This first Volume, published in 1971 by the Oklahoma Lodge of Research, is a collection of articles taken, as the Foreword states, “from the Masonic Quarries of Soonerland.” Table of Contents In the Beginning by Clarence Lockhart Preparation of a Lodge History by B.F.Mandlebaum & L.E. Vanatta The Spirit of … 〈 Read ‎­More 〉 …

Jewels of Masonic Eloquence by Clifford O. Fritz and Charles N. Harmon With its verbose subtitle “True Stories of Mercy and Assistance at ‘Distress Signal’ and Reasons for the Roman Catholic Church’s Fight on Masonry and History of the Wonderful Part Played by Masons in National Affairs, Selected from every … 〈 Read ‎­More 〉 …

History of Free Masonry in Oklahoma by Charles E. Creager, John G. Hough, and James A. Lathim This comprehensive survey of the early history of Freemasonry in Indian Territory and Oklahoma was originally published in 1935 by the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Oklahoma.  In 1973 the Oklahoma … 〈 Read ‎­More 〉 …

Oklahoma Masonic Centennial Lodges  1874 – 1974 This collection of photographs of the many Masonic Temples in existence throughout Oklahoma in 1974 was published by the Oklahoma Lodge of Research “to present a pictorial and written document covering the first 100 years of Masonry in the State of Oklahoma.”  For … 〈 Read ‎­More 〉 …

Grand Masters of Oklahoma This is a collection of biographical sketches of all of the Grand Masters of the Grand Lodges of Indian Territory and Oklahoma Territory and of the Grand Masters of the Grand Lodge of the State of Oklahoma through 1975, when it was published by the Oklahoma … 〈 Read ‎­More 〉 …

Masonry in Enid, Oklahoma by Russell C. Marshall With the words “This shall be the story of Masonry in one small part of Oklahoma, and, more specifically, in Enid, Oklahoma,” the author begins his comprehensive history of Enid Lodge #80, along with Garfield Lodge #501 and Friendship Lodge #525.  This … 〈 Read ‎­More 〉 …

Masonic Knowledge A Liberal Masonic Education Compiled from the writings of Albert G. Mackey and arranged by Paul Gore This two book set was published in 1980 and 1981 by the Oklahoma Lodge of Research so that “Masons who have a desire to learn more of Masonry and her beauties … 〈 Read ‎­More 〉 …

This collection of articles was published in 1987 by the Oklahoma Lodge of Research. Table of Contents Harry S. Truman and Lawton Lodge No. 183 by Larry W. Snow A Brief History Duncan Lodge No. 60 by C.N. Allison Grand Hailing Stone by Larry W. Snow History of Lexington Lodge … 〈 Read ‎­More 〉 …

This collection of articles was published in 1988 by the Oklahoma Lodge of Research. Table of Contents Past Master’s Degree by Larry W. Snow Robert William Hill by Larry W. Snow Ritual and the Work: Indian Territory by Larry W. Snow Ritual and the Work: Oklahoma Territory by Larry W. … 〈 Read ‎­More 〉 …

This Volume, which was published in 1988 by the Oklahoma Lodge of Research, contains thorough histories of three early Territorial Lodges. Table of Contents Centennial History of Purcell Lodge No. 27 by Larry W. Snow History of Ok-la-ho-ma Lodge No. 217 (Arkansas Constitution) by Larry W. Snow A Brief History … 〈 Read ‎­More 〉 …

History of Cherokee Lodge No. 10 by George W. Moser This exhaustive history of Cherokee Lodge No. 10 was originally published in 1970 and, after the death of the author, was republished in 1989 by the Oklahoma Lodge of Research, with additional material. Table of Contents In the Beginning The … 〈 Read ‎­More 〉 …

Master Mason:  W∴ George Washington by Robert T. Shipe This account of the “Father of Our Country” and arguably our most famous Masonic Brother was published in 1993 by the Oklahoma Lodge of Research. Table of Contents Chronology of Selected Events in George Washington’s Life His Early Years 1732 – … 〈 Read ‎­More 〉 …

Memories: Oklahoma Masonic Children’s Home by William H. Phelps This Volume, published in 1995 by the Oklahoma Lodge of Research, contains an extensive history of the Masonic Children’s Homes in Atoka, Darlington, and Guthrie and was written by a former resident.  It also includes twenty-three essays written by former residents … 〈 Read ‎­More 〉 …

History of Pilot Lodge No. 367 by James C. Martin This thorough history of Pilot Lodge No. 367 was published in 1996 by the Oklahoma Lodge of Research. Table of Contents The Lemuel C. Coffin Years 1907 – 1942 The World War II Years 1943 – 1950 After World War … 〈 Read ‎­More 〉 …

The Honored Men of Oklahoma Scottish Rite Masonry by Robert G. Davis This Volume contains biographical sketches of the Sovereign Grand Inspectors General who served Oklahoma Masonry up to its publication in 1997 by the Oklahoma Lodge of Research. Early History of the Rite in Oklahoma Harper Samuel Cunningham, 33°: … 〈 Read ‎­More 〉 …

Cornerstones in the Oklahoma Territories by Robert T. Shipe This Volume, which was published in 2010 by the Oklahoma Lodge of Research, is a comprehensive enumeration of the 113 cornerstones laid by the Grand Lodge of Indian Territory from 1875 to 1908 and by the Grand Lodge of Oklahoma Territory … 〈 Read ‎­More 〉 …

Freemasonry and the American Public Schools System by Robert T. Shipe This account of Freemasonry’s close association with the development of the free public school system in America was published in 2014 by the Oklahoma Lodge of Research. Table of Contents Education Movement The Masonic Influence Freedoms Enjoyed by Freemasons … 〈 Read ‎­More 〉 …

Lessons in Leadership by Robert G. Davis, C.R. Dunning, Jr., Gregory Pace, Mark Tabbert & el. The Oklahoma Lodge of Research is pleased to offer a guidebook for current and upcoming Worshipful Masters to help make their leadership term in the East the best possible experience for the officer line … 〈 Read ‎­More 〉 …