Tag: Murphy Opera House

  • 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

  • Decorating The Masonic Lodge

    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

  • Interior Trimmings

    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

  • New Stair Case at Murphy Opera House

    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

  • Fire at Front Royal

    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

  • Fire In Main Street

    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