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Communication January 10, 1821
A Communication of the Grand Lodge of Maine was holden according to adjournment at Mason's Hall, in Portland, Wednesday evening, January 10th, 1821.
| Present—M. W. | SIMON GREENLEAF, | G. M. p. t. |
| R. W. | E. T. WARREN, | D. D. G. Master. |
| R. W. | WILLIAM SWAN, | S. G. Warden. |
| R. W. | JOSIAH MITCHELL, | J. G. Warden, p. t. |
| R. W. | JOSEPH M. GERRISH, | G. Treasurer. |
| R. W. | WILLIAM LORD, | G. Secretary. |
| R. W. | Rev. GIDEON W. OLNEY, | G. Chaplain. |
| R. W. | JOSEPH E. FOX CROFT, | G. Marshal. |
| R. W. | GEORGE THACHER, Jr., | S. G. Deacon. |
| R. W. | ELEAZER WYER, | J. G. Deacon. |
| R. W. | NELSON RACKLYFT, | G. Steward. |
| R. W. | SETH CLARK, | G. Pursuivant. |
| Bro. | WILLIAM STEVENS, | G. Tyler. |
Lodges represented:
| Portland, | Solar, | Amity, |
| Kennebec, | Ancient Land-mark, | Rising Virtue, |
| United, | Oriental Star, | Felicity, |
| Saco, | York, | Warren, |
| Pythagorean, | Freeport, | Eastern, |
| Cumberland, | Temple, | Union, |
| Oriental, | Adoniram, | Waterville. |
| Village, | Tranquil, |
Voted, That Bro. — Bourn, a member of United Lodge, be admitted to a seat in this Grand Lodge as Proxy to United Lodge, although he has not been chosen as their proxy by said Lodge.
On motion of R. W. John Merrill, the foregoing vote was reconsidered.
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Voted, That the consideration of the petition for a charter to hold a Lodge in Norridgewock be postponed for the present.
Voted, That inasmuch as Oriental Lodge has regularly appointed two proxies to represent them in this Grand Lodge, the Brother last appointed by said Lodge be considered their proxy for the ensuing year.
Voted, That we now proceed to the consideration of the By-Laws as reported by the committee.
After some progress being made, the Grand Lodge adjourned to to-morrow evening, January 11th, A D. 1821, at half-past five o'clock, then to meet at this place.
Attest, WILLIAM LORD, G. Secretary.
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Mason's Hall, January 11th, A. D. 1821.
The Grand Lodge of Maine met according to adjournment.
| Present—M. W. | SIMON GREENLEAF, | G. Master, p. t. |
| R.W. | EBEN'R T. WARREN, | S. G. Warden, p. t. |
| R.W. | GEORGE THACHER, Jr., | J. G. Warden, p. t. |
| R.W. | JOSEPH M. GERRISH, | G. Treasurer. |
| R.W. | WILLIAM LORD, | G. Secretary. |
| R.W. | REV. G. W. OLNEY, | G. Chaplain. |
| R.W. | JOSEPH E. FOXCROFT, | G. Marshal. |
| R.W. | ELEAZER WYER, | J. G. Deacon. |
| R.W. | NELSON RACKLYFT, | G. Steward. |
| R.W. | SETH CLARK, | G. Pursuivant. |
| Bro. | WILLIAM STEVENS, | G. Tyler. |
Lodges represented:
| Portland, | Ancient Land-mark, | Amity, |
| Kennebec, | Oriental Star, | Rising Virtue, |
| United, | York, | Felicity, |
| Saco, | Freeport, | Warren, |
| Cumberland, | Temple, | Eastern, |
| Village, | Adoniram, | Orient, |
| Solar, | Maine, | Waterville. |
| Pythagorean, | Tranquil, |
The Grand Lodge then resumed the consideration of the By-Laws as reported by the committee; and after some amendments, the By-Laws were unanimously adopted.
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The petition of certain brethren for a charter to hold a Lodge at Norridgewock was now considered; and it appearing to be approved by Maine Lodge, and by the R W. District Deputy Grand Master of the Third District,—and it further appearing that the approbation of Northern Star Lodge to said petition was unreasonably withheld, it was
Voted, That a charter be now granted to the petitioners to hold a Lodge at Norridgewock, by the name of Somerset Lodge,—and said charter was issued accordingly.
Voted, That the further consideration of the report of the committee on the Resolutions offered by R. W. Bro. Nathaniel Coffin, be postponed until Thursday, the eighth day of February, A. D. 1821.
The Grand Lodge then adjourned to the second Thursday of February next, then to meet at this place, at 6 o'clock P. M.
Attest, WILLIAM LORD, G. Secretary.
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Communication February 8, 1821
A Communication of the Grand Lodge of Maine was holden according to adjournment, at Masons' Hall in Portland, Thursday, February 8th, A. D. 1821.
| Present—M. W. | SIMON GREENLEAF | G. Master, p. t. |
| R.W. | ABIEL WOOD, | D. D. G. Master. |
| R.W. | WILLIAM SWAN, | S. G. Warden. |
| R.W. | NATHANIEL COFFIN, | J. G. Warden. |
| R.W. | JOSEPH M. GERRISH, | G. Treasurer. |
| R.W. | WILLIAM LORD, | G. Secretary. |
| R.W. | ROBERT P. DUNLAP, | C. G. Secretary, |
| R.W. | GIDEON W. OLNEY, | G. Chaplain. |
| R.W. | JOSEPH E. FOXCROFT, | G. Marshal. |
| R.W. | GEORGE THACHER, Jk., | G. Sword Bearer. |
| R.W. | JOSIAH CALEF, | S. G. Deacon. |
| R.W. | WILLIAM TORREY, | J. G. Deacon. |
| R.W. | NELSON RACKLYFT, | G. Steward. |
| R.W. | SETH CLARK, | G. Pursuivant. |
| R.W. | JOHN P. BOYD, | G. Pursuivant. |
| Bro. | WILLIAM STEVENS, | G. Tyler. |
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Lodges represented:
| Portland, | Oxford, | Orient, |
| Kennebec, | Oriental Star, | St. George, |
| United, | York, | Felicity, |
| Saco, | Freeport, | Warren, |
| Pythagorean, | Adoniram, | Eastern, |
| Cumberland, | Tranquil, | Union, |
| Village, | Hancock, | Hermon, |
| Solar, | Amity, | Waterville. |
| Ancient Land-mark, | Rising Virtue. |
The report of the committee on the subject of the resolutions submitted by R. W. Brother Nathaniel Coffin, J. G. Warden, was taken up and debated, and the same was committed, together with all the resolutions connected therewith, to R. W. Brothers William Swan, Nathaniel Coffin, Charles Fox, Peleg Sprague, and John Miller, who reported as a substitute the following Preamble and Resolutions, which were accepted, 33 votes in favor and 2 votes against.
Whereas the Holy Bible is the chief corner stone on which the superstructure of Freemasonry is erected, and has always been esteemed as one of its great lights; we therefore reverence its great Author, and implore his divine assistance, that we may be governed and influenced by its doctrines and precepts, which will make us free indeed. Therefore
Resolved, That we highly appreciate and cordially approve the laudable and zealous exertions making to enlighten the benighted regions of the world, by the translation and diffusion of its divine truths, and earnestly pray that those exertions may be crowned with success. Yet, as the funds of this Grand Lodge are devoted to other objects of charity—to supply the temporal wants of the needy, and smooth the rugged path of their weary pilgrimage through life—no part of those funds can therefore now be applied in aid of this great and glorious work. Yet this Grand Lodge do earnestly recommend to all Masons to co-operate and assist in sending the glad tidings of Salvation to all nations.
Voted, That the By-Laws as adopted by the Grand Lodge be printed, and that the act of incorporation be printed therewith.
Voted, That R. W. Brothers William Swan, Joseph M. Gerrish and William Lord be a committee to get the by-laws printed; the number not to exceed five hundred copies.
Voted, That one copy of the By-Laws of this Grand Lodge be sent to each Grand Lodge in America.
Voted, That the Grand Treasurer be authorized to pay the bill for printing the By-Laws.
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The Grand Lodge then closed to meet in future agreeably to the provisions in the By-Laws.
Attest, WILLIAM LORD, Grand Secretary.
Stated Communication April 12, 1821
At a Stated Communication of the Grand Lodge of Maine, held at Masons' Hall in Portland, Thursday, April 12, A. D. 1821.
| Present—R. W. | WILLIAM SWAN, | G. M. p. t. |
| R.W. | JOSEPH M. GERRISH, | S. G. W. p. t. |
| R.W. | JOHN P. BOYD, | J. G. W. p. t. |
| R.W. | OLIVER S. HARTSHORN, | G. Treasurer p. t. |
| R.W. | WILLIAM LORD, | G. Secretary |
| R.W. | ELEAZER WYER, | S. G. D. p. t. |
| R.W. | CHARLES B. SMITH, | J. G. D. p. t. |
| R.W. | JOHN HULL, ASA BARTON, |
G. Stewards. |
| Bro. | WILLIAM STEVENS, | G. Tyler. |
Lodges represented :
| United, | Amity, | Blazing Star. |
| Oxford, | Ancient Landmark, |
The committee appointed to get the By-Laws printed reported verbally, that they had got four hundred copies printed, that the Grand Secretary had received them, and had sent copies to the Officers of the Grand Lodge, and to the District Deputy Grand Masters a sufficient number for the several Lodges in the State.
Voted, That R. W. William Swan, R. W. Robert P. Dunlap, and R. W. Eleazer Wyer be a committee to get two engravings of the Seal of the Grand Lodge of a reduced size for the use of the printers, and the Grand Treasurer be authorized to pay for the same.
Voted, That the committee appointed to procure a plate for Diplomas, be authorized to get two hundred copies struck off as soon as the plate is finished, one half to be on parchment and one half on paper. Grand Lodge closed in due form.
Attest, WILLIAM LORD, G. Secretary.
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Quarterly Communication July 12, 1821
A Quarterly Communication of the Grand Lodge of Maine was holden at Masons' Hall in Portland, Thursday, July 12, A. D. 1821.
Present—R. W. SIMON GREENLEAF, D. G. M.
R.W. WILLIAM SWAN, S. G. W.
R.W. JOSEPH M. GERRISH, J. G. W. p. t.
R.W. SETH CLARK, G. Treas.p. t.
R.W. WILLIAM LORD, G. Secretary.
R.W. CHARLES B. SMITH, S. G. D. p. t.
R.W. ISAAC ADAMS, J. G. D. p. t.
R.W. JOSEPH E. FOXCROFT, G. Marshal.
R.W. ELEAZER WYER, G. Steward
R.W. OLIVER S. HARTSHORN, G. Steward
Bro. WILLIAM STEVENS, G. Tyler.
Lodges represented:
Portland, Amity, Adoniram,
United, Village, Blazing Star.
Oriental, Ancient Land-mark,
A petition from a number of Brethren in Augusta, praying for a charter to hold a Lodge in that place by the name of Bethlehem Lodge, was laid before the Grand Lodge. Read, and committed to R. W. William Swan, R. W. Isaac Adams and R. W. Charles Fox.
Voted, That R. W. Charles Fox be added to the committee to examine and audit accounts, to supply the vacancy occasioned by the death of our R. W. Brother Samuel Baker.
Voted, To proceed to the choice of six Brethren this evening to complete the organization of the Board of Trustees of the Charity Fund.
The committee appointed to consider the application of Bro. Daniel Cony and others for a charter to hold a Lodge in the town of Augusta, County of Kennebec, reported that the prayer of the petitioners ought to be granted.
Voted, That the foregoing report be accepted.
The committee on Diplomas made a report, which was accepted and put on file.
Voted, That a Committee of Finance be chosen this evening.
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Voted, That the powers of the committee on Diplomas be enlarged, and that said committee be authorized to make such further compensation to the artist who furnished the plate as they think proper, not however to exceed thirty dollars.
Voted, That the aforesaid committee be further authorized to procure an additional number of one hundred Diplomas, on parchment instead of paper.
Voted, That we now proceed to the choice of a Committee of Finance; whereupon R. W. William Swan, R. W. Charles Fox and R. W. Eleazer Wyer were chosen.
Voted, That R. W. William Swan, R. W. Joseph E. Foxcroft and R. W. Joseph M. Gerrish be a committee to nominate six Brethren to be chosen by the Grand Lodge to fill the vacancy in the Board of Trustees.
The Grand Lodge then made choice of Albion K. Parris Esq, Charles Fox Esq., Daniel Granger Esq., Peleg Chandler Esq., Nathan Weston Esq., and Jedediah Herrick Esq., to complete the organization of the Board of Trustees of the Charity Fund.
Grand Lodge closed.
Attest, WILLIAM LORD, G. Secretary.
Quarterly Communication October 11, 1821
A Quarterly Communication of the Grand Lodge of Maine was holden at Masons' Hall in Portland, Thursday, October 11, A. D. 1821.
Present—R. W. WILLIAM SWAN, G. M. p. t.
R.W. CHARLES FOX, S. G. W. p. t.
R.W. NELSON RACKLYFT, J.G.W.p.t.
R.W. CHARLES B. SMITH, G. Treas. p. t.
R.W. WILLIAM LORD, G. Sec'y.
R.W. SETH CLARK, S. G. D. p. t.
R.W. AMOS NICHOLS, J. G. D. p. t.
R.W. JAMES McARTHUR,} G. Stewards.
R.W. JOHN HULL, G. Stewards
Bro. WILLIAM STEVENS, G. Tyler.
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Lodges represented:
Portland, Village, Amity,
United, Adoniram, Ancient Land-mark.
A petition from a number of Brethren in the town of North Yarmouth, praying for a charter to hold a Lodge in that place by the name of Casco Lodge, was laid before the Grand Lodge, read, and committed to R. W. Seth Clark, R. W. Charles Fox and R. W. Amos Nichols.
The committee to whom was referred the petition of Calvin Stockbridge and others for a new Lodge to be held at North Yarmouth, in the County of Cumberland, to be be called Casco Lodge, have attended to the duty assigned them; and having examined the papers accompanying said petition, and finding them conformable to the Rules and Regulations of the Grand Lodge, report, that the prayer of said petition be granted.
On motion,
Voted, That the foregoing Report be accepted, and that a charter be granted accordingly.
A petition from Bro. Samuel Emerson was laid before the Grand Lodge, read, and committed to R. W. Simon Greenleaf, Seth Clark, and Charles B. Smith.
Voted, That the committee on Diplomas be authorized to get two hundred diplomas on parchment, instead of one hundred as voted at our last communication.
R. W. William Swan laid before the Grand Lodge sundry papers from Lubec, which were read and ordered to be put on file.
Grand Lodge closed in due form.
Attest, WILLIAM LORD, G. Secretary.
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