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

The following sketch of Bro. Winchester is taken from an "Historical Address," read before the Lodge in 1866, by Bro. J. Windle Fowler: "Bro. Winchester commenced his Masonic career by receiving the three symbolic degrees in Eureka Lodge No. 1, hailing from under the then jurisdiction of St. John's Grand Lodge; he was subsequently exalted to the degree of Royal Arch Mason in Orient Chapter No. 1, and afterwards dubbed and created a Knight Templar in Melita Encampment No. 1, worked by members owing allegiance to St. John's Grand Lodge. He was a prominent member of that Grand Body and was Grand Secretary at the time of its disbandment.

"At the breaking out of the Civil War, Bro. Winchester promptly answered the call of his country and volunteered his services, receiving a Commission from Gov. Morgan, dated April 23, 1861, as Captain of F Company, 10th Regiment National Zouaves, NY Vols. He fought in the battle of Big Bethel, passed unharmed through the Seven Days' Battles, under General McClellan, and participated in the battles of Antietam, South Mountain, and Sheppard's Ford. At the battle of Fredericksburg, December 13, 1862, under Major General Burnside, having command of the regiment, he fell, mortally wounded, while gallantly leading his men into action, and on the 16th of December, 1862, he breathed his last in the city of Washington, D. C. Those who knew him best loved him most. He was kind and loving in his disposition, an earnest worker and seeker after truth, brave and generous to a fault, and an upright man and zealous Mason."

WOR. CHARLES P. MARRAT, Past Master And Charter Member Of Zeredatha Lodge.

The life of Bro. Marrat has become so clearly interwoven with Zeredatha Lodge as to form a conspicuous feature in its history, and while he can hardly be called the father of the Lodge, yet he exercises over it a paternal influence, and his wisdom and counsel are always sought on matters of importance. He was "brought to light" in Eureka Lodge, New York, about 1856, and in 1859 was one of the petitioners for the erection of Zeredatha Lodge, and was named in the Dispensation for Junior Warden; became Senior Warden in 1864; Master in 1865-6, and again in 1868; has served seven years as Trustee; has been almost constant in attendance, and has been an active worker in the Lodge from its organization to the present time. In 1867, he was presented with an elegant gold watch and chain, and has received from his brethren other substantial tokens of their love and affection. Was exalted in Nassau Chapter No. 109, R. A. M., of which he was twice High Priest, and has served as its Secretary for the past twelve years, and is still in harness. In Cryptic Masonry he toiled in the quarries of Brooklyn Council No. 4, of which he is Past Recorder and Past Principal Conductor of the Works ; was Knighted in Clinton Commandery No. 14; in the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, received the grades of ineffable Masonry in the Lodge of Perfection, of New York City; was one of the Charter Members of Mecca Temple, Nobles of the Mystic Shrine, in 1874; is Past Chancellor, Past Keeper of Records and Seal, and Past Grand Representative of the Knights of Pythias; has been a Trustee and Director in the Masonic Mutual Relief Association for sixteen years, and Secretary and Treasurer for several years of the Associated Board of Trustees, and is also a member of the Masonic Veterans' Association of New York.

The grandfather of Bro. Marrat was an eminent scholar and forcible writer of Blackwood's (Scottish) Magazine and other foreign periodicals. Bro. Marrat was born in Liverpool, England, 16 Dec1831, educated at the Mount Street Collegiate Institute of that city, graduating in 1848, chose for his occupation "the art preservative of all arts," came to New York in 1852 and was connected at different times with some of the oldest and most prominent printing houses in that city and Philadelphia. In, 1864 he, with others, started a paper called the Irish People, which proved a successful venture. In 1858, he was one of the founders of the Emerald, and later the American Celt, all of which attained a wide circulation and yielded fair returns. For some years past he has been engaged in the book and job printing business at No. 26 Vesey street, New York. His domestic life has been a happy one; united in 1854 to Miss Elizabeth Mary Haywood, of New York, a lady of refinement, intelligence and culture, who has made his home pleasant and delightful. Seven children have been born to them, five of whom are now living. He is a devoted husband, loving father, true and steadfast friend, a worthy Brother Mason and skillful Craftsman.

As a writer he wields a facile pen, and is always instructive and entertaining. For the past sixteen years Bro. M. has been and still is the Masonic editor of the Brooklyn Review, a position filled by him with great ability and unvarying success. His department is replete with sterling editorials, lively gossip of lodges and their doings, pleasant personal and general information. The subject of this notice is of fine presence, genial manners, and courteous discourse; in his walk and conversation, ever commanding that respect which he never fails to extend to his host of friends with the right hand of fellowship.

RT. WOR. REUBEN RILEY, Past Master of Zeredatha Lodge and Past Grand Steward of The Grand Lodge, State of New York.

No man has more zealously guarded the interests of, or has been more faithful to the trusts and responsibilities committed to him in, Zeredatha Lodge, than Bro. Riley. For twenty-three years he has labored to build up and maintain the principles on which the Lodge was founded, and to keep out everything that would disturb the peace and harmony which have continued to prevail since its organization. Bro. Riley was made a Mason in this Lodge in 1865; in 1869 he was taken from the floor and made Senior Warden; was re-elected the following year, and in 1871-2 was its Master. He governed with firmness and dignity and received the hearty support of his brethren. He was made a Royal Arch Mason in Nassau Chapter; dubbed and Knighted in Clinton Commandery No. 14, K. T. In 1878 he sat in the grand Lodge as its Grand Steward, under M.’. W.'. Edward L. Judson. He has been a Director in the Masonic Mutual Relief Association, of Brooklyn, served as its Vice-President one year, and two years as President. He has been continuously in office in this Association for fifteen years.

Bro. Riley was born in Tuckahoe, Westchester County, NY, 25 Oct 1838; received a good public school education; came to New York in 1854; served five years' apprenticeship as machinist and engineer at the machine shop of Henry Esler, in South Brooklyn. In 1863 he was appointed Assistant Engineer U. S. N., and assigned to the U. S. Steamer Honey Suckle, attached to the East Gulf Squadron. He was promoted to Second Assistant Engineer in charge of machinery, on the same vessel, in 1864, in which capacity he served until the close of the war, being honorably discharged, with thanks of the department, Aug. 21, 1865. Soon after his return he started in the general machinery business under the firm name of Riley & Cowley. Continued success has followed his efforts in this as in all other undertakings. He formed a life partnership in 1860 with Miss Amanda Hilliker, of his native village, and is now the father of four children. He is a member of Devon Post 148, G. A. R., of which he has served three years as Chaplain, and is now a delegate to the Memorial Executive Committee, of Kings County; he has also served as a delegate to the State Encampment, and was appointed Aide-de-Camp on the Staff of the Commander-in-Chief of the Grand Army of the Republic. He served on the staff of Department Commander as Assistant Inspector, Dept. N. Y., G. A. R., in 1888; he was elected and installed as Commander of Devin Post No. 148, G. A. R., Dept. N. Y., for the year 1889.

WOR. EDWARD PAYNE, Secretary And Past Master Of Zeredatha Lodge.

Bro. Payne has endeared himself to the brethren of Zeredatha Lodge by many acts of kindness, which have received due recognition and a just appreciation. He was made a Mason in this Lodge in 1869. He served one term as Senior Deacon, and was Senior Warden in 1871 and Master in 1875. At the close of his administration he was presented with an elegant gold watch and chain by his brethren. He was elected Secretary the following year and has since been annually elected to this position. He was exalted in Nassau Chapter 109, R. A. M., in which he has served as Captain of Host, Past Scribe, and Past King.

Bro. Payne is a native of New York City, born 9 Aug1840; received a good public school education; afterwards being associated with his father as an Operative Mason, thus acquiring the practical use of the tools long before he learned their symbolic use in Speculative Masonry. He has been for some years prominently identified with the Democratic party in Brooklyn, taking an active part in the campaigns. He is connected with the office of Commissioner of Jurors. He was married in 1861 to Miss Ella Thomas, of New York City. They have three children. Bro. Payne removed to Brooklyn some twenty-five years ago and has been a resident ever since.

WOR. P. FREDERICK LENHART, Treasurer And Past Master Of Zeredatha Lodge.

Bro. Lenhart will never grow "weary of well-doing." It is almost a quarter of a century since he entered Zeredatha Lodge, and although he has "borne the burden and heat of the day," he is still the same earnest, faithful brother and officer. He entered the Lodge January 16, 1865; was passed February 6,1865, and raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason March 6, 1865. He filled the subordinate offices and in 1873 was elected Junior Warden; Senior Warden in 1874; Master in 1876, and again in 1878. He has been Treasurer of the Lodge for the past ten year. He was exalted a Royal Arch Mason in Nassau Chapter, serving three terms as its High Priest; was dubbed and Knighted in Clinton Commandery, K. T., No. 14; has passed to the Fourteenth Degree in the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Lodge of Perfection, of New York City; crossed the burning sands in Mecca Temple, Nobles of the Mystic Shrine; has been also a member of Steuben Lodge No. 109, I. O. O. F.

Bro. Lenhart was born in Germany, 19 Jun 1842; he crossed the ocean ten years later and settled with his parents in Brooklyn, where he has since resided. His father was a tanner, and he acquired a knowledge of that business from him. He left school at the age of twelve years and became a clerk with Joseph Wolf, New York, with whom he remained seven years. In July, 1861, he enlisted in F Company of the famous 69th Regiment and fought through the most important engagements, among which were Fair Oaks, White Oak Swamp, Garret's Farm, Malvern Hill, Harrison's Landing, South Mountain, Game's Mill, 2d Bull Run, Fredericksburg, Harper's Ferry, Antietam, and Sharpsburg. He was taken sick with typhoid fever in 1864 and discharged on account of physical disability. He returned home and started business in hatters' leathers. Subsequently, he joined Sprague's Battalion of Heavy Artillery of Brooklyn, which was consolidated with the 28th Regiment NYSM. He served at the front with this regiment for 100 days as Orderly Sergeant. On his return from active service he was elected 2d Lieutenant of Company K, 13th Regiment, State Militia, in which capacity he served until 1872, when his term of service expired. He is a member of Winchester Post No. 197, G.A.R. (named after Past Master Salmon Winchester, of Zeredatha Lodge, who was killed in 1862).

Soon after the close of the war he started again in the leather business with $150 capital, saved from his limited army pay. This small capital has been increased to over $100,000; he employs from 100 to 120 hands; fortune has smiled upon him as he justly deserved and given him a great measure of success, but this is due to his own untiring energy and industry.

Bro. Lenhart has been thrice married; his first wife deceased in 1872; second in 1887, leaving four children. In 1888 he married Miss Mary Anna Wahl, of Brooklyn. He is excessively fond of vocal music. He organized the Haydn Mannerchor Singing Society, of Brooklyn, and became its first President. He was also its Secretary and Treasurer for several years.

Grand Lodge Proceedings, 1914. page 14.

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R.'. W.'. P. Frederick Lenhart, Past Grand Steward, and Past Master of Zeredatha Lodge, No. 483, died at Brooklyn, July 25, 1913. Bro. Lenhart was one of the best known Masons in Brooklyn. Funeral services were held on July 27, at his late residence, 578 Greene avenue, and were very largely attended.

WOR. JAMES A. CASSIDY, Past Master Of Zeredatha Lodge.

It is seventeen years since Bro. Cassidy entered Zeredatha Lodge in search of Masonic light, and he has since continued his journey towards the East, reaching next to the highest point attainable in Speculative Masonry. He entered the Lodge in 1871, serving in various capacities until 1877, when he took his seat in the South; he reached the West in 1879; was elected Master in 1883, and again in 1884. He did not lay aside the working tools of the Craft after receiving their honors, but resumed his place among the brethren, assisting and encouraging others to good works. He was exalted in Nassau Chapter No. 109, R. A. M., served as M. of V., and is now King; he entered Brooklyn Council R. & S. M., was Knighted in Clinton Commandery No. 14, K. T., passed to the 32d degree Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, through the Aurora Grata Bodies of Brooklyn, and New York Consistory, crossed the burning sands in Mecca Temple Nobles of the Mystic Shrine; he is Past Noble Grand of Principle Lodge No. 48, I. O. O. F., a member of Bethlehem Encampment No. 10, of the same Order: He is also a member of Franklin Lodge No. 278, of the A. O. U. W. of Brooklyn.

WOR. JOHN BERRIE, Master Of Zeredatha Lodge.

Bro. Berrie has proved himself one of the most devoted and efficient officers that Zeredatha Lodge has ever had. Earnest, warm-hearted and sympathetic, he looks well to the sick and suffering brethren of his Lodge, and ministers faithfully to their wants. He is a man of good administrative ability, and adheres strictly to the ritual in his work. He was first brought to light in this Lodge in 1874; he served as S. M. C., S. D,, and in 1879 took his place in the South for the first time. He was Senior Warden in 1881, and is now serving his second term as Worshipful Master. He was exalted in Nassau Chapter No. 109, R. A. M., serving as Captain of the Host and 1st and 2d Veil. He is a member of Morning Star Council, Royal Arcanum.

Bro. Berrie was born in Brooklyn, 3 Jul 1847. He left school at an early age and learned the business of tinsmith. Steady, honest and upright, persevering in the straightforward course he marked out for himself, his efforts were eventually appreciated, and he was rewarded for his fidelity. Six years ago he was made superintendent of the extensive works of S. A. Ilsley & Co., of Brooklyn, one of the largest houses of its kind in this country. Bro. Berrie was for a number of years a member of the Volunteer Fire Department, and followed the fortunes of Hose Company No. 7. He was married in 1878 to Miss Sarah Morrison, of New Jersey, who deceased in 1883, leaving three daughters, to which he devotes his earnest care and attention. No brother more scrupulously divides the hours of the day into equal parts than does he, and never fails to give a portion to ministering to worthy distressed brethren, as well as to others who have no special claim on his kindness and benevolence.

HENRY R. VAN KEUREN, Senior Warden.

Bro. Van Keuren was made a mason in April, 1885, and, in December following, appointed Senior Deacon, 1886; Junior Warden, 1887; Senior Warden, 1888. He was exalted in Nassau Chapter No. 109, of which he has been Principal Sojourner for the past two years. Bro. Van Keuren was born in Kingston, Ulster Co., 29 Apr 1852. He is at present superintendent of tolls of the New York and Brooklyn Bridge.

JAMES W. BROWNE, Junior Warden.

Bro. Browne belongs to that race of people to whom the world is so largely indebted for the antiquity as well as the symbols of Speculative Masonry, a people who adhere with unyielding pertinacity to their fraternal obligations. His earliest, knowledge of the mysteries of the Craft was acquired in Tompkins Lodge No. 471, of Richmond County, twenty-three years ago. He dimitted from there in 1884 and affiliated with Zeredatha Lodge the same year. His knowledge of the work, and familiarity with the ritual, acquired by long experience, fitted him for that advancement which he had fairly earned as a Craftsman, and in the fall of 1887 he was called to a seat in the South, which he willingly accepted, glad to serve the brethren in any capacity where he could be most useful. He has made equal proficiency in Capitular Masonry, and was exalted in Nassau Chapter No. 109, in 1885. He has already passed through the chairs of the 1st and 3d Veil and is now Captain of the Host; he is also a member of Brooklyn Council No. 4, Royal and Select Masters.

Bro. Browne was born in Scotland, 30 Jun 1832. Having a natural taste and inclination for practical gardening, he has followed that occupation with every success, beginning his apprenticeship in 1847. He came to this country in 1853, and was for some time under instructions of one of the leading landscape gardeners in New York. His knowledge thus acquired has long been put into practical use, and in 1875 he started in business for himself. He has more than a local reputation and enjoys the patronage of many wealthy and prominent citizens in Long Island, Staten Island and New Jersey. In 1855 he took to himself a helpmeet, Miss Mary Ann Jutsum, of Bath, England. They have had five children, four of whom are now living.

STELLA LODGE NO. 485.

The brethren who erected Stella Lodge were men of sterling worth and large-hearted benevolence. They acted on the proverb contained in Holy Writ: "There is that scattereth and yet increaseth; and there is that withholdeth more than is meet, but it tendeth to poverty." They laid broad and deep the foundations, and scattered far and near the seeds of benevolence and charity. As a result the supply has always exceeded the demand, and since 1863 the Lodge has never been without a large balance in the treasury. Extreme care has been used in the selection of "living stones" for the edifice, "so that there was neither hammer nor axe nor any tool of iron heard in the house while it was building." The social and intellectual status has been maintained from the date of its erection to the present time; the cement of brotherly love has united the several parts together in an indissoluble bond, and peace and harmony have been the result.

Stella Lodge grew out of Trowel Lodge No. 14, warranted by St. John's or Atwood Grand Lodge, whose members were afterwards healed and a new Dispensation issued by the Grand Lodge of the State of New York to Wyandank Lodge, July 27, 1859. The petitioning brethren were: Charles W. Willetts, Peter J. Creighton, Jeremiah Box, John R. Weyant, Tunis Tremper, John J. Morris, Isaac Haines, James Patten, James S. Serene, William Parker, W. H. Smith, John H. Buckley, George A. Scales, James W. Flinn, David S. Steward, William E. Quinn, David Smith, Elijah K. Graves, Jeremiah B. Tungney, John H. Mills, Stephen Jessup, A. B. Purdy, Martin H. Beebe, Daniel H. Cleanes, Joshua H. Wells, Abner Beebe. The officers named in the Petition were Charles H. Willetts, Master; Peter J. Creighton, Senior Warden, and Jeremiah Box, Junior Warden. The Lodge continued work, U. D., until the following year, when the name was changed to Stella Lodge, called after the infant child of Bro. Joseph Short, Jr., and was duly instituted under Warrant dated June 16, I860, issued by Most Wor. Grand Master John W. Simons.

The first Communication of the Lodge was held at 40 Court Street; the place of meeting was afterwards changed to the corner of Flatbush Avenue and Fulton Street, where it remained for about a year, and then returned to 40 Court Street, the present place of meeting.

The first candidate initiated, passed and raised after the charter was granted was Thomas J. Atkins. Bro. Joseph Short, Jr., referred to as the father of the child from whom the Lodge derived its present name, was made in Wyandank Lodge, Under Dispensation.

Although the adjoining fee was fixed at $60 when the Lodge was instituted, there was a continued increased in membership for some years in excess of the loss by death, dimission and unaffiliation. Soon after the close of the war the total membership exceeded 300. The adjoining fee was subsequently changed to $40, but the same care and restriction were exercised in regard to the character of its members. In 1864 the total amount received from new members was $2,300.

On June 16, 1864, the Lodge was called to mourn the death of Lieut. Stark H. Woodrow, a brave and accomplished officer, who was killed during the battle of the Wilderness [5 May 1864; 95th NY Infantry; Age, 21 years. Enrolled, 29 Dec 1861, at New York city]. His loss was deeply deplored, and resolutions expressive of the sentiments of the Lodge at the sad event, were adopted and spread on the minutes. [He was also referred to Stark W. Woodrow in some records.]

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Notwithstanding the large annual donations to worthy and distressed brethren of this and other Lodges, a large balance remained on hand at the close of each year. In December, 1865, there was a balance on hand of $3,700, and in December, 1868, $4,077.27. For several years the donations exceeded $3,000 a year. The orphans of Wor. Bro. Winchester, a member of Zeredatha Lodge, killed in the early part of the war, were liberally provided for by this Lodge; annual donations of from $200 to $300 were given for some years in aid of this worthy object. On March 8, 1866, Bro. James Carpenter, of Zeredatha Lodge, presented this Lodge with a large photograph likeness of Bro. Winchester.

On May 9, 1867, the Lodge, by resolution, renewed the old, time-honored masonic custom by arranging for the celebration of the approaching St. John's Day. More than thirty years had elapsed since this day had been celebrated to any extent by the Fraternity. Union Lodge No. 121, of Philadelphia, and many distinguished brethren, both at home and abroad, were invited to participate. They met at the Mansion House, Brooklyn, where a grand collation was served, with the usual accompaniments, viz., the "feast of reason and flow of soul," served up in "due and ancient form."

On November 29, 1867, the Lodge gave a concert at Plymouth church in aid of the Masonic Board of Eelief, Western District. Madame Parepa Rosa and other distinguished artists sang on that occasion. The house was packed with an intelligent and appreciative audience, in which the Fraternity was well represented. The net receipts amounted to $801.41.

On February 6, 1868, a communication was received relative to the death of Bro. [Capt. Benjamin C.]Townsend [15 Nov 1827-2 Dec 1867] of this Lodge, who was drowned on the passage from Liverpool to New York, by the sinking of the bark "Guardian Angel," about three miles off the coast of Wales, during a terrific gale [2 Dec 1867]. All hands were swept overboard, and Bro. Townsend was last seen clinging to a spar [His remains were recovered and interred in the Cemetery at Pensarn, Abergele, Wales]. A Committeewas appointed by the Lodge to drait suitable resolutions, which were spread in full upon the minutes. The widow and orphans of the unfortunate brother were liberally provided for by the Lodge.
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A gravestone to Benjamin C Townsend (1827-67) of Providence, Rhode Island, which is in the churchyard of the town of Abergele in north Wales, UK. He was Master of a ship Guardian Angel which was wrecked off the north Wales coast in 2 Dec 1867. His body was washed ashore and buried at Abergele. He was a son of Captain William Hubbard Townsend (1802-1880) and Maria Ann Comstock (1805-1871 ) who are buried in North Burial Ground, Providence. William Hubbard Townsend was a son of Solomon Townsend and Amelia Hubbard. Benjamin C Townsend left a wife [Abbie B. Gardner; d. 13 Jan 1919] and 2 children, according to the gravestone. One child was Minnie C Townsend (who is also buried in North Burial ground). An inscription to Benjamin has also been recorded in North Burial ground.

In the efforts made by the Grand Lodge in 1872 for the framing of a new Constitution, Stella Lodge, through its representative, Wor. Bro. Joseph Short, Jr., bore a conspicuous part. He was elected to represent the Third Masonic District at the Syracuse Convention, which framed the Constitution, afterwards submitted to the several Lodges throughout the State. Through his efforts local conventions were held in the Third Masonic District to discuss the proposed amendments and suggest other changes; and to the efforts of Stella and Joppa Lodges, mainly through the instrumentality of Bros. Short and Couch, the present Constitution owes its existence.

While Stella Lodge was never in sympathy with the plans and movements connected with the Hall and Asylum Fund, she was prompt in responding to the appeals of the Grand Master for financial aid in liquidating the enormous debt, and was among the first to pay the entire amount of her per capita tax.

Stella Lodge has never failed to recognize in a substantial manner the distinguished services of those who have proved worthy of her confidence and esteem. When, in 1876, Wor. Bro. Short received the appointment of District Deputy Grand Master, he was presented with an elegant jewel and apron, emblematic of his official position. Others have also received testimonials of the confidence and esteem of their brethren of this Lodge. Wor. Bro. Henderson, the present Master, was presented on a recent occasion with an elegant gold watch and chain. The total amount contributed by the Lodge and its members for benevolent purposes since its organization, would doubtless aggregate from $30,000 to $40,000. Its present condition, in point of intelligence, ability and financial strength, is no doubt fully equal to that of any Lodge in the State. The Annual Report of the Grand Lodge in June, 1888, showed the total membership to be 154.

Senior Warden.—Peter J. Creighton, 1859-60; Isaac Haines, 1831-2; Joseph Short, Jr., 1863; Benj. W. Palmer, 1864; Edward H. Craige, 1865; Benj. W. Palmer, 1866; Robert Van Voorhis, 1867; Thomas Brasier, 1868; John H. Rhodes, 1869; Jacob M. Hopper, 1870-71; Fred. F. Phillips, 1872; Fred. E. Edgar, 1873; Jacob Steiner, Jr., 1874; Daniel J. Quinn, 1875-6; Leander S. Risley, 1877-8-9; Benj. R. Western, 1880; Joseph P. Abel, 1881; John Maguire, 1882-3; F. L. Jenkins, 1884; F. S. Henderson, 1885, F. L. Jenkins, 1886-7-8-9.

Junior Warden.—Jeremiah Box, 1859-60; John H. Miller, 1861; Joseph Short, Jr., 1862; Edward Bales, 1863; Edward H. Craige, 1S64; Robert Van Voorhis, 1865; Richard C. Gurney, 1866; Leonard M. Bergen, 1867; H. W. Hayward, 1868; Edwin Gates, 1869; J. M. Champney, 1870; Charles A. Sterling, 1871; Fred. E. Edgar, 1872; Jacob Steiner, Jr., 1873; Wm. H. Goff, 1874; John Maguire, 1875; Thomas Stratford, 1876; Wm. H. Slater, 1877-8; Joseph P. Abel, 1879-80; Chas. A. Stanley, 1881; Aaron H. King, 1882; F. L. Jenkins, 1883; F. S. Henderson, 1884; John R. Tredsedder, 1885; Joseph E. Carson, 1886-7-8.

Treasurer.—John H. Rhodes, 1861; Henry S. Young, 1862; Chas. M. Pellitreau, 1863-70; Chas W. Willets, 1871; James H. Hopper. 1870-87; Jacob Steiner, 1888.

Secretary.—E. W. Eabs, 1861-2; James Heppenstall, 1863-4; Geo. H. Cowpland, 1865; John A. Williamson, 1866; Chas. A. Willetts, 1867; Daniel Grant, 1868-88.

BIOGRAPHICAL.

Any omissions of biographical sketches of members is owing to the fact that the sketches were not returned.

R.’. W.’. JOSEPH SHORT, Past Master of Stella Lodge, and Past District Deputy Grand Master of The Third Masonic District.

Right Wor. Bro. Short is the godfather of Stella Lodge, he having named it from his infant child at the suggestion of his brethren, in place of the name of

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