Category: Lodge History
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$10,000 Secured To Build Masonic Temple
Unity Lodge secured $10,000 to build a Masonic Temple, as reported by The Baltimore Sun on August 29, 1910. William E. Carson leads the building committee. This news was featured on page 11 of the newspaper’s “Briefs From The Virginians” section. Read more
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Richmond Lodge No. 10 Answer
In a letter dated January 23, 1821, a Committee from Richmond Lodge, No. 10, expressed their inability to provide charity to Front Royal Lodge, No. 102, due to their own lodge’s financial constraints. They conveyed fraternal sympathies and hoped for others to help. This reflects the challenging circumstances of the Richmond Lodge at that time. Read more
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Annual Banquet
Unity Lodge No. 146 hosted its annual banquet on New Year’s Eve at the Strickler House, as reported by The Baltimore Sun on January 1, 1909. The event, attended by 90 people, featured H. H. Downing as the toastmaster. Read more
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Masonic Carnival and Bazaar
Brother Lewis Edward Moten III visited the Warren Heritage Society to research Unity Lodge No. 146’s history and found postcards from the Masonic Carnival and Bazaar, held from September 2 to 14, 1907 at the Court House. The event featured attractions and a visit from the Mystic Shriners. The postcards were dated September 9, 1907. Read more
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Mystic Shriners Have Pilgrimage
Acca Temple, Mystic Shrine, plans a pilgrimage to Front Royal on September 12th, departing at noon. Potentate Hooper urges all Shriners to join, promising a worthwhile event. The trip includes a train ride via Alexandria and breakfast on the return. Poet Nooper quotes The Honorary Member to build anticipation. Read more
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Masonic Temple
The Unity Lodge and Masons of Warren county plan to build a Masonic Temple and will hold a week-long Masonic Carnival in Front Royal starting September 2nd. The Carnival will feature various attractions and aims to raise funds for the building. The public is encouraged to attend due to the anticipated enjoyment and commendable purpose. Read more
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Masonic Carnival at Front Royal
In August 1907, The Clark Courier advertised the upcoming Masonic Carnival in Front Royal to raise funds for a new Masonic Temple. The carnival promised diverse attractions like Minstrels, Mystic Shriners, and cultural street scenes. Scheduled for the week of September 2nd, it offered shows and entertainment to the community. Read more
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Chester Lodge No. 61 Watta B.
Chester Lodge No. 61’s history is elusive, but the Baltimore Sun uncovered a lead. In a 1905 letter to the Virginia Heraldry, W. M. W. sought information on the Walter, Shanks, Gardiner, Love, and Rovell families, connecting Walter “Watta B.” Bragg Walter to the lodge. The Grand Lodge of Virginia provided membership details. Read more
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Strasburg Methodist Church Corner-Stone
On September 15, 1905, the Shenandoah Herald reported the laying of a corner-stone at the new Methodist Church in Strasburg. Spurmont Lodge No. 98 led the event, with Unity Lodge No. 146 offering assistance along with other visiting lodges. Read more
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Woodstock Methodist Church Corner Stone
On August 25, 1905, the Shenandoah Herald reported the Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Virginia laying the corner stone at Woodstock’s Methodist Church with Casia Lodge No. 142. Lodges from Winchester, Front Royal, Strasburg, Edinburg, and Mount Jackson attended the event. This historic event was well-documented in the local newspaper. Read more
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Church Corner Stone Laid
On August 6, 1905, The Sunday Star reported that Unity Lodge No. 146 and the Grand Master of Virginia laid the corner stone of the Methodist Episcopal Church South. The event was covered on page 8 of the newspaper, signaling its significance. Read more
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Front Royal Methodist Episcopal Church Corner-Stone Laying
On August 3, 1905, the Alexandria Gazette reported that Unity Lodge No. 146 laid a corner-stone at the Front Royal Methodist Episcopal Church. The ceremony was attended by many Lodges and 125 Masons, as mentioned in the Alexandria Gazette, Alexandria, Virginia, on August 3, 1905, Volume CVL, Number 182, Page 2. Read more
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