Show ft JEff fRmR l 8OiI18 i I The chief event of importance in the Masonic order last week was the celebration cele-bration of the 31st anniversary of Mount Moriah lodge which took place at the Masonic hal < 1 Monday evening I even-ing There was a very large attendance attend-ance of Masons and their ladv friends I and a most enjoyable evening was I spent A full report of the proceedings I ha already been published in The Herald The blue lodges held their stated convocations con-vocations and in some cases extra meetings for work were held Masonry is growing and increasing in this jurisdiction 000 Odd Fellowship commands respect wherever it is known for there is nothing noth-ing in its teachings or principles that reflects on religious scruples or political politi-cal aspirations I commands its followers fol-lowers to leave selfishness and hatred I out of their hearts and to work for the betterment of mankind in general The closer a man keeps in touch with the order the better he becomes not only as a citizen but as a father and friend Mystic lodge No 21 on Monday I night had a fairly good attendance of members The business of the evening related mostly to discussions and remarks re-marks affecting the expenses of the order and how to satisfactorily bring general expenses down to a minimum that there might be more general prosperity pros-perity in the subordinate lodges I was decided to begin a round of visitations visita-tions among the sister lodges thus bringing the members into closer relations rela-tions with each other They will begin by visiting each of the city lodges No9 being selected for the first visit Ridgely lodge No9 was out in fore on Wednesday and quickly disposed of routine business on account of the expected visit from No 22 The noble grand of Mystic lodge Brother Lewis Besley entered the hall accompanied by his officers and members to the number of 2 They received a most cordial welcome Speeches were now in order and Brother Besley led off with a neat speech that was well received re-ceived He was bUoyed by Vice Grand William Campbell whose remarks were appropriate to the occasion Brother Rowe past grand John T Axton pat grand and many others followed in regular order The speaker of the evening even-ing however was Charles A Short who delivered an address on Odd Fellowship Fel-lowship and its principles that demanded de-manded ent the admiration of all pres entThere There was a demand for admittance at the door which being opened the noble grand of Enterprise lodge No 1i Brother Leon Delreny and the members entered in a body Grad Warden John M Breeze who is a members of No 15 was called upon and made an excellent speech on the nnan cial part of the order and the arduous aruous duties of grand officers in looking after the welfare and encouraging the growth of Odd Fellowship in this jurisdiction ju-risdiction Brother Breeze is a fluent speaker and he is in demand at all times Brothers S Ewing P G and James Kelly secretary made interesting interest-ing speeches in behalf of No 9 and pleasure was experienced in listening to such fraternal remarks from brothers broth-ers 000 Our principles are recognized by all classes of people to be noble and worthy of the highest consideration We make no distinction in the social class or standing of our members We are taught that the moment we enter the lodge room we have left all social distinction and differences behind distncton diferences us and that the employee enjoys as many privileges as the employer should he be a member of the lodge Our grandsire grand-sire is under the same rules and regulations reg-ulations the moment he enters the lodge room as the plain scarlet degree brother We all have a right to aspire to the highest honors in the lodge or the order Our principles appeal to all true manhood and womanhood < < S > < i Utah lodge No 1 met on Thursday with a goodly number of brothers present pres-ent The regular session was of interest inter-est to all as under good of the order or-der several brothers spoke in a kindly fraternal spirit of matters of interest to the lodge and the order generally Jordan > lodge No3 on the same night met and attended expeditiously to all business Past Grand C J Hig son ha recovered from his recent illness ness and is once more found in his usual place Salt Lake Lodge No2 on Friday had a fair attendence Bro W Clark Clark P G is once more ill he was I compelled to undergo another compeled operation i opera-tion on his arm The entire membership member-ship sympathize with Brother Clark in his suffering Fidelity Lodge No 17 is still on deck for business Her membership is composed com-posed of many prominent citizens of the metropolis who do not shirk their duties but are found week after week in their accustomed places At the beginning be-ginning of her career she had some financial misfortunes that would have proven disastrous to a less vigorous lodge but she rose above her difficulties culties in a true fraternal spirit and is doing finely Her degree staff is a good one and does excellent floor work One applicant was elected to become a member by initiation The degree of truth was conferred on three brothers by the union degree staff of Nos 2 and 17 17The The initiatory degree will be conferred con-ferred at next meeting and all brothers are cordially invited to attend and see some fine work 000 What does to be charitable mean I does not mean necessarily that we must always bestow money or give food or raiment When the heartstrings heart-strings are torn by anguish and dark clouds lowering gather when adversity weighs down the spirits and overshadows over-shadows the soul with sorrows when disappointments cause the heart to ache when the mind wanders in the wilderness of despondency when sickness sick-ness has laid its heavy hands upon us it is then when words of sympathy and consolation and encouragement are bold and powerful weapons to dispel the worst of gloom and sorrow to burst the chains of anxiety and to enable us to bear oar ills with greater forti tude Appropriate words bring healing and comfort to the sick They are rich deeds of charity They bless twice like mercy him or her who gives the kind words and him or her who receives re-ceives them Kind words words of condolence are like summer sunbeams like re freshing ocean breezes like the sweet fragrance of flowers like the gentle strains of music They are as food unto the hungry as cool water to the parched lips They plant courage in the human soul they revive the drooping droop-ing heart they give ease and strength to the suffering body A few pleasant words a cheerful presence have power to assuage the tumors of a troubled mind And are as balm to festered wounds They pull us away from our troubles and woes They produce serenity and peace Words causing such results cheerfulness bringing about such changes constitute deeds of charity are charitable acts indeed We can then be charitable without the need of giving money or food or clothing < < S > < Ester Rebeckah Lodge No 8 on Tuesday held its regular session The meeting was an excellent one with good attendance much interest manifested mani-fested and all finding it an enjoyable occasion Several matters were under discussion relating to lodge affairs The Utah Odd Fellow was recognized A committee of three was appointed to arrange for a bal in honor of the first anniversary The same committee appointed ap-pointed for another ball to be held about a month hence The members r M take hold with an earnestness that speaks more for their loyalty to the lodge and its interests The D D G M Sister Higson made a few remarks and complimented the lodge on having such harmonious affairs No 8 has i always had harmony among all members mem-bers and officers alike You will have to look elsewhere for discord it is an unknown un-known word in this lodge at least The members are organizing a mandolin and guitar club which practices prac-tices frequently and will soon furnish all music for degree work an improvement I improve-ment that will be appreciated Orange blossom m to be floating in the air I Ere another meeting of No8 two of her young people will be made one Brother M and Sister B of this lodge believe in united happiness and on the llth there will be a union of hearts and hands Mcfy this young I couple find the matrimonial road a I path of roses strewn with beautiful blossoms along their journey > s < > The greatest monument to that distinguished dis-tinguished patriot Schuyler Colfax in all of his career was that of placing his sister woman as his social equal Thirtyfive years of growth has given to women and men a perfect demonstration demon-stration that in this as in all other things i Is not well for man to stumble along on his own responsibility responsi-bility Women are a strong element for good in all fraternal organizations The order however valuable for men is vastly more valuable to women Woman has no less cause for gratitude and thankfulness for the existence of the order in the world than man I is a source of relief and protection to herself and fatherless children when he has passed over the river to the undIscovered un-discovered country At the time of all other times when she needs comfort com-fort relief and support the order unbidden un-bidden comes to her stricken home with sympathy and substantial aid Woman is quick to see and feel this friendly aid and i many times changes her from a bitter opponent to an abiding abid-ing friend and zealous advocate 000 Sunday evening last Salt Lake Forum Fo-rum No 608 held its regular monthly social and notwithstanding the inclement in-clement weather the attendance was very good Promptly at 830 those assembled were called to order by the chairman of the evening Judge A N Cherry who cordially welcomed all present and bespoke for them an enjoyable time after which the following Ifolowlng programme was excellently rendered Mr O Violin solo Mocking BirdMr Berkhoel accompanied by Mr J B Berkhoel Piano solo Miss Bessie Brooks Piano duet Directory Messrs F O Webb and J B Berkhoel Contralto solo Miss Jorgensen accompanied ac-companied by Mr J B Berkhoel Recitation So Was IMiss Clara McMillan Zitherphone solo Miss Geary Baritone solo Anchored Mr Hoen stein accompanied by Miss Gleason All were warmly encored The above ladies and gentlemen very kindly tendered their services and all heartily extended their thanks and hope to have the pleasure of soon hearing hear-ing from them again Then came progressive high five and the following were the lucky winners First ladies prize Miss Lenora Murphy Mur-phy a china tea set First gentlemans prize Mr F B Barton a unique cigar holder Second ladies prize Mrs F B Barton Bar-ton a china cake dish Second gentlemans prize Mr L W Peterson a pearlhandle pocketknife Refreshments were then in order and all adjourned to the refreshment room and partook of a delicious repast presided over by the entertainment committee consisting of Mrs K O Keyes Mrs A T Lewis Mrs E Fowler Fow-ler Miss Hattie Player and Messrs J B Lewis and A W Gallagher to whose indefatigable efforts were due to a large extent the success of the entertainment enter-tainment < 0 0 The last week ha been a busy one in the W R C of the G A R The ladies of the corps served lunch and dinner to the old comrades during the encampment encamp-ment and the fraternal feeling between posts and corps have been more closely united The George R Maxwell W R C held its regular meeting on Wednesday which was largely attended by visiting vis-iting members among whom were Mrs A M Breeden and Mrs Ott of Ogden Mrs Breeden made a very interesting talk and the members of John A Logan Lo-gan W R C are to be congratulated on their choice president for the ensuing en-suing year The George R Maxwell W R C will hold its social on Friday afternoon Feb 12 at the home of Mrs Harvey 9 Wellington court and all friends are most cordially Invited Besides the experience ex-perience of each member there will ben be-n interesting paper read by one of the ladies also a musical selection which in itself will be a rare treat Members are being added at every I meeting and the ladies are to be congratulated con-gratulated on their good work |