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Lodge Houstoun Bi-Centenary
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Our latest customised stamp sheet commemorates the 200th Anniversary of
Lodge Houstoun, St Johnstone No 242 of Ancient, Free and Accepted
Masons of Scotland and has been commissioned by the Lodge as a
souvenir for brethren during the bi-centenary year in 2011. Here's an
excerpt from their website which gives some additional context to
their
The present lodge was chartered on 5th August, 1811 with the first Right
Worshipful Master, William Houstoun, never attending a meeting – even
when his father and brother were affiliated. Like most lodges, they met in
pubs and houses with most of the town’s innkeepers being admitted
members (the first being the Cross Keys Public House – hence the name of
the lodge newsletter). The lodge flourished until 1855 when it nearly
became dormant, but for one brother who continued to pass Grand Lodge
dues. I believe the reason for the lack of interest was due to many of the
members being on the council - in 1857, Johnstone became a burgh which was
a great deal of work to get this through. However, from 1863 the lodge
went through a dramatic period with sometimes 8, 9 or more candidates
receiving all three degrees – quite a thought now to have three on one
night! In 1912, the lodge moved into the present building with 500
members. The Grand Master had sent a circular for inclusion in the
Government of Ireland Bill to allow “Meetings of the Society of
Freemasons” in Ireland to continue – this was backed by the lodge when
the Secretary, Alex Caldwell, wrote to the Prime Minister supporting the
clause. Perhaps we had more power in those days. The lodge continued
from strength to strength and over the years quite rightly enjoyed a
reputation for being one of the foremost lodges within the province of
Renfrewshire East. This has been achieved, not by accident but by the hard
work and dedication of its members down through the years.
A limited edition of just 500 sheets so be sure to secure your copy today.
The price of this sheet is just £34.95 plus post + packing (please
see "Small Print" below). This
beautiful customised stamp sheet is scheduled for issue on 10th
November 2010
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