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James A. Iles, II, born on December 18, 1967, to James A. and Christine C. Iles, has built a life defined by service, leadership, and dedication to both family and community. From his earliest days as a Scout to his ongoing involvement in civic and fraternal organizations, James has consistently demonstrated a commitment to living with integrity and purpose.
These news articles are from the local newspapers report on the fire that engoulfed and destroyed our Lodge on march 16, 1961
The Freemasons. An organization that interested me from a young age. Not because of the false hype and rhetoric, but because of its ties to brotherhood, it’s teachings of a bond that can never be broken, and even more so, a common morality that every man should hold dear that will guide him in his endeavors throughout his life. At the end of November 2020, I would begin to experience what the world of Freemasonry means to a Brother in distress.
Saturday, December 15, 1957 - On Saturday, December 15, 1956, the officers and guests of Porter Lodge No. 137 gathered to perform and whiteness the 105 Installation Ceremony. Here is the Program of that evening.
Sunday, November 24, 1963 - Post Tribune: PORTER LODGE 137, F & AM, moved to new quarters in Valparaiso on Saturday, Nov. 16, thus opening still another chapter in a fraternal history which predates the American Civil War.
It was in May of 1842-nineteen years before the Civil War when six Masons gathered at the rural Valparaiso home of Adam S. Campbell lor Porter County's first recorded Masonic Order meeting.
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