and there are still a few old Lodges which continue to use them, instead of the modern jewel. Now this jewel is far more appropriate to the Deacons than is a dove. A dove is the emblem of peace and a carrier pigeon bears messages, but neither of these birds do all the work of the...
Interestingly enough, it was also popular for lodges or cabins. When we consider Perry’s penchant for fishing etc., it fits that aspect of his personality, too. In either case, high-end or lodge, it is appropriate material for Perry’s office. It’s described as having “character,” ...
recorded in the lodge register. Those lodges which admitted non-operative masons extended the practice to them. When English-style speculative Masonry became popular in the 18th century, various ‘Mark’ degrees were developed, including: Mark Mason, Mark Fellow Mason, Mark Master; Ark, Mark and...