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Lamar Building and Pythian Temple in Jackson, Mississippi, postcard, 1907-1914

Item — Box: 2

Identifier: A1987-166-001

Content Description

The Lamar Building is constructed of gray stone in the front and red brick on the sides, and large stone columns that support the porch. The Pythian Temple is constructed of gray stone, resembling a castle with a large tower.

Dates: 1907-1914

Found in: Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library

Land grant issued to Felix Siminton from the State of Georgia, 1819 December 29

Item — Folder: 1

Identifier: A1997-123-003

Scope and Contents

A land grant issued to Felix Siminton from the State of Georgia describing a tract of land in Appling county of 490 acres. The document is two pages, including a survey sketch of tract of land and a wax seal attached by ribbon to the bottom of the document. The signature of George Gilmer, Governor of Goergia, is on the bottom flap of the document, dated November 6, 1829. Also signed on the back by E. Hamilton, Secretary.

Dates: 1819 December 29

Found in: Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library

Last Will and Testament of Thomas Miriam, 1738

Item — Box: 3, Folder: 1

Identifier: A2008-003-002

Scope and Contents

Manuscript last will and testament of Thomas Miriam. T. Miriam gave his wife Mary one third of his estate and the rest of his estate (land and money) was bequeathed to his sons Simon, David, Thomas, Isaac; and daughters Mary and Lydia. It is signed by Thomas Miriam (with red seal), John Stone, Joseph Miriam, and Jonas Miriam.

Dates: 1738

Found in: Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library

Laura Coulter Cook International Order of Rainbow Girls collection, 1926-1987

Collection

Identifier: A2003-006

Dates: 1926-1987

Found in: Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library

Leacy and Duncan families fraternal papers collection, 1892-1967

Collection — Box: 1, Folder: 1

Identifier: A2007-042

Scope and Contents The collection includes membership cards, receipts, and correspondence in regards to the Leacy and Duncan families' membership in various fraternal organizations. The papers of Sabrina A. Leacy, a Past Grand Chief of the Pythian Sister for the state of Massachusetts, date from 1949-1962 and consist of certificates, payment slips, and a meeting notice letters for Pythian Sisters and the Rebekahs. Gertrude and Oscar Duncan records show their involvement with the Independent Order of Odd...

Dates: 1892-1967

Found in: Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library

Leather Benevolent Order of Elks postcard, 1901-1907

Item — Box: 1

Identifier: A1994-109-001

Content Description

Undivided back leather postcard with "B.P.O.E" written in ink at the top with "Hello, Bill" below and an engraving of an Elk head.

Dates: 1901-1907

Found in: Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library

Leather postcards of North Adams, Mass., circa 1900

Collection — Box: 6, Folder: 1

Identifier: A2005-009-001

Scope and Contents

Three leather postcards with views of North Adams, Massachusetts, includingthe Hoosac Tunnel, views of east and west portals, and a Christmas postcard with a Santa Claus on the front. There are no messages on the backs.

Dates: circa 1900

Found in: Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library

Legion of Honor membership certificate issued by Yaarab Temple to Roy M. Lee, 1920-1940

Item

Identifier: A2019-070-001

Content Description

Legion of Honor membership certificate issued by Yaarab Temple to Roy M. Lee. Dated between 1920 and 1940. The Legion of Honor certificate was issued to Shriners who served or are still serving in the Armed Forces and were honorably discharged or retired.

Dates: 1920-1940

Found in: Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library