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$500 for Rutherglen Historical Society

By Adrienne Hartnett

Apr 20, 2023

Pictured at the cheque presentation last month is Robyn Pfeiffer (RHS treasurer), Judy Harrison (RHS ass. Treasurer), Andrew Claessens (RHS vice president), Aland Ward (Master of the Lodge) and Bill Black (secretary of the Lodge).

In a generous move to support local history, the Rutherglen Masonic Lodge has donated a cheque of $500 to the Rutherglen Historical Society (RHS).

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The money will be used to put the old Rutherglen police cells located behind the Common School Museum on footings.

“We are incredibly grateful to the Rutherglen Masonic Lodge for their generous donation,” RHS vice president Andrew Claessens said.

“The police cells are an important part of our town's history, and we want to ensure that they are preserved for future generations to enjoy and learn from. Putting them on footings is an essential step in this process.

“The museum acquired the cells a couple of years ago. Once we have finished restoring them, and put them in their final place, they will be a great addition to the museum.”

Rutherglen Masonic Lodge secretary Bill Black said the Lodge is always happy to support worthwhile causes.

“We are proud to support the Rutherglen Historical Society and the important work they are doing to preserve our town's history,” Mr Black said.

“The police cells are an important part of that history, and we are pleased to have played a role in their preservation.”