The Founder |
| We know why and where the Grotto-Mystic Order of Veiled Prophets of the
Enchanted Realm of North America, was actually founded. The chief moving spirit in the founding of this organization was, LeRoy Fairchild. In the summer of 1889 a group of Master Masons, members of Hamilton Lodge #120 at Hamilton, New York, met to organize and hold informal meetings. Upon entering with song and laughter, they and their successors have found a rich heritage. The idea of the Order proved to be attractive and many distinguished Masons joined. The Order could no longer be confined to any one locality and in response to the imperative requests other groups were formed. On June 13, 1890 the Fairchild Committee duly established and formed the Supreme Council, Mystic Order of Veiled Prophets of the Enchanted Realm. Fairchild believed with all his heart that the beneficial influence of Masonry would be far greater if, along with the inculcation of cultivation of a greater spirit of cheerfulness and Good Fellowship amongst the members, than was possible in the Blue Lodge setting. The ritual is original and unique. It is mysterious, startling and spectacular with the Persian atmosphere. While pervaded with a spirit of wholesome fun, it teaches a serious lesson which lingers with the initiate, instilling in him a Good Fellowship which is something devoutly to be desired. That the Grotto occupies a legitimate place and is doing a wonderful work cannot be denied. It extends the hand of Good Fellowship to all Master Masons, having a smile for all and a frown for none. |