Busy Day for the Knights
A crowded schedule features notable individuals including Fred Warner, John G. McAskie, TW Dusenbury, Judson B. Woolsey, and William H. Briulsnan among others in a busy day for the Knights.
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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1902
Page
8
A crowded schedule features notable individuals including Fred Warner, John G. McAskie, TW Dusenbury, Judson B. Woolsey, and William H. Briulsnan among others in a busy day for the Knights.
The piece recalls the medieval chivalry of the Knights Templar and the enduring allure of their history. It describes a vast, jewel-filled hall with symbolic crosses, banners, and a green-draped dancing floor, invoking feudal ideals and patriotic sentiment at a formal gathering.
Guests promenaded to overture and familiar tunes while crash mats protected ladies gowns. Spectators admired the scene as the grand march began at 9 20 and drew praise for its magnificent display.
A monumental Knights Templar ball in the armory featured colossal electric displays and emblematic Masonry motifs. Rows of bunting, armor, flags, and doves framed a Maltese cross procession as about 4,000 attendees, led by Prof. J. Frank Seigel, formed living cross shapes and enjoyed a 40-piece program by Bauer and Lawrence bands.
The article lists V. E. Sir Ezra Bartlett of Philadelphia as deputy grand commander in line to succeed at the conclave. It details P. M. William Hamilton Lodge achievements, roles in Niuance committee, Tristram B Freaman R A M chapter treasurer, Grand Holy Royal Arch, Mary commandery, Knights Templar finance chair, and other posts.
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