Masonic temple, Nashua, New Hampshire, 1909

Item

Identifier: A1996-066-2343

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The Ralph B. Duncan postcard collection consists of postcards with a Masonic connection, either a building used for Masonic purposes, a person connected to Freemasonry, or a subject concerning Freemasonry. Mostly made during 1907-1940s, there are some that are both earlier and later, which can be determined by changes in postcard conventions. Included are portraits, views of buildings, cartoons, among other subjects. Most of the postcards of buildings are in the United States, with some from other countries such as Germany and France. The portraits generally are of American historical figures who were known or believed to be Freemasons. The buildings included were used for Blue Lodges, Scottish Rite, York Rite, Shriners International, International Order of the Rainbow for Girls, Order of the Eastern Star, DeMolay International, amongst other Masonic bodies and auxiliary groups. There are also some postcards that depict or mention other fraternal organizations, such as the Independent Order of Odd Fellows.

Dates

Creation: 1909

Creator

Souvenir Post Card Co (Organization)

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research.

Biographical / Historical

Made by Souvenir Post Card Co. Made in Germany.

Full Extent

1 item/s : Paper stock ; Overall : 3 1/2 x 5 1/2

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

From the Collection: German

From the Collection: French

From the Collection: Spanish; Castilian

Additional Description

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Color photolithograph of Masonic temple which is on the corner of the street. There is a turret at the corner with storefronts at the first level of the four story building. A horse and carriage are in the street, while a man is crossing the street at the left bottom of the card. Addressed to Miss Clara Anderson, East Pepperell, Massachusetts, from Theresa.