Tag: Masonic History

  • April 2015 Trestle Board

    April 2015 Trestle Board

    Unity Lodge No. 146, chartered in 1870, emphasizes Masonic etiquette and tradition in its April 2015 Trestleboard. The newsletter highlights events, degree work, and a program on Freemasonry during the Civil War. Emphasizing unity, fraternal bonds, and community service, the lodge promotes timely dues payment, encourages participation, and honors Masonic birthdays. Read more

  • August 2013 Trestle Board

    August 2013 Trestle Board

    Unity Lodge No. 146, chartered in 1870 by the Grand Lodge of Virginia, communicates Masonic principles, history, and values. The Trestleboard from August 2013 discusses legends associated with Masonry, connecting Noah to early Grand Masters, antediluvian Masonry, and the Tower of Babel. The newsletter also includes lodge events, messages, and Masonic education. Read more

  • July 2013 Trestle Board

    July 2013 Trestle Board

    Unity No. 146 Masonic Lodge shares a touching story in its July 2013 Trestleboard. The Worshipful Master visits a brother who stopped attending meetings, using a symbolic fire analogy to rekindle his interest in Freemasonry. Emphasizing fellowship, the message encourages self-reflection on Masonic commitment. Upcoming events include a Master Mason’s Degree and a Lodge Breakfast. Read more

  • June 2013 Trestle Board

    June 2013 Trestle Board

    Unity No. 146 Masonic Lodge, established in 1870, shares a June 2013 Trestleboard. The Master’s Message emphasizes unity and recounts a story of acceptance. The newsletter features upcoming events, officer messages, and explores the link between Freemasonry and patriotism. It concludes with humor and a tale highlighting the importance of unity. Read more

  • A Revolutionary Suggestion

    A Revolutionary Suggestion

    In “A Revolutionary Suggestion,” D. McN. Lowe advocates a return to the instructive practices of ancient Operative Lodges, where officers were skilled craftsmen. He criticizes the modern promotion of Masons solely versed in ritual repetition, proposing a revival of educational prerequisites for leadership roles, fostering a deeper understanding of Masonic principles and symbolism. Read more

  • J. L. Carson Dies At Woodstock

    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