History of the Third Masonic District Grand Lodge of the State of New York

W. T. RAMSBOTHAM, Secretary.

Bro. Ramsbotham has nearly reached his majority in masonry, though he is one of the youngest looking veterans in the Third Masonic District. He was raised to the Sublime Degree of Master Mason in Anglo-Saxon Lodge, in 1868. He served as Senior Deacon in 1872, Junior Warden in 1873, as Senior Warden in 1879, and was elected Worshipful Master for the year 1880, but declined the proffered honor. Trustee in 1880, 1881 and 1882. He was elected Treasurer in 1883, and at the annual election in December, 1887, was elected Secretary for the ensuing year, and was again elected to the same office in December, 1888. The efficient manner in which he has discharged the duties of every position assigned to him by the Lodge is an evidence of his executive ability, and of his willingness to serve his brethren in whatever capacity he could be most useful. He was made a member of the historical, committee appointed June 6, 1888, for compiling a history of Anglo-Saxon Lodge, and rendered valuable assistance in the work. Is a member of Constellation Chapter 209.

Bro. Ramsbotham is a native of England, born 11 Aug 1846. He enjoyed excellent educational advantages, and received a careful training in mercantile affairs. He came with his parents to this country in 1849. He resided in different parts of the country for some years, and finally settled in Brooklyn as a permanent resident in 1866. He formed a connection with the Jessup & Moore Paper Company in 1868, and has remained continuously with this firm for upwards of twenty years. His high moral character, integrity and business capacity are justly appreciated by his employers, as is evidenced by this long and unbroken connection with them. On July 2,1879, he married Miss Isabel Hunt, daughter of the late John P. Hunt, Esq., of Brooklyn. They have two interesting boys.

GEORGE M. HALSEY, Senior Deacon.—Record sent to him for correction not returned.

THOMAS J. STEPHENS, Junior Deacon.

With exceedingly limited advantages, Bro. Stephens has carved his way from humble beginnings to a position of responsibility and trust, and owes not a little of his success in life to the teachings of Masonry, by which he learned to "square his actions by the square of virtue," and cultivate those virtues inculcated by our Order, which makes a man an honored and useful citizen as well as a true Craftsman.

Bro. Stephens was born at Columbus, Ohio, 14 Mar1861. He left home at the age of twelve years, and came East. He spent several years of his life on a farm. At the age of twenty he accepted a position in a hardware and furnishing house at Red Bank, NJ. He spent four years in a mercantile house as bookkeeper. In 1886 he was offered a responsible position with the Goodyear India Rubber Glove Mfg. Co., in New York, which he accepted. He became a resident of Brooklyn the same year. His first experience in masonry was at Red Bank, NJ, where he was initiated, passed and raised in Mystic Brotherhood Lodge No. 21, in 1884. He served the first year as Senior Deacon and the second as Junior Warden. He was in a fair way for further promotion, when his business arrangements required him to sever his connection with the Lodge, and on December 5, 1887, he affiliated with Anglo-Saxon Lodge. He was soon after appointed Junior Deacon, to serve for the present year. He was exalted in Constellation Chapter, R. A. M., of Brooklyn, in 1888. He is a member of Red Bank Council No. 984, R. A., in which he served for a time as Chaplain. He was married in 1884, to Miss Mary Allen, of Red Bank, NJ. Two children have been born to them.

WILLIAM CONKLIN.

Bro. Conklin was made a Master Mason in this Lodge February 19, 1863, and on the night following was appointed to fill the vacant chair of Secretary. In December following he was regularly elected to that position, which he held for twenty-three consecutive years. At the close of his twenty-first year he was presented by the brethren with an elegant clock. He was unceasing in his efforts to build up the Lodge, and brought in members who have since become bright and shining lights, among whom was Rt. Wor. Bro. Sherer, a life-long friend and companion. Bro. Conklin was exalted in Orient Chapter No. 138, R. A. M., in which he also served as Secretary for several years. He subsequently affiliated with Constellation Chapter, of which he was made a Life Member. He was a charter member of Ivy Lodge, Knights of Honor; is also a member of U. S. Council No. 1, National Provident Union.

Bro. Conklin was born in Brooklyn, 31 Aug 1834. He has been for the past 29 years connected with the Brooklyn Gaslight Company.

THOMAS TICE.

There are few Lodges in this State that have been more highly honored in their membership by distinguished men than Anglo-Saxon Lodge, all of whom were filling humble positions in life when they entered its folds. Two of the most important government positions in New York city, viz., those of Appraiser and Assistant Appraiser of the Port, are filled by members of this Lodge. Bro. Tice is among the few old members left of this Lodge. He affiliated with it in the latter part of 1857. His only ambition was to become a skillful Craftsman, that he might receive wages accordingly, and for nearly thirty-one years he has been true to his obligations, and made a faithful use of the tools of symbolic Masonry, that he might receive the approval of the Great Architect of the Universe, and when he shall have ceased from his labors hear the words "Well done, good and faithful servant."

Bro. Tice was born on Roosevelt street, New York City, 25 Jan 1821. He attended Taft's school in Elizabeth street, under the old Bowery Church. He followed the business of sign painting for about fifteen years, and then went into the jewelry business. In 1865 he was taken into partnership with his brother; in 1870 bought out his brother and continued the business for several years. In 1887 he was appointed Assistant Appraiser of the Port of New York by President Cleveland, a position he has filled with great satisfaction to the business community as well as his associates. His long experience and methodical habits, his strict integrity and high business standing, were among the qualifications that eminently fitted him for the appointment. He was married in 1843 to Miss Margaret Quinn of New York. Eleven children have been born to them, only five of whom are now living. Bro. Tice became a resident of Brooklyn in 1855, and has remained there most of the time for the past thirty-three years. He was a member of the old Volunteer Fire Department, and was attached to Engine No. 12.

FRANK ARNOLD.

Twenty years ago Bro. Arnold was among the most active, earnest and energetic members of Anglo-Saxon Lodge, but having subsequently changed his residence to another State he was unable to attend the regular Communications. He was raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason on the same evening with Bro. Skinner, March 3,1865. He was elected Junior Warden in 1866-7-8 and Senior Warden in 1869. He was an efficient officer, a skillful workman, and had many warm personal friends in Anglo-Saxon Lodge, who regretted the necessity of his removal to another State. He was exalted in Constellation Chapter No. 209, R. A. M.

Bro. Arnold was born in Burlington, NJ, 15 Oct 1839, but removed early in life with his parents to Providence, R. I., thence to Brooklyn in 1847, where he completed his education and soon after became connected with his father in the dry goods commission business in New York city, first as clerk and for eight years as partner, continuing until 1869. He then spent nearly two years in traveling abroad and in 1871 formed a connection with the house of Cheney Bros., silk manufacturers, where he still continues.

He was married in 1871 to Miss Augusta Baldwin, of Orange, NJ. Bro. Arnold is descended from one of the old Rhode Island families who have been conspicuous in the history of that State during the past century. He is a true type of an honest, upright Craftsman, possessed of many social virtues that endear him to those who enjoy his acquaintance. He is a man of fine personal appearance, courteous and manly in his bearing, and of a frank, open, generous nature.

DR. DAVID S. SKINNER.

Bro. Skinner's Masonic birth took place in Anglo-Saxon Lodge, March 23, 1865, at which time he was raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason. He was quite active in the Lodge for the first few years, serving as Senior Deacon and filling temporarily other prominent positions. He was a skillful workman and popular with the brethren; other interests, however, pre- Tented his continuance as an active member. He is now a Life Member of the Lodge. He was exalted in Gate of the Temple Chapter No. 208, R. A. M., in 1872, was Knighted in Palestine Commandery, K. T., in 1876, joined Mecca Temple of the Mystic Shrine in 1884, and received all the degrees in the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, including the 33d, in Cerneau Consistory. He is also a member of Principle Lodge No. 170,1. O. O. F., of Brooklyn, and of Nassau Council, Order of United Friends. He has been a Director in the Masonic Mutual Benefit Association for the past fifteen years. He is Chaplain of Fort Greene Council No. 1048, Royal Arcanum; also a member of the Royal Arcanum Club at 163 Livingston street.

Bro. Skinner was born in Brooklyn, 20 Oct 1844. His rudimentary education was received in the public school; he was then sent to Yonkers, under the tuition of Lyman Cobb, author of the standard spelling book. He completed his education at Grammar School No. 17, of New York. He soon after became associated with his father, one of the oldest and most prominent dentists in Brooklyn, and subsequently succeeded him in his extensive practice. He is a member of the Brooklyn Dental Society and of the Second District Dental Association. He was excessively fond of military tactics and spent a great deal of time in drill practice with Colonel Ellsworth, of Zouave celebrity. Soon after the breaking out of the war he joined 1st Company, Seventh Regiment, NYSM. He also assisted in raising a company of the famous New York Legion. He served for some time in the Quartermaster's Department in the Shenandoah Valley, where he saw much active service. On his return he resumed his connection with the Seventh Regiment and was elected color sergeant. He served with the Seventh in the Draft riots of 1863 and in the Orange riot of 1871; he was highly complimented in a letter from his Company on the latter occasion. He received the Medal of Honor for eleven years consecutive service in the Regiment and was elected a Life Member of the Veteran Association. He took part in the ceremonies of mounting the Bolivar statue in 1884, in which the Seventh bore a large portion of the expense, and Bro. Skinner, among others, was presented with an elegant badge and diploma by the Government of Venezuela, conferring on him the Order of the Bust of the Liberator, it being the highest honor in the gift of that Government. He still retains his military connections. He is a member of the Old Guard of New York, an Honorary Member of the "Ancient and Honorable Artillery" Company of Boston, also of the Boston Tigers and the Providence Light Infantry, of Rhode Island. He is also a member of the Kemble Dramatic Association and was trustee for several years.

He was married in 1878 to Miss Effie Crissey, daughter of Wm. V. Crissey, a prominent wholesale druggist of New York city. Bro. Skinner is still in the prime of life, a man of fine commanding appearance and military bearing, genial and courteous in his demeanor, frank, open-hearted, and generous to a fault. He is a frequent contributor to the social and dramatic periodicals; a journalist of acknowledged ability.

GEORGE PUTNAM MERRILL.

During his early Masonic career Bro. Geo. P. Merrill was a faithful laborer in Anglo-Saxon Lodge and a regular attendant at its stated communications, and while he willingly performed every duty assigned him, filling temporarily different offices in the Lodge, he was strongly adverse to holding any official position. He was raised June 8th, 1865, by Wor. Bro. Gladding. He still cherishes the strongest affection for his alma mater, and the many brethren who was associated with him at that time. While not a frequent attendant he is a ready and willing contributor to any enterprise, benevolent or otherwise, that concerns Anglo-Saxon Lodge, or the Fraternity in general. He was exalted in Constellation Chapter No. 209, R. A. M., and took an active interest for some years.

Bro. Merrill is of Scotch descent. Three brothers of this name came from Scotland early in the seventeenth century and settled in Newburyport, Mass. On his maternal side he is connected with the famous Gen. Israel Putnam, of revolutionary fame, from whom he is named.

Bro. Merrill is a native of Southampton, NH, born 26 Sep 1839. He came with his parents to Brooklyn in early childhood, where he received a liberal education. At the age of sixteen he commenced his business career as a clerk in the dry goods commission business. For the past ten years he has been a partner in the house of W. C. Langley & Co., the oldest dry goods firm in New York city. He has been a resident of Brooklyn from his childhood up. He was a popular member of the Volunteer Fire Department, and was foreman of Atlantic Hose Company No. 1. He has been for the past twelve years a member of the Board of Trustees of the Widows' and Orphans' Fund of the Volunteer Fire Department. He is a member of the Brooklyn Club and several other social organizations of this city.

LIEUT. COM'R. HENRY H. GORRINGE, U. S. N.

INITIATED. PASSED AND RAISED IN ANGLO-SAXON LODGE NO. 137. IN 1866. CONTINUING UNTIL HIS DECEASE.

HENRY H. GORRINGE.

Bro. Henry H. Gorringe, formerly Lieutenant-Commander in the United States Navy, was raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason in Anglo-Saxon Lodge, June 14th, 1866. He was born at Barbadoes, West Indies, in 1842 and was the son of a clergyman of the Church of England, who immediately after taking his degree at Oxford went there and married the daughter of a fellow clergyman. Their son had the best education that the island afforded. He commenced a seafaring life at the age of fourteen and at the age of nineteen was chief mate on a New York ship and was soon after promoted to be captain.

When the war broke out he entered the U. S. Navy, from New York as a volunteer acting master's mate. He served through the war in the Mississippi squadron, was in all the fighting under Farragut and was three times promoted for gallantry in action. At the close of the war he commanded the steamer Memphis for a couple of years and in 1868 he was made a regular officer of the navy, with the rank of Lieutenant-Commander, and stationed at the New York Navy Yrard. From 1869 to 1871 he commanded the Portsmouth, and was attached to the South Atlantic squadron. From this duty he was called to Washington and for four years, from 1872 to 1876, he was attached to the Hydrographic Office. At his own request he was sent on the Gettysburg on special service in the Mediterranean.

When Mr. William H. Vanderbilt determined to secure for his native city the gift of the Khedive of Egypt, by paying the expense of transporting the Obelisk to New York, he selected Lieut-Commander Gorringe, who was recommended by the Navy Department, as a proper person. Commander Gorringe being unable to charter a suitable vessel here for the enterprise purchased the steamer Dessong, then in the Egyptian mail service, and altered her to suit the purpose. After many difficulties and much opposition from foreigners he at last succeeded in getting the Obelisk on board, which was safely landed here on July 20, 1880. He was received with distinguished honors by the Masonic Fraternity, led by his own Lodge, and participated in the laying of the corner-stone.

Subsequently a difficulty occurred between him and Secretary Chandler, owing to some remarks made by Commander Gorringe in reference to free ships. This led to his resignation and shortly after he appeared as the organizer and manager of the American Shipbuilding Company, which leased the Philadelphia and Beading Shipbuilding Yards, near Philadelphia. Operations were continued for five years but did not prove a success.

Bro. Gorringe died in the Benedict apartment house on Washington Square, New York city, 6 Jul 1885, from spinal disease, caused by an accident some months previous in jumping from a moving train of cars. His remains were taken to Bockland cemetery, at Piermont, on the banks of the Hudson, where the simple white obelisk which marks his last resting place is plainly visible in passing up or down the river.

AUGUSTUS K. SLOAN.

Twenty years ago there were few members of Anglo-Saxon Lodge who took a deeper interest in its welfare or enjoyed a greater degree of popularity than Bro. Sloan. He was raised on Sept. 6th, 1866, by W.’. Bro. N. Gladding, from whom he received his first instructions in masonry. He served as Treasurer in 1874-5; as Junior Warden in 1877-8; the following year he was nominated for Master and elected on three successive ballots, but positively declined from his inability to devote the requisite time; he then nominated W.’. D. I. Walden, who was elected Master for the fourth time. He was exalted in Constellation Chapter No. 209, R. A. M., where he served two years as Scribe. He was Knighted in Clinton Commandery No. 14, K. T.; he ascended to the 32d degree in the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, is a member of Aurora Grata Lodge of Perfection, Aurora Grata Council, Princes of Jerusalem, Aurora Grata Chapter, of Rose Croix, Consistory of New York city, Northern Jurisdiction; in the Council of Princes of Jerusalem he is Junior Grand Warden.

Bro. Sloan is a native of Cleveland, Ohio; born 3 Sep1838. He removed in childhood with his parents to Syracuse, NY, and attended school until he was twelve years of age. He was employed for a short time in a fancy goods store. He came to New York in 1854 and entered the employ of Carter, Pierson & Hale, jewelers; he served them faithfully for thirteen years and in 1867 he was received into the firm as a partner. Changes have taken place in the firm and it is now Carter, Sloan & Co., located at 15 Maiden Lane, New York. He is a member and was formerly President of the Jewelers' League; he was Treasurer of the Jewelers' Association for seven years, now Vice-President; and is also First Vice-President of the Jewelers' Security Alliance. He has been twice married; his first wife deceased in 1878, leaving four children. In 1881 he married Miss Mary A. E. Cromwell, of Skaneateles, NY. He has one child by his second wife. Bro. Sloan became a resident of Brooklyn in 1864; he was for several years connected with the Volunteer Fire Department, New York city, as a member of Hose Company No. 38. At the breaking out of the war he joined the famous Ninth Regiment, a member of G Company. Before being sworn in business engagements compelled him to withdraw and another man gladly took his place, to whom Bro. Sloan gave his uniform. The man was killed in one of the early engagements and the family of the deceased soldier returned the uniform to Bro. Sloan, who has preserved it as an interesting relic.

E. A. WILLARD.

Bro. Willard has passed his twenty-first birthday as a Master Mason, having entered Anglo-Saxon Lodge a few weeks after he reached his majority. He completed his journey o'er the rugged paths and was furnished with the working tools of a Master Mason on Nov. 7th, 1867, since which time he has made a faithful use of all the tools of symbolic or speculative masonry; spreading the cement of brotherly love with a free and skillful hand, meriting the Master's approval of "Well done good and faithful servant." He continued his journey in search of further light in Masonry and was soon after exalted in Constellation Chapter R. A. M. Another important event took place the same year of his taking the Royal Arch degree, viz., his marriage to Miss Caroline Sands, a representative of one of the old families of Long Island. Kind Fortune blessed their union with eight children which has caused the hearts of the parents to expand and increase their field of usefulness.

Both the paternal and maternal ancestors of Bro. Willard were among the earliest and most prominent settlers of Massachusetts. His maternal ancestor was LeBaron, who came over on the Mayflower. On his paternal side he is connected with some of the most distinguished families of the Commonwealth. His paternal grandfather was Governor Bradford, of Massachusetts. Through many generations the family escutcheon has remained untarnished.

Bro. Willard is a native* of Brooklyn, born 28 May 1846. He was educated at the Polytechnic Institute and subsequently traveled with his tutor, with whom he completed his education. He engaged for a time as railroad engineer, but mercantile pursuits proving more attractive he entered the large grocery house of Sturges, Bennett

G. W. RUMBOLD.

No Brother of Anglo-Saxon Lodge has a more just appreciation of the obligations and teachings of Masonry than Brother Rumbold. They have become to him "a lamp to his feet and a guide to his path," and have had a marked influence on his daily life and his business career. He was raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason in this Lodge, October 13th, 1870, and during his eighteen years of service no one can question his fidelity and honor as a Craftsman. He has contributed his share to the support of the Lodge and to all worthy objects. His ear is quick to hear and his heart to respond to the appeals of distressed worthy brothers. He was exalted in Orient Chapter No. 138, R. A. M., but has since dimitted, believing that the teachings of Blue Lodge Masonry were amply sufficient for his guide and practice. He is a member of the Masonic Mutual Insurance Company, of Brooklyn, and formerly represented Anglo-Saxon Lodge as a director in that institution.

Bro. Rumbold was born in London, England, 13 Jan 1833, where he received a good common school education. He learned the business of wall paper manufacture and decoration. He came to this country in 1854, settled in Brooklyn and continued in the same business. He removed to New Brunswick, NJ, in 1860, where he remained until 1869, and then returned to Brooklyn. In February, 1869, he started in business for himself, first as a manufacturer of wall papers and decorations, which he finally limited to wall decorations. For the past nineteen years he has met with unvarying success, and never had his paper dishonored. It is not owing to what some men call "luck” but the application of strict business principles, good judgment, careful management, and in the daily application of the "golden rule" in his transactions with his fellow-men. He was married in 1857 to Miss Elizabeth E. Smith, of Brooklyn. Out of five children that were born to them four are still living. His eldest son was taken into partnership with him in 1884, and will doubtless soon follow in his father's footsteps by seeking that "light and knowledge" that has illuminated the pathway of his father for many years, and has become a source of comfort to him after passing the meridian of life.

E. G. SHELDON.

Of those who have contributed their time, their money, and their talents to Anglo-Saxon Lodge none have been more faithful and consistent than Bro. Sheldon. The symbols of masonry possessed for him a peculiar charm, and have exercised a potent influence on his life and conduct. Whether at home or abroad he has never failed to recognize his obligations as a Craftsman and to minister to the wants of worthy distressed brethren. He took his Entered Apprentice's degree in Anglo-Saxon Lodge in the fall of 1871. As he was about leaving home on important business a special dispensation was granted by the Grand Master to enable him to take his Fellowcraft and Master Mason's degrees on the same evening. These were conferred on the evening of Nov. 11th, 1871.

Bro. Sheldon is a native of Brooklyn, born 29 Nov 1840. He received his knowledge of the rudimentary branches at the public school and completed his education at Fruit Hill Classical Institute, of North Providence, R. I., in 1856. His first business experience was with the firm of Dearborn, Winnie & Sheldon (the latter being an uncle of his) of New York. After an experience of two years he became connected with the provision house of R. H. Anderson, continuing until the latter closed business in 1867. He then made a trip to the east coast of Africa, where he was connected with the house of Arnold, Hines & Co., the latter of whom was a member of Anglo-Saxon Lodge. After a two years residence in the tropics he returned to New York, where he was for three years connected with the New York Custom House as broker. He was offered a lucrative position with Messrs. Andrew Clerk & Co., manufacturers of and dealers in fishing tackle, etc. The firm was succeeded by Abbey & Imbrie, with whom he still remains. He was married in 1872 to Miss Harriet E. Kennedy, of Brooklyn. In his younger days he was connected with the old volunteer fire department; was attached to Atlantic Hose No. 1, of which he was assistant foreman.

R. B. ATTERBURY.

Bro. R. B. Atterbury is an hereditary Mason; both his grandfather and father having been members of the Fraternity, the record of the two combined covering a period of nearly seventy years, the latter being still a member of Anglo-Saxon Lodge. Bro. Atterbury had "line upon line and precept upon precept" and became thoroughly imbued with the principles of speculative Masonry long before he entered a Lodge. He first joined Orion Lodge No. 717 by initiation, about 1875, where he served as Master of Ceremonies, also as Junior Warden. He affiliated with Anglo-Saxon Lodge, June 2, 1879, and served one year as Junior Warden in 1881. A pressure of business for several years past has prevented him from assuming further responsibilities in the Lodge, although urged by his friends to assist in the work. He is a capable workman, a skillful Craftsman, a true and faithful Brother, who accepts the teachings of Masonry and makes it his guide and practice in his daily life.

Bro. R. B. Atterbury was born in New York city, 8 Oct 1846. He removed to Brooklyn in early childhood with his parents and was educated at public school No. 1. He commenced his business career as a boy with H. M. C. & M. Hulbert, in the paper business. He remained with them for nine years and in the fall of 1870 he started for himself in the same business. He built up an extensive trade and became a successful competitor of his former employers. In 1876 he took his brother into partnership under the firm name of Atterbury Bros. This is now one of the best known and most successful houses in the trade. Bro. Atterbury was married in 1874 to Miss Frances P. Kirby of Brooklyn. He has a family of three children. Bro. Atterbury has devoted most of his leisure time to Blue Lodge Masonry. The only other order with which he is connected is that of the American Legion of Honor. He has been a member of Stella Council No. 400 for several years.

CHARLES F. LUSCH.

Bro. Lusch is one of the most promising young members of Anglo-Saxon Lodge; full of enthusiasm, with an excessive fondness for Masonic literature, ambitious, earnest and persevering; he has already reached nearly the topmost ladder in the higher Orders of Masonry, He took his Entered Apprentice's degree in 1883, and was made a Master Mason on September 3d of that year. He was exalted in Constellation Chapter No. 209, entered Brooklyn Council R. & S. M., was Knighted in Clinton Commandery No. 14, passed to the 32d degree in the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, is connected with Aurora Grata Lodge of Perfection, Aurora Grata Council of Princes of Jerusalem, Aurora Grata Chapter Rose Croix and New York Consistory, Northern Jurisdiction. He "crossed the burning sands" in Mecca Temple of the Mystic Shrine, subsequently dimitted and assisted in organizing Kismet Temple, of Brooklyn, thus becoming a charter member. His business calls him from home a portion of the year thus preventing him from accepting any official position, for which he is well qualified and to which his associates would gladly elevate him. He is a member of only one of the numerous Benevolent Orders, viz., Winona Council No. 905, A. L. of H.

Bro. Lusch was born in Columbus, Ohio, 25 Sep 1851, where he received a thorough education in the rudimentary branches. He started on his business career in 1865 as a clerk in the boot and shoe house of Allen & Awl, Columbus. He came East in 1870, and was for three or four years with E. D. Burt & Co., of Brooklyn, and afterwards with a large Newark house. In 1878 he became connected with the house of Hanan & Son, of NY, in the same business, where he still continues. In 1876 he married Miss Eva M. Dix, a niece of Rt. Wor. Bro. Sherer, of Anglo-Saxon Lodge, and a granddaughter of Chas. A. Dix, who was a prominent Mason in Vernon. Oneida Co., this State, sixty years ago, during the "anti-masonry" excitement, when for a man to openly avow himself a Mason, did it at the risk of social and political ostracism, yet this distinguished brother remained steadfast and immovable and died as he had lived, faithful to the Craft. "With such memories and such surroundings as are associated with the married life of Bro. Lusch it would be strange indeed if he did not become thoroughly imbued with the teachings of Masonry.

JOHN G. LUSCH.

Like his brother Charles F., who is also a member of Anglo- Saxon Lodge, Bro. Lusch is a close student of Masonic history, to which he has devoted considerable time and attention. He was brought to light in Masonry in this Lodge on Sept. 17th, 1883. His quickness of perception, his retentive memory and knowledge acquired, are qualifications that fit him for office, but his frequent absence from home has prevented him from active participation in the work of the Lodge. His interest in Capitular is even greater than that of Blue Lodge Masonry. He was exalted a Royal Arch Mason in Constellation Chapter No. 209, was dubbed and Knighted in Clinton Commandery No. 14, K. T.; "crossed the burning sands " in Mecca Temple, Nobles of the Mystic Shrine; he dimitted from the latter and was among the first to join Kismet Temple, of Brooklyn, after its organization.

Bro. Lusch was born at Columbus, Ohio, 25 Aug 1853. After a thorough education in the rudimentary branches he took a course of study in Bryant & Stratton's Business College. He commenced his business career as a boy in the boot and shoe house of Allen & Awl. After a few years in the shoe business he went into a dry goods store, continuing for five or six years. He gave up business to take part in the political campaign, in which he displayed great executive ability and was spoken of in the highest terms by Senator Sherman and other leading men of the Republican party, as well as by the press of his native State. He was Financial Secretary for the Republican State Committee for six years. He was appointed Chief Clerk to the Railroad Commissioner of Ohio under General Robinson. He afterwards became connected with the office of Secretary of State, serving under two different administrations, viz., those of Secretary Barnes and Secretary Townsend. He filled the position of statistician. He discharged the several duties to which he was assigned with great ability and won for himself hosts of friends by his courteous demeanor and upright conduct.

He came to New York in 1881 and formed a connection with the wholesale boot and shoe trade as traveling salesman, where he has continued ever since. In March of the present year he formed a life partnership with Miss Hannah Sherer, an estimable young lady of South Montrose, Penn.

GEO. B. BRIGGS.

Bro. Briggs, like some other brethren who have become skillful Craftsmen, found more Masonry in the work of the Middle Chamber than in either of the other degrees, and he attained considerable local celebrity in the interior counties of this State for his work as Senior Deacon. He was "brought to light" in Naples Lodge No. 133 (charter since surrendered), January 20, 1871, while a resident of that town. About a year following he affiliated with Rushville Lodge No. 377, and served two years as its Senior Deacon. He did not do his work by proxy, but by careful study and due preparation he became very proficient, and was frequently called on by sister Lodges to assist in working the Second degree. He was elected Senior Warden of Rushville Lodge, but, as he left the place soon after, he rendered no service in that capacity. He affiliated with Anglo-Saxon Lodge December 19, 1881. His business engagements have prevented his taking an active interest in the work. He was exalted a Royal Arch Mason in Mount Vernon Chapter No. 228; created and dubbed a Sir Knight in Bethlehem Commandery No. 137, of Mount Vernon, NY. He is a member of West River Lodge No. 237, A. O. U. W.; and was its charter master, also a member of the North Western Masonic Insurance Company.

Bro. Briggs was born in Naples, Ontario County, NY, 13 Jul 1847. He received a thorough academic education, and was principal of Union Schools in Yates and Steuben counties for ten years. On Dec. 26, 1871—the same year of his masonic birth—he was married to Miss Ella M., daughter of Eev. J. W. Putnam, of the West Genessee M. E. Conference. He came to New York in 1876, and was for two years connected with the subscription department of the Neiv York World. He gave up his position on the World to accept the position of manager of the advertising department of the Rural New Yorker. On August 10, 1885, he became connected with the Orange Judd Publishing Company, as manager of the advertising department of the American Agriculturist, and has since been admitted as a member of the firm. In the several positions he has held he has displayed great executive ability. In addition thereto his affable manners and pleasing address, with a large share of the milk of human kindness with which nature endowed him, have conduced largely to his success in life.

THOMAS S. JUBE, JR.

To become a skillful Craftsman, and to make a right and proper use of the tools of symbolic masonry, is the extent of Bro. Jube's ambition. He has many warm friends, however, in Anglo-Saxon Lodge, who honor him for his manly, noble qualities and generous nature. He can never turn a deaf ear to the appeals of worthy distressed brethren, nor refuse the solicitations from his own Lodge for the aid and support of any worthy object. He was raised on February 15, 1886, and received his instruction in the use of the working tools of a Craftsman from Wor. Bro. P. H. Bowne. He continued his journey in search of further light, and was exalted in Constellation Chapter No. 209, R. A. M., in 1887-8, and was soon after Knighted in Clinton Commandery No. 14, K. T. It is his purpose to pursue his journey still further, until he shall have acquired a thorough knowledge of all the mysteries of the higher orders of Masonry.

As a business man Bro. Jube is a success; driving, pushing, energetic, he has distanced most of his competitors in his line of trade. He was born in New York City, 12 Mar 1858; was educated in the rudimentary branches at public school, and completed his education at the College of the City of New York. He entered at once upon mercantile career, as clerk in a banking house. In 1884 he formed a connection with H. McCrossan, under the firm of H. McCrossan & Co., in the general merchandise and fancy goods business, he (Bro. Jube) furnishing the capital for the same. He dissolved business with his partner at the close of 1887, and started on his own account. With the pluck, energy and ambition that have always characterized him, he has great promise of a successful career.

G. H. RICHARDSON.

The grandfather of Bro. Richardson was a prominent Mason in Rhode Island, and Secretary of St. John's Lodge No. 1, of Providence, R. I. During the "anti-masonry" excitement in 1827-8 his house was approached by a body of these anti- masons, who demanded the charter of the Lodge. He quietly loaded his pistols, and, taking deliberate aim at the intruders, threatened to shoot the first man who crossed his threshold. Believing that "discretion was the better part of valor," they withdrew without further "persuasion."

Profiting by the example of his worthy grandfather, Bro. G. H. Richardson made application to the same Lodge for membership soon after he reached his majority, and was received in due and ancient form. He was exalted in Providence Chapter, R. A. M.; was Knighted in St. John's Commandery, K. T., No. 1, of Providence. He subsequently dimitted from St. John's Blue Lodge, and on June 6, 1887, affiliated with Anglo- Saxon Lodge. He also affiliated with Clinton Cornmandery of Brooklyn. He is a 32d degree member of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, comprising Rose Croix Chapter, Council of Princes of Jerusalem, and Lodge of Perfection, of Brooklyn, New York Consistory, Northern Jurisdiction. He crossed the burning sands in Mecca Temple of the Mystic Shrine, but subsequently affiliated with Kismet Temple of Brooklyn. He is also a member of Aurora Grata Club, and of the North Western Masonic Insurance Company.

Bro. Richardson was born in Providence, R. I., 21 Aug 1848. He received a thorough education in the rudimentary branches, and afterwards served two years' apprenticeship in the drug business. He then became associated with his father in the manufacturing jewelry business, which had been established for many years, under the firm name of J. W. Richardson & Co., at Providence, R. I. On his father's death he succeeded the latter, continuing the business under the same name, while other changes had taken place. He removed to New York in 1869, and has remained most of the time at his present location, No. 196 Broadway. Bro. Richardson was married in 1879 to Miss Hattie C. Winter, of Oswego, NY. Though having no ambition for office, he is an enthusiast in masonry, and most of his leisure time is spent in perfecting himself in the work.

MARCELLUS C. SHATTUCK.

Bro. Shattuck, though still in the prime of life, is a veteran in a two-fold sense: a veteran of the war and a veteran in Masonry. He has passed his twentieth year in the latter, having been raised in Hiram Lodge, Arlington, Mass., on June 18th, 1868. In January, 1885, he joined Seawauhaka Lodge No. 678, by affiliation, and served as Chaplain in 1886; and on June 20th, 1887, he joined Anglo-Saxon Lodge No. 137, by affiliation, and in the following December was elected Trustee. He enjoys the confidence and esteem of his brethren, and his honorable record, both as a brother Mason and a patriot, entitle him to a place in the annals of the Lodge.

Bro. Shattuck is descended from one of the early settlers of Massachusetts; was born in East Cambridge, Mass., on 5 Jan 1843, and enjoyed the usual educational advantages of New England boys. At the age of sixteen he became a clerk in a country store in New Hampshire, and three years later was fighting the battles of his country. He enlisted in B Company, 13th New Hampshire Vols., on August 14th, 1862, for three years, or during the war; went with his regiment to Washington, and was soon after in the front ranks of the 9th Army Corps, under fire. He took part in the first Battle of Fredericksburg, in December, 1862; the Siege of Suffolk, in April and May, 1863; and the Raid on Hanover Court House, in June, 1863. He was with the 18th Army Corps in the opening of the campaign in 1864, and participated in the fight at Port Walthal, Drury's Bluff, and a number of smaller engagements up to May 28th. On June 1st, 1864, he joined Grant's forces at Cold Harbor, and took part in that memorable engagement in which his regiment suffered a loss of nearly one-half of its numbers. His regiment, with the 18th Army Corps, led the advance, on Petersburgh, when Grant crossed the James river, and carried and held the enemy's main line until Grant came up with his forces. He took part in the Explosion of the Mine at Petersburgh, on July 30th, and in the following September crossed the James river, and was engaged in the attack on Fort Harrison, which was carried at the point of the bayonet. On April 3d, 1865, his regiment was the first to enter Richmond. He enlisted as a private, was promoted to Sergeant, Sergeant-Major, and in May, 1865, was commissioned First Lieutenant. In December, 1864, Major-General John Gibbon issued an order granting a furlough of twenty days to the best soldier in each of the three divisions of the 24th Army Corps. Bro. Shattuck received the first furlough granted under this order, having passed the best inspection in his—the 3d—Division. This was considered no small compliment in a Division of over six thousand men, comprising about twenty regiments. He is a member of B. F. Middleton Post No. 500, G.A.R., of Brooklyn, and was Commander in 1886 and 1887. At the close of the war he returned to New Hampshire, and remained there about two years and a half; from there he went to Boston, and came to New York in 1868, being engaged for a time in the produce business. In 1875 he became connected with the house of E. Butterick & Co., for whom he traveled for four years, visiting Europe in 1879. He is at present Superintendent of the office on Fourteenth street. In 1869 he became a resident of Brooklyn, and in 1870 married Miss Emily E. Carleton, of New York. They have two children. He is a man of genial disposition, generous, free-hearted, and possessed of many moral and social virtues.

E. A. SHORTER.

In seeking an entrance into the mysteries of our ancient and noble Craft, Bro. Shorter was influenced by the purest motives, viz., that of benefitting his fellow-men and extending his field of usefulness. His application to Anglo-Saxon Lodge received prompt consideration, and since his entrance he has made a careful study of the emblems and a faithful use of the working tools of symbolic masonry. He was raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason, in Anglo-Saxon Lodge, May 16,1888, and was immediately after appointed Junior Master of Ceremonies. At the annual election in December, 1888, he was re-appointed to the same position.

Bro. Shorter was born in Liverpool, Eng., 25 Jun 1861, his father being an American-born citizen who married an English lady. He came to this country with his parents two years after his birth, and became a resident of Brooklyn; he was sent to boarding-school and completed his education at Brooklyn public schools. He served two years in a law office, and in 1880 he obtained a position with The Butterick Publishing Co. in a subordinate capacity. By his industry and diligent application to business, he has been promoted at different periods, and is now private secretary to the president of the company.