youth; but as years roll away the softest down becomes bristly as "the quills of the fretful porcupine," and the sexagenerian flinching under the daily agony, seeks in vain for what is termed the "luxury of shaving.” Professor Teetgen, in a little pamphlet, enlarges on the anatomy of the razor, which he sectionizes in quality, form, edge, &c.; then he enlarges on each, affirming that " a razor is not a saw," and illustrating his argument by very fair conclusions. The operation of shaving is in his hands an artistical one. And then his comments on the temper of a razor, how it should be set and stropped!

The Professor has appended an engraving to his pamphlet, with figures, denoting the exact mode of "shaving made easy."

Hints to Tutors, on Classical Tuition. By Dr. Thomas Cox, Head Master of Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Barnet. Harvey and Darton, Gracechurch-street, London.

If we were to devote space in proportion with the intrinsic merit of this essay, we should reprint it. With the title alone are we dissatisfied; it should have been "Hints to Tutors and Parents, on Classical Tuition;" for, if the learned author be capable, as he proves himself to be, of informing teachers in their duty, he must be, as we are assured he is, equally able to instruct pupils. Such a man, in short, as we should seek out; and, if satisfied with the ménage, select as the tutor of our children.

Monthly Prize Essays. Madden.

The mind that originated this admirable object must be intellectually philanthropic, and have a moral reliance upon the altar-staff of public support-wanting which how many powerful appeals to public opinion have fallen still-born from the press! The object of the director is to open a field of honourable competition "to toiling, struggling, suffering, and pining away" talent and ability, by offering "prizes within the attainment of all-with immediate payment on decision. More need not be said as to objects. The contents of the first number are, a paper on intellectual Cultivation-a poem on "old Times"Reasons for a new Edition of Shakspeare.-A Legend of the Rhine.— Modern Superstition.-Historic Doubts.-Elgiva's Trial.-Mythology explained by History. - Cycles of Civilization—and the director's reports of various contributions received. His opinions on their merits is very critically given, while the selection of what is published is highly creditable to his literary acumen.

The New County Courts Act (9 and 10 Vict. c. 95,) for Debts, Damages, Replevin, &c., with Notes, critical and explanatory; including decisions of the Courts in England and Ireland, on Statutes having similar provisions. London: Stevens and Norton, 26 and 39, Bell Yard, Lincoln's Inn.

The object of this edition is to explain, by practical notes, this very important statute. It appears, by the preface, that it has been generally called the "New Small Debts Act," but Mr. Udall considers this an improper title for a statute that creates a new jurisdiction, new courts, and a new process; he, therefore, says he has called it what its enactments show it to be. We do not profess to be practical lawyers—our department is the laws Masonic-but we conceive that the edition will be very useful to all. The critical notes are written with acumen, and will sustain the reputation of the editor.

TO CORRESPONDENTS.

We are requested to state that Dr. Crucefix has altogether retired from London. His address is, Grove, Gravesend, Kent; where all communications should be addressed that are intended for his personal observation-indeed, letters for the Editor, under cover to him, will more immediately reach their destination.

It is most earnestly entreated that, wherever possible, all communications may be written only on one side of the paper; also that all German and other foreign words may be most legibly written.

We are requested by Dr. Crucefix, who is preparing for the Press an account of popular events in English Freemasonry, to be favoured by any Masonic papers; more especially as relating to York and Athol Masonry-the trials of Preston, Whitney, Bonnor, and others. His own escapade is complete.

A CATHOLIC instructs us to state that any Freemason desirous of communication may address him " care of Mr. Jones, bookseller. Paternoster Row.

DR. STEVENSON.-Many thanks, especially for a Jamaica paper, which so many of our correspondents have overlooked. What abundance of promises, lavishly offered, have been altogether disregarded!

MRS. CROOK'S PORTRAIT.-Some correspondents should address the Secretary, Bro. Francis Crew, who will cheerfully attend to them.

BRO. SNEWING.We are largely indebted for continued kindness.

ANTIQUARIUS.-As Mr. Halliwell has accepted the condescension of Sir Henry Ellis, (vide Chat,) the publication of the letter is unnecessary.

QIN THE CORNER is not sufficiently sharp-sighted. What the ornate and learned Proctor did say, relating to the election of the Board of General Purposes, was-" Well! we must bear the infliction for the year, and then put a stop to it-we have strength enough." So look to it, my masters, in time; you are, it seems, mere warming-pans for the proctorial nominees, whose scrimmage will come off in June, 1847.

A TYRO.-Have nothing to do with the man, he is a Masonic traitor-money his objectdelusion his practice.

A SUBSCRIBER TO THE GIRLS' SCHOOL enquires by what authority the following words are printed at the head of the circular-" Daughters of decayed Freemasons, once in prosperity." Perhaps the Secretary will reply. We decline to insert the letter as too personal, especially on the provincial magnate of Sumatra, whose extensive charities thereat are so highly estimated by his countless constituents.

A PARTAKER.--The report of the Masonic banquet to Sir David Pollock, on his departure for Bombay, does not carry sufficient authenticity,

A PETITIONEK, (Sept. 20).-Information of the grant by the Lodge of Benevolence should not be delayed beyond four days of the dotation. Possibly the "holidays" may have interfered. Verily the embryo D. G. Secretary will require a deputy-sub ere he be long in office. Oh! for a rail-road improvement in Masonic charity.

BRO. OGBURN, (Sept. 20).-The report reached us too late.

A FREEMASON, (Bristol, Sept. 22).-Ditto. Why not give proper name?

LEWIS, (766).-Ditto. Would have been more welcome with proper name.
BRO. GRANT.-Too late.

H. P.-There must be some hitch in the affair. We know not the man.

BRO. JOHNSON.-Dr. Crucefix desires us to state that the letter has not reached him, consequently, the presumed reply is a miserable hoax.

A MASON.-We are authorized to state that the letters said to be received from Dr. C. may be published in any form and at any price; but the parties so acting must take on themselves all responsibility. If found to be spurious, the publication will of course, be denounced; and even if correct, an explanation may follow.

K.-We do not know the respective ages of Bros. W. H. White and Bossy, who are not relatives by blood; the latter married the niece of the former a few years since. Our correspondent has made a mistake in the word "martial," which should be "marital" in reference to the subject-however, we decline the article.

CINCINNATUS.-We have too frequently been deceived by the same party to place any reliance on his co-operation. Were a third attempt made to supersede our labours, he would be at his dirty work again,

A MEMBER OF THE NEWSTEAD.-Too late. The account of the merry meeting on the fourth is very graphic-fun, frolic, and cricket were the order of the day, which was gloriously fine. The officers of the fourth dragoons, with their fine band, enlivened the scene, which was rendered still more attractive by the presence of the lovely wives and daughters of the Brethren. We hope not to offend our hypercritical friends of the "Newstead,” if we say that, hoping for a future account of "Lodge work," we thank them on the part of the ladies for a very happy day most agreeably spent.

DISCIPLINE AND PRACTICE.

BRO. STUART.-Wardens may, on the decease or disqualification of the Master, convene a Lodge for the dispatch of general business, but they can merely rule the Lodge in the absence of the Master or Past Master-the ceremonies of making, passing, and raising, can only be conducted by an "Installed Master."

A MASTER.-The recent pharasaical move, if not an absolute violation of law, is "next of kin." It is a home thrust at the cause of the widow and the fatherless.

ARCH MATTERS.

ONE PRESENT enquires if Comps. M'Mullen and Alston were "en regle" in taking up the motions of absent members in August. If precedent be law, they were out of court. Certain we are, that had the notice been given by the treasurer of the Asylum, Comp. M'M. would soon have twisted the absence of that officer into a good and valid reason for giving it the go-by.

VOL. IV.

ONE OF THE G. O. M.-Two Companions having been black-balled at the last meeting, what course should they adopt? Congratulate themselves to be sure-when Companions (!) cease to be gentlemen who would seek their company. In 1836, Dr. Crucefix and black-balled! this stupid act offended the late Royal Grand Z. Since then, been admitted!-Query. Did his experience as a R. Arch or his gallantry as a R. Artilleryman teach the G. O. M. a moral lesson ?-verily the tricks of G. O. M. are somewhat fantastical. But the worst of it is, that the doctor can no longer boast his singular honour: 3 E

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it is shared by others: there are now three of the black-balled. We understand the doctor intends to petition their excellencies to admit the two recently rejected.

TEMPLARS, &c.

A KNIGHT. The party assuming to confer the degrees of Rose Croix, &c., not being authorized, his acts as such are spurious.

A COMMANDER.-The power vested in the M. E. G. Master of Masonic Knights Templar for England and Wales is limited to that Order-beyond which he has no Masonic jurisdiction whatever.-(Vide statutes.

AN ENQUIRER should address the Secretary-General H. E.-Davyd W. Nash, Esq., Sion Lodge, Richmond, Surry.

THE ASYLUM.

The annual Ball in aid of the funds of this institution will take place at Freemasons' Hall, London, early in January.

We intended to have noticed the Freemasons' Monthly Magazine (Boston, U. S.), but it reached us too late. We state this, lest, having extracted some important information therefrom, we should be attainted of discourtesy in not acknowledging the same.