Photographic postcard of Daniel Hendricks in Masonic regalia

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Black and white photographic postcard of Daniel Hendricks wearing Masonic apron and collar. He stands facing the camera, wearing a three piece suit, tie, and hat. Around his neck is a wide Masonic collar, decorated with five stars on a light colored background. The collar is oval shaped and edged with thick fringe. Around his waist is a Masonic apron, a square of light colored cloth decorated with fringe, edging, and Masonic symbols. At the top of the apron is a single almond shaped eye. Below is the Square and Compasses. In the background is a painted backdrop of a column on plinth, a brick walkway, and some foliage. On the back is a postcard format. At top are the words "POST CARD." Underneath are two sections, one headed "Correspondence” and the other "Address.

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