http://www.masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=Germania&feed=atom&action=historyGermania - Revision history2024-03-29T15:39:45ZRevision history for this page on the wikiMediaWiki 1.23.0-rc.1http://www.masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=Germania&diff=59070&oldid=prevHotc1733: /* INSTALLATION AND 68TH ANNIVERSARY, JANUARY 1922 */2016-04-27T12:26:45Z<p><span dir="auto"><span class="autocomment">INSTALLATION AND 68TH ANNIVERSARY, JANUARY 1922</span></span></p>
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Basch, the oldest living master of the lodge as chairman, to retire and escort the grand master into the hall. On returning the worshipful master extended a most hearty welcome to the grand master, to M. W. Leon M. Abbott, Rt. Wor. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=MAGLEWest Edward N. West], Sr. G. W., Rt. Wor. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=MAGLFTaylor Frank T. Taylor], Jr. G. W., Rt. Wor. Joseph T. Paul, D. D. G. M., and other distinguished guests accompanying him. At 7.45 an excellent banquet was served which was in charge of Wor. Leo Robinson as toastmaster, who acquitted himself admirably. Music was by the American Ladies' Orchestra, which gave a fine concert during the banquet and responded liberally to encores. The toastmaster introduced M. W. Grand Master Arthur D. Prince and M. W. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=GMLAbbott Leon M. Abbott] as the speakers of the evening. As each arose, every one present, rising, greeted these distinguished brethren with loud applause and the address of each was replete with wit, humor and information. The party next proceeded to Gothic Hall where dancing was enjoyed until 12 o'clock. The arrangements for this celebration were made by Wor. Julius Kreidel, Bro. Sr. W., Bro. erman Loewenberg, Bro. Jr. W. Erhardt Schatz, Wor. Jacob Milch,    Wor. Charles Thomann, and Wor. Leo Robinson, and they are entitled to credit for the celebration was one never to be forgotten. Wor. Paul G. Coblenzer had charge of arrangements in the banquet hall, and his efforts to please were successful, for seats were reserved for all and promptly filled.</div></td><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f9f9f9; color: #333333; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #e6e6e6; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>Germania Lodge held a Ladies' Night on January 26th ult. and, as usual, it was a success. It was the celebration of the 66th anniversary of the lodge. From 6.30 to 7 there was an organ recital by Bro. R. Franz Reissmann, followed by the entrance of the officers of the lodge. R. W. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=MAGLFDobson Frank Dobson], Grand Marshal, announced that M. W. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=GMPrince Arthur D. Prince], Grand Master of Masons in Massachusetts, was in an adjoining apartment, for the purpose of paying a social visit to the lodge. W. M. Julius Kriedel appointed a committee with Wor. Nathan B. Basch, the oldest living master of the lodge as chairman, to retire and escort the grand master into the hall. On returning the worshipful master extended a most hearty welcome to the grand master, to M. W. Leon M. Abbott, Rt. Wor. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=MAGLEWest Edward N. West], Sr. G. W., Rt. Wor. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=MAGLFTaylor Frank T. Taylor], Jr. G. W., Rt. Wor. Joseph T. Paul, D. D. G. M., and other distinguished guests accompanying him. At 7.45 an excellent banquet was served which was in charge of Wor. Leo Robinson as toastmaster, who acquitted himself admirably. Music was by the American Ladies' Orchestra, which gave a fine concert during the banquet and responded liberally to encores. The toastmaster introduced M. W. Grand Master Arthur D. Prince and M. W. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=GMLAbbott Leon M. Abbott] as the speakers of the evening. As each arose, every one present, rising, greeted these distinguished brethren with loud applause and the address of each was replete with wit, humor and information. The party next proceeded to Gothic Hall where dancing was enjoyed until 12 o'clock. The arrangements for this celebration were made by Wor. Julius Kreidel, Bro. Sr. W., Bro. erman Loewenberg, Bro. Jr. W. Erhardt Schatz, Wor. Jacob Milch,    Wor. Charles Thomann, and Wor. Leo Robinson, and they are entitled to credit for the celebration was one never to be forgotten. Wor. Paul G. Coblenzer had charge of arrangements in the banquet hall, and his efforts to please were successful, for seats were reserved for all and promptly filled.</div></td></tr>
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<tr><td colspan="2"> </td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color:black; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div><ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">Germania Lodge celebrated its 68th anniversary at Masonic Temple, Boston, January 23, with a "Ladies' Night." The exercises consisted of public installation of officers, banquet and dancing. Corinthian Hall, where the installation was conducted by Rt. Wor. Samuel Hauser, was filled to overflowing by members, their ladies and guests. An organ recital was given from 6 to 7, by Bro. Robert Franz Reissmann. Later the officers entered and were escorted to the respective stations. Wor. Herman Loewenberg, master, extended a cordial welcome to all in a neat speech; Rt. Wor. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=MAGLFDobson Frank W. Dobson], Grand Marshal, announced the presence of Most Wor. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=GMPrince Arthur D. Prince], grand master, for the purpose of paying the lodge a fraternal visit. A committee of past masters retired and escorted the grand master into the hall. The grand master was heartily welcomed. The grand master was accompanied by Most Wor. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=GMLAbbott Leon M. Abbott], Rt. Wor. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=MAGLFHamilton Frederick W. Hamilton], and Rt. Wor. William W. Brooks. Rt. Wor. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=MAGLSHauser Samuel Hauser] was then introduced and proceeded to install the officers elected and appointed. He was assisted by Wor. Leo Robinson as marshal.</ins></div></td></tr>
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</table>Hotc1733http://www.masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=Germania&diff=56901&oldid=prevHotc1733: /* VISITS BY GRAND MASTER */2015-09-23T20:50:03Z<p><span dir="auto"><span class="autocomment">VISITS BY GRAND MASTER</span></span></p>
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</table>Hotc1733http://www.masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=Germania&diff=56900&oldid=prevHotc1733: /* 66TH ANNIVERSARY, JANUARY 1920 */2015-09-23T20:49:31Z<p><span dir="auto"><span class="autocomment">66TH ANNIVERSARY, JANUARY 1920</span></span></p>
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<tr><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f9f9f9; color: #333333; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #e6e6e6; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>Germania Lodge held a Ladies' Night on January 26th ult. and, as usual, it was a success. It was the celebration of the 66th anniversary of the lodge. From 6.30 to 7 there was an organ recital by Bro. R. Franz Reissmann, followed by the entrance of the officers of the lodge. R. W. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=MAGLFDobson Frank Dobson], Grand Marshal, announced that M. W. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=GMPrince Arthur D. Prince], Grand Master of Masons in Massachusetts, was in an adjoining apartment, for the purpose of paying a social visit to the lodge. W. M. Julius Kriedel appointed a committee with Wor. Nathan B. Basch, the oldest living master of the lodge as chairman, to retire and escort the grand master into the hall. On returning the worshipful master extended a most hearty welcome to the grand master, to M. W. Leon M. Abbott, Rt. Wor. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=MAGLEWest Edward N. West], Sr. G. W., Rt. Wor. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=MAGLFTaylor Frank T. Taylor], Jr. G. W., Rt. Wor. Joseph T. Paul, D. D. G. M., and other distinguished guests accompanying him. At 7.45 an excellent banquet was served which was in charge of Wor. Leo Robinson as toastmaster, who acquitted himself admirably. Music was by the American Ladies' Orchestra, which gave a fine concert during the banquet and responded liberally to encores. The toastmaster introduced M. W. Grand Master Arthur D. Prince and M. W. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=GMLAbbott Leon M. Abbott] as the speakers of the evening. As each arose, every one present, rising, greeted these distinguished brethren with loud applause and the address of each was replete with wit, humor and information. The party next proceeded to Gothic Hall where dancing was enjoyed until 12 o'clock. The arrangements for this celebration were made by Wor. Julius Kreidel, Bro. Sr. W., Bro. erman Loewenberg, Bro. Jr. W. Erhardt Schatz, Wor. Jacob Milch,    Wor. Charles Thomann, and Wor. Leo Robinson, and they are entitled to credit for the celebration was one never to be forgotten. Wor. Paul G. Coblenzer had charge of arrangements in the banquet hall, and his efforts to please were successful, for seats were reserved for all and promptly filled.</div></td><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f9f9f9; color: #333333; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #e6e6e6; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>Germania Lodge held a Ladies' Night on January 26th ult. and, as usual, it was a success. It was the celebration of the 66th anniversary of the lodge. From 6.30 to 7 there was an organ recital by Bro. R. Franz Reissmann, followed by the entrance of the officers of the lodge. R. W. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=MAGLFDobson Frank Dobson], Grand Marshal, announced that M. W. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=GMPrince Arthur D. Prince], Grand Master of Masons in Massachusetts, was in an adjoining apartment, for the purpose of paying a social visit to the lodge. W. M. Julius Kriedel appointed a committee with Wor. Nathan B. Basch, the oldest living master of the lodge as chairman, to retire and escort the grand master into the hall. On returning the worshipful master extended a most hearty welcome to the grand master, to M. W. Leon M. Abbott, Rt. Wor. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=MAGLEWest Edward N. West], Sr. G. W., Rt. Wor. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=MAGLFTaylor Frank T. Taylor], Jr. G. W., Rt. Wor. Joseph T. Paul, D. D. G. M., and other distinguished guests accompanying him. At 7.45 an excellent banquet was served which was in charge of Wor. Leo Robinson as toastmaster, who acquitted himself admirably. Music was by the American Ladies' Orchestra, which gave a fine concert during the banquet and responded liberally to encores. The toastmaster introduced M. W. Grand Master Arthur D. Prince and M. W. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=GMLAbbott Leon M. Abbott] as the speakers of the evening. As each arose, every one present, rising, greeted these distinguished brethren with loud applause and the address of each was replete with wit, humor and information. The party next proceeded to Gothic Hall where dancing was enjoyed until 12 o'clock. The arrangements for this celebration were made by Wor. Julius Kreidel, Bro. Sr. W., Bro. erman Loewenberg, Bro. Jr. W. Erhardt Schatz, Wor. Jacob Milch,    Wor. Charles Thomann, and Wor. Leo Robinson, and they are entitled to credit for the celebration was one never to be forgotten. Wor. Paul G. Coblenzer had charge of arrangements in the banquet hall, and his efforts to please were successful, for seats were reserved for all and promptly filled.</div></td></tr>
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<tr><td colspan="2"> </td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color:black; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div><ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">Germania Lodge held a Ladies' Night on January 26th ult. and, as usual, it was a success. It was the celebration of the 66th anniversary of the lodge. From 6.30 to 7 there was an organ recital by Bro. R. Franz Reissmann, followed by the entrance of the officers of the lodge. R. W. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=MAGLFDobson Frank Dobson], Grand Marshal, announced that M. W. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=GMPrince Arthur D. Prince], Grand Master of Masons in Massachusetts, was in an adjoining apartment, for the purpose of paying a social visit to the lodge. W. M. Julius Kriedel appointed a committee with Wor. Nathan B. Basch, the oldest living master of the lodge as chairman, to retire and escort the grand master into the hall. On returning the worshipful master extended a most hearty welcome to the grand master, to M. W. Leon M. Abbott, Rt. Wor. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=MAGLEWest Edward N. West], Sr. G. W., Rt. Wor. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=MAGLFTaylor Frank T. Taylor], Jr. G. W., Rt. Wor. Joseph T. Paul, D. D. G. M., and other distinguished guests accompanying him. At 7.45 an excellent banquet was served which was in charge of Wor. Leo Robinson as toastmaster, who acquitted himself admirably. Music was by the American Ladies' Orchestra, which gave a fine concert during the banquet and responded liberally to encores. The toastmaster introduced M. W. Grand Master Arthur D. Prince and M. W. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=GMLAbbott Leon M. Abbott] as the speakers of the evening. As each arose, every one present, rising, greeted these distinguished brethren with loud applause and the address of each was replete with wit, humor and information. The party next proceeded to Gothic Hall where dancing was enjoyed until 12 o'clock. The arrangements for this celebration were made by Wor. Julius Kreidel, Bro. Sr. W., Bro. erman Loewenberg, Bro. Jr. W. Erhardt Schatz, Wor. Jacob Milch,    Wor. Charles Thomann, and Wor. Leo Robinson, and they are entitled to credit for the celebration was one never to be forgotten. Wor. Paul G. Coblenzer had charge of arrangements in the banquet hall, and his efforts to please were successful, for seats were reserved for all and promptly filled.</ins></div></td></tr>
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</table>Hotc1733http://www.masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=Germania&diff=56883&oldid=prevHotc1733: /* 65TH ANNIVERSARY, JANUARY 1919 */2015-09-21T17:08:51Z<p><span dir="auto"><span class="autocomment">65TH ANNIVERSARY, JANUARY 1919</span></span></p>
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<tr><td colspan="2"> </td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color:black; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div><ins class="diffchange diffchange-inline">Some four hundred brethren attended the regular communication of Germania Lodge, March 24th inst. The exercises were very interesting. The lodge was opened at 3.30 P. M. and five candidates were passed to the Fellow Craft degree. At 4.45 the first section of the M. M. degree was conferred on five candidates. One hundred and twenty-five brethren, who are associated with the Boston Elevated Railway Co., paid a social and fraternal visit to the lodge in honor of Wor. Master Julius Kreidel, who lor nineteen years has been and still is in charge of the roofing division of that corporation. </ins></div></td></tr>
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<tr><td colspan="2"> </td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color:black; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div><ins class="diffchange diffchange-inline">At 8.30 the degree staff of the Boston Elevated Railway Masonic Association were invited to take the several stations and assist the W. M. in the work. The stations were occupied by the following named brethren: W M W. D. Bennett, P. M. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=KingSolomon King Solomon], Somerville; S W Owen A. Jackson, P. M. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=Rabboni Rabboni], Dorchester; S D C. T. Fernald, J. W. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=Wyoming Wyoming], Melrose; J D J. P. Boyden, [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=BethHoron Beth-horon], Brookline; S S E. R. Olin, [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=Columbian Columbian], Boston; J S Chas. Libby, J. S. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=MassachusettsLodge Mass. Lodge], Boston; I. S. G. R. Sawin, [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=Palestine Palestine], Everett; So. Gt. E. L. Lockman, [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=LafayetteR Lafayette], Roxbury; W. Gt. J. Kreidel, W. M. Germania, Boston.</ins></div></td></tr>
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<tr><td colspan="2"> </td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color:black; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div><ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">The banquet ended, the toastmaster introduced the Grand Master as the first speaker and all rising gave the distinguished guest a royal reception. The Grand Master spoke of the loyalty which Germania Lodge, at all times, had shown, promptly responding to and even anticipating calls made upon them and that the lodge was one of the first to contribute a generous amount to the War Relief Fund. Grand Master Abbott has a warm place in the hearts of the members of Germania Lodge and, as a token of their love and esteem he was presented recently with a beautiful cane by Germania Lodge. The next speaker introduced was Rt. Wor. Frederick W. Hamilton who kept his audience in fine humor with a witty speech. He also was accorded a hearty greeting receiving loud and continued applause. The toastmaster then introduced the Grand Marshal Rt. Wor. Edward N. West, who is very popular with the members of Germania Lodge and his speech was well received. The party next proceeded to Gothic Hall where danc-</ins></div></td></tr>
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<tr><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f9f9f9; color: #333333; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #e6e6e6; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>The regular Communication held March 2S, 1904, was a memorable one. Every seat in Corinthian Hall was filled and extra chairs had to be brought in and were occupied. Brother John L. Bates, Governor of the Commonwealth of Masachusetts. Brother Curtis Guild, Lieutenant Governor and soon after Governor, and thirty members of the State Legislature were guests of the Lodge. Brother Curtis Guild surprised the Brethren by assisting the Worshipful Master in the Work in the German language.</div></td><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f9f9f9; color: #333333; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #e6e6e6; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>The regular Communication held March 2S, 1904, was a memorable one. Every seat in Corinthian Hall was filled and extra chairs had to be brought in and were occupied. Brother John L. Bates, Governor of the Commonwealth of Masachusetts. Brother Curtis Guild, Lieutenant Governor and soon after Governor, and thirty members of the State Legislature were guests of the Lodge. Brother Curtis Guild surprised the Brethren by assisting the Worshipful Master in the Work in the German language.</div></td></tr>
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<tr><td class='diff-marker'>−</td><td style="color:black; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #ffe49c; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>The <del class="diffchange diffchange-inline">fouith </del>and final toast was: "To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Massachusetts." When Most Wor. Grand Master Leon M. Abbott arose to respond, all present, rising, cheered and cheered until the signal to be seated was given. The Grand Master's speech was eloquent. He congratulated the Lodge on the success it had achieved, said that the Lodge enjoyed an excellent reputation in the fraternity and he wished the Ledge continued prosperity. He said that he had been the guest of Germanda Lodge on similar occasions and always enjoyed a pleasant evening. When the Grand Master concluded he was again cheered and applauded. The ''Star Spangled Banner'' and the ''Wacht am Rhein'' were sung after which there was dancing in Gothic Hall. A very interesting feature was the "Exhibition Dancing" given by Prof. Otto P. C. Heinemann and Mrs. Heinemann. Bro. Heinemann was Floor Director and Bro. Leon Newman and Bro. Wm. Deisinger, assistants. All who participated were loud in their praises of the manner in which the arrangements were made and carried out by the committee and pronounced the celebration the best which the Lodge ever held.</div></td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color:black; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>The <ins class="diffchange diffchange-inline">fourth </ins>and final toast was: "To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Massachusetts." When Most Wor. Grand Master Leon M. Abbott arose to respond, all present, rising, cheered and cheered until the signal to be seated was given. The Grand Master's speech was eloquent. He congratulated the Lodge on the success it had achieved, said that the Lodge enjoyed an excellent reputation in the fraternity and he wished the Ledge continued prosperity. He said that he had been the guest of Germanda Lodge on similar occasions and always enjoyed a pleasant evening. When the Grand Master concluded he was again cheered and applauded. The ''Star Spangled Banner'' and the ''Wacht am Rhein'' were sung after which there was dancing in Gothic Hall. A very interesting feature was the "Exhibition Dancing" given by Prof. Otto P. C. Heinemann and Mrs. Heinemann. Bro. Heinemann was Floor Director and Bro. Leon Newman and Bro. Wm. Deisinger, assistants. All who participated were loud in their praises of the manner in which the arrangements were made and carried out by the committee and pronounced the celebration the best which the Lodge ever held<ins class="diffchange diffchange-inline">.</ins></div></td></tr>
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<tr><td colspan="2"> </td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color:black; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div><ins class="diffchange diffchange-inline">Germania Lodge, since it received its Charter on January 22, 1855, transacting its business and conferring the degrees in the German language, conducted the business meeting at the regular communication on March 25th, in the English language for the first time. This change was brought about, after an interview which Most Wor. Grand Master [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=GMLAbbott Leon M. Abbott] had with Wor. Leo Robinson, Master of the Lodge. Visiting Brethren were permitted, and hereafter will be permitted to be present, during the business meeting of the lodge, and this course will be pursued during the duration of the war.</ins></div></td></tr>
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<tr><td colspan="2"> </td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color:black; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div><ins class="diffchange diffchange-inline">He was initiated in Germania Lodge January 29th, received the F. C. degree in [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=CalebButler Caleb Butler] Lodge, Ayer, March 22d and was to receive the M. M. degree at this Communication. On Saturday, March 23d, this young man was instantly killed in an automobile accident. He was a young man respected and well liked by his superior officers and comrades. He was betrothed to the daughter of Bro. Julius Kreidel, Senior Warden of Germania Lodge, who spoke feelingly of this sad accident.</ins></div></td></tr>
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<tr><td colspan="2"> </td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color:black; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div><ins class="diffchange diffchange-inline">The address of welcome by Wor. Master Leo Robinson to the M. W. Grand Master and his suite who were present, will long be remembered by all who heard it. He greeted him with the words of the national anthem and said: "with these words, Germania Lodge with its conceded loyalty to our country, to the Grand Lodge and to the Most Wor. Grand Master, welcomes you and I trust that your visit this evening will be as pleasant to you as it certainly is to all of us." The Grand Master responded in his own inimitable manner and recalled with pleasure, other occasions when he was a guest of the lodge and always enjoyed the exercises of the evening.</ins></div></td></tr>
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<tr><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f9f9f9; color: #333333; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #e6e6e6; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>No body of Masons know better how to have a good time than the brethren of Germania Lodge, Boston. Whenever there is an opportunity for sociability and fraternal association they improve it to the utmost, but always in a sensible and intelligent manner. Their last meeting, Monday, January 27, was the time designated for the installation of the officers and it was made an occasion for welcoming their ladies. Music, banquet and dancing were the social features of the event and each was most heartily enjoyed. The ceremonies began with a delightful orchestral concert and singing by a male quartet. Next the officers of the lodge assumed their stations and Past District Deputy Grand Master [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=MAGLSHauser Samuel Hauser] with his Marshal, Past Master Julius A. Zinn. the installing officers of the occasion, were introduced. When these brethren had been received Most Worshipful [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=GMBlake J. Albert Blake], Grand Master, was welcomed by the Worshipful Master.</div></td><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f9f9f9; color: #333333; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #e6e6e6; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>No body of Masons know better how to have a good time than the brethren of Germania Lodge, Boston. Whenever there is an opportunity for sociability and fraternal association they improve it to the utmost, but always in a sensible and intelligent manner. Their last meeting, Monday, January 27, was the time designated for the installation of the officers and it was made an occasion for welcoming their ladies. Music, banquet and dancing were the social features of the event and each was most heartily enjoyed. The ceremonies began with a delightful orchestral concert and singing by a male quartet. Next the officers of the lodge assumed their stations and Past District Deputy Grand Master [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=MAGLSHauser Samuel Hauser] with his Marshal, Past Master Julius A. Zinn. the installing officers of the occasion, were introduced. When these brethren had been received Most Worshipful [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=GMBlake J. Albert Blake], Grand Master, was welcomed by the Worshipful Master.</div></td></tr>
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<tr><td colspan="2"> </td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color:black; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div><ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">Germania Lodge, for many years past, annually celebrated its anniversary by holding a "Ladies' Night" and which is always well attended. The Lodge was instituted January 22nd, 1854 and has become strong and influential. It is the only Lodge of the 262 Lodges which compose this Grand Jurisdiction, that works and transacts its business in a foreign language. On Monday, January 22nd, ult., Germania celebrated its 62d birthday and 450 participated. The members with their ladies and guests began to assemble at 6 o'clock. An organ recital was given by Pro. R. F. Reismann, the organist of the lodge, until 7.15, when the officers of the Lodge entered. Worshipful Master Leo Robinson extended a hearty welcome to all. Rt. Wor. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=MAGLEWest Edward N. West], Grand Marshal, appeared and announced that Most Wor. Grand Master [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=GMLAbbott Leon M. Abbott] was in an adjoining apartment and awaited the pleasure of the Lodge. The Master appointed a committee consisting of the Past Masters of the Lodge and the presiding Masters present to wait upon and escort the Grand Master. The committee returned with the distinguished guest. Wor. Master Robinson extended to him a most cordial and fraternal welcome, to which the Grand Master replied and introduced the Grand officers who accompanied him.</ins></div></td></tr>
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<tr><td colspan="2"> </td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color:black; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div><ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">Master Carl Bensinger, son of Bro. Edward Bensinger, the Junior Warden, who though young in years, already enjoys a fine reputation as a pianist, played beautiful selections and well deserved the applause which was given. A procession was then formed, led by Wor. Master Robinson, and Mrs. Robinson and proceeded to the banquet hall. An. excellent musical programme was rendered during the banquet, the selections were beautifully rendered by an orchestra composed of ladies, who were highly and justly praised for their fine work. When the banquet was drawing to a close, Wor. Master Robinson requested all present to remain while four toasts would be offered and responded to. </ins></div></td></tr>
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<tr><td colspan="2"> </td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color:black; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div><ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">Wor. Master Robinson proposed as the first toast: "Germania Lodge and its Past Masters." He introduced Rt. Wor. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=MAGLSHauser Samuel Hauser] and said that Bro. Hauser had held the office of District Deputy Grand Master, was elected Sr. Grand Warden of the Grand Lodge, and is the only member of Germania Lodge who is a permanent member of the Grand Lodge of Mass. Rt. Wor. Brother Hauser responded, his speech was well received and applauded. </ins></div></td></tr>
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<tr><td colspan="2"> </td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color:black; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div><ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">The second toast was "To our Sister Lodges that meet in this Temple." The toastmaster said we have heard from the East and from "West" and that North would now be heard. Rt. Wor. Howard M. North, D. D. G. M. of the [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=MABoston1_1911-1926 First District] responded in a happy vein and caused much merriment when he narrated his experiences while visiting Germany. </ins></div></td></tr>
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<tr><td colspan="2"> </td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color:black; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div><ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">The third toast was: "To our Rt. Wor. Grand Secretary," and was responded to by Rt. Wor. [http://masonicgenealogy.com/MediaWiki/index.php?title=MAGLFHamilton Frederick W. Hamilton] in a fine speech which was loudly applauded. </ins></div></td></tr>
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<tr><td colspan="2"> </td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color:black; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div><ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">The fouith and final toast was: "To the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Massachusetts." When Most Wor. Grand Master Leon M. Abbott arose to respond, all present, rising, cheered and cheered until the signal to be seated was given. The Grand Master's speech was eloquent. He congratulated the Lodge on the success it had achieved, said that the Lodge enjoyed an excellent reputation in the fraternity and he wished the Ledge continued prosperity. He said that he had been the guest of Germanda Lodge on similar occasions and always enjoyed a pleasant evening. When the Grand Master concluded he was again cheered and applauded. The ''Star Spangled Banner'' and the ''Wacht am Rhein'' were sung after which there was dancing in Gothic Hall. A very interesting feature was the "Exhibition Dancing" given by Prof. Otto P. C. Heinemann and Mrs. Heinemann. Bro. Heinemann was Floor Director and Bro. Leon Newman and Bro. Wm. Deisinger, assistants. All who participated were loud in their praises of the manner in which the arrangements were made and carried out by the committee and pronounced the celebration the best which the Lodge ever held.</ins></div></td></tr>
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