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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
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Chester Lodge No. 61 Watta B.
Chester Lodge No. 61’s history is elusive, but the Baltimore Sun uncovered a lead. In a 1905 letter to the Virginia Heraldry, W. M. W. sought information on the Walter, Shanks, Gardiner, Love, and Rovell families, connecting Walter “Watta B.” Bragg Walter to the lodge. The Grand Lodge of Virginia provided membership details. Read more
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Invitation of Spurmont to Corner-Stone Laying
On August 1, 1905, the Alexandria Gazette reported the invitation of Spurmont Lodge to the laying of a corner-stone at the Front Royal Methodist Church and their participation in the ceremonies by Unity Lodge. Read more
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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
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Ten Members Assisting Initiation
In February 1903, ten members of Unity Lodge No. 146 participated in conferring multiple degrees for entered apprentices at Cassia Lodge No. 142. The event was covered in the Edinburg Sentinel on February 26, 1903. Read more
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1882 Act to Amend Lease Third Story of School
In 1882, the Front Royal school building underwent a significant amendment, allowing four secret order lodges to erect a third story for their use. The act ratified and confirmed this lease, authorizing the trustees to execute it for a 99-year term. The lodges were also made responsible for a portion of necessary repairs and renewals. Read more





