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Photo of large gathering of men in Missouri - are they Masons?

DianeHagen48 — 2013-06-12 16:14:30Z

Please help me identify if the men in the attached photo are Masons. Click on the photo to enlarge.

Two of my Dad's paternal relatives are in this photo - surname Neal. They were living in Missouri at the time this photo was taken.

Thank you.

Re: courland lodge 885

jbwolf72 — 2013-01-15 19:11:27Z

On January 1, 1972, Centennial Lodge No. 763 merged with Courland Lodge No . 885 to become Courland Centennial Lodge No. 763

Re: Daughter's Degree and Wife's Degree

VenomTip — 2013-01-01 18:37:30Z

It's the Master mason's Daughter Degree

If you are from caucasion descent research the Order of True Kindred, African America research Heroines of Jericho

Brooklyn NY - David M Drury

PHOLLING — 2012-12-07 00:24:04Z

In researching David M Drury I found newspaper articles about his membership in the Masonic Lodge. There are several notations regarding his membership or service. In an article dated 19 August 1899 The Brooklyn Eagle...Titled Royal Arch...stated he was Secretary of the Faternal Union of Anoited High Priests - had been - Master Mason in Progressive Lodge - past High Priest of Progressive chapter - member of DeWitt Clinton Commandery and of Mecca Temple as well as the Masonic Veterns......would there be a record of his death with one of these organizations? I have not been able to find out when he died....the last I find him is in the 1920 census in Brooklyn. Pat Holling -- pholling@tds.net La Center WA

Brooklyn NY - David M Drury

PHOLLING — 2012-12-07 00:23:30Z

Finding ancestor in which central NY Masonic Lodge?

jonelson65 — 2012-11-27 17:30:56Z

I am tracing Jacob S. Hays who died in 1856 in Herkimer, Herkimer Co. I am trying to find his place of birth, but do not know which lodge he was in so cannot request search by Chancellor Robert Livingston Masonic Library. His obit says he was a Masonic member and that at his funeral, there were members from Mohawk, Little Falls, and Ilion Masonic Lodges.The obit did not say which lodge Jacob S. Hays was a member of. He would not be a member of Herkimer Lodge No. 423 because it did not exist until 1857. Any way to find out which lodge he was in?
Thanks.
Jon

Palisades Lodge #637 - Photos and names of past masters

diskoverit — 2012-11-17 23:47:51Z

I have a list of names and photos of masons who were Past Masters
Palisades Lodge #637
Los Angeles Ca.
Years: 1926 - 1975

Henry O. Studley - Mason

MarlonEbey1 — 2012-11-09 03:26:32Z

Looking for obit & burial info on Henry O. Studley of Norfolk County, Mass. He built a famous tool chest and it was in the Smithsonian. Any info appreciated.

Thank you,
Marlon Ebey

Re: Scotland Masonic Lodges

timdoww — 2012-10-14 00:18:37Z

You may find this of interest, as I believe it may be some information,to a certain degree, of your grandfather. I just came back from an antique auction after purchasing the most elegant brass wall sconce from Arbroath Scotland with the makers mark C.Gray. After having done some research on line, I truely believe your grandfather was the manufacturer of this piece. It is actually a gimbaled brass ships chandelier stamped C.Gray 1882 Arbroath Scotland. As your grandfather was born there in 1857,the probability of this particular piece being his is extremely high. ASk your father what his profession was because this seems too much to be coincidental. If it is his work, you should be proud, as I am an avid collector of nautical antiques and this particular piece is one of the highlights of my collection.

Best regards,
Timothy Dow

Re: MASONIC LODGES IN WEST CENTRAL ARKANSAS

annmc2012 — 2012-06-02 16:46:41Z

I am researching my Great Grandfather Robert Thomas Compton from Rover, AR. I would like to find which Masonic Lodge he submitted his Petition. I am hoping to get a copy of his Petition which will give the name of his father. Robert Thomas Compton was born in 1853 and died in Rover in 1821. Any help would be appreciated. Ann Compton McDearmon

Re: Windmill Hill Lodge & Prince Michael of Kent Lodge

mrssjh35 — 2012-05-26 01:10:56Z

Thank you for your answer, I was just trying to get ahold of other members who may remember my Grandfather, Father etc. These were London & Middlesex lodges.

Re: Info on Prior Masonic Members

psdelimal — 2012-05-24 12:33:47Z

Just came across your posting of last year. You've probably solved the issue by now, if not, read on.
Most masonic jurisdictions announce the forthcoming admission of a new member with his full name, address, date of birth and sometimes nationality and profession so that his admission can be balloted for. This will be recorded in the archives of the Lodge; and since Lodges usually have to pay annual dues to a Grand Lodge (the overall governing body) for each of their members, the Grand Lodge concerned will have probably recorded name and address, date of admission and year of leaving. If you know the name of the Lodge try phoning the Secretary, or try contacting the Grand Lodge (the Grand Lodge of New Jersey has its own website).

Re: Windmill Hill Lodge & Prince Michael of Kent Lodge

psdelimal — 2012-05-22 11:19:14Z

Just come across your post whilst idly browsing, so you may have found answers meanwhile. You don't say where they lived (i.e. where their Lodges might have been situated). If you have the addresses you might ask the Lodge Secretaries if they can help; or else try contacting the Grand Lodge under whose jurisdiction the Lodges come - most will have a website with contact details. Some (e.g. the United Grand Lodge of England) have a department where they will do a search for you at little or no cost.

Re: masonic Order in Oak Park ILL. re: Anton Berndes

dberndes1 — 2011-09-30 19:42:17Z

He was my grandfather

Re: Masonic Lodge in MS

bettyleeIL — 2011-08-15 03:59:29Z

I know my gr.gr grandfather john mason and his bother were Masonic Members in MS of the My.Pleasant Masonic Lodge. I would like to know if Louis Hamilton Ray was a member also and if John and Daniel Mason were members of Masonic lodge in Walker co. AL after moving there. My Dad, Floyd Watts was a 32degree Mason and my son is a new member of Masonic lodge. b

Mt. Pleasant Masonic Lodge. Tishomingo, MS

bettyleeIL — 2011-08-15 03:51:30Z

my Gr.gr.granddad, John Mason was a member of the Masonic lodge in Tishimingo Co, MS along with his brother Daniel Mason...Can I get a record? My Dad was a Mason in Benton, IL, joined in the 40's and was an influence on my son john Streckfuss who is a new Mason. Betty

Re: Abstracts from Masonic Records

LarryScarborough13 — 2011-08-07 00:06:59Z

Hi Georgie-

Do you still need this information? I have a copy of the book now and will look up info for you.
Larry Scarborough

Re: Abstracts from Masonic Records

LarryScarborough13 — 2011-07-30 21:34:38Z

Thanks!

Re: Abstracts from Masonic Records

MyraLSBR — 2011-07-30 19:35:16Z

The site you're looking for is Arkansas Research, Inc. www.arkansasresearch.com/index.htm On the home page go to the link State-wide Reference books. On the page it takes you to, there's a link for Masonic Records. You can view the indexes to the various volumes to locate for sure which one your ancestor is in. There is then a button to "Add to Cart". The book with complete abstracts from Masonic Records from the Grand Lodge of Arkansas can then be purchased. The cost is $39 plus shipping. You could check other book stores such as Amazon, remotely possible you'll find it for sale elsewhere. Your local genealogy library might be able to obtain it on loan for you. Good luck & Happy Hunting!

Re: Confusing date representation

davidpierce891 — 2011-05-28 19:08:54Z

Thanks!

Re: Confusing date representation

pastor_tim — 2011-05-28 02:03:22Z

Dave,

Your assumption on the date is correct: 1897.
A.L. stands for "anno lucis" or "in the year of light." You add 4000 to year A.D. to get the A.L. date (or subtract 4000 from the A.L. date to get the A.D. one). A.D. of course is the abbreviation for the Latin "anno domini" or "in the year of our Lord."

PT.

Confusing date representation

davidpierce891 — 2011-05-27 19:13:26Z

Hi All,
I just found a certificate proclaiming my G-Grandfather a master mason from Quincy, Ma.
The date is listed as;
This seventeenth day of December A.L. 5897

The A.L.58 is printed part of the document where the 97 are written in ink. Does this mean 1897?
Thanks
Dave

Windmill Hill Lodge & Prince Michael of Kent Lodge

mrssjh35 — 2011-03-14 17:49:56Z

My Father, Brother, Grandfather & Uncle were with this lodge and I am wondering if anyone else has relatives from these lodges? My Father & Grandfather, Charles Francis "Frank" Zimmerman & David F Zimmerman.
Anyone who has any information I would be most grateful.

Re: Allemania Lodge F and A.M.,Brooklyn,N.Y.

damusherold — 2011-03-01 15:46:17Z

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Re: Allemania Lodge F and A.M.,Brooklyn,N.Y.

damusherold — 2011-03-01 15:41:23Z

i dnt knw but iwanna knw abt this team if u knw more just left me knw

John Ronald Dean

adammichaelkratt — 2011-02-25 06:49:10Z

My grandfather was a member of the Masons in Missouri How do I find out his information

New Orleans Masons

LindaAdams — 2011-02-02 23:53:58Z

My gg grandfather was a member of the Masonic Order and had joined in 1854 in New Orleans. Is there anyway I can find out which order he was a member of? His name was Thomas M. Scott.

Info on Prior Masonic Members

rasandra — 2011-01-11 02:20:46Z

I understand my grandfather, Francis Mccain Clay, was a member of the Masonic Lodge in Atlantic City, NJ. Does anyone know if the lodges keep biographic data on members?
I hit a brick wall trying to find info on him. No one in the family knows anything about him. Born 1903, deceased 1970. Possibly from Mechanicsville or Mechanicsburg, PA. Was a tugboat captain for many years. Thanks for any help.

Maason Lodge 22

monicacovell — 2010-11-05 22:11:06Z

Hello

My Uncle William Henry Nash b 1881 died 1972. Lived in
D.C. all his life he was a fireman. Also someone gave me info that he was a Mason lodge 22 the treasurer back in January 1926. DOes anyone have any advice on how to get any info

Thank You
Monica

Re: IUIOOF Australia 1918

tothemax6 — 2010-09-23 12:00:20Z

Christine,

Where abouts are they?
How did you get in touch with them?

joanne

Re: IUIOOF Australia 1918

sanssouci58 — 2010-09-23 09:03:32Z

Joanne sorry have not been able to find anything, the Lodge is still there, got in touch with them, and apparently the records may be held in the Mitchell Library in Sydney,
also google M.U.I.O.O.F and you might find something, or get in touch with the Mitchell Library and ask them, how you can go about seeing them, I still have to do it, so if you do it before me can you let me know please or I will let you know, I am more after around 1900-1909.
In my great grandfather;s will, he left them 100 pounds, and would love to know why,
okay, will catch up with you later.
Christine
(Brisbane Qld)

Re: IUIOOF Australia 1918

tothemax6 — 2010-09-23 07:20:51Z

Hi Christine, no his name was john Knight.
Do you know any thing about the Balmain Lodge.
I haven't been able to find any information at all.

regards
joanne

Re: IUIOOF Australia 1918

sanssouci58 — 2010-09-22 06:27:40Z

Hi Your member wouldn't have been a Taylor would he, as I alsohave a great grandfather who was a member of the Balmain Lodge 15 as well.
cheers
Christine
nee Taylor

Re: POG Pin

helfrich4 — 2010-07-21 19:21:53Z

Thanks! That's definitely what is. My great grandfather was superintendent of Prudential in Allentown, PA for a long time, and this was his pin. I appreciate the response.

Re: POG Pin

kimwemer — 2010-07-21 19:17:55Z

I have 3 of these pins that were my father's. He was a Prudential Insurance agent for over 35 years. I too thought these might be Masonic as he was also a Mason but I discovered some certificates to go with the pins. I have a gold, silver and bronze. The POG stands for Prudential Old Guard.

Re: POG Pin

kimwemer — 2010-07-21 19:04:35Z

The pictured pin is a "Prudential Old Guard" award pin.

Re: Hobasco Lodge No. 716 F. & AM, Ithaca, NY

jamesklafehn — 2010-07-11 16:21:54Z

I am interested to see what you found out about the Masonic Temple in Ithaca NY. I am working out a deal with Ithaca Renting Company to purchase the building. I am hoping to open a restaurant and night club in the building.

Any info about the building would be greatly appreciated.

Jim

Did you guys find anything out about the Ithaca Lodge?

jamesklafehn — 2010-07-11 16:19:14Z

Re: New Orleans Masons

turnerdiggs — 2010-06-08 16:30:38Z

Hi, my grandfather was also a Mason in Louisiana (Orleans & Terrebonne Parish). He passed in 1973, left behind his apron. I, too, am researching his status with the "Black" masons of LA, as per of our family general history research.

Re: how do I find info on an ancestor who is was a mason?

edmonsond5 — 2010-05-14 23:50:50Z

Thanks for the information, it will be a big help.

Re: how do I find info on an ancestor who is was a mason?

arcxjo — 2010-05-14 18:11:00Z

Unfortunately, I don't think there's any hard and fast rule that would answer that easily. If he was initiated into a lodge in the old country, he may or may not have transfered his membership after emigrating. I can tell you from current practice that if a Mason moves to another town or state, he might transfer to a new lodge or might take on plural membership or might simply stay on the rolls of his original lodge (the first two are more likely true of younger men who move for professional or personal reasons, the last one is especially true of older men who move south after retiring). Sentimental reasons alone might even be enough for one to maintain membership in his mother lodge.

Now, under modern practice a man who doesn't pay dues to his lodge for a given period (usually one or two years) risks being suspended from good Masonic standing, which might have been likely if he was seven thousand miles away from contact with his lodge, but I don't know enough about 19th Century European Masonic practice to know what his status might have been.

Masonry is fundamentally a fraternal organization, the tenets of which may be contemplated independently but ultimately requires some association with a lodge and other Masons. At that, Masons have historically been pretty committed to meeting together in remote parts, so he might well have had some Masonic activity over here.

Re: how do I find info on an ancestor who is was a mason?

edmonsond5 — 2010-05-14 02:39:08Z

Thanks, that will give me a place to start. This ancestor immigrated in 1880 and I think he was a mason before coming to the US. Will that make a difference? Also he lived in relatively remote, frontier areas, places I suspect did not have a local lodge. What did practicing masons do in that situation? (Forget the ignorance of the question.) If there is no local lodge where he could continue to be a practicing mason, would he have retained membership in a previous lodge?

Re: how do I find info on an ancestor who is was a mason?

arcxjo — 2010-05-13 19:13:13Z

Generally, lodge secretaries keep minutes of their meetings, including the dates that new members were initiated, but if you don't have the lodge name, that won't help. However, if you know the general area where he might have been a member (specifically the state or province in America, Canada, Mexico or Australia; or the country just about anywhere else) you can probably figure out the Grand Lodge under whose jurisdiction his lodge would have been, and then you might be able to find some information from Grand Lodge records. Being myself a member of a lodge in Pennsylvania, I can tell you for a fact that the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania processes genealogical requests on members' masonic affiliations at http://www.pagrandlodge.org/genealogy/index.html. I don't know about other GLs' operations, but it wouldn't surprise me if others did the same. Google "Grand Lodge of (state/country)" to start.

Re: NY Masonic Lodges

jannlascala — 2010-04-27 04:37:08Z

http://www.nymasoniclibrary.org/library/genealogy.htm

This link will provide info on genealogy requests for NY grand lodge. hope this helps..janice

how do I find info on an ancestor who is was a mason?

edmonsond5 — 2010-04-24 23:23:03Z

I have an ancestor who is was a mason. I have birth date, death date, place of death and burial, etc., but no info on what lodge he might have been a member of. He has a masonic tomb stone but because he lived on the frontier and not in a city I'm guessing he lacked opportunity to join a lodge after he immigrated to the new world. Where would I start looking to find any info on him?

NY Masonic Lodges

pedersen3tree — 2010-02-01 14:25:45Z

Searching for Bedford Lodge #574 NY

My gr.grandfather was member of this Lodge until his passing in 1948 (last dues card i have ), I want to find out were he was raised, and who his Masonic afflilation was and other lodges he belonged to .He immigrated from Denmark and lived in Calif (naturilized in 1912) and later we know he lived in Long island ,and Brooklyn,NY and possible NJ. He was decorated Capt. in Military and burried in Nat. cemetery. Our daughter is Rainbow girl and want to do Masonic family tree .Have tired Grand Lodge Ny but site not open yet and have placed inquirey in Calif. also .
Meridith

Cort mathias Pedersen, born 1884 Denmark -passed in Dec. 5th 1948 NY
mg61381@yahoo.com

Masonic Lodge in Idaho

iluvmydogs54 — 2010-01-29 00:22:24Z

I am just starting to try to find out how to find my GG grandfather in a Lodge No 5o in MullAn Idaho in 1927
Any Idea's how to stat would be helpful
Alma

Re: Thomas Jefferson Snow

erea7669 — 2010-01-01 00:02:53Z

I have been seeking cousins and am very happy to hear from you. Some time ago I saved a photo. (Have no idea where it came from but it was on my computer.) Anyway it was obviously one of the Snow brothers. Research tells me it is most likely Herman. He was the only Snow still in Chicago in 1870 and the subject of the photo appears to be the right age. Elizabeth

Re: Thomas Jefferson Snow

fsnow115 — 2009-12-31 20:59:33Z

Thoman Fefferson Snow was the father of my great grandfather Herman W. Snow

Member of Masons

gillieb96 — 2009-10-09 22:09:04Z

Hugh Wm Poseman from Scotland, served in South African War 1899-1901. He was a Mason, we have Lambskin Apron, & regalia. Do know he was in United States, Married, had children. Do not know when/how/where he died or other important information.