Tag: Front Royal
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Lodge Joins Front Royal’s Christmas Parade with WWII Truck and Holiday Cheer
The Christmas Planning Committee has submitted an application for our lodge’s participation in the December 7 Christmas Parade. We will use a WWII Deuce and a Half truck, with a lineup at 2:30 PM and kickoff at 4:00 PM. Attendees should meet at the lodge at noon for decorating and candy distribution. Read more
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Unity Lodge 146’s Second Bell Ringing Event for the 2024 Salvation Army Christmas Season
As the holiday season approaches, Unity Lodge 146 is excited to kick off our second bell-ringing event for the Salvation Army’s 2024 Christmas Season! This year, we’re joining forces to make a difference and give back to our community, and we hope many brothers will join in this effort. Event Details: This annual bell-ringing tradition Read more
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Service Dogs of Virginia Inspire Unity Masonic Lodge No. 146
Service Dogs of Virginia captivated Unity Masonic Lodge with an inspiring presentation. Peggy Law, Executive Director, showcased a service dog learning new tasks to aid those in need. The Masons, moved by the demonstration, raised $400. An Order of The Eastern Star Program added depth, reinforcing the lodge’s commitment to community service. Read more
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Masons, Music, and Mashed Potatoes: A Thanksgiving Feast with Harmony
Front Royal Masons delivered Thanksgiving cheer to the Warren County Senior Center. They cooked a delicious Thanksgiving feast at the lodge, transported it to the center, and served it to the residents with the help of the Warren County Sheriff’s Office. Read more
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Notice of Dispensation
The September 2nd communication will take place at Leigh-Hanson Quarry at 7:30 PM, weather permitting. Attendees are advised to bring a flashlight and seating. Further details will be communicated via email. Address: 1111 Riverton Road, Front Royal, VA. Read more
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Luray Commandery No. 19
Luray Commandery No. 19 has relocated to the Front Royal Masonic Temple and is adjusting to the change. They encourage attendance at weekly rehearsals and promote the Easter Sunrise Service. The message emphasizes the significance of Easter and the suffering of Jesus, highlighting the importance of defending Christian beliefs. Read more
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Master’s Message
The update from Unity Lodge No.146 A.F.&A.M. includes various improvements to the Temple, enhanced ritual work, and active community participation. The lodge has undergone significant renovations, improved ritual performances, and engaged in community events. The members have also shown interest in a Masonic Motorcycle Club. The message encourages continued unity and positive change. Read more
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Front Royal officials open cornerstone set by local masons at Town Hall in 1935
In 1935, Leslie Sealock, then 8, was uninterested in the placing of a time capsule in the Town Hall cornerstone. 39 documents were enclosed, and the capsule was recently presented to the Warren Heritage Society. The town has undergone significant growth since then, with Sealock noting that he hardly recognized anyone at a recent fair. Read more
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Foster passes to Chapter Eternal
J. Elmer Murray Foster, 96, passed away on February 18, 2013, in Front Royal, VA. He served as Secretary General for Organizacion Regional Intermericana de la FEDERACION INTERNACIONAL DE EMPLEADOS Y TECNICOS and was a member of Masonic Unity Lodge #146 and Eastern Star Chapter #6. Masonic honors were bestowed during the service. Read more
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Dr. Ernest Linwood Grubbs
Dr. Ernest Linwood Grubbs, a beloved physician in Front Royal, passed away at 90. He practiced for over 50 years, delivering 2,500-3,000 babies. Retiring due to ill health, he continued to see patients on a limited basis. A dedicated Mason for 63 years, he was honored at Lodge 146’s 100th anniversary. Read more
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S. M. Boyd, Jr., Passes Away At Front Royal
Stephen Miller Boyd Jr. passed away unexpectedly at his home on September 6. He was an active member of the community, serving as chairman of the Warren County Electoral Board, among other roles. Graduating from Virginia Tech in 1916, he was also a veteran of World War I and heavily involved in local organizations. Read more
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Shifflet And Bell At Camp Perry
In 1945, Richard Nelson Bell, former member of Two Rivers Chapter, Order of DeMolay in Front Royal, enlisted in the Navy and completed boot camp at Camp Perry, Virginia. Bell was active in sports and fraternity life. Read more
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