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One of the things that is peculiar to this Lodge is that all Masonic Ritual work was taught "mouth to ear" in as much as ciphers did not exist in the early days, or were forbidden to be used, and was done in the "furnace room". This practice has changed over the years but there are still 2 chairs sitting next to the furnace as a symbolic reminder of the their "Steadfast Roots". Please note that "mouth to ear" was practiced in every Lodge... BUT in such an interesting place The Town of Manette took its name from the first steam boat that used its new wharf on Washington Narrows opposite Bremerton. In the early days Masons from the "Bremerton side" had to catch a ferry across to the "Manette side" in order to attend Lodge. This as the standard routine until the Manette Bridge was built. If you missed the 10:00 PM Ferry you were stranded. There is an interesting story told by WB Chuck Compton about a story that was told to him about a Lodge Dance, some non-union musicians and some hard nosed Union People. Get him to tell it to you when you visit the Lodge. This Lodge has an annual Sportman's Dinner, which consists of specialties such as Venison, Antelope, Oysters, Salmon etc. which is a great way to raise money for the Lodge. Some of the Brethren refer to it as "road kill" under their breath but it is done all in good fun. MWB James N. Reid Jr. calls this his home Lodge and is seen frequently sitting on the side lines, adding his wit and humor to the Stated Communications which are held on the 1st Tuesday of every month. They commence at 7:30 PM and there are refreshments served after the meeting.
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