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Antique 1924 Royal Neighbors of America Funeral and Memorial Ritual Booklet
An interesting piece of early 20th-century American funeral, burial, and fraternal society history.
This original-looking ritual booklet was issued by the Royal Neighbors of America, a historic fraternal benefit society.
Details:
- Title: Funeral and Memorial Ritual
- Organization: Royal Neighbors of America
- Revision authorized by the 1921 Supreme Camp
- Effective date: June 1, 1924
- Original black textured flexible cover with decorative lettering
Contents include:
- Funeral and memorial ceremonies
- Graveside burial services
- Funeral and memorial hymns
- Ceremonial instructions for officers and members
- Funeral procession and formation diagrams
- Memorial camp floor arrangements
- Traditional prayers and rituals
A fascinating historical reference documenting the elaborate funeral customs and ceremonial traditions of an American fraternal organization during the 1920s.
Condition: Antique pre-owned condition with visible cover wear, minor discoloration, and age-related wear to the pages. Please examine photographs carefully for overall condition.
An excellent addition to a collection of antique funeral memorabilia, mortuary history, fraternal organizations, burial customs, or unusual historical ephemera.
