notice of such illegal proceedings ; And as we have always the Ancient at hart, we should be glad that there were a Committee, of an equal number appointed from each of the Ancient Lodges in Boston, in order to have a stop put to so prejudicial a step in ancient Masonry, and we desire no more than to have this affair amicably settled. Your answer will ever oblige Your Brethren & hum'"'' Serv'' of Lodge N" 58 \ Tho^ Yeats Master of ancient york Masons, j Jn° ETLEr }r^ , Castle William ) Tho^ Thornlet J * ^^^^'^^ 14*^ March 1772 ) AV^ Davies Past Master & Secretary. ( seai . [See pp. 301, 304 and 305 of this volume.] Boston, Dec-^ 21. 1782. Bretheren, We the Subscribers being chosen a Committee in behalf of S' Andrews Lodge, to answer a Letter rec'd the 12 Ins' by the hands of the G* Sec*' in which Letter, we are inform'd of your intention of celebrating the Feast of S' John, and the Installing your Grand Officers ; likewise a declaration in which appears you have assumed an Independency of all Lodges in the Universe. With all due respect, we wou'd observe to you, that an Evening was appointed to take said Letter and declaration, into considera- tion, and after debating upon them, the following Question was put; " Whether this Lodge acknowledge the Massachusetts Grand Lodge, Independent of the Grand Lodge of Scotland, aud all other Grand Lodges in the Universe ? " Appendix. 459 The Lodge eou'd not consent to the declaration, supposing it to be inconsistent witii the principles of Masonry, necessary to be observ'd for the good of the Craft, amidst all the Variety of circumstances incident to human affairs. There were present at this meeting of the Lodge 49 Members, and Voted as follows. Yeas, 19; Nays, 30; total 49. By the aforegoing Vote, Brethren, you have the sense of S' Andrews Lodge. From your Affectionate & Loving Brothers To the most "Wpful Master ) James Carter and Wardens of the Grand V Sam'' Gore Lodge. ) Alexander Thomas John Sprague, Jun^ William Burbeck a o O [Letter to the Grand Lodge of Scotland.] Boston, May 19, 1783. To the Hon & Most Worshipf the G. M. Dep. G. M. G. Wardens & Brethren of the G. Lodge of Scotland in G. Lodge Assembled at S' Marys Chapel in the City of Edin- burg. Gent" my last letter to you was in June 1775, informing you of the Death of G. M. Warren. Since which the Unhappy Calamity of War has prevented an Intercourse ; but am now happy (that a general peace has taken place) in informing you of Our Proceed- ings. In 1775, the Lodges under this .lurisdiction Consisted of four Only. In March 1777, I, as Dep^ G. Master suramons'd the former G. Officers to Attend, when they were pleas'd to appoint me to the Chair as G. M. Since which we have granted fifteen Charters of Erections to Lodges, as ^ the Inclosed list. I lookt npon it as my Duty to inform you of tlie forgoing transactions ; And am with Sentiments of Respect for all the lodges in general under your Jurisdiction & the G. Lodge in partic', Gents & Brethren, Y' Affect" Bro' & H. Serv' J. Webb. [See p. 322 of this volume.] At a Meeting of the Rising States, Massachusetts, Perfect Union, Warren and King Solomon's Lodges of Ancient P^ree Masons, in Convention, held at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in Boston, 'March 10th, 6785. Present, Eight Worshipful Paul Revere, Brother Jonathan Stodder, Brother Norton Brailsford, > Brother John Boit, Brother Thomas Edwards, Delegates from Rising States Lodge. 460 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. Delegates from Massachusetts Lodge. '•] Right Worshipful M. M. Hays, Brother Aaron Dexter, Brother Joseph ^Vhipple, Brother "William ScoUay, Brother John Jackson, Right Worshipful Brother John Jutau, u™!."' ^' ^^^^^^^^' I Delegates from Bro her Is ebon, V p^^f^^ ^^.^^_ Brother Brown, Brother Hyman, Brother James Avery, Delegate from Warren Lodge. Right Worshipful Brother Josiah Bartlett, ^ nelecr-itps from Brother Eliphalet Newell, ! ^^eie^^tes irom Brother Benjamin Krothingham, (07 „ >„ 7-„j„„ ,, ^, T 1 n J- kolonion s Loaqe. Brother Joseph Cordis, ) ^ Voted, in Convention, That Right Worshipful Brother Revere, be President ; and Brother John Jackson be Secretary to this Convention. Resolveil. That it is the Opinion of this Convention, that they are individually bound to preserve inviolate the truest Harmony and Friendship with all their Brethren of the Craft, and that it is the Duty of every good Brother to adopt such Measures as are best suited to effect this Desiirn and establish the Authority of a Gkand Lodge for this laudable Purpose. Resolved, That for the better carrying such Design into Execu- tion and Effect, agreeable to the Ancient and most Valuable Con- stitutions of JIasonrt^A General Convention be held at Free Masons Hall in Charlestoicn . County of Middlesex, Commonwealth of Maasachusetts, on Thursday the 2t3th Day of May next, at Nine o'clock, A.M. by DelcLrates from all Ancient Lodges of Free Masons within the Commonwfalth aforesaid, as well as other Ancient Lodges of Free Masons in other of the American States, holding Right under the Jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge in the late Province or now Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Resolved, That Right Worshipful Brother Revere, Right Worship- ful Brother Hays, and Brother Dexter, be a Committee to send printed Copies of the Proceedings of this Convention to the several Lodges aforementioned ; and that the said Committee be author- ized to take such other Measures as they ma}" think expedient for executing the Intentions of this Convention. Paul Revere, Master Rising States Lodjje, Thomas Edwards, M. M. Hays, Master Massachusetts Lodge, Joseph Whipple, John Jutau, Benja. Frothingham, Josiah Bartlett, Master King Solomon's Lodge, John Boit, Jonathan Stodder, Joseph Cordis, William Scolhiy, Eliphalet Newell, P. S' Medaws, Edward Vaill Brown, Aaron Dexter, J. Nebon, Norton Brailsford, James Avery. Appendix. 461 Ordered, That 50 Copies be struck off to be sent to the several Lodges. John Jackson, Secretary. Boston, May 23'', 1785. Brethren, We have receiv'd your letter inclosing the various resolutions said to be made in a convention of several Lodges held at the Bunch of Grapes tavern in Boston, March 10* 1785. In answer thereto. We beg leave to declare that it now is, and ever has been the warmest wish of our hearts and the invariable rule of our practice, to preserve inviolate the truest harmony and friendship with all men, especially such as are of the Craft. That in our opinion the surest and the only way of effecting tliis grand design of Masonry, is to preserve inviolate those duties and obligations which we owe to all men, more particularly such as we are bound to perform by the Masonic institutions. It may not be necessai-y to inform some, tho' it may be others, that we convene and assemble as a true and regular lodge, by virtue of a charter from the Grand Lodge of Scotland dated ^Nov' 30* 175G, nnder this charter alone we hold, and herein are we bound by obligations which we deem sacred— these obligations once broken, this faith once destroy'd, we should conceive ourselves unworthy of confidence either as men or masons. Having thus stated to you our relation to the Grand Lodge of Scotland, and our Sentiments of that relation, we conceive that we have offer'd sufficient reason for our declining to accede to the proposal made in your second resolution, and we now do for these reasons most explicitly, refuse to meet the Convention to be held at Charlestown on the tirenty-sixth day of May instant. We anxiously wish to preserve concord and harmony with all men, and as we fear any future discussion of this matter may be pro- ductive of disputes, and uneasiness, we ask your acceptance of the foregoing as a final answer to every proposal of a similar kind, and we take this opportunity to inform 3'ou, that we shall not conceive ourselves justified in attending to any future communica- tions on this subject. In the Name and in behalf of S' Andrews Lodge, .Tames Carter, Master Elisha Sigournet, S.W. To Paul Revere, Esq'., & others in Convention at Charlestown. [Note from Mrs. John Eowe to Grand Lodge.] M" Rowe & M' John Eowe [nephew] present their most respect- ful Compliments to M' Cutler & the other Officers & Bi-ethren of the Grand Lodge & beg them to accept their most grateful acknowledg- ments for their respect shewn at the interment of M' Rowe their late Grand Master & to assure them they retain a grateful sense of Their attention to his Memory. And as M" & M' Rowe have not 462 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. the pleasure of an acquaintance with the Masters & Officers of the other Lodges that attended at the funeral thej- beg the favour of M'' Cutler that he will be so kind as to communicate to them in their names their particular thanks for the polite & respectful Be- haviour shewn by the Brethren on this mournful occasion ; & they request that M'' Cutler will do this in the manner he thinks most proper. Pond Street 22" Feb'' 1787. Feb'' 23'! 1787. Sir: Inclos'd you have a Copy of a note sent me from M" Rowe, you will please to communicate the contents to your Lodge, with the thanks of S' Johns Grand Lodge for their attendance at the funeral of the late John Rowe Esq' their Grand Master. Your Af- fectionate brother & humble Servant, John Cdtler, S. G. W. [Notice of the Election of Joseph Webb as Grand Master.] To all the Fraternity of Antient Free and Accepted Masons around the Globe Greeting Be it known & made manifest That by the Decease of our late worthy Grand Master the most Worshipfull JOSEPH WARREN ESQ*. That important Office is become vacant, and as his commission was derived from the Grand Lodge of Scotland, & all intercourse, and connection that way being dissolved by a Declaration of this State together w* twelve other United States Free and Indepen- dent of Great Biittain, We therefore the Grand Lodge, together with the Delegates of the other Lodges under this jurisdiction, taking into consideration the absolute necessity of having a Grand Master of our own ap- pointment for this State, Have thought fit to appoint & do by these Presents Constitute, appoint, & Elect our trusty & well be- lov'd Brother Joseph Webb Esq' To be Grand Master of Antient Masonry through this State of Massachusetts Bay, and we for our- selves & successors in Office, Do, by these presents acknowledge our Subjection to him, as Grand Master aforesaid, & all the Appendix. 463 Lodges under this Jurisdiction are hereby enjoyned to acknowledge & conduct themselves accordingly, agreeably to the Antient rules & customs of Masonry. In Testimony whereof, We have caused the Seal of our Grand Lodge to be hereunto affixed, & have also sett our Hands this eighth Day of March in the year of our LORD, MDCCLXXVII & of Masonry 5777. W" Hohkins G" Secy. J^° Lowell G*" Treasurer Sam'' Barrett S. G. Warden Nat Pierce G* Secy Paul Reverb J. G. W. Tho^ Crafts S' G. D. Jn° Symmes Mas' S And" Lodge Edw" Proctor J"' G. D. Winthrop Gray S' Warden Do Tho" Uhann I p Cf H Step" Bruce .Tun' W. Do Caleb Hopkins j Paul Revere D. M. Tyrian Lodge The above is a true Copy Pn. Marrett S. W. Do Benj" Coolidge G* Secy. W" Greenough Mas' S' Peter Lodge [Communication from the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts to Saint Andrews Lodge April 2, 1792.] To the Right Worshipful Master, the Officers & Members of Saint Andreivn Lodge of Free & accepted Masons, N° 82 of the Registry of Scotland. Respected Brethren, We think it our incumbent Duty to communicate officially, that a compleat Union of the two Grand Lodges formerly held in this State is happily effected ; & that "2%e Grand Lodge of the most ancient & Honorable Society of Free & accep'ed Masons for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts" , is compleatly organized. The sole Objects of this Coalition, are to obliterate as far as pos- sible all Distinctions heretofore made, to provide for a Regular Intercourse of the Brethren, & by all other Means to promote the Interests of our Ancient Fraternity. And happy we are that every Transaction of this important era, has been marked with Candour, Unanimity & a strict Adherence to the genuine Princi- ples of the Institution. All lodges heretofore established, are to retain their original Charters, (the Dates, & the Grand Lodges from whome they were issued being recorded by the Grand Secretary) & a due Repre- sentation, with the Payment of equal Quarterly Assessments, entitle such Lodges to a regular Connection with this Grand Lodge ; To take Precedency according to seniority. And All former Grand Lodge Records, & other Masonic Papers are safely deposited in our Archives. Quarterly Communications are to be holden, on the Evenings of the second Mondays in December, March, June & September. The Grand Master, & Grand Wardens are to be annually elected, at the Meeting in December, two thirds of the Voters present make a choice, & no Brother is eligible for these oflflees more than three years successivelj'. The Grand Treasurer, & Secretary are also 464 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. elected Annually by the Grand Lodge ; And the other Grand Of- ficers are appointed by the Grand Master. A Eegular Code of Laws (in which the Ancient landmarks are sacredly preserved) is carefully compiled, & a Book of Constitu- tions, containing our History,"Charges, Regulations &c collected from old Keeords & faithful Traditions, being now in the Press will soon be published under the Authority of the Grand Lodge. Having stated these Particulars, we beg Leave to remark, that the Late deranged State of Masonry requires every Exertion for its revival & Support ; And we doubt not but all worthy Brethren will cheerfully lend their Aid, in such way as they think best to promote so laudable a Design. We do not on this Occasion urge any Sentiments to Influence jour Conduct & we tender our Warm- est Wishes for your Prosperity & Happiness. The Masonic Institu- tion is not the Offspring of Discord or Usurpation, but is founded on the Broad Basis of universal Philanthropy ; And tho' we may differ in Circumstances not essential, we are still sacredly bound to cher- ish its benevolent Designs, by a Mutual Intercourse of Affection & Esteem ; For " the liberal Soul shall be made fat: & he that Water- eth shall be watered also himself." Done in the Grand Lodge at Boston on the second Day of April Anno Lucis 5792. Attest John Cdtler Grand Master. Tho" Farhington Josiah Bartlett | ^.^^^^^ hardens. Grand Sec^. Mijngo Mackat j [Answer to. the above communication.] Boston April 16, 5793. Bretheren We acknowledge the Bee', of yours of the second of April 5792, Informing us of j'our uniting the two Grand Lodges formerly Held in this State into a Grand Lodge of the Most Antient & Honour- able Society of Free & Accepted Masons for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts — we shall always Rejoice in the prosperity of the Masonick art & shall make it our Studdy to promote the Inter- est of the Craft & by Strictly adhereiug to the true principals of our Constitution, hope to merret the Approbation of all Good Masons. MVith the warmest feelings of Brotherly Love & Respect We are Bretheren, Y" affectionately. By order of S' Andrews Lodge W". Harris Sec^ 1 We also acknowledge the rect of your Letter of 27:h of Deer last accompanied -with a new Book of Constitutions for which accept our thanks. To the Most Worshipful .John Cutler Grand Master & the Officers & Brethren of the Grand Lodge for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Appendix. 465 [Answer to letter of Isaac D°Coster, p. 442.] Boston 3'*- Felj''. 1761. R' Worshipful! Decoster, We the Master Wai-dens & Brethren of S'. Andrews Lodge No. Assembled in due form Adorned witli all Our honours, do Most Gratefully Acknowledge the Eec'. of Your Letter, with a Coppy pf y'. By Laws wliich we safely rec*., for which a Unanimous Vote Passed, Tliat our humble Thanks should be Returned to the Master Wardens & Brethren of Lodge N° 2 at Hallilax for their fav"^. in Granting us a Coppy of Their By Laws &c.. And in due Order Drank — Health & Prosperity to the blas- ter Wardens & Brethren of lodge N" 2 at Hallifax, Whom we most heartily desire to Greet Well, we shall also doom- Utmost Endeav- ours to Preserve harmony and Order, and have tlie Satisfaction to Assure you we are now Well formed, and a full Lodge of such Members as we humbly hope will do honour to Masonry. We are •with all Due respect In Behalf of The Master & Bretheren of S'. Andrews Lodge (for which we are a Committee) Your most Obed'. And Affectionate Brothers r Moses Deshon Coppy. Committee < Jos : Webb [p. Lewis [Bill of Fare for Feast of S' John the Evangelist. J A Commit Chosen by Saint Andrews Lodg to Agree with Brother F. Gerald to provide a diner for the Lodg. Tho' Knox, Stephen Bruce, Sam. Moar. 3 Boil'd Turkeys & Oyster Sauce 6 roasted Ducks. 3 roasted d° 2 Hams Bacon. 1 doz. Fowles Boil'd w"" Pork & Cabbidge 4 Neats Tongues. A Rump & part of a Surloin Beef Roasted 2 chicken Pies. 2 doz Apple & Crambeiry Tarts Butter, Cheese 2 plain & 2 plumb Pudding Oniou & Cramberry Cellery, Oyl, Pepper, Salt, Horse Raddish Sauce. Custards & Jelleys for Bread. Vinegar, Bread, Mus- A Roast of Alamode Beef tard. Aa;reed to Supply the above at half a Dollar ^ head, paying for fifty men whether they be at the Feast or Not, if more to pay so many more half Dollars p head. Madeira Wine at three pister- eens p Bottle. Boston, Dec. 18, 1769. ^ L' F. Gerald. It is further Agreed for two Beef Stake pyes 2 Legs of Corn'd Fork 2 geese Roasted. In consideration whereof the partys to paj- for sixty whether there or not, if more in proportion. 466 Pkoceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. YIII. MASONIC HALL LOTTERY, NEWPOET, E. I. [See p. 65 of this volume.] To the Hon*'' the General Assembly of his Majesty's Colony of Khode Island, &e. ■ The Petition of the Master, Wardens, and Society of Free & Accepted Masons of Newport in the Colony afores* Sheweth That the Town of Newport having no Building sufficiently Large and Commodious, for Publick Entertainments, where at any time the Governor or General Assembly, might at their Elections, or Other Occasions Assemble and Dine, & where any of his Majesty's Governors or Other Officers, Civil or Military may Occasionally be publickly Entertained, The Society of Free and Accepted Masons taking the Same into their Consideration, & being perticularly Desirous of Effecting something which might Answer tliis End, have agreed among themselves to set on foot a Commodious Build- ing under the Name of the Masons Hall for the purposes afore- said, but the Society finding that their Fund will be unequal to the Expence, are under a Necessity to Address this Hble Assembly for Assistance in Promoting so Good a Work & so Honble & Use- ful to the Colony, Do therefore Humbly pray that a Lotter}' be Granted them agreable to the Annexed Scheme for Raising 2400 Dollars for Canying on the Building aforesaid, which Method the Petition[er]s Humbly Conceive will be the Readier Adopted, as they can Assure this Honble Assembly they have it in their Power to Dispose of the Chief of the Tickets among their Fraternity in Other Governments. Your Petitioners do further Humbly propose that the Money so to be Rais'd be directed to be paid into the Hands of the Master & Wardens of the said Society in Newport in Trust for the Purpose aforesaid — And your Petitioners as in Duty Bound will ever pray. Rob'' Jenkins [Jtrm^.] M. John Miller John Mawdsley S. W. Sol" Townsend Sam'' Brenton J. W. John Roffee Benj" S. Mason T. Ebenezer Rtjmreal Nath"- Mumford S. George Buckmaster Tho^ Pollin Peter Marshall Martin Howard J^. Robert Marshall AuG^ Johnston Ja" Franklin Tho^ Moffatt Will" Tweedy Will™ Hunter Gregory Cozzens Edw" Cole Sam"- Johnston Tho^ Vernon Tho^ Gordon Stelle Edw" Ellis David Jamison Jos" Wanton Jun'' W" Lyster Appendix. 467 George Gardner Will" Richards Isaac Stelle Chris" Champlin David Harrison Ignatids Battar John Dupby John Burges Edw" Scott Benj: Brown Jos* Brown Moses Brown Jabez Bowen Chris" Hopkins John Brown Nath'- Balch John Nash Nictf Easton J* James Drew Christian Maters KiCHARD BeALB Henry Sowle John Dockret John Collins. Masons in Providence. Ebbn" Thompson Jos" Owen Estes Howe Joseph Russell Dan^ Tillinghast James Green Ambrose Page Noah Mason W Smith Sam'' Angell Wee the Subscribers Inhabitants of this Colony do hereby Humbly Recommend the Subject Matter of this Petition, as Worthy your Honors Notice & fitt to be Granted. Godfrey Malbone Jos : Wanton Jahleel Brenton Tho^ Wickham Godfrey Malbone J* Ch° Wickham Peter James John Jepson Benj : Wickham Silas Cooke John Bennet Jonas L. Redwood Edw" Scott Tho^ Robinson Ja° Keith John Malbone Matt* Cozzens Fra^ Brindlet Jos. Andrews Allen Brown Jon-*- Otis Tho° Rodman Ja° Angell Sol" Drowne Jos : Olney Ephraim Bowen John Brown Tho' Cranston Evan Malbone Petkb Harrison Simon Pease Walter Cranston Jos"^ Lyndon Andrew Heatly Henry Ward George Gardner EsEK Hopkins John Jenks NiCH^ Brown Arthur Fenner George Corlis W" Wanton Tho* AVickham J* John Coddington Jos : Cozzens W" Richardson John Bourse STEPHEN AyRAULT Jos Scott Ja^ Gould George Nichols Jos G. Wanton 468 Proceedings m Masonet, 1733-92. Barzilla Richmond Jos : Whipple Ab : iSiiiTH Jos. Arnold SisiEox Hunt Simon Smith W MoMFORD Job Sweeting Mat Bowler John Dexter An Act for raising Two thousand four hundred Dollars for & towards the Erecting a Publick Edifice in the Town of New- port by the Kame of Masons IIall. Whereas Robert Jenkins Jun' Master, John Mawdsley & Samuel Brenton, Wardens & the Cliief of the Society of Free & Accepted Masons, together with Snndi-y other persons Inhabitants of this Colony, did by Petition to the General Assembly at their present sessions, set forth "That the Town of Newport having no Build- ing in it Sufflcieutly Large & Commodious for Pnblick Kntert;iin- ments, where at any time tlie Gov"^ or General Assembly might Occasionally Assemble & Dine & where any of his Majesty's Governors or Other Officers might be Publickly entertain'd. They the said Society have agreed to set on foot a Commodious Build- ing under the Name of the Masons Hall, for the Purposes afores* but finding that their Fund would be unequal to the Expence did pray that a Lottery might be Granted them for raising 2400 Dollars for Carrying on and effecting the Building afores^- On Consideration whereof — Be it Enacted by the Gen' Assembly of s* Colony & by the Authority of the same be it Enacted that the Sum of 2400 Dollars be forthwith rais'd by a Lottery to be Drawn in the Town of New- port and that the following be the Scheme thereof, The Lottery to Consist of 4000 Tickets at 4 Doll' Each 1113 of which to be fortunate without any Deduction. N" of Prizes 1 of 1000 is 1000 1 500 500 2 200 400 6 100 600 6 75 450 11 50 550 38 30 1140 48 20 960 1000 8 8000 1113 13600 2887 ded' for Build^ 2400 4000 Tickets at 4 doll" Each IGOOO And be it Enacted by tlie Authority afors'' that Thomas Cranston Esq' Godfrey Malbon J'Esq'. Cupt Silas Cook M' Benj" Mason, M'' Chris Champlin J' & M' Sol° Townsend be the Directors of said Lottery, that they be under Oath for the faithful Discharge of their Trust and they Dispose of the Tickets & proceed to the Draw- Appendix. 469 ing of s* Lottery as soon as the same shall be fiU'd & that they Give Security to the Gen' Treasurer for the paym' of tlie prizes. And be it further enacted by the Autliorit}- aforesaid that the s* Slim of 2400 Dollars when Rais'd in manner afores'' shall be forthwith paid by the s'' Directors . into the hands of the Treas- urer of the said Society of Free and Accepf" Masons in the Town of Newport for the Time being, as a Fund for & towards the Carry- ing on & Compleating a Building to be Call'd by the Name of the Masons Hall in s* Town According to such plan & under the In- spection & Managem' of such person or Persons as the s* Society shall Devise & Appoint, & that the said Building when Erected shall serve & be improv'd for the Celebration of all Publick Feasts & Entertain m'^ as they may Occasionally happen & in which the Governor of the s* Colony or the General Assembly thereof may be Immediately Concern'd, but for no Other purpose whatsoever without the Consent & Leave of the Society of Free & Accepted Masons be first had and Obtained. And be it further Enacted that the Master "Wardens & Society afores* shall have full power & Authority to purchase & take to themselves & to their Successors a suitable Lot of Land Seituate in Newport afores'' whereon to erect the Biiilding afores* & that the same when Erected shall Vest in them & their Successors, sub- ject to the Direction and Superinteudance of the s* Society or the Major part thereof. And for as much as it may happen that Disptites & Contro- versies mny Arise from time to time as well About the Building & lepairing of s* House, as the regulating & Government thereof, it is Necessary that the said Society. have a Name in Law, Be it therefore Enacted that the Societ\- aforesaid be & they are hereby Incorporated by the Name of the Master Wardens and Society of Free & Accepted Masons in the Town of Newport, and under that Name & Character may Sue & Defend in all Causes & Matters touching & Concerning the Building aforesaid. And to prevent any Embezelm' or Misaplication of the Sum of Money afores'^ wlien rais'd it is further Enact* that the Treasurer of said Society shall Give sufficient Security to the General Treas- urer of said Colony to render an Account of the Money aforesaid and of the Application thereof when he shall be called upon so to do. June 13. 1759 To the House of Mag'' Gent. Resolved that the aforewritten pass as an Act of this Assembly Voted & Passed p. Order J. Lyndon Clerk Read the same Day in the Upper House & Concurred. By Order Tho' Ward, Secr3^ Newport, June 21'' 5759. R' WorshipfuU Sir The inclosed Act of our General Assembly will open to you a design, set on foot by Our Society, in this Town for Building a 470 Peoceedings m Masonet, 1733-92. Lodge ; And at the same time shew you that the Plan is approv'd by the Government, who have granted us a Lottery for compleat- ing tbe work. A Chief motive with the General Assembly for granting so great a fav' to the Masons, was the Assurance we gave them, that the chief of the Tickets would be disposed of by and among our Fra- ternity in the neighbouring Colonies. And as we shall be very attentive, to fulfil our engagements with the Government, We have taken the liberty to address you upon this Occasion, begging the favour of your Influence, among the Brethren, of the Several Lodges under your direction :. And to ask your kind Assistance, with theirs in disposing of our Tickets : Not in the least doubting but you will chearf ully lend a hand to a work calculated to pro- mote the Honor of Masonry And to further the charitable Ends, which we have in View. We shall spare mentioning any other motives to engage your Assistance in this matter, the Spirit of Masonry alone will dictate more than we can say. We have only to tender a Eeturn of all the good Offices, you may render us when Occasion shall offer. By Order of the Lodge. I am with due Submission, & much sincerity, R' Wors : Sir Your affectionate Brother To the R' Wors : Na' Mumford, Secry. jEREmAH Gridly Esq"^ Proviu' Grand Master of N° America. IX. EARLY MASONIC PROCESSIONS IN BOSTON. Boston, June 27"^ [1737.] Friday last being the Feast of St John the Baptist, the annual meeting of the Free and Accepted Masons, the^' accordingly met. The Right Worshipful Mr. Robert Thomlinson, Grand JSIaster, nominated and appointed his Grand officers for the next year en- suing, viz : Mr. Hugh M'Daniel, Deputy Grand Master ; Mr. Thomas Moffat (Doctor of Medicine) , Senior Grand Warden ; Mr. John Osborne, Junior Grand Warden ; Mr. Benjamin Hallowell, Grand Treasurer ; Mr. Francis Beteilhe, Grand Secretary. After which the Society attended the Grand Master in procession to his Excellency Governor Belcher's, and from thence the Governor was attended by the Grand Miister and the Brotherhood to the Royal Exchange Tavern in King Street, where they had an elegant enter- tainment. It being the first procession in America they appeared in the proper badges of their Order, some gold and some silver. The procession was closed bj' the Grand Master. [We are in- debted to Bro. VV. J. Hughan for the above extract from the St. James' Evening Post, Loudon, August 20. 1737.} Appendix. 471 [The following poem appeared in the "American Apollo," a magazine printed in Boston, as the editor says in his first number, upon the first printing press manufactured in that city.] Messrs. Printers, The following historical scrap, written by the late Joseph G-rben, Esq., claims a place in the Apollo, j. m. We insert this, by particular desire, according to the original form. A true and exact account of the celebration of the Festival of St. John the Baptist, by the Ancient and Honourable Society of Free and Accepted Masons, at Boston in New England, on June the 26th, 1739, taken from the Boston Gazette, and ren- dered into Metre, that chil- dren may commit it to and retain it in their memory. " They might distinguish different noise " Of horns, and pans, and' dogs, and boys, " And kettle drums whose sullen dub, " Sounds like the hooping of a tub." — Hudibras. In Roman callendars we find. Saint John the Baptist's feast assign'd, To June the twenty -fourth, and he, (For so all Masons do agree) A famous Lodge in days of old. In Jordan's wilderness did hold. For this as legends us acquaint, Thej' made a Patron, of the Saint ; Eight worshipful Bob Thomlinson, Having this duly thought upon ; The Lodge on Tuesday last did call, To celebrate the festival ; For Jime the twenty-fourth was Sunday, And Brother *Belchek fasts on Monday ; So for the saSe of eating dinner. He trick'd the Saint to please the Sinner, The Brethren, soon as this was known. All met to walk about the town. First Brother fWACSHORN was their choice, "Waghorn of sounding /ame and voice; At three, they to his house repair, And having staid a little there. * f/is ETxellenvy Jonathan Belcher, Esq., Oovernovr of his Majesty's Province of Mat- aachusetts Bay. t Mr. Waghorn, Grand Sword Bearer. 472 Pkoceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. Proceeded onwards through the street, Unto his Excellency's seat ; For as this Waghorn was a Brother His Excellency was another. Unlucky name it grieves full sore, Waghorn and Belcher — but no more. Here, having drank and giv'n the nign. By which he was oblig'd to join, From hence in leather apron drest AVith tinsel ribbons on their breast. In pompous order march'd the train, First two, then three, then tKO again ; As thro' the street they pass'd along. All kinds of music led tlie throng ; Trumpets and ketlle drums were there, And horns too in the front appear. Thus they went on thro' various noises To hear them^f7d/e at Deblois's — And thence came thro' another street. To Brother *Li;ke's to drink and eat ; For Luke was ordered to prepare. Plenty of every dainty fare ; Tongues, hams, and lambs, green peas and chickens. So that, in short, 'twas "■pretty pickings." Girls left their needle, Boys their book. And crowded in the street to look ; And if from laughing we guess right. They were mnch pleased with the sight. All this by land — now follows after The gallant show, upon the water. The ship, tliat Hollowell is named, From HoLi.owELL, for building famed ; Of wliich their Brother Alexander French was part owner and Commander ; Soon as appeared the Eastern Beam This ship, haul'd off into the stream, Eed baize was tacked ou the top. And all the colours hoisted up. And on the mizzen peak was spread, A leathern apron, lin'd with red. The men on board all day were glad. And drank and smoked like any mad. And from her sides three times did ring, Great guns as loud as any thing. But at the setting of the sun Precisely, ceas'd the noise of gun, All ornaments were taken down, Jack, ensign, pendant and Apron. * Luke Vardjft Innholder. Appendix. 473 [The following is a reprint of a rare pamphlet. A copy of the first edition (1750) is in the library of P.G.M. Samuel C. Law- rence, and a copy of the second edition (1795) in the library of the Grand Lodge of Mass. This version is from the latter.] ENTERTAINMENT roK A WINTER'S EVENING, . BEING A PULL AND TRUE ACCOUNT or A VERY Strange and Wonderful Sight Seen in Boston on the Twenty-seventh of December, 1749, At Noon-Dat. The Tmth of which can be attested by a Great Number of' People, who actually saw the same With their own eyes. BY ME, THE HON. B. B. ESQ., • (Alias Jos. Green, Esq.) Primo progrediuntur anscres, dein vituli, grex asinaria sequi- tur. Templum aditum est. His omnibus vir sanctns praedica- vit, multis populis circumstantibus. Vet. Leg. lib. HI. cap. 14. Boston : Printed in the Year 1750. Reprinted 1795. O Muse renown'd for story-telling, Fair Clio, leave thy airy dwelling, Now while the streams like marble stand, Held fast by Winter's icy hand ; Now while the hills are cloth'd in snow ; Now while the keen north-west winds blow ; From the bleak fields and cliilling air Unto the warmer hearth repair ; Where friends in cliearful circle met In social conversation sit. Come, Goddess, and our ears regale With a diverting Christmas tale. O come, and in thj' verse declare Who were the men, and what they were. And what their names, and what their fame, And what the cause for which they came To house of God from house of ale, And how the parson told his tale : How they return'd in manner odd, To house of ale from house of God. Free Masons, as the story goes, Have two saints for tlieir patrons chose : And both Saint Johns, one the Baptist, The other the Evangelist. 474 Pkoceemngs in Masonky, 1733-92. The Baptist had a Lodge which stood, Of old, bj' Jordan's ancient flood. But for what secret cause the other Has been adopted for a brother. They cannot and I will not say, Nee scire fas est omnia. l%e Masons by procession Having already honour'd one, (Thou, to perpetuate their glorj-, Clio, didst then relate the story,) To show the world they mean fair play. And that each saint should have his day. Now order store of belly-timber 'Gainst twenty-seventh of December. For that's the day of Saint Joiin's feast, Fix'd by the holy Roman priest. They then in mood religious chose Their brother of the roll and rose* The ceremony to commence : He from the sacred eminence Must first explain, and then apply The duties of Free Masonry. At length in scarlet apron drest. Forth rush'd the morning of the feast ; And now the bells in steeple play, Hark, ding, dong, bells they chime away ; Until, with solemn toll and steady, The great bell tells — the parson's ready. Masons at church ! ! strange auditory ! ! And yet we have as strange in story. For saints, as history attests. Have preach'd to fishes, birds and beasts ; Yea stones so hard, tho' strange, 'tis true. Have sometimes been their hearers too.f So good Saint Francis, man of grace, Himself preach'd to the braying race; And further, as the story passes, Address'd them thus — my brother asses. J Just so old British "Wereburga, As ecclesiastic writers say,§ Harrangued the geese both far and wide, Just so the geese were edify'd. *Rev. Mr. Brockwell. t Vide Spec. Eiemplor. Cms. Dial. Lib. IV. cap. 98. Benevent de Vit. S. Franc, cap. 8. Oapgr. Nov. legend, fol. 160, Anton. Chron. P. III. tit. 24, c. 2, § 5. XFratres Asini, orem von ut ftileatis. nee inturbetia Verimm Dei quod aiiienti huic populo propono. Wadding, Annal. A 1213, iK 8. We see he, too, had a thirsty audience. iFrat. Cress. Ilist. Eccles. Lib. XVII. c. 17. Appendix. 475 The crowds attending gaze around, And awful silence reigns profound, Till from the seat which he'd sat fast on Uprose and thus began the parson. Eight Worshipful*, at whose command Obedient I in Rostra stand ; It proper is and fit to show Unto the crowds that gape below, Who wonder much, and well they may, What on th' occasion I can say ; Why in the church are met together, Especially in such cold weather, Such folk as never did appear So overfond of coming there. Know then, my friends, without more pother, That these are Masons, I'm a Brother, Masons, said I? — yes. Masons Free ; Their deeds and title both agree. While other sects fall out and fight About a trifling mode or rite, We firm by Love cemented stand, 'Tis Love unites us heart and hand, Love to a party not confin'd, A Love embracing all mankind, Both catholic and protestant. The Scots and eke New England saint ; Antonio's! followers, and those Who've CrispinJ for their patron chose, And them, who to their idol goose Oft sacrifice the blood of louse. § Those who with razor bright and keen, i And careful hand, each morn are seen. Devoting to Saint Nicholas || » The manly honours of the face. Him too who works, ah ! cruel deed ! The fatal, tough, Muscovian weed ! And twists the suffocating string In which devoted wretches swing, (And ma3' gracious Heaven defend "The brethren from dishonest end,) Whose cauldrons smoke with juice of Pine, An oflTering to Saint Catharine.^ O Pine salubrious ! from thy veins * ThomaB Oxnard, Esq. t Antonio is tlie Fati-on of Sailors. t Criepiu, the Patron of Sboumaliers. § It is eoniectured tiiat the Taylors are here meant. II 8t. Nicholas, the Patron of Barbers. IF St. Catharine, the Patroness of Rope-makers. 476 Pkoceedinqs in Masonry, 1733-92. Distils the cure of human pains. Hail Sacred Tree ! * to thee I owe This freedom from a world of woe, My heart tho' grateful, weak my strain, To show tliy worth I strive in vain. Could Thracian Orpheus but impart His tuneful lyre and matchless art ; And would propitious fates decree Old Nestor's length of days to me, That lyre, that art, that length of days, I'd spend in singing forth thy praise. Still thou shall never want my blessing ; — — But to return from thus digressing. Rhode-Island's differing, motley tribes. Far more than Alec. Koss describes. And light that's new, and light that's old, We in our friendly arms enfold. Free, generous and unconfin'd, To outward shape or inward mind. The high and low, the great and small, James Perkins short, and Aston tall, Johnson as bulky as a house And Wethred smaller than a louse, The grave and merry, dull and witty. The fair and brown, deform'd and pretty, We all agree, both wet and dry, From drunken Luke to sober I. And Hugh — But hark, methinks I hear One shrewdly whisp'ring in my ear : " Pray, Parson, don't affirm but prove ; " Do they all meet and part in love? " Quarrels ofttimes don't they delight in, " And now and then a little fighting? " Did there not (for the Secret's out) " In the last Lodge arise a rout? " Mackenzey with a fist of brass " Laid Trail's nose level with his face, " And scarcely had he let his hand go, " AVhen he receiv'd from Trail a d d blow, " Now, parson, when a nose is broken, " Pray, is it friendly sign or token?" 'Tis true, but trifling is th' objection. All general rules have an exception. Oft from themselves the best men vary, * The Fine was sacred lo the Goddess Cybele, who was very skilful in Physick and pre- served men's lives. She no doubt drew her Remedies froni this salutifernus Tree, and perhaps was not unacquainted with the Virtues of Tar- Water. Hence this Tree was held sacred to her hy the Ancients. Appendix. 477 Humannm enim est errare. But what I've said, I'll say again, And what I say I will maintain : 'Tis Love, pure Loce, cements the whole, Love of the Bottle and the Bowl. But 'tis high time to let you go Where you had rather be, I know ; And by proceeding I delay The weightier business of the day ; For eating solid sense affords, Whilst nonsense kirks in many words. Doubting does oft arise from thinking, But truth is only found in drinking. Tliis having said the reverend vicar Dismiss'd them to their food and liquor. From cliurch to Stone's they go to eat. In order waliiing through the street ; But no Right Worshipful was there, Pallas forbad him to appear ;. For, well foreseeing that the jobb Would from all parts collect a mob. He wisely catch'd a cold and staid At home, at least, if not in bed. So when the Greeks 'gainst Tkojans went, Achilles tarry'd in his tent ; Asham'd he hides himself, nor draws His conquering sword in harlot's cause. See Buck before the aprou'd throng Marches with sword and book along ; The stately ram, with courage bold. So stalks before the fleecy fold, And so the gander, on the brink Of river, leads his geese to drink. And so the geese descend from gab'ling On the dry land, in stream to dab'ling. Three with their white sticks next are seen. One on each side and one between ; Plump Lewis* marches on tlie right. Round as a hoop, as bottle tight. With face full orb'd and rosy too ; So ruddy Cynthia oft we view. When she. from tippling eastern streams, Fiist throws about her evening beams. 'Tis he the brethren all admire, * Lewis Turner. 478 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. Him for their steward they require. 'Tis he they view with wondering eyes, 'Tis he their utmost art defies ; For though with nicest skill they work all. None of them e'er could square his circle. Next Belcher with MacDaniel passes ; Though brothers, how unlike their faces ! So limners better represent By artful contrast what they paint. Who's he comes next? 'Tis Pite by name, Pue by his nose well known to f ame ; This, when the generous juice recruits. Around a brighter radiance shoots. So, on some promontory's height, For Neptune's sons the signal light Shines fair, and fed by unctuous stream. Sends off to sea a livelier beam. But see the crowds, with what amaze They on the 'pothecary * gaze ! * » » » * * » * » * » » » • » * Aston, high rising o'er the rest, With his taU head and ample chest ; So towering stands the tree of Jove, And proud o'erlooks the neighboring grove. Where's honest Luke,t that cook from London, For without icAe the Lodge is undone. 'Twas he who oft dispell'd their sadness, And fiU'd the Brethren's hearts with gladness. For them his ample bowls o'erflow'd, His table groan'd beneath its load ; For them he stretched his utmost art ; Their honours grateful they impart. Luke in return is made a brother, As good and true as any other ; And still, though broke with age and wine, Preserves the token and the sign. But stiU I see a numerous train : Shall they, alas ! unsung remain? Sage Halloivel of public soul, * Doct. Aston. t Luke Vardy. Appendix. 479 And laughing Frank ,* friend to the bowl, Meek Bea, half smother'd in the crowd, And Bowe who sings at church so loud, Tall De la Bue, of Gallic City, Short Box, who trips along so pretty, Bayard so truss, with gut well fed. Who to the hungry deals his bread. And twenty more crowd on my fancy. All brothers — and that's all you can say. Whene'er for aiding nature frail, Poor bawd must follow the cart's-tail, As through fair London's streets she goes, The mob, like fame, by moving grows ; They should'ring close, press, stink and shove Scarcely can the procession move. Just such a street-collected throng Guarded the Brotherhood along ; Just such the noise, just such the roar, Heard from behind and from before, 'Till lodg'd at Stone's, nor more pursu'd, The mob with three huzzas conclude. And now, withdrawn from public view, • What did the brethren say and do? Had I the force of Stentoe's lungs, A voice of brass, a hundred tongues ; My tongues and voice and lungs would fail, Ere I had finish'd half my tale ; Ere I had told their names and nation. Their virtues, arts and occupation ; Or, in fit strains had half made known What words were spoke, what deeds were done. Clio, 'tis thou alone canst show 'em, For thou'rt a goddess and must know 'em. But now suppress thy further rhyme, And tell the rest another time. Once more, perhaps, the apron'd train Hereafter may invite thy strain ; Then, Clio, with descendent wing. Shall downward fly again and sing. * Frank Johonnot. [Note. Aston was an apothecary and grocer; JTatlowel, liere referred to, was proljably Captain Benjamin Hallowel, an active and influential Mason ; John Rea, was a shlp-cbandler, and kept In Butler's Row ; Jolin Rowe, afterwards Grand Master, was a distinguished mer- chant and importer, and lived in Essex Street, and was the owner of Rowe's pasture, through which Rowe street once ran ; Buck was the Tyler of St. John's Grand Lodge.] 480 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. [The poet, who dealt so wittily, but so irreverently with the Craft in the two poems above set forth, was Joseph Green, who, during the greater part of a long life-time, maintained the reputa- tion of being the foremost wit of his day. He was born in Boston in 1706, in the same year with Benjamin Franklin. He graduated at Harvard College, at the age of twenty. He at once engaged in business as a distiller and continued in mercantile pursuits for many years, thereby acquiring a large fortune. "Without taking a prominent part in polilics, his pen was always read}', when any opportunity for satire was offered, to improve it for the columns of the newspaper, or the more pretentious pamphlet. As Dr. Byles, a rival wit, said of him, " Ambition fired the 'stiller's pate." His effusions attracted much attention, and excited much merri- ment. One of the most ambitious of them was the "Winter Evening's Entertainment." Of course many of its statements are grossly extravagant, but it is characteristic of tlie time, and amusing — even at this da}-. We have been oliliged to change one word and to omit four lines as not suited to " ears polite." Green was a loyalist. He fled to England in 1775, where he passed the remainder of his life in retirement. He died in 1780. A humorous epitaph, written by one of his friends in 1743, indi- cates the popular estimate of his talents : — Sister Viator, here lies one Whose life was whim, whose soul was pun ; And if you go too near his hearse, , He'll joke you both in prose and verse. J [The Massachusetts Centinel, May 16, 1787.] Mr. EusscU, 27(6 following versification of a letter describing a late puhlick Spectacle, is as near the original ai possible — if you think proper you may hand it to the puhlick, through the Centinel. Yours, P. Q. Dear Cousin, I promised you, when I got to this monstrous great city, I'd write you ever)/ thing new, whimsical and pretty ; And to convince you that I meant something more than profession, I am now set down to describe a late fun'ral procession — This was such a, fine sight, as my eyes did never behold ! All Free jMasons, deck'd with rich collars of silver and gold! \Vith their leather aprons on too, white as the driven snow, Not aprons to work in — but painted to make a grand show ! And then to see how lovingly they all marclied along. Treading time (which I tho't very odd) to the tune of a song ; But Aunt Nell says, they are Papishes — for that reason she urges. They at a dead brother's procession, play fun'ral dirges. It they had but a Band, in lieu of a drum and fife, I should have been better pleas'd, than e'er I was in my life; There was so much true gravitu, and sound brotherly love, You would have sworn that JInaonry came down from above. And in the Craft there is a certain Grip for every brother, Appendix. 481 By means of which, in the darkest night, they know one another. And so at all publick processions, they walk hand in hand. As much as to say, that each other's purse-strings they command — For in a moment, all sects, Ohristians, Turks, Oentiles, and Jews, The feelings of nature, pride, malice, and prejudice lose. Forget all distinctions, old grudges and animosities, Setting examples of friendship, and its reciprocities. But not to tire your patience, with any longer digression, I will now proceed with this most noble procession — And first, then, there were four stout men who walked on before, With dreadful drawn swords, that have doubtless Idll'd thousands and more. These were all made out of Sextons, whom the Lodges dub Tylers, Dreadful to all those who of the Craft, are foes and revilers. Then followed another, with the Law Code of the society, The' some folks suppos'd it the Bible — a sign of their piety ! But although they trace their origin from this quite back to Adam, Should you but suspect them of Faith, you confoundedly mad 'em ! Then presently some came, with staves, like a warden's long pole, Some with such short ones, what they can do, I can't tell for my soul. Some had on their aprons pretty pictures, suns, moons, and stars ! Little silver trowels in their hands, iv'ry levels and squares. Such as our good Dutch friends send over, our children to please. But what can men do in a lodge with such baubles as these ? You have doubtless heard, or read of a certain heathen philosopher. Who aver'd all mankind were knaves, only with a gloss over ; And therefore the whole race, at one good stroke to satirize, With a lighted candle, at high noon day to help his eyes. Set out to search the city where he liv'd, for an honest man : Well the Free Masons have adopted the old fellow's plan. For here, Jew, Gentile, and Christian, each in their proper station. Held a lighted taper, to find an honest man of their nation. But I am afraid their researches will all prove in vain, 'Till the miller chucks all into his mill, to grind o'er again ! There are many more matters that yet remain to be told. But my time is too short, the paper is full as it can hold. My next shall give you a fuller detail of this procession : Interim adieu, yours aflfectionately, with honest profession. Timothy Twitcher, Jr. 482 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. y. O n o Hi Q iz O iz; a o i-s n Q » H Z t-0SCfl« .c o a 3 3 3 Hj 1-5 l-B a ..3 3 >M M 60 3 3 t?Qpi:,gQl^<)» c c o O S5 O E-i O O 3 1 £- g •a a « QO c p;PH(i^!j<«Dpcia!Mp;i2ia<1!z; » o o is 2 a o a o h; g K a 2 i- o o 00 01(1} rt rt ,- tf n 1-1 o K^ o; 3 I Q O '2 2 S! f" H J" E" .^ |i(fiitots(-E Appendix. 483 r-l.-|p-i,-(^rH,-lrHrHrH,Hi-(.-(r-lrHrHi-lrHr-(r-(r-(F-tp-(r-lr-(rir-l CM -^ CO CO COO COiOQOQOOOOSQOCO rl rH^i-((M,-lC(» (MOT NCq g n-° a'S fe SS !3"'C fe '3"C>>5«H>?2 >• $ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^. .. ^. 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Address by Grand Master Josiah Bartlett 367, PAGE 359, 360 369 Admission of Modern visitors to Ancient Lodges, Remonstrance against 457 Advertising of Grand Lodge meetings proposed 375 Age of Master limited . . . . . . . 29, 34, 37 [American] Union Lodge, Letter from 380 Amity Lodge, Ciiarter of, demanded . 320 granted ... . . 277 returned . . 362 Constitution of ... . . . 305 Answer as to Grand Lodge jurisdiction demanded .... 317 Antigua, W. Indies, beginning of Masonry in . . . . 6 Appeal from action of Friendship Lodge . . . 284 Appointment of Jeremy Gridley, Petition for . . 35 John Kowe, Petition for ... . . 132 Attendance at meetings of Scotts Masons forbidden .... 71 Bartlett, Josiah, Address by 369 Bass, Edward, prayer by . ...... 158 sermon by . 137 paid for .... 194 Bayley, Daniel, expulsion of . . . 2?8 Seattle, George, Letter from 238 Beginning of Masonry in Antigua, W. Indies . . .6 Newfoundland ... .9 Nova Scotia 7 Philadelphia, Pa 4 South Carolina ,5 Bentley's Discourse, Copy of, for the Press 379 Berkshire Lodge, Charter of . ... 260 demanded 320 granted ... . . 260 Petition for Charter of . . . . 258 Bill of Fare for Feast of St. John, in 1769 . . .465 Body of Joseph Warren found . . ... 371 Book of Constitutions, Committee on, continued . ... 382 ordered .... • . 74 Boston, Constitution of First Lodge in . . . 3 Box, John, funeral of . .... 431 Brethren to be re-obligated . ... ... 375 Bunch of Grapes Tavern . • . . 1, 20 Burial expenses paid • 278 Candidate to be approved by Grand Master . . . . 375 Candles given to First Lodge ... ... 20 Cause of delay of St. Andrew's Lodge Charter 440 490 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. Celebration of Feast of St. John the Baptist, i, 5, 6, 15, 20, 26, 32, .^8, 46, 51, 56, 63, 72, 79, 84, 90, 96, 103, 113, 137, 173, 179, 187, 194, 204, 217, 240, 261, 299, 308, 318, 363, 369, 379, 386, 387, ;iS8, 419, 421, 423, 424, 425, 426, 432, 470, 471 Evangelist, 4, 5, 6, 9, 13, 17, 23, 28, 47, 49, 58, 65, 69, 74, 82, 89, 92, 99, 110, 128, 163, 175, 181, 191, 198, 206, 217, 226, 233, 237, 246, 251, 258, 263, 269, 279, 286, 295, 385, 386, 387, 388, 406, 418, 420, 422, 423, 424, 425, 428, 431, 432, 473 Certificate and Recommendation granted . . . 75, 200 Chair resumed by Henry Price . . . . 19, 34, 125, 126 Charge, by Henry Price, to G. Master Kowe . . . 154 Charity Fund, contribution to . . . . 414 Grand Committee of ... ... 11 granted . 14, 17, 21, 22, 27, 32, 37, 54, 57, 67, 68, 82, 83, 103, 161, 162, 177, 191, 199, 200, 205, 206, 217, 240, 242, 379 List of contributors to . .75 ordered . . ... 74 mode of raising funds for . . 45, 190 regulations for ... . . . 403 General Fund of 200, 207, 211 separate account to be kept of . . .... 44 subscription to the " Constitution of " . 64, 71 Charter, fee for ... 264 new, granted to Rising States Lodge . . . 356 of Amity Lodge demanded . . . . 320 granted . . . 277 returned . . . 362 Berkshire Lodge . . . 260 demanded . . 320 granted . . . 260 Petition for . 258 Columbia Lodge, Norwich, Conn., granted . . 327 Dartmouth Lodge, Hanover, N.H., granted . . . 353 Essex Lodge granted . . . 272 re-issued . . . . . 379 returned . . 356 Faithful Lodge, Charlestown, N.H., granted . . 347 Frederick Lodge, Farmlngton, Conn. , granted . . . 345 Friendship Lodge, Boston, granted . . . . 272 Willlamstown, granted . 327 Hampshire Lodge (Ancient) granted ... . 314 Harmonic Lodge granted ..... . 375 King Hiram Lodge, Derby, Conn., granted . . . 305 King Solomon's Lodge granted 309 Lodge at Poughkeepsie(?), N.Y., granted . . 300 Lodge No. 169 demanded 238 North Star Lodge, Manchester, Vt., granted . . . 322 Rising Sun Lodge, Keene, N.H., granted . . 315 St. Andrew's Lodge delayed . ... 438 granted ... . . 297 St. Patrick's Lodge, Portsmouth, N.H., granted . . 282 St. Paul's Lodge, Litchfield, Conn., granted . 291 St. Peter's Lodge granted . . 238 Trinity Lodge demanded 320 Index of Subjects. 491 Charter of Tyrian Lodge demanded United States Lodge granted Unity Lodge granted .... "Vermont Lodge, Cornish, Vt., granted Warren Lodge, Machias, Me., granted refused Washington (Army) Lodge granted . price of ...... . Choice of Grand Officers to be annual Christ's Church, tlianks for use of Collars presented to Grand Lodge Columbia Lodge, Norwich, Conn., Charter of, granted Colvill, Lord, Letter to ..... Commission of Joseph Warren extended Joseph Webb, as Deputy Grand Master to Henry Price . . . . Jeremy Gridley John Rowe Robert Tomlinson . Thomas Cooper Thomas Oxnard Committee appointed on Grand Lodge jurisdiction to revise Constitutions from St. Andrew's admitted to Grand Lodge on Rules and Regulations appointed Communication, Quarterly, omitted Complaint against First Lodge Jeremiah Procter Lodge No. 58 . Master of Friendship Lodge, Boston United States Lodge from Perfect Union Lodge . Concert Hall, Letter of Gilbert Deblois as to sale of negotiation for purchase of purchase declined . sold vote to purchase Connection with St. Andrew's Lodge terminated Consignment of Tea .... Constitution of Amity Lodge Essex Lodge First Lodge, in Boston . Friendship Lodge, Boston King Solomon's Lodge . Unity Lodge Constitutions adopted ... Book of, Committee on, continued ordered Committee appointed to revise Grand, debated ordered to be printed referred to new Committee to be drafted .... Contribution for Joseph Warren's children . to Charity Fund Convention, General, proposed of Lodges authorized Cooper, Thomas, Commission to . Copy of Bentley's Discourse for the Press . PAOE 331 265 272 294 266 265 277 236 244 242 364 327 28 251 455 I 40 150 5 129 7 299 301 101, 103, 419 . 309 108, 180, 190, 379 11, 12 283 234 288 291 293 114 114 124 . 314 426, 427, 428 . 305 306, 380 3 . 280 . 313 305 . 381 . 382 74 301 356 . 363 338, 380 . 336 283 . 414 . 460 322, 372 . 129 . 379 492 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. Correspondence with Grand Lodges requested Crown Point Lodge, Warrant for .... Members of . ... Damage by fire . . ... Dartmouth Lodge, Hanover, N'.H., Charter of, granted Date of Warrant of Marblehead Lodge Day of meetings changed . . Death of Hugh MuDaniel . . . . James Forbes Jeremy Gridley .... John Rowe Joseph Webb . . . . Thomas Oxnard .... DeCoster, Isaac, Letter from St. Andrew's Lodge to . DeCoster's petition Delinquent Lodges, Lodges notified as to . to be called to account .... Deputation of Joseph Warren demanded to Alexander Ross William Tyng Deputy Grand Master appointed by Henry Price Diary of John Rowe .... . . Dinner to Gen. Washington . . ... Dispensation for Wooster Lodge, Colchester, Conn., granted to Tyrian Lodge Dispute between Bros. Jutau and Baury Division in St. Andrew's Lodge . Dual membership forbidden . . . ... Dues demanded from Wooster Lodge from Lodges 272, 277, Warren Lodge, Machias, Me., misappropriated . Duplicate Charter asked for by St. Andrew's Lodge . Early Masonic processions in Boston Edinburgh, Letter from Lodge in Election of John Rowe . .... Elizabeth Town, N.J., Petition for Temple Lodge at . Endorsements, what to be made on Warrants England, Incorporation of Grand Lodge of . Letter from Grand Secretary of, to Henry Price Entertainment for a Winter's Evening Essex Lodge, Charter of, granted re-issued returned Constitution of . . . List of members presented regulations of, approved Expedition against Canada, Warrant for Lodge in Expenses of Lodges to be retrenched . E.xpulsion of Daniel Bayley Extension of authority of G. Master Warren Faithful Lodge, Charlestown, N.H., Charter of, granted Falmouth, Petition for Lodge at Feast of St. John, Bill of Fare for, in 17H9 . Feasts of Saints John. See Celebration of. Fee for Charter .... Lodge at Philadelphia PAGE 327 60 77 14 . 353 69 376 . 178 174 117 . 220 . 342 32 . 465 54, 55, 56 351 336 279 166 168 . 177 417 431 288 . 228 365, 366 . 372 . 285 . 364 278, 285, 375 333, 339 247 470 . 394 131 78 . 307 178, 410 407, 409, 414 . 473 272 379 . 356 305, 380 281, 314 . 304 63 56 . 288 456 347 165 465 . 264 20 Index of Subjects. 493 Fifty-fifth Regiment, Petition for Lodge in the Fire, damage by First Lodge, Boston, caudles given to . complaint against Constitution of . List of Members and Candidates of Petition for . ... Records of . Remonstrance of . in Halifax Newport, R.I. Portsmouth, N.H. Forbes, James, death of funeral of Frederick Lodge, Farmington, Conn., Charter of, granted Friendship Lodge, Boston, Appeal from action of Charter of, granted Complaint against Master of Constitution of . of Williamstown, Charter of, granted Funeral of Hugh McDaniel James Forbes Jeremy Gridley . John Box John Welsh, Jr. . Joseph Warren Robert Jenkins . Thomas Oxnard . permission to attend 11, PABB 91 U 20 12 3 397 2 385 396 7 9 4 174 174 345 284 272 288 280 327 178, 423 174 19, 420 431 355 431 428 33 315 General Convention proposed Fund of Charity, regulations for Grand Master proposed . Gen. Washington, dinner to Gift from Trinity Lodge Glasgow Kilwinning, Record of . Gov. Belcher, Letter of congratulation to thanks to Gov. Shirley, Letter to Grand Committee of Charity Constitutions debated Lodge, Answer as to jurisdiction demanded Collars presented to . . independence of, asserted denied jorisdictiou. Committee appointed i defended report on settled Lodge No. 243 registered in . meetings. Advertising of, proposed notification for of Georgia, Resolves of . Massachusetts, Letter from St. Pennsylvania, Letter from Quebec, Letter to a prisoner from quorum in . . Lodges, union of, agreed upon . proposed . 460 200, 207, 211 284, 285, 286, 288, 289, 433 . 431 292 393, 394 391 389 390 11 356 317 . 354 . 436 305, 458 . 299 . 305 . 301 372 256 . 375 . 403 368 Andrew's Lodge to . 464 323, 324 . 415 228 224, 381 223, 340, 341, 380 494 Proceedings in Masonkt, 1733-92. PAGE 357, 359, 360 . 375 . 259 284, 285, 286, 288, 289, 433 131 Grand Master, Address by . Candidate to be approved by elected ..... General proposed . limitation of term of of Scotland, Letter from .... St. Andrew's Lodge to right of, to nominate Wardens Warren, Extension of authority of Mastership limited Officers, choice of, to be annual . Secretary dismissed . salary of Treasurer ordered to give Note of Hand Gridley, Jeremy, Commission to . death of . ... funeral of . installation of . Letter to, from Lodge at Newport Petition for appointment of Guilford, Conn., Petition for Lodge at . Warrant for Lodge at Halifax, first Lodge in . ... Hampshire Lodge (Ancient), Charter of, granted Hampton, Jonathan, Letter from ... Harmonic Lodge, Charter of, granted thanks from Healths exchanged Henry Price's Lodge in London Hiram Lodge, New Haven, Conn., Letter from Incorporation of Grand Lodge of England . Independence of Grand Lodge asserted denied . Independent Grand Lodge organized Installation of Jeremy Gridley John Kowe Joseph Warren Thomas Oxnard Jackson, William, Letter of recommendation of Jenkins, Robert, funeral of . . . . Letter introducing Jurisdiction, Grand Lodge, defended . settled Keene, N.H., Proceedings of Lodge at, approved King Hiram Lodge, Derby, Conn., Charter of, granted King Solomon's Lodge, Charter of, granted Constitution of. Visit to Letter-book ordered Letter from [American] Union Lodge . Bro. Jackson, of New York George Seattle . Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania Grand Master of Scotland 90 . 450 23fi . 456 35 244 265 67 94 40 . 117 119, 420 42 . 469 35 188 . 188 7 314 78 375 376 253 432 202 178, 410 . 436 305, 458 259, 372 42 138-161, 422 . 226 387 134 428 395 305 . 372 . 321 . 305 309 313 358 92 380 368 238 323, 324 90 Index of Subjects. 495 402, Letter from Grand Secretary of England to Henry Price . 407, Hiram Lodge, New Haven, Conn Isaac DeCoster .... . . Jonathan Hampton Joseph Webb to William Smith Lodge at Middletown, Conn. Princeton, N.J. . . in Edinburgh ... . . Rising Sun Lodge, Keene, N.H St. Andrew's Lodge to Grand Lodge of Massachusetts Master of Scotland . Isaac DeCoster St. John's Lodge, Portsmouth, N.H. William Smith to Joseph Webb introducing Robert Jenkins ... of Congratulation to Gov. Belcher . Gilbert Deblois, as to sale of Concert Hall . G. M. of Scotland to St. Andrew's Lodge Henry Price 133 John Munro . Joseph Webb to Grand Lodge of Scotland recommendation of William Jackson . thanks to Gov. Belcher ... Thomas Brown to John Rowe to a prisoner from Grand Lodge, Quebec Elisha Porter Gov. Shirley .... G. L. of Scotland from St. Andrew's Lodge . Jeremy Gridley from Lodge at Newport Lord Aberdour from St. Andrew's Lodge Lord Colvill Union Lodge, Nantucket Letters from Union Lodge, Nantucket Limitation of term of Grand Master . List of contributors to charity ordered Lodges under Massachusetts Grand Lodge Members and Candidates of First Lodge, Boston of Essex Lodge presented Master's Lodge, Boston St. Andrew's Lodge Trinity Lodge Unity Lodge Washington (Army) Lodge Officers presented .... St. Andrew's Lodge United States Lodge . Lodge No. 58, Complaint against . Lodge No. 169, Charter of, demanded Lodge No. 243 registered in Grand Lodge Lodges assessed Convention of, authorized delinquent, to be called to account dues from .... erased from Grand Lodge books expenses of, to be retrenched . notified as to delinquent Lodges Loss of Warrant of Lodge in 17th British regiment Lottery at Newport, R.I 203, 207, PAGE 409, 414 . 202 . 442 78 434, 435 98 . 394 375, 380 . 464 . 450 465 167 . 433 . 395 . 391 . 114 444, 451 408, 413 136 459 134 389 416 415 360 390 448, 453 469 . 443 28 . 208 209, 219 . 131 281, 283; 272, 277, 278 75 74 . 382 . 397 281, 314 . 401 446 . 271 . 276 289, 301 232, 236 . 268 268 . 234 . 238 . 256 . 374 322, 372 . 336 285, 375 . 349 56 . 351 344 65 496 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. PAGE Lottery, Petition for authority for . . 466 Lonisbourg Lodge, Members of . 60 Warrant for Lodge at . . . 59 Marblehead Lodge, date of Warrant of . . . 69 Massachusetts Grand Lodge dissolved . . . . 382 List of Lodges under 382 Members of 383 Lodge, Officers of, installed 230 Petition for . 228 granted . 229 from . . 268 Return of Initiates of . 363 Officers of . 362 visit to . 357 Master, age of, limited . . 29, 34, 37 Grand, elected . . 259 Master's degree confirmed ... 62 Master's Lodge, Boston, list of members . 401 founded . 7 Mastership, Grand, limited 35 McDaniel, Hugh, death of . 178 funeral of . 178, 423 Members of Crown Point Lodge 77 Louisburgh Lodge . . 60 Massachusetts Grand Lodge 383 Pitt County (N.C.) Lodge 116 Middletown, Conn., Letter from Lodge at 98 Warrant for Lodge in .30 Mode of raising funds for charity . 45, 190 Mother-Lodge of America 390 New England . . 389 Munro, John, Letter of . . . 136 Name erased from Grand Lodge Books 367 granted for Lodge at Nantucket . 200 Nantucket, Petition for Lodge at 184 Warrant for Lodge at . 186 Negotiation for purchase of Concert Hall 11 + Newfoundland, beginning of Masonry in 9 Newport Lodge, Petition for new Master of . 76 Newport, R.I., first Lodge in . . 9 Lottery at ... . . . 65 Warrant for Master's Lodge at . . . 62 Non-attendance complained of . . . . 329 North America, origin of Masonry in . . . .' . I North Star Lodge, Manchester, Vt., Charter of, granted . 322 Petition of . . 349, 362 Notice of election of Joseph Webb as Grand Master . . 462 Notification for Grand Lodge . . . ... 403 Nova Scotia, beginning of Masonry in . . .7 Officers, List of, presented .. 232, 236 of Massachusetts Lodge installed . . 230 united Grand Lodge elected . 225, 382 Origin of Masonry in North America . . 1 Oxnard, Thomas, Commission to ... 7 death of . . .32 funeral of . . ..... 33 Index of Subjects. 497 Oxnard, Thomas, installation of . Oxnard's authority, Petition for extension of PAGD 387 396 Perfect Union Lodge, Complaint from .... surrender of Charter of Permission to attend funeral Petition for appointment of Jeremy Gridley . Joseph Warren as Provincial John Rowe authority for Lottery .... Charter of Berkshire Lodge Trinity Lodge extension of Oxnard's authority First Lodge ... . Lodge at Falmouth .... Guilford, Conn. . Nantucket .... Portsmouth, N.H. refused . Wallingford, Conn, in the Fifty-fifth Regiment Massachusetts Lodge .... granted . new Lodge dismissed . new Master of Newport Lodge . removal of United States Lodge Rising Sun Lodge, Boston St. Peter's Lodge Temple Lodge, Elizabeth Town, N.J. Wooster Lodge, Colcliester, Conn. . from Massachusetts Lodge prison . .... of DeCoster North Star Lodge, Manchester, Vt. . Rising Sun Lodge, Boston . St. Andrew's Lodge Philadelphia, beginning of Masonry in fee for Lodge at . . Pitt County (N.C.) Lodge, Members of Pollens, Bro., sermon by, to be printed Porter, Elisha, Letter to Portsmouth, N.H. , first Lodge in . Letter from St. John's Lodge . Petition for Lodge at refused . Poughkeep8ie(?), N.Y., Charter of Lodge at, granted Prayer by Edward Bass Present from Bro. Jutau ..... Price, Henry, Chair resumed by . . Charge by, to G. Master Rowe Commission to . . . Deputy Grand Master appointed by Letter of ... . speech of . • . Price of Charter ... . . Princeton, N.J., Letter from Lodge at . Proceedings of Lodge at Keene, N.H., approved St. Andrew's Lodge, as to its regularity Processions, early Masonic, in Boston .... Grand Ma.ster 293 335 315 35 454 132 466 258 264 396 2 166 188 184 239 243 170, 171 91 . 228 . 229 228, 230 76 273, 274 . 195 . 238 78 288 268 . 275 54, 55, 56 349, 362 . 221 102 4 20 116 54 360 4 167 239 243 300 153 356 34, 125, 126 154 1 177 133, 402, 408, 413 152 236 99 321 104 470 19 498 Proceedings ix Masonry, 1733-92. Procter, Jeremiah, Complaint against Protest of Lodge No. 40, South Carolina, presented ProTidence, R.I., Warrant for Lodge in Publication, scandalous Purchase of Concert Hall declined Quarterly Communication omitted Quorum in Grand Lodge PAGE . 283 348 61 14 . 124 108, 180, 190, 379 •228 Record-book ordered Record of Glasgow Kilwinning Records of First Lodge, Boston Refusal of St. Andrew's Lodge to attend Convention Regulations for charity ..... of Essex Lodge approved Remonstrance against admission of Modern visitors to Ancient Lodges of First Lodge in Boston Report of Grand Lodge Committee, on St. Andrew's Lodge on Grand Lodge jurisdiction ...... Representation and payment of dues demanded, on pain of forfeiture of Charter . . . Resolves of Grand Lodge of Georgia Return from Rising States Lodge . of Initiates of Massachusetts Lodge Lodges called for ..... Officers of Massachusetts Lodge . Vermont Lodge, Cornish, Vt., presented Rising States Lodge, Charter, new, granted to Return from visit to . . . Rising Sun Lodge, Boston, Petition for of . Warrant for Keene, N.H., Charter of, granted Letter from Roll of Lodges ordered Ross, Alexander, Deputation to Rowe, John, Commission to . death of . Diary of . . election of ... . installation of . Letter of Thomas Brown to Petition for appointment of thanks voted to Rules and Regulations accepted . Committee on, appointed ordered to be printed 228, 393, 13S- St. Andrew's Lodge attends Gridley's funeral Cause of delay of Charter . Charter delayed of, granted Committee from, admitted to Grand Lodge, connection with, terminated . declared irregular . ... division in ..... . duplicate Charter asked for, by . Letter of G. M. of Scotland to 101, 61, 246 394 385 461 403 304 457 396 106 301 330 368 325 363 405 362 305 356 325 359 195 221 196 315 380 374 166 150 220 417 131 422 416 132 100 310 309 310 120 440 438 297 103,419 314 101 372 247 444, 451 Index of Subjects. 499 St. Andrew's Lodge, Letter to G. L. of Scotland from Lord Aberdour, from List of Members of Officers .... notified of Union .... Petition of Proceedings of, as to its regularity Refusal of, to attend Convention report of Grand Lodge Committee on thanks for Charter of . St. Andrew's No. 1, given name of Rising States St. Patricia's Lodge, Portsmouth, N.H., Charter of, granted St. Paul's Lodge, Litchfield, Conn., Charter of, granted St. Peter's Lodge, Charter of, granted . Petition for Saints John, feasts of. See Celebration of. Salary of Grand Secretary .... Scandalous publication ...... Seotts Masons, attendance at meetings of, forbidden Seal, enlarging . ordered . . .... paid for . . ... Secretary, Grand, dismissed salary of . Sermon by Bro. Pollens to be printed . Edward Bass paid for .... Seventeenth British regiment, loss of Warrant of Lodge in Shays' Rebellion, brethren concerned in, denounced South Carolina, beginning of Masonry in protest of Lodge No. 40, presented Speech of Henry Price Subscription to the " Constitution of" Charity Succession to the Chair .... Surrender of Charter of Perfect Union Lodge Tea burned consignment of ... . Thanks for Charter of St. Andrew's Lodge use of Christ's Church from Harmonic Lodge Mrs. John Rowe Mrs. Webb voted to John Rowe . Toasting Gov. Belcher . Tomlinson, Robert, Commission to Travelling Lodges not to initiate Citizens Treasurer, Grand, ordered to give Note of Hand Trinity Lodge, Charter of, demanded gift from List of Members . Petition for Charter of Twenty-eighth regiment. Warrant for a Tyng, William, Deputation to Tyrian Lodge, Charter of, demanded Dispensation to Union, Circular-letters, as to Union Lodge, Nantucket, Letter from 448, 453 443 446 268 463 102 104 461 106 442 320 282 291 238 238 67 14 71 54 22, 233 24 265 67 54 157 194 344 344 5 348 152 64, 71 34, 125, 126 335 Lodge in . 429 426, 427, 428 . 442 242 376 . 461 . 343 . 100 . 389 5 250 94 . 320 . 292 . 271 264 59 . 168 . 331 228 . 380 203, 207, 209, 219 oOO Proceedings ix Mason i:y. 1733-92. Union Lodge, Nantucket, Letter to ... 208 Union of Grand Lodges agreed upon . . . 224, 381 proposed . . . 223, 340, 341, 380 United Grand Lodge, officers of, elected 22.5 United States Lodge, Charter of, granted 265 Complaint against . 291 List of officers . . . . 268 Petition for removal of 273, 274 Unity Lodge, Charter of, granted . . 272 Constitution of . . 305 List of Members 276 Vermont Lodge, Cornish, Vt., Charter of, granted 294 Return of, presented . 305 Visit to King Solomon's Lodge . ... 358 Massachusetts Lodge . . 357 Rising States Lodge ... . 359 Visitors from St. Andrew's and Massacliusetts Lodges to be admitted, 200 Vote to purchase Concert Hall . 88 Wallingford, Conn., Petition for Lodge at 170, 171 Warrant for Lodge at . . . . .171 Wardens, right of Grand Master to nominate . 236 to be summoned .... . 289 Warrant for a Lodge in Twenty-eighth Regiment . . . 59 Crown Point Lodge . . . . 60 Lodge at Guilford, Conn. . . . 188 Lonisbourg 59 Nantucket . ISG Wallingford, Conn. . 171 in Expedition against Canada . . 63 Middletown, Conn. . 30 Providence, E.I. . 61 Marblehead Lodge, date of . .69 Master's Lodge at Newport, R.I. . 62 Rising Sun Lodge, Boston 196 Warrants, what endorsements to be made on 307 Warren, Joseph, body of, found . . 371 children of, contribution for 283 Commission of, extended . . . 251 Deputation of, demanded 279 funeral of . . . 431 Installation of . . . . . . 226 Petition for appointment of, as Provincial Grand Master ........ 454 Warren Lodge, Machias, Me., Charter of, granted . . . 266 refused . . .265 dues from, misappropriated . . 333, 339 Washington (Army) Lodge, Charter of, granted .... 277 List of Members of . . 281, 283, 289, 301 Webb, Joseph, Commission of, as Deputy Grand Master . 455 death of ... 342 Letter of, to Grand Lodge of Scotland . . . 459 Notice of election as Grand Master . 462 Webb, Mrs., thanks from . .... 343 Welsh, John, Jr., funeral of . . . .... 355 Wooster Lodge, Colchester, Conn., Dispensation for, granted . 288 dues demanded from . . . 364 Petition for . ' . . . . 288 INDEX OF NAMES OF PERSONS. Abbot, Bro., 308; George, 261, 272. Ab- bott, George, 234, 271. Abedore, Lord, 443. See, also, Aberdoii,r, etc. Abercrombie, James, 400. Aberdour, Lord, 90, 302, 440, 441, 444, 445, 446,448. Aberdowre, Lord, 442. See, also, Abedore. Aberry, Joseph, 400. Abraham, Nathaniel, 119, 121, 168, 196. ■ Abrahams, Nathl., 74, 406. Aokworth, Charles, 234. Adams, Bro., 279, 299; Capt., 270; John, 50; Joseph, 147, 160, 194, 425; Josiah, 272; Saronel, 271, 426, 430. Akius, John, 399. Albee, William, 378. Alexander, Bro., 228, 229; Thomas, 228, 230, 231, 468; William, 401. Allan, Thos., 397. Allen, Bro., 16, 19, 287, 399; David, 77; Jere, 249, 262; Thos., 18, 20, 401, 402. Almon, John, 173'. Alsop, Richard, 98, 99. Alverd, Stephen, 294. Alwtne, Bro., 180, 182, 424. Alywin, Thos., 426. See, also, Aylioin, Ames, Henry, 101; Nathaniel, 168. See, also, Arames, Ernes, EmTnes. Amiel, Bro., 26; John, 43, 69, 93, 119, 121, 418. AmU, John, 399. Ammes, Henry, 440. See, also, Ames, Ernes, ETnmes. Amory, John, 430; Jonathan, 113, 121, 205, 419, 426. See, also, Emery, Emory. Amuell, Bro., 406. Anderson, James, 448, 450; Mr., 442, 461 ; Kobt., 400. Andre'ws, Jos., 467. Angell, Jas., 467; Saml., 467. Appleton, Bro., 308; Henry, 74; Wm,, 406. Appy, John, 49, 60. Apthorp, Eoliert, 119; Thomas, 147, 158. Aquart, Benoit, 78. Arbothnoutj Bro., 28. Arbuthnot, Jeo., 406. Arnold, Bro., 316; James, 158; Jos., 468. Ash, Dudley, 77; Gilbert, 447. Aston, Bro., 17, 19, 23, 388, 391, 476, 478, 479; T., 12, 13; Thomas, 9, 10, 11, 14, 16, 18, 20, 21, 22, 26, 27, 28, 29, 32, 33, 49, 387,396,397,399,401. Athelstan, King, 410. Atkins, Bro., 23, 308, 344; H.,406; Henry, 26; N., 308; Nat., 314; Silas, 268, 270. Audibert, Bro., 270, 287; Isa., 262, 279; P., 387; Phillip, 399, 401. Austin, Bro.,.308, 407; Jno., 313. Aveny [Airery], Bro., 299. Avery, Bro., 293, 297,304; Elisha,137, 147, 168, 421, 422; J., 284; James, 265, 283, 285,292, 293, 297, 298,300, 301, 303,304, 3D6, 306,309,310, 318,319, 320, 460; T., 296. Avey, Bro., 50. Aylw6U, Bro., 430. Aylwin, Bro., 429, 430; Thomas, 184,204, 206, 207, 210, 211, 414, 429, 430. See, also, Ahcine,'eiic. Ayranlt, Stephen, 467. Ayres, Bro., 49. Babcook, Henry, 49. Badger, Benja., 400. Bagley, Bro., 406. Baily, Phillip, 243. See, also, Saytey. Baird, John, Jr., 394. Baker, John, 3, 398; Thomus,49. Baloh, Bro., 270,423, 425; Nathaniel, 123, 173, 194, 196, 207, 415, 467. See, also, Balsh. Baldwin, Bro., 291 ; Ashbel, 290. Balfour, Andrew, 467. Ball, Amos, 171; John, 123, 447; William, 399, 436. Ballard, 406; Bro., 74, 75, 84, 299; J., 406 ; Joseph, 64; Samuel, 121. Balsh, Nathl., 429. See, also. Batch. Bancroft, Ebenz., 77. Bant, William, 147, 148, 158, 160. Barbeck, William, 440. See, also. Bur- Barber,' John, 117; Nathl., 207,426; Nathl., Jr., 204, 426. Barclay, William, 467. Bard, Barrett, 204; John, 204. Bardin, Edward, 173. Barke [Barker], Thoms., 262. Barker, Bro., 269, 287; Thos., 268. Barnard, Bro., 423, 424, 431; Benjamin, 82, 85, 100, 121, 176,182, 191. 217, 262; Moses, 262; Tristram, 203. Barnerd, B., 406. Barnet, Jos., 91. Bams, Jonathan, 171. Barrat, Bro., 268, 271, 279, 284; .John, 269; S., 407; Samuel, 268, 269, 278, 279,280, 282,283, 286, 426, 430. Barratt, Bro., 248, 266, 267, 284, 294; John, 294; Samuel, 224, 225, 260, 252, 266, 267, 273, 275, 277, 290, 291, 292, 293. See, also. Barret, etc. BarreU, William, 180, 182, 187. Barret, A., 287; Samuel, 100, 102, 224, 429. Barrett, Bro., 271, 299, 305, 424; John, 170, 171, Mi; Nathl., 219; Samuel, 88, 100, 106, 120, 123, 147, 157, 168, 194, 196, 207, 209, 210, 224, 227, 228, 229, 232, 233, 2.14, 236, 237, 241, 244, 251, 264, 259, 261, 502 PROCEEDI^'G^: IN Masonry, 1733-92. 264, 271,272,300, 304,381,416. 44fi, 448, 161, 162, 164, 167, 170, 173, 175, 176, 179, 180, 182, 183, 190, 192, 193, 194, 195, 198, 199, 201, 204, 205, 206, 210, 211, 217, 21«. 387, 388, 399, 4ni. 406. 414, 425. 426, 429, 430. 431, 432; John, Jr., 73, 75, 79, 80, 82, 8n, 86, 88. 91, 92. 93, 94, 96, 99, 100, 110, 112, 113. 119, 121, 126, 128, 130, 137, 139, 14.5, 147, 158, 170, 175, 176, 177, 179, 180, 182, 184, 187, 190, 191, 192, 193, 194, 195, 198, 199, 200, 201, 204, 206, 207, 210, 216, 407. 414, 417. 418. 419, 421, 422, 423, 424, 426, 426, 429, 430; John, Sr., 417, 418, 419, 421, 422, 423, 425, 430. Boyd, Jas., 406; Joshua, 50; Robt., 398. Boyer, P.. 406; Peter, 121. Boyes, Wm., 160. See, also, Boi€'i. Boyle, John, 363. Brabazon, Bro., 205; Henry, 205. Bracket, A.. 406; Anthony, 66, 69, 74; Mr., 424; Thos.. 424. Braokett, An- thonv. 52, 66, 64; Bro., 425; Thomas, 187, 194, 204. Bracketts, Thomas, 180. Braddish, Bro., 308. See, also, Bradixh. Bradford, Bro,, 225, 269, 282, 351, 365, 356, 361, 362, 363, 364, 366, 366, 369, 378, 381, 382; J., 308, 407; James, 80; John, 112, 119,121,136, 139, 400,419; Samuel, 225, 27S, 361, 3.52, 3.53, 3.54, 356, 3.57, 362, 364, 366, 367, 368, 369, 378, 381 ; T., 407. Bradish, Ebenr., 271. See, also, Braddiah . Bradlee, Bro.. 299; David, 306, 309, 311, 313. Bradley, Bro., 269, 308, 418; David, 262, 286; Samuel, 100. Bradstreet, Saml., 234. Brailsford, Bro., 311, 328, 329, 331, 332, 338, 342, 343, 361, 354, 366, 361, 364, 366; I K., 332, 334, 335, 338, 339, 340, 341; Newton, 348; Norton, 311, 312,313, 314, I 316, 317, 318, 319, 320, 321, 322, 323, 324, Index of Names of Persons. 503 326, 326, 327, 328, 329, 334, 336, 343, 344, 346, 346, 347, 349, 350, 381, 364, 366, 366, 361, 362, 364, 366, 367, 368, 369, 374, 376, 377, 378, 380, 381, 459, 460. Braizier, John, 313. See, also, Brazier. . Braley, Mr., 417. Bratle, Wm., 406. Brattle, Bro., 429; William, 42, 50, 53, 55, 58, 210, 252, 263. Bray, George, 101, 106, 440, 447. Brazier, John, 378. See, also, Braizier. Bready, Edward, 60; John, 60. Breck, Bro., 299; Joseph, 123; 8., 308; 8amnel, 299. Brenton, Benja., 398; JahleeJ, 467; Samuel, 466, 468 Brewer, Samhel, 260. Briaut, John, 93, 100, 113, 119, 121, 128, 137, 147, 158, 180, 187,422. See, also, Bryant. Bridge, P., 270; Richd. P., 271. Bridgham, Bro., 202, 205, 217, 424, 425; Bbenezer, 191, 194, 196, 198, 199, 201, 204, 206, 207, 210, 216, 217, 414, 425, 426, 430, 431. Brigham, Ebenezer, 429. Brigsford, 177 ; Alexander, 177.^ Brimsdon, Benja., 400. Brindley, iPras., 467. Broadbelt, John, 60. Brook, William, 185, 186. Brookwell, Bro., 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16, 17, 21, 22, 23, 24, 28, 32, 391, 474; Charles, 9, 21, 24, 26, 27, 28, 29, 31, 34, 35, 36, 388, 397, 400, 401. Brooks, Bro., 289; John, 289; Thos., 60. Brown, 18, 29, 30; Allen, 467; Arthur, 42, 46; Benja., 270, 467 ; Bro., 22,41, 49,54, 80, 190, 191, 202, 287, 299, 308, 425, 460; Edward Vaill, 460; G., 308; George, 228; Hugh, 447; Jacob, 262; James, 227, 228, 455; John, 400, 402, 467; Josa., 467; Joseph, 142; Majr., 270; Moses, 142, 238,467: Mr., 42; Niohs., 467; Thomas, 82, 86, 88, 91, 99, 101, 112, 113, 126, 128, 130, 137, 139, 145, 147, 158, 161, 164, 170, 173, 176, 176, 179, 180, 181, 182, 183, 186, IS7, 189, 190, 191, 192, 193, 194, 197, 199, 201, 203, 204, 205, 206, 207, 209, 210, 211, 216, 218, 219, 220, 414, 416, 417, 418, 419, 421, 422, 423, 424, 425, 426, 429, 430; Wil- liam, 117, 447. Browne, Arthur, 43; Thos., 426. Bruce, 427, 428; Bro., 23, 239, 251, 263, 265, 288, 299, 305; Capt., 428; James, 400, 406; B., 306; Stephen, 123, 232, 234, 235, 236, 240, 242, 243, 247, 260, 252, 253, 268, 263, 264, 285, 288, 291, 292, 293, 294, 296, 298, 299, 300, 30l( 463, 465. Brunett, James, 399. Bryant, John, 199, 207,210, 418, 419,421, 424, 426, 429. See, also, BHant. Buck, Bro., 16, 18, 477, 479; Widdow,27. Buckley, Peter, 398, 401. Buckmaster, George, 466. Budge, Will., 440. Bumble, Capt., 414, Bunker, Peleg, 204; William, 204; JZacheus, 204. BUrbank, Bro., 424; William, 68, 406, ■ 421. Burbeck, Bro., 275, 287, 423, 429, 430; Col., 269; Edward, 123,227,229,232,234, 236,447; John, 429; W., 299; William, 32, 42, 62, 58, 69, 88, 101, 106, 123, 137, 147, 187, 206, 210, 227, 228, 229, 230, 234, 236, 247, 261, 268, 272, 273, 274, 276, 279, 286, 294, 296, 300, 415, 426, 446, 448, 460, 465, 459. Burbeeok, William, 50, 180, 204. See, also, Barbeck. Burbeeu, Paul, 88. Burden, Abm., 11. Burges, John, 61, 467. Bums, Lieut., 85. Bush, Bro., 287 ; Joseph, 279, 309. Butler, Zebulon, 219. See, also, Buttler. Butterfleld, .Tno., 269. Buttler, Michl., 400. See, also, Butler. Byard, Belthazer, 20, 26, 26, 27, 28, W, 32, 34, 37, 38, 41, 42, 45, 48, 49, 60, 58; Bro., 28, 51. Byerd, Balzr., 407. See, also. Bayard. Byington, Robert, 171. Byles, Daniel, 399; Dr., 242, 426, 480; Dr., Jr., 242. Cabot, Bro., 363; Samuel, 362, 353, 355, 366, 357, 383. Cade, Bro., 257, 386, 386; John, 251, 262, 261, 267, 297, 298, 304; Peter, 399. Cades, Bro., 323; John, 312, 316. CaMU, Edward, 26, 32, 387, 399, 401. Caimie, John, 457. Calder, Bro., 331, 332, 334, 336, 338, 339, 340, 341, 342, 364, 368, 378, 380; George, 209, 219; William, 322, 329, 343, 346, 349, 350, 361, 352, 353, 354, 355, 356, 361, 368, 369,377,378,380,381. Caldwell, Wm., 271. Calef, Jos. Chew, 17; Samuel, 20, 21, 22, 24, 25, 26, 32, 38, 42, 48. 60, 61, 68, 122, 146, 147, 168, 176, 400, 402, 423. Calendar, Bro., 417, 424, 426;, Joseph, 421, 423, 426, 429, 430. Calender, Joseph, 95, 97, 137, 406. See, also, Oallender. Calfe, 8., 406. Callender, Elisha, 447; Joseph, 66, 70, 74, 79, 80, 88, 119, 122, 147, 168, 176, 182, 199, 210, 422. See, also. Calendar^ etc. Calliteau, Bdwd., 447. Camp, Icabod. 30. Campbell, William, 166. Campling, T., 386, 387; Thos., 399, 401. Canteloup, Bro., 279. Carletou, Bro., 308. Camarvan, Marquis of,35,40, 60, 63. Car- narvon, Marquis of, 42. OaruaTon, Marquis of, 39. Carnes, Bro., 181, 194, 424, 426, 432; Ed- ward, 113, 119, 121, 128, 137, 146, 147, 168, 173, 176, 177, 180, 181, 182, 187, 191, 192, 193, 194, 199, 201, 204, 205, 206, 207, 210, 218, 418, 419, 421, 422, 423, 424, 426, 429, 430; Jos., 424, 426, 431. Carpenter, Bro., 250; Richard, 260. Carr, Maurice, 160. Carrol, Bro., 80. Carter, Bro. ,267, 293; Bphm., 271; James, 232,233,236,252, 261, 266, 268, 270, 271, 272, 273, 276, 290, 296, 298, 301, 304, 311, 416, 469, 461; Joseph, 271. Gary, Nat, 426. Casneau, And, 418. See, also, Cazneau. Cathcart, John, 49, 401, 406. Catherwood, Bro., 49; Dr., 160. Cazneau, Andrew, 82, 83, 85, 91, 93, 119, 122, 128, 147, 153, 421. See, also, Cas- neau. Cerke, James, 398. Chaee, Bro., 270, 308; Thomas, 123, 234. See, also, Chase. Chalner, Charles, 271. Chaloca, Rana, 288. Chalouer, Bro., 279; D., 282; William, 265, 266, 378. Chambers, Charles, 227, 228, 455. Champion, Hy., 288. Champlin, Chrisr., 467; Chris., Jr., 468. 504 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. Chandler, 78; Clark, 271; Samuel, 272; Wm., Jr., 276. Chandon, Mr., 431. Chardin, Peter, 423. Cliarity, James, 418; William, 93,110, 122. Charles, Bro., 391; R., 386; Robt., -jii, 387, 399, 401. Charters, Harry. 49, 50, 61, 68. Chase, Bro., 286, 431; Thomas, 246, 2.12, 253,261. Bee, also, CAace. Cbauncy, Dr., 431. Cheever, Bro., 287; Josba., 279. Chee- vers, William Downe, 46. Chever, Ezekl., 426. Chevers, Wm. Down. 402. Chifers, Wm. Don, 407. Childa, Bro., 308. Chipman, Seth', 447. Christie, Bro., 425; Andrew, 194. Chubbuck, Jerh., 77. Church, Benjamin, 192, 193, 194, 199, 207, 211, 429; Benjamin, Jr., 158, 196, 19i\ 197; Bro., 80, 193, 425, 430; Dr., 426, Kdward, 86, 113, 121, 147, 158, 419 ; John. Clark, Bro., 299, 423, 424; C, 100; Chne. tupher, 101, 145, 418, 421, 422; Mathew, 361; Parker, 378; Richard, 191, 204, 426, 427. Clarke, Bro., 91, 419, 431 ; Chric topher, 76, 82, 85,88,91,93,100, 119,121, 12S, 147, 158, 232; J., 113; John, 394; Mr., 269, 270; R., 85; Richard, 137, In^. 173,180, 182, 187; 8., 270. Clements, Bro., 270; Thorns., 262. Clerke, Edwd., 398. Clifford, Benja., 400, 402. Clowston, Bro., 23, 26; James, 3S, 46. Cluston, Bro., 406. Codder [ Cotter 1, Richard, 243. Coddington, John, 467. Codman, Richard, 49, 166. Codner, William, 233, 236, 249. Coffen, N., 407; Wm., 406. Coffin, 427, 428; Bro., 12, 1.3, 19, 54, 424, 42:.; Capt., 428; Josiah, Jr., 204; Nathaniel, 44, 119, 122, 160; Xathaniel, Jr., 206, 42v; William, 10, II, 12. 20, 21, 22, 24, 27, 2--, 31, 32, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 60, 61, 52, 63, 54, 66, 66, 68, 62, 63, 72. 85, 121, 173, 187, 191, 194, 399, 401, 424, William, Jr., 23, 26, 29, 32, 42, 50, 64,119, 122, 160, 176, 400; Wm., Sr., 23, 26, 422, 423. Cole, Edwd., 466. Coleman, Bro., 228; John, 77, 22S, 230, 231. i^ee, aisOt Co/man. Coleaworthy, Saml., 363. CoUlngs, Ezra, 101, 147. Collins, Bro., 122, 2;J3, 248; Esra, 50, 102; Ezra, ]0i5, 123, 228, 229, 230, 232, 233, 234, 235, 2a7, 242, 243, 244, 246, 248, 249, 250, 252, 2.):i, 2.57, 447, 448, 449, 450 ; John, 467. CoUson, Adam, 447; John, 10, .396, 401. See, also. Cohon. Colman, Bro., 221, 223; Dudley, 222; John, 123. See, also, Coleman. Colson, Adam, 252, 254,262,269,279; Bro., 287, 299. See, also, Cotlsan. Colvil, Lord, 19, 401. Colvill, Alexander Lord, 28; Lord, 13, 14, 16, 17, 18, 20, 21, 23, 402; Walr., 453. ColvUle, M., 397. Compede, F.,'270. Compston, Capt., 270. Compton, Ellis, 43. Comstook, Levi, 171. Conally, John, 400. Connolly, Phillips, 258. Connor, John, 308. Cook, Bro., .52; Ephraim, 401; James, 239; Nath., 252; Samuel, 171; Silas, 468. Cooke, Joseph, 243; Silas, 467. Cooledge, Benja., 316; John, 318. Cool- idge, B., 309, 310, 312; Benjamin, 270, 279, 286, 286, 291, 293, 295, 296, 297, 298, 299, 300, 304, 305, 306, 309, 310, 312, 313, 314, 315, 317, 318, 319. 320, 323, 324, 325, 326, 467, 463; Bro., 26S ; John, 269, 279, 286,308,309,311, 312, 316, 325; Joseph, 220, 221. Cooper, Bro., 129, 378; Dr., 431; John, 378; Thomas, 117, 127, 129. Copp, John, 300. Coppmger, Bro., 123. Copethom, John, 423. Coppithome, Bro., 176. Cordis, Bro., 309; Joseph, 123, 313, 460; Thomas, 123; Mrs., 417. Corlis, George, 467. Cornwallis, Edwd., 7. Corrie, Walter, 42. Coasett, Peter, 399. Cotnam, Bro., 60. Cotter, Richard, 239. Cotton, Bro., 423; Nathl., 173. Gonitis, James, 43. Coulta, John, oS. Cox, Daniel, 78; L.,419: Lemuel, 113,119, 122, 137, 147, 1.58, 207, 210, 421, 422; Saml., 429. Cozzens, Gregory, 466; Jos., 467; Mattw., 467. Craft, Thomas, Jr., 447. Crafts, Bro,, 228, 230, 271; Capt., 270; Colo., 263; Thomas, 226, 227, 229, 230, 231, 233, 239, 241, 242, 246, 2n8, 259, 260, 261, 262, 264, 267, 269, 271, 277, 278, 280,463; William, 415. Cragin, Bro., 287. Craig, James, 393, 394. Craige.Bro., 270. Crane, .John, 262. Cranston, Thomas, 467, 468; Walter, 467. Craufurd, Bro., 36. 133. Crauford, Earl of, 134. Crawford, James, 398. Crocker, Allen, 279; Bro., 270; John, 279. Croaa, Thos., 400, 401; William, 239, 243. Crowley, F., 308. Cruokshank, Alexr.,458. Cruikahanks, Alexander, 231 Cudworth, Nathaniel, 123, 228, 231, 233, 236. Cnllen, Bro., 406. Cumberland, Duke of, 408. Cummina, Robt., 400. Cuningham, Bro., 'J$'->, Cuninghame, Henry, 440. Cunningham, Andrew, 271; John, 399; Jos., 261. Curwen, Samuel, 398. Cushing, Bro., 299, 334; J., 299. Cutler, Benja. Clarke, 363; Bro., 81, 84, 9S, 104, 162, 175, 178, 179, 181, 184, 190, 194, 220, 224, 355, 417, 419, 424, 425, 428; Dr., 41; J., 113, 418; John, 79, 80, S2, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87, 88, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 97, 99, 100, 103, 108, 109, 110, 111, .112, 113, 115, 119, 121, 124, 125, 126, ]28,TaO, 131, 133, lo.i, 137, 138, 139, 147, 158, Wl, 162, 164, 169, 170, 173, 175, 176, 177, f79, 180, 181, 182, 183, 187, 189, 190, 191, 192, 193, 194, 195, 197, 198, 199, 206, 211, 218, 220, 221, 222, 223, 224, 226, 340, 381, 382, 417, 418, 419, 420, 421, 42-2, 423, 424, 425, 429, 432, 462, 464; Jonas, 82; Mr., 461, 462. Cutter, Bro., 279. ' Cutting, Bro., 308; Elias, 122; S. B., 308. Index of Names of Persons. 505 Dade, ThoruMs, 188. Daffaxney, Bio., 280. Dalhousie, Eavl of, 226, 302, 4.i2, 455. Dalstou, Willm., 456. Dalton, Bro., 401; William, 400. Damarest, Andrew, 311. D' Amour, Bro., 290. Danforth, Bro., 233, 239, 248, 251 ; Samuel, 123, 226, 227, 228, 229, 230, 232, 234, 235, 237, 239, 240, 244, 245, 246, 247, 260, 261, 262; Baml., Jr., 101, 102, 106. Darraoutt, William, 123. Davenport, Bro., 334. Dairies, Wm., 458. Davis, AnthoDy, 28, 387, 398; Bro., 269, 282; Edward, 42, 49, .406; Elijah, 406; Isaac, 363; Josh., 261; Nichoe., 398; Robt., 262; Theodore, 282; William, 227, 228, 401, 456. Dawes, T., Jr., 308; Thomas, 93, 418. Day, Elijah, 344; James, 400, 401; Luke, 344; William, 400, 401, 406. Dean, John, 187, 424; Joseph, 187, 424; 8eth,260; Beth. Jr., 260. Deane, Seth, 258. Debel, Charles, 260; Israel, 260. De Bellerive, Baury, 324, 365, 367. See, also, Baury. Deblois, Bro., 385, 472; Gilbert, 114, 116, 116, 124, 431 ; Lewis, 32, 34, 36, 38, 39, 41, 43, 44, 46, 47, 48, 49, 60, 61, 63, 64, 66, 64, 122, 407; Stephen, 34, 38, 42, 60, 88, 89, 122, 386, 387, 398, 407. Decoster, 64, 56, 107. DeCoster, Bro., 440, 441; Isaac, 56, 101, 106, 440, 442, 465. De&abique, Bro., 287. Defraime, G., 279. Defrance, Bro., 284, 293; George, 282, 283. ' De Guisoard, Bro., 291. D'Guisoard, Bro., 290, 291. See Descard, Discurd. See, also, Guiscard, etc. D'Laboulerdree, Antho., 400. D'Larue, Elias, 100. Delavoux, Alexr., 399. De Xiuce, Bro., 292, 296, 298, 300. Demoulin, Louis, 399. Demotrline, Lewis, 401. Dench, Gilbert, 77. Deniston, Josh., 185. Dennie, Albert, 398; Thomas, 221, 222, 223, 224, 225, 381; James, 432; Wm., 426. Derby, Nathl., 398. Descard, Le Chas., 278. See De Guiscard^ etc., Discard. See, also, Gttincajd, etc. Deshon, Bro., 243; Deshon, Moses, 60, 106, 123, 227, 228, 229, 230, 232, 233, 234, 235, 237, 242, 244, 245, 246, 247, 248, 249, 250, 262, 254, 255, 286, 267, 268, 259, 261, 262, 263, 264, 278, 406, 443, 444, 446, 450, 466. DeSilver, Bro., 123. De Silvier, Bro., 424. De Silviere, Bro., 180. See, also, Silvere. DevaU, Bro.,287. Devol, Bro., 269. Dewitt, John, 308. Dexter, A., 325, 353, 3-54, 368; Aaron, 228, 318, 319, 323, 324, 325, 326, 327, 338, 343, 346, 347, 348, 349, .8.50, 361, 362, 353, 354, 365, 356, 367, 359, 361, 362, 368, 369, 374, 377, 378, 381, 383,460; Bro., 299, 308, 318, .323, 332, 334, 335, 336, 338, 342, 343, 346, 348, 349, 361, 362, 363, 356, 363, 375, 378, 379, 381, 438, 460; H., .312; John, 468; S., 406; Samuel, 60, 51, 63, .54, 56, 67, 65, 66, 70, 74. Diamond, George, 399. Dickey, .Tames, 123. ' Dlokson, James, 160. Digge, Bro., 269. See, also, Diggs, Dyg. Diggens, Augustus, 99. Diggs, Bro., 287. See, also, Diggs, Dyg. Dillon, Charles, 151, 407, 409; I'eter, 399. Dinuis, Willm., 277. Dipper, Bro., 67, 76; T., 406; Thomas, 38, 39, 41,43, 46, 47, 48, 49, 50, 51. 63, 64, 66, 67, 58, 64, 65, 66, 68, 69, 70, 72, 74. Discard, Bro., 289. See De Guiscard, etc., Descard. See, also, Guiscard, etc. Doakes, Bro., 286. Dean, Bro., 299. Doane, Bro., 269. Doble, Wm., 406. Dookrey, John, 467. Dodge, Thomas, 271, 276; Wm., 276. Doig, George, 282. Dolobaratz, Lewis, 399. Donnell, Bro., 268, 269, 287; Z., 299; Zach., 279. See, also, Dunnell, etc. Donnett.Bro., 344. Dorran, Moses, 234. Dorrineton, Bro., 82; William, 85. Doubledee, Bro., 23. Dougall, Alexander, 249, 450; Bro., 448. Douxsamt, Paul, 400. Down, John, 66. Downe, John, 32, 38, 43, 44,46, 51, 62, .56, 58, 64; Thos., 417. Downes, Ambrose, K4, 191; Mrs., 191. Downs, Ambrose, 122, 147; Jno., 406; Thos., 417. Doyle, Peter, 123, 447. Draper, 30. Drew, James, 467. Drowne, Solo, 467. Dudley, Mrs., 119. Dumaresq, Bro., 423, 424, 425; rhillip, 82, 85, 88, 91, 93, 100, 119, 122, 128, 137, 147, 168, 173. 191, 194, 418, 421. Duma- resque, Phillip, 176, 180, 182. Du- mersque. Phi., 406. Dumfries, Earl of, 261, 457. Dun, Bro., 82. See, also, Dunn. Dunbar, Bro., 293. Dunbarr, Bro., 316 ; Asa, 315. Duncan, Alexr., 91. Dunckerly, Bro., 332; Joseph, 343. See, also, Durtkerly. Dundass, James, 176, 191. Dunday, Bro., 426. Dunkerly, Bro., 258, 270, 287, 308, 334, 342, 344; J., 341, 344; Jos., 261, 343. See, also, Dunckerly. Dunlap, John, 77. Dunn, Bro., 85,220, 421; .John, 137, 158; ISamuel, 220, 221, 222, 223, 224, 226, 381. See, also, Dun. Dunnell, Bro., 287. Dunnells, Bro., 308. See, also, Donnell. Dunster, Bro., 386; Thos., 399. Dupee, Bro., 79 ; Elias, 88, 93, 119, 122, 147, 158, 418; John, 49, 119, 122, 407. Duper, Ja.,279. Dupey, John, 467. Duplasie, La Barbier, 277. Duplassie, Bro., 276; La Barbier. 276, 278. Du- plassieu, Bro.,279. Duplassis,Bro., 287, 288; LaBa., 280. Duplassius, Bro., 288. Duplessis, Bro., 289; Mr., 290; P. Lebarbier, 282. Duplissis. LaBa., 286. Durant, Bro., 406. Dure, Andw., 400, Durfey, Thos., 399. Dutton, Peter R., 344. Dwight, Jona., 400, 401. Dyg, John, 262. See, also, Digge, Diggs. 506 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. Eades & Gill, 245, 256. Eades, J., 287; Jona.,262, 266, 268, 269,273, 274, 275, 276, 278, 279. 281, 282, 284, 290, 291, 293, 295; Jose, 279; Jo8iah,252; Ml'., 280. Sec, also. £d^s. Easton, Nichs., Jr., 467. Eaton, Bro., 344; Joshua, 292, 293, 294; WUliam B., 378. Edes, Bro., 299, 308; Jonathan, 300, 304, 306, 313; Jonathan W., 271, 272, 296; Jona. Welch, 258. See, also. Eades. Edmands, John, 313, 381. Edmonds, Bro., 344. Edmunds, Jno., 313. Edwards, Bro., 328, 330, 331, 334, 33S, 338, 342, 343, 348, 349, 350, 356, 375; T., 332, 334, 335, 33R, 339, 340, 341, 344; Thomas, 324, 325, 326, 327, 328, 329, 331, 333, 337, ;J40, 343, 347, 348, 356, 364, 368, 369, 374, 376, 377, 383. 459, 460. Elbert, Samuel, 147, 169. Elgin and Kincardln, Earl of, 90, 446, 448,449,451. Elgin and Eincardine, Earl of, 451. Eliot, Bro., 299; John, 299, 307; Mr., 286; Simon, 3.59, 362, 365, 366; Simon, Jr., 363. Eliott, Bro., 345. Sec, also, Elliot, etc. EUery, Relief, 184; William, 28, 42, 400. EUiot, Dr., 431; John, 312: Saml., 430; Simon, 361; Simon, Jr., 365, 366, 367. Elliott, Simon, 358; Simon, Jr., 343, 344. See, also, EHot, etc. EUis, Bro., 23; Edmd., 3, .WS; Edmund, .399; Edward, 399, 401, 466. Elsworth, Oliver, 99. Emerson, Bulkely, 160. Emery, John, 148, 159; John M., "77. See, also, Amory, Emory. Ernes, Luther, 315. See, also, Ames^ Ammes, Emmes. Emmerson, Amoe, 294. Emmes, Henry, 105. See, .ilso, Ames, Amm.es, Ernes. Emory, Jno., 407. See, also, Amory, Emery. Endioott, John, 83. Englesbury, Joseph, 377. English, Thomas, 363. Entlok, Bro.,402. Epps, Willm., 400, 402. Ervin, J., 407. Erving, Bro., 44; John, 25, 27, 28, 32, 36, 37, 39, 121, 423; John, Jr., 34; John, Sr.,420. See, also, Irvin, etc. Euing, James, 400, See, also, Eiren. Eustis, .4bra., 279, 286. Evans, G-eorge, 117: Richard, 117. Eveletn, Jams., 276. E"wen, Alexander, 323, 324. See, also, Euing. Eyley, jno., 45R. Eyre, Jno., 14. Eyres, Jas., 428. Fairbanks, Jonas, 271. Fairohild, Asher, 188. Fairfield, Mathw., 268. Falrservioe, Robt., 279. Pairweatlier, Saml., 425. See, also, Fayerweather . Paneuill, Benja., 426. See, also, Fanuiel. Panning, Pbinehas, 204, 208, 209. Panuiel, Peter, 261. See, also, FanexnU. Fariter, James, 60. Farley, Jabez, 277. Farusworth, Bro., 299; Jona., 265; Jonas, 285, 297, 298, 301, 304, 306. PaxreU, John, 398, 401. Parrington, Bro., 287; Thomas, 222, 224, 225, 268, 262, 381, 382, 464. Faulkner, Gilbert, 400, 402. Fayerweather, Bro., 238, 239; Mr., 239, 240, 244; Samuel, 241, 242. See, also, Fainceather. Fearen, Moses, 239. See, also, F^rren. Fellowes, Xathl., 314, 317, 319. Fellows, Bro., 290, 308, 317, 319; C, 2S7; Cornl., 270; N., 270, 280, 287; Nathaniel, 285, 286, 2SS, 290, 291, 292, 293, 294, 295, 296, 297, 298, 313, 316, 318, 319. Fenner, Arthur, 467. Fenno, J., 270 ; Jno., 253. Fenton, Bro., 18, 23; John, 26, 43, 160; Robt., 401. Perray, Bro., 280. Ferren, Moses, 243. See, also, Fearen. FerriU, Ambrose, 447. Ferritor, Nichs., 400. Pinlay, Robt., 455. Fisher, Joshua, 276. Fitch, Andw., 288; Bro., 60, 144, 145. 146, 160, 161, 162, 417, 418, 419, 420, 421, 425, 430; John Brown, 363; Samuel, 82. 85, 93, 96, 97, 103, 109, 110, 112, 115, 119, 120, 121, 122, 124, 128, 131, 133, 135, 137, 145, 158, 161, 164, 170, 176, 181, 182, 194, 200, 204, 206, 207, 210, 211, 217, 218, 417, 41S, 419,420,422.423.424,425, 426. 429, 431; Timothv, 42J; William, 113, 419. Fitzgerald, Bro., 234. Plagg, Bro., ]i:l, 243; David, 101, 105, 440; James, 74, 407; Josiah, 250, 447; ^r., 419. Pleeming, John, 194, 196, 198, 199, 200, 415. See, also. Fleming, etc. Fleet, Bro., 79, 176, 179, 194, 423, 424, 425: T., 14; Thomas, 76, 82, 85, 86, 91, 113, 115, 137, 145, 147, 1.5?, 164, 170, 173, 175, 176, 177,179, ISO, 181, 1S2, 184, 187, 191, 192, 193, 194, 195, 199, 204, 206, 217, 419, 421, 422, 424, 425, 426, 429, 430, 431, 432. Fleming, Bro., 425; .John, 222, 425. Plemming, John, 222. See, also, FteeTninq. Fletcher, Bro., 270, 2S6, 308; John, 77, 228. Folger, Bro.,424; Timothv, 173, 185, 191, 203, 204, 219, 423. Forbes, Bro., 19, 23, 24, 27, 54, 82, 389. 390, 418; J., 12, 13; James, 7, 11, 14, 16, IS, 20, 21, 22, 24, 25, 26, 27. 28, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, :37, 38, 39, 42, 4:5, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 60, 61, .52, 63, 54, 55, 56, 57, 58, 59, 61, f>1, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67. 68, 69, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74, 75, 78, 79, 80, 81, 82, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87, 92, 93, 94,'95, 174, :585, 387, 397, 398, 401, 405,406,417; William, 452, 453. Portescue, Chichester, 160. Foster, Bro., 299; Edward, 447. Fowle, Bro., 431; Robert, 158, 217. Franklin, Benjamin, 4, 34, 390, 4S0: Jas., 466. Eraser, Felix, 262. Frasier, P., 280. Prazer, G-eo., 440. Prazier, Alexr., 160; Bro., 299; John, 398; Lawrence, 160. Predin, Bro., 287. Freeman, Bro., 351, 354, 356 ; James, 379 ; Jonathan, 49, 361, S54, 356, 362, 36S, 369, 406; Jona., Jr., 352, 354, 378. French, Alexander, 39S, 401, 472; Bro., 409; .Jeremiah, 226, 229, 455; Thomas, 363, 408. Frost, .John, 447; William, 398. Frothingham, B., 334,336, 338, 340, 341; Benjamin, 313, 316, 318, 319, 320, 323, Index or Names of Persons. > 507 324, 334, 343, 347, 349, 350, 35], 352, 354, 355, 356, 361,377, 447, 460; Bl'O., 336,344; J., 380; ThomB.,31S. Fry, Bro.,407; Gen., 431. Fiiler, Jona., 400, 401. FuUford, Bro., 252. Furnas, Bro., 79. Furuass, Benja., 77; John, 77, 82; Furness, Juc, 308, 407. Furuey, J., 885; John, 399. Gager, Jer., 262. G-ames, Josiah, 123. Gallop, Bro., 23. Gardener, Jos., 406. Gardiner, Bio., 417, 418, 419, 421, 420, 430, 431 ; Jos., 423, 424; Eobt., 398. Gardner, Bro., 96, 98, 220, 270, 299,424, 425, 431; George, 76.418,467; Gideon, 93; J., 415; John, 219, 418; John, 2d, 204; Joseph, 24, 26, 27, 29, 31, 32, 34, 86, 37, 38, 39, 41, 42, 43, 44, 46, 46, 47, 60, 51, 66, 64, 66, 69, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74, 76, 78, 79, 80, 81, 82, 84, 85, 86, 87, 90, 93, 94, 96, 96, 97, 99, 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 108, 109, 110, 128, 130, 131, 133, 136, 137, 167, 164, 170, 173, 176, 176, 177, 183, 187, 191, 192, 194, 199, 201, 204, 206, 210, 217, 218, 220, 221, 402, 414, 419, 421, 422, 423, 426, 430; Joshua, 76, 85, 113, 122, 128, 169, 421; Robt., 400; Samuel, 64, 231, 232, 233, 235, 236, 240. Garier, Bro., 270. Gates, Gen., 269. Gautier, Chas., 399. Gee, Joshua, 36, 39, 41, 43, 44, 46, 402. Georeie, Sidney, 400. Gerald, F., 465; Ls. F., 465. Garish, John, 61. Gerrish, Bro., 423; Jno., 407; Baml., 77. Geyer, John J., 377, 380. Gibbons, Bro., 76. Giddeon, George, 380. See, also, Gideon. Gidding, Andrew, 228. Glddins, Danl., 276. Gideon, Bro., 378, 380; George, 376, 377. See, also, Giddeon. Gier, Henry Christian, 85. Gilaspey, Andrew, 123. GUI, Moses, 431. GUman, Nathl., 401. Glasgow, James, 117. Gleason, William, 39. Gloucester, Duke of, 408. Glover, Eobt., 399, 401; Saml., 67. Gofton, Webber, 398. Goldthwait, Bzek, 430; Joseph, 60, 93, 182, 418, 424. Gooch, Bro., 426; William, 137, 147, 169, 173, 182. 187, 191, 192, 194, 196, 196, 204, 217, 415,' 421, 522, 424, 426, 426, 431. Goodwin, Bro., 299, 344; David, 313; Bdwd.,313; Nath.. 261. Gookin, Bro., 17; Daniel, 16, 397, 401. Gooking, Danl., 402. Gorden, J., 406; Peter, 77. Gordon, Alexr., 398, 452; Bro., 287; Chas., 398; James, 3, 4, 6, 10, 280, 387, .393, 398; John, 3, 398; William, 3, 60, 398. Gore, Christopher, 307; John, 46, 50, .'52,64, 2.34,407; John, Jr., 123; Saml., 269, 469. Gorham, Bro., 253; Jos., 400. Gorwood, Chas., 400. Gott, Nathl., 268, 274. Gougli, James, 399, 401. Gould, Jas., 467; John, 88; Robert Freke, 433; William, 447, 449. Gowen, Bro., 299, 308; Joseph, 312. Grace, Jno., 260. Grseme, W., 6. Graham, Bro., 287; George, 101, 106; J., 268; James, 123, 447. See, also. Gray- ham, Gryham. Granger, Frederick, 377. Grant, Bro., 299. Graton, Bro., 73; John, 26, 38, 46, 63; Mr., 20, 32. See, also, Greaton. Graves, John, 277. Gray, Alexr., 234, 268 ; Bro., 424; Edward, 268, 276; J., 262; James, 77; John, 182, 196, 199, 232, 234, 426; Lewis, 91, 93, 99, 100, 101, 11.3, 119, 122, 128, 137, 146, 147, 169, 176, 180, 182, 417, 418, 419, 421, 422, 423, 424; Mr., 430; Thos.,'430; Waite, 447; Winthrop, 232, 233, 236, 240, 2.52, 256, 267, 268, 269, 261, 2S3, 284, 265, 267, 268, 269, 273, 278, 280, 283, 284, 287, 289, 290, 291, 292, 293, 294, 296, 296, 297, 463. Grayham, Archd., 400. See, also, Gra- ham, Gryham. Greanleaf, Simon, 238. See, also. Green- leaf. Greaton, John, 419; Mr., 419, 421, 423. See, also, Graton, Green, 480; Bartholomew, 111, 119, 122, 131, 132, 159, 165, 177; Bro., 287; F., 299; James, 467; Joseph, 471, 473, 480; Saml., 203; T., 299; Timo., 279. Greene, Francis, 430; James, 363. Greenleaf, Simon, 242, 247. See, also, Greanleaf. Greenough, Bro., 305; Nath., 258; Will- iam, 148, 169, 238, 269, 292, 463. Greenwood, Nathaniel, 123, 268, 273, 274, 282; John, 166. Grice, William, 398. Gridley, Bro., 14,28, 124, 143, 218,402, 419, 423, 424, 431; Isaac, 49; J., 28, 406; Jer- emy, 13, 14. 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 31, 32, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 48, 49, .50, 51, 52, 53, .56, 66, 67, 68, .59, 60, 61, 62, 63, 66, 66, 68, 69, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74, 76, 78, 79, 80, 81, 82, 84, 86, 86, 87, 89, 90, 91, 92, 93, 96, 96, 98, 99, 100, 101, 102, 104, 108, 110, 114, 116, 117, 118, 123, 126, 126, 127, 129, 132, 141, 142, 144, 160, 166, 168, 400, 402, 403, 405, 417, 418, 419, 444, 448, 446, 470; E., 54, 83, 138; Richard, 24, 26, 29, .31, 33, 37, 38, 44, 45, 48, 49, 60, 51, 52, 53, .54, 66, 68, 69, 60, 62, 63, 66, 67, 68, 70, 71, 72, 74, 76, 81, 83, 84, 85, 89, 91 , 92, 93, 94, 96, 99, 100, 101, 103, 104, 108, 109, 110, 112, 128, 130, 131, 133, 135, 137, 139, 147, 158, 161, 164, 169, 170, 173', 176, 176, 177, 179, 181, 183, 187, 189, 191, 192, 197, 198, 200, 218, 220, 400, 401, 406, 417, 418, 419, 421, 422, 423, 424, 425; Samuel, 50, 66, 70, 72, 74, 220; Scarborough, 159, 191, 220. Gridly, Bro., 420; Isa., 406; Jerry, 420; R., 406; Richard, 220, 421; Saml., 220, 407; Scarbo., 426. Grosman, George, 376, 377, 380. O^roves, Bro., 287, 299. Grovy, Wm., 277. Gruchy, Thos. .Jams., 42, 399, 401. Gryham, George, 440. See, also, Gra- ham, Grayham, Guisoard, Bro., 281, 287; R., 288. Gurs- card, Bro., 275. ^ee De Guiscard, etc., jbeacard, Discard. Guthrie, Mr., 100. Haggart, Mr. , 441. Haine, Bro., 308. Hall, 427, 428; Bolen, 117; Bro., 287, 308, 391; Capt., 427, 428; Fitch, 363; James, 117, 169; Peter, 3, 398; Simon, 279, 326; Thomas, 117. 508 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. Halliburton, Andw., 3, 398, 401. Halloway, B., 406; B., Jr., 406; Brigs, 406. HaUowel, Benjamin, 479; Bro., 478, 479. HaUoweU, B., 11, 12, 13, 388; Benja- min, 6, H, 26, 27, 28, 29, 31, 32, 33, 34, 36, 36, 37, 38, 39, 41, 42, 43, 44, 46, 46, 47, 60, 61, 63, 56, 66, 63, 64, 77, 122, 387, 39S, 401 , 470; Beuja., Jr.,401; Bi-iggs, 23, 26, 32, 3.6, 37, 38, 42, 46, 49, 61, 66; Bro., 10, 1:;, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 21,22, 23, 24, 54, 38.1, 388, 389, 390. Ham, William, 447. Hamilton, Bro., 4; Frederick, 3, 4, 398; John, 401; Robert, 393; Thos., 393. Hammond, Micah, 308; Peter, 400. Hampton, Jonathan, 78. Hancock, Gov., 286; John, 447; Mr., 42S. Hanna, Michael, 176. Hanners, Bro., 423. Harbaoh, John, 363. Harbert, Thos., 242. Hardoassle, Saml., 406. Hardoastle, Samll., 63, 66, 70. Hardgrove, Hugh. 400. Hardy, Thomas, 117. Hare, Bro., 308. Harkiu, Barnett, 228; Bro., 246. Harrington, Jesse, 271 ; Timothy, 271. Harris, Bro., 343; Richard, 283; Saminl, 123; Thads. M.,380; Wm., 464. Harrison, David, 467 ; Peter, 467. Hartley, George Harland, 160, 173; Mr, 160, 162. Hartly, Bro., 423. Harvey, William, 401, 402. Hase, Thomas, 85, 88. Hatch, Bro., 430; Col.,42e; EBte8,400; H., 253; Hawes, 204, 252, 254, 426. Hawes, Bro., 339, 342, 343, 3.51, 356; Will- iam, 339, 341, 343, 344, 345, 347, 348, 349, 360, 351, 352, 353, 365, 356. Hay, Jas., 396. Hayes, Bro., 79, 199, 311,312,342; M. M., 222, 3)2, 333, 3.50, 377; Thos., 84; Will- iam, 191, 199, 206. gee, also. Hays. Haynes, Bro., 424; Jno., 270; Samuel, 191. Hays, Bro., 305, 307, 309, 326, 334, 362, 363, 460; Judah, 363; M., 308; M. M., 22", 306, 310, 312, 314, 316, 318, 319, 325, 349, 360, 351, 363, 354, 35:,, 366, 357, 368, 369, 361, 362, 364, 36.o, 366, 867, 368, 369, 376, 378, 379, 380, 383, 460; Moses M., 298, 301, 305, 373, 374, 382, 383; Moses Mich- ael, 298. See, also, Bayes. Hayt, Lewis, 222. Head, John, 173, 423. Heard, Edmund, 271; Edwd., 282. See, also, Hurd. Hearn, Saml., 270. Hearsay, Levi, 378. See, also, Hersey. Heath, Col., 426. Heatly, Andrew, 467. Heins, Benjamin, 99. Helme, Bro., 343, 345; Gabriel, 335, 33S, 343, 344. Hencliman, Bro., 80; Daniel, 85, 119, 122. Henderson, B*o.,426; Dav., 60; Joseph, 119, 122, 128, 137, 147, 173, 182, 191, 421, 423, 424. Henry, Bro., 429. Henry the VI., 410. Heusnaw, Jos., 423. Herbert, Newcomin, 400. Here, John, 269. Hersey, Ezekiel, 99. See, also, llearsey. Heseltine, James, 410, 413, 414. Hewes, Shubael, 93, 100, 119, 122, 12S, 147, 169, 182, 194, 199, 201, 206, 206, 207, 211, 218. See, also, Jletps. He'wetson, James, 399. Hews, Bro., 425; Shubael, 204, 418, 421, 424, 426, 426, 429. See, also, l/ewes. Hibbens, Samll., 43. Hiohborn, Nathl., 280, 447; Robl., 27o. See, also, IHtchborrit etc. Hickey, John, 2S9. HiokUng, Bro., 421, 423; John, 119, 122; William, 91, 113, 115, 119, 122, 124, 130, 137, 139, 147, 159, 173, 419, 421, 422. Hierlitry, Timothy, 98, 99. HiU, Andw., 398; James, 117; John, 22S, 230, 231 ; William, 42, 123. HUler, Bro., 297, 379; Jos., 287. HiUher, Bro., 307; Joseph, 306, 308. Hillier, Jos., 281. See, also, IHllyer, etc. Hillman, George, 299. HiHyard, Joseph, 301. HiUyer, Bro., 3U4, 308. HUyer, Bro., 281; J., 284. See, also, Hiller, etc. Hinds, Bastil, 294; John, 60. Hinks, Mr., 160. Hinman, Elisha, 261. Hinton, William, 398. Hitch, John, 173, 199, 426. Hitohborn, Robert, 123. Hitchburu, Nathaniel, 123. See, also, Uichbom. Hoar, Bro., 50. See, also, Rore. Hodge, George, 101, 440 ; Michael, 148, 159 ; Sampson, 400. Hodges, George, 105. Hodgkins, Thorns., 276. Hoflains, John, 123, 447. Holbrook, Bro., 23, 279; Jos., 387, 399; S., 406; Samuel, 22, 26, 27, 28, 29, 31, 32, 34, 35, 37, 38, 39, 41, 42, 43, 44, 46, 46, 48, 49, 60, 51, 62, 54, 56, 58, 63, 64, 66, 70, 72, 74, 88. Holbrooke, Jos., 401. Hole- brook, Saml., 68. Holdrldge, H., 288. HoUoway, John, 160. Holmes, B. M., 415; Benja., 424; Benja Mulberry, 191, 207, 210, 429. Holt, Samuol, 171. Homans, B., 270, 334, 335, 339, 352, 369; Benjamin, 128, 137, 147, 159, 177, 183, 191, 192, 194, 199, 201, 205, 216, 218, 297, 304, 305, 309, 310, 311, 312, 313, 316, 316, 317, 318, 319, 323, 324, 325, 326, 327, 328, 329, 332, 334, 335, 338, 343, 345, 347, 361, 362, 363, 364, 365, 361, 362, 368, 377, 378, 421, 422, 426; Bro., 270, 308, 328, 329,338,339, 342, 351, 354, 361, 364, 425, 426, 429, 430, 431, 432; George, 243, 323; George S., 324. Hood, Capt., 413; Rich'd, 399. Hooper, Daniel, 399; Mr., 42; Stephen, 143,148,200; Sut., 279. Hooten, Bro.,325; Ricbd.,407. Hooton, Richard, 28, 63. Hope, Henry, 3, 398. Hopkins, Bro., 280, 308; C, 299; Caleb, 226, 227, 229, 230, 233, 243, 244, 245, 260, 251, 252, 255, 268, 260, 262, 447, 463 ; Capt., 426; Chrisr., 467; Edward, 237, 240; Esek, 467; J., 299; John, 262; Mark, 210, 429. Hore, Jonath., 407. See, also. Hoar. Horsfall, Richard, 377. Horton, Bro., 287. Hoskins, Bro., 239, 247, 267, 284, 288, 307, 309; W., 254, 269, 282; William, 113, 123, 137, 236, 244, 246, 246, 247, 248, 249, 260, 251, 252, 253, 254, 266, 257, 266, 266, 267,268,269,273,274, 276, 276, 277, 278, 279, 280, 281, 283, 286, 287, 2S9, 292, 293, Index of Names of Persons. 509 294, 295, 301, 305, 306, 809, 310, 311, 312, 313, 314, 315, 316, 317, 324, 325, 406, 419, 421, 422, 436, 447, 466, 463. How, Bro.,287; Estest, 204, 426. William, 77. See, alao, Howe. Howard, Martin, Jr., 466; Mr., 267, 269, 270, 432. Howe, Bro., 270, 299, 344; Betes, 467., See, also. How. Howell, Arthur, 166. Howland, James, 377. Hubbard, Justice, 420; Thomas, 121. Huch, Eiohard, 49. Huok, Richard, 60. Hudson, Bro., 299. Hugget, John, 398. Hughan, W. J., 470; William James, 433. Hull, Bro., 401; Wm., 277. Hultou, Henry, 144; Mr., 146. Hunt, Abraham, 306, 309; Bro., 299, 307, 308, 334, 344, 352, 363, 354, 361, 364, 366, 378; John, 78; S., 362; Samuel W., 362, 353, 364, 355, 36], 362, 364, 377; Simeon, 468; Wm.,258. Hunter, Bro., 308, 422; Hugh, 88, 91, 100, 169; James, 440, 462 ; Willm., 466. Huntingford, Edward, 69, 60. Hurd, Bro., 79, 292, 293; Edmund, 292, 300; John, 26,406; Nathaniel, 81,82, 86, 88. 113, 115, 119, 122, 12S, 407, 418, 419, 421. See, also. Heard. Huske, John, 400, 401. Hussey, Christopher, 185, 186," 209 ; Chris- topher, Jr., 219; Christopher, Sr., 219. Huston, John, 400. Hutchins, Bro., 424, 426, 429, 430 ; Mathias, 429 ; Matthew, 176, 180, 182, 187, 191, 194, 196, 199, 204, 206, 207, 217, 424, 425, 426, 429,431. Hutclunson, Bro., Thomas, 121. 386; John, 398, 401; Hyman, Bro., 460. Huyman, Bro., 321. Hyslop, Bro., 308, 334 Inclies, Henderson, 431. Indigot, J., 12, 13; John, H, 14, 16, 397, 400, 402. Ingersol, Bro., 49, 94, 407, 419, 420, 421 ; Joseph, 137, 191, 194, 422. IngersoU, Benjamin, 159, 234; Bro., 112, 138, 181, 202, 206, 217, 218, 253, 419, 421, 422, 423, 424, 425,429, 430, 431; David, 207, 210, 429; John, 428; Joseph, 82, 92, 113, 122, 145, 169, 173, 198, 199, 201, 204, 206, 217, 415,423,424,425,426,431. Inglee, Ebenr., 378. Inglisn, Alexander, 447. Inman, John, 204, 206, 207, 210, 217, 415, 426, 429, 4S0, 431. Irisli, Bagwell, 399. Irvin, John, 401. Irvine, Mr., 442. See, also, Ervin, etc. Irwin, Andw., 400. Ivers, Bro., 406; Thomas, 88. Ives, Benja., 399. Jackson, Benjamin, 99, 137, 146, 147, 169 173, 176, 180, 187, 191, 194, 196, 199, 210 216, 416, 421, 422, 423, 424, 426; Bro ,80 81, 84, 101, 138, 284, 287, 348, 368, 407 424; J., 269; James, 82, 85, 86, 87 93 100, 103, 108, 109, 113, 119, 122, 130, 135 137, 139, 145, 147, 159, 170, 173, 207, 220 224, 226, 228, 230, 231, 232, 233, 234, 268 271, 272, 273, 274, 276, 277, 278, 280, 281 282, 283, 284, 286, 286, 287, 297, 381 418 419, 421, 422, 423, 429 ; John, 345, 346 347 348, 349, 360, 351, 363, 364, 356, 366 357 358, 359, 360, 361, 362, 363, 364, 366, 366 367, 460, 461; Joseph, 29, 43, 60, 66, 122, 147, 157, 169, 407; Joseph, Jr., 422, 423; William, 81, 82, 83, 84, 93, 100, 101, 104, 110, 113, 124, 126, 130, 131, 133, 134, 135, 138, 139, 146, 147, 169,164, 176,177,179, 199, 206, 417, 418, 419, 420, 421, 422, 423, 426, 429. Jaoobson, Bro., 419, 424, 426; Howard, 85, 113, 137, 180, 199. Jameau, Bro., 290. James, John, 400; Peter, 467. Jamison, David, 466. Janeau, Bro., 278, 281, 287; Presin, 291. Jareau, Bro., 279, 293. See, also, Jearean, Jereau. Jarvis, Edward, 447; Leonard, Jr., 91; Robert, 38. Jeareau, Bro., 294, 296, 297. See, also, Jareau, Jereau. Jeatau, Bro., 293; John, 293. Jeateau, Bro., 292; John, 295. See, aXm/jutau, etc. Jefferds, Bro., 239; G., 408; George, 123. See, also, Jejffirds. Jefferys, Geo., 418. See, also, Jeffries. Jeffirds, George, 446, 448. See, also. Jeffries, Bro,, 236, 248; John, 123, 228,231, 232, 233, 235, 236, 239, 247, 263. See, also, Jeferys. Jenkens, Robt., 386. Jenkins, Bro., 23, 61, 67, 82, 83, 84, 299, 386, 386, 390, 391, 419, 420, 421, 422, 423, 426; Bro., Jr., 15, 18, 19, 21, 71; Bro., Sr., 418; George, 148, 169; John, 48, 47, 48, 49, 60, 61, 52, 64, 63, 262, 447; Jonathan, 219; Peter, 43; E., 386, 387, 406, 424; Robert, 7, 24, 26, 26, 27, 28, 29, 31, 32, 33, 34, 36, 36, 37, 38, 39, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 60, 51, 62, 53, 54, 66, 66, 57, 68, 69, 61, 62, 63, 64, 66, 66, 67, 68, 69, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74, 76, 76, 78, 79, 80, 81, 82, 83, 86, 86, 89, 92, 93, 95, 96, 97, 100, 101, 103, 104, 112, 119, 120, 122, 126, 130, 131, 133, 135, 139, 147, 159, 161, 162, 164, 167, 169, 170, 173,176, 179,180, 183, 187, 190, 191,192, 193, 194, 195, 199, 201, 204, 396, 399, 401, 405, 406, 417, 418, 419, 421, 422, 423, 424, 426,428; Robert, Jr., 64, 402(?), 468; Eobt., [Jr.], 466; Robert, Sr., 417. Jenks, John, 467; Saml., 77. Jennings, Bro., 79, 176, 178, 425; Levi, 85, 88, 119, 122, 137, 145, 169, 176, 194, 421. Jennison, Samuel, 77. Jepson, John, 467; William, 122. Jereau, Bro., 295, 298, 299. Sec, also, JareaUt Jeareau. Jolmnot, A., 406; Andrew, 418, 419, 421, 422; Bro., 417; Gabriel, 426, 430. Jolinot, Gabriel, 426. See, also, Johon- net, etc. Johnson, Amos, 271; Bro., 476; Danl., 262; H., 387; Henry, 399, 401, 421; Hezekiah, 171; John, 128, 421; Peter, 117; Samuel, 188; Wm., 406. John- ston, Augs., 466; Saml., 466. John- stone, Holten, 262. Johonnet, Andrew, 93, 115. Johonnett, Andrew, 113, 119, 122, 130, 137, 147, 169, 164, 181; Francis, 145, 159. Johon- not, Andrew, 94, 96, 100; Bro., 79, 386, 890; Daniel, 66; Frank, 479; Gabriel, 204, 217, 416. Johonnott, Andrew, 88. Johonot,F., 387; Frans.,398, 401. Johonote, Francis, 407. See, also, Johnnot, etc. Jones, Bro., 3.31, 334, 340, 342, 344, 360, 361, 368, 425; Daniel, 113, 122, 128, 137, 147, 510 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. 1 69, 316, 419, 421, 422 ; Elkanah, 128, 421 ; Ezra, 271; Hannah, 68; I., 338; Isaac, 272; Israel, 327, 332, 338, 361; John, 68, 220, 243, 327, 336, 362, 363, 374, 378, 380, 400; Nah., 280; Thomas, 60, 238; William, 128, 137, 147, 169, 173, 176, 180, 182, 187, 194, 196, 201, 207, 421, 422, 423, 424, 426, 429. Joy, Bro., 127, 175, 179, 308, 417, 418, 419, 424, 425; John, 82, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87, 88, 91, 92, 93, 95, 96, 99, 101, 103, 108, 109, 112, 116, 119, 122, 124, 126, 126, 128, 130, 139, 146, 147, 167, 169, 173, 175, 176, 177, 179, 180, 181, 182, 184, 187, 194, 195, 198, 199, 205, 207, 218, 416, 418, 419, 420, 421, 423, 424, 425, 426, 429. Joye, J., 406. Judd, Wm.,346. Juder, Baruch, 308. Judson, Benj., 430. Jutau, Bro., 279, 304, 306, 307, 312, 317, 318, 323, 326, 330, 333, 3.34, 338, 342, 343, 354, 366, 361, 366, 366, 367; J., 319; Jean, 296; John, 296, 297, 298, 300, 301, 304, 306, 309, 311, 313, 314, 316, 316, 318, 319, 320, 321, 323, 324, 326, 327, 328, 329, 331, 332, 338, 339, 343, 346, 346, 347, 349, 366, 361, 362, 364, 366, 367, 438, 460; Mrs., 367. Juteau, Bro., 287, 299; John, 299, 300. Jutua, John, 310. See, also, Jeatau, etc. Earr, Walter, 447. Kast, Bro., 407; P. G., 77. Keith, Bro., 287, 308; Jas., 467; Major, 286. Kelby, T., 386. See, also, Kilby. Kelder, Bro., 343. KeUder, Wm., 313. Keller, Edwd., 399. Kelley, William, 117. See, also, Kelly. Kellogg, Solomon, 99. Kelly, John, 378. See, also, A'e//ey. Kennaway, Thos., 401, 402. Kennedy, Bro., 27. KenneUy, Thos., 3, 398. Kenson, Eobt., 398. Kent, Benja., 430. Keyes, Stephen, 349. Keys, Bro., 431. Kilby, Bro., 387; Thomas, 8, 386, 387, 399, 401. See, also, Kelby. Kilder, Bro., 343. Kimbal, Benjamin, 271. King, Solemn., 465. Knight, Bro., 79, 184, 193, 424, 425; Thomas, 82, 99, 113, 128, 146, 147, 169, 173, 176, 177, 179, 180, 181, 182, 184, 187, 190, 191, 192, 193, 194, 198, 199, 201, 204, 206, 207, 419, 422, 423, 424, 425, 429. Knights, Thos., 421, 423, 426, 429. Kno'vrlton, Joseph, 268. Knox, John, 77; Thomas, 123, 233, 236, 466. XjEt^tte, Bro., 275. See, also, Larfitte. Xiamas, Bro., 80. See, also, Lammers. Lamb, Edward, 301. Lambert, Bro., 308. Lammers, Bro., 80. See, also. Lamas. Lamport, John, 399. Landon, David, 188. Lang, B., 308; James, 86; W., 308. Langdon, John, 233, 236. Lapear, Andrew, 93, 122. Lapier, And., 418. Larfitte, Bro., 287. See, also, Lafitte. Laughton, Joseph, 223, 363, 368, 369, 374, 376, 377, 378, 380, 381; Thos., 426. Laugthrop, Mr., 269. See, also, Lothrop. Law, Thomas, 462. Lawley, Robt., 6, 8. Lawlor, Thomas, 60. Lawrence, Charles, 49; Henry, 399; Sam- uel C, 396, 473. Leadbetter, 177; Jane, 177; Thomas, 177, Leahy, Henry, 447. Leddain, Geo., 399. Leddel, Bro., 23, 44; H., 10; Henry, 11. 21, 24, 26, 26, 27, 28, 29, 31, 32, 36, 36, 37, 38, 39, 41, 42, 43, 44, 64, 56, 58, 64, 68, 69, 70, 72, 74, 76, 77, 86, 87, 91, 96, 100, 101, 103, 104, 180, 204, 400, 426. Leddell, Bro., 18, 19, 98, 426; H., 12, 13, 14, 424; Henry, 36, 36, 194, 402, 419, 421. See, also, Liddall, etc. Lee, John, 399; Judge, 426. Leigh, Bro., 41, 423; Benjamin, 147, 173; Peter, 39, 43, 402. LeMercier, Pet., 316. See, also, Mercier. Lenox, 54, 67, 89; Bro., 37, 46,59, 67, 70, 75; David, 45. Lernard, Amasa, 327. Lesslie, John, 117. Letchmere, Nicholas, 28, 44. Leveret, John, 69, 71, 72. Leverett, Bro., 17, 19, 24, 28, 30, 37, 51, 52; J., 12, 13; John, 11,14, 16, 17, 18, 20, 21,22, 23, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 31, 32, 33, 34, 36, 37, 38, 39, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 60, 51, 62, 53, 54, 66, 66, 67, 68, 69, 61, 62, 63, 64, 66, 67, 68, 69, 70, 71, 77, 397, 400, 402, 403,405? Leverit, J., 406. Levens, Saml., 401. Levins, Saml., 400. Lewis, Bro., 161; Edmd., 387; Eldad, 349; Ezekiel, 120; Jonathan Clarke, 148, 160, 161; P., 406, 465; Philip, 443, 444, 446; Thomas, 51, 69; Winslow, 447. Liddall, Henry, 128. Llddel, Henry, 148, 147. Liddell, Bro., 419; Henry, 169. Liddle, H., 406. See, also, Leddel, I etc. i Llllie, John, 447. Lincoln, Amos, 325, 364, 356, 357, 361, 362, 364, 365, 366, 368, 369, 374, 376, 377, 378, 380, 381; Benja., 326; Benj., Jr., 330; Bro., 287, 382; Gen., 286; W., 308. Lishman, James-, 159. Little, Bro., 346, 351, 352, 356, 361, 362, 364, 378, 381, 382; John, 60; Mr., 346; Will- iam, 225, 345, 349, 361, 362, 353, 356, 357, 361, 362, 364, 366, 366, 368, 369, 374, 376, I 377, 378, 380, 381. Littlejohn, David, 400, 402. Livingstone, Abra., 262. Lloyd, Bro., 426; Samuel, 196, 199, 201,205, 207,210,218,425,426,429,430. Lockhart, Lenington, 117. Lockman, Leonard, 399. • I Logan, Bro., 17, 105, 443, 448; James, 106, 439, 440, 441, 442, 444, 448, 450 : W., 13 ; Walter, 14, 401, 402. Lorlug, 427 ; Benjamin, 100, 110, 112, 113, 116, 119, 122, 12^, 126, 128, 130, 136, 137, 139, 147, 169, 161, 173, 176, 179, 180, 181, 182, 183, 191, 196, 204, 415, 419, 421, 422, 424, 426; Bro., 238, 269, 421, 423, 424, 425; Joshua, 28, 228, 231, 234, 236,238, 239, 242, 243, 244, 245, 246, 247, 249, 260; Mr., 419 ; Thorns., 262, 270. Lorking, Wm., 447. Lothrop, Mr., 269, 270. See, &}so, Laugth- rop. Loudon, Earl of, 407. Loudoun, Earl of, 6, 49. Love, Bro., 240, 251; Ebenr., 246; Thomas, 240, 242, 243, 245, 250, 276, 282, 283, 285, 202. Low, Daniel, 277; P., 308. Index of Names of Persons. 511 Lowder [Lowditt], George, 440. See, also, Lowdiii. Lowder, Jonathan, 77, 82, 88, 265, Xiowditt, George, 101, 105. See, also, Zowder, Geortje. Lowell, Brc, 49, 238, 248, 263, 266, 267, 271, 284, 297, 298, 307, 309, 326, 330, 338, 341, 342, 353, 364, 362, 864, 866, 366, 378, 381; J., 341; John, 49, 60, 128, 144, 223, 226, 227, 228, 232, 233, 234, 236, 236, 239, 240, 243, 247, 250, 251, 253, 266, 266, 267, 268, 259, 260, 261, 262, 263, 264, 266, 266, 'l267, 269,271, 273,276,277, 278,280,282, 283, 284, 285, 286, 289, 290, 291, 292, 293, 294, 295, 296, 297, 298, 299, 300, 301, 504, 306, 308, 310, 312, 314, 316, 316, 317, 320, 326, 327, 328, 320, 331, 332, 333, 334, 336, 340, 342, 343, 344, 346, 347, 348, 352, 353, 364, 365, 357, 361, 364, 366, 367, 368, 374, R.U377, 380, 381, 383, 463. Lowther, John, 166. Ludlngton, Timothy, 188. Lutwycli, Edward, 2, 3. Lyle, John, 398. Lyndon, J., 469; Josa., 467. Lyon, D. Murray, 393, 394. Lyster, Wm., 466. MaoDaniel, Bro.,478; H., 406. See, also, McDaniet, etc. MacDunell, Timy., 407. Maokay, Bro., 220; Mnngo, 220, 221,222, 223, 224, 225, 382, 464. See, also, Mac- key, McKay, McKey. Maofienzey, Bro., 406, 476. See, also, McKenaiet etc. Mackey, Alexr., 204, 268, 261, 269, 426; Mungo, 147, 159, 180, 217, 429. See, also, Mackay, McKay, McKey. Mackintosh, Shaw, 398. MacIC'eal, A., 406. See, also, McNeal, Macy, Robert, 204. Magnae, Bro., 287. Magnar, Bro., 287. Magner, Bro., 269, 334; John, 279, 308. Mahoney, Bro., 308. Malbon, Godfrey, Jr., 468. Malbone, Bvan,467; Godfrey, 467; Godfrey, Jr., 467; John, 467. Malcolm, Alexr., 400; Alexr. (Rev.), 400. Malcom, D., 287; Danl., 279. Mal- coxnb, Bro., 406. Mallet, Isaac, 813. Man, Bro., 417, 418, 419; Joseph, 76, 83, 84, 86, 87,92, 93, 96, 96, 97, 100, 417. See, also, Mann. Maney, Bro., 29 ; William, 82, 46. Mann, Joseph, 76, 78, 82, 86, 88, 122, 147, 418. See, also, Man. Manningham, Thomas, 40. Marett, Phillip, 228, 248. Maritt, Philip, 447. Bee, also, J^forrai, etc. ; Merriot ; Merntti."!), Philip. Marlaw, Benja., .S99. Marlton, John, 447. Marquand, Daniel, 399. Marrat, Capt., 269. Marratt, Bro., 267. Marrett, Phillip, 264, 266, 463. Mar- riot, Phillip, 2.59, 262. See, also, ilfo- ^•ei^etc.; MerHott ; MerrUt(,'>), Philip. Marsh, Jno., 141, 168. Marshall, Peter, 466; Robert, 466; Samuel, 64. Marsten, Bro., 421. Marstion, Bro., 331, 332; Mrs., 336. Marston, Bro., 321, 322, 323, 329, 424, 431, 432; CoUo, 337; John, 113, 137, 146, 147, 169, 173, 176, 180, 187, 191, 204, 206, 207, 210, 317, 366, 419, 422, 423, 424, 426, 429; John, Jr., 336; Manassah, 308, 318. Martin, William, 400. Mason, 803; Benja., 46, 64, 468; Benjn. 8., 466; Bro., 308; 0., 299; Noah, 467. Massey, Samuel, 42, 400. Matchet, Jno., 426. Mather, Dr., 253; Samll., 252. Maul, William, 399. Mawdsley, John, 62, 141, 466, 468. Maxwell, John, 398. Mayers, Christian, 467. McAdams, Gilbert, 49, 60. McAlpine, William, 123, 447, 448. Mc- Calpine, Bro., 252. McCarrel, Murtagh, 91. MoCarrol, Murtagh, 88. McCarthy, Bro., 79, 424, 426; Daniel, 85, 122, 147, 169, 180, 191. McCever, Bro., 299. McCleUen, William, 117. McCoy, 30. See, also, Mckoy. McCracken, John, 230. MoCury, Robt., 456. MoDaniel, Bro., 10, 11, 13, 14, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 28, 32, 54, 67, 76, 127, 389, 390, 421, 424; H., 12, 13, 16, 86, 385, 386,387,388,891; Hugh, 6, 7, 8, 26, 26, 27, 28, 29, 31, 32, 33, 36, 36, 38, 89, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 50, 63, 66, 66, 67, 58, 63, 64, 66, 67, 68, 69, 71, 72, 74, 77, 80, 82, 86, 87, 93, 97, 99, 101, 104, 113, 119, 122, 126, 130, 131, 133, 137, 147, 159, 178, 387, 308, 401, 405, 417, 418, 419, 421, 422, 423, 470; Jacob, 119, 122, 137, 147, 422; James, 423; T., 386, 891; Timo., 387, 399, 401. MoDanieU, Hugh, 170, 173, 177, 393; Jacob, 160, 180, 187, 191, 192, 193, 196, 198,424. See, also, MacDaniel, etc. McDougal, Alexander, 462, 467; Bro., 451. M cDougall, Alexander, 439, 440, 448, 462, 467. McDowell, Bro., 122. McBUroy, Bro., 299; Robert, 297, 298, 300, 301. McBlroy, Bro., 270, 287, 334; Robt., 268, 294, 296. McEwen, Bro., 123. McFagan, Thomas, 276. McKay, Aeneas, 10, 400, 401; Bro., 424; Hugh, 400, 401; Mungo, 424, 431. See, also, Mackay, Mackey, McKey. McKean, 272; Bro., 308; William, 271, 272, 320. MoKeen, Bro., 276, 321; William, 276, 291. McKennen, Robt., 400. McEensie, Andrew, 88. MoKenzie, Andrew, 10, 24, 64, 66, 68, 69, 70, 71, 72, 400, 401; Bro., 11, 12. See, also, Mac- Kenzey. MoKey, Mungo, 191, 207. See, also, Mac- kay, Mackey, McKay. MoKnight, Thos., 398. Mckoy, Bro., 22, 24, 25, 32, 37. See, also, McCoy. MoLane, Bro., 239. McLean, Capt., 6; John, 147, 159; Robt., 398. McLure, John, 452. McMannus, Patt, 60. MoMulleu, Andrew, 77; Wm., 227. Mo- MuUin, Wm., 228; Patriot, 91. Molfeal, Archibald, 170, 417, 418, 419, 421, 422, 423, 424, 426, 480; Bro., 417, 418, 419, 420, 421, 423, 424, 425, 428, 429; John, 398 ; Mr., 417. MclTeall, Archi- bald, 426, 426, 429. McNeU, Archi- bald, 41, 42, 48, 46, 48, 50, 61, 62, 53, 54, il2 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. 56, 56, 5T, 58, 64, 65, 66, 68, 70, 72, 74, 75, 79, 80, 82, 91, 93, 96, 96, 97, 100, 101, 102; Bro.,94; John,3. MoWeile, Archd., 481. McNeill, A., 113; Archibald, 85, 87, 99, 108, 109, 110, 111, 113, 115, 124, 125, 128, 130, 131, 133, 135, 137, 139, 147, 159, 164, 169, 170, 173, 176, 176, 177, 179, 180, 181, 182, 183, 187, 190, 191, 192, 193, 194, 199, 201, 204, 206, 210, 217, 415; Bro., 98, 190, 193, 201. See, aleo, MacNeal. McQuade, Henry, CO. McQuiner, Q., 308. McTaggart, Feter, 42, 50, 400. Meachaxn, Bro., 299. Meara, Jeremiah, 147; Lt., 160. Megget, Archibald, 452. Mein, Jos., 406. MelviU, Bro., 209, 308; John, 49, 50, 51; Majr., 269; Thomas, 261. Melvln, Jno., 407. Merchant, William, 400. Mercier, L., 313. tiee, aleo, Le Mercier. Mermaid, Bro., 3:8. Merriot, Phillip, 248. See, also, Marelt, etc.; Marrat, etc.; Merritti?), Phiiipt etc. Merrit, Jno., 270. Merritt, Bro., 299, 308; John, 123, 447, 448. Merritt [Mar- riot?], Philip, 2.JS. See, also, Marett, etc.; Marrat,eic..; Merriot. Metoalf, Thomas, 447. Mezmeb, Bro., 312. Michell, Thomas, 447. See, also, Mitch- ell. Miles, Bro., 287. Miller, Bro., 308; George, 117; .John, 468; Joseph, 64, 406; Peter, 49; Wm., 258, 262. Milliken, Thomas, 444, 447, 44S. Mills & Hicks, 256. Mills, George, 279. Minot, C, 85; Clark, 313. Mitchell, Bro., 17; Geo., 20. See, aleo, Michell. Moar, 8am., 465. See, also, Moore. Moffat, Thomas, 470. Moffatt, Thos., 398, 466. Moleworth, Bro., 229. Molesworth, Bro., 229 ; Ponsonby, 226, 466. MoUneiuc, Wm., 2So. MollineavLZ, Ur., 426; Wm., 42S. Mollineux, WiUm., 430. Moloney, Thos., 3, 398. Moncrief, Geo., 401. Moncrieff, Thos., 399, See, also, Muncrirf. Mongomerie, Bro., 28. See, also, Mont- gomerie, etc. Monk, Jomee, •;S7, 399. Monroe, P., 270. See, aleo, Munro, etc. Montacute, Visconnt, 134. Montague, X^ord, 402; Viecount, 1,2, 129, 150. See, also, Mountagite. Montgomerie, Bro., 23; James, 393; Pat., 400, 402. Montgomery, James, 393, 394. See, also, Mongomerie. Montier, James, 399. Moody, Samuel, 166, 447 ; Joshua, 166. Moon, Bro., 123. Moore, Bro., 334, 347, 421; John, 128; Josi., 272. See, also, Moar. Moores, Bro., 299; Saml., 313. Morell, Bro., 344. See, also, Morrill. Morgan, Bro., 299, 429; Dr., 431; Wm. Sampson, 2U6. Morrill, Bro., 270. See, also, Morell. Morris, Bro., 308; John, 398; WiUiam, 399. Morse, John, 313, 318. See, also, Moss. Morton, Bro., 263, 288, 290, 299, 304, 305, 309, 310, 312, 317, 318, 3.38, 354, 379; P., 317; Perez, 258, 261, 263, 264, 281, 284, 285, 286, 287, 290, 291, 292, 293, 297, 298, 300,301,303,305,310, 311, 312, 315, 316, 321, 323, 360, 367, 359, 363, 383, 431. Moss, John, 319. See, also, Morsf. Mott, Samuel, 91. Moulton, Daniel, 91; Jona., 77. Mountague, Viscount, 1. See, also, Montacute^ etc. Mulholland, Wm., 60. Mulligan, Bro., 287, 292, 29.o. Mulliken, Francis, 296, 297, 298, 300, 301, 304. Mumford, STathl., 466, 470; Wm., 468. Muncreif, Bro., 406. See, also, Moncrief, etc. Munro, Benjamin, 119, 122; Bro., 136, 421 ; J., 419; John, 113, 12S, 136, 147, 159, 424. Munroe, John, 180. See, also, Mon- roe. Murdock, George, 393; John, 393, 394. Murray, Bro., 23; Joseph, 399; William, 42, 49, 82, 88, 91, 147, 159. Murry, Wm., 407. Ifapier, William, 437. Nappier, John, 399; Peter, 401. Hash, John, 467. iN'azro, John, 147, 159, 422. Neal, Bro., 21; Danl., 387; Richard, 401, 402. Webon, Bro., 307, 326, 332, 334, 460; J., 460; James, 306, 309. Wegus, Bro., 80. NewaU, Eliphalet, 324, 326. Newell, A., 299; Andrew, 258, 285, 288, 290, 313; Bro., 265, 287, 309, 338, 339, 340, 343; E., 299; Eliphalet, 313, 320, 322, 323, 324, 326, 329, 460; J., 270; John, 263, 262; M., 269; Michael, 264, 282; Robert, 117; T., 299 ; Tho., 252, 258, 262. Newhall, Bro., 331, 332, 335; Bliphalet, 316; Michael, 347, 349. Newman, Bro., 13, 16, 18, 19, 299, 308; John, 271; Michl., 294; S., 30S; Thos., 20, 21, 397, 402. Newsham, Capt., 88. Newton, Thos., 400. Nichols, Bro., 23, 333; George, 467; J., 332; James, 42; William, 28, 407. Nio- kles, James, 447. Nixon, John, 91. Noble, David, 327. Nogues, Bro., 23, 28, 65; Peter, 45, 46, 50, 64. Norrls, WiUiam, 400. Nott, Epapbras, 171. Nottage, Bro., 299. WoweU, Nathl., 238. Noyes, Oliver, 50. Ober, Israel, 447. O'Brien, Jeremiah, 378. Odin, John, 43, 401. Ogier, Abraham, 204. See, also, Ozier. OUve, Bro., 367. Oliver, A., 406; Andrew, 32, 38, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 60, 62, 54, 65, 66, 57, 68, 64, 66, 66, 69, 72, 74, S3, 94, 144; Andrew, Jr., 65; Bro., 54, 2S7; Edward, 399; John B., 262; Peter, 10, 23, 400, 401; Robert, 23, 28, 43, 398; Tho., 406. Olney, Jos., 467. Orpin, Abraham, 399. Oaborn, John, 393. Osborne, John, 398, 470. Index of Names or Persons. 513 Otis, James, 27, 28, 31, 82, 60, 52, 66, 66, 70, 72, 74, 99, 120, 121,122, 160, 176, 200, 217, 420,422, 423, 426, 431; James, Jr., 119; Jona., 467. Ottis, J., 406. Overing, Bro., 390; John, 387, 398, 401. Owen, Josh., 467. Oxnard, Bro., 13, 16, 34,388,891,392; Mr., 6; T., 30, 76, 386, 389; Thomas, 6, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16, 19, 20, 22, 23, 24, 26, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 32,33, 86, 76, 166, 886, 386, 387, 388, 390, 392, 396, 397, 398, 401, 402, 475. Ozier, Abraham, 426. See, also, Ogier. Packard, Jacob, 401. Paddock, Adlno, 46, 60, 52, 66, 66, 67, 68, 69, 64, 66, 66, 67. 68, 70, 71, 72, 73, 75, 78, 79, 82, 86, 122. Padock, A., 406. Page, Ambrose, 467. Paice, Mr., 160. Pain, Bro., 406. Paine, Edwd., 430; Rob- ert Treat, 64. See, also, Payne. Paisly, Robert, 394. Palfarey, Wm., 444. Palfrey, Bro., 232, 233, 23."!, 238, 240, 244, 248, 271, 421, 435-, Col., 434; William, 91, 101, 102, 106, 123, 128, 147, 204, 226, 227, 228, 229, 230, 231, 232, 233, 236, 237, 239, 241, 244, 245, 249, 268, 271, 260, 281, 284, 426, 447, 449, 466. Palfry, Wm., 247, 266. Palmes, Bro., 424; Joseph, 424; Richard, 176, 182, 187, 206, 217. Palms, Bro., 299; Richard, 173. Park, Bro., 308. Parker, Bro., 72, 270; David, 228; Mr., 269, 286. Parkman, 323; Bro., 308, 311, 312, 314, 321, 338, 340, 348; B., 332, 341; EUas, 311, 313, 814, 316', 316, 317, 318, 319, 320, 322, 323, 324, 328, 327, 329, 331, 334, 336, 338, 844, 379, 438; Samuel, 220, 221, 222, 228, 224, 225, 381, 382. Parks, Capt., 270; Richard, 398. Parsons, Bro., 431; Moses, 160; Thomas, 238. Pason, Bro., 80. See, also, Payson. Pateshall, Bro., 16, 22; R., 32; Richd., 67; Robert, 43. See, also, Patteshall. Patten, Bro., 220, 426, 429; Dr., 160; Nathaniel, 145, 147, 167, 159, 180, 199, 201, 206, 206, 207, 210, 217, 218, 220, 414, 423, 429, 430, 431, See, also, Pattin. Patterson, Bro., 336; John, 260, 277; Forbes, 401. Pattesiall, Bro., 17; Richd., 398. See, also, Pateshall, Pattin, Bro., 51; Nathll., 43. See, also, Patten. Payne, Nathaniel, 271. See, also, Pain, etc. Payson, Thomas, 77, 82. See, also, Pason. Peabody, Joseph, 49. Peach, Lewis, 400. Peak, Bro., 287, 299. Pearce, David, Jr., 363. See, also, Peine, Pearle, Stephen, 260. Pearson, Bro., 12,23, 386; T., 387; Thomas, 26, 28, 43, 62, 63, 398, 401, 407 ; William, 43. Pease, Simon, 467. Peasley, Robt., 3, 398. Peck, Bro., 270, 440; John, 443, 444; Mr., 440; Samuel, 447. Pecker, Bro., 23; James, 32, 48, 407. Peiroe, Abiel, 270;' Bro., 265, 266, 267; Nathll., 43, 259, 260, 261, 262, 264, 266, 266, 274; John, 277. See, also, Pearce, Pierce. Peirpoiut, Bro., 270. See, also, Pierpoint, etc. Pelham, Bro., 22, 23, 60, 71,1386, 380, 890, 891; 0., 12, 13, 17, 18, 388, 406; Charles, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 19, 26, 29, 32, 34, 35, 38, 39, 42, 49, 64, 56, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67, 68, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74, 82, 392, 396, 397, 399, 401; P., 385, 886; Peter, 9, 10, 11, 887, 389, 390, 399, 401; Peter, Jr., 399. Pelhama, Charles, 69. PeU, John, 77. Pemberton, B., 406; Benja., 60,' 398; Saml., 3, 398. Perohard, Danl., 899. Perkins, 86; Bro., 79; James, 276, 476; John, 82, 88, 93, 122, 166, 182, 418, 424; Lee, 423; Samuel, 113, 122, 419; William, 69, 74; Wm. L., 66; William Lee, 72, 82, 88, 91, 93, 187, 147, 159, 173, 407, 418, 421; Wm. Lee, Jr.(?),407. Perry, William, 160, 206, 429. Phelps, Bro., 308; Davenport, 353; Wins- low, 272. PhLlpps, Bro., 391; Caleb, 387; Erasmus Jas., 7, 398. Phillip, B., 406. Phil- lips, Andrew, 119, 122; Andrew Fan, 228; Bro., 389, 390; C, 386; Caleb, 9, 76, 399,401; George, 98, 99; John, 21, 400, 402,447; Thos., 137, 398, 401, 421; Wm., 60. Piemont, Bro., 268, 271, 308, 421; J., 419; John, 100, 113, 119, 122, 128, 137, 147, 169, 234, 286,265, 268,271,272, 284,421. Pierce, Bro., 267; N., 270; Nath., 268, 463. See, also, Pearce, Peirce. Pierpoint, Jona., 426. Pierpont, Jona- than, 204. See, also, Peirpoint. Pinkham, Paul, 204; Bilvanus, 219. Pitcher, Moses, 76, 82, 85, 88, 147, 169, 417, 418. Pitt, John, 426. Pitts, James, 431 ; John, 423. Plaister, Daniel, 399. Pollens, Bro., 64. Pollin, Thos., 466. Pollock, Mos., 270. Pool, Bitch, 122, 169,407. Porter, Bro., 308, 331, 334, 352, 366; E., 352; Elisha, 332, 349, 862, 360, 361, 366, 367, 379, 383; John, 262; Thomas, 313. Portter, Bro.,406. Potter, Edward, 123, 447 ; Simeon, 400. Pourie, Monsr., 93. Pourier, Mr., 418. Powers, Bro., 299. Poynton, Bro., 23. Pratt, William, 117. Preble, Jedidiah, 166. See, also, Prible, etc. Prentice, Bro., 308, 309; James, 261,311, 312, 316; Miles, 228. Prenties, Bro., 228; Miles, 228. Prentiss, Henry, 363 ; James, 812, 318, 323, 324. Prescott, John, 272; Jona., 400; Peter, 387, 398. Prible, Bro., 407. Pribble, Bro., 308. See, also, Preble. Price, Arthur, 466; Bro., 5, 15, 18, 19, 21, 28, 24, 25, 34, 36, 37, 40, 82, 126, 131, 133, 149, 164, 166, 168, 170, 177, 385, 389, 390, 391, 417, 418, 421, 425, 428; Charles, 69, 72, 398; Ezh., 19; Bzekiel, 20, 26, 28, 29, 31, 35, 43, 50, 61, 66, 64, 66, 69, 72, 74, 85, 122, 180, 406, 424; H., 10, 12, 13, 16, 16, 386, 390, 406,419, 423, 424; Henry, 1, 2, 7, 9, 11, 16, 19, 25, 26, 28, 29, 31, 32, 34, 35, 36, 37, 39, 41, 42, 43, 44, 46, 46, 47, 48, 49, 60, 61, 62, 63, 65, 56, 57, 68, 63, 64, 66, 66, 67, 74, 76, 78, 79, 80, 81, 82, 86, 86, 87, 89, 91, 92, 93, 103, 108, 113, 126, 126, 514 Proceedings ix Masonry, 1733-92. 127, 128, 129, 130, 1.32, 133, 134, 135, 137, ' 147, 150,159,160, 173,176,177, 178, 17ft, 181, 1S7, 194, I'JS, 201, 204, 206, 21 1, 3S7, 393,398, 401,402, 403,406,407, 410,413, 414, 416, 417, 418, 419, 420, 421, 423, 424, ' 426, 426, 429, 432, 433; Mr., 4, 5, 7, 417, 432. See, also, Pryce. Prince, Bro., 181, 193, 202, 217, 308, 430. Caiit., SS; ChriBtopher, 49, 119, 122, 147, 159, 180, 220, 406, 423; Job, 119, 122, 12S. 145, 147, 169, 176, 177, ISO, 181, 1S2, 183, 191,192, 199,201, 205,206, 207,210, 216, 218, 224, 225, 381, 406, 414, 421, 422, 423, 424, 425, 426, 429, 430; Saml., 363; Thomas, 220, 279. Pringle, John, 399. Procter, Bro., 233, 251, 265, 2i)7, 271, 278, 2S4, 2^7; Edward, 232, 236, 245, 247, 251. 252, 255, 256, 257, 2-59, 260, 264, 265, 266, 267, 269, 271, 272, 273, 274, 276, 277, 278, 280, 281, 283, 286, 290; Jeremiah, 283; JohB, 270, 279. Proctor, Bro., 240, 299, ?o7 ; E., .Ir., 308; Edward, 123, 226, 229, 2.!5, 237, 240, 244, 245, 297, 299, 306, 463. Propert, Bro., 424 ; David, 1 82. Prosser, John, 60. Pryce, Thomas Morris, 147, 159. See, also. Price, Pue, Bro., 23, 478; JoDathaii, 9, 26, 387, 399,401. Pulcifer, Freeman, 262. Puloipher, Bro., 287; F., 268, 269. Pvdling, Bro., 266, 266, 37y;\John, 123, 253, 261, 264, 265. 266, 271, 272, 273; Eichd., 447. Purdie, Hugh, 401, 402. Putnam, .\mos, 268, 274; Andw., 268, Bro., 274; Enoch., 238, 274, 296; Jeesee, 258. Q,uan, John, 398. Quann, John, 3. Quartermas, Bro., oOs, Quincey, Edmund, Jr., 206. Quincy, Bro., 82, 94, 98; Bro., Jr., 419; E., 83, 92, 94; Edmund, 57, 68, 64, 65, 66, 68,69, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74, 75, 78, 79, 80, 8], 82, 83, 84, 85, 86, ST, 88, 89, 90, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 100, 101, 103, 104, 167, 400, 402, 429; Edmund, Jr., 98, 99, 108, 176, 417, 418, 419, 423; Edmund, 3d, 79, 85, 91, 93; Josiah, Jr., 430; Samuel, 56, 64, 66, 69, 72, 74, 80, 93, 122, 363, 401, 402, 418. Quinsey, Edwd., 406; S., 406. Bae, John, 400,401. See, also, iffo. Huston, Amos, 315. Ramsay, Andw., 400, 401; Archd., 398; Mr., 88. Hand, Isaac, 228; John, 279, 313: Robt., 399. Eea, Bro., 479; John, 256, 479. Sec, also, Kae. Redwood, Jonas L., 467. Eeed, Bro., 402; J., 270. Eeiinsdorf, William Charles Henry, 196. Reller, Abraham, 399. Renolds, Thos., 398. Reveir, Paul, 322, 323; Revere, Bro., 231, 233, 235, 237, 238, 247, 248, 255, 263, 267, 268, 269, 271, 279, 284, 298, 299, 307, 309, 310, 312, 316, 317, 319, 332, 333, 336, S38, 342, 343, 345, 348, 351, 353, 366, 361, 362, 363, 364, 365, 366, 368, 369, 874, 375, 376, 378, 379, 380, 381, 382, 438, 460; P., 341; P., Jr., 334; Paul, 123, 223, 225, 226, 227, 230, 231, 232, 233, 234, 235, 236, 237, 239, 240, 241, 242, 243, 244, 245, 246, ■'47, 248, 249, 250, 251, 2.52, 253, 255, 258, 2.59, 261, 262, 263, 264, 267, 268, 269, 274, 277 278,280,281,282, 284, 286, 286, 287, 289, 290, 291, 292, 293, 294, 296, 296, 297, 298, 299, 300, 301, 303, 304, 305, 306, 308, 309, 310, 311, 312, 313, 314, 316, 316, 317, 319, 320, 321, 324, 325, 326, 328, 329, 336, 338, 339, 340, 343, 347, 348, 360, 351, 363, 360, 361, 364, 365, 366, 367, 369, 374, 376, 377, 378, 379, 380, 381, 383, 438, 447, 448, 450, 459, 460, 461, 463; Paul, Jr., 378. Reves, Ishmael, 276. Revis, John, 8, 40. Rhodes, Henrj-, 82, 85; Samuel, 399; Will- iam, 49, 63, 147, 159. See, also, Roades, Rice, John, 122, 418. Richards, Bro., 328, 334, 335, 342; G., 332, 334,339,341; Geo., 328,329, 331, 334, 335, 337, 338, 340, 341, 342; Willm., 467. Richardson, Mr., 15; Peter,117; Richard, 117; Wm., 467. Richmond, Barzilla, 468. Rickett, Bro., 279. Rickman, John, 399. Ridings, John, 227. Right, John, 399. Rind, Thos., 399. Roades, J. W., 279. Roads, Bro., SO; H., 406. See, also, Rhodes. Robb, T., 308; Wm., 393, 394. Robert, William, 64. Roberts, Bro., 206, 217, 423, 424, 426, 429, 431, 432; Peter, 137, 147, 159, 173, 176, 180, 182, 187, 191, 194, 201, 206, 206, 207, 216, 217, 218, 415, 421, 422, 423, 424, 426, 429, 430. Robertson, Bro., 394; Patrick, 393, 394, 398. Robinson, Josiah, 171; Thos., 467. Roby, Josph., 203. RocheU, Bro., 22. Rockwell, Bro., 188; Samuel, 60. Bodbum, Roger, 393. Rodgers, Robert, 377. See, also, Rogers. Rodman, Thos., 467. Roffee, John, 466. Rogers, Bro., 22, 270; Jno. Gorham, 363; Nathaniel, 82; Robert, 82. See, also, Rodgers. Bomeyn, Theodrick, 99. Bomney, Bro., 137. Romny, Bro., 421. Rook, George, 402. . Rooke, G., 2 ; Geo. , 2. Ross, Bro., 23; Alexander, 165, 166, 168, i 401, 476; John, 166; Mrs., 166; William, 400. i Botch, Mr., 428. Boailstone, Bro., 278; Geo., 286. Bow, Bro.,21, 83, 84,386,386, 389; John, 21, 22, 23, 68, 69, 83, 84, 95, 96, 139, 387, 406. Bowe, Bro., 10, 13, 16, 17, 19, 28, 47, 100, 103, 111, 131, 138, 141, 142, 144, 150, 192, 193, 263, 299, 426, 479; J., 13, 16, 417,418; John, 9, 11,12, 14,15,16,18,19,26,26,27, 28, 29, 31, 32, 33, 34, 36, 38, 41, 42, 43, 44, 46, 46, 47, 48, 49, 80, 61, 62, 53, 66, 67, 68, 61, 62, 64, 65, 66, 68, 72, 74, 82, 83, 85, 87, 89, 90, 92, 93, 94, 95, 99, 100, 101, 102, 104, 111, 113, 115, 119, 122, 123, 124, 128, 130, 131, 133, 137, 138, 140, 141, 142, 143, 144, 147, 150, 151, 159, 164, 166, 167, 168, 170, 171, 173, 176, 179, 181, 184, 186, 187. 188, 191, 194, 196, 196, }98, 199, 204, 206, 210, , 211, 217, 220, 253, 263, 397, 399, 401, 405, I 407, 409, 414, 416, 417, 422, 438, 461, 462, 1 479; John, Mrs. ,461; Mr., 114, 461; Mrs., 1 220, 461, 462. Index of Names op Persons. 515 Buggies, Bro., 270, 364; Capt., 269; G., 386; George, 399; Jos., 311; Robert, 271. Eumney, Bro., 299. Burareal, Ebenezor, 466. Kumriel, Bro., 344. Bundell, Joseph, 401. Bush, Jona., 400. Eussel, Bro., 80, 94, 104 ; Joseph, 68, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74, 76, 76, 80, 81, 82, 83, 86, 87, 92, 96, 100, 103, 124. EusseU, Benja., 378; Bro., 191, 202, 203, 239, 287, 299, 417, 419', 421, 423, 426, 429; Jas., 406; Jeremiah, 200,202; John, 419; Joseph, 69, 78, 80, 85, 86, 87, 99, 112, 113, 115, 119, 122, 126, 127, 128, 130, 137, 169, 161, 173, 176, 180, 182, 187, 191, 196, 200, 206, 207, 210, 217, 218, 414, 417, 418, 419, 421, 422, 423, 424, 425, 429, 430, 431, 432, 467; Mr., 419,480; Tho., 270. Bust, Bro., 299, 308; Franc, 279; WalUs, 277. Sage, Bro., 98, 99; Comfort, 98, 99. Saint, John, 398. St. Clair, Bro., 401. St. Madar, Bro., 318, 321, 322. St. Medar, Bro., 323,326; P., 324; Petrte, 316. St. Medard, Bro., 313, 814, 334; P., 324, 326. St. Medaws, Bro., 460; P., 460. St. Paul, Peter PhlU. Chas., 400. St. Prea, B., 288; Bro., 289; D.,290; Mart D., 279. St. Preay, Bro., 284. St. Prey, M.D., 291. Salmon, John, 400. Salter, Bro., 429, 430; John, 74; Richard, 88, 113, 124, 128, 147, 159, 199, 201, 204, 205, 206, 207, 210, 217, 218, 221, 222, 224, 406, 414, 418, 419, 421, 423, 425, 426, 429, 430, 431. Saman, Bro.,287. Bee, a\ao, Sarman. Sampre, Bro., 289. Sargent, Daniel, Jr., 354, 363; Bpes, Jr., 228. See, also. Sergeant. Sarman, Bro., 279. Bee, slIbo, Saman. Savage, A., 68, 81, 92, 113, 127; Abraham, 60, 51, 58, 63, 66, 71, 72, 73, 74, 76, 77, 78, 79, 80, 82, 83, 84, 86, 86, 87, 90, 91, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 99, 100, 101, 103, 106, 108, 109, 110, 111, 112, 113, 115, 116, 117, 119, 122, 124, 125, 126, 128, 1.30, 131, 136, 137, 138, 139, 140, 141, 142, 143, 144, 146, 147, 169, 161, 162, 163, 164, 169, 170, 173, 175, 176, 177, 179, 180, 181, 182, 183, 187, 189, 190, 191, 192, 193, 194, 195, 197, 198, 199, 200, 201, 204, 205, 206, 207, 210, 211, 216, 217, 218, 406, 414, 418, 419, 421, 422, 423, 424, 425, 426, 429, 430, 431; Bro., 94, 98, 104, 114, 127, 128, 141, 148, 166, 176, 181, 183, 184, 190, 193, 217, 218, 417, 418, 419, 420, 421, 423, 424, 425, 429, 430. Sawyer, Phenias, 272. Saxton, Bro., 287. Sohollay, William, 223. Scollay, Bro., 225, 297, 307, 308, 309, 319, 321, 328, 329, 331, 332, 333, 334, 338, 339, 341, 342, 349, 351, 352, 363, 354, 355, 356, 361, 362, 363, 365, 366, 368, 369, 374, 375, 376, 378, 380, 381, 382; John, 431; W., 312, 317, 319, 325, 351, 352, 354, 356, 357, 366, 367, 368 : WiUiam, 225, 294, 295, 296, 298, 300, 301, 304, 305, 306, 307, 310, 314, 316, 318,319, 320, 324, 325, 326, 327, 329, 331, 334, 336, 340,342, 347,349, 3.50, 351, 352, 353,354, 356, 358, 359, 361, 362, 364, 365, 366, 367, 374, 376, 377, 380, 381, 383, 460. Soot, Andrew, 393; Capt., 407; Jos., 407; ittajor, 407; Robert, 393. Soott, Andw., 398; Edwd., 467; Hugh, 398; Joseph, 28, 43, 49, 467. Selby, John, 205, 206. See, also, SUby. Selkrig, James, 119, 122, 199, 206, 207; 210, 416. Selkrigg, James, 147, 169, 182, 424, 429, 430. SeUdrigg(?), James, 425. Sellkrigg, Bro., 429. Sergeant, Bro., 431. See, also, Sargent. Seward, James, 123, 447. Sewards, John, 239, 243. Sewell, Dummer, 77 ; Henry, 283. Shannon, John, 399. Shattuck, Bro., 270. Shaw, B., 308; Benja., 279; Bro., 61; F., 308; Francis, 233, 234, 236, 285, 291; Francis, Jr., 287; Mr., 219; William, 223, 224, 225, 381. Shays, Daniel, 344. Shea, John, 240. Shed, Joseph, Jr., 308. Shepard, J., 85. Sheppard, Capt., 123; James, 119, 122, 159, 173; William, 119, 122. Sherburne, Joseph, 400; Henry, 326. Sheriff, J., 398. See, also, Sherriff. Sherman, John, 209. Sherriff, Lt., 88. See, also, Sheriff. Shiuuetts, Geo., 348. Shirley, W., 390; William, 390. Shirly, Governour, 389. Shoreland, Peter, 49. Showers, Jona, 77. Sigourney, Bro., 268; Charles, 220; Blisha, 461. Silby, Bro., 429; John, 426. See, also, Selby. SiLsby, Mr., 263, 300. Silvere, Bro., 234. See DeSilver, etc. Simpson, Bro.,«8; H., 406; Henry, 173, 262, 258, 262, 270, 279, 418; John, 28, 117. Siot(?), Capt., 427. Skee, Bro., 426. Skey, William Stephen, 200. Skillings, Nehemiah, 123. Slaughter, Moses, 398. Slooum, Hulda, 424; Hulda [Holder], 180. Slope [rl, Ambrose, 447. Small, Richard, 169. Smelligge, Mr., 449. Smiuk, Peter, 346, 376, 377, 381. Smith, Ab., 468; Alexander, 122; Bro., 287, 308, 322, 421, 423, 424, 426; Dr., 435; Edwd., 160, 176; Edwd. Tirrel, 191; Henry, 185; J. B., 344; Jacob, 377; Jas., 456; James Moor, 402; John, 398; .Joseph, 398; Moses, 271; Noah, 322; Paschal Nelson, 128, 137, 182, 421; Richd., 399; Eobt., 398; Samuel, 316; Simon, 468; Stephen, 261, 447; Thos., 399; William, 243, 284, 434, 436, 467. See, also, Smythe. Smithers, Benja., 400. Smithson, Bro., 386; Henry, 399. Smithurst, Joseph, 399. Smythe, J., 2; Jas. Moor, 2. See, also. Smith. SneUing, Bro., 238, 239, 248; Jonathan, 217, 227, 229, 230, 231, 234, 235, 236, 237, 238, 239, 243, 244, 246, 247, 248, 249, 252, 263, 430, 431, 447, 448, 449, 455. Snell- ings, Jona., 450. Suoden, Bro., 270. Snow, Bro., 342, 343, 351, 352, 364, 366, 359, 361; I., 334,341; Isaac, 335,340, 341, 349, 351, 362, 363, 354, 356, 367, 361. 51fi Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. Solly, Samuel, W. Sowle, Henry, 467. Speajght, Kichd., 275. Spear, Capt.,100. Speirin, J. O., 78. See, aleo, Sperin. Spenoer, Archd., 399; Bro., 407; Samnel, 151. Sperin. Bro., 79; J. G., 80. See, also, Speirin. Spooner, Bro., 79, 426; George, 137, 147, 159, 180, 196, 421, 422, 424; WiUiam, 82, 187, 194. Sprague, John, 262; John, Jr., 4o9. SprO'wl, Jamee, 399. Staoey, John, 268. Stalker, Joseph, 91, Stanbridge, Henry, 447. Stanford, Aaron, 276. Stansbury, Benja., 400. Stanton, John, 271. Starkey, Bro., 27, 386; \Villiain, 399. Starkweather, Bro., 332, 340. Starr, Jehosaphat, 30. Stavers, Bro., 140, 141, 143, 423; Barthow., 173. Stelle, Isaac, 467 ; Thos. Gordon, 466. Stephens, John, 38. See, also, :>lerens. Stephenson, Bro., 421. See, also, Steven- son. Sterne, Thomas, iH. Stevens, John, 43, 52; Simon, 77. See, also, Stephens. Stevenson, Bro., 385, 386; J., 385; James, 387, 39S, 401; John, 128; Thomas, 447, 449; \\'illiam, 119, 122. See, also, *(^- phensoti. Stewart, James, 401, 4.i2; John, 230, 231, 233, 468; William, 242. See, also, Stuart. StiUman, Bro., 299; George, 265, 286, 288, 297, 298. Stimpson, Mr., 162. Stockton, Richard, 99. Stoddard, Asa, 123, 232, 236,244; Benja., 400, 402; Bro., 28, 344; Jno., 319; Jonathan, 318, 323. Stodder, Asa, 247, 249, 252, 263, 265, 256, 261, 269; Jonathan, 270, 311, 312, 314, 316, 319, 326, 459,460. Stoder, Asa, 279; Bro., 287; Jona., 279. Stodsworth, Edwd., 242. Stone, 477, 479; Benjamin, 188; Bro., 65, 83, 242, 334, 388, 406; Edward, 447; Hannah, 242; J., 387; Eohert, 43, 50, 122; Saml., 398, 400. Stow, William, 26, 28, 34, 35, 37, 38, 43, 50. Street, Elnathan, 171. Stuart, lames, 463. See, also, Stewart. Sumner,l!Bro., 237; Job, 261; Samnel, 123, 234. Sunderland, John, 60. Surrey, Hugh, 399. Svere, Bartho., 400. Swan, Bro., 270, 284, 287, 362, 381, 386, 386; Caleb, 225, 313, 326, 380, 382; Ebenr., 387, 398;Uames, 261,284, 285,286, 288; Samuel, 349, 361 ; Thos., 401. Sw^anton, Boht., 386. Sweeny, Bro.,;79; Roscow, 400. Sweeting, Job, 468. Swift, Bro., 23, 269, 308; John, 262, 279- Samuel, 21, 26, 28, 32, 38, 42, 64, lOO, 122 137, 145, 147, 169, 176, 187, 206, 407, 418. 421, 423, 424, 429. Sybrandt, Sovereign, 99. Sylvester, Richard, 169. Syme, Andrew, 395, Symes, John, 291. Symmes, Bro., 266, 267, 290, 309, 316, 339; J., 333; John, 123, 233, 246, 247, 248, 250, 262, 253, 254, 255, 257, 268, 261, 262, 283, 264, 266, 268, 269, 271, 272, 273, 274, 275, 276, 277, 280, 281, 282, 283, 284, 286, 286, 287, 289, 290, 2ti2, 293, 294, 295, 296, 297, 298, 299, 300, 301, 304, 305, 306, 308, 309, 310, 312, 463. Tabbs, James Carrel, 398. Tabor, Philip, 447. Tait, Alexr., 395. Tanner, John, 399. Tassy, Bro., 344. Tate, Adam, 60; Walter, 60. Taylor, N., 406; WiUiam, 49, 85, 119, 122, 159; Winslow, 128, 137, 145, 147, 159, 421, 422. Telfler, John, 393, 394. Templeman, Bro., 308. Thatcher, Elleha, 252, 253. Thaxter, tfamuel, 159. Thomas, 246; Alexander, 258, 261, 269, 278, 279, 281, 283, 284, 306, 314, 459 ; Bro., 268; E., 286; Elias, 270. Thomlinson, Bro., 471 ; Robert, 394, 470. See, also, Tomlinson. Thompson, Ebenr., 467; James. 63, 66, 70, 71, 74, 81, 84, S5, 88, 91, 231, 400; John, 70; William, 50, 432. Thom- son, John, 393. See, also, Tompson, Thornley, Thos., 458. Thwing, N.lth., 295, 296, 298. See, also, Ttoing. Tiler, John, 272. See, also, TyUr. Tileston, Jams., 252. TUey, John, 415. Tillinghast, Danl., 467. Titcomb, Moses, 160. Tod, Richard, 440, 452. Todd, Bro., 161, 162; Daniel, 161; Wm., 376. Tomkins, Peter, 398. Tomlinson, Bro., 402; Mr., 6, 7; Robert, 5, 6, S, 393, 398, 401, 407. See, also, Thomlinson. Tompson, Jas., 402. Tomson, Jas., 406; Wm., 406. See, also, Thompson, Torrey, Benja., 128,421; Bro., 299; Sam- uel, 182, 424; William, 43, 50, 51, 56, 63, 70. Torry, Bro., 79; William, 66, 74, 406. Toumer, James, 101, 440. See, also. Tur- ner. Townley, Bro., 63. Townsend, Barnard, 400; Bro., 270, 308; Solo., 466, 468. Toy, William, 399. Traoey, Pat., 399. Tracy, Bro., 308, 385. Trail, Bro., 476. Tran, Alexr., 398. TreadweU, Wm., 262. Tree, Francis, 447. Trloher, Wm., 406. Trolet, Michael, 43, 50. Trolett, Michael, 38, 91. Trowbridge, Edmnnd, 121 ; Judge, 420. Truan, Bro., 313, 314; William, 311, 315. See, also, Truen, etc.; Tryan, etc. Trubear. Giles, 188. Truen, Bro., 312, 316, 317, 319. Truene, Bro., 290. Truenne, Bro., 291. See, also, Truan ; Tryan, etc. Trulel, Mlckl., 406. Trumbull, Joseph, 272. Tryan, Doct., 309. Tryann, Wm., 315. See, also, Truan; Truen, etc. Index of Names of Peesons. 517 •rucke, J., 406. Tucker, Andrew, 67;lBro., 246, 262, 263; John, 398; Natl.,".233, 234,'236, 242, 264, 266. Tuckerman, Abraham, 123; Bro., 269, 287,299; Edwd., 261. Tuffts, Jno., 280. Tufts, Bro., 23; Simon, 401. Tupper, Benja., 277, 324, 326,326; Collo., 331. . Turner, James, 105; Lewis, 28, 122, 146, 147, 169, 399, 401, 477; Mr., 178; Phillip, 91, 327 ; William, 180, 182, 187, 191, 424. See, also, Toumer. Turton, Joseph, 401, 402. TutMl, Bro., 386. Tuthill, Edward, 399 ; Jacob, 400. Tweedy, Willm., 466. Twine, Bro., 299. See, also, Thwing. Tyler, Bro., 19,229, 239, 269, 429; John, 60, 128, 278, 280, 282, 447; John S., 360; John Steel, 204, 426; Joseph, 43, 46, 49, 91, 123, 228, 230, 231, 233, 234, 235, 236, 237, 239, 244, 246, 247, 250, 261, 262, 263, 257, 407, 447, 449; Noe, 398; Samuel, 171; William, 20, 26, 29, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 37, 39, 41, 43, 205, 206, 238, 240, 401, 402, 426. See, also. Tiler. Tyng, Bro., 418 ; William, 82, 85, 91, 93, 94, 95, 97, 103, 109, 110, 119, 122, 166, 168, 210,418,419,429. Tynge, Bro., 80. TTnderdown, Jas., 399. TJran, Thos., 238. TJrann, Bro., 238, 246, 248, 264, 299, 316, 417 ; Thomas, 123, 226, 227, 228, 229, 230, 231, 232, 233, 234, 235, 237, 239, 240, 242, 243, 244, 246, 246, 247, 248, 249, 260, 261, 262, 253, 254, 256, 266, 267, 268, 269, 260, 261, 263, 264, 266, 266, 267, 268, 269, 271, 272, 273, 274, 275, 276, 277, 278, 279, 280, 281, 282, 283, 284, 286, 286, 287, 289, 290, 291, 292, 293, 294, 296, 296, 297, 298, 299, 300, 301, 304, 306, 306, 308, 309, 310, 406, 417, 430, 416, 463. TJrrann, Thomas, 227. Vandelure, Giles, 398. Vanhartburger, John, 399. Vardy, Bro., 17, 385, 386; Luke, 14, 387, 398, 401, 472, 478. Vamon, Fortesque, 407. See, also, Ver- non. Vassell, Lewis, 399, 407. Vaugelade, Bro., 287. Vaughan, Narias, 399. Vavasour, Thos., 400. Vazeilhs, Nicholas, 415. Vernon, Bro., 386; Fortesque, 43, 122; Thos., 466; William, 122, 147, 169. See, also, Yarnon. Vickers, John, 77. Vila, 346, 347, 363; James, 363; Mr., 376. Vreden, Bro., 103; John, 103. Waddell, John, 3, 398. ■Wade, Nathl., 276. Waghorn, Bro., 471, 472; John, 398, 401; Mr., 471. ■Waghorne, Bro., 386, 886. "Walcot, Benjamin, 416. "Walker, Bro., 60; Isaac, 238; Mary, 32; Thos., 398, 401; William, 398. Wallace, James, 231. See, also, WallU. Wallack, Bro., 279, 299, 308. See, also, Wallock. Walley, Bro., 104, 112, 418, 419, 420, 421 ; T., 92, 113, 406; Thomas, 66, 69, 70, 71, 72, 74, 76, 78, 80, 82, 85, 87, 93, 94, 96, 99, 100, 101, 103, 108, 109, 112, 113, 115, 119, 122, 124, 127, 128, 137, 146, 159, 180, 417, 419, 421, 422, 424. See, also, Wally, Whalley. Wallis, Bro., 12; George, 32; John, 234; Linoy, 399. See, also, Wallace. Wallock, Bro., 287. See, also, ITaHoc*. Wally, Thos., 419. See, also, Walley, Whalley, Walsh, John, 60; Michael, 60. Walter, Mr., 167, 162, 422; William, 160. Wanton, Jos., 467; Jos. G., 467; Josh., Jr., 466; Wm., 467. Ward, Bilious, 188, 189; Gen.,431;'Henry, 467; Lord, 6, 7, 8, 387; Macock, 171; Samuel, 271, 272; Thos., 469; Timothy, 188. Wardrop, Alexr., 393. Warner, Bro., 52; Samuel, 64, 141. Warren, Bro., 269, 270, 283, 297, 298, 299, 304, 305, 308, 309, 310, 338, 338, 341, 386, 361,381, 425,426,428,431,438, 466, 459; Dr., 299, 426, 428, 430; J., 341; John. 223, 261, 279, 294, 295, 296, 297, 299, 300, 301, 303, 804, 306, 306, 307, 308, 309, 310, 312, 313, 314, 316, 316, 317, 319, 321, 322, 323, 324, 329, 330, 332, 337, 340, 341, 343, 344, 345, 346, 847, 348, 349, 350, 354, 356, 361, 366, 386, 368, 372, 380, 381, 383, 438, 488, 467; Joseph, 101, 102, 106, 120, 123, 204, 226, 227, 228, 229, 230, 231, 232, 234, 238, 237, 238, 239, 241, 243, 244, 245, 246, 247, 248, 249, 260, 261, 262, 263, 254, 266, 256, 287, 302, 303, 371, 436, 437, 447, 450, 454, 455, 466, 462. Warters, Bro., 308. See, also. Waters, Waiters . Washington, George, 284, 431, 434. Waterhous, Eber., 188. Waterhouse, Bbenezer, 188; Samuel, 387, 396, 399, 401. I Waterman, 431. Waters, Bro., 328; J., 299; Josiah, 232, 312, 316, 327, 329, 349, 360, 356, 367, 358, 361; Josiah, Jr., 299,316, 317, 326. See, also, Warters, Waiters^ Watson, John, 14. Watt, Alexander, 159. Watters, J., 270; Josiah, 252, 262, 311. See, also, Warters, Waters. Watt[s|, Bellingham, 447. Waungee, Bro., 308. Webb, Bro., 248, 261, 254, 279, 309, 336, 338, 431 ; J., 298, 333, 339,435, 459; Jere- miah, 123, 233; John, 66; Joseph, 68, 64, 66, 69, 70, 74, 113, 120, 123, 137, 147, 169, 173, 180, 226, 227, 228, 229, 280, 231, 232, 233, 234, 238, 236, 237, 238, 239, 241, 242, 248, 244, 248, 246, 247, 248, 249, 250, 282, 263, 254, 256, 257, 258, 259, 260, 261, 262, 263, 264,. 265, 266, 267, 268, 269, 271, 272, 273, 274, 276, 276, 277, 278, 279, 280, 281, 282, 283, 284, 285, 286, 287, 289, 290, 291, 295, 296, 297, 298, 299, 300, 301, 304, 305, 308, 307, 308, 309, 310, 312, 318, 319, 320, 321, 322, 823, 324, 325, 326, 327, 328, 329, 331, 332, 334, 386, 337, 342, 372, 406, 419, 421, 423, 432, 434, 436, 438, 466, 462, 465; Joseph, Jr., 443, 444, 446; Mrs., 343; Ne- hemiah, 123; Samuel, 123, 232. Webber, Bro., 270, 287, 334; Joseph, 279, .308,325. Webster, John, 171, 399; Thomas, 447. Welch, Bro., 269, 426; Dr., 270; Francis, 99, 113, 119, 122, 128, 146, 147, 159, 194, 419, 421; Jon., 407. See, also, Welsh. Well, Henry, 447; T., 407. WeUs, Francis, 28, 401; Henry, 88; Jos., 279; Samuel, 26, 400; Thomas, 234. 518 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. Welsh, Bio., 308, '324, 355; Francis, 421; John, 308, 315, 826, 328; J., Jr., 318; John, Jr., 312, 316, 317, 319, 320, 321, 365; Thomas, 312. See, also, Welch. ■Welshmail, Bro., 429; William, 204, 206, 426. "Wendell, John Hunt, 122. Wesson, Bro., 54; William, 398. West, Patrick, 77. Weston, Elip., 253. "Wethred, Bro., 476; Henry, 42, 50; Sam- uel, 42. See, also. Withered^ Wiihred. ■Whalley, Thos. , 79, 83. See, also, Walley, Wally. Wharton, Bro., 79; John, 82, 85, 113, 122, 419. Whatley, Bro., 442; Robert, 123. Wheelwright, Bro., 79, 417, 418, 419, 423, i-li, 425; J., 406, 418; Jery(?), 423; Job, 74, so, 85, 88, 91, 92, 93, 95, 96, 97, 99, 100, 101, 103, 109, 112, 115, 119, 122, 139, 147,159,164,170,173, 176, 181, 182, 184, 191, 194, 199, 204, 206, 207, 210, 217, 262, 415, 417, 423, 425, 426, 429, 430, 431; Joseph, 91, 119, 122; N., 407; Nathl., 88. ■Whipple, Bro., 305, 307, 308, 317, 322, 342, 346, 350; Joseph, 306, 310, 312, 315, 316, 318,319,326, 327, 460,468; Oliver, 282; Wm., 305. WTiite, B., 308; Benja., 261; Bro., 299; Francis, 49; James, 234; Joseph, 447; Mr., 269; E., 401; Richd., 399. Whitefoord, John, 4o2. Whiting, Bro., 343, 344 ; Col., 421 ; Nathan, 60, 128; T., 344; Timothy, 343, 383; Timothy, Jr., 347, 348, :;49. Whitley, Wm., 227. Whitney,Charles,305; Daniel, 171; Jona., 272. Whittemore, Bro., 287: Jo., 279. WTlitten, John, 123, 258, 267, 276, 447. Whltwell, Saml., 299. Wiokham, Benj., 467; Chs., 467; Thos., 467;Thos., Jr., 467. AVilder, Gardner, 272; James, 271, 282; Levi, 271. WiUard, Aaron, 77; Barzil., 77; Levi, 85, 169; Prentice,' 315; Samnel, 271. Williams, Bro.^ 14, 18, 19, 23,64, 67, 71, 80, 82, 280, 299, 308. 334, 423, 425, 429; Elijah, 363; Geo.,-,"60;. Job, 77; John Fiske, 432; John Foster, 128, 169, 180, 223, 421, 424; Jona., 252, 253; Joseph, 60; R., 12, 13, 406; Robert, 10, 11, 20, 21, 22, 25, 26, 28, 29, 31, 33, 35, 42, 44, 45, 47, 49, 60, 52, 53, 56, 66, 57, 58, 69, 64, 65, 66, 67, 68, 69, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74, 75, 78, 79, 80, 81, 82, 83, 86, 119, 122, 147, 167, 176, 196, 199, 206, 207, 210, 262, 400, 401, 405, 415,429, 430; Robert, Jr., 122, 159; Wm., 77, 263, 262, 269. W^illiamson, Bro., 23, 308; CoUo., 58. Willis, Bro., 280, 348, 431 ; N., 279, 301, 316; Nathl., 308, 309, 316, 326, 340. See, also, Willys. W^iUiston, 34. W^iQson, George, 399, 406; James, 91; ( Jno., 272. W^illys, Bro., 287, 334; Nathaniel, 329, 331. See, also, Willis. Windship, Amos, 218, 222. See, also, irz>i«Aap, etc.; Wyndship,etc. Wingfleld, William, 123. Wi[n]gfield, William, 447. Winshap, Amos, 206. Winship, Amos, 261; Bro., 429; Dr., 270. See, also, Windship ; Wyndship, etc. Wlnslow, Bro., 334; Jno., 426; Jos., 426; Joshua, 48, 60; Saml., 399. Winthrop, John, 258, 262. Wissool, Bro., 287. Withered, H., 11, 12, 17, 18, 386; Henry, 387,399,401. See, also, Wethred, Wiih- red. W^ithington, 429. Withred, Bro., 23, 28, 30; Henry, 28; Samuel, 26, 29, 38. See, also, Wethred, Withered. Wolfe, Richd., 398. W^oodrop, Alexr., 399. Woods, John, 40O, 401. Woodward, Beza, 363. Woolvin, John, 58. Worater, David, 12. Wort, Bro., 267, 278, 295. Worth, Thomas, 203; William, 186. Wright, Dr., 269 ; John, 227. "Wyman, Epm., 271. Wyer, Joseph, 273, 274. Wyndship, Bro., 430. Wynship, Bro., 432. See, also, Windship; Winshap, Wynn, Bro., 80. Wynne, Bro., 79. Yates, Francis, 273, 274. Yeamans, John, 386. Yeats, Thos,, 4.J8. Young, Dr., 426, 4.30; John, 90, 398, 440, 446, 448; Matthew, 3, 398. INDEX OF LODGES AND LOCATIONS. [American] Union (Avmy), Roxbdrt, — 380. Amity, Beverly, — 277, 278, 281, 282, 283, 285, 289, 291, 292, 293, 294, 295, 298, 301, 305, 306, 307, 310, 313, 314, 317. 318, 319, 320, 221, 325, 326, 330, 349, 362. Annapolis, Annapolis, Md., — 9, 10, 11, 32, 36, 71, 73, 78, 79, 80, 81, 83, 84, 86, 92, 94, 96, 97, 103, 109, 110, 112. Annapolis-Royal, Annapolis-Rotal, Nova Scotia, — 7, 10, 24, 32, 36, 73, 109, 110, 112. Antigua, Antigua, West Indies, — 6, 36, 109, 110, 112, 396. Barbadoes, Barbadoes, West Indies, — 109, 111, 112. Berkshire, Stockbribse and Great Barbington, — 258, 260, 261, 263, 265, . 2«6, 267, 272, 274, 275, 276, 278, 281, 282, 283, 285, 289, 291, 292, 294, 296, 301, 306, 307, 310, 314, 317, 318, 319, 320, 321, 326, 326, 329, 330, 374, 382. Castle ■William (Army), Boston, —250. Charleston, Charleston, S.C, — 5, 36, 109, 110, 112, 396. Columbia, Norwich, Conn., — 327, 330, 345. [Compass], WALLiNGroBD, Conn., — 170, 171, 172, 188. CrO"WTi Point (Army), Lake Q-eorge or Crown Point, N.T., — 63, 66, 71, 73, 77, 79, 80, 81, 83, 84, 86, 91, 96, 97, 109, 111, 112. Dartmouth, Hanover, N.H., — 363, 374, 382. Duke of York (Army), Scotland,- 242, 243, 464, 466. Edinburgh, Scotland, — 394. Essex, Salem, — 271, 272, 276, 276, 278, 281, 282, 283, 285, 287, 288, 289, 291, 292, 294, 296, 301, 304, 305, 806, 307, 310, 313, 314, 317, 318, 319, 321, 325, 326, 330, 349, 366, 379, 380, 382. Eaithftil, Chablestown, N.H., — 347, 374, 382. Falmouth, Falmouth, now Portland, Me., — 79, 80, 81, 83, 84, 86, 92, 94, 96, 97, 98, 103, 109, HI, 112, 166, 166, 168. First, Boston, — 1, 3, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 24, 25, 27, 29, 31, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 51, 62, 53, 64, 55, 67, 68, 69, 64, 85, 66, 67, 68, 69, 70, 71, 72, 73, 76, 78, 80, 81, 82, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87, 88, 89, 92, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 100, 101, 103, 104, 109, 110, 111, 112, 113, 116, 116, 119, 120, 122, "-■ '-" 132, 135, 137, 159, 161, 163, 177, 179, 180, 193, 194, 195, 221, 222, 224, 403, 420, 446, 124, 125, 126, 127, 130, 131, 139, ift, 146, 147, 149, 168, 164, 170, 171, 173, 176, 176, 181, 182, 184, 190, 191, 192, 198, 199, 201, 206, 218, 220, 386, 393, 394, 396, 396, 897, 447, 448. Frederick, Farmington, Conn., — 345, 349, 351, 352, 353, 364, 366, 361, 364. Friendship (French), Boston, — 271, 272, 275, 276, 277, 278, 280, 281, 282, 283, 284, 286, 288, 289, 290, 291, 294, 295, 297, 298. Friendship, Williamstown, — 327, 330, 331, 332, 333, 337, 338, 340, 352, 361, 374, 382. Georgia Grand Lodge, — 368. Glasgow Kilwinning, Scotland,- 393. Grand Iiodge of Massachusetts, — 225, 882, 396, 433, 435, 436, 463, 464, 473. GuUford, GuiLTORD, Conn., — 188, 189. Halifax, Halifax, Nova Scotia, — 7, 10, 24, 32, 36, 73, 79, 80, 81, 83, 84, 86, 92, 94, 96, 97, 98, 103, 109, 110, 112. Hampshire (Ancient) , Northampton, — 314, 324, 325, 326, 330, 332, 333, 344, 346, 349, 362, 354, 361, 364, 366, 374, 378, 379, 382. Hampshire (Modern), — 71. Harmonic, Boston, — 376, 376, 377, 378, 380. [Harmony], Waterburt, Conn., — 97, 98, 103, 109, 111, 112. Henry Price's, London, England, —432, Hiram, New Haven, Conn., — 10, 12, 16, 32, 36, 71, 73, 79, 80, 81, 83, 84, 86, 92, 96, 97, 98, 103, 109, 111, 112, 128, 133, 188, 201, 202. King Hiram, Derby, Conn.,— 306, 306, 307, 309, 310, 311, 314, 317, 318, 319, 321, 325, 326, 829, 330. King Solomon's, Charlestown, — 309, 310, 313, 314, 316, 316, 317, 318, 319, 320, 321, 322, 824, 326, 326, 329, 331, 332, 333, 335, 386, 338, 339, 340, 341, 343, 346, 348, 349, 350, 361, 362, 354, 356, 358, 359, 361, .362, 368, 374, 376, 378, 380, 382, 469, 460. liake George (Army), Crown Point-, N.T., — 51, 60. Iiouisbourg (Army) , Nova Scotia, — 58, 59, 60, 73, 79, 80, 81, 83, 84, 86, 92. 96, 97, 98, 109, 111, 112, 447. 520 Proceedings in Masonry, 1733-92. Massachusetts 230, 23], 232, 239, 240, 241, 249, 250, 251, 276, 276, 278. 289, 291, 292; 300, 301, 304, 313, 314. 315, 324, 325, 326, 341, 346, 347, 356, 357, 358, 368, 374, 376, , Boston, — 200, 233, 234, 235, 236, 242, 243, 244, 246, 253, 265, 266, 257, 281, 282, 283, 286, 294, 295, 296, 297, 305, 306, 307, 310, 316, 317, 318, 319, 329, 330, 331, 333, 349, 350,351,352, 361, 362, 363, 364, 377, 378, 380, 382, 228, 229, 237, 238, 246, 248, 268, 272, 287, 288, 298,299, 311, 312, 321, 322, 339, 340, 364, .356, 365, 366, 459, 460. Massachusetts Grand Iiodge, — 222, 223, 224, 226, 226, 434, «6, 467, 468. Master's, Boston, 16, 18, 19, 20, 21, 31, 33, 35, 36, 37, 46, 46, 47, 48, 50, 69, 64, 65, 66, 61 78, 80, 81, 82, 83, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 110, 111, 112, 113, 126, 127, 130, 132, 149, 162, 156, 157, 173, 175, 176, 179, 196, 198, 199, 201, 397, 401, 403, 420, - 7, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 22, 24, 25, 26, 27, 29, 38, .39, 41, 42, 43, 44, 52, 53, 54, 56, 57, 58, , 68, 70, 71, 72, 73, 75, 84, 85, 86, 87, 92, 93, 100, 101, 103, 104, 109, 115, 119, 120, 122, 124, 136, 137, 139, 145, 147, 168, 169, 164, 170, 171, 180, 181,182, 183,192, 205, 218, 220, 222, 224, 446. Masters, Nbwtoet, R.I., — 62, 109, ill, 112, 141. Montgomery, Salisbury, Conn., — 326, 326, 329, 335, 336, 338, 339. New XjOndon, Nbw London, Conn., — 24, 26, 32, 34, 35, 36, +4, 71, '.i2, 94, 109, 111, 112. New York Grand Lodge, — 336. North Star, Manchester, Vt., — 322, 324, 326, 330, 333, 349, 350, 362, 374, 382. Norwich, Norwich, Conn., — 109, 110, 112. No. 2, Halifax, Nova Scotia, — 465. No. 7 (Army), Nbw York, —91. Wo. 40, Charleston, S.C, (Penn.),— 348. No. 58 (Army), England, —226, 227, 228, 234, 236, 454, 455, 457, 458. No. 75, London, England, — 432. No. 169 (Army), 238, 457, 458. No. 195 (Army), Ireland, — 91. No. 243 (Army), Ireland, — 266, 257. No. 322 (Army), Ireland, — 226, 227, 228, 454, 455. Pennsylvania Grand Iiodge, — 284, 286, 286, 305, 323, 324, 328, 344, 433, 435, 436. Perfect Union (French), Boston, — 290, 291, 292, 293, 294, 296, 296, 297, 298, 299, 300, 301, 304, 306, 307, 309, 310, 311, 312, 313, 314, 315, 316, 317, 318, 319, 321, 322, 323, 324, 325, 326, 330, 333, 335, 336, 337, 339, 459, 460. Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pa., — 4, 20, 36, 396. Philanthropic, MAiiBLEHBAD, — 67, 69, 73, 79, 80, 81, 83, 84, 86, 92, 94, 96, 97, 103, 109, 110, 112, 133, 144, 283, 446. Pitt County, Pitt County, N.C, — 95, 109, 111, 112, 116, 117, 127, 129. Poughkeepaie (?), Pouqhkeepsie (?), N.Y., — 300. Quebec, Qiiebec, P.Q., Canada, — 92, 94, 96, 98, 103, 109, 110, 112, 180, 447. Bising States, Boston, — 320, 321, 322, 324, 325, 326, 329, 331, 333, 334, 336, 338, 339, 340, 341, 343, 344, 348, 349, 360, 354, 356, 359, 360, ,161, 362, 364, 366, 366, 368, 372, 3.74, 376, 378, 380, 382, 469, 460. Bising Sun, Boston, — 195, 198, 197, 198, 199, 201, 205, 218, 221, 222. Bising Sun, Kbenb, N.H., — 315, 317, 318, 319, 321, 323, 324, 325, 326, 330, 333, 346, 350, 351, 352, 374, 375, 380, 382. St. Andrew's, Boston, — 71, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 111, 120, 121, 123, 200, 226, 227, 228, 229, 232, 233, 234, 236, 236, 237, 238, 239, 240, 241, 243, 244, 246, 246, 247, 248, 250, 251, 253, 255, 256, 257, 261, 263, 265, 266, 267, 268, 272, 273, 274, 275, 276, 278, 281, 282, 283, 284, 2S5, 287, 288, 289, 291, 292, 293, 294, 296, 296, ■-•97, 298, 300, 301, 302, 305, 306, 307, 310, 313, 314, 316, 317, 318, 319, 320, 342, 371, 372, 419, 420, 432, 438, 447, 454, 455, 457, 458, 461, 463, 464, 465. St. Christopher, St. Christopher, West Indies, — 109, 111, 112. St. John's Grand Lodge, — 3, 340, 342, 385, 380, 381, 410, 438, 455, 462, 470, 479. St. John's, Hartford, Conn., — 79, 80, 81, 83, 84, 86, 96, 97, 98, 103, 109, 111, 112. St. John's, MiDDLETOWN, Conn., — 30, 32, 34, 36, 39, 51, 71, 79, 80, 81, 83, 84, 86, 94, 95, 97, 98, 100, 103, 109, 111, 112.. St. John's, Nbwbukyport, — 109, 110, 112, 143, 148, 166, 158, 159, 2U0. St. John's, Newfoundland, — 9, 10, 32, 36, 92, 109, 110, 112. St. John's, Newport, E.I., — 9, 10, 11, 12, 15, 24, 32, 36, 37, 45, 54, 62, 71, 73, 76, 79, 80, 81, 83, 84, 86, 92, 94, 96, 97, 103, 109, 110, 112, 141, 406, 466, 469. St. John's (Ancient), Portsmouth, N.H., — 239, 240, 242, 243. St. John's (Modern), Portsmouth, N.H., — 4, 10, 15, 17, 20, 32, 36, 38, 39, 42, 43, 51, 52, 63, 73, 79, 80, 81, 83, 84, 86, 92 94, 96, 97, 103, 109, 110, 112, 140, 167, 447. St. John's, Princeton, N.J., — 99. St. John's, Providence, R.I., — 61, 71, 73, 79, 80, 81, 83, 84, 86, 92, 94, 96, 97, 103, 109, 111, 112, 133, 141, 142, 446, 447. St. Patrick's, Portsmouth, N.H., — 282, 283, 285, 289, 291, 292, 293, 294, 295, 296, 297, 298, 301, 305, 306, 307, 310, 311, 312, 313, 314, 317, 318, 319, 321, 323, 324, 326, 328, 329, 333, 336, 338, 339, 341, 343, 344, 348, 349, 350, 351, 352, 354, 366, 361. St. Paul's, Litchfield, Conn., — 291, 292, 294, 296, 301, 306, 307, 310, 314, 317, 318, 319, 321, 324, 326, 329, 330. St. Peter's, Newburyport, — 238, 240, 241, 242, 243, 244, 245, 246, 248, 250, 251, 253, L'55, 258, 2.i7, 259, 263, 265, 266, 267, 272, 275, 276, 278, 281, 282, 283, 286, 287, 288, 289, 291, 202, 294, 296, 301, 306, 307, 309, 310, 311, 312, 31.3, 314, 316, 317, 318, 319, 321, 3-24, 326, .329, 330, 349, 483. Salem, Salem, — 109, 110, 112, 143. Index or Lodges and Locations. 521 Second, Bostok, — 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 24, 25, 27, 28, 29, 31, 34, 35, 37, 39, 41, 42, 43, 44, 46, 46, 47, 48, 51, 62, 53, 64, 66, 67, 68, 69, 64, 65, 66, 67, 68, 69, 70, 71, 73, 76, 79, 80, 81, 82, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87, 88, 89, 92, 94, 95, 97, 98, 99, 100, 101, 103, 104, 109, 110, ni, 112, 113, 116,116,119,120,121, 122, 124, 126, 126, 127, 128, 130, 131, 132, 133, 135, 137, 139, 146, 146, 147, 149, 158, 169, 161, 164, 170, 171, 173, 176, 176, 177, 179, ISO, 181, 182, 183, 184, 190, 191, 192, 193, 195, 198, 199, 201, 205, 208, 218, 397, 417, 420, 447. Seventeenth British. Regiment of Foot, TJnitbd States, — 344. Surinam, Dutch Guiana, — 71, 73, 79, 80, 81, S3, 84, 86, 92, 94, 96, 97, 103, 109, 110, 112. Temple, Elizabeth Town, N.J., — 78, 81, 83, 84, 86, 92, 94, 96, 97, 103, 109, 111, 112. Third, Boston, — 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 24, 397. Trinity, Lanoastbk, — 264, 265, 266, 267, 271, 272, 274, 275, 276, 278, 281, 282, 283, 286, 287, 288, 289, 290, 291, 292, 293, 294, 296, 300, 301, 306, 307, 309, 310, 311, 812, 313, 314, 317, 818, 319, 320, 321, 324, 326, 329, 330, 336, 336, 337, 341, 343, 344, 348, 349, 365, 366, 374, 382. Tyrian, Gloucester, — 228, 231, 232, 233, 234, 235, 236, 237, 238, 239, 240, 241, 242, 243, 244, 246, 246, 248, 260, 261, 263, 266, 256, 257, 263, 265, 266, 267, 272, 275, 276, 278, 281, 282, 283, 285, 288, 289, 291, 292, 293, 294, 296, 301, 306, 307, 309, 310, 311, 312, 314, 317, 318, 319, 321, 323, 324, 325, 326, 329, 331, 349, 463. Union, Danbubt, Conn., — 338, 339. Union, (Sheeborne,) Nantucket, — 184, 186, 186, 200, 201, 202, 203, 204, 207, 209, 218, 219. United States, Danvees, — 266, 266, 267, 268, 272, 273, 274, 276, 276, 278, 281, 282, 283, 286, 289, 291, 292, 294, 296, 301, 306, 307, 310, 313, 314, 317, 318, 319, .321, 324, 326, 329, 330, 346, 348, 349. Unity, Ipswich, — 271, 272, 276, 276, 278, 281, 282, 283, 285, 288, 289, 291, 292, 294, 296, 300, 301, 306, 306, 307, 310, 313, 314, 317, 318, 319, 321, 324, 326, 330, 340, 349. Vermont, Coenish, Vt., — 294, 301, 306, 306, 307, 310, 314, 317, 318, 319, 321, 324, 326, 329, 330, 336, 347, 374, 382. Virginia, Vieqinia, — 109, 110, 112. Warren, Maohias, Me., — 266, 272, 275, 276, 277, 278, 281, 282, 283, 285, 287, 288, 289, 291, 292, 293, 294, 296, 296, 297, 298, 300, 301, 304, 306, 307, 310, 314, 317, 318, 319, 321, 324, 826, 326, 329, 330, 332, 333, 336, 339, 360, 362, 363, 364, 361, 364, 374, 378, 382, 469, 460. Washington (Army), Teavbllinq, — 277, 278, 281, 282, 283, 285, 289, 291, 292, 294, 296, 301, 306, 307, 310, 314, 317, 318, 319, 321, 324, 326, 330. Wooster, Colchester, Conn., — 288, 289, 291, 292, 293, 294, 296, 301, 306, 307, 309, 310, 311, 313, 314, 316, 317, 318, 319, 321, .322, 323, 324, 326, 326, 329, 331, 332, 333, 338, 339, 340, 341, 343, 344, 346, 348, 349, 351, 364, 356, 361, 364, 366, 368.