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  • Carson Dinner Delegates Map Plans

    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

  • Returned from Grand Arch Chapter of Virginia Masons

    Returned from Grand Arch Chapter of Virginia Masons

    Mr. P. M. Shirey and Mr. Grimsley Deering recently attended the Grand Arch Chapter of Virginia Masons meeting in Richmond. The news was reported in the Northern Virginia Daily on October 26, 1934. Read more

  • Commissioner in Chancery

    Commissioner in Chancery

    On October 25, 1934, the Warren Sentinel published a notice by Commissioner W. C. Armstrong, Jr. regarding a meeting on November 15, 1934, at the Masonic Building in Front Royal, Virginia. It called for attendance to execute a decree and provide necessary evidence. Signed on October 22, 1934. Read more

  • Meeting of the Grand Lodge of Masons

    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

  • 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

  • Dr. Elizabeth B. Sherman Opening

    Dr. Elizabeth B. Sherman Opening

    Dr. Elizabeth Sherman opened her medical office at the Masonic Building on Main Street in Front Royal, Va., as announced in the Warren Sentinel on September 27, 1934. Her office hours were 9-10 A.M. and 3-5 P.M. daily, and 7-8 P.M. on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Read more

  • Dr. Elizabeth B. Sherman Opens Office

    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

  • 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

  • Reconsecration Day

    Reconsecration Day

    In 1934, the Grand Lodge of Virginia organized a special radio program on reconsecration day. Many lodges installed radios to listen to the broadcast, which was widely celebrated. Newspapers like the Covington Virginian, Daily Press, and others covered the event, showing its significance in the community. Read more

  • Tribute to Carson

    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

  • Reconsecration Day

    Reconsecration Day

    A special communication of Unity Lodge No. 146 A. F. and A. M. will be held in the Masonic Temple in Front Royal on Monday at 8 pm, featuring a Reconsecration Day program and a radio address by the Grand Master of Virginia. All Masons in good standing are encouraged to attend. Refreshments provided. Read more

  • Reconsecration Day Program

    Reconsecration Day Program

    There will be a special communication of Unity Lodge, 146 A. F. & A. M., in Masonic Temple on Monday, June 25 at 8 P. M., including a Reconsecration Day Program and refreshments. All Masons in good standing are urged to attend. Read more