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Gavel

 Item — Box: 1

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

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 - 1979

Creator

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

Black gavel, handle screws off. Small patch of white paint on the handle.

Repository Details

Part of the Stephen O. Murray and Keelung Hong Special Collections Repository

Contact:
MSU Libraries
366 W. Circle Drive
East Lansing MI 48823 USA