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Masonic Temple (old) - Construction photos

The Masonic Temple under construction on May 4, 1895

Work on the Masonic Temple on Feb. 19, 1895

Work progress on the Masonic Temple on March 20, 1895.

Lumber prepares to be hoisted up

The steelwork is in place for the Masonic's auditorium on May 23, 1895.

A man poses among the steelwork for the Masonic's auditorium on May 23, 1895.

A look at the inside of the Masonic Temple during construction on May 23, 1895.

Steel rises for the Masonic Temple in this undated photo.