Knights of the Golden Eagle, Castle No. 244 (Lansdale, Pa.) minute books 1888-1946

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Knights of the Golden Eagle, Castle No. 244 (Lansdale, Pa.) minute books 1888-1946

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Founded in 1873, the Knights of the Golden Eagle is a fraternal organization with rituals based on those of the Crusaders with emphasis placed on the word of the Bible. In addition to giving moral and intellectual guidance, the society provides relief to sick or unemployed members and gives survivor benefits to widows and orphans. The Lansdale, Pennsylvania chapter of the Knights of the Golden Eagle, Castle No. 244, was established in 1888. The Knights of the Golden Eagle, Castle No. 244 (Lansdale, Pa.) minute books, 1888-1946, consist of eight volumes.

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Knights of the Golden Eagle

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The Knights of the Golden Eagle is a quasi-military masonic secret society founded in 1873. There is no record of when the Centre Hall chapter began or what its official name was. From the description of Knights of the Golden Eagle dues ledger, Centre Hall, Pennsylvania, 1906-1925. (Pennsylvania State University Libraries). WorldCat record id: 458558444 ...

Knights of the Golden Eagle. Castle No. 244 (Lansdale, Pa.)

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Founded in 1873 by John Emory Burbage, the Knights of the Golden Eagle (K.G.E.) is a fraternal organization with rituals based on those of the Crusaders. Members pass through three stages: Pilgrim, Knight, and Crusader. The society's motto is "Fidelity, Valor, and Honor," and rituals reflect the emphasis placed on the word of the Bible. In addition to giving moral and intellectual guidance, the society provides relief to sick or unemployed members and gives survivor benefits to wido...