Download or read book Sesquicentennial History Scottish Rite Bodies of the Valley of Rochester, NY, AASR written by John E. Zabel and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2017-03-16 with total page 93 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Freemasonry has enjoyed successes and endured challenges for more than 200 years in the area of Rochester, New York. The Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry arrived in the Rochester area soon after the Civil War. Instituted in 1867, this sesquicentennial history of the Valley of Rochester, Northern Masonic Jurisdiction, Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, tells the story of its triumphs and tribulations. The Valley of Rochester, through its programs and degree work, continues to follow the Supreme Council principles of "inspirations, convenience and enjoyment"--Back cover.