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Photograph Album
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Photograph Album

Associated
Date1880-1903
Object NameAlbum
Mediumcard, leather and brass
ClassificationsSocieties
DimensionsOverall: Height: 27.8 cm, Width: 22.6 cm, Depth: 7 cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1988 by Mr R M Galloway.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS016290
Keywords
About MeRose and Thistle was the first lodge of the British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners to be established in Aberdeen. This was in April of 1880 and was initially under the care of the Kirkaldy District Branch. By 1887 six lodges existed and in September of that year it was decided to form an Aberdeen District Branch. The BOAFG, like similar societies, was a friendly society which aimed to help members in times of sickness and need. The Free Gardeners adopted rituals and symbols which owed much to those of freemasons. The influence of the Order spread throughout the North East of Scotland with lodges being set up in places such as Boddam, Elgin, Ballater and Oldmeldrum. In the 20th century the gradual introduction of state pensions and benefits began to undermine the economic basis of the BOAFG and there was a long period of decline in membership. In 1987, in the Aberdeen Branch's centenary year, the order was dissolved.
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2 Grand Order Reports
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
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Key To Society's Ritual
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
20th Century
Master's Diploma
Master's Diploma
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
Image Not Available for Banner Friendly Society Annual Delegation Being Held Here
Banner Friendly Society Annual Delegation Being Held Here
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
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Challenge Shield
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
c. 1928
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Juvenile Members List
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
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Accounts/Scrap Book
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
1919-1932
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Whist League Championship
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
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Presentation Of Ambulance
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
1942-09
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Papers On Reconstruction Of Society
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
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Challenge Trophy
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
1950-1999
Image Not Available for 3 Journeyman Ritual Booklets
3 Journeyman Ritual Booklets
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
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Key To Password
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
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Historical Review And Valuation
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
1887-1937
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Special Delegation Report, 1944
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
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Contributions Card
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
Image Not Available for Contributions Card
Contributions Card
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
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Contributions Card
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
Image Not Available for Key To Society's Rituals
Key To Society's Rituals
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
Image Not Available for Key To Society's Rituals
Key To Society's Rituals
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
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Lecture On Degrees
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
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Ruled Of Cluny Hill Lodge
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
Image Not Available for 2 Booklets On Apprentice Ritual
2 Booklets On Apprentice Ritual
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
1900-1949
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Journeyman Ritual
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners