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DocumentList [0]="Events 2010: Group/1#events_2010_group_1#@2010group1  group dinner at st helens masonic hall on friday 19th march 2010 come and join a question answer forum with e comp steven reid p g swd b deputy grand superintendant 5 45p m for 6 00p to be followed by 7 15 00 excluding wine all masons welcome dress lounge suits book your lodge chapter secretary now";
DocumentList [1]="History of Lodge 86#historylodge86#@lodge86  lodge of loyalty no 86 historical jottings w bro frank davies p pr j g in december 2004 celebrated 250 years continuous masonry prescot apart from the church and earldom derby it is difficult to think any other organisation with such a long connection town our history begins 1753 when 24 year old anthony tyrer who had been made mason elsewhere petitioned moderns grand grant warrant constitution authorising foundation freemasons this was duly issued dated 20th one class documents called ldquo deputations rdquo which only six exist country three them lancashire readers will readily appreciate why ours stored bank vault until day meeting returned promptly next morning document original by laws were written on parchment are perhaps most treasured items rsquo s inventory effects deputation does not mention name or number during its lifetime has allocated total 9 numbers 235 172 1755 136 1770 110 1780 111 1781 101 in1792 126 in1814 in1832 finally 1863 records show have known variety ways e 1756 as followed pictorial representation rose crown at about time seems that but officially named amp letters showing 1777 referred simply later legs man appeared for first 1801 meetinghouse meetings being held green dragon public house now demolished felt an acceptable thought adopted because many members also loyal club met wednesday before full moon ever since there least 4 attempts move fixed all soundly happily defeated noticed early days houses they more than few hundred yards current home masonic hall built halfway down street used between 1875 1877 beautiful domed ceiling be sold co got into financial difficulties today occupied social services building became available brethren decided short sightedly good times do last forever too comfortable well looked after unrivalled catering skills miss annie watkinson king arms contemplate 1927 came present daughter lodges granddaughter great even formed equity widnes antient manor st helens owe their existence faith ashton makerfield whilst can boast tenacity five 1851 would foundered 1840 1841 interest waned alarming degree fact some these attributed activities chartists forerunner labour party caused considerable unrest determined invited liverpool help keep alive set 26th april 1850 failed appear despair recorded minutes almost palpable did however resolve pay arrears due 294 368 attended following membership increased 44 rest say";
DocumentList [2]="History of Lodge 897#historylodge897#@lodge897  st helens lodge of loyalty no 897 a brief history w bro c r bromilow p pr j g secretary the owes its origin to meeting held on 25th september 1861 in solicitor rsquo s office church street at which 8 founders were present when it was resolved that petition be presented grand england for warrant hold fleece inn called 1199 changed 1863 9th december first is not until 7th number by still known march 1879 recommended lease private rooms new building erected corner hall period 7 years assembled resolution move imperial buildings ormskirk 1885 defeated but did eventually 1898 modernisation took place 1912 with installation electric lighting 1919 deposit made secure late salisbury hotel purchase completed 1921 formation masonic co ltd minutes record 1923 had purchased wolverhampton house and briefly mentioned as having been sold two later company being unable obtain possession premises messrs critchley bros amp former paint store formed moved february 1927 after extensive refurbishment meets there freemasonry has steadily expanded since founded freemasons lodges";
DocumentList [3]="History of Lodge 4121#historylodge4121#@lodge4121  st helens lodge no 4121 extracted from the 75th anniversary history in 1920 several past masters of ionic 2405 met to discuss possibility forming a new freemasons within at that time there were only two lodges town plus one prescot outcome various meetings over months was consecration on 30th september register grand england hall by then provincial master rt w lewis s winslow ceremony attended many visitors and it is recorded initially 18 members present 17 being mason all installed this meeting deputy bro j k turner who mayor has been suggested gave rise name interesting note founders rsquo jewel miniature painting glass blower using long blowpipe linking local industry however record substantiate found another suggestion for named after helen whose tells us had attributes which are expected regular held imperial buildings ormskirk street followed festive board fleece hotel church first wednesday each month excluding june july august with installation taking place october 1921 proposal may be cancelled but following debate decided retain drop 1923 altered second where remained until opening masonic our building dedication temple 1927 transferred venue day third still case during war years as normal thirteen initiated period 1939 1945 1943 consent peacock margaret scotland raised he stationed haydock r f unable attend his own since its foundation honoured times promotion rank more especially status highest honour must surely awarded arthur foxton having into appointed assistant west lancashire 1968 attracted large number drawn diverse occupations contributed character high standard we trust will maintained future approach centenary 2020";
DocumentList [4]="History of Lodge 4151#historylodge4151#@lodge4151  the beginnings of st helens lodge integrity no 4151 prepared and presented to meeting held tuesday 6th november 2007by w bro christopher r bean ppragdc these notes have been using information abstracted from painstakingly written minute tyler rsquo s books 1920 when was conceived created opening entry in very first book is a document entitled ldquo genesis rdquo this describes some detail how excellent respected which current members are caretakers formed begins it on january 26th that past masters called discuss question forming new ultimately proposition t moncrieff decided necessary steps be taken thus definite step deal effectively with accommodation great increase candidates connection loyalty 897 ndash matter had for time growing more urgent masonic buildings ormskirk street there were present 12 brethren recorded following full frank discussion proposal take form unanimously agreed hicks appointed secretary later conference should group committee being instructed make arrangements duly 31st rooms garner case proposed chairman f mann promised give his earnest attention march 30th lodges 2405 ionic joint further discussed both m sturgess making perfectly clear advance masonry such as could only satisfied by formation two expressed himself fully claims just adding he perfect agreement speakers undertook state position provincial grand record second hospitality 5074 subsequently consecrated wednesday 27th march1929 its mother due course petition sent forward parent consider settlement various preliminary conditions mastership naturally freely interestingly eventually wisely honourable offered order seniority distinction falling upon jos birchall p pr g o who readily consented act while moulds d c fell honour occupying office senior warden then call place before them statement whole important occasion ordinary became officially connected april 28th occupied chair lucidly explained up date confirmed worshipful master designate founders guarantee limit pound 10 offers invited privilege acting same principle followed appointment names founding proudly printed every summons day suggestions title words whose compiled unfortunately name indicate actual compiler gentry impressive speech stirred hearts minds all carried note appended pointing out letter dated dec 20th wrote saying developed into so designated warrant will therefore recognised among other business each month excepting months july august concluded hearty vote thanks 16th happy well received effect mwgm has pleased accede prayer meet at also intimated preparation delivery set afoot consecration 18 market 19th 11 officers initiation fee fixed fifteen guineas annual subscription joining fees left consideration sub consisting wm wardens treasurer dc matters again under presidency ceremony would thursday 1921 3 pm banquet fleece hotel 5 after list official invitations drawn included ms 4121 plus ten installing others recognition their valued services committees subsequent allocated specific duties duty purchasing regalia jewels delegated pay forthwith pounds authorised open an account london city midland bank particularly pleasing announcement made unique initiating candidate son mason person mr david caldwell esteemed organist whom granted exercising right lewis we aware any however dignified 4th attended apologies j moston accept lengthy ensued taking object avoid far possible initiated felt prior claim offices kept unduly back respect end seconded wor resolved they shall not considered eligible unless able show three years membership true spirit shown decision permit become reduced remain operation twelve page reads rental having previous obtain writing allow use h b houghton sec 20 stating june charged sum regular meetings including arrive itself took previously stated 3pm minutes read follows ever memorable history imperial presence distinguished company representative district consecrating nbsp rt louis winsloe jp treas prov officer pooley harrison pearson thos baildon ig rev bracecamp chaplain i faithfully accordance programme copy reference nothing excelled reverence impressiveness passed off without slightest hitch beginning period oration nature principles institution text said meant sound morals uprightness honest entreated live worthily see none but men stamp admitted assured if done throughout province better good example town richer advent completed below rank installed leave during absence burrell deputy readmitted greeted according ancient custom addressed e sadler presenting ipm james neville address given v pigot ensuing year willis chas critchley fletcher moore phythian welsby informed point entirely control behalf high appreciation efficient manner discharged expression inscribed gracefully acknowledged compliment highly appreciated added always pleasure consecrate west lancashire work compelled say exceptionally referred especially observing listened orations several occasions deep interest proceeded continue fact testifying profound regard within few birth elected honorary member walton rippon mm living rainhill bottling store manager kitchen toll bar dentons green lane motor engineer aged 22 one another john montagu gameson 31 vincent civil five reported wishes greetings 9 86 484 367 1013 57 4003 289 closed harmony retired where installation served don appear details those tylers total 46 comprising 13 21 visitors detailed booklet specially attached lots accompanied singing relevant passages bible corn scattered represent plenty wine poured joy cheerfulness oil symbolise peace unanimity salt sprinkled fidelity friendship qualities highlighted obviously equal importance today though passage respective priorities may changed somewhat october paid departed merit winslow pro you recall earlier front loose typed contains 28 significance geographical spread addresses less than lived distinctly locations isle man llandudno stalybridge bath north harrow glossop chester last means least montreal canada contact listed gpo whether because worked or reason completely imagination carefully typewritten glued handwritten began 1922 over deciphering much easier ones even care pen ink 1st february commencing 6 34 four prospective number awaiting emergency soon commonplace 9th 7 30 generously provide cloth personally embellish most gratefully accepted hoped long 2009 beautiful still life records through process progressed degrees varying times probably didn festive board 8 seemed fairly common room arranged required basis cases opened tribute deceased brother funeral service finally private grave side religious committal 1923 45am closure christ church eccleston widow sentiments beautifully terminology highest quality 3rd truly inspiring commemorative tablet contained unveiled used report large attendance 47 applied landlord permission affix wall seen attendances averaged 33 whilst average 7th 4 stepped aside approaching progress thereby logical progression ladder reality largest noted my readings 79 1924 third degree performed statistics can limited value comparison numbers attending 1933 inclusive reveals lowest 1927 36 1931 65 celebrate centenary 2021 special look eager anticipation";
DocumentList [5]="History of Lodge 4289#historylodge4289#@lodge4289  a short history of dominion lodge no 4289 member the original warrant was dated may 30th 1921 and consecrated by then r w provincial grand master bro louis slade winsloe on october 4th at carlton hall eberle street liverpool sponsoring excelsior 3580 brother j harding that first there were 18 founder members who names are shown summons regular meeting held 22nd when 10 joining admitted along with two initiates fyles lawrence installed as in 1934 but unfortunately resigned september 24th 1927 without making chair left masonic 1922 to make it s home 22 hope where meetings adams suite except for installation which corinthian due large number brethren attending all fourth saturday 1988 decided purchase banner dedicated our present colin penty wright time assistant dedication took place november 26th is still displayed originally formed seafaring hence name ldquo rdquo crest globe union flag past jewel countries british empire dominions red denote like freemasonry sun never sets celebrated golden jubilee 1971 this william hindson continued prosper until early 1990s other city lodges numbers began dwindle reaching low 21 1996 masters order save from extinction drastic action needed such moving away altering night neither these suggestions initially found favour roots only convenient some existing worked resided places far london therefore take one step end proposed seconded 28th move prescot proposal carried unanimously 25th january 1997 retaining membership 8th group start rejuvenation we made extremely welcome eventually became full st helens commencement 1998 99 season agreed alter exception friday commencing 98 now has thirty subscribing continues";
DocumentList [6]="History of Lodge 5074#historylodge5074#@lodge5074  a short history of the lodge hospitality no 5074to mark 75th anniversary its consecration w bro d j burgess b 2004 banner on entering temple at our present masonic hall in st helens 2 street corner and george looking to right tyler s door you will see large picture p g jeffrey his appointment as provincial grand warden province west lancashire who was then past master ionic 2405 may consider mention strange way commence but it july 1927 instigated circulation letter among 4 lodges meeting loyalty 897 4121 integrity 4151 requested brethren ldquo are keen enthusiastic desired make progress fraternity rdquo meet discuss formation new result that 14 attended preliminary friday 7th october minutes indicate considered should be formed relieve pressure other particularly further state an aggregate over 200 members from had not yet attained office steward following names were suggested possible titles for equity friendship fidelity sincerity fellowship must mentioned premises only recently been occupied having previously paint warehouse considerable amount work undertaken especially domed there obviously time air optimism with thriving membership enthusiasm expand craft subsequently petition sent stating total 330 existing more than 8 because rule 6 initiates per year permitted waiting list entry proposed this those interested proposal met wednesday 11th 1928 informed original 5 acceptable they duplicates put forward own which carried fees payable 15 guineas initiation joining subscription 27th march 1929 less years after concept aired 5074 took place worshipful brother l c bailey being consecrating officer colonel t stephenson deputy installing ceremony chaplain address stated founders chosen name their aim strengthening bond union between so come inspiration associated vast numbers freemasons devotion common purpose crystallized phrase design happy communicating happiness records show busy relieving group even resorted emergency june regular month accommodate additional extra november addition many proposals honorary well continued vein until outbreak second world war september 1939 when first decreed all resumed meetings same varying times 30pm 6pm or 30 pm depending is interesting note early customary call during weekdays coincide funeral deceased opened closed normal manner tributes paid departed merit assembled church graveyard burial service one such held thursday 28th 11 45 am due death fairhurst pr founder repaired rainhill parish where rev bradford vicar whiston conducted extended open invitation servicemen staying visiting attend also any requests regarding reduction serving forces caused disruption business within flow some resort lectures brief period 1941 surprisingly picked up again 10 totalled 37 interim 17 recent fall off has occurred three hodgson stanley marsh eventually became officers receiving rank deacon percy augustus shaw initiated into 9th december 1931 aged 29 passed through ranks 1948 assistant celebrated golden jubilee 50 1979 director ceremonies celebration eric latham h bellis both whom have received worthy paul lundy dedication official capacity footsteps perhaps compiler centenary able add least member spoke would please know 2003 100 including weekend festival abbey hotel great malvern worcestershire nick plotnek 8325 millennium 2000 deciding visit listed book idea conceived anticipated host similar event 2005 menu sheet 187 1697 6607 7927 8645 9299 slovenia surely fitting epitaph";
DocumentList [7]="History of Lodge 6048#historylodge6048#@lodge6048  history of the lodge st george no 6048 a short compiled by w bro glover p pr j g on occasion 50th anniversary in 1995 and reproduced with his permission beginning desire to form new which became was first conveyed meeting past masters ionic 2405 march 1944 when they were asked sponsor same resolved give project its support provided that more complete arrangements submitted for approval there followed prospective founders april twelve two wardens agreed become further may added master masons original fourteen following letter worshipful officers brethren dated 8th formally approve formation daughter recommend favourable consideration grand tentative given at september final granted november october it name be would collier snr m h abbott 4121 t n mcintosh 5074 should senior junior respectively february 1945 o cowper std b chairman helens prescot group lodges informed them had been pleased accede prayer found numbered badge legend ldquo rdquo consecration took place friday 4th masonic hall street 2 30 pm provincial r arthur foster having entered procession accompanied taken chair appointed as nbsp installing s hannay dep warden ward warmington chaplain rev roston secretary e nicholson d sec director ceremonies boutriller c deacon l bailey f clark sword bearer denson swd standard keenan immediate robinson inner guard brough presenting officer richardson also present hewlett harrison jeffrey together all exception heaton thirteen seven fifty one other then proceeded consecrate after deputy installed james an election held office treasurer bott being unanimously elected invested him jewel sampson crooks huyton galliver assistant armstrong east lancs organist lowe asst hunter else steward baines tyler dickson address early years considering few is necessary put position context what happening world day german forces europe signed their surrender luneburg heath effective from 5th victory celebrated over japan 15th august before ordinary though war austerity continued rationing only finally ended 1953 this affected several ways buy clothing have required coupons generally under control jealously guarded ladies so kindly loaned theirs until thirty acquired members bought 1948 contribution made assist expense refurbished another borrowing cloth loyalty 897 rex winter presented food problem night restricted 140 persons days reports allocation tickets show often oversubscribed 1947 number dining reduced 100 comply restriction order classes ticket non guests about time charge catering doubt lot ingenuity keep happy fed are he occasionally served mountain lamb euphemism goat despite these problems or perhaps even because prosper well laid foundations statistics can sterile themselves but some numbers do serve illustrate fortunes started 26 founder year 38 9 joining 3 initiates former increased reasonably steadily reaching peak 70 1968 falling 57 1973 rising again 62 1975 40 1990 remaining lower 40s since end 1994 112 27 making total 165 those departing 124 47 deceased 64 resigned 13 excluded olde england nyghts nyght carried out ceremony 1955 changed december where has remained ever festivities wednesday 1952 majesty king vi died dined dispersed mark respect choir trained up stewards fall membership saw late we relied community singing pattern less changes due costs start wore wigs georgian costume churchwardens rsquo pipes tobacco glasses souvenirs etched date shapes sizes varied through social events 1946 thursday half closing thursdays saturday evening whist alternative dancing wishing play ceased seventeen bros peter jack pimblett supplied red roses nights installations 1962 supplying five additionally saddest recorded 1960 during grundy mrs received dinner announced reached places table suffered heart attack dances 1950 raise money i festival regular event twice dance now unfortunately fallen wayside lack crown green bowling feature june inception various venues including club police sports ground bishop road via public houses last invited greatly enhanced both attending pleasure silver cup jim ball retirement returned untimely death annual prize winner gentlemen competition brown memory wife gladys banner dedicated golden jubilee replica emblem used summons itself based reverse side full sovereign coins crafted harry boscoe oswald 5170 warrington assisted dorrie headmaster who seventy banners craft royal arch degrees within outside province west lancashire never payment either materials donation charity alpass benevolent institution way raised pound 17 000 truly magnificent achievement liked carry dedication case not shortly completing our watching usage above acknowledgments compilation owes much secretaries faithfully proceedings committees addition father alan great believer keeping own record mention filing circulars installation programmes etc stanley marsh very friends heard tales memories help compiling expressed thanks conclusion committee allowing honour writing outline heritage hold trust future generations";
DocumentList [8]="History of Lodge 7512#historylodge7512#@lodge7512  fifty years of windle lodge by w bro p a fyles msc on monday 17th october 1955 twelve brethren the st helens and prescot group met to discuss formation new in h o cowper chairman chaired meeting while stanley marsh vice acted as ldquo founder secretary rdquo existing six lodges were growing considerably it was unanimous view those present that needed would probably be called andrew rsquo s sponsored no 4121 1 suggested should first worshipful master meetings take place fourth wednesdays through april one mason from 897 4151 anxious make masonic progress invited become which there maximum 20 next founders held 19th 1956 when assistant provincial grand thos ward attendance he explained detail conditions necessary for approval petition after agreed december deleted month changed september already province also choose different name three alternatives proposed hardshaw sherdley at this formally accepted its sadly however died before third took 8th august therefore decided four more 10 12 56 18 2 57 8 4 30 remaining details consecration finally carried names 21 who subscribing members 13 cost warrant amounted pound 10s 6d 3 hall 23rd may 1957 m attended 109 including 73 visitors consecrating officer l e rutherford deputy charge installing officers namely j laithwaite acting senior warden heaton two directors ceremonies main ceremony treasurer tyler 5 elected appointed invested charity collection raised 8s 0d presented cheque 50 guineas dep allocated charities bros fry honorary candidates festive board included 7 course meal with roast beef or chicken following regular 25th deacons broughton hamer exchanged places allow escort his son derek around temple initiate acceded chair 1960 became john repeated 1965 warham initiated arthur but 1971 williams broke all records passed gratten during year office every either degree an installation non being november 1969 performed presentation tracing boards popular filler 9 times between 1982 member 50th anniversary r bywaters 1977 pr g foxton t 1984 osborne followed rhodes 2000 roughsedge 2007 addition 82 initiations 81 passings 79 raisings welcomed 15 joining abbott else achieved rank have since d aukland haslam junior wardens 1980 1998 respectively holden director 1995 later rewarded their labours went received even greater honour royal arch 1999 second principal 1968 permanent social committee established has always enjoyed good fellowship other example annual bowling competition vigilance bryn stewards exchange ionic installations ladies evenings note history brief can complete without recognition debt owed over our existence we thank them past hopefully continuing support celebration 23 35 guests c caulfield conducted proceedings purpose then read eacute cis minutes time various furnishings high quality been introduced into 6 commemorate voted purchase perfect ashlar suspended tripod crane use manufactured superb standard jackson integrity ball allen 500 525 reference donation ndash again reminiscent sum evening splendid happy occasion re dedicated themselves freemasonry welfare others above glory god holy had 65 loyalty lathom 2229 2405 4120 hospitality 5074 brookfield 5077 oswald 5170 winckley 5438 george 6048 true light 7323 boteler 7367 12s petitioners each proposal forms 1958 both offices until gubbins purs well known locally professional examples are set working tools thomas 1962 plate donated 1966 bickerstaff 1974 f cope created excellent wooden frame part prayer dedication chaplain remind us rock whence hewn perfection strive attain now dedicate etc 110 60 compared";
DocumentList [9]="History of Chapter 86#historychapter86#@chapter86  chapter of lebanon no 86 ex comp frank davies p pr g s n in 2001 the celebrated its 150th anniversary making it like lodge loyalty to which is attached oldest st helens amp prescot group and ranking 9th chronological list chapters west lancashire however many us have long suspected that dates from much earlier than shown on warrant evidence for our suspicions comes three sources firstly petition supreme grand 1851 stated ldquo whereas appearing royal arch masonry has continued some time original be lost we hereby etc rdquo a clear statement meetings had been held unquantifiable secondly composite tracing board owned used by features crowbar alongside all more usual symbols ndash reference since this thought at least 200 years old another indication early activity thirdly plate jewel bearing name james hayes number 111 an impressive reverse face apparently these jewels were very common amongst freemasons although front was fairly well regulated terms content back left individual interestingly there also emblem knights templar carried between 1781 1792 too would indicate interest indications prompted request museum library who confirmed 7th may 1807 charter issued 135 meeting furthermore minutes exist as 1803 until 1844 but stage after date ceased meet effectively became defunct ties closely with battle survival serious difficulties during period only when brethren liverpool joined membership grew result surprise petitioner j walmsley one masons rescued first principal new lunar always wednesday following full moon days street lighting or even proper roads safer travel dark if moonlight good chance approaching highwaymen could seen evasive action taken somewhat unique carries different requirement carry same their sponsoring commenced informally about 1817 1843 four times year months october december february april premises high small thriving take great pride quality ceremonies whilst they embraced ritual suggested managed hold rather quirky working thus preserving identity member masonic order";
DocumentList [10]="History of Chapter 1609#historychapter1609#@chapter1609  history of liverpool dramatic chapter no 1609 ex comp frank pye scribe e was consecrated at prescot masonic hall on 10th april 1969 by the grand superintendent m sir knowles edge bt establishment followed 11 meetings founders commencing in december 1967 it felt that existence a attached to lodge would encourage members become royal arch masons made approaches garston and halls regarding accommodation finally settled as most satisfactory venue welcome companions antient manor 4511 kindly their regalia furnishings available until they could obtain own has continued flourish present membership 31 almost since its founding we have held half night ldquo ladies dine rdquo evening which wives friends non are invited initially were february but for many years now been when guests enjoy festive fare musical entertainment result gained several new who enjoyed proceedings company";
DocumentList [11]="History of Mark 466#historymark466#@mark466  prince of wales lodge mark master masons no 466 member masonry began in the st helens and prescot group by brethren from liverpool particular members excelsior 359 becoming involved formation a on 9th october 1893 emergency was held at masonic rooms hall street for purpose advancing qualified to as it become known prior consecration meeting after dispensation other communications were read out open w m designate bro d f gaskin his team took up their positions within ballot taken proved favourable thirteen advanced honourable degree these then formed backbone being ready place 29th january 1894 presence right worshipful provincial grand earl lathom together with installed s first 1898 meetings new imperial buildings ormskirk until present building opened 1927 30th march 1931 sponsored creation 903 since day has its four times year third tuesday months installation december february april we have during this time keystone which are justly proud continues thrive drawn lodges addition groups extends warm welcome craft join fraternal ensure continuity many years come";
DocumentList [12]="History of Mark 1331#historymark1331#@mark1331  queensway mark lodge no 1331 master masons was formed in liverpool on 5th may 1967 it met at the exchange hotel until 1971 when moved to masonic hall hope street 1997 relocated once again prescot where remains this day name ldquo rdquo is most likely derived from tunnel a road under river mersey connecting with birkenhead portal used crest we currently have 20 members and meet twice year first friday of months september installation but do occasionally hold emergency meetings if need arises";
DocumentList [13]="History of Rose Croix 391#historyrosecroix391#@rc391  st helens chapter rose croix no 391 the came into being when harold abbott a wigan mason of crawford 114 talked to number masons about setting up there followed meeting in early 1947 where idea was warmly welcomed permission sought from supreme council governing body order as result consecrated on 14th june ceremony took place at adelphi hotel liverpool with all members present first november 28th has grown strength years have passed 1997 celebrated 50th anniversary consecration coincidentally membership stood 50 is still robust extra meetings planned accommodate candidates meets fourth fridays march september and enthronement by invitation only must be master least one year rsquo s standing who profess trinitarian christian faith falls area south west lancashire district";
DocumentList [14]="History of KTs 49: Founders#historykts1#@kts49  founders of the william de la more preceptory no 49 by eminent preceptor p a fyles msc october 2nd 2003 according to summons warrant was granted on 26th november 1856 yet first james turner hall arrived 14 years later in 1870 reason for this that after only 4 regular working manchester original became dormant around year 1860 ten however 25th group knights from jacques molay encampment liverpool restarted prescot during ldquo emergency rdquo meeting sir knight henry wright deputy provincial grand commander stated suspension had been due circumstances over which we have control some members having died and others left district so who were what history priory lancashire evidence can be found showing encampments these similarly when rewritten its 1970 centenary it noted further petitioners has or they belonged appears previous researchers did not look very far why founded certainly time might expect see an increase masonic activity treaty paris signed 30th march effectively brought end crimean war as masonry flourishes times peace there would ready supply candidates officers men returning front simultaneously quite lot happening within organisations example 1850s saw development kt commanderies followed boundaries already use craft royal arch new provinces contained actual preceptories perhaps therefore under leadership master colonel charles kemeys tynte expansion number given priority again mark lodge formed well known authority g e w bridge revival templar priests especially lasted about 20 claims somewhat disastrous period prime movers distinguished their enthusiasm than proficiency he does mention him name but is referring john yarker called doyen fringe whose activities based at will return shortly key factor take into account being right place also cottonopolis england buzzing with raw capitalism dark satanic mills meetings took queen rsquo s hotel four founding jerusalem captain anthony bennett jp records installed 1851 timber merchant profession 1859 remained member until his death friday 21st december 1883 aged 64 seems one those back appointed ralph fawsett ainsworth george balfour two constables rather captains columns days probably another along future namely stephen smith clay listed tailor draper 1857 resigned same occupied chair 1854 1863 m d now maybe coincidence ever abdominal hysterectomy performed 1843 dr unfortunately patient massive haemorrhage few hours likewise speculate richard burton could francis become famous explorer uk returned crimea latter months proposed wife her words brief fortnight uninterrupted happiness before set off once discover source nile certain familiar north books entitled wanderings west africa fernando po nice think indeed soldier scholar adventurer research difficult because widow ashamed translations kama sutra etc made large bonfire out most papers diaries thing note courtenay cruttenden crattenden shown histories 1862 wise sovereign palatine chapter ancient accepted rite adjacent possibly prince rose croix none other cruttendon went chancellor vice 1875 probate against heaton norris here founder outlived 60 version past president cotton brokers association limited 1880 individual east romaine callender junior born 1825 father senior started life assistant coming birmingham 1815 promotion eventually spinning business own sons brother pope partners whig moderate liberal city council involved struggle incorporation up 1838 managed like village manorial court subscriber principal charities public institutions town trustee infirmary grammar school eldest son youth connected helped extend company purchase such barrow dean r warehouse 54 72 spring gardens grade ii building included hon sec athenaeum treasurer southern hospital diseases women children northern counties incurables union cheshire institutes 1st volunteers board united kingdom alliance magistrate lieutenant significantly chairman south conservative benjamin disraeli visited april 1872 guests stayed ashbourne house residence victoria park stockport political achievements peaked 1874 general election minister second elected parliament career equally busy role 29th scotland province apparently reinstalled english scottish authorities reached agreement should degree additionally side degrees suspended 1861 ia revolve ask surprising answer question 1853 martyr quebec start just three possible canadian internet brant county marriage declaration 1878 groom 23 musician needed involvement industry important forced resign many orders american civil 1865 blockade states stopped reaching led famine mass unemployment poverty starvation how affected imagine 1876 51 suffering rheumatic neuralgia prostration nervous system accordance medical advice way france illness break journey st leonard sea where january 22 buried johns church mersey 29 attended decide memorial fairbairn engineer vigorously opposed commissioning marble statue people call bad investment capital interest ironically sculptor warrington wood commissioned reproduce likeness hence remains view today";
DocumentList [15]="History of KTs 49: 1870-1970#historykts2#@kts49  william de la more preceptory no 49 1870 ndash 1970 kt james ball m b e q p 1st constable 71 the most excellent and supreme grand master has been pleased to approve grant of a centenary patent with effect from 22nd november commemorate one hundred years continuous working warrant was granted by eminent colonel charles kemeys tynte on 26th 1856 petition sir knights henry anthony bennett ralph fawsett ainsworth george balfour romane callender richard burton stephen smith clay courtenay crattenden further evidence petitioners found or encampments which they belonged authorised an encampment templar be holden at oueens hotel in manchester entitled ldquo rdquo first meeting queens but that time little is known about until indeed only transaction we have knowledge it said knight walter robinson installed december 21st 1866 our book records contains full account emergency royal exalted religeous military order new court house prescot 25th opened form wright deputy provincial commander assisted six officers conclave lancashire two members jacques molay liverpool purpose fully explained following extract stated this formerly held its meetings queen rsquo s circumstances over had control some having died others left neighbourhood for suspended as intended remove thought desirable hold here turner hall joseph fowler samuel morris were balloted unanimously elected joining also ensuing year these three permutation proposals then put forward names nine candidates installation member emt crankshaw honorary membership second 9th when five aforementioned proclaimed lllustrious duly followed lnstallation turn appointment finally very important decision made event mark beginning namely otherwise resolved shall meet friday february august october record bears unique postscript reads foregoing minutes proceedings appears accordance statutes are hereby allowed confirmed witness my name seal office fifth day april l 5875 d 1871 0 753 h royds g brockbank chancellor both called priory regular reconstituted 10th who present he pleasant duty perform excerpt consequence his health not allowing him spend much cannot visit province would wish nevertheless interest heart acquainted me all transpires connection furniture purchased i fact informed furnished every requisite except books lsquo set them obeyed now you handsome consisting minute declaration subscribing cash alms receipt register use hope may long exist become harmonious flourishing exception so generously given still possession considering their age condition valuable asset original opening pages copy complete hand written splendid examples copper plate writing beautifully engrossed old english lettering treasurer accounts seem beyond other can relates those earlier born again seen strong masonic company intent succeeding where failed inevitably promotion rapid competition keen appointed registrar same later after winning ballot seven votes against recruitment flourished four installations single feature despite however attendances rather poor perhaps due difficulties travelling many living surrounding districts widnes wigan must adversely affected quality ceremonies proposed malta added seventy elapse before realised 6th 1944 esteemed prior captain j c maples t 1875 moved june 1877 decided move molyneux assembly rooms bootle cum linacre 18th 1879 saw skelmersdale memorial westminster road kirkdale county lancaster low ebb 1881 attended owing neither preceptor nor past could 23rd discussion took place desirability amalgamating sundry letters read reginald young agreed should continue own retain kindly presented us albert hudson idea thus fell through least united months each lived st helens hardly surprising proposition future carried situated corner street church met 11th last able make start haul towards permanency prosperity 20th 1882 red letter special dispensation adelphi 12 30 half hour announced clement r n beswick business transacted seems err description obviously does refer 1954 honour being host town occasions under banner 1886 elect postponed because benjamin thompson command steamship lake champlain belfast obliged take charge lnstalled 19th 1889 resignation accepted regret china slow boat another entry early obscure somewhat tantalising dated 1884 motion notice appeared circular convening animated withdrawn there unhappily trace matter issue ever remain mystery doubt frequent topic 1893 1894 question keeping considered keep meantime do best strengthen position lmperial buildings ormskirk 16th 1897 remained 1926 transferred home times recently words meaning singularly appropriate century distinctly itinerate whereas comfortably settled forty enjoyed privilege conducting temple striking beauty 1906 1920 twice during whole period became preceptors within significance col murray k example leadership support encouragement getting poorer averaged per led invitation counter declined goodness emanated pax came into close bond exists between happy acknowledge assistance brother rendered just fifty since major turning point fortunes thomas abbott real tower strength went number increased although surprisingly devoid incident without steady progress credit putting together events covering will conceded gave talents betterment good way back presentation chaste elegant silver cigar case acknowledgement efficient service few recorded instances generation whose efforts apparently escaped w 1874 twenty active almost up death 1915 several sub non smokers illustrious late dr robert jackson dates 1898 1948 celebrated fiftieth anniversary longest serving less than 1900 1910 1921 magnificent bible caxton type printed london barker 1634 valued ago pound 500 vellum scroll commemorating gift inserted cover world war marked general expansion activity planned prominent houghton forman indefatigable freemason 1930 attained high rank great happiest eventful periods history base assessment largely upon standard performance ceremony often dependent skill officer marshal relate recall mind pay tribute wood well served zeal assiduity hard surpass behind carry work capable assistants kts ernest tunstall chamb hilary slade jones pr dec currently holding giving freely services expertise benefit owe deal marshals conduct manifold illustrations explanations contribute better understanding ritual systematic personalities incomplete proper reference influence extended confines wider spheres freemasonry contribution enhances reputation prestige acclaims pleasure gratitude generally done practical rare celebrations accordingly opportunity paying extant griffiths gt senior unfortunately unable attend lyle resident northern ireland stanley marsh cons chairman group craft laithwaite retirement grasmere category actively engaged affairs f broadley wide interests historian lastly banker certain draw any organist arthur foxton outstanding everyone strive welfare assistant particular next finch parts popular zealous lifetime filled offices closely associated publication pleasing coincidence 1957 worthy ashall bithell presiding celebration mention individual representative worked frustrating endeavours prosper too part praises go unsung salute collectively fortune changes rapidly sad reflection struck off arrear subscription endorsed gone address conscientious wrote am sorry answering your excuse wife upset grieved illness tibby cat local tomcats got sunday morning chap named night rubbing embrocation nearly mad candles 2 9 1 3 making 4 expenses know liabilities discharged conclude short historical note williams 1947 spent considerable trouble researching subject learn predecessor battle 1298 suppression templars commenced ten 1308 england thrown prison languished 1311 pardoned released forced confessions broken solitary dungeon 1312 reached thank god march precepts praise";
DocumentList [16]="History of KTs 49: 1971-1996#historykts3#@kts49  william de la more preceptory no 49 1971 ndash 1996 by the registrar kt p a fyles msc b g march 1997 centenary meeting of took place at masonic temple hall street st helens 4 00 m on 1st april event was well attended and honoured presence provincial prior v e arnold moreton sub lt col h c w venning k t officers year during j ball read history which he had compiled this document has its own it taken largely sometimes verbatim from an earlier work sam skelland who appointed in 1946 found way into ldquo priory lancashire rdquo discussed maples bridge grand librarian mark masons rsquo 1954 when attempted unsuccessfully to schedule for 1956 our records 1950 eminent preceptor expressed appreciation s his efforts compiling next 5th october acting john evans wrote that referred moving terms death very efficient passed away vacation celebration proved success but preparations not gone quite so smoothly thursday 2nd 1970 relation called muster roll minutes announced would probably be held february then promptly resigned membership left building we can now only speculate reference triggered surprising behaviour over temporarily responsible most until barton position is longest serving member officer great another minor hiccup occurred 3rd december rather unexpectedly explained special reason visit apologise able attend thus postponed alms collection raised pound 10 20p worth noting because previous value 2 14s 6d recorded decimalisation 15th 4th may 1974 town under banner 96 knights including 15 priors occasion conveyed sincere thanks excellent said conditions here are room right size course balcony unfurling banners marvellous following gathered dinner overseen both hosting commander bodyguard 1975 installation d still been nominated election as supreme master desmond ryan certain companion l parr knight templar became 1983 chancellor 1993 installed dr holker treasurer craft 1990 1949 awarded o assistant constable brought life 7th 1989 broughton warden regalia paid presented copy summons encampment holden new court house prescot friday 8th 1871 reached him philadelphia usa actually word crossed out invite substituted above includes heraldic shield part design crest came consideration yet again decided create 1992 3 roughsedge designed mrs mary hopkins wife current marshal executed manufacture dedicated ceremony r forsyth team saturday hosted once time leyland where different since 1991 even if become established venue have regarded viable alternative mid 1980s publication anti book undesirable element infiltrated council instituted witch hunt against employees conceal their unscrupulous needless say they soon fell power actions coupled with mistaken attitudes some local clergy strained relationship hierarchy however successful len dedication same must recognised one eventful ended magnificently stan asst pr chair always attracted serious recent included less than four deputy directors ceremonies latham bellis brown full set officials group stated sure century just fruitful first far prediction totally accurate";
DocumentList [17]="News Archive: 2005/1#archive_200507021#  44th annual golf day raises 500 for willowbrook hospice on 30th june 2005 the st helens amp prescot masonic society held its at grange park club in event is an opportunity golfers to enjoy a of and same time raise money very worthy non charity twenty two enthusiastic managed avoid most rain showers which threatened dampen play start conditions course were said be excellent even by those who lost as afternoon arrived sun broke through maintained tradition weather has been feature this last few years evening joined golfing friends masons meal presentation prizes jeff taylor was overall winner seen receiving his stanley marsh trophy from lionel gornall vice chairman group freemasons les jones kieren turner joint second position with ray craig fourth slot over successful raising funds year no exception pound donated rsquo s activities richard paul clark have organising 7 expressed their thanks all had taken part various donations raffle concluded everyone looking forward next being able improve scores";
DocumentList [18]="News Archive: 2005/2#archive_200507022#  new amalgamated prescot trinity lodge no 3401 an to be called will come into existence at the communication of united grand in summer 2006 formed from three others st michael rsquo s temperance red triangle 3874 and antient manor 4511 meet on third thursday month with its installation taking place march become subsuming their number used for this is mainly because celebrates centenary a year or so both are going drop tradition that alcoholic drinks can served festive boards likely amalgamation date reflects situation have lsquo first time masters they need complete full qualify as past installations all lodges voted formally membership estimated about 60 making it largest helens group";
DocumentList [19]="News Archive: 2005/3#archive_200507023#  support for local hospice in 2004 the freemasons grand charity had a sum of pound 550 000 at its councils disposal to be allocated by way grants hospices throughout country and from which other province west lancashire have themselves been awarded various recent years st helens prescot group members delighted that willowbrook has supported some 11 075 additional monies they raised donated locally chairman vice presented cheque 2 being further annual grant lady kirsty pilkington as council management who was accompanied mr brian halliwell director fund raising together with nursing staff addition also pleased continue their making donations 5 275";
DocumentList [20]="News Archive: 2005/4#archive_200509021#  continued support for willowbrook hospice 15th september 2005 a cheque pound 4436 was presented to lady kirsty pilkington by keith james lyon chairman of the st helens and prescot masonic group being monies raised during charity walk last year from generosity west lancashire freemasons together with generous donation 900 membership dominion lodge which meets at expressed sincere thanks this excellent helps continue its valuable work pictured left right as viewed are neil wright chief executive j council management eric latham senior member brian halliwell director fund raising";
DocumentList [21]="News Archive: 2006/1#archive_200610081#  a celebration of 60 years in masonry at their lodge meeting 14th december 2005 loyalty 86 celebrated with w bro jim gornall p pr j g his 60th anniversary as freemason alfred roughsedge ass m paid tribute to s masonic career and gave an interesting resume life from childhood business progress through joined initiate empire no 3257 on 13th november 1945 was master 1958 59 after which he served chaplain for 20years 1960 hardshaw 8722 1977 prescot mark april 1950 1961 number promotions became past senior grand deacon 1983 the group chairman keith lyon read greeting rt presented provincial certificate occasion festive board followed interest account included fascinating insight into history st helens development craft town choirs various churches appreciation time renovated preserved table plan no86 installation 150th 1904 return engraved whisky decanter glasses";
DocumentList [22]="News Archive: 2006/2#archive_200610082#  prescot trinity lodge no 3401 amalgamation september saw another first in the group with an ceremony three lodges involved were our own antient manor along red triangle and st michaels from woolton took place at widnes masonic hall attendance provincial grand master full team this included wardens deacons choir organist although almost unbearably hot on night unique excellent festive board to follow thoroughly enjoyed by all 126 members who attended newly installed worshipful steven burns is shown holding certificate handed conclusion of";
DocumentList [23]="News Archive: 2006/3#archive_200610083#  prescot masonic hall open day saturday september 9th was an historic at after weeks of hard work the opened to public for first time ever event part a national heritage weekend which saw buildings around britain many them opening brain child w bro graham hughes p prsgd who had formed links with precot museum committee and thanks lodges including st helens brethren displays historical artefacts were assembled on visitors brought over from nearby in small groups they greeted by guide then took tour building temple laid out furnishings belonging mainly lodge loyalty no 86 dining room their own display tables as well there being charities lasted 10am 4pm attended help proved tiring but very rewarding response good steady stream all whom positive felt it have been worthwhile worthy repetition our new assistant provincial grand master group edward caufield psgd attendance much 1pm another recorded official visit lady mayor knowsley both impressed pleased experience big thank you those experiment may soon be repeated";
DocumentList [24]="News Archive: 2006/4#archive_200610084#  willowbrook hospice and hospitality lodge the st helens prescot freemason s were once again pleased to be associated with this time a cheque for pound 1000 was presented on behalf of brethren follow up earlier donations by who have regularly supported w bro keith lyon chairman group expressed his pride in he is here pictured presenting lady kirsty pilkington council management accompanied bros r ball plumpton";
DocumentList [25]="News Archive: 2006/5#archive_200610085#  willowbrook hospice the freemason s grand charity continues to give extensive support wider community on behalf of it freemasons and 216 hospices have benefited from grants as part a pound 500 000 scheme in 2005 st helens prescot were once again pleased be associated with grant made chairman expressed his pleasure that local membership continue close links at presentation cheque for 1750 keith lyon group is here presenting lady kirsty pilkington council management mr neil wright chief executive";
DocumentList [26]="News Archive: 2007/1#archive_200710071#  another year challenge freemasonry is a gathering of men pledged to adopt high ethical standards in their everyday lives commit themselves endeavouring improve living for all especially those less fortunate than whilst at the same time building an environment affording enjoyable and social style families company others equally committed ideals keeping with nationwide trend like voluntary organisations has suffered drop membership over recent years as result taking new members average age current increased therefore this we actually our level recruitment did not succeed increasing numbers nevertheless increase was most encouraging much restore confidence future reduction however dampened enthusiasm active throughout st helens amp prescot group been done quality life local community donate masonic grand charity which example recently given pound 65 000 british red cross u k flood relief appeal 50 asian likewise regularly west lancashire charities fund makes similar donations air ambulance youth uniform give constant support hospice hospitals well responding appeals made us from wide range lodges these causes make individual contributions within on side organise nights dinners barbecues quiz where friends are invited participate have organised coach trip lodge london will also take show shopping needless say it oversubscribed two halls undergone extensive refurbishment during summer months after break start meet again september remain go forward any reader wishing consider should first enquiry website manager see opening page lionel gornall chairman";
DocumentList [27]="News Archive: 2007/2#archive_200710072#  windle lodge 1957 2007 on 23rd may at st helens masonic hall no 7512 celebrated 50 years of continuous working since its consecration it was attended by 23 members and 35 guests including the assistant provincial grand master w bro e c caulfield who conducted proceedings from rsquo s chair he explained purpose meeting a history after which secretary read pr eacute cis minutes time to various furnishings high quality have been introduced into commemorate 50th anniversary voted purchase perfect ashlar suspended tripod crane for use all lodges this manufactured superb standard jackson integrity presented ball allen during ceremony then with cheque 500 guineas pound 525 charities reference donation brethren enjoyed festive board main course roast beef ndash again reminiscent in sum evening splendid happy occasion when re dedicated themselves good freemasonry welfare others above honour glory god holy name";
DocumentList [28]="News Archive: 2007/3#archive_200710073#  a new ashlar for st helens to commemorate the 50th anniversary of windle lodge no 7512 members voted purchase perfect suspended from tripod crane this has been manufactured superb standard by w bro jackson integrity and was presented ball hall secretary allen master 2007 during their ceremony it is use all lodges at masonic brethren hope everyone will treasure take extra care when moving e g setting up temple chapter convocations or other degrees ashlars are one oldest symbols freemasonry along with tracing board make three immovable jewels which should ldquo lie open in moralise on rdquo bible god often called rock being cube therefore symbol godly perfection an ideal state fit only be tried square compasses said represent man decline years after regular well spent life acts piety virtue noble powerful please treat";
DocumentList [29]="Past Events 2009: Group/1#past_events_2009_group_1#  group trip to york following 2 years of very successful trips organised by the we now plan a on friday 20th november 2009 this weekend will include visit masonic venue show and plenty time for ladies do some christmas shopping prices are not fixed yet but i am told that they be around 170 per person ogden s coach bed breakfast an evening meal before saturday please register your interest emailing colin secretary as soon possible";
DocumentList [30]="Past Events 2009: Lodge 86/1#past_events_2009_lodge86_1#@lodge86  ladies evening lodge of loyalty no 86 we are holding a traditional at the st helens masonic hall on saturday 26th september and would like to invite brethren from other lodges in group this will be proper excellent fare banqueting menu dancing live music one or two surprises definitely real treat for our tickets special event very reasonable 30 00 each i shall grateful if all interested let me know their numbers asap many thanks your support kind assistance fraternally ian watson contact tel 01744 736 330 nbsp fax 08709 223 140 mobile 07770 395 599 email sales linian com";
DocumentList [31]="Past Events 2009: Lodge 897/1#past_events_2009_lodge897_1#@lodge897  ladies evening lodge of loyalty no 897 st helens is holding their on saturday 17th october the reception will be at 5 pm when worshipful master and mrs knowles pleased to meet those who are attending dress should worn dinner 30 entertainment 7 music in temple 9 00 dancing from 12 midnight tickets 27 50 available w bro ken harrison tel 01744 883356 closing date for application 2nd";
DocumentList [32]="Past Events 2009: Lodge 7512/1#past_events_2009_lodge7512_1#@lodge7512  evenings with windle lodge no 7512 2009 for your enjoyment and education social committee has arrangednot one not two three but four offering a variety of experiences food you are requested to provide the good company that will be necessary makeeach evening truly memorable in its own way french cuisine amp cabaret 26th june at 7 30 pm venue le frog st helens cost pound 19 95 contact dave allen 01744 738399 heights sights views 15th july 6 cathedral liverpool anglican ascend highest point take on see heaviest peal bells world lifts up tower have walk about 108 steps can do it there also an alternative tour followed by western rooms 18 00 english beer 4 pints hot pot 29th october leave masonic hall 5 45 p m thwaites brewery blackburn 21 more details here numbers limited 40 clive briscoe 0151 420 8336 or 07973 508784 all events open masons non we encourage invite friends family book now don rsquo t disappointed please make cheques payable ldquo account rdquo";
DocumentList [33]="Past Events 2009: Lodge 7512/2#past_events_2009_lodge7512_2#@lodge7512thwaites  daniel thwaites brewery windle lodge invites you to join us for an evening of good company and enjoyment blackburn thursday 29th october 2009 coach leave st helens masonic hall at 5 45 pm including tour canning plant museum hotpot supper vegetarian alternative available 4 pints beer cost pound 21 00 numbers are limited 40 tickets on a first come served basis return 10 arrive bro clive briscoe 0151 420 8336 or 07973 508784 this event is open both masons non";
DocumentList [34]="Site Map#sitemap#  site map main pages home news diary lodges others documents see below forum links events 2010 group 1 history of lodge 86 897 4121 4151 4289 5074 6048 7512 chapter 1609 mark 466 1331 rose croix 391 kts 49 founders 1870 1970 1971 1996 archive 2005 2 3 4 2006 5 2007 past 2009";