Contents
Contents:
Council Log Book: Pages 2 - 193
Names of prospective members for first reading or elected as members and page number: Page 194
(Not every occurrence of the name is listed here, just where
their name is listed for first reading or elected as member.)
Councils Mentioned in the Log Book and page number. Page 195
People Places and Events and page number. Page 196
Notes in log book:
Whenever I couldn’t read something I put question marks around it. ?sfsfsds?
Page numbers are on the bottom Left hand side of the page in bold and
Parentheses.
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Omaha Council
No 652
Knights of Columbus
Organized March 16th 1902
Secretaries Record
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Roster of Officers
Grand Knight T.J. Mahoney
Deputy Grand Knight T.J. Nolan
Chancellor C.F. Crowley
Chaplain Rev. D.W. Moriarity
Advocate J.P. English
Lecturer E.W. Simeral
Financial Secretary C.B. Dugdale
Recording Secretary J.S. Monaghan
Warden P.H. Johnson
Outside Guard W.R. O’Shaughnessy
Inside Guard W.P. McDivitt
Trustees J.A. Creighton
Edward Hayden
T.J. Fitzmorris
Treasurer J.H. Schmidt
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Elected Jany 8th 1903
Dec 10th 1902
Grand Knight C. J. Smyth
Deputy Grand Knight T. J. Nolan
Chancellor F. J. Moriarity
Chaplain Rev. D. W. Moriarity
Advocate J. P. English
Lecturer E. W. Simeral
Financial Secretary C. B. Dugdale
Recording Secretary J. S. Monaghan
Warden P. H. Johnson
Outside Guard E. B. Alexander
Inside Guard F. J. Gibbons
Trustees J. A. Creighton
Edward Hayden
T. J. Fitzmorris
Treasurer J. H. Schmidt
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Charter Members
Timothy J, Mahoney 620 So 38th St Omaha, Neb.
Edward W. Simeral 976 No 28th Ave “
Patrick C. Heafy 125 So 35 St “
Charles B. Dugdale Merchants National Bank “
Thomas J. Flynn 2106 Douglas Street “
James W. Murphy Exchange Bldg. “
John Flynn 1002 No 23th St “
Thomas F. Larkin 101 No 22th St “
R. J. Bourke Box 8 “
E. J. McAdams 1327 So 27 St “
Constantine J. Smyth 620 No 38th St “
James P. English 525 So 31 St “
Patrick J. Sheely “
William P. Russell 1720 Lincoln Ave “
John F. Coad 3718 Farnam “
Ignatius J. Dunn 2525 Hamilton “
M. R. Murphy 1025 So 36th St “
James F. Gibbons 1922 So 35th Ave “
F. J. Moriarity 609 So 35 Ave “
Rev. P. A. McGovern 412 So 9th St “
A. M. Gallagher 2209 Q St “
James S. Monaghan 30th & Boyd St “
Thomas J. Fitzmorris 712 So 17th St “
Dr. W. J. McCrann 308 So 24th St “
J. H. Kopietz 620 No 22nd St “
R. E. Welch 414 So 38th St “
John E. O’Herne 3022 Q St “
William J. Brennan 1019 No 23 St “
James J. Fitzgearld 2424 B St “
J. A. C. Kennedy 1523 Jackson St “
Patrick H. Johnson Grand Hotel “
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Charter Members
Edward Hayden 2016 Cass St Omaha, Neb.
William R. O’Shaughnessy 218 No 19th St “
Charles F. Crowley Creighton Med College “
William P. McDevitt 515 No 25th St “
Thomas F. Swift 2530 Hamlton St “
John Porvon 1913 So 10th St “
Dr. Robert P. Jensen 3718 Farnam St “
John Rush 1323 Martha St “
Felix J. McShane 706 So 24th Ave “
John S. Jeuek 23rd & F St “
Rev. D. W. Moriarty 23rd & Q St “
Thomas J. Nolan 827 No 24th St “
James Hayden 24th & Herney St “
G. A. Meleher 23rd & F St “
Rev. Thomas Walsh 202 So 5th St Norfolk, Neb.
John N. Frenzer 127 So 25th St Omaha, Neb.
W. M. Condon Humphrey, Neb.
Dr. A. W. Riley Brown Block Omaha, Neb.
Rev. D. P. Harrington 806 No 36th St “
John P. Organ Council Bluffs, Ia.
Richard D. O’Neill 333 No 23rd St Omaha, Neb.
John M. Galvin Council Bluffs, Ia.
David J. O’Brien 12th & Howard Omaha, Neb.
Thomas H. Martin Pacific Junction, Ia.
Bernard A. McDermott Council Bluffs, Ia.
James Manahan Lincoln, Neb.
Joseph H. Schmidt 3416 Burt St Omaha, Neb.
John A. Creighton First Natl Bank Bldg “
James F. Daily Browning & Co “
McCormack
J.T. Monaghan
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Elected Members
Name Residence Address Occupation Date By Whom Proposed 02
P. J. Reilly 823 No 16th St Omaha Wall paper Contr Jul 2 P. C. Heafy
Frank a. Furay 2237 Seward St Omaha Clerk “ J. S. Monaghan
B. A. Meile 1522 So 28th St Omaha Bank Teller “ C. B. Dugdale
Chas. P, Moriarty 209 So 35th Ave Omaha Clerk “ A. M. Gallagher
Thomas C. Byrne 2103 Calif. St Omaha Merchant “ P. C. Heafy
George Parks 25th & D St So Omaha Contracter “ James Flynn
Martin Langdon 2123 So 34th St Omaha Lawyer “ J. P. English
Andrew Murphy 1126 So 29th St Omaha Horseshoer “
John A. Gentleman 1414 Sherman Ave Omaha Clerk “ Thomas F. Larkin
Wlm M. Bushman 2615 Mason St Omaha Warehouseman “ J. P. English
Thomas J. O’Neill 1428 No 24th St Omaha Real Estate “ T. J. Nolan
Edward T. Welch 700 So 31 St Onaha Packing house “ J. P. English
Edward B. Alexander 816 So 22nd St Omaha Letter Carrier “
Bryan M. Riley 35 Douglas Bldg Physician “ J. A. C. Kennedy
Edward C. Ryan 2154 So 33rd St Omaha Packing house “ P. J. Sheely
William Doyle 2508 N St So. Omaha Clerk “ Thomas F. Larkin
Thomas Sullivan Armour Co.Omaha Clerk 08/13 John E. O’Herne
William J. Shanahan 1026 No 25th St Omaha Clerk “ Do
Michael F. S_____y 407 No 22nd St Omaha Packing House “
Thomas F. Quinlan 2113 Douglas St Omaha Music “ P. H. Johnson
T. F. Kennedy 1523 Jackson St Omaha Lumberman “ F. J. Moriarty
P. J. McCarthy 1404 Casteller St Omaha Priest “ Rev Thomas Walsh
Rev J. E. English Dakota County Neb. Priest “ “ “ “
T. J. Donohue Knox County, Neb Trav Salesman “ “ “ “
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Elected Members
Name Residence Address Occupation Date By Whom Proposed
02
James P. O’Hanlon 1503 So 26 St Omaha Accountant 08/13 F. J. McShane
B. J. Scannell 509 Wape Block Omaha Private Duty “ E. W. Simeral
Edward T. Cogley 212 Lincoln Ave C.B. Ia Life Insurance “ John P. Organ
Stephen T. McAtee 234 Main St C. B. Iowa Grocer “ John P. Organ
Thomas W. Morgan Wayne Neb. RR Station Agnt “ Rev. Thomas Walsh
John Nolan 24th & P So Omaha Contractor “ John Flynn
Dan J. Riley 35th & Douglas Blk Oma Lawyer “ J. A. C. Kennedy
P. J. Murphy Rogers, Colfax cnty Neb Farmer “ F. J. Mriarty
Robert P. Larkin 1022 Virginia St Sux Cty I Pack House wkr “ R. J. Bourke
William C. Malone 1216 No 23rd St Omaha Pack House Wkr “ John E. O’Herne
David J. Keogh Humphry Neb Farmer “ W. M. Condon
P. J. McGrath Omaha Cattle Buyer “ P. C. Heafy
James T. Hogan Norfolk, Neb Trav Salesman “ Rev Thomas Walsh
Edward Price 2520 F St So Omaha Supt Armour Co “ John S. Jeuek
James F. Loive 2563 Dodge St Omaha Trav Salesman “ Rev Thonas Walsh
Thomas Malone 501 Pearl St Sioux City Grocer “ R. J. Bourke
William H. Greene Creighton, Neb Merchant “ Rev Thomas Walsh
John A. Kervan 1316 Farman Omaha Tailor “ P. C. Heafy
Michael P. O’Connor 1518 No 19th Omaha Clerk Sep 24
Eugene P. Milady 1010 No 22nd St Omaha Live Stock Comm “
Peter McCann 2317 So 12 St Omaha Trav Salesman “ W. P. Russell
Rev James McNally Beusford So Dakota Priest “ P. C. Heafy
Dr Timothy J. Devyer St Joe Hospital Omaha Physician “ C. B. Dugdale
Albert V. Kinsler 3866 Farnam St Omaha Comm Broker “ P. c. Heafy
Rev Michael Daly 23 & Q st So Omaha Priest “ Rev D. W. Moriarty
Timothy Byrne St Louis Mo Cattle Buyer “ John E O’Hern
William Hayden 3510 Farnam St Omaha Merchant “ John A. Creighton
John J. Riley 612 No 23rd St Omaha Clerk “ C. B. Dugdale
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Elected Members
Elected
Name Address Occupation
Rev. Philip J O’Connor 1112 8th St Sioux City Priest
Augustine M. Colanesi 808 No 36th St Omaha Do
Daniel J. O’Donahoe 2222 Farnam St Omaha Merchant
John F. Coad JR 910 No 20th St Omaha Bank Teller
Owen O’Neill Battle Creek, Neb Cattle Raiser
James Kennedy Norfolk, Neb Real Estate
Fred J. Cashin Council Bluffs Ia Trav Salesman
Edward J. Green 1509 So 28th St Omaha Salesman
Dr A. P. London New York Life Bldg Physican Surgeon
Daniel Hurley 2214 Douglas Omaha Salesman
John P. Organ Council Bluffs, Iowa Lawyer
James J Parks 1624 Missouri Ave So Omaha Contractor
S. B. Matthews 202 No 18th St Omaha Salesman
Thomas B. Coleman 816 So 22nd St Omaha Do
John J. Murphy Missouri Vally Iowa Machinist
Dr D. F. Lee County Hospital Physician
Clinton R. Miller 2046 No 18th St Omaha Printer
James P. Rush 1323 Martha St Omaha Bank Book Keeper
August W. Kroeyer 403 No 19th St Omaha Book Binder
John V Brennan 1928 So 15th St Omaha Clerk
Charles W. Hamilton 1112 Park Ave Omaha Banker
Patrick J. Naughton 910 Bancroft St Omaha Postal Clerk
Dr Charles L Allison 2025 Cass St Omaha Physican
Daniel J. Fairell 303 No 23rd St Omaha Contractor
Michael Lee 2469 ½ So 16th St Omaha Inspector
Dr F. E. Fitzgearld 207 So 16th St Omaha Physician
Edward J Murphy 123 Harrison C. B. Iowa Ticket Broker
Joseph F. Murphy 433 No 24th St Omaha Real Estate
John Hughes 5120 No 23rd St Omaha L. S. ? Broker
Harry V. Burkey 114 No 15th St Omaha Sisty Burkey Prtg Co
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Pages 8 and 9 should go side to side. Maybe you can print them and lay them side by side.
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Members
Date Proposed by Initiated Remarks
Elected 1st 2nd 3rd
Sept 26 02 Rev Thomas Walsh Same as elected date Special Dispensation
Nov 12 02 J. H. Schmidt 03 01/22 Associate
“ E. W. Simeral 01/22 06/21 06/21 Do
“ F. J. Moriarty 01/22 01/22 01/22 Do
“ Rev. Thomas Walch 02/22 02/22 02/22 do Sioux City
“ “ “ “ “ “ “ Do Sioux City
“ “ “ “ 04/19 04/19 04/19 Do O’Neill
“ E. J. McAdams 01/22 02/22 02/22 Elected after rejection as Ins
May 14 02 Transfered from Springfield Council 364
Sept 17 02 C. J. Smyth 09/28 09/28 09/28 Insurance
Dec 10 02 Charter Member Do Transfered from Assoc
“ 01/22 Do
“ E. C. Ryan 01/22 02/22 02/22 Associate Sioux City
“ T. J. Nolan Do Forfited by Statute of Lim
“ James Hayden 01/22 06/21 06/21 Do
Sept 10 02 09/28 09/28 09/28 Do
Feb 18 03 T. F. Swift 02/22 02/22 02/22 Do Sioux City
“ Do Do Forfited by Limitation
“ Do 02/22 02/22 02/22 Do Sioux City
“ Do Do Sioux City
Mar 12 03 P. J. Murphy 03/20 Do
“ T. J. Nolan 05/01 Do
“ Thomas Flynn Do Fortified by Limitation
“ J. H. Kapietz 05/01 Do
“ R. J. Bourke Do Fortified by Limitation
“ A. W. Riley 05/01 Do
“ F. J. Moriarty 05/01 Do
“ Do Do Fortified by Limitation
“ Do 03/20 do
“ P. J. Murphy 05/01 Do
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Elected
Name Address Occupation
Rev James W. Stenson 412 So 9th St Omaha Priest
Phillip H Philbin 1505 Farnam Omaha Cigar Merchant
John A. Sehell 1514 No 19th Omaha Trav Salesman
Timothy J. Shanahan 1410 Martha Omaha Bank Teller
M. Murphy The Maline Ploco Co Omaha Merchant
Richard M. Doody 224 No 19th St Omaha
Frank Gaertner Wayne Neb Merchant
A. B. Scannell Madison Neb Dept County Recorder
Patrick J. Hart Columbus Neb Merchant
Michael J. Kelly Do 4438 Woboshane Chicago Trav Salesman
J. C. Byrnes Do Sheriff Platte Cnty Neb
N. B. Benn____witz 1529 No 19th Omaha Mgr Hdwr Dept Hydens
James A. Taggert 1104 No 24th St Omaha Undertaker
Bernard F. Fauell Do 2416 Pierce St Omaha Ry Postal Clerk
Rev John Jenneutte 1529 No 19 St Omaha Priest
Patrick H. McMahon 20th & missourI Ave Omaha Forman Cudahy Pking CO
Charles D. McLaughlin 117 So 39th St Omaha Mgr Lish Mfg CO
William C. Ryan Do 1707 Webster Omaha Ry Postal Clerk
John E. Reagan Do 2936 No 23rd Omaha Lawyer
Rev F. P. McManus Cumberland Iowa Priest
Daniel J. Dorsey 2412 Spencer Omaha Trav Salesman
John P. Gallagher 1421 No 23rd Omaha Cigar Dealer
William L. Buckley Do 1314 No 23rd Omaha Clerk C Pking CO
Rev John Fitzpatrick 1715 Izard Omaha Priest
Rev Patrick J Judge Do 2212 Binney Omaha Do
John A Templeton Do 3314 Burt Omaha RR Contractor
Lawrence R Rossiter Do 2107 Pinkney Omaha Ry Mail Clerk
Michael N. Greeley Do 2406 Chicago Omaha Chf Clerk A__g Hdgtrs
J.B. Klaussner Do 2771 Webster Omaha Dentist
Philip F McVoy Do 2231 So 12th Omaha Mgr & Salesman
Pages 10 and 11 should go side to side.
Maybe you can print them and lay them side by side.
List Continued on page 190
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Members
Date Proposed by Initiated Remarks
Elected 1st 2nd 3rd
Mar 2 03 Rev P. A. McGowen 03 05/01 06/21 06/21 Associate
“ E. W. Simeral 05/01 06/21 06/21 Do
“ P. H. Johnson ---- ---- ----- Ins. Forfited aft Limitation
“ F. J. Moriarty 03/20 06/21 06/21 DO
“ Transfered From Des Moines #644 Transfered to Dallas council
Apr 3, 03 Rev 05/02 06/21 06/21
Jun 17 03 Rev Thomas Walsh 06/21 06/21 06/21 Associate
“ Do Do
“ Do 06/21 06/21 06/21 Do
“ Do Do
“ Do 06/21 06/21 06/21 Do
“ M. P. O’Connor “ “ “ Do
“ J. H. Schmidt “ “ “ Do
“ E. J. McAdams “ “ “ Do
“ F. J. Moriarty “ “ “ Do
“ E. C. Ryan “ “ “ Do
“ E. W. Simeral Do
“ J. A. Kerwan 06/21 06/21 06/21 Do
“ M. Murphy Do
“ T. F. Swift Do
“ C. P. Moriarty 06/21 06/21 06/21 Do
“ Rev M. L. Daly Do
“ Do 06/21 06/21 06/21 Do
“ Do “ “ “ Do
“ M. Murphy “ “ “ Do
“ E. W. Simeral “ “ “ Do
“ Dr. A. W. Riley Do
“ E. W. Simeral 06/21 06/21 06/21 Do
“ P. J. Murphy Do
“ Thomas Sullivan “ “ “ Do
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Record of Proceedings
Minutes of informal meeting March 16th 1902
Following the conferring of the second degree an informal meeting of this council was held in the A.O.U.W. hall for the purpose of ratifying the election of officers which election had taken place on Wednesday March 12th C. J. Smyth was chosen temporary Chairman J. S. Monaghan temporary Secretary. It was found that bro. W. J. Brennan who had been elected Deputy Grand Knight had not been able to appear for initiation and the election of this office was therefore necessary. Bro.Thomas J. Nolan was elected D. G. K. by acclimation. E. A. Cudahey having also failed to appear for installation.
Bro. T. J. Fitzmorris was unanimously elected a member of the board of trustees.
Chairman Smyth Bros. Simeral, Heafy and O’Hern a Committee to conduct Grand Knight T. J. Mahoney to the chair the later presided over the meetng from this time.
The Grand Knight appointed Bros. Smyth and Riley a committee to conduct the officers to their several stations. After a few remarks by Bros. Mahoney, Nolan and Smyth the meeting adjourned to news in Arlington Hall Sunday March 23rd at 3 P.M.
Approved March 23rd
J. S. Monaghan, Recording Secretary
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Minutes of meeting March 23rd 1902
In accordance with the arrangements made on the day of institution of Omaha Council # 652 the first regular meeting of this council was held in Arlington Hall on the above date. All officers were present except for the Financial Secretary.
The minutes of the informal meeting of March 16th were read and approved.
A communication from the National Secretary was read requesting the names of the charter members, and the argument desired for their appearance on the charter. On motion the Secretary was instructed to furnish the names in alphabetical order.
The Committee on arrangements reported the following bills incident to the institution of this Council.
Millard Hotel, (Banquet) $510.00
Postage $4.90
Theo. Lieben Supplies $7.80
Rent of Hall etc. $25.00
J.A.C. Kennedy Sunday $12.00
Cards $3.00
Hayden Bros. (Banquet) $25.50
E.W. Simeral $2.20
Dr Jensen Examinations $50.00
Extras for hall $16.00
Music at Banquet $17.00
Total $673.40
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Minutes of meeting March 23rd 1902, Continued
On motion of Bro. Simeral these bills were approved and ordered paid at once.
On motion a vote of thanks was tendered the committee on arrangements for the efficient and careful manner in which they performed their duties.
On motion of Bro. Kennedy a committee of 5 was appointed on membership it being understood that the names of applicants for membership he referred to this committee before being presented to the Couuncil.
On motion by Bro. Simeral the thanks of the Council were voted Bro. John A. Creighton for his generous assistance in the entertainment of our guests from other cities.
On motion of his Bro C. J. Smyth a committee consisting of Bros. P.C. Heafy, T. J. Flynn and J.A.C. Kennedy was appointed to make necessary arrangements for a hall.
On a motion of Bro Johnson a resolution of Sympathy and Condolence with Bro. Dugdale in the loss by death of his mother. Bro. Johnson was appointed by the Grand Knight a committee of one to draft Sauce.
On motion it was decided to hold meetings on the Second and fourth Wednesdays of every month
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March 23rd 1902, Continued
For the present. Receipts for the meeting $17.00.
The council adjourned in form at 5 P.M. subject to special call of the Grand Knight.
J. S. Monaghan,
Recording Secretary
Meeting of April 16th 1902
Puissant to the call of the Grand Knight Meeting was called to order at 8:30 P. M. All officers were present. This meeting was held especially on advice of National organizer M. W. Gleason that he would be in Omaha on this date for the purpose of formally installing the officers of this council.
Previous to this ceremony the Council considered such business as came before it in the regular order.
The minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. The Financial Secretary reported the receipt of only a part of the records and forms from the National Secretary.
A communication from District Deputy Hayden of Kansas was read inviting this council to participate
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April 16th 1902 Continued
In the institution of a council of the order at Parsons Kansas on April 20th As it was not deemed impractical on account of the railroad communications for Omaha Council to he represented, the secretary was instructed tp convey our thanks to Bro. Hayden and to express our regrets at our inability to be present.
The committee on hall reported that for reasons it was at this time deemed advisable not to publish, it would be best to retain Arlington Hall for a place of meeting. The committee also recommended Wednesday nights as Monday nights were not always open. A motion to accept the report of the committee and to hold future meetings on second and fourth Wednesdays of every month was adopted.
The committee was retained.
The Grand Knight announced the committee on membership as follows. John Flynn Chairman, P. C. Heafy, J. P. English, W. J. McCrann, John Frenzer.
Under head of new business, the Council elected by acclimation, W. P. McDevitt, Inside Guard, W. R. O’Shanghnessy Outside Guard. Under this head also the first degree was conferred on James Hayden, W. J. Bunnan and Wn. P. Russell who were absent at the time of institution of
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April 16th 1902 Continued
the Council.
After a recess the Council reconvened for the beautiful ceremony of the installation of officers candidated in an able and efficient manner by National Organizer M. W. Gleason.
On motion of Bro. Simeral the Council tendered a vote of thanks to Bro. Gleason, who in responding, congratulated the Council and insidentally called attention to the fact that insurance members should be secured as far as possible.
Receipts of the meeting 32.64
Adjournment in form taken at 11 P.M.
J. S. Monaghan,
Recording Secretary
May 14th 1902
The Council was called to order at 8:30 P.M. by chancellor C. J. Crowley the Grand Knight and Deputy Grand Knight both being absent. The roll call of officers revealed the absents of Chaplain and Lecturer in addition to the above officers. The acting Grand Knight appointed the following brothers to the various stations: D.G.K. F. J. McShane Chancellor John Rush – Lecturer W. J. Brennan, Chaplain Rev. P. McGovern
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May 4th 1902
A proposition from Geo. A. Fernstein ?Lon? of Cincinnati Ohio was read by the Secretary, to furnish robes and paraphernalia, of first class material for 300.00. ?Oeving? to proximity of an occasion when they will probably be needed, it was the opinion of many that no delay should be allowed in procuring them. Bro. W. J. Brennan moved that the Warden and the two Secretaries be constituted a committee to make the purchase. Bro. P. H. Johnson moved to amend that mater be laid over until next meeting. Motion amended carried.
Communication addressed to the council through Bro. Simeral from Rev. Geo. J. Glauken inviting the Knight to participate in the ceremonies attending the laying of the Corner Stone of the new church of St. Mary Magdalene at 19th & Dodge St Sunday June 1st. On motion it was decided to accept the invitation as individuals only and the Secretary was instructed to ?_____? To Father Glauken due acknowledgment of the invitation with explanation that we were not as yet equipped to take part in public functions.
Receipts of meeting 77.53
Adjournment taken at 10 P.M.
J. S. Monaghan R.S.
Note on the side margin!
Transfer card of Bro. A. P. Condon from Springfield Ill. Council # 364
Laid over under the rules for action at the next regular meeting.
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June 4th 1902
This regular meeting was held in Arlington Hall Wednesday evening G. K T. J. Mahoney presiding and all officers present except Chancellor and Warden.
The G. K. appointed Bro Jno. Rush to the station of Chancellor, Bro. Jno. E. O’Hern to that of Warden. Bids were received for hall rent 18.00 Secretary 5.00 and referred to the Trustees.
The transfer card of Bro. A. P. Condon from Springfield Ill. Council # 364 was taken up for second reading and vote. Bro. Condon was received into this Council by unanimous consent.
Motion by Bro. O’Hern that notice of meetings included names of accepted applicants for membership. Carried.
The Grand Knight appointed Bro. W. R. O’Shaughnessy a committee of one to secure necessary janitor and elevator service on meeting nights. On motion bill of elevator operation for 1.00 for extra service on a previous occasion was allowed. Motion Bro. Johnson that Council meet every Wednesday night until further notice. Carried.
Receipts $12.00 Adjourned 10 P.M.
J S. Monaghan R.S.
Note on left margin! For minutes of meeting of May 28th see page 21
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June 11th 1902
The Council opened in form D. G. K. T. J. Nolan presiding. Officers absent Chaplain, Chancellor, and Lecturer. The stations were filled by appointment of Acting Grand Knight as follows: D. G. K. W. J. Brennan, Chaplain Rev. D. P. Huntington, Chancellor J. E. O’Hern, Lecturer T. J. Fitzmorris.
Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. Communication from Chancellor C. F. Crowley was read intimating that he would be absent from the city until September. On motion of Bro. O’Hern it was decided to have the Grand Knight appoint a temporary Chancellor for the period of Bro. Crowleys absence, and the Secretary was instructed to communicate this information to Bro. Crowley and to ask him to return all documents on articles pertaining to the office.
Communication from Geo. M. Fienstein & Son referring to Committee on robes and paraphernalia.
On Motion by Bro. Johnson the Secretary was instructed to communicate with brothers residing in other cities regarding limited number of applications for membership in this Council.
Applications for membership were received as follows:
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June 11th 1902 Continued
Wm Dayle? South Omaha Associate
Edw. Price “ “ “
Thos. F. Quinlan “ “ Insurance
Michael O’Connor “ “ “
Jno. A. Gentleman “ “ Associate
B. H. Meile “ “ “
On motion of Bro. Gibbons Secretary was requested to refer all Associate application of eligible applicants back to proposers to secure insurance as for as possible.
On motion of Bro. Smyth the Grand Knight was requested to communicate with the Supreme Knight in regard to insurance policies not yet received.
The treasurers report disclosed the fact the total amount in the treasury from all sources was $275.00. Receipts of this meeting $5.00.
Adjournment taken at 10:15 P.M.
J Monaghan R. S
Minutes of Meeting May 28th 1902 (Omitted)
Arlington Hall
Council opened in form all officers present Chancellor and Advocate.
A communication was read from T. D. S. K. Jno. H. Reddin of Denver, in relation to excursion to the Pacific Coast and Northwestern points inviting members to
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June 18th 1902
Meeting at Arlington Hall opened in form with all officers present except the Chancellor, Chaplain, and Advocate. Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved.
Bill for $1.50 presented by Bro. P.H. Johnson for chest for records etc. was referred to trustees. Application for memebership were received and read as follows:
Name Residence Kind Proposed by
B. J. Scannell Omaha Associate Simeral
A. J. Kennan “ “ Heafy
P. L. Gillispie Wymore Neb “ Crowley
D. J. Riley Omaha " Kennedy
B. M. Riley “ “ Do
Thos. M. Moran “ “ Heafy
Rev J. E. English Wayne Neb “ Fr Walsh
Rev. Edward Murphy Norfolk “ Do
Jno. J Reilly Omaha Ins
Peter G.H. Boland “ Ins Johnson
Daniel Hannon “ “
The following applications were reported by the G. K. as approved by investigating Committee: Geo Parks, F. J. O’Neill, Wm M. Bushman, P. J. Reilly, Frank A. ?Furay?
Fred ?Ruempiug?, Chas. P. Moriarty, Thos. C. Byrne, Martin Laugdon, Andrew Murphy, B. H. Meile, T. F. Quinlan, M. F. Sweeney, M. C. Welch.
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June 18th 1902 Continued
The G. K. requested that all committees of investigation report on applicants as quickly as possible.
Bro. F. J. Moriarty was appointed by the Grand Knight to the station of Chancellor for the period of absence of the regularly elected officer.
On motion by Bro. O’herne the G. K. appointed a committee of three to draft a set of by laws the committee consisting of Bros.
Receipts of the meeting $9.82.
Council closed in form and adjourned at 9:45 P.M.
J. Monaghan R.S.
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May 28th Continued from page 21
participate in the enjoyments of the trip and assist in the conferring of degrees and the institution of Councils. The Secretary was instructed to express to Bro. Reddin our thanks for the invitation.
Bills were refunded to the trustees as follows:
National Secretary records & forms $23.55,
Fidelity Deposit Co. Bond J. H. Schmidt Treasurer $4.00.
Transfer card of A. P. Condon from Sprinfield Council #364 was read and laid over under the rules to next meeting.
On motion the Secretary was instructed to notify the committee on membership not see the friends and proposers of applicants and secure their application at once. On motion of Bro. P. H. Johnson it was decided to meet every Wednesday evening until otherwise determined. Secretary was instructed to notify all members of this action.
On motion the trustees and the two Secretaries were constituted a special committee on robes and paraphernalia with power to purchase.
On motion the worthy warden was instructed to procure chest for records etc. Council closed in form and adjourned to June 4th.
J. Monaghan R.S.
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June 25th 1902
The Council opened in form D. G. K. T. J. Nolan presiding and a majority of the officers absent. Bills of Secretary 2.60 and National Secretary of 10.50 were referred to the Board of Trustees. The membership committee was requested through its chairman to write to Mr. Golden and others if known at O’Neill in order to secure one or two members from there and the Secretary was instructed to communicate with Fr. Walsh to the same end.
Motion from Bro. O’Hern that membership in this council from Sioux City be limited to six – adopted. On motion of Bro. Simeral the presiding officers appointed on the committee on the by-laws Bros. O’Hern, Kennedy, Simeral.
On motion of Bro. Gibbons it was decided to receive no applications for membership in the first class of fifty or thereabouts after Wednesday July 2nd . Moved by Bro. Kennedy that the Grand Knight appoint a committee of nine (9) to make all arrangements for the next initiation – Carried.
Applications for membership were reported approved as follows:
M. P. O’Connor, J. J. Riley, J. A. Kervan, J. F. Lorve, Edward Price, T. W. Moran, B. J. Scannell, J. A. Gentleman, Edw T. Welch, Frank A. Furay, B. M. Meile, C. P. Moriarty, Thos. C. Byrne, Geo. Parks, M. Lougdon
Notes on left margin! Minutes of previous meeting read and approved.
Andrew Murphy, Fred ?Reunping? Wm Bushman, Thos J.
O’Neill, Edw B. Alexander.
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Applications were received and read as follows:
Applicant Residence Proposed by
E. J. Greene Omaha E. J. Meadows
Wm. Malone “ O’Hern
Edw. J. Coxley Co Bluffs Organ
Stephen T. McAtee Do “
James P. O’Hanlan Omaha F. J. McShane
Michael A. Dilon So Omaha R. D. O’Neill
Robert P. Larkin Sioux City R. J. Bouke
J. M. Lynch “ Do
Thos. Malone “ Do
Treasurer reported as follows:
June 1st balance in Council fund $234.51
Receipts from all sources 22.50 257.01
Paid out on ?Noueliers? 51.55
Leaving Balance 205.46
National Funds 45.47
Total in Tres. Hands $253.93
The Council closed in form at 10.15 P.M.
J. Monaghan R. S.
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July 2nd 1902
Council opened in form with all officers present except the worthy advocate. Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. A communication was read from Fr. Walsh of Norfolk desiring to be informed as to the date selected for the next initiation. A circular letter was received from Wilmington Del. Council No. 195 protesting against unfair statements in regard to Catholic matters in a recent public action of Appletons Encyclopedia. On motion of Bro. Johnson the communication was referred to a committee. The committee appointed by the Grand Knight consisted of Fr Moriarty, Bros. Rush and Simeral.
Balloting for candidates resulting in the election of P. J. Reilly, Frank A. Furay, P. H. Meile, Chas. P. Moriarty, Thos. C. Byrne, Geo. Parks, Martin Laugton, Andrew Murphy, Fred Rumping, Jno. A. Gentleman, Wm. M. Bushman, Thos. J. O’Neill, Edward T. Welsh, Edward B. Alexander.
Applications for membership were received as follows:
Name Residence Proposed by
T. J. Donohue Knox Co. Neb Fr Walsh
Edw. Murphy Norfolk Neb “
Jno. J. Hogan “ “
P. E. McKillick Humphrey Neb “
Wm. H. Greene Creighton Neb “
Rev Jno. Stephen Brog Dodge Co. Neb “
Rev Jno Bright Omaha, Neb “
Note in margin! Bryan M. Riley, Rev. J. E. English, Edw. C. Ryan, P. L. Gillispie,
Wm. Doyle
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Name Residence Proposed by
Rev. P. F. McCarthy Omaha, Neb Fr. Walsh
J. A. Madden Madison Neb “
Jno. Nolan So Omaha, Neb Jno Flynn
P. McGrath Omaha P.C. Heafy
P. J. Murphy Rogers, Cofax Co F. J. Moriarty
T. F. Kennedy Omaha “
Jno. J. Donohue “ P. C. Heafy
Jno. A. Schall “ P. H. Johnson
Thos. Sullivan “ J. E. O’Hern
W. J. Shanahan So Omaha “
The Grand Knight announced the committee on assignment for next initiation as follows:
Bros. Simeral, Fitzmorris, Gibbons, Frengar, Melehn, ?K. E.? Welsh, Dugdale, Monaghan, P. H. Johnson. On motion it was decided discharge all investigaing committees that had not reported and appoint new ones.
Bills approved by Trustees, Secety 2.60, Natl Secety 10.50
Grand Knight announced the approval by trustees of bond of treasurer in the Fidelity and Deposit CO. of Baltimore Md. Receipts of meeting ---
Council closed in form at 9:00 P. M.
J. Monaghan R.S.
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July 9th 1902
The Council opened in form with a majority of the officers absent. Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. Bro. C. J. Smyth was unanimously elected temporary Grand Knight in the absence of Bro. T. J. Mahoney and Dep. G. K T. J. Nolan.
Communication from Geo. A. Firnstein from Cincinnati, Ohio in regard to robes etc. was read and placed on file. Bill from Natl. Secty. For application blanks amount 2.24 was transfered to board of Trustees. R. S. 2.95 Approved.
Applications were reported approved as Follows: Rev. E. J. English, Edw. C. Ryan, P. L. Gillispie, Wm. Doyle, Ryan M. Riley. Under the regular order these names were submitted to informal ballot and no obstacles appearing were declared elected.
Under the heading of “Good of the Order” the presiding officer called attention to a movement in the East on the part of the Catholic Societies of the United States to assume an aggressive attitude in public affairs and repeating such action and emphatically opposing it expressed the hope that this council, a favorable opportunity presenting itself would declare its opposition to the Knights of Columbus being concerned in such a movement. The acting Grand Knight was sustained in this position by several brothers, chief amoung the speakers being Bros.
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O’Herne and Brennan.
Attention was called also to the absence of the principal officers of the council and the suggestion that the Grand Knight and Deputy G. K. arrange between themselves for one of them to be present on regular meeting nights in the event of the enforced absence of either.
The council closed in form at 9:30 P.M.
J Monaghan R. S.
Note on left margin! Applications read David J. Krogh, Timothy Byrnes Sioux City
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July 30th 1902
The Council opened in form. Deputy Grand Knight T. J. Nolan presiding. Minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. A Communication from Geo. A. Firnstein & Son asking for remittance for robes recently received was laid over on recommendation of the Worthy Warden who advised that the bill had not been checked by him.
The communication from Wilimington Delaware Council 195 was again called up under the head of Reports of Committees. Bros. Simeral and Rush both members of the committee appointed to consider this communication whis a request for a format protest from all councils against a recent edition of D. Appleton & Co’s Encyclopedia in which Catholic matters of history are treated unfairly, spoke at length but rendered no definite report. They recommended sending out pamphlets to the better class of non-Catholics as well as Catholics, defining our position and theirs counteracting as for as possible harmful effects likely to result from the disinformation of this class of literature in gernal and the
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work referred to inparticular.
Bro. Simeral recommended the purchase and distribution of pamplets known as “Poisoning of the Wells”. Motion by Bro. Moriarity that committee be empowered to secure and distribute one thousand (1000) of these pamplets. Carried.
Motion by Bro. C. J. Smyth the powers of this committee be extended to include and investigate into the ?charater? (Maybe character) of the histories used in the high schools of this vicinity Omaha in particular. Then he declared to be manifestly unfair, biased and even actual perversion of historical facts when the Church in American history is concerned.
Applications for membership were received and read as follows:
Name Residence Proposed by
Timothy J. D?____? M.D. O’Neill Neb C. B. Dugdale
Daniel T. Lee M.D. Omaha A.J.C. Kennedy
Edward Kerby Sioux City R. J. Bourke
Under the head of “Good of the Order” Bro. Simeral Worthy Lecturer again suggested to the council the addressability of securing during the coming ?____? several distinguished Catholic Lecturers. Bro. C. J. Smyth ably seconded this suggestion and expressed the opinion that such entertainment would be attended by
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The people we are anxious to reach and would accomplish more in the way of removing prejudice from Non-Catholic minds than any other method we could adopt.
Brief talks on this subject were made by Bros. Rush, Nolan, and Organ. The later deprecated the lack of social features thus for in this Council and expressed the hope that some steps would be taken in that direction as soon as practicable.
The Council closed in form to much in regular sesion Wednesday evening August 6th
J Monahan R. S.
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August 6th 1902
Council opened in form with all officers present except the advocate. Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. Communication from D.G. K. P.L. McArdle was read suggesting that on account of greater expense the Chicago degree team give way to team from Kansas City or Topeka – filed.
Communication from National Council in regard to D. Appleton & Company’s Encyclopedia was referred to committee. Still out on this matter.
Letter from Grand Knight of Des Moines Council #644 Grand Knight T. J. Mahoney extending invitation to him to respond to a toast and to the members of this council to participate in the initiation of a class in Des Moines on Sept 21st . Communication was referred to committee of two and advise that we would let them know in due time how many could avail themselves of the invitation. The committee consisting of Bros. Johnson and Gibbons.
Bills were referred to Trustees as follows: Geo A. Firnstein & Son Communication for robes and paraphernalia $319.10, National Council insurance assessment $20.30, Stationary .29.
The committee on Appleton & Co publication reported the following ressolutions
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Whereas: The firm of D. Appleton & Co. has presently published a new edition of their “Universal Encyclopedia and Atlas” which while professing to be fair contains numerable articles relating to Catholic matters, which are marked by ignorance, prejudice and bigotry. See article “Poisoning of the Wells” in the Messenger for June 1902.
And whereas: Such a work is usually the source from which Non-Catholics and frequently Catholics, derive their ideas doctrines ?practius? and history of the Catholic Church.
Resolved – That we the Omaha Council of the Knights of Columbus enter our most empathic protest, against the further publication or sale of said encyclopedia: and ?du____aud? of Appleton & Co. that they revise and ?c____h? the work so as to give to the public what they profess to give ??? fair and trustful expression of the Catholic position on all matters of Catholic Doctrine and Church history.
Resolved further ---- That we individually and as an organization, will call upon our fellow citizens to aid us in preventing the purchase of
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Said work on its introduction into our homes, our libraries, or our schools.
D. W. Moriarty
Signed Jno. Rush
E. W. Simeral Committee
The following applications were reported approved.
D. J. O’Brien, Thos. Sullivan, Wm. J. Shanahan, Michael F. Sweeney, Peter G. H. Boland, Thos. F. Quinlan Insurance, Michael A. Dillion, J. M. Lynch, Edw. Murphy, T. F. Kennedy, Rev. Jno. Varanek, Rev. P. F. McCarthy, Rev. Jno. J. Basg, Thos. Malone, Wm. H. Green, Jno, J. Donahue, P. E. McKillieh, Robert T. Larkin, R. J. Murphy, Dan J. Riley, Jno. Nolan, J. A. Madden, Jas. P. O. Hanlon, T. J. Donahue, B. J. Scannell, Edward F. Cogley, Stephen T. McAtee, Thos. W. Moran, Edward Prince, Jas. F. Loive, Jas. A Kervan.
A motion of Bro. C. J. Smyth the secretary was ?inshucted? to send out circular letters advising all members that their names would be voted on at the regular meeting of August 13th. Applecation for membership Daniel C. Hurley, Res. Omaha, Occupation Salesman, pro. by Bro. C. J. Smyth was read.
On motion matters pertaining hall and janitor service were referred to the worthy Warden.
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August 6th 1902
An animated discussion of the attitude certain Catholic Societies with reference to public questions was participated in his Worth Lecturer E. W. Simeral, The Grand Knight and D. G. K. Bros. Smyth, Galvin, Fitzmorris, and O’Herne.
Receipts of Meeting $8.47
Council closed in form
J. S. Monaghan
R. S.
August 13th 1902
Council opened in form with a majority of officers present. Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. A communication from Rev. Thos. Walsh dated Chicago was read saying he had conferred with Mr. McArdle in regard to date of conferring the third degree in Omaha and the latter set the date of Sunday Sept. 28th.
Bills of A.O.U.W. Temple 4.50 and Secty for $2.80 were referred to Board of Trustees.
On motion of Bro. Simeral the committee on arrangements was instructed to make necessary preparations for initiation of candidates on Sept. 28th.
The following applications for membership were reported approved by the National Council:David J. Keogh, P. T. McGrath, Jas. T. Hogan, Wm. C. Malom.
Note!
The A.O.U.W Hall was the Ancient Order of United Workmen Hall on 15th & Douglas St Omaha
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August 13th 1902
The following were elected to membership:
(See membership list pages 6 & 7)
The applications of J. J. Donohue, M.A. Dillon and Peter G. H. Roland were rejected.
Bro. T. J. Fitzmorris offered the following rsolutions:
Resolved: That the Financial Secretary is hereby authorized and instructed to collect from members Council dues for the six months period beginning April 1st 1902 and ending Sept. 30th 1902. The Financial Secretary is ordered to notify and collect from members Council dues for half yearly periods, or fraction thereof in advance, said half year periods to begin April 1st and October 1st.
On motion of Bro. Simeral the resolution was adopted.
On motion of Bro. C. J. Smyth the committee on arrangements was instructed to make preparation for initiation of candidates in First Degree on Sept. 3rd and Second Degree on Sept. 10th.
On motion of Bro. J. E. O’Hern it was decided to propose understudies for the various offices to provide against the possible absence of any. Bro. T.J. Fitzmorris made a report in the name of the Board of Trustees – Report adopted.
Recipts of meeting $12.38
Council adjourned in form to meet Wednesday evening Sept. 3rd.
J. S. Monaghan R. S.
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September 3rd 1902
Council opened in form all officers present except the Deputy Grand Knight which position was filled by C. J. Smyth per instruction of the committee on assignments. Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. Communications from Fr. Walsh and the Grand Knight of Des Moines Council relative to initiations were referred to the committee on assignments. Communications from Geo. A. Firnstein & Son of Cincinnati acknowledging receipt from Secty of this council of draft for 169.00 and referring to arrangement for payment of balance due was referred to committee on robes and paraphernalia. Bills of Secretary 7.95 and J. A. Creighton Hall rent $18.00 were referred to Board of Trustees.
For Moriarty on behalf of committee on Appleton Publication reported the arrival of 500 pamphlets of the article “Poisoning of the Wells”, and ready for distribution. Sub-Committee on railroad transportation etc. through Bro. Gibbons reported on trip to Des Moines on Sunday Sept. 21st as follows: Trip to be made via Rock Island train leaving Union Station at 7 A.M. and returning to Omaha at about same time Monday morning. Cost of excursion one fare for round trip with privilege of sleeper for return at an additional cost of $1.50 per person making total cost of $6.10 for each person.
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September 3rd 1902
After a recess of ten minutes the Council conferred the First Degree on the following candidiates: Frank A. ?Furney?, B. H. Meile, Charles P. Moriarty, Edw. T. Welsh, B.J. Scannell, Jno. A. Kervan, P. T. McGrath, Bryan M. Riley, Wm. J. Shanahan, Thos. Sullivan.
Under the head of “Good of the Order” a communication from the lecturer of Kansas City Council addressed to the Worthy Lecturer of this Council was read asking for the cooperation of Omaha Council in planing to secure the presence of several distinguished Catholic Prelates and Laymen in a lecture course to include Kansas City and Omaha, during the coming winter. The presence of a representative of Omaha Council at a conference to be held in Kansas City Sept. 14th was also requested. On motion of Bro. Mahoney the Worthy Lecturer was request to attend this conference, as the proper representative officer at such meetings, the expense of the trip to be borne by the Council.
Receipts.
The Council closed in form
J. Monaghan R. S.
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September 10th 1902
Council opened in form with all officers present except D. G. K. T. J. Nolan, this office being filled by Bro. C. J. Smyth per arrangement of committee on initiation. Communication from W. J. Dillon Financial Secretary of Kansas City Council No. 527, was read inviting members of this Council to participate in ceremonies of initiation on Sunday Sept. 14th. Secretary was instructed to acknowledge receipt and to advise that having accepted prior invitation to Des Moines on 21st it was not possible that many would go from here to Kansas City.
Application of Michael P. O’Connor for membership was reported approved by National Council. Balloting for members was postponed one week by unanimous consent.
The application of D. J. O’Brien for transfer from associate to insurance membership was approved by unanimous vote.
Application for Rev. James McNally of Beresford, South Dakota for associate membership was given first reading.
On motion bills reported at previous meeting were ordered paid.
By unanimous vote of the Council special permit was granted to Jno. F Coad to take degree work at Des Moines Sunday Sept. 21st.
Bro. T. J. Fitzmorris reported receipt of notice that the Nation Officers of the Catholic Young Mens Institute would meet in Omaha October 20th and moved that a
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Committee of five be appointed to welcome the delegates and provide suitable entertainment. Motion carried and Grand Knight appointed Bros. T. J. Fitzmorris, T. F. Swift, J. P. English, Jno. N. Funger, and Jno. A. Kervan to serve on said committee.
The Council worked in the Second Section. Conferred Second Degree on the following: Frank A. Furay, Chas. P. Moriarty, B. H. Meile, Edw. T. Welch, Thos. Sullivan, B. J. Scannell, Ryan M. Riley, Jno.A. Kervan, Wm. J. Shanahan, P. J. McGrath, Wm. P. Russell, Jas. Hayden. Financial Secretary reported receipts of meeting $66.85. Council close in form. Adjourned to Wednesday Sept. 17th.
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September 17th 1902
Council opened in form with all officers present except G. K., Advocate and Warden. Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved.
Following bills were referred to Board of Trustees.`
Dr. Jensen - Examinations 20.00
E. W. Simeral Expense to Kansas City 7.00
J. H. Schmidt Mdse etc. 6.16 $33.16
Following applications reported approved by National Council: M. P. O’Connor, E. P. Milady, Rev. Michael Daly, Dr. T. J. Dwyer, A. V. Kinsler.
Bro. P. C. Heafy’s withdrawal from insurance membership was reported by National Council.
On motion by Bro. C. J. Smyth balloting on applications was postponed one week and Secretary instructed to send out notices to members advising them that the above names and perhaps others would be voted upon at meeting Sept. 24th.
On motion it was decided to discharge the committee on hall and appoint a ?n ?. The committee consisting of Bros. Dr. Riley, J. H. Schmidt, amd I. J. Dunn.
In the session of the Council under the head of “Good of the Order”, conducted by the Worthy Lecturer, the later made a report of his recent trip to Kansas City and of the conference of Lecturers of various councils.
The names of several distinguished Catholic Clergy and gentlemen suggested by the Columbian Bureau came up for discussion and it was declared impracticable
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September 17th 1902
for this Council to attain the object in view by securing any of the gentlemen mentioned for public lectures here. However on motion of Bro. T. J. Nolan it was decided to appoint a committee of five to formulate plans for the giving of a free public lecture under the auspices of this Council. The Worthy Lecturer to be ?exoffica? chairman of such committee. The other members of the committee as named by the Lecturer are: Bros. T. J. Nolan, C. J. Smyth, J. E. O’Hern, R. J. Bourke.
On motion Bro. C. J. Smyth Secretary was instructed to write and ask National Secretary to rush forward all unreported applications.
Receipts of meeting 39.64 Council closed in form adjournment being taken to Wednesday Sept. 24th
J.S. Monaghan R. S.
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September 24th 1902
Council opened in form with all officers present except for Warden.
Bills of Secretary $10.34 and Financial Secretary $1.10 were referred to Board of Trustees.
Communications from P. J. Murphy, Rogers Neb, W. M. Condon Humphrey Neb, M. F. Healy Ft. Dodge Iowa, Geo. A. Firnstein & Son Cincinnati Ohio, and T. J. Donahue Winnitoon Neb were orderd placed on file.
Committee on arangements reported through chairman Simeral that all plans for initiation on Sept. 28th had been carefully considered and all arrangements madt that could be made at this time.
Bro. J. H. Schmidt reported for committee on hall that Royal ?A____um? Hall had seemed to be the only one practicable for our use but was not certain it could be secured for Wednesday evenings. The charge for this hall would be $8.00 per month for two nights in a month, for four nights $15.00 per month. No action was taken on report of committee.
The following were admitted to membership: (See page 7 under date of Sept. 24th)
Application of Wm. Hayden proposed by Bro. Jno. A. Creighton and Jno. J. Reilly proposed by C. B. Dugdale were given first reading.
Council closed in form and adjourned on motion of Bro. Simeral to meet on Saturday evening Sept. 27th.
Receipts
J.S. Monaghan R. S.
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September 27th 1902
for purpose of passing on applications on which special action was requested of the National Secretary. The latter reported on names of Wm. Hayden, Jno. J. Reilly, Rev. Jas. McNally, T. J. Dewyer, and these were elected on the informal ?h____?.
Committee on arrangements reported the completion of plans for initiation ceremonies of Sunday September 28th and Council closed informally adjournment being taken to second Wednesday in October.
J. S. Monaghan R. S.
September 28th 1902
Council opened in form for purpose of conferring degrees on a class of fifty three candidates. Preliminary to the ceremonies of initiation Rev. Philip J. O’Connor was elected a member of this council by special dispensation of Deputy Supreme Knight P.L. McArdle of Chicago.
At 2:30 P.M. the ceremonies began with the conferring of the First Degree by the officers of Omaha Council on the following. (See page 6 and 7 of this record).
This ceremony, after a brief intermission was followed by the conferring of the Second Degree, also by the officers of Omaha Council.
This ceremony was followed by a considerable intermission during which
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September 28th 1902 Continued
a light luncheon was served to candidates and members.
The Third Degree conducted by Deputy Supreme Knight P. L. McArdle of Chicago and J. W. Miley of Milwaukee assisted by officers and members of Omaha Council and visiting brothers from Chicago, Boston, Des Moines, St. Joseph and Kansas City, was brought to a successful conclusion at 9 P.M.. The council with visiting brothers and the newly elected members then ?repaied? to the Millard Hotel to enjoy a report planned by the initiation committee.
E. W. Simeral, Worthy Lecturer, in the capacity of Toastmaster, called upon various of our distinguished guests and members to respond to informal toasts. Deputy P. L. McArdle, G. K. T. J. Mahoney, Rev. P.J. O’Connor of Sioux City, Rev. P.A. McGovern of Omaha, W. H. Green of Creighton responded to toasts, and many others made brief responses to calls from assembled members.
This first initiation of Omaha Council was generally voted a success from every point of view, and D.S.K. McArdle took occasion to bestow many complements on the Council for its progress in the order, and the high standards of its personnel.
J.S. Monaghan R.S.
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October 8th 1902 Continued
Pursuant to call of Grand Knight Omaha Council No. 652 opened in form with a large attendance and the presence of all officers.
It had been announced that a brief social session would conclude this meeting and this fact brought out a majority of the members.
A communication was read from Gleneida Council No. 595 of Carmel New York asking for assistance in the building of a Catholic Church at that place which was described as a town steeped in prejudice against Catholicity. The communication was referred to the Board of Trustees.
Bills were presented by the committee of initiation, ?inciduct? to that ceremony and one by Secretary for $5.00.
The committee on hall reported through Bro. J. H. Schmidt that Royal ?Arcanum? Hall could not be secured. The committee was then instructed to continue its efforts to secure a hall, special mention being made in this connection of the annex of A.O.U.W. Temple.
Applications of Jno. F. Coad Jr. proposed by Bro. F. J. Moriarty and Daniel J. O’Donahoe by Bro. E.W. Simeral were given first reading.
The Board of Trustees reported the approval of bills amounting to $33.85.
On motion of Bro. T.J. Nolan a committee consisting of Bros. E.C. Ryan, M.P. O’Connor and Dr. D.F. Lee, was appointed to secure the
Note!
The A.O.U.W Temple was the Ancient Order of United Workmen Hall on 15th & Douglas St Omaha
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October 8th 1902 Continued
names of all members desiring to go to Sioux City for the prospective institution of a charter at that point on Nov. 16th and to arrange all facilities for the trip if it is concluded to institute a council at the time now thought to be probable.
Under the good of the order a social session was held which proved to be very enjoyable. Bro. E.C. Ryan for the new members responded to the toast “My impressions of the day”. Many of the old and new members responded informally to calls from the Worthy Lecturer and the Council and Bro. E.F.Cogley entertained the members with dialect recitations.
Without the transaction of further business the Council closed in form and adjourned to meet Wednesday evening October 22nd.
J.S. Monaghan R. S.
Note! Written in the margin: Receipts of meeting $63.92
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October 22th 1902 Continued
Council opened in form with a majority of officers present. Minutes of meetings of Sept. 28th and Oct. 8th were read and approved. Communication from Natl. Secretary with reference to insurance policies was read and placed on file.
Bills of Treasurer and Warden for supplies amounting to $10.66 and $3.00 respectively were referred to the Trustees.
Bro. Simeral on behalf of the committee on by-laws recommended the adoption of the form used by ?D____? (possibly Denver) Council with some additions and revisions. On motion of Bro. Fitzmorris action on the report was deferred until more time could be given it in detail.
Bro. J. H. Schmidt on behalf of the hall committee A.O.U.W. hall was in use by other societies on all evenings except Saturday. As this was deemed impracticable the committee was instructed to continue its efforts to secure a suitable place of meeting and on motion Bro. J.P. Frenzer was added to the committee.
Bro. E.C. Ryan as chairman of the committee on excursion to Sioux City reported that as actual date for institution of a council at that place had not positively been determined on the committee had taken no definite action and asked for more time which was granted.
Applications for membership were received as follows:
Name Address Age Birthplace Occupation Proposed by
Jas. J. Parks So Omaha 33 Ireland Bricklayr Contr E.C. Ryan
Note!
The A.O.U.W Hall was the Ancient Order of United Workmen Hall on
15th & Douglas St Omaha
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October 22th 1902 Continued
Name Address Age Birthplace Occupation Proposed by
Edw. J. Green 1321 So 29th E.J. McAdams
Owen O’Neill Battle Creek Neb Neb Cattle Raiser Fr. T. Walsh
Fred J. Cassia Norfolk Neb Salesman Fr. T. Walsh
James Kennedy “ “ Real Estate Fr. T. Walsh
Rev.A.M.Calanesi Omaha Priest J.H. Schmidt
A communication from a committee of National Officers outlining a plan for the institution of a chair of Secular History at the Catholic University, and appealing to councils of the order for assistance in this great work was read by the Grand Knight. The letter asks for receipt of $50,000.00 as necessary for this purpose and states that some 300 eastern councils representing a considerable majority of the members of the order have contributed one half of the amount. The Grand Knight stated that he would call the matter up for action at some future meeting.
Bro. J.W. McCrann was reported ill at his home in South Omaha. The Grand Knight appointed Bros. O’Hern, Fr. Daly, C.F. Crowley and P.H. Johnson a committee to ascertain the wants of Bro. McCrann and also to constitute a permanent sick committee.
On motion of Bro. R.J. Bourke the warden was instructed to purchase a wardrobe for officers robes. Under the head of Good of the Order the council was entertained with
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brief but instructive talks by members of the Supreme Council of the Catholic Young Men’s Institute, who were in session here at that time. These included the president, secretary, and other members of the Supreme Council from San Francisco, Cincininati O.
and Roanoke Va.
Receipts $20.06
Council closed in form and adjourned to meet Wednesday Nov. 12th
J.S. Monaghan R. S.
Movember 12th 1902 Continued
Council opened in form with all officers present except D.G.K. and treasurer. Minutes of previous meeting read and approved. Sick Committee reported all members previously reported ill to be recovered or convalescent. The following applications for membership retained for first reading: J.J. Murphy from Logansport Ind., Machinest, pro. Jas. Hayden, Thos. B. Coleman, , Falls City, Neb. Salesman, T.j. Nolan, Hugh Matthews, Louisiana, salesman, E.C. Ryan. The following were elected to membership (see page 8)
Committee on by laws reported full set rules and laws for government of the council and note was taken by sections, the committees report being adopted to the 10th article inclusive
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except in case of two sections which were referred back to the committee for further revision.
Trustees reported on communication from Glenida Council, Carmel N. Y. recommending that same be placed on file without action.
Committee on Sioux City excursion, reported through chairman E.C. Ryan, that date for institution at that place was not definitely settled, hence no positive report could be made.
On motion of Bro. O’Hern a committee consisting of Lecturer Simeral as chairman, and Bros. O’Hern, Langdon, Fitzmorris and Wm. Hayden was appointed to secure some distinguished Catholic Lecturer to deliver a lecture under the auspices of the council.
Trustees reported the approval of bills amounting to $36.66.
Rects. Of Meeting $71.12.
Council closed in form adjourned to meet in usual place of meeting, Wednesday Nov 26th
J.S. Monaghan R.S.
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Council opened in form D.G.K. T.J. Nolan presiding. The only officers answering to roll call were D.G.K. Treasurer, Financial Secretary, and Recording Sect. Lecturer and Trustee T.J. Fitzmorris. Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. Under head of bills and Communications, bill of P.C. Heafy for expenses incurred in resent initiation amt. 2.00 and one of Financial Secretary for $3.75 were read and referred to Board of Trustees.
Committee on hall reported through chairman J. H. Schmidt that the A.O.U.W. annex was the only hall possible to obtain at this time – that this could be secured on Wednesday Nights provided it was taken for the four Wednesdays of the month at a cost of $12.00 per month. Motion by Bro. O’Hern that report be adopted and committee instructed to secure lease for the remainder of this year. Bro. Rush moved to amend that committee obtain a form of lease on the best terms possible and report to council at the special meeting to be held, Wednesday Dec. 3rd. Motion carried. Afterward Bro. Fitzmorris who had opposed the original motion as well as the motion to amend, moved a reconsideration of the amending motion. Carried. Motion by Bro. Fitzmorris that committee be instructed to secure a form of contract for lease of hall for one year
Notes!
The A.O.U.W Hall was the Ancient Order of United Workmen Hall on 15th & Douglas St Omaha
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and submit same to next regular meeting of the council. Motion lost. Motion by Bro. Simeral that old committee be discharged and Bros. Schmidt and Frenzer be constituted a committee with power to act if in their judgment immediate action would seem to be necessary.
Applications for membership were reported as follows:
Name Birthplace Occupation Proposed by
Patrick T. Naughton Madison Wis Ry Mail Clerk T.J. Nolan
Timothy J. Shannahan Omaha, Neb Bank Teller T.J. Moriarty
Motion of Bro. J.E. O’Hern that the Secty. Be instructed to send notices of next meeting to all members notifying them of the annual election of officers and sending list of present officers. Motion of Bro. J.H. Schmidt ?aureud? that notices omit names of officers was carried.
On motion the report of the committee on by laws was postponed to the next regular meeting. Financial Secretary receipts $80.95
J.S. Monaghan R.S.
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December 10th, 1902
Council opened in form with a majority of the officers present. Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. Bill of Recording Secretary for $3.00 referred to Board of Trustees. Voucher from Natl. Secretary aggregating $162.88 were read by the Grand Knight. The committee on Lecture reported that after a conference with Bishop Scannell it had decided to recommend Bishop O’Gorman of Sioux Falls, So. Dakota. On motion the report of the committee was adopted and the committee instructed to make all arrangements for the lecture to be given under the auspices of this council. The Worthy Lecturer reported the invitation of Fr. ?Bronsgust? pastor of St. Johns Collegiate Church , to the Knights to ?alleud? a special vespers service at St. John’s, the service to be followed by a lecture by Fr. Dowling especially appropriate to the occasion. The arrangement of the details of this event was also left to the committee on lecture, incorporated in motion to adopt report of committee.
Committee on by laws requested the adoption of Art. 9 Section 1 and Section 9 of the report. Adopted on motion. Chairman Schmidt of committee on hall read copy of written proposition made to proper authority of A.O.U.W. Temple for securing annex to their hall. This proposition was substantially the same as that made to the committee by the A.O.U.W. reported at a previous meeting. On motion .
Notes!
The A.O.U.W Hall was the Ancient Order of United Workmen Hall on 15th & Douglas St Omaha.
Bishop Richard Scannell served the diocese from 1891 until his death in 1916.
On July 8, 1885, Father Michael P. Dowling was appointed Vice-Rector of Creighton College.
Father Dowling was transferred to Detroit College in 1889, however he returned to Omaha in 1898. Probably because of his previous efforts, as well as those of Brother John Creighton, the college had become a university in the interim. Upon his return, Father Dowling added the Colleges of Law, Pharmacy and Dentistry, to the already existing College of Medicine.
He passed away on February 13 1915.
Today, a Fourth Degree Assembly bears his name.
The Michael P. Dowling Assembly #594 of Omaha, Nebraska
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Of Bro. Bourke the committee was instructed to secure the hall on a lease for one year and to make the necessary arrangements to that end at once.
The following were admitted to membership on formal ballot: (See page 8)
The following applications for membership were received:
Name Birthplace Occupation Proposed by
John Hughs Mt. Norris N.Y. Commission Broker F.J. Moriarty
Michael M.Doody Ireland Life Insurance M.P. P’Connor
Joseph Hartnett Hubbard, Neb Farmer Rev D.W. Moriarty
John C. Duggan Dakota Co, Neb Merchant J.E. English
Under the head of elections Bro. C.J. Smyth after an eloquent encomium on the work of the first officers of the council moved that the secretary be instructed to cast the ballot of the council for Bro. T.J. Mahoney to seceded himself as Grand Knight. The motion which was placed before the council by D.G.K. Nolan was adopted with great applause, but Bro. Mahoney feelingly thanked the brother knights declining because he thought it was unwise that he or any member should attempt to fill two offices, he having but recently been appointed Territorial Deputy Supreme Knight. Bro. T. J. Nolan was then offered the position of Grand Knight on motion but declined giving as his principal reason that experience shows that the policy of promoting officers in fraternal organizations is one dangerous to their welfare. Bro. Nolan then
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moved that the secretary be instructed to cast the ballot of the council for Bro. C.J. Smyth for Grand Knight. The motion carried unanimously and with great enthusiasm. The same mode of procedure followed in the election of the other officers of the council in the following order:
Deputy Grand Knight T.J. Nolan
Chancellor F.J. Moriarty
Recorder J.S. Monaghan
Financial Secretary C.B. Dugdale
Treasurer J.H. Schmidt
Lecturer E.W. Simeral
Advocate J.P. English
Warden P.H. Johnson
Asst. Warden R.J. Bourke
Chaplain Rev. D.W. Moriarty
Inside Guard J.F. Gibbons
Outside Guard E.B. Alexander
Trusteee (Three year) John A. Creighton
Bro. T.J. Nolan reported illness of Bro. Jno. Flynn. G. K. appointed Bros. Nolan, O’Hern, and F.J. Moriarty committee to call on Bro. Flynn.
Under head of Good of the Order Lecturer suggested to council that steps be taken as soon as possible to arrange a ?noaul quarted? from amoung the members.
Receipts $69.15 Council closed in form adjourned to Jany 14th subject to call of G.K. meantime.
J.S. Monaghan R.S.
Note!John A. Creighton was appointed a papal Knight in 1906 and Was then known as Count John A. Creighton.
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January 8th, 1903
Council opened in form with a majority of officers present those absent being Chancellor, Chaplain, Advocate, and inside guard. Minutes of meeting of December 10th read and approved. A communication from Des Moines Council # 644 announcing the conferring of three degrees on their third class Sunday Febry 1st inviting Grand Knight T.J. Mahoney to respond to a toast. On motion of Bro. Johnson Secty. was instructed to reply to the letter accepting the invitation and to notify members of this council with a view to ascertaining the member who would be going to Des Moines on this occasion.
On motion a committee consisting of Bros. Johnson, O’Hern, and Gibbons was appointed to arrange the details of this excursion.
The following bills were read and referred to Board of Trustees:
A.I.O.W. Temple rent January $6.00
P.H. Johnson Express ?? .50
J.W. & E.E. Arnold Flowers 7.50 $14.00
Committee on entertainment reported that Bishop O’Gorman of Sioux Falls, So. Dakota had been secured to deliver a lecture at Boyd’s Theater on Febry. 13th under the auspices of this council, the lecture to be preceded by a banquet at the ?Iler? Grand Hotel on the evening of Febry. 13th. The committee reported an approximate total cost of $325.00 for the lecture, this and cost of banquet to be met by subscription on the part of members.
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January 8th, 1903
The Grand Knight reported receipts of Voucher from the National Secretary for December insurance assessment amounting to $30.29.
The following applications for membership were given first reading:
Name Birthplace Occupation Proposed by
Daniel J. Fanell Illinois Contractor J.H. Kopietz
Patrick J.Naughton Madison Wis Ry Mail Clerk T. J. Nolan
Chas. W.Hamilton Omaha Banker P.J.Murphy
Dr. C.C. Allison Physician P.H. Johnson
Michael Lee Ireland Insurance R.J.Bourke
Jas. F. Murphy New York Real Estate F.J. Moriarty
Harry V. Burkley Omaha Printer P.J. Murphy
Harry E. Duval New Haven,Mic R.R. Clerk C.P. Moriarty
Application of M. Murphy for transfer from Des Moines Council # 644 was laid over under the rules for action at next meeting.
The Board of Trustees reported through member T.J. Fitzmorris as follows:
Receipts of moneys all sources $2456.75
Disbursements 1899.09
Balance on hand 557.68
Trustees reported all books and records of Treasurer and Financial Secty. In excellent condition and commended these officers for faithful and efficient service.
On motion of Bro. Johnson the report was adopted and ordered made a part of the records.
Under the head Good of the Order the continuing events already referred to in this record were discussed with much
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interest. As a part of the proceedings under this head Bro. T.F. Swift was added to committee on entertainment.
Report of Financial Secretary of receipts since last meeting $54.49.
Council closed in form adjourning to meet January 22, 1903.
J.S. Monaghan R.S.
A.B.
Continuing minutes in regard to report of committee on entertainment: Committee reported approximate cost of lecture to be given by Bishop O’Gorman to be $325.00 and recommend that a warrant for $200.00 be drawn on the treasurer for this amount. The report of the committee as thus presented was adopted by motion.
J.M. R.S.
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January 22nd, 1903
Council opened in form with all officers present except the advocate and trustees. Creighton and Hayden.
Under the head of bills and communications the secretary reported bill for supplies an stenographic work amounting to $9.95. A communication from Thos.B. Coleman whose absence from the city prevented his appearance for initiation. A letter was read from the financial secretary of Des Moines Council #644 addressed to T. J. Mahoney requesting to know how many from this council would attend their initiation ceremonies and banquet on February 1st. The committee on entertainment reported receipt of advice from Bishop O’Gorman of Sioux Falls that the subject of his lecture would be “Father Marquette”.
The following applications for membership were given first reading:
Name Birthplace Occupation Proposed by
Jas. P. Rush Omaha, Neb Bank Bookkeeper T.F. Swift
Clinton R.Miller Cleveland, Ohio Printer “ “
Jno. V. Brennan New York Clerk “ “
August W. Kroger Milwaukee Wi Paper Ruler “ “
Daniel L. Shanahan Omaha Forman Armour CO Jno. S. Jeuck
Jas. P. Ford Maryland Clerk C.P. Moriarty
All brothers heretofore reported ill were reported convalescent or recovered.
Upon motion a resolution of symphathy with Bro. Jas. P. English advocate of this
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Council in his recent sorrow was ordered made a part of the record.
The financial secretary reported receipts of moneys since previous meeting $205.54
Following the routine business of the meeting the council witnessed the beautiful ceremony of the installation of officers elected to fill the various positions for the ensuing year. The ceremony was impressive and was successful from first to last. It was conducted by Teritorial Deputy Supreme Knight T.J. Mahoney and was the first official act of that office.
The council closed in form after which the members enjoyed an informal smoker.
J. S. Monaghan R. S.
Addendum:
On motion the warden was instructed to procure a suitable robe for the Chaplain and fifty (50) additional robes for members.
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February 18th, 1903
Pursuant to call of Grand Knight the council meet in the rooms of the Jacksonian Club
In special session. The officers present were Grand Knight, Chancellor, Financial and Recording Secretaries, Lecturer, Warden and Deputy Warden.
The purpose of the meeting was to complete arrangements for the excursion to Sioux City to participate in the institution of a council there. Incidental to this several communications were read inviting this council to be present at the institution and one from from J.F. McFadden, State Deputy for Iowa requesting us to conduct the ceremony of the “T”. The secretary was instructed to reply to this letter thanking the State Deputy and declining to conduct the ceremony.
The committee on entertainment through chairman Simeral made a detailed report of the recent entertainment which included a banquet at the Iler Grand Hotel in honor of Bishop O’Gorman of Sioux Falls who lecture on the following evening at Boyds Theater was the special event. Financially the committees report was as follows:
Appropriation by council $200.00
Subscription by Members 401.00
601.00
Total expense per report on file 561.25
Unexpended balance of appropriation 39.75
Bro. R. J. Bourke acting chairman of the Sioux City committee mad a partial report the only item incomplete being
Note! The Boyd Theater was on 17th & Harney
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the number of brothers who would attend. Bro. Bourke had made all necessary arrangements for the convenience and comfort of the members of the council who had made know their intention of going.
The following candidates were admitted to membership on ballot:*
Clinton R. Miller, Jas. P. Rush, Jno V. Brennan, August W. Kroger.
The following applications or memebership were read:
Name Birthplace Occupation Proposed by
P.H. Philbin Syracuse, N.Y. Cigar Merchant E.W. Simeral
F.E. Fitzgearld Chicago, Ill Physician A.W. Riley
Ed J. Murphy Archibald, Pa Broker F.J. Moriarty’
On motion the council granted special permission to the following to take initiation at Sioux City. C.R. Miller, Aug. W. Kroger, Jno. V. Brennan, Ed Murphy of Norfolk, O. O’Neil Battle Creek, Jas. Kennedy and J.F. Cashin Norfolk, Rev. J.E. English Hubbard Neb, Hugh B. Matthews, and E.J. Green, were granted permission to take Second and Third Degrees.
On motion committee on hall were requested to secure other and better quarters for meetings of the council. Bro. R.J. Bourke was named to serve on this committee which now consists of Bros. J.H. Schmidt, J.M. Frouger, and R.J. Bourke.
Recepts $15.00 Council adjourned informally.
J.S. Monahan R.S.
* Rules Suspended
Note! Written in margin.
On motion report was adopted and bills ordered paid.
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February 26th, 1903
Council opened in form with the following officers present. G.K., D.G.K., Chancellor, Treasurer, Financial and Recording Secretaries, Warden and Deputy, Trustee Fitzmorris, and outside guard. The minutes of the regular meeting of Jany 8th and special meeting of Jany 22nd were read and approved after one addition and one correction.
A communication was read from Chas. A. Webber Secretary of the committee having in charge the mater of chair of secular history in the Catholic University at Washington, appealing to the council for financial assistance in the cause. The letter was ordered placed on file. A letter from David Calwell Natl. Secty., was read interpreting sec 130 of the laws of the order, referring to eligibility of members to the office of Grand Knight and Deputy Grand Knight.
Bills were read and referred to the Board of Trustees as follows: C.B. Dugdale 2.15,
J.C. Schmidt 7.60, R.J. Bourke 18.00, A.O.U.W. Temple Assn. 6.00 and 3.25.
Bro. R.J. Bourke of the committee on hall reported that the entire upper floor of the Arlington Blk. altered as desired, could be secured at a rental of $1000.00 per year. After considerable discussion of the merits, advantages and possible disadvantages of this proposition, it was decided upon motion to refer the matter to the committee for further investigation and to increase the committee to seven, including the Board of Trustees and naming Bro. J.J. Riley
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A member of said committee. The committee now consists of Bros. J.C. Schmidt, J.N. Frenzer, J.J. Riley, and trustees Creighton, Hayden and Fitzmorris.
On motion the committee on by laws was requested to complete its report at the next regular meeting if possible.
On motion a committee of three was appointed to arrange for transportation to O’Neill, Neb. when a council is to be instituted there. The committee consisting of Bros. Swift, Dugdale and ?Deoper?.
The application of Rev. Jas. W. Strinson, birthplace Ireland, proposed by Fr. McGovern was given first reading.
Bro. Fitzmorris moved that the council donate the sum of $200.00 to the movement having for its object the institution of a K. of C. Chair of secular history in the Catholic University. Bro. J.C. Schmidt raised the point of order that this was a violation of the constitution. The Grand Knight reserved his decision until next regular meeting.
The trustees reported the approval of bills incidental to the Bishop O’Gorman entertainment and lecture to the amount of $250.00. Receipts 365.51.
The council closed in form adjourning to the regular meeting of March 12th.
J.S. Monaghan
Recorder
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March 12th, 1903
The council opened in form with a majority of the officers present. Minutes of previous meeting read and approved. Communication was received from P.M. Lynch, Council No.704 of Charleston S.C. asking for financial assistance in the creation of a Cathedral to replace one destroyed by fire in 1861. The letter was ordered placed on file and the recorder instructed to acknowledge its receipt.
A third appeal for funds was received from the committee of K. of C. chair of secular history in the Catholic University. Placed on file.
Bills were referred to the Board of Trustees as follows: A.O.U.W. Temple Assn. rent for hall for March $6.00. Recorder 10.35 and Natl Secty 2.17.
The committee on by laws on request completed its report the source being taken by sections and adapted. On motion the report as a whole was adopted. On motion the committee was requested to report, if practicable at the next regular meeting the approximate cost of printing and binding the by laws in convenient form.
The Grand Knight announced that investigating committees had reported adversely on the applications for membership of D.L. Shannahan and J.P. Ford.
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March 12th, 1903
The following were elected to membership (See pages 8-10)
The following applications for membership were given first reading:
Name Birthplace Occupation Proposed by
Francis P. Rooney Greenville Pa Architect T.J. Fitzmorris
Fr. Jno. Jennette Priest F.J. Moriarty
P.A. McMahon forman Cud Pk CO E.C. Ryan
Jas. A. Taggart Undertaker J.H. Schmidt
Jno.C. Gillick Clerk M. Murphy
Grand Knight announced his decision relative to the point of order raised on the motion of Bro.Fitzmorris that the council donate a sum of money to the fund for a chair of secular history in the Catholic University from the council treasury. The decision was favorable to the motion.
Under the head of new business Ter. Deputy Supreme Knight Mahoney made a formal presentation of the Council Charter to the council represented by the Grand Knight who is ex-officed its custodian.
Bro. M. Murphy of Des Moines Council no 644 was received into this council by formal ballot on transfer card.
Grand Knight announced the appointment of the following committees: Amusement, T.J.Flynn, ?? Cogley, R.E. Welch
Note on left margin!
On motion of Bro. T.J. Fitzmorris council donated $200.00 to the movement to establish a chair of secular history in the Catholic University at Washington D.C.
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W.J. Shanahan, relief Jno. E. O’Hern, Dr. B.M. Riley, F.J. McShane.
On motion Arlington Hall was decided upon as our next meeting place owing to objectionable features of the A.O.U.W. Annex.
On motion a special meeting was called for Friday evening March 19th .
Receipts of F.S. $62.95
Council closed in form.
J.S. Monahan R.S
Note!
Arlington Hall was located in the old Bee News Building at 17th and Farnam, Omaha.
March 20th, 1903
Council opened in form in special session a majority of the officers present and a large attendance of members. On motion the reading of minutes of previous meeting was dispersed with.
Committee on by laws reported that the cost of printing same in the desired form would be $50.00, for 200 books and recommended a charge of $.25 be made for each for members desiring them. On motion this part of the committees report was adopted and committee requested to further their investigation in regard to the cost of printing. Bro. Schmidt of the committee on hall reported temporary arrangement for Arlington Hall on the first and third Fridays of each month.
On motion of Bro. Johnson the committee
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Was instructed to investigate further and if possible to secure A.O.U.W. hall which it thought possible to obtain.
On Monday night by special arrangement the first degree was conferred on the following candidates:
C.W. Hamilton, Jno. Hughes, T.J. Shanahan
On motion the rules were suspended and the application of Wm. C. Ryan, birthplace Brooklyn N.Y., occupation Ry Postal Clerk, Proposed by Bro. Jno A. Kervan was received without the initiation fee which is now necessary to accompany an application.
On motion the warden was authorized and instructed to procure officers jewels and members robes at the lowest possible cost.
Council closed in form.
J.S. Monahan R.S.
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April 3rd, 1903
Council opened in form with a majority of the officers present. Minutes of the meeting of March 12th and special meeting of March 26th read and approved after one correction. Bills were were referred to the Board of Trustees as follows:
Recorder $5.25, Financial Secretary $4.02, Fidelity & Deposit Co of Maryland – Premium on ?b ? of Treas. Aned Fin Secty 6.00 Buckley Printing Co 12.50. A communication was received from Dubuque Council No 510 extending an invitiation to initiation ceremonies there on Sunday April 26th.
A circular letter was received from the register of New York requesting photographs of the officers of the council for the number commemoratiing the 21st Anniversary of the founding of the order. These if furnished separately will cost $3.50 each: if in a group total cost of $18.00. No action taken.
Voucher received from Natl Secty $31.42.
Chairman Simeral of the committee on by laws reported that $50.00 was found to be the lowest figure obtainable on printing , that the council had placed the order for the books with the Burkley Printing CO, and that the by laws would probably be ready for members at the next regular meeting.
Chairman Swift of the committee on arrangements for O’Neill excursion reported that a round trip ticket would be $5.80 on special train but owing to the fact that the number indicating to go was not
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then obtainable a full report could not be made. This was supplemented by the T.D.S.K. under the head of new business to the effect that the cost of special train would be $482.50 and that if 83 members attended the amount would be made up at the individual charge of $5.80 which would be minimum in any event with a charge of $3.00 for each double birth for the round trip. He recommended that a sum be appropriated from council funds of sufficient amount to reduce the cost of the trip to members advising that this would be partly replaced by remitting expense funds allowed by Natl Council for himself and three assistants. On motion of Bro. T. J. Nolan it was decided to take from council funds sufficient to reduce the individual cost of the trip to $5.00.
The Grand Knight reported approval of applications by Natl Secretary of Richard M. Doody. On motion the by laws were suspended, requiring notice of ballot in writing, and Mr. Doody was elected on formal ballot.
The following applications for membership were given first reading.
Name Birthplace Occupation Proposed by
Rev. P.J. Judge Ireland Pastor Sacred heart Ch M. Murphy
Jno. Fitzpatrick “ Pastor Holy Family Ch Fr Daly
Jno. E. Heagan St. Louis Mo Lawyer M. Murphy
Note! T.D.S.K. Territorial Deputy Supreme Knight,
Timothy J. Mahoney
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April 3rd, 1903
On motion secretary was instructed send notices to members of the next meeting especially calling their attention to the institution of a council at O’Neill on April 19th and pointing out to them the necessity of having the council pass word for that occasion.
Receipts of Fin. Secty. $313.94
Council closed in for
J. S. Monahan R. S.
April 17th, 1903
Council opened in form in regular session. A majority of officers present and a large attendance of members. Bills of Treasurer 2.82 and Secty 4.65 were referred to Board of Trustees.
A communication from Burlington Council No. 568 extending an invitation to this council to participate in initiation ceremonies there on May 3rd was read. On motion secretary was instructed to ?franue? suitable reply.
A communication was read from Patton Lodge No. 173 A.O.U.W. declining to entertain any proposition to give up their meeting nights, Monday in exchange for any other evening of the week. A letter from Count Jno. A. Creighton was read advising that the hoped for changes in Arlington Hall
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April 17th, 1903
Through which it was desired to effect a permanent meeting place for this council not at this time be made. A circular letter was read from the State Council of Illinois, signed by the Grand Knights of all councils in Chicago, asking for a contribution from each member of the order in that city, for a fund to be used in locating the body or person of Brother Ambrose P. Mullin who disappeared on Febry. 2nd 1903 and has not since been seen or heard from. In this connection a circular was received from Knights of Columbus committee of Chicago councils offering a reward of $1000.00 for the return, dead or alive of Brother Mullin. The following members of this council residing in Sioux City, requested withdrawal cards to become officiated with this their home council: Rev P.J. O;Connor, Robert P. Larkin, Thos. Malone, Jas. Lynch. The request was granted on motion and the communication which was signed by each of the above named brothers was ordered placed on file.
The committee on excursions to O’Neill through chairman Swift made its report of final and complete arrangements, which was accepted by the council.
On Motion the committee on by laws was discharged.
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April 17th, 1903
The Board of Trustees reported approval of bills aggregating $27.77 also approval of bonds for treasurer in the sum of $1000.00 and Financial Secretary $500.00. The trustees asked the approval of the council in waving the by law requiring these bonds in the sum of 2000 and 1000 respectively, these amounts not having deemed necessary this time. This was granted upon motion. Receipts of Fin. Secty. $95.88. Council closed in form.
J.S. Monaghan
Recorder
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May 1st, 1903
The council opened in usual form with a majority of officers present. Minutes of meeting of April 17th were read and approved. The following were read and referred to the Board of Trustees: Treasurer 1.75, Recorder 2.75, Warden $5.05, Omaha Plating Co. $68.40, Total $77.95
A communication from Territorial Deputy Supreme Knight Mahoney Congratulating the council on its successful institution of O’Neill Council on April 19th was read and placed on file. One of a similar nature from Bro. J.W. Cary of Sioux City Council addressed to Grand Knight C.J. Smyth the expressly great pleasure in the trip to O’Neill and congratulated the council officers and T.D.S.K. Mahoney. This was also placed on file. A voucher from the Secretary of the Chair fund committee was received acknowledging receipt of draft for $200.00 donated by this council.
Chairman Swift on behalf of the committee on arrangements for trip to O’Neill read the financial statement which was as follows: Total expenditures $622.00 Total receipts $422.50 leaving a deficit of $199.50. On motion was ordered paid out of council funds. After the councils expresion of thanks to the committee for its zealous and sucessful labors the committee was discharged.
The application of Daniel J. Stafford proposed by N.P. Russell was given first reading.
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May 1st, 1903
The following candidates received the first degree: Rev. J.W. Stenson, P.H.Philbin, Edw. J. Murphy, Patrick T. Naughton, Harry V. Burkley, Dr. F.E. Fitzgerald, Richard M. Doody, Rev. Jno. Vranek, Daniel J. Farrell. The Grand Knight declared recess for ten minutes for social communication with the new brothers. On motion it was decided to procure a suitable frame for the council charter.
Receipts of meeting $174.97. The council closed in form.
John Daly
Secty Pro Tem
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May 15th, 1903
Owing to the lack of a Quorum the council was obligated to suspend the regular meeting. On suggestion of the Grand Knight it was decided to hold an informal meeting in order to receive applications for membership and refer same to investigating committes. The following applications for membership were received.
Name Birthplace Occupation Proposed by
Wm. H. Murphy New York Railroad forman Ryan
Jno.P.Gallagher Illinois Cigar dealer Fr Daly
Wm. L. Burkley Clerk Fr Daly
Edw. Burke ?Livery Prop? Bro Larkin
C.D.McLaughlin New York Mgr. Lisgh Manfg CO Bro. Simeral
Rev F.P.McManus Iowa Priest Bro. Swift
Jno.A.Templeton Ohio Contractor Bro. Simeral
The following bills were referred to the Board of Trustees: Financial Secretary $3.15, T.F. Swift music 65.00 less check acknowledged 45.00, bal $20.00.
The Board of Trustees reported the approval of bills aggregating $85.37.
On motion a committee of three was appointed with instructions to call on Rt. Rev. Bishop and request that steps be taken towards repairing graves and lots in Holy Sepulcher Cemetery, the committee consisting of Bros. Jno. F. Coad, E.W. Simeral E.C. Ryan, and Jno. Rush. On motion the meeting nights were changed to 1st & 3rd Wednesdays and Secty. Instructed to notify members of this action. Bro E.C. McCormack who reported seriously sick. Receipts since last meeting 134.45.
Meeting closed with prayer.
Jno. Daly
Secty ProTem
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June 3rd, 1903
Council opened in form, Bro. T. J. Mahoney in the chair of the Grand Knight owing to absence of Grand Knight and the two next ranking officers.
Minutes of meetings of May 1st and 15th were read and approved. Bills of Geo. A, Fen & Son of Cincinnati Ohio for Chaplains robe, and $9.00 was refunded to the Board of Trustees.
A communication from M.R. O’Shaughnessy requesting reinstatement and transfer from insurance to associate membership was laid over under ruling of the presiding officers that all requirements had not been complied with.
Bro Simeral on behalf of the cemetery committee reported that two members of this committee were absent from the city and that therefore that they had not called on the Right Rev. Bishop as instructed.
The following applications for membership were received:
Name Birthplace Occupation Proposed by
P.G.H. Boland Massachusetts Forman St Ry P.H.Johnson
D.E. Geoghegan Cincinnati,Ohio Mgr. Farrell CO J.H.Schmidt
Daniel J.Dorsey Syracuse, N Y Trav Salesman C.P. Moriarty
Michael N.Greely Ireland Chf. Clk Army HQ E.W. Simeral
P.F. McAvoy Nebraska Mgr Salesman Thos. Sullivan
Michael Culkin Ireland Merchant Jno. F Coad JR.
J.V. Klausner Tennessee Dentist P.J. Murphy
On motion of Bro. Simeral a committee of five was appointed to assist the standing entertainment committee the whole
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To constitute a committee of arrangement to perfect plans for a class initiation on June 21st. The names of the last named appointees are Bros. O’Hern, Fitzmorris, Ryan, Fr. Daly and English. On motion of Bro. O’Hern council adjourned to meet in adjourned session on Wednesday evening June 10th subject to notice of the Recorder, the place of meeting being ?tain?, this to be provided for by the committee on arrangements.
Receipts of F.S. since last meeting $152.63.
Adjournment.
J.S. Monahan
Recorder
Record of minutes of Committee
On Arrangements
Met in informal session after council meeting of June 3rd. Appointed T.J. Fitzmorris Committee of one to secure option on hall for Sunday June 21st. E.W Simeral chairman voluntered to act as com. Of one to see Hotel managers as to dinner after initiation ceremonies.
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An ?a____? meeting was held on the above date in the office of Bro. T.J. Mahoney for the purpose of receiving and considering applications for membership. Reading of the minutes of previous meeting and other business subject to regular order was dispensed with on motion. This excepted the receiving the reports of committees. Committee on arrangements made report on plans set on foot looking to the giving of the degrees to a class on June 21st. As a part of this report Bro. T.J. Fitzmorris announced that A.O.U.W. hall had been secured but that the annex would not be available before 4:30 or 5P.M. on that date, other rooms on secure floor having been tendered by the ass’n instead. Rent of hall for the day $17.00.
On motion report of committee was adapted.
The following following applicants were received:
Name Occupation Proposed by
Jas. F. Murphy Real Estate Rev. F. J. Moriarty
C.C. Allision Surgeon T.J. Droyer
Jno. J. Donahue Chief Police J.A.C. Kennedy
Daniel T. Costello J.A. Kerran
Jno. A. McShane Capaitalist T.J. Mahoney
A. B. McConnell Druggist C.B. Dugdale
Morris P. Hinchey Horseshoer Rev. M.L. Daly
Rev. Jas Chundalek Priest Rev. D.W. Moriarty
Thos. McGrath E.C. Ryan
Thos. B. Coleman Trav Salesman T.J. Nolan
Michael Welch Rev. D.W. Moriarty
P. Gillespie E.C. Ryan
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Name Occupation Proposed by
P.J. Coyle E.C. Ryan
Thos. Walsh R.J. Bourke
N.B. Benn??witz M.P. O’Connor
Frank Hanlon F.J. Coad Jr
Frank J. Kinney R.E. Welsh
Bernard Farrell E.J. McAdams
Jno. A. Schall M.P. O’Connor
Frank G????? Merchant Fr. Thos. Walsh
A.B. Scannell Dep co red Do
Patrick J. Hart Merchant Do
Michael J. Kelly Trav Salesman Do
Jno. E. Sanders Mill Owner Do
Jno. O’Brien Farmer Do
J.C. Burns Sheriff Do
S.H. Gillespie Clerk
Michael Lee City Inspector
R.D. O’Neill Cattle Weigher
Maurice J. Kaue R.R. Fireman
Wm. H. Mulrahy R.R. Forman
Thos. F. Melcher Pharmacists
Lawrence C. Milady L.S. Com
Felix J. Depecher Dentist
James A. Taggart Undertaker J.H. Schmidt
Rev. Jno. Jeannette Priest
Jno. C. Gillish Bkkpr
Daniel J. Dorsey Trav Salesman
Jno. E. Reagan Lawyer
Wm. C. Ryan Ry Mail Clk
Jno. A. Templeton Contractor
Lawrence R. Rossiter Ry Mail Clerk
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On motion the meeting adjourned to Friday night June 12th subject to notice from the recorder who was instructed to confer with Grand Knight to this end.
J.S. Monahan
Recorder
June 17th, 1903
Council opened in form in regular session D.G.K. Nolan presiding owing to the absence of Grand Knight from the city, who however later appeared and conducted the business of the council. Minutes of the meetings of June 3rd and June 10th were read and approved. Bills of Burkley Printing $2.50, Recorder $19.35, and Natl Secty $2.82 were referred to Board of Trustees.
Communication from Bro. Jno B. Sullivan G.K. of Des Moines Council in reply to invitation to participate in initiatory ceremonies on June 21st was read and placed on file. A communication from Dr Richard Ebbibt? of Grand Island was read asking information in regard to a transfer from council at Manchester N.H. was referred to the recorder for reply.
Chairman Simeral of the committee on arrangements made a report as nearly complete as circumstances would allow. The report
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was adopted on motion.
On motion the Grand Knight was requested to extend an invitation to Deputy Supreme Knight P.L. McArdle of Chicago to attend the ceremonies of initiation on June 21st.
Fr. McCarthy who had recently been at North Platte reported considerable K. of C. enthusiasm at that place and a desire on the part of prominent Catholics to have a council instituted there. At his request the recorder was instructed to send Fr. S.F. Carroll the available literature of the order.
The following applications for membership were received:
Name Birthplace Occupation Proposed by
Thos. Welsh Chicago Ill Cattle buyer F.J. Moriarty
Edw. W. Houston Girardsville Il Farmer Fr. J.C. White
W. E. O’Conner Davenport, Iowa Merchant Do
G. G.Cronkleton Dunlap, Iowa Bank Cashier Do
Jas. P. Rush Omaha, Neb Bank Clerk T.F. Swift
The application of W.R. O’Shaughnessy for reinstatement as an associate member was received and balloted upon in form. Mr. O’Shaughnessy was elected subject to payment of all dues and assessments.
Motion of Bro. O’Hern that all such dues and assessments be remitted in view of applicants former services as outside guard was invalidated under the rules. Bro. O’Hern then guaranteed payment of the obligations against the applicant.
Note on left margin!
Application of Edward Burke reported on adversely by investigating committee.
Application of Bro. R. J. Bourke for final withdrawal was received had action postponed by Grand Knight.
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The following candidates were regularly elected to associate membership:
Frank Gartner, A.B. Seannell, Patrick J. Hart, Michael J. Kelly, J.C. Burns, P.H. Gillespie, Joseph F. Murphy, Chas. C. Allison, Daniel J. Costello, Jno A. McShane, A. B. McConnell, Morris P. Hinchley Rev. Jas. Chundalek, Jno. J. Donahue, Maurice J. Kaue, Wm. H. Muleahy, Michael Cuthin, Lawrence C. Milady, Felix J. Depeacher, N.B. Bennowitz, B.F. Farrell, Jas. A. Taggart, Rev. Jno. Jeannette, Patrick McMahon, Daniel J. Dorsey, Jno. E. Reagan, Rev. F.P. McManus, Wm. C. Ryan, Chas. D. McLaughlin, Jno. P. Gallagher,Wm. L. Buckley, Rev. Jno. Fitzpatrick, Rev. Patrick J. Judge, Jno. A. Tempelton, Lawrence R. Rossiter, Michael N. Greely, J.B. Klausner, Phillip F. McEvoy.
Applications of Jno. E. Sanders Battle Creek, Neb and Jno. O’Brien Tilden, Neb were rejected because outside the jurisdiction of this council.
Under the head of Good of the Order Bro. T.J. Nolan gave an instructive and entertaining account of his trip to New Haven and of the session the National Council. He promised more under this head at same future meeting when more time could be spared by the council.
Council closed informally, adjurnment being taken to Saturday evening June 20th
J.S. Monahan
Recorder
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June 20th, 1903
Pursuant to call of the Grand Knight the council met in adjournment session to ballot upon applications for membership which had been delayed in the regular course of procedures. The following were reported approved and were elected by formal ballot: (See pages of this record 190-192)
The last named five were elected subject to approval by the National Council or decree if its representative the T.D.S.K.
The following applications for memebership were given first reading:
Name Birthplace Occupation Proposed by
Jas. T. Hogan Illinois Trav Salesman Rev. Thos. Walsh
M.C. O’Hern Philadelphia, Pa Real Estate & Newspapr T.J. Donahue
Council closed infomally.
J.S. Monahan
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July 1st, 1903
Council opened in form a majority of officers responding to roll call. Minutes of previous meeting read and approved. Bills were referred to Board of Trustees as Follows: Recorder $16.45, Dr Lee $24.00, Entertainment committee 590.95, Assts to T.D.S.K. incident to initiation of June 21st 83.13, grand total 714.53.
A communication was read from K. of C. chair fund committee showing Nebraska represented by this council only, to be third on the list in per capita subscriptions.
The council on motion extended a vote of sympathy to Bro. P. T. Naughton in his recent bereavement.(wife) This was ordered spread upon the records.
On record a vote of thanks was extended to the quartet for its many recent services.
Under the head of Good of the Order Bro. Jno. Rush asked that in future social works of the council include the lady friends and relatives of members as far as possible adding the cause of Catholicism owed much to the Catholic ladies of Omaha. As a preliminary step to the carrying out of Bro. Rush’s ideas, seconded by many of the brothers it was decided to give an outing under the auspices of this council at one of the local pleasure resorts. On motion a committee of three was added to the entertainment committee with instructions to arrange as far as possible for this
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event in the latter part of July, and to report to the council at its meeting July 15th the added members of the committee consisting of Bros. Balard. E.C. Ryan,and O’Hern.
The meeting adjourned to meet again in special session Wednesday July 15th.
Council closed in form. Receipts $747.52.
J.S. Monahan
Recorder
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July 15th, 1903
Council opened in form with a majority of officers absent. Minutes of previous meeting read and approved. Bills were referred to Board of Trustees as follows: Burkley Prtg CO. $48.25, Henderson Florist $10.00, C.J. Smyth $3.00. Committee on cemetery reported a satisfactory interview with Rt. Rev. Bishop and his promis of cooperation in the work of improving and beautifying the cemetery. On motion the report was received, placed on file and the committee continued.
The report of the entertainment committee with reference to an outing for this council recommended that Courtland Beach be selected as the place to hold the outing. On motion the report of the committee was received. On motion Wednesday August 5th was decided upon contingent however upon the fatal termination in the meantime of the illness of Pope Leo XIII, in which event the social gathering to be indefinitely postponed.
The transfer card of Bro. Jno. Daly from Boston Council No, 68 to this council was read and under the rules, laid over until next regular meeting for action.
On motion the degree officers were declared a special committee, with power to act in any ceremonial deemed advisable or proper in the event of the death of the Pope.
The Board of Trustees made their semiannual report of the finances of the council as follows:
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Balance on hand Jany 1st 1903 $557.68
Receitps from all sources to July 8th 2282.21 2839.89
Disbursements 1690.31
Bills outstanding approved 597.00 2287.31
Bal on Hand 552.58
Total membership of council Jany. 1st 113
Received into membership since Jany 1st 69 182
Transferred ot other councils 4
Present membership of Council 178
Consisting of: Insurance members 46
Associate Members 132
The report recommended the payment of salaries due the financial and recording secretaries and the remitting dues from the outside guard for the period covered by report. On motion the report was approved, ordered placed on file and a vote of thanks extended to the Board for its faithful and efficient service.
On motion a committee of 5 was appointed to act with the Board of Trustees as a special committee on hall, the committee to have discretionary power. The additional members consist of Bros. Nolan, Laugdon, E.W. Welch, Dr. F.E. Fitzgerald and Jno.T Coad Sr.
Application for membership of M.C. O’Hern birthplace Philadelphia occupation Newspaper and real estate business, proposed by Bro T.J. Donahue was given first reading.
J.S. Monaghan
Recorder
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August 19th, 1903
Council opened in form with Deputy Grand Knight presiding. A majority of the officers were absent. The following bills were read and referred to Board of Trustees:
Rec. Secty. $10.40, Fin. Secty. 1.00, Natl. Secty. 16.15, Burkley Prtg CO. 2.50, A.O.U.W Temple Ass’n. 17.80 Total $47.15.
Report of hall committee through Bro. Jno.F. Coad stated the chambers rooms at 17th and Douglas St. was found to be unsuitable for our purposes. On motion the report was received and the committee continued.
After some discussion of the report of the ent. Committee with reference to an outing it was decided on motion to abandon the mater for this season.
The degree officers committee on ceremonial on the death of the Pope Leo XIII reported that a Solemn Requiem High Mass would be held at St. Philomena’s Cathedral at 9:30 August 20th. The D.G.K. appointed Bros. M.P. O’Connor, J.A. Schall, E.J. Green, Dr. F.E. Fitzgerald, C.H. Rieuve?, J.F. Gibbons to act as ushers on this occasion.
The application of J.H. Beaton, Druggist birthplace Schuler, Neb proposed by Bro. E.J. Murphy was given first reading. The Trustees reported the approval of bills read at meeting of July 15th.
On motion the Board of Trustees was instructed to secure suitable and sufficient insurance on robes and paraphernalia of the council.
On motion the Ent. Committee was instructed to secure Metropolitan Hall for a party gathering to be given under the auspices of this council was offered. On substitute motion however
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The matter was laid over to next meeting.
Receipts of Fin. Secty. Since July 1st $83.95.
Council closed informally adjournment being taken to Wednesday evening Sept 2nd.
J.S. Monaghan
Recorder
August 19th, 1903
September 2nd, 1903
No meeting owing to lack of Quorum.
J.S. Monaghan
Recorder
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September 26th, 1903
Council opened informally by Chancellor owing to absence of Grand Knight and Deputy Grand Knight. E.W. Simeral was appointed presiding officer by the Chancellor. Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. The following bills were referred to the Board of Trustees: Rec. Secty. 2.85, Fin. Secty .70, Burkley Printing Co. 50.
A circular letter was read from Natl. Secty. Warning all members against one E.S. Crowley, expelled by Silver City Council No. 2 Meriden, Conn.
The application of Fr. Daly of this Council for transfer from associate to insurance membership was passed over to next meeting to await discussion of Grand Knight as to time limit.
The application of Samuel E. Collins, birthplace Sioux City Iowa, occupation Chief Police Armour & Co So. Omaha, Proposed by Bro. W. P. McDivitt was given first reading.
On motion a committee of three was appointed to inspect and report on Bee Bldg. Hall as permanent quarters, the committee consisting of Bros. Laugdon, Andrew Murphy, Dr. A.W. Riley.
Ballot was taken on the application on transfer card of Jno. Daly from Boston Council No. 68, and Dr. Richard Ebbitt of Grand Island from Manchester N.H. Council No 92 resulting in the election of both brothers.
On motion the Financial Secretary was instructed to procure three duplicate keys wardrobe and chests under the care of the Warden said keys to be placed
Note!
Old Bee Bldg. was the Bee Newspaper at 17th and Farnam
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in the hands of the Grand Knight, Financial Secty, and Recorder.
On motion the entertainment committee was instructed to make arrangements for a dinner and dance to be given under the auspices of this council for the members and their lady friends and relatives on the night of Oct. 14th.
On motion a committee of five was appointed to take suitable action in regard to the departure of the Rev. Chaplain Fr. D. W. Moriarty , the committee comprising of Bros. M.P. McDivitt, Jno. E. O’Hern, W.G. Shannahan, Rev. J.W. Stenson and P.G.H. Boland.
Fin. Sect’s. Rects. Since Aug 19th $48.00
Council closed informally.
J.S. Monaghan
Recorder
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October 7th, 1903
Council met in regular session a majority of chair officers being present. Bills were read and referred to the Board of Trustees as follows: Recorder 5.00, Fin Secty $6.00, Treasurer 2.50. Communications were received and placed on file from Author Mullen of Charles Carroll of Carrollton Council, O’Neill Neb. with reference to the initiation funds alleged to have been paid to their council by Jno. Sauders of Platte Creek, Neb., initiation not having been conferred on account of want of jurisdiction. Rev. M. F. Stravens of Boone, Iowa inviting members to ceremonies of institution of a council at that place on Oct. 18th. C.B. Hayes Dist. Deputy of Kansas City extended invitation to Discovery Day hall there on Oct. 12th. On motion Recorder was instructed to acknowledge receipt of these communications and to make suitable replies.
Request for transfer to Dallas Texas Council was received from M. Murphy, late of this council. On motion Financial Secty. was instructed to issue the transfer as requested.
Committee on hall reported propositions from Royal ?Arcanum? Hall and the Hall in Bee Building, the committee favoring the former. Some objectionable features were suggested
Note!
Discovery Day would later be known as Columbus Day.
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however, in regard to Royal Areanum Hall and the matter was referred back to committee.
The committee on entertainment reported that they were unable to secure the Millard Hotel or Metropolitan Club rooms for October 14th.
On motion the committee was instructed to secure the later at the earliest convenient date for a dinner and informal dance. On request of the chairman of the committee the names of Bros. Nolan, Bourke, and E.C. Ryan were added to the committee. On motion committee was authorized to draw on Council funds to the amount of $25.oo to defra