Mystic Shrine Founded In New York In 1872
The Ancient Arabic Order Nobles of the Mystic Shrine emerged in New York City on September 16 1872 as a fraternal play ground for Masons. Dr Walter Fleming and William J Lawrence co founded with Fleming writing the first ritual later displayed in Alexandria Virginia.
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Order of the Mystic Shrine
New York City
Walter Millard Fleming
William J. Lawrence
Mecca
Mystic Shrine
Shriners
Masonry
New York
Jack
Lawrence
Europe
Marseilles
France
Knickerbocker Cottage
Dr. Fleming
Masonic National Memorial
Alexandria
Fleming
Charles T. McClenacan
William S. Paterson
One-Time Patient Becomes Montreal Surgeon Doctor
Edward George, once a three year old crippled with club feet treated at the Montreal Unit Shriners Hospital for Crippled Children, grows up to become Dr Edward George a resident surgeon. His early care by Dr J Gordon Petrie and later training under Dr George shaped a priceless career marked by patient memories of train rides crutches races and final discharge tears.
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Montreal
Shriners Hospital For
Edward George
Frederickton B
Canada
William G. Turner
Little Eddy George
Little Eddy
J. Gordon Petrie
George
Not All Play in Mystic Shrine Initiation
The article notes the Mystic Shrine as more than a playful group. It highlights the First Section with Oriental splendor and ritual and the Second Section where the Wrecking Crew initiates new members. It mentions leaders, military men, professionals, and businessmen finding relaxation in Shrine activities.
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Mystic Shrine
Fez Found With Buffalo Bill Relics At Lookout Mountain Gravesite
Personal effects unearthed at the gravesite of William F. Cody known as Buffalo Bill at Lookout Mountain Golden Colorado include his fez among the items recovered.
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William F. Cody
Buffalo Bill
Lookout Mountain
Golden Colo
Shrine Not Masonic Order Clarifies Membership Rules
The Shrine is not a Masonic Order though many think it is. Shrine membership is limited to Masons while its laws operations and funds are not overseen by any Grand Jurisdiction of Masons. Individuals must follow standard Masonic conduct and practices.
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Masons
Shriners
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Laurens NW
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Laurens
Richland Ave
Aiken and Friedman
Yoon
OF Donuts
Aiken
Texaco Products
Kalmir
Ramada
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Friedman
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