Fraternal Organizations

Published in 1848, a year after Henry W. Schweigert's birth, this book explains the principles of the organization and commonly asked questions about the Odd Fellows are the time of publication.

A page from the Schweigert Family Photo Album of two unidentified men, posiibly Henry's two brothers, Daniel and Franklin, wearing Junior Order of United American Machinists (J.O.U.A.M.) apparel.

This 1909 book explains the principles, rituals and history of the Junior Order of United American Machinishts, one of the organizations in which Henry W. Schweigert was a member.

Henry W. Schweigert was a member of both the Independent Order of Odd Fellows (I.O.O.F.) and the Junior Order of United American Machinists (J.O.U.A.M.) during the late 19th Century. These ogranizations had set rituals and principles, often provided aid to charities and orphanages, and provided their members with life insurance that would pay money to members' families following their death. Schweigert's participation in each ogranization fluctuated over time, with more diary references to attending meetings in his early adulthood years.