In November, 1921, the Lassen Lodge No.149, F.&A.M. found themselves once again homeless due to fire. In 1917, the Mason’s acquired the Native Sons of the Golden West two-story wooden hall adjacent to the City Fire Hall on the corner of Lassen & Nevada Streets. It was those two structures that were destroyed in the November blaze. Finances hindered the Masons, but it did not stop plans for a replacement.
On July 19, 1924, the Mason’s entered into a contract with T.J. Rees of Fallon, Nevada to construct a new lodge. The two-story native stone building carried a price tag of $35,000. It was agreed to have the building completed by January 1, 1925. However, that did not quite happen, and it was not until June 12, 1925 when the Masonic Temple was dedicated.
There are two interesting side-line notes. The Masonic Temple was the last major native stone building constructed in Susanville. When Rees completed the building, he found himself a new job constructing the Hotel Mt. Lassen.
Outstanding! Never seen a picture of the Masonic Hall under construction. Thank you for sharing and thank Uncle Boyd, whoever you were.