Charles B Cleland E Lagrange Smith (2 results)

Softcover. Condition: Good. Frontis leaf is missing paper from the upper spine corner where it adhered to the inside of the front cover. Two arithmetic problems (relating to year ranges) worked out on upper margins of pages. ; Approx. 4 1/2" wide by 6 3/4". Contents include biographical sketches of past and present members, arranged in the chronological order of their membership. ; 104 + ads pages.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This late 19th-century book tells the story of Olive Branch Lodge, the first Masonic Lodge in Central New York State. With its origins in the era of westward expansion in the early 1800s, the Lodge played a pivotal role in the community's social and civic development. The book provides a detailed history of the Lodge's founding, its early struggles, and its eventual rise to prominence, along with biographical sketches of its notable members. The author delves into the principles and practices of Freemasonry, exploring the Lodge's role in promoting ethical conduct, supporting education, and fostering a spirit of brotherhood. Ultimately, this book offers a fascinating glimpse into the evolution of an institution that has left a lasting legacy on the region. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…