Monthly Archives: May 2012

The Loyal Order of Moose

Posted on May 8, 2012 by gravelyspeaking

The Loyal Order of Moose was founded in a doctor’s living room in Louisville, Kentucky, in the spring of 1888.  Dr. John Henry Wilson organized the order as a place for men to get together to socialize.  By the early … Continue reading →

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Veteran of the Cross

Posted on May 7, 2012 by gravelyspeaking

Some of the lowest paid professionals of the Twentieth Century were men and women of the cloth who served congregations across the country.  Pastors work long hours, stay up with families in joyous times and some of the most trying … Continue reading →

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The Boat to the Other Side

Posted on May 6, 2012 by gravelyspeaking

Since ancient times, the imagery of the boat to ferry a soul from one realm to the other has been a part of the symbolism of death.  In Greek mythology, the River Styx wrapped its way around Hades (the Underworld) … Continue reading →

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Knights of Pythias

Posted on May 3, 2012 by gravelyspeaking

In 1864, the Knights of Pythias was founded by Justus H. Rathbone, making it the very first fraternal organization to receive a charter under an Act of the United States Congress.  The society is based on the Greek story of friendship from 400 … Continue reading →

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