Inventory of the Order of the Eastern Star. New York (State), 27th District Records 1911-1939 Order of the Eastern Star. New York, 27th District Mss. Acc. 2009.116

Inventory of the Order of the Eastern Star. New York (State), 27th District Records 1911-1939

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Special Collections Research Center
Accession Number Mss. Acc. 2009.116


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Repository:
Special Collections Research Center
Identification:
01/Mss. Acc. 2009.116
Title:
Order of the Eastern Star. New York (State), 27th District Records 1911-1939
Quantity:
0.02
Alternate Extent Statement:
1 vol.
Creator:
New York (State), 27th district arrangement
Language of Materials
The records are in: English
Abstract:
Journal documenting in great detail activities like conventions, receptions, and other programs, for the 27th District of the Order of the Eastern Star, New York (State) for the years 1911-1939. Also includes printed copies of 25 programs for events hosted by the masonic organization and information on grand matrons from 1892-1913.

Administrative Information

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open to all researchers.

Conditions Governing Use

Before reproducing or quoting from any materials, in whole or in part, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library.

Preferred Citation

Order of the Eastern Star. New York (State), 27th District Records, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary.

Acquisition Information

The materials were acquired by Special Collections Research Center on 03/09/2009.

Processing Information

Accessioned and processed by Ute Schechter, 3/25/2009.

Historical Note

From the Order of the Eastern Star homepage (http://www.easternstar.org/):"The Order of the Eastern Star is the largest fraternal organization in the world to which both women and men may belong.  Worldwide, there are approximately 1 million members under the General Grand Chapter"Eastern Star is a social order comprised of persons with spiritual values, but it is not a religion.  Its appeal rests in the true beauty of the refreshing and character-building lessons that are so sincerely portrayed in its ritualistic work.  A deep fraternal bond exists between its members.  It is the wholesome relationship of sisterly and brotherly love brought about through high principles exemplified in our lives which makes us near and dear to each other."While this is an Order composed of people of deep spiritual convictions, it is open to all faiths, except no faith.  The personal welfare of our members is vital to all of those in the Eastern Star, and it is considered a privilege to help another member whenever we can."Purposes:  The stated purposes of the organization are:  Charitable, Educational, Fraternal and Scientific; but there is much more to it than that.  Dr. Rob Morris, the Poet Laureate of Masonry, founded the Order using the beautiful and inspiring Biblical examples of heroic conduct and moral values.  These portray the noble principles which should adorn the personal lives of Eastern Star members.  Eastern Star strives to take good people and through uplifting and elevating associations of love and service, and through precept and example build an Order which is truly dedicated to charity, truth and loving kindness."Projects:  Concrete evidence of the charitable nature of the organization as it affects others is the millions of dollars which have been raised within the membership to support national, jurisdictional, and local charities.  Many Grand Jurisdictions have homes for their senior members."

Scope and Contents

Journal documenting in great detail activities like conventions, receptions, and other programs, for the 27th District of the Order of the Eastern Star, New York (State) for the years 1911-1939. Also includes printed copies of 25 programs for events hosted by the masonic organization and information on grand matrons from 1892-1913.

Index Terms

    Corporate Name:

  • Order of the Eastern Star. New York (State), 27th district
  • Genre/Form of Material:

  • Journals (accounts)
  • Programs
  • Topical Term:

  • Charitable organizations--New York (State)
  • Women--Societies and clubs.