This order was organized March 17, 1881, and meets weekly. It is open to all, and has a large membership of men, women, and children. Its object is to lift the fallen of both sexes and to reform drunkard. The entertainments are pleasant and inviting. John F. McSwain, President; James Leonard, Secretary.

History of Merced County, California
Elliott & Moore, Publishers
San Francisco, Cal.
1881
Page 104
Transcribed by Julie Appletoft 6/10/2008

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