The Anti-Masonic Party was founded in 1828 in upstate New York, capitalizing on the negative sentiment towards Freemasons after William Morgan, a Mason himself, was kidnapped and supposed dead because he attempted to publish information on Masonic secrets. The party introduced the concept of nominating committees in 1831, nominating former Attorney General William Wirt to run for president. He did not win the election the following year, and ironically split the opposition against Andrew Jackson, aiding his victory. Andrew Jackson was a primary enemy of the Anti-Masonic Party.
The "Mason Handshake" refers to one of the modes of recognition in Freemasonry, and is considered a secret to Masons. Its purpose is so that one Mason may recognize another in complete darkness.
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There is no such formal ceremony for a masonic marriage.
There is no such thing as Masonic Lodge Money.
The definition of Masonic is having an affiliation with the Freemasons.
Masonic College was created in 1844.
Lewis Masonic was created in 1801.
There is a Masonic cornerstone that was laid after it was built, but not part of the statue. There have been several presidents who were members of the Masonic lodge. George Washington was Grand Master of the Virginia Masonic lodge and had a Masonic funeral.
There is not a camel on a Masonic ring. The symbols located on a Masonic ring include the Masonic square, a compass, and sometimes the letter G. A Masonic ring is often worn on the right, little finger.
Masonic cufflinks are used to accessorize the dress or masonic attire. It is mainly used for decorative and aesthetic function. Some people are collecting vintage masonic cufflinks for selling in an auction.
Coeur d'Alene Masonic Temple was created in 1909.
Hailey Masonic Lodge was created in 1937.
Hobart Masonic Hall was created in 1889.