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LAW, EDWARD MORRIS 1870-1944

From Proceedings, Page 1944-204:

Brother Law was born in Provincetown, Massachusetts, on May 15, 1870, and died in Rockport, Massachusetts, on September 14, 1944.

His business activity was in plumbing and heating contracting, he having been president of L. E. Smith, Inc. of Rockport for many years, and until the time of his sudden death.

He was raised in Ashler Lodge of Rockport on May 7, 1906, and served as its Master in 1919 and 1920.

He served as District Deputy Grand Master of the (Gloucester) 9th Masonic District in 1930 and 1931, by appointment of Most Worshipful Herbert W. Dean, Grand Master.

Quiet and unassuming, his interest in the welfare of his fellowman, coupled with a willingness to serve, earned for him the affection and respect of all with whom he came in contact. His sudden death by a heart attack, while driving his automobile, was a great shock to a host of friends who had no suspicion of his ailment.

He was buried in Provincetown, after funeral services at the Rockport Methodist Church on Sunday, September 17th.

"To die is landing on some siient shore,
Where billows never break nor tempests roar;
Ere well we feel the friendly stroke, 'tis o'er."

LAWRENCE, AMOS A. 1847-1906

From Proceedings, Page 1907-18:

W. Amos A. Lawrence, one of the most prominent residents of the South Shore, died at his residence iri Cohassetr Dec, 23, 1906. He was born in Cohasset Nov. 8, 1842. He was very active in the public concerns of his native town, representing Cohasset in the Legislature of 1894 and 1895, and the First Plymouth District in the State Senate of 1900 and 1901. He was a Past Master of Konohassett Lodge; a member of De Molay Commandery, Knights Templars, and was District Deputy Grand Master of tbe Twenty-fifth Masonic District in 1894 and 1895. He was very charitable and philanthropic and was deeply interested in the welfare of Konohassett Lodge.

LEAVITT, WILLIAM 1801-1883

From Proceedings, Page 1883-223:

Bro. WILLIAM LEAVITT was born in Hingham, April 15, 1801, was admitted into Essex Lodge, May 1, 1827, and died in Salem, September 3, 1883, in the eighty-third year of his age. He was elected Secretary of Essex Lodge, December 6, 1831, and was the historian of the Lodge. He was a learned and accomplished teacher, greatly beloved for the purity of his character and the sweetness of his spirit. He was a most loyal Mason, and his wisdom in counsel, and steadfastness under every trial, were a stay to the Institution in the dark days of Masonry in Salem.

A signer of the Declaration of 1831.

LETCHWORTH, SIR EDWARD 1833-1917

From Proceedings, Page 1917-286:

R.W. Sir Edward Letchworth was born March 18, 1833, at Oak Hill, Surbiton, England. For many years before his appointment as Grand Secretary he practised as a Solicitor. Brother Sir Edward Letchworth had an unusual Masonic career. He was initiated' in Jerusalem Lodge No. 197 on the 23d of April, 1875. Later he was a charter member or founder of various lodges and held the position of Worshipful Master in several of them. In 1891, when the office of Grand Secretary became vacant by the death of Brother Colonel Shadwell H. Clerke, some apprehension was caused among Masonic Brothers, as it was said there was no fitting successor available. Brother Letchworth was comparatively unknown in the Fraternity. As chief Steward of Masons to Queen Vietoria and as an officer of the Duchy of Lancaster he had been brought into close personal touch with the Grand Master, His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales. The greatest confidence was reposed in him, and when the matter was fully considered it was agreed that no better seleetion for Grand Secretary could be made. By special desire of the Grand Master Brother Letchworth was invested privately with the insignia of his office by the Pro Grand Master, the late Earl of Amherst, on March 7, 1892.

The office of Grand Secretary carries with it the important duty of Consecration of Lodges, especially those formed within the London area. The first Lodge consecrated by him was Saint Stephens No. 2424, on May 9, 1892, and the last was Royal Naval Anti-Aircraft Lodge, which was consecrated April 14, 19l7. The total number consecrated by him is not obtainable, but it certainly numbered hundreds, possibly five hundred.

Brother Sir Edward Letchworth's achievements in other branches of Freemasonry have been about as notable as those he attained in the Ancient Craft. Royal Arch Chapters, Grand Masonic Lodge, Knight Templary, and other Masonic bodies of which he became a member and presiding officer, received of his courtesy and wisdom. He joined the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite; became most Wise Master of Avon Chapter No. 44, and was crowned a Sovereign Grand Inspector-General of the 33d and last degree July 13, 1892, by the Earl of Lathour. The honor of Knighthood was conferred upon him by King Edward VII in November, 1902.

On May 6, 1913, he presided over the one hundred and twenty-fifth Annual Festival of the Royal Masonic Institution for Girls when the Brethren contributed over two hundred and fifty thousand dollars to that charity. At the Bicentenary Festival in the Royal Albert Hall June 23, 1917, by command, Brother Letchworth approached the Grand Master's throne and received the jewel of a Past Grand Junior Warden, the highest honor in the way of rank that could be conferred upon him. The last public Masonic act of the late Grand Secretary was the reading of one of the lessons at the Special Religious Service held at the Royal Albert Hall on the morning of Sunday, June 24, 1917. The occasion was the Celebration of the Bicentenary of the Grand Lodge of England.

He was honored and beloved by the Craft; always spoken of in terms of praise and appreciation. It is no mere affectation or exaggeration of speech which caused him to be referred to so frequently as "The Beloved Grand Old Man of Freemasonry." Tbe influence he exercised on the Craft for over forty years will abide and can never be without its effect on Freemasonry the world over.

"How can he be dead
Wlo lives immortal in the hearts of men?

Upon receipt of news of his death the following letter was sent to the United Grand Lodge of England:

October 22, 1917.

The Grand Master, Wardens, and Members of the United Grand Lodge of England.

Brethren:

The officers and members of the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts and the Brethren throughout its jurisdiction have learned with deep sorrow of the death of the venerable and loved Grand Secretary of the United Grand Lodge of England, R.W. Sir Edward Letchworth.

This Grand Lodge is ever mindful of the close ties of sympathy and affection nhieh bind it to tbe Mother Grand Lodge from which its powers were originally derived and is always proud to be counted the eldest daughter of that Grand Lodge in the Western Hemisphere. These ties have strengthened with the passing years as they have brought their repeated acts of fraternal courtesy and distinguished consideration.

Nothing which affects the welfare or the happiness of our English Brethren can ever be indifferent to us. This is doubly true in these days when our flags are united in the battle line defending for humanity the great political principles which are the joint heritage of our two nations and at the same time the fundamental principles of Freemasonry.

Last June we took pleasure in observing in our Grand Lodge and in all our particular Lodges the two hundredth anniversary of your constitution and in sending you our official congratulations.

Now we extend to you our deep and sincere sympathy in the extinguishing of one of the shining lights of Freemasonry, feeling, as we do, that your loss is in a very real sense ours as well.

In his official correspondence and relations with this Grand Lodge R.W. Brother Letchworth was ever courteous, ever ready with fraternal assistance and cooperation. in his personal intercourse with those of our Brethren who from time to time found their way to his office his kindly and fraternal demeanor left memories of a most pleasant and lasting sort. We of Massachusetts felt that we knew him as friend and Brother and that we suffer personal loss in his departure.

With renewed assurance of deepest sympathy and highest regards,

Fraternally yours,
Leon M. Abbott
Grand Master

LINCOLN, ARTHUR A. 1863-1940

From Proceedings, Page 1940-321:

Right Worshipful Brother Lincoln was born in North Raynham September 24, 1863, and died at his home in Dorchester, November 23, 1940.

He was graduated from the Bridgewater Normal School in 1888 and his active life was spent in teaching. At the time of his death he was Principal Emeritus of the Washington Grammar School of Allston, whete he served as Principal from 1915 until his retirement in 1934.

He was raised in Mizpah Lodge December 12, 1892, and continued his membership there until his death. He became a Charter Member of Algonquin Lodge March 11, 1914, and served as Master in 1917 and 1918. He was District Deputy Grand Master of the Fourth Masonic District in 1921 and 1922, by appointment of M.W. Arthur D. Prince. He was a member of Saint Paul's Royal Arch Chapter of Boston.

Always of a quiet and unassuming manner, Brother Lincoln rendered valuable service to the Craft, and leaves a host of friends to mourn his passing.

LOVELL, CHARLES LAWRENCE 1878-1947

From Proceedings, Page 1947-193:

Brother Lovell was born in East Boston, Massachusetts, on October 31, 1878, and died at his home in Ipswich on April 9, 1947.

After graduation from the public schools in East Boston and the Melrose High School, he removed to Ipswich and entered the employ of the Ipswich Mills. In 1910 he opened a coal yard and remained in that business until his retirement, due to ill health, in 1942.

He was raised in John T. Heard Lodge on January 11, 1911, and served as Master in 1925 and 1926. He was appointed as District Deputy Grand Master for the (Gloucester) 9th Masonic District by Most Worshipful Curtis Chipman and served in 1932 and 1933.

In addition to his long and faithful service to Freemasonry, he found time for active interest in the affairs of his community, the Ascension Memorial Church, Chamber of Commerce, Ipswich Rotary Club, and a Trustee of the Lucy B. Colburn Home.

Funeral services were held at his late home on Friday, April 11 and were conducted by the Pastor of Ascension Memorial Church, followed by Masonic services by the officers of John T. Heard Lodge.

In the passing of Charlie Lovell, Freemasonry has lost a stalwart adherent, and the Town of Ipswich a useful and dependable citizen. His works will bear fruit so long as the memory of him survives.

LOVERING, WILLIAM C. 1835-1910

From Proceedings, Page 1913-212:

WILLIAM C. LOVERING was born in Woonsocket, R.I., in 1835. Having completed his school clays, he engaged in cotton manufacturing, in which he was interested all his life. He was president and acting manager of the Whittenton Manufacturing Company of Taunton, besides holding office as president and director in a large number of corporations doing business in New England.

Wor. Brother Lovering served for a short period in the Rebellion as engineer at Fort Monroe, and was retired from service an invalid. He was State Senator for two years, 1874 and 1875; was a delegate to the National Convention that nominated our Bro. James A. Garfield for President in 1880; was nominated by acclamation in the congressional convention Sept. 22, 1896, and was elected to the 55th, 56th, 57th, 58th, 59th, 60th and 61st or present Congress.

Brother Lovering was initiated in Ionic Lodge, of Taunton, Jan. 17, 1868, and became a member June 12 of that year. He was elected Worshipful Master of Ionic Lodge Nov. 8, 1871, and served two years, or until Nov. 28, 1873. Dec. 14, 1887, he was elected a member of the Masonic Education and Charity Trust for eight years from Jan. 1, 1888, but resigned that position Dec. 12, 1893, on account of the pressure of business engagements.

Wor. Brother Lovering was a person of fine presence and earnest manner. He was thoroughly posted on the business interests of the State, and was an efficient public servant. His death is a loss to the Commonwealth and the Fraternity. Brother Lovering died at his residence in Washington, D.C., Feb. 4, 1910. His remains, accompanied by a Congressional Committee, were taken to Taunton, Mass., where impressive burial services were held.

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LOWE, ALBERT WILLIS 1863-1942

From Proceedings, Page 1942-235:

Brother Lowe was born in Wilmington, Massachusetts, on July 25, 1863, and died in Boston October 17, 1942.

After graduation at the Punchard High School in Andover, he entered the drug business as a salesman for a wholesale drug concern. In 1910 he purchased a drug store in Andover and continued there until ill health forced his retirement.

Since 1630, when his earliest American ancestor landed at Ipswich, his family have always taken a deep and active interest in New England, its development and its difense in the Revolution and the War of 1812. He was particularly interested in the schools of Andover and the training of the youth of the town. For several years he served as a member of the School Committee.

He was raised in Saint Matthew's Lodge of Andover on April 6, 1904, and served as Master in 1920-1922. He served as District Deputy Grand Master of the 11th Masonic District in 1924 and 1925, by appointment of Most Worshipful Dudley H. Ferrell.

He was a member of the Lawrence Lodge of Perfection and of the Massachusetts Consistory of Boston.

Funeral services were held at the Baptist Church in Andover on October 20, 1942, and the large representation of friends from educational, business, civic and fraternal circles best shows the high esteem in which he was held.

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