The Washington bee., 1896-06-27
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been so much said by certain par
ties who kn0zU it all about bogus
bodies, &c. For the public good, this
matter is prepared and when | am
through, we will have an idea of legiti-
mate bodies of the Rite Ever since the
Rite has been in existence it has caused
trouble If you don't believe, why
read up. AS said in last weeks paper,
from 1850 up to 1880, there were Just
FIVE Supreme Councils when the rule
was that there should only be two in
the United States. October 2I, 1880,
the first step was taken towards con-
solidatlon, and on January I3, 1881,
representatives from the five councils
met in New York.
In the Council Chamber of the Su-
preme Council of United States, whose
P. S. G. c., is the Ill. P. w. Ray, So.
land who is now classed by a certain
element as being bogus.) When we
are in battle, or on the march be sure
and always burn your bridges, because
sometimes the enemy may overtake
you and you meet your waterloo. Now
amt this right? At the session
some very peculiar resolutions were
passed, relating to the documents from
Baron A Hugo De Bulow and the
Leary papers. The matter was Sifted
and some interesting and instructive
facts were brought out. Go be con-
tinued next week.
SPARKS FROM THE CRESCENT, SYNOP-
SIS.
King Solomon was the wlsest man
ponIoIa C1rnQ from
miles around Just to look at the reCep-
tacle of so much wisdom. One day
young man came to him and knelt be-
fore his throne, ooh, King, live for
ever" said the young man, 81 am in
love-" bought the object of my afec-
tions a diamond pin. She allowed me
to kiss her, and later accidentally
called me dear, and bluShed and apollo
gized. Does she care anything for me I?
II don't know" said King Solomon.
This is one case where Solomon's
wisdom failed.)
Mrs. William H. Lee, wife of Noble
w. H. Lee, SO, July 18th, will make
visit to Niagara Falls. She will
be accompanied by her daughter.
During the Grand Communication of
the Grand Lodge of F. A. A. NJ, of
Georgia, there was a baseball match
between the Odd Fellows and K. of P's.
St. Johns Day, May "a.
Emenent Sir Knight, c. w. Proctor,
of Gethsemane Commandery, No. 8,
K. T., District of Columbia left June 22,
for Lake George, New York.
Read The BEE and be hap-pe.
Stop the knife, and 81 is wild you"
Read The BEE, the defender of the
Faith and you will learn something.
AMONG THE TRowELs.
Excelsior Lodge, No. no. A. F. A.
NJ, of Omaha, Neb., celebrated St.
Johns Day, May "a, by public installa-
ton of officers, which was followed by
a mock trial conducting by the follow
V. B. Walker and ID. L. Lapsley, At
F. L. Smith, Prosecuting Attorneys.
Venus Lodge, No. 81. F. A. A. NJ,
have selected the following officers,
viz: DR.. R. H. Bryant, w. NJ. T. A.
Wood, S. W.; Z. w. Clements, J. W.;
!. 7. Nipson, Secretary George Payne,
Treasurer; 0. w. Glenn, Tyler. The
Lodge is located in Asheville, N. c.
Mt. Mariah Lodge, No. IS, F. A. A.
NJ, of Savannah, Ca, passed a series
of resolutions of Coincidence on the
death of Brother Past Master, L. w.
Johnson.
St. Thomas Lodge, of Cuthbert, Ga,
will have Masonic celebration July 3,
in honor of laying of corner stone of
new hall.
The members Of Western Light
Lodge, of F. A. A. NJ, of Walthon-
Vile, Ga, are making efforts to erect
a new hall in place of one lost by storm.
Rev. and Brother William Pate, Wor
shipful Master is leading them on to
success.
Eastern Star Lodge, No. 13, F. A.
A. NJ, of Hampton, Va, has selected
new officers.
June 2, Provident Hospitel was
started. The ceremonies were at
attended by the Masonic, under Grand
Master, r. NJ. Handbook, the K. T.,
K. of P, and 9th Battalion, N. c., were
also in attendance; large attendance,
Friday, June Ie, Widows Son Lodge,
No. 7, F. A. A. NJ, District of Colum-
bia, entered five candidates. Worship
full Richard H. Jones, performed the
work in the able manner, which he
knew how. There was large attend
ance.
The Masons of Louisiana observed
St. Johns Day, by basket picnic at
Loeper's Park, New Orleans. Large
attendance.
The Board of Trustees ofthe Widows
and Orphans Masonic Home, of Jack
son, Miss. Iuet recently to discuss
plans. 1t is estimated that $50, 900 will
be required to build the home.
AMONG THE COMRADES.
June d, 1896, Uncle Sans Post, No.
III, G.. A. R.. of California, gave to
the Ladies of Union Circle, No. 10, and
Washington Council, No. 7, w. P. A.
A., fine reception. About I35 ladies
came from Los Angeles. and they were
met at the depot by the Post in full uni
form and with full band, where they
were escorted to the hall. The welcome
remarks were made by Senior Vice
Commander Deakins, who was assisted
by Mrs. Mary ]. Hyatt, President of
Circle, No. 10, after which there was
splendid musical programme, followed
by a fine banquet. The visitors de-
parted for home much pleased.
Read The Washington BEE, the or
gan of the Mystic Shrine, Odd Eel