Inscription:
Walter G Africa
Grand Master
Grand Lodge
1921-1922
Grand Commander
Grand Commandery
1922
Commander-in-Chief
Consistory
1916-1918
Supreme Council
1913
Crowned Active Member
1918
Elected Deputy
1921
Son of John Simpson Africa (1832-1900) and Dorathy/Dorothea C. Greenland (approx. 1835-1888). He is the twin brother of James Murray Africa.
**** From THE DAILY NEWS in 1925 ****
MANCHESTER PAUSES TO PAY TRIBUTE TO WALTER G. AFRICA
--
Former Huntingdon Boy Laid To Rest While A Sorrowing Community Bows In Grief
--
Through the courtesy of our good friend and fellow-townsman, Hon. George B. Orlady who always has first hand information on things Masonic, mailed us a copy
of the Manchester Evening Leader, published at Manchester, New Hampshire, which gives a glowing tribute to a former Huntingdon boy.
Across the front page what newspaper men call a streamer are these words Business Halts as City Pays Tribute to Walter G. Africa, and just below the streamer is a photographic reproduction of floral offerings at the Franklin street church where the funeral services were held. The large piece outstanding and reproduced in the paper was sent by the employees of the Manchester Gas Co.,
and depicted as a fire place. Another part of the reproduction shows a floral tribute from Trinity Commandry and in the center is a wreath from the 33rd. Degree Masons and in another part is a tribute from the Grand Lodge Free and Accepted Masons from the state of New Hampshire.
While it has never been the good fortune of the publisher of the Daily News to know Mr. Africa, this much we do know, since we have lived in Huntingdon the name of Africa has always stood out as a name of stability, integrity and worth and Judge Orindy, knowing him as he does, was no doubt, impressed by the high tribute paid by the Masonic Fraternity, and his associates in business, to his
sterling worth and character, achieving in a lifetime, that it attracted, not only his immediate friends, but the entire community that would halt business in a large way while the eulogies of his life were pronounced.
On the program of the Franklin Street Congregational Church, of which he was a member, the following Memoriam appeared Franklin Street Church Mourns today the loss of Walter G. Africa, a Leader often, A Follower of the Lord Jesus, A Lover of Home and Church of God and His Kingdom, Invincible in his Faith, Unswerving in His Friendship; Unswerving in His Friendship, His Soul always Courteous,
Courageous and Serene, is Now with God.
From the Manchester Leader, we quote as follows: Business halted in Manchester, November 27, 1925, as funeral services were being held at the Franklin Street
from 2:30 to 3:30 o'clock for Walter G. Africa.
All banking institutions of the city suspended business at 2:30 for the day. The Manchester Gas company, the Manchester Traction, Light and Power company, The Water Works, the Elliott Manufacturing company and the John D. Varick company were among the largest business organizations which announced through the columns of the press that out of respect to the late manager and treasurer of the Manchester Gas Company, that their offices and places of business would be closed. The Chamber of Commerce also closed its doors at noon and during the funeral hours numerous Elm street business houses ceased from activities.
Prayers Precede Service
Prayers were held at 1:45 o'clock at the home of Mr. Africa 761 Chestnut street by Rev. John Milton Phillips, pastor of the Franklin Street church. The church services began at 2:30 and were conducted in the following order:
Organ Prelude, Lamentation, Puilman, Asas Death, Grieg Frank McBride, organist and choirmaster of the Franklin street church; Scripture reading, Reverend Dr. John M. Phillips; selection, quartet, In Heavenly Love Abiding
Mrs. Annie Gillis Sheever, Miss Leolyn, Annie Nasaua, Joseph Viau, Boston, Charles S. Alton, Derry.
Remarks, Leon M. Abbot, Boston, sovereign grand commander of the Supreme Council, poem, The Away, J. Whitcomb Riley, Rev. J. M. Phillips Quartet, There is Land Beyond the Setting Sun, eulogy Rev. Burton W. Lockhart, D.D., quartet, Lead, Kindly Light, Buck, organ, prelude, Dead March in Saul, Handel, Largo from The New World Symphony, Devorak, Frank McBride; benediction, Rev. B.W. Lockhart, D.D.
Attending Masons were seated in the center of the church immediately in the rear of the family. As they passed the casket in front of the pulpit each Mason placed a sprig of green beside it. The funeral procession entered the church at the east center aisle. As they proceeded down the aisle they were met by the officiating clergymen, Doctor Lockhart and Rev. M. Phillips.
Represented at the funeral were the Manchester Gas Company of 100 employees in a body; commissioners of the Water Board in a body; the Rotary club in a body; the
officers of the Amoskeag bank in a body; and other banks of the city, directors and officials of the Elliott Manufacturing company in a body and directors of the Chamber of Commerce in a body.
Members of the Supreme Council, 33rd degree Masons, New Hampshire Consistory, Scottish Rite, 32d grade, Washington Lodge A. F. and A. M., Lafayette Lodge A. F. and A. M.; Mt. Horeb Royal Arch Chapter, Adouiram Council Royal and Select
Masters; Trinity Commandery, Order of DeMoley and delegation from Hillsborough lodge II. O. O. F., also were in attendance.
Beautiful Flowers
The services were carried out in the presence of a throng which completely filled the church. There was a mass of flowers that platforms had to be erected over the wing pews on either side of the pulpit to display them. It was probably the largest exhibition of flowers ever seen at a funeral in Manchester. In addition to the memorial tributes from Masonic source and organizations there was a wonderful wreath of personal remembrances.
Every Masonic body with which Mr. Africa was connected including the Supreme Council of the Northern Jurisdiction, of which he was the supreme deputy for New Hampshire, contributed beautiful emblems.
Thank you to FAG contributor lolo1951 for sharing this information.
Walter G Africa
Grand Master
Grand Lodge
1921-1922
Grand Commander
Grand Commandery
1922
Commander-in-Chief
Consistory
1916-1918
Supreme Council
1913
Crowned Active Member
1918
Elected Deputy
1921
Son of John Simpson Africa (1832-1900) and Dorathy/Dorothea C. Greenland (approx. 1835-1888). He is the twin brother of James Murray Africa.
**** From THE DAILY NEWS in 1925 ****
MANCHESTER PAUSES TO PAY TRIBUTE TO WALTER G. AFRICA
--
Former Huntingdon Boy Laid To Rest While A Sorrowing Community Bows In Grief
--
Through the courtesy of our good friend and fellow-townsman, Hon. George B. Orlady who always has first hand information on things Masonic, mailed us a copy
of the Manchester Evening Leader, published at Manchester, New Hampshire, which gives a glowing tribute to a former Huntingdon boy.
Across the front page what newspaper men call a streamer are these words Business Halts as City Pays Tribute to Walter G. Africa, and just below the streamer is a photographic reproduction of floral offerings at the Franklin street church where the funeral services were held. The large piece outstanding and reproduced in the paper was sent by the employees of the Manchester Gas Co.,
and depicted as a fire place. Another part of the reproduction shows a floral tribute from Trinity Commandry and in the center is a wreath from the 33rd. Degree Masons and in another part is a tribute from the Grand Lodge Free and Accepted Masons from the state of New Hampshire.
While it has never been the good fortune of the publisher of the Daily News to know Mr. Africa, this much we do know, since we have lived in Huntingdon the name of Africa has always stood out as a name of stability, integrity and worth and Judge Orindy, knowing him as he does, was no doubt, impressed by the high tribute paid by the Masonic Fraternity, and his associates in business, to his
sterling worth and character, achieving in a lifetime, that it attracted, not only his immediate friends, but the entire community that would halt business in a large way while the eulogies of his life were pronounced.
On the program of the Franklin Street Congregational Church, of which he was a member, the following Memoriam appeared Franklin Street Church Mourns today the loss of Walter G. Africa, a Leader often, A Follower of the Lord Jesus, A Lover of Home and Church of God and His Kingdom, Invincible in his Faith, Unswerving in His Friendship; Unswerving in His Friendship, His Soul always Courteous,
Courageous and Serene, is Now with God.
From the Manchester Leader, we quote as follows: Business halted in Manchester, November 27, 1925, as funeral services were being held at the Franklin Street
from 2:30 to 3:30 o'clock for Walter G. Africa.
All banking institutions of the city suspended business at 2:30 for the day. The Manchester Gas company, the Manchester Traction, Light and Power company, The Water Works, the Elliott Manufacturing company and the John D. Varick company were among the largest business organizations which announced through the columns of the press that out of respect to the late manager and treasurer of the Manchester Gas Company, that their offices and places of business would be closed. The Chamber of Commerce also closed its doors at noon and during the funeral hours numerous Elm street business houses ceased from activities.
Prayers Precede Service
Prayers were held at 1:45 o'clock at the home of Mr. Africa 761 Chestnut street by Rev. John Milton Phillips, pastor of the Franklin Street church. The church services began at 2:30 and were conducted in the following order:
Organ Prelude, Lamentation, Puilman, Asas Death, Grieg Frank McBride, organist and choirmaster of the Franklin street church; Scripture reading, Reverend Dr. John M. Phillips; selection, quartet, In Heavenly Love Abiding
Mrs. Annie Gillis Sheever, Miss Leolyn, Annie Nasaua, Joseph Viau, Boston, Charles S. Alton, Derry.
Remarks, Leon M. Abbot, Boston, sovereign grand commander of the Supreme Council, poem, The Away, J. Whitcomb Riley, Rev. J. M. Phillips Quartet, There is Land Beyond the Setting Sun, eulogy Rev. Burton W. Lockhart, D.D., quartet, Lead, Kindly Light, Buck, organ, prelude, Dead March in Saul, Handel, Largo from The New World Symphony, Devorak, Frank McBride; benediction, Rev. B.W. Lockhart, D.D.
Attending Masons were seated in the center of the church immediately in the rear of the family. As they passed the casket in front of the pulpit each Mason placed a sprig of green beside it. The funeral procession entered the church at the east center aisle. As they proceeded down the aisle they were met by the officiating clergymen, Doctor Lockhart and Rev. M. Phillips.
Represented at the funeral were the Manchester Gas Company of 100 employees in a body; commissioners of the Water Board in a body; the Rotary club in a body; the
officers of the Amoskeag bank in a body; and other banks of the city, directors and officials of the Elliott Manufacturing company in a body and directors of the Chamber of Commerce in a body.
Members of the Supreme Council, 33rd degree Masons, New Hampshire Consistory, Scottish Rite, 32d grade, Washington Lodge A. F. and A. M., Lafayette Lodge A. F. and A. M.; Mt. Horeb Royal Arch Chapter, Adouiram Council Royal and Select
Masters; Trinity Commandery, Order of DeMoley and delegation from Hillsborough lodge II. O. O. F., also were in attendance.
Beautiful Flowers
The services were carried out in the presence of a throng which completely filled the church. There was a mass of flowers that platforms had to be erected over the wing pews on either side of the pulpit to display them. It was probably the largest exhibition of flowers ever seen at a funeral in Manchester. In addition to the memorial tributes from Masonic source and organizations there was a wonderful wreath of personal remembrances.
Every Masonic body with which Mr. Africa was connected including the Supreme Council of the Northern Jurisdiction, of which he was the supreme deputy for New Hampshire, contributed beautiful emblems.
Thank you to FAG contributor lolo1951 for sharing this information.
Inscription:
Walter G Africa
Grand Master
Grand Lodge
1921-1922
Grand Commander
Grand Commandery
1922
Commander-in-Chief
Consistory
1916-1918
Supreme Council
1913
Crowned Active Member
1918
Elected Deputy
1921
Son of John Simpson Africa (1832-1900) and Dorathy/Dorothea C. Greenland (approx. 1835-1888). He is the twin brother of James Murray Africa.
**** From THE DAILY NEWS in 1925 ****
MANCHESTER PAUSES TO PAY TRIBUTE TO WALTER G. AFRICA
--
Former Huntingdon Boy Laid To Rest While A Sorrowing Community Bows In Grief
--
Through the courtesy of our good friend and fellow-townsman, Hon. George B. Orlady who always has first hand information on things Masonic, mailed us a copy
of the Manchester Evening Leader, published at Manchester, New Hampshire, which gives a glowing tribute to a former Huntingdon boy.
Across the front page what newspaper men call a streamer are these words Business Halts as City Pays Tribute to Walter G. Africa, and just below the streamer is a photographic reproduction of floral offerings at the Franklin street church where the funeral services were held. The large piece outstanding and reproduced in the paper was sent by the employees of the Manchester Gas Co.,
and depicted as a fire place. Another part of the reproduction shows a floral tribute from Trinity Commandry and in the center is a wreath from the 33rd. Degree Masons and in another part is a tribute from the Grand Lodge Free and Accepted Masons from the state of New Hampshire.
While it has never been the good fortune of the publisher of the Daily News to know Mr. Africa, this much we do know, since we have lived in Huntingdon the name of Africa has always stood out as a name of stability, integrity and worth and Judge Orindy, knowing him as he does, was no doubt, impressed by the high tribute paid by the Masonic Fraternity, and his associates in business, to his
sterling worth and character, achieving in a lifetime, that it attracted, not only his immediate friends, but the entire community that would halt business in a large way while the eulogies of his life were pronounced.
On the program of the Franklin Street Congregational Church, of which he was a member, the following Memoriam appeared Franklin Street Church Mourns today the loss of Walter G. Africa, a Leader often, A Follower of the Lord Jesus, A Lover of Home and Church of God and His Kingdom, Invincible in his Faith, Unswerving in His Friendship; Unswerving in His Friendship, His Soul always Courteous,
Courageous and Serene, is Now with God.
From the Manchester Leader, we quote as follows: Business halted in Manchester, November 27, 1925, as funeral services were being held at the Franklin Street
from 2:30 to 3:30 o'clock for Walter G. Africa.
All banking institutions of the city suspended business at 2:30 for the day. The Manchester Gas company, the Manchester Traction, Light and Power company, The Water Works, the Elliott Manufacturing company and the John D. Varick company were among the largest business organizations which announced through the columns of the press that out of respect to the late manager and treasurer of the Manchester Gas Company, that their offices and places of business would be closed. The Chamber of Commerce also closed its doors at noon and during the funeral hours numerous Elm street business houses ceased from activities.
Prayers Precede Service
Prayers were held at 1:45 o'clock at the home of Mr. Africa 761 Chestnut street by Rev. John Milton Phillips, pastor of the Franklin Street church. The church services began at 2:30 and were conducted in the following order:
Organ Prelude, Lamentation, Puilman, Asas Death, Grieg Frank McBride, organist and choirmaster of the Franklin street church; Scripture reading, Reverend Dr. John M. Phillips; selection, quartet, In Heavenly Love Abiding
Mrs. Annie Gillis Sheever, Miss Leolyn, Annie Nasaua, Joseph Viau, Boston, Charles S. Alton, Derry.
Remarks, Leon M. Abbot, Boston, sovereign grand commander of the Supreme Council, poem, The Away, J. Whitcomb Riley, Rev. J. M. Phillips Quartet, There is Land Beyond the Setting Sun, eulogy Rev. Burton W. Lockhart, D.D., quartet, Lead, Kindly Light, Buck, organ, prelude, Dead March in Saul, Handel, Largo from The New World Symphony, Devorak, Frank McBride; benediction, Rev. B.W. Lockhart, D.D.
Attending Masons were seated in the center of the church immediately in the rear of the family. As they passed the casket in front of the pulpit each Mason placed a sprig of green beside it. The funeral procession entered the church at the east center aisle. As they proceeded down the aisle they were met by the officiating clergymen, Doctor Lockhart and Rev. M. Phillips.
Represented at the funeral were the Manchester Gas Company of 100 employees in a body; commissioners of the Water Board in a body; the Rotary club in a body; the
officers of the Amoskeag bank in a body; and other banks of the city, directors and officials of the Elliott Manufacturing company in a body and directors of the Chamber of Commerce in a body.
Members of the Supreme Council, 33rd degree Masons, New Hampshire Consistory, Scottish Rite, 32d grade, Washington Lodge A. F. and A. M., Lafayette Lodge A. F. and A. M.; Mt. Horeb Royal Arch Chapter, Adouiram Council Royal and Select
Masters; Trinity Commandery, Order of DeMoley and delegation from Hillsborough lodge II. O. O. F., also were in attendance.
Beautiful Flowers
The services were carried out in the presence of a throng which completely filled the church. There was a mass of flowers that platforms had to be erected over the wing pews on either side of the pulpit to display them. It was probably the largest exhibition of flowers ever seen at a funeral in Manchester. In addition to the memorial tributes from Masonic source and organizations there was a wonderful wreath of personal remembrances.
Every Masonic body with which Mr. Africa was connected including the Supreme Council of the Northern Jurisdiction, of which he was the supreme deputy for New Hampshire, contributed beautiful emblems.
Thank you to FAG contributor lolo1951 for sharing this information.
Walter G Africa
Grand Master
Grand Lodge
1921-1922
Grand Commander
Grand Commandery
1922
Commander-in-Chief
Consistory
1916-1918
Supreme Council
1913
Crowned Active Member
1918
Elected Deputy
1921
Son of John Simpson Africa (1832-1900) and Dorathy/Dorothea C. Greenland (approx. 1835-1888). He is the twin brother of James Murray Africa.
**** From THE DAILY NEWS in 1925 ****
MANCHESTER PAUSES TO PAY TRIBUTE TO WALTER G. AFRICA
--
Former Huntingdon Boy Laid To Rest While A Sorrowing Community Bows In Grief
--
Through the courtesy of our good friend and fellow-townsman, Hon. George B. Orlady who always has first hand information on things Masonic, mailed us a copy
of the Manchester Evening Leader, published at Manchester, New Hampshire, which gives a glowing tribute to a former Huntingdon boy.
Across the front page what newspaper men call a streamer are these words Business Halts as City Pays Tribute to Walter G. Africa, and just below the streamer is a photographic reproduction of floral offerings at the Franklin street church where the funeral services were held. The large piece outstanding and reproduced in the paper was sent by the employees of the Manchester Gas Co.,
and depicted as a fire place. Another part of the reproduction shows a floral tribute from Trinity Commandry and in the center is a wreath from the 33rd. Degree Masons and in another part is a tribute from the Grand Lodge Free and Accepted Masons from the state of New Hampshire.
While it has never been the good fortune of the publisher of the Daily News to know Mr. Africa, this much we do know, since we have lived in Huntingdon the name of Africa has always stood out as a name of stability, integrity and worth and Judge Orindy, knowing him as he does, was no doubt, impressed by the high tribute paid by the Masonic Fraternity, and his associates in business, to his
sterling worth and character, achieving in a lifetime, that it attracted, not only his immediate friends, but the entire community that would halt business in a large way while the eulogies of his life were pronounced.
On the program of the Franklin Street Congregational Church, of which he was a member, the following Memoriam appeared Franklin Street Church Mourns today the loss of Walter G. Africa, a Leader often, A Follower of the Lord Jesus, A Lover of Home and Church of God and His Kingdom, Invincible in his Faith, Unswerving in His Friendship; Unswerving in His Friendship, His Soul always Courteous,
Courageous and Serene, is Now with God.
From the Manchester Leader, we quote as follows: Business halted in Manchester, November 27, 1925, as funeral services were being held at the Franklin Street
from 2:30 to 3:30 o'clock for Walter G. Africa.
All banking institutions of the city suspended business at 2:30 for the day. The Manchester Gas company, the Manchester Traction, Light and Power company, The Water Works, the Elliott Manufacturing company and the John D. Varick company were among the largest business organizations which announced through the columns of the press that out of respect to the late manager and treasurer of the Manchester Gas Company, that their offices and places of business would be closed. The Chamber of Commerce also closed its doors at noon and during the funeral hours numerous Elm street business houses ceased from activities.
Prayers Precede Service
Prayers were held at 1:45 o'clock at the home of Mr. Africa 761 Chestnut street by Rev. John Milton Phillips, pastor of the Franklin Street church. The church services began at 2:30 and were conducted in the following order:
Organ Prelude, Lamentation, Puilman, Asas Death, Grieg Frank McBride, organist and choirmaster of the Franklin street church; Scripture reading, Reverend Dr. John M. Phillips; selection, quartet, In Heavenly Love Abiding
Mrs. Annie Gillis Sheever, Miss Leolyn, Annie Nasaua, Joseph Viau, Boston, Charles S. Alton, Derry.
Remarks, Leon M. Abbot, Boston, sovereign grand commander of the Supreme Council, poem, The Away, J. Whitcomb Riley, Rev. J. M. Phillips Quartet, There is Land Beyond the Setting Sun, eulogy Rev. Burton W. Lockhart, D.D., quartet, Lead, Kindly Light, Buck, organ, prelude, Dead March in Saul, Handel, Largo from The New World Symphony, Devorak, Frank McBride; benediction, Rev. B.W. Lockhart, D.D.
Attending Masons were seated in the center of the church immediately in the rear of the family. As they passed the casket in front of the pulpit each Mason placed a sprig of green beside it. The funeral procession entered the church at the east center aisle. As they proceeded down the aisle they were met by the officiating clergymen, Doctor Lockhart and Rev. M. Phillips.
Represented at the funeral were the Manchester Gas Company of 100 employees in a body; commissioners of the Water Board in a body; the Rotary club in a body; the
officers of the Amoskeag bank in a body; and other banks of the city, directors and officials of the Elliott Manufacturing company in a body and directors of the Chamber of Commerce in a body.
Members of the Supreme Council, 33rd degree Masons, New Hampshire Consistory, Scottish Rite, 32d grade, Washington Lodge A. F. and A. M., Lafayette Lodge A. F. and A. M.; Mt. Horeb Royal Arch Chapter, Adouiram Council Royal and Select
Masters; Trinity Commandery, Order of DeMoley and delegation from Hillsborough lodge II. O. O. F., also were in attendance.
Beautiful Flowers
The services were carried out in the presence of a throng which completely filled the church. There was a mass of flowers that platforms had to be erected over the wing pews on either side of the pulpit to display them. It was probably the largest exhibition of flowers ever seen at a funeral in Manchester. In addition to the memorial tributes from Masonic source and organizations there was a wonderful wreath of personal remembrances.
Every Masonic body with which Mr. Africa was connected including the Supreme Council of the Northern Jurisdiction, of which he was the supreme deputy for New Hampshire, contributed beautiful emblems.
Thank you to FAG contributor lolo1951 for sharing this information.
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