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Knights of Pythias

 Organization

Dates

  • Existence: 1864

Places

Languages Used

  • English

Found in 324 Collections and/or Records:

Hines Memorial Pythian Home of Virginia in New Market, Virginia, postcard, 1914-1930

 Item — Box 2
Identifier: A1987-213-001
Content Description

Photolithograph of the Hine Memorial Pythian Home of Virginia in New Market, Virginia. The building is constructed of brick with a white trim, with large columns to support the porch, framed by curved staircases leading up to the entrance.

Dates: 1914-1930

Home for Aged and Orphan Pythians in Decatur, Illinois, postcard, circa 1910

 Item — Box 2
Identifier: A1987-160-001
Content Description

Photolithograph of the Illinois home for aged Pythians and orphans in Decatur, Illinois. The building is constructed of brick with a gray stone trim, like a castle. There are men and women walking on the stairs and lawns of the property. The postcard is addressed to Mrs. Philusa[?] Dudley of St. Petersburg, Fla.

Dates: circa 1910

"I have heard they sometimes ask you were you brave" Knights of Pythias postcard, 1915-1930

 Item — Box 1
Identifier: A1994-138-001
Content Description

Black and white lithograph of a man placing a coat on a woman's shoulders. The woman in is a black dress with white gloves that match her white coat. The man is in a tuxedo. Below the drawing it says "I have heard they sometimes ask you were you brave". In the upper right corner is the Knights of Pythias' emblem.

Dates: 1915-1930

Illinois Home for Aged Pythians and Orphans in Decatur, Illinois, postcard, 1913 August 6

 Item — Box 2
Identifier: A1987-158-001
Content Description

Photolithograph of the Illinois home for aged Pythians and orphans in Decatur, Illinois. The building is constructed of brick with a gray stone trim, like a castle. On the back of the card is a portrait of S. L. Von Fossen from Beardstown, Illinois who is the candidate for the Grand Outer Guard for the Grand Lodge in 1913.

Dates: 1913 August 6

Illinois Home for Aged Pythians and Orphans in Decatur, Illinois, postcard, 1914-1930

 Item — Box 2
Identifier: A1987-159-001
Content Description

Photolithograph of the Illinois home for aged Pythians and orphans in Decatur, Illinois. The building is constructed of brick with a gray stone trim, like a castle. There are men and women walking on the stairs and lawns of the property.

Dates: 1914-1930

Illinois Pythian Home in Decatur, Illinois, postcard, 1907-1914

 Item — Box 2
Identifier: A1987-157-001
Dates: 1907-1914

Illustrated Catalogue and Price List of Knights of Pythias Lodge Paraphernalia, No. 100, 1890-1922

 Item
Identifier: A1985-020-010
Scope and Contents

This catalog contains sashes, jewels, rugs, ritual materials, costumes, banners, and more.

Dates: 1890-1922

Illustrated Catalogue and Price List of Masonic and Other Secret Society Charms, Jewels, Rings, Badges and Lapel Buttons, undated

 Item — Box 2, Folder: 1
Identifier: A2006-062-003
Scope and Contents An "Illustrated Catalogue and Price List of Masonic and Other Secret Society Charms, Jewels, Rings, Badges and Lapel Buttons." The catalogue includes objects for people of all rank, such as Past Master, Past Eminent Commander, Past Commander In Chief, and High Priest. There are also objects for specific groups such as the Scottish Rite, Knights Templar, Knights of Ancient Essenic Order, Independent Order of Odd Fellows, Order of the Eastern Star, the Order of Chosen Friends, the Knights of...
Dates: undated

Illustrated Catalogue and Price List of Presentation Jewels, Badges, and Emblems, undated

 Item
Identifier: A2002-072-001
Scope and Contents

Catalogue of jewels, badges, and emblems for many fraternal societies including Masonic Blue Lodge, Royal Arch Chapter, Knights Templar, Order of Eastern Star, Shrine, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, Eagles, Independent Order of Odd Fellows, Improved Order of Red Men, Knights of Pythias, Ancient Order of United Workmen, and other non-fraternal organizations.

Dates: undated