The Royal Order of Jesters is a male fraternal organization,
allowing only Shriners in good standing to join. Admission is by invitation
only.
The original meeting resulting in the formation was held on
February 20, 1911, by Shriners in the Captain’s office of the S.S. Wilhelmina
on a pilgrimage to Aloha Temple, Hawaii. Noble A.M. Ellison of San Francisco, California,
was responsible and the original cast included a Director and thirteen members.
It was organized June 25, 1917, at an informal meeting.
"Whereas most Masonic bodies are dedicated to charity,
The Royal Order of Jesters is a fun "degree," with absolutely no
serious intent. The motto, "Mirth is King,” is sufficient to give voice to
the purpose of the organization. The Royal Order of Jesters feel that there are
times, after our hard work and dedication to family and mankind, when everyone
should remember to laugh and appreciate the good work one has done." The
icon of the Order is the Billiken.
The order is very anti-publicity. For example, a website
made by one of its members was removed after intervention of the National Court
of the Order. The primary reason behind this was the desire of the Board to
minimize the public exposure or public access to Jester information.
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