Odd fellows and Foresters were two ‘Friendly Societies’ workers could save with. By joining a Friendly Society, workers could protect themselves and their families against financial ruin and destitution brought about by illness, injury or death. The government initially declared Friendly Societies to be illegal organisations. They went ‘underground’ but continued to grow and offer the provision ...
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With more than a nod to the Women’s Suffrage movement in the UK, Female Branches (Lodges) were introduced to the Friendly Societies in 1893 as this 1912 poster reveals. P.P.G.M. stands for ‘Past Provincial Grand Master’ which was the post Edward Evenden held until he stood down to take the position of Secretary which would ...
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