Description
Freemasons on the Goldfields is an intriguing story of men and lodges, secrets, symbols, jealousies, achievements and civic pride. It traces the craft from the early stonemasons and cathedral builders of Europe to the establishments of lodges in Australia and Victoria.
This book shows how the growth of freemasonry in Ballarat reflected the rapid expansion in welfare and services, the growth of commerce, the interest and support for education and the arts, and the beautification of the environment. Beautifully illustrated throughout.
“This book gives all those interested in the history of Australia a rare opportunity to understand a long hidden aspect of our history.” Dr Val Noone
Full colour illustrations, alphabetical list of lodges in central highlands district, with short histories and biographies.
CHAPTER ONE Origins of Freemasonry
CHAPTER TWO Establishment of Freemasonry in Australia and Victoria
CHAPTER THREE Freemasonry on the Early Victorian Goldfields
CHAPTER FOUR Freemasons in Ballarat and District
CHAPTER FIVE Establishing Charitable Institutions
CHAPTER SIX Contribution in Civic Affairs
CHAPTER SEVEN Contribution in Commerce and Public Office
CHAPTER EIGHT The Twentieth Century: One Hundred Years of Freemasonry
CHAPTER NINE Conclusion
APPENDICES 1 – 6
1. Glossary
2. Symbolism
3. Myths
4. Lodges: Ballarat and District (Aphabetical Order)
5. Orders of Freemasonry in Victoria
6. Chronology
240pp, paperback
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