The Washington herald., 1913-09-28

the cross. Here are we, one OF lne InOSl
powerful, all-embracing bodies in the
world, and il does seem to me that we
might do something to cement together
the people of the world far more than
We have done hitherto. am afraid that
vast numbers of us think 1t is no use
doing anything, and we, therefore, do
nothing. 1 am convinced myself that IL
all the Grand Lodges Of the world make
up their minds that they would work for
the peace of humanity very much might
be done. do not know whether IL would
be worth while, or feasible, that our
Grand Lodge should approach other
Grand Lodges with the object of trying to
stir UP public opinion the world over to
make men believe that the best way OF
settling disputes between nations is not
by the final arbitration Of arms, which
brings untold horror and untold misery
and suffering upon the widows and or
phans, and the weak and the homeless,
but II would be far better IL peaceful
methods can be applied to the solution
of the difficulties of the age. Now, you
will forgive me. 1 am sure, for express
ing these thoughts that we. who have
bound ourselves together under the BAN
ner of peace and harmony, cannot see
men at each others throats without feel
ing that we can lift up our voices to the
Great Architect of the universe to bring
men once more to their senses, and let
them understand once more that peace
and harmony are infinitely grander than
staying and manning, and that If men are
to be true men they should allow the
nobler passions of justice and right and
harmony and peace prevail. rather than
that which is brutal and low and de-
grading. 1 beg your pardon, brethren,
for speaking thus, but as brother Mason
cannot see what is going on in Europe
without feeling that l at least have not
done what ! might have done to cement
the feeling of friendship which ought to
exist between every civilized nation"
At the special communication of Ia
koma Lodge, No. g, last Thursday even
ing, the NJ. NJ. degree was presented by
the line officers OF the lodge, in the pres
ence of a large gathering of members Of
the fraternity. including number OF
visitors from other jurisdictions. One of
the features introduced during the even
ing was the stereopticon views presented
by worshipful Master James II. Windsor.
of Acacia Lodge. No. Is. assisted by Past
Master Delos NJ. Carter, of the same
lodge.
The Takoma Lodge sextet, composed OF
Messrs. J--U. jackson. Fred l.. Harrics,
J. h. Derrick, L. Y. Thompson, Joseph
W. Austin. and Herman G. JakobssOn,
under the leadership of James w. Dyre.
the musical director Of the lodge, made
its initial appearance Thursday evening,
and rendered musical selections through
out the evening. At the conclusion Of
the degree work, refreshments were
served.
Announcement is made by worshipful
Master Howard s. Fisk of the promotion
of George A. Warren, a member Of the
lodge, to chief clerk in charge Of the
principal supply depot of the Signal
Corps. L. 5. A, at Omaha, Nebr.. being
the largest supply station in the country.
Past Master Alfred D. Smith, who was
painfully injured several days ago by
the explosion of one Of the barrels of his
gun while on hunting trip, continues to
improve.
Eureka Chapter. No. 4, r. A NJ, con-
ferred the Royal Arch degree at it's meet
ing Friday evening. In the absence OF
the High Priest W. r. Paine. King w.
A. Harries conducted the business OF the
chapter. and conferred the degree i'm a
very credible manner. A large number
of companions were present and enjoyed
the work At the conclusion of the degree
an oyster supper was served by the ladies
of Martha Chapter, o. r. S, with Mrs.
Mckenzie as chairman.
William F. Hunt Chapter. No. Is, o.
f. S., held its regular meeting on Tues
day evening with a good attendance,
which included grand officers and visitors
from sister chapters. After the transac-
ton of regular business and the receipt
of several petitions, Worthy Matron
Mrs Rosie l. Carter, conducted a guess
ing contest which was participated in
by those present. The prize for this
event was won by Past Patron Ernest
S. Brown.
The associate matron. Mrs. Katie Rose,
announced that from indications the
euchre to be held on October /, would be
a success. The reports Of the other COM
mittees showed the chapter to be in
progressing condition