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Die Geschichte der Shiloh Lodge No. 17, U.O.B.B., 1853-1876

This manuscript account book documents the history of Shiloh Lodge No. 17 of the Independent Order of B'nai B'rith (U.O.B.B.) in Albany, New York, from 1853 to 1876. Written entirely in German, the book details the lodge's organization, membership, finances, charitable activities, and includes obituaries, notably a lengthy tribute to Abraham Lincoln in 1865. This manuscript offers a rare glimpse into the early development of the B'nai B'rith movement in the United States.

Associated People/Businesses

Illch, Meier, 1830-1902.
Independent Order of B'nai B'rith. Shiloh Lodge No. 17.

Geography

Albany

Subjects

Fraternal organizations
History

Physical Location

MS 56, Codex 002.1