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HISTORY OF BROCKTON.
MEMBERS.
Term Expires 1891.
Warren A. Reed,
A. V. Lyon,
David W. Battles.
Term Expires 1892. Martha J. Farwell,
S. F. Packard, Wallace C. Keith.
1891.
Hon. Ziba C. Keith, Mayor, Chairman, ex-officio. S. F. Packard, Vice-Chairman. B. B. Russell, Secretary.
MEMBERS.
Term Expires 1891.
Term Expires 1892.
Term Expires 1893.
Warren A. Reed,
Martha J. Farwell,
Fred P. Richmond,
Loyed E. Chamberlain,
Warren T. Copeland.
1892. Hon. Ziba C. Keith, Mayor, Chairman, ex-officio. S. F. Packard, Vice- Chairman. B. B. Russell, Secretary.
MEMBERS.
Term Expires 1892.
Term Expires 1893.
Term Expires 1894.
Martha J. Farwell,
Fred P. Richmond,
A. V. Lyon,
S. F. Packard, Wallace C. Keith.
Loyed E. Chamberlain,
Warren T. Copeland.
David W. Battles, George W. Cobb.
1893.
Hon. Ziba C. Keith, Mayor, Chairman, ex-officio. S. F. Packard, Vice- Chairman. B. B. Russell, Secretary.
MEMBERS.
Term Expires 1893.
Term Expires 1894. Term Expires 1895.
Fred P. Richmond, A. V. Lyon,
Martha J. Farwell,
Loyed E. Chamberlain,
David W. Battles,
S. F. Packard,
Warren T. Copeland. Warren Goddard. Wallace C. Keith.
B. B. Russell, Superintendent of Schools.
The following statistics are inserted to show to future generations the present condition of the city, its population and growth.
Population of Brockton by census of 1890 27,272
Estimated population May 1, 1892 30,324
Assessed valuation May 1, 1892 $19,172,307
Term Expires 1890. Chas. W. Robinson, Fred P. Richmond,
Loyed E. Chamberlain.
A. V. Lyon, David W. Battles.
S. F. Packard,
Wallace C. Keith.
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SCHOOLS.
Number of children between five and fifteen years of age, May 1,
1892
4,788
Number May 1, 1891
4,647
Number May 1, 1890
4,284
Number May 1, 1889.
3,985
Number May 1, 1888
3,748
Number May 1, 1887
3,544
Number May 1, 1886.
3,319
Increase during the year
141
Number of children attending school during the year ending May 1, 189 '
4,976
Number of teachers regularly employed.
108
Increase during the year
5
Number of different teachers employed during the year.
129
Number of school houses occupied at date
26
Number of school houses occupied January 1, 1892.
26
Number of school rooms occupied at date.
101
Number of school rooms occupied January 1, 1892 99
Number of children attending per last report.
4,390
The birthplaces of 3,946 pupils are :
Brockton. 1,913
Other towns of Massachusetts 1,318
Other States of the Union 419
Sweden
81
England.
47
Nova Scotia
42
Canada
39
Ireland
28
New Brunswick .
20
Scotland.
14
Prince Edward's Island
10
Denmark
3
Newfoundland.
3
Russia
3
New Zealand
2
Germany
2
Italy
1
France.
1
The birthplaces of 6,552 of the parents are :
Children having both parents born in Brockton 111
Children having one parent born in Brockton. 693
Parents born in other towns of Massachusetts 2,630
Parents born in other States of the Union 1,247
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Parents born in Ireland
541
Parents born in Sweden
347
Parents born in England 226
Parents born in Canada .. 223
Parents born in Nova Scotia
157
Parents born in Scotland
76
Parents born in New Brunswick
57
Parents born in Prince Edward's Island
43
Parents born in Newfoundland
26
Parents born in Italy
21
Parents born in France
9
Parents born in Germany
9
Parents born in Russia
8
Parents born in Cape Breton
6
Parents born in Denmark
3
Parents born in Poland
2
Parents born in Portugal
1
Parents born in Moravia.
1
Parents born in Wales
1
Parents born in Malta ..
1
Parents born in New Zealand
1
Parents born in West Indies
1
CHAPTER XIX.
MASONIC.
Paul Revere Lodge F. & A. Masons-Original Petitioners-First Officers-List of Past Masters-Officers for 1892-First Meetings in "Kingman's Block"-Dedication of the New Masonic Hall in City Block-Description of the New Lodge Rooms-Bay State Commandery of Knights Templar-Original Members-Officers for 1892- Brockton Council Royal and Select Masters-Past Masters -- Officers for 1892-Satucket Royal Arch Chapter-Original Members-First Officers-List of High Priests-Officers for 1892-St. George Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons-Charter Members-Formal Organization -- Ceremonies -- Past Worshipful Masters-Officers for 1892.
M ASONIC .- PAUL REVERE LODGE OF FREE AND ACCEPTED MASONS .- This lodge was instituted February 5, 1856, and is in a flourishing condition, with a prospect of extended usefulness under its excellent officers.
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On the first day of January, 1856, a small band of Masons met in the hall of the Massasoit Lodge of Odd Fellows, to consider the ex- pediency of organizing a lodge of Free Masons, in the town of North Bridgewater. As the result of that meeting, a petition was sent to the Grand Lodge for the requisite authority, and on the fourth day of Feb- ruary following, a dispensation was received empowering the petitioners to work.
The original petitioners were Lucien B. Keith, George Clark, Lorenzo D. Hervey, Robert Smith, Alexander Hichborn, Jonas R. Perkins, esq., Augustus Mitchell, David Cobb, Thomas May, Samuel Howard and Hiram Packard.
The following were the officers at the formation of the society : Lucien B Keith, W. M .; George Clark, S.W .; Lorenzo D. Hervey, J. W .; Augustus Mitchell, S. D .; Alexander Hichborn, J. D ; Robert Smith, treasurer; Jonas R. Perkins, secretary ; Hiram Packard, S. S .; Thomas Mayhew, tyler.
The past worshipful masters from 1857 to 1889, are as follows :
Lucius B. Keith, Augustus Mitchell, George Clark, Peter F. Holly- wood, Charles C. Bixby, 1864-65 ; Enos H. Reynolds, 1866-67 ; Baalis Sanford, 1868-69; Francis M. French, 1870-71 ; Samuel F. Howard, 1872; Ferdinand Smith, 1873-74 ; John S. Fuller, 1875-76; Fred L. Trow, 1877-78; A. Cranston Thompson, 1879-80 ; John A. Jackson, 1881-82; Edward Parker, 1883-84; David W. Battles, 1885-86 ; D. W. Blankinship, 1887-88 ; Francis E. Shaw, 1889-90; Herbert I. Mitchell, 1891-92 ; Albion H. Howe, 1893-94.
The following are the officers for 1892 : Herbert I. Mitchell, W. M. ; Albion H. Howe, S. W .; William H. Emerson, J. W. ; Bradford E. Jones, treasurer ; Fred R. French, secretary ; J. Emil C. Lagergren, chaplain ; J. Melvin Sampson, marshal ; Calvin R. Barrett, S. D .; Orlando S. Taber, J. D. ; Howard I. Beal, S. S. ; Bernard B. Winslow, J. S. ; Arthur D. Copeland, I. S .; Henry C. Gurney, organist ; George E. Bryant, tyler. Meetings are held the first Tuesday of each month at Masonic Hall, City block, Main street.
The leading spirit in the movement to establish a Masonic lodge in North Bridgewater, now Brockton, was the ever-to-be-remembered father in Masonry, Lucien B. Keith, who was the first master of the
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lodge. Around his name cluster many precious memories, and in his life were exemplified the principles and character of that noble institu- tion as in few others.
The results of the first year were satisfactory, six new members hav- ing been admitted. The second year of its history brought the great financial crisis that crippled so many institutions and led to so many disasters. But the young lodge, with the mantle of a great name upon it, went steadily forward, and April 6, 1857, was duly constituted by the Grand Lodge. The year 1861, which thrilled the country with its first experience of civil war, called hundreds of the young men into the country's service. Many of these had been intending to join the fraternity, and now, as they prepared to leave their homes and friends for the battle field, they desired to unite themselves with the Masons be- fore departing. About one hundred were admitted, but, alas, how many never returned. Since the close of the war, the lodge has had a steady and healthy growth, the roll of membership now numbering up- ward of two hundred and fifty members. This lodge first met in King- man's block, Main street in 1857.
In November, 1867, this organization had fitted for their use ad- ditional apartments in that block, at an expense of twenty-five hun- dred dollars. The furnishings were rich and elegant, floor beautifully carpeted, heavy black walnut seats luxuriously upholstered surrounded the room, besides chairs, desks, etc., were of grand design, and models of excellent taste. The entire upper story of the building was devoted to the purposes of the lodge.
There they held regular meetings for a long time till the erection of "City Block " in 1881, when they sought quarters more fully meeting their wants, numbers, and their finances. Here the four Masonic orders, have their headquarters, which are large and elegant.
DEDICATION OF THE NEW MASONIC HALL .- The dedication of the new hall took place Tuesday afternoon, May 10, 1881, in accordance with the ancient Masonic usage, the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts officiating. The distinguished visitors arrived in town on the mid-after- noon train, and were met at the station by John A. Jackson, Edward Parker, jr., and Charles C. Bixby, constituting a committee of reception. Taking hacks the party drove directly to the hall, which was filled in
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every available part with members of the fraternity, a large number being from other towns and cities. The representatives of the Grand Lodge in attendance were: G. M. Samuel C. Lawrence, of Medford ; D. G. M., Edwin Wright, of Boston ; G. S. W., F. Lyman Winship, of Boston ; G. J. W., Nathan S. Kimball of Haverhill; G. S., S. P. Cheever, of Chelsea ; G. T. Samuels Wells, of Boston ; G. M., F. D. Ely of Dedham ; G. Chap., H. L. Kelsey, of this town. The grand officers were accompanied by D. D. G. M.'s John B. Thayer of the Nineteenth Masonic District and Jonathan Bigelow of the Second District. After being formally announced and received with the honors due their high rank in the order, the grand officers at once proceeded to the simple yet impressive service which has been observed from the early years in the dedication of Masonic lodge rooms. At the con- clusion of the formal ceremonies their formalities gave place to more social exercises, and many availed themselves of the opportunity of an introduction to the officers of the Grand Lodge, and of inspecting the new hall and its appurtenances, to which all had free access. The dis- tinguished guests were given a ride about town, under charge of the committee, which was rendered very delightful by the beautiful sun- shine and balmy breezes of a beautiful spring day. On returning from their drive, they were escorted to supper at the " Brockton House," while the visiting brethren, were entertained in the banquet hall of the Lodge. In the evening, a reception was given to the fraternity and their ladies at which the visiting representatives of the Grand Lodge and delegates from the neighboring lodges were present.
The brotherhood were out in force, and with them were wives, daugh- ters and sweethearts who came with countenances aglow with anima- tion and interest to inspect the elegant quarters of the fraternity and to unite their congratulations with those of the representatives of the Grand Lodge and of the visiting brethren in view of all that was pre- sented to their admiring sight. The assembly gradually centered in the main hall, and at half-past eight some four or five hundred were seated in readiness for the more formal exercises. These were introduced by W. M. John A. Jackson, who in a few words announced P. M. Edward Parker, jr., as master of ceremonies for the evening. Past Worshipful Parker in a brief address referred to the pleasant circumstances under
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which they were gathered, saying that the new apartments had been planned not only for the formal work of the lodge, but for social gath- erings as well, and that it was the purpose of the lodge, as opportunity might present, to provide such entertainments as should often introduce the ladies to their apartments, and instead of breaking up the home life, as had too often been charged upon the Masonic order, bring home life to their halls. He concluded by introducing to the assembly Gen. S. C. Lawrence, Grand Master of the order in Massachusetts.
Grand Master Lawrence was warmly received, and returned his hearty thanks for the generous reception tendered to him and his associates of the Grand Lodge. This, he said, was his first visit to Brockton, and he counted it a happy day in his experience that he had the oppor- tunity of coming to a town concerning which as a centre of so much industry and thrift and marvelous progress he had heard so much. He had been profoundly impressed with all that he had seen since coming within our borders-our numerous factories, the evidences of business activity everywhere presenting themselves, the elegant school buildings, stores and residences which the town possessed, and the thousand indications of enterprise and success to be seen on every hand. Surely in such a community the Masonic institution can but flourish, and after seeing all these exterior tokens of prosperity, he was not surprised that Paul Revere lodge is flourishing so finely. He enlarged upon the influence of Masonry in developing the best interests of the people, and upon the important work being done by this noble institution in cultivat- ing the social and more refined elements of society. He expressed his great pleasure in seeing the fair sex so fully represented, and now that old prejudices against the order are dying out, the principles of Masonry are becoming more and more honored and loved, not only by our fellow men, but among the ladies, who are now so often seen inside our lodge rooms. General Lawrence closed his very happy remarks by again congratulating Paul Revere Lodge on their new apartments and on all the evidences of prosperity they were presenting.
A song, with musical accompaniment, was then given by Miss Mary Packard very acceptably, after which P. M. Charles C. Bixby was intro- duced as the chronicler of a brief historical sketch of Paul Revere
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Lodge, from which we derived many particulars of the dedicatory exer- cises, and the success of the organization.
The address of Past Worshipful Bixby, was full of interest, and was given with much fervor and a pathos of feeling that often touched the feelings of the audience. He paid a beautiful tribute to Judge Jonas R. Perkins, who had so faithfully served the lodge as its secretary for the term of sixteen years.
DESCRIPTION OF THE NEW LODGE ROOMS .- The new suite of apartments numbers fourteen in all, the more important being the main lodge room, the Knights Templars prelate's room, armory, banquet hall and reception room. The former of these stands first in size, ele- gance and luxuriance of outfit. It is a large and commodious hall, the fine proportions of which, combined with the style of its artistic deco- rations and of its furnishings, at once produce impressions that grow upon the visitor the more its details are inspected. The ceiling and upper walls exhibit the frescoer's art in unusual richness. In the center of the ceiling is a representation of the starry canopy of the heavens ; at various points in the inner border are other Masonic emblems, while toward the walls are more fanciful and elaborate figures that in colors and shapes perfect the harmony of the grand design. On the sides of the room, high up above the rich dadoes, are four statue representations of Faith, Hope, Charity and Silence. These under the illumination of the gas jets present an exceedingly fine effect.
The furnishing and fittings of the hall are of a character to comport with the artistic decorations. The east, or the seat of the Worshipful Master, is almost regal in its appointments. On the semi-circular plat- form approached by five broad steps is the master's chair, a magnificent piece of furniture, while at its front and right is an elegant pedestal supporting one of the " three lights." On either hand are other. chairs, and overhanging is an ornamental arched canopy prettily frescoed. The chairs for the wardens are similar in style, though in some respects less demonstrative in surroundings, while in the "North " is a platform slightly raised, for the organ. In their appropriate positions are desks of pleasing pattern for the secretary and treasurer, and around the hall are handsomely upholstered seats for the members, accommo- dations being provided for 200 or more. The floor is covered with
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a beautiful Brussels carpet, modest in style yet rich in effect, and four elegant chandeliers of shining brass give abundant light to the apartment. It would be difficult to mention any particular either in the quality of the decorations or the preparations for the comfort and con- venience of the members that is not fully met by the careful thought of the committee.
Opening out of the main hall is another large apartment for the special use of Bay State Commandery of Knights Templars. It is to be known as the prelate's room, and is handsomely adorned and furnished. A side door leads to the armory, where in a line of beautiful black walnut cases with glass fronts are kept the uniforms of the Sir Knights. In this room are also the large black walnut cases that contain the ban- ners of the lodge and commandery.
The easterly section of the story is occupied by the banquet hall, a roomy apartment some seventy feet in length by forty in width. It is light and airy in style, its frescoing presenting a very cheerful tint, and . the chandeliers being of a very graceful pattern. The floor is left un- carpeted, and a raised musicians' platform also suggests that the hall will be at times devoted to dancing. A kitchen is conveniently arranged near at hand, and a separate stairway leads directly to the ground on Ward street.
We have not space to describe minutely the tyler's corridor, or the several smaller apartments fitted up as accessories to the main hall. All are conveniently arranged and in harmony with the rest. The last room that the visitor leaves, as it is the first he enters, is the reception room, fitted up in the same elegant style that has al- ready been noted. A beautiful Brussels carpet covers the floor, a handsome black walnut library table occupies the center, luxurious arm- chairs invite the stay of those who enter, a magnificent mirror stands over the mantel, the windows are shaded with curtains of a soft and agreeable tint, and hung about the walls are a long line of portraits of the past masters of the lodge. A glance through an open door shows a commodious coat room, and near at hand is a stairway leading to a retreat provided for the special accommodation of those who delight in the dreamy incense of the fragrant Havana. Altogether, the social apartments present attractions that are no less complete than are the arrangements for the work of the lodge room.
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It is needless to say that the plans and prosecution of the work of fitting up this fine hall, and its appurtenances have required the labors and attentions of an efficient committee. They have given their efforts in season and out of season to accomplish the mission entrusted to their hands, and the successful result of their labors is apparent in every detail connected with the undertaking. The committee was com- posed as follows :- Baalis Sanford, jr., C. C. Bixby, A. C. Thompson, F. L. Trow, John A. Jackson, Edward Parker, jr., D. W. Blankinship, H. H. Filoon and R. T. Sollis. The work of carrying out the plans of the committee has been intrusted chiefly to Mr. F. L. Trow, a practical carpenter, whose large experience as a worker in wood, together with his warm interest in the welfare of the lodge, have insured thorough and tasteful work from beginning to end. The frescoing, as we have before stated, was done by Whittaker Brothers of Boston, and their skill as artists is apparent wherever the touch of their brushes is seen. The tables, mirrors and armory furnishings were from the establishment of Howard, Clark & Company, and the elegant furniture outfit of the two main halls was furnished by W. H. Tobey. All the carpeting was from the store of H. W. Robinson & Company, and embraces patterns entirely new. The draperies are from Messrs. H. W. Robin- son & Co.'s and they are worthy of their reputation ; the altar and pedestal attest the excellent work done at A. C. Thompson's; the canopies are from the hand of John A. Jackson; and the gas fixtures from the well-known establishment of N. W. Turner & Company, of Boston.
BAY STATE COMMANDERY OF KNIGHTS TEMPLARS .- A special as- sembly of the Grand Commandery of Massachusetts and Rhode Island was called to meet at Brockton, Mass., June 24, 1874, for the purpose of constituting the " Bay State Commandery." The day was all that could be desired, a gala day for Brockton ; bright uniforms and beauti- ful banners made a grand display, which, together with fine music, the scene was not soon forgotten. The assembly met in Music Hall, where were the ceremonies. A banquet was served in Murray Hall, which was in the style for which the citizens of Brockton are famous. This was the first public introduction of Knights Templars Masonry into the town.
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List of original members : Baalis Sanford, jr., Davis Snow Packard, Everett Austin Packard, Henry Copeland, john O. Emerson, Joseph W. Freeman, Henry W. Gammon, John Smith Fuller, Leonard Church Stetson, George F. Coughlin, Henry B. Wood Hiram C. Alden, Will- iam H. Alden, Jason G. Howard, Enos Hawes Reynolds, Lewis Porter, George Richardson Thompson, Albion Harrison Howe, James H. Cooper, Edward Ornan Noyes, Charles A. P. Mason, Thomas Recd, Allen Crocker, Elbridge Wilson Morse, Rufus E. Brett, Charles Chancy Bixby, Frank Morton, J. Winsor Pratt, George B. Coggswell, Henry Herbert Howard, Jonas Reynolds Perkins, Lysander Bradford Howard, Francis Mortimer French, George Edward Freeman, David Brayton, Edgar Everett Dean, Samuel Bond Hinckley, Oscar Calkins, Theodore Meyers House, A. J. Gove, George Brett, Charles Francis Porter, Fred. L. Brett, Edward Parker, jr.
List of first officers : Edward Parker, E. C .; Baalis Sanford, jr., general ; Henry H. Packard, captain gen. ; Theodore M. House, prelate ; Hiram C. Alden, S. W. ; Enos H. Reynolds, J. W .; John O. Emerson, treas. ; H. Herbert Howard, recorder ; George R. Thompson, sword bearer ; Henry W. Gammons, standard bearer ; James H. Cooper, W. ; Joseph W. Free- man, E. Austin Packard, John S. Fuller, C.'s of G .; Albion H. Howe, sentinel. The past eminent commanders are: Edward Parker, jr. ; Baalis Sanford, jr., Henry H. Packard, Charles C. Bixby, A. Cranston Thompson, Elmer W. Walker, Veranus Filoon, Edward S. Powers.
Officers for 1892. - George F. Walker, E. C. ; David W. Battles, gen- eral ; Albion H. Howe, captain general ; Francis E. Shaw, prelate ; John A. Jackson, S. W. ; Ira A. F. Burnham, J. W. ; A. Cranston Thompson; treasurer ; Baalis Sanford, recorder ; E. Frank Packard, standard bearer ; Herbert L. Kingman, sword bearer; Herbert I. Mitchell, warden , Howard I. Beal, third guard; Charles F. Andrews, second guard ; Charles Peterson, first guard ; George E. Bryant, second sentinel ; Henry C. Gurney, organist. Meetings are held the third Monday in each month at Masonic Hall, City block, Main street.
BROCKTON COUNCIL, ROYAL AND SELECT MASTERS .- Chartered April, 1884.
Veranus Filoon, T. I. M .; A. Cranston Thompson, Dep. ; Edward S. Powers, P. C. W .; Davis S. Packard, Treas .; Baalis Sanford, jr., Rec. ;
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Charles C. Bixby, C. of G. ; Edward Parker, jr., Con ; Rev. Samuel Hodgkiss, Chap. ; Enos H. Reynolds, M. ; James Edgar, St. ; Stephen W. Leighton, Sent. Meet on the third Friday of each month, in " Masonic Hall," City block, Main street. The following have been past thrice illustrious masters : Veranus Filoon, 1884-86, A. Cranston Thompson, 1886 88, Edward S. Powers, 1889.
Officers for 1892 : Edward Parker, T. I. Master ; David W. Battles, deputy ; Baalis Sanford, P. C. of Work .; John A. Jackson, treasurer ; Elmer W. Walker, recorder; Henry M. Kingman, capt. of guard ; Francis E. Shaw, con. ; Charles C. Bixby, chap. ; Charles F. Andrews, steward ; George E. Bryant, second sentinel. Meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month at Masonic Hall, City block, Main street.
SATUCKET ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER -The following persons petitioned for a chapter of Royal Arch Masons, which was granted December 7, 1869 : Charles C. Bixby, Baalis Sanford, jr., Francis M. French, Enos H. Reynolds, Loring W. Puffer, Francis B. Washburn, Davis S. Packard, Francis A. Thayer, Samuel B. Hinckley, L. Brad- ford Howard, Alfred Laws, Rufus E Brett, Allen Crocker, Jonas R. Perkins, Peter F. Hollywood, Francis M. Sylvester, E. I. Packard, W. S. Gurney, James H. Cooper, Henry A. Brett, Edgar E. Dean, E. Wilson Morse, William W. Cross, Benjamin R. Clapp, J. D. Mitchell.
The following is a list of the first officers: Baalis Sanford, jr., H. P. ; Charles C. Bixby, K .; Francis M. French, S .; Alfred Laws, C. of H. ; Enos H. Reynolds, P. S .; E. Austin Packard, R. A. C .; James H. Cooper, M. 3d V .; Davis S. Packard, M. 2d V. ; Charles A. P. Mason, M. Ist V. ; Francis A. Thayer, treas ; Jonas R. Perkins, sec. ; George G. Withington, chap .; John Underhay, S. S .; Veranus Filoon, J. S. ; Hiram D. Kendrick, tyler.
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