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Independent Order of Odd Fellows, Grand Lodge of Georgia records
Descriptive Summary | |
| Title: Independent Order of Odd Fellows, Grand Lodge of Georgia records | |
| Creator: Independent Order of Odd Fellows. Grand Lodge of Georgia | |
| Creator: McCowen, B. B. | |
| Creator: Robertson, T. H. | |
| Creator: Bennett, John W., 1865- | |
| Creator: Dozier, James Howard, 1869- | |
| Inclusive Dates: 1902-1917 | |
| Bulk Dates: 1904-1908 | |
| Language(s): English | |
| Extent: 2.8 Linear Feet (7 document boxes) | |
| Collection Number: ms32 | |
| Repository: Hargrett Library | |
Collection Description
Historical Note
The Grand Lodge of Georgia of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows was established in 1843.
Scope and Content
The collection consists of the records of the Grand Lodge of Georgia of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows from 1902-1917 (with gaps). The bulk of the collection is comprised of the correspondence of Grand Masters John W. Bennett (1904-1905), T.H. Robertson (1905-1906), B.B. McCowen (1906-1907), and James Howard Dozier (1907-1908). The correspondence pertains to the daily business of the Lodge including financial matters, elections, the establishment and dissolution of local lodges, and its relationship with the Rebekah Assembly (the women's branches). The collection also contains some printed material (1902-1917, with gaps) including proceedings, constitutions, and bylaws of various Georgia lodges.
Organization and Arrangement
Arranged in chronological order.
Administrative Information
Preferred Citation
Independent Order of Odd Fellows, Grand Lodge of Georgia records, ms32, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.
General Notes
Donated by the Dozier Lumber Company in 1955.