Fremont weekly freeman. [volume] (Fremont, Sandusky County, Ohio) 1850-1853, 1852-07-17
AN. ADDRESS.

z0tton, Nay 27th' 1882, 6y Daniel BrdirGTd, G1t
Which voted By the Lodge to be published il Pam
phlst form, and also in both papers in Fremont:
THE ADDRESS.
Brethren, it may perhaps not be considered mprop
that voluntarily address you, this solemn and
interesting occasion, when assembled in this Hall con
secrated TO the Supreme Architect of the Universe
where he should receive the worship of the True and
Faithful; and i! may not appear strange. that l. as we'll
yourselves should feel the most lively emotions oi
gratitude to the Author Of all good and giver of all
mercy, for the nestimable privilege enjoy, and
inplOre the continuance of his blessings.
Amid the numerous and vicissitudes of life
unavoidably subjected to many nconvenencies and
Prvaons.and often Of what's gratifying and essential
in pilgrimage, social intercourse and fellow with
those should most esteem; such has been my stu
alton. Forty years ago admitted within the thresh-
hold of Masonic Lodge. advanced in its sciences and
mysteries and for time enjoyed its benefits Thirty
three years since, emgrated this place. then
uneultivated, and surrounded by dense wilderness.
yet found some Masons even here. Hope, the con-
stant companion Of ALL in adversely. whispered cheer
ngly ha: long Lodge would be substantially form
ed. where liberty had left her impress. BY the paor of
Fort Stephenson. In this disappointed and re-
volvng years. seemed to have swept not only the prin
ciples but also the recoectons of Masonry from
place, and destined to remain solitary and alone, while
neighboring towns rose up, and enjoyed the benefits of
the Order. There are some am aware, now present,
whose conditions were similar and whose disappOint
length appeared careless and Indifferent about that In
siitution which it had been their pride and
bon TO belong; and now, when reflect upon the cir
cumstanee that Free Masonry has been resuscated in
this place. where few isolated fragments or integral
parts Of the Order have resided than twenty years.
without recognition Brothers, am filed with
der, and deem it almost miraculous. Thatthe Heaven
y principles early nculcated should have lain
y dormant in our bosoms. such length Of time,
incompatible with the of man formed as he sfor
int4r md n
but on more mature consideration am inspired with
more exalted ideas of the Institution than anv other
period of my life. now, in some measure appreciate
the value of Free Masonry, that has survived over
whelmng revolutions, the crush of Kingdoms and En-
piTes and am persuaded that when she has once i'm
parted her principles the breast of man, they in
dehble and ihsting the deepest impressions made,
by the cAsel of the Artist tablrs of adamant That
spark OF her sacred fire. enknded in our hearts though
for series of years NAV only seem TO shoulder vet
will never be exIingushpd while lifes warm current
continues to flow. II this be true Free Masonry is
worthy of the zeal, assiduity, perseverance and dill
grnce of all her vOtares, wherever they NAV be pac
ed. I" her instructors and ndmonitions they will give
due attention, they wish TO Obtain portion of her
exhausIlfsS treasures: and while we are assem-
bed regularly constituted Lodge. by the blessing
OF the Supreme Architect whose wisdom and goodness
gave countcnAnce 10 the Founders of the the Tnstl
tU should feel ourselves bound by it's sacred prn-
cpes, to work diligently, sustain the Order in its
pTsune purity then VIII result the blessing II has prom
sed. then shall abundanIy reap the rich fruits of
our labor. In no instance, probably. in the annals Of
Masonry has new Lodge been formed unexpected /
ly this, when the community did suspect there
any MasOns in their midst and in fact when the
few of the fraternity did know each other Their
1t may well be marvel TO ourselves. how became
attracted each other, concentrated and eventually
became organized under the ansnces ofhe lodge
II be attributed only impulse given to our minds
By an over-rulng Providence through various channels
small at hrst but increasing by every effort of our own
Till an important object ACCOMPLISHED. This concuS
lively proves if zeaousiy and dill gently seek for Ma
sonic knowledge. it will be granted; our wishes to
great extent consumated but the labor which
characterize the Brethren. and give dignity to our nss
luton is only Just begun.
All The teneis OF Order. must be strictly and
carefully adhered TO- all its divine and moral principles
and virtues, strenuously inculcated Onr work must
progress with that skill beauty anh harmony cnnrpnis
with the exalted Institusionand which have given it hon
Or strength and beauty through :he lapse Of ages we
recorct that the eyes of criticisng and censor
world upon us, that however WE'LL we may prac-
in the Lodge all is inherent virtues and ndefati
gAby unfold and portray its mysteries yet, il our walk
and conversation before the world not circumspect
and discreet. may bring rpproach upon an Tnstifu-
on which they deem should be spotless and pure. To
ook for perfection, however amnng any Institutions
formed by fallen and frail man. we know would be vain
1t se'd attained on earth informed in holy
writ the greater part of the wses and best of created
man. grelvously erred and went sadly astray. Some
evils have existed in many Lodges belonging to the or
der vet may the assertion there is but one
in world thai surpssSes it, for correct
and soul saving principles that which Savior esab
ished while EARTH and detection and treason were
there. Yes among those whom he chose TO prop
pgate his divine truths Let thcnnot be discouraged
if at times, Peter Judas has appeared within the
pale Of our institution the may be reclaimed to the
Of his duty, and the other expelled corrupt
md proAigste for reformation By close observation
n comparing the two institutions think ii will be found
hey are drawn in parallel lines. both showing the
straight and marrow path, which lead to mansions of
endless bliss the principles Of BOTH equally cal
,uated TO prepare US for final change. If we act
strictly by the dictates of Free Masonry may indeed
nope and expect portion of divine grace and mercy
that will secure glorious immortality if at all times
We keep within the CIRCLE embroidered by the par
aIlel lines o. Patrons. Saints John, and the Holy
will be very likely the appreciation
IF the Supreme Architect of Heaven and Earth. Act
ny thus circumspecty. intemperance will never ener-
rate corporal powers, impair the faculties Of the
mind; profanity will tarnish corrupt the heart
and the tongue instead of sandering will learn to give
friendly admontions to erring, wandering broth
II, harmony, peace and brothery love will prevail and
bond Of union. will truly be formed, manifessng wis
lom, strength and beauty promoting in the highest de-
gree. happiness, and rendering Institution
in estimation of m |