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  • Gasque Speaker At Lions Meeting

    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

  • Kemper to Speak At Masonic Events

    Kemper to Speak At Masonic Events

    On September 10, 1943, Colonel William M. Kemper delivered a speech at Unity Lodge No. 146 to commemorate the 156th anniversary of the signing of the Constitution. The observance was requested by the Grand Master of Virginia Masons and was reported in The Richmond News Leader. (Word count: 40) Read more

  • Front Royal Team To Confer Degree

    Front Royal Team To Confer Degree

    The Front Royal lodge, A.F. & A.M., will confer the past master’s degree at Spurmont Lodge, Strasburg, this evening at 7:30. This event was reported in the Northern Virginia Daily on January 16, 1939. Read more

  • Front Royal Lodge Installs Officers

    Front Royal Lodge Installs Officers

    The annual officers of Unity Lodge, No. 146, A. F. & A. M. in Front Royal were recently installed. The new officers include Amos B. Scott as worshipful master, and P. M. Shirey as senior warden. The installation was carried out by P. M. Shirey and L. Blackwell Cary. Read more

  • Many Masons See Father Confer Degree On Son

    Many Masons See Father Confer Degree On Son

    Approximately 50 Masons from various lodges attended a Unity Lodge meeting in Front Royal. The highlight was a father conferring the Master Mason’s degree on his son, with I. G. Bierer acting as Worshipful Master. Charles B. Samuels delivered an address, followed by refreshments. (Northern Virginia Daily, May 15, 1937) Read more

  • September Meeting

    September Meeting

    On September 11, 1936 at 8:00 p.m., Unity Lodge No. 146, A. F. & A. M. had a meeting as reported in the Northern Virginia Daily on September 10, 1936. This information was retrieved from the Virginia Chronicle. Read more

  • Summary of 1934

    Summary of 1934

    Unity Lodge No. 146, located in Warren County, Virginia, has been chartered for 64 years. In 1934, the lodge elected its officers and held various communications and events. The Masonic Temple was an important location in the community. Sadly, the lodge suffered the loss of two members, Walter C. Carter and Joseph L. Carson. Read more

  • Lodge Officers Elected

    Lodge Officers Elected

    Unity Lodge No. 146, A. F. & A. M., Front Royal, elected and installed new officers for the ensuing year, including Worshipful Master Robert J. Turner, Senior Warden Wm. C. Deming, Junior Warden E. Barr Samsell, Treasurer George N. Buck, and Secretary L. Blackwell Cary. Appointive officers include Rev. W. G. Dearing and A. N.… Read more

  • Lodge Officers Elected

    Lodge Officers Elected

    Unity Lodge No. 146, A. F. & A. M., of Front Royal, elected and installed new officers, including Robert J. Turner as worshipful master, for the ensuing year. The appointive officers included Rev. W. G. Dearing as chaplain and A. N. Tiler as tiler. Read more

  • Unity Lodge Meeting

    Unity Lodge Meeting

    Upcoming Unity Lodge No. 146, A. F. & A. M. meeting at Masonic Temple on December 14, 7:30 pm, includes officer elections and visit from District Deputy Grand Master. Warren Sentinel, December 13, 1934. Read more

  • Dinner in Honor Of Baptist Pastor

    Dinner in Honor Of Baptist Pastor

    On December 7, 1934, a testimonial dinner was held for Rev. T. Eugene West at the First Baptist Church. Speakers from various organizations expressed appreciation for his work. Dr. Henry Alfred Porter was the principal speaker. Mr. West expressed gratitude and will soon start as an assistant pastor in Charlottesville. Warren Sentinel, December 13, 1934. 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