Unity Lodge No. 146

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Masons Hold Social Meeting

Unity Lodge, No. 146, A. F. & A. M., hosted a social meeting with 51 attendees including Past Masters, members, and visitors. The gathering featured various performances and addresses, fostering a strong Masonic camaraderie. The event was well-received, with attendees enjoying the social and fraternal aspects. Read more

February 8, 1934
A Meeting of 60 Masons And Music

On February 3, 1934, 60 masons gathered in an open meeting sponsored by Unity Lodge No. 146, as reported by the Richmond Times-Dispatch. Attendees included nineteen past masters and a past high grand priest of the Royal Arch Chapter of Virginia. The event featured singing, music, and a vocal quartet. Read more

February 4, 1934
Masons Celebrate At Front Royal, Va.

A fellowship meeting sponsored by Unity Lodge No. 146, A.F. and A.M. in Front Royal, VA, was attended by 60 members of the Masonic order. The open meeting included speeches by Dr. W.F. Locke and Rev. R.B. Clagett, among others. S.M. Boyd, Jr. presided as worshipful master. Read more

February 4, 1934
Warren Masons Hold Program

Approximately 60 Warren County Masons gathered at Unity Lodge No. 146 for a meeting presided over by Worshipful Master S. M. Boyd. The program included addresses by various members and musical performances, followed by refreshments. This event, held in 1934, was reported in the Northern Virginia Daily. Read more

February 3, 1934
Get-Together Meeting

Unity Lodge No. 146, A. F. & A. M. will host a meeting for Masons at 8 o’clock in the Front Royal Masonic Temple with an entertaining program. Northern Virginia Daily, February 2, 1934. Read more

February 2, 1934
McClanahan’s Moved

McClanahan’s relocated to Main Street opposite Masonic Temple, as reported in the Warren Sentinel on January 25, 1934. This information was retrieved from the Virginia Chronicle on February 5, 2024. Read more

January 25, 1934
Masonic Open House On February 2

Unity Lodge No. 146 will host an “Open House” for local and visiting Masons on February 2 at 8 pm. The event aims to foster fellowship among fraternity members and encourage community participation. No examination is required for entry. The evening includes entertainment and refreshments, organized by dedicated committees. Read more

January 25, 1934
Stated Communication

A communication of Unity Lodge, No. 146, A. F. & A. M., was held on January 13, 1934, as indicated in the notice signed by S. S. Turner, W. M., and W. O. Rust, Secretary. This information is from the Warren Sentinel newspaper dated January 18, 1934. Read more

January 18, 1934
Walter C. Carter Killed, Auto Is Struck by Train

Walter C. Carter, a prominent orchardist and community leader, tragically died in a collision with a passenger train near Waterlick. He was well-respected for his diverse business involvements and active participation in church and civic activities. Survived by his wife, two children, and siblings, funeral services were held in Front Royal. Read more

January 11, 1934
Business Man Killed by Train In Warren Co.: Walter C. Carter

On January 10, 1934, Walter C. Carter, owner of Skyline Orchard and a respected member of a lodge and the Shrine, died in a car-train collision. The tragedy was reported by the Richmond Times-Dispatch. Read more

January 10, 1934
Grave of Walter C. Carter

Walter C. Carter, born on September 2, 1886, and passing away on January 9, 1934, is laid to rest at Prospect Hill Cemetery in Front Royal, Virginia. His grave is marked with a light grey granite stone and the inscription “WALTER C. CARTER SEPT. 2, 1886 JAN. 9, 1934.” Latitude: 38.9132650, Longitude: -78.1956945. Read more

January 9, 1934
Unity Lodge Installs Officers

Unity Lodge No. 146, A. F. & A. M., recently installed new officers for the current year. S. M. Boyd, Jr. is the Worshipful Master, with R. J. Turner as Senior Warden and W. C. Deming as Junior Warden, among others. This event was reported in the Warren Sentinel on January 4, 1934. Read more

January 4, 1934