Unity Lodge No. 146

Tag: Frederick County

  • History

    History

    The history of Masonic Lodges in Front Royal, Virginia from 1799 to 1956 is documented. It includes the founding and organizational activities of three lodges and their struggles for a permanent meeting place, culminating in the debt-free Masonic Temple. The lodges’ perseverance and progress are evident in their by-laws revisions and resolutions. Read more

  • Walter C. Carter Killed, Auto Is Struck by Train

    Walter C. Carter Killed, Auto Is Struck by Train

    Walter C. Carter, a prominent orchardist and community leader, tragically died in a collision with a passenger train near Waterlick. He was well-respected for his diverse business involvements and active participation in church and civic activities. Survived by his wife, two children, and siblings, funeral services were held in Front Royal. Read more

  • Chester Lodge No. 61 Watta B.

    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

  • Charter Issued for Front Royal Lodge No. 102

    Charter Issued for Front Royal Lodge No. 102

    At the Grand Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Virginia in 1816, a dispensation was issued for the establishment of Front Royal Lodge, No. 102, with Cyrus B. Baldwin as Master, James B. Rice as Senior Warden, and Henry Van Meter as Junior Warden. The resolution for the charter’s issue was passed. Read more