Category: History - Modern (1750+)
In pursuance of a call, issued and endorsed by several Grand Chapters, a convention of representatives was held at Indianapolis, Indiana, November 16th, 1876, and the General Grand Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star, was organized. A Ritual Committee was appointed, and in 1878...
It was a law of the palace that no one, not even the queen, should enter the king's presence unsummoned, under penalty of death, unless the king should extend the golden sceptre...
2. Part 2_A. M._ To assist the Worthy Matron, and preside over the Chapter during her absence. My badge is the effulgent Sun within the Star, an emblem of light, admonishing me that the...
5. Part 5_G. M._ Grand ----, I have the honor to present, for installation, Sister ----, duly elected Grand Matron for the ensuing year. Our sister is fully aware of the great responsibi...
4. Part 4_I. O._ My sister, before proceeding with your investiture, it is necessary that you signify your assent to those Regulations of the Order, upon the strict observance of which i...
1. Part 1In pursuance of a call, issued and endorsed by several Grand Chapters, a convention of representatives was held at Indianapolis, Indiana, November 16th, 1876, and the General Gr...
6. Part 6Love is an attribute of the soul, and imperishable. Our sister's affection ceases not; therefore may she not now be whispering to grief-stricken hearts, "Peace be still," "Lo, I...