CIRCA 1870s CABINET CARD FRANK BAKER WISCONSIN LODGE GRANDMASTER FREE MASON
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CIRCA 1870s CABINET CARD FRANK BAKER WISCONSIN LODGE GRANDMASTER FREE MASON

$149.99 USD

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Condition
Used
Category
Photographs
Location
Andover, Kansas, US
Shipping
Shipping: $5.99 USD
Item ID
v1|395241803175|0
Specifics

Item details

Type
Photograph
Finish
Matte
Format
Cabinet Card
Antique
Yes
Framing
Unframed
Subject
Men
Vintage
Yes
Material
Paper
Image Color
Black & White
Photographer
Spenear
Unit of Sale
Single Piece
Country of Origin
United States
Image Orientation
Portrait
Featured Person/Artist
Frank Baker
Time Period Manufactured
1850-1899
Original/Licensed Reprint
Original
Description

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CIRCA 1870s CABINET CARD FRANK BAKER WISCONSIN LODGE GRANDMASTER FREE MASON


Info: He was a dental surgeon from Racine, Wisconsin, and was born in West Greenville, Mercer County, Pennsylvania. He was initiated into Freemasonry in 1888 at Racine Lodge No. 11, and served as Master of the lodge in 1896. He was also a member of Racine Chapter No. 19, Royal Arch Masons; Racine Council No. 2, Royal and Select Masters; and Racine Commandery No. 2, Knights Templar.

Baker was a prominent member of the Racine community, and served as president of the Racine County Dental Society and the Wisconsin State Dental Society. He was also a member of the American Dental Association and the International College of Dentists.

In addition to his dental practice, Baker was also a successful businessman. He was the owner of the Racine Dental Depot, a dental supply company. He was also a director of the First National Bank of Racine and the Racine Trust Company.

Baker was a highly respected member of the Freemasonry community, and served in a number of leadership positions. He was elected Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Wisconsin in 1914, and served in that position for two years. He was also a member of the Board of Governors of the Masonic Home of Wisconsin.

Baker died in 1929 at the age of 63. He is remembered as a dedicated Freemason and a valuable member of the Racine community.


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