Category: Education
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With Points and Without Heeltaps
In Virginia, Masonic meetings were initially focused on rituals and finances, neglecting the social aspect. Introducing social gatherings transformed the lodge, attracting more members and fostering a sense of community. The success led to expansion and visits from sister lodges. The writer advocates for prioritizing the social feature to invigorate Freemasonry. Read more
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Decorating The Masonic Lodge
Mr. Frenzel is renovating the Masonic lodge damaged in a fire at the Murphy Opera house months ago, as reported in the Warren Sentinel on August 14, 1914. Read more
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Interior Trimmings
Carpenters are adding trimmings to the interior of the Masonic lodge in the Murphy Opera House block, preparing for painters after fire damage. Reported in the Warren Sentinel on July 24, 1914. Read more
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New Stair Case at Murphy Opera House
The Murphy Opera House, damaged by fire, is undergoing repairs, including the construction of a new staircase to the second story. This update was reported in the Warren Sentinel on June 26, 1914. Read more
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Fire at Front Royal
A fire broke out at Unity Lodge No. 146 in Front Royal on April 12, 1914, as reported by the Shenandoah Herald. The fire started on the third floor, with the cause remaining unknown. Fortunately, damage to the other floors was mainly caused by water. Read more
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Fire In Main Street
A fire broke out on Sunday at Adams & Co.’s furniture store, causing damage to the roof and nearby buildings. The fire was controlled by volunteers but still resulted in significant losses, including a gutted Masonic lodge and damaged offices. Plans for repairs and expansion are already in place. Read more
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Considering Erection of Temple
The American Architect’s volume XCVIII index from July to December 1910 includes an advertisement for Unity Lodge No. 146 considering the construction of a temple, published on September 7, 1910 in Virginia on page 12. This information is found in the book “American Architect and Architecture.” Read more
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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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