An Historical Address at Lebanon, N. H (Classic Reprint): On the Occasion of the Celebration of the Centennial of Franklin Lodge, No. 6, F. And A. M., ... F. and A. M., May 13, 1896 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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The enduring story of a lodge that shaped a New Hampshire town. This historical address chronicles a hundred years of Freemasonry in Lebanon and nearby Hanover, blending community life, public service, and the era’s changing times. It offers a window into how a local lodge helped townspeople meet challenges with charity and fellowship.

This edition centers on Franklin Lodge, its leaders, and the people who built and sustained the organization through growth, controversy, and restoration. It ties the lodge’s fortunes to regional history, civic achievements, and the broader currents of American life in the 19th century.

• Profiles of prominent members and their public roles, showing how fraternal life intersected with state affairs.


• Accounts of key moments, including periods of growth, storms of detraction, and eventual reorganization.


• Descriptions of lodge rituals, leadership succession, and the evolution of Masonic councils in Lebanon.


• Context on the lodge’s charitable work and its impact on local institutions like the Lebanon Academy.

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