Tag: Front Royal
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Louis Grannis, Jr.
In April 1945, Louis Grannis, Jr. of Front Royal, Virginia, excelled in Navy Radar testing and was involved in various school activities. Set to graduate from Warren County High School, he planned to serve in the Navy during World War II. This article was documented in the Northern Virginia Daily. Read more
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Gasque Speaker At Lions Meeting
In January 1944, Captain M. Dabney of Randolph-Macon Academy announced the organization of a chapter of the Order of the DeMolay for boys called “Two Rivers” in Front Royal. The initiative aimed to address the needs of youth in the region. This was reported in the Warren Sentinel on January 27, 1944. Read more
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Rev. Eugene West To Be Honored At Dinner Friday
The Men’s Bible Class of the First Baptist Church in Front Royal will honor pastor Rev. T. Eugene West with a dinner before his departure. Various organizations will partake, and Dr. Henry Alfred Porter is the principal speaker. The church has adopted resolutions expressing love for Rev. West. The event will feature music and benediction. Read more
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Carson Dinner Delegates Map Plans
Representatives from Front Royal and Warren County convened to plan a testimonial dinner for William E. Carson, retiring chairman of the State Commission on Conservation and Development. They organized an executive committee, set a follow-up meeting, and discussed logistics such as venue and attendee lists. Various organizations were represented, with some absentees noted. Read more
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Meeting of the Grand Lodge of Masons
Mr. P. M. Shirey is set to depart for Richmond to participate in a meeting of the Grand Lodge of Masons. This was reported in the Northern Virginia Daily on October 20, 1934. Read more
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Masons Unveil Portrait of Dr. F. T. McFaden
The Masonic fraternities gathered in Winchester for a special ceremony to unveil a portrait of the late Rev. Dr. Frank T. McFaden. Dr. William Moseley Brown led the event, with Masons from various locations paying tribute to Dr. McFaden. The ceremony included hymns, addresses, and prayers in honor of the esteemed individual. Read more
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Dr. Elizabeth B. Sherman Opens Office
Dr. Elizabeth Sherman announced the opening of her medical office in the Masonic Building, focusing on pediatrics. A graduate of the University of Maryland Medical School, she brings extensive hospital and specialized training to her practice. The news was reported by the Warren Sentinel on September 27, 1934. Read more
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J. L. Carson Dies At Woodstock
Joseph Lougheed Carson, former treasurer of Riverton Lime Co., passed away at 74 in Woodstock. Known for his literary culture and Masonic expertise, he leaves behind his wife, four daughters, and a son serving in the Naval Air Service. Funeral services were held in Woodstock and Front Royal, where he was laid to rest. Read more
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Tribute to Carson
Unity Lodge 146, A. F. and A. M. of Front Royal will hold a special Masonic service at 2:00 this afternoon in memory of Joseph L. Carson. His funeral services will be at 2:15 in Woodstock with interment in Prospect Hill Cemetery. There will be no Masonic services at the grave. Read more
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D. C. Masons Be Guests Of Cassia Lodge
Sixty members of Naval Lodge No. 4 from Washington, D. C., will attend Cassia Lodge No. 142 A. F. and A. M. of Woodstock on June 9. The event will include the conferring the master’s degree and will be attended by notable Masons, making it the largest Masonic function in the Shenandoah Valley this year. Read more
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Get-Together Meeting
Unity Lodge No. 146, A. F. & A. M. will host a meeting for Masons at 8 o’clock in the Front Royal Masonic Temple with an entertaining program. Northern Virginia Daily, February 2, 1934. Read more
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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
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