Tag: West Virginia

  • Sick and Distressed

    Sick and Distressed

    Brother James E. Roop’s son, Christopher, tragically passed away on Christmas day in West Virginia. Jim, Chief of Police at the Haymarket, VA Police Department, attempted resuscitation but emergency services took 35 minutes to respond. Christopher, uninsured and between jobs, leaves the family with expenses. Contributions can be made at Fauquier Bank, Warrenton, VA. Read more

  • September 2006 Trestle Board

    September 2006 Trestle Board

    September 2006 events at Unity Masonic Lodge include Junior Wardens Night with Brother Larry L. Adams leading the meeting. Appreciation for support in fundraising activities is expressed, and officers are urged to participate more. The Table Lodge on September 23rd will host the Grand Master of West Virginia. Read more

  • Rev. Eugene West To Be Honored At Dinner Friday

    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

  • Masons Unveil Portrait of Dr. F. T. McFaden

    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

  • Corks and Curls: Warren J. Davis

    Corks and Curls: Warren J. Davis

    The Universities Masonic Club, as detailed on page 254 of the book “Cooks and Curls,” mentions Warren J. Davis from Unity Lodge No. 146 in Front Royal, Va. The club’s officers and members from various lodges are also listed. Read more

  • Jurisdictional Complaint

    Jurisdictional Complaint

    In 1903, a Virginia Mason faced a unique situation when he was expelled by a lodge in West Virginia for being a non-affiliate. However, he was later found to be a member of a Virginia lodge before the expulsion. The grand master expressed frustration at the situation, unable to resolve before his term ended. Read more

  • Meeting of the Masonic Mutual Benefit Association

    Meeting of the Masonic Mutual Benefit Association

    On February 1, 1873, the Shepherdstown Register detailed the Masonic Mutual Benefit Association meeting at Mount Nebo Lodge No. 91. Unity No. 146’s first Past Master was elected President, while Jno. T. Lovell from Front Royal joined the General Board of Directors. Read more