The Masonic organization of Knights Templar in Northern Nevada was founded in Virginia City in the late 1800's.
Gold and silver mined in the Comstock was sent to France to be woven into fringe to be put on uniforms. This look was destroyed during one of the world wars never to be used again.
Today, the bulk of the organization split into lodges in Carson City, Reno and Virginia City.
Article complements of Sandra Hudgens
St. Paul the Prospector
87 F Street, Virginia City, Nevada 89440, United States
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