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THE SÏATE OF MW-ÏOIS. June 5th, A. L. 5839.
The Grand Annual G'ommunication of the Right Worshipful Grand Lodge of the Ancient and Honorable Fraternity of Freeand Accepted Masons, oflhe State of NewYork, was held at the Grand Lodge Room, in the City of' New-York, on Wednesday Kvening, the 5th of June, A. L. 5839, and opcned in due forii and with prayer.



PRESENT,
The Right W. William Willis, D. Grand Master.
" " " Joseph Cuyler, S. Grand Warden.
« " " John D. Willard, J. Grand Warden.
" " " Elisha GiIbert, P. J. Grand Warden.
" w " Jamt:s Herring, Grand Secretary.
" " " Richard Ellis, Grand Treasurer,
" " " Joseph Sprague, Grand Marshal.
" « " John Coffin, G. Sword Bearer. « " John Van Duyne, ~]
üanie1 Seixas, |>Grand Stewards. w " Henry H.. Brown, I
w " Geo. D. Loynes, J
" James G. Finn, S. Grand Deacon. " " Greenfield Pote, J. Grand Deacon.
" Gerrit Lansing, Grand Pursuivant.
Brother James Thorburn, Grand Tiler. The Worshipful R. R. Boyd, Representative of the Grand Lodge of Ireland,
And the Representatives of the following Lodges : St, Johns, No. 1 Ark, 160
lnd. Royal Arch, 2 Olive Branch, 215
.Monnt Vernctti, 3 Olive Branch, 221
St. Patricks, 4 Sylvan, 223
Hudson, 12 Utica, 270
Holland, 13 Ark, 271
Unity, 14 Concord, 304
Kingston, 20 Fidelity, 309
Trinity, 39 German Union, o22
Apollo, 49 Hohenlinden, 338
Temple, 53 Hibernia, 339
La Union Fran^aise, 71 Phcenix, 361
United Brethren, 76 Manhattan, 370
Fortitude, 81 La Fayette, 3/3
Abrams, 83 Richmond, 384
Washington, 84 Mariners, °85
Adelphi, 91 Montgomery, 387
Constellation, 103 Naval, 391
Albion, 107 Morning Star, 421
Mount Moriah, 132 Ancient, 507
Benevolent, 142 St. Simon and St. Jnde.
Mechaoic, 153



The minutes of the Grand Lodge, held on the Gth of March, 5839, were read and approved.
The minutes of the Grand Stevvard's Lodge, held on the 29th May last, were read and confirmed.
The Grand Secretary read his Annual Report, vvhich is as foliows :—
r ïhe GuraU(? Secretai7 has great pleasare in communicating to the Grand Lodge, that the general condition and prospects of the Masonic Order in this feta te are highly salisfactory. Many of the Lodges in the City of New-York have been constantly at labor through the past year, and are in a flourishing condition. The tide of prosperity is rising and flowing up the rivers to the north and west. Onr remotest frontier Lodges are once more at work? I he evil which existed last year in this city continues to exist. The clandestine Lodges, underthe direction of expelled members of this body, still keep up their unlawful meetings, and as I am informed, have congregated the present year at one of the lodge rooms heretofore occupied'by regular Lodges- A new Lodge room has been fïtted up by Brother Robert Anderson, at the Shakspeare Hotel, into which the Lodges from Union Hall have removed, being obliged to abandon the Lodge room there for reasons just stated. The Grand Lodge is requested to dedicate the new Lodge room at the Shakspeare durinff the present communication.
Notwithstanding the great increase of members to the Lodges, there has been great mconvemence experienced throngh the neglect of many of them 111 making their returns. The Grand Steward's Committees of Charity have consequently been cramped in a painful manner ; the reputation of the institution as a dispenser ol relief, jeoparded ; and some debts contraeted dnring the presiqoo0' «!, ' ™e.not yet been Pa'd" The receipts of the year, from May 30th, 1838, to May 29tb, 1839, have amounted to $1537 58, from the foliowing sources: b
For Returns - . . . <j6:i4 58
For Dividends on Bank Stock, - . 744
For dispensations, - gO
For Certificates, - yg
For Constitutions, - ^
$ 1537 58
By a comparison of this statement with my report of last year, it will be seen whl'eS""1S received for dispensations and certificates has risen from *4<J''°, the amount received for returns has diminished frotn $896,
to 1 he constitution o( the Grand Lodge reqnires city Lodges to malse
their returns quarterly, and yet there are several at the present time indebted to the Grond Lodge from s.x to nine qnarters. I present this subject at this tune to the Grand Lodge under the belief, that when the proper officers of the Lodges are assured of the embarrassments experienced by the Grand Stewards through the unnecessary deiays alluded to, they will take care to prevent them in iuture. r
Since the last annual meeting, the foliowing Lodges have been revived : Fidehty Lodge, No. 309, at Trnmansburgh, in Tompkins County. Phcenix Lodge, N°. 361, at Lansmgburgh, in Kensselaer County, and Brownville J^odge, No. 318, at Brovvnville, ia Jefferson County.



The following Lodges reported last year as delinquent, have not since been heard from:
Warren, No. 157. Doric, No. 369. Caledonia, No. 402. Union, No. 499.
The Warrant and Property of Rising Moon Lodge, No. 508, declared forfeited at the last annual meeting, I have demanded of the.last Master, Brother L D. House, who states that it is in the hands of the Worshipfnl Asa Hall, of whom a similar demand was made, and by him refused. To Brother Hall I addressed a letter last week repeating my demand, and requesting him to makea proper representatinn to the Grand Lodge of any claim he might have on the property, for debt of his Lodge, and advising him of the disagreeable consequences of his refnsal to snrrender the warrant in his hands. He has again refused to surrender the said warrant.
In compliance with the direction of the Grand Lodge, I have snmmoned a number of brethren, residents of Genesee Connty. to appear before the Grand Lodge at this time, to show cause why tliey should not be expelled for wiihholdin» property ofextinct Lodges. the evidence of service of the summonses and the answers of each are contained in the commnnicatioii of the Grand Visiter, Brother Blanehard Powers, whieh will be laid before the Grand Lodge. 1 cannot allow the present opportunity to pass without mentioning the valuable services of Brother Powers, who, although now upward orseventy years of a"e, is zealously attachedto the order, and has in the discharge of his dnties as Grand Visiter in Genesee Countv, visited most of the places where Lodges now extinct, had once flourished, and" has within the present year surrendered no less than nine forfeited warrants, and has in his possession some property which he wishes to be instructed how to dispose of. rihis brother asks of the Grand Lod»e to »rant him a certificate as an evidence, which he thinks worthy •' to leave to his children, and his children's children," that he did his dnty to the satisfaction of this Grand Body. I most sincerely hope that his request may
^According to instructioM, I addressed a snmmons to Tiinothy H. Burbank, formerly Treasurer of Farmers Lodge No. 96. His answer will be laid before the Grand Lodge. I have not considered any further proceedings proper in the present state of the case.
I have prepared a list of the Lodges under the jurisdiction ofthe Grand Lodge. with the dates of their warrants, according to the resolution adopted
In compliance with the request of the Grand Lodge in March last, I addressed a letter of condolence in the name of the Grand Lodge, to the widow and family of the late Past Grand Master, Stephen Van Rensselaer, a copy of which accompanies the other documents on the table.
The Foreign Correspondence of the past year has been very extensive, and of the most gratifying character. We continue to receive the strongest assurances from all quarters of the friendly support of the Grand Lodges in the efforts now making by this Grand Lodge to maintain the integrity and pure principles of the order inviolate. The system proposed by this Grand Lodge in June last, to exchange representatives with foreign Grand Lodges, is gradually going into operation, and will no doubt be universally adopted.
The Ri'ht Worshipful Brother John Norman, of Dublin, has been reccived and accredited as the Representative of this Grand Lodge in the Grand Masonic Lodge of Ireland.
The Worshipful Abraham Howard auincy, of Washington City, has been received and accredited as the Representative of this Grand Lodge, in the Grand Lodge of the District of Colunibia.
The Grand Lodge of Ireland is represented here by the Worshipful Robert R. Boyd.



The Grand Lodge of the District of Columbiaby the Worshipful William C. Bnrnett.
The Grand Lodge of Rhode Island by the Right Worshipful Joseph S. Cooke.
The system has been approved by the Grand Lodges of New Jersey and North Carolina, and, as we are inforraed, by our Representative in Dublin, by the Grand Lodge of Scotland.
The Committees on Foreign Correspondence and Grievances, having each enjoined a labor upon me in relation to subjects under their consideration last year. I have accordingly prepared two reports, one on the subject of the French and Scottish rites, which is now in the hands of the Joint Committees of last year. The other contains an abstract of the proceedings of the Grand Lodges in relation to the Clandestine Lodges in this city, which is herewith submitted to the Grand Lodge.
I beg leave once more to call the attention of the Grand Lodge to a subject which I trust will not be lost sight of, namely, the erection of a Grand Hall, for Masonic purposes. The honor and dignity of this Grand Lodge demand attention to this important deficiency in this city. The property, the papers, and the business of this body require superior accommodations to those we have, or can have, without a house of our own. A report from a committee on this subject has been upon the table two years. I took occasion last year to recommend a specific annual appropriation for the purpose of forming a special fund for the erection ofa Grand Hall, and I now again ask the consideration of the Grand Lodge of that or of some other proposition that can be forthwith put in operation, whereby the nucleus ofa building fund can be formed ; however small, I am satisfied that it will gradually increase, and that a considerable amount may be raised by private contributions from the fraternity, if it were once made evident that the Grand Lodge were determined to accoinplish the work at some time,
I contemplate being absent from the city a considerable portion of the present summer, and intend to accomplish an object which I have been desirous of effecting for some years, that is, visiting all the Lodges in the State, personally inspecting their condition, and givingthem such informalion and advice as circumstances will dictate. During my absence the Grand Treasurer will kindly attend to my official business, and I take this opportunity of making my intention generally known. All which is respectfully submitted.
JAMES HERRING, Grand Secretary.
The Grand Secretary then read the report of the Right Worshipful Grand Treasurer, which is as follows :—
The Grand Treasurer of the Right Worshipful Grand Lodge of the State of New-York has the honor to report:
"That he has received from the Right Worshipful Grand Secretary, Brother James Herring, during the year commencing the 8th of June, 5838, to the 29th of May, 5839, the sum of Fifteen Hundred and Thirty-seven Dollars and fiftynine cents.



That he has paid and produced vouchers to the Right Worshipful Grand Steward s Lodge, as follows, viz:
To Delegates from the Country Lodges, - $311
" Pensioners of tb,: Right Worshipful Grand Lodge, - J18 u Salaries of the Grand Officers, - 923 60
" lucidental expeuses, Rent of the Grand Lodge Room, Printing the proceedings of Grand Lodge, and repairing the Ark, &c. &c. - - . . 256 75
To Balance due the Right Worshipful Grand Treasurer,
3Jst of'May, 5838, - . . . 8 2
Sl 617 «i7
By cash received from Right Worshipful Grand Secretary, 3537 57
To Balance due the Grand Treasurer, - - * ^79 gQ ' All which is most respectfuily submitled.
RICHARD ELLIS, Grand Treasurer.
May 29th, A. L. 5839.
The Grand Secretary then read the following; report, (prep.ired in conformity to an order of the Grand Lodge at the last Annual Comnounication,) which was ordered to bc en te red on the Minutes and published.
The Grand Lodges of the United States havemade the following cnmmunications to the Grand Lodge of the State of Mew-York, 011 the subject of the revolt in \ ork Lodge, No. 307, in June, 1837, and the subsequent extinction of three Warrants, and the expulsion of a number of the members of this Grand Lodge, and the establishment, by the expelled, of a clandestine association, which they call St. John's Grand Lodge.
The first to act in support of the authority of the Grand Lodge of the State of New-York, were the Grand Officers of Pennsylvania, who immediacely on the receipt of the proceedings of this Grand Lodge in the premises, and also when the intentions of the disorganizers became known, caused the notices from this Grand Lodge to be reprinted and sent to every Lodge in Pennsylvania. At a meeting of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania in March, 1838, the Committee on Foreign Correspondence reported their views of the subject iu the following words, which were ordered to be eutered 011 the minutes and forwarded to the Grand Lodge of New-York.
' The Committee notice with great regret, the nature of the late Communications made to us by our sister Grand Lodge of the State of New-York. They convey the painful intelligence that distressing difficulties have disturbed the harmony of the Fraternity, and have terminated in the expulsion of several Members, and the annulling of the Warrants of several Subordinate Lodges.
The facts connected with these transaetions appear to your Committee few and sirnple—York Lodge, No. 367 resolved to have a Masonic Procession on the anniversary of St. John the Baptist, the 24th June of lastyear. As this was contrary to the customs of the Grand Lodge, and as a due regard for the general welfare of the Craft did not appear to justiiy a departure from the rule—the Deputy Grand Master, in the absence of the Grand Master, in the undoubted exercise of his authority and discharge of his duty, issued a Proclamation forbidding such Procession. Still further to insure compliance with his prohibition, he repairedin person to the place of meeting on the morning of the 24th June, and requested the Procession might not be formed. We aré sorry to add, that the Deputy Grand Master was treated in a disrespectful and unmasonic manner, and that the Procession took place.
In consequence of those proceedings the Grand Lodge, at thcir meeting of



ihe 12th of July, 1837, expelled several of the Brethren of York Lodge, who had been mostactive in forming the Procession, and of some other Lodges who had united with them on that occasion. The right-hand of Fellowship, hovvever, was liberally extended to such Members as disavowed a parlicipation in the olfence, or expressed their regret at having been concerned in ii.
The expelled Brethren then undertook to form vvhat they are pleased to term a Grand, Lodge, contrary to all the ancient rules and land niarks of Masonry. The Grand Lodge of the State of JNew-York has declared this? a Clandesiine Lodge, and cancelled the Warrants of three Subordinate Lodges, which have thought proper to join it, cautioning the Fraternity also against three more, workmg or reported to work, underanmilled Warrants. _ Yo"r ComidiUee are of upinion, That the Grand Lodge of the State of iVew-York should be sustained in these proceedings, and that a Communica-
tion to that effect should be made by this Eight Worshipful Grand Lod<*e 
»nd— °
That all intercourse with the Expelled Masons or their Clandestine Lodges should be studiously guarded against.
The Grand Officers of the District of Colombia were equally prompt and Phe Gran.d Öecretary's letter to the Grand Lodge of this State in
< i ïf ver^ expressl^e. The following extract is deemed sufficiënt.
have not the entire report of the Committee at hand to-nigbt, to whom was referred the subject of the outrageousconduct and scism of a portion of the order in your city last year, but immediately upon the first informalion, the most prompt and energetic measures were adopted by Brother Billing (who was then Grand Master,) and myselfto inform cvery Loilge. and indeed every Mason, and to (orbul any intercourse whatever with Members of the Fratermty trom New-Vork, unlessthe most satisfactory evidcnce could be produced o their entire innocence, and of their having neither part nor lot in the matter, bubsequently, a report of the Committee, (of which I had the honor to be hairman,) setting forth these fucts and recommending that the Most Worshiplul Grand Lodge of the State of New-York be fully sustained in all their proeedingsin the case, by this Grand Lodge, was unanimously adopted on the subject there was but one sentiment, oue feeling—one determination—to sustain you in your righteous decisions, and in future, to be even more careful order hiviolatè"11 eV6r l° preserve tlle ancietlt land-marks and dignity of the
The following extract from the minutes of the Most Worshipful Grand lodge of the State or Massachusetts was received in July, 1838.
Mason's Hall, Boston, Juse, A. L. 583a
To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge )
ot Massachusetts. (
Mn/\vLC|°tnr1!tt^e t°fl,'°T were rererrcd certain communications from the
«Sta, menf lN0W^urk' t0Selher wi.h a
, 7, «ppeai, "om certain persons thercin named, the subjects of those several papers the consideration due to their importance, and submitthe follnwiner Rnnnrt • 
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1rIaTdhoVaMdrrto,?^TL??.V^!a.n^.a':XI"aS.,f:Xan!inat;,0n..int0 the. P'-o-ecJin^s
r„' V, ■; ' , 1 i'?"17 "«"U tnxious examination into the proceedings
^hereitwh». h g8ki t 'i Premises' they are wholly unable lo discover „r honorable body has transcended its powers, as defined by its own
Iv I nft0»11 itUitl0°f; Or departed from the established usages of the Fraternity, as knowledged and practiced in this and other countrils.
bein^fu landrnlarrd P°Wer of each Grand LodSe' leSally constituted, as bemg tuil and perfect over its own members ; and that ao Masonic right of ap-



peal from its decisions ia reeognized by the principles or settled practices oftha lrratcrnity, as known by us.
Your Committee are furthér established in the belief ihat no expelled mason or niasons, can consistently exercise any Masonic funetion, right, or authority, until he or they shall have been first restored by the Lodge « Inch ordained the expulsion; such acts being in principle, not the seeking ofredress, but rebellion against the vital authority of the Iustitution.
And therefore they ask leave to close this their report, by respeetfully recommending the adoption of the following resolution, to be transinitted together with acopy of this Keport,
To the Grand Lodge of the State of Nctc-Yorlc :
Resolved, Unanimously, that while we most deeply and serionsly deplore the recent events which have come under onr notice, in connection with our Sister Grand Lodge of New-York, yet, from her Masonic intelligence, wisdom and inoderation, we deern the rights of her members, and the honor, peace and prosperityofourancient and excellent Iustitution perfectly secure under her controul.
C C opy of Record. Attest. ]
CHARLES W. MOORE, Grand Secretary.
From the Grand Lodge of Rhode Island several communieations have been reeeived. On the 2d October, 1837, the Grand Secretary of that Grand Lodge writes in contradiction to a report yet afloat in New-York " 1 am requested by the Grand Officers of this State, to assure you that they do not countenance the Ilevolt in yonr State." . , ,
On the 26th December, 1837, the following Kesolutions were adopted by that Grand Lodge. ,
" Whereas, Sundry commimications have been reeeived by this ^raIJcl Lodo-e, from the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge ol the State of New-York, stating that illegal proceedings had taken place among some iormer members
of that Grand Lodge, _
Therefore, Resolved, That this Grand Lodge views such proceedings with re•rret and will not countenance them in any manner whatever, and that we approv'e of the answer made by our Grand Secretary to those commimications.
At the Annual Meeting of the Grand Lodge of New Jersey, ou the 14th November, 1837. their Committee, after reciting the facts in relation to'he expuliions by the Grand Lodge of New-York, go on to state that,—" The exnelled Bretliren then proceeded to form wkat they term a Grand Lodge, contrair to the rules and regulations of Masonry. Your Committee are of opimon that the Grand Lodge should be sustained in their proceedings, and would recommend that no intercourse be held with the Expelled Masons, or with what they call their Grand Lodge."
The Grand Secretary writes, Decemher 29th, 1837, There was but one opinion expressed by the Bretliren, and the report of the Committee was unani-
"'At the°Annual Meeting on the 13th November, 1838, the Grand Lodge of New Jersey again took up the subject, incorporated in their Minutes the commimications reeeived from this Grand Lodge in relation to the clandestine bodies in this city, and approved of the course adopted by the Grand feeeretary in declining all correspondence with the Clandestine Association called Bt.
John's Grand Lodge. . ,
'J'he Grand Lodge of Virginia in December, 1837, communicated to the Lodges under its iurisdiction the expulsions which had then taken place, and gave warning ofthe determination expressed by the expelled to form themselves into a Grand Lodge. . f ,
At the Annual Cormnunication in January, 1839, the Report of the Commit-



tee of Foreign Correspondence was taken up, and the follovving resolutions recommended by it were adopted :—
Resolved, That the Grand Lodge of New-York, be sustained in its lawful proceedings.
Resolved, That all intercourse with the expelled masons, and their clandestine lodges be studiously guarded against and avoided, and that the Subordinate Lodges vvorking under the jurisdiction of this Grand Lodge be hereby thereto instructed.
The Grand Lodge of Florida, with their transactions of the 10th January, 3838, publish the foliowing report from their Committee on Foreign Correspondence :
li They find nothing in the Communications, requiring the action of this Grand Lodge, except in the one received from the Grand Lodge of New-York ; they regret to find that York Lodge, No. 367, has put the Grand Lodge of NewYork al defiance. It appears that York Lodge had resolved to celebrate the Anniversary ofSt John the Baptist, on the 24th June last, and ordered a pro cession ; it was forbidden by the Deputy Grand Master, in the absence of the Grand Master, asa violation of the customs of the Grand Lodge ; and the Deputy Grand Master issued his proclamation, inhibiting the procession, and also in person forbade it, on the morning of the 24th June, both of which was not only disregarded, but the Deputy Grand AI aster was treated with disrespect and in his person, an insult offered to our ancient order.
In consequence of this outrage, on the Masonic Fraternity, the Grand Lodge of New-York, expelled the Brethren who had been most prominent in the violation of their Masonic duties. The expelled brethren then formed what they called a Grand Lodge, in violation of the regulations of Masonry.
Your Committee recominend that the Grand Lodge of New Vork should be sustained, and that no communication be held with the expelled Masons. or their miscalled Grand Lodge. They would recommend also, the publication of the communication of the Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of New-York on tb is subject, with the proceedings of the Grand Lodge."
The following is extracted from the Minutes of the Grand Lodge of Maryland, as part of the Report of their Committee of Correspondence, May 24, 1838".—
"The Committee regrets to find, that difficulties have arisen among the Brethren in that city, which originated with York Lodge, No. 367, and other associates, who, in violation of their duty, and in direct oppósition to the autbority of the Deputy Grand Master, organized and moved in Procession, on last St. John's Day; that, in consequence of their refractory conduct, and disrespectful treatment of the Deputy Grand Master, they have been expelled from all the rights and privileges of Masonry. Since which time, those expelled Brethren assembled and formed what they style St. John's Grand Lod^eof the State of New-York. under the authority of the warrant of Benevolent Lodge No. 142, associating with them Silentia and York Lodges, whose warrants have been severally annulled by the Grand Lodge of New-York. That this Clundestine jJssuciutian have granted warrants lor holding a Lodge at the City of Port-au-Prince, in the Island of St. Domingo, IJayti, by the name of Mount Liban Lodge, No. 1—also, for Munn Lodge, No. 5 ; and Fidelity Lodge, No. 6—both held in the City of New-York, conti ary to, and in violation of authority of the Grand Lodge of the State of New-York.
Your Committee are of opinion, that the Grand Lodge should be sustained in their proceedings, and would recommend that no intercourse be held with the expelled Masons, or what they call their Grand Lodge, or those Lodges held under such illegal authority j for this purpose, your committee recommend the adoption of the following resolution:—
Resolved, That the Worshipful Grand Secretary notify, forthwith, every Lodge under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of Maryland, of the Clandes-



tint Jssociation, held in the City of New-York, called St. John's Grand ïjjdge, and the names and location of those Lodges associated, and their illegal authority,—also, that he append to said notice, a list of the Legal Lodges, held in the City of New-York, as furnished by their Grand Secretary, in the circular on file.7'
The Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Connecticut, in May, 5838, republished with their proceedings, the various notices received from this Grand Lodge, and adopted the following resolution:
" Rcsolvcd, That the Grand Lodge of New-York should be sustained, and that no communication be held with the expelled Masons, or their miscalled Grand Lodge."
At the Annual Communication on the 8th of May, 5839, the following resolution was adopted:—
•' Resolved That the papers received by the Grand Secretary, purporting to be from " St. John's Grand Lodge of New-York," be returned to the person or persons from whom the same were received, with a copy of the vole of this Grand Lodge, passed May 9th, 1838, in relation to said miscalled Grand Lodge."
The Grand Lodge of Kentucky, in August, 1838, concurred in the report of their Committee, who after a recital of the facts, gave the following opinion: " Your Committee have bestowed on this delicate subject, all the attention which the limited time allowed them would permit. They consider the iniportance of the sarne demands the decisive expression of opinion of the different Grand Lodges thereon ; and whilst your committee regret this necessity, they consider the dnty imperative—and however unpleasant the duty, respect for the Grand Lodge of .New-York, with which we have so long interchanged civilities, renders it an imperative duty on the part of this Grand Lodge to express (in common with other Grand Lodges which have acted thereon,) the opinion that the Grand Lodge of New-York should be vindicated and sustained.
The committee recommend a continued interchange of communications with our sister Grand Lodges, and would concludo their report by recommending the adoption of the following resolution:—
" Resolved\ That this Grand Lodge sustains the Grand Lodge of the State of New-York, and that no communication be held with the expelled Masons, or St. John's Grand Lodge."
On the 31 st of January, 1838, the Grand Master of Georgia communicated to our Grand Master, General Lewis, the copy ofa letter he had addressed to Charles F. Lineback, Esq., which is alluded to in the following extract from the minutes of that Grand Lodge.
"We commend the course pursued by our Grand Master, in refusing to hold any intercourse with the selfstyled St. John's Grand Lodge, deeming it an unlawful and clandestine assemblage of Masons ; the tendency of whose acts is, to snbvert that harmony and wholcsome order ujjon which the permanent staVdity of our Jnstitution so much depcnds."
In the Grand Lodge of North Carolina, their committee reported on the 30th December, 1838, that—
" After giving the matter due refiection, they are of opinion that this St, John's Lodge, and all other Lodges, derivmg authority from the same, are clandestine Lodges, and ought not to be countenanced by regular Masons. They recommend that the Grand Lodge of New-York should be sustained in their proceedings, and they find that they are concurring with the Grand Lodges of Kentucky, Georgia, Maryland, Floiida, and in part with all the Grand Lodges that have taken any action upon the matter." They conclude with recommending the following resolution which was adopted :—
44 Resolvedf That this Grand Lodge sustain the Grand Lodge of New-York, and cannot communicate with St. John's Grand Lodge of New-York, or any other Lodge of Expelled Masons.'1



The Grand Lodge of Indiana, on the 26th December, 1838, directed the expulsions reported by the Grand Lodge of New-York, to be communicated to the Lodges in Indiana.
In September,^ 1838, the General Grand Encampment of the United States, and the General Grand Chapter of the United States, at their Triennial Meeting in Boston, each appointed a committee on the general state of Masonry throughout the Unitecf States. The committees acted conjointly, but reported separately. A similar report was therelöre made to both bodies, and by each adopted with the accompanying resolution :—
" Your committee cannot but regret that, amid all the encouragements af> forded us, some difficulties have occurred in some sections of the country, which require the prompt and efficient action of this body. They aliude particularly to the state of things in the city of New-York. In 1837, the Grand Lodge of the State of New-York, in pursuance of its constitutional duty, expelled froin Masonic privileges, a number of individuals, residing in the city of JNew-YorU, for a gross violation of Masonic duty. Those individuals, thus expelled, have associated and resolved themselves into a body, which they style a new Grand Lodge ; and, as your committee are informed, have actually organized new Lodges under their jurisdiction, and have so far imposed on innocent persons, as to induce them to take warrants under them.
Your committee entertain a doubt how far it might be right, on the part of the General Grand Encampment, to adopt any action in this matter, which might be, in any way, construed as an attempt, on its part, to interfere with the lower degrees of Masonry; but they can entertain no doubt, that it is the bounden duty of this Encampment to express their reprobation of the conduct of those individuals, and at the same time to adopt such measures, as will prevent the uninitiated and unwary from being misled.
Your committee hold it as a sound principle, that a fair and jast expulsion from a lodge ought to exclude an iudividual from all Masonic communication; and with that view, would suggest a recommendation from this Grand Encampment to all the subordinate Encampments under its jurisdiction, to abstain from all intercourse with those acknowledging, in any way, the authority of the spurious Grand Lodge of New York, and would respectfully recommend to your body the following resolntion :
Resolved, 1 hat the General Grand Recorder be directed to communicate to the different Grand Encampments under this jurisdiction, the fact of the existence of a spurious Grand Lodge in the city of New-York ; and, also, the opinjon of this General Grand Encampment, that there should be no Masonic communication between them and any one connected with the spurious Lodge."
Other communications of a more private character have been received from distinguished members of the Fraternity, all breathing the same spirit, but 1 have not considered them necessary at this time, to fortify the Grand Lodge in the positionin which it evidently stands with all its contemporaries.
__ JAMES HERRING, Grand Sccretary.
New-York, June 5th, 5839. .
The Right VVorshipful Depuly Grand Master then read a copy of the letter of condolence from this Grand Lodge to the widovv and family of the late Past Grand JV1 aster, Stephen Van Rensselaer, ordered at the last quarterly meeting, which is as follows :
The Grand Lodge of the State of New-York.
To Mrs. Cornelia Van Rensselaer.
Madam-—The Grand Lodge of the Ancient and Honorable Fraternity of F ree and Accepted Masons of the State of New-York, over which the late Major General Stephen Van Rensselaer, your husband, presidcd for many years,



beff leave to offer to his bereaved Widow and Family, the sympathy and condulence of friends, who knew his worth and honored him for lus virtues.
Time while it blunls the edge of sorrow, hailows the memory of departed worth a'nd the honors which are decreed to those who have passed the veil of inimortalitv, are not the less sincere, wheu offered af'ter time lias set its seal unon regret. Deep and sincere is the sorrow which prevails m our 1 raternity at the loss which you, which they, and which society have sustamed, in the
decease of our late Grand Master and faithful Fnend. .
His name will remain tipon the records of our Order, as the first.the Ingliest, and the most conspicuous, when a legion of enetnies surrounded it, and by an uniust and cruel persecution attempted lts destruction. Al such a time he refused to comply with even his own wishes for retirement, and interposed the shield of his unimpeached public and private character, to turn aside the pois-
oned shafts of Anti-Masonry. c
A grateful sense of honorable obligation binds us to revere the memory of
our departed Brother; and while our Lodges are clothed in the sab e habili-
ments ofwoe, we would offer to the Widow and the afflicted Family of oui late Grand Master, the consolalions of the Gospel of Peace ; and unite with them in our prayers to God, that, after the journey of life is closed, we may, likehim, "sink to rest." surrounded by the blessings of the poor, and in the bright hope of eternal life.
By order of the Grand Lodge, at the. Quarterly Meeting, March 6,1839.
JAMES HERRING, Grand Secretary.
The Right Worshipful Deputy Grand Master then announced the following Cominittees :
Ï Right W. Bro. Herring.
Right W. Bro. Sprague. W. Bro. Pennell.
(Right W. Bro. Willard,
On Grievances. < W. l^r0- Copeland,
/ W. Bro. Vandine.
(Right W. Bro. Gilbert,
On Warrants. < W. Bro. Perry,
/ W. Bro. Dingham.
C Right W. Bro. Coffin,
On Charity. ] W. Bro. Wiggins,
( W. Bro. Dtxon,
r C W. Bro. Satterthwaite,
On Accounts of ) \y. Bro. DeForrest,
Delegates. { \V". ]3ro. Seixas.
_ j-, . ( Right W. Bro. Ellis,
On Foreign > & w Bro R. Boyd,
Correspondence. ^ \V. Bro. Barnum.
(Right W. Bro. Cnyler,
On Room Rent• \ W. Bro. Adanis,
( W. Bro. Waring.
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The Grand Lodge ordered that the election for Grand Officers shall take place to-morrow evening, at 8 o'clock.
The Grand Secretary read the names and dates of the Warrants of the Lorlges now in this State. This having been done the Grand Lodge ordered that the Resolution adopted last year in relation to the subject, and the list of Lodges and dates of Warrants as reported, be referred to the Committeeon Warrants.
Ordered that the Dedication of the New Lodge Room take place on Friday afternoon at 4 o'clock.
The Grand Lodge then adjourned until 10 o'clock tomorrow morning.
JAMES HERRING, Grand Secretary.



THUHSDAY KO&NINfi, June Glk, 5839.
The Grand Lodge convened pursuantto adjoilrnment at 10 o'clock on Thursday morning, and was called to order.
PRESENT:
Rt. W. Joseph Cuyler, S. G. W. as G. Master.
" Louis G. Hoffman,ofNo. 3 as S. G. Warden»
" S. A. Coffin, of No. 12, as J. G. Warden. Rt. " James Herring, Grand Secretary.
Rt. " Richard Ellis, Grand Treasurer.
" James G. Finn, S. G. Deacon.
" Argalus H. Stark,of No. 53 as J. G. Deacon.
" Gerrit Lansing, G. Pursuivant.
Bro. James Thorbürn, G. Tiler.
And a constitutional number of Representatives of Lodges present.
Minutes of the Grand Lodge held last evening were read and approved.
The Grand Lodge—
Resolved, That the Grand Pursuivant be despatched forthwith to siimmon the Worshipful Asa Hall to appear personally before this Grand Lodge, this evening, at half past seven o'clock, to phew cause why he should not be e*pelled from the rights and privileges of Masonry, for his refusal to snrrender the Warrant and property of Kising Woon Lodge, No. 508, forfeited by this Grand Lodge in June, 1838.*
Resolved, That the Lodges in the City of New York which were reported by the Grand Secretary last evening, to be in arrears for dues to this Grand Lodge from six to nine quarters, be required to make their returns, and pay their dues this evening, at 7 o'clock, and that the Grand Pursuivant be forthwith despatched with proper notices to the ftl aster ofsaid Lodges.
Ordered that so much of the Grand Secretary's Report as relates to Delinquent Lodges, and refusals to surrender Warrants and Property be referred to the Committee on W arrants.
* The Warrant lias been surrendered to the Grand Secretary.



Resotved Unanimously, That a Grand Lodge Certificate be granted to Brother Blanchard Powers, free of expense, ns a testimony of the high sense entertained by this Grand Lodge of his faithful services as Grand Visiter in Genesee County.
A letter from the Grand Secretary of Rliode Island was read, communicating information in relation to one Samuel Davis, formerly of Pawtncket, who had been active in aiding the revoltmg members of this Grand Lodge in 1837.
The subject was relerred to the Grand Steward's Lodge, and the Grand Secretary directed to correfepond wit!) the JVIost Worshipful Past Grand Master of Rhode Island, and obtain the requisite information from him.
The Right Worshipful Brother Cuyler presented the prospectus of a Masonic Paper proposed to be issued by Brother L. G. Hofifman, in Albany, and invited the sanclion and recommendation of the Grand Lodge. The subject was committed to the Right Worshipful Brother Willard, and Worshipful Brothers Perry and Boyd.
The following Report was received, accepted, and adopted :
The Committee appointed to take into consideration the Exclusion of Brother George Wode from Gervian Union Lodge, No. 322, beg leave to Report:—
u That they have taken a critical view of the subject in all its hearings; so far as has come within their knowledge, German Union Lodge, when assembled, appear to pattern after the Right Worshipful the Grand Lodge, in their manner and behavior, and conduct, truly Masonic ; therefore, the Committee have come to the conclusion, that the obstreperous Brother be left where he is, until his future conduct shall become 60 courteous as to ingratiate himself into the favor of his own Lodge,
JOHN COFFIN, Chairman.
New-York, June 6th, 5839.
The Special Committee of Investigation made a report which was accepted and laid on thetable.
The Grand Lodge then adjourned until 7 o'clock this evening.
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The Grand Lodge assemhled on
THURSDAY EVENING, JUNE 6, A. L. 5839,
At 7 o'clock, pursuant to adjournment, and >vas callcd to order.
PRESENT:
The Rt. W. VVilliam Willis, as Grand Master.
" " W. Joseph Cuyler, " D. Grand Master,
« u w. John D. Willard, " S. Grand Warden.
" W. TallmadgeFairchild " J. Grand Warden.
" Rt. W. James Herring, Grand Secretary.
" " W. Richard Ellis, Grand Treasurer.
" " W. Joseph Sprague, Grand Marshal,
" " W. John Coffin, G. Sword Bearer. W. John Van Dnyne,
w. s'—"-
W. Henry H. Brown, J
W. James G. Finn, S. Grand Deacon.
W. John S.Perry, J. Grand Deacon.
\V. Gerrit Lansing, Grand Pursuivant.
Brother James Thorburn, Grand Tiler.
The Representative of the Grand Lodge of Ireland, £ftd the Representatives of the Loclges as before.
The Minutesof the Morning Session of the Grand Lodge their duesthis evening at 7 o'clock.
The following Report from the Committée on Room Rent was received, read, accepted, and approved.
To the Right Worshipful the Grand Lodge of the State of New-York.
The Committee to whom was referred the subject of



Rooms and Room Rents, for the accommodation of thé Grand Lodge,—
Respectfully report:
" That they have had that subject under consideration, and have agreed tö take the room at present occupied by the Grand Lodge, at the sum of $150 per annum,if the Grand Lodge approve, with the same rights and privileges as heretofore had by this Grand Lodge, with the addition of a room on the first floor for the use of the Secretary.
All which is respectfully submitted, v • JOSEPH CUYLER, Chairman.
June 6th, 1839.
The Commmittee on Credentials made the follovving Report which was adopted.
The Committee on Credentials have to report the followin£ Lodges represented and their dues paid within the time limited by the Constitution and entitled to vote at the present meeling of the Grand Lodge.
St. Johns, No. X By their Officers and Past Masters.
Independent Royal Archj 2 " " " "
Moiint \ ernon, 3 By theW. Lewis G. IJofTman, Master.
tt . at'lc*s> 4 By Rt. W. Joseph Cuyler, Master.
Hudson, 12 By W. Stephen A. Coffin, Master.
ïi'W' 14 By Rt- VV. FUisha Gilbert, Master.
Irimty, 39 ]jy their Officers and Past Masters.
APoll°. 49 By W. John 8. Perry, W. M., and
Brother Woodrufl', S. W.
Tempte, . 53 By their S. W. Br. Argalus II. Stark»
La Union Frangaisé, 71 By their Officers and Past Masters.
Fortitude, 81 <1 « <1
Abrams, 83 u " "
Adelphi, 91 '< u 11
Albion, 107 " " "
Mount Moriab, 132 « « u
160 By Rt. W. Richard Ellis, Proxy.
Ohve Branch, 215 By Rt. W. James Herring, Proxy.
Olive Branch, 221 By W. Robert M. Shearer, Master.
Sylvanf 229 By W. Jairus AlcoX, Master.
V!!ca' 270 By W. E. S. Barnurn, J. \V.
** • : 271 By W. Tallmadge Fairchild, Maste
t/oncord, 304 By their Officers and Past Masters.
Fidehty, 309 Jiy Bro. Uriel Turner. S. VV.
German Union, 322 By their Officers and Past MasterS.
JHohenhnden, 3:18 " " "
Phcenix, 3t>l By W. S. S Bingham. Marter.
Manhattan, 370 By their Officers and Past Masters.
La I' ayette, 373 « .4 <<
liichinond, 384 « « «1
Maririers, 385 " « "
Montgomery, 387 « « «
NavaJ, 391 « « ,1
Morning Star, 421 By their Proxy, Rt. W. Richard Ellis,
Bt. oimon and St. Jude, By their S.W. Bro. Joseph Blackburn



The preceding is a list of all Lodges represented at the Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge which at the present time are entitled to vote.
JAMES HERRING, RICHARD PENNELL.
The Right Worshipful Brother Willard offered the following: , .
Rcsolcid, That Benevolent Lodge be permitted to vote at this Commumca-
The Deputy Grand MaSter stated that he considered the motion adverse to the Constitution, and doubted the propriety of the proposed resolution. After some discussion the motion was withdrawn.
It was then Resolvtd, That, as Benevolent Lódge No. 142, had petitioned for an extention of time, the prayer of that Lodge be granted, and time allowed for the payment of their dues.
The Right Worshipful Deputy Grand Master then stated that the time had arrived for the election of officers. I he Right Worshipful Senior Grand Warden informed the Grand Lodge that he had seen the Most Worshipful Grand Master, who consented to serve the Grand Lodge lor the ensuing year.
On motion Resolved Unanimously, That when there is but one candidate for office, ihe election shall be held by show of hands.
The Most Worshipful Morgan Lewis, of Staatsburgh, Duchess County, was then nominated and unanimously re-elected Grand Master.
The following Officers were also unanimously re-elect-
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Rt W. W. Willis, of New-York, Deputy Grand Master. " ' " Joseph Cuyler of Johnstown Senior Grand W arden. « » John D. Willard, of Troy, JuniorC.rand Warden. «' " James Herring, of N. Y. Grand Secretary. « » Richard Ellis, of N. Y. Grand Treasurer. Rt. W. & Rev. Evan M. Johnson, ) Granci Chaplain. of Brooklyn, 5



The following Brethren were elected lof the first time
Rt. W. & Rev. Coogland, "
of Flatbush,
Rt. W. & Rev. William S. Walker fGrand Chaplains. of T roy,
Rt. W. &. Rev. Salem Town, J
W. Gerrit Lansing, re-elected, Grand PWsuivant.
Bro. James Thorburn, re-elected, Grand Tiler.
The fourth Class of Grand Stewards of Charity having served the time for which they were elected, the W. Brothers Wiggins, Coffin, and Seixas, were accordingly elected Grand Stewards for the ensuing four years.
The evening being far advanced, other business was deferred, and the Grand Lodge adjourned until 10 o'clock, totnorrow morning.
The Grand Lodge convened pursuant to adjournment on Friday morning, June 7th, at 10 o'clock, and was called to order.
Present.—The Rt. W. William Willis, Deputy Grand Master, as Grand Master, &c. &c.
The Report of the Special Committee of Investigation Was called up, an additional report received, and the following persons expelled from all the rights and privileges of Masonry, by the unanimous vote of the Grand Lodge as members of Clandestine Lodges, or associates with Clandestine Masons, viz:
Joel M. Spiller, Roswell Graves,
William Woodhull, O wen Colson,
Lewis Hendricks, Lewis Parketton,
Thomas Hyatt, Benjamin F. Conklin, David A. Barnes, illiam Darby,
Henry Jones, -Henry Adair,
Joseph Weaver. Stephen A. Kent.
A Report from the Committee on the publicatioi» of a Masonic Paper was received and adopted, and is as follows:—
The Committee to whom was referred the prospectus of



Brother L. G. Hoffman, in relation to the establishment of a Masonic Newspaper, beg leave to report:
That having had the same under consideration, they fee! satisfied that a paper devoted to Masonic Intelligence, and conducted in a mild and conciliatory spirit would be auxiliavy to the cru se of Masonry, and at the same time be the instrument of doing much good without the walls of the Institution. In the prospectus of Brother Hoffman, now before us, the Committee have the assurance that this course will be sedulously observed, and the Committee have directed their chairman to bring in the foilowing resolution :
Resolved, As the sense of this Grand Lodge, that it is deemed expedient for the Masonic Fraternity of this State, to have an organ of communication, and that from the views of Brother L. G. Hoffman, as expressed in his printed proposals, this Grand Lndge would, and do recommend his proposed publication to the kind wishes of the Fraternity, wherever dispersed.
JOHN D. WILLARD, JOHN S. PERRF.
The Committee on Grievances made a verbal report on the report of the Grand Visiter in Saratoga County, and recommended the foilowing resolution, which was adopted :
The Committee on Grievances recommended that Brother Downing, of Stillwater, be summoned to shevv cause at the next June Communication, why he should not be expelled for refusing to surrender Masonic' property, and for other unmasonic conduct.
The Committee on Warrants made the foilowing report, which was accepted, and the recommendations therein adopted.
The Committee on Warrants respectfully report:
" That they have duly considered all the papers put into their hands, and find many warrants that have been forfeited have not been returned to this Grand Lodge.
Believing that much benefit has been rendered by the Grand Visitors throughout the state, and viewing the present condition of the Institution, under the jurisdiction of this Grand Lodge, we are still of the opinion that much more remains to be done, and recommend that the visiting system be continued.
Your Committee further report—That they have duly considered the application for the revival of Evening Star Lodge, No. 466, in Watervliet, Albany County. Your committee would respectfully recommend that the whole subject of the petition be referred to the Rt, Worshipful Grand Junior Warden, (Brother J. D. Willard,) to grant the request of the petitioners, if in his judg ment he shall deem it expedient, on the payment of one year's Grand Lodge dues.
Junius Lodge, No. 291, have petitioned to have their warrant revived, which has been declared forfeited. Your committee would recommend that the Grand Visiter of Ontario County be empowered to re-organize said Lodge—hold an election, and perform all necessary rites for their revival, as soon as circumstances will permit, on the payment of one year's Grand Lodge dues.
The foilowing Lodges have not made returns since 1835, viz :—
Warren, No. 157, in DutchessCounty, Doric, No. 369, Ulster County, Caledonia, No.402,iu Livingatoo, and Union, No. 499, in Chonango.



It is therefore the opinion of the Committee that^hey be directed by the Grand Secretary to make returns of their members, or surrender their charters to the Grand Visitors, or to the Grand Secretary, on or before the next annuai meeting of this Grand Lodge.
Your Committee have carefully examined the report of Br. Blanchard Powers, Grand Visiter of Genesee County, in relation to ihe unrnasonic conduct of some of the late members of Rising Sun Lodge, No. 317.
In accordance with the directions of the Grand Secretary, he had summoned the following brethren to appear before the Grand Lodge at the present session and show cause why they should not be expelled, \\z '.—Joshua Johnson, Timothy Loomis, Gaius B. Rich, Joseph Peters, Joshua Conghran, and George Cooley. That Joshua Johnson, Timothy Loomis, Gaius B. Rich, and Joseph Peters, treated the summons with contempt, and set the authority of the Grand Lodge at defiance. The committee therefore recommend that said Joshua Johnson, Timothy Loomis, Gaius B. liich, and Joseph Peters, be expelled from all Masonic privileges.
, Your committee further report in favor of suspending all further proceedings in relation to Brothers Joshua Coughran, and George Cooley, and recommend that the Grand Secretary be directed to summon Brother Gardner, and Brother D. Wright, of Rising Snn Lodge, to appear before this Grand Lodgo at lts next annual session, and show cause why they should not be expelled for unrnasonic conduct.
. Your committee have had the subject of re-numbering all the Lodges now in good standing, under consideration, and would recommend that new numbers be assigned to the several Lodges in accordance with the list prepared by the Grand Secretary, pursuant to the order of the Grand Lodge. That the Grand Secretary inform each Lodge of the newnumber assigned it,—and that a certmcate of its new number, and stating the original date of the warrant in proper form, be prepared for each Lodge, under the seal of the Grand Lodge, and signature of the Grand Master, or Deputy Grand Master, and Grand Secretary. 1
All which is respectfully submitted.
E. GILBERT, ) Committee JOHN S. PERRY, > on S. S. BIJNGHAM. j Warrants,
It was unanimously Resolved, That all the forfeited warrants, not yet surrendered to the Grand Lod»e, unless revived with the consent of the Grand Lodge, or surrendered previous to the next June Communication, shall be, and are hereby declared ibrever annulled and incapable of being revived.
Ordered, that the Grand Secretary publish a complete list of all the Lodges with the old and new numbers accordjng to the dates of their warrants.
The Joint Committee on Foreign Correspondence and Gnevances, made the following report, which was adopted.
" The Committee appointed at the last June Communication, on the subject of persons initiated pursuant to the x rench and Scottish rites, report:
That much valuable information has been collected by the GraDd Secretary, pursuant to the resolution of the Grand Lodge, as tn the present state ofMasonry in fccotland, and on the continent of Europa. The subject is important,



but the Committee are of opinion that immediate action in this Grand Lodge is not advisable. The committee therefore recommend the adoption of the lollowing resolution:—
Rtsolvtd, That it is not expedient that any action be had by this Grand Lodge at the present Communication, on the subject of French and Scottish rites.
JOHN D. W1LLARD, RICHAKD ELL1S, STEPHEN A. CUFFIN.
Ordered, that the Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge, and the Secretary of every subordinate Lodge shall keep a book, in whicli shall be written or printed the follovving words i—44 the subscribers do promise upon the pledge of our Masonic obligations and honor, that while we continue within the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of the State of New-York, we will support and conform to the constitution and regulations thereofto whioh every member of said Lodge shall subscribe bis name, and eveiy visiter shall subsoribe the same before he shall be permilted to enter the Lodge: and every applicant for reliëf shall the same before his petition shall be acted on by the Grand Lodge, the Grand Stewards, or by any subordinate Lodge.
After the transaction of some other business, the Grand Lodge adjourned to meet at 4 o'clock, this afternoon, at the Shakspeare, to dedicate the new Lodge koom, and to meet again at the Grand Lodge Room, at 7 o'clock tlns evening.
The Grand Lodge convened pursuant to adjournment at 4 o'clock, on Friday afternoon, at the Shakspeare Hotel, for the purpose of dedicating the new Lodge Room htted up at that place.
PRESENT:
Rt W. Wm. Willis, D. G. M. as Grand Master.
« » Joseph Cuyler, as D. Grand Master.
» lohnS Perrv, Grand Warden.
" James J. Timpson, as J. Grand Warden.
" Richard Pennell, as Grand Secretary.
« Richard Ellis, as Grand Treasurer.
» « James Herring, as Grand Chaplain.
And other officers and members of the Grand Lodge as before.



The Grand Lodge havingljeen called to order, a procession was formed, and proceeded to the new Lodge Room which was dedicated to Masonic purposes according to ancient form and usage.
The Grand Lodge then returned to the room whence they sat out, and was adjourned until 7 o'clock, this evening, to meet at the Grand Lodge Room at the Howard House.
The Grand Lodge of the State of New-York met p'ursuant to adjournment at the Grand Lodge Room at the Howard House, on Friday Evening, the 7th of June, 5839, and was called to order.
Present.—The Rt. W. Wilüam Willis, Deputy Grand Master, as Grand Master, &c. &c.
The minutes of the Grand Lodge held this morning, and the special session held this afternoon at the Shakspeare were read and approved.
The report of the Committee on Charity was received and accepted, and referred to the Grand Steward's Committee of Charity.
The Committee on Foreign Correspondence presented the following report which was accepted and adopted.
The Committee on Foreign Correspondence have examined communications from the Grand Lodges of Ireland, Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, District of Columhia, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Kentucky, Georgia, Alabama, Florida, Indiana, and Louisiana,—from the General Grand Encampment of the United States— the General Grand Chapterof the United States, and the Grand Chapters of New Hampshire and Tennessee. The most important matters to this Grand Lodge contained in these communications are already extracted, and made known by the Grand Secretary in his different reports at the present session of the Grand Lodge. We cannot, hovvever, avoid expressing our gratification at the interesting fact, which is apparent throughout these communications, that the progress of our institution is once more onward and prosperous.
We wish also to take this occasion to tender to the Grand
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Bodies in correspondence with us, our warmest thanks for the prompt and decisive manner in which they have sustained the Grand Lodge of the State of N ew-Y ork, in their late and present efforts to maintain the integrity and honor of the Institution against the violence and injustice of those rebellious spirits who have departed from the original plan
of Masotiry. kICHARD ELLIS,
R. R. BOYD, E. S. BARNUM.
Thefollowing resolution was proposed by the Worshipful Brother Boyd, and unanimously adopted :
Resolved, That a committee of fivc be appointed to ascertain where, and at what price, a site can be obtained for a Masonic Hall, and a plan for the same, estimates for building, and recommend a plan for raising money to pay lor the same, and report to this Grand Lodge at the next Annual Commumcation.
Worshipful Brothers R. R. Boyd, Waring, Herring, Jarvis and Pennell, were nominated by the chair, and confirmed by the Grand Lodge. The Rt. Worshipful Deputy Grand Master and Senior Grand Warden were added to the committee.
Resolved, That no Lodge of Masons under the jurisdictiën of this Grand Lodge, be permitted to liold its meeting in any room occupied and useü Dy clandestine or expelled Masons.
Reports of expulsions, suspensions, &c. were received from the Lodges, and the Grand Lodge closed in due form.
JAMES HERRING, Grand Secretary.
Restored By the Grand Lodge, Philo C. Moulton, fornierly of Watertown Lodge, l\lo. 389. John Blanchard. Daniël R. Styles, and Patrick Finegan, of the late York Lodge, No. 367.
« By La Fayette Lodge, No. 373, Past Master
Benjamin F. Tucker.
" By Hibernia Lodge, No. 339, William Tompson.
Süspsndid By Montgomery Lodge, No. 387, Henry VVilson, and Felix Mc Carroll, for non-payment of dues.
<' By Concord Lodge, No. 304, Robert (j.
Dobbs, and Stephen C. Mott for non-payment of Dues.



Süspexded By German Union Lodge, No. 322, Past Master Henry AVillet, George Grey, and A. Gerald Huil, for non>-payment of dues.
• " By Mt. Moriah Lodge, No. 132, Past Master
Daniël Brooks, George Glendening, Thomas Fuller William Fisher, George Edvvards, John Myers, George D. O'Connell, Clark D. Pullen, John C. Slemmer, A. S. Butler, Mark R. Walker, Washington Adams, Joseph V. Webster and James Bale, for nonpayment of dues.
" By Trinity Lodge, No. 39, Thomas L. Mathevvs, Samuel Samelson, John Mullin, Thomas Bulger, and Daniël Baker, for nonpayment of dues.
Expelled By the Grand Lodge for unmasonic conduct.
Timothy Loomis, Joseph Johnson, Gaius B. Rich, of the late Rising Sun Lodge, No. 317, Joseph Peters, of the late Alleghany Lodge, No. 277.
Joel M. Spiller, William Woodhull, Levvis Hendricks, and Levvis Parketton of the late Silentia Lodge, No. 360. *
Roswell Graves, Owen Colson, Thomas Hyatt, Benjamin F. Conklin, David A. Barnes, Henry Jones, Henry Adair, Joseph Weaver, Stephen A. Kent, and William Darby, of Benevolent Lodge, No. 142.
Expelled By Naval Lodge, No. 391, Charles C. Gardner and Edward Stuart, for unmasonic conduct.
" By Montgomery Lodge, No. 387, Eugene O' Sullivan, and Daniël O'Sullivan, for unmasonic conduct.
" By Albion Lodge, No. 107, William Cooke, for unmasonic conduct.
" By Phoenix Lodge, No. 361, Lawrence Ring, of Lodge, No. 151, Ireland, and John Mc Kewn, of Lodge No. 82, Ireland, for unmasonic conduct.



Form of Commission issued to the Representatives of the Grand Lodge of the State of New- York in Foreign Grand Lodgés.
By the Most Worshipful Morgan Lewis, Esq.
Late Major General in the Armies of the United States, ex-Governor and Chief Justice, President of the Societies of the Cincinnati and St. David, and GRAND MASTER of the Ancient and Honorable Fraternky of Free and Accepted Masons in the State of New-York, in the United States of America.
Whereas, The Grand Masonic Lodge of Ireland, and the Grand Lodge of the State of Njsw- York have mutually agreed to cultivate with each other a more intimate correspondence than has heretofore existed between them, and believing that the tiesof Brotherly Affection may be strengthened, the prosperity of the Masonic Family promoted, and the Unity., Integrity, and Purity of the Order protected, and its Utility and Honor confirmed,by the appointment and reception of Representatives from each of the aforesaid Grand Lodges to the other :
Therefore, be it known, that we, reposing especial trust and confidence in our well beloved Brother, the Right Worshipful John Norman, Esq., of the city of Dublin, Past Deputy Grand Master, have thought fit to constitute and appoint, and by these presents do constitute and appoint the said Right Worshipful John Norman, Esq., the Representative of the Grand Lodge of the State of New-York, to the Grand Masonic Lodge of Ireland, for the purposes aforesaid. _ .
In testimony whereof, we have caused the seal of the Grand Lodge, to be hereunto affïxed, and have signed the same, at the city of New-York, in the United States of America, the 21 st day of November, A. D. 1838, A. L. 5838.
MORGAN LEWIS, Grand Master.
Attest.
JAMES HERRING, Grand Secretary.



The jewel to be worn by the Ilepresentatives of the' Grand Lodge of the State of New-York in foreign Grand Lodges, is the usual jewel of a Past Master, surrounded by a wreath of Palm and Laurel, similar to the jewels of the Grand Officers.
The Collar and Apron the same as those worn by the Grand Officers of this Grand Lodge.



A List of all the Lodges in regular standing with the Grand Lodge of the State of New-York on the 8th of June,
A. L. 5839.
O" Date ofWarrant^l^ Name' . -2^^
Old W. Doe. 7,1757,) j gt. Johns. New-York. New-York.
1 Ren'd. Jan. 9 1789. \
O W. Dec. 15, 1760, J g Lnd. R. Arch. "
2 R. W. Jan. 9, 1789. S ...
O W. Feb. 21,1765, ? g Mt. Vernon. Albany. Albany.
3 R. w. Dec. 3,1806. 5
O. W. May 23, 1766, t 4 3t. Patriclcs. Johnstown. 1 ulton.
4 r! W. July20, 1784. S
O. VV. March 5,1768 ? 5 Masters. Albany. Albany.
° R. W. Feb. 15,1794, S ,
O. W. Sep. 14, 1774 } g gt. Georges'. Schenectady. Schenectady.
8 ll'W^P1W7182'2' 7 Hudson. Hudson. Columbia
12 March 7 8 Holland. New-York. New-York.
13 September 20, Wo/. y New Lebanon Columbia.
14 September ' L', ]0 Kingston. Kingston. Ulster. 20 December 8 1790. n Anueable. New Hartford Oneida
22 April 7,1792- w Trinity. New-York. New-York.
39 March 23.1795. U W Troy. Rensselaer.
49 June 19, 1796. ']4 Temple, Albany. Albany.
63 November 11,17J6. Western Star Bridgewater. Oneida.
56 January 18 17J7. ^ Hempstead. Queens
63 Jvxtie 23,1797, La Un. Fran. New-York. New-York.
71 June 25,1798. lg Ulute(J Brelh. Cazenovia. Madison.
76 January ö, 1799- F tltude. Brooklyn. Kings
81 December 4 17.®. « Abram8, New.York. New-York.
83 ■fanu?rï .jr,,! 21 Washington. "
84 March 5, 1801). f St. Johns. Greenfield. Saratoga
90 February 12, 1802. Adelphi. New-York. New-York.
91 June 29,1802, friendship. Stephenstown Rensselaer. 95 1S04 25 Constellaüon. May field. Montgomery.-
103 f» ior 1804 26 Albion. New-York. New-York.
107 March 26,1 ' 27 Mt. Moriah.
132 March o, loUb. u
O W. Sept. 3, 1806, ? gg Benevolent.
142 R-W. Dec. 6, 1837, J Champion. Champion. Jefferson.
146 December 3, 1806. 2J P cufton Park. Saratoga.
149 December3 1806. 30 Farmers.^ New York.
153 March 4, 1807. Warren. Pine Plains- öutchess.
157 June 10,1807. | Geneva. üntar.o.
160 September 2,18OT- . sara. Springs Saratoga.
185 September 6,1809. M yen li. Star. Venice. Cayuga.
196 November 18,1811. ■» VVindsor. Broome.
197 November 20,1811. 3b Ark. Guilford. (Chenango, 204 March 17,1812. 37 Rismg^un. New Paltz. jUlster.
207 July 10.1812- 39 ISuve Braneh] Bethany. iöenesee. 215 'May 20, lolo.



Na Date of Warrant. | Name. Town. County.
221 June 10, 1813. 40 Olive Branch. Frankfort. Herkimer.
229 November 27, 1813. 41 Sylvan. Moravia. Caynga,
234 June 11, 1814. 42 Washington. Manheim. Herkimer.
241 June 2, 1815, 43 Star. Petersburgh, Rensselaer.
259 June 11,1816. 44 Rvening Star. Hornellsville. Steuben.
261 June 11, 1816. 45 Union. Lima. Livingston.
266 Jnly 15, 1816. 46 Mohawk, Danube. Herkimer.
270 November 20,1816. I 47 Utica. Utica. Oneida.
271 December 5, 1816. 48 Ark. Ooxackie. Greene. 289 June 5, 1S17. 49 Watertown, Watertown. Jefferson. 304 April 23, 1818. 50 Concord. New-York. New-York. 309 June 8, 1818. / 51 Fidelity. Trumansburff Tompkins. 315 October 16, 1818. 52 Whitesboro. Whitesboro. Oneida. 318 March 4, 1819. 53 Brownville. Brownville. Jefferson. 322 April 14, 1819. 54 Germ. Union. New-York. New-York. 336 June 11, 1821 55 Rising Sun. Marbletown. Ulster.
338 December 5, 1821. 56 Hohenlinden. Brooklyn. Kings.
339 December 6, 1821. 57 Hibernia. New-Vork. New-York. 3H1 June 6, 1823. 58 Phqenix. Lansingburgh Rensselaer. 362 June 6,1823. 59 Steuben, Dansville. Livingston.
369 June 6, 1823. 60 Doric. Esopus. Ulster.
372 June 6, 1823» tf] Prattsb. Union VVheeler. Steuben.
370 March 26. 1824. 62 Manhattan. New-York. New York. 402 June 4, 1824. 63 Caledonia. Caledonia. Livingston.
373 December 2, 1824. 64 l.a Fayette. New-York. New-Vork. 421 June 7, 1825. 65 Morning Star. Canisteo. Stenben.
384 June 24, 1825. < 66 Kicfnnond, Castleton. Hichmond.
385 September 7, 1825. 67 Mariners, New-York. New-York. 387 December 24,1825. 68 Montgotnery. "
391 June 8, 1826. 69 Naval. " "
4!)9 June 7, 1b27, 70 Union. Coventry. Chenango.
507 Jarmary 7, 1828. j 71 Ancient. New-York. New-York.
June 7,1838, ! 72 St. Simon&) Channingsville Dutchess. St. Jude. 5
i



Classificatioii of tlie Grand Stewards of Charity
lst Class elected in 1836.
W. James T. Harding, ) June, July, August, 1838.
" George Davis, > A iR/in'
" Samuel Westcott, 5 March, April, May, 1840.
2d Class elected in 1837.
W. Robert R. Boyd, ) June, July, August, 1839-
" John Satterthwaite, > Sept. Oct. Nov. 1840 » James Millar, Jr. > March, April,.May, 1841-
3d Class elected in 1838.
}Dec. 1838. Jan. Feb. 1839. June, July, August. 1840. Sept.'Oct. Nov. 1841. March, April, May, 1842.
4th Class elected in 1839.
. . ^ Dec. 1839 Jan. Feb. 1840.
W. Richard Wiggins, I June, July, August, 1841.
" Daniël Seixas, >g , 0ct. Nov. 1842.
" John Colfin, Jr, J jyjar> April, May, 1843»











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TRANSACIIONS
OF THE
saaiaïfi ^sy©i23sias,a^& oiaüsrffi» aoaxaia
OF THE
ANCIENT AND HONORABLE FRATERNITY OF
#«l # fïeC?|)tfïr 2pï«S0«Hf 0
OF THE STATE OF NEW-YORK,
AT THE
ANNUAL COM MUNIC ATION,
On the 3d, 4th, anil 5th of June, A. L. 5840.
Ordered to be read in all the Lodges for the information of the Brethren.
Neto=srorlt:
JOSEPH M. MARSH, PRINTER, 5 ELDRIDGE-STREET, 1840.







TRANS ACT 10 N8
OF THE
I2IK&32SS ^J7(DïS3IEiaïPa>IiriL ©ISilSrS) a©2>öia
OF THB
ANCIENT AND HONORABLE FRATERNITY OF
fljpvtt # fïw,pfrïr jpiïasojis
OF THE STATE OF NEW-YORK,
AT THE
ANNUAL COMMUNICATION,
Ou the 3rd, 4th, tnd 5th of June, A. L. 5840.
Ordered to be read in all the Lodges for the information of the Brethren,
JOSEFH M. MARSH, PRINTER, 5 EDDRIDGE-STREET.
1840,







The Grand Annual Communication of the Rt. W. Grand Lodge of the Ancient and Honorable Fraternity of Free and Accepted Masons, of the State of New-York, was held at the Grand Lodge Room, in the city of New-York, on Wednesday evening, the 3rd of June, A. L. 5840, and opened in AMPLE FORM, and with prayer.
«fflBIH BÏPAÏÏÏE ®3P S5'31W°°2'®IBIEo
JUNE 3rd, A. L. 5840.



PRESENT,
The Most W. Morgan Lewis, Grand Master.
" Right " William Willis, D. Grand Master.
" " " Joseph Cuyler, S. Grand Warden.
" " " John D. Willard, J. Grand Warden.
" " " James Herring, Grand Secretary.
" " " Richard Ellis, Grand Treasurer. " " L.G.Hoffman,ofNo.3. as Grand Marshal.
" " Daniël Ayres, G. Stand. Bearer.
" " John Coffin, G. Sword Bearer.
" " James G. Finn, S. Grand Deacon.
" " Greenfield Pote, J. Grand Deacon.
" " Gerrit Lansing, Grand Pursuivant.
Brother James Thorburn, Grand Tiler.
The Representatives of the Grand Lodges of Ireland, District of Columbia, and New-Jersey, and the Representatives and Past Masters of the following Lodges:
St. John's, No. 1 Ark, SS
Ind. lioyal Arch, 2 Columbia, 38
Mount Vernon, S Olive Brancb, 39
St. Patrick's, 4 Washington, 42
Masters, 5 Mohawk, 46
Hurlson, 7 Utica, 47
Holland, 8 Ark, 48
Unity, 9 Watertown, 49
Kingston, 10 Concord, 50
Trinity, 12 Brownville, 53
Apollo, 13 German Union, 54
Temple, 14 Hohenlinden, 56
L'Union Frangaise, 17 Hibernia, 57
Fortitude, 19 Phcenix, 58
Abrams, 20 Manhattan, 62
Washington, 21 La Fayette, 64
St. John's, 22 MorningStar, 65
Adelphi, 23 Richmond, 66
Constellation, 25 Mariner's, 67
Albion, 26 Montgomery, 68
Mount Moriah, 27 Naval, 69
Benevolent, 28 St. Simon and St. Jude, 72
Farmers, 30 Lockport, 73
Mechanic, 31 Evening Star, 75



The Minutes of the Quarterly Meeting of the Grand Lodge, held on the 4th of March, A. L. 5840, were read and approved.
The Minutes of the Grand Steward's Lodge, held on the 27th May, and 2nd June, were read, and confirmed.
. Grand Officers reported the following letter from the Chairman of a Committee, appointed by the Grand Lodge ot JNevv-Jersey, in November, 1839, which had been received in the latter part of April last, and also their answer to the Committee.
" Grand Lodge of New-Jersey, JYov. \ith, A. D. 1837. A. L. 5837.
The Committee appointed to examine the foreign correspondence made the following Report:
Amongthe communciations received during the pastyear, we find nothina- that requires the aclion of the Grand Lodge, at this time, except the one received IrOTa the Grand Lodge of New-York. Your Committee regret to find that dimculties hare arisen among the Brethrenin the city, which originated with lork Lodge, No. 367. It appears that that Lodge had resolved to have a procession, and celebrate the Anuiversary of St. John, the Baptist, on the 24th of June, last. As this was contrary to the customs of the Grand Lodge, the De,raI Master, in the absence of the Grand Master, and in the exercise ?' hls du'y. issued his Proclamation, forbidding such procession; and also went in person to the place of meeting, on the morning of the said 24th June, and requested that the procession should not be formed; both of which was disregarded ; and we regret to find that the Deputy Grand Master was treated in a aisrespectful and unmasonic manner. In con9equence of those proceedings of York Lodge No. 367, the Grand Lodge, at their meeting on the 12th July, last, expelled several of the Brethren, who had been most active in forming procession, and joining in the celebration. The expelled Brethren then proceeded to form, what they term, a Grand Lodge, contrary to the rules and regu ations of Masonry; and we regret to find that their officers have been instalied.
• I0" Comm>ttee are of opinion the Grand Lodge should be sustained in their proceedings, and wonld recommend that no intercourse be held with tlie expelled Masons, or with what they call their Grand Lodge.
Nov. 14, A. D. 1837. A. L. 5839.
«!;„nprl f x■ J- MAYNARD, > „ g • £ JOHN MERSHON, J Committee.
The Report was agreed to, and the Committee discharged.''
of the Proceedings of the Grand. Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons, of
the State of New-Jersey, held at the Masonic Hall, in the city of Trenton, on
Tuesday, November the 12(A, A. D. 1839. A. L. 5839.
Brother John S. Darcy, in behalf of St. John's Grand Lodge, in the State ot New- York, made application to re-consider all former proceedings of this was0 111 relation to St. John's Grand Lodge, aforesaid; whereupon it
Resolved—That Brothers Elias Van Arsdale, Jr., Daniël Babbitt, and Simeon Baldwm, be appointed a Committee, to investigate all matters of difference be-



tween the Grand Lodge of the State of New-York, and St. John s Grand Lod^e aforesaid, which may be submitted to their consideration, and tliat they renort'to this Grand Lodge, the result of their inquiries, and their opinions, relative to the matters in controversy, and that they furmsh each of the parties with copies of their Report, for their consideration.
Neicarh, JY. J. 1 Sth Feb. 1840.
Dear Sib,—As Chairman of the Committee, named in the enclosed Resolution, adoptéd by the Grand Lodge of the State of New Jersey, at their las annual communication, I herewith enclose you the same; and also, an extract of the proceedings therein feferred to, from which y°u wJi readily Petce1''® the nature of the duty entrusted to the Committee. Jt is requested that you will lay the same before the Grand Lodge, of which you have the honor to be Sccretary, at their next communication, that they may adopt such measuresm relation to the matters to be investigated by the Committee, as they shall deem
adThebcimmittee, in undertaking this investigation, feel that they are entering unon the discharge ofa duty of a very delicate and serious nature, but hope, and trust, for the honor of the Fratemity, that they wijl be metbyallpartieg interested in that spirit of brotherly love and fnendship, for which the order has ever been distinguished, that they may thereby be the better enabled to discharge the duty entrusted to them, to the satisfaction ol all parties^
Withadesire of general accommodation in this business, the Committee nronose visiting your city, at such time as may best suil the convenience of all concerned. An ansvver, communicating the result of the deliberations of your Grand Lodge, at as early a day as practicable, is respectfully sohcited.
A serious indisposition for some time past has prevented me from making this communication at an earlier day.
Respectfully and Fraternally,
Your obedient Servant,
E. VAN ARSDALE, Jr. To JAM g ar'y ofthe Grand Lodge of the State of New-York.
—s—
To Elias Van Arsdale, Jr. Esq., Chairman of Committee, from the Rt. W. Grand Lodge, of New-Jersey.
Ncio-York, April 29th, 1840.
Brother —The Officers of the Rt. W. Grand Lodge of the state of NewYork have had your letter of the 18th of February, under consideration, and believe it to be their duty to convey to you, without delay, their views in relation to the subject of your communication. 
This Grand Lodge was originally constituted in 1781, by warrant from the Duke of Athol, Grand Master of England, with sole Masonic jurisdiction in the then Provinco of New-York. Amongst other powers granted1 in said warrant is full and ample authority " to liear, adjust, and impartially determine all and sinsular matters ofComplaint,Dispute, Uebate, or Controversy, relative to the Craft within the jurisdiction aforesaid; strictly requirmgall and everyoi our Worthv and Loving Brethren within the jurisdiction aforesaid, to be conformable to all and every of the good Rules, Orders, Issues, and Decrees,



which shall from time to time be ordered, issued, or decreed, by the said I!t. Worshipful Provincial Grand Lodge." After the war, by which the civil governments of this country were separated from the Jiritish empire, there was a manifest propriety in the separation of the several Masonic governments of the United States, from the Grand Lodge of England. This was accordingly done, but with perfect harmony, and the continued interchange of fraternal correspondence. This Grand Lodge, therefore, has always possessed the right of exclusive jurisdiction within this state: this right they have ever guarded with vigilance. Attempts have been made to establish Lodges within its jurisdiction, under foreign charters; but they have never received countenance from any Grand Lodge in this country. So late as March, 1829, this Grand Lodge had occasion to remind the Fraternity " that no Lodge of Free Masons, however regular shall have been the admission of the whole, or a portion of its members into the Mystic band, can assemble for the purpose ofMasonic labor within the jurisdiction of this Grand Lodge, without deriving therefrom its authority so to do." From this position the Grand Lodge of the State of New-York never can depart. Neither can it permit any individual, or any number of individuals from a foreign jurisdiction, to come into this state, either to establish Lodges, or in any other way to interfere with its riglus and privileges as a sovereign and independent Grand Lodge. In this position the Grand Lodge of the State of New-York has been ably sustained by the various Grand Lodges of the United States, where the special subject referred to in your letter has been taliën into consideration, many of whose communications have been published in the transactions of this Grand Lodge, in June 1839, and to which the following report, adopted by the M. W. Grand Lodge of Ohio, may be added, as it imbodies, undoubtedly, the only true principles applicable to the case.
" Your committee have also examined the proceedings of a body styling themselves the St. John's Grand Lodge of the State of New-York. From this last document, as well as from the minutes of the proceedings of the Rt. W. Grand Lodge of the State of New-York, it appears that an attempt is being made to assert and oxercise a concurrent and independent Masonic jurisdiction over the same territory, by separate and distinct bodies. This course, if persisted in on the one hand, or tolerated ou the other, must lead to results as monstrous in practice, as itis clearly antagonist to every principle of Masonry. Harmony, so essential to the well being of the Craft, cannot subsist between two bodies thus constituted, nor between their members. Into the causes which have led to this deplorable state of things, we conceive it to be unnecessary for us to inquire, inasmuch as it would be incompetent to this Grand Lodge to exercise any power to correct the error, wherever it might lefaund; suffice it for us to deprecate the existence of such a state of things; our duty in the premises is to search for the Ancient Land Marks, and when found, to direct to 'the old path.' From the best lights your Committee have been able to bring to the consideration of the subject, they are clear in the opinion, that decisions duly made by the M. W. Grand Lodge of the State of New-Y ork, are, within that state, the supreme Masonic Law, from which no appeal can be entertained, unless there shall be constituted a General Grand Lodge of the United States; a measure which your Committee suggest for consideration, rather than recommend. Whileaffairs maintain their present posture, however, we conceive that this Grand Lodge, neither in justice to its own character, in justice to its senior, the Kt. W. Grand' Lodge of the State of New-York, nor in justice to the sacred and immutable principles of Masonry, can recognize the legitimate existence within the borders of the state of New-York, of any Masonic jurisdiction, aside from, and independent of that of the M. W. Grand Lodge of the State of New-York." . The Grand Lodge of Ohio, at the s-ame time, adopted the following resolu-



" Resolved, That we regard ihe attempted establishment of St. John'a Grand Lodge of the State of New-York, as scismatic and illegal; and ita tendency aubversive of the vita! principlea of Free Masonry: and that therefore, th® measure meets our unqualified reprehension."
From the foregoing remarks, you will readily perceive the opiniona of the Officers of the Grand Lodge of (the State of New-York, on the proposition submitted; and here they would vvillingly terminate, were it proper, or possible for them to vvithhold the expression of their surprise, and regret at the apparent oversight and inconsistency of the course proposed by you, in the namd of the Grand Lodge of New-Jersey.
Your Grand Lodge is aware—for the fact has been published with its proceedings—that an attempt haa been made to establish in this state, not only a concurrent jurisdiction over Masons and Masonry, but a jurisdiction to be cxercised by expelled Masons, between whom and the fraternity of New Jersey, it has been declared by the Grand Lodge of New-Jersey, no intercourse ought to exist, as may be seen by a reference to the resolutions and reports of Nov. 1837, and Nov. 1838, which resolutions the Grand Lodge of New-Jersey, in Nov. 1839, (as we have been officially informed by their Grand Secretary,) refused to rc-consider, although that important fact has been omitted in the published report of the proceedings, and in tbe extract contained in your letter.
It has been a subject of regret to the Fraternity in this state, that any Past Grand Officer, of New-Jersey, should have overstepped the boundary of our jurisdiction, to give the least countenance to so gross an innovation in the Landmark» of the Order. A sincere regard to the Grand Lodge of New-Jersey, and an earnest desire to preserve her councils in peace, has hitherto restrained our complaints, especially* after the unanimous declaration, m 1837, " that no intercourse (should) be held with the expelled Masons, or with what they call their Grand Lodge," had been adopted. .
Even now, notwithstanding the irreconcilable inconsistency of the closing act of November, 1839, we are willing to seek for an apology, and to believe that it has been caused by a desire to promote the harmony of the Fraternity in a neighboring state, rather than from any intention of interfering with lts domestic affairs. If this has been the motive which influenced the Grand Lodge of New-Jersey; in the appointment of the Committee, of which you are the chairman, we can assure you, and we request that you will so aasure y°<-'r Grand Lodge, that the harmony and unanimity which bas prevailed in the Grand Lodge of this state, since September, 1837, has frequently been he subject of remark and congratulation, by its elder jnembers, and is such aa the
Grand Officers hope to 8ee preserved to the end of their career.
The fact, however, that no injury has resulted to thia Grand Lodge, from the effort which has been made to establish a clandestine body within lts territorv; a body composed principally of persons who had been previously and individually expelled from the Fraternity, (and who, aecordmg to the mvariable usages of Masonry, must individually appeal for restoration to the body which expelled them,) has not, it appears, been satisfactory to the individuat member of the Graud Lodge of New-Jersey, of whose unwarrantable mterference we have withheld complaint: and we are conatrained etill, by tti» same seutimenta of regard for the Rt. W. Grand Lodge, of which heisa member, from expressing more than our surprise, that that respectab e Grand Lodge should have entertained, for a moment, the insultmg proposition, that the Grand Lodge of the State of New-York, should submit their lawful acts to the revision of any Committee, however respectfully composed, or by whatever existing authority constituted. ,u.:,
The Grand Officers think it proper to close these remarks by/lat'
opinion of the position in which this business rests m this Grand Lodge, ana do 60, by a quotation from the minutes of Sept. 6, 1837.



" Resohed, Thai no further proceedings he liad on the subject, until the nar Grand Body" emselves aSgrieved> make a respectful application to this
We are, respectfully, and Fraternally, Your's,
C MORGAN LEWIS, Grand Master.
Signed < WILLIAM WILLIS, D. G. M.
ognea s RICHARD ELUg> Q Treasurer
■ JAMES HERRING, G. Secretary.
n/TT0f°regoingcorrespondence laving been read, the Rt. W. Junior Grand Warden stated, that it was vvith the greatest surprise he had heard read, the extraordinary letter of the Brother in Nevv-Jersey; and that it was with satislaction he had heard the answer which had been promptlv returned by the Officers of this Grand Lodge, residingin the city of New-York and its vicinity; and he therefore moved the following resolution:
Resohed, That the answer returned by the Officers of this Grand Lodge, to Lodge'mmntee Grand Lodge of New-Jersey, is approved by this Grand
The Rt. W. Sen. Grand W arden, said he fully concurred in the sentiments expressed by the Rt. W. Jun. Grand Warden, and seconded the Eesolution, which was by the Grand Lodge, unanimously adopted.
A letter from the Rev. Salem Town, one of the Grand bhaplains of the Grand Lodge, was then read. It communicated the regrets of the writer at his inability to attend the present session of the Grand Lodge; many kind expressions ofattachment to the Grand Lodge, and the Brotherhood, and his best wishes for their prosperity.
Resohed, That the Grand Lodge proceed to the election of Officers, for the ensuing year, at 8 o clock, to-morrow evening.
ro™lg?aUWOhoe'clock.Grand ^ adj°UrnS' " adj°UrnS '° meet to"mor-
foliow1ngrand Master then rePorted the appointmentofthe STANDING COMMITTEES.
1840.
r j ,-7 ^Right W* Bro* Herring, G. S. Jn Credenhals. < W. Bro. Hoffman, No. 3.
( W. Bro. Carrique, No. 7.
~ ~ . CRight W. Bro. Willard, J. G. W.
Un Grievances. J W. Bro. Eights, No. 5,
( W. Bro. Starks, No. 14.
2



Right W. Bro. Cuyler, S. G. W. W. Bro. Fairchild, No. 48. W. Bro. Sax, No. 22.
' Right W. Bro. Coffin, G. S. B. W. Bro. Dixon, No. 66.
Bro. Sigourney, No. 49. W. Bro. Robertson, No. 1. W. Bro. Seixas, No. 26. W. Bro. Millar, No. 31. W. Bro. R. R. Boyd, No. 1. W. Bro. Bingham, No. 58. W. Bro. Waring, No. 19. : W. Bro. Bamum, No. 47.
W. Bro. Copeland, No. 69. ' W. Bro. De Forrest, No. 62.
Resolmd, That the Grand Secretary be directed to distribute the numerous Communications and documents in his hands, intended for the action of this Grand Lodge, immediately, to the appropriate Committees.
The Grand Lodge then adjourned until ten o'clock tomorrow morning.
JAMES HERRING, Grand Secretary.
On Warrants.
On Charity.
On accounts of Delegates.
On Foreign Correspondence.
Ou Room Kent.
TKÏÏKSDAY IVIOK.NING, June \th, 5840.
The Grand Lodge convened pursuant to adjournment, at 10 o'clock, on Thursday Morning, the 4th of June, 5840, and was called to order.
PRESENT,
Rt. W. Josepli Cuyler, S. G. W.
" " Elisha Gilbert, P. J. G. W.
" " John D. Williard, J. G. W.
" L. G. Hoffman, of No. 3.
" " Jarnes Herring,
" " Richard Ellis,
" " Rev. William F. Walker,
as Grand Master. as Dep. Gr. Master. as Sr. Gr. Warden, as Jr. Gr. Warden. Grand Secretary. Grand Treasurer. Grand Chaplain.



PaT/lU^t16' Gr?!u ?ffi!;ürs' an'1 tl,e Kepresentatives, and t ast Masters, of the Lodges, as before.
The Minutes of the Meeting of the Grand Lodge, held last evening, were read and approved.
port ^ Committee on Grievances made the following Re-
Grodn', rvl0ng 0thfrmatterS' \hey have had Uöder consideration the case of Downin?rs befn dTer mea)ber,ofM''»tg°'"ery L"dge, in Stillwater. Said
pe^d fnri h^ hn^f i)[SUmra0ned'0shew cause wh>' he shollld "ot be expelled , and lias had full opportumty to answer the charges against him.
Ihe papers submitted to the Committee, establish by the clearest riroof that
t1S„ad~aeMa I"' ^ a»d » nnwo^KS'lSS
denrived nfnlThe Committee gommend that he be expelled, and uepnved or all the rights and privileges of Masonry.
Grand Lodge Room, ) JON/VTHA1* E1GHTS
June 4th, A. L.5340. { AwIsÏIÏks'
Whereupon, it was
Resolved That the Report of the Committee be adopted, and that Grodus righranfpZC o7MrónerJ.°f Mas0»ic communicatief and of all «he
wa^ m0t'0n °f the R'Sht WorshiPful Grand Chaplain, it
Resoleed, That the Grand Secretary be, and hereby is instructed to send -opies of the proceedings of this Grand Lodge, to such leading Masons in Michigan, as niay, m lus opinion, serve to make known, to Masons genera'llv Downing. ' C°UrSe ^ by thU °™'d Lodgo,'in regarS'tf Grodus
The Grand Secretary made a statement of information which had been commumcated to him of courses pursued by the clandes me Lodges, in this city, which were calculated to inveigle and delude members of the Fraternity visiting the city ; and requesting some action of the Grand Lodge, by which the Fratermty might be more extensively guarded and cautioned against deception. After various proposi-
férrPd tn SübTS' and dlscussed'the subject was re-
ltried to the Grand Officers, witli povvers.
The Grand Lodge then adjourned unlil U o'clock, this anemoon.



thürsbaï afibrnoon, June 4th, 5840.
The Grand Lodge convened pursuant toacljoummentat 4J o'clock, on Thursday alternoon, June 4th, o840, and was called to order. pRESENT.
Rt W Joseph Cuyler, S. G. W. as Grand Master.
« ElishaGilbert,P.J.G.W as D. G. Master.
« Richard Carrique, of No. 7, as S. G. Warden. « A. W. Stark, of No. 14, as J. G. Warden. « « James Herring, G.rand Se^tary.
« « Richard Ellis, a vZ^
" [] P] A(y?'Cfr' Q. Sword Bearer.
"And the other Grand Qfficers and the Reprensentatives
and Proxies of the Lodges as before.
The Minutes of the bession of the Grand Lodge
morning were read and approved. . „ .
The Committee on Warrants made the fohowing Report, which was accepted, and after amendment, adopted. and is
abyl0 the Right Worshipful the Grand Lodge of the State of
= >« *& - «. <■■■' *o "
stored; to be located m the Ma3.er 'j0b Goff, Senior Warden, and
that John H. Alkander be the T > ^ paving one year's dues.
Peleg G. Cob, J. Warden, oJ^dL g in tlie County
„olved and your Committee recoramend that the urana ce.r ,
„Sbrg~C*ïeUa vf.tet, Of i.c«»,.ra,».,,.,tem.



been surrendered intohis hands, by the Lodges in said County. Your Committee recommend that Br. Powers liave discretionary power to collect the said notes, and when collected, to pay the same to the Grand Secretary.
Your Committee recommend that a Warrant he granted to Luther Couch, as Master, Elijah Patridge, as Senior Warden, and Philip Dill, as Junior Warden, to hold a Lodge at Mixville, in the County of Alleghany, by the name of Mixville Lodge, No.
Junius Lodge held at Waterloo, in the County of Seneca, lias been revived by the W. Luther Kelly, Grand Visiter, for said County, and your Committeo recommend that said Lodge take the No. 74.
The Rt. W. J. D. Willard having reinstated and installed the Officers of Evening Star Lodge, held in the Village of West Troy, your Committee recommend that said Lodge take the No. of 75.
AU of which is respectfully submitted.
JOSEPH CUYLER, Chairman.
The follovving Reporfs were received, and ordered to be entered on the JVlinutes :
The Grand Secretary of the Right Worshipful Grand Lodge of the State of New-York, hasto Report:
That from the 29th of May, 1839, to the 27lh of May, 1840, he lias received and paid over to the Grand Treasurer, $1303 G9.
Ofthis amountthere were for Returns, $667 32
Certificates, 46 25
Dispensations, 60 00
Dividends an Stock, 514 12
Miscellaneous, 15 50
Constitutions, 50
$1303 69.
The Grand Treasurer of the Right Worshipful Grand Lodge of the State of New-York, has the honor to Report:
That he has received from the Right Worshipful Grand Secretarv, Brother James Herring, during the vear conimencing the ]st of Juue,5839, to the 27th of May, 5840, the sum of Thirteen Hundred and Three Dollars, and Sixtynine Cents.
That he has paid and prodnced vouchers to the Right Worshipful Grand Steward's Lodge, as follows, viz:
To Delegates from Country Lodges, $250 75
" Pensioners of the Right Worshipful Grand Lodge, 264 00
" Incidental Expenses, Rent of Grand Lodge Room, Print-
ing, &c. &,c 425 77
" Salaries of the Grand Officers, 756 81
" Balance Due Grand Treasurer, May 29'.h, 5839. 79 80
$1778 13
By cash received from Right Worshipful Grand Secretary, 1303 6!»
Balance due Grand Treasurer, $474 44
AU of which is most respectfully submitted.
KICIiARD ELLIS, Grand Treasurer.
June 4th, A. L. 5840.



The Committee on Grievances made tlie following Report, which was accepted, and the recommendations therein contained unanimously adopted.
The Committee on Grievances Report—That they have had under considerationthe petition of Dr. A. D.Wilson, former member of Columbia Lojlge, No. 392, complaining of the conductof that Lodge, in suspending him therefrom, in 1829. That Lodge has since become estinct. The Committee have investigated the facts connected with this case, and are unanimously of öpihion that the petitioner should be restored to Masonic privileges. They recommend that it be done by this Grand Lodge accordingly.
The Committee have also had under consideration the petition of James Shaw, late member of Vork Lodge, which formerly existed in the city of INewYork. He was absent from the city at the time those unmasonic and revolutionary measures vvere adopted by York Lodge, which led to the expulsion of its rnembers; and he expresses in decided terms his disapproval oftheir course. Your Committee are unanimously of opinion that the prayer of hls petition ought to be granted, and that he should be restored by this Grand Lodge to Masonic privileges.
In relation to the property which formerly belonged to Montgomery Lodge, in Stillwater, your Committee recommend that the Hon. George Palmer, former Master of that Lodge, be clothed with full power to adopt such course as
he shall deem advisable. Judge Palmer is intimately known to some of your
Committee. He is a man of character, talents, legal knowledge, and discretion,—and the authority with which it is proposed to invest him, may safely be entrusted to him.
Your Committee have had under consideration the petition of Seth Wheeler, and others, members of Prattsburgh Union Lodge, in the County of bteuben. After a consideration of all the circumstauces connected with the case, your Committee recommend that said Lodge be authorized to organize, and tna they be required to pay their Grand Lodge dues at the next June communication, or previous thereto, or in default thereof, that their Warrant be lorleited, and they required to surrender it. d willard>
Grand Lodge Room, ? JONA. EfGHTS,
June 5th, A.L. 5840. \ A. W. STARK.
The Grand Lodge then adjourned until 7 o'clock this evening.
Ï5?HUS.SSA■2, EVBÜïISïö-f June 4th, 5840.
The Grand Lodge convened pursuant to adjourninent, at 7 o'clock, on Thursday evening, June 4th, 5840, and was ca lied to order.
PRESENT:
Ri-ht W. William Willis, I). G. M. as Grand Master,



The other Grand Officers and the Representatives of the Codges as before.
The Minutes of the Afternoon Session of the Grand Codge were read and approved.
The Committee on Credentials made the following Report, which was accepted and approved.
Ihe Committee on Credentials have examined the documents submitted to them, and find the following Lodges pre-
thë r ™nAntltJCtl'° V,0le aI Communica^on of
tne Crand Lodge, in June, A. L. 5840.
N°. 1. St. John's, by their Officers and Past Masters,
6. Ind. Koyal Arch, by " «
3. Mt Vernon by W Lewis G. Hoffman, Master, and Bro
George S. Gibbons, J. W.
4. St. Patrick's, by Rt. W. Joseph Cuyler, Master
5. Masters, by W.Jonathan Eights, Master,
S.T' Co £ M- B" Turner' S' W. and
,o X"'1?' byLRt; V^' Elisha Gilbert, Master.
i o' Jrinity, by their Officers and Past Masters.
ïï' ^p°"°> by Br0- N. T. Woodruff, S W 14. Temple, by A. VV. Starks, VV. M.
\l krt"^S' bytheir 0ffirs -d Masters.
20. Abrams, by their « „
21. Washington, by their « « i, 9s' a'i byuW' Renselaer Sax, Master.
27! Mt feiat by'he?® «6rS ^
28. Benevolent, by their" •• «
oo l'armf;r's'by VV Solomon Brown, Master.
2S" Ark, by Right W. Richard Ellis, p'roxy.
38. Columbia, by VV. John L. Barnes, Master.
39. Olive Branch, by Right VV. James Herring, proxy 47. Utica, by Ezra S. Barnum, J. W. 7
■ & / W" f airchüd, Master.
49. Watertown, byA. P. Sigourney, S VV
%: Sr "-'•■■■
S: SzaS&ig*0IE.""' - pr "-«»•
58. Phcenix by W. S. S. Bingham, Master.
64 La Fayette, Jy their °®?" and P?f' M"*»65. Morning Star, by Right VV. Richard Ellis, proxv
£ Mtsy/lï0";.*"""1 prM»r
S' JIontg°mery» by their " " «r
09. Naval, by their « „ tl
75. Evening Star, by L M. Tracyfj. VV



All of which is respectfully submitted,
JAMES HERRING, RICHARD CARR1QUË.
The following Resolution was adopted in relation to Amendmentsof the Constitution.
Resolved That no amendment or alteration of the Constitution of this Grand Lodae shall ba made, unless the sarae shall have been proposed at a June commumcation, aud laid over for considerahon, until the next regular June communication. , .
The Grand Master declared the hour to have arrived at which the eiection for Grand Officers was appointed to be beid.
It was moved and seconded, That when there is but one candidatefor office, the eiection shall be held by show of hands, which was carried unanimousl..
The Most Worshipful Morgan Lewis, of Staatsburgh, Duchess County was then nominated, and unanimously re-elected Grand Master.
The Worshipful Brothers, Carrique, Cuyler, and Kobertson, were appointed a Committee to wait on the Grand Master, and inform him of his eiection.
The following Officers were then successively nominated, and unanimously re-elected to the offices set opposite to their names.
Rt. W. Wm. Willis, of New-York, Dep. Grand Master.
« « Joseph Cuyler, of Johnstown, Sen. Grand Warden.
« « John D. Willard, of Troy, Jr. Grand Warden. « " James Herring, of N. York. Grand becretaiy. « « llichard Ellis, of N. York, Grand Treasurer.
« « Rev.Wm-F. Walker,of Troy, » " " J. Coogland, of Flatbush, . Grand
« « " Salem Town, of Aurora, C Chaplains. « » " E. M. Johnson, Brooklyn,J U » Gerrit Lansing, of N. York, Grand Pursuivant. Brother James Thorburn, Grand liler.
The first class of Grand Stewards of Charity, having served the time for which they were elected,
The Worshipful Brothers, George Davis, John Waydell, Thomas Dugan, Lewis Deforest, Joseph P. Pirsson, and Alexander H- Robertson, were severally put in nomination to fill the vacancies.



1 he ballots bemg taken, the tellers declared the followiV result—118 ballots were received ; for Brother Davis, 101: John Waydell, 96; Lewis Deforest, 74 votes, and they were accordingly declared duly elected.
The Deputy Grand Master requested that the Grand Lodge would explain the ISth article, 2d section, 3d chapter ot the Constitution. A variety of opinions were expresssed by members, and finally the Grand Lodge united on the following explanatory reading:
" M0r f^U a"y PT°" what30ever- (who could liave been present, but would not,)be admitted into the Grand Lodge after one hour from ito opening.
The Worshipful A. H. Robertson was nominated and unanimously elected a Grand Steward of Charity, to fill the
CooknCy °CCasioned by the resjgnation of Worshipful BroJ
After the transaction of some other business, the Grand i-odge adjourned until 10 o'clock, to-morrow morning.
r&zo&ir ivsoumwa,
June 5tk, 5840.
The Grand Lodge convened pursuant to adjournment at 10 o'clock, on Fnday morning, June 5th, 5840, and was called to order.
PRESENT.
n Rt:™Josepl\C,u^r' G" S- W- as Grand Master, and Grand Officers and the Representatives of Lodges, as before.
The Committee appointed to wait on the Grand Master reported, that he had left the city early in the morning.
1 he Committee on Room Rent reported in favor of takine the rooms heretofore occupied at the Howard House, at the same rent as before, $ 150 per annum, which report was anproved and adopted by the Grand Lodge.
On motion, Resolved, That the Grand Secretary be authorised to distribute • iSeS' coPles °f the Constitution, and Regulations of this Grand Lodge, in numbers, proportioned to the number of their members,
The Committee on Foreign Correspondence made the' following report, which was accepted and adopted.



The Committee on Foreign Correspondence respectfully beg leave to Report:
In the documents both written and printed, placed in their hands, which are very numeroiis. they find much to contemplate with pleasure, on the revival of order our throughout the world. They have examined, briefly, the proceedings oftheseveral Grand Lodges, of New-Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode-Island, Connecticut, New-Jersey, Maryland, Virginia, District of Columbia, Kentucky, Ohio, North Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, Ireland and Texas, and did time permit, they could select much for the consideration of this Grand Lodge ; but in the brief time allotted us, we have selected a few of the most prominent.
We are gratified to find there lias been established in our sister Republic, a Grand Lodge, in the city of Houston, Texas. They have sent us a copy of their Constitution, with their proceedings, which is short and explicit; and one section we notice, requires Lodges to submit their By-Laws to the Grand Lodge, for approval. We notice it for the consideration of this Grand Lodge.
The Grand Lodge of Ohio, after hearing the Report of their Standing Committee on Foreign Correspondence, which report fully sustains this Grand Lodge, (and deprecates the existence of the body styling themselves the St. John's Grand Lodge,) acknowledging the decisions of this Grand Lodge, as the Supreme Masonic Law of the State, from which there is no appeal, they adopt the following:
Resolved, " That we regard the attempted establishment of St. John's " Lodge of the State of New-York, as scismatic and illegal, and its tendency " subversive of the vital principles of Free-Masonry, and that therefore, the " measure meets our unqualified reprehension."
In the Grand Lodge of Florida, they highly approve of the representative system, and recommend all the Grand Lodges in correspondence with them, to appoint a representative, and recommend lïrother James A. Berthelot, as a suitable person to represent this Grand Lodge, in the Grand Lodge of Florida. They have also appointed a representative in this Grand Lodge.
In the proceedings of the Grand Lodge of Alabama, we find the following resolution, adopted in December last, which your Committee would recommend to the serious consideration of this Grand Lodge, as a subject well worth imitation, believing it of the utmost importance. For one of your Committee, on a recent visit to Pennsylvania and Maryland, found the work so different from that practised by us, it would have been difficult for him to have made himself knovvn, had he been an entire stranger. The resolution is as follows:
Resolved, " That all the Grand Lodges in correspondence with the Grand " Lodge of Alabama, be requested to elect one delegate, to meet in General " Convention, on the lst Monday of March, 1842, in the city of Washington, " for the purpose of determining upon a uniform mode of work throughout all " the Lodges of the United States, and to make other lawful regulations for " the interest and security of the Craft."
Believing, as your Committee do. the adoption of the above Resolution, a stepping stone to the formation of a General Grand Lodge, which, in the opinion of your Committee, is very important, for perpetuating onr order in ita purity, would recommend the consideration of a similar Resolution to lay on the table, until our next annual communication, that the members, generally, of this Grand Lodge, may have time to consider the propriety of its adoption.
The Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of New-Jersey, as well as our representative, Brother William Kerwood, have written on the subject of a Committee, recently appointed by that Grand Body. But as this subject is fully



explained in the letter.froui the said Committee, and the reply of the Grand Officers of this Grand Lodge, which was read, and ordered printed, the fïrst day of the Session, your Committee do not think it necessary to recommend further action on the subject at present.
Your Committee would respectfully offer the following Resolution:
Resolved, That a Committee of three be appointed, to whom shall be referred, all commumcations relating to Foreign Correspondence, received by this Grand Lodge, during the year; which Committee shall digest a report trom said Communications, and report to the usual Special Committee appomted on "Foreign Correspondence," at each Annual Meeting.
All of which is respectfully submitted.
R. R. BOYD, S. S. BINGHAM, „ NATH'L. F. WARING.
New-V ork, June 4tb, A. L. 5840.
The Committee ordered to be constituted under the Report was then appointed, and consists of the Worshipful Brothers Herring, Boyd, and Davis.
The proposition of the Worshipful Brother West to rescind the Resolution of last June, requiring the signatures of Members and Visiters of Lodges to be taken previous to admission, was then taken up, debated at length, and when put to vote, it was lost.
The proposition laid on the table at the Meeting of the GrandJLodge,on the 15thof January, 1840, by the Worship ful Brother A. H. Robertson, was then called up by the Worshipful Brother Davis, and after discussion and amendment, was adopted, and is as follows :—
Resolved, That wheneverthe warrant of any subordinate Lodge shall be surrendered to the Grand Secretary, the members ofsuch Lodge cease to be members of any Lodge, by virtue of such surrender; and in the event of such warrant being again petitioned for, and the prayer of the petitioners cranted the petitioners shall only be revived with it. 1
The proposition laid on the table last June, in relation to the appointment of Visiters or Masters of Ceremonies, was then called up, by Worshipful Brother Copeland, and after debate, was put to vote and negatived.
[Theother buginess transacted at this Session being of local or private interest only, is omitted in this abstract.] The Reports from Lodges of Suspensions, Restorations,
AMPLE FORM61^' ^ ^ Grand Lod§e clüsed in JAMES HERRING, Grand Secretary.



Resioratións, Expulsions, Suspensions, Sfc. by, or reported
to the Right Worshipful Grand Lodge, in 1840.
Restored By the Grand Lodge, Past Master Abraham D.
Wilson, formerly of Columbia Lodge, No.392, and James Shaw, formerly of York Lodge, No. 367.
" By St. John's Lodge, No. 1, Ivory White.
t( By Mount Moriah Lodge, No. 27, Brother George B. Glendinneng, he having been suspended for non-payment ofdues; and it having appeared on examination, that the Lodge was in his debt.
Expïlled By the Grand Lodge, for unmasonic conduct, Grodus Downing, formerly of Montgomery Lodge, Stillwater, Saratoga County.
" By Temple Lodge, No. 14, for unmasonic conduct, L. G. Renaud, and Wm. M. Slocum.
" By Trinity Lodge, No. 12, for unmasonic conduct, Michael Connelly,and Richard Powers.
" By Apollo Lodge, No. 13, John Vandecar, for unmasonic conduct.
Suspended ByHibernia Lodge, No. 57, for non-payment of dues, George Barrow, John Hartnet, John Leary, Matthew Murphy, Past Master, Wm. Mc Combs, and Daniël Mc Nally.
" For non-payment of dues, by Naval Lodge, No. 69, Norman Mead.
" For the same cause, by Adelphi Lodge, No, 23, R. B. Atterbury, A. T. Calhoon, Selah Vanduzer, John Hart, Robert Gale, John R. Myers, and Seth Rowan.
'• For intemperance, by Evening Star Lodge, No. 75, James T. Morrison.
" For non-payment of dues, by St. Simon and St. Jude Lodge, No. 72, John Wilsey, and William Turner.
" For non-payment of dues, by Temple Lodge, No. 14, R. Adams, W. Cornell, J. Morey, Chauncey Whitney, George Jenkins, Caspar Marks, John Buckman, William Kline, and Henry Daniels.



Süspskded By Trinity Lodge, No. 12, for non-payment of dues, Hugh O'Keef, Patrick Martin, Patrick ISnd, John Mooney, and Edward Farry. Candidate unanimously rejected by ApoIIo Lodge, No. 13, Mr. James Winne.
Classification of the Grand Stewards of Charity. lst Class eleeted in 1840.
W. John Waydell, ~) Dec. 1840. Jan. Feb. 1841.
" George Davis, IJune, July, August, 1842.
" Lewis De Forest. [ Sept. Oct. Nov. 1843.
J JVIarch, April, May, 1844.
2nd Class eleeted in 1837.
W. Robert R. Boyd, > 0 ,
" John Satterthwaite, ( £>ept. Oct. Nov. 1840.
" James Millar, ) Marcb, April, May, 1841.
3rd Class eleeted in 1838.
w R°bertson» ) June' July, August, 1840.
« S"o"^anng' > Sept. Oct. Nov. 1841.
i>. S, Adams. ) March, April, May, 1842.
4th Class eleeted in 1839.
VV. Richard Wiggins, i June, July, August, 1841.
li ? unio ^IXaTS' > Sept. Oct. Nor. 1842.
John Coffin, Jr. March, April, May, 1843.



No. Name. Town. County.
1 St. John's New-York. New-York.
2 Indp't. Royal Arch. " "
3 Mount Vernon. Albany. Albany.
4 St. Patricks. Johnstown. Fulton.
5 M asters. Albany. Albany.
6 St. Georges'. Schenectady. Schenectady.
7 Hudson. Hudson. Columbia.
8 Holland. New-York. New-York.
9 Unity. New-Lebanon. Columbia. 10 Kingston. Kingston. Ulster.
]1 Amicable. New-Hartford. Oneida.
12 Trinity. New-York. New-York.
13 Apollo. Troy. Rensselaer.
14 Temple. Albany. Albany.
15 Western Star. ISridgewater. Oneida.
16 Morton. Hempstead. Queens.
17 La Union Franjaise. New-York. New-York.
19 Fortitude. Brooklyn. Kings.
20 Abrams'. New-York. New-York.
21 Washington. " "
22 St. John's. Greenfield. Saratoga.
23 Adelphi. New-York. New-York.
24 Friendship. Stephentown. Rensselaer.
25 Constellation. Mayfield. Montgomery.
26 Albion. New-York. New-York.
27 Mount Moriah. "
28 Benevolent. " "
29 Champion. Champion. JefFerson.
30 Farmers. Clifton Park. Saratoga.
31 Meehanic. New-York. New-York.
32 Warren. Pine Plains. Duchess.
33 Ark. Geneva. Ontario.
34 Rising Sun. Saratoga Springs. Saratoga.
35 Venice Morning Star. Venice. Cayuga.
36 Ark. Windsor. Broome.
37 Rising Sun. Guildford. Chenango.
38 Columbia. New-Paltz. Ulster.
39 Olive Branch. Bethany. Genesee.
40 Olive Branch. Frankfort. Herkimer.
41 Sylvan. Moravia. Cayuga.
42 Washington. Manheim. Herkmier.
43 Star. Petersburgh. Rensselaer.
44 Evening Star. HorDellsville. Steuben.
45 Union. Lima. . Livingston.
46 Mohawk. Danube. Herkimer.
47 Utica. Utica. Oneida.
48 Ark. Coxsackie. Greene.
49 Watertown. Watertown. JefFerson.
50 Concord. NewYork. New-York.
A List of all the Lodges in regular standing with the Grand Lodge of the State of New-York, on the ~lth of June, A. L. 5840.



No- Name- Town. County.
to >. Trumansburg. Tompkins.
52 Whitesborough. Whitesborough. Oneida.
c? Brownville. Bruwnville. JefFerson.
54 German Union. New-York. New-York
55 Rising Sun. Marbletown. Ulster
56 Hohenlinden. Brooklyn. Kings.
kI Sibertlia' New-York. New-York.
co ö ?1X" Lansingburgh. Rensselaer.
cn f, - Dansville. Livingston.
K? P°r,',C't. . tt • Esopus. Ulster,
co m ^ Union. Wheeler. Steuben.
62 Manhattan. New-York. New-York.
C? Caledoma. Caledonia. Livingston.
64 La I' ayette. New-York. New-York.
65 Morning Star. Caniesto. Steuben.
66 Riehmond. Castleton. Riehmond.
67 Marmer s. New-York. New-York. oö Montgomery. " *.
69 Naval. « «
-S F.™?' „ „ T , Coventry. Chenango.
/2 St. Simon & St. Jude. Chanuingsville, Dutchess.
/3 Loekport. Loekport. Niagara.
74 Jnnius. Waterloo. Seneea.
75 Evenmg Star. WestTroy. Albany.
Western Light. Lisle. Broome.
JJaville. Mixville. Alleghany.
Cameron. Howard. Steuben.
Alexandna. Alexandria, JefFerson,















TRANS ACTIONS
OP THE
%RIGHT WOBSHIPFÜL GRANDLODGEi
p c>
OF THE
^ ANCIENT AND HONORABLE FRATERNITY OF ^ ^ &
% % % #r*e # mtw tt ir gWm® w® %
^ OF THE STATE OF NEW-YORK,
k
From tlie 2d day of Sept. A. L. 5840, to the 6th day of June, A. L. 5841. ^
Ordercd to be read in all the Lodgos for the information of the Brethrcn.
JOSEPH M. MARSH, PRINTER, 5 ELDRIDG£-STREET.
1841.







TRANS ACTIONS
OF THE
RIGHT WORSHIPFUL GRAND LODGE
OP THE
ANCIENT AND HONORABLE FRATERNITY OF
s
OF THE STATE OF NEW-YORK,
From the 2d day of Sept. A. L. 5840, to the 2d day of March, A. L. 5841.
Orderad to be read in all the Lodges for the information of the Brethren.
j\T£to=¥orU:
JOSEPH M MARSH, PRINTER, 5 ELDRIDGE-STREET. 1841,.







es r ar »xr aoxroc
OF
■smis SÏÏÜÏÏH @3?
September 2d, A. X>. 5840.
Application havingbeen made to the Rt.W. I) G Mm ter tolay the corner stone of aMethodist Episcopal' Freê Clniich, at Brushville, Long-Island, the R. W. deputed the V\ . Alexander Copeland. of Naval Lodge, No. 69 as his representative on the occasion. 5 ' as "1S



An emergent meeting of the Grand Lodge was atcordingly convened, at Brushville, Long-Island,on the2ddayof September, 5840, and openedm form, and proceeded to the site of the intended edifice.
PRESENT.
The W. Alexander Copeland, as Grand Master.
The W. Jonathan Jarvis, of No. 27, as D. G. M.
The W. Thomas Dugan, of No. 28, as S. G. W.
The W. Jacob Moore, Jr., of No. 67, as J. G. W.
The W. James Millar, of No. 31, as G. Sec'ry.
The W. James Martin, of No. 21, as G. Treasurer.
The Rt. W. John Coffin, G. S. B. as G. Chaplain.
The W. J)aniel West, of No. 28, as G. Marshal.
The W. Wm. Boardman, of No. 21, as G. Standard B.
*The W. Lewis De Forest, of No. 62, as G. Sword B.
The W. James G. Finn, S.G. D.
The W. Greenfield Pote, L G. D.
The W. Wm. H. Norris, of No. 28, as G. Pursuivant.
Bro. James Thorburn, Grand liler. And a numerous assemblage of Brethren.
The customary ceremonies having been performed, the W. Joseph P. Pirsson pronounced an appropriate address, which was followed by prayer, and an address by the Rev. Mr. Cherry, and the ceremonies vvere closed by prayer by the Rev. Brother Matthias, both of the M. E. Church. The G. L. (after depositing with Mr. Brush, asum of inoney which had been collected for the workmen,) returned to the Brushville Hotel, and was closed in form.
A quarterly meeting of the Grand Lodge was held the same evening, at the Grand Lodge room, in the city of New-York, and opened in dueform.
PRESENT.
The Rt. W. William Willis, D. G. M., as G. M.
The W. Robert R. Boyd, of No. 1, as D. G. M.
The W. Robert B. Folger, of No. 2, as S. G. W.
The W. John A. Fricke, of No. 19, as J. G. W.
The W. Sylvester Spencer, Ass't. G. Sec.
The Rt. W. Richard Ellis, G.Treasurer.
With other Grand Officers, and the representatives of twenty Lodges.



Communications were received from the Grand Lodges of Maryland, Connecticut, and Georgia, and referred to the Committee on Foreign Correspondence.
A Letter from the Grand Lodge, of Hamburg, was received recommendingthe W. Anton Daniël Pehmöller, of the Lodge "Ferdinand of the Rock," for the appointment of representative of this Grand Lodge, in Hamburgh. The Grand Lodge
Resolved, That the M. W. G. Master be requested to appoint the W. Anton Daniël Pehmöller, as the representative of this G. L. accordingly.
The followingpetitions were received: for a warrant for a Lodge at Schodack, Rensselaer county; for the revival of the Alasonic labors of Hamilton Lodge, at Palatine Bridge, Montgomery county; and for the revival of Montgomery Lodge, at Stillwater, Saratoga county, vvhich were referred to the Grand Officers.
©I&&5ÏE) BÏÏIBWAIBIISS» £i@IB)©ïio
Nov. 25th. 1840. Proceedings of Apolio Lodge, in the case of Bro. John Vandecar, reversed for irregularity, and Bio. John Vandecar restored. Bro. David Riley restored on petition.
Dec. 1 st, 1840. Owen Colson, restored on petition.
of
ïïma ©n1 sniwa,ïïs@2BïE0
A Quarterly Meeting of the Rt. W. Grand Lodge, of the Ancient and Honorable Fraternity of Free and Accepted Masons, of the State of New-Yoik, was held at the Grand Lodge room, in the city of New-York, on Wednesday even ing, Dec. 2d, A. D., 1840, A. L. 5840, and opened in due form and with prayer.



PRESENT.
The Rt. W. William Willis, D. G. M. as G. M. The W. J. W. Hudswell, of No. 64, D. G. M.
The W. Jacob Moore, Jr. of No. 67, S. G. W.
The W. George T. Swaine, of No. 69, J. G. W. The Rt. W. James Herring, G. Sec'ry.
The Rt. W. Richard Ellis, G.Treasurer.
The W. Alexander Copeland, of No. 69, G. Chaplain. The W. Robert R. Boyd,of JNo. 1, G. Marshal.
The W. Robert B. Folger, of No. 2, G. Stand. Br.
The Rt. W. John Coffin, G. Sword Br.
The W. J. P. Pirsson, G. Steward.
The W. James G. Finn, S. G. D.
The W. Greenfield Pote, J. G. D.
The W. John Mansfield, Jr., of No. 20. as G. P.
Brother James Thorburn, G. Tiler.
The Representatives of the Grand Lodges of Ireland, District of Columbia, and New-Jer§ey: The Rt. W. Daniël B. Bruen, D. G. M., and Rt. W. William H. Earle, Jr. Grand Warden of the Grand Lodge of New-Jersey; the W. William Kerwood, representative of this Grand Lodge in the Grand Lodge of New-Jersey, and the representatives and Past Masters of twenty-two Lodges.
A communication from the Rt. W. Grand Lodge of Hamburg, constituting the W. Frederick Liese, P. M. of Independent Royal Arch Lodge, No. 2, the representative of the Grand Lodge of Hamburg, in the Grand Lodge of the State of New-York, was read. The Grand Lodge being raised as a token of respect to the Grand Lodge of Hamburgh, and the W. Brother Liese being in attendance. clothed in the costume of the Grand Lodge he represented, he was introduced by the Grand Secretary, and conducted by the Grand Deacons to the East, where he was addressed by the Grand Master, as follows:—
W. Br. Liese,
It is with great pleastire I receive you as the representative of the Rt. W. Grand Lodge of Hamburg, in the Grand Lodge of the State of New York.
The representative system whieh has recently been adopted by this Grand Lodge, promises great and general usefulness. An increasing desire for information is manifesting itself throughout the whole Masonic Fraternity, and I know of no plan so well calculated to effect the desired object, as that which raakes it the duty of the representative to communicate to his constituents, all nseful and interesting information that may come to his knowledge. With



the adoption of this system commences a new era in the history of thia Grand Lodge, and I hope to see it carried out to its fullest extent, not only for the interest and gratification of our own members, hut because its benefits will be participated by the whole fraternity.
I congratulate you on the high honor which lias been conferred on you as the first Representative of a Continental Gcand Lodge in the United States. To your hands has been comrnitted a great truèt and responsibility, which for the honor of this body, as well as for your own reputation, will require the exercise of discretion, industry, and talent.
In communicating with the Rt. W. Grand Lodge of Hamburg, you will please convey to them the assurances of our highest esteem and respect, and Ihat we most cordially greet them, in the person of their Representative with the nght hand of Fellowship.
The W. Brother Liese made the following reply:—
Rt. W. Deputy Grand Master,
The distinguished honor which lias been conferred on me by the R. W. Grand Lodge of Hamburg, I am fully sensible of; and while I hold the commission of Representative oi that Masonic government, which is the most ancient in Germany, I shall neither forget the responsibilities which rest upon me as such, nor the duties which I owe to this Grand Lodge.
I anticipate the happiest results, from the friendly intercourse now opened between the Fraternity in the State of New-York and in Germany, and shall be gratified by rendering every facility to the other Grand Lodges of the UniHamburg' W "esire establish an intercourse with the Grand Lodge of
The representative system has been long estabüshed in Europe, and is the means of preserving union and harmony amongst the various branches of the great fraternit y. The intercourse between this conntry and Europe is now so constant, that every embarrassment to M asonic intercourse ought to be removed, and I shall be ready to aid every worthy Brother denarting from this country to, or arnving from my Fatherland.
I shall not fail, Rt.W. Iirother, to make known to the Grand Lodge of Hamburg, t.ie fraternal sentiments you have expressed, and the cordial wel{lave fïve"t0 their Representative. I accept and grasp your right
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At the close of this address, the ^V. Brother Liese and the Grand Master, gave the right band of fellowship, in token of the fnendship and union between the two Grand -Lodges.
T he Grand Master then delivered the following address to the Grand Lodge:—
Brethren,
nrT1M^nte'eSii'"S ceremon>' receiving this evening the first representative ot a Masonic Government on the continent of Europe in this G. Lodtre, offers .nt ?! earllest opportunity ofaddressingyou on the subject, and of presenting ti/n , S'? u.e necess'5y and importance of the system which is now in operiTmoniniid^n V Masonic Family in an intimate correspondence and har-
StatesandT»"'', Lodge and the Grand Lodges of the several
oeolnt MJ r'eS RePubllc. "II intents and purposes inde-
ri S rrmnents' exercising according to the fundamental con-
s u on nnd 8 k' s"<"'e,me and unquestionable jurisdiction over the in2^11 J X BW!lh'n their several boundaries; enacting laws for meMtsïn p»ïj d,str,b»t"|g honors and rewards to the deserving, and punishments to evil doers. tvery meinber of the Order is, therefore, equally intei-



ested in the acts of the Masonic Government, as he is in those of the civil government under which he resides, and has an equal right to be informed on 011e as on the other. Each Masonic Government regularly established, and recognised by its peers, is buta part of one great Institution, spread over the whole earth, and bound together by one fundamental constitution. Administered by each government, not only for the advantage of its own people, but for the interest of the whole fraternity, and these governments are in fact, in their limited spheres, what the governments of nations wouldbe if administered, not for their own little section of this wide world alone, but for the benefit of the great family of man.
The duties of the masonic governments correspond with those of the civil governments of States ; they are to promote the peaGe, security, prosperity, and happiness of the people ; in times of danger to afford protection, by the wise application of their own powers, or by the powers of their allies; in periodsof prosperity, to give the best direction to the current of popular activity, by the elevation of the Standard of knowledge and virtue, and by cultivating foreign relations and internal improvements. Such has been the course pursued by this Grand Lodge, steadily and undeviatingly through the whole period of the present Grand Mastership. Amongst the means which have been adopted to strengthen and secure the union, integrity, and purity of the Order, is the system which is now gradually going into operation, and which when fully developed, will concentrate in this body every facility for the communication and reception of intelligence, and for the cultivation of those fraternal relations throughout the world, which constitute the unity, usefulness, and glory of our institution.
The information we shall have a right to expect from our representatives in foreign Grand Lodges, while it will enlarge our knowledge, will undoubtedly elevate the Standard by which the importance of our Order is to be estimated by ourselves, these are a part of the effects anticipated from the system.
The Foreign correspondence of the Grand Lodges was formerly limited, except on some extraordinary occasions, to an annual pamphlet from each; these were received by the Grand Secretary, and placed in the hands of a committee for examination, during the annual communication, and by them usually reported on, in the briefest possible terms. To the fraternity at large, little, if any, information found its way through the committee of foreign correspondence, on the legislation of the Masonic Governments, or the important movements every where made in relation to our Order. But the attention of the fraternity has within a few years been drawn to these subjects. Every where within this jurisdiction, there exists a strong desire for information, not only as to what this Grand Lodge is doing, but what all other Grand Lodges are doing.—This desire after information on all subjects relating to the progress and state of the Order, affords a sure evidence that the spirit_of the Institution is vigorous and active; and it is the duty, and has been the determination of the Grand Officers, to afford every encouragement to the ïncrease and diffusion of useful knowledge. Our foreign correspondence has been largely extended, and is still advancing in extent and interest, and the result has been an increased demand for the publications of this Grand Lodge, so that the very large editions of the transactions usually printed, will now scarcely suffice ; and the committee on foreign correspondence, at the last annual meeting reported their inability to get through the examination satisfactorily, during the three days of the session. Our foreign correspondence has now commenced in a form new on this continent, but long approved in Europe, and the system now only awaits the action of the Grand O meers of several of the Grand Lodges of America, to bring new laborers into the field. We are informed that the G. Lodge of New-Jersey has instructed their Representative to invite the co-operation of the Foreign Representatives in this great work, which will no doubt be cheerfully complied with; and . w, add, that any assistance in the power of the Grand Officers will be willingly afforded.



The commission from the M. W. Grand Master, constituting the W. Anton Daniël Pehmöller, P. M. of the Lodge " Ferdinand zum Felsen," the representative of this Grand Lodge, in the Grand Lodge of Hamburg, was then read.
Extracts from the Minutes of the Grand Lodges of Mississippi, Texas, and New-Jersey, vvere then read by the Grand Secretary, all of them expressive of the determination of those Grand Lodges to sustain the Grand Lodge of the State of New-York, in the exercise of a sole and supreme jurisdiction over the Lodges in this State.
A petition was received from Lewis T. Jones, setting forth the impossibility of his availing himself of the privilege granted him on his appeal from the decision of suspension by Apollo Lodge, No. 13, at Troy, on account of his business confining him to this city, and praying that some other disposition may be made thereof, which would not require him to leave this city. Some explanations of the peculiar circumstances of the case having been given by the W. Brother Millar, it was
Resolved, That the petition of Brother Jones be referred to a committee of five, with full powers to send for persons or papers, that a full hearing of the grievances in the case may be laid before said committee, and they report to this Grand Lodge, at their next meeting.
The Worshipful Brothers Boyd, Copeland, Millar, Pirsson, and Pote, were nominated from the chair, and confirmed by the Grand Lodge, to constitute said committee.
The Grand Secretary stated that he had been informed by several Brethren present, thatreports had been circulated in this city, and in New-Jersey, that the permanent fund belonging to this Grand Lodge had been squandered or used for the private purposes of himself or some other officers of this Grand Lodge ; that he considered it due not only to himself and the other Trustees of that fund, and the Grand Treasurer, butto the whole of the members of the Grand Lodge then assembled, that the utter falsehood of those reports should be made manifest upon the spot. The Grand Secretary therefore requested the Grand Treasurer, in whose custody the property of the Grand Lodge is placed by the Constitution, to produce the Scrip of the Ëank Stock belonging to the Grand Lodge. The Grand Treasurer then produced the inventory of property transferred to him by his predecessor in 1835, and the Bank certificates of



the stock standing in the name of the Trustees of the Grand Lodge, in the Mechanics', Greenwich, and Butchers' and Drovers' Banks, amounting to $9775, at parvalue, as reported by him in June 1837, and publishedin the extracts of proceedings of that year, being ari increase of $250 on the amount owned by the Grand Lodge, as reported by the Grand Treasurer in June 1832. The Brethren present were invited by the Grand Master to examine the scrip if tliey thought proper.
The Grand Secretary then asked permission to present the prospectus of a vvork which he contemplated publishing, under the title of the Portrait Gallery of eminent American Freemasons, and history of the Masonic lnstitution in the United States. The proposed address to the Fraternity and the prospectus were then read; whereupon the following Resolution was unanimously adopted.
Resolved, That this Grand Lodge highly approve of the proposed work of the Rt. W. Grand Secretary, entitled the Portrait Gallery of eminent American Freemasons, and recommend it to the patronage of the Fraternity.
A Report was received from Concord Lodge, No. 50, giving noticeof the expulsion of Past Master ffm. Wray, for withholding funds of the Lodge.
An appeal from theforegoingdecision was presented from Past Master Wray, and the subject was referred to the Grand Stewards' Lodge.
A communication from Charleston, S. C., with printed extracts from the Charleston Mercury and St. Augustine News, in relation toColonel Correade Costa, who had received favors from this Grand Lodge, was read. The Grand Secretary was required by the Grand Master to state the circumstances of kindness shewn to said De Costa, and his subsequent conduct in this city ; after which, a debate ensued on various propositions for reference of the case, which was finally referred to St. John's Lodge, No. 1, with powers to decide upon it.
A letter was received from Mr. G. Hertz, asking the interference of the Grand Lodge, to recover $20 put into the hands of Bro. Rounheim, and by him paid to the Secretary of Adelphi Lodge, No. 23, as an initiation fee under particular circumstances.
Resolved, That the subject be referred to Adelphi Lodge, with instructions to refund said $20, or shew cause at the next Quarterly Meeting of the Grand Lodge why they do nat.



Brother Wm. H. Young, made a written charge of unmasonic conduct against Bro. Drummond, formerly of Bethlehem Lodge, and Bro. Joshua Fleet, formerly of Silentia Lodge, which was referred lo the Grand Steward's Lodge.
Reports were received and read from the followin" Lodges:—
From Washington Lodge, No. 21,notifying of the restoration of Isaac M. Phyfe.
FromUoncoi d Lodge, No. 50, of the restoration of Wm. Hemma.
From Naval Lodge, No. 69, of the expulsion of John S. Morris, for unmasonic conduct.
From Benevolent Lodge, No. 28, of the expulsion of Wm. Chapman for unmasonic conduct, and the suspension of Henry Walters, for non-payment of dues.
From St. John's, No. 1, of the suspension of Abraham Hatfield, Lester Wilson, and Robert Brown, for non-payment of dues.
A letter from Andre Reinbold asking the assistance of the Brethren in procuring employment, was read.
The D. G. Master called the attention of the G. Lodge to the report from the Grand Steward's Lodge on the state of the finances ; whereupon it was Resolved,—
Tl)at the Grand Secretary notify the Lodges in arrears for dues to the Grand Lodge, that the funds of the Grand Lodge are in an embarrassed condition and cali upon all the said Lodges to remit or pay to the Grand Secretary the' amount of their indebtedness without delay.
DUEVFORM6'118 far advanced tIlG Grand Lodge closed JAMLS HERRING, Grand Secretary.
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Jan. 27th, 1841. The Appeal of P. M. Wm. Wray, from the vote of expulsion by Concord Lodge, No. 50, was examined, and the expulsion confirmed.
Jan.29th, 1841. Charge of unmasonic conduct against Brothers Fleet and Drummond, examined. The charge against Bro. Fleet was ascertained to have been made by mistake, and the accuser having made a suitable apology to the accused, the case was dismissed.



Brother Drummond admitted the charge of having associated vvith clandestine Masons, and marchmg through the public streets in procession with them on the 24th of June last, but that he had not been informed of the expulsion of the persons he had associated with on that occasion until afterwards, and that he had visited them since, not supposing it was any serious offence as he was now satisned ït was. Brother Drummond was then reminded of some of his duties as a Mason, and informed of the consequences of his conduct if he did not determine to perform his masonic duties in future. Bro. Drummond expressed his sorrow for what he had done, and promised fidelity for the future. The declarations made by him having been signed, his past conduct was excused.
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At aQuarterly Meeting of the Rt. W. Grand Lodge of the Ancientand Honorable Fraternityof Free and Accepted Masons of the State of New-York, held at the Grand Lodge Room in the City of New-York, on Wednesday Evening, the 3d of March, A. L. 5841, and opened in DUE FORM, and with prayer.
PRESENT.
Rt. W. William Willis, D. G. M. as Grand Master.
" John Mansfield, Jr. of No. 20, as D. G. M.
" John Solomons, of No. 23, as S. G. W.
" Isaac Phillips, of No. 26, as J. G. W.
Rt. " James Herring, G- Secretary.
Rt. « Richard Ellis, G. Treasurer.
" fenath£n 1?™*' °5 S°' O ft \ as G* Chaplains. " Wm. H. Norris, of No. 28, 5
Rt. " Joseph Sprague, G. Marshal.
« John Charles Alstadt, of No. 54, G. S. Bearer.



Rt. " John Coffin, G. Sword Bear
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" James G.Finn, S. G. D.
" Greenfield Pote, J. G. D.
Brother Wagner, S. W. of No. 54, as G. Pursuivant.
" James Thorburn, G. Tiler.
The Representatives of the Grand Lodges of Ireland and New-Jersey, and the Representatives and P. Masters of twenty-seven Lodges.
The minutes of the last Quarterly Meeting of the Grand Lodge, Dec. 2d, A. L. 5840, were read and approved.
The Minutes of the G. S. L. held on the 27th and 29th of January, and 24thof February, A. L. 5841, were severallyread andconfirmed.
The following Report was received from St. John's Lodge, No. 1, and was approved and confirmed :
" To the M. JV. the Grand Master, fFardens, and Brethren of the Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of the State of New- York.
"We, the Master, Wardens, and JBrethren of St. John's Lodge, No. 1, having received a communication from your li. W. Body. requesting us to investigate certain charges preferred against Correa da Costa, and to decide thereon.have in pursuance thereof, had several meetings ofour Lodge, and entered upon tho duties devolving npon us, and siich charges have received the most strict and scrutinizing investigation; and we beg leave to stato that in prosecuting onr duiies we have examined various witnesses, and numerous documents snbmitted to us with referenc thereto; and after carefully considering the matters so submitted to us, we find that the said CORREA DA COSTA, is güilty of ünmasonic conduct of the bi ackest die. Where.upon, at a meeting of the Lodge held 011 the 14thof January, A. L. 5841, tho following resolution was unanimously adopted:—
Resolved, That the said Correa da Costa be, and he is hereby Expellkd from all the rights and privileges of Masonry."
( WILLIAM W. NEXEN, W. M.
Signed, < CHAKLES S. ROWELL. S. W.
( BENJAMIN BRANDRETH, J. W.*
Attested, ELIAS W. NEXEN, Sec'ry.
*The above Correa da Costa is in possession of a G. L. Certificate, as a Master Mason of Abram's Lodge, No. 20, held in this city, which he is no longcr entitled to rctain, and I hereby request that it rnay be detained and forwarded to me.
JAMES HERRING, Grand Secretary
of the G. L. of the State of N. York.



A Report was received from the committee appointed on the appeal of Brother Lewis T. Jones, concluding with a resolution reversing the decision of Apollo Lodge, and restoring Brother Jones to good standing, which report was accepted, and the resolution adopted.
The Grand Secretary reported that on the 5th of June, a warrant had been issued to conslitute a Lodge at Mixville, in the county of Alleghany. by the name of Mixville Lodge, which had been constituted by the W. Blanchard Powers, on the 7th of October last; that the Lodge held no election since, and they supposed the officers hold over.— This principle having been repudiated by the Grand Lodge in other cases, cannot be allowed in this, and as this case is attended with an extra difficulty, the Master and Senior Warden named in the warrant having refused to be installed, the G. S. considered it a proper case for the Grand Lodge, whereupon it was
Resolved, That the W. Blanchard Powers, G.V. in the county of Genesee, be instructed to hold an election for officers in Mixville Lodge at the earliest convenient time, and report to the Grand Lodge in June next.
The G. Secretary further reported that the Most W. Grand Master had issued a dispensation onthe recommendation of Mount Vernon Lodge, No. 3, to George S. Gibbons, M. John Owens, S. W. Thomas Stewart, J. W. and others, to hold a Lodge at Albany, by the name of Washington Lodge; returnable at the annual meeting in June next, with their proceedings and by-laws, for the examination of the Grand Lodge.
A letter was received from R. Crommelin, Secretary of Adelphi Lodge, No. 23, in answer to the instructions sent that Lodge by order of the Grand Lodge, on the 3d of December. As the letter did not appear to be sent by direction of Adelphi Lodge, and the W. Brother Solomons, stated that the subject had not been brought before the Lodge, it was on motion Resolved, that the subject be again referred to Adelphi Lodge.
The G. Secretary read a communication from the Grand Lodge of Georgia, on the adoption of the representative system, and requesting this G. Lodge to nominate some Brother to represent the G- Lodge of Georgia. Whereupon the W. Joseph Pirsson, Master of Hibernia Lodge, No. 57, was nominated by the Grand Lodge.



The Grand Secretary informed the Grand Lodge that the Grand Lodge of New-Jersey, had appointed the W. Sylvester Spencer their representative, and that the W. Brother was now in waiting for reception. The G. Master requested the G. Secretary to introducé the W. Brother. The W. Brother Spencer being clothed in thepeculiar costumeof the G. Lodge of New-Jersey, was conducted to the East, through the dense ranks of the fraternity assembied, who remained standing through the ceremony of reception. The G. Secretary addressed the G. Master as follows :—
Et. Worshipful Brother,
I have the lionor to present our Worthy and Worshipful Brother, Sylvester Spencer, Past Master of Manhattan Lodge, No. 62, who at the annual communication of the Rt. W. Grand Lodge of New-Jersey, in November last, was appointed to represent that body in this Grand Lodge, of which official information has been received. I am confident this appointment will prove highly satisfactory to the members of both Grand Lodges, as his appointment and reception, as well as the appointment and reception of the W. Brother Kerwood, our representative in the Grand Lodge of New-Jersey, afFords the surest evidence that the two Grand Lodges are determined to stand, not only geographically but masonically side by side, in support of each other's integrity, honor, and independence.
The Grand Master then greeted the Representative of New-Jersey in the following words:—
W. Bro. Spencer,
The firm and decided stand which the Rt. W. Grand Lodge of NewJersey has taken in support of the rights and honor of this Grand Lodge, has secured our wannest welcome to their Representative. Between two masonic governments, so contiguous as those of New Jersey and New.York, the utmost harmony and friendship ought to be cultivated and cherished, as ■well for the honor and repose of our noble Institution, as for the prosperity and happiness of the Fraternity under the jurisdiction of each. Whatever occurs within the Territory of either Grand Body, for good or for ill, must affect the other equally. A common interest, therefore would seem to require a more intimate correspondence than has hitherto existed, and I fervently hope that the measures which have been adopted, may secure the union of both Grand Lodges in friendship and brotherly love. I present the right hand of fellowship on hehalf of the Grand Lodge of the State of New-York, tothe Representative of the Grand Lodge of the State of New-Jersey.
To which the W. Bro. Spencer made the following reply.
Rt. W- D. Grand Master,
The right hand of fellowship so feelingly tendered, I most gratefully receive as a symbol of the union of the masonic governments which we respectively represent. The allusions you have been pleased to make relative to the course taken by the Grand Lodge of the State of New-Jersey, through the trying seasons of rebellion with which this Grand Lodge has had tocontend, callon



me to return you my sincere thanks 011 their behalf, and to express the feelings of pleasure which animate my broast, at the proud position of this G. Lodge, in having maintained a stand which has proved so signally triumphant, and which has elicited not only the approval, but the admiration of the Grand Body, as the Representative of which, I now address you.
1 shall deem it a pleasing duty at all times, to be the medium of communi cation between the two Grand Bodies, and beg leave Rt. W. in behalf of the Grand Lodge of the State of New-Jersey, to wish you a tong career of undisturbed repose, and to pledge you the aid and co-operation of my constituenta in all your trials whether present or to come, so long as you pursue the same firm and incorruptible courso that has heretofore marked your career.
The Representative of the Grand Lodge of N. Jersey was was then seated in the East, in front of the Grand Officers.
JAMES HERRING, Grand Secretary.



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Quarlerhj Meeting, March 3d, A. L. 5841—Continued.
The Rt. W. D. G. Master made the following report:
Brethren,
_ On the 6th of February last, I received the following letter from the M. W*. Morgan Lewis, Grand Master,—(Here the directions of the G. M. was read.)
In accordance with these directions 1 convened the Grand Officers resident in ihis city and lirooklyn, and a sufficiënt nnniber of members of the Grand Lodge, from time to time, to fiil the vacancies of absentees, and have visited the following Lodges in this city, viz St. Johns' No. 1, Independent Koyal Arch, No. 2 ; Trinity, No. 12; L' Union Frangaise, No. 17; Abrams' No. 20; Washington, No. 21; Adelphi, No. 23; Albion, No. 26; Mt. Moriah, No. 27; Lienevolent, No. 28; Concord, No. 50 ; Hibernia, No. 57 ; Manhattan, No. 02 ; Montgomery, No. 68, and Naval, No. 69. In every instance the Grand Officers were received with the customary honors; and I am happy to report, that I have in general, found ihe Lodges in a prosperous state, and conducted in accordance with the ancient usages of the order and the constitution and regnlations of the Grand Lodge. In one or two instances where errors had occurred, they were noted, and their future occurrence promised to be guarded against. The practice of Lodges holding meetings for labor in other Lodge Rooms than their own, which had grown into use during a period of difficulty which no longer exists, was held by me to be a practice of questionable propriety at least, but I left it for the luture deliberation of the Grand Lodge. One circumstance of a character in my opinion highly improper and reprehensible rema^ns to be reported.—Previous to my visit to i. K Arch Lodge. No. 2,on their regularnight of meeting, Feb. 8, A. L. 5841, a rumor had reached me through various sources, of a transaction of an unusual nature having occurred at an extra meeting of that Lodge, on the previous Wednesday livening, and on my way to the Lodge Room at the Shakspeare Hotel, the circnmstances were fully related to me by a Brother who had been present when the transaction alluded to occurred. I liold it to be my duty to inform the Grand Lodge of some of the pariiculars of that visit. On entering the Lodge, we approached the' East in the usual manner, I took the chair, the W. M. Bro. Dutcher vacating it, as I supposed, for that purpose ; I then briefly stated to the mombers the object of our visit, and requested the Secretary to hand me his book of minutes for examination; not ünding any record of the proceedings of the extra meeting held the previous Wednesday Evening, I asked the W. M. if there had been such a meeting ; he informed ma



there had, but that he was not present, that the W. P. M. Robert B. Folger had called and received fromhim the.Warrantfor conferring the degrees upon Mr. Page, but he would inquire and see if there were any minutes kept of the proceedings of said meeting; alter a short time the W. P. M. Bro. Folger approached towards the East, and stated he had minutes of the proceedings, and if 1 pleased he would read them; the minutes were in the usual form, stating among other things that the usual dispensation had been granted and acted upon, authorising the conferring of the Degrees &c., which I shall now read as it was origiually granted by me, and tlien read it as it was acted on that night, and leave it for such action as you in your wisdom may ihink proper. (Here the D. G Master read the iJispensation as origiually granted, and as altered to snit this occasion.) I tlien enquired whetlier—(hete the D. G. Master reported verbally on a subject improper to be written,)*«****» I then told the VV. P. M. Bro. Folger that he had done wrong, and pointed out to hini and the Lodge what 1 considered would have been the proper course to pursue under the circumstances, which I supposed was sufficiënt to convince the Brother that he had erred, but to my surprise he attempted to justtfy his course, and to the queslion put by me to him, whether under similar circumstances he would act in the same manner again, he answered he would. I then informed the W. P. Master Bro. Folger, that I should bring the subject before this Grand Body for consideration. I also charged the Lodge to proceed no further,—(Report filled up here verbally,) that he had. I asked where ? *********** which I also decided was highly improper; I then called on the Lodge toapprove or disapprove said proceedings; they did disapprove by an unanimous vote. ]\Iany other remarks were made on the occasion referred to, but 1 deem the foregoing sufficiënt at this time, and beg leave respectfully to submit them for your consideration,
W. WILLIS, D. G. M.
The W. Bro. Folger made some remarks in explanation, but after some progress, was reminded by the Kt. W. D. G. Master, that there was no motion before the body. On motion, Resolved that the report of the D. G. M. be accepted. The W. Bro. Folger then gave his statement of the circumstances which took place in T. R. A. Lodge, No. 2. Several Brothers made enquiries in relation to the statements made ; various propositions were offered and discussed, after which the following resolution was adopted:
Resolved, That the report of the R. W. D. G. M. Bro. Willis, in re/erence to the conduct of W. Bro. Folger, of No. 2, be referred to a special coininittee of five, with powers to send for persons and papers, to report thereon at the next annual meeting of this Grand Lodge.
The committee to whom [he above resolution was referred by the Grand Lodge, consists of W. Brothers Phillips, Millar, Faron, Satterthwaite, and Rockwell.
The W. Bro. Folger asked permission to be heard before the committee by counsel. A motion was made and seconded that his request be granted, whereupon an anima-



4ed discussion ensued; after which the D. G. M. decided that as the motion proposed to introducé an innovation, he could notput the question, but that if the body disapproved of his decision, and an appeal sustained, he vvould then put the question ; for great as was his power by the station which he held, the power of the Grand Lodge wasgreater. The decision of the chair was not questioned.
The W. Bro. Delapierreof Mt. Moriah Lodge, No. 27, stated that he belonged to a quiet and peaceable Lodge ; at the last regular meeting however, a document had been received there from I. R. A. Lodge, No. 2, which the Master had ordered to be entered on the minutes, but which he, as Secretary of that Lodge, thought a very improper paper to be entered there, as he looked upon it as a firebrand throvvn in to disturb the peace and harmony of the craft; he had therefore thought it his duty as a Past M aster and memberofthe Grand Lodge, to bring the paper up and ask the advice of the Grand Lodge vvhat he ought to do. The W. Brother was informed both by the D. Grand Master and by other members of Independent Royal Arch Lodge, No. 2, that the document had been repudiated by the unanimous vote of Independent Royal Arch Lodge, No. 2, and that all copies of it had been ordered to be suppressed, and that it was desired that Mt. Moriah Lodge would not receive it, as it was the wish of No. 2, that'it should not be preserved. The W. Bro. Dutcher, Master of No. 2, stated that the document in question had been written by him, that^e was responsible for ils contents, and that he did not wish to have it suppressed, but hoped it would be read. The W. Bro. Pennell requested that the Grand Lodge would not lay any blame on No. 2, as that Lodge had annulled the article, and ordered every copy to , be destroyed ; many brethren called for the reading of the paper in question, but after debate, it was, on motion
Resolced, That the paper be referred sealed from the hands of Brother Delapierre, to the chairman of the committee just appointed, vvith instructions, that if the subject of said paper rehttes to the case already referred to said committee, that they act uponit in'connection therewith; if otherwise that the committee make a separate report thereon.
The Grand Secretary on behalf of Trinity Lodge, No. 12, asked that that Lodge might have permission to keep their minutes in the German language, which was granted on condition that they keep a copy in English also.



A Petition was received from Bro. Charles G. Christman and others, for a Warrant to constitute a Lodge in the city of New-York, by the name of Pylhagoras Lodge, with the privilege of having an Orator. The petitioners were recommended by German Union Lodge, No. 54, the subject was referred to the Grand Officeis with powers.
A Petition for restoration to Masonic privileges from Jas. H. Meigs, was read, together with the recommendation of Watertown Lodge, No. 49, accompanying the same.— Motions to refer to G. S. L.,—to the G. Officers,—and to grant the prayer of the petitioner, were successively made and negatived ; the petition was firially ordered to lie on the table.
The foUowing reporls of expulsions Sfc. were received from the Lodges:—
From German Union, No. 54, of the expulsion of Geo. Scho, and the restoration to Masonic privileges ol George Grey.
From L'lJnion Frangaise, No. 17, of the expulsion of Eugene Bertrand, Jean Philippe Schmohl, Jacob Guinguiner, Von Houtten Pierre Dubois, Logier Lewis De Waal, Francis Tessier, and Jean Elie Francis Flandin. Suspended by the same Lodge for non-payment of dues, Charles Marchand, Elie Weill, Adrian Duran, Joseph "Wecky, Henry Crevolin, Leon Nicholas Cormier; and suspended for unmasonic conduct, Jules Dubois.
Candidate rejected by the same Lodge, Moritz Raunheim.
From Mechanic Lodge, No. 31, of the restoration of John E. Solomons, and Edward Smylie.
From Benevolent Lodge, No. 28, of the expulsion of Timothy T. Cutter, and Samuel Loweree for unmasonic conduct; and of the suspension for non-payment of dues, of James Achinson, Wni. Henderson, Carman Smith, John S. Gilbert, Richard G. Wood, John Patterson, Samuel Shannon, John Suydam, James Kilpatrick, Lorenzo D. Brown, Gurdon Robinson, James Spence, Daniël Miller, Wm. H. Merritt, Robert McDonald, Amasa Hagar, Nathaniel T. Hawkins, Benjamin B. Smith, James H. Welch, Thomas Morton, Peter Morris, Henry Smith, and Joseph Weaver.
The Evening being far advanced the Grand Lodge then closed in due form.
JAMES HERRING, GrandSecrelary.



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OF
ïïmii ©n1 sjnw°^r®iBis0
June 2d, &. £. 5841.
The Grand Annual Communication of the Rt. W. Grand Lodge of the Ancient and Honorable Fraternity of Free and Accepted Masons, of the State of New-York, was held at the Grand Lodge Room, in the city of New-York, on Wednesday Evening, the 2d of June, A. L. 5841, and opened in DUE FORM, and with solemn prayer.



June 2d, A. L. 5841.
PRESENT.
Rt. W. William Willis, D. G. M. as Grand Master.
" Wm.W. Nexen, of No. 1, " D. Grand Master.
" " Joseph Cuyler, S. Grand Warden.
" " John D. "NVillard, J. Grand Warden.
" " James Herring, Grand Secretary.
" " Richard Ellis, Grand Treasurer.
'• " and Rev. Salem Town,) n , ■ „
« "Rev.YVm.F. Walker^ G. Chaplains.
" " Joseph Sprague, Grand Marshal.
" " John Coffin, G. Svvord Bearer.
" Brother Allstadt, No. 54, " G. Stand. Bearer.
" " Bingham, No. 58, " S. Grand Deacon.
" " VanSice, No. 62, " J. Grand Deacon.
" " Van Duyne, Grand Stewart.
" " De Loynes, "
" " Pirsson, "
«( ii
" Wm. Hemma, " Grand Pursuivant.
" James Thorburn, Grand Tiler.
The Representatives of the Grand Lodges of Ireland, District of Columbia, and New-Jersey, and the Representatives and Past Masters of the following Lodges :—
St. John's No. 1 Albion, 26
Ind. Royal Arch, 2 Mt. Moriah, 27
Mt. Vernon, 3 Benevolent, 28
St. Patrick's, 4 Mechanic, 31
Hudson, 7 Warren, 32
Holland, 8 Ark, 33
Kingston, 10 Rising Sun, 37
Trinity, 12 Olive Branch, 39
Apollo, 13 Star, 43
Temple, 14 Utica, 47
"Western Star, 15 Concord, 50
L'Union Fransaise, 17 Fidelity, 51
Fortitude, 19 Brownville, 53
Abrams, 20 German Union, 54
Washington, 21 Hohenlinden, 56
St. Johns', 22 Hibernia, 57
Adelphi, 23 Phcenix, 58



Manhattan, La Fayette, Richmond, Mariners, Montgomery, j\ aval,
62 64 66
67
68 69
St. Simon & St. Jude, 72 Evening Star, 75
Mixville, 78
Hamilton, 79
Montgomery, 80
Washington, U. ï). (85)
The minutes of the Grand Lodge at the Quarterlv Meeting on the 3d of March, 5841, were read and appro-
1 he Minutes of the Grand Stewards' Lodge, held on the 26th of May, were read and confirmed.
The D. G. Master announced the recent decease of our worthy Brother H. H. Brown, one of the G. Stewards of tnis Lrrand Lodge ; whereupon it was
fw-j That J Fu01nTitl^e be aPPointed t0 address a letter of condolence sent sess/on W' Grand Lodge be put in mourning daring the pre-
The following Committees were then appointed by the chair:
On Credentials. On Grievances. On Warrants.
On Charity.
On accounts of Delegates.
On Foreign Correspondence.
On Room Rent.
' Right W. Bro.
" Bro. 1 " Bro.
1 Right W. Bro. " Bro. " Bro. I Right W. Bro.
" Bro. I " Bro.
Right W. Bro. " Bro. " Bro. W. Bro. " Bro. " Bro. W. Bro. " Bro. " Bro. Right W. Bro. " Bro. " Bro.
Herring.
Hoffman.
Carrique.
Willard.
Bingham.
W eed.
Cuyler.
Powers.
Barnum.
Coffin.
Solomons.
Dixon.
Pliillips.
Seixas.
Millar.
Boyd.
Davis.
Pirsson.
Sprague.
A. C. Coffin.
F euchtwanger.



The Grand Secretary then read his Annual Report, which was accepted, and is as follows:
" The Grand Secretary of the Right Worshipful Grand Lodge of the State of New-York, has to Report:
That at the time of the last Annual Communication there vvere some deb's standinir against the Grand Lodge, which origiuated at a period wlien the inveHed funds were unproductive, by the nonpayment of Bank Dividend*. and when the pressure on the Charity commitlee was unusually heavy. Tliis debton the Ist of June last, was estimated at about $ti00, and would have been entirely extingnished in the course of the year, but for lhe fauure ot three dividends from the Greenvvich Bank: notwithstanding which, the outstanding debt at the present tiine is comparatively small, and will probably be met by the Grand Treasurer in the course of the present quarter.
The Receipts from all sources from the 27th of May, 1840, to the 26th of May, 1841, amounted to $lbJ9 77-
For Ketuins and Dues, $1132 1 o
" Dividends, 473 37
11 Dispensations, 90 00
" Certificates, 80 00
" Warrant to Mixville Lodge, 32 00
" Dispensation to Washington Lodge, Alb. 32 00 " Constiiutions, 25
Taid to lhe Right W. Grand Treasurer, 77
The Warrants of the following l.odges have been revived since the last Annual Communication, and will require their proper numbers:
Western Light Lodge at Lisle. Broome Co. Installed lOth June 184Ö. Can.eron « Howard, Steuben » " Aug.^840.
Montgomery " Slillwater, Saratoga " 29th (Jet. 1840.
Hannltnn " Palatine Bridge, Mont. " " 14th Oct. 1840.
Alexandria " Jefferson "
A Warrant was issued on the 5th of June last, for a Lodge at Mixville, in the County of Alleghany, hy the title of Mixville Lodge. of vvhjch Hiram Couch wasappointedthe first Master, Elijah Paindge b. W. and Phihp pul J. W. The Lodge was conslituted wilh ten meinbers, on the 7th ol Uctober.
On the 6th of February last, a llispensation was issued for a Lodge to be held at Albany, under the title of Washington Lodge, ol which W.Georgo
S-Gibbons was appointed Master, John Owens S W. and Thomas btewart
J. W. This Lodge was organized with 15 members, on the 15lh rebruary. The Dispensation has been /eturned wilh their records and by-laws, and the brethren ask for a Warrant.
On the 2d of April, a Warrant was issued to Julius Edward Loth, as Maaier Au-ustus F. Boden S. W. Frederick Wallis J. W., and five otlier Master Ma,0ii° to hold a Lodge in the City of New-York, under lhe tule of I ythagoras Lodge. The business of this Lodge is to be conducted m the German Language, but a copy of the minutes is to be kept in the English also. lhis Lodge has not yet been constituted.
A few Lod«es are at this time in arrears from three to six years ; I have written to all of them in the course of the last Winter, and have urged them to make their returns and be represented ; I have received assurances from some of them that they will be represented at this communication, others bave made returns and ask for a remission of a part of their dues.



Previous to the last June Communication, United Brethren Lodge, No 18 at Cazenov.a, sent not.ce of the dissolution of that Lodge. I have since, twicé demamled the Warrant, and a statement and surrender of the pronertv but have reteivod noauswers. Helieving from the silenco preserved, that there
S'?Grand ■ I Pr"Per'y iT whicl,.°"*htcoms ™"> possession of
the Grand Lodgt, [ rei ominend that some ïnvestigution should be instituted beyond what 1 have been able to malie. msimiieu,
Morton Lodge, No. 10, at Memnstead, Qneens Co. have made no returns sinco their restoration in 1830 '] heir proxy, the VV. Brother Patrick Molt at that time paid $15 on account of one year's dues.on the promise of the re-
1ódlr'lTh K y mn i0.'"- S"";e 'hat ,ime ,hB h0"se in which »>e
Lod^e was held has beun pulled down, and they have been without a place of him heMT 6 years,.th® laf M.as'er'las femoved and taken the Warrant with th? Pr.nH rTc'^"rer 's doad and the 9,nds c,lnnot he obtained. The action of r j Lor,Se seems to be reqmred on this subject. These are the onlv
notice°imnaed'ately^° 63 JUr,sdiction lhat aPPea' «quire particular
In meeting the Grand Lodge at this annual communication, ivith a report of an increased and uinreasing reveuuo, an increase of eight Lod-es in the course of the year, and but few delinquents, I trust that my brethren will rel"® i6 S'gT\ ffim',"ph j h'ch °"r Ins,it"Iio" ha» achieved over all ar | H ! f% flcal dlffi1C"l,lJes du indeed s,il1 enibarrass and retard particu-
Ibund^fA' , "S " brad Tw of the °rder in this State, we have abundant cause to congratulate each other, and to thank God for our preserVdtion, protection,and prosperily.
The Cnmmittee on Foreign Correspondence appointed at the last annual rrrcr!"' Save Pr.eI,;,.red a f"" reP°rt on our relations with the various t ° k r Fra.ter?"y w correspondence with lis, but one subjed l be2 have to lay before the Grand Lodge. as it did not come before that committe! in the correspondence of the year. ^omnmiee
On the 2d Tuesday, of September next. two very important Masonic bodies and^hePr° iï° mef,i;thls c,tv! they are the Gene.al Grand Krieampment pnni Ge;'er"' Grand Chapter of the United States. These bod,es meet tri-
Fr" erniïv i. fh'"C'P- °'I,e8 'he U"ion' II has bee" ths Cllstu"> 'he tlm «. h 7 ° S ,0,HMlertaln th» distingnished Masons who compose
bee'n «?t h' 'a g'TJ.S ' i" accor(knco w»h that custom which has always been attended with happy eflects.it is the des,re of a large por,ion of mir
& Ire ;i d a n n''' n!" H ft f-u'U'd apPoirit a t,,nl"'i»ee to unite with one
aIready appmnted by the Grand ( hapter of this Stale, in giving a fraternal and hospitable recept,on to the Visiting Brethren on that occasion.
'1 he papers necessary for the business of the various standing Committees may ple^toCder 8,1 10D' ^ °ther disP°silion lhe Grand Lodge
New York, June2d, A. L. 1841JAMES HERRING' Grand ^eentary.
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The Grand Treasurer's Report was then read, accepted and adopted, and is as follows :
The Grand Treasurer of the Rt. W. Grand Lodge of the State of New-York, has the honor to report,
That he has received from the Rt. W. Grand Secretary, Brother Jamei Herring, during the year commencing the 27th of May, 5840, to the 26th of May, 5841, the sum of Eighteen Hundred and Thirty-nine Dollars,and Eighty Cents.
That he has paid out and produced receipts, to the Rt. W. Grand Steward'» Lodge, as follows, viz:
To Delegates from Country Lodges, $423 80
" Payments by order of the G. S. Com. of the Grand Lodge, 104 00 " Incidental expenses, Printing, &.c. 100 02
" Salaries of the Grand Üfficers, 826 51
" Balanoe due Grand Treasurer, 27th May, 5841, 474 44
It was then announced that the W. Joseph P. Pirsson, who had been appointed Representative of the Grand Lodge of Georgia, was wailing for reception, whereupon, the Grand Secretary introduced the W. Brother Pirsson, who appeared on this occasion clothed in the l ich costume of the Grand Lodge of Georgia. His commission from the Grand Master of Georgia, was read. The Rt. W. William Willis, Deputy Grand Master, then received and welcomed the Representative of the Grand Lodge of Georgia, in the following address :
Worshipful Brother Pirsson,—
The Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Georgia has ever been one of the firmest and most faithful friends of this Grand Lodge. In the government of the Craftwithin its jurisdietion, its course has been marked under various and sometimes trying circumstances, by firmness, prudence, wisdom and dignitv, which has se-uired our respect and reverence. Wilh this high regard for thé Mosi Woshipful Body whose Representative you have been appointed, "nearthe Rt W. Grand Lodge of the State of Mew-York," it affords me very great satisfaction to recognize you, and to receive and welcome ytu in yonr official capacity. Your zeal for the Masonic Institution, and all your talent and industry will have a new, and wide,and an honorable field for their exercise. As a Mason you could enjoy but few highcr honors than is conferred upon you by this commission, which constitutes you, " the Representative of the interest», rights, and dignity of the Grand L*dge of Georgia," and by which you " are cbarged and required to bold official and social Masonio
By Cash received from Rt. W. Grand Secretary,
Balance due Grand Treasurer,
All of which is most respectfully submitted.
$1928 77 1839 80
$88 97
RICHARD ELLIS, Grani Treasurer.



mterconrse" with U9, 14in relation to matters pertainfng to the benefit of the Craft, and the extension and diffusion of the benign principles of our glorious Order, and to report to the Most Worsbipful Grand Lodge of Georgia." The alliance between these Independent Masonic GoYernmenls, is now strengthened, and it in a great measure tests with you, so to carry out tho design of your eonstituenls, that the importance and utility of the Keprescntative system may be made manifest beyond qnestion. While therefore this Grand I.odge is exerting its energies for the diffusion of Light and Truth, for the maintenance of order, and the conservation of the ancient Landmark», I trust that you, Worshipful Brother, will prove a faithful guardian of the rights and interests entrusted to your care.
Worshipful ISrother, you will please communicate to the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Georgia, the assurancesof our high respect and esteem, and please accept for yourself the congratulations, and best wishes of the Fraternity, for your future welfare and happiness.
To which the Representative of the Grand Lodge of Georgia replied as follows :
Right Woushipful SlR,—
The Grand Lodge of Georgia, impressed with a sense of the importance of a perfect concert of action among the whole Fraternity, have very readily adopted the Representative system which emanated from this body, and which if carried out, will afford to every Masonic community throughout the world, facilities of information which they have never heretofore possessed. The Grand Secretaries of the different bodies, their official organs, could not possibly enter into a minute correspondence with so extended a Fraternity as ours, and hence beyond the ordinary business transactions of each body, the Brethren have been totally ignorant of the local affaire of each other.
Every Government in christendom has its Representative, who maintains its rights and dignity abroad. At the time of our recent troubles when a large body of masons rebelled, and brought upon themselves the ban of excommunication, had this system prevailed, it is not at all likely that in a neighboring State, an individual Lodge would have had the hardihood to take part with those refractory brethren, and admit them into Masonic communion; neither would two Past Grand Masters of that State have enacted the farce of erecting a Grand Lodge out of such fallen spirits. Well meaning Brethren from utter ignorance of the true position of our local matters, are at this moment associating with expelled masons, who, under the mantle of a charter surreptitiously obtained. are reccivedas good men and true, for the want of a proper understanding of the case. The high minded and chivalric State, whose Grand Lodge I have the honorto represent, is keenly alive to the honor and dignity of the Craft, and having the most perfect confidence in the integrity ond honor of this Grand Body, will never raise the question, " why such and such things have been done," or arrogate the right to sitin judgment on its acts, but content itself with a knowledge of the fact that it is done, to concur in its justice.
It atfords me great pleasure to be the chosen instrument of communication between the two Grand Bodies, and I trust that I shall not be Wanting in diligence and fidelity, whatever 1 may lack in talents, in the performance of the high and honorable functions assigned me, and as a member and officer also of this Grand Body, my duties and responsibilities are so interwoven as to insure, and I trust perpetuate the most friendly relations between the two governments.
As our Institution has no geographical limits, and knows neither sect, country, or toogae,but embraces every creed and nation, and language; how beau-



tifully would its sublime principles be carried out by a universal system of Representation, recognizing each Grand Body asa Masonic Government, (as in reality it is.) and each of those Governmeuts having an ambassador at the other. By this means a uniformity of work would be cstablished. and the grand landmarks of our Order would not be invaded as they too often aro for the want of this Masonic intercourse, vvhich embarrasses travelling Brethren, and sometimes bars the door of the Temple to their entrance. It would al.so be a certain shield against imposture, to vvhich we are now perpetually exposed; for how many of the negligent and unfaithful of the Craft partake of our bounties and honors who would be noted and known, if the comiuunity they haïled frorn was represented in the one whose hospitalities they sought.
This correspondence between the immediate Representatives of the respective governments residents at each, would indentify every refugee from the pale of Masonic justice, and hand himoverto the jurisdiclion he fled to, as an outlaw from our order. The wandering mendicants who prey upon our vitals, shewing diplomas from the most respectable communities, and claiming passports to others, with alms to bear them from place to place, would be detected in their frauds, while the deserving would be more gratefully received and more surely benefitted.
This System I understand has long prevailed in many of the Governments of Europe, and two of them have interchanged representatives with us; and I doubt not, that when the proceedings of this comniunication shall be transmitted to the others, they will do the same. With the banners of our respective governments floating over our heads when in grand convocation, and in full paraplianalia of our stations, an imposing spectacle will be exhibited, which will silently work its way to the heart, and banish that bickering and contentious spirit which is sometimes too freely indulged in, by those who allow the head to usurp the place of the heart. It will teil the Craft, that we are a body of men dispersed over the universe, whose bond of union is that mystic tie,
" Which none bat craftsmen ever knew and that ainong Masons no contention or cmulation should ever exist, but that noble contention and cmulation of " who can best work, and best agree."
Being "charged and required to hold official intercourse with the worthy brethren af this Grand Lodge, in relation to matters pertaining to the benefit of the Craft, and the extension and diffusion of the benign principles of our glorious Order, and to report thereou to the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Georgra," and "to represent the interests. rights. and dignity of said Grand Lodge of Georgia, near this Right Worshipful Grand Lodge," and so to represent them u in the several communications of this Grand Lodge." I shall never absent myself from any of your communications, unless compelled to do so by sickness or some other unavoidable emergency, and while paying the homage due to your august body, shall claim the same for mine.
Bound as I am to respect the constitution and ordinances of this G. Lodge, and its officers suprème and subordinate, (among the latter of whom I myself rank,) I have an additional obligation imposed on me, which points to duties of a delicate character, and requires the exercise of unceasing vigilance, self scrutiny, and a courteous and bland demeanor. It adds to my weight of character, and callson meso to conduct myself, that the honor, glory, and reputation of my constituents may remain unsullied in the person of their Hepresentative,and the Craft at large convinced of the good effects of this system.
I shall not be slów in commu.nicating to my government " the assurances of high respect and esteem'ryou have expressed for it and also the courteous and digtiified reception you have given to its Representative. Permit me Right "Worshipful Sir, in the name of Georgia, to tender you the right .hand of Fellowship, and to invoke foryourself individualiy, aud for the august body of which you are the chief, the choicest gifts of Heaven, anda long career of prosperity and peace,"



The Committee on Foreign Correspondence, appointed at the last annual communication, made their Report, vvhich was read and referred to the new committee, and is as follovvs :
"The Committee on Foreign Correspondence beg Ieave to Report,
That they have examined the printed proceedings and officia] letters of the Grand Officers of the G. Lodges of Maine, New-Hampshire, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, Georgia, Kentucky, '1 ennessee, Ohio, Indiana, Missouri, Mississippi, Lonisiana, Alabama, Florida, I exas, and Hamburg; fiom our Representative near the Grand Lo.'ge of New Jersey, and printed proceedings of the Grand Chapter» ot Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maryland, Virginia, Tennessee, and Alabania^ The Committee are happy to state, thatfrom the extensive view wliich they have thus been enabled to take of the state of the Masonic Institution, in the past year, they may congratulate the Fraternity on its advancement in peace and prosperity. Allhough in some sections of liie Uniied States, there appears to be less zeal and activity than heretofure they have known to exist in the saine quarters; yet there is a steady, firm, and dignified maintenance of priociples, discipline, and harmonious action every where apparent.
In the Western, and South Western States, and Texas, the Order is rapidily ïnr-reasing, and from the decision and energy of the Grand Lodges, and the vigilance and indefatigable attention and talent manifested by the Grand Offi. cers in those sections of our continent, we have reason to believc the Order willnot be pertnilted to lose character by the increase of numbers.
It will be remembered, that last year a proposition was received from the G. Lodge of Alabama, for the appointment of a delegate by this Grand Lodge to attend a convention at Washington, in March next, for the purpose of deternnning on a uniform mode of Work throughout the Uniied States, and to make other lawlul regulations, for the interest and security of the Craft.
We observe that sonie of the Grand Lodges have acted on the proposition, but that others have not done so.
The Grand Lodges of Florida, Georgia, Maryland, Indiana, Massachusetls. and Connecticut, have resolved to appoint Delegates. The Grand Lodge of Ohio, has laid the subject over till October; and the Grand Lodges of Kentucky and Tennessee have declined ; the Grand Secretary af Alabama, in a letter of 24ih March last, writes, that he has no doubt a maiority of the Grand Lodges will assent.
The Grand Lodge of Texas, has removed its seat from Houston to the city of Austin, and has fifteen Lodges within its jurisdiction.
Tho following extract from the record of the proceedings of the G. Lodge of the Repuhhc of Texas, has been received by our Grand Secretary. „ " ^eso'e£d' tllat 'his Grand Lodge sustains the Grand Lodge of the State ot i\ew-York, and that no communication be held with the expelled Masons or öt. John s Grand Lodge."
"Resolved, That the Grand Secretary be instructed to forward a printed copy of the 'Abstract of the proceedings of the Grand Lodges of the United <, „ , (ormation of aclandestine association in the city ofNew-York.
called St. John s Grand Lodge, by expelled masons,' accompanied with the Prec® . "S resolution, to each of the Lodges subordinate to this Grand Lodge lortheir mformation and compliance, also one copy to the Grand Lecturer."



Touching the same subject, the M.W. Grand Lodge of Mississippl, recefived and adopted the following Report and Resolutions :
" The Committee on Foreign Correspondence, have noticed, that there is " mnch unaniniity in the action of the several Grand Lodges of the United "States, npon the subject of tho clandestine Grand Lodge in the State of " New-York,called St. John's Grand Lodge, and in addition to the determina" tion of this Grand Lodge, nol to recognise said clandestine Grand Lodge, re" commend the adoption of the preanible and resolution marked A, which " ore as follows:
" Whereas, it appears that the charters of certain Lodges, under the juris" diction of the Hight Worshipful Grand Lodge of the State of New-Vork, "have been annulled, and the niembers thereof expelled frotn the benefits of " Masonry, and that the said subordinate Lodges and members, have fortned a " clandesiine Grand Lodge, under the name of St. John's Grand Lodge, and " have granted charters to subordiuate Lodges, in defiance of the first authority "of the Grand Lodge of the State of New-York; and whereas, such conduct " is in violation of the regulations of Masonry, and subversive of all order " and harmony.
" Rcsnlved, That the Grand Lodge of New-York be sustained in its lawful " proceedings, and that all intercourse with the aforesaid expelled Masons, "and their clandestine Grand Lodge,bestudiously gnardedagainst and avoid" ed, and that the subordinate Lodges under the jurisdiction of this Grand " Lodge, be hereby thereto instructed ; and further, that the Grand Secretary " cause to be published in connection with the list of rejectioiis, suspensions, " and expulsions, now required, the nanies of the subordinate Lodges, work"ing under the self-styled St. John's Grand Lodge, and the names of all the " members of the same."
In connection wilh the same matter, the Grand Lodge of New-Jersey, at it* last anuual meeting, adopted the following resolutions:
" Kcsolved, That this Grand Lodge will adhere to the report of the Commit" tee on Foreign Correspondence and to their recommendations, as respect» " St. John's Grand Lodge in the city of New York, and adopted by this Grand " Lodge in the years 1837 and 1833.
" Rcsolvcrl, That the Grand Lodge of New-Jersey, regards the Grand Lodges " of the several States and Territories of this Union, which have been hereto" fore recognized, as holding exclusive jurisdiction, within the limit» of those i« States and Territories, and will regard every attempt to violate this principle, " in this or any other State or Territory, as an innovation in the established " regulations of the Order."
In relation to the propriety of recognizing Masons initiated in Lodge» practising the French and Scottish rites, a subject reported by a Committee of this Grand Lodga, in 1838. to be of the highest importance to the whole Masonic Fraternity, and which was submitted to the Grand Lodges of this Union, for their consideration, we regret to state that few of the G. Lodges have as yet iriformed us of their views.
In addition to what has heretofore been reported, we find the following in a letter from the late L>. G. M, of Massachusetts :
" With regard to the proposition made by you some time since, that relating to the fellowship with brethren of the Scottish rite, was acted upon by this Grand Lodge, and a copy of the report was, I think directed to be transmitted to the Grand Lodge of N. Y. lts tenor as far as l now recoilect was this, " that the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts always recognized the authority of " Foreign Grand Lodges in regular standing, and had made no distinction on " aceount of any pecwlisrity in their rites."



The Most W. Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Loulsiana, writes
There is hardly any difference between the York, Scotch, and Fren'ch Rites in the three first Degrees, and this was one of the reasons for which the Scotch and French Lodges in New-Orleans, put themselves under the jurisdiction of our Grand I;odge, who alone has the power of constituting Lodges of tho«e ritesin Louisiana."
The Grand Lodge or Kentucky expresses itself in favor of the commumon.
A Ietter from the Grand Lodge of Hamburg, which we shall presentlv give at length, alludes to the same subject liberally. Thiis it appeais the question has presented itself simultaneously in both Hemispheres. The Committee cannot but indulge the hope that so important a question, will meet with the attention it deserves.
The G. Lodge of Missouri, expresses its decided disapprobation and censure of the "practiceof performing any vvork whatever, (except what directly relates to the conferring the Degrees of Entered Appreutice and Fellow Craft,) in any other than a Lodge of Master Masons."
The Grand Lodges of Mississippi and Tennessee, coincide in that opinion The practice thus complained of, has very recently been introduced in thii State, but your Committee have long disapproved of it, and recommend its discontinuance.
Your Committee observed that it is a general rille in nearly ali the Grand Lodges in correspondence with us, to examine the By-Laws of Lodges and to approve the same before thcir adoption. This is a wholesome practice and we recommend that measures be taken to collect copies of the By-Laws of "11 the Lodges in this State, for examination by a special committee on or before the next annual communication, and that hereafier all new Lodffes be required to submit their By-Laws to the Grand Lodge for approval before they are made obligatory on their inembers.
We observed with great pleasure that many of the G. Lodges at their last annual meetings, were presented with reports from their Grand Masters or Grand becretaries, showing the state of the Institution within the jurisdiction dur.ng the year. The Grand Lodge of Ohio, lms made thi, duty obligatory hereafter on their Grand Master; and the Grand Lodge of Indiana requested their Grand Master to address a circular letter to the subordinate Lodaes on the subject of Masonry in general, and particularly urging on them First a more ngid scrutiny into the character of applicants for the privileges of Ma. '°PV 5 „Sec°nf ® more slrict conformity to the Constitution and By-Laws of the Grand Lodge and subord.nate Ludges ; Third. more particiilar and snperv'sorycontrol over the mora! character and conduct of their members; and the Grand Lodge of Mississippi appropriated One Thousand Dollars a year tor a Grand JLecturer.
From the effects which are already apparent in those States where the Fraternity, and especially the Grand Officers are moet alive to their duties U is evident that there the Institution flourishes with most vigor and beauty'
Your Committee adopt the following language from the report of a Com' of *"" "<<
( ''Your Committee further represent, that, es many of the subordinate
Vm" Practlco of tw° or more candidates in the first
degree of Masonry, at one and the same time, which in the opinion of your
«as» mes; KLas?sage'they ^



" Resolved, That this Grand Lodge requires, and strictly enjoins upon the 41 subordinate Lodges, within its jurisdiction, from and after the passage of "this resolution, that they do not under any pretext whatever, be the emer"gency of the case ever so great, confer the First Degree on more than one " candidate (in the working part,) at a time."
In the course of the past year, an interesting correspondence has been conducted with the Grand Lodge of Hamburg, and several useful printed documents and letters from Grand Officers have been examined by your coramittee. We find complete lists of ali the Officers and members of the Lodges in that jurisdiction, with the age, profession, date of initiation, and the degree in Masonry which each has received, accompanied with the request that should any of them visit this country, they rnay receive that attention and advice, which it is one of the highest dutiesof our order toafford. We observe that the Representative System is used extensively by the Grand Lodge of Hamburg, and that neither labor nor expense is spared in the dissemination of information amongst the Fraternity.
The following letter addressed to this Grand Lodge, arrived a few days after the last annual meeting, neverthelcss, your Committee take great pleasure in presenting it at this time, as its noble sentiment* and pure Masonic spirit, cannot fail of making a proper impression every where, and secu* ring the regard of the Fraternity in this country to our worthy correspondent.
Letter from the Right Worshipful Grand Lodge of Hamburg, to the Right Worshipful Grand Lodge of New York, in the East of America.
MOST WORSHIPFUL GRAND MASTER,
SENIOR WARDEN, AND OFFICERS,
WORTHY AND BELOVED BRETHREN:
We never observe belter the rapid passage of time, than when, after q period spent in a regular succession of employment and recreation, of sorrow and pleasure, a season returns which reminds us that another year has passed away,— that we have ngain travelled a space of time,—that we have approached a step nearer to the great, unknown Eternity.
Havo we wisely improved the time, or have we only added another year to those which have passed away, without any benefit to ourselves and others ? Have our bodies only altered and advanced nearer to the termination of lifè,— have we become better, or are we just where we were?
Now that we are again permitted, after the old and beautiful fashion of our Covenant, to meet you with Masonic greeting and Masonic wishes—to come to you, and with fraternal hands congratulate you on the new born Masonic year; we feel and acknowledge most sincerely the truth of the words which we have addressed to you.
Far beitfrom us, beloved Brethren, to direct these questions to you, as if we had a right to ask an account of your doings. Each true Mason will of his own accord, without the admonition of others, divide his time by the twenty-four inch guage, and will by scrutinizing his actions learn his own failings, and thereby be the better qualified to celebrate in a worthy manner the festival of St. John's day.
While we look back on the just departed Masonic year, and forward into the manifold movements of Masonic and Profane life, it is to ourselves, who through the confidence of our beloved brethren have been elected to conduct these Lodges, we would direct the first questiön, Have we gained ?



Far from overrating our acts, and from hypocritical humility, ne believe we aro able to answer in the name of our Lodges and of all our brethren, with a joyful affirmative. According to our ability we have endeavored to gain light, and by word and actions have paid homage to the everlasting Truth. In love we have conducted the building of ManUind's highest Cathedral, and have endeavored to the utmost of our power to soothe the sorrows of the afflicted. 
We have been lenient to the failings of our Brethren, remembering our own faults; we have loved and honored tho true Mason without distinrtion of Country or Lodge vvhence he came ; we have rivetted the chain of Brotherly love and affection with our beloved Lodges under the Grand Lodge of Berlin, and with our dear sister Lodge " Charles of the Rock," at Altona, acknowledging with truth their friendship; we have endeavored in our profane life to obtain from the world, respect and honor to the name of Freemason.
Happy will it be for us, if the Great Architect acknowledges this our confession, and is satisfied with our labors. May he esteem us worthy for nobler workabove, when he is pleased to call us from our labors here, and may he grant us an unclouded Kast for ever and ever.
But much, beloved Brethren, remains for us to do: all our striving and doing is but imperfect work; to attain perfection is impossible for us! Our Covenant demands much of all its disciples, hut the present commotion of the time requires unusual exertion. The spirit of the time demands of the Mason a cheerful willingness to work before the day closes. We live in a time full of desiro of change and novelty ; of wishes for improvement, and dissatisfaction with old forms and usajes, (often without cause,) striving and laboring after Liberty and Truth. Webeholdthem in struggle with ambition and arrogance, with Hierarchy and the spirit of castes,"(Kasten»eist,) with ignorance and prejudice Who will be Conquerer, we are not able tosay; but experience teaches us that mankind, slowly but surely advances towards perfection, and we look forvvard with pleasant anticipations to the termination of the struggle, trusting in him who guides all with his fatherhand, that this experience, as time advances, will be more and more confirmed.
But we are todo our share, and it seems to us that Freemasonry is called to do something great and important. Let us look at this a little closer.
At this moment, in many countries of our common Fatherland, enraged Cathohcs and Protestants stand in opposition, Jesuitism, (thathundred headed Hydra,) here and there lifts a head, which, though hiding and sneaking, is yet perceivable. It is destroying the harmony heretofore existing between the different sects of christians, and undermining the peace and happiness of domeslic and civil life. (We believe that ia this judgment we are not too severe.)
What can Freemasonry do in this ? First, let it be a warning to us to use all our endeavors to preserve peace within our borders; to beware of overstepping our Landmarks, and to understand the spirit of our order. May every Lodge, and every brother only strive after Truth and Perfection. Let Formg be honored, though they may differ, and let every mason aim at the great object of the Institution, and not be satisfied with performing cold and heartless ceremonies, but studying and comprehending their mystic sense ; so shall every Brother become daily more and more a Free Mason. Masonry works daily without noise, regarding all Brethren with love and honor; not asking one which system he follows, nor another the color of his decoration, or how many degrees he has, but judging only from his works; not minding what his business may be, or what sect he belongs to, but if he be a faithful workman, whose example may be followed. Thus will Freemasonrv increase, the different systems and forms will vaoish, and the true Fratemity form a chain of Trnth and Light.
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But Freemasonry has the power, we believe, to allay those feelings of flost'Iity which exist between the different sects :—not by harsh measures, bilt by love and good example.
As it is onc Temple we are building, and as inevery Lodge, (Werkstatt,) Wisdom, Beauty, and Strcvgth. symbolicuJIy stand ereet, and as we are all aiinjng at one commou mark, the Truth, so is there for all men only onc holij truth, one lovmg lather, one wise manager over all There is for all men but one future, better lifc, and^ for all men but one way to reach it,—and however men may differ according to education, every one—the plainest son of nature, the learned, the Öavage, and the cultivated, acknowledge it
Thus also is the Freemason taught by the principles of our Covenant, tolovo the Foriegn Brother whom he has liever seen before, and with hand in hand to form the Brother-chain without regarding his dress or his profession; so, too, according to ourold Landmarks, the Moslem, the Jew, and the Christian is received with thesame affection, and the gate of the Alasonic Temple is open for all alike ; so, too, are we to act out of the Lodge, to love and honor man as man, more especially those whoareof our Fatherland, and of the same faith with ourselves, and never to turn away from the honest man in hatred, because he differs from us in opinion about inslitutions and ordinances which men have made.
We have one God and Lord; we all hope for one Iïeaven; this unites the Mason to every man, and teaches hirn to overlook many faults in others which otherwise would have wounded his feelings, and preserves the good will of those who would otherwise have been his opponents. Thus Mason ry may be made the means of aocomplishing the commands of the Great Architect of the Universe. He who is the best Christian, the most faithful man, will be also the best Mason ; so let it be in the profane world and in Church relationslive in Brotherhood and peace. Let no one fear the light to separate errors; let no one through selfish arrogance attempt to tear another. Let Freemasons be united in our beloved Fatherland, then truly an impenetrable phalanx would stand, full of joy with the hope of victory ; then, without conflict should vve see the enemy pressed back, defeated and in flight.— Strong, through unity, for our mignty work against the wickedness of the wicked, aud the folly of the multitude, we should see their arrows rebound from our truth bearing ranks. Let every individual remain undisturbed in his religion and politics, let no one be encouraged to neglect his duty, let no accidental difference be the occasion of words, but let Love and Toleration be Free. Thus shall the faithful Freemason pass through life, spreading blessings around hirn, practising Love, and bringing Peace among the moving multitude. So can Freemasonry advance in excellence, raised above the spirit of the time, though still connected with it, while they there sow the seed and behold the fruit. These are our opinions, beloved Brethren, may they beyours also.
Respecting the government of our Lodges, we have to inform you, that the former Masters of the four Lodges here, through the confidence of their Brethren have been re-elected. Our beloved Brother, C. D. L. Meister, late Master of the Lodge Ferdinand zum Felsen, has, through his many avocations, been obliged to resign his station, but we hope he will continue to be as zealous a brother amongst us as before ; his place has been filled by the election of the past Secretary of the Lodge, Brother August Meyer, J. U. Dr. who will not disappoint the expectations of the Fraternity. Other changes you will find, beloved Brethren, in the annexed Report and appendix, and also the 42d Report of our Hospitals.



Continue to ug, dear Brethren, your affection, and be assured of our Brothcr-Iove, which will ahvays be new and living in our hearts, unlil we travel on oiirlast journey to the spring of Love.
(Signcd by the G. Master, G. Secretary, and the Mastera of all the Lodges under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of Hamburg.")
Resolved, That the election of Officers of the G. Lodge take place to-morrow evening, at 8 o'clock, precisely.
The Report of the Special Committee on the Report made by the D. G. M. at the last Quarterly Meeting was then read with documents annexed, and, after some discussion, laid on the table.
The Grand Lodge then adjourned until 10 o'clock tomorrovv morning.
©wmtf S.o'ïr.at^
Thursday Morning, June 3d, A. 1. 5841.
The Grand Lodge convened pursuant to adjournment, at 10 o'clock, on Thursday morning, June 3d, 5841, and was called to order.
PRESENT :
The Rt. W. Joseph Cuyler, S. G. W. as G. Master, &c. &c. Representatives of Lodges as before.
The Minutes of the Grand Lodge held last evening, were read and approved.
The Report of the Grand Secretary read last evening, was referred to a select committee consisting of the W. Brothers Pennell, Wiggins, and Rt. W. Bro. Ellis.
W. Bro. Folger requested the Report of the special committee, laid on the table last evening, to be taken up; the question was taken and lost. On motion, orderecl, that the subject be taken up at half past 4 o'clock this afternoon ; until which time the Grand Lodge was adjourned.



®n?«wir aLonrgt»
Thursday Afternoon, June 3d, A. L. 5841.
The Grand Lodge convened pursuant to adjournment, on Thursday, June 3d, at half past 4 o'clock, P. M. and was called to order.
PRESENT.
The Rt. W. Joseph Cuyler, S. G. W. as G. Master, &c. &c. Representatives of Lodges as before.
The Rt. W. Bro. Cuyler presented the following Report, which was read, accepted, and approved.
" The Committee on Warrants have taken into consideration the several subjects referred to them, and after due deliberation submit the following Report:—
The Committee recommend, tliat Western Light Lodge at Lisle, Broome Co. take the No. 76,—Cameron Lodge at Howard, will take No. 77,—Mixville Lodge, will take No. 78,—Hamilton Lodge will take No. 79,—Montgomery Lodge, Stillwater, Saratoga Co. will take No. 80,—Alexandria Lodge JefFerson Co. will take No. 81. Constellation Lodge, No. 25, not having more than two members remaining, your committee consider the Warrant of eaid Lodge forfeited, and that the Grand Sncrotary shonld demand the said Warrant from the late Master, together withthe x\linutes, Jewels, and Funds of said Lodge.
Your Committee recommend that a new Warrant be granted to Phoebus Lodge, to be held at New-Berlin, in the County of Chenango, by the name of Phoebus Lodge, No. 82, the Warrant to be granted to Rouse Clark as Master, Abraham Baker as S. W., Samuel Angell as J. W., and that the Late Phoebus Lodge, No. 94, transfer and deliver all the property in their hands to Pheobus Lodge, No. 82, so soon as they shall be installed.
Your Committee also recommend that Newark Lodge, in the County of Wayne, be authorized to hold an election for officers, and be revived by paying one year's dues, and taking No. 83.
We recommend that the Warrant granted to Schodack Union Lodge, which has not been called for, be annulled.
Your Committee recommend that the Warrant of Artisan Lodge, at Amsterdam, in the County of Montgomery, be restored, and that some suitable person be authorized to hold an election of officers, and restore said Lodge, on their making a return and paying one year's dues, and take the No. 84.
Your Committee recommend that a Warrant be granted to Geo. S. Gibbon, as Master, John Owen as S. W., and Thomas Stewart as J. W.f of a new Lodge, to be held in the city of Albany, by the name of Washington Lodge, No. 85. Pythagoras Lodge, in the city of New-York, to take the No. 86.
All of which is respectfully submitted,"
JOSEPH CUYLER, Chairman.



The Committee on Credentials presented the following Report which was accepted and approved :
" The Committee on Credentials respectfully report the following Lodges represented, and entitled to vote at the June Communication, A. L. 5841.
No. 1. St. John's, by their Officers and Past Mastera,
2. Ind. Royal Arch, by " "
3. Mt. Vernon, by the W. Elias Vanderlip M. and Richard Parr, S. W.
4. St. Patricks, by Rt. VV. Joseph Cuyler, Master,
7. Hudson, by W. Richard Carrique, Master,
8. Holland, by Iheir Officers aud PastMasters,
12. Trinity, " " .. '
J3. Apollo, by Lyman Powers, J. W.
14. Temple, by Wm. Ferguson, S. W. and Levi Ewing, J. W.
15.^ Western Star. by E. S. Barnnin, proxy.
17. L'Union Frangaise, by their Officers and Past Mastera,
J9. Fortitude, by iheir il «
20. Abrams, by their '• «
21. Washington, by iheir " u
22. St. John's one Past Master, 1 vote,
23. Adelphi, by their Officers and Past Mastera.
26. Albion, by their " 11
28. öenevolent. by iheir " "
31. Mechanic, by their " "
32- Warren, by W. David Dakin, M.
33. Ark, by Richard Ellis, proxy,
39. Olive Branch. by W. Blanchard Powers, Master,
43. Star, by Kowland Thomas, S. W.
47. Utica, by E. S. Bartium, J. \V.
51. Fidehty, by Lyman Strobridge, proxy and Past Master,
5,3. Brownville, by Arba Strong, S. W.
54. Gerinan Uninn, by their Ufficers and Past Mastera,
56. Hohenlinden, by their u <«
57. Hibernia, by their " «
58. Phcenix, by S S. Bingham, W. M.
62. Manhattan by their Ufficers and Past Masters,
64, La Fayette, by their " "
66. Richniond, by their »' «
67. Mariner's, by their tf «
68. Montgomery, by their " "
69. Naval, by their " «
72. St. Simon and St. Jude, by James Herring, proxy 75. Evening Star, by J. F. Fletcher, S. W.
78. Mixville, by B Power, proxy,
79. Hamilton, by Rt. W. Josèph Cnyler,
80. Montgomery, by John S- Weed, proxy,
85. Washington, by their Officers and Past Masters,"
The Report of the Special Committee, laid on the table acce6pVtecling' WM 0n m0ti°n °f the Rt" W' Georêe Davis,



Resolved, That the Committee be requested to furniah an abstract of the testimony.
W. Bro. Davis, moved, that the Grand Secretary be instructed to address a commuriication to the Chairman of the Committee, for the testimony received before the Committee; the Chairman of the Committee being present, stated, that he had but part of the testimony, all which he delivered to the Grand Secretary; after which it was
Resolved, That the subject with the papers be referred to the Committee on * Gricvances.
The W. Bro. Phillips, Chairman of the Committee, appointed on the 3d of March last, to whom was referred the document from the hands of Bro.Delapierre, made a Report which is as follows:
"The Special Committee to whom was referred at the QuarterlyCommunication of the Rt. W. Grand Lodge of the State of New-York, on the 3d of March last, on the resolution " that a certain paper in the hands of W. Bro. " Delapierre, which had been sent to Mt. Moriah Lodge, should be delivered "by hiin to the Chairman of this Committee tomake a separate report thereon, il unless it related to another subject also referred to this committee, in which 11 case the report could be made together, but otherwise to make a special "report," beg leave respectfully to represent to your Rt. W. Body, that not finding the contents of the paper received from VV. Bro. Delapierre relating to the report of the Rt. W. Ü. G Master, they make this Special Report — That the document in question, which is hereunto annexed for the consideration of the Grand Lodge, was sent to Mt. Moriah Lodge. It contains the alarming and dreadful doctrine that the authority of this Grand Lodge is not considered as supreme amongstthe subordinate Lodges under its jurisdiction, and from whom they derive their existence. It purports to be a Decree issued by Bro. Benjamin C. Dutcher, the W. M. of Independent ltoyal Arch Lodge, No. 2, and approved of at an Extra Meeting of said Lodge. on the 17th of February last. charging that the officers of this Rt W. Grand Lodge, did usurp power not granted to them, in visitation of I. 11. A. Lodge, No. 2, and contains matter so repugnant to the feelings of your committee, that they beg to bo excused from even dwelling on a subject so revolting to every member of the Craft, and the unmasonic conduct of its author, will on the reading of the document, be but too apparent to your Rt. W. body. If your Committee could believe there was another member of our Order who coincided with the opinion of W. Bro. Dutcher, on the rightof this Grand Lodge to exercise the highest authority over its subordinates, they would detail and establish facts to demonstrate the mighty power vested in this Grand Body; but they do not deem it necessary to do so, fully believing no one can be found bold enough to uphold doctrines so terrible to the harmony of our Order, save its author.— Your Committee however are rejoiced at being able to annonnce that at the following Regular Meeting of No. 2, its members unanimously expunged the resolution passed at the Extra Méeting, and avowed their disapproval of the contents of the paper hereunto annexed, and prohibited their being issued, but notwithstanding this, the VV . Bro. Dutcher did send it to Mount Moriah Lodge. Your Committee are pained at being obliged to annex to this report another document emanating from the W. Bro. Dutcher, addressed to the G. Master, and by him referred to them, which tends but to confirm the first one.
The W. Bro. Dutcher on being summoned before your committee, did (with



tho exception of acknowledging himself the author of the document annexed,) re use to be interrogated by them, and denied their right of enquiry.
Your Committee deem it unnecessary for them to make further coroment on is case—the reading of the annexed documents will satisfy every memer o tnis Grand Lodge, that the W. IJro. Dutcher has been gmlty of grosa nmasonic conduct. Your Committee feel it incumbent ori them to state, that the parties yisiting I. R. A. Lodge, No 2, consisted of the Rt. W. D. Grand the rLod'"^ unc*er ^ie orc'ers W. Grand Master, and other officersof
Nothing further remains for your Committee to act on, but their opinion. w ïcn they cannot again avoid expressing, that the W. M. of No. 2, has been «T °l 8,i fonduet compels them, in faithfully discharging their duty, to the* foliovvingr^-^Grand Lodge, to adopt, in the preservation of its dignity,
T Ihu1 Brother Be"jamin C. Dutcher, W. M. of Ind. Royal Arch
ft! tfk' ' alld.he 18 liereby expelled from the Masonic Fraternity, and
a e arrant of said Lodge be delivered to the Senior Warden thereo£ pleclionStl'UC'i0nS and ac* uüder the same until their lleit annual
All of which is respectfully submitted."
ISAAO PHILLIPS, Chairman.
JAMES M1LLAR,
JUHN FARON,
WM. ROCKWELL,
JOHN B. SATTF.RTHWAITE.
The Report and resolution contained therein were accepted and adopted nem. con. Benjamin C. Dutcher, being present was then requested to retire, which he did.
JThe D. G. M. Bro. Willis, then made the following Re-
New-York, June 2d, A. L. 5841.
Brethre»,—
On the Evening of May 24,1841,1 authorized Bro. Goulding, S. W. of I. R. A. Lodge, No. 2, to hold the Regular and emergent meetings of said Lodge and to preside at the same, in the event of the W. M. Bro. Dutcher, relusfn*
bïiefll to° lay%"oredy°ou ThB CirCUmstaüce9 a"end<»§ w^ch, I will endeavouf
T »\^d|ay/ïerffoMa?2t^LÏ841' ' atlended the Regular Meeting of whVh ff Lodge, No. 2, of which I am amember; during a conversation ! T Personf'he W. M. Dutcher peremplorily closed th" 'h lmJ?edl'Ue|y "jf "■ G Master of this Grand l.odge, opened the m iwhtlln H"' j r°i ï not,onl>' own case as a niember of said Lodge them nf nfnX °l ' i!rethren m|ght have an opportunity afforded
1. W M ? P1êVn ltS 'rue P°sltl0n be'ore this Grand Body, which bv the W. M. clostng the Lodge so abruptly they wero prevented from doing, and fearing from the manner in which the W. M. Dutcher acted, and left the Lodge.



he might not be disposed to open1 the same again, I authorized the S. W. Bro. Goulding todo so, conforming i» all his acts to the Constitution of the Grand Lodge, and By-laws of I. K. A. Lodge, No. 2.
I respeclfully submit the foregoincr statement for consideration and such action as you may think the subject demands.
WM. WILLIS, D. G. M.
The Report of the Rt. W. D. G. Master, was accepted and approved.
The Grand Lodge then adjourned until 8 o'clock.
Shursday Evening, June 3d, A. !■> 5841.
The G. Lodge convened pursuant to adjournment, at 8 o'clock, Thursday Evening, June 3d, A. L.5841.
PRESENT.
The Rt. W. Wm. Willis, D. G. Master, as G. M. and Grand Officers as before.
The Committee on Grievances reported in favor of remitting the dues of Warren Lodge, No. 32, from December, 1835, to the present time, on the payment of Twenty Dollars, which report was adopted.
The Salary of the G. Pursuivant was fixed at Fifty Dollars per annum.
The Grand Lodge then proceeded to elect Officers for the ensuing year.
The Most Worshipful Morgan Lewis, of Staatsburgh, Duchess County, was re-elected Grand Master.
Resolved, That a Committee of three be appointed to wait upon the BI. W. Grand Master, and inform htm of his re-election.
The D. Grand Master appointed W. Bro. Coffiti, W. Blanchard Powers, and W. Joseph P. Pirsson on that Committee.
W. Bro. Dixon nominated the Rt. W. Wm. Willis as D. Grand Master.
Rt. W. Wm, Willis of the city of New York, was reelected D. G. Master.



Rt. W. Joseph Cuyler, of Johnstown, Montgomery Co.
Grand Senior Warden,
" " Johu D. Willard, of Troy, Rensselaer County,
Junior Grand Warden,
" " James Herring, of the city of New-York,
Grand Secretary.
" " Richard Ellis, of the city of New-York,
Grand Treasurer.
" " and Rev. Salem Town, of Aurora, Cayuga Co. " " " E. M. Johnson, of Brooklyn, Kings Co.
Wm. F. Walker, Saratoga, Saratoga " " J. Coogland, of Flatbush, Kings Co. Grand Chaplains.
" William Boardman, Grand Pursuivant. Bro. James Thorburn, Grand Tiler.
The time of service of the Second Class of G. Stewards having expired, the following Brethren were elected :
W. John Telfair, ) n e, , ,
" James Millar, f Stewardsfor the next
" Thomas Dugan, 3 Jour Vears•
W. Bro. John Solomons was elected G. S. to fill the vacancy occasioned by the resignation of W. Br. J. Coffin, Jr.
The Grand Lodge then adjourned until 10 o'clock, on Friday Morning.
Friday Morning, June 4th, A. X., 5841.
The Grand Lodge convened according to adjournment, at 10 o'clock, on Friday Morning, June4th, A. L. 5841.
PRESENT.
The Rt. W. Joseph Cuyler, S. G. W. as G. M aster, the other Grand Ofïicers and a constitutional number of Lodges represented.
The minutes of the Grand Lodge held-on Thursday Afternoon and Lvening were read and approved.



The Chairman of the Committee on Warrants, on the petition for the revival of the Warrant of the late Franklin Lodge, No. 37, vvhich had not been surrendered in accordance with the resolution of the Grand Lodge respecting forfeited Warrants, adopted in June, 5839; reported adverse to the petition, whereupon,
Resohe-l, That the Report of the Committee on Warrants bo adopted and that Brother Saunders and the other Brethren be required to'surrender the Warrant and all other property of the late' Franklin Lodge, No. 37, at Ballston, to the Grand Secretary, and that the Brethren there, be advised to apply to the Grand Lodge, for a new Warrant, and a restoration of the property.
The Rt. W. Bro. Cuyler, then made a statement of the situaüon of the St. George's Lodge, at Schenectada, in relation to the property of that Lodge, whereupon,
Resolved, That the S. G. W. be requested to call upon St. George's Lodge, and advise them to press their claims to the property in suit, with vigilance.
It being announced that the Chairman of the Committee on Gnevances was too unwell to attend to the business before the Committee, and that hc wished to have a substitute appointed ; the Rt. W. Br. was excused from further attendance, and W. Bro. Carrique, was appointed in his place.
licsolved, That the Grand Secretary be directed to send the Grand Pursuivant with a note to the W. Bro. Folger, requesting his immediate attendance before the Committee on Grievances, at the Howard House. The Grand Secretary despatched the letter forthwith by the Grand Pursuivant ; immediately after vvhich, a letter was received from W. Bro. Folger, vvhich was read and laid on the table.
The Committee to whom the Grand Secretary's Report was referred, reported the following resolutions lounded on said report:
The Committee to whom was referred the Report of the Grand Secretary, respectfully beg leave to present the following Resolutions:
Resolved, That a Committee of five be appointed to unite with one already appointed by the G, Chapter of this State, and one to be appointed by the G» Encampment of this State, to give a fraternal and hospitabJe reception to the visiting Brethren of the General Grand Encampment, and the General Grand Chapter of the United States, at their triennial meeting, to be held in this city on the second Tuesday of September next, and that one hundred dollars if iound necessary, be at the disposal of the said Committee, to carry the above resolution into effect.



an^n^pf'7^1 K"os' °fPe Ruyter,Madison, Co.be, and iüherebr
authorized to demand Irom United Brethren Lodge, No. 18, held at CazenoJ®wels' and s,uch other property as was in i.s possefsLn aï the time of its dissoliition, for the benefit of this Grand Lodge, and to report at the nextannuul communication. yuzttu,
Th^ 'he- Gr!!-n<? Secretary request Bro. Patrick Molt, to aseer!L nP e"n C 0",°Vhe W' M' of Morton Lodge, No. 16, at Hempths U!?"S and inthename of this Grand Lodge, demand
nam« „fn,lfr K Warram> and a statement of its affairs'; likewise, the names of themembers, Secretary, and Treasurer, at the time the Lodge room was taken down, to the end that the remaining members thereof. may resume uieir iabors in a proper manner.
AU of whicb is respectfully submittcd.
R. PENNELL, )
R. W1GGINS, >Cotnmittee, RICHARD ELLIS. S
Non-Vork, June 3d, 1841.
The Resolutions were severally adopted.
The Committee under the first resolution was then appointed as follows:
W. Bro. Phillips, of Albion Lodge, No. 26, " Feuchtwanger, of I. R. A. Lodge, " 2, " Faron, of Hibemia, Lodge, " 57,
" Alstadt, of German Union, " 54,
" G. De Loynes, of L'Union Fran?aise. 17,
W. Bro. Feuchtwanger, proposedthe followingalteration of the Constitution of this G. Lodge, which was ordered to be entered on the rainutes, and laid on the table until June next, for consideration.
Resolved, That page 29th, fifth line of the Constitution of this G. Lodffe the words ' before it is closed," be stricken out, and the words " the sama minutes to be read and approved at the next meeting" be inserted.
Resolved, That the W, Bro. David Dakin, of Warren Lodge, No. 32 be empowered and directedto demand and receive the warrant and property of the late l emple Lodge, No. 10, and todeliverthe same tothe G. Secretarv at, or betore the next annual meeting of the G. Lodge. ,
The Grand Pursuivant reported that he had served the notice, ordered, on the W. Bro. R. B. Folger.
4i Wt.§ro-?lanchar(1 Powers made a verbal statement of the climculties he had encountered in collecting the notes due the Grand Lodge, in the County of Genesee; on motion,
set"mofTstidnot°e'3POVVCri discretion;lry Power3 compromise th.



Resolved, That the R. W. Grand Secretary, be instructed to have printed One Thoussnd copies of the Constitution of this Grand Lodge, with such alterations and additional regulations as have been made smce 1S.M.
On motion of W. Bro. Dakin,
Resolved, That the Committee on Grievances be discharged from the further consideration of the case of Bro. Folger, and that the thanks of the G. Lodge bereturned to said committee, and to VV. Bro.Carrique.
Resolved, That the Letter sent by Bro. Folger to the original committee, being improper to be filed, be delivered to the Grand Secretary, and by him destroyed.
Resolved, That Robert B. Folger be suspended from the rights and privileges of Masonry, until such time as he makes satisfactory acknowledgement of the offences with which he stands charged before this Grand Lodge and acknowledgement and retraction of the mdignity which he lias inflicted on this Grand Lodge.
The Grand Lodge then adjourned until 4 o'clock this Afternoon.
Friday Afternoon, June 4th, A. X>. 5841.
The Grand Lodge convened pursuant to adjournment, at 4 o'clock, on Friday evening, June 4th, 5841, and was called to order.
present :
The Rt. W. Joseph Cuyler, S. G. W. as G. Master, &c. &c. Representatives of Lodges as belore.
The Minutes of the Grand Lodge held this morning, were read and approved.
A Letter was received by the Chair from ^°^ert Folger, suspended this morning. lt was moved, that the letter, before it be read in Grand Lodge, should be ïelened toa special committee, to ascertain that thcj-e be nothing in it oiïensive to the Grand Lodge. 1 he Grand Chaplain, Bro Walker, pledged himself that there was nothing offensive in it. The reading was then called for ; the lettel was accordingly read by the Grand Secretary, whereupon,



Resolved, That the letter received this afternoon from Robert B. Folger, does not contain an acknowledgement of his errors in unequivócal language, nor a satisfactory apology for the indignity offered the G. Lodge in his letter of this morning.
Rosolved, That the Grand Secretary be directed to furnish Robert B. Folger with a copy of the above resolution.
Resolved, That the Grand Pursuivant be sent forthwith, to demand the Warrant of Ind. Royal Arch Lodge, No. 2, from Benjamin C. Dutcher, late M aster of that Lodge.
Tlie Committee on Grievances made the following Report which was accepted, and the Resolutions therein, adopted.
The Committee on Grievances beg leave to offer the following Resolutions:—
Resolved, That Evening Star Lodge, No. 75, havo leave to hold a new election for Master and S. W., and that R. W. Brother Willard preside at the said election.
Bro. David Wright of Attica, having petitioned that a certain note, dated July 11, 1S38, for Thirty-six Dollars aud Forty-five Cents, be remitted on account of his poverty.
Resolved, That the prayer of the petitioner be granted.
Resolved, That J. H. Meigs, of Watertown, who was expelled by the G. Lodge for un-masonic conduct, be restored to the privileges of Masonry, on the recommendation of Watertown Lodge, No. 49.
On petition of Union Lodge, No. 70, for the remission of all back dues.
Resolved, That the petition be granted.
On petition of Rising Sun Lodge, No. 37, that all back dues be remitted on the paymentof Five Dollars and fifty cents, for the last year.
Resolved, That the petition be granted.
Bro. Blanchard Povvers having collected Forty-two Dollars and Seventy-two cents, money belonging to the Grand Lodge, and having performed certain very important duties, occupying much time, and having been at considerable expense,
Resolved, That the above sum, with an addition of Fifteen Dollars, be paid over to said Bro. Powers, with the thanks of the Grand Lodge, for his perseverance in the service of this Grand Lodge.
All of which is respectfully submitted,
RICHARD CAflRIQUE, ? Committee on S. S. BLNGHAM, 5 Grievances.
The G. Pursuivant having delivered the demand of the Grand Lodge for the Warrant of Independent Royal Arch Lodge, No. 2, from the hands of 13. C. Dutcher, the late Master, reported, that he had served the demand and had been refused ; whereupon, it was ordered that a dispensa-



sation be issued to the Senior Warden, to continue until the 27 th of December next, and that the Warrant aforesaid be annulled until the further order of this Grand Lodge.
Resolved, That the Grand Lodge have heard vvith unfeigned regret that the Rt. VV. Junior Grand Warden, Bro. Willard, novv in this city atlending the Grand Lodge, lies dangerously ill at a Public Hotel; that a committee be appointed to express the syinpathy of' this G. Lodge, at the illness of the Kt. W. Bro. to wait onhim and offer their services to promote his comfort.
W. Bro. L. G. Hoffman, Bro. Powers, and Bro. Pennell were appointed as the committee.
Bro. Powers by instructions from Apollo Lodge, No. 13, laid on the table a proposition to amend the Constitution of the Grand Lodge.
The Report of the Committee on Room Rent, was tlien taken up and discussed, after which the Grand Lodge adjourned until 9 o'clock to-morrow morning, the session to close at 1 o'clock, P. M.
"■*! I i'i'C >•-.
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Saturday Morning-, June 5th, A. £.5841.
The G. Lodge convened pursuant to adjournment, at 9 o'clock, Saturday Morning, June 5th, A. L. 5841, and was called to order.
PRESENT.
The Rt. W. Joseph Cuyler, S. G. W. as G. Master.
The IM inutes of the Grand Lodge held on Friday Afternoon, were read and approved.
The Report of the Committee on Room rent, was then taken up and approved, and is as follows :
" The Committee appointed to take into consideration the subject of procuring suitable Rooms for the accommodation of this Grand Lodge, respectfully Report,



tssnsssset wss rb*,«^ *»•r"
tes « "ïï"? ; -4"
ance of the Grand LorW • thp^ t0-° S™ ï* t0 acc°mmodate a full atlendduce the committee to r^cómmend fremo"™! ^ °0' 8° gWat 38 '° in'
aJwa^ron HaTieahnTfo?nTfhedby invitatio" the APolI° Rooras of B- Alkernïore advantageoiis. ^ "0' qU"e 80 flt' allhouSh in «spects
diaTély rnr™dtTndWwï-MreC0Tendt,°rhe G' L' t0 have its P™perty imtnenish the Insurance office vvith'an'invetllfry.017 °U Pr°Per °ffiCer't0 fU1"
AI1 of which is respeetfully submitted.
J. SPRAGUE, )
fijwiarlnm' /Committee.
lewisfeuchtwanger, S
Grand Lodge Rooms,
Thursday Ev'g, June 3d, 584J.
ornt2JWing R°p0,;t was received from the Committee
ad™;spondence'and ,he Resoiuiions iherei"
respectfSrtölëpor0" ForeiSn Correspondence begleave
dictn^hr^r^Lór^r:1^ hz *• «•>« j»--
such work as may have particular refeLce to ^hHoweT DegTee?'1"8 ^
Loï^Je^^rt'&ieg^r^f thVdhrffRepre rn,a,ir.of this G"nd
Union, at Washington Ci***
anS^JaTehle"ted"fLnn']hr,hhe j"risdic,i°" <* this Grand Lodge, be «.pection^nd ÏS^on0™ efore'the^L.Tnn ' l°Py °f «*
By laws of all new or revived Lod'essh-fn h? ^municauon, and the before they shall be bindmg on .heif m'cmb"rs PPr°V6d by th'S G' LodSe>
cJseeStt a^dlsedUÓ ttoMGarfndbLrderCana"y,,reqUeSted (° address («
ting forth the then sitLtion ofteOrde?^&hCOmmnT;-tion' Set" tu». and suggestions for the improven it oF the same ' ^



Resolved, That a committee of three be appointed on Foreign Correspondence, to whom shall be referred all the Foreign Correspondence of this G. Lodge, and who shall report at the next annual communication, unless sooner directed by this Grand Lodge.
The G. Secretary was appointed the Delegate to the General Convention, tobe held at Washington, March, 1842.
The present Committee of Foreign Correspondence is continued for the year.
On motion of W. J. P. Pirsson,
Resolved, That it be referred to the Rt. W. Grand Secretary, to procure a new Banner for this Grand Lodge of larger dimensions than the present one, and on a scale of grandeur in every way comporting with the dignity of this Grand Body. >
The following resolution was proposed, and after so'me discussion was ordered to be entered on the minutes, and laid on the table until June next.
Whereas, the Grand Encampment and Grand Royal Arch Chapter of the State of New-York, have adopted concurrent resolutions, requiring their subordinate Bodies to exclude all members suspended or expelled from the Lodges under the jurisdiction of this Grand Lodge, therefore be it
Resolved, By this Grand Lodge, to adopt a reciprocal resolution, excluding all members suspended or expelled by the G. E. and G. C. of this State, from this Grand Lodge, and the subordinate Lodges under its jusisdiction.
On motion of Bro. J. P. Pirsson.
Resolved, That the Grand Secretary be authorized and empowered to employ W. Bro. Levvis G. Hoffman to print the new edition of the book of Constitutions, which is authorized by this Grand Body to be printed, provided, that he will do them on as good terms and as well as they could be done by any other person.
On motion of W. Bro. Dakin.
Resolved, That the M. W. G. Master of this Grand Lodge, shall cause the Lectures on the three first Degrees of Masonry, viz.—the Entered Apprentice, Fellow Craft, and M. Mason's, to be delivered at the Annual Communication in each year.
After a Lecture on the First Degree of Masonry, by the W. Blanchard Powers, it was, on motion of the W. L. G. Hoffman,
Resolved, That Bro. Blanchard Powers, be instructed to impart such Masonic information, as may comport with the acknowledged and received Lectures of this G. Lodge, in the counties of Genesee, JNiagara, Alleghany, Erie, and Chautauque.
The Grand Secretary was directed to append a list of Expnlsions, Suspensions, &c. reported at this communication, to the annual publication of transactions.
After prayer by the Rt. VV. and Rev. Salem Town, G. Chaplain, the Grand Lodge was closed in DUE FORM.
JAMES HERRING, Grand Secretary.



Expulsions reported June, A. L. 5841.
Expelled BytheRt. W. G. Lodge. Benj. C. Dutcher;
at the tune of lus expulsion was W. Master of Independent Royal Arch Lodge, No. 2, in the city of New-York; expelled for un-masonic conduct. Refusesto surrenderthe warrant of the Lodge either to the Lodge or the G. Lodge. By Washington Lodge, No. 21, city of New jl oik, \V m. S. James, at the time of his expulsion was W. Master of that Lodge.
By Temple Lodge, No. 14, city of Albany, Jesse reters, for unmasonic conduct.
By Phffinix Lodge, No. 58, Lansingburg, Wm. Dorris, for intemperance.
La Fayette Lodge, No. 64, New-York, John Iviese, lor unmasonic conduct.
Süspened For special cause, by the Rt. W. Grand Lödge,
v itj S" Volger, of Independent Royal Arch Lodge, No. 2. J
Fornon-payment of dues, by Naval Lodge, No; 69, New-York, Aaron Joseph, Jos. Churchill
Sy L'Pnion Fran?aise, No. 17, New-York, - ov- 1837, Charles Marie Lacaze, and on May 18, 1841, Jean Antonio Ceoruti, from Turin, in Italy, was suspended for unmasonic conduct, and abuse of the confidence of his brethren.
By German Union Lodge, No. 54, New-York, on the 27th of May, 1841, Frederick H. Hedench and John S. \Vinkler.
■M*. Vernon Lodge, No. 3. Albany, on the
? h r w n841' BVC- Allen> Jsaac Winne, John R. V\ ilhams Jas. Madix, HenryKeeler, Henry T. Webb, Ebenezer C. Warner.
By Trinity Lodge, No. 12, in the city of New York, 1 homas S. Brady, July 28th, 1840.
.Peter Haramer, March 24th, 1841.
John Mc Grath, » »
Michael Denning, » «
7



Restored 1 o Masonic privileges, by German Union Lodge, No. 54, June 11, 1840, P. M. Julius Tieman. " By L'Union Franjaise, No. 17, May 18,1841,
Jules Dubois.
" By Phffinix Lodge, No. 58, May 18th, 1841, Lawrence King,
Classification of the Grand Stewards of Charity. lst Class elected in 1840.
W. Jonn Waydell, } June, July, August, 1842.
" George Davis, > Sept. Oct. Nov. 1843.
>" Lewis De Forest, ) March, April, May, 1844.
2d Class elected in 1841.
W. John Tel (air, ") Pec' l8*1' ^an" ^eb* j84^-
« James Millar, Uun®' ^ August, 843.
- Thomas Dugan, ƒ Sih°Apr!ï, May, mt.
3d Class elected in 1838.
W. Alex. H. Robertson. ) c * * ivt
« N. F. Waring, £ Sept Oct. Nov 841.
« B. S. Adamsf $ March, April, May, 1842.
4th Class elected in 1839.
W. Richard Wiggins, 1 June, July, August, 1841.
" Daniël Seixas, > Sept. Oct. Nov. 1842.
" John Solomons, ) March, April, May, 1843*



■No. .Name. 'iown. C'ounty,
1 St. John's New-York, New-York,
2 Indp't Royal Areh, " "
3 Mount Vernon, Albany, Albany,
4 St. Patrick's, Johnstown, Fulton,'
5 Masters, Albany, Albany,
6 St. George's, Schenectada, Schenectada,
7 Hudson, Hudson, Columbia.
8 Holland, New-York, New York,
9 Unity, New-Lebanon, Columbia, 10 Kingston, Kingston, Ulster,
ïl An?'?able> New-Hartford, Oneida,
12 Trinity, New-York, New-YorI%
J? Troy, Eensselaer,
14 Temple, Albany, Albany,
15 Western Star, Bridgewater, Oneida,
ï» Hempstead, Qneena, [dormant.T
17 La Union Frangaise, New-York, New-York
19 Fortitude, Brooklyn, Kiugs, '
20 Abram's, New-York, New-York,
21 Washington, u * "
22 St. John's, Greenfield, Saratoga, va "Delphi, New-York, New-York, OK *riendship, Stephentown, Kensselaer,
5 ConsteUation, Mayfield, Montgomery, [dor.1
26 Albion, New-York, New-York,
** Mount Moriah, "
28 Benevolent, u a
29 Champion, Champion, Jefferson, ^0 Farmers, Clifton Park, Saratoga «1 Mechanic, New-York, New-Vork 32 Warren, Pine Piains, Dutchess,' ïï £.rl?' „ Geneva, Ontario,
o4 Kising Sun, Saratoga Springs, Saratoga,
^>5 Venice Morning Star. Venice, Cayuca
36 Ark, Windsor, Broome',
f R,s,ng Sun, Guildford, Chenango,
«ra Columbia, New-Paltz, Ulster,
•39 Olive Branch, Bethany, Genesee,
40 Olive Branch, Frankfort, Herkimer,
41 Sylvan, Moravia, Cayuga,
Washington, Manheim, Herkimer,
V. ®tar> Petersburgh, Rensselaer,
«4 Evening Star, Hornellsville, Steuben,
ac ïiu ï Lima, Livingston,
4b Mohawk, Danube, Herkimer,
47 Utica, Utica, Oneida
« Ark, Coxsackie Greène,
49 Watertown, Watertowh, Jefferson,
ei £°,ncord> New-York, New-York,
51 Fidehty, Trumansburg, Tompkins,
omplete list of the Lodges under the jurisdiction of the 'rand Lodge of the Statt of JVew-York, on the 10th of une, A. L. 5841.



No. Name. Town. County,
52 Whitesborough, Whitesborough, Oneida,
oS. Brownsville; Brownville, Jefferson,
54 German Union, New-York, New-York,
55 Rising Sun, Marbletown, Ulster, 5e Hohenlinden, Brooklyn, Kings,
57 Hibernia, New-York, New-York,
Phcemx, Lansingburgh, Rensselaer,
oy Steuben, Dansville, Livingston,
oO Doric, Esopus, Ulster,
bi Prattsburgh Union, Wheeler, Steuben,
62 Manhattan, New-York, New-York,
63 Caledonia, Caledonia, Livingston, ^ La Fayette, New-York, New-York, b5 Morning Star, Canisteo, Steuben, 66 Richmond, Castleton, Richtnond, b7 Marmer'®, New-York, New-York.
68 Montgomery, « <«
69 Naval, tt
Coventry, Chenango,
72 St. Simon & St. Jude, Channingsville. Dutchess,
Ti Lockport, Lockport, Niagara,
74 Jumus, Waterloo, Seneca,
75 Evening Star, WestTroy, Albany,
76 Western Light, Lisle, Broorne,
77 Cameron, Howard, Steuben, Mixville, Mixville, Alleghany,
79 Hamilton, Palatine Bridge, Montgomery,
80 Montgomery, Stillwater, Saratoga,
81 Alexandria, Jefferson,
82 Phoebus, New-Berlin, Chenango,
83 Newark, Newark, Wayne,
o? ™tlsan' Amsterdam, Montgomery,
85 Washington, Albany, Albany,
8b Pythagoras, 1 New-York. New York.
Pythagoras,
NOVICE.
The Grand Secretary's Office will be open at the Howard House, daily, from 4 o'clock, P. M. till night, for the transaction of Masonic business.







THE
WMBTOBASW ©üiAjBJB'sr
Of Eminent Jlmerican Free-Jflasons, and Mistory of the JUasonic Instilution in the United States,
Is in preparation ; and the publication may be expected to commence in the course of the present year.
Each part vvill contain three Portraits, and occasionally Historical and other illustrations engraved on Steel, with from 24 to 32 pages of letter press, in a full sized Imperial octavo form. The price to subscribers wil! be 50 cents a number, payable on delivery. Ten numbers will complete a volume.
The object of this work is to show, by the character, services and opinions of those who have been alike eminent in public life and in Masonry, that our Institution has been, is, and ought to be cherished and honored by the wise and virtuous, tlje intellectual, and the philanthropic.
To my Brethren in whose care are the archives of the Grand Lodges, &c., &c., in the United States, I take this means of presenting a request that they will aid me with such materials as are important, without delay. The opinions which have been expressed every where, as to the effect of such a publication on the public mind, and on the Order, are full of encouragement; but 1 must ask the more substantial assistance of the Fraternity in filling up such a subscription list, as will at least secure a revenue equal to the expense, which has not yet been effected. To those who will act as agents, and make prompt returns, a very liberal commission will be allo wed on receipts.
All communications in connection with the work, will be addressed to the Editor,
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9 / - 1 H
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OF THE
RIQHT WORSHIPFUL GRAND LODGE f
OF THE
ANCIENT AND HONORABLE FRATERNITY
OF
iw &
OF THE STATE OF NEW-YORK,
From the lst day of Doe. A. L. 5841, to the 4th day of June, A. L. 5842. Ordered to le read in all the Lodgesfor the Information of the Brcthren.
Weto=¥orlt:
JOSEPH M. MARSH, PRINTER, 5 ELDRIDGE-STREET.
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1842.







TiM«A©Tfl®INI@
op the
RIGHT WORSHIPFUL GRAND LODGE
of the
ancient and honorable fraternity
of
mm &
OF THE STATE OF NEW-YORK,
From the lst day of Dec. A. L. 5841, to the 4th day of Jane, A. L. 5842.
Ordercdto bs read in all the Lodgesfor the information of the Brethren.
W£to=¥otU:
joseph m. marshj printer^ 5 eldridge-street. 1842.







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OP
TOI ®1F MIW^Y©^
December lst, A. h. 6841.
PRESENT.
Kt. W. William Willis, D. G. M. as Grand Master. 1 he W. Frederick Liese, Representative of the G. L. of Hamburg.
The W. Joseph P. Pirsson, Representative of the G. L. of Georgia,
With several other Grand Officers, and the Representatives and Past Masters of twenty-four Lodges.



December ls/, A. L. 5841.
The Minutes of the Meetings of the G. L. on lst Sept. and the 21 st of October, were tlien read and approved. The Minutes of the G. S. L. on the 24th of November, were read and confirmed.
A Petition was received for a Warrant to constitute a Lodge by the name of Schodac Union Lodge, at Schodac, in the county of Rensselser, signed by David Bell, David Booth, John H. Vandenburgh, and eighteen other Master Masons, and recommended by the Officers of Apollo Lodge, No. 13, at Troy, and by the Grand Visiter of the county. The prayer of the petitioners was granted.
A Petition was received from Brother Ebenezer Mix, and fifty-one other Master Masons, of the county of Genesee, praying for the revival of the late Batavia Lodge, (the warrant of which had been surrendered to the Grand Lodge,) and asking the privilege of meeting either in the town of Batavia or Alexander, as the members may hereafter decide. The application being opposed by theW. Master of Olive Branch Lodge, No. 39, and there being a number of letters for and against the establishment of a second Lodge in the county of Genesee, the G. L. on motion of the Grand Secretary,
Resolved, That the application for therenewal of the Warrant of Batavia Lodge be referred with the accompanyinar documentsto the Grand S. Lodge, with powers to revive said Warrant at their discretion; but only, as in similar cases, on the payinent of one year's dues for each affiliated Meinber.
A Letter was read from the National Grand Lodge of Switzerland, dated the 3d of April, 1841, acknowledging the receipt of a letter from the Grand Secretary of this G.L. dated July4, 5840, proposing the nomination of reciprocal representatives; which proposition the National Grand Lodge of Switzerland accepted, being, as they state, " equally desirous of strengthening the great Masonic chain on the two hemispheres," and they nominate for Representative of the G rand Lodge of the State of New-York, near the National G. L. of Switzerland, Brother John Emanuel Gouzy, bom in 1792, ancient Captain of Artillery, first interpreting Secretary of the Government of the Republic of Berne; initiated into the Craft in 1819, and raised to the degree of Master Mason in 1824; Member and ex-dignitary of the W. Lodge, PEsperance, at Berne; Grand Secretary of the National G. L. of Switzerland, and honorary member of several Lodges. They request the nomination



of some Brother, of at least three years standing as a Master, to represent that Grand Lodge, at the G. L. of the State of New-York. Whereupon it was, on motion of the Grand Secretary,
Resolved, That the M. W. Grand Master be reque3ted to commission the Kt. VV. John Linanuel Gouzy, of Berne, as the Representative of this Grand Lodge, near the National Grand Lodge of Switzerland, and that W. liro Geo De Loynes, Past Master of L'Union Frangaise L, No. 17, be nominated and recommended to that Grand Lodge for the appointment to this Grand Lodge.
A communication, through the Representative of the G. L. of lreland, for Virginia, was received from the Grand Council of Rites for lreland, giving notice of a Masonic Irnpostoi, named Hercules Fllis, styling himself llSoverei£n of the Grand Chapter of Knights of the^Eagle and Pelican and Pnnce Grand liose Croix of lreland," and that there' is not sucli a Chapter in lreland.
The Grand Secretary on behalf of Brother William C. Shaw, of St. John's Lodge, No. 1. presented to the G. L. an elegantly bound 4to volume of the Constitutions of JVJasonry and liistory of the Craft, from remote antiquity, compiled by Dr. Anderson, by direction of the Grand Lodge of Lngland, and published in 1764. On motion, it was
Resolved, That the volume of the Constitutions and Historv of Masonrv presented this evening by Brother William C. Shaw, of St. John's Lod>'e No 1, be accepted, and that the Grand Secretary address a letter of thanks toBrother Shaw for his valuable present.
A communication was received from L'Union Frangaise Lodge, No. 17, informing the G. L. that the VV. Brother (jreorge De Loynes had been nominated Houorary JV'Jaster, lor life, of that Lodge, as a testimony of regard for his civil' virtues, and for the eminent services he lias rendered to said Lodge, by his continual zeal in the cause of Free Masonrv. Also, that on the 25th of June last, a Gold Medal was voted and subsequently presented, to a beloved member of that Lodge, Brother John Peter Marcellin Henry, Captain of the brig Georgette, of Rochelle, as a reward for his noble and courageous conduct in sa ving the ship Alexander, dismasted at sea, tovving said ship upwards of two thousnnd miles to the port of Rochelle, in France, the place of their common destination.
The Secretary of Concord Lodge, No. 50, reported the restoration of P. M. William Wray, and that the Lodge was closed sine die. Which report was referred to the Grand Stewards' Lodge.



The Grand Secretary also presented an appeal of Thomas T. Everett, from a vote of suspension by Olive Branch Lodge, No. 39, which was referred to the Grand Stewards' Lodge.
Sec. 27th, A. L. 5811.
An emergent meeting of the Rt. W. Grand Lodge of the Ancient and Honorable Fraternity of Free and Accepted Masons of the State of New-York, was heidat the Grand Lodge Boom in the City of New-York, on Monday Afternoon, Dec. 27th, A. L. 6841, and opened in due form and with prayer.
PRESENT.
The Rt. W. Wm Willis, D. G. M. as G. Master, &c. &c. The W. Robert R. Boyd, Representative of the R. W. G. Masonic Lodge of lreland, and the Representatives and Past Masters of twenty-one Lodges.
The M. W. Daniël B. Bruen, Grand Master of theRt. W. Grand Lodge of New-Jersey, was announced and received with grand honors. A large number of visiting brethren were also admitted.
The Rt. VV. Grand Master informed the Grand Lodge that they had been convened for the purpose of receiving the W. Brother John F. Entz, thej Representative of the Rt. \V. Grand Lodge of South Carolina, and that he had deemed it more important that the ceremony should take place this day,as he had been informed that it wasprobable our Representative at Charleston would also be received by the Grand Lodge of South Carolina on this day.
The Grand Secretary then retired, andshortly afterwards returned to the Grand Lodge with • thel Representative of the Grand Lodge of South Carolina, who was clothed in the appropriate apron and decorations of his office, hearing in his hand a small banner with the arms of his State, and attended by the G. Deacons'; he was conducted to the presence of the Grand Master, and was officially introduced by the Grand Secretary, as follows :—



Rt. W. Brother,—
I have the pleasure of presenting W. Brother John F. Entz, who has been appointed by the " the Rt. W. Grand Lodge of Ancient Freemasons of South Carolina" as their Representative near this G. Lodge ; and who now first appears in his official capacity for recognition, and to take h'9 eeat amongst us. _ I cannot forbear expressing my great satisfaction at the ^prospect of the revival of an intimate correspondence between these two Grand Lodges, which, from some unknown cause, has been very much contracted for several years ; and yet to us it is of great imDortance in some respects, as will, no doubt shortly appear. I allude particul'arly to that clanse in the Constitution of this Grand Lodge, which says " All Free Masons, who are acknowledged as such hyany of the Lodges under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodges of England, Scotland, Ireland, and South Carolina, shall be considered as legitimate Free Masons, by the Lodges under this jurisdiction."
But my gratification is increased on this occasion, as it brings us one step nearer the great object at which we aim, and which I hope tosee accomplished, the establishment of an intimate correspondence and union between all the
legitimate Grand Lodges of the Fraternity under the Celestial Canopy Yes,
n ,WVBro,her' * '10Pe t0 see assembled in this Hall, the Representatives of all the Grand Lodges of the earth, and to know that this Grand Lodge is represented in every Grand Lodge throughout the world.
The W. Brother Entz then presented his commission to the Grand Master, pro tem. and addressed him as follows :
Rt. W. D. Grand Masteb,—
I have the pleasure to present my credentials trom " the Rt. W. Grand Lodge of Ancient Free Masons of South Carolina," by whom I have had the liouor to be appointed their Representative near your Rt. W. Grand Lodge.
Appearing before you in that capacity, I am most confident of a kind and lnendly welcome from you and the members of this Grand Body, and I am proud to have been selected for such an honorable station, and to be allowed to take an active part in your work and deliberations. I cannot hide from you that it is with no little diffidence in my abilities, that I have accepted this distinguished honor. I trust, however, that under your guidance, with your indulgence, and with the best wishes on my part, I shall at least be able to render some service to the Masonic Fraternity, and to obtain the approbation of yourself and my constituents.
That the duties of a Representative are arduous, and require his constant attention,and that on him depends the result of this most important measure, I am fully aware; this knowledge however will not make me shrink from undertaking them, but on the contrary it will give me a greater impulse in their performance. It is a source of great satisfaction to me, to find myself here associated with a number of Representatives from Grand Lodges of both hemispheres; this pleasant association proves to me that the great work of a general union has fairly commenced, and it inspires me with the hope that the good example will soon be universally followed, and that its benefits will spread in every direction. Nothing can form a stronger link in the chain which unites the great Masonic family, than this, in Europe long established Representative System ; and there is perhaps no measure of greater efficiency in bringing us closer together, making us better acquainted with each other, though land and water may separate us, and in improving and facilitating our mutual intercourse.
A most extensive correspondence was heretofore incumbent upon one individual, and it was a burden which required more than ordinary zeal, talent, and time; but now it will be distributed among a number of members, who are bound by their pledge, and must be stimulated by emulation, to contribute



to the promotion of every thing that may turn to the advantage of their eonstituents. It is with great regret that I have heard that your correspondence vvith the Grand Lodge of South Caroliua, has somewhat suffered from some cause to us unknown ; that this will no longer be the case you may be assured, for it will be my endeavour always to maintain a mutually agreeable, interesting, and active correspondence between the two Grand Lodges, and to see also that the questions of importance vvhich have been alluded to, receive the desired and merited attention.
That it is the earnest wish of the G. Lodge of South Carolina to renew their friendly connection with you, and to place it on a more intimate footing, you have evidence in the promptitude with which your invitation for the appoiutment of mutual Representatives has been met and acted upon.
As the Representative of the Rt. W. Grand Lodge of AncientFree Masons of South Carolina, I have now only to convey to you, the sentiments of high regard and fraternal love which they entertain for you, and for the members composing this Grand Lodge, and to tender you in their behalf the right hand of Fellowship.
The Rt. W. Grand Master, (p. t.) replied:—
" W. Brother Entz,—
It affords me great gratification to welcome you officially as the Representative of the Rt, VV. Grand Lodge of Ancient FreeMasons of South Carolina. The sentiments you have expressed, in the name of that Rt. W. Body, towards myself and the Brethren composing this G. L. demand our earliest acknowledgments, and are most cordially reciprocated.
^ Your views of the duties incumbent on you in the high and honorable station which you now hold, evince a just conception of their importance; and although you have without question, underrated your abilities to fulfil them, be assured that every laudable efFort to render your office useful, in the difFusion of Light and Truth, and in the cultivation of Love and Unity, will receive not only our assistance but our thanks.
The promptitude with which our proposition for the exchange of Representatives was responded to by the Rt. VV. G. L. of South Carolina, has induced me to convene this Grand Lodge at this time, as a particular mark of respect to your constituents and yourself; and I avail myself of this occasion to request that you will convey to that Rt. W. Body our thanks for their Resolutions of the 25th of June last, which have been communicated to us by the Corresponding Grand Secretary.
And now, W. Brother, allow one of the Grand Stewards to affix the Banner of the Rt. W. G- L. of Ancient Freemasons of South Carolina, near the seat prepared for you, whilst as a token of the Unity, Friendship and Fraternal Love existing between the Brethren of both States, cemented and strengthened this day, and destined I trust to last forever, I accept and reciprocate the warm pressure of the Right hand of Fellowship.
The VV. Brother was then conducted to his seat beneath the Banner of the " G. L. of South Carolina," and the Grand Lodge closed in due form.
JAMES HERRING, Grand Sec'ry.



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February 16th, A. S. 5842.
The G. S. prooeeded to the consideration of the business referred to tliein by the Grand Lodge, at the last quarterly meeting, and took up the petition of fifty-two Brethren of the county of Genesee, for the revival of the warrant of the late Batavia Lodge, which was read, together with a voluminous correspondence on the subject, from various Brethren of that county. After a free discussion and full deliberation, the G. S. L. unanimously
Resolved, That the Warrant of Batavia Lodge be revived on the payment of ono year's G. L. dnes for each petitioner, with permission to fix their location in eitlier of the towns of Batavia or Alexander, by a vote of two-thirds of the members present at their first meeting; (of which meeting due nolice shall have been given to every petitioner;) at the same meeting shall also be held an election for Officersofthe Lodge, under the supervision of the W. Grand Visiter, in the county of Gene3ee, Brother Blanchard Powers.
1 he G. S. L. then took up the Appeal of Thomas T. Everett, from the decision of Olive Branch Lodge, No. 39, suspending him from Masonic communication.
Bro. Everett's statement, with the evidence of his witnesses, and the Report of proceedings and other documents received from Olive Branch Lodge, were then read. After due consideration, the G. S. Lodge unanimously
Resolved, That Bro. Thomas T. Everett, be restored to the rights and
privileges of Masonry. 6 •—— 
Feb. 23d, QUAR2ERLY aSEETIJVG.
After the examination of the books and accounts and other business usual at a quarterly meeting, the Grand Stewards proceeded to the examination of the case of Restolation of Bro. Wm. YV ray, by Concord Lodge, and the dissoluhon of the Lodge immediately thereafter, as reported to the G.L. in Dec. last, and referred to the G. S. Lodge. W. Kobert Brown, the last Master, Bro. James Reilly, S. W., 110*. nl# Hemraa, J. W., having been cited to appear, were admitted, and their several statements received, from which it appeared that at the last meeting held by Concord Lodge,
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No. 50, three members were present. That the Lodge wasindebted for rent to Bro. Stone, from $100to$150, that an inventory of the property of the Lodge was ordered to be made, and the property given up to Bro. Stone, and the Lodge finally ciosed. That the members of the Lodge had all been notified that, at that meeting the petition of Bro. Wray for restoration vvould be acted on, and that it was accordingly acted on, and he was unanimously restored. That the property had been demanded of the late W. Master by the Grand Secretary, on the dissolution of the Lodge, but that it was all in the possession of Bro. Stone, except the warrant, in a valuable silver case, in the hands of Bro. James Reilly, the late S. W., and the books in the hands of the Secretary. Bro. Reilly admitted that the warrant had been demanded by the Grand Secretary, and that the Grand Secretary and Bro. Stone had both required the surrender of the silver case from him, but he had refused it to both, considering that he had a demand against the Lodge for past services as Secretary, although he had not before made any demand. He then surrendered the warrant to the Grand Secretary, who, in the presence of the G. S. L. again demanded the surrender of the silver case, which was refused.
The witnesses having retired, the G. S. L. Ordered, That Bro. L. H. Flanigan, late Secretary of Concord Lodge, be notified to surrender the books and other property in his possession, to the Grand Secretary, previous to Friday next, at 6 o'clock, or to show cause on Tuesday evening next why he should not be expelled; and that a similar notice be sent to Bro. Reilly, demanding the warrant case and other property which may be in his possession.
G. S. L. then adjourned until next Tuesday evening, at 6 o'clock.
Marc/i 1 st.—The G. S. L. met pursuant to adjournment.
The G. S. L., after the transaction of some other business, took up the (urther examination of the circumstances attending the dissolution of the late Concord Lodge, and the disposition of the property. The Grand Secretary reported that Bro. Flanagan had surrendered the books of the Lodge. Bro. Reilly being in attendance, refused to surrender the silver case until he is paid for his services as Secretary of the Lodge.



Alter the examination of several witnesses, the Grand Stewards' Lodge unanimously
Resolved, That Bro. James Rcilly be expelled from all the righls and privi»,geS^ , sonr7'forrefllsins.to s»rrend8r property of the late Concord Lodffe,
No. 50, wiien demanded of liim by the Grand Secretary.
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GRAND LODGE, March 2d, A. Z. 5842. QUARTERLY MEETING.
PRESENT.
Rt. W. \Vm. Willis, D. G. M. as Grand Master, and other Grand Officers,
The W. Joseph P. Pirsson, Rep. of the G. L. of Georgia, Sylvester Spencer, " « N. Jersey,
i° 5 Tn*Z' " " Carolina,
r rederick Liese, " « Hamburg
and the Representatives and Past Masters of 24 Lodges.'
The Grand Secretary reported, that since the last quarterly meeting of the Grand Lodge, a warrant had been issued for a Lodge to be held at Schodac, in the countv of Rerisselser, dated the lst of December, 5841, under the ütle of Schodac Union Lodge, No. 87, of which Brotber JJavidBell, was appointed Master; Brother David Booth, w1110]1 arcj®nj Bro. John H. Vandenburgh, Junior W arden ; which Lodge was on the 27th December last constituted, and the officers installed by the, G. Visiter for the county, W. John S. Perry.
That the M.W. Grand Master lias been pleased to appoint W. Bro. John W. Hudsuell, P. M. of La Fayette Lodge, No. 64, to the office of Grand Standard Bearer, in the place of W. Bro. Carppbell of Lockport, removed ; and toappoint W. Bro. Ralph James, P. M. ofRichmond Lodge, No. 66, to the office of Grand Steward, in the place of W . Bro. H. H. Brown, deceased. The Grand Master has also appointed the Rt. W. John Emanuel Gouzy of Berne, Representativeof this Grand Lodge, near w i o Dtl0ua G/^d Lodgc of Switzerland ; and Vt W' r' i ra fr' °[ ^haI,leston, Representative at the Kt. W. Grand Lodge of A. F. of South Carolina.



The Grand Secretary further reported, that on the 12th January, the Grand Master issued a Dispensation for a Lodge to be held at Newfane, Niagara County, by the name of Temperance Lodge, which dispensation is returnable on the lst of June, with their Minutes, By-Laws, and Returns.
The Grand Secretary as delegate to the convention to be holden at Washington, requested the advice or instructions of the Grand Lodge, in relation to the course of action be ought to pursue in that convention, on the question of thelegality of the body which claims to be the Grand Lodgeof Michigan, it being'understood that a delegate has been appointed by that body; whereupon it was
Resolved, That the subject matter in relation to the Grand Lodge of Michigan, be referred to the delegate of this Grand Lodge with power.
A communication was received from Brother Emanuel Hofifman, complaining of the Ked Eagle Lodge at Hamburg. The Grand Secretary offered several resolutions in relation to the subject. Aftera highly interesting debate, on motion of W. Bro. Robertson, the first resolution was amended, and as adopted is as follows :
Resolved, That the complaint of Bro. Emanuel Hoffman, against the Red Eagle Lodge at Hamburg, in Germany, be referred to the Grand Officers with power to act on the subject.
The other original resolutions were then withdrawn by the Grand Secretary.
The W. Bro. Phillips stated that he wished to call the attention of the Grand Lodge to a very important subject, namely, the jeopardy of the Permanent Fund of the Grand Lodge; he stated the par value of the Bank Stock held by the Trustees, and its present market value, and his apprehensions of the dangerofa total loss thereof totheG. L., unless measures were immecfotely taken for its preservation. Several Rt. W. and W. Brethren took part in the discussion of the questions of the rigV.t and expediency of the Trustees of the Permanent Fund disposing of the Stock under the existing circumstances. A resolution recommending to the Trustees to assume a responsible course of action, was offered by Brother Emanuel B. Hart, and after being duly seconded was laid on the table.



March 30th, A. £. 5832.
AMemorial was presented from Robert B. Atterburv praying for an mvestigation of the amount of his dues to Adelphi Lodge, and complaining of the conduct of said i^odge. Referred to a committee of three, to examine the case and endeavour to adjust the difference between Bro. Atteibuiy and Adelphi Lodge. The Rt. W. G. Trcasu-
commitTee 6taiy' ^ Br°' Dugan were aPPointed said
. A B'11 VVEls P'-esented by the Rt. W. Bro. James Herring (orexpenses incurred by liira as Delegate to the convention of Grand Lodges at Washington City, the 7th inst. amounting to $39 37J,which was passed for payment.
A üommumcation was received from David A. Barnes formerly a member of Benevolent Lodge, asking for the favorofthe Grand Stewards' Lodge to reinstate him, he
tXlnT tCXpe' ed-hy the, (V'a"d Lo%e for associating t^l^destineMasoqs, which was laidon the table until
Wednesday Eveningnext.
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©IBÜ^IS) ffiïïuwüiBisgi) a®iD)©2i3 May 4th, 5842.
The Grand Secretary reported that the Committee appointed to adjust the difference between Adelphi Lodee and Bro. Atterbury, had investigated the account of the Lodge against Bro. Atterbury, and found that at the time of Jus expulsion or suspension, he owed the Lodge 75 cents and that the facts having been stated to Adelphi Lodge, thev had immediately, and without debate, restored Bro. Atter-
chal-cd ^ WaS aCCepted and tlie Committee dis-
The Grand Secretary reported that he had, as he had been requested, sent for David A. Barnes, who had netitioned for restoration to Masonic privileges, and lmd proposed certain questions to him touching his conduct, and had received his answers. The questions and answers weie then read, together with the wntten declaration of the petitioner, which bemg satisfactory to the G. S. Lodee
feKst,f"eS ""S rested <° "» *#•



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June Ist, A. L. 5842.
The Grand Annual Communication of the Rt.W.Grand Lodge of the Ancient and Honorable Fraternity of Free and Accepted M asons of the State of New- York, was held at the Grand Lodge Room, in the city of New-York, on Wednesday evening, the lst of June, A. L. 5842, and opened in due form and with prayer, by the Rt. W. Salem Town, G. Chaplain.
PRESENT.
Rt. W. Wm. Willis, D. G. M. as G. Master. « « J. D. Willard, J. G. W. as D. G. M. '• " Mordecai Myers, P. D. G. M.
« « E. Gilbert, P. J. G. W. as S. G. W. " " E. Wadsworth, P. G. Sec. as J. G. W. " " James Herring, G. Secretary.
" " Richard Ellis, G. Treasurer.
" " Rev. Salem Town, G. Chaplain.
" " Josepli Sprague, G. Marshal.
" " John W. Hudswell, G. Stand. Bearer.
" " John Coffin, G. Sword Bearer.
« John Van Duyne, }
" Richard Parr, of No. 3. > G. Stewards. " Richard Pennell, of No. 2. 3 ' " James G. Finn, S. G. D.
« Greenfield Pote, J. G. D.
" William Boardman, G. Pursuivant.
Bro. James Thorburn, G. Tiler.
The W. Robert R. Boyd, Representative of the Grand Masonic Lodge of Ireland,
The W. Wm. C. Burnet, Representative of the Grand Lodge of the District of Columbia.
The W. Frederick Liese, Representative of the Grand Lodge of Hamburg.
The W. Sylvester Spencer, Representative of the Grand Lodge of New-Jersey.
The W. Joseph P. Pirsson, Representative of the Grand Lodge of Georgia.



T 1|he Y'a J°hn Entz' RePresentative of the Grand Lodge of Ancient Freemasons of South Carolina.
A nd the Representatives and Past M asters of the folio wïng Lodges:—
St. John's, IVo. i
Independent Royal Arch, 2 Mount Vernon, 3
Hudson, 7
or. jonn's, j\0> i Independent Royal Arch, 2
Mount Vernon, 3
Hudson, 7
Unity, 9
Trinity, 12
A polio, 13
Temple, 14
Western Star, 15
L'Union Fran?aise, 17
Fortitude, 19
Abrams, 20
Washington, 21
St. John's, 22
Adelphi, 23
Albion, 26
Mount Moriah, 27
Benevolent, 28
Farmers, 30
Mechanic, 31
Warren, 32
Ark, 33
Columbia, 33
Olive Branch, 39
Olive Branch, 401
Sylvan, jy0. 41
Utica, 47
Ark, 48
Watertown, 49
Fidelity, 5Ï
German Union, 54
Hohenlinden, 56
Hibernia, 57
Phcenix, 53
Manhattan, 62
LaFayette, 64
Richmond, 66
Mariners, 67
Montgornery, 68
Naval, 69 St. Sinion and St. Jude, 72
Lockport, 73
Evening Star, 75
Mixville, 78
Montgornery, go
Washington, 85
Pythagoras, 86
Schodac Union, 87 Temperance, u. Di
On the application of some one for admittance as a farmer member of a Lodge, the Grand Master consulted the G L on the propnety of admitting such persons as visiters Af-
cm motion ^ Br6thren ^ dellVe'ed their
rhe Minutes of the Quarterly Meeting of the Grand
Mnut%°nf th8 r °IAfarch' were read and approved. The Minutes of the G. S. L. of the 30th March, 6th April, and
Sylvan, Utica,



4th May, and of the Quarterly Meeting on the 25th of May, were severally read and confirmed.
The Rt. W. Deputy Grand Master then read the following communication from the chair :
Itï complying withyour request to the M. W. Grand Master, to cause to be laid before you, at the commencement of" every Annual Communication, a statement of the situation of the Order, here and elsevvhere, with reflections and suggestions for its improvement, I find it riecessary to gjance for a moment at the past, vvhich has materially aftected the present condition of our aflairs. From the peculiar circumstances of our position, this G. L. was the first to feel the full force of the anti-masonic tornado, which left its track of destruction from one end of the land to the other, and formed an important epoch 111 the history of our Order. .
Four hundred Lodges, under our jurisdiction, surrendered, or allowed their charters to become forfeited, and there are of those warrants, about three hundred, still scattered throngh the state, which can never be revived. 1 he means which have been tried for their collection have been insufficiënt; nevertheless, the same, or if possible, more effectual methods, should be used to collect them, lest improper uses should be made of lhem,by persons into whose hands they may hereafter fall.
The chief cause of the destruction of many of these Lodges has undoubtedly been brought toJight, by the discovery of large amounts of promissory notes in their chests, which had been received for fees and dues; and when the money was required, the drawers found it more convenient and popular to renounce Masonry, than redeem their promises. The Grand Lodge has strictly prohibited this practice ; but there is reason to believe that it has been recently tolerated, and, if 1 have been correctly informed on the subject, I should recommend the adoption of a fixed penalty to be rigidly inflicted in cases of future disobedience, without any exception whatever. The loose manner m which the business of our Lodges was formerly conducted, evidently required a thorough reform, and now is the time to turn the means intended for the overthrow of Masonry in our State, to its permanent advantage and honor.
Scarcely had we begun to recover from the shock of the violent assault of unnumbered enemies without, than we were aroused to renewed action for the defence of the Order, by a new convulsion, created by a few members of our own body; who, in 1837, by making a false issue with the executive officers of the G. L., sought to overturn the established government of the fraternity in the state, and to concentrate in themselves, by means of misrepresentation and clarnor, all its influence and power, or to break down the bulwarks of the Institution, which its founders had erected for the preservation of its purity and utility. It affords me pleasure, however, to inform you that the nrmness, unitv, and decision of this G. L., and the judicious measures which have from time" to time been adopted, have gained the approbation and applause of the fraternity every where, and that the tools, implements, and other property desecrated by the clandestine Lodges, have recently passed under the hammer of the auctioneer. But the continued determination to insubordination, indicated by a few, will still require watchfulness at home and abroad.
But even this evil has not been unattended with good. Our faithful Brethren have dwelt together in unity more perfect than before ; a knowledge of the relative duties of the fraternity and their government has been more fully and generally discussed and determined ; our foreign correspondence has been extended, and this, while it has had the intended effect of securing the Land* niarks of the Order from the desperate assaults of foes and innovators, has had a happy influence on the other Masonic governments of the Union. The tor-



por, which for a time pervaded the fraternity, has given place to the cheering sounds of active labor. The Grand Ofhcers of many of the States, like faithful guardians oh the watchtowers of the Institution, are calling on the Craftsmen to come forth to the work of philanthropy and benevolence, and to prove themselves " a peculiar people, zealous of good works."
In no part of our country is the effect of thoughtfulness and vigilance of an individual Grand Officer more apparentin the condition of the Lodges, and the zeal of the fraternity, than in Ohio, where, for many vears, the relentless spirit of anti-masonic fanaticism held our Order in its wintry chains—despoiled it of its verdure-—destroyed its fruits—and strove to blast its root and branches.— But the Winter has passed—Spring has renovated with new beauty the stem and its branches, and I trust that our faithful Brethren there will not force the fruit wilh too much zeal for improvcment.
In Texas, Masonry has extended with the settlement of the country. Sixteen Lodges have been established there. Many of these will probably be liable to iluctuations of condition, but the organization of the G. L. was fortunately commenced by experienced Craftsmen, and it is well conducted. Onepractice adopted by them, from the Lodges of the continent ofEurope, I had previously designed to recommend for your consideration, and had it been otherwise, I should not the lesshave approvedof it, as a means of impressingupon theminds of our Brethren, those principles and duties which from time to time may be most conducive to the well-being of the Order. The practice referred to, is the ïssuing an Annual Addrcss—a Pastoral Letter—from the Grand Lodge to the Lodges and fraternity under its jurisdiction.
Ihe G. L. of Louisiana, I am informed by unofficial correspondence, has been disturbed by the intrigue and machinations of one or more unwholesouie members, and has been obliged to adopt some severe measures towards them ; but as that G. L. has published none of its transactions in several years, and 1 am but imperfectly acquainted with the present state of its affairs, I can only express the hope that that body will not falter in its efforts to preserve its purity. VVü may sympathize with a G. L. so situated, but if they do not choose to communicate their grievance,we cannot well do more.
Amongst the evidences abroad of the active interest which pervades the fraternity, and the increasing desire after information, I cannot omit noticing- the Masonic periodicals which have but recently sprung into existence. The eldest of these, liThe Masonic Registerpublished at Albany, by our W. Bro. Hoffman, has reached its third year. In the course of the past year, 11 The Freemasori's Magazineedited by the R. VV. Grand Secretary of the G. L. of Mas sachusetts. 11 The Masonic Journal," published at Augusta, in Geor^ia, and ■The Masonic Mirror,,J published at Maysville, Kentucky, have commenced their career. Tliese periodicals, if conducted with a careful regard for the Landmarks of the Order, by experienced and thoroughly instructed Brethren may be valuable auxiliaries for the diffusion of Tküth and Licht ; they will win their way to favor witli the fraternity, and secure their own reward ; and it is to be hoped they may never become the vehicles of crude opinions, or through a love of novelty, which is a marked characteristic of the age tamper with the venerable usages of the Order, established by the wisdom of our fatners, and approved by the experience of ages.
Freemasonry presents a broad field for a literature of its own, and its cultivation is worthy the regard of every Brother Who is imbued with the liberal spint ol the Order, and desires to see it preserve its ancient dignity and place amongst the useful Institutions of the earth. History—Biograpliy—Philosophy—kehgion—the Sciences and the Arts—Music—Poetry—all come within the pale oi our prescribed studies; all might, nay, ought to be generally pro motcd ui our Lodges, and tho labors of the Brethren who thus occupy themselves lil the furuiture and embellishments of the interior of tlie Temple, ought



to be preserved, and like the designs on ihe trestle-board of the skilful Master, should be given as palterns to the Craft.
I have a pleasure in iiifurrnintT you, that at the present time, there is astrong desire amongst our Breihren, that the G. L. should recommend some general plan for the improvement of those leisure hours which occur occasionally ia every Lodge. No new regulation is necessary. The opiniou of the G. L. plainly expressed in the annual circular I have proposed, vvill be more effective than legislation.
Since the last Annual Communication, a correspondence has been opened with the National Grand Lodge of Switzerland, and Representatives recipro.cally nominated; but the appointment to this Grand Lodge has not yet been confirmed. A Representative has been nominated for us by the "Grand Lodge ol the Eclectic Freemason's Union," at Frankfort on the Maine, and we are requested to nominate one of our German Brethren, to serve that Grand Lodge in the same capacity.
lo the Committee on Foreign Correspondence, we may look for an interesting Report, and from our Delegate to the convention of Grand Lodges, recently held at Washington, a^Report will be received which will require your calrn deliberation and legislative action. The Report also of the Grand Secretary, the Grand Treasurer, and the Trustees of the Permanent Fund, which will be laid before you, embrace many subjects of importance. With the proper subjects of these Reports, I may with propriety be expected not to interfere. I shall, therefore turn at once to those topics, which in my opinion are worthy of consideration, in addition to those I have already suggested, and wlnch will not be included in the reports just mentioned.
At the last Annual Meeting, the Grand Lodge authorized a new edition of the Constitution to be printed, with the additional rcgulations, odopted since the year 5832. As the number of copies of the last edition on hand has been found sullicient for present purposes, the expense of a new one has been postponed until the Grand Lodge might be consulted on the propriety of a revision of our regulations, some of which conflict with each other; some have been published, which are believed not to have been adopted on the last revision in 5827, while others are required which are not now there.
Should the Grand Lodge think proper to order a revision, I would suggest the propriety of adding to the appendix full forms for all public Masonic Ceremonies, not found in the present edition, and a set of rules óf order for the conduct of business of a legislative or judicial character, subject to modification or change at any Annual Communication.
The system adop(ed in 5830, of appointing in each county, Grand Visiters, to act as agents of the Grand Lodge, for particular purposes, has been found very convenient on various occasions. They were originally appomted under the Old Constitution, on the Warrant of the Grand Master, and have been continued from year to year, by Resolutions of the Grand Lodge; Many reasons combine to induce me to recommend that the system should be rendered permanent, and that the duties and powers of the Grand Visiters should be defined by law.
There is a regulation of the Grand Lodge requiring every Lodge in the city of Nevv-York to report to the Grand Treasurer the amounl of any charitable donations that may be made, the persons to whom made, and the merits of the respective applicants as ascertained by said Lodges. This regulation, if it were ever generally complied with. has fallen into disuse, and is rendered useless by the neglect of the Lodges, who too seldom, if ever, make it a point to ascertain hoto muc/i has previously been grantcd to the same applicants, by the other Lodges, or the Grand Stewards' Committee of Charity; the consequence is, that the distribution of Masonic Charity is unequal. Strangers, whosecharacters are too frequently discovered too late, have been known to take the circuit of our Lodges, and have received money from nearly every one, when



probably the next applicant has been entirely deprived of the necessary relief. The whole process of granting relief might be simplified, and the Lodges, and worthy applicants proteeted from imposition and injustice, by every Lodge referring every applicant to the Graud Stewards' Committee, with permission to draw on the Treasurer of the Lodge, for a eertain sum, if fonnd worthy. The whole amonnt of charity bestowed, the reeipients, and all the particulars would tlius be known to one Committee, and become matters of record at the Grand Secrelary's Office.
There has been a proposition laying on the table some years, for a reduction of the mileage, and daily pay of the Delegates from the country Lodges to the Annual Communications. I feel it to be my duty to ask your consideration of the subject, at the present meeting, for the following reasons:—There will probably be no income from the principal part of our permanent fund for at least two years. During the pastyear we have been deprived of the customary revenue from that source to the amount of nearly $500, and are slill in debt to that amount. 2ndly, The facilities of travelling have been improved, and the expense reduced far below the rates of former times, whilst the allowance for mileage continues the sanie. 3dly, That for some years past, the pay of the Delegates, and of the Grand Officers elected from the country, has exceeded the amount received frnm the Lodges they have represented; but even the reduction proposed will not supply the deficiency of the revenue, which niay be anticipated for two years to come. Other measures must therefore be looked to for the funds to meet the necessary expenses of the time.
The Grand Lodge having directed the Lecturcs on the three degrees to be • delivered at each Annual Communication, tho Rt. W. Ebenezcr Wadsworth has been invited to attend the present Sessioiij to perform that duty and has kindly accepted the invitation.
A Committee on the By-Laws of Lodges, will hereafter be appointed annually; and as some difficulties have occnrred in the course of the past year in consequence of the rejection of candidates for initiation, or affiliation, I trust that the Committee of tho present Session will take care to preserve the original principle oCunanimily, as absolute, and subject to no change or dispensation. Lxperience has proved the profound wisdom of those who instituted our Fraternity, and the danger of tampering with its Landmarks for temporary convenience. No difficulty ought ever to arise in a Lodge from this cause; none could have happened, had there not been a relaxation of the ancient regulation of the Order which required unanimity, and from which no law of this Grand Lodge authorizes a variation.
So sacred should the rights of the members of Lodges be held, that if by accident it were discovered who black-balled a candidate, his name ought to be kept secret, and his reasons never questioned.
There is another deviation from an ancient custom into which we have fallen of late years, and to which I hold it proper, and therefore desire to seo the <?»»? , immediately return. It is the celcbration of those Masonic festivals, the 24th of June, and the 27th of December, which are observed by the frateri'ity throughout the world From the first organization of this Grand Lodge, the practice of regulating the manner in which the annual festivals should be observed, was strictly attended to at the previous quarterly meetings. And all our Lodges were required to meet and open on those days, up to the date when the present regulations of the Grand Lodge came into operalion June, 58S2.
In recommending a return to the ancient custom of our fathers, I would by no means become the advocate of extravagance, expensive banquets, or public parades; but I would preserve in this body the right and power to regulato these fesUvals by keeping them in exercise. Social intercourse amongst the Urethren should be encouraged on all occasions, and none can be more appropriate than these, as is testified by the consent of the whole Masonic world.



At the last Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge, the Warrant of Independent R. A. Lodge, No. 2, being in possession of an expelled Mason, was annulled, and a dispensation ordered to the Lodge, until the 27th of December, by which time there was reason to believe the Lodge might obtain possession of the Warrant, and its vitality be restored by this Grand Body; but at the expiration of that period, I found it necessary to renew the dispensation to the present time. I recommend that a new Warrant be granted to the present Officers and Members, retainiug the same number as that which has been annulled.
These, my Brethren, are some of the subjects to which your attention will be necessarily directed at the present Session. Others of equal importance, both in relation to our foreign and local affairs, will be laid before you by the proper Grand Officers, and Committees, and I have now only to recommend that the Brethren will, with me, enter 011 the business of the Session with a fixed determination to preserve that beauliful harmony and unity of action which has given us so mach satisfaction in past years.
The Grand Lodge listened to the Rt. W. D. G. Master's address with profound attention; and at its conclusion, directed it to be placed upon the minutes, and the various subjects contained therein, to be distributed by the Grand Secretary to appropriate Committees for their action thereon.
The following Report of the Delegate from this Grand Lodge, to the Convention of Grand Lodges, recently held at Washington City, was read by the Grand Secretary, accepted, and ordered to be referred to the appropriate Committees.
The Delegate from the Grand Lodge of the State of New-York, to the Convenlion of Grand Lodges of the United States, held at the city of Washington, on the 7th of March, 5842, begs leave to Report—That he attended said Convention, and united with the Delegates from the Grand Lodges of Alabama, South-Carolina, Virginia, District of Columbia, Maryland, Connecticut, Rhode-Island, Massachusetts, and New-Hampshire, in the consideration of the purposes of their appointment, which were to establish a uniform mode of work throughout the Union, and to make such other lawful rcgulations for the interest and security of the Croft as they might deem important.
On the day appointed for their meeting, the attending Delegates, disappointed by the absence of several Brethren, whom they confidently expected would be present, in accordance with their appointments, which had been publicly announced, only organized temporarily, and appointed a Committee on Credentials. On the second day of meeting, the Committee on Credentials made the following Report, which was received and confirmed.
The Committee on Credentials having attended to theduty assigned them, respectfully Report—That they have examined all the Credentials placed in their hands, and find the following Brethren entitledto seats as Delegates to this Convention, viz:—Rt, W. William Field, of Rhode-Island, John Dove, of Virginia, Tristram Shaw, of New-Ilampshire, Charles W. Moore, of Massachusetts, James Herring, of New-York, Charles Gilman, of Maryland, William W. Boardman, of Connecticut, John Mason, Jr., James Laurenson, and J. P. Van Tyne, of District of Columbia, Isaac E. Holmes, of South-Carolina, and W W. Payne, of Alabama.
The Committee have had put into their hands a document emanating from a body of Masons calling itself "The Grand Lodge of Michigan," appointing a vcry respectable and worthy Brother a Delegate to this Convention, and your



Committee rogret that not having the requisite evidcnce before them of the constitutional existence of any Graiul Lodge in tho State of Michigan, they are undar tho unpleasant necessity of reporting adversely to the claim of that Broiher to a seat in tliis body. The reasons which have led your Committee to this conclusion, are briefly as follows:
From documeuts in their possession, your Committee learn, tliat in 1826 a Grand Lodge was regularly organized 111 the then Territory of Michigan ; that 111 1827, it was incorporated by the Legislative Council of the Territory, that in 1828 or 1829, in consequence of the violence of the anti-masonic exciternent, which at that time was spreading over the northern parts of the country, like the desolating Sirocco of the desert—at the suggestion and on the recominendation of General Cass, tho then Grand Master, the labors of the Grand Lodge of Michigan, and of the Subordiuate Lodges holding under its j urisdiction, were, b_v a unaniraons voto of the Grand Lodge, suspended; the Masonic organization in the Territory was dissolved, and it does nut appear that any attempt was made to revive it, until the year 1840, when a public meeting of tho Masons in that State was called, through the public papers, to be holden in the town of Mount Clemens; at this meeting, it was resolved to resuseitate and organize the Institution. A Committee was appointe'd to open a correspondenco with the neighboring Grand Lodges, to ascertain whether a Grand Lod^e had ever existed in the Territory: and if so, what steps were necessary for ita re-organization; or, if no such G. Lodge had ever existed, then what measures were proper for the formation of a r.ew one. Thus conclusively showing that the Brethren composing the public meeting at Mount Clemens, were anew race of Masons, who had come upou the stage since the dissolulion of Masonry in the Territory, and that they had 110 knowledge of, or connexion witli tho foriner organization. The Committee, in pursuance of their appointment, accordingly opened a correspoudence with the Grand Secretaries of several of the priucipal Grand Lodges iu the country, and received the required advice and information.
In the early part of the year 1841, a second public meeting of Masons was held at Detroit, at which time it was discovered that a Grand Lodge had been held in the Territory, and that it had been incorporated as above stated; the records and papers, or a portion of them, had also been recovered. On tho strength of these, and without the existence of a single Subordinate I odge (the only legitiinate souree of Grand Lodges,) so far as your Committee can aseertam, the Brethren composing the meeting, proceeded to form and or"anize a Grand Lodge for the State of Michigan, and to issue Warrants for the institution of nsw Lodges; a proceedinjf which your Committee pronounce to be radically wrong, and in derogation of the fundamental Statutes and Landmarka of the Masonic Fraternity, and that the Grand Lodge so organized, is an irregular body, which ought not, and cannot be recognized by the Fraternitv in the United States. J
Vour Committee most deeply regret the necessity which has compelled them to this result. For their Brethren in Michigan, they entertain the hiehest regard, and would most cheerfully extend to them through their respectecT Representative, the right hand of Fellowship and fraternal affection; but re^arding their duty to the whole Fraternity as superior to all personal considerations they are bound to witbhold that fellowship and fraternal recognition, until by duo eourse of regular Masonic proceeding, they shall have returned to reeular and estabhshed constitutional principles."
All of which is respectfully submitted.
CIIARLES VV. MOORE, Chairhian."
This Report was pronounced by several Delegales to be of such irnportance to the Craft, as richly to repay all tho e.vpense and labor of the Couvention even if nothmg else were to be eflected. 7



Two Committees werc appointed 011 the propositions from the Grand Lodge of Alabama. One on "A uniform mode of work in the first three Degrees of Masonry throughout the United States," the other 011 " General Regulations."
On Wednesday evening, the 9th of March, the following Report was received, read, and confirmed.
"The Committee entrusted with the duty of deciding upon a uniform mode of work for the Lodges of the United States, the great object for which the Convention was first recommended by the M. W. Grand Lodge of Alabama, and agreed to by our constituents, have to Report—That they have duly attended to the duty, and have compared with each other, the ceremonies and lectures of the three degrees used in the Lodges of their own constituents, and have extended their inquiries inlo the Masonic usages in various parts of the United States. The Committee find that amongst themselves there exists a satisfactory degree of uniformity, but that the various modes of practice, arising from the want of a fixed Standard of work, have a natural tendency to confuse and disfigure the pure ritual of the Order, and vvill inevitably, if not restrained, encourage broader variations, which will in the course of time, fix themselves to the permanent injury of the Ancient Institution.
But your Committee have reason to apprehend that from the absence of Delegates expected atthis Convention from several Grand Lodges, and especially from the absence of all information from the M. VV. Grand Lodge of Alabama, and from the Lodges of the great West, that the chief causes of the call of the Convention have not been within their reach, and that consequently they are but imperfectly enabled to judge of the extent of the evils sought to be remedied.
Your Committee, however, cannot doubt, that although they have not been distinctly and definitely införmed of the modes of work in the Lodges of that extensive region watered by the Ohio and Mississippi, enough has been ascertained to warrant tliem in the declaration, that some means should be immediately adopted to check digressions, and to establish a uniform method of conferring the degrees. This subject has therefore received the serious consideration of the Committee.
To accomplish the great object proposed, is entirely beyond the powers of the Committee or the Convention. For two days and nights the Committee have been diligently engaged in examining the variations of the different systems, and if they were to proceed in an effortto harmonize in perfection, a system which they could pronounce the most rational and most ancient, their labor would fail in effect, from the failure of means to promulgate their decision throughout the land, and especially to those sections where the information is probably most required.
Your Committee have therefore agreed to recommend as the best plan for accomplishing the object contemplated by the M. W. Grand Lodge of Alabama. and for preserving according to a pure and unchangeable system, the ceremonies and lectures of the Ancient Craft; that every Grand Lodge in the United States appoint one or more skilful Brethren, to be slyled Grand Lecturers, who^shall meet and agree upon the course of instruction necessary and proper to be imparted to the Lodges and the Fraternity, in their several jurisdictions, and who shall be required to convene at some central place, at least once in three years, to compare their lectures and to correct variations.
All which is respectfully submitted.
JAMES HERRING, JOHN DOVE, CHARLES W. MOORE. WILLIAM FIELD, ISAAC E. HOLMES.
j
} Committee.
Washington, March 9th, 1842.



Resolved, That should the Grand Lodges, or a majority of thcm, dctermine to adopt the recommendatiori eontained itt the Report of the Committee respecting the appointment of Grand Lecturers, that it be further recommended by tlns Convention, that tlie first meeting of said Grand Lecturers be held in the city of Baltimore, on the second Monday in May, 1843."
On Thursday niorning the lOth of March, the Committee on General ReguIations made their Report, which was approved and confirmed.
"The Committee havmg in charge that portion of the Resolution of the M. W Grand Lodge of Alabama, which relatea to the General Regulations involvin^ the interests and secunty of the Craft, having duly considered such matters as have been proposed for their consideration, take leave to Report as follows:
1 bat they regard the fraternal intercourse of the members of our Institution amongst the most valuable privileges of the Order, which intercourse ought to be encouraged and at the same time guarded by all the means within the amnlo powers of the Grand Lodges of this Union ; free, social, Masonic association protected by pure pnnciples, and the sacred ties of Brotherhood, is calculated to expand the kmdest sentiments of humanity, to extend the sphere of usefulnesa of a member far beyond the little circle of his daily walks and duties, and to promote the sweet charities of life amongst all those who can with confidence preier his claim as a Brotlier, or are ready to acknowledge that relationshin.
To promote and extend the intercourse and acquaintance of Brethren residïng not only in the neighboring States, but also in regionsas far from each other as the east is from the west, varions means have been suggested to your Committee, the most prominent of which is, the representative system, alreadv adopted by some of our Grand Lodges; this system your Committee recommend to the Convention.
As an additional safeguard against the abuse of Masonic privileges by the unworthy, some of whom are constantly prowling through the land, aiid deriving a support from the Charity of the Institution to which they are a disgrace, your Committee recommend that the Grand Lodges advise, if they do not déem it necessary to require, their Lodges to demand certificates of the good standing of Brethren who are strangers ; which certificate should en.aSate from thl . 1 U g?j from^ejunsdiction of which they hail. These certificates will not only sbield the Institution from the undeserving, but will furnish the orphans and w.dows of deceased Brethren, the best evidence of their claims upon the fraternity. ^
The Committee have been informed that there is a reprehensible practice of receiving promissory notes for the fee for conferring the degrees, instead ofdemanding payment thereof, before the degrees are conferred; this practice is Unown to some of your Committee to have produced unhappy influences. lts mevitable effect is to degrade the Institution, and it ought to be prohibited.
The impropriety of transact.ng Masonic business in Lodges below the degree of Master Mason, except such as appertains to the conferring the inferior degrees and the instruction therein, is a subject which lias been recently presented to the consideration of the Grand Lodges of the United States, by the
v s? of ,M'ssoun> and 'a the opinion of the Committee, ought Ü P Entered Apprentices and Fellow Crafts are not members of ^es, "°r are they entitled to the franchises of members; to prevent there-
"of Sa T o^~,!K?0fi ^"'.^ferencein.or knowledge of the transact,ons of the Lodge the confining all business to the Master Masons Lodges will be found most advantageous, and undoubtedly is the only correct course of prac-
In the intercourse of your Committee with the Fraternity of several of the uln t ir i l great diversity of opunon and practice bas obtained in ret0 their delinquent members, some Grand Lodges authorizo ejpulsion



from all the rights of Masonry after a fixed time; others suspend a Brother tintil his dues are paid, wliilst others inaintain, practically, that suspension from a Lodge for non-payment of dues, only disfranchises the delinquent in that particular Lodge, bnt leaves him at liberty to join any other Lodge, and even to visit the Lodge whicli has disfranchised him of membership. Your Committee are of opinion, that uniform legislation in tliis respect in the Staies, is essential to the well bsing of the Fralernity. lt is not to be supposed that a Lodge wiII deprive a worthy Brolher of his masonic privileges, who is disabled by poverty from contributing to the funds of his Lodge ; but unfaithfulness, and wilful neglect are equally injurious, and after a limited time, it should be known to ail, that suspension will follow until the debt is paid, or for cause shovvn, remitted.
Suspension is the lowest penalty known to be inflicted for non-payment of dues; and as the effect of this penalty appears to have been misunderstood by some, to the extent of rendering it a convenieuce to the delinquent, rather than a punishment, in that, he enjoys most of the privileges, whilst he sustains none of the burdens of Masonry, your committee feel bound 'to declare that the term " suspension" is a deprivation, for the time being, of all Masonic privileges.
All of wliich is respectfully submitted.
CHARLES GILMAN,
J. P. VAN TYNE,
TRISTRAM SIÏ\W,
WILLIAM W. PAYNE,
WILLIAM W. BOARDMAN."
Washington, March, lOth, 1842.
These three reports comprise all those measures which the convention considered to be of unquestionable importance at the present time, Others probably might have been brought forward, had the Delegates who had been appointed been present; some others were indeed discussed which were not agreed to. All that was done, was done with unanimity.
The several subjects presented in this Report, have already engaged the attention of the Grand Lodge of the State of New-York, nevertheless, some of them will require special action during the present session. The first is that the Body styling itself li the Grand Lodge of Michigan," is an irregular body, which cannotbe recognized by the Fraternity in the United States.
Second.—The appointment of one or more skilful Brethren, to be styled Grand Lecturers, who shall meet with the Grand Lecturers of the other States, and agree upon a course of instruction, necessary and proper to be imparted in their several jurisdictions, and revise and compare their work triennially.
Third.—The Representative System .—
Fourth.—As a safeguard against the abuse of Masonic privileges, to advise or require Lodges to detnand Grand Lodge Certificates from all strangers before they can be examined for admission, This reguhition already exists in this State, so far as it relates to Brethren hailing from Lodges under the jurisdiction of this Grand Lodge, and it cannot be of less importance that those Foreign Lodges should produce equal evidence of good standing. As the practice however, is not universal, especially in the United States, a distant day should be named when the regulation would be made strictly obligatory, and a general arrangement ought to be made by the Grand Lodges for a periodical revision or renewal of the Certificates granted.
Fifth.—The reprehensible practice of receiving promissory notes for fces or dues is already prohibited by this Grand Lodge.
Sixth.—The confining all business to Master Masons' Lodges is also in accordance with the established regulations of this Body.



Seventh.—Suspension of Brethren for non-payment of dues, as Well as for any olher cause, deprives of all Masonic privileges during its continuanee according to the practice and iniention of our Lodges; hut if a Mason, suspended for non-payment of dues in this State, on visiting some other State in the Union can enjoy all the privileges of Masonry, according to the practice of that State it is a practice whiuh must sometimes interfere injuriously with the discipline of the Grand Lodges of the several States, and the decision of the Convention shoald therefore be sustained by all the Grand Lodges of the Union.
All of vvhieh is respectfully submitled.
.. -r JAMES HERRING, Delegate.
New-York, June 1, 5842.
The W. Bro. Pirsson, from the Select Committee on the subject, reported that they had forwarded a copy of the follovving Letter of Condolence to the Widow of our deceased Bro., P. M. Henry H. Brovvn, late Grand Steward of this (jrand Lodge.
Madam:—
, , • , Grand Lodge of the State of New-York, now in Session, have 6 j with feelings of profound grief, of the decease of your estimablehusband, and their valued aud long tried associate.
They desire through us, Madam, to convey to you their warmest expression ol sympathy for the irreparable loss you have sustained. A long period of association with our lamented Brother enables us to speak of the very manv virtues he possessed. Ile was all that could be desired as a lirrn friend, a worthv Urother, and an ardent supporter of our noble Institution.
We are aware, Madam, that upon so trying an occasion, it is but little consolation we can offer; but it cannot be otherwise than a satisfaction to you to Jtnow that he performed all his works amongst us so well, that he lias left a blank in our Fratermty, that it will be 110 easy matter to fill.
May He " who tempers the wind to the ahorn lamb," support and comfort ™u >''}ur hour of affliction, and enable you to bow in submission to His Divine W lil»
, sentiment of sincere regard, and expressions of heart-felt condolence, we are, iviadaro,
Your sincere Friends aud Servants,
1 Committee RICHARD PENNELL, V of RICHARD ELLIS. $ Grand Lodge. New-York, June 4th, 1841.
fülïows Grantl Secretai'y then read his Annual Report, as
thé'i'üt Arand fe,7etary haf to ?eP°rt t0 the Rt- w- Grand Lodge, that since the last Annual Meeting, there has been a defïciency of revenue to meet the
f ^ CT^ l° the 4ectation entertai^d and
,lrte "!d I - 1 yearly Report, there is at present an increased amount of debt owing chiefly to the failure of the receipts of dividends fromtliePerma' ' ,i,eXfient °f ®465'25> and a falling short of receipts from other
y "^ iiW74Sntr\n °I ?a year' a8 comPared with the previoas
year, exclusive of dividends from Bank Stock.



The Receipts of the year ending 011 the 27th of May, amounted to $1839 77
The amount received in the past year, is 1381 03
By Dividend from Mechanics' Bank, August, - - $92 25
By do from Butchers' and Drovers' Bank, Nov'r. 58 00
For Returns of Dues, ...... 900 28
For Certificates, ' - -- -72 50
For Dispensations, 80 00
For Warrant to Pythagoras Lodge, No. 86, - - - 32 00
For Dispeusation to Temperance Lodge, - - 32 00
For Warrant to Schodac Union Lodge, No. 87, - - 32 00
For do to Phconix Lodge, .... 32 00
For Dispensation to St. Joseph's Valley Lodge, Michigan, 32 00
From Miscellaneous sources. 18 00
$1381 03
The defieiency of receipts from the dividends on our Bank Stock being ükely to continue for at least tvvo years to come, from causes which wil] be explained by the Trustees, the Grand Lodge will uaturally turn their attention to the provision ofsuch supply as the necessary expenses of that time will require : and as it may, and probably will be expected that the Executive Offieers of the Grand Lodge should recommend such measures as have presented themselves, the Grand Secretary bas no hesitancy in suggesting, Ist, The lessening of such expenses as are not absolutely necessary for the support of the Government, and 2ndly, Providing for an increase of revenue, independently of the Permanent Fund.
Under the first head are several items.
Ist, Postages, now no inconsiderable item. These, through thoughtlessness, or other cause, are frequently made treble the necessary amount. To remedy this, I believe it to be only necessary to remind the Brethren that every piece of paper enclosed in a letter is liable to postage, and to request them when transmitting letters to the Grand Lodge, to pay the postage.
2ndly, Limiting the number of Elective Offieers from Lodges out of the city of New-York, for the present, striclly by the requirements of the Constitution.
3dly, By taking a decided stand against the practice of granting remission of dues to Lodges, except in cases of unavoidable misfortune, and upon satisfactory evidence that the intefests of the Order will be promoted, by a carefulexamination of their proceedings in past years.
On a revievv of the facts connected with the numerous cases of remission of dues for the last fourteen years, it will be seen that in most instances the remission has been granted on an application by letter, and that the Lodges to which this indulgence has from time to time been granted, had not previouslv, nor have they since, reported any of their proceedings, showing their state oforganization or discipline; where, or how frequently they asseinble; who were their offieers, or members, or whether in any other respect they were acting in conformity to the Constitution of the Grand Lodge, or were sustaining the honor of the Masonic Fraterniiy, by obedience to its laws, the practice of its principles, and the cultivation of peace and love amongst themselves in the midst of a profane and scrutinizing world. At the present time, there can be no doubt, the condition of the Lodges in this State is better known to the Grand Lodge than at any former period, but enough is not known; and what is known proves that the Grand Lodge ought to be fully informed, at least once a year, of the doings and state of every Lodge under its jurisdiction. The Foreign Correspondence of the last two years shows to ua what is done in this respect by the Lodges in the heart of Europe, where there is little legislation, but much maternal advice and admonition ; where the Grand Lodges are regarded as aflectionate mothers, and the subordinate Lodges as virtuous daughters.



Under the second head, as to the means of increasing the revenue, I look 
lst, To the adoption of the recommendaüon of the Washington Convention in relalion to Grand Lodge Certificates, as a probable means of supplying a material part of the deficiency in the annual receipts, besides many other beneficial results to be expected from its universal application.
2dly, To the adoption of a new form of Registry in the Grand Secretary's Office, the paltern of which is herewith presented. The vahie, and, indeed the necessity of such a Register, lias long been apparent to me, independent of the incidental consequence of revenue. By the present Regulations
of the Grand Lodge, there are two forms of Returns required periodically. 
From most of the Lodges, I have found it almost impossible to obtain more than one of these papers regularly. The form proposed unites botli, with some additions which I deem important. By carrying this plan into operation, we shall obtain this result, (which never bas been, and cannot be accomplished under any other system heretofore in use,) a perfect knovvledge of thfe name profession, age, residence, degree, and standing as a Mason, of every member of the Fraternity in the State.
There has been no Register kept since 1826, except what I fonnd necessary to open in 1830, which was a voluntary labor for the purpose of checking imperfect returns, as I found it impossible in any other way to ascertain, in many instances, who were truly the members of Lodges. In 1827, the fee for Registry was omitted in the New Regulations, and scareely any one since has been returned for Registry. If the system 1 propose is approved, I should furlher recommend that the fees be graduated as follows:
lst.—Every present Master Mason who is a member of a Lodge, to nav for Registry, 12| cents.
2d.— Every adjoining member, 50 cents.
3d.—Every noviciate, $1.00.
4th.—1These fees to be paid by the individual members, but the Lodges to be accountable for these fees in addition to the present fees and quarterly dues.
3dly, For a still further improvement of the revenue, and of many other interests of the Order, I would invite the attention of the Grand Lodge to that large class of the Fraternity who have withdrawn from all support ofthe Institution, and yet enjoy at their pleasure, all its privileges; who are residents in the vicinity of Lodges, visit and partake of the hospitalities and advanta^es of the Craft, but contnbute not one cent to its maintenance. This class of Masons in our State, and in this city especially, probably amounts to ten times the number of contributing members of Lodges. St. John's Lodge, No. 1; Mount Moriah Lodge, No. 27; Naval Lodge, No. 69, and probably others, have enucted limitary regulations, consequent on the extent to which many of this class of
Free and Accepted Masons habitually exhibit their attachment to the Order. 
Under any state of afFairs it would be highly proper and salutary, but under the pressure of existing circumstances much more so, for the Grand Lod^e to require all resident members of the Craft to conform to that old, aziom o/ the Constitution, that "every Mason ought to belong to some Lodge," and enrol their names as member3 accordingly, and pay an annual contribution towards the beneficent purposes of the Institution, on pain of a formal erasure for neelectofduty. 6
Since the last Annual Communication, the Warrant of Batavia Lodge has been revived, and the organization is expected to have taken place this day ; a meeting of the petitioners having been called for that purpose.
A Dispensation was granted on the lOth of January last for a Lodge at Newfane, in the county of Niagara, by the name of Temperance Lodge, which has been returned this day, with a record of their doings, their by-laws, a return of their members, and dues, and an application for a charter.



Application has been received for a Dispensation to erect a Lodge at Niles, in Michigan. The Grand Master deferred granting it tinlil it could be ascertained what was the true position of a body of Masons in that State, who slyle thcmselves the G. L. of Michigan. That body having been pronounped irregular by the Washington Convention, the issuing of the Dispensation has been deferred until after this Communication, as otherwise it must have been returnable at this time.
A Report has been m.sde by tho W. P. M., I. B. Crawe, who was appointed to reorgauize Alexandria Lodge, in Jefferson county. He has not succeeded in obtaining a meeting of the mombers, and the Warrant ought to be recalled.
The following Lodges have made no returns for three years and upwards, although notilied of their delinquency, and requested to make returns at the last June Communication.
Kingston Lodge, No. 10, in arrears from June, 1837; has held no election since 1840, and may be considered extinct.
Friendship Lodge, No. 24—No communications since December, 1837, at which time the Warrrant was revived. It had been forfeited in 1834, having made no returns in ten years previous to that time.
Rising Sun Lodge, No. 34—Forfeited its Warrant in 1835, for a delinquency of five years dues, was revived in 1836, on the payment of $6, for one year's dues, and have made no report or return since that time.
Venice Morning Star, No. 35—Have paid no dues since June, 1838, nor any certificate of election since, exceptin a communication without seal, on the lst of June, 1839.
Ark Lodge, No. 36—has made no returns since 1839. nor paid dues since 1838. This Lodge had a remission of dues from 1821, in June, 1827. They were represented in 1829, and paid two years' dues. In 1S32, they compromised, and paid $10. In June, 1835, they compromised again, and paid ©8. And lastly, in 1838, when $6 was paid, forwarding a return afterwards of twelve members.
Washington Lodge, No. 37—has nol been heard from since June, 1837.
Union Lodge, No. 45—Is in arrears for dues, four years, but the certificates of their annual elections are filed up to December last. They met wilh the loss of their furniture, and considerable property, by fire, in the course of the last year, and now ask a remission of dues.
Doric Lodge, No. 60—has made no returns since 1835.
Prattsburg Union Lodge, No, 61—This Lodge, in 1831, paid the Grand Visiter $3, for one year's dues, by compromise, from December, 1825; but their delinquency still continuing, the G. L. recailed the Warrant in June,1835. The Grand Visiter of the county, however, revived the Lodge, and his act was confirmed in December, 1837, with permission tó remove the Lodge to the town of Wheeler. They now ask for further time. They say they have $3 ready to send, and expect to eollect more.
Caledonia Lodge, No 63—have made no communications 3ince June, 1835.
Junius Lodge, No. 74—have made no reports or returns since their revival in 1839.
Amicable Lodge, No. 11—have this day surrendered their charter, books. and jewels, to the Grand Lodge.
Mohawk Lodge, No. 46—Is in arrears from June, 1838, and have made no reports since. 1 have not notified them, not knowing who were their Officers, nor whether there are any.



»nrniS'.°g SN°' 5.5~has Paid no d»°s since 1837, nor made anv re SInce 1835* J 'as no' heen notified for the same reason.
Steuben Lodge, No._59-.-has paid no dnes since 1836, nor have thev sinco
as sassssstsst* """■ T";' :"
Concord Lodge, No. 50-formerly held in this city-has surrendered. Holland Lodge, No. 8—also located in this city—h,'is not been in i r
gnlar organization since last December. The members -irp f»,„ l j
are highly respectable. Bnt they have taken „o meL"reMo k"en uoT/r '""i lar meetings of the Lodge in some years, except for asWt time fas^slmef"
ln comphance with the Resolntion of last Tn™ tt,„ c„n • T , . ' -bmitted their By-Laws for examination, viz:—No's. 1 3°4oo" 23, 26, 28, 31, 32, 41, 53. 54, 58, 62, 67 69 73 75 87 n'nrl' ii * •' t * J whose regular organization we are n^t vet inftmed 1? 7'r L°dge' °f Lodge hitherto working under Diepensation. nformed' and of 1 emperance
»rUhtGïa?d Sf?re.tLry'S ReP°rt was accepted, and ordered to be referred to the proper committees.
The Rt. W. Grand Treasurer then presented liis Annual Report, which was read by the Grand Secretary, accented and ordered to be entered on the minutes, and Jks foRs:
The Grand Treasurer of the Rt. VV. the Granrl T oHhe State of New-York, has the honS respëctf^/?^
*£5" *d of/aae' A-L"
vouchers to the Kt W. Grand Stewards' LoJge, the There was due the Grand Treasurer on the 25th of
m n fy' ®84'' the balance, ending that year, . . t „
l o Delegates from Country Lodees, £7
' Pensioners of the Grand Lodge, 91
" Salariea of the Grand Officefs, . 50
<< ! ir°;,St°n|e'2 >'ears rent of Gf;'nd Lodge Room, ' .' ' 300 nl Incidental expenses, new Banner, Procession, &c. . " . 300 94
That he has received from the Rt. W. G. Secretarv Tim §'893 33 James Herring, during the same period, . ... $138103
Balance due g. Treasurer, May 25th, 5842. . ~
All of which is most respectfully submitted. ' ' r _ RICHARD ELLIS, g. Treasurer.
4"." °"""31



The following Report was received from the Trustees of the Permanent Fund.
The Trustees of the Permanent Fund, fully aware of the anxiety and apprehensions of the Grand Lodge for the safety of tbat Fund, have inquired mto the cundition of those Banks in the Stock of whieli it is vested ; and they have great satisfaction in laying before this Body the reisult of their investiga-
Uon.
This Fund consists of 210 Shares of Stock in the Greenwich Bank, at $25 each,
123 Shares Mechanics Bank, at $25 each,
58 Shares Butchers' and Drovers' Bank, at $25 each.
Total at par,
The prices at which these Stocks have been reported for some time past, have undoubtedly led many to supposo that a heavy loss must inevitably fall on our Permanent Fund, and have induced the desire which has been openly expressed in this Body, that the Trustees would assume the responsibihty of securing the remnant, by selling the Stock at the markot pnce. The Trustees howcver, aresatisfied that the true value of those Stocks is far beyond the present selling price, and that at present it would be imprudent to change their position. The grounds on which this opinion is based, will be communicated to the Grand Lodge, verbally, if it be the wish of Brelhren to be made more fully acquainted with them.
It is, however, proper to state, that by the Constitution of the G. L., the Trustees have no right to sell or dispose of these Stocks without a vote of the G. L- at an Annual Communication. The disposition of the Fund is therefore at the present time fully under the control of the Body, and if any iramediate or contingent action by the Trustees is ordered, it will be punctually obeyed.
The Trustees have further to Report—That in addition to the Certificates of the above named Stocks, the Rt. W. G. Treasurer holds a note of the Rt. W George H. C. Melody, dated 9th December, 1826, for $100, lent to that Brótber, as D. G. M. of the G. L. of Missouri, on a memorial presented to the Grand Lodge. But the Rt. W. Brother has neglected payment, and although at the present time one of the Grand Officers ol that G. L., he observes a profound silence when requested to pay the money, as the Grand Omcers ha\e recently pressed him to do. We therefore request the G. L. to take some action on the subject.
The G. T. also holds a bond of Joseph Enos, dated 2d May, 1828, lor $1180, 96, the value of which, the Trustees are unacquainted with.
All of which is respectfully submitted.
W. WILLIS, )
JOHN D. WILLARD, Trustees. JAMES HERRING, )
New-York, June 1,5842.
$5250 . 3075 1450
$9775



The following Standing Committees were then appointed.
CRt. W. Bro. Herring, G. Sec'ry.
On Credentials. 1 " Bro. L. G. Hoffman, of No. 3 ( " Bro. B. Powers, " " 39
£ Rt. W. Bro. J. D. Willard, J. G. W.
ct i 1/ tji • c ivt
jjiu. j. xv. o tuinier, 01 r\o. ró
" Bro. R. Carrique, " " 7
" Bro. Thomas Dugan, of No. 28
" Bro. T. Fairchild, " " 48
" Bro. David Dakin, " " 34
" Bro. B. S. Adams, of No. 64
" Bro. C. S. Rowell " " l
" Bro. Daniël King, " " 58
" Bro. S. Spencer, of No. 62
" Bro. I. Philips, " " 26
" Bro. Jatnes Millar, " " 31
" Bro. R. R. Boyd, of No. 1
" Bro. F. W. Wallis, " " 86
" Bro. J. P. Pirsson, " " 57
" Bro. Ii.Feuchtwangerof No. 2
" Bro. E. S. Barnum, " " 47
" Bro. J. C. Alstadt, " " 54
„ „ CRt. W. Bro. E. Wadsworth, P.G.Sec.
ün By-Laws. J " Bro. A. Copeland, of No. 69 ( " Bro. Rich'd Pennell, " " 2
Ordered, 7 hat the Grand Secretary distribute the Documents on his Table to the appropriate Committees.
It was decided that the Election of Grand Officers shall take place at 8 o'clock, to-morrow evening.
The Grand Lodgefixed the time for the Meeting to-morrow morning, at 10 o'clock, and in the evening, at 7 o'clock.
The evening bcing now far spent, the Grand Lodge adjourned until 10 o'clock, to-morrow morning.
Un brievances. ^ On Warrants. ^
On Charity. |
On Accounts of S Delegates. 1
On Foreign Cor- S respondence. ï
On Room Bent. j



Thursday HSorning, June 2d, A. L. 5842.
The Grand Lodge convened parsuant to adjournment, at 10 o'clock, on Thursday morning, June 2d, 5842, and was called to order.
The Grand Chaplain then offered prayer to the Grand Architect of the Universe.
PRESENT.
Ut. W. J. D. Willard, J. G. W., as Grand Master, with other Grand Officers, and the Representatives of Lodges, as before.
The iVIinutes of the Grand Lodge, held last evening, were read and approved.
The Grand Secretary stated that there were several subjects suggested and recommended in the Kt. VV. D. Grand Master's Report, and also in the other Reports which were read last evening, which appeared to require the consideration of a Special Committee, as they did not come withui the particular province of either of the Standing Committees; he therefore moved that a Committee of Five be raised, to whom those subjects should be submitted, which was agreed to by the G. L., and the following Brethren appointed to compose said Committee, viz: W. E. S. Barnum, of No. 47.
Rt. VV. Salem Town, Grand Chaplain, W. L. M. Tracy, of No. 14.
Bro. Lyman Powers, of No. 13.
Rt. W. Richard Ellis. Grand Treasurer.
A Memorial from the Rt. W. Bro. Cuyler, praying to be exonerated from the payment of $22.50, sent by mail from Johnstovvn, on the 14th of August last, was read, and referred to the Committee on Grievances, with other papers on the same subject.
The Rt. W. Bro. Gilbert suggested the propriety of adding two Brethren lo the Committee on Finance, which was agreed to. by the G. L., and the W. Brothers, Perry and Hoffman,' were added to the Committee.



I he YV. Bro. Perry offered a Kesolution in relation to the
Sifv rlr'3 n t gr rece\v!n§ kandidates resident in the vicinity ot other Lodges, which was referred to the Committee on General Regulations.
tv 'riie f"I1(?Tg Htter was received from St. Jolin's Lodge, No. 1, and afterbeing read, was referred to the Committee on General Regnlations.
T° New-VoA Gra"d L°dge °f Ffee and AQCePted Masous' of' State of
That thehmem^ers thereóf have d^llberat^cTu noif thres',e-cl''u"^ 'ePresent— t0 th° Craft of causing to be delivered wUhln the Bodv ZhTf 'J Uffulness upon the different de<rraè* nf ?• . y . lhe Lodge. Lectures
Lodge, as welfas upo„ê^ecfsê the?S'orWa?'Ch,-Pr"Pfierly be|°,',g '° a Mas,er's nature, by which means the Bmthorh* ! ' ®cien !fif' or philosophic in their their duties, as Masons as well ™ hp enl'ghtened and instructed in
science, in k manner bó.h corontentSnH^8 aCfiUal"Ated,w/th ">e elements 0r solved to address your Rt. Worshinfnl lindv Lodge have re-
into serious eonsideration md -hnni/i • *• , 'Clt you to talte the subject to all Lodges under your' furlltiin7.? r° decido' t0 bommend
given witbin the Body ofeacli Lod"p' hvCa"Se n .Lectures t0 be frequently qualified, and to be sefected g ÏAX?fo,f«Sf
been appninted by St. John's Lod»e Nn t [ n undersigned have
Rt. Worshipful Body, the foregoinf Memória'l C°mmUt0e t0 Pres«nt t0 y°ur iNuw-York, May 26, 5842.
C. S. ROWELL, A. H. ROBERTSON, , T .. , T. S. McCARTY.
t j at , W^S aso recei^ed from L'Union Franonkp ted bv thl°r ?'s C?'ltentL °^which ha^ng been briefly stathe whi tn'h? ary, leuG- L- directRd a translation of
I odleThi w 'aR6' th? Same t0 be read in the Grand Ijodge. J he W. bro. t euchtwanger took the Document
and promised the translation should be ready by to-morrow'
..ÏÏXtt" aclj"'™d ""tilihi» ■««£;
-huradf.y Afternooa, Tune 2:1. A. L. B842.
n, llr . , „ PRESENT.
Sf" Y" John D; Williard, as G. M., &c. &c. &c l he Minutes of the Session of the G T hPiri ti •
mg were read and approved L' hdd thlS morn"
ere being no business before the CÏ 1 u „,k i untd 7 o'clock, this evening. L' ll adJ0U1™d



Thursday Evening-, Junc 2d, A. h. 5842.
Tlie Grand Lodge convened pursuant to adjournment, on Thursday evening, June 2d, 5842, at 7 o'clock, and was called to order.
PRESENT.
Rt. W. W. Willis, D. G. M. as Grand Master, and other Grand Officers and members as before, togetlier with the Representatives of the Grand Lodges of Hamburg, I reland, Georgia, and the District of Columbia, and the Rt. W. Bro. E. G. Storer, G. Secretary of the'G. L. of Connecticut, who was introduced to the Grand Lodge by the Grand Secretary, and cordially welcomed to the East, by the Rt. W. D. G. M.
The 'Minutesof the Afternoon Session of the G. L. were read and approved.
The Committee on Foreign Correspondence presented their Annual Report, which was read until the hour arrived, which had been fixed upon for the Election of Grand Officers for the ensuing year, at which time the further reading was postponed.
The following Report was presented, accepted, and approved.
The Committee on Credentials have examined the Documents put into their hands, and find the following Lodges have paid dues, and made regular Returns, and are entitled to vote at this Annual Communication, and are reptesented as fol'ows :—
No. 1. St. John's, by their Officers and Past Mastera,
2. Ind. Royal Arch, by " "
3. Mt. Vernon, by \V. Richard Parr, Master,
7. Hudson, by W. Richard Carrique, Master,
9. Rt. W. Elisha Gilbert, Master,
12. Trinity, by their Officers and Past Masters,
13. Apolio, by Lyman Powers, S. W.
14. Temple, by W. L. M. Tracy, Master,
15 Western Star. by E. S. Barnum, (proxy )
17. L'Union Frangaise, by their Officers and Past Masters,
10. Fortilude, " " "
20. Abrams, " " "
21. Washington, " " "
23. Adelphi, " " "
26. Albion, " " "
27. Mount Moriah, " "
28. iienevolent, " "
30. Farmer's, by W. James Groome, (prnxy) and P. M.
3L Mechanic, by their Officers and Past Masters,



32. Warren, by W. David Dakin, S. W.
33. Ark, by Kt. W. Richard Ellis, (proxy,)
38. Colurabia, by W. John L. Barnes, Master,
39. Olive Brancli, by W. Blanchard Powers, Master,
40. Olive Branch, by W.Timothy J. Campbell, Master.
41. Sylvan, by Bro. Wade. This Brotber was elecled to fill the Chair in
the coiirse of the year, 1811, while S. VV. The Election was unconstitutional, and the Bro. is not entitled to vote, nevertheless, we recommend that the Bro. be allowed his seat in the G.L. but not to vote.
47. Utica, by W. E. S. Barnum, Master,
48. Ark, VV. Talmadge Fairchild, Master,
19. Watertown. The Uepresentative of this Lodge not having been Master of any Master Majons' Lodge, is not entitled to vote; but in eourtesy, the Committee recommend that the Brother be allowed his seat in the Grand Lodge, but not to vote.
ei' ^elify, by W. Lyman Strobridge, (proxy) and Past Master, 54. Gerraan Union, by their Officers and Past Masters,
06. Hohenlinden, " " 11
58. Phosnix, by W. Daniël King, Master, and the S. W.
6w. Manhattan,by their Officers and Past Masters,
64. La Fayette, 11 " «
67. Mariner's, u « u
68. Montgomery, u (t «
69. Naval, " ct
72. St. Simon and St. Jude, by Rt. W. James Herring, (proxv.) 7$. Lockport, by VV. J. K. Skinner, Master,
75. Evening Star, by W. J. S. Perry, Master,
78. Mixville, by W. Blanchard Powers, (proxy,)
80. Montgomery, by W. Medad Cande, Master,
8o. Washington, by VV. George S. Gibbons, Master, and the S. W' ob. Pythagoras, by their Officers and Past Master,
87. Schodac Union, by W. John S. Perry, (proxy.)
All of which is respectfully submitted.
JAMES HERRING, BLANCHARD POWERS. L. G. HOFFMAN.
It was Resolved unanimously, That when there is but one Candidate for ofnee, the vote shall be taken by show of hands.
The M. W. Morgan Lewis, of Staatsburg, Duchess county, was then nominated, and unanimously re-elected Grand Master.
The Rt. W. Williain Willis was then nominated for the office of D. G. M. Plie Rt. W. Bro. Willis respectfullv cleclined a re-election.
The Rt. W. Mordecai Myers, P. D. G. M., was then nominated.
rr 1'1G W. Brothers Pennell and Boyd, were appointed 1 elleis. One hundred and eighty-nine Ballots were received, and on their being examined, the Tellers announced sixty-one for Rt. W. Bro. Myers; one hundred and twen-



ty-fourforRt. W. William Willis, and four scattering votes.
The Rt. \V. William Willis was therefore declared to be duly elected D. G. M. and accepted the office.
The Rt. W. Grand Treasurer informed the G. L.thathe had received a Letter from the Rt. W. Bro. Cuyler, S. G. Warden, thanking the G. L. lor their past favors, and declining an election to any office.
The Rt. W. Bro. Ebenezer Wadsworth, then nominated the Ht. W. John D. Willard, of Troy, for the office of S. G. Warden, who was, by an unanimous vote, elected to that office.
The W. Richard Carrique, ot Hudson.Lodge, No. 7, and the W. Lewis G. Hoffman, of Monnt Vernon Lodge, No. 3, were put in nomination for the office of J. G. W.— The Ballots were received, and the Tellers announced that the W. Bro. «Hoffman had received forty-two votes; the W. Bro. Carrique, one hundred and nineteen votes—three blanks. The W. Bro. Carrique was therefore declared to be duly elected J. G. Warden.
The Rt. W. James Herring was unanimously re-elected Grand Secretary.
The Rt. W. Richard Ellis was unanimously re-elected Grand Treasurer.
The Rt. W. and Rev. Salem Town, of Aurora, Cayuga county, and the Rt. W. and Rev. E. M. Johnson, of Brooklyn, were re-elected Grand Chaplains.
The W. Bro. William Boardman was re-elected Grand Pursuivant.
And Bro. James Thorburn was re-elected Grand Tiler.
The time of service of the Third Class of G. S. of Charity having expired, the follovving Brethren were nominated to fill the vacancies.
W. Brothers, Phyfe, of No. 21; Feuchtwanger of No. 2; Swaine, of No. 68 ; Roberts, of No. 20; Nexsen, of No. 1; Robertson, ofNo. 1; Adams, of No. 64; Frick, of No. 19; Copeland, of No. 69; Phillips, of No. 26; Jarvis, of No. 27; Braker, of No. 54.
A Ballot was taken, and the Tellers announced that one hundred and thirteen votes had been cast—fifty-seven necessary for a choice. Bro. Phyfe had seventy-five; Bro. Robertson, sixty-seven; Bro. Jarvis, sixty-two. These having a majority of votes were declared duly elected.



The W. Bro. A. H. Robertson, tendered the resignation of W. George Davis, as one of the Grand Stewards of Charity, which was accepted. Whereupon, the W. Bro. Robert Roberts, P. Al., of Abrams' Lodge, No. 20, was ncrminated and elected a Grand Steward of Charity, to fill the vacancy.
The W. Bro. Pirsson then continued and finished the reading of the Report of the Committee on Foreign Correspondence, which was accepted, and is as follows
The Committee on Foreign Correspondence, appointed at the last Annual Communication of the Rl. W. Grand Lodge of' the State of Nevv-York, beg leave respectfully to Report '1 hat they have had before them voluminous and niimerous docuinents, received from the varions kingdo'ms, states, and territories, in correspondence with tliis Grand Lodge, from the perusal of which, your Committee take this opportunity of expressing the gratification and instriiction they have derived, as they conclusively shew that our banner is unfurled to the breeze; that the aspersions of a calumniating world fall harmiess at our feet, and that Rumor, with her thousand tongues, 'has been silenced by the all-powerful force of Truth.' To those, who by their counsel and example, have sustained us in the dark hour of our most trying necd, we throw out the right hand of Fellowship, and invoke the blessing of the Supreme Architect of the Universe.
VV'e have passed, in review, over Communications from Virginia, Mississippi, Alabama, North-Carolina, Ohio, Maryland Massachusetts, JNTew-Hampshire, South-Carolina, Florida, Connecticut, Georgia, Kentuckv, Missouri, lennessee, Indiana, New-Jersey, Texas, Hamburg, Ireland, Switzerland, and r rankfort on the Maine, both printed and in manuscript, embracing a mass of Masonic Information, which would make a volume of large dimensions, in closely printed pages. Your Committee, therefore, can give them but an im« perfect sketch, referring to the originals for the great and important interests they embrace; all giving evidence of the onward march of the Order, and that with few exceptions, peace reigns within our borders; and that with prudence guided by the experience of the past, we may keep the bright Star of Masonry in the ascendant, shedding its lustre on both hemispheres, and only to set at the final consummation of all things.
In Ohio, the Grand Master, in his Annual Address, pays us a compliment, which we will give in his own language. Speaking of this Grand Lodge, he says ihis Body, as is known to you all, lately had to contend with a domestic and pamful occurrence. A schismatic and rebellious body of Masons banded together lor treasonable purposes, attempted to subvert its authority! and estabhsh a separate and independent Masonic government, within the territory ol lts jurisdiction. The calm, but firm and energetic course that ^ was pursued in this crisis of its history, lias won for it golden opinions in « eWeË,rJ .tat6 mUnion- since the occurrence, and effectual snppression (i of this treasonable movement, the Grand Lodge of New-York lias progressed l( "'lth a, raP'^ strl(Je to the consummation of its present elevated position. it u has adupied, and put into operation, a system of enlarged practical measures, ,< |vhlch will not only tend tothe building up of its own governmental prosperity, « i j !, bl"d '.°Sf her in the bouds of a closer and more Fraternal Union al! „ ;"°dred a,nd sm'1!a1r associations. I here particularly allude to the Kepresen^ tatire system wh'ch that Grand Lodge has, within a few years past, estab^ hshed; and from the ïntimnte intercourse thus secured with Grand Lod^es on the Continent of Enrope, and in the United Slates, is now deriving the most beneficia! and happy results.



•' One object eminently obtained by Ibis friendly cnmmunion, is an enlarged " correspondence, which secures the most speedy'and correct Masonic intelli11 ge nee."
.The above flattering notice and commendation coming from the Grand Lodge of the great State of Ohio, which has risen like magie from a thing of yesterday, to be second to none in the Union, should stimulate us to continued and increased vigilance, and push us on to the attainment of the utmost perfection in organization, in principle, and in practice, as a government—as an institution—and as individuals, that this mutable state of being is capable of reaching. We should at all times be able to stand the lest of scrutiny, and to court it from individuals, and from governments, both political and Masonic, wherever dispersed throughout the world. From the estimation in which our course is held, those who were lukevvarm in approving it, will see that this Grand Lodge was right ; and that in Masonic, as in civil government, rebellion must not be tampered with, but must be crushed in its bud. And now let us commend and congratulate our beloved Brethren of Ohio, for having grappled with, and subdued a more formidable enemy than even that of rebellion—INTEMPERANCE !
1 he attention of the G. L. of this State was directed to this enormous evil many years ago. In JTune, Ï816, the following Resolution was adopted, and which is still one of the Regulations of this Grand Lodge.
" The use of distilled spirits in Lodge Rooms, at the Meetings of the Lodges, is of evil example, and may be productive of pernicious effects, and the same is therefore expressly forbidden, under any pretence whatever."
To the Fratemity in Ohio, we are indebted for the first bold stand in a Subordinate Lodge infavorof total abstinence from intoxicating drinks; and while it appears to be universally approved, they condemn any innovation upon the ancient landmarks; referring the cause to the great and all-powerful test of the sublime principles of our Order, w;hich disqualify the inebriate from a participation in our rites, and by enforcing which, intemperance must soon skulk from our borders, and be a name known only to be abhorred by every member of the Fraternity.
Let none be initiated who have the least bias towards intemperance, and let the initiated, who are its victims, l>e admonished, and we shall soon be clear of this blot upon our escutcheon. rl here can be no question but that nearly every expulsion for unmasonic conduct has had its origin in intemperance. Let us then reason together, according to the Apostolic as well as Masonic injunction, upon the utter uselessness, as well as the vice, of using intoxicating drinks, and of their deleterious, instead of beneficial influences, and the reasonable Mason will soon discover that they are the source of every woe, and the feil de stroyer of the better feelings and all the nobler qualities of our nat ure. This all-important and all-engrossing subject has led us to digress, believing it to be more intimately connccted with our permanent prosperity and happiness, than any other, which, either as a comrnunity, or as individuals, we could touch up» on, and as a fit subject for serious reflection.
Your Committee are pleased also to Report—That the Institution appears to be very flourishing in Missouri. They have it in contemplation to erect a Masonic Hall, at St. Louis, at an expense of not less than $60,000, nor exceeding $120,000, and to purchase one hundred acres of land, for the erection of Seminaries of learning, for the children of Masons. This beneficent charity coming from the far west, and from an infant State, will overshadow our boasted empire State, in the very empire city of which, we have scarcely where 11 to lay our heads," not having even sufficiënt accommodations for the periodical meetings of this Grand Body. What language then cari pourtray our admiration of this distant and patriotic Body, who, mindful of their solemn engageaients, as " Brethren oi the Mystic Tie," advancc with gigantic strides over



the heads of tlieir sifes, and found a seat of learning for the present and future generations of Masons, and the future mothers of Masons, and tlius carry out the true pi inciples of our Order.
From Tennessee we learn tliat they recognize the doctrine that ia lield by this Grand Lodge, viz:—That of holding a Brother, not a member of any Lodge, amenable to the Order for unmasonic condnct, as a means of preserving the purity of the Order, as vvell as reputation in society which ever should characterize every member of the Fraternity.
The Grand Lodge of Tennessee also Reports fully on By-Lnws, and points out such alterations and amendments as they think for the good of the body j and we find, generally, that the Grand Lodges, in correspondence with this G, Lodge, approve of the plan suggested, of opening a Master Masons' Lodge for all purposes, but for labor and ïnstruction in the other two degrees; and also, that no Brother, beneath the degree of a Al aster Mason, can be considered the member of a Lodge, and entitled to vote.
The question is asked by one Grand Lodge,—" What qualifies a Brother to visit a Lodge?"—We are well aware that there is agreat diversity of opinion on this subject, and we think it is time the question was definitely settled. Wc therefore submit to the Grand Lodge, whether it would not be well to act on it at onee, and settle the question, so far as we can, at our present Session. The question is—Whether a Brother, in good standing, can ilcmand admission into a Lodge, other than Jhat to which he belongs; and if a stranger, whether it is discretionary with the presiding officer to have him examined, or not?
Since the last Annual Report of your Committee, an attempt has been made to form a new Grand Lodge, or to revive an old one, in the State of Michigan. At the General Convention which met at Washington, in March last, this subject was fully discussed, and the result is imbodied in the Report of our Delegate, (the Rt. W. Grand Secretary,) we therefore deem it unnecessary to do more than simply to express our opinion, that it is illegally constituted, and to recotnmend that no intercourse be had with that Body, under its present organization, as we cannot recognize it as a legally constituted Grand Lodge.
Your Committee would respectfully recommend that some, definiteaction be taken wilh regard to "French and Scottish Rites," as iuformation 011 this subject is called for from various quarters.
Your Committee are highly gratified in reporting, that the Representatie System is becoming better understood than at its first institution in this country ; and that it is strongly recommended by many of the Grand Lodges. As its benefits are obvious, and of great moment, it only requires a little reflection to see its vast importanee; and we hope, and confidently believe, that, ere long, it will be generally adopted.
And we would also respectfully recommend that the extension of the system be urged by this Grand Lodge, until its completion, as we perceive with regret, that some Grand Lodges in this country look upon it with disfavor, merely because they have not taken the trouble to reflect upon its ultimate advantan-es.
We are very sanguine, however, in the belief, that no Masonic community can long be blind to the numerous benefits resulting from this beautiful system; and that every Grand Lodge will, ere long, interchange representatives with us, and with each other. By this means, a mass of JMasonic iuformation will be obtained, embracing in its voluminous details, a fund ol literature, science, and research, of vastly more importanee to our Order than any other' institution could furnish, in addition to the guards and checks that it will place at the avenues of our Masonic Temple. It will keep us informed of every thing that transpires in the Masonic world. It will correct abuses; protect against innovations, and preserve pure and unsullied, the most ancient and the inost sublime of all l(uman Institutions.



In connexion wilh this subject, it becomes our painful duty to announce tho decease of our VV. Brother, Abraham Howard Quincy, our Representative at ,ran" Lodge of "'0 District of Columbia. His place will be filled bv the appointment ot VV. Brother, Jonathan Y. Young, of Georgetown.
The Grand Lodge of Georgia speaks in high terms of commendation of the Kepresentative System, and expresses ilself very feelingly in relation to "the flattering marnier" m which their Kepresentative, near this Grand Lodge, was
iLCc]V6Cla
Several Communications have been received by tho Representative of that l^rand Lodge, in one of which, dated 011 the Slstof January, last, from the Rt. VV. Grand Secretary, Bro. Lucien La Taste, the question is asked, " What course of conduct should we pursue in the examination of applicants for Uliurity; and how can we arrest the progress of those men who make it a business to travel from Lodge to Lndge, and succeed in travelling through several States, before they are detected." °
In the same Communication, Bro. La Taste says:—'It is a source of much gratulation to me to be enabled to inform you, that Masonry, is at this time in a hignly flourishing condition; never more so, I tliink. Old Lodges are being revived, and new ones springing up where none had been.
The Grand Lodge of Florida, during the Annual Communication, at Talla°n r * Jjanuary» 1842, held a public procession, and installation of the Umeers ol a Lodge, and Chapter, and these ceremonies vvere foliovved by an able and impressive eulogium, pronounced by the Rev. Joshua Knowles, G. Ohaplain, on the characters, virtuesand memories of Gen. Isham Green Searcy Past Grand Master, and recent Grand Secretary, and Daniël M. Sheffield, late Grand Lecturer of the Grand Lodge of Florida.
This Grand Lodge, after solemn deliberation, expelled from all the rights and privileges of Masonry, the Re\. John Clancy Jones. Past Grand ChanJain, of that Grand Lodge. r
From the Grand Lodge of New-Jersey, the intelligence is on the whole cheering We have before us, a communication from our Representative' the Worshipful Bro. Kerwood, of so recent a date as the 28th of the last month in replyto one from our Grand Secretary, dated on the 23d of the same month! Ihis, and all the other various cominunications, and documents being on file, are referred to, and can be read as a part of this Report, at the pleasure of the Grand Lodge.
It has come satisfactorily to the knowledge of the Committee, that Lodges, under the jurisdiction of this Grand Lodge, have been in the habit. while in session, and during the time of labour, of receiving as visiters, the members of St. John's Lodge, No. 2, at Newark, N. J. which said St. John's Lodge, .No. 2, has, contrary to the established usages and landmarks of the Order oi' Ancient Freeniasonry, invited to their Lodge, and have received while in session, expelled and clandestine Masonsofthe city of New-York; the Committee have therefore to recoinmend the adoption of the following Resolution:—
Resolved, That the Grand Lodge interdict and forbid all Lodges under this jurisdiction from receiving into their Lodges, or having any Masonic communication with St. John s Lodge, No. 2, of JN'ewark, N. J. or any of its members, or with any other Body of Masons, or individuals, who associate as Masons' with a body of individuals, styling thetnselves, " St. John's Grand Lodge of the' State of New-York."
From the examples set us by Ohio, Mississippi, and Kentucky, your Committee deern it their duty to bring before this Body, the subject of a Masonic Hall.



In June, 1839, a Committee was appointed by this Grand Lodge, to whom this subject was referred. A subscription was opened, and about the sum of $500 subscribed; but it was deemed prudent at the time to suspend further efiorts, as the sudden revolution of affairs, from unexatnpled prosperity to almost universal bankruptcy, at tiiat time paralyzed every enterprize, and the subject has remained in statu <ju.o ever since, and the money was not coliected
Although we cannot speak very favorably of the times, at present, we are slowly recovering irom the shock whicli the commercial world sustained in that dark period ; and the time appears to be propitious, at least, for thecomme.ncc.me.nt of operations, by adopting a plan for the creation of a fund which could not fail; and which would beuome permanent. We would, therefore respectlully suggest. that a new Committee be appointed who shall collect the amount already subscribed, and obtain as many more subscribers as they can and that the amount of funds raised. be vested in State, City or Government stock, and form a nucleus around which our successors, (if we. man nol ) mav rally and ra.se a superstructure in which they may not be ashamed to meet, and while the melancholy monument of the folly of some, (whose zeal for the order led them to act without due consideration,) stands in Broadway it should only stimulate us to greater exertions, to regain what we have lost.
From all we can learn, peace now reigns within our borders, and with the experience of the past, and prudence to guide us, we may hope the dark day °l Zr tn?'VS ?ver'anJ that 'he day davvn of light and knowledge is now shedding its benign influence over us, and that the masonic barnier will float triumphant, and our order, •' like the ark of yore," will proudly breast the Kuln" ocean discord, created by those whose only motto is Kule or
,„^e h.avf.sP°k«n in te™s ot' '"gh commendation of our representative sVstem, and it is with regret that we are compelled to cast a shade over it, through the unworthiness or listlesness of some of its members. In 1838, the Grand Lodge of the District of Colunibia, nominated W. Bro. Quincy as our representaüve^nil in return confirmed the nomiuation of Worshipfiil Bro Burnet as the.r representative. But the Grand Secretary of that Grand Lod»e Brother Laurenson, although havmg been repeatedly applied to versonaUv and by letter, whioh applications he has answered, (his letters are on file) promisïng from time to tune to forward Worshipful Bro. Burnet's commission has
shJn reffir t fl T? n0t'Ce th'S (and an0ther delinquency which' we
shal refer to presently) this report; butit is proper that it should be known as such conduct is calculated to mar our fraternal mtercourse, and should bé viewed as an indignity offered to this grand body.
°Ur Co™mitteeJiave, looked forward with anxious solicitude to the time 7nH°peVt7y kn°wn, Grand L°dg8 wo"ld have a representative in this Grand Jfl M, We sh°uld «ceive an annual report of the affairs of
each Masonic Government, and every thinsr within tho rincrp nf ii1noo ;lY,
tant and interesting departments ; but ifthe credentials are withheld from the" representative, or having his credentials, if the body he is appointed tó renresent treats him, or rathcr his Grand Lodge, with utter contempt by fuilin^ to recognize him or notice him in any way, then the syatem becomes'a mere fafce and the sooner « is abolished the better. These stricmrH are occTsioned by
City of Dublin in°Tr |S^'1S rSrduCt,°f the WorshiPflil J»h" Norman, of the tativeb^thè r'rani uJ Thüt mdtvidual was nominated as our representativo Dy the Grand Lodge of Ire.and, in 1838, and confirmed bv this Grand
rrfSH'rW,?0 tSame 'lme recoramended Worshipful Brother Boyd of this Grand Lodge, as the representative of the Grand Lodge of Ireland who sóon after tran&mitted the regalia of this Grand Lodge to Worshipful Brother Kor
cTnt y^^d0^^' hlTïl ^ JT S°°a
country and stated that he had delivered them. Now the remarkahle nnrl rageoua conduct complained of by your Committee, is this: That leorthj Bro.



Norman, wïio the Grand Lodge of the Stato of New-York Imd honored by making him its representative, and who was complimented with the regalia of the body so honoring him, and who has received letter after letter from Worshipful Bro. Boyd, besides valuable printed Documents, has never written one word in reply, or taken the least notice either of him or of the Grand Lodge, or transmitted, as in dnty bound, the regalia of the Grand Lodge of Ireland, in return for the one received by him. Failing in all attempts at recognition through this Broiher Norman, the Worshipful Brother Boyd, then addressed the Rt. Worshipful Grand Secretary of Ireland, Bro. J. Fowler, but with as little success, as no answer has been received from him in reply.
In the month of February last, a letter, which is on file, was received from Brother Wright, who is the representative of the Grand Lodge of Virginia, at ihe Grand Lodge of Ireland, in reply to one from our Rt. Worshipful Grand Secretary, Bro. Herring, which states, that he had called on Bro. Norman, who stated that he had never opened a single letter or communication of Brother Boyd's, and that they were all in his office just ashe had received them. Such conduct requires no comment from your Committee. Brother Boyd has since tendered his resignation to the Grand Lodge of Ireland, as their representative in this Grand Lodge.
Your Committee would respectfully recommend, that all foreign Grand Lodges be requested to furnish this Grand Lodge with complete lists of their Grand Officers, annuaily, together with a list of subordinate lodges, as the numerous strangers presenting themselves at our doors and claiming admission renders this measure almost indispensible for our own protection.
We have had clandestine lodges around us, and should have been guilty of a dereliction of duty to our foreign brethren not to have guarded them every where by transmitting the earliest and most authentic information in our power of these unworthy persons. And can it be, that there are no clandestine lodges in Europe ? Are there no expelled or excluded masons thrown upon our shores ? Should we not be informed by those in whose hands are placed the safe keeping of the craft, that the institution may remain unsullied, and that we may be spared the contamination of these unworthy refugees ? We have asked as a favor that which we could demand as a right, yiz. to be informed on this subject.
Many strangers have presented themselves at our Lodges, within a few years past with credentials from European Lodges, who after having received kindness and 'assistance at our hands, have turned out to be very unworthy persons, and in looking back at the list of such individuals, some of whom liave rendered themselves conspicuous by pretentions to rank and high connections in Europe, who were consummate villains and impostors. We find, although their credentials may have been derived from legitimate lodges, these lodges are held under the jurisdiction of Grand Lodges not in correspondence with us. And we are led to ask, why is this ? Are not all Grand Lodges equally bound to make known their transactions, and all other informatiou to each other, if they expect their members to be received abroad?
No communication from a foreign Grand Lodge has ever remained unanswered by this Grand Lodge, by the very earliest opportunity; and we sincereIy hope that measures will be taken to insure from every Grand Lodge in both hemispheres a reciprocity of communication on these all important matters.
In this desultory report, we omitted to mention in the proper connection, when speaking of a Masonic Hall, and in reference to delinquent Masons, that the Grand Lodge of Ohio has levied a tax of one dollar per annum upon every Mason in that state, who is not a member of any lodge, for the especial purpose of raising a fund for the completion of the Masonic Hall, recently fouuded at Lancaster. To vvhat extent that efFort may be rendered available cannot be yet known, but it is very certain that in this state it is a grievance which requires some remedy, that many thousands of Masons are entitled to., and frequentlj



avail themselves of masonic privileges, wlio never do, (and we are almost ashamed to acknowledge it,) many of whom probably metier dicl, contribute one penny towards the support of the institution or its charities. The old Masonic Constitutions and our own also, declare that "every Mason ought to belong to some Lodge." This duty every resident Mason in the State ought to be required to fulfil, or to forfeit the privilege of visiting lodges and partaking of their enjoyraents and benefits. We therefore respectfully recommend the consideration of this subject by the Grand Lodge.
A nuinber of interesting documents have been received from Frankfort, on Main, from ©ju ÖEfcossru Jtlutter SLoae tics cfcleMfsdjcit tfcefmiucechunÜCS, the first of which is a copy of their transactions on the 5th of February,584], occupied chiefly with correspondence received from Grand Lodges of both heinispheres, amongst which we find a letter from the Rt. Worshipful, the Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of this State, and copioiis extracts of the documents transmitted by him from this body and from the Grand Lodge of the Republic of Texas. Communications were also received from the Grand Lodge of Hamburgh, and 30CC (Srossetl SlarOltS Slofle Scr ff. J0. bon SScutsctjlatiTJ, in Berlin.
Also Transactions of an emergent meeting on the 19th of February, 5841, containing full accounts of the atFairs of several of their subordinate Lodo-es, and correspondence with the National Grand Lodge of Switzerland, at Bern.
Also, transactions of the 30th April, 1841. This communication contains a very extensive correspondence. Among other communications we notice some from the Grand Lodge of Prussia, named the " Royal Vork of Friendship" at Berlin. The Grand Lodge of Hamburgh, and the Grand Lodge of the Kingdom of Hanover.
At the meeting on the 14th of.JVfay, 5841, the M. W. Grand Master stated that a representative for the Grand Lodge of the State of New-York was to be chosen, whereupon the Rt. W. Dr. Leykam, Master of tho Just and Perfect Lodge Charles of the Rising Light, was unanimously chosen. The fraternity saluted the newly elected brother, who returned thanks in Masonic style.
On the 30th of July, 5841, the Grand Lodge received the protoeols of several communications of the Grand Lodge of Saxony, and from the abstracts transmitted to us, we are gratified to find that the reDresentative System is progressing rapidly in the Grand Lodges of Europe.
Interesting reports were also received from the " Grand Lodge of the Kingdom of Hanover," and " the Grand National Mother Lodge of the Three Globes," at Berlin.
From the abstract given of the transactions of the latter, we learn, that a subject which nas deeply interested our Grand Lodge in the course of the present year, and which is now in the hands of the Grand Officers, has also attracted the attention of » the Grand Lodge of the Netherlands," and we therefore give at length the following extract:
(" Minutes of September 3, 5841.")
. r'''1'' Grand Lodge of the Netherlands, at the Hague, has sent a communication to the three Prussian Grand Lodges, requesting them to admit to our Lodges their Brethren of the Jewish faith. The Grand Master's Council has requested the Most Worshipful Protector to arrange this affair with the Grand Master oi the Grand Lodge of the Netherlands, the Prince Frederick. The answer of the Most Excellent Protector, dated Ems, 20th July, 1841, and read by the National Grand Master, was found quite in accordance with our Constitntion, wherefore it was resolvedj.0 answer the Grand Lodge of Netherlands, as lo ows i a 1



Most Worshipful Brethren—
We received, in your name, a brotherly address from your Grand Secretary, Brother Vredenburch, and we find that-you, worthy brethren, are under the impression that we will not recognize in onr lodges certificates given by Netherlandish Lodges. It is with great pleasure that we assure you that this is not the case, and that on the contrary, brethren who prove themselves the rightfnl owners of certificates from your Daughter Lodges, will always be recognized in onr Lodges as Free Masons.
Those Brethren also receive brotherly admission to our works, when they possess those qualifications which the nature of the work which they wish to assist at demands. So, for example, has a brother to be a memher, if he wishes to assist at a meeting in which only the government of the lodge is the object; EO must he also be of the same masonic grade in which the work goes on ; and he must be of the Christian faith (without distinction of creed) if he wants to assist in any work.
A Brother being of the Mosaic or Mahomedan faith is therefore as little admissible to our works as a Brother Apprentice would be to the work of the sefcond or third grade.
But notwithstanding this, we are always ready to exercise to\Vards these brethren those fraternal duties to which we are bound as Masons.
You, Most Worshipful Brethren, give us in your message the brotherly assurance, that you recognize the legality of our statute to receive only Christians in the order, and so do we give you herewith, with as much pleasure, the assurance that we also respect your views, and do not dispute your right to receive. according to your rules and rites, men of other confessions.
You will, therefore, worthy brethren, by ttys explanation be the more convinced, that it is no violation at all of the due recognition of the certificates given by your Lodges if we refuse admission to such single bearers to meetings to which they are not entitled by our laws.
It would certainly contribute greally to the propagation of the spirit of love and harmony between all Free Masons if you, Worshipful Brethren-, who are animated like us with the true Masonic spirit, would give the assurance to the jnembers of your Lodges, that in this case no fanatical or malicious motives moves us, and to give at the.samc time the advice toall brethren not of Christian denomination, to spare themselves and the proper officers the embarrassment which always will accrue if they demand admission to Lodge work which they have to refuse by existing laws.
But we may repeat to you the assurance, in the name of our Daughter Lodges, that this will prevent none of them from extending to these brethren also, all friendship, love, and brotherly assistance.
Receive, &c. &c.
(Signed by) THE DIRECTORIUM."
u Berlin, 27th January, 1841."
" The Grand Lodge of New-York has also proposed a mutual representation to our Worshipful Sister in Berlin. Brother Pluns, in Hamburg, will for the present take charge of the correspondence with the American Lodges.
The message of the Grand Lodge of the Re public of Texas will be answered in a similar manner."
Of the documents received from the Grand Lodge of Frankfort on Main, yre insert the following extracts in this report, being official despatches, nomi nating and confirming mutual representatives between the two Masonic go yernpients.



" R. W. Grand Secretary,
" In reply to yonr esteemed favor of July 4th, 5840,1 have been directed by
33a- «trossen J«utter JLoae tics eblekltscDen: ifrcfmaurct^buirtics, to state that the said Grand Lodge being very willing to accept your fraternal proposals of forming a close connection and to adopt a reciprocal representation, they huve therefore, on the 14th of May last, appointed as your Representative Kr. Worshipful Brother Matlhew Leykam, Dr. assessor of the Police Court, and Masterof the Lodge ffiarl juni attfflcjjeixticn 3Licilt. (Charles of the Risin« Light ) a
" With the reqnest to select among yonr members a German Brother whom yoti will recommend to us as our Representative, so that we may send him onr powers of Attorney, we enclose herewith onr last proceedings, and the statement of members of our Mother Lodge, and the subordinate Lodges, as well of this city as abroad, with the names of the presiding M asters. °
" With the assurance of high esteem, I remain, &c.
The Grand Secretary of the
[ L. S. ] Ecletic Freemason's Union,
H. F. ROSALINO, Grand Secretary."
" Oriënt of Frankfort on the )
Maïs, July 15th, 5841." )
"To the Rt. W. Grand Secretary of the
Rt. W. Grand Lodge of the State of New-York,
Brother Herring—New-York."
" Worshipful Brother,
" As you will perceive by the enclosed proceedings of the Grand Lod»e of the Eelectic Freemason's Union, dated the 14th May last, and by the accompanying letter of the Grand Secretary, I have been appointed and installed in the said Grand Lodge as the Representative of the Right Worshipful Grand Lodge of the State of Piew-York.
" It affords me much gratification to be the instrument through which both Grand Lodges will form a close alliance with each other, and I fervently hope that a source of mutual blessing and profit will be the result, and that the interest of the fraternity in general will thereby be promoted.
" Desirous to perform the duties devolved'upon me by this honorable office in such a manner that the Right Worshipful Grand Lodge of New York may derive that benefit they expect and have a right to expect, I shall always be ready to execute the orders and instructions which may be given me, to the full extent of their wishes, and also to give a fraternal reception to all the brethren who may visit us here. Of this you will please to inform your Grand Lodge.
" Requesting you to furnish me with the regalia of your Rt. W. Grand Lodge, it will be my care to procure those of ours to be sent to the brother whom your Grand Lodge may recommend as the Representative of our Grand Lodge.
" Please to inform me if you know of any good conveyance by which I could forward the packages to your Grand Lodge, and also if you wish me to send them every quarter, or only once a year.
" I remain, with the assurance of brotherly love and esteem,
" Your faithful Brother, " DR. LEYKAM."
" Frankfort on the Main, ?
December the 2Sd, 1841. 5



" P. S. You will much oblige me by forvvarding the enclosed package to the Rt. W. Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge óf Texas, at Houston."
Ilaving touclied upon all the great leading points of interest to this Grand Lodge, both to onr foreign and douiestic relations, your Committee tender their eongratulations at the cheering and animating pictures thev present of the flourishing state of our order ; and in conclusion would invokê the Divine blessing on our august and venerable institution.
AU of which is most respectfully submitted.
R R. BOYD, ) Committee on Foreign
JÖSEPH P. PIRSSON, 5 Correspondence.
New-York, June 2d, 5852.
It was Ordered, that the Grand Lodge meet at 10 o'clock to-morrow morning, and that the Lectures on the Three Degrees be delivered at half-past 10 o'clock.
The Rt. W. Brother, E. G. Storer, Grand Secretary of the Rt. W. Grand Lodge, of Connecticut, informed the Grand -Lodge that he was charged with a mission from his Grand Lodge; the object of which, was to effect an arrangement for theexchange of Representatives, between the two Grand Bodies. The Grand Lodge of Connecticut, having, at their recent Annual Communication, agreed to the adoption of the Representative System. He requested that the Grand Lodge would select a Past Master as the Representative of the Grand Lodge of Connecticut, he being autliorized to confirm the nomination, and he recommended to the Grand Lodge of the State of New-York, the appointment of the Rt. W. Wm. H. Jones, of New Haven, as their Representative at the Grand Lodge of Connecticut; Whereupon, on inotion of the Grand Secretary, it was 7
Resolved, That our Worthy Brother, Past Master James H. Rogers, M.D. of St. John's Lodge, No. 1, be nominated as the Representative of the Grand Lodge of Connecticut in this Grand Lodge, and that the M. W. G. Master be requested to issue his commission to the Rt. W. Bro. Wm. H. Jones, of New Haven, as the Representative of this Grand Lodge, near the G. Lodge of Connecticut.
The reception of the Representative of the Grand Lodge of Connecticutthen took place as follows:—
The W. Bro. Rogers being clothed in the proper costume of his constitu ents, (collar and sash of purple velvet and gold, and plain white lamb-skin apron and gloves,) was conducted by the Grand Secretaries of the two States from the West to the East, the Grand Lodge standing during the ceremony. The Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of New-York, then presented the W. Bro. Rogers to the Grand Master, as the duly appointed Representative of the Grand Lodge of the State of Connecticut. The Grand Master welcomed the W. Brother as follows:—
" W. Brother Rogers,
In the name and behalf of the Grand Lodge, I receive you as the accredited Representative of our sister G. Lodge of Connecticut. I am highly gratified by the prompt manner in which the intentions of that Grand Body have been carried out, and assure you, that we shall very cheerfully reciprocate this renewed evidence of the fraternal consideration of your constituents.
I regret that our Brethren had not been informed earlier, of the pleasure which was in reserve for them; as no doubt many have retired who would



R^TahhnnS|rathfied in.8iv'.n? y°u a cordial welcorue in your official capacity. But although the evemng is far advaneed, I cannot omit to impress upon vou my Brother, that the high honor which has been conferred upon you, will dey°ur hands' a strict and walchful attention to the duties which may be enjoined upon you by your constituents. You will of course receive your in-
W «-Ï 'numerous
rl?,''',V'",°b!lge Us conveying to the Most Worehipful Grand Lodge of Connecticut, the assurauce of ourhigh respect and eateein."
To which the Representative of Connecticut replied
"Rt. W. Brother,
t j r „ The h'gh honor conferred upon me by the M. W. Grand
Lodge of Connecticut, as their Representative to this Grand Lodge is most
tion tTfli^rd t? ?S! i' Sha" l36 repa'd by a diliêent and assiduous attenInstitution ïnvolvmg the prospenty and harmony of our Ancient
hein nin"a'"ie 1 ^et".!!! Grand Lod?e wi,h a Oaternal salutation. You have
Insthu inn hiam a f!?6 T' bUt the clouds Which 1,overed darkIy O" this nUU ^ f,rSCd hke 'he mo,rnin« mi« before the genial rays of the sthnemJ;?K g co™m'.ssloned 'o offer you the condolence of my con¬
stituents, it becomes mypleasing office to present you with their con^ratuh t.ons; she rejoices to behold your snn rising resplendent above the mysüc
a'ld alrea<ty diffusing lts benign rays to its sister Lodges.
I nH ji'0Ur n 0t am0"g '16 first t0 move in tlle Represenattive System the G ™ g , , .C°nneC,UCUt kl,ows its ,rue value, and the many evils that will be' corrected by its adoption ; its tendency must eventually lead to the elevation
LTJ:r°lerilS Mas"na' Promo,inS harmony and good feHowship among hn.^H H m-every sect"?n °f lhe civilized world.-How delightfuTthf ought How impressive the sentiment! that through the medium of this ageneyahe vast pumber of Bodies of a„ nat;onSj kingdoms and Tongnes llei» ru worl;InS.ln concert on the same benefiet design ; and witlf sin' g eness of heart, bowing with reverential awe to the Great Architect of the Universe, and imploring his blessing. Arcnitect ot the
cu iae^rpr,ihe/reSe,nt- °PPortunity t° express to this Grand Lodge, the peculiar pleasure denved m hstening to the Annnal Address of its D G Master •
adontS,h? ete W'th Wh°,,CSOme advice> ™d bespoke the master woi^man • h suggestions ltslanguage enforces, then will your citadel remain im' felichy. 1 "ssaults of its ene,nies, and ensure "to yoursefves domesüc"
T permil me Rt W- Brother. in "'8 of the M. W Grand
SsSS^s =»•■» sH
iU Ji6 W" Bro' Ro,gers was 1hen conducted to his seat in n v ^n^Lgst, other Foreign Representatives. uraerecl, 1 nat the suggestions and resolutions offered bv the Committee on Foreign Correspondence be referred to the proper Comm.ttees, by the Grand Secretary.
he Grand Lodge then adjourned until lOo'clock tomorrow morning.
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(&®AH® JL©®®!!»
Friday Morningf June 3d, A. Ii. 5842.
PRESENT.
Rt. W. John D. Williard, S. G. W. as G. M.,
Kt. W. Mordecai Myers, P. D. G. M.
W. R. Carrique, J. G. W., as S. G. W.
And the Representatives of Lodges as before.
The Minutes of the G. Lodge held last evening were
read and approved. .
W. Bro. Powèrs presented a communication which was
on motion, laid on the table.
The Grand Lodge then attended to the Lectures on the Three Degrees of Masonry, delivered by the Rt. W. Bro. Ebenezer Wadsworth.
The Committee on Grievances made the following Report :—
The Committee on Grievances Report,
That they have had under consideration the petition of Union Lodge, No. 45- the Lodge Room, together with the implements, furniture, and most of the' books and papers of that Lodge, have been destroyed by fire, and they nravfor a remission of Grand Lodge daes. Your Commutee recommend that their prayerbe granted, and that their dues be remitted up tothe present
June Communication. r
Your Committee have also considered tho petition of Kichmond LodBe, No 66 who ask a remission of dues, on the ground that a considerable mmbe, of members have left the Island, and withdrawn from the Lodge The Committee are of opinion that the reason assigned, is wholly insufficiënt, lhe amount of Grand Lodge dues depends on the iiumber of members who actua]|y belong to a Lodge ; and each raember of the Institution throughout the State, shotild certainly be willing to^ontribute the tnfling sum of fifty cents a year, in aid of a fund established for general purposes of benevolence, and to sustain the necessary organization of our Order.
The Committee have also considered the apphcation of Washington Lod0e, No. 85, for a donation, or loan of the sum of one hundred dollars ; the state of the funds of the Grand Lodge, will not allow the Committee to recommend
a compliance with their request. .
The Committee have given a careful consideration of the memorial of Rt. W Joseph Cuyler P. S. G. W„ in relation to the sum of $23, stated by him to have been Mailed at Johnstown, directed to the Grand Secretary, on the 1 Ath day of August last; and in connection therewith, they have also examined numerous other papers from other sources, which were referred to them relating to the same matter. It was a subject of much importance involving as it did the character of a Brother who has repeatedly been honored with a high office in this Grand Lodge. The Committee have pleasure m being enabled as they do, to acquit Bro. C uyler of any misstatement; the facts presented by the papers, are not, in their opinjon, inconsistent with his veracity. The committeo recommend that Bro. Cuyler be required to pay over to the G. fcecre-



iary the sum of $19 and that the balance of the taoney sent, be assumed as the loss of the Grand Lodge. A detailed statement of the facts of the case and thereasons which have ed the committee to the conclusions to wUch thev have arrived, will be verbally commumcated to the Grand Lodffe
As to the case of Lewis Parketten, expelled by the Grand Lodge for asso ciating with expelled and clandestine Masons, your Commi ttee hafa' liJ™ that his expulsion arose from a mi3take as to facts, and they recommend that he be restored to all the rights and privileges of Masonry. recommend that
All of which is respectfully submitted,
JOHN D. WILLARD,
J. iv.
Grand Lodoe Room, > «ICHARD CARRIQ.UE.
JutfE 3, 5842. J
The same Committee also reported verbally, in favour of grantmg W. Bro. Powers, till the Quarterly Communication in September, to pay over money collected bv him as Grand Visiter m the County of Genesee. The Committee on By-Laws presented their Reuort
Sd°oTthe tabTJ & reS°lution' which was accepted and
The Committee on General Regulations made a Report mcluding resolutions, which was accepted, and on motion of the Grand Secretary, the resolutions were returned for amendment, and the other part of the Report laid on the
Afternoonianrf L°dêe the" adjourned unti' 4 o'clock this
Friday Afternoon, June 3d, A. 1. 5842. PRESENT.
H SffWillardiS,- G^W-' as Grand M aster, with befoie 0fficers' and the Representaties of Lodges, as
in Jwe^l.UtfS °üthe Sessij°n °f the G' L' heId this morn* ing, were read and approved.
It was on motion of the W. Perry,
Committloto revise^hefiCoMÜtu°®n 1ofth^r fJ°dge j® aPPointed a
RU W. and Rev. Bro. Salem Town, was added to the Committee.
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The Rt. W. D. G. Master (hen took the chair, and installed the Rt. W. Bro. John D. Willard as Senior Grand Warden, and the Rt. W. Richard Carrique, as Junior Grand Warden.
The Committee on Warrants reported in favor of granting a new Warrant to independent Royal Arch Lodge, No. 2, retaining its old number, without the usual lees.
Also, in favor of granting a Warrant to Temperance Lodge, at Newfane, in the County of Niagara, heretofore held by Dispensation from the Rt. W. D. G-. M. which has expired, and has been returned, with a petition for a Warrant.
Also, in favor of granting a Warrant to constitute a Lodge at Ballston, ia the County of Saratoga, by the name of Franklin Lodge, of which, Bro. Win. Saunders is to be the first Master; Bro.Wm. Hawkins, S. Warden; and Bro. Joseph Jennings, Junior Warden ; and that the property of the late Franklin Lodge, IVo 157, be returned to said new Lodge, on payment of the usual fee for the Warrant.
Also, in favor of granting a Warrant for a new Lodge, tobe held at Try , in the County of Rensselaer, to be distinguished by the name of King Solomou's Primitive Lodge, Achille J. Rousseau, to be the first Master j JohnS. Perry, Senior Warden ; and Joseph A. Wood, Junior Warden.
The Committee further advised, that the late Master of Temple Lodge, No. 10, formerly heidat North East, Duchess County, be requested to dispose of the reraaining property of said Lodge, and with the proceeds pay the just debts thereof; and that Bro. Elislia Wilcox, late Senior Warden of Columbia Lodge, formerly held at Copake, Columbia County, be requested to take the same course with the remaining property of that Lodge. The said Brethren to report their doings to the Grand Secretary.
The Committee further recommended, that as the Warrants of the following Lodges have been forfeited by neglect, they should be recalled by the Grand Lodge, viz.
Kingston Lodge, No. 10, at Kingston, Ulster County,
Friendship " " 24, " Stephentown, Rensselaer "
Rising Sun " " 34, " Saratoga Springs, Saratoga "
Morning Star" " 35, " Venice, Cayuga "
Ark " " 36, " Windsor, Broome "
Washington " " 42. " Manheim, Herkimer "
Mohawk " " 46, " Danube, Herkimer "
Rising Sun ' " 55, " Marbletown, Ulster "
Steuben " " 59, " Dansville, Livingston "
Doric " " 60, " Esopus, Ulster "
Prattsburgh Union " 61, " Wheeler. Steuben "
That Alexandria Lodge, in Jefferson County, not having been organized by the Grand Visiter of that County, the Warrant be recalled.
That Junius Lodge, No. 74, at Waterloo, having made no returns since their revival in 1839, the Grand Visiter of that County notify that Lodge that their Warrant is forfeited, and that unless they send their returns immediately after receiving such notice, they will be required to surrender the Warrant of said Lodge.
Your Committee further recommended that in each County where there are delinquentLodges not mentioned in this Report, and no G. Visiter, a Grand Visiter be appointed. and instructed to notify delinquent Lodges to make their returns immediately ; or to demand a surrender of the Warrants, Jewels, Books, Notes, and all other property belonging to said Lodges; that on a refusal they may be dealt with according to the rules of tiiis Grand Body.



The report of the Committee on Warrants was accepted, and their recommendations approved and adopted.
Bills were presented by W• Bro. Perry, for services as G. Visiterin Rensselaer County, amounting to$10 37J, and by Rt. W. Bro. Gilbert, Grand Visiter in Columbia County, amounting to $9 75 ; and by W. Bro. David Dakin, Grand Visiterin Dutcbess County, amounting to g? 11 96, which were passed for payment.
On motton, Resolyed, That the Rt. W. G. Treasurer be authorized and inS !u i'° f>,a? t0, tl,e Rt- W' Bro- Ebenezer Wadsworth, for his attendanee on the urand Lodge, the saine pay as isaliowed to Country Representatives.
rT'16 <-:°rnm'ttee on General Regulations made a report of the resolution recommitted for- amendment, which amendment was adopted. Some other parts of the report of the same Committee were then discussed, when the G. Lodge adjourned until 7 o'clock this evening.
At 7 o'clock, the Rt. W. D. G. Master, and Grand Secretary, with a number of members of the Grand Lodge, assembled at the Grand Lodge Room, but there not being a constitutional number of Lodges represented, thêy adjourned until 10 o'clock, to-morrow morning.
Saturday Morning', June 4th, A. L. 5842.
The Grand Lodge convened pursuant to adjournmenè, at 10 o'clock, on Saturday morning, June 4th, 5842, and was called to order.
PRESENT.
The Rt. W. Richard Carrique, J. G. W. as G. M.
Rt. W. Mordecai Myers, P. D. G. M.
And other Grand Officers and Representatives of Lodges as before.
riie iYlinutes of the Grand Lodge, held yesterday afternoon were read and approved.



A letter was received from Naval Lodge No. 69, which was read, accepted and ordered to be entered on the JVJinutes. It was then referred to the Grand Officers for their consideration of the recommendatidns therein contained.
New-York, May 30th, 1842.
To the Rt. \V. G. L. of the Ancient and Honorable Order of Free and Accepted Masons, of the State of New-York:
The undersigned, viewing with regret, the apathjrtbat appears to prevail in the subordinate Lodges, (in the City of New-York especially) in regard to a just appreciation, and correct understanding of the true intent and meaning of the principles of our order—presume to address your Honorable Body in reference to sorae of the grievances.
In order to form a correct view of the institution, it is highly necessary that we should be thoroughly imbued with the principles thereof, which are most fully set forth in the Book of Constitutions.
The essential qualities, are all summed up in these few monosyllables, " Good men and true," or in other words " a true Noachida," which more fully explained, means Charity and forbcarancc towards one another, meekness and urbantiy, social intercourse and brotherly feelingg with a community of interests. We, as masons, in general, with the rest of the community, are morally bound to perform all these duties. But how much more so by oft repeated vows, at the masonic altar.
It is evident to every discerning mind, that this is an age of excitement, and amongst the many ncw theories and false notions, the great mass of mankind are impelled forward, only by 6elf interested motives, consequently have their own pecuniary interest in view. It is no uncommon occurrence in this our day, when conversing with members in regard to their remissness in attending their Lodge, to be told in reply, that they have never been benefïtted any by Freemasonry, although they have paid some two or three years dues.
The one great difficulty with those is, that the masonic institutfon was created for every man—but few were created for the institution. Almost every man forms some kind of an idea in regard to Freemasonry, and especially when applying for initiation. But when duly made acquainted with the same, they find the principles to be so repugnant to their nature, that they abandon their Lodges even without the "formula" of withdrawing orpaying their dues, which impoverishes the institution and brings it into ridicule and contempt by the uninitiated. What is the purport and substance of their petition, " that they are not influenced by friends or mercenary motives, but are prompted to solicit the privileges of the order in consequence of a favordble opinion conceived of the same, and a sincere desire of becoming serviceable to their fellow men." Butalas! how many enter.the sanctorum with a false declaration staring them in the face. From their subsequent course it would appear that they were inftuenced by mercenary motives, or those equally as pernicious.
To remedy the evils complained of, the undersigned would make the following suggestions:—
Ist. That the Committees to whom are referred the investigation of the character of all petitioners, for initiation into the mysteries of our order, act with more deliberation and precautiorj, and make special enquiry into their views as regards the institution of Freemasonry, and their object in soliciting the pri vileges of the order.
It is to be feared that in many cases, there is more attention paid to the fee ihan to the candidate. He may be a good moral man, and for all that, not a pro-



per subject as a depository of our secrets : unless a mail possesses the essential qualities of a mason,you will hardly make one of him.
^ 2d. That the G. L. take some order iu reference to the conferring of more than one degree at one and the samp meeting, without a dispensation to that effect.
lf they were compelled to make certain proficiency in one degree before they advanced to anothqr, as a matter of course, they would devote some time to acquire that knowledge.
3d. That there besome oqe of the Lectures, or a section tbereof, civen at every meeting of a lodge, unless olher necessary business prevent.
Last, though not least, for the better and more speedy remedy of the evils complained of, That the Grand Lodge appoint a suitable number of membere whose duty ït shall be, to visit the lodges in certain districts, and instiuct them in a uniform mode of vvork—and the several sublime lectures.
Irt order to carry out the last suggestion, the Constitution provides that the persons authorized to perform that duty, be first heard in the presence of the Orand Lodge, who shall Spprove of the same.
In conclusion, we have no douht, but some of the foregoing suggestions will appear to some of the members, as futile and unnecessary—but we beg tö dif fer with them on this important point.—We say important, because if the insütution is worth preserving (which we presume none will denv,) it is wortli some l.ttle sacnfice of time and money-certainly so far as to become acquainted with the rudiments thereof.
" Man's inhumanity to man !
" Makes countless thousands mourn.''
Most fraternally yours,
ALEXANDER COPELAND, Past Master JOHN HAKRON, W. M.
E. WALKER, S. W.
JOHN G. BEDELL, J. W.
C. Dinglev, Secretary.
The Committee on Finance made a report which was accepted, the report was tlien taken up by paragraphsand was adopted as follows:—
The Committee on Finance to whom was referred a large number of tonics embraced in the recommendations of the R. W . Grand Secretary and G?and Treasurer, mvolvmg important interest., connected with the future prospects of this Grand Lodge beg leaye to Report :-That they have given the subject that consideration which .ts importance so fully demanded, but have confined themselves to a summary view of the most important obiects demanded at the present session of the Grand Lodge. J d at the
The subject of reducing the mileage of the Representatives of this Grand Lodge, has had their senous consideration, and in view of all the facts and drcumstances connected with a premature alteration of the present estahltw rates, the Committee deern it inespedient at this time tó mX Jnv al eïation In the matter of the Ioan of $100, to the former Ueputy Grand Master öf Missour,, George H C. Melody.your Committee would rLommend that the Grand Secretary b(! directed to lay the whole subject before the Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Missouri, earnestly calling his attention to a transaction mvolves the character of a Past Grand Officer of that state, and which



calls for his immediate action and interference, as connected vvith the honor of that distinguished Body.
In the case of Bro. Enos, your Coinmittee would recommend that the Trustees of' the Permanent Fund, be authorized to commute with the indebted brother, if possible, upon such terms as may'be deemed expedient, upon a close examination by them.
Upon consultation and a careful review of that part of the permanent fund now invested in the Greenwich Bank, your Committee would recommend, that the proxy of this Grand Lodge be .instructed to vote for the new Direc tors of this institution, to be elected at theensuing election ; and that the Trus* tees be empovvered to dispose of the whole or any part of the stock in that Bank, upon such terms as they may conceive to be for the interest of this Grand Lodge, and that the avails thereof be invested on bond and mortgage.
On the subject of increasing the funds of this Grand Lodge, your Committee would recommed that twelve and a half cents be assessed and raised for the registry of each member of a Lodge, under the jurisdiction of this Grand Lodge—that twenty-five cents be paid for each adjoining member, in addition to the present fee; and that an additional sum of fif;y cents be paid for each noviciate that may be raised to the degree of Master Mason. They would further recommend, that no Mason be admitted by any subordinate Lodge under the jurisdiction of this Grand Lodge, or receive the charities of any lodge, uiiless he shall on such application exhibit a Grand Lodge certificaten duly attested by the proper authorities.
Your Committee firmly believe, that Grand Lodge Certificates, independent of their being a source of revenue, will prove a powerful preventive to imposition, and they cannot too strongly recommend this course to the favorable consideration of the various officers of subordinate Lodges.
Connected with the vital prosperity and pecuniary sustenance of all the Lodges under the jurisdiction of this Grand Lodge, your Committee would recommend, that no permanent resident Brother of any city or town, shall be allowed to visit in any Lodge more than once, unless he shall be a paying member of some sister body. Your Committee are of the opinion that if the privileges of masonry are of any moment to a brother, the kindred principles of honor and benevolence should induce him to share our burthens with us.
Your Committee are of opinion that the practice of sending communications to this Grand Lodge, at its expense, hasbecome oppressive to its finances, and they would recommend that the Grand Secretary notify the subordinate Lodges, that any omission to pav the postage on communications, will in future -be charged to the account of such Lodge.
Your Committee would also recommend, that it shall be the duty of the Grand Visiter of each County, to exhibit each and every year, a detailed statement of the condition and prospects of each lodge within his district, at the annual communication of this Grand Body.
Your Committee would further recommend for the consideration of this Grand Lodge, the evils arising from the remission of dues of lodges to this Grand Lodge, often persisted in without the least shadow of justice or proprietv. Circumstances will no doubt occasionally occur, where peculiar and unavoidable hardships may exist, which may render remission necessary, but your Committee are of the opinion that the idea cannot be too strongly repudiated, that the Grand Lodge can release its just and lawful claims, without the applying Lodge shall satisfy the Body, that the plea is founded in absolute necessity. Your Committee would recommend that no dues shall be remitted but upon the recommendation of the Grand Visiter of the County, whose duty it shall be to furnish all the facts connected with the case, and his opinion thereon.
Your Committee would further recommend that a Grand Lecturer should be appointed by this Grand Lodge to meet with the other Grand Lodges to be



held in the City of Baltiiuore, in order the more effectually to carry out the objects contemplated by the convention recently held in Washington.
All of vvhich is respectfully submitted.
ELISHA GILBERT, ï
JOHN SOLOMONS, |
A. H ROBERTSON, i Committee.
J. S. PERRY,
L. G. HOEFMAN, J
The Report of the Committee on By-Laws was then taken up, considered, and with the resolution therein contained, adopted. •
The Committee to whom was referred that portion of the Rt. W. D. G. Master s communication, which relates to the By-Laws of the Subordinate Lodges, respectfully beg leave to Report;—That they have carefully exarnined all the By-Laws that have been presented to them, and generally find the Constitution and subsequent resolutions of this Grand Lodge, sufficiënt for the guidance and government of the Subordinate Lodges ; we say generally, but something remains to be done, and in a decided and fixed inanner by this Grand Body, as regards the admission of candidates. Some Lodges require onc, two, and three black balls for the rejection of a candidate, and the ballots to be distributed twice or thrice, and the reason given by those who have put in the black balls, and if no reason is given, the candidate is accepted.
Your Committee deern all this, radically wrong, and for the preservation and harmony in a Lodge, no person ought to be introduced there, who is not acceptable to all lts members ; they therefore hope that this Grand Lodge will pass the following resolution :—
Resolved, That in ballotting for candidates for initiation or membership, the ballot shall be unanimous ; and any member deposiling a black ball, shall not be called on to give his reasons why he did so; or should he be discovered, any Brother giving information to the candidate, or any other person who is not a Mason in good standing, who it was thkt gave the negative vote, shall be deemed guilty of unmasonic conduct, and be expelled from the Institution.
In some of the By-Laws are articles at variance with the Constitution : such as meeting at 3 o'clock in the afternoon, and ballotting for candidates at extra meetings, which ought not to be done; some absolute regulations on these points are requisite. Also, on the election of officers at any other than the regular constituted time in December.
All of which is respectfully submitted,
E. WADSWORTH,
ALEX. COPELAND,
RICHARD PENNELL.
lt having been found that the examination of the Byl^awsof the Lodges of this State requires much more time than the other business of the Grand Lodge will allow to be given to the subject, during the present session, the G. Lodge
submktEBH^'tThrthej «y"LaW^ ,°ïal' the Lodges «nder this jurisdiction.be soon «r nn! f 1 v fetewards Lodge, and that each Lodge bc informed as ConsütuCn of 'tW, ry th'n«be/oundBy-Laws, inconsistent with the



A Petition for the revival of the Warrant of Constellation Lodge, signed by two of its former racmbers was read, and on rnotion, ordered to be returned, with a demand for the surrender of the Warrant.
The Grand Lodge then adjourned until 4 o'clock this Afternoon.
Saturday Afternoon, June Ith, A. Xi. 5842.
The Grand Lodge convened pursuant to adjournment, on Saturday Afternoon, at 4 o'clock.
PRESENT.
The Rt. W. Wm. Willis, D. G. M. as G. Master. The minutes of the Morning Session were read and approved.
The Report of the Committee on General Regulations was then taken up, and with the resolutions appended thereunto, approved and adopted, as follows :—
The Committee to whom was referfed, thatpart of the Rt. W. D. Grand Master's Report, relative to the state of Freemasonry, and suggestions as to the adoption of such measures as may conduce to the general interests of the Institution, with the sundry other recommendations in said report, together with the proceedings, and resolutions of the Convention held in the City of Washington, in March, 1842, asreported by the Rt. W. Grand Secretary, and other matters as have been referred to said Committee, beg leave to present the following as their Report:—
In the first place,1 your Committee take pleasure in commending the spirit, the sentiments, the recommendations, and those judicious suggestions. imbodied in the address of our Rt. W. D. Grand Master, and believe they will be duly appreciated by the members the Grand Lodge, as well as the fraternity generally.
lst,—Your Committee fully concur in the views given by the Rt. W. D. G. Master, as to the evils arising froin Lodges taking promissory notes for initiation fees, under any circumstances whatever, and have prepared a resolution to offer to this Grand Lodge in relation to the same.
2d.—The practice said to be pursued by European Lodges, and recommended by the Rt. W. D. G. Master, of sending annual circulars from the several Grand Lodges tothe subordinate Lodges, containing such advice, finstructions, and exhortations, as may enlighten, encourage, and stimulate to greater diligence and activity in carrying out the great principles of the Order, and giving a more full exemplification of their benign influence, is strongly recommended by your Committee, for adoption by this Grand Lodge ; a resolution embracing this matter is also appended to our report.



Jd.—In reference to the several Masonic Periodieks named by our D. G. Master, ïf judiciously conducted, as your committee entertain no doubt they will' Be, they are calculated to accompüsh a vast amount of good, by diffusing more extensively those sound, inoral, and benevolent principles, which so eminently characterize this venerable Institution; your Committee, therefore recommend those publications to the liberal patronage of the Fraternity.
4th. As to the recommendation of our D. G. Master, in proposing a uniform method of bestowing charity on individual applicants, so as to avoid as as may be,any thing like imposition on the several Lodges, as well as inequality o: aid granted to applicants, your committee would recommend, that each Lodge in the City oI New-York, be required to refer such applicants to the Committee of the Grand Stewards' Lodge, permitting said Committee, or * reasurer to draw on them for such stims as they shall signify a willingness topay, should the applicants be found both necessitous and deservinr °ur Committee are persuaded, that the adoption of this course, will not onlv secure the bestowment of such charities as each Lodge may wish to make, but will enable them to aidjust such applicants as they choose, and most effectudeteciïon m 1 sollcItlng charity from Lodge to .Lodge, without
„f5,t,h'T,Your Committee are of opinion that it is expedient to make a revision of the fllasonic Constituüon; this, however, is an instrument that should be approaclied with the utmost caution, and to make such alterations, additions, or amendments, as shaH be best adapted to secure all the important ends for Constituhon 's/Jes,g'u:d> wi|l require time, wisdom, experience, and careful exammation. Your Committee, therefore recommend, that this G. Lodge appoint individuals, and authorize them to revise said Constitu¬
tion as heretofore adopted by this Grand Lodge, and present the same for con1843 aCt'°U eon' at the next Annual Communication, in June,
Committee have also had under consideration, the resolution ofnM„<r ,„ 'i K6"7,relat'°rl t0 aPPlieanta for the benefits of Masonry, ap£{'"S whon Tejved by ,some LodSe remote from their pl^e of reii-
anv antlnn h Tj S® m'g f°Und in their own vicinity. Should cases I r™8"1» necessary to prevent evils that might grow out of such i'n alunnh ,. ®WuU recommend the adoption of a rule that should
Lod-'e ^o ren^rp1.? r lmPerat,ve duty of Officers of the more remote bv the aPP'1<rant t0 present a written recommendation, signed
cL Sve officers of that Lodge, from whose neighbourhood said appli-
mission™ ° maJ°nty ° ' as an indispensable requisite for his ad-
and'nrTn^wifir ',° "T «xpedie"cy of individual certificates to be granted by Ï/W?ra,nd LodSe' as a PassPort in «therStates, romm'H be accredited wherever the individual might travel, the
^f DeTiLTu1"! w ^-ad0pt,0n °f that P'an ProPosed b? the Convention establishS credibimy WashlDSton' as best óalculated to secure uniformity and
e\a™ued the recommendations and resolutions the ODinion adn t J ^ ■ j at ,he City of Washington, and are of wllml.' P a"r °arried out hï the several Grand Lodges, they nv tUou'honï'.r m°r,e PkT' "ni/brmity of work, and secure greater harmothe adonfion nf t? " body °f ",e Brotherh°°d- We therefore recommend tion measures proposed by the Delegates of said Conven-
Mj'fU re'3-!1"1! «o the recommendation of the Rt. W. Den. Grand Master, and the memorial presented by St. John's Lodge, No. ], through their Com-
to'bedeliverécfin^hp6 a0tl0n, ,the Grand Lodge, with reference to Lectures be dehvered m the several lodge rooms, not only on the principles of Ma-



sonry, but on the Arts and Sciences, embracing any or all such subjects aa shall improvo the moral and intelleetual powers, and qualify the Brethren for greater usefulness in the several spheres in wliich they move, rendering them in an eminent sense, the lights of Masonry, your Coinmittee would say—the adoption of such a practice would in their view be attended with the liappiest results, and add much to the interest of fraternal Communications. Although the Masonic Institution is appropriately a school of the Arts and Sciences, as well as the moral virtues,your Committee have reason to believe, instruction in the former especially, has heen too much neglected; and, therefore, hope the Grand Lodge will recommend in the strongest language the adoption of the above specified course of instruction by lectures on the practical, as well as the moral and mental sciences, in each of the subordinate Lodges. 1 bis whole matter appears to be one, in the view of your Committee, of decp interest, and if judiciously conducted, by Brethren competent to the undertak ing, will not only be productive of great good to individual members, but to those communilies where such lodges are established.
All of which ia respectfuüy submitted.
E. S. BARNUM, R1CIIARD ELLIS, L. M. TRACY, S. TOWN,
LYMAN POWERS.
Resolution under No. 1.
Resolved, That no subordinate Lodgo under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of this State, shall be allowed to take or receive the promissory note of anyïndividual for his initiation fee, in any case whatever; and furthermore, should any Lodge hereafter violate tliis resolulion, by taking and holding such notes, and satisfactory evidence thereof be presented to the Grand Master, it shall be his duty forthwith to declare such Lodge in a state of suspension until action can be had thereon, at the next succeeding communication of this Grand Lodge.
Resolutions under No. 2.
Resolved, That this Grand Lodge will, at each and every annual meeting, cause to be prepared and sent forth to all the subordinate Lodges a Circular, containing such matter, impartiug such instructions, and giving such advice, as shall from time to time seem expedient, and tend to the edification of the fraternity.
Resolved, That each of the subordinate Lodges be requested to make out a brief statement of facts connected with the general interests of Masonry, and such other matters appertaining to the institution as they may deem proper, and transmit the same to the Grand Lodge, at each annual communication.
Resolution under No. 9.
Resolved, That this Grand Lodge recommend to each of the subordinate Lodges, as soon as practicable, to appoint from time to time, the most competent°of their Brethren, and introducé a course of lectures on such subjects of interest and practical utility as they shall judge most beneficial to themselves and honorable to the institution.
The Report of the Committee on Room Rent, was read, accepted, and laid on the table ; and the Committee instructcd to take the rooms novv occupied, for the ensuing year, on the same terms as heretofore.



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The Report of the Committee on Foreign Correspondence was then taken up, and with the resolution therein adopted.
The subject of appointing a Grand Lecturer, to meet G. Lecturers ofother Grand Lodgesin the City of Baltimore, in May next, was deferred till the Quarterly Meeting in December.
The G. Secretary was directed to append to these transactions, the expulsions, suspensions, &C! reported in the last year to this Grand Lodge.
The amendment to the Constitution, proposed by Bro. Feuchtwanger, at the lastAnnual Meeting, was then taken up, and a motion to adopt being taken, it was decided in the negative.
The Grand Lodge was then closed in DUE FORM.
JAMES HERRING,
Grand Secretary.



Expulsions Sfc. reported, frovi June, 5841, lo June, 5842.
Expelled By St. John's Lodge, No. 1, Charles Racket, on the 12th August, 1841, forunmasonic conduct.
By Apollo Lodge, No. 13, H. W. Jones, for unmasonic conduct.
By the Rt. W. G. Stewards' Lodge, March 1, 1842, for refusing to surrender property in his possession, of the late Concord Lodge, No. 50, James Reilly.
Suspended For non-pay ment of Dues, by Utica Lodge, No.
47, William B. Gray and William Knowlton. By Naval Lodge, No. 69, Isaac W. Pangburn, Charles G. Griffin, Anthony Hamilton. By L'Union Franjaise, No. 17,Louis Schwingrouber, and Louis Aimable. " By Independent Royat Arch, No. 2, Henry Erben,Thomas H. Hodgkinson, EdwardWhite, James W. Powell, William A. Colyer, George VV. Browne, William Araold, Smith Clark, and Edward Heilburt.
By La Fayette No. 64, P. M. Benjamin F. Tucker.
By Temple Lodge No. 14, Rensselaer West, John Stockton, David Kline, Samuel E. Thomas, H. N. B. Crandall, and Charles Tripp. By Fortitude Lodge, No. 19, George P. Bancroft and Timothy Baxter.
By Mt. Vernon Lodge, No. 3, Henry Cassidy, Jacob Anthony, and Eldad Worcester. By Montgomery Lodge. No. 68, Wm. O'Donnell, Richard Frayne, Andrew Manning, and Robert Winthrop.
By Adelphi Lodge, No. 23 John Warwick, Caspar Marks, and S. Shankaloski.
By St. Simon and St. Jude Lodge, No. 72, Benjamin Lawton, Madison Smith, Andrew Baird, and John Wilsey.



Suspended By Benevolent Lodge, No. 28, Alexander R. Walsh, and Wïlliam Milton.
By Richmoncl Lodge, No. G6, Thomas H. Shields.
" Ry Mt. Moriah Lodge, No. 27, J ames McCullum.
Suspended For unmasonic conduct, by Evening Star, No. 75, Washington Kervan.
Restored By the Rt. W. Grand Lodge, P. M. Robert B. Folger.
" By the Rt. W. Grand Stewards' Lodge, David A. Barnes.
By Naval Lodge, No. 69, Aaron Joseph.
By La Fayette Lodge, No. 64, P. M. Peter .brewer.
" By Adelphi Lodge, No. 23, Robert B. Atterbury.
By Fortitude Lodge, No. 19, Sanford Allen.
By Richmond Lodge, No. 66, Benjamin P. Brower.
By Trinity Lodge, No. 12, Michael Conellv and Peter Hammil.
By Concord Lodge, No. 50, William Wray. By Benevolent Lodge, No. 28, Henry Walters.
Rejected By German Union Lodge, No. 54, Benedick VV. Welty.
By Mechanic Lodge, No. 31, William Svveeny.
By Pythagoras Lodge, No. 86, C. H. Weber.



Classification of the G-rand Stewards of Charity,
lst Class elected in 1840.
VV. John Waydell, ) June, July, August, 1842.
" Robert Roberts, > Sept. Oct. Nov. 1843.
" George De Loynes, ) March, April, May, i844.
2d class elected in 1841.
W. JohnTelfair, ) June, July, August, 1843.
" James Millar, > Sept. Oct. Nov. 1844.
" Thomas Dugan, S March, April, May, 1845.
3d Clasa elected in 1842.
_ ^ Dec. 1842, Jan. Feb. 1843.
W. Alex. H. Robertson, i June, July, August, 1844.
» J. M. Phyfe, >Sept. Oct. Nov. 1845.
" John Jams, J March, April, May, 1846.
4th class elected in 1839.
W. Richard Wiggins, > Sept. Oct. Nov. 1842.
" Daniël Seixas, > March, April, May, 1843. " John Solomons, 3



No. Name. Town. County,
1 St. John's New-York, New-York,
2 Indp't Royal Arch, " "
3 Mount Vernon, Albany, Albany,
4 St. Patrick's, Johnstovvn, Fulton,
5 Masters, Albany, Albany,
6 St. George's, Schenectada, Schenectada,
7 Hudson, Hudson, Columbia.
8 Holland, New-York, New-York,
9 Unity, New-Lebanon, Columbia,
1(J Kingston, Forfeited and Warrant recalled, June, 1842.
11 Amicable, Surrendered, 1842.
12 Trinity, New-York, New-York,
13 Apollo, Troy, Rensselaer, ]4 Temple, Albany, Albany,
15 Western Star, Bridsrewater, Oneida,
16
17 La'Union Fran^aise, New-York, New-York,
19 Fortitude, Brooklyn, Kings,
20 Abram's, New-York, New-York,
21 Washington, " "
22 St. John's, Greenfield, Saratoga,
23 Adelphi, New-York, New-York,
24 Friendship, Forfeited and Warrant recalled, June, 1842.
26 Albion, New-York, New-York,
27 Mount Moriah, u lt
28 Benevolent, " "
29 Champion, Champion, Jefferson,
30 Farmers, Clifton Park, Saratoga,
31 Mechanic, New-York, New-York,
32 Warren, Pine Plains, Duchess,
33 Ark, Forfeited and Warrant recalled, June, 1842,
34 Rising Sun, " " '* "
35 Yenice Morning Star. " M " "
36 Ark, Windsor, Broome,
37 Rising Sun, Guildford, Chenango,
38 Columbia, New-Paltz, Ulster,
39 O live Branch, Bethany, Genesee,
40 Olive Branch, Frankfort, Herkimer,
41 Sylvan, Moravia, Cayuga,
42 Washington, Forfeited and Warrant recalled, June, 1842.
43 Star, Petersburgh, Rensselaer,
44 Evening Star, Hornellsville, Steuben,
45 Union, Lima, Livingston,
46 Mohawk, Forfeited and Warrant rocalled, June, 1842.
47 Utica, Utica, Oneida,
48 Ark, Coxsackie, Greeue,
49 Water town, Watertown, Jefferson,
50 Concord, Surrendered, 1811.
51 Fidelity, Trumansburg. Tompkins,
1 complete list of the Lodges under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of the State of New-York, on the 10tli of June, A. L. 5842.



No. Name. Town. County,
52 Whitesborough, Surrendered, June 1841.
53 Brownville; Brownville, Jefferson,
54 German Union, New-York, New-York,
55 Rising Sun, Forfeited and Warrant recalled, June 1842.
56 Hollenlinden, Brooklyn, Kings,
57 Hibernia, New-York, New-York,
58 Phcenix, Lansingburgh, Rensselaer,
59 Steuben. Forfeited and Warrant recalled, June, 1842.
60 Doric, tl " " •«
61 Prattsburgh Union, " l' « ««
62 Manhattan, New-York, New-York,
63 Caledonia, Caledonia, Livingston,
64 La Fayette, New-York, New-York,
65 Morning Star, Canisteo, Steuben,
66 Richmond, Castleton, Richmond,
67 Mariner's, New-York, New-York.
68 Montgomery, " «
69 Naval, (<
70 Union, Coventry, Chenango,
72 St. Simon & St. Jude, Channingsville. Duchess,
73 Lockport, Lockport, Niagara, ^4 Junius, Waterloo, Seneca,
75 EveningStar, WestTroy, Albany,
76 Western Light, Lisle, Broome,
77 Cameron, Howard, Steuben,,
78 Mixville, Mixville, Alleghany,
79 Hamilton, Palatine Bridge, Montgomery,
80 Montgomery, Stillwater, Saratoga, Alexandria, Warrant recalled, June, 1842.
82 Piioebus, New-Berlin, Chenango,
83 Newark, Newark, Wayne,
84 Artisan, Amsterdam, Montgomery,
85 Washington, Albany, Albany,
86 Pythagoras, New-York, New-York,
87 Schodac Union, Schodac, Rensselaer,
88 Batavia, Alexandria, Genesee,
89 Temperance, Newfane, Niagara,
90 Franklin, Ballston, Saratoga,
King Solomon's Prini Troy, Rensselaer,
U.D St. Joseph's Valley, Niles, Berrien, Michigan.1
NOTICE.
The Grand Secretary's Office will be open at the Howard House, daily, from 3 o'clock, P. M. till night, for the transaction of Masonic business.







NOTICE
The Secretaries of the Lodges under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of the State of New-York, are requested to prepare two copies of the new form of Returns to the Grand Lodge, one of which would be most convenient for future reference, if recorded in a book.
In the column headed "Lodge No.," number from the top downwards. These numbers are to be the permanent Lodge numbers of the Brethren to whose names they are attached, and are not to be given afterwards to any other member of that Lodge.
The column headed " Grand Lodge No.," will becarefully filled by the Secretary in his Lodge Register, when received from the Grand Secretary, after the names have been registered in the Grand Lodge Books, and this will be evidence that the persons to whom those numbers belong have been registered.
In future Returns those numbers will be required witli the names, but the other particulars need not be repeated.
The Secretaries of Lodges who have not forwarded the Certificates, required by the Constitution, of the election of Officers, arerequested to furnish the G. Secretary with sak! Certificates immediately.
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RIGHT WORSHIPFUL GRAND LODGE
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Most Ancient and ZZonorable ï*raternity
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OF THE STATE OF NEW-YORK,
From the 7th of Sept. A. L. 5842, to the 6th of Sept. A. L. 5843,
AND OF THE
RT. ff. G. STEWARDS' LODGE,
From the 13th of July, A. L. 5842, to the 30tli of August, 5843. Ordered to le read in all the Lodges for the informalion of the Bretliren.
üCrfcu=¥ot'ft:
JOSEPH M. MARSH, PRINTER, 5 ELDRIDGE-STREET.







Tn§Arci®A©To©N@
OF THE
RIGHT WORSHIPFUL GRAND LODGE
OF THE
Ancient and ££onorable Fraternity
OF
wmwm &
OF THE STATE OF NEW-YORK,
From the 7tfa of Sept. A. L. 5842, to the lOth June, A. L. 5843,
AND OF THE
RT. ff. G. STEWARDS' LODGE,
From the 13th of July, A. L. 5842, to the 31st of May, 5843. Ordered to le rcad in aU the Lodges for the informatioti of the Brcthrcn.,
Ncto=¥orft:
JOSEPH M. MARSH, PRINTER, 5 ELDRIDGE-STREET.
1843.







JLGHDGHB
OF
THI N1W-TOISK,
September 7,r5842.
A Quarterly Meeting of the Right Worshipful Grand Lodge of the Ancient and Honorable Fraternity of Free and Accepted Masons of the State of New-York, was held at the Grand Lodge Room, in the City of New-York, on Wednesday evening, the 7th of September, A. L. 5842, and opened in due form.
PRESENT.
The Rt. W. William Willis, D. G. M. as G. M., with other Grand Officers, and the Representatives of the Grand Lodges of Hamburg, District of Columbia, Connecticut, and twenty-one Lodges.



September 7, A. L. 5842.
The Minutes of the G. L. on the 4th of J une, the last day of the annual meeting, being printed and in the hands of thebrethren, the reading was dispensed vvith.
The Minutes of the G. S. L. on the 13th and 20th of June, the 31st of August, and the 7th of Sept. instant, were severally read and approved.
A report from the Committee on Foreign Correspondence was read, but owing to its not being signed by the Committee, it was ordered to be returned to the person or persons from whom it came, by the Grand Secretary.
An interesting letter from Brother John S. Perry, G. V. in Rensselaer County, reporting the state of the Lodges in his district, was read and ordered c?n file. The Grand Secretary also read a letter from W. Wm. Stephens, G. V. in Steuben County, applying in behalf of the members of the late Prattsburgh Union L. for a restoration of the warrant of that Lodge.
Whereupon the Grand Secretary was instructed to inform all Lodges applying to be revived,that it will benecessary for them to surrender their warrants and produce their records, that the same may be submitted to the G. L. in order to ascertain the propriety of entertaining their request.
The G. Secretary reportecl, that, soon after the last annual meeting of the G. L., an application had been received from a number of brethren residing at Newburgh, in Orange County, for the revival of the warrant of the late Iiiram Lodge, which had been surrendered to the Grand Lodge, and it appearing from the records of the G. Lodge, that the affairs of the Lodge had been well conducted, and the debts of the Lodge discharged up to the time of the surrender of the warrant, and it appearing to the Rt. W. D. G. M aster that the interests of the craft vvould be promoted by the establishment of a Lodge at that place, he had granted the applicants a dispensation to hold a Lodge until the present day, whioh has been returned with a registry return of the brethren associated, a record oT their work, and a copy of the By-Laws, and now ask that the warrant of Hiram Lodge, formerly No. 131, should be revived.
On motion of the G. Secretary, the doings of the Rt. W. D. G. M. were approved and the warrant ordered to be revived and to be numbered 92.
An appeal from the decision of Fortitude Lodge, No 19,



expelling Luke C. Ryder, was received from that brother, and referred to the G. S. L.
A pelition from Orlando Warren, formerly Master of Silentia Lodge, for restoration to JM asonic privileges, was read and unanimously ordered to be returned.
A petition from Wm. Woodhull, for restoration to Masonic privileges, he having been expelled for associating with expelled and clandestine Masons, was referred to the G. S. L.
A petition from Alexander T. Pirsson, for restoration to Masonic privileges, he having been expelled by the G. S. L. for default, was read and referred to the Grand Stewards Lodge.
The Grand Secretary was directed to communicate to W. Br. Geo. DeLoynes that it is the desire of the G. L. that he should prepare the regalia to be worn by the Representative of this G. L. in the G. L. of Switzerland, within one month, or that the G. L. will consider the appointment now held by him vacant.
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September 28, 5812.
PRESENT :
Rt. W. Wm. Willis, D. G. M. as G. Master.
Other G. Officers and the Representatives of the Grand Lodges of Connecticut and District of Columbia, and the Representatives and Past Masters of 24 Lodges.
The Rt. W. Gr. Master informed the Grand Lodge that he had convened the body, in consequence of an invitation by a Committee of the Corporation to the various Societies of this city, amongst which the F ree Masons were enumerated, to unite with them in the celebration of the introduction ofthe CrotonWater into the City of New-York.
The W. Bro. Pirsson moved that the Gd. L. accept the invitation of the Corporation to unite with them in the cere-



monies of the 14th October, next; which wasduly seconded by the Rt. W. Brother Coffin. After considerable discussion, the motion was laid on the table, and two Delegates were appointed to meet the Committee of the Corporation, with instructions to make the necessary inquiries, and report to the G. L. on Friday evening next, at seven o'clock.
A petition was presented from Joseph Homer, praying for restoration to Masonic privileges, which was read and referred to the G. S. L.
September 30. 5842.
ADJOURNED MEETING.
PRESENT !
The Rt. W. Wm. Willis, D. G. M. as G. M.
Grand Officers and the Representatives of the Lodges as before.
The report of the Delegates appointed on Wednesday evening last was received, and the motion laid on the table at the last meeting, was then taken up, and the question of accepting the invitation, fully discussed.
The question being put to vote, was decided in the affirmative.
A Committee of arrangements of seven members was then ordered, and the Grand Master nominated the following Committee, which was confirmed by the G. L., viz.:
VV. Brothers Phyfe, Coffin, Phillips, Feuchtwanger, Adams, Woolf and Swanton.
The subject of inviting the Lodges throughout the State, was referred to the Committee of Arrangements with powers.
The G. L. then closed in due forrn.
JAMES HERRING, Grand Secretary.



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October 14, 5842.
On Friday morning the 14th of October, A. L. 5842, the Grand Lodge assembled at 9 o'clock, at the G. Lodge Room, and was opened in due form.
PRESENT:
The Rt. W. Wm. Willis, Deputy Gr. Master. " " " Richard Carrique, J. G. W. as S. G. W.
" Ja's. Westervelt, P. M. of No. 1, as J. G. W. " " James Herring, G. Secretary.
" Wm. H. Hunter, of No. 92, as G. Treasurer. " Bros. Willard & Moore as G. Chaplains. " " " Joseph Sprague, G. Marshal.
" " " John W. Hudswell, G. St. Bearer.
" John Solomons, of No. 23, as G. Swd. B. " Brothers James, Van Duyne, Roberts and
Faron, Gr. Stewards.
" Wm. Boardman, G. Pursuivant.
Bro. James Thorburn, G. Tiler. The Representatives of the Grand Lodges of New Jersey, Connecticut, Georgia, South Carolina, and Hamburg, and the Officers, Past Masters and members of the following Lodges:
Independent Royal Arch, No. 2,
Trinity, " 12,
Fortitude, " 19,
Abrams, " 20,
Washington, " 21,
Adelphi, " 23,
Mount Moriah, " 27,
Mechanic, " 31,
La Fayette, " 64,
Mariners, " 67,
Montgomery, " 68,
Naval, " 69.
These, together with the officers and members of Ancient Chapter, No. 1, of Royal Arch Masons, who attended by



special invitation of the Committee of Arrangements, werö formed under their several banners, in the usual line of procession, by the Grand Marshal, and proceeded through Mercer and Canal-streets, Broadway and Leonard street, to the residence of Maturin T iivingston, Esqr., where the Most W. Morgan Lewis, the Grand Master, took his station at the head of the fraternity. The procession then moved forward to Chambers-street, the right on Broadway; and after a detention of nearly two hours, it moved into its place in the line of the geheral procession, which constituted the principal feature in the ceremonies of the day. The route of the procession was around the Bowling Green, by the Battery; up Broadway to Union Square, down the Bowery to Grand-street; through Grand-street to the head of East Broadway ; down East Broadway and Chatham-street to the Park. The right of the procession arrived at the east side of the Park, while the left was passing it on Broadway, so that the line occupied the complete route, estimated to be six miles. The fraternity then returned to the Howard House, where the several bodies separated and repaired to their own quarters, and the Grand Lodge was closed in due form.
JÖecember 7, 5842.
QUARTERLY MEETING.
present :
The Rt. W. William Willis, D. G. M. as G. M., with other Grand Officers and the Representatives of the Grand Lodges of New-Jersey, the District of Columbia, South Uarolina, and Georgia, and the Representatives and Past Masters of 23 Lodges.
The Minutes of the meetings of the Grand Lodge on the 7th, 28th and 30th of September, and 14th of October last, were severally read and approved.



The Minutes of the Grand Stewards' Lodge of the 19th, 21st, and of the quarterly meeting of the 30th of November, were severally read, approved and confirmed.
The Grand Secretary stated that the commission as Representative from the Grand Masonic Lodge of Ireland, had recently been received by the Rt. W. Br. Robert R. Boyd, with his Regalia,* and he was now prepared for public reception in his official character. The commission was then read, and the Grand Master directed the Grand Marshal to introducé Brother Boyd, who was accordingly oonducted to the East, all the Brethren standing, and the Grand Marshal addressed the Grand Master as follows:
Rt. Worshippül :
I have the honor of presenting to your favorable notice, Worshipful Br. Robert R. Boyd, commissioned by the Rt. Worshipful Grand Lodge of aneient Free Masons of Ireland, as their Representative near this Grand Lodge.
He comes before you to be received as such, and to enter upon the duties assigned him.
The occasion is highly gratifying, that an opportanity is now afforded, to communicate with our warm hearted Brethren of the Emerald Isle, at home and abroad, in all the relations of a Representative, so necessary for the individnal as well as the common welfare of the Fraternity.
Nations have interchanged Ambassadors and Consuls, to protect their public interests, and to guard the rights of their countrymen in their distant pursuits, sanctioned for ages; so other bodies, of less importance, have deemed it necessary to appoint their Representative to perform a similar service.
Here then may we witness deputations from every clime, throughout the inhabited Globe, cementing in one bond of union, the whole family of man; but more especially the Brotherhood,
Here, in this Grand Lodge, shall we not urge a more lively exercise of our fraternal duties, animated by the prospect of the benefits to be derived from the distinguished Representatives already among us, both foreign and domestic, and especially from this Worshipful Brother, for whom I am happy to solicit a seat in this Grand Body, as such, from the Grand Masonic Lodge of Ireland.
The Rt. W. Brother Boyd then made the following address:
Rt. Worshipful Brother :
My presence this evening in my official capacity, after the Report of the Committee on Foreign Correspondence to this
" The Regalia of the Representative from Ireland, consists of a collar of watered garter blue ribbon, four inches wide, trimmed with gold lace, to which is suspended the gold level of a Senior Grand Warden, with the name of the Grand Lodge engraved thereon ; and a white satin apron trimmed plain with the same ribbon, and edged with gold fringe. The atriflgs of broad blue ribbon produced the cü'ect of a sash around the body.



December 7, A. L. 5842.
Grand Lodge, in June last, that I had tendered my resignation to tho Grand Masonic Lodge of Ireland, seems to require an explanation.
I was the first Representative Nominated by this Grand Body, and was the first appointed by the Grand Lodge of Ireland, in 1838, but remained until recently, without my Commission and Regalia, and until I had witnessed the reception of a number of Representatives, who, in conformity with the regulations adopted here, presented themselves in the full costume of their constituents, and with their commissions in hand.
I have, however, reasonto believe, that through the kind interference of the Representative of the Grand Lodge of Virginia, at Dublin, (who lias had to suffer under the same privation,) my letter of resignation was withheld, and I have at length had the pleasure to receive my commission from the Most Worshipful, his Grace, Augustus Frederick, Duke of Leinster, Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Ireland, with the Regalia, and honorable rank of Senior Grand Warden of that Grand Lodge.
I have since written to my colleague, the Rt. Worshipful Brother John Norman, requesting him to cancel all previous communications and commence dc novo.
In assuming thearduous task of Representative, I feel the responsibility and my own incompetency. Yet, surrounded as I am, by those who have in times past so often extended to me the hand of kindness, I dare not shrink from the duty, but cheerfully assume the badge of my office, and relying on the indulgence of the Grand Lodge, with pleasure take the responsibility of upholding the honor and interests of the Green Banner of my affiliated Grand Lodge.
I hold, Worshipful Sir, the duty of Representative, to be one requiring unceasing attention. To do his duty faithfully, and in accordance with the plan originally proposed, (and which 1 hope to see fully carried out,) he is not only to observe, preserve, and communicate all he may see of interest to his G. L. but he is to act as Minister and Consul to his Masonic Government. He must be the medium of communication, and should keep, and be kept, continually ïnformed of all alterations in the state of the institution, and the new regulations proposed or adopted; and a moment's reflection will convince any one, that this is not a duty to be assumed by one for the mere honor of the station. He must be prompt, vigilant and industrious, not occasionally, but continually.
Your Grand Lodge, Rt. Wor. Brother, was the first to propose the Representation system on this continent, and it is with no ordinary satisfaction I 3ee it so generally adopted ; and as it is as yet but in its infancy, whafmay we not hope will be the benefits resulting, when the plan is fully matured. We hope the day is not far distant, when there shall be a Grand Congress of Representatives at stated periods and in different countries, to review the past, and advise for the future: when every G. L. in the world, will be informed of the doings of the others. The Representative stands in this peculiar position—he is a member of one and Representative of another G. L., and as he acts under instructions, none but the purest motives will be called into action. On what spectacle, R. W. Br. could we look with so much pleasure as an assemblage of Delegates in this City, or in London, representing all the known G. Lodges of every nation, kindred and tongue ? I not only hope but expect, should my life be spared to the ordinary age of man, to see such an assembly.
I have now the pleasure of laying before this G. L. the first official communication received from the Grand Lodge of Ireland, through the R. W. Bro. Norman, Representative of this G. at Dublin.
/'DUBLIN, October 14, 1842.
II Worshipful Sir and Brother :
il You will receive, with this, a parcel containing a Book of the Constr tutions of Masonry, as acknowledged by the Grand Lodge of Frec and Ac*



cepted Masons of Ireland, which, as the Representative here of the Worshipful the Grand Lodge of New-York, I have been requested to forward to you, as our Representative there, for presentation to that Grand Lodge on the fust convenient opportunity.
" This Book also contains the Constitutions of several of the Supreme Degrees of Masonry and other matters of interest io the Grand Masonic community.
" I beg leave to request that on the presentation of this Token of Fraternity between the Grand Lodges of Ireland and New-York, you will be pleased to convey to your Worshipïul Grand Lodge, on my own behalf, my grateful acknowledgments for the very high favor conferred on me by their appointment of myself as their Representative in Ireland, and assure them of my sincere desire to proraote an intimate union of the two Grand Lodges, and every matter that can tend to the wel! being of the craft in general.
" I beg leave to observe, that the Grand Lodge of Ireland, considers the Representatives of Foreign Lodges entitled to the rank and privileges of Senior Grand Wardens, and to take the places aecordingly, as such at every public meeting.
" I have the honor to be, W. Sir and Brother,
" Your very Obedient Servant and Brother,
"JOHN NORMAN, " Past D. G. M. of Ireland.
"No. IS North Cumberland-street."
I now have the pleasnre of complying with his request, in presenting this beautiful copy of the Constitution of the Grand Lodge of Ireland, having a similar one for myself, as Representative, and while I am thus surrounded by those who had so often passed over in silence my uiany acts of indiscrelion, relying on a like indulgence, and asking the assistance of alt, in the discharge of my duty, I, with great pleasure, extern] the right hand of fellowship and Brotherly love to you, Right Wor. Sir, as to the Grand Lodge of the State of New-York, and from the Rt. Wor. the Grand Lodge of Ireland, and take the station assigned me, beneath the Shamrock and the Harp.
To which the Grand Master (receiving the hand of fellowship tendered to him in the name of the Grand Lodge of Ireland) made the following reply:
I most cordially greet you, Rt. W. Bro. Boyd, and in the nameof the Grand Lodge of the State of New-York, receive you as the Representative of the Rt. W. Grand Masonic Lodge of Ireland, and congratulato you on the honor which lias been conferred upon you. Although you have hitherto been'prevented by the delay in the receipt of your commission and regalia from a public reception, you have been acknowledged by the M. W. Grand Master from the time we first received official information of your appointment as Representative of Ireland. The unfortunate cause of the delay having been satisfactorily explaiued, I trast the mortification which you have personaily experienced has passed, and that you will have great satisfaction in discharging the duties of your office, and testifying your regard for the high distinction accorded to you by the Grand Lodge you represent.
You are correct in your views of the important duties of the Masonic Representative. Your correspondence with your constituents will require careful and thoughtful preparation. As a public minister from a sovereign power which is supported by the most diatinguishod men of Ireland, it will be your province to pay attention to such as may visit our State with letters of intro-



duction. They will naturally and properly bo commended to you officially by thoso, whom it will be your duty to know are worthy of Masonic Confidenco. But there are others from the Emerald Isle, who seek our shores and who do not come thusintroduced,to whom you may render thegreatest favors. Many of them are worthy Masons, such will naturally and properly seek the Representativo of their own Grand Lodge, for counsel and advige in a foreign Country. Your influence, judiciously exerted in their behalf, your advice for their future guidance, a word of kindness even, will be valuable to a brother in a strange land ; and these duties will be yours to perform, at least such we shall expect from our Representatives abroad, and throagh these channels the utility of the office must necessarily flow.
You will please express our thanks for the Book of Constitutions you have this evening presented from the G. Ij. of Ireland.
I have now only to express my hope that the seat which will hereafter belong to you, beneath the Banner of the Grand Masonic Lodge of Ireland, may long be occupied by one so capable and well beloved as he, to whom I now assign it.
The following letter was received from the Representative of the Grand Lodge at Frankfort on the Main :
FRANKFORT ON THE MAIN, 20tb Aug. 1S42. Rt. W. Br. Gr. Secretarï!
Beloved Brother,—
The Brotherly Message of the Most Worshipful Gr. L. of the State of New-York, dated the 4th of July, 1840, to the Gr. Mother Lodge of the Eclectic Free Mason's Union, gave the happy occasion, that Representaties should be elected betweeu the two Gr. Lodges, to conduct through them a correspondence which certainly must be of high interest and advantage to both. After having received the honorable nomination of Representative of the Most Worshipful Gr. Lodge of New-York, in the quarterly meeting of our Gr. Lodge of the 14th May, 1841, as also afterwards the necessary credentials and a message of our Gr. Lodge to the Gr. Lodge of New-York, I did not fail to remit you, Worshipful Brother, that message, as well as my credentials, accompanied by a letter of mine, and the last minutes of our Gr. Lodge. I handcd the package containing the above to Br. Wissman, here, who had the kindness to forward tho same to the care of Fr. Wissman, Esq., Consul for the City of Frankfort, at New-York, and therefore do not doubt that the same has come to your hands, although our Grand Lodge lias no advice yet of its receipt.
In accordance with my duties, I enclose you for delivery to the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, the minutes of our Grand Lodge of the 5th November, 1841; 28th January, 29th April, and lltli July, 1842; from which you will see the activity of our Gr. Lodge and her daughter Lodges, renewing at the same time, that I will always be ready to give to the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, all such information as she may wish to receive from our Grand Lodge and subordinate Lodges, as well as of Free Masonry in general.
From the communioations of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Hamburg, our Grand Lodge has seen what instructions our Worshipful Brother Pehmoller, as Representative of the Grand Lodge ofNew-York, has received, as respects the certificates of such brethren who are desirous to visit the Daughter Lodges of tho Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of New-York, and founded upon those, has giventhe order, that all brethren of our Lodge who wish to visit the Lodges of North America, have to have their certificates countersigned by me, as Representative of the Grand Lodge of New-York.



I hope I may expect with tho next dospatch of your Most Worshipful Gr. Lodge my instructions and the Jewels as Representative, as also the name of the Worshipful Brother, who has been nominated Representative of our Grand Lodge. I shall then immediately take the proper steps to have his credentials and instructions made out, and to remit them to you with the Jewels of our Grand Lodge-
The St. John's Lodge of Unity, had the 27th of June last, the rare celebration of their lOOth anniversary, which was attended by a very numerous body of Deputies and Brethren of Foreign Lodges, and I could not pass this festival without most sincerely congratulating the Lodge in the name of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of New-York, which was received under expressions of the greatest pleasure and obligation, charging me at the same time to render you their brotherly and heart-felt thanks, and to send you, as a token of acknowledgment, the^ annals of their Lodge, which were given to all the represented Lodges. Discharging this agreeable duty, I include the songs sung during the celebration, and hope soon to receive the further communications of your Most Worshipful Grand Lodge.
I beg you to assure the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of my sincerest respect and admiration, and greet you in brotherly love, and
Your true united Brother,
__ dr. leykam,
1 rofane address: Master of Lodge Charles of the Rising Light,
Malthaeüs Leykam, Honorary Member of St. John's Lodge of the etc. etc. United Brethren of the True Brotherhood at
Strasburg, of the Frankenese on the Rhine, at Frankenthal, and William of the Rising Sun, at Stuttgart.
A letter was also received from our Representative at Hamburg, which is as follows:
D ... HAMBURGH, October 18, 1842.
Rt. W. Brother:
Since I acknowledged receipt of your letter of 24th November, 1841, I received by W. Liechtenheim your letter of Ist February, thankful for the documents it was accompanied with. Your Ietter of 24th March, equally came to hand—it brought me the Regalia of the Grand Lodge of Ne w-York, which I am to wear as their Representative, which is done at our Masonic meetings.
This said letter equally forwards me some instructions, dated Grand Secretary s Office, New-York, 19th March, about a complaint against the Red Eagle Lodge, which I have taken note of. I cannot as yet, teil you any thing in answer to it, but assure you it shall have my attention, and I will at a later period relate upon it. Ihe dreadful catastrophe, our city has been subject to in the begin mng of May, has caused an interrnption in our Masonic meetings, which have been almost entirely suspended till on the beginning of September, as our premises were till then occupied by public offices, tliat burnêd down in the awlul days of May. Thus we had no meeting of the Grand Lodge since April, which I am to wait for, in order to plead your cause.
I have to crave your indulgence for my till now but little satisfactory correspondence with you. Frequent absences from home are cause of it, which however will no longer be necessary next year; my silence moreover can,and must be partly attributed to tho catastrophe of May, belore alluded to, which in the mean time has interrupted our meetings and created a good deal of extra business no one could withdraw from.



By a direct vossel for your port, vvhich is expectcd to sail in a week, I shall «end you some documents, which I liave collected for you, and which please receive; there are some amongst tliem to be forwarded to other directions, which please to effect, excusing the trouble. The said vessel is called the Stephaui, Flor, Master.
I am, with regard and respect, fraternally yours,
ANXO. DAN'L. PEHMOLLER.
Rt. W. James Herring, G. S.
New-York.
As connected with the subject of the admission of lsraelites to the German Lodges, an extract was read from the minutes of the Grand Lodge of Hanover, in 1842, received via. Frankfort, from our Representative there, and which will be hereafter reported on by the Committee on Foreign Correspondence.
The appointment of a Lecturer to attend the Convention of Lecturers at Baltimore, on the second Monday of May next, deferred at the annual communication until tliis meeting, was taken up, and the Rt. W. Ebenezer Wadsworth, Past Grand Lecturer, was appointed, and the Grand Officers empowered to fill the vacancy should any occur.
The W. Bro. Robertson invited the Grand Lodge to be present at the delivery of the first of a course of Lectures before St. John's Lodge, No. 1, to-morrow evening. The invitation was accepted, and the Grand Master expressed his great satisfaction that the recommendation of the Grand Lodge was now to be put in practice.
A report was received from W. Bro. Copeland, that he had, agreeably to instructions, proceeded to Nevvburgh, and on the 9th of Sept. had revived Hiram Lodge, No. 92, and had installed the Officers thereof.
The G. M. announced that the new Lodge Room at Brooklyn, would be dedicated on the evening of the 27th instant, at seven o'clock.



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December 27, 5842.
An emergent meeting of the Rt. W. Grand Lodge was lunai r' ^ * i'ont-street, Brooklyn, on Tuesday evening, ,e, of December, A. L. 5842, and was opened in the 3d degree of Masonry.
TRESENT :
The Rt. W. William Willis, D. G. M. as G. M.
" Wm, H. Walling, of No. 27, as D. G. M. " Wm. H. Hunter, of No. 92, as S. G. W. " F. W. Wallis, of No. 8G, as J. G. W. Rt. " James Herring, Gd. Sec'y.
" " Richard Ellis, G. Treasurer.
Rt. W. Rev. Evan M. Johnson, G. Chaplain.
W. Sylvester Spencer, as Assist. G. Chaplain. Kt. Vv. Joseph Sprague, G. Marshal.
" " John VV. Hudswell, G. St. B.
" " John Coffin, G. Swd. B.
" J. P. Pirsson,
" John Van Dnyne,
" Samuel Dean, ' „ „
" Robert Roberts, as >G. Stewards. Bro. Bohne,
W. Brutus M. Wattriponlt,
" James G. Finn, S. G. D.
" Greenfield Pote, J. G. D. " Wm. Boardman, G. P.
Bro. James Thorburn, G. T.
The Grand Master informed the G. L. that the object of the meeting was to dedicate the new Lodge Room which had lately been fitted np in the building in which = the" re(luested tlie Rt. W. Grand I ofW to ?!,!0™ arPr?cession' and conduct the Grand
dont Tri tk neW ge ro°m' which was accordingly done. In the new room, Fortitude and Hohenlinden
Lodges and numerous visiters had assembled, by whom



the Grand Lodge was received with tho customary salutations. The ceremony of dedication was tlien performed by the Grand Officers ; after which an oration on the origin and objects of Free Masonry was pronounced by Brother N. B. Morse; after which the Rt. W. Grand Chaplain, Bro. Johnson, made some remarks ; a collection was taken up for the benefit of the Lodges meeting in that room, and the ceremonies were closed by prayer by the Rev. Bro. Thomas.
The Grand Lodge then returned to the apartment where it was opened, and was closed in due form.
JAMES HERRING, Grand Secretary.
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March 1» 5343.
GUARTERLY MEETING.
PRESENT :
Rt. W. William Willis, D. G. M. as G. M.
The other Grand Officers, and the Representatives of the Grand Lodges of Hamburg, New Jersey, Connecticut, Georgia, Ireland, S. Carolina, and the District of Columbia, and the Representatives and Past Masters of twentytwo Lodges.
The minutes of the meetings of the G. L. of the 7th and 27th of December, 1842, were severally read and approved.
The minutes of the meetings of the G. S. L. of the 25th of January, and of the Quarterly Meeting of the 22d of February last, were severally read and confirmed.
The very Worshipful Brother Chouquet, G. Inspectorof the Lodges under the Supreme Council of F rance, was announced, and received with the honors of a G. Officer.
A communication was received from the Lodge L'Union Frangaise, No. 17, which, after being read, was, on motion of the Rt. W. G. Treasurer, laid over till the annual communication, for consideration.



April 5, 5843.
lhe Grand Lodge of the M. W. Fraternity of Free and Accepted Masens of the State of JNew-York, was convened on Wednesday evening, the öth of April, A. L. Ö843 and was opened in due forrn.
PRESENT :
Rt. W. Wm. Willis, D. G. M. as G. M., and other G. Olficers, and the JV] asters, VVardens, and Past Masters of twenty Lodges, and numerous visiting Brethren.
J he Grand Master informed the Grand Lodge that ConvenUon, at Washington, last spring, had recommended the appointment of Lecturers by the G. Lodges of the United States, and the holding a Convention in Baltimore, in ivlay next, for the purpose of effecting a uniform mode of work throughout the Union : that some of the G l^odges had recommended that a Delegate should be sent to kngland for the purpose of obtaining the Lectures of the three degrees as authorized by the Grand Lodge of Eneland, but as thereis a Brother with us perfectly competent to dehver those lectures, he had thought proper to convene the Urand Lodge, that an opportunity might be afforded the Brethren to hear them. Brother Jacob Norton, of Joppa LiOdge, London, was tlien introduced to the East. Bro Morley, of Bntannia Lodge, at Sheffield, acted as S. W. j rJrother Chfton as Junior Warden, and Bro. Spear, of St. Johns Lodge No. 1, as Inner Guard. A Lodge of Entereu Apprentices was opened, and the ceremonies of Initiation exemphfied, and illustrated by the Lectures. The Entered Apprentice's Lodge was closed. The evening bein£ lar spent, ït was, on motion, resolved, that the G. L. adl^rnj-Untl ^ednes^ay evening next, for the purpose of attending to the remaining Lectures, at which time Brother INoiton kmdly promised to be present.
I he Grand Lodge wasthen adjourned accordingly.
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April 12, 5843.
The Grand Lodge convened, pursuant to adjournment, at 7 o'clock, on Wednesday evening, the 12thof April, 1843, and was called to order.
VUESENT:
Rt. W. Wm. Willis, D. G. M., as G. M.; and ot'ner G. Officers, and a large number of members of the G. Lodge, and visiting Brethren.
Bro. Norton then took his seat in the East.
" Morley in the West.
" Clifton in the South.
" Spear as Past M aster.
" Vamburg as Inner Guard.
The ceremony of opening an Entered Apprentice's Lodge was then exhibited. A candidate was then examined for advancement. A Fellow Crafts Lodge was then opened, and a candidate passpd to that degree, which was folio wed by the Lecture thereon, and a candidate for the third degree was examined. After which a Lodge of Master Masons was opened and the candidate conducted through the ceremonial of a reception to the third degree. The Lodge was then closed in the 3d degree.
Thé-Grand Master called the attention of the G. L. to the regulation which forbids the delivery of Lectures except by permission of the Grand Lodge, or the presiding officer, after the course had been heard and approved. W hèreupon, on motion duly made and seconded, it was unanimously
Resolved, That the Rt. W. D. G. m. be requested to grant letlers of authority, under his hand, to Brother Norton, to deliver the same course of Masonic Lectures in any of the sübordinate Lodges of this State, who may think proper to invite him to do so.
Resolved, unanimously, That the tlianks of the G. L. be returned to Dro. Norton, for his kindness in delivering the Lectures and illustrating the work of the three degrecs, as practiced by the Lodges sübordinate to the G. L. ol England, in the presence of this Grand Lodge.
The Grand Lodge was then closed.



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Tune 7, A. L. 5843.
The Grand Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge ot the Most Ancient and Honorable Fraternity of Free and Accepted Masons of the State of New-York, was „ Grand Lodge room, at the Howard House, in the L-ify ol JNevv-Yorfc, on Wednesday evening the 7t'h of



June, A. L. 5843, and opened in due form,and with solemn prayer by the Grand Chaplain, the Rt. W. and Reverend Salem Town.
The Rt. VV. William Willis, D. G. M. as Grand Master. " " John D. Willard, S. G. W. as D. G. M. " " Richard Carrique, J. G. W. as S. G. W. " " Klisha Gilbert, P. J. G. W. as J. G. W. " " James Herring, G. Secretary.
" " Richard Ellis, G. Treasurer.
" " and Rev. S. Town, G. Chaplain. " " Joseph Sprague, G. Marshal.
" " John \V. Hudswell, G. Stand. Bearer. " " John Coffin, G. Sword Bearer.
" Ralph James, G. Steward.
" James G. Finn, S. G. D.
" Greenfield Pote, J. G. D. " Wm. Boardman, G. Pursuivant.
Bro. James Thorburn, G. Tiler.
The M. W. Daniël B. Bruen G. Master of New Jersey. TheRt.W. and Rev. Hiram Chamberlain, Grand Chaplain of Missouri, the Representatives of the Grand Lodges of Hamburg, Georgia, S. Carolina,N. Jersey and Connecticut; and the Representatives and Past Masters of the following
PRESENT :
LODGES:
St. John's, No. 1. Mt. Moriah, No. 27.
Ind. Royal Arch, 2. Benevolent, 28.
Mt. Vernon, 3. Mechanic, 31.
St. Patrick's, 4. Warren, 32.
Hudson, 7. Ark, 33.
Unity, 9. Olive Branch, 39.
Trinity, 12. Sylvan, 41.
Apollo, 13. Star, 43.
Temple, 14. Utica, 47.
L'Union Franjais, 17. Watertown, 49.
Fortitude, 19. Brownville, 53.
Abrams, 20. Hohenlinden, 56.
Washington, 21.Phcenix,
St. John's, 22. Manhattan, 62.
Adelphi, 23. La Fayette, 64.
Albion, 26. Morning Star, 65.



Richmond, 66. Pytliagoras, 86.
Mariners, 67. Scodac Union, 87.
Montgomery, 68. Batavia, 88.
Naval, 69. K. Sol.'s Primitive, 91.
Evening Star, 75. Hiram, 92.
Washington, 85.
ADDRESS
OF THE RT. VV. WILLIAM WILLIS, D. G. M., ACTING AS G. M.
Rt. ]V. and IV. Bretlircn,
Representativcs of the Masonic Fratcrnity of the State of New- York.
Oiice more convened according to the custora of the Ancient Craft, in our annual assembly, wisely to consider, and gravely to discuss such measures as are of interest to Masons and Masonry, I am happy to be enabled to congratulate you on the prosperous condition of the Institution throughout the world, and especially on the favorable progress of events, during the pastyear, in the wideextentof our own country. The Fraternal intercourse with the G. Lodges of Europe is gradually increasing in interest and satisfaction ; and it is most probable, by prudent and proper measures, steadily pursued, a perfect harmony may be effected amongst all the regular Lodges of the old world and the new, and that the exclusiveness which has been created in the last century, by systems and prejudice will give place to the reciprocity of benefits which will result from universal toleration.
The measures generally, which were proposed and put in operation at our last annual communication, have proved highly advantageous, and will become more so hereafter, if strictly and uniformly practiced. I will mention particularly the regulationsrelating to Grand Lodge Certificates, and Registry. Circumstances have come to my knowledge, which I do not deem it expedient at present to mention, but, they are of sucn a nature as carry with them ample proof of the necessity of the viest inflexible adherence to those regulations by every Lodge in this State.
Since our last communication a great variety of business of interest to the Craft has passed under my observation, some portions of which involving important questions of wright and wrong, I cannot avoid laying before you, that the decisions I have found it my duty to make, may have yourapprobation or revision, as you may regard them correct, or otherwise.
The first case I have to state, is one in which the rights and privileges of the Master of a Lodge were placed in jeopardy by the action of his Lodge. After the Lodge was opened, the Master had occasion to be absent for a short time, leavingthe Senior Warden in the chair. On his retnrn to his seat, he found that charges had been preferred against him, and a committee appointed to try him, and the Senior Warden refused to return to his hands the Warrant and Mallet of the Lodge; complaint being made to me by the Master, I directed the Grand Secretary to inform the said Senior Warden, that it was my direction that he should forthwith return the Warrant tothe hands of the Master, and that the action of the Lodge on that case must be suspended, and the members hold themselves in readiness to maintain their charges before the Grand Steward's Lodge, which was all promptly complied with by the parties. The ground of my decision is this ; the Master of a Lodge is only su bject to impeachment and trial before his peers, who are acquainted with his duties, but which the members generally of a Lodge cannot know, until they are



Ihemselves seatedinthe Oriental Chair. A'copy of the letter to tlie S. W. of that Lodge is herewith snbmitted, and marked A.
The next case involving an important, principle, wliieh I have to slate, is in -relation to the initiation of a person who had been previously received in a clandestine Lodge. In confonnity to the Constitution, and tlie by-Laws of the Lodge to which he applied, he paid $-20, the regular initiation fee, but after his initiation, the Lodge returned him $15. At the time these facts were made knownto ma, I was also informed that other candidateswere onthe books of that Lodge for initiation, and on the same terms—Kegarding this course of aetion on the part of the Lodge as a direct violation of Masonic duty, and a circumvention of the Constitution, I caused a letter to be addressed to the Lodge, a copy of which is herewith snbmitted, inarked B.
From the register of' the past year, it appears ihat of the noviciates of the Order in tl',is city, more than half are raised to the rank ofM. M's in a fortnight from their initiation, many in the course of a week or ten days, others in two or three days, and soine within twenty four hours, even without the permission of the Graud Master. The circumstances ofa candidate may and do soinetimes justify the making by dispensation, and when this is the case, and upon proper applicatisn, it lias never been refused^ Finding the extent to which the rapid processof conferring degrees had been tolerated, and the rights or the Grand Master and of the Gj-and Lodse infringed, I determined to vindicate the Grand Master's prerogative, andthefinaiioial interest of the Grand Lodge, and at the same time to call the attentión of the Alasters of Lodges to the impropriety ol conferring the degrees of Masonrv in the rapid succession which has extensively prevailed in this city, a pract'ice which I am satisfied is full of evils, is not justified by ancient practice, and which requires correction. I therefore caused letters to be directed to two Lodges of this City, a copy of which is submitted, marked C. . i
At the close of our last annual communication, I was in hope that existing regulations would prove sufficiënt for good government, but i am constrained unwillingly to believe that even in the Craft, where order and discipline ought to be exhibited in the utmost perfection, new regulations will be occasionally necessary to check erroneous constrnctions of existing laws ; and as we are novv about to enter on a revision of our code as well as to decids upon some important questions of law, I beg leave to direct your attentión to certain principles of our compact, which I am anxious should be keptin view, in your future deliberations.
The ancient Constitution and Landmauks of onr Order were not made by us. We have voluntarily put ourselves under them, as have our predecessors for ages before us. As they are, we must conform to them, or leave the Institution, bdt we cannot alter them. The regulations of the Grand Lodge which are made by ourselves, must be in couformity with the Constitution of the Order.
Immediately after the close of the last Annual Communication, the Grand officers addressed a letter to the Lodges and Fraternity in the State, which, in accordance with the desire expressed at that Assembly, contained such inforination and advice as was deemed appropriate to the occasion. As it is a part of the business of the Grand Lodge to cause such an annual letter to be prepared, I would snggest the propriety of your indicating those by whom you desire it should be written.
In the course of the last winler, I visited officially most of the Lodges in the Cities of New-York and Brooklyn, and imparted such instruction, admonition or reproof as circumstances seemed to requive. I had the pleasure ofhearing in some of the Lodges, very interesting addresses, and Scientific Lectures, and remarked that they were generally well attended.
From the reports of the Grand Visiters, that I have had an opportunity of



exauiining, 1 am fully satisfied that no further outlay of time and money for the collection of forfeited warrants can'be justified.
Ifeelit my dutyagaiu to call your attention to the consideration of the present allowance of mileageand daily pay of the delegales frora distant Lodges. The reasons I offered in my last annual communication, remain in iuil forco, and I earnestly urge your consideration of them.
Brethren—in conducting the affairs of our Institution, every member has souie duty to perform. The carelessness ór negligence of some, can in no way justify indifference in others. To us, however, it pecnliarly belongs— to exemplify the prlnciples and practices which we teach. To this Body appertains the full control of an Institution abounding in the most glorious capabilities. It is our duty to give to our powers, that direction which wil! insure the most permanent, satisfactory and beneficial results. It is I believe a universal sentiment in the Fraternity. that with us as a Fraternity, there exists an abiiity to do a greater amount ofgood than any other assoeiation on earth. Let us then unito in our elforts to b:rild up our Fraternal Temple upon a solid foundation, not looking for the realizalion of all our hopes and expectations in the contracted space of a day or a year, but with adetermination to persevere in every good and honorable work, and with a confidence that in proportion to our exertions with uniied hearts and hands, will those works progress.
These, my Brethren, are a few of the subjects to which your attention is invited this session. Others of importance, both in relation to our Foreign and Domestic affairs will be laid belore you by the proper Grand Officers and Committees. 1 have now only torecommend that the brethren will, with me, lay aside all personal considerations, and invoking the blessing of the Divine Architect of the Universe upon our labors, enter on the work before us with afixed determination to rebuild a Temple out of the materials in our hands, which shall call forth the admiration and praise of every beholder.
The Grand Master's Address was referred to a Select Committee, composed of the W. Brothers Wadsworth, Perry and Robertson.
The Rt. W. Brother Coffin offered a resolution to deny to any deformed person (as club footed) a seat in the G. L., and also to refuse admission to any officer of a Lodge who has, or shall hereafter initiate such deformed person. The niotion being duly seconded, was laid on the table.
The minutes of the G. L. of the Ist March, and the öth and 12th of April, were read and passed as correct.
The minutes of the Grand Stewards' Lodge of March 15th, April 19th and 26th, Rlay 3d, lOth and 17th, were read. A motion being made and seconded to confirm the minutes as read, the Rt. W. Brother \\ illard expressed the opinion that the minutes of the G. Stewards' Lodge did not require the confirmation of the G. L.
It having been usual for the Grand Lodge to confirm or disapprove the proceedings of the G. S. L., the opinion of the Rt. W. Bro. Willard led to a lengthencd debate, and the Rt. W. acting Grand Master. ordcrcd all the papers



connected \yith the case of Richmond Jones, before tlic Grand Stewards' Lodge to be read ; but the G. Lodge, by resolution, deferred the reading of the papers till to-morrow morning, at lOo'cIock.
The motion was then renewed to confirm the proceedings of the Grand Stewards' Lodge, when the Rt. W. Brother Willard raised the question, as a point of order, whether, on the reading of the minutes of the G. S. L. ït was in order to confirm them except on an appeal.
The G. M. decided that the G. L. had full power to confirm or disapprove the minutes of the G. S. L. and that it was in order to confirm the minutes if they thought proper.
An appeal was taken by Bro. Willard. On the question being put, it was declared to be decided in the negative.
A call of Lodges was then demanded, but while the question was pending, the whole matter was laid on the table till 10 o'clock to-morrow morning.
.The minutes of the G. S. L. at the quarterly meeting on the 31st of May, were then read, and on motion being made to approve and covfirm, them, the motion was made to lay the question on the table until to-morrow morning, at 10 o'clock. An amendment was offered to fix the time to-morrow evening.
The previous question was then moved, and the Chair decided the main question to be on laying on the table, from which an appeal was taken, and the Chair was not sustained ; the question on the previous question was then called for, when
A motion to adjourn until 10 o'clock to-morrow morning, was made and passed in the affirmative.
The G. L. was adjourned accordingly.



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Thursday ESorning', June 8, A. Xi. 5843.
The Grand Lodge convened pursuant to adjournment, on Thursday morning, June 8th, 5843, at 10 o'clock, and was called to order.
The Rt. W. John D. Willard, S. G. W. as G. M. " " " Richard Carrique, J. G. W. as D. G. M. And other Grand Officers and Representatives as before.
The Minutes of the Grand Lodge of last evening were read.
The G. M. stated that the business laid on the table until this time would be first in order. It was, on motion of the Rt. W. Bro. Willard, (Rt.W. Bro. Carrique in the Chair,)
Resolved, That said business be laid on the table until 11 o'clock.
The following Committees were then appointed:
Standing Committees, June 1843.
C Right W. Bro. Herring, On Credentials, < " Bro. JFioffman,
( " Bro. Perry.
C Right W. Bro. Willard, On Grievances, 1 " Bro. Barnum, ( Bro. James.
C Right W. Bro. Carrique, On Warrants, 1 " « Bro. Wadsworth, ( " Bro. H. Arnold. C W. Bro. B. S. Adams, On Chanty, S « Bro. C. S. Rowell,
(_ Bro. L. Powers.
On accounts of De- ^ 510" Murdock,
legates. ) >ro-
r iiro. Lodge.
On Foreign Corres-S " Br°. J. P. Pirsson,
pondcnce. ) lt < n'°' W. Wallis,
f • Bro. J. H. Rogers.
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PRESENT :



On By-Laws of Lodges,
On Room Rent,
Righl W. Bro. Feuchtwanger, " Bro. R. Roberts, " Bro. Weed. « W. Bro. Gilbert, " Bro. Copeland, " Bro. JMarsh.
The G. Secretary was directed to place in the hands of the appropriate Committees the papers in his hands relating to business for their consideration.
Ordered that the Election of G. Officers shall take place this evening, at 8 o'clock.
The question on the appeal from the decision of the Chair was then taken up, and the Rt. W. Bro. Willard stated that he withdrew his appeal, and raoved that on the motion to confirm the rainutes of the G. S. L., the word received should be substituted for covjirmed, which motion being duly seconded, the Rt. W. Brother was proceeding to state his reasons why the word received, should be so substituted for the word confirmed, when the W. Bro. Dugan rose to a point of order, as the Rt. W. Bro. was thought to be entering on the merits of the main question, and not discussing the amendment. The Chair decided that the Rt. W. Brother was not in order. The amendment was unanimously carried •, and the question, as amended, being put, was unanimously carried, and the minutes of the G. S. L. were received.
After some introductory remarks by the Rt. W. Bro. W illard, it was
Resot.ved, That the amount of ®19, for which the Rt. W. Bro. Cuyler was held aecountable, at the last annual connnunicatioD, be remitted.
Brother James offered the following resolution :
Resolved, That by the provisions of the Constitution, and particular regulations of this Grand Lodge, it is not requircd, and is therefore inexpedient, for this liody to confirm or disallow, by a vote, any judicial proceedings of the Grand Stewards' Lodge, (acting within the limit of their Constitutional powers,) nnless an appeal therefrom be taken to the Grand Lodge.
The resolution was discussed at length, and on being put to the vote, was unanimously adopted.
The W. Bro. Perry ofifered the following resolution, which was referred to the (Jommittee on the Revision of the Constitution :



Resolved, That it shall be the duty of the Secretary of each subordinate Lodge, under the jurisdiction of this Grand Lodge, to cummunicate to the Grand Visiter of the county where such Lod^e is held, the name of every candidate rejected ; and the Grand Visiter shall commnnicate the same to each Lodge in his vicinity, and also to the Grand iSecretary.
The Grand Secretary then presented the following Report, which was accepted : •
To the Rt. W. Grand Lodge of the State of New-York:
The Grand Secretary lias to report, that from the 25th of May, 5842, to the 31st of May, 5843, he has received the siim of $1,727 35^.
For Returns and Registry Fees, - - $1,252 1 IJ For Certificates, - 133 75
For Dispensatious, - . 90 00
For Warrants, .... 64 00
For Dividends, .... J73 99
From Miscellaneous sources, ... 8 50
Paid to the Grand Treasurer, - - $1,727 354
The following Lodges are in arrears for dues, and have made no returns to the Grand Lodge, and are subject to a forfeiture of their warrants.
St. George's Lodge, No. 6, 4 years.
Western Star, 15, 2 "
Rising Sun, 37, 3 "
Evening Star, 44, 4 «
Hohenlinden, 56, 2 "
Caledonia, 63, reported last year, 8 "
Union, 70, 2 «
Junius, 74, •• ti ti 3 11
This Lodge has held no election since their revival.
Western Light, 76, 3 years.
Caineron, 77, 3 "
Mixville, 78, 2 "
Hamilton, 79, 2 "
AU which is respectfully submitted,
JAMES HERRING, Grand Secretary.
The Grand Treasurer made the following Report, which was accepted:
The Grand Treasurer of the Rt. W. the Grand Lodge of the State of NewYork, has the honor respectfully to Report,
There was due him, as per Report of Grand Stewards. May 23, 1842, A.
'u- , $512 30
öince which he has paid, as per vouchers,
Salaries, - $785 50
Delegates to this Grand Lodge, - 506 85
^en' 155 00
Incidental, .... 152 67
Donations, - - - . 31 oo
1,631 02
$2,143 32



He haa received from the R. W, G. S. during the saaie time, $1,727 35 and there is a balance, now due him, - 415 97
$2,143 32
AU of which is respectfully submitted.
RICHARD ELLIS, Grand Treasurer.
New York, June 7, A. L. 5843.
The W. Brother, John S. Weed, offered the following resolntion, which was referred to the Comraittee on the Revision of the Constitution :
Rebolved, That the Committee appointed to revise the Constitution be requested to substitute the words " intoxicating liquors," for the words " distilled spirits,"page 57, sect. 18.
The G. L. then adjourned till 4 o'clock this afternoon.
Thursday Afternoon, June 8, A. ïi. 5843.
The G. L. convened pursuant to adjournment, at four o'clock, on Thursday afternoon, the 8th of June, 5843, and was called to order.
PRESENS I
Rt. W, Wm. Willis, D. G. M. as G. Master.
" " Richard Carrique, J. G. W. as S. G. W.
" " E. Wadsworth, as J. G. W,
And other Grand Officers and the Representatives of Lodges as before.
The Minutes of the G. L. held this morning were read and passed as correct.
Rt. W. Bro.Wadsworth requested that some time might be fixed for the reception of his report as Delegate to the Convention of G. Lecturers, recently held at Baltiraore ; whereupon the G. L. appointed to-morrovv afternoon, at 4 o'clock, as the time to receive the said report.



A letter was read from the Rt. W. Wm. Kerwood, Representative of the G. L. near the G. L. of New-Jersey, conveying the pleasing intelligence that the Masonic Institution in that state is rapidly recovering from the depression under which it has labored for some years past, and that the mistaken popular excitement against it is nearly at an end. Also informing the G. L. that our Order in that state has met with a great loss in the death of our worthy Brother John Mershon, who had held the office of Grand Secretary many years, to the entire satisfaction of all its members.
A letter from Phcenix Lodge, No. 58, at Lansingburgh, was read, giving a very gratifying statement of the condition of that Lodge, and of the harmony and good feeling existing among its members, and of the confidence and good feeling evinced towards them by the co'mmunity at large.
A letter from Temperance Lodge No. 89, at Newfane, Niagara County, was received, embracing a brief statement of the progress and prospects of that new Lodge, and conveying the very encouraging evidence of their prudence and zeal for the preservation of the strict principles of that body, that they have the opportunity afforded of receiving many more than they are willing to admit, until their characters and conduct have undergone the strictest scrutiny.
A letter was read from W. Bro. John S. Perry, containing a statement of the general condition of the Lodges in the County of Rensselaer, which was very satisfactory.
A letter from Naval Lodge, No. G9, was read and referred to the Committee on Grievances.
The following Memorial was then presented and read :
To the -V. W. Grand. Lodge of the Ancient and Honorable Fraterniiy of Free and Aceepted Masons of the State of New- York :
Rt. W. and W. Brethren:—
The subscribers, deeply impressed with the desire of placing our Institution in a position of permanent honor and usefulness, most respectfully present for your consideration the necessity of taking immediate and active measures for raising a fund sufficiënt to accotnplish the following objects:
lst, The erection of a HALL in the City of New-York, for the Grand Lodge and other Masonic Ëodies.
2d. The founding an ASYLUM for worthy, decayed Masons, their Widow* and Orphans.
For the accomplishment of these noble purposes we invoke your honorable body to use your influence with the Brethren of this State, by sending forth



a guitable appeal to their liberality, and by constituting proper agents to solicit and receive contributions.
In testimony of our own sincerity, and confidence in the ability of the Fraternity of the State of New-York, we ask your acceptance of our own subscriptions in Cash, and proraise to pay annually hereafter, tili the works be completed, something towards the necessary fund.
It is our desire, if the Grand Lodge accept of our offering, that the fund thus raised be carefully invested by the Trustees of the Grand Lodge, and preserved for the especial purposes above set forth, until the Grand Lodge shall decide that a sufficiënt fund has accumulated for the completion of the first object, to wit. the erectiou of a GRAND HALL, free frora incurabrance: after which, the same means to be continued until the second object can be, in like nianner, put in operation.
All of which is respectfully submitted.
The document was signed by one hundred Brethren, and the amount subscribed, upwards of three hundred dollars. It was referred to a select Committee of five.
The Rt. W. J. G. Warden nominated the Rt. W. Wm. Willis, D. G. M. as Chairman.
The following Brethren were then nominated from the Chair, and confirmed by the Grand Lodge :
Kt. W. John D. Willard, Rt. VV. Richard Carrique, Rt. W. J ames H. Rogers, and W. John Charles Alstadt.
The W. Bro. Perry offered an amendment to the regulation adopted last June, in relationto the Grand Lodge Certificates, which was approved, and the regulation as amended is as follows :
03^ That no Mason be admitted to any subordinate Lodge, under the jurisdiction of this G. Lodge, or receive the charities of any Lodge, unless he shall, on such application, exhibit a Grand Lodge Certificate, duly attested by the proper authorities, except he is knoivn to the Lodge to be a worthy Brotker.
The Grand Lodge then adjourned until seven o'clock this evening.



Thursday Evening-, JTune 8, 5843.
The G. L. convened pursuant to adjournment, at seven o'clock on Thursday evening, the 8th of June, 5843, and was called order.
present :
The Rt. W. William Willis, D. G. M. as G. M.
" " John D. Willard, S. G. W. as D. G. M.
" " Richard Carrique, J. G. W. as S. G. W.
And other Grand Officers( and the Representatives of Lodges as before.
The Minutes of the Grand Lodge, held this afternoon, were read and approved.
W. Brother Booth requested leave of absence, after the meeting this evening, which was granted.
Brother Beckwith, J. \V. of Mariners Lodge, No. 67, being announced, was admitted, but the Rt. W. Bro. Coffin objecting to his admission, the Brother retired until the question of his right should be decided. The W. Brother Coffin otfered a resolution that the Brother should not be admitted.
1 he Cliief argument of the Rt. W. Brother in support of his resolution was, that the Constitution of Masonry had been violated in the making of Bro. Beckwith.*
The question was discussed at some length, and although the Kt. W. D. G. M. and others expressed the opinion that the Lodge in which Bro. Beckwith had been initiated, was subject to discipline, others gave their opinions that he having been initiated in a regular Lodge, ought to be recognized. [The hour for the election having arrived, it was re-
* The clause of the Constitution referred to is as follows : " Every person desiring admission inust also be upright in body, not dfformcd, or dismenibered at the time of making, but of liale and entire linibs, as a man ought to be"; and severul former decisions ol the Grand Lodge, refusing perniission to niake Masons in certain spccilied cases, wcre referred to, and read from the minutes.



solved thal tlle election be postponed half an hour.] The debate on the raotion then continued,and after being maturely considered, the question was put to vote, and it was decided to admit the Brother to a seat in the Grand Lodge.
The Grand Lodge then proceeded to the election of Grand Officers for the ensuing year.
On motion of the Rt. W. Bro. Coffin, it was unanimously
Resolved, That when there is but one candidate for office, the election shall be held by show of hands.
The following officers were then elected :
M. W.MO KG AN LE WIS, of Staatsburgh, Dutchess County, G. M aster.
I he Rt. W. Wm. Willis, D. G. M., then made knovvn hts intention to decline being again a candidate for re-election, and thanked the G. L. for the kind support they had given him during his continuence in office, whereupon
The Rt. W. Alex. H. Kobertson, of the City of NewYork, was unanimously elected Deputy Grand M aster.
The Rt. W. John D. Willard of Troy, S. G. W,
The Rt. W. Richard Carrique, of Hudson, J. G. W.
The Kt. W. James Herring, ol the Cit\' of N. Y., G. S.
The Rt. W. Richard Ellis, " " " G. T.
The Rt. W. and Reverend Salem Town, of Aurora; Evan JVi. Johnson, of Brooklyn ; Charles C. Burr, of Troy; and William W. Wallace, of the City of New-York; were elected Grand Chaplains.
The W. William Boardman, Grand Pursuivant.
The W. Brothers Pote and Copeland, and Bro. Thorburn, were severally nominated for the office of Grand Tiler.
The Grand Lodge proceeded to ballot, and after balloting four times without either candidate receiving a majority of votes, a motion prevailed to postpone the election till eight o'clock to-morrow evening.
The G. Lodge then adjourned until 10 o'clock to-morrow morning.



Friday ÏMCorning1. Tune 9, A. I. 5843.
The G. L. convened, pursuant to adjournment, at ten o'clock, on Friday morning, June 9, 1843, and was called to order.
PRESENT :
The Rt. W. John D. Willard, S. G. W. as G. M.
The M. W. D. B. Bruen, G. M. of New Jersey.
The Rt. W. and Reverend Hiram Chamberlain, G. C. of the G. L. of Missouri; and other Grand Officers, and the Representatives of the Lodges as before.
The minutes of the meeting of the G. L. held last evening were read and approved.
A letter was received from the Rt. W. and Reverend Hiram Chamberlain, commissioned by the M. W. G. M. of Missouri " to obtain pecuniary aid from the benevolent of the Fraternity in the Eastern States, for the endowment of a college for the education of the sons of indigent Masons," and requesting permission to bring the subject before the G. L.
On motion,
Resolted, That the Rt. W. Brother have leave to address the G. L. at any convenient time which he may select during the session.
The Grand Secretary informed the Grand Lodge that the Grand Lodge of Texas, had appointed a Representative to this Grand Lodge, who is now ready to present his credentials, and desired to be received and accredited. The Grand Master then requested the Grand Lodge to assist at the reception of the Representative of the Grand Lodge of Texas.
The Grand Secretary then retired and introduced the Rt. W. Brother Lewis Feuchtwanger, who was attended by the Grand Deacons, to the presence of the Grand Master, a. -a['er being presented by the Grand Secretary, made the following address:
5



Rt. Worshipful Sir:
In presenting you, herewith, my letters of commission and creden£ö from the Grand Lodge of the Republic of Texas, who lias honored me with the appointment as her Representative to this R. W. G. L., I confess that I feel somewhat embarrassed upon assuming this responsible and exalted station, and cannot but regret that that G. Lodge has selected such an inefficient instrument as myself, whose capacity to the task he has to perform is not adequate to the expectations, which are justly entertained either by herself or by your Rt. W. Body.
I feel, nevertheless, proud of this distinguished honor conferred on me, and trust that my abilities, although feeble, may be stimulated by my earnest desire to do justice to the trust reposed in me, and encouraged by your indulgence, hope to be able to contribute what my duties require, and that under your guidance, may yet prove serviceable to my constituents; and it will be my constant endeavor to communicate with diligence and fidelity to the Grand Lodge I am representing, all matters of interest to the Craft; and exert myself to promote the harmony of the Fraternity ; to cultivate the friendship of this Rt. W. Grand Lodge, so as to merit its respect and confidence, and will always keep in sighf, the honor, interest and dignity of that Grand Body I have the honor of representing,
The system of an interchange of Representatives is now successfully followed up by almost all Grand Lodges of the Continent, and from the proceedings of the Grand Lodge of the Republic of Texas, I perceive that she is likewise hi^hly commending and adopting the system, and has at the same time appointed a Representative to the Grand Lodge of England, and she is aware of the beneficial results which may be obtained from alliances among the Masonic Bodies over all the civilized world, so that the ancient landmarks of our beloved and glorious Order may be preserved in their purity.
It afTords me high satisfaction, Rt. W. Sir, to inform this R. W. Body that the G. Lodge of the Republic of Texas, has, by an unanimous vote constituted your Rt. W. Grand Secretary, Br. James Herring, Honorary Member of that Body, in consideration and as a testimonial of the great services he is rendering to the Craft, and it is quite manifest, that it is not alone ourselves, but other Bodies who justly appreciate the talents, faithfulness and motives of our Rt, W. G. Secretary in advancing the interest of Free Masonry.
In conclusion, you will permit me, Rt. W. Sir, to tender you, on behalfof the Grand Lodge of the Republic of Texas, the right hand of Fellowship, and to wish for yourself, and the Rt. W. Body over which you preside, prosperity and happiness.
The Rt. W. Brother Willard, acting as Grand Master, replied to the address of the Representative of Texas, and after declaring bis pleasure at the occasion thus afforded him of giving him a sincere and cordial welcome, he alluded to the rapid progress of Masonry in the young republic of the single Star, and expressed the hope that the Grand Lodge, whose Representative was then before him, might go on in the diffusion of the benign principles of the order, until suns and moons and stars should cease to shine.
The Grand Master then advanced, and laking the new Representative by the hand, conducted him to his seat in in the East.



The Committce on Foreign Correspendence then presented and read their Report, which was accepted, and was referred to tl ie new Committee on Foreign Correspondence for revision, and preparation for publication.
Brother James presented the following report from the Committee on Grievances, which was accepted and adopted:
The Committee on Grievances, to whom was referred the following communication from St. John's Lodge, No 1, Newark, N. J. respectfully Report:
That inasmuch as said Lodge has signified its determination to adhere to the ancient landmarks of the order, and as the Grand Lodge of N. J., at its last annual communications, has exercised its jurisdiction and power in relation to the matters referred to in said communication, the Committee would recommend the adoption of the following resolution:
Resolved, That the interdict of this Grand Lodge, passed at its last annual communication, so far as the same relates to said St. John's Lodge, No. 1, Newark, N. J. be, and the same is hereby repealed.
J. D. WILLARD, )
T. D. JAMES, >Committee.
E. S. BARNUM, )
The communication referred to in the above report is as follows:
Whereas, The members of St. John's Lodge, No. 1, lale No. 2, Newark, N. J. from their confidence in their two Past Grand Masters, J. B. Munn, and J. S. Darcy, have held interconrse with a body of individuals, called the St. John s Grand Lodge of the State of New-York, which were installed by the above Past Grand Masters, and
Whereas, By examination and dne reflection, and from further information obtained, we are satisfied thata continuance of said condnet would be subversive of all good government, and end in confusion and be destructive to all the ancient and Masonic Landmarks. And
Whereas, St. John's Lodge No. 1, Newark, N. J. late No. 2, as a Lodge, and as individuals, have held no communication with the so called St. John's Grand Lodge of the State of New-York, for the last two years; therefore we are resolved to hold no communication with the said so called St. John's Grand Lodge of the State of New-York, as a Lodge or as individuals Masonicallv, for the future. '
Resolved, That the Secretary of St. John's Lodge, No. 1, Newark, N. J., be instructed to send a copy of these proceedings, with the seal of the Lodge attached, to the Secretary of the Grand Lodge of the State of New-York.
An extract from the Minutes of St. John's Lodge. No. 1, Newark. N J.— Passed June 5th, 5843.
( L. S. ) P. ALLYN, Secretary.
The Committee to whom was referred the address of the
Rt. W. D. G. M. was presented, read accepted, and is as tollows:



The Committee to whom was referred the address of the Rt. W. Deputy Grand Master, ask leave to respectfully Report :
That upon a review of the matters and subjects submitted by the Rt. W. Deputy Grand Master, they have come to the decisions as follows:
That with regard to the conduct of the Senior Warden and meinbers of Trinity Lodge, No. 12, and also of the members of Mechanics Lodge, the proceedings of the Deputy Grand Master are approved.
That upon the subject of conferring in haste the second and third degrees of Masonry upon a candidate, before he has first become sufficiently acquainted with the preceding degree, the D. G. M. has taken a proper view—and they recommend that this important matter be referred for more mature consideration and action, to the Committee having in charge the revision of the Constitution.
The subject of pay and mileage, mentioned again by the Rt. W. D. G. M., has received the earnest cousideration of the Committee, and they have arrived at the opinion that at present it is inexpedient to increase or otherwise alter the arrangement now in operation.
In relation to the annuai Circular, the Committee are of opinion that it should be prepared and disseminated by and under the direction of the M. W. Grand Master, and the five officers of the Grand Lodge nextin rank to him.
The expense attending the duties of Grand Visiters, in searching for and taking possession of dormant warrants, &c. they recommend should be lessened by the separation of their duties in that respect, involving expense, unless specially directed by the Grand Secretary or Grand Lodge to proceed.
The Committee cannot conclude this report without an expression of the respect for and appreciation of the able, dignified, and useful administration of the office of D. G. M. while filled by Rt. W. William Willis, and therefore offer for consideration of the Grand Lodge, the following :
The members of the Grand Lodge of the State of New-York tender to their Rt. W. William Willis, their thanks for the indefatigable exertions displayed by him in the discharge of his duties as D. G. M. for several years; and also request him to accept the assurance of their respect for the able manner in which he has presided over the deliberations of this body, as we.11 as for his care in the general supervision of the Masonic interest of the State ; and they hope that he may long live to enjoy that respect and esteem which he has so justly earned by his conduct as a man and a Mason.
Which is submitted by
E. WADSWORTH, )
JOHN S. PERRY, >Committee.
A. H. ROBERTSON, )
New-York, June 9,1843.
The expressions of approbation and thanks to the Rt. W. Past Deputy Grand Master, reported therein, were adopted, and a copy ordered to be forwarded under the seal of the G. L. to the Rt. W. Bro. Willis, and the other parts of the report were approved.
Bros. Copeland and Rogers were appointed the Committee on Accounts of Delegates, in the place of Bros. Plum and Lodge, who were absent.



W. Bro. Foster offered the following resolution, wliich was referred to the Committee on the Constitution.
Rksolved, That, to close a Lodge, after initiating and passing a candidate, until the next regular communication, except a case of emergency should require it sooner to be called or opened, and on the same evening, summon an extra Lodge to confer the third degree, is a violation of the Constitution of the Graud Lodge of New-York.
The Committee on By-Laws made the following report, which was approved:
The Committee to whom was referred the By-Laws of the several Lodges, respectfully suggest the propriety of deferring a consideration of said ByLaws until after the revision of the Constitution of the Grand Lodge, which is at this time under consideration by the Committee to whom they were referred.
Respectfully submitted,
E. GILBERT, )
ALEX COPK.LAND, ^Committee.
J. M. MAUSH,
Several Brethren obtained leave of absence, and the G. Lodge adjourned till four o'clock this afternoon.
Friday Afternoon, JTune 9, A. L. 5843.
The G. L. convened pursuant to adjournment, at four o'clock, on Friday afternoon, the 9th of June, 5843, and was called to order.
present :
Rt. W. Richard Carrique, J. G. W. as G. M.
" A. N. Corse, of No. 49, as S. G. W.
" " E. Wadsworth, as J. G. W.
And other Grand Officers and the Representatives of Lodges as before.
i he Minutes of the G. L. held this morning were read and approved.



The Rt. W. Brother Willis, on behalf of the Committee on the Revision of the Constitution of the Grand Lodge, made the following report of progress, which was approved, and leave granted accordingly.
The Committeo to whom was referred the revision of the Constitution of the Grand Lodge, and the proper arrangement of its several articles, having had the subject under consideration, and devoted considerable time in a careful examination of such parts, principles and provisions, as should be embodied in those fundamental laws and permanent regulations by which the Fraternity are to be governed, are convinced that more time is indispensably necessary to enable them to mature all the matter, a Constitution should contain, and complete the entire- arrangement, in a manner satisfactory to their own minds, and in a state worthy of adoption by the Grand Lodge of the State of New-York j and as the subject is one which should receive all that attention its importance demands, the Committee beg the indulgence of the Grand Lodge, to defer the presenting of their rep^ort, until the June communication of 1844.
The Rt. W.Bro. Wadsworth, the Delegate to the Convention of G. Lecturers, recently assembled at Baltimore, made his report of the acts of the Convention. The Rt. W. Brother informed the G. L. that he had considered that the convention had but one legitimate duty to perform, which was to adopt a uniforvi mode of wor/c, but that they had taken up a number of subjects, which being brought together form a volume. That the Journal which had been ordered to be printed, and of which a copy had been expected by him so soon as printed, had not come to his hands; and only on arriving in this city he found a copy which had been obtained from Boston; some portions of which he then read.
The Rt. W. Brother then exemplified that part of the work which had been agreed upon, relating to the opening of a Lodge of Entered Apprentice Masons.
The Grand Lodge then adjourned until 7 o'clock this evening.



©shit®
Friday Evcning, June 9, 5843.
The G. L. convened pursuant to adjoumment, at seven o'clock, on Friday evening, the Öth of June, 5843, and was called order.
PRESENT :
The Rt. W. Ebenezer Wadsworth P. G. S., as G. M.
And other Grand Officers and the Representatives of Lodges as before.
The Minutes of the Grand Lodge, held this afternoon, were read and approyed.
A motion to postpone the election was negatived.
The election for Grand Tiler then proceeded. Eightythree votes were received, of which W. Brother Copeland received 31 ; W. Brother Pote 24 ; and Bro. Thorburn 27. There being no choice, a new ballot was held; when 90 votes were received; 30 for W. Bro. Copeland; 34 for Bro. Thorburn; 25 for W. Bro. Pote ; and 1 blank.
A motion to postpone the election was again lost.
A new ballot was held, and 91 votes were received; 37 were for W. Brother Copeland; 34 for Bro. Thorburn ; and 20 for W. Bro. Pote.
At the next ballot of 91 votes, W. Bro. Copeland had 39 ; W. Bro. Pote 33 ; and Bro. Thorburn 19.
At the following ballot 90 votes were received: 47 for W. Bro. Copeland; 36 for VY. Bro. Pote; 6 for Bro. Thorburn, and 1 doubtful.
W. Brother Copeland, having a majority of votes, was declared duly elected Grand Tiler.
It was, on motion of W. Bro. Dugan,
Resolved, That in consideration of the long and faithful services of Bro. Thorburn, the Grand Lodge grant to him fifty dollars, to be paid in instalments of twenty five dollars; the first to be paid at the end of the present session, and twenty five dollars in G inonths.
The Grand Lodge then proceeded with the election of three Grand Stewards, in the place of Brothers Wiggins,



Seixas, and Solomons, whose time of service had expired, and the W. Brothers Alstadt, Phillips, and Wiggins were elected.
Brother George Swaine, of Montgomery Lodge No. 68, was elected in the place of Kt. W. Brother Hobertson.»
The Grand Lodge then adjourned until ten o'clock tomorrow morning.
Saturday IVIorning, June 10, 5843.
The Grand Lodge convened pursuant to adjournment, at 10 c'clock, on Saturday morning, June lOth, 5843, and was called to order.
PRESENT *
The Rt. W. John D. Willard, S. G. W. as G. M.
And other Grand Officers and the Representatives of the Lodges as before.
The M inutes of the Grand Lodge held last evening were read and approved.
The Committee on Warrants reported. The report was accepted, and after some amendment was adopted as follows:
The Committee on Warrants beg leave to Report:
That thev have carefully examined the several documents submitted for their inspection, and recommend as follows :
lst In relation to Mohawk Lodge, it is reeommended that the Grand Secretary be authorized and directed to take the necessarv measures to obtaiu possession of such property of Mohawk Lodge as yet remains in the hands ot any of the raembers of said Lodge, provided it can be effected without mucli
EX2d.nThat the members of Junius and Sincerity Lodges be required, by the Grand Secretary, to surrender their Charters immediately. AIso the Charters



of North Star, Orange and Corinthian Lodges. That Brother Williams of Schuyler Lodge be required to surrender the warrant and such property of said Lodges as in is his possession, or show cause why proceedings should not be had against him for contempt, in not complying with the requisition of the G. Lodge.
3d. That the Charter of Mount Vernon Lodge not being surrendered within the limited time, the petition of the brethren in Hillsdale, Columbia County, to revive Mount Vernon Lodge, No. 99, is rejected.
4th. Your Committee on examining the report of Brother Orsamus Dibble, Grand Visiter, are sorry to find the following Lodge Warrants, Archives, Jewels, Records, and Furniture, in such a scattered and confused situation. In several instances the property being seized upon for the payment of debts due by the Lodges. The Lodges referred to are, Science, St. Paul's. Hiram, Brutus, Erie Canal, Cato, Victory, Fredonia, Radiant, and Morning Star Lodges. Your Committee recommend that the Grand Secretary be authorized to adopt such measures, as in his wisdom he shall deem necessary to obtain a surrender of the Warrants and property of said Lodges.
5th. That the application of the Brethren of St. Joseph's Valley Lodge for a warrant be granted, on the payment of their dues, to the Grand Lodge' accrumg while working under n dispensation.
6th. It appearing that one William Bowne, Esq. has, in his possession the warrant and jewels of Philipstown Lodge, formerly held at Philipstown, Putnain County, that the Grand Secretary be directed to apply to the said William Bowne, Esq., demanding a surrender of said warrant and jewels.
7th. On tlie application of certain brethren in Fredonia, for a new warrant to revive Fredonia Lodge, with the old name, and a restoration of the property, without any fee, or on conditions of their being allowed time for payment of the fee for warrant, muil sufficiënt money shall be received by initiations to pay the same. Your Committee beg leave to Report :
Brother Asa Pierce, who is the agent of the petitioning brethren in their application for a warrant, says, " We cannot without sacrifïcing the comfort ot our families, and the necessary pecuniary demands upon us otherwise, pay for a new Charter." Such being the circumstances of the applicants, and your Committee being unacquainted with the standing of said brethren in society, and being well aware that they must incur many expenses in getting to work, think it inexpedient to grant the prayer of the petitioners, and it is thero-
fnro (iicmieond
All of which is respectfully submitted.
RICHARD CARRIQUE E. WADSWORTH, HIRAM ARNOLD,
The Committee on Room Rent reported. was read, accepted and adopted as follows :
The Committee on Room Rent beg leave respectfully to Report :
That they have made the necessary inquiries of Bro. Stone,the landlord, who stated that it was utterly impossible for him to allow the same accommodations as heretofore, for less than $200. The lower room to be used by the Grand Secretary every day from three to six o'clock, P. M. The books, papers, cases, and desk to be accommodated in the same room. The Committee have likewise examined the Apollo Rooms, and were unable to come to any arrangement with Bro. Alker. The Committee entertaining sanguine hopes of having m the course ol some future time, a Hall of our own, where the accommoda-
, ) Committee > on ) Warrants.
The report



tions will be ample for all the purposes of the Grand Lodge and subordinate Lodges; they urge, therefore, all the brethren of this Grand Lodge to use their utmost exertions for accomplishing that object, in order to avoid the disagreeable trouble of looking every year for a room.
The Committe^are of opinion that inasmuch as Bro. Stone has been liberal for the last sevenyears towards the G. Lodge, and has given the use of his house on various occasions gratuitously, they would recommend therefore that the Grand Lodge hire this room again of Bro. Stone, at the above stipulated price.
LEWIS FEUCHTWANGER, > Committee on R. ROBERTS, J Room Rent.
The Special Committee on the Memorial of 100 subscribers to the Fund for a Masonic Hall, and an Asylum for aged Masons, their Widows and Orphans, made the following Report, which was accepted and adopted :
The Committee to whom was referred the subject relative to the raising of a fund as a nucleus for the erection ofa Masonic Hall in the City of New-York, for the use of the Grand Lodge, and the subordinate Lodges, with the ultimate view of establishing an Asylum for worthy decayed Masons, their Widows and Orphans, beg leave to Kefort :
That they do not deern it expedient, at this present juncture, to enter into a detailed statement further than to give their views in relation to its importance, and the means that may be resorted to in order to the accomplishment of this most beneficent design. Your Committee are well aware of the prejudices entertained by many of our brethren, and of the community at large, in the belief that the building in our city known as the Masonic Hall, was erected by the Grand Lodge ; and now point to it as a magnificent failure ; we would disabuse their minds of this error, and state for their information, that some of the subordinate Lodges invested their funds in this building ; the Grand Lodge never had any interest further than that of renting it from year to year ; they had no control of its finances, nor share in its interest. When the revolution took place that brought desolation and ruin on the commercial world, the funds of the Grand Lodge were so situated that they partook of the consequences of the general panic, and we, who were rich, became apparently poor. Yet amid this dampening cloud, we did not despair, and by the adoption of a prudential andwise policy, we see our financial conditiën improving. We are relieving ourselves from debt, and ere long the institution will be enabled to place itself upon a firm and independent basis. With these prospects before us, let the pride of our ancient institution be aroused to a new and energetic action in the protection of the needy brethren, and the providing for their widows and helpless orphans.
" For he, who in dull languor lies,
To glorious deeds will never rise;
Like a dull weed he vegetates, and dies."
In the raising of a fund to erect a substantial edifice, that shall be appropriate to the wants of the Grand Lodge and its subordinate Lodges, that when finished, the rents arising therefrom shall go to a fund for the erection of an Asylum, that shall in time prove to the Masonic Body in the same light as the Asylum Des Invalids of Paris. France calls it her child, and she styles France her mother. There the stranger may see the little orphan clinging with enraptured embrace around its beloved protectors.
Already have we seen presented to this Grand Lodge, a petition, with subscriptions averaging from one to five dollars, amounting to over three hundrcd



dollars, to commence the plan; another is in existence, (so your Committee are informed,) having about $500 subscribed to further the same object.
The error heretofore has been to commence operations before a suitable fund was raised. Let not a dollar be touched until an adequate siira shall be raised to ereet the building, then it will stand firm, and not be subject to the convulsions of mercantile operations.
The Lodge is gradually freeing itself from the debt it owes its Treasurer, in part by the registry fees, and the G. Lodge certificates. When the treasury shall have been satisfied, where can we devote this little income to a better purpose than that of a suitable building for us to meet in.
If a few, feeling inspired by the spirit of their forefathers, can raise several hundred dollars as an offering to arouse our energies, what may we not anticipate when this Grand Lodge shall take hold of it with its whole might, and the determination of its members to lay the foundation of an Institution that shall have the God of our ancestors for its shield and protector.
And your Committee cannot refrain from indulging the pleasing hope, that the day is not far distant, when, may be seen, amid the green and luxuriant foliage of some beautiful and retired spot—on the margin of some of our silvery lakes, if you please—the neat and substantial edifice, erected for those to whom we are bound by the most solemn obligations to proleet and make happy.
With these views, your Committee wonld offer the following resolutions to the consideration of this Grand Lodge:
Resolved, That the Grand Lodge of the State of New-York, feels itself imperiously called upon, by a sense of duty to itself, to declare that a suilable edifice should be provided for its meetings and those of the subordinate Lodges of this City.
Resolved, That, after the debt due by the Grand Lodge shall be paid, the moneys arising from the registry fees and Grand Lodge certificates, shall be vested in a fund to be appropriated to the erection of a suitable building for the use of this Grand Body.
Resolved, That the individual Lodges, under the jurisdiction of this Grand Lodge, be solicited to give their aid by subscriptions to this object.
Resolved, That a Committee be appointed by the Grand Lodge to draft a Circular to the Lodges and brethren of this State, setting forth the objects herein specified, and asking their aid and co-operation.
Resolved, That the Trustees of the Permanent Fund be authorized to take charge of the funds which have been, or may hereafter be collected for the above purposes. *
All of which is respectfully submitted.
W. WILLIS,
JOHN D. WILLARD, R1CHARD CARRIQUE, J. H. ROGERS.,
The Committee on Grievances presented their Report, which was accepted, and being taken up by paragraphs, was adopted:
The Committee on Grievances have duly considered the communication of Brother Blanchard Powers, and the facts connected therewith, which have been submitted to them, and they Report :
That while we sympathize with Bro. Powers in his inability to pay into this Grand Lodge, moneys belonging to it, received by him, and appropriated to



hia own use ; we cannot recognise that inability as any excuse for the offence he has committed, and his violation of the integrity of his profession; and the Coinmittee would recommend such decided action in the premises as will dispose of the matter with a due regard to the interest of the Order.
The petition of Naval Lodge represents that their regular meetings are now fïxed for the lst and 3d YVednesdays of the month, and that much inconvenience results therefrom, and that said Lodge is anxious to be permitted to change their times for said regular meetings, to the 2d and 4th Thursdays. Your Committee, having considered the same, recommend that the prayer of the petitioners be granted, and that they have permission to locate their Lodge at some other room, in the City, set apart for Masonic purposes, without the Constitutional form of notification.
The Committee have duly considered the several communications from German Union Lodge, No. 54, Pythagoras Lodge, No. 86, and Trinity Lodge No. 17, praying that those Lodges may be permitted to keep their minutes in the German language; and also from Lodge L'Union Frangaise, No. 17, that their minutes may be kept in the French language ; said Lodges severally pledging themselves to furnish correct translations at their own expense, would recommend the adoption of the following resolution:
Resolvep, That the prayers of the petitioners, (on the subject above referred to,) be granted, provided they at all times promptly furnish, at their own expense, correct translations of the whole or any part of their minutes, into the English language, when required so to do by this Grand Lodge, the M. W. Grand Master, or the Rt. W. D. Grand Master.
J. D. WILLARD, ) Committee E. S. I3ARNUM, \ on T. D. JAMES, 3 Grievances.
The following was offered by the Rt. W. Richard Carrique, and was adopted :
Whereas, Bro. Blanchard Powers, a Grand Visiter, appointed by the Grand Master of this Grand Lodge, has at different times eollected, in his capacity of Grand Visiter, from different Lodges, moneys due to the Grand Lodge, which he has appropriated to his own use, and has as frequently pleaded his poverty, and consequent inability to pay the same ; therefore
Resolyed, That the M. W/ Grand Master be respeetfully requested to withdraw the appointment of Bro. Blanchard Powers as Grand Visiter; also that his powers as Grand Lecturer be revoked.
The Rt. W. William Willis, D. G. M., then installed the Rt. W. Alexander H. Robertson in the office of D. G. M., and at the same time addressed him in higlilycomplimentary and affectionate terms.
On taking the Chair, the Rt. W. Bro. Robertson delivered the following address:
Rt. W. and Brethren of the Grand Lodge :—
When elected to a distinguished office, in any society, the successful candidate renders thanks to his friends, as a matter of course. However, with me, in addition to that, there is a deep and an abiding feeling of gratefulness due to you, for the stroiig proof of your confidence, as manifested by your



unanimous voice, in calling me to the high station, in which I have been now installed. And therefore, in all true sincerity, I present my hearty thanks for this honor; the result, (as I apprehend,) rather of the partiality of friends than of any peculiar claim or quaiifications of mine. To those brethren, now absent, butwho participated in the election, I feel under the same obligation as to those now present, and regret, that circumstances have prevented me from addressing them, in proper season. and while present, and conveying to them, as I now do to you, my sense of their kind feelings displayed towards me, in placing me, without my solicitation, or expectation, and with such unanimity, at this post of honor.
Brethren, you all are well aware, that the office of Deputy Grand Master, is attended by much anxiety,no little labor, and great responsibility ; and therefore, it cannot be justly expected, that, fresh as I am in this position, 1 can conduct, and superintend the affairs of this Honorable Body, or of the Fraternity of this State, with as much benefit or satisfaction to them as has been done by those who have preceded me. Experience, study and counsel will be necessary to produce that result. But my most zealous efïorts, shall be readily exerted to emulate their example, to endeavor to promoie the ïuterests of the Masonic family, to sustain the dignity of this Grand Lodge, and maintain the honor of the station which I at present occupy. Allow me to call yonr attention to the fact, that this honor is not exclusively the property of the station by itself; it is but the reflection of the honor of this Grand Body, which it is the duty and should be, as it doubtless is, the wish, aim, and pride of each of lts members, to increase and sustain, to the utmost of his ability—for if the Body be without honor, what honor can the head possess ?
At this late period of the session, time will not permit me to offer many extended remarks. Yet, before I close, permit me to briefly vindicate some of the means, which may be esteemed essential, to maintain the standing and increase the usefulness of our Institution.
First—As to the conducting of the business of tho Grand Lodge, whilst in session, vvilh harmony and good fellowship. This can only be efiected by the observance, on the part of each member, of the rules of order, by exercising due caution in debate, to avoid, by look or language, all cause of oflence to another, who may honestly entertain dille rent opinions; and by eubmitting cheerfully to the declared will of the maj^rity, constitutionally expressed.
Secondly—To the various subordinate Lodges, and to their chief officers especially, I beg leave to recommend, that they make every honorable effort to reconcile all difFerences arising among the members of their Lodges, as soon as possible. We all knovv that a breach, but just comraenced, is more easilv healed, than vvhen suffered to be enlarged ; either through the instrumentality ot designing persons, or by the neglect of those whose duty it is to prevent such an occurrence ; for then it becomes difficult to heal, and may terminate in open enmity, or at least cold indifference among friends and brethren It is probably to be attributed to the want of this exercise of the duty of charitv to each other, that so frequently causes to be brought before this Bodv, and belore the Grand Stewards'Lodge, so many charges, and appcals for instice • the consideration of which is frequently attended by feelings of at least a very unpleasant description,among not only the parlies immediately interested but those als» who are in duty bound to cotisider and decide upon them - a' diminution of the frequency of such appeals and charges, eau be effected Ua I belieye,) by the means suggested ; whereby the Grand Lodge and also the Grand Stewards Lodge will be relieved of much onerous duty, and the useïulness, honor, and harmony of the Masonic fraternity essentiallv promoled.
To conclude, I will make 110 promises in regard to the inanner in which thp course of duty imposed upon me will be pursued ; further than to say, that in



deciding upon matters and subjects properly brought before me for that purpose, and if within my province, I intend to use the best efforts of reason and judgment allotted me; should I then err, 1 hopeyou will, in cbarity, attribute it to no wrong motivo. Should I lack in ability to decide, withhold not your advice and counsel; and when I pursue the true and correct course, I ask your undivided and fraternal support.
The other Grand Officers having been previously installed, the W. Brother Alexander Copeland was installed in office as G. Tiler.
The Rt. W.Bro. Willard offered the following resolution, which was adopted :
Resolved, That the Grand Secretary be requested to append to the proeeedings of the G. Lodge, for this year, as published, for the information of the Fraternity, a list of all the subordinate Lodges under the jurisdiction of this Grand Lodge, which are now in existence and operation, with the place where each is located, and the name of the present Master.
The W. Bro. Dakin presented his report as Grand Visiter in Dutchess Counly, which was accepted, and in accordance with the recommendation of the Grand Visiter, it was
Resolved, That the Rt. W. John Brush be required to surrender the warrant of the late Solomon's Lodge, No. 6, now in his possession, to the Grand Secretary, previous to the next annual communication of the Grand Lodge, or then to shew cause why he should not be expelled from the Institution.
Bro. Dakin presented a bill for services as Grand Visiter in Dutchess County, amounting to $58 35, which was referred to the Committee on Accounts.
W. Bro. Phillips was appointed a memberofsaid Committee, in the place of W. Bro. Perry.
Bro. O. Dibble presented a bill for services as Grand Visiter in the County of Cayuga, amounting to $24 37, which was referred to the same Committee.
The Rt. W. Ebenezer Wadsworth presented his bill for services as Delegate to the Convention of Grand Lecturers, at Baltimore, in May last, which was referred to the same Committee.
The Rt. W. and Rev. Bro. Chamberlain, of Missouri, then addressed the Grand Lodge, and explained the proposition of the Rt. W. Grand Lodge of Missouri, to form a College for the Education of the Sons of Indigent Masons, and requested the support and countenance of the Grand Lodge. Whereupon the following preamble and resolu* tion were adopted:



Whereas, The Grand Lodge of New-York have, with great pleaaure, been informed that the Grand Lodge of Missouri have purchased, at a cost of $9,500, a property, which cost the original owners at least $75,000, and are now engaged in establishing a Masonic College, on the premises, for the gratuitous Education of the Sons of indigent Masons, and others who may avail themselves of its advantages. And
Whereas, Our brethren in Missouri are still in debt to the amount of at least $5000 for the aforesaid property, which will be lost to thera, and the cause of Education in the Great West, if this debt cannot be discharged in a short time, therefore
Resolved, That the Grand Lodge of New-York, recommend to all Free and Accepted Masons, under their Jurisdiction, to aid the Reverend Hiram Chamberlain, Grand Chaplain of the Grand Lodge of Missouri, by their contributions and influence in collecting a sum sufficiënt to free the Masonic College of Missouri from its present indebtedness, and thereby to endow and establish a most benevolent and praiseworthy institution, whose success will do incalculable good, and redound to the honor of Masonry throughout our country and through future generations.
The Committee on Accounts reported on the bills presented, which being amended, were audited and ordered to be paid, as follows :
ÜP Brother Dakin, .... $39 35
To Brother Dibble, 16 37-J
To Brother Wadsworth, . . . 79 25
Rt. W. Brother Wadsworth claimed an additional allowance, at the same rate as delegates from the interior of the State, for attending the present session, to make his report.
After the subject had been considered, it was resolved to allow Brother Wadsworth the payment of his actual expenses in the passage from West Troy to New York and back, and $1 50 per day for attendance at the present session of the Grand Lodge to make his report.
The Rt. W. Grand Treasurer ofFered a resolution that the Trustees of the Permanent Fund be authorized tó dispose of so much of the Permanent Fund as will pay the present debt of the Grand Lodge, which was duly seconded. Before the subject was considered,
The G. L. adjourned till 4 o'clock this afternoon.



Saturday Afternoon, June 10, 5843.
The Grand Lodge convened pursuant to adjournment, at four o'clock. on Saturday afternoon, June lOth, 5843, and was called to order.
present :
The Rt. W. Alex. H. Robertson, D. G. M., as G. M.
And other Grand Officers and the Representatives of the Lodges as before.
The Minutes of the G. Lodge, held this morning, were read and approved.
The resolution of the Rt. W. Grand Treasurer, offered this morning, was then considered, amended and adopted, and is as follows :
Resolvkd, Tliat the Trustees of the Permanent Fund be authorized and directed, within sixty days, to borrow a sufficiënt sutn, upon the hypothecation of stock, or if that is impracticable, to dispose of so much of the permanent fund as will pay the present debt of the Grand Lodge.
The resolution offered at the opening of the present Grand Communication by the Rt. W. Brolher Coffin was called up, and again laid on the table until June next.
After prayer by the Rev. G. C., of Missouri, the Grand Lodge was closed in due form.
JAMES HERRING, Grand Secretciry.



CS IE p ® GS TT
OF THE
COMMITTEE ON FOREIGN CORRESPONDENCE,
PREPARED FOR PUBLICATION BY ORDER OF THE GRAND LODGE.
The Committee to whom was referred the Foreign Correspondence of the G. Lodge, from June, 1842, to June J843, present their Report, which consists mostly of selections of the transaetions of other Grand Lodges, which they believe will be interesting, and many of them important, not only to the Fraternity in this Slate, but elsewhere. The transaetions of this G. Lodge convey to European G. Lodges in many instances the only knowledge they receive of the progress of the Order in the U. S. and our extended and intimate European correspondence, of the past few years, has given us information in relation to Masonic affairs on the continent, Which should be known to all the Grand Lodges of this country. Information which requires their attention, and which may require their action.
We notice first, the proceedings of the Grand Lodges of the United States, as follows:
1. Of Kentucky, August 29, J842. This Grand Lodge is engaged in an effort to establish a Seminary of Learning, on the labor principle, for the education of Orphan Children of Masons.
2. Massachusetts, from December, 1841, to September, 1842. This Grand Lodge has approved of the recommendations of the Masonic Convention held at Washington, in March, 1842, excepting the Representative system, which they seem to object to, chiefly on the ground of expense. As the same objection may exist elsewhere, we take this occasion to mention, that, with us, the Representatives of foreign Grand Lodges esteem the honor of the appointment a sufficiënt compensation for the labor of the office and expense of the Regalia. An impression of a very neat certificate plate has been sent to us by the Grand Secretary, Rt. W. Bro. Moore, which has been prepared in conformity with the new regulation on that subject, hut we object to the engraving of the Grand Lodge Seal on the plate, as a substitute for a Seal. By a special regulation, the Lodges in Massachusetts require Grand Lodge Certificates of visiting Brethren, who are strangers.
3. Of New Hampshire, June 7th. 1842. The Grand Master has, we are gratified to perceive, adopted the practice of spreading his views on important subjects bef'ore the Grand Body at the commencement of the session. From this document we learn that the Grand Lodge of New Hampshire, like our own, have had much difficulty in obtaining possession of forfeited warrants and property, The Grand Master regards the neglect or refusal of the office/s of the defunct Lodges as " a violation of their solemn obligations to the Grand Lodge," and that it exposes them to cxpulsion. He also presents as a grievance, that the privilege of drawing mileage has been carried to an extern, which



if persistod in, will eventually, and at no very distant day, result in an entire exhaustion of the small fund remainingin the treasury. Ile also alludes to the error of some Lodges in making Masons for a less surn than is fixed by the Grand Regulations. To all which the Grand Lodge very promptly provided proper remedies.
The Grand Masteralso recommends the appointment of a delegate to England, for the purpose of acquiring a full and accurate knowledge of their lectures and work, and the Grand Lodge, concurring in the recommendation, promises to bear their proportion of the expense. That Grand Lodge also resolved, that they " cannot recognize ' St. John's Grand Lodge of New-York,' so called, as a just and truly constituted Lodge."
4. Of the Grand Lodge of Tennessee, July 18th, and October 3d, 1842, the business of this Grand Lodge was also opened, on both occasions, by addresses from the Grand Master. At the last meeting he informs, that the design of erecting a Masonic Asylum for the maintenance and education of the indigent orphans of Masons, which had previously been submitted, meets with the general approbation of the Fraternity. The Grand Lodge, we are pleased to learn, adopted several of the regulations of the Grand Lodge of New-York, viz.: Prohibiting the receipt of promissory notes; sending forth annually a circular letter to the Lodges; requiring from each subordinate Lodge, annually, a brief statement of facts connected with their proceedings through the year ; and on the subject of Lectures and Grand Lodge Certificates. A Committee was appointed with powers to purchase a tract of land and building, originally erected for an Academy, at a place called the Big Spring, and there to organize a school and prepare for the reception of pupil:?. Amongst other decisions on questions of interest, we notice the following, which sets forth the practice of our own State, although we have no special regulation on the subject.
" Resolved, That a suspension or expulsion from an Encampmcnt, or Chapter of Royal Arch Masons, does not necessarily suspend or expel a Brother from the privileges appertaining to a Blue Lodge."
5. From Pennsylvania we have received a list of the Grand Officers elected in December, 1842, but no reply has as yet been received to the communications of 1838, relative to the recognition of Brethren of the French and Scottish rites and the exchange of Representatives.
6. The Grand Lodge of Louisiana, in July, 1841, by a unanimous resolution decreed, that no person belonging to the Society of Odd Fellows should be initiated in the Masonic Mysteries in the Lodges of its jurisdiction, and that the actual members of said Lodges, who belong to the Society of Odd Fellows, cannot continue to be members of said Lodges, unless they renounce positively the said Society of Odd Fellows.
The Grand Lodge of Louisiana, March 19, 1842, publishes a report from a Committee to whom had beenreferred a pamphlet published by " St. John's Grand Lodge, of the State of New-York." The report is unfavorable and in the following terms:
44 The Committee considering, that a Grand Lodge can be established but by a majority of the regularly established Lodges already existing in the country, holds the principle that there can exist in a country, or state, but one Grand Lodge, whose jurisdiction extends over that country or state. Therefore
Resolved, Unanimously, That the Grand Lodge of St. John's of the State of New-York, being an assemblage of clandesline Masons, is denounced to all Masons, as an irregular, clandestine Body, and an enemv to the Masonic Order, and that it is forbidden to all Lodges and Masons of the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of Louisiana, to hold or have any Masonic communication with said assembly, or with the Lodges or Masons, who admit its power.



That Grand Lodge has also promulgated a decree, annulling the Charter of Louisiana Lodge, No. 32, at New-Orleans, and declaring the work of said Lodge, since their last election, irregular, clandestine and anti-masonic, and the officers and metnbers expelled from the Masonic Order, except A. A. Fraser, Junior Warden, William Tralford, H. M. Summers, Frederick H. Eicholtz, Charles J. Trinchard, Fisher Rawson, R. S. Baker, and James Gardette.
We have also the names and sigaatures of the Officers of the Grand Lodge of Louisiana, for 1843, and a list of all its rnerabers, together with the names of the Lodges under its jurisdiction, by which we are also informed that fifteen are of the York rite, four of the Scottish rite, and two of the Modern or French rite.
7. We have also a printed sheet from a Body claiming to be " the Grand Lodge of Arkansas," which states that that Body " convened on the 7th of November, 5842, and continued in session until the 6ln day of February, 5843," but it does not inform us of any of the particulars of its organization or transactions, except the names of the officers elected ; we cannot, therefore, report upon its right to the powers of a Grand Lodge, nor can we recommend its recognition until we have further information.
8. We have noticed for two years past in the Reports from the Grand Lodges of Kentucky and Missouri, that a Grand Lodge has beeii established in the State of Illinois, but we have received no direct communication from the newly organized Grand Lodge until now, we have the Report of the Annual Meeting, on the 3d of October, 1812. From the transactions of the Grand Lodges of Kentucky and Missouri, (by which the Lodges in Illinois were constituted,) we learn that the Grand Lodge of Illinois has been recognized by both the Mother Grand Lodges, and although there seems to be an unsettled question of jurisdiction in regard to some of the Lodges charted by the Grand Lodge of Missouri, we do not deem it necessary to go beyond the fact of the formal recognition having been accorded, and to recommend that the Grand Lodge of Illinois be henceforth acknowledged as the regularly organized Masonic Government in that State. And it is gratifying to us to state, that in the conduct of their affairs there is an apparent determination to check innovations and laxity of discipline, and that in their decisions, on questions of importance to the integrity of the Order, they have exhibited both discretion and skill worthy of experienced Craftsmen.
9. The Grand Lodge of Georgia, November 8, 1842, appointed a Committee to take into consideration the propriety of establishing a Masonic Orphan Asylurn for that State.
That Grand Lodge declares that the Charter of Orion Lodge, No. 8, which had been constituted within its jurisdiction by the Grand Lodge of Florida, is null and void. We are surprised at the occasion of this declaration, as we have long regarded the principle of sole and exclusive territorial jurisdiction as definitely settled amongst American Grand Lodges.
10. The Grand Lodge of Florida, January 9th, 1843, explains the circumstances which led to the constituting of Orion Lodge, within the territorial limits of the Grand Lodge of Georgia; they admit the impolicy of such a course, and have no desire to contend for the right. But in jüstification they attempt to shew precedents of the exercise of the right " from the earliesthistory of Masonry, in the United States, down to the present day," and give as an example, a resolution of the Grand Lodge of Virginia, of 1797, against the practice ; the constituting of four Lodges, by Kentucky, in Illinois, by which the -present Grand Lodge of Illinois has in part leen since established, and lastly the planting a Lodge by New-York, in Michigan, ichere there was not, and is not now any rccognizable Grand Lodge. We must take leave to inform our sister Grand Lodge of Florida, that the Grand Lodge of New-York does not



admit the right of any Grand Lodge to establish a Lodge within her territoria! jurisdiction, but that she holds it to be a right and a duty of all Grand Lodges to promote the regular organization of the Fraternity in any state or territory toherc no constitutional Masonic government exists.
The Grand Lodge of Florida notices, in a very pointed raanner, the extraordinary conduct of some of the Lodges in Germany, in their refusal of the privileges of Masonry to Jewish Brethren, even when they bear with them the certifïcates of acknowledged Grand Lodges. As this distinction strikes at the root of our institution, and cannot be tolerated in this country, or any other where uncorrupted Masonry is practised, we quote the remarks of the Grand Lodge of Florida, on the answer of the Grand Lodges of Prussia to the Grand Lodge of the Netherlands, published by us last year:
" We regret to observe a disposition to draw a line of demarcation between Masonic Brethren of the Christian and Jewish Faith. The perfèction and beauty of the system of Masonry, we have ever been taught to believe, consists in its universality. That the Ever-green Tree of Masonry, shoots its roots to the centre, and throws out its utnbrageous boughs to the circumference of the world; equally sheltering beneath its foliage eaoh brother of the mystic tie; regardless of political principles, sectarian tenets, or condition in life ; whether he be the jewelled monarch, radient in glorious panoply, or the poorest heart stricken peasant, that winds his noiseless way along the sequestered vale of life. We are the more surprised at this attempt of invidious denunciation of a people, the originators and founders of glorious Masonry."
11. The Grand Lodge of Ohio held their annual assembly on the 17th of October, 1842. The opening address of the Grand Master presents a highly satisfactory view of the state of the Order within the jurisdiction. He reported the establishment of eight new Lodges by dispensation in the past year. He also spread before the Body the acts and propositions of the Washington Convention, and suggeste^ several important improveinents in their local regulations.
The Grand Lodge manifested a determination to vigorously prosecute the collection of a fund for the completion of their Grand Hall, the foundation of which is laid at Lancaster. The chief acts of the Grand Lodge of Ohio on subjects of general interest tothe Fraternity, are briefly,butemphatically stated in a letter from the M. W. Grand Master to our Grand Secretary, a few days after the close of the session. He says :
" I am pleased to inform you they have expressly concurred in all the recommendations of the Washington Convention. I brought all the matters of the Convéntion before the Grand Lodge in the annual address, and you may now set us down as moving along with you, shoulder to shoulder, in the work of enlightened advancement and reformation. We do not recognize the Grand Lodge of Michigan,though appealed to by that body to do so, under a new statement of facts. We have adopted the Representative system as the settled policy of the Grand Lodge of Ohio, in our future Masonic intercourse.
This delightful example of harmonious action between two Grand Lodges is full of happy presages as well as present satisfaction.
12. From the highly interesting Report of the Grand Lodge of Indiana, May 23d, 1842, we learn that the recommendations of the Washington Convéntion were deliberately considered, and regulations adopted m accordance therewith, in relation to the work of Lodges; Grand Lodge Certificates; requiring fees in advance, and the explanation of the term suspenaedj Jor any
C°13.' The transactions of the Grand Lodge of Rhode Island, from the 24th of June, 1841, to 24th of June, 1842, furnishes uothing requiring particular notice. The decision of the Washington Convention, relative to the Grand l^odge 01



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Michigan, was approved, but it does not appear that any aclion was had oti the other subjects submitted by the Convention, up to the date of June 1842.
■14' 7"ne P1'oceec''nSs °' the Grand Lodge ot Virginia, December,' 1842 contain a full report of the acts and reeommendations of'the Washington Convention. ihe Grand Lodge deeide in favorof that report against the pretensions of the Body styled the Grand Lodge of Michigan ; in favor of Grand Lodge certihcates; on requiring the payment of fees before degrees are conferred, and on transactiiig the business of the Lodges in the Master's deeree except the confernng of the degrees of Entered Apprentice and Fellow Craft and Iecturing in those degrees. '
They complain of the conduct of Whiteside Lodge of Tennessee, havin» trespassed on the jurisdiction of Virginia, by holding a processiou and making Masons withui that fetate, " in violation of all true Masonic custom, and to the great injury of the craft." We offer no comment on this act of Whiteside Lodge, which can be ascribed alone to ignorance of the extent of their char.r® . Privileges, and which we do not doubt the Grand Lodge of Termessee will in future effectually prevent. ë lennessee
15. The Grand Lodge of Alabaraa, December 5, 1842, was attended by the Representaties of thirty-six chartered Lodges, and of six under dispensation.
than1n^iTmiHe>° ff Telgn Correspondent: made a much more ample report than usual, and it affords us pleasnre to notice it, as tending to a very important improvement in the means of ditï'using Information on many subjects acted on by Grand Lodges, which have been too long erroneously regarded as
otder" WeT mterest rather than as affecting the general interests of the Order. We hope soon to see abolished the annual stereotyped reports which
IZ'Jri T lün? "iT ^ the Committees on Foreig,.Correspond^e^; that they had exannned the communications of some twenty Grand Lodges and found nothing in them that was worthy of notice. We have an interesten this Hd ® >,Z'"ZT'n the 'ast five. yeaurs submitted to the consideration of all the G whVh 1 i Uulon' s1evera' subjects of importance to them and ourselves wh ch have been passed over generally in the same summary manner : somé
rnrrrtV? fi" ^ tf3 . ch . ™ust ?et be met a»d deliberately considered. We regrettofind that notwithstanding the able report of' their Committee the V?dg,e of Afabama acted upon none of the regulations proposed by the Washington Convention, (except the appointment of a Lecturer to the Baltimore Convention) although that Convention was held on their own iroposition. One important subject, however.appears to have been fully diseussi"" .™ des're t° cheer them onward in their course, until they carry their design into full effect. It is the same noble subject which is now occupyine the attention of many of the Grand Lodges of theWest and South, ofproviding
ic tlT of the indigent, and the education of the orphan.
of Ja nu atv 1841 FW r' held its annual c°«>n>unication on the 19th
of a local nam^e ^ W6re rePresented>alld a" *eir business was
G,randlrL°tJSe ofNorth Carolina held its annual meeting on the 5th December 1842, and by adjournments, until the 13th. They hfve a 3(.T0r°[Cla,m9 against, a £reat number of delinquent Lodges which remfir?h»,emïarrv Sme'u !° u Grand LodSe' a"d 'neasures were teken to Cara^L whilfc Nevertheless there appears to be a spirit awakened in North Grand , with firmness, prudenee and perseverance, will enable that Orrand Body to rise above her temporary difficulties. It was
Kesolvep, Ihat the time has arrived, when, if we would keen nace with thespmt of theageand maintain the character Lnd usefulness of o^r vener ab e Institution this Grand Lodge should enter upon some great benevolem enterprise, and direct its funds and energies to the accomplishment of that obJ . And it is beljeved that there is no cuuse which more pressingly demands



their aid than that of the education of the poor children of their Brethren, throughout the State."
In aecordance with these views, a Committee was appointed to make the necessary iuquiries, preliminary to the establishment of a Seminary of Learning, &c.. &c., and to report at the nest annual meeting.
18. The proceedniirs of the Grand Lodge of Mississippi, February 12, 1842, consiitnte a volmne of 78 pages, hut contain little matter of genera! interest. We filid (page 12) that a Lodge in Philadelphia had initiated a person who had prcvionsly been rejected by a Lodge in Mississippi, which is pronounced by the Grand Lodge of that State to be unmasonic. This is an evil which the tnost carefnl Lodge cannot always gnard against, but if the " rejected" is known in his oicn State to be unworthy, the evil is not without remedy, even after his iintiation.
19 The Grand Lodge of the District of Colnmbia have furnished us wilh a list of Grand Officers for the present year, and we have private advices of recent date, noticing the reception of the Representative of this Grand Lodge by the Grand Lodge of the District. Also three copies of a small volume of Masonic papers, originally printed at Madras, E. 1., reprinted in London ; forty copies of which were fbrwarded through the hands of the Hon. Andrew Stevenson for distrtbution in this country, [t appears to be a collection of wint may be properly called Masonic Tracts, illustrative of the principles of our Order, in a convenient and popular fortn.
20. The Grand Lodge of Missouri, Oct. 10,1842, puts forth one of the most interesting and important reports of the past year. It exhibita the state of the subordinate Lodges, after a strict scrutiny of their By Laws and Minutes; points out their errors, and requires their correction. Thirteen new Lodges had been established by dispensation in the past year, two of which were in Illinois. The Grand Secretary of the latter State was present as a special Delegate, and was " received with appropriate honors,'' but the jurisdiction of the Lodges erected in that State by Missouri has not been adjusted. The subject ofendowing a Seminary for the education of the sons and daughters of their unlortunate brethren, engaged the attention and elicited the talent and generous sympathies of the assetnbly. As this subject has been brought before this Grand Lodge at the present session, it is unnecessary for u's to speak of it more
particularly. .
The following report of the Committee on Foreign Correspendence on a subject which in the past year has been handled by other Committees with entirely too much tenderness when it required decided action, v/e quote entire as meeting the case precisely in accordance with the views ol this Grand Lodge. " Your Committee have also had before them for their consideration, a printed copy of the proceedings of a certain body of men esteeming themselves Masons and claiming to be the Grand Lodge of the State of Michigan. In examininir the facts disclosed by themselves, your Committee find unequivocal testimony disproving their claims as a Grand Lodge, and so far from satisfytng your Committee, that the body aforesaid is a reguiarly orgauized Grand Lodge, the contrarv is fully established.
Your Committee cannot tlierefore (as under other and different ctrcumstances they wouhl gladly do) recommend a recognition of that body in the character they have assumed j but ou the contrary, that our Fraternity and this Grand Ludge discountenance that association, and all who seek recognition by virtue of their authority, but at the same tune your Committee feel bound thus to decide from the developments made by themselves, yet it is not without feelin^s ofstrong regretyour committee find the existence of sucli a state ot facts as to cotnpel them to make it, for those brethren (as men and as masons) this Grand Lodge can entertain no other feelings than those of the most fnendly Uind, yet their irregular and illegal orgamzation onght not to be pernnt-



ted to pass unnoticed. Lnder these impressionsyour committee suggest thnt the Grand Lodge recommend to those Brethren to retrace their steps and do their works over again,' and proceed to organize a Grand Lodge in conlormity to immemorial practice and cnstom of the Fraternity, that Masonry may not be wounded m the house of its friends' and this as well as all other Grand .Lodges. at nodistant day, may enjoy the pleasure of recognizing a regularly orgamzed Grand Lodge in the State of Michigan. "
,JtlTdiïd8%0rMjY°"ri ),as doneHS a wrn"g in their last annual publication. This Grand Lodge has not " published to the world an explicit ?' the whole matter complained of, in their printed proceedings, (of lt.42) and in a newspaper published at Albany." And we now with great reluctance feel compelled in self justification to make public the letter addressed to the Grand Master of Missouri and by him laid before that Grand Lodge, that those who have read the report of their Committee thereon may understand the merits of the case, which they certainly never would from the report alone. We only regret/ar the sake, of the Grand Lodge of Missouri, that we did not communicate the fa ets to her some years ago, in the same manner.
Graxd Secretary's Office, Howard House, ) New-York, September 6,1842. )
Most JVorshipfnl Brother,
I have been directed by the Rt. W. Grand Lodge of this State, earnestly to call your attention to a transaction which involves the character of a Past Grand Officer, of eminence, in the Kt. W. Grand Lodge of Missouri, and which in the opinion of (Ais Grand Lodge, calls for your immediate action and interlerence as connected with the honor of that distinguished Body.
In the performance of this duty, I have to inform you that the Kt. W. Bro. Melody, the present Grand Treasurer of the Grand Lodge of Missouri was ?Qo« s'range>' to the Grand Lodge of this State, until the 6th of December when be presented a Memorial, of which the following is a copy:
Tothe Rt. Worshipful the Grand Lodge of the State of New-York:
The Petitioner G. H. C. Melody, Deputy Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of the State of Missouri, Kespectfully Sheweth :
That you petitioner arrived in this city some time in the month of September last, for the purpose oi adjusting some business of a pecuniary nature. On nis arrival here, he found that the persons who had his property in their possession were in a state of insolvency, and, after waiting three months, found that he could not obtain oue cent from those who were indebted to him.
From the standing he has always held in the Fraternity, he feels great reluctance in applying to your Worshipful Body for a donation, being possessed ot sumciency in his own State, could he procure the sum of $100 to nay his expenses back to the State of Missouri.
'llCSe circumstances, he betrs leave most respectfully to solicit a loan ot $100 from your Rt. Worshipful Lodge, transferring to the Trustees of your L-harity Fund, the deed and afull title to 544 acres of Land in Pike County State of Illinois, as security until he shall repay your Rt. Worshipful Grand JLodge the amount aforesaid.
Your granting the prayer of the petitioner will make him, as in dutv bouud. ever pray. J '
AT ^ „ , GEORGE H. C. MELODY.
A eu)-York, December f>, 1826.
Ihe Grand Lodge referred tlie subject to the Grand OfTicers, who granted



the loan to Brother Melody, and received his note therefor, in the foilowing words:
1J100 " New-Yofk, 9th December, 1826.
" Three months after date, I will pay G. W. Hyer, Esq. (Treasurer of the Grand Lodge of the State of New-York ) or order, one hundred dollars
for value received. 
"GEO. H. C. MELODY."
I have several times written to Brother Melody on tho subject. Once he answered that he was summoned to attend the trial of Judge Peck, at Washington, and he would visit New-York, previous to his return home, and see me on the subject.
This was several years ago, and is the last and only time I have heard trom him
The Grand Lodge evidently entertain the hope and belief that you will take the proper course with this business to bring it to a settlemeut.
I am, M. W. Brother,
Respectfully and Fraternally yours,
JAMES HERRING, G. Sec. G. L. State of New-Vork.
To the M. W. Priestly H. McBride, Esq.,
G. M. of Masons of the State of Missouri.
"We have only to add that Bro. Melody was on the 19th of Mareh, 1842, airain reminded by the Grand Secretary of the claim, and requested to communicate with us by the 15th of May foilowing, but the defaulter still mamtains silence, and the debt has not been paid, although we are informed that he was " respectfully recommended to make immediate payment, by the lx. L. ot
The Grand Lodge of New-Jersey heldtheir Annual communication at Trenton, on the 8th of November, 1842. The establishment of the Michigan Grand Lodge is disapproved of. Strong prohibitory resolutions were adopted in relation to the intercourse with clandestine and expelled Masons from this State with Masons and Lodges in New-Jersey, and a vote of censure was passed upon St. John's Lodge, at Newark, for receivmg expelled Masons from the Citv of New-Y ork, and avote of censure was also passed upon the ast Grand Masters Jeptha B. Muim and John S. Darey for the part they took in 1837 in installing the Grand Officers of the self styled St. John s Grand Loog6 in the Citv of New-York. The warrants of two Lodges were revived, and altogether the prospect ofa general revival of Masonry in that State is but that Grand Lodge has since suffered a serious loss by the death of the Rt. W. Brother John Mershon, whose zeal and efficiency as Grand Secretary through many years of depression, deserve the grateful recollection oi the r ra-
te"ityFromthe Grand Lodge of the Republic of Texas, we have several letters from the Grand Secretary, Rt. W. Bro. Teulon, since his return from EnroDe. Amongst othsr subjects he says, it is a common practice in Lngland for Brethren to belong to several Lodges at the same time, and that it is no unnsual circumstance to find the same brother Master; of two Lodges, at the same t Le he fills another office in a third Lodge.» We bel.eve this practice has not been tolerated in any part of this Country, and we hope ,t never wil be This Grand Lodge decided against it many years ago, and the old Regulations of the Grand Lodge of England expressly forbid it. The_ rcpreseiilat.ve system has been agreed to between the Grand Lodges of England and Texas.



The Grand Lodge certificate regulation will ba strictly enforced in Texas. We extract vvith pleasure the following frora the printed transactions of that Grand Lodge, May —, 1843. Referring to the Return of Orphans Friend Lodge, they remark 11 The work appears to have been correctly performed except in one respect, namely, the examination of the candidate as to his projiciency in the dcgree he last too/c. This is vcry important and can never be dispensed with in a well tegulated Lodge."
It is with no ordinary pleasure and pride that we notice an act of courtesy on the part of the Grand Lodge of Texas to a distinguished Officer of this Grand Body, in electing our Rt. W. Grand Secretary an honorary member of that Grand Lodge. It is with great regret we are informed that the accomplished and atniable Grand Secretary of Texas intends to resign his office. During his short sojourn amongst us he won many sincere friends.
23. From the Provincial Grand Lodge of Grenada, holding under the Grand Lodge of Scotland we have received a list of Provincial Grand Officers.
24. From Venezuela we have a letter from Brother Vicente Michelena, of La Guayra, giving some account of the notorious Correada Costa, who had been in that republic. We have also a copy of the Constitution, and a list of G. Officers and Lodges of Venezuela, and dependencies, together with lists of the G. Officers, Dignitaries and members of the Consistory and Supreme Council of that Republic, where the Scottish rite alone appears to be practised, and all degrees are under one supreme head.
25. The Grand Lodge of Scotland communicates the principal Masonic occurrences for November 30, 1841, to September 26, 1842. These are chiefly of a local character, embracing addresses to the Queen on various occasions, such as the birth of her son ; her escape from assassination ; her visit to Scotland ; and the ceremony of laying the corner stone of Victoria Hall, at Edinburg, for the accommodation of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland. In the obituary is particularly noticed the death of " two brave and respected Brothers," Lieut. Colonel Sir Alexander Burnes and Lieut. Charlea Burnes, (both officers of the Scottish Provincial Grand Lodge of Western India,) " who feil a prey to AfFghan treachery." We also notice that Sir Allan Napier Macnab has been appointed Provincial Grand Master of Upper and Lower Canada.
26. We have received in the course of the pastyear, through our Representative at Hamburg, the voluminous publications of that Grand Lodge, from September 2, 1840, to April 29, 1842.
On the 30th of October, 1840, the Deputy Grand Master comtnunicated an extract from a letter from Brother Gieseler, at Gottingen, in which he expresses the wish that the G. L. of Hamburg would unite with the Grand Oriënt of Frankfort to effect an arrangement that in future the French Lodges should not receive a German, without having previously made inquiries about him, where he came from. Although it was to be foreseen that the carrying out of such a measure would be very difficult, particularly on account of the great ease with which some of the French Lodges, especially in the departments, were making strangers Masons, yet it was resolved to examine the means to effect it, and Bro. Dr. Siemers was requested to write preliminarily to Paris, which would perhaps induce the Grand Oriënt of France to caution their daughter Lodges to be more particular in future in the reception of Germans.
Communications from the Grand Lodge of New-York, were read, Jan. 30, 1841. The Grand Master communicated his answertothe question made from abroad,whether the Representativesof Foreign G. Lodges had a decisive vote?
that this was the case in all questions concerning Masonry in general, but in internal affairs of the Lodge, as econoray, elections, &c. they had but au advising voice." (We take occasion to mention here, that by the regulations of



thia Grand Lodge, the Representatives offoreign G. Lodgeg have no vote, and only an advising voice, or privilege of discussion, on quesiions of general Masonic interest, or the business of their constituents.j
We find that some plan has been suggested for the formation of Societies to assist Masonic emigration to America, and the G. L. of Hamburg advises to act in accordance with the views of other Grand Lodges.
On the 24th of April 1841, the G. Master gave an explanation of a black balling of an Israelite which had taken place in Ferdinand Caroline Lodge, which led to inquiry in consequence of his being afterwards received in St. George's Lodge. As it is important the Fraternity in this Country should understand the true state of this controversy respecting the reception of Jewish Brethren in Germany, we give the explanation of the G. M.
" According to the book of Constitution the Master of the Lodge Ferdinand Caroline, to which the proposed Brother would belong, called together a committee, composed of the G. Master, his Deputy,five presiding Masters, and the two Wardens of the Lodge, to examine the ground of dissention; seventeen out of the twenty dissenting Brethren, who drew the black balls, reported themselvesand gave their motives, one of the Brethren after consulting the Master, withdrew his black ballot. It is rauch to be regretted that three Brethren neglected their duties by not reporting themselves, and it is to be left to their own feelings to judge of their behaviour. There were several reasons given for drawing black halls. The first of all is of such a nature, that the committee had to expunge and expel it, being exactly the contrary of what the old landmarks of Free Masonry recognize as legal.
Another motive of dissention was fear of what is not to be expected, and at all events is not sufficiënt at the present period to act against the principles of our Masonry. Some other less important motives feil away of themselves.
The Brethren of the conference, therefore, think themselves in duty bound to repel the motives against the admission of a Brother of Jewish faith as not sufficiënt, particularly as
1. Nothing against the character of the proposed was brought forward, nor can be.
2. The admission does not contain any thing against our laws and principles.
3. The Grand Lodges of England, France, Holland and North-America, as also their daughter Lodges long count brethren of Jewish persuasion amongst their members.
The Committee feels convinced that this declaration will suffice to the dissenting Brethren, and that an act which our old landmarks recognize as legal, can not disturb the good relation between brethren who till now have been happily united by ties of love and true friendship."
After readirig this declaration the Grand Master continued : " This case is settled in the spirit of our Constitution ; and it is to be expected that this affiliation will not create any disharmony with Lodges of other systems. By our laws, by our principles, based upon the English Book of Constitution, framed of old documents of the Lodges, the name of religion which a Brother professes does not make any difference. We ask of him to belong to that religion in which all good men ought to agree, viz : to be a good,true man and citizen, a man of honor and probity. He binds himself to that with us, not upon a particular chapter of the Old or New Testament, but upon a book holy to him, the Bible, a9 a symbol of faith and belief in a higher order of things—as the oldest document of huraan education. If even yet some of the Lodges in Germany will not receive an Israelite as a member, it is to be hoped that this yet existing principle, nearly alone in Germany, willbë shortly abolished. In all the English Lodges Israelites are received, except in the German Lodge, 1 The Pilgrim,' in London, which works after the system of Zinnendorf, but they willingly admit them aa visitera."



j L AUGUST 19,1841.
" In regard to the question of forming a society, and assisting emigration to America, our sister Grand National Mother Lodge answers : That the foundation of such a society is in too close connection with politics to be an object of Freemasonry; and considered in a point of view as benevolence, the obligation is nearer to us to assist the needy vvho are and remain in their country."
Communications from New-York, Georgia and New Jersey, were received. The Grand Master of Hamburg, in a letter recently received by his Representative here, after acknowledging the receipt of 500 Marks Bancó from the Lodges in New-York, for the relief of the brethren who were sufferers by the great fire, and communicating the grateful sentiments ofthose benefitted, snys, u Yoii inquire of me, Dear Brother, if there are Lodges in Germany that do not admit Israelites to their work ? Alas! it is too true. This point has often heretofore been the cause of discourse; and my Grand Lodge, in particular, has for years renewed this subject from time to time. I have not at hand my protocol, but I think it was in April, 1841, on the occasion of receiving an Israelite in our Lodge, as also in our last festival Lodge, on the 4th of September last, I touched this question. You know we have, in Germany, several Grand Lodges, viz :
Zu den drei Weltkugeln, (The Three Globes,) )
Royal York zur Freundschaft, \ at Berlin.
Die Grosse Landes Loge von Prussen, j
Die Grosse Landes Loge von Hanover,
Die Grosse Landes Loge von Sachsen zu Dresden,
Die Grosse Landes Loge des eklektiechen Bundes zu Frankfort,
Die Grosse Landes Loge zur Sonne, zu Bayreuth,
Die Grosse Loge zu Hamburg.
Now, as it may easily be conceived, the three Grand Lodges at Berlin having the greatest number of subordinate Lodges, make the strongest resistance to the reception of Israelites, either members or visiters, and of these three, the chief opposer is the brosse SLanÜcs 2Loflc. Perhaps we may admit, that according to the rituals here, they dare not initiate a Jew, but why not give him admittance as a visiter, provided he is a member of a regularly constituted Lodge ? But even this cannot be obtained.
The two other Grand Lodges of Berlin, which are connected with us by Representatives, have the same desire. The Grand Lodge of the Three Globes proposed to the members of the other Lodges to grant the admission of visiters at the least, but was not successful, as you will find in my protocol of September 4, (not received). The fïrst officers of both Grand Lodges, the 1 hree Globes and Royal York, intend not to give up the cause, but the Grand Lodge naming itself from Germany, will hardly ever yield. That Grand Lodge, together with her subordinatie Lodges, work in the higher degrees, and according to their principles, a union is almost impossible. My Grand Lodge recognizes but the three St. John's degrees, and therefore there never existed an intimate connection between us; and although we live to all appearances on friendly terms with the Grand Lodge in Hamburg, styled " Of the Province of Lower Saxony," yet the Jewish question has very often been the cause of discussion between us. This Lodge is a subordinate of the ©ri'osse iSuutres 2Lofle, and cannot officially declare their intention of admitting the Jews as visiters. All the other Grand Lodges in Germany raise no objections against the Israelites, but admit them as visiters. The same is done by the other Grand Lodges of Europe, with the exception of bweden, which keeps pace with tho Grosse Bundes Loge zu Berlin." The same wnter afterwards adds, " I learn that the subordinate to the Grand Lodge oi Hanover, ' zur Ceder,' does not admit Jews. The subordinates of the urosse Loge des eklektischen Bundes, at Frankfort; ' Socrates zur Standhaf-



tigkeit,'' Seerate«zur Einigkeit,' and ' Carleam Licht,'do also laise objections to the Jews. Also the Lodge " Zum Aufgehenden Morgenrothe," chartered from England, and the Lodge " Zum Frankfurter Adler," chartered by the G. Oriënt of Paris, (which only consists of Jews,) do even not receive them."
27. From the transactions of the Grand Lodge of Frankfort on the Main, we quote several illustrative extracts.
NOVEMBER 5, 1841. 1. The Rl. W. G. Master stated Extracts from the Minutes of the Rt. W. G.
Lodge of the Kingdom of Henover, under date of May 1, 1841:
" Among other matters concerning the relations of the Grand Lodge with Lodges under her jurisdiction, the Rt. W. Bro. Grand Orator, Dr. Brandis, again alluded to the initiation into the Craft (previously noticed)ofan Israelite, viz. Bro. Dr. Alexander, of Altona, by the W. Lodge 4 of the Silver Unicom,' at Nienburg. From communications with this Lodge, it appears that4 in respect of formality and compliance with the statutes, the matter could only be noticed as an instance of deviation from the Ritual concerning the use of the Bible; to authorize which deviation according to $107 of the statutes, the previous consent (not in that instance obtained) of the Grand Lodge, was necessary." Hereupon it was resolved to direct a Fraternal communication to the Lodge, callinor their attention, by way of Brotherly remembrance, to that deviation, coupled however with the remark, that this Grand Lodge would not, and did not, by that communication, commit themselves to any ackowledgment of the sentiments entertained by that Lodgo respecting the general admissibility into the Craft of professors of the Mosaic Religion, it being a subject on which considerable difference of opinion was still manifested, and on which the Grand Lodge still entertained very great reluctance, facts which from the communications of the Grand Lodge Minutes, that W. Lodge could well have understood.
2. The W. M. of Ceder Lodge, of Hanover, submitted the following question : Whether a Brother Mason unattached to any Lodge, could either as ono of its officers or as a Kepresentative, be a member of the Grand Lodge ? Upon which it was decided that no " Brother Mason unattached to any Lodge, could either as its officer, or as a Representative be a member of the Grand Lodge."
3. Also an extract from the Minutes of the Rt. W. Grand Lodge of Prussia, called Royal York of Friendship, under date of September 6, 184], viz :
The Rt. VV. B. S. Warden, in his reference to the minutes of the Grand Lodge of Hamburg, of the 24th April, lays particular slress upon the differences which occurred, on the occasion of the affiliation into the St. George's Lodge of Hamburg, of an Israelite, Br. Lippschutz.
APRIL 29, ]842.
1. Reference to Minutes of the Rt. W. Grand Lodge of Prussia, called Royal York of Friendship, dated March 7, from which we take particular notice of the following part of the Report of Bro. Hebeler, Representative to the R. W. Grand Lodge of England.
On the 20th October, 1841, an extra meeting of the Grand Lodge was held in the Great Hall of the Town House, in the City of York, graced by the presence of his Royal Highness the Duke of Sussex, Rt. W. G. Master.
The Provincial Grand Master, (Earl of Zetland,) communicated a very grave ofFence committed in Lodge No. 64, at Huil. A Brother had so altered the Ballot Box that the bails put in by some of the Brethren did not reach the designed position, (we infer that the box must have contained interior divisions not visible on the outside for the white and black balls.) This conduct originated in political differences. The Brother who had altered the box had de■ired to prevent an occurrence which, in his opinion, would have been a slain npon the eraft, viz.: the rejection of a highly respectable individual on the
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#ols gronnd of political differences growlng out of an election of Borough menibers. Theguilty Brother had confessed the offence, and the Lodge unanimonsly resolved to bury the matter in oblivion. A visiting Brother from another Province had. however, reported the matter to him, (the P. G. M.) and at the moment of the entrance of his Koyal Higliness, the Grand Lodge was about to decide upon the matter.
His li. H., the Rt. W. G. Master, took occasion to reprimand the W M. and members of that Lodge, and to ca!l upon the meeting never to suffer any infraction on the Constitution, or to remedy an evil by urilawful means, for the firet irregularity wouid surely lead to oiher and greater ones. Assembled in the Lodge, they should forget all religious (Hear!) and political differences, and maintain the honor and integritv of the Craft, by enforcing their laws, which had been settled in the hours of calm reflection, and alter the most learned deliberation. His R. H.. liowever, desired that this particular matter should not be noticed any further, but to let it serve as a remembrance against future irregularities.
remarkable is the following note appended to the communication of itMi j •^ran(' Lodge, "The Sun," in Bayreuth, Bavaria, of October 12, lo41, advising, among other things, the unanimous election of their W. Grand Secretary, Bro. Bier, to honorary membership, viz : " By other means we are informed that although the Bavarian govemment has not put any further restrictions upon the Craft, yetthat the existing ones are very rigorously enforced. ihe hst of members must be sent in quarterly, and the scrutiny with which üire exam'ne(^ may ',e il'usirated by the following instance At the Lodge Frankness of the Khine,' at Frankenthal, a practical architect had applied for admission, and as he was not in govemment employ he was accepted without hesitation. As soon, however. as the quarterly list had reached the office at fcpeyer, that office ordered the candidate instantly to quit the Fraternity, unless he resigned all future claims to govemment employ It is not difficult to guess to which party to ascribe the rontinued fanning of the embers, and the creationof distrust, against the Craft; the Periodu al. ' The Catholirk.' published ai Öpeyer, is at no pains to conceal its inimical object, and publishes extracts from, and recommends to its readers the notorious pamphlet of Mr Von • ' i? j 'Jre n once' sa|d the R. W. Chairman, 41 too have had to contend in self defence with the Editor of that Journal, but as at a very early age, I had been taught to discriminate corn-mills from giants, these struggleg have only contributed to strengthen me in my opinion, almost a matter of course, to any literary man whocomes in contact with those Editors, and does not suffer himself to be laid upon the Procrustean bed of ultra montane opmions »
JUNE 24, 5841. (St. John's Day.)
3. Extractsfrom proceedingR of the Ht. W. Grand Lodge of Hamburg.
Among other things, Kt. W. Grand Steward, Br. A. I) Pehmoeller, P. Hf. ot the w. Lodge Ferdinand on the Roc k, was, with the usual ceremonies conducted to the altar where the patent of the Kt. Worshipful Grand Lodge of J\ew-York constituting him their Representative, was delivered to him, and he was addressed in a fraternal manner. obligated to fulfil the duties of his new and honorable office, and saluted with Masonic honors.
We also noticed the existence at Lisbon of two Lodges, but as their worki i'odges ** °PP°Slte Political ten<tency, they can only be considered asirregular
AUGUST 19, 1841.
R' W' Chairman then announced that the Rt. W. Grand Lodge of the State of New-York, m their instructions to their Representative. the Rt. W. Bro. A. D.Pehmoeller, had expressed a desire that all certificates with which members of onr Lodges desired to visit their Lodges should in fulure be coun-



teriigned by Br. Pehmoaller; and adds to this information that, " on account of the many difficulties which are reporled as occurring to visiting Brethren in the North American Lodges, which may perhaps partially, at least, have originated in their peculiar relations to the profane world j it would be to the interest of members travelling to the United States, and also as ageneral measure to comply with the wishes of that Grand Lodge. The W. Bro. Pehinceller has kindly offered to take the trouble, and we must advise brethren intending that journey, to call upon hini. Wecallthe particular attention of Lodges under our jurisdiction. to this important matter, and desire them to use a like caution, and to call upon the Representative of the Grand Lodge of New-York, Dr. M. Leykam, here, to countersign Iheir certificates, The W. Bro. will very kindly attend to the wishes of all brethren so circumstanced.
DECEMBER 4, 1841.
1. The Rt. W. Grand Master reported on the subject of a meeting of more than three hundred brethren. held at Paris, on the matters of controversy between the " Grand Oriënt de France," and the " Supreme Conseil." The new special Representative of the R. W. Grand Master, Br. Bouilly presiding. Present 83 brethren entitled to vote.
Resolved, 49 to 34, That the Lodges under the jurisdiction of the Grand Oriënt are authorized to admit to their works brethren hailing under the Supreme Conseil, and that members hailing under the Grand Urient were entitled to visit the works of the Supreme Conseil.
It would be a source of very great gratification to us if this difficulty, existing since 1804, and carried on with more or less asperity, could be healed, and hope that this right of mutual visit should be a step towards it. In the institutions of the Grand Oriënt, the Masonic Republican elements preponderate, while in the Supreme Conseil there exists a monarchical aristocratie tendency. It is necessary in the first place that these opposite opinions should become reconciled, for otherwise, with their unlimited authorities. it is in the power of each individual "Grand Inspecteur General," in Brussels, New-York, Rio Janeiro, or other place, to reproduce difficulties in the Craft in France, although all the brethren residing in France might have become united.
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28. The G. L. of the Three Globes at Berlin, report, on the 2d of Feb. 1842, that an answer dated the 3d of March, 1841, was received from the lllustrious Brother, Prince of Netherlands, respecting the admission of brethren of the Israelitish persuasion, in possession of proper certificates given by the Lodges of Netherlands, and in consequence of the abovementioned answer, the following law was proposed:
" Every Brother Mason showing proper evidence of being a member of a Lodge, acknowledged by the Grand National Mother Lodge, is to bs admitted to the degree of work, so far as brethren of olher rites are admitted, and such brother is to be admitted to our Lodges without questioning as to bis religious belief."
But according to articles 30, 31, 33 and 53, of the Constitution, the matter was postponed till next quarterly meeting.
On the 3d of March, 1842, t is very important matter was brought forward and led to very animated debates.
Afier many eloquent speeches, made with a spirit of Christian liberality, by the Worshipful Brothers Schmuckert, Ivlug, Schmidt, III. Vater, Loest, and Messerschmit, in favor of the law; and the Worshipful Brothers, Von Blomberg, Marot and Van Rceder expressirig their opposition to the law, for they desired to show, that the person in possession of a certificate of an acknow-



ledged Masonic Lodge is entitled to an admission, but in many cases a Lodge has the power (even if the person is a member of a Lodge of the same rite) to refuse admittance, and further adding, that Christianity is the foundation of Masonry, and it is necessary to strive against the prevailing op in ion that Masonry encourages infidelity.
The most Worshipful National Grand Master then briefly summing up the debates as to the question whether persons belonging to the religion of Moses should be admitted as Masons, depends solely on the rites of which the different Fraternities have been established. According to the rites, the Grand National Mother Lodge ofthe Three Globes, is founded and based on Christian rites and forms, and consequently the membership of a person not belonging to the Christian Church is not admissible, but it is characteristic of our system to be just and tolerant as to the opinion of others. It is not the object of the G. National Mother Lodge not to acknowledge as Masons, such whose rites are not based on the rites of the Christian Church, and we do not wish it to be considered that we publicly or secretly deny them as Free and Accepted Masons. We should do so if we would look upon certificates given by such Lodges as not legal, but we must even refuse admittance to every Prussian subject who was made a Mason out of Prussia, before arriving al the age of 25, for such is the law of the land to which we belong. The indefatigable striving of our high authorilies have succeeded so far in establishing friendly feeling with other rites of Masonry, which friendly feeling would only be prevented by the matter in question. Alter the coneluding discussions they procefided to take the question, 27 active members being present, 16 voted'in favorof the proposed law, and 11 against the same, and the question considered as carried by a majority. But although the majority voted in favor of the iaw, it still requires according to article 61 of the Constitution, a majority of twothirds, and accordingly the matter was postponed in consequence of article 35 ot the Constitution, which permits it to be brought forward again in the course ot one year.
29. We have also examined the printed proceedings ofthe Grand Royal Arch Chapters of Maryland, Kentucky, Alabama, Virginia, and New-York; the Grand kncampment of New-Y ork, and numerous communications front eminent Brethren in various parts of the world manifesting an increasing interest abroad in the active exertions of this Grand Lodge to arouse the Fratereyer.y where to unity, and to a proper appreciation of their powers and their duties; and we find evidence of an increasing attention to the improveraent and purification of the order by the Grand Officers and Grand Lodges ed out' l° mQr the general harmon.y. except what we have specially point-
On a review of the correspondence of the past year, we are gratefully iirpressed with the etforts which have been made by several ofthe Grand Lodges IrJ. l'ie t0 SIve to their benevolence an enduring character, by the erection ol Seminaries of Learning for the Orphans of the Fraternity, and we reioice mthe prospect which is thereby presented, that where the circle of Masonic cnarity has been almost closed against the race of itinerant speculators, it has expanded in favor of a helpless portion of our covenant family, concernin? whom therecan beno mistake. We would here also suggest that "the firm stand which bas been taken by this and other firand Lodges of the Union, in favor ot requiring Grand Lodge Certificates from strangers, should be earnestlv commended to the concurrence of those Grand Lodges, which have not vet acted on the subject. It must be uniformly and strictly enforced, or the «ood proposed by the adoption of the meaetire will be but imperfectly realized.



In the eorrespondence from beyond sea, the portions we have selected for publication, exhibit some singular points. The most remarkable is the exclusion of Jewish Brethren, by some of the German Grand Lodges, which is a subject requiring the attention of the other (irand Lodges of this country, as much as of our own, and we are surprised that it should have escaped the attention of so mam , after the notice taken of the subject by our Conimittee of lastyear. But wé are convinced that we, and alt the Grand Lodges have paid too liltle attention to that Iree and fraternal intercourse with each other which the great interests of the Crafl require.
Having, however, already extended this report to an unusuallength, we submit it to the consideration of the Fraternity.
JOSEPH P. PIRSSON, )
JAMES H HOGERS, >Committee.
F. W. WALLIS, ^
3 ©3 rre-rs"
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Expulsions, Suspensions, Restortilions, and Rejections, in the State of New- York, from, June, 1842, to June, 1843.
Expellëd By Washington Lodge, No. 85, Albany, October 13,1842, Isaac Hempstead, for defrauding the Lodge.
" By Fortitude Lodge, No. 19, Brooklyn, Luke C. Ryder, for unmasonic conduct, October 17, 1842; John Vandecar, for unmasonic
and dishonorable conduct. 1843, Jo-
seph Hall, Apothecary, absconded, taking with him tnoney and other property belonging to his employer.
" By Evening Star Lodge, No. 75, at West Troy, Jacob (Jlute, for unmasonic conduct.
" ByL'Union FYanijaise Lodge, No. 17, at NewYork, 19th July, 1842, Joseph Matthias Coles, for unmasonic conduct.
" By Phcenix Lodge, No. 58, at. Lansingburg, Laurence King, for intemperance. Suspended By the Grand Stewards' Lodge, William Hemma, for non-payment of dues to the late Concord Lodge, No. 50.
" By St. John's Lodge, No. 1, New-York, February 9, 1843, James E. Betts, for non-payment of dues.



Suspended By Trinity Lodge, No. 12, New-York, April 11, 1842, the Reverend Augustus Fcersch, Augustus Walters, and John F. Wolf, for non-payment of dues.
" By Apollo Lodge, No. 13, Troy, August 16, 1842, Richmond Jones, for unpaid dues.
" ByL'Union Frangaise Lodge, No. 17, NewYork, Louis Aimable, for non-payment of dues.
" By Fortitude Lodge, No. 19, Brooldyn, September 5, 1842, Isaac I. Bicknell, Wm. J. Boyle, Gilbert C. Baylis, Charles Hart, John Powell, John Rendell, and Samuel V unck.
" By Adelphi Lodge, No. 23, New-York, Captain W. Baker, Israël Isaacs, and John G. Tibbets, for non-payment of dues.
" ByMt. Moriah Lodge, No. 27, New-York, James Beebe, Calvin Oaks, George K. Winnerd, and John Steward, for non-payment of dues.
" By Benevolent Lodge, INo. 28, New-York, November 9, 1842, Theophilus Beebe, and Sebastine Lasher; December 14, 1842, William Henry Macklin and William H. Norris, for non-payment of dues.
« By Warren Lodge, No. 32, Pine Plains, April 11, 1843, David West, for unpaid dues.
" By German Union Lodge, No. 54, New-York, June 23,1842, John Fuchs, Martin Hertzog, and JohnMehrtens; May25,1843, H. John Goethe, Jacob Hildebrandt, Thomas Pazold, and Rudolph Yenni, for non-payment of dues.
" By Manhattan Lodge, No. 62, New-York, June 1, 1843, George Glazier, Charles Hill, Samuel Owen, and William Shaler, for nonpayment of dues.
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Suspended By La Fayette Lodge, No. 64, New-York, March 2, 1843, Thomas Edgerly, for nonpayment of dues.
" By Richmond Lodge, No. 66, Tompkinsville, July 18, 1843, Joseph Shannon, for unmasonic conduct.
" By Montgomery Lodge, No. 68, New-York, May, 1843, J. Beale, Manice Flanley, John Gregory, and James Reynolds, for non-payment of dues.
By Naval Lodge, No. 69, New-York, Isaac Bevan, John B. Wheaton, Edward Everett, and John H. McCormick; May 17, 1843, Lewis Parketton, for non-payment of dues.
By Washington Lodge, No. 85, Albany, May 11, 1843, Levi Judson, for non-payment of dues.
Restored By the Grand Stewards' Lodge, May 3, 1843, A. M. C. Smith.
" By Independent Royal Arch Lodge, No. 2, Edward Heilbuth, who had been reported by mistake.
" By Fortitude Lodge, No. 19, Brooklyn, Sanford Allen.
" By L'Union Frangaise, No. 17, New-York, May 2, 1843, Jacob Guinguigner.
" By Adelphi Lodge, No. 23, New-York, B. L. Simpson.
" By Benevolent Lodge, No. 28, New-York, Benjamin B. Smith.
Rejected By Pythagoras Lodge, No. 86, New-York, December, 1842, Adolph Hagenlochen.
" By Manhattan Lodge, No. 62, New-York, January 5, 1843, Thomas Levi.



ABSTRACT OF THE TRANSACTIONS
OF THE
IM?Q W. OHRAHIG) SÏÏIBWAIBISB» H]®l2)®a9
July 13th, A. li. 5842.
The order of the Grand Lodge for examination of the By-Laws of the Lodges in the State was read.
Grand Stewards' proceeded to examine the By-Laws of St. John's Lodge No. 1. The article 4, section 5, allowing a former member of the Lodge to be re-admitted by a majority of votes, was decided to be unconstitutbnal.
July 20.—The By-Laws of Ind't. R. Arch Lodge No. 2, were examined. The Grand Stewards' Lodge recommended to the Lodge to make the lst section of article 2, conform to the Constitution, by inserting the words " and a majority of the Lodge," after the words " Worshipful Master," so that the number of members of said Lodge should not depend on the will of the Worshipful Master alone.
The whole of the latter part of sec. 3, art. 3, was decided to be unconstitutional. The objectionable part is contained in the following words : " but if one ball only shall appear against the admission of the candidate, it snall be the duty of the Worshipful Master to call upon the member for his objections; and if such objections are not satisfactory to the Lodge, the candidate so proposed shall be considered as admitted."
The By-Laws of Mt. Vernon Lodge, No. 3, examined, and the following errors pointed out.
In sec. 1, art. l,fixing the time of election differently from the regulation of the Grand Lodge, " on the eve of St. John the Evangelist, provided the members were notified," &c.



In the 2d section, providing for holding the election " on some future day."*
In sec. 3, art. 7, the date requires alteration to conform to the Constitution, respecting the hours of meeting.
August 31, QUAXITERLY IVÏEETING.
Accounts of the Grand Secretary and Committee of Charity examined.
W. Bro. Millar rendered his report of the disposal of part of the property of the late Ancient Lodge, accompanied by two inventories, which were ordered on file, and the report approved.
Bro. Marsh's bill for printing, from Dec. 14, 1840, to Feb. 19, 1842, amounting to $117 06, was passed for payment.
A memorial was laid before the Grand Stewards' Lodge, from eleven members of Trinity Lodge, No. 12, complaining of the conduct of their Master, and praying an investigation, which was committed to three Grand Stewards, with powers to make a thorough investigation of the causes of the difficulties complained of, and report the facts with their opinions thereon, at the next meeting of the Grand Stewards' Lodge.
September 7.—The Committee reported that they had succeeded in reconciling the difficulties betweqn Bro. Kruger, Treasurer, and the VV. Master, and requested to be discharged. The report was approved, and the Committee discharged.
The Grand Treasurer's accounts for the last quarter were examined and found correct.
W. Bro. Millar being about to remove to the far West,
* If the election is not held at the time fixed by the regulation of the Grand Lodge, it cannot be held at a " future day," without a dispensation from the Grand Master or consent of the Grand Lodge, first obtained. Officers irregularly elected cannot be recognized.



tendered his resignation as a Grand Steward, which was accepted.
November 19.—The appeal of Richmond Jones, from the decision of suspension, by Apollo Lodge No. 13, was referred to the Rt. W. S. Grand Warden and the first six officers of King Solomon's Primitive Lodge, at Troy, for examination, and the report of the evidence and their opinions.
The appeal of Luke C. Ryder from the decision of expulsion by Fortitude Lodge, No. 19, was taken up, and the proceedings of Fortitude Lodge, in the case, as reported by the Lodge, were examined, and the further consideration of the case laid over until the next meeting.
The memorial of Alexander T. Pirsson, expelled lor default by the G. S. L. in 1835, stating reasons why he ought not to have been expelled, and praying restoration, was read, and laid over until the Minutes and By-Laws of the late Hoffman Lodge, of which the memorialist was former]y a member, could be examined by the Grand Secretary for the facts stated in the memorial.
The petition of William Woodhull, formerly of Silentia Lodge, No. 360, (expelled by the Grand Lodge, for associating with expelled and clandestine Masons,) praying for restoration, was read and laid on the table, until the petiüoner could be summoned to appear before the Grand olewards' Lodge.
A similar petition from Joseph Homer was disposed of in the same manner.
November 22.— The Grand Stewards took up for examination the report of Fortitude Lodge No. 19, on theexpulsion of P. M. Luke C. Ryder, and Bro. Ryder's appeal. 1 he brand Secretary reported that he had notified Bro Ryder and Bro. G. W. Stillwell, the Ghairman of the Committee of P ortitude Lodge, to appear this evening.
Bro. Ryder being in waiting was admitted and questioned on the grounds of his appeal from the decision of the
t °j e', He stated that he appealed on the ground that the -Lodge had no jurisdiction in the case. The Grand Stewaids Lodge decided that the Lodge had jurisdiction in the case, according to the 6th article, 4th section, 2d chapter of the Constitution, which says, " If any Brother do you an



injury, or if you have any differenco with him about any worldly or temporal business or interest, apply first to your own Lodge, or to his Lodge, to have the matter in dispute adjusted by the brethren ; and if either party be not satisfied with the deliberation of the Lodge, an appeal may be carried to the Grand Lodge ; and you are liever to enter into a lawsuit till the matter cannot be decided as above." After Bro. Ryder had been informeel of the decision of the question of jurisdiction, the Grand Stewards' Lodge appointed a Committee to endeavor to have the whole difficulty adjusted.
November 30.—The quarterly accounts were examined. Joseph Homer and William Woodhull not appearing according to notice, and it being doubtful if the notices had been served on them, their petitions were laid over until the next meeting.
January 25, 1843.—The Committee appointed on the 22d November, reported their efforts unavailing,not ha ving been able to get Bro. Ryder to attend their meetings. The parties and witnesses to the case of appeal from the decision of Fortitude Lodge liaving been summoned to appear this evening, the Grand Stewards' Lodge waited nearly an hour for Bro. Ryder, but he did not appear. The statements of Bros. Patlerson and Stevens, were received, and the Lodge and witnesses in attendance were dismissed.
The appeal of Luke C. Ryder was dismissed, and his expulsion confirmed.
A communication was received from the Rt. W. Ebenezer Wadsworth, complaining of the conduct of Evening Star Lodge, No. 75, towards him. Referred to the Grand Visiter in the County of Albany, with powers to ïnvestigate the subject (excepting only the complaint made of the refusal of permission to visit the Lodge,) and to require the said Lodge to furnish Bro. Wadsworth with a ^copy ot all their proceedings and to report to the Grand Stewards' Lodge the facts of the case and his opinion thereon as soon as possible. .
The Grand Secretary reported on the facts stated in the memorial of Alexander T. JJirsson, and the G. S. gave leave to the pelitioner to withdraw his petition.



Teb. 22, 1843, QUARTERLY MEETINC*.
Accounts examined as usual. A letter was receivecï from Rt. W. Bro. Willard and W. Bro. Rousseau, asking advice in relation to the business committed to them by the G. S. L. on the 19th November, on which their report is returnable this evening. The G. S. L. instructed the G. Secretary to communicate their opinion, and granted further time for the Committee to report, till the last Wednesday in April.
The petition of Joseph Homer an expelled member of
j k6 ^^^Lodge, No. 367 was then taken up and read, and the petitioner admitted and examined in relation to his association with expelled and clandestine Masons. The petitioner had leave to retire, and his petition was laid on the taole.
March 15.—The D. Grand Master informed the G. S. Lodge thathe had appointed W. Bro. Joseph M. Marsh a Grand Steward to fill the vacancy occasioned by the resignation of W. Bro. James Millar.
A petition from Isaac Raunheim, praying the G. Stewaji ■fl.°^§e to 'nquire into the matter of his expulsion by Adelphi Lodge, No. 23, was read, also the copy of the minutes of the Lodge.
The minutes of the Lodge do not show that Brother Raunheim had had a regular trial; there are no specifications furnished, nor is there any evidence recorded, nor even the names of the witnesses, if there were any. The G. S. Lodge therefore decided to send back the case to Adelphi Lodge, with instructions to furnish Brother Raunheim with a copy of the charges and specifications, and to give him a regular trial, and to report their proceedings to the Grand becretary, in accordance with article 13, section 2d, chapter 3, of the Constitution.
The Grand Secretary reported that he had summoned Daniël R. Stiles, William Hemma, William McGinnis, and liobert Brown, delinquent members of the late Concord Lodge, and also had notified William Woodhull, a petitioner for restoration.



A communication was received from Robert Brown, asking for lurther time, which was granted.
On motion, William Herama was suspended, and the other cases were referred to the Grand Secretary to settle with the delinquents.
The petition of William Woodhull was laid on the table, until he should personally appear.
A petition for restoration to Masonic privileges was received from John I. Rickers, which was read and laid on the table, until the next meeting of the Grand Stewards' Lodge, at which time the petitioner is to be notified to attend.
A bill from Samuel Maverick, for rebiting the Grand Lodge Certificate plate, amounting to five dollars, was presented and passed for payment.
April 19.—The G. M. informed the G. Stewards' Lodge that A. M. C. Smith, formerly a member of Hoffman Lodge, who had been expt'lled by the G. S. L- in 1834, for default, in neglecting to attend when summoned to appear and pay his arrearage, amounting to three dollars, had now paid that amount, and asked to be restored. 1 he subject was ordered to be laid over until the next meeting, and the Grand Secretary, in the mean time, to ascertain from Bro. Smith why he did not obey the summons formerly sent to
A complaint was laid before the G. S. Lodge by the W. Brothers Horspool and Woolf, and Bros. R. B. Atterbury, S. W., A. S. Van Praag, J. W., and Morris Aria, Secretary of Adelphi Lodge, No. 23, against W. Joseph Jackson, Master of said Lodge. Ist, For refusing to put a motion, duly made and seconded, that Adelphi .Lodge appeals from the decision of the G. S. L. in the case ot L. Raunheim. 2dly, For refusing to put a motion, duly made and seconded, that a Committee be appointed to collect the charges made against Brother I. Raunheim. T he parties having been notified to appear, the Grand Stewards waited for them until nine o'clock, at which time they adjouined until Wednesday evening next, at 7 o'clock.
April 26.—A communication and documents irom the Committee of lnquiry, on the appeal of Richmond Jones, were received.



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On motion of W. Brother Solomons,
Resolved, That the investigation of the charges against the W. Bro. Jóseph Jackson be deferred until Wednesday evening next.
The Grand Secretary reported that, since the last meeting, he had been unable to see A. M. C. Smith, but would endeavor to see him previous to the next meeting.
The proceedings of the Committee to whom had been entrusted^ the inquiry into the facts connected vvith the appeal of R. Jones, from the vote of suspension from Apollo Lodge, No. 13, at iroy, with their opinions thereon, were read : also the preliminary proceedings of the Committee in rel at ion to the charges preferred by said R. Jones against the VV. Master of Apollo Lodge, Bro. Wetherbee. These documents being voluminous, occupied the whole evening in reading. And at a quarter past 10 o'clock the G, S. L. adjourned until 7 o'clock on Wednesday evening next.
May 3.—-The minutes of the meeting of the G. S. L. on the 26th ultimo, were read.
The Grand Secretary reported that, since the last meeting of the G. S. L., he had seen Alexander M. C. Smith, and had ïnquireu why he had disobeyed the summons to appear belore the G. S. L. in 1834, to which he replied, (and ofifered to make alfidavil) that he had never received such a summons, or he would have obeyed it. Whereupon, Bro. Smith, having discharged his arrears of dues to the late Hottman Lodge, by payment of three dollars to the Grand ecretary, was, on motion, restored to the privileges of Masonry.
I iie petition of John J. Rickers, for restoration, was then taken up, and after an examination of the records, and the declaration of said petition, it was decided that the petition of John J. Rickers is insufficiënt to justify the G.
. acting thereon ; they therefore direct it to be returned, with permission to amend the same.
The G. S. L. then took up the report of the Special Committee of Inquiry on the Appeal of Richmond Jones, which was accepted, the appeal dismissed, and his suspension connrmed.
i T1l6 9; ,S' h' then Proceeded to investigate the complaint of John Horspool, and others, of Adelphi Lodge, No. -o, against the W. Joseph Jackson; Master of said Lodge.
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The parties, (Brother Aria excepted, vvho did not attend,) were then admitted, and the charge and specifications were read.
VY". Bro, Jackson did not admit the truth of the charges preferred against him.
^ - Bro. Wooll, Bro. Van Praag, W. Bro. Horspool, and Bro. Atterbury were severally examined and their testiniony received.
The Minute Book of the Lodge was also examined. After wliicli the G. S. L. adjourned until 7 o'clock next Wednesday evening.
May 10.—The G. S. L. resumed the investigation of the complaint against W. Joseph Jackson. Brothers Horspool, Woolf, Atterbury, and Van Praag were admitted.
The defendant, W. Bro. Jackson, then gave his statement of the facts in relation to the subject under investigation.
The testimony of Bros. Spiro, Levenstyn, and B. Levy was received, and the Brotliers Horspool,Van Praag, Spiio, Atterbury, and Jackson, were questioned on some particular points of their evidence.
The parties having nothing further to offer in evidence were permitted to retire. The G. L. S. after Consulting on the subject, at half past 12 o'clock laid the subject on the table, and adjourned until next Wednesday evening, at 7 o'clock.
May 17.—The minutes of the last meeting of G. S. L. were read, together with ihe evidence received on that evening in the case of W. John Horspool and others, vs. W. Joseph Jackson.
The Grand Stewards' Lodge having considered the statements of the parties and their witnesses, ordered the follöwing Record of their decision :
lst. That the first specification is proved, and by the accused is admitted with the explanation, that he believed the order of the G. S. L. to be peremptory, and not subject to appeal. The G. S. L. order the motion to appeal, to be put to the vote in Adelphi Lodge, at its next regular meeting, unless it be withdrawn by the mover.
2d. That the second specification has been proved, but with much diversity of opinion in regard to the object and



intention of the motion refused to be put; the mover, the members,and the Master, understanding it differently. The G. S. L. are of opinion that the conduct of W. Brother Jackson, Mastel' of Adelphi Lodge, in refusing to put Constitutional questions, when regularly made, although partially to be attributed to ignorance of his duties, and the disorderly conduct of the members of his Lodge, yet was unworthy of the dignity of his station.
3dly. That the third specification has been proved by the united declaration of the accusers alone ; the witnesses declaring that some such remark as is charged was made, but they did not remember particularly what it was, and thought no harra of it. The Master denies it as charged. It is further proved that on the evening when these transactions are charged to have occurred, the Lodge was in great confusion ; the members clustering in groups, and many talking together ; the Master very much excited, as they say, and very much embarrassed, as he says.
The G. S. L. regard the remark, if made, rather as an undignified, unbecoming and indiscreet expression, arising out of the excitement of the moment, rather than one calling for their serious censure. And in concluding this unpleasant investigation, which the exercise of a proper spirit of forbearance and brotherly kindness, on the part of all the parties concerned, might have prevented, the G. S. L. advise that said parties hereafter endeavor to promote peace and harmony amongst the members, and order and discipline in the Lodge.
May 31.—The accounts of the past quarter were examined.
The G. S. L. then proceeded to elect a Grand Steward, to fill the vacancy occasioned by the resignation of W. Bro. Millar, and which had been filled temporarily by the appointment, by the Rt. W. D. G. M., of W. Bro. J. M. Marsh. Whereupon W. Bro. Marsli was nominated and unanimously elected a Grand Steward, until May, 1845.
On motion,
Resolved, That the Grand Secretary write to W. Brothers De Loynes and Telfair, and inform them that their presenee at the meetings of the G. Stewards' Lodge is very much desired, and requesting them to attend the duties of their station, or resign their seats.
The Grand Stewards' Lodge then took up the report of



the Grand Visiter in the County of Albany, on his investigation of the complaint of Kt. W. Ebenezer Wadsworth, against Evening Star Lodge, No. 75. The report with accompanying documents, were read, and at half past ten o'clock the further consideration of the subject was laid on the table till the next meeting, and the Grand Stewards' Lodge closed in due form.
August 30.—Quarterly Meeting.—Accounts examined as usual.
The Grand Secretary informed the Grand Stewards' Lodge that at the last meeting of the Grand Lodge, the W. Bro. Swaine had been elected a G. S. in the place of the Kt. W. Bro. Robertson, promoted, and that the W. Bro. Phillips, Alstadt and Wiggins, had been elected in the 4th Class of Grand Stewards.
The Rt. W. D. G. Master congratulated the newly elected Brethren, who were present, on their advancement to office, but assured them at the same time that they would find their stations no sinecures, but requiring strict attention, and the exercise of much discretion and judgment.
The following bills were received and passed for payment:
From Bro. J. M. Marsh, for printing, from June 15 to July 18, 1842, and three Folio Volumes for the Records of the Grand Lodge, $165 95
Less, cash received, . . • • 15 50
Balance, $150 45
From Bro. William Boardman, for carting furniture to Brooklyn and back, . . • • • $1 50
The Grand Secretary informed the G. S. Lodge that
from information received from Mr. Lewis, the G. L.
had recovered $120, interest due by the United States, outstanding in the names of E. Hicks and C. Bogert, as Trustees of G. L. funds. Whereupon the G. S. L. directed that $20 be paid to Mr. Lewis as a recompense for his services in the matter.
The G. Secretary reported, that in obedience to the direction of the G. L., he had communicated their wishes to the W. Brothers Telfair and De Loynes, that they would at-



tend totheir duties as Grand Stewards,or resign their seals. I hat W. Bro. Telfair had stated his intention hereafter to be punctual in his attendance, but that from VV. Bro. De Loynes he had received 110 atiswer. The Grand Tiler, on being questioned, stated that he had left the notice for Bro. De Loynes at his place of business, but clid not see him ; but that a few days previous he had inet him and had enquired where he should leave his notices, and that Brother De Loynes said, it was no use for him to leave any, that he lived out of town and could not attend.
On motion of the W. Brother Wiggins, it was
Resolved, That the seat of the W. Bro. De I.oynes, in this G. Stewards' Lodge, is vacated by his absence. ^
A ballot was held to fill the vacancy, and the W. Brother L>. S. Adams, of La 1' ayette Lodge, No. 64, was elected.
The G. S. L. was then closed in duè form.
JAMES HLRRING, Grand Secretary.
Classification of the Grand Stewards' of Charity.
lst Class elected in 1840.
W. John Waydell, ) c . , . ,T " Robert Roberts, > September, Oct Nov. 1843. " B. S. Adams, $ March' Apnl, May, 1844.
2d Class elected in 1841.
W. John Telfair, ) June, July, August, 1843. " J. M. Marsh, > September, Oct. Nov. 1844. " ThomasDugan,) March, April, May, 1845. 3d Class elected in 1842.
W. Geo. T.Swaine,) June, July, August, 1844. " J. M. Phyfe, > September, Oct. Nov. 1845. " Jona. Jarvis, ) March, April, May, 1846.
4th Class elected in 1843.
W. Richard Wiggins,! Pec' ]T813' *{an- Feb- 1844-
" Isaac Phillips,' Uu°e, July, August, 1845.
" C. Allstadt, [Sept- pc . Nov. 1846.
' J March, April, May, 1847.



September 6, 1843. QUARTERLY MEETING.
PRESENT:
The Rt. W. A. H. Robertson, D. G. M. as G. M.
" " Wm. Willis, P. D. G. M. as D. G. M.
" B. Kreischer, of No. 12, as S. G. W.
" B. M. Wattripont, of No. 17, as J. G. W. " " James Herring, G. Secretary.
" Robert Roberts, of No. 20, as G. Treas'r. " " and Rev. VV. W. Wallace, G. Chaplain.
" W. J. Surre, G. Marshal.
" Wm. Wa&ner, G. Standard Bearer. " " John Coffin, G. Sword Bearer.
" Daniël West, G. Steward. •
" James G. Finn, S. G. Deacon.
" Greenfield Pote, J. G- Deacon.
" Wm. Boardman, G. P.
" Alexander Copeland, G. Tiler.
The Representatives of the Grand Lodges of Georgia, South Carolina, New-Jersey, and Texas, and the Representatives and Past Masters of 21 Lodges.
The minutes of the G. L. on Saturday afternoon, June 10, 5843, were read and approved.
The minutes of the G. S. Lodge, on the 30th of Aug., 5843, were read, accepted and approved.
The Rt. VV. and Rev. Brother William W. Wallace, Grand Chaplain, was installed by the Grand Master.
The Grand Secretary stated that there had been no action taken on his report of warrants liable to be declared forfeited, at the last annual meeting, excepting in the case of Junius Lodge, which had gone into the hands of the



Committee on Warrants, from another source : whereupon the Grand Lodge
Kksoi.vëd, That the warrants of delinquent Lodges, reported by the Grand Secretary in June last, will be declared forfeited at the next annual meeting, unless they make their returns at, or previous to that time ; and the Grand Secretary is directed to notify them accordingly.
The annual Grand Lodge having omitted the appointment of the Committee, ordered on the adoption of the report of the Special Committee on the iYlemorial in relation to the JVJasonic Hall and Asylum Fund, the following brethren were appointed the Committee : Rt. W. Bros.Herring, Willis and Robertson, and W. Brothers Horspool and Winthrop.
The Committee was requested to report progress at the next quarterly meeting.
The Grand Secretary presented, on behalf of the late Grand Tiler, Bro. Thorburn, a copy of a Masonic Monitor, in Spanish, for the Library of the Grand Lodge, which was accepted.
The Grand Secretary also presented a copy of the Hon. Daniël D. Barnard's Discourse on the life and services of Stephen Van Rensselaer; a copy of the Discourses of the Reverend Thaddeus Mason Harris, late Grand Chaplain of the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts ; a copy of the Ahiman Rezon, published under the authority of the Grand Lodge of Maryland ; and nine volumes of the F ree Mason Quarterly Review.
The following resolution was, on motion of the VV. Bro. Roberts, adopted:
Resolved, That the works presented to the Grand Lodge by the Rt. VV. ürother Herring be accepted and placed in the Library of the Grand Lod^e, and that the thanks of the Grand Lodge be presented to IU. W. Brother Herring for the same.
The Grand Secretary announced, that the M. W. G. Master had been pleased to appoint the W. Daniël West, °r ^enevolent Lodge, No. 28, and Ihe W. John Solomons,
r W D L°dge, No. 23, Grand Stewards ; in the places of \V. Brothers De Loyries and Pirsson, and that all the other Grand Officers by appointment were continued as before.
Ihe Grand Secretary also announced, that in consequence of the increase of the Foroign correspondence of



the Grand Lodge, he had, (in the exercise of the right vested in him by the regulations of the Grand Lodge,) appointed Bro. Maximilian Rader, of Pythagoras Lodge, Assistant Grand Secretary for French and German correspondence.
At the request of the Grand Secretary, a Committee was appointed to exatnine the returns of such Lodges as may be placed in their hands by the Grand Secretary as incorrect ; and to open a correspondence with those Lodges and endeavorto get them corrected. The \V. Brothers Nexsen, Phillips and Roberts were appointed said Committee.
The Journal of the Convention of the Grand Lecturers, assembled at Baltimore, in May last, was referred to the Grand Officers.
The Grand Master informed the Grand Lodge that a suggestion had been made by a member, which appeared to be of sufficiënt importance to be submitted for serious consideration. lt appeared there were twenty-four Masonic Bodies, now meeting in this City, paying an annual rent of $1,200, to which the rent paid by the Grand Lodge of $200 might be added. That if all these Bodies could agree to go into one building, to-be taken and fitted up expressly for their use, a great saving might be enected; or, if thought proper, a considerable addition might be made from the surplus fund for the erection of a Hall.
The proposition was received with approbation by the Grand Lodge, and it was
Resolved, That ihe subject be referred to the Hall Committee, appointed this evening, together with one member to be appointed by each Lodge in the City; and that the other Masonic Bodies be requested to appoint one from each, to unite with them, and to notify the Grand Secretary of the name of their delegate as soon as possible.
Notice was received from Benevolent Lodge, No. 28, of the restoration of Charles \V. Carpenter, tu the privileges of Masonry.
The G. Lodge then closed in due form and with prayer.
JAMES HERRING, Grand Secretary.



A Complete List of the Lodges under the Jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of the State of New- York, on the 10 th of June, A. L. 5843.
JYo. Name. Town. County. Master, 1843.
1, St. John's, New-York, New-York, Charles S. Rowell.
2, Indep't. R. Arch, New-York, New-York, James Alcock.
3, Mt. Vernon, Albany, Albany, Hiram Arnold.
4, St. Patrick's, Johnstown, Fulton, Joseph Cuyler.
5, Masters, Albany, Albany, no return of election.
6, fet. George's, Schenectada, Schenectada, no return of election.
7, Hudson, Iludson, Columbia, Richard Carrique.
8, Holland, New-York, New-York, B. R. Winthrop.
Unity, New-Lebanon, Columbia, no election.
13, Irinity, New-Vork, New-York, Balthazar Kreischer.
13, Apollo, Troy, Rensselasr, Lyman Powers, S. W. actiug M.
14, Temple, Albany, Albany, VVilliam Ferguson.
15, Western Star, Bridgewaïer, Oneida, no return since 1841.
17, L'Union Frangaise, New-York, New-York, B. M. Wattripont.
19, Fortitude, Brooklyn, Kings, Jobn E. Goodchild.
20, Abrams, New-York, New-York, Robert Roberts.
21, Washington, New-York, New-York, Isaac M. Phyfe.
22, St. John's, Greenfield, Saratoga, John Gifford.
^3, Adelphi, New-York, New-York, Joseph Jackson.
Albion, " " Daniël Seixas.
27, Mt. Moriah, " " William H. Walling.
S?nevo.lent' " " VVilliam JJBurre.
Champion, Champion, Jefferson, J. G. Lynde.
o?' ïlarmers» Clifton Park, Saratoga, no return of election.
qo' JJ7echanic' New-York, New-York, William Richardson.
Warren, Pine Plaïns, Dutchess, Morgan Hunting.
03, Ark, Geneva, Ontario, Richard Hogarth.
• 7, Rising Sun, Guilford, Chenango, no return of election.
oö, Columbia, New-Pallz, Ulster, " "
?n' Sr'Ve ^ranc/1' Bethany, Genesee, Lucas Parks, J.W., acting M.
4U, Olive Branch, Frankfort, Herkimer, 110 return of election.
41, Sylvan, Moravia, Cayuga, William Wade.
43, Star, Petersburgh, Rensselccr, Hiram Moses.
lening Star, Hornellsville, Steuben, no return for four vears. |^n.10n» Lima, Livingston, Alanson Brown.
j Utica, Utica, Oneida, Ezra S. Barnum.
48, Ark, Coxsackie, Greene, no return of election.
4J, Watertown, Watertown, Jefferson, Asher N. Corss.
ol, Fidelity, Trumansburg, Tompkins, no return of election.
orf, Brownvillo, Brownvillo, Jefferson, Arba Strong.
04, German Union, New-York, New-York, William Wagner.
ra' ;„ohenll"den' Brooklyn, Kings, William Cumberson.
«ram*, Lansingburgh, Rensseloer, Daniël King Manhattan, New-York, New-York, Daniël H. Van Sice.
ca' ~al®doma> Caledonia, Livingston, no return since 1835.
64, La Fayettc, New-York, New-York, B. S. Adams
65, Morn.ng Star, Canisteo, Steuben, George H. Stephens.
bb, Richmond, Castleton, Richmond, Olivcr Vanderbilt
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Mo. Name. Town. County. Mastcr, 1843. G7, Mariners', Ncw-York, Now-York, Jolin Waydell.
68, Montgomery, " " William McArthur.
69, Naval, " " John Harron.
70, Union, Coventry, Chenango,no return of election.
72, St. S. and St. Jude, Channingsville, Dutchess, no election.
73, Lockport, Lockport, Niagara, no return of election.
74, Junius, forfeited and warrant recalled, June 1843.
75, Evening Star, West Troy, Albany, Carey Murdock.
76, Western Light, Lisle, Broome, no return since revival.
77, Cameron, Howard, Steuben, no return of election.
78, Mixville, Mixville, Aleghany, no return of election.
79, Hamilton, Palatine, Br. Montgomery, no return since revival.
80, Montgomery, Stillwater, Saratoga, no return of election.
82, Plrabus, New-Berlin, Chenango, Rouse Clark.
83, Newark, Newark, Wayne, no return of election.
84, Artisan. Amsterdam, Montgomery, no return of election.
85, Washington, Albany, Albany, George S. Gibbons.
86, Pythagoras, New-York, New-York, F. A. Boden.
87, Schodac Union, Schodac, Rensselajr, David Booth.
88, Batavia, Alexander, Genesee, Ebenezer Mix.
89, Temperance, Newfane, Niagara, Henry Bowors.
90, Franklin, Ballston, Saratoga, William Saunders.
91, King Solomon's Primitive, Troy, Rensseker, Achille J. Rousseau.
92, Hiram, Newburgh, Orange, Peter F. Hunn.
93, St. Joseph's Valley, Niles, Berrien, Michigan, Robert E. Ward.
Nt)TICE.
The Grand Secretary's Office is open at the Howard House, at the corner of Broadway and Howard-steeet, daily, from three o'clock, P. M. till night, for the transaction of Masonic business.







NOTICE.
1 he Secretaries oi the Lodges under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of the State of New-York, are requested to prepare two copies of the new form of Returns to the Grand Lodge, one of which woukl be most convenient for future reference, if recorded in a book.*
In the column headed "Lodge No." number from the top dovvnwards. These numbers are to be the permanent Lodge numbers of the Brethren to whose names they are attached, and are not to be given afterwards to any other member of that Lodge.
The column headed "Grand Lodge No." will be carefully filled by the Secretary in his Lodge Regisler, vvhen received from the Grand Secretary, after the names have been registered in the Grand Lodge Books, and this will be evidence that the persons to whom those numbers belong, have been registered.
In future Returns, those numbers will be required with the names, but the other particulars need not be repeated.
The Secretaries of Lodges who have not forvvarded the Certificates, required by the Constitution, of the election of Officers, are requested to furnish the Grand Secretary with said Certificates immedialely.
* Lodge Registers, with printed heads, and riiled, sufficiënt to contain sorae five hundred names, have been prepared, and for sale by Bro. J. M. Marsli 5 Eldridge-street; they are also for sale at the Grand Secretary's office. Price' 75 cents, each.



New-York, Nov. lst, 1843.
To the Masters, Wardens, and Members of the cf=P under the jurisdiction of the Gr. O of the State of New-York :— Brethren—
It is our privilege to address you as part of the great Masonic family, and present for your consideration, subjects of great importance tothe well being of the body within the jurisdiction of this State ; and whilst with gratitude we render our thanks to the Supreme Architect for his kind and protecting care of and merciful dispensations to us individually and collectively, we acknowledge his power in enabling us still to preserve for the benefit of future generations, the integrity of the ancient and beloved Institution, which it shouldbe our pleasure, as it is our duty, to cherish, honour, andsustain.
Our position at the head of the Institution requires from us a watchfulness over its interests, a constant study of the means best adapted to secure them, with a knowledge of its true position, which may not always be apparent to others. In the discharge of our duties during the past year, we have, at times, had great satisfaction, but not unmingled with regret. And while we fully and frankly lay before you the causes of our gratification, we must also point out the measures which we are convinced must be adopted to remedy existing evils, and for the prevention of others.
We have had great satisfaction in knowing from the returns and letters of the [SI in various parts of the State, that where the Fraternity attend to their duties prudentlj and faithfuily, they are in the enjoyment of -public confidence, and that the highway to prosperity is free before them—but with this we have the bitter mixture, in the evidence before us, that the great purposes of our Institution are paralyzed by internal discord and contention in particular [SI. In our last annual letter, we particularly exhorted you on this point; nevertheless, this evil has notceased, but in several places it has increased with circumstances of unmitigated hostility, which can no Ionger be tolerated without shame, and inevitable destruction. Why is this 1 Is this Fraternal Love 1 Is this the proper example to set before the world, or the young members of [SI, of the power and influence of Masonry on its votaries? You will at om e answer " No ! it is precisely the reverse, and must- be rect'fcd." The cause is two-fold :—a want of vigilance in the selection of candidates, and in the neglect of discipline. There are men of whom it is impossible to make Masons. If they have not the proper preparation of mind and heart, all efïbrts to plant therein the seeds of love and benevolence will be in vain. Labour with what diligence and fidelity you will, you cannot square a block of polished marble from a granite rock. When then you find that after all the caution you have used in the selection of your associates, you have unfortunately one amongst you who can neither enjoy the peace of the □ himself, nor allow others to "dweil togetlier in unity," it will be for the interest, the character, and happiness o!' the body that such one should be requested to withdraw, or to take from him otherwise the power of annoyance, rather tlian that the whole body should be disgraced or destroyed by his machinations.
We have noticed with satisfaction, that since the attention of the Fraternity has been called by the Regulation of June, 1842, to the error which has too long prevailed in this country, of allowing Masons who belongtono □, to enjoy at their pleasure the same privileges as those do who by their labour and contributions support the Institution, that many have united with the active craftsmen, but the Regulation to be completely effective, must be strictly, steadfastly) and everywhere enforced. We have remarked it. as a fact beyond doubt, that the applicants for the benefits of Masonic Funds, are most frequently those who have not contributed to them. We have seen many who during ten, twenty, and even forty years of residence in the vicinity of [Ep, have not made themselves known as Masons, and who probably never would, had not some distress, real or imaginary, led them to seek the aid of those they had so long neglected. Such conduct is everywhere, exceptin our own country, a marked " irregularity," which excludes from peeuniary relief. No where can such persons show themselves to be in good standing in the Institution ; and common sense and common prudence should guard the fnnds from drones and parasites. There are at this time several tliousands of Masons, (so called,) in this State, who have belonged to no □ in many years. Before yon admit them to become members, require from them satisfactory evidence of their conduct and standing in the □ to which they last belonged. This may be, in some cases, not unattended with difficulty, owing to the loose and irregular manner in which returns have been made to the Gr. □ in times past, by most of the extinct [j=P, nevertheless it can generally be accomplished, and the results of such inquiries as have been made from other States as well as by [Ep in our own, have proved the necessity of this precaution. Above all, guard against those who in the days of our depression and perseeutionproved recreants and renounced the Institution. Let no stranger be examined who does not bear a Gr. □ certificate from a well known and recognized body, and let no Brother from this State attempt to visit abroad until he has provided himself with a similar document from us.
We have noticed a practical error in many Brethren, who remove from the vicinity of their □ without paying their dues and obtaining a regular discharge. This is au act of imprudence on their part; and of injustice to their □. Removal does not discharge their dues nor exempt them from the penalty of default. They are not entitled to membership in any other □, nor is their □ exempt from the payment of dues to the Gr. □ on their account, so long as they continue them in membership ; and as every member of our [£P must now be registered on the Gr. □ books, and all



Ir rU dt rr4 Rafter, when any one is suspended for non-payment of dues, the amount
mem anv^Z^f l T the ^ t0, the Gr" D' that the Grand Secretary be enabled to answer at a mof®e p7 ^q" 7/r°m abr0ad concermng the standing of the delinquent. And we would advise members of m who t . □ certificates, dated more than three years back, to have them revised and endorsed by the Gr. Secretary.
nowtc—fJi111;r'e/0t!,Ced in the printed lransaCtions of the Gr- a at its Iate a»™al meeting, tbat a fund is ternitv nfTh £? > w f°undmS a Permallent establishment as an Asylum for the Aged, and the Orphans of the FradeTnlv hP " , trus"hat no brother wil! withhold his hand from that beneficent design. None can lcnow how
of nnr sL f ,chlldren V be mterested at some time in that Institution. It becomes us therefore for the honour is at once Whl thePerfectl°niofo"ri0rdcTr- to direct our thoughts to every plan for carrying out the project, which as it is „„plS ®Xle. ^ ' and desirable. In this there must be umty of action based upon unity of sentiment, and of 1 that Ü,1,S/U'ld w!ü be formed m Part from two sources of Gr. □ revenue, which by the resolütion
tïnn "f V ' W-er® pledged tothat obJect> it is important that we should lay before you the result of a close examinaavailnW -tcase' m conne°tlon with other ex'sting Regulations. To render any portion of the revenue of the Gr. □ so wl rnnC 'f nec®ssary * ^11 sll0,lM be increased We have reluctantly arrived at this conclusion, but having done tributions nf tlC8i^,e , Ct e y°"!r i a g5eater evi1 than Poverty should fall uponus, arising from the unequal conv„1r. f the tg: to the general fund. Let us approach this subject with careful attention, looking back a few years, as well as at the present and the future.
erW hTS whlCh WC trUSt h,aV<3 deParted forever, when the ö throughout the State were depressed by poverty, scoffof K.l v /C fnemif' ,and neSlected by timorous friends, little or nothingwas expected from the ® out of the City oro-antJatinn ,Ta 8sup,p0rt 0 uthe Institution. That the m throughout the State should keep up their
reauired T> d'®CIPlme' and contribute by their returns enough to pay their representatives, was as much as was ^rantfvl ®Uring the lo.ng Penod of Slxteen years, ^ believe no □ asked for a remission of dues, and it was not fed nnH Jf' ^ ° darknf s are Passed- The elder r§] are once more at labour, new ones have been constitunlationJ — ^ f embry°> but,8tl11 the ability of the Gr. body is not s.rengthened, nor so long as the present regtbne t? f g dues' an drawback of the representatives for mileage continue, is it probable it will be. To A , l M a i°nS' therefore, we particularly ask your attention, that theymaybe with unanimity reformed at the uext Süsand dolSa year mmimUm °f the necessaiT expenses of the Gr. □ may be set down in round numbers at a
durll'lminTn i'fiQcffi? ab0Ut 50u° ^o',1 lhe Sl,ate' which by surrendersi and forfeiture of warrants were gradually re' i ,i n 1839 there were but /2 left. Since that time others have gone down, but their places have been filled up, and there are at present that number, 20 of which are in the City of New-York and its vicinity, whose representan° ,?ay for ^ttendance or mileage. The representatives of the other S receive during the annual meetX an Cent,S a m,le travel t0 and fr0m the Gr a' Provided they bring sufficiënt to pay that 't 7 reC61Ve °nly What they pay in' The Gr' 0fficers from the country receive compensation at the
odlllc icllc.
The effects of this Regulation will be understood by an examination of the following table :
Receipts for Fees, Dues, Certificates, and Dispensations from [§] entitled to drawback. Paid Gr. Officers and Delegates.
From 1833 to 1834 $267 12J $238 25 in June, 1833
1834 1835 177 85J 202 47 " 1834
1835 " 1836 304 47J 255 25 " 1835
1836 l< 1837 216 50 246 45 " 1836
1837 «' 1838 287 87J 294 94 " 1837 1S38 " 1839 346 00 311 00 '■ 1838
1839 " 1840 343 12J 250 75 " 1839
1840 " 1841 488 99 423 80 " 1840
1841 « 1842 399 84J 386 91 " 1841
v t n , Ut2, ' 1843 630 40 506 85 " 1842
First Quarter 1843 637 79 660 68J " 1843
$4099 98 S3786 35A
T2n11««— • ii. . rn "
jjauauw ïen ui me ±reasury, 313 62J
Whole amount of Receipts from the above sources from May 1834 to Mav 1835 " " <1 li 3 
wnoie amount oj Keceipts from the above sources from May 1834 to May 1835 $873 66
1835 1836 847 53
1S36 1837 933 64
1837 1838 942 48
" 1838 1839 792 58
' ' " 1839 1840 773 57
(i " 1840 1841 1302 15
" " 1841 1842 1052 78
„ u " " .1842 1843 1475 86J
1843 1844 not yet ascertained.
.inus it win De seen that while the necessary expenses (without taking into account any of those extras which constantly occur, or any benevolent donations,) have amounted to $11,250; the contributions towards those expenses from the country tg] have only amounted to $313 62|. It is evident also from the above table, that the pay roll of the Representatives and Gr. Officers from the country sweeps almost every dollar from the Treasury that they pay into it, and we cannot perceive any probability of improvement in that respect from the gradual increase in the number of [g], because even in June last, the pay bills if they had been audited in full, that is, if the Representatives had brought money enough to pay their own bills in full, they would have drawn out nearly $100 more than they did. The operation of the Regulation evidently is to increase the amount of drawback in proportion to the receipts, leaving nothing, and less than nothing towards the necessary expenses of the Gr. n. If then the amount of registry fees and certificates is deducted for a special fund, the pay bills must be proportionably reduced, but even then the past and present inequaluy in the contributions towards the necessary expenses will not be remedied, as the whole revenue derivable from t ie t§] in the Cily of New-York and its vicinity, is insufficiënt to meet these expences even now, and to set apart the revenue derived from them for the registry fees and certificates, would only tend to the accumulatión of a fund for a special purpose, while the Gr. □ would become involved to a greater amount in debt.
What, then, is to be done ?
There are two measures which may be adopted. lst. By reducing the allowance for travelling expenses of Gr. Officers and representatives from 5 cents a mile to the amount of the actual expense incurred : which ought to be satisfactory to every Representative.



2dly. By increasing the fees paid to the Gr. □ for initiations from the present rates (of $1, and 50 cents for registry) to $ó, and giving to each novitiate on being raised, a Gr. □ certificate and Constitution. This might, perhaps, require the initiation fee to be raised. Having thus spread the facts before you, our duty seems to require that we should ask you, Brethren, if you are willing that your Gr. □ should struggle on in eternal poverty, when the means are at your eommand to enable her to stand forth among the first on the face of the earth, and certainly foremost on this continent 1
Are you willing to let every thing stand as it is, when the way is open before you to exalt Masonry in this State by the establishment of permanent works of charity which will redound to the honour of every member of the Order ï
Is it proper that with the honourable reputation which your Gr. □ has acquired abroad, its establishment should be confined to a common room in a public house ?
Why is it that while the [Ep of this State have initiated less than a thousand candidates, they have suspended and expelled some fifteen hundred for unmasonic conduct and non-payment of dues 1
Brethren ! arouse from your torpor. Determine only to exert yourselves to render Masonry in the State of NewYork an object of universal ajiprobation and admiration, and it will be done. Do not wait for each other, but let each □ and every Brother strive to be foremost in the work of improvement. As watchmen on the high towers of the Order, we say to you plainly, now is the time. The flame is kindled, extinguish it not by your coldness or timidity. While, therefore, every Brother who professes to love Masonry, is called upon to shew by his works the value of his faith, let them as bodies delermine what ought to be done,—what they desire to be done,—and in accordance with their judgment let their representatives at the next annual communication, come to the general assembly prepared to act in the name of their constituents.
In the mean time we request that each □ will, so soon as possible, make known to the Depiity Gr. Master, what are their views and wishes, that he may be enabled to lay them before the Gr. □ at the commencement of the Session.
We are, Brethren,
Fraternally yours,
MORGAN LEWIS, Grand Master,
ALEXANDER H. ROBERTSON, Deputy Grand Master, JAMES HERRING, Grand Secretary,
JOSEPII SPRAGUE, Grand Treasurer.