The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1918-02-17
MASONS.

at Masonic temple in tnlS- city ihls
marked the one hundred and fortieth
annual mile post In the history of the
order of the state Distinguished
Masons from all parts of Virginia as
ssmblyd to participate in the con-
claVe. OF these several members OF
the state senate and goodly number
from the house Of delegates were
present,
The session was called 20 oSder by
Grand Master Il L. Cunningham. Tues
day evening, and the grand lodge got
down to business In splendid form.
Patriotic enthusiasm was strongly in
evidence, and especially SO when mem .
bers from Camp Lee appeared on the
floor OF the hall and were presented
to the members of the grand lodge
The address of the grand master In
opening the communication was
splendid resume of the work accom-
plished by the order during the last
fiscal year, Masonry in Virginia has
progressed with wonderful strides and
the report was inspiring to all who
heard 1t. Much emphasis was given
To the duties and privileges of the
order in Virginia regarding the great
war, that now engages the country
The part that Masons are expected TO
play and are playing was strongly set
forth,
The special committee pIA 4A1hSSthN
defense reported and 1t afforded one
of the most encouraging features of
the evening.
On Wednesday, many members or
the grand lodge visited the Masonic
home and enjoyed not only the trip
which was made by automobiles, but
their visit to the little orphans who
are dependent upon the care and sup
port of the Masons or virginia
The session reassenbled at Hlght
and many matters of great con-
Germ 10 the order were considered.
resolution was introduced expressing
10 the president of the United States
the whole-hearted cooperation of the
order In Virginia, and q telegram was
ordered piedging the support OF
Masonry in Virginia In every endeavoT.
looking to the accomplishment Of the
objects of the war
Another patriotic movement was
launched TO bring about the forma~
ton OF clubs in every subordinate
lodge, for the purpose of acquiring
war savings stamps. On this subject
a ~fnost thrilling address was made
by Thos. r. Adams. who advocated
the measure.
Upon abe life OF late Grand Master
Field there was pronounced a beauti-
fui eulogy by Dr. Eggleston. No man
done more TO develop the order and
70 stimulate the real spirit Of the craft
IN its membership than this splendid
grand master, whose untlmely demise
deprived the order of his continued
lshors al time when his talents and
leadership were a blessing TO every
Mason.
Thursday opened with beautiful
weather and the grand lodge assem-
- tsl4
portant business matters were con-
Guided. the election of officers became
the order of the day
Last Thursday night there was
meeting az Acca temple. the Mystic
Shrine, at Masonic temple. A large
and impressive assembly Of Masons
gathered at this meeting and partici
pated In the exercises.
The grand lodge goes on its way
in a new year With strong faith and
hopeful heart Its duties in the past
year have been accomplished, bat the
realization of the greater tasks Of
the coming year in no way discourages
this strong and tireless organization.
Many changes VIII be recorded before
the meeting Of another Grand Lodge
Of Masons in Virginia. No one can
read the future. Member OF powerful
be gone tomorrow The order keeps
It's face 10 the rising sun. and come
what may. it's principles and existence
are eternal.
The Order OF the Eastern star la the
largest organization of women In the
world. There are forty-four chap
In the state OF Virginia. including rive
chapters in the city of Richmond. Only
49, .f~A u.
mothers. sisters and legally adopted
daughters are eligible to become mem
hers.
Mrs, Fannie Brown Bucher, OF Bar
ton Heights, Is worthy grand matron
of Virginia. NJ. E. Church of Falls
church. is worthy grand patron
Ruth chapter, No. s. meets in
Masonic temple on the second Tues
day In each month at O'Clock r NJ
Mrs. Lille Huth Is worthy matron
Arcme chapter, No. II, meets In
Masonic hall on Twenty fifth street
the third Monday in each month at &
o'clock p. NJ. Miss Louise Beale il
worthy Fnatrcn. For the present. on
account OF conservation OF fuel, the
meetings are held the Thursday fol-
lowing the third Monday.
Miszpah chapter. No. 81, meets in
Masonic temple on the third Tuesday
in each month at o'clock p. NJ. Mrs.
Alice Thompson is worthy matron.
Manchester chapter, No. 53. meets in
Masonic hall. South Richmond, on the
fourth Tuesday att o'clock p M
Miss Frances Craig is worthy ma
tson.
Holly chapter. No. ~, meets In
Masonic hall. Highland Park. on the
fourth Friday at s p. M. Mrs Ger
trude Phillips Is worthy matron.
blue Lodges.
Temple lodge, No. D. meets on tho
frst Friday in each month at Masonic
temple.
Richmond lodge, No. 10, meets on
the nrst Tuesday in each month at
Masonic temple.
Metropolitan lodge, No. ii. meets in |
Masonic temple on the second Thurs |
day in each month.
Manchester lodge. No IL meets In