Ritual Book, 1928
Scope and Contents
The Alianza Hispano-Americana (AHA) collection contains materials which appear to be associated with various ceremonies and activities of the AHA, including ritual books, ceremonial hats, robe, gavel, golden bird figure, and a pyramid plaque engraved with the organizations name and motto. Also included is a voting box and bag with white and black marbles, how many of the early Masonic orders conducted secret ballots, and a paper mache skull.
Dates
- Creation: 1928
Creator
- From the Collection: Alianza Hispano-Americana (Author, Organization)
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: 2.75 Linear Feet (3 boxes) ; Box 1 (Wooden chest): 23.5 x 9 x 12 inches, Boxes 2 & 3: 9.5 x 6.5 x 12.25 inches
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
This 1928 version of the AHA Ritual Book has a white cover depicting the organization's name and the initials of its motto inside a triangle. A name is written in pencil on the first page. The book also contains a deciphering key, a map for ceremonies, and scripts for a number of different rituals or ceremonies. One of the last pages is a letter of endrosement signed by the AHA's Supreme President which appears to indicate that this book was reprinted in 1942.
Repository Details
Part of the Stephen O. Murray and Keelung Hong Special Collections Repository