ful little gifts was bewildering to say the least. I tried to thank the sisters at that time, but fell far short of expressing what I felt. However, it will be a pleasure to recall that day and the tokens of friendship so generously given. I must add that a little daughter arrived at our home on July 31st and again I felt grateful to the dear sisters for their visits and also for the delicious basket of fruit they sent me. Sister Brotherton also entertained the members of the lodge and families on February 21st, and the usual good time and refreshments were served. Sister Brotherton is a hostess "par excellence" and we all enjoy her hospitality to the utmost. In July we had a little picnic supper at the park, which was a pleasure indeed. I wish we might have more such outings. While our pleasures have been many, we have also had our sorrows, Sister Johnson losing her little daughter Madeline, a child of three years of age who had won all our hearts by her sweetness and cleverness. Needless to say, our hearts deeply sympathize with Brother and Sister Johnson in their loss. In June Sister Costigan passed away after a brief illness. Her death was indeed a shock to us all, coming so suddenly. Sister Costigan left a large family to feel the loss of their mother. She was a mother devoted to her husband and family, and duties at home prevented her attending lodge meetings very often, so that we were more than glad when she could meet with us. We extend our deepest sympathy to the husband and children in their bereavement. It seems to me a fitting eulogy would be "such women are the salt of the earth." We have not secured as many new members this year as we might have done. I wish some one with experience would tell us how to keep the sisters interested in securing members and attending lodge meetings regularly. We are falling by the wayside a bit in these things. Now what is the remedy? at our last meeting. We certainly enjoyed her visit and profited by it. In February we gave a supper and dance jointly with the brothers of 461, and a goodly amount added to our treasury. On June 17th the brothers of 461 were our guests for a social evening and entertainment. Such a jolly crowd was there and the supper all that could be desired. We are looking forward to our joint meeting with 461. We were invited to the home of our worthy President, Sister Converse, for a social evening, where games and music was enjoyed and dainty refreshments of ice cream and cake served. We, too, have a sewing circle which meets every two weeks at the homes of the sisters, where we spend our time in sewing aprons and fancy articles which we expect to dispose of at a sale later on. Our membership has been scattered some this summer, many taking vacation trips, but glad to say we always had enough to hold meetings. It is a pleasure to report everything moving along fine, the sisters all interested and the brothers aiding us in every way possible. We are glad to report Bro. George Lyons recovering from an attack of appendicitis, for which he had to undergo an operation a few weeks ago. We meet on the second Tuesday afternoon and the third Tuesday evening in K. of P. hall and we will be pleased to meet any visiting sisters who come our way. They are assured a royal welcome. FROM L. S. 201-(Myrtle Cleveland, Chicago, Ill.) We are still in the field and working hard. We are adding to our membership right along. With just a little more help and encouragement from our brothers we would soon be in the "Big Ten." On the night of May 3d the lodges of Chicago held a meeting together, five lodges being represented. We had with us from out of the city Sister Josephine Watts of Peoria, Ill., that dear good sister who has endeared herself to so many of us and will always find a warm welcome from Chicago sisters. The meeting was presided over by our able and worthy President, Sister Dixon. The sisters of 249 and 201 formed in line and marched to the president's station to beautiful music rendered by Sister Brockway and were introduced to Sister Watts, each presenting her with a carnation. A part of the work was then gone through with, after which a short program was given. The sisters of 146 gave their play entitled "The Third Degree," after which we listened to an interesting talk by Sister Watts, then all marched to the dining hall which was decorated in our lodge colors and the tables with carnations and ferns. It was an evening long to be remembered and we hope to have many more such. FROM L. S. 100-(Mary Masterson, Southland Lodge had Dallas, Texas.) such a good time on June 10th, the occasion being an invitation from Sister Steed to a "Clipping Bee Party" at her suburban home. The house was artistically arranged with woodlawn flowers and emblematic lights of our Order. Many beautiful articles which Sister Steed had made were sold, games were played and delicious Sister Steed refreshments were served. donated the proceeds of the "Clipping Bee" to our treasury and we in return for the many favors we have so generously received from this sister presented her with a hand painted berry set and I am sure all will have a happy memory of that night and a warm place in our hearts for Brother and Sister Steed. Our only regrets are that our dear Editress and distant members were not present to enjoy it with us too. FROM L. S. 133-(Member, El Paso, Texas.) As it has been such a long time since you have heard from 133 I am sure you think us dead, but we are still alive and thriving on the heat and dust. As nothing has appeared in our columns about the visit of our Grand President last November, I want to say that we certainly enjoyed her visit with us and found it very profitable as well. We had her for two days. A secret meeting was held in the afternoon and a joint meeting with the brothers in the evening and the next day, through the courtesy of Brother F. Riley, we were taken to all points of interest in and around the across the Rio city in his auto and Grande to the "Scar Battled City" and through the old Spanish Missions, one of the oldest known in history. We had A ball was given the early part of this year which netted us a goodly sum for our treasury. Our lodge mourns with our beloved Sister Evans in the loss of her dear hus band last January. He was a brother ever ready and willing to help the good work along. We never called on him in vain. Our heartfelt sympathy is with his faithful wife and two little boys.. FROM L. S. 145-(Constance Kidnell, Rosewood Lodge has Eldorado, Ark.) been silent for some time, but the members have not been idle. We have initiated six new members since last you heard from us. April 23d we had a social evening with the brothers and served refreshments consisting of ice cream and cake, which all seemed to enjoy. On July 2d the brothers returned the compliment and gave a supper in honor of Rosewood Lodge, which was largely attended and thoroughly enjoyed by all present. We congratulate ourselves on our good attendance at meetings and also on the interesting meetings held. We extend greetings to all sister lodges. FROM L. S. 56-(Member, Tucson, Arizona.) I want to tell you of the royal treat our lodge had in the visit of our Grand President and her daughter Mabel. We tried to give them a welcome home We and an enjoyable time. Of course our lodge endeavored to do our best. gave a very poor exhibition, but we were excused by a gentle reprimand from our Grand President. Late trains and shortage of time were the cause of all this. Grand We certainly appreciated our President's visit to old Tucson, the birth place of the Ladies Society. It was with many regrets we gave her up to proceed on her way to visit the California lodges -the daughter was kept quite busy acting as private secretary for her mother. The sisters of 56 were very brave to try and hold meetings this summer, with the exception of two meetings-for many of our sisters were away from the city on their vacations, but we are expecting many new members. We trust that they will come regularly to meetings, for we need them to assist in the work. We are not many in numbers, on account of many moving away, etc. Just three of our charter members left, but now that the cooler months have come the work spirit has revived and I hope every member will make it her duty to be present at all meetings unless sickness prevents. I trust that the Ladies Society will grow rapidly and that the visitation to the different lodges by our Grand President will bring large results and that all will benefit by her kind words of advice and instruction, helping us to be ever mindful of our obligation and motto. May the Lord bless her remaining days for the many good deeds and labors for the Ladies Society is the wish of a true sister of the West. FROM L. S. 273—(Mrs. Mae N. Kirkman, Norristown, Pa.) Valley Forge Lodge 273 of Norristown, Pa., wishes to be mentioned in the Magazine. We are small in numbers but we are loyal to our order. We number but eighteen but are endeavoring to increase our membership. On July 17th we had the extreme pleasure of entertaining our worthy Grand President, Sister G. M. Sargent, and her daughter. We also had Instructor Mary J. O'Malley with us for a visit, which we greatly appreciated. As our little lodge is named after one of Washington's headquarters, Valley Forge, which is one of the most historical places in the country, we took our guests and sister members on a visit to the Forge in a large automobile, which was provided by the brothers of 730. On our arrival we had luncheon. After visiting all of the places of interest and amusement we returned to our lodge room and had a secret meeting at which our Grand President gave a helpful and interesting address which touched the hearts of every member and I think every sister will try and do better in her part for the good and welfare of the order. Before closing, our Grand President was presented with a lovely hand-painted plate of Washington and other historical places. We also gave one to Sister O'Malley and a pretty belt buckle to Miss Mabel Sargent. At eight o'clock the brothers and friends assembled at the hall for an open meeting. Addresses were given by our Grand President and Instructor and splendid musical numbers enjoyed, after which refreshments brought to a close a very enjoyable evening. We feel that our lodge will be stronger and will work harder than ever before as the result of the visit of these sisters. FROM L. S. 197-(L. M. Roberts, Oakland, California.) Not seeing anything in the Magazine from L. S. 197 I thought I would let the sisters know we are alive and prospering. Ꭺ We enjoyed a visit from our worthy Grand President and her daughter. secret meeting was held in the afternoon, where we listened to good advice, and the kindly words of encouragement will long be remembered-come again, Sister Sargent. In the evening a committee escorted our Grand President to the lodge room of the brothers, where she gave another very interesting talk, which I know stirred the brothers up to the interests of both orders. We have added three new members and expect more applications soon. The third Friday of each month is social night with the brothers and all of the eligibles are always invited. We spend a pleasant evening playing cards and refreshments are always served. Visiting sisters are always welcomed to all of our meetings and merry-makings. We FROM L. S. 91-(Mary Rishe, Altoona, Pa.) Mountain City Lodge 91, Altoona, Pa., wants to send greetings to the sister lodges. We also want to tell you of a visit to our city from our worthy Grand President, Sister Sargent. held a special session in the afternoon and listened to a fine address by the Grand President and in the evening we again returned to the hall to enjoy a fine program of music and addresses. We presented Sister Sargent with a handsome cut glass dish, after which dainty refreshments were served and all felt that it had been an evening well spent. In July we held our annual picnic at Lake Mont Park and all reported a fine time. On August 30th we gave a grand ball in honor of our fifteen years as an organization. A large crowd was present and our treasury was materially increased. We hope to hold another one ere long. We sympathize with Brother and Sister Crawford in the loss of their onemonth-old twin boys. FROM L. S. 116-(Mrs. Minnie Pearce Forwood, Baltimore, Maryland.) We very much enjoy hearing of the work being done in other lodges, and we feel proud to say we have added many new members very recently to our membership and hold applications for several others. We have very good atendance at all meetings and usually have a social hour after meetings, where we have many good things to eat. Members of our lodge had the pleasure of witnessing the organization of Thomas E. Fitzgerald Lodge 274 last December. On May 3d we celebrated our thirteenth anniversary, with Sister Sargent, our worthy Grand President, present. We greatly enjoyed her being with us, also the splendid talk she gave us. May 16th was named by Sister Wooden as the day for our lodge to visit her at her home in Renora, Pa. Sisters Markey, Buell, Howard, Rutter, Grayton, Crouse and Forwood accepted the invitation. Sister Wooden proved that she especially planned and considered the appetite of each in order to add to the pleasure of our entertainment, for she had an ample supply of soup of excellent quality on hand for Sister Grayton. FROM L. S. 306—(Daisy Staples, Willmar, Minnesota.) We began the year with a joint installation of officers with the brothers of No. 90. The work was well done and at its conclusion an elegant banquet was served and the remainder of the evening spent in dancing, games, etc. Another interesting evening was the celebration of our first anniversary on March 5th. The halls were gaily decorated for the occasion, the lodge rooms in our L. S. colors and the dining-room in the B. of L. F. and E. colors. Carnations were used for the table decorations. The brothers united with us in making this one of the many evenings never to be forgotten. We have had several enjoyable afternoons, one a surprise stork shower for Sister Overguard, which was a complete success. Then, our VicePresident, Sister Johnson, entertained us at a "Quilting Bee." After quilting two quilts, we were served with a most tempting lunch and all had a good time. The first Tuesday of each month we have our Flower Club meetings. It always meets at the home of some of the sisters, who serve lunch and we pay ten cents, which is kept in a fund to be used for flowers for our sick sisters and brothers. We have initiated several new members lately and have two for our next meeting, also three applications on file. We are busy finishing up a silk quilt which we are going to dispose of at our county fair. FROM L. S. 173-(Nelle Buchanan, Bellefontaine, Ohio.) Since March, the month of our organization, Pride of Bee Line Lodge has been up and doing. We meet in the K. of P. Hall on the second Wednesday of each month and on the fourth Wednesday we have house parties to help keep up the social part. We served supper for a ball given by the brothers, which added a neat little sum to our treasury. One of our number has moved away, but we are adding new members right along and have more applications on file. Last July Sister Mae McCoy entertained the sisters and their husbands to a six o'clock dinner. This was a very pleasant affair. Everything constituting a first-class chicken dinner was served, and games and music occupied the time until a late hour-a collection was taken and the same placed in the treasury. The stork has not been idle-a boy has arrived to gladden the home of Sister McAdams, and as he is the first baby of our lodge we feel sure that he will become a Brotherhood man at some future time. We are glad to announce our lodge is prospering and to send greetings to all lodges. Quarterly Insurance Assessment. (Second Series Numbers.) Notice No. 40, for the Quarter Ending December 31, 1912. GRAND LODGE LADIES SOCIETY OF THE BROTHERHOOD OF LOCOMOTIVE FIREMEN AND ENGINEMEN. Office of GRAND SECRETARY AND TREASURER. BOONE, IOWA, December 1, 1912. To All Treasurers of Subordinate Lodges: Sisters Assessment No. 40, for the quarter ending December 31, 1912, is hereby levied upon all members holding membership in the Insurance Department of the Society on or before November 1, 1912. You will forward to this office so as to reach here on or before the tenth day of December, 1912, the sum of sixty (60) cents from each member carrying a $200 policy, one dollar and twenty ($1.20) cents from each member carrying a $400 policy and one dollar and fifty ($1.50) cents from each member carrying a $500 policy, using the two printed blanks which accompany this notice. All remittances to be made by draft, postoffice or express money order, pay Sadie Sawyer, Lodge 146, Chicago, Illinois, died July 12, 1912. Cause of death, ruptured appendix. Amount of insurance, $200. Myrtle Baker, Lodge 307, Evanston, Wyoming, died August 8, 1912. Cause of death, peritonitis. Amount of insurance, $500. Eunice Dole, Lodge 142, Buffalo, N. Y., died September 1, 1912. Cause of death, broncho pneumonia. Amount of insurance, $200. Lillian Stoopes, Lodge 27, Wilmington, Delaware, died September 1, 1912. Cause of death, hepatitis. Amount of insurance, $400. Eliza Powell, Lodge 29, Topeka, Kan., died September 3, 1912. Cause of death, abscess of the liver and stomach trouble. Amount of insurance, $200. Agnes Adams, Lodge 162, Algiers, La., died September 14, 1912. Cause of death, appendicitis. Amount of insurance, $500. |