Evening Republican, Volume 21, Number 38, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 15 February 1917 — 53rd Anniversary. Of K. of P. Next Monday [ARTICLE]

53rd Anniversary. Of K. of P. Next Monday

On February 19, 1864, while the Civil War was in progress, the great order of Knights of Ppthias was given birth. Next Monday is the fiftythird anniversary of the founding of the order by Justus H. Rathbone and a few of his friends, and in unison with the lodges of the order in all parts of the United States and Canada the occasion will be celebrated almost without exception. The local order will not celebrate on this day but upon the next evening, which is the regular meeting night of the order. First degree worke will be conferred upon some candidates. All Knights are especially urged to be present next Tuesday evening. The Pythian Sisters gave a supper at their hall, Wednesday evening and a great many took advantage of the opportunity to get an excellent repast.