The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1895-01-20
I. O. O. F,

faithful and efficient secretary OF the chapter.
L o. o. F.
Isabella Rebekah Lodge No. II of Santa Cruz
was installed by Mrs Martha Field, deputy,
assisted by Mrs Jessie Fargo as marshal, after
which a splendid jewel was presented to the
retiring Noble Grand, Mrs. Lottie Antrum,
Lily Pierce, P. Co. making a neat and telling
speech on behalf of the lodge. A society of
local MINISTRIES, who had on a former occasion
given their services to the ladies to aid them in
their efforts on behalf of the Orphans Home,
were present as invited guests. The decora-
tons, supper, programme and results were
most satisfactory to all.
Pasadena Lodge No. 234 was installed in
public by Deputy John B. Robins and an adj
dress made by Rev. Clark Crawford; remarks
by Miss Kollock were attentively listened to-
and musical selections by 0. W. KYLE and
Charles King made the occasion of much en-
joyment
Recently the subordinate lodges and Re-
bekahs of several places have arranged to In
stall in the same hall on the same evening
and the novel idea has served to concentrate
large and enthusiastic audiences. At Hanford
after Deputy Williams placed the officials of
the subordinate in position, Mrs F. " Dewey
assisted by Mrs P. A. Hoy, Mrs w. R. Nc
Quiddy, Mrs. C. A. Miles, Mrs. P. B. Sherman
and Miss Mary McGlnn1s, installed Lady of the
Lake Rebekah Lodge in most creditable man.
ner An address was made by w H Afford of
Visalia, music presented by Mrs. w. E. Beeson,
Mrs. J. II. Styles and others, following which
all participated in the elegant banquet which
had been prepared by Mr.. and Mrs. D. Davies
Canton San Francisco, patriarchs militant
have invited their friends to reception at
California Hall on the olSt. Admission only
by invitation cards.
The subordinates in sending in their prom
ised contributions for the Home for the Aged,
express their pleasure and satisfaction at the
action of the board, and rejoice that this long
desired enterprise is at last fixed fact
Next Saturday night Deputy John A. Foster
will conclude installations 49 in his district by
building, next Saturday night. Many patri-
archs of sister bodies will be present,
The two Rebeksh lodges in San Jose, the new
and the old one, each have 191 members.
DEPUTY J. c. Lazier, assisted by Thomas z.
Hughes, P. G.. installed Monterey Lodge after
the ceremonies remarks were made by many,
and then banquet was partaken of.
The public installation at Vacayille was
crowded by visitors. Deputy Harry Richard
son oficiated and made an address. Mrs More
land, president, and Mrs. Donoho, secretary, of
the Rebekah convention, also spoke most &C
ceptably, and remarks by James Clark and
Raleigh Barcar added to the interest, while the
concluding banquet was feature of enjoy
ment
has declared dividend of 4 per cent on the
capital stock.
The veteran secretary of Grass Valley Lodge
W. D. Harris, rejoices in the possession of
beautiful Jewel from his brethren. William
George, P. G., presented the elegant token on
behalf of the lodge.
At the semi-annusl meeting of the general
relief committee of Sacramento J. L. Robinette
was elected president, E. S. Warner vice-presi-
dent, F. II. Duden secretary and B. Wilson
treasurer. pleasant event of the occasion
was the presentation to President Robinette of
an elegant gold watch and chain. Forty men,
bers have been under the care of the committee
during the term. Receipts have been $2578,
disbursements S245S 35; balance on hand
S11965 The entertainment and ball given
last month for the benefit of the friendship
fund of the committee netted 1906 so. Re-
marks by Robert Burns, George B. Dean, Joseph
Johnson, II. B. Nielsen, James Ferguson and G..
NJ Harrison were interspersed with songs by
Messrs. MiIliken, Dollhouse, Barrett and Ger
IRISH, making the session of unusual interest.
Every available inch of room was occupied
at the installation of Solano Lodge No. % of
Benicia. Deputy Richardson officiated and at
the banquet excellent speeches were made by
MANY.
The Riverside brethren will give a ball and
reception on the 18th to aid in furnishing
their new hall. The enterprise displayed in
giving such an elegant building to the city re-
ceives the hearty Endorsement of the citizens
and the reception will be great financial sue
cess.
4 carload of Odd Fellows from Wilmington
went down to San Pedro to the installation
and had good time.
The Santa Maria Lodge gave a banquet to
conclude installation NIGHT and invited sister
lodges and the Rebekahs to participate.
Speeches by number OF brethren and sisters,
with Rotations and music, filled the evening.
The employment bureau continues its excel
lent work; tWenty-three situations were OBJ
tanned for brothers during the month closing
on the 18th, and six places obtained for sisters
of the order A new board for the year con-
sists OF J; w. Allen, president; w. w. Peck,
vice-president; J.. B. Sonnenberg, treasurer;
A. McMenomen, secretary. The Office at Odd
Fellows Hall is open from ga. NJ to noon, and
z to 8 p NJ. No charge whatever is made to
employees or employers, the expense of the
bureau being donated by the city lodges.
Deputy Parks reports gratifying energy upon
the part of Tomales Lodge No. 233. Some time
ago it had but few members and the propriety
of surrender was discussed, but a few faithful
is that now there are thirtv-seven on the roll
and the interest is excellent. 1t shows what q
few energetic men can do. The board OF trus-
tees and officials hope to have the new home
ready for dedication on April &c.
Fort Bragg will dedicate its new hall on
March 2.
The elegant new hall of the order at Auburn
will be dedicated on February %. Grand Mas
ter Simpson will officiate
The deputies are all busy installing in lodge,
camp and Rebekah subordinates. Large gath
erings and interesting meetings are the rule.
Southern exchanges are filed with favorable
comments of the visit OF the grand master and
the great enthusiasm prevailing at the River
side dedication.
Centennial Encampment of San Diego still
holds its place in the front for enthusiasm and
increase.
II has been determined that all moneys re-
ceived from the efforts of the Rebekahs shall
be devoted to an orphans home, which enter
prise the board had fully in view in their deci-
sion when selecting a site and surroundings
for the home for the aged, etc.