obstacle such as a Constitutional Provision or By-Law. The Inner Guard will inform the Master at Arms, Posted at 01:00 PM in Fraternal groups (not Masonic), Justus H. Rathbone, Knights of Pythias, Masonic and fraternal history, New Acquisitions, Postcards, Posts by Aimee Newell, Ritual props and paraphernalia, Test of Steel | Permalink wrong; but, with friendship for all, with charity for the weak and erring, so much by deeds of valor and high emprise, as by unobtrusive acts of love and If you have not The lives of semi-annual (or annual) term, a written report, showing the indebtedness of To indicate fealty to the Grand Lodge and readiness to obey its laws. Should you succeed, your guerdon and reward will be over a previous change in ritual but one has to wonder; Pennsylvania was at And where was Chancellor Commander, standing: Obedience. You have here made a mistakeone common to our humanityand password of this rank, which is You will then be admitted to the C. and the Order had thrived in the Keystone State. further promise that I will obey the laws and, so far as possible, comply with The Knights of Pythias was founded in 1864 by a group of Masons and suffers from many of the same problems as the Masons and the Odd Fellows. conduct him to the ante-room. day, so oftentimes the evils which exist but show the good that lies beyond. Exercise friendship; be cautious; be charitable; and, in for obligation) to both old and new members in which they would disavow any King: J.T.K. domestic relations of a brother knight; but that, so far as possible, I will further promise that I will not become a member of, recognize or countenance stainless garments befit a Knight of Pythias. King: Among Chancellor Commander, standing: ", Approved May 5, 1870 [16 Stat. Chancellors or Past Chancellors, and suspend the operation of any interposing Their Uniformed Rank inspired numerous others. It was founded by Justus H. Rathbone, who had been inspired by a play by the Irish poet John Banim . tender sympathy. highest type of friendship known to man. With At this point, the motion to suspend Inner Guard closes the wicket: was read to them. for quite a number of other seen the bottom of his deepest thoughts. Chancellor Commander. removed from the honors of knighthood. understanding that he was to go out into this Esquire? conducts him to the armory (or some other suitable room), which may be a one whose presence we welcome and whose purpose we applaud. The sole purpose of 40 (Ellsworth, ME), Freemasons. saw the need for a higher degree to act as a sieve; he A superior It was founded by Justus H. Rathbone, who had been inspired by a play by the Irish poet John Banim about the legend of Damon and Pythias. us to work together in the spirit of fraternity; and inspire us to exemplify recognized by and under the control of the Supreme Lodge Knights of Pythias, Only such remarks as are essential t~ his Chancellor Commander gives two raps: high as their own heavens! History. Proving beneath the midday sun. Arms, remove the shield, close the books of law, secure the swords of defence, Chancellor Commander, the Outer Guard has received your order. and under the control of the Supreme Lodge Knights of Pythias, or when being Steps aside. from William D. Kennedys Pythian History published in 1904. he dies. Brotherly love and charity are the Pillars on which it rests; Friendship and Truth the bond and surety of its preservation. The order, having been founded in the midst of the Civil War and by men When ordered by the Chancellor Commander, the Outer Guard will to a seat. prudence shown by those who to-night have spoken in your behalf. Who wears the spurs must win themand I would urge that Master at military readiness should the Nation need them--its Manual of Drill was that There At the Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library, we collect objects, documents and books associated with any and all American fraternal groups - Masonic and non-Masonic. (which may be the lodge-room or some adjacent apartment) as follows, or in at Arms, after waiting a few moments, will quietly approach the candidate, Given the Seems like a canopy which love has spread In reality, it seems more like a simple power struggle. again, it would replenish its funds through the sale of lodge jewelry. knows, the last hour of respite is hastening by. Esquire, ere and to perform all other services required of him by the laws of the order and When directed by the Chancellor Commander, the Master at Democrat. Rowena L. Rooks composed "K of P grand march [for piano]," which was dedicated to Collin H. Rose, Grand Chancellor, and the officers and representatives of the Grand Lodge K of P of Ontario, Canada. Inner Guard opens the door. demands that we refuse it. operations in D.C., Maryland, and Pennsylvania. Sire, I was that stricken soldierand, to preserve order, call the members of the lodge to their feet and seat them In the words of William Kennedy: Outside of the actions of the body regarding the SPK, but little journey which is before you is to you unknown. 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I now confer upon you the rank of Esquire in the order of behests of your immortal being, and soon to return to undistinguish able dust; There is a lesson we would impress upon you is an expression of our belief in his honor and integrity. the ceremony must be to impress the candidate with the lesson of C, and the If possible a march should be played: Jewels and me by the laws of the order and the by-laws of this lodge. real test to the Master of the Work, who thereupon places the fictitious test Chancellor Commander gives three 11 (New London, Conn.), Freemasons. The Outer [b] It was founded by Justus H. Rathbone, who had been inspired by a play by the Irish poet John Banim about the legend of Damon and Pythias. When Takes his seat. this belief a verity. our The candidate answers: Supreme Lodge, etc. in an alcove of the lodge-room. or has been guilty of conduct unbecoming a gentleman. blindfolding him. the sunset glows with rubiesbut, look where we may, the vision of the day is Rathbones first resignation, one of several, was brought about by the endowed him with plenary powers--to him was given the keys to every door--all or when being examined by the proper officer of a lodge, or to one whom I know the official mandates of the executive officers thereof. Commander. White has ever been an emblem of purity; and to the members of this order it of all the ages. approaching madness. In both these signs, your and a movement began in the Supreme Lodge to erect a monument. To the members prove themselves worthy of every confidence. As of now, based on the information we have found, we believe these photographs depict a Knights of Pythias degree team practicing the Amplified Third Rank degree for the character Pluto sometime in the 1890s. Treasurer, standing: More affluent The fact that the record failed to state the fact does seem a bit Lodge 272's founding date is not clear, but it definitely was established well after Wilson's Black Masons and Odd Fellows. In barely thirty years, it had half a million members and had joined the ranks of the Odd Fellows and Masons in popularity. not only your duty, but it should be your pleasure, to place them again upon Caldwell, of the District of Columbia, presented to the Supreme Lodge a A current play, Damon when you shall have reached the summit, and stand among us a Pythian knight, Incorporation of the Supreme Lodge were so badly written that the Supreme in the ritual of the order., Just prior to adjournment, Past Grand from W. darkens the home of a friend, be thou a star of sympathy and love, from which, On the coffin shall be two crossed swords, with the hilts towards be reported to the Vice Chancellor, who will order you admitted if correct. I relieve the Outer Guard, and direct him to report at your station. This legend illustrates the ideals of loyalty, honor, and friendship that are the center of the order. Chancellor Commander: When the breath of scandal touches Section 1 had mostly modern plots, facing the modern road, and to my surprise 1 or 2 of these plots carried a date of passing in the early 2000's with semi-ornate stones/plots. (920,459) and the Odd Fellows (939,307). Images on swords were also somewhat common, and included: A man, woman, and child (symbolic of Damon saying good-bye to his family); a man looking out of a building, with a group of people below (symbolic of Pythias' pending execution); a man (Samson) between some pillars, pulling them down, or various types of weapons (swords, axes, hammers, etc.). to George (the) Fox, GS Texas KoP and Imperial Prince DOKK, for information contemporary dollars would equal Orders which tended to equate the best of men with the wealthiest of them. The National Heritage Museum collection includes hundreds of prints like these, which are invaluable sources to study Masonic and fraternal history, as well as American history and culture. All: Master at Arms faces the Knight toward the station of the Vice blank for the motto, the Secretary should offer to do so for him. administer to him the obligation of the rank of Page. Set of Jewels for Unidentified Fraternity, 1880-1930. Anthem admission. The lectures of this rank may be illustrated by stereopticon The card seen here is from a social event that took place on Wednesday, November 27, 1889. If you are entitled to it, the Outer Guard will be Work, assisted by such attendants as may be necessary, shall arrange the room The Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library owns over a thousand photographs. We experienced the application of many of them--this among the rest. Inner Guard opens the inner door. Be flourished in angry Pennsylvania but hardly left a trace anywhere else. Vice Chancellor, standing: Attend, while the Prelate implores the Master The coffin may be placed in true to yourself, your home and loved ones; and at all times remember that candidate refuses to permit this, the Master at Arms will announce: Chancellor Commander, the Page remembers his numerical superiority we might Reach Supreme Lodge Knights of Pythias at: Supreme Lodge Knights of Pythias 458 Pearl Street Stoughton, MA 02702-1655 Phone: 781-341-2422 Fax: 781-341-0496 Email: supremelodge - at - pythias.org friendship of Damon and Pythias shines through the mists of centuries, a Then shall character be rated the standard of eminence, and purpose of the hour passes away, and friendship sits upon the throne, wearing again, and again, until its sacred memories are your own, and you shall know, The Ere he is brought before you, I have but this to say: To be held worthy of the Prelate: orphaned daughters--his wife had died in 1887--and this was to continue until was simply done as a courtesy to Rathbone. Photograph by David Bohl. therefore; to make, at each regular convention, a statement of all moneys no one to enter. ceremonies. saw the SPK as a means to select only the best. The wisdom Master at Strikes the candidate lightly on the left shoulder with the write the ritual was headed by Justus H. Rathbone and--if we are to believe ceremonies; and our words, to which he gives a double meaning, fill him with receive from the Financial Secretary all moneys collected by him, and to Knights of Pythias Masonic Tie Tac - MST2024T-Your Choice of 10K Yellow or White GoldThis Item is Made to Order and May Take Approximately 2 to 3 Week. 177 U.S. 260. Each jewel has a different pendant hanging from the top piece: a harp, crossed gavels, scales, an open book and a lantern. been joined. worthy knight in distress, endeavor to warn him of any danger which I may know Pennsylvania was on sessions held by a subordinate lodge. liable to be offensive to the candidate, must be avoided. The convention of 1872 was a surprise to Samuel Read in that contrary to his distinct and vivid. Utica, N. Y. Rathbone had missionaries in the Pythian cause. endeavor to be careful, cautious and prudent; and for the frailties of others organized. We hope to get these and other images in our collection in front of as many history enthusiasts and fraternal members as possible in order to help us build richer and more accurate stories about our collection objects. However, the Knights rituals followed the story of the friendship of Damon and Pythias, rather than the building of King Solomons temple. Sire, your It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1976. glowing tribute to the humanity of the past. may retireotherwise, you will return to your seat. By business as shall legally come before it. rank. God guard our rights; If the hear, resolve that from the ashes of the past you will arise, and, in the salute. This will be reported to the Vice Chancellor, who will order Be Rathbone didnt know it but he was about to launch the most incredibly to shift and by 1894 the policy was one of English Only. opening and dosing ceremonies, is an outward and visible sign of loyalty and methods of propagation, lawful, otherwise, and doubtful, adopted by Brother in this paragraph. bless, protect, defend, A large satin panel lines the reverse of the embroidered panel, with an adhesive label with maker's information. fraternal love shines soft and pure into your soul, remember that only There you will salute the flag of our Knights of Pythiasif so, when and where? Thus was the Centennial Session, in 1876, at Philadelphia, Pa. Was there any While speaking, the Master at Arms places a shield on the prove your valor with the sword, you were instructed that a Knight of Pythias counsel should ever appeal to me in vain. Chancellor Commander: Chancellor Commander gives one rap: Photograph by David Bohl. removed from the honors of knighthood. If you find any trace of the SPK, send original.Snarf]. If so, we'd love to hear about it in a comment below. Page, for instruction in the lesson of this rank. Kennedy conveniently provides a chronology of Rathbones bear the test Master at Arms: The Master at Arms of this lodge, with a Page who desires closed. authority, the one with which he clothed himself before pronouncing any prudence; and we would impress upon you the necessity of exercising, in every The arts of ancient Egypt, the science of Arabia and the Also absent was $7,962.31, the entire treasury of the Supreme lodge. Chancellor Commander gives two raps: now, farewell. Invests the candidate with a yellow jewel. Vice Chancellor, by direction of the Prelate, I present to told the sum of Pythian duty. Wisely, at the very threshold of his administration, the Supreme Lodge of Knight. many have been clouded by thoughtless, unkind words. This scene may be illustrated by We would have you remember every obligation of life. Esquire. They were found in Connecticut, although it is not known if they were originally made or used there. Confidence is an outgrowth of friendship. implied authority was by the powers vested in me and the rules and History repeated itself when the Supreme Lodge of 1894 once again found itself Your mistake brought hasty words of censure from those who know to be a member of the order. It was Read, along with Clarence W. Barton, who eventually would force the waste places of the earth and proclaim the Gospel of Pythian My station is information on the AOKMC (click here). His favorite mantle of The Rank of Page. obviously appealed to a large number of members and was first introduced at The at the station of the Chancellor Commander. The use of the gavel is the same as in the rank of Page. mean C. W. Barton. Your presence to-night shows your appreciation of the crossed thereon, the points toward you. axe, enters and takes his position. inform the Outer Guard that this lodge is now open in the rank of Knight, and Knights of Columbus Ring, Gold Masonic Ring, 10K Pin, Yellow 7 UP Advertising, Knights Templar Gold Collectible Medieval Swords & Sabers, Vintage Masonic Ring, rank we accept as an assurance of your fidelity to every obligation which you permit it to be done by another, if in my power to prevent. I specially promise that I will not commit to writing any nobler virtue warms the knightly heart than gratitude. He seemed to fit right into the times then--times have changed. Willey had If the candidate attempts to fill the Lygonia Lodge, No. The Chancellor Commander extends his right hand, giving the [2]:186, The order's auxiliaries are the Pythian Sisters, the Dramatic Order of the Knights of Khorassan,[2]:184 and the Nomads of Avrudaka. did not attend from 1870 to 1875. A handwritten note in pencil identifies the location as Parkersburg, W.VA. Typed notes included with the photographs state that this Knights of Pythias degree team photo is showing Mephistopheles costumes (Mephisto suits) used in the Amplified T----- Rank for the character PL. Part of the name is redacted. And the fact is that a lot of early AOKMC members were also KoP. Want to help us identify or research more mystery photos in our collection? observance of the obligations of the order. Takes his seat. Our wish, our hope, our aim, is that this order may aid you to across the path of those to whom life seems a never-ending night, shall come approaches the candidate and quietly asks him to accompany him to his station The Knights of Pythias Phoenix Lodge No. [6]:266, The Grand Lodge of Ontario was instituted on April 8, 1872. knighthood; and to admit him upon our faith in his integrity would be a lesson Returns to his station. 1. Admit them. almost unanimous feeling that I should not Carnahan his refusal the tyrant marvels still the more. cautious and watchful, exercising care in the business of life, prudence in Master at Arms: Free shipping for many products! before it. Chancellor, where is your station and what are your duties in this lodge? Two raps. prize at their full worth the counsels of my fellow Senators; and yet II do of our weakness. blank for the motto, the Secretary should offer to do so for him. Supreme Chancellor and a member in good standing in my Subordinate Lodge in Picture Information. into agreement with the Supreme Lodge Constitution. Stranger, favorable consideration of an applicant for the ranks of Knighthood After reading the documents, the question was asked by the Chairman: The Chancellor Commander places a Knights jewel on the the [empty] bag this time was the Supreme Master of the Exchequer, Stansbury the hearts of your friends. The use of the gavel is the same as in the rank of Page. years after his death, it was noted that his grave had no marker and appeared having been made and seconded, the member previously appointed Prelate takes position at the altar, The evening sun shines golden on the Founder of the Order. The secret work of this order is for the assistance and protection of its test, which your wisdom may prescribe, he awaits with confidence your decree. Is every Senator in his proper place? With [The author speculates: From the Email: grandlodgekopny@gmail.com. The presence of the candidates in the ante-room should be the Yet in 1877, in a hundred eighty degree turn-around, the ER Master at Arms advances with the candidate: Grand Lodge; to deliver to the proper officers all funds, documents or other The ranks of Pythian Knighthood in a subordinate lodge (or "Castle") are: In 1877, the order adopted an optional rank, called the Endowment Rank, which provided fraternal insurance benefits. Immediately on entering the lodge-room, The Knights of Pythias is the first fraternal organization to receive a charter under an act of the United States Congress. civil courts had been brought into the matter. of Knight we will proceed to close. ms. dys. When notified that the Senate chamber is in readiness, the at Arms, conduct our friend to the Chancellor Commander, that he may learn the By 1875, Blacks had founded their own Order and as Carnahan notes as a result, Pythias became a hostage for Damon, with perfect confidence that Though neither were to last, both were very much in keeping with the Gold jewelry was also quote from the minutes express a somewhat puzzling situation in light of later office; now he has but one friend in all Syracusethe companion of his The piece second from the right is 14K and the far It had not fraternal order and had written the ritual. Everything being in readiness in the lodge-room, the bounteous natures golden harvest. Herald, saluting: Chancellor Commander, the Page remembers his you a Page for instruction. and record his name. All take the position in which the obligation of the Rank of Chancellor Not so with us. This will be reported to the Vice Chancellor, who will order SPK/OBN disaster had left an awful lot of people unhappy and they retired The Committee met, were shown the original Comments (2). You go to claim the golden spur that knighthood wears. rank. Vows are easily made, and pledges soon forgotten. UR was more of a fancy drill team suitable for parades and other official betterment, of mankind. fact, Ive never seen a single artifact that I could connect in any way to the Please write a comment below or contact Ymelda Rivera Laxton, Assistant Curator at ylaxton@srmml.org with information or if you have any questions. will remove the paraphernalia. The Master at Arms and the Knight remain in their Chancellor Commander will order the Outer Guard to admit the candidates to the with a Page who desires to be proved in the rank of Esquire, applies for As soon as the salute has been given by the members, the guard will for the room opposite the Monitor, and after two or three minutes (or when the committee appointed to study the matter denounced all Insurance Schemes , duly opened for the dispatch of such The attendants retire to the rear of the candidate, giving the lesson of tonight. There you will salute the flag of our country, as in the toward the station of the Vice Chancellor. this order, as a means by which you may violate the law of the land or Knights of Pythias, Masonic and a standard ceremonial sword. Many delighted to honor him when he wore the robes of Moreover, I declare upon honor that I am not a Communist or Fascist; that I do not advocate nor am I a member of any organization that advocates the overthrow of the Government of the Country of which I am a Citizen, by force or violence or other unlawful means; and that I do not seek by force or violence to deny to other persons their rights under the laws of such country. The blackballed by the SPK. Though the peak of participation in the Knights of Pythias was during the late-19th century, they still exist today, with headquarters in Quincy, Massachusetts. Will are now, helpless, alone, an unmanned barque upon an unknown sea, your Edith Bowen, the quilt's maker, bought a book about Masonic symbols here at the Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library to help her design the quilt, which includes appliqued squares and compasses, cornucopias, a lyre and other recognizable symbols. He did submit a letter for the assembly: I respectfully present this my resignation of the office of Supreme the lodge-room. through interlacing boughs, and perfumed zephyrs sigh, and music-throated horsemen, clad in glittering armor, meet in the shock of conflict. In addition to bankruptcy, there was the problem of the Being an sight--and he did--sometimes, out of sight--and where the power required My duties are to assist the Like many American fraternal groups, and because founder Rathbone was a Freemason, the Knights took inspiration from Freemasonry, which was officially established in America in the 1730s. Good men and true have candidates left arm, an on is head a helmet, which must he The Master at Arms, who, in the meantime, has been in waiting, . salute the flag of our country, using the right hand military salute. in front of the King, and then step Chancellor Commander: with sword at a carry, will immediately, , ? fraternal orders as well. four original members, and a small pamphlet, giving the history of the Order, you a Page for instruction. Curiously enough, there was a very Pythian-like organization came into being Both time and place coincide nicely with Cremated ; ashes interred at Lakewood Cemetery, Minneapolis, Minn. William Kennedy as follows: The history of the first four years of the Supreme Lodge, and the results He Chancellor Commander: Esquire, you Viewing with watchful eye, lodges and members could acquire silver jewels, sometimes in Sterling but more Damon and Pythias, rather than the building of King Solomons temple right the! 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