Charles J. O'Neill, Junior Grand
Steward, 1911
The subject
of this sketch, whose election filled out the roster of Grand
officers for the Centennial year, was born in Washington,
District of Columbia, June 15. 1869, and has resided therein
during his entire life.
His early education was acquired in
the local public schools. In 1893 he was graduated from the
Lehigh University with the degree of Electrical Engineer and in
1903 from the National University Law School, of this city, with
the degree of LL. B.
He is at present in enjoyment of a
lucrative practice as attorney-at-law and counselor in patent
causes.
He is a member of the University Club
of Washington. Brother O'Neill brings to his career as an
officer of the Grand Lodge equipment of the highest order. His
analytical mind united with his ability as a clear and
convincing reasoner has for a number of years given him unusual
weight in the counsels of the Fraternity, while his demonstrated
executive ability, cultivated intellect, and dignified yet
affable demeanor give assurance that his administration of the
offices which in the natural order of things lie before him will
be eminently successful. He was initiated in Acacia Lodge, No.
18, June 26, 1894; passed, July 24, 1894, and raised August 28,
1894; served as Worshipful Master for the Masonic year of 1896,
and as Secretary 1898-1902. He was exalted in Washington Naval
R. A. Chapter, No. 6, October 23, 1894; was knighted in Columbia
Commandery, No. 2, K T., May 3, 1895, and dimitted therefrom to
become a charter member of Orient Commandery, No. 5, October 19,
1895.
He became a member of Martha Chapter,
No. 4 O. E. S., March 18, 1898; served as Patron thereof for
1899, and as Grand Patron of the Grand Chapter, O. E. S., D. C,
for 1902. He was elected Junior Grand Steward December 27, 1910.
AHGP
District of Columbia
Source: History of the Grand Lodge and
Freemasonry in the District of Columbia, compiled by W. Brother
Kenton N. Harper, 1911.
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