International Order of Good Templars, Grand Lodge of Washington, Lodge No. 1 records, 1890-1976
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Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- International Order of Good Templars. Grand Lodge of Washington. Lodge No. 1 (Seattle, Wash.)
- Title
- International Order of Good Templars, Grand Lodge of Washington, Lodge No. 1 records
- Dates
- 1890-1976 (inclusive)18901976
- Quantity
- 1.28 cubic feet (1 box plus 1 vertical file)
- Collection Number
- 3250
- Summary
- Records of a Scandinavian temperance organization and fraternal orders, Baltic Lodge #1, Seattle, chartered in 1888
- Repository
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University of Washington Libraries, Special Collections
Special Collections
University of Washington Libraries
Box 352900
Seattle, WA
98195-2900
Telephone: 2065431929
Fax: 2065431931
speccoll@uw.edu - Access Restrictions
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Open to all users.
Some material stored offsite; advance notice required for use.
- Languages
- English, Norwegian
Historical Note
The International Organization of Good Templars (IOGT) created as the Independent Order of Good Templars is a fraternal organization founded in 1851, Oriskany Falls (known then as Castor Hollow), New York, that follows the temperance movement that encourages people to abstain from alcohol and other drugs. It was originally named ‘the Independent Order of Good Templars’ upon founding. Its international body is Movendi International, with headquarters in Stockholm. Its structure of ritual and regalia was inspired by Freemasonry, and unlike other religious groups it did not discriminate based on gender or race. The organization is named after the Knights Templar, who were said in legend to drink sour milk as a crusade against the vice of alcohol. The group grew rapidly in North America, and grew internationally after 1868 when Joseph Malins (1844-1926) returned to England to establish a lodge in Birmingham. In the following three years, lodges were set up in Ireland, Wales, Australia, Malta, New Zealand, France, Portugal, South Africa, Bermuda, Belgium, and India. By 1906, the group changed the word ‘independent’ in its title to ‘international’ to reflect its growth. The group made several attempts to appear more modern in the 1970s by eliminating some use of rituals and regalia, changing ‘Order’ to ‘Organization’ in its title, changing the title of leadership from ‘Chief Templar’ to ‘President,’ and renaming ‘Lodges’ to ‘Chapters.’
Content Description
Organizational material, minutes, membership records and lists, financial records, lodge rituals, conferences and conventions, 2 ribbons.
Use of the Collection
Return to TopAdministrative Information
Arrangement
Organized into 2 accessions.
- Accession No. 3250-001, International Order of Good Templars, Grand Lodge of Washington, Lodge No. 1 records, 1890-1976
- Accession No. 3250-002, International Order of Good Templars, Grand Lodge of Washington, Lodge No. 1 records, 1916
Detailed Description of the Collection
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Accession No. 3250-001: International Order of Good Templars, Grand Lodge of Washington, Lodge No. 1 records, 1890-1976
1.28 cubic feet (1 box)Scope and Content: Organizational material, minutes 1897-1976, Membership records and lists, financial records, lodge rituals, conferences and conventions, writings.
Restrictions on Access: Open to all users.
Available for short-term exhibit by Nordic Heritage Museum, Pacific Lutheran University, and the Swedish Club.
Records stored offsite; advance notice required for use.
Restrictions on Use: Creator's literary rights not transferred to the University of Washington Libraries.
Acquisition Info: Donated by Bert Haag, 12/28/1981.
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Description: Constitution, International Order of Good Templars (all Lodges)Dates: 1937Container: Box/Folder 1/1, Accession 3250-001
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Description: Articles of Incorporation, Baltic Lodge #1Dates: 1931 March 04Container: Box/Folder 1/2, Accession 3250-001
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Description: Bylaws, Baltic Lodge #1Dates: undatedContainer: Box/Folder 1/3, Accession 3250-001
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Description: Membership CertificatesDates: approximately 1955Container: Box/Folder 1/4, Accession 3250-001
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Description: MiscellaneousDates: undatedContainer: Box/Folder 1/5, Accession 3250-001
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Description: Membership RosterDates: 1961-1964Container: Box/Folder 1/6, Accession 3250-001
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Description: Members Rosters (bound volumes)Dates: 1890-1976Container: Box/Folder 1/6, Accession 3250-001
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Description: General CorrespondenceDates: 1931-1976Container: Box/Folder 1/7, Accession 3250-001
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Description: Treasurers Annual Financial ReportDates: 1972-1975Container: Box/Folder 1/8, Accession 3250-001
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Description: Expense Accounts (bound volumes)Dates: 1962-1976Container: Box/Folder 1/8, Accession 3250-001
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Description: MinutesDates: 1924-1971Container: Box/Folder 1/8, Accession 3250-001
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Description: Reports - QuarterlyDates: 1973-1975Container: Box/Folder 1/9, Accession 3250-001
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Description: Conferences and Conventions - Abstainers Conference, MinneapolisDates: 1976Container: Box/Folder 1/10, Accession 3250-001
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Description: News Releases - Article for National Goodtemplar - "The End of an Era"Dates: 1976Container: Box/Folder 1/11, Accession 3250-001
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Description: Rituals for IOGT Lodges booksDates: 1893-1925Container: Box/Folder 1/12, Accession 3250-001
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Description: Accession No. 3250-002: International Order of Good Templars, Grand Lodge of Washington, Lodge No. 1 records, 19161 vertical file (3 items)
Scope and Content: 2 ribbons, undated; invitation.
Restrictions on Access: Open to all users.
Available for short-term exhibit by Nordic Heritage Museum, Pacific Lutheran University, and the Swedish Club.
Restrictions on Use: Creator's literary rights not transferred to the University of Washington Libraries.
Acquisition Info: Received 8/1/1985.
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Personal Papers/Corporate Records (University of Washington)
Corporate Names
- International Order of Good Templars. Grand Lodge of Washington. Lodge No. 1 (Seattle, Wash.)--Archives
Other Creators
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Corporate Names
- University of Washington. Libraries. Scandinavian Archives (creator)
