Ritual Book, 1937
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: 1937
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 1937 version of the AHA Ritual Book has a black and gold cover depicting the organization's name and the initials of its motto inside a circle, with the word ritual in large golden lettering. The book contains a deciphering key (identical to the 1928 version), a map for ceremonies, and scripts for a number of different rituals or ceremonies.
Repository Details
Part of the Stephen O. Murray and Keelung Hong Special Collections Repository