Pretty, D. June 16, 2021. Crystal Braye interviewing David Pretty, Dildo

Crystal Braye interviewing David Pretty about the Society of United Fishermen at Lodge #84 in Dildo. David talks about SUF Lodge in Dildo; community involvement; background of SUF organization; membership and degrees; symbolism; decline of membership; current activities; meeting procedure; executive...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Braye, Crystal
Other Authors: Pretty, David, David Wesley Pretty was born in Dildo in 1960. His father Wesley was also born in Dildo and his mother Gladys (nee Worthman) was born in Heart's Delight. His maternal grandparents were Wilfred Worthman and Alice Worthman (nee Babb from Carbonear) and his parternal grandparents were Herbert Pretty and Mary Pretty (nee Reid). David has been a member of the Society of Fishermen Lodge #84 since 2015.
Format: Audio
Language:English
Published: 2021
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Online Access:http://collections.mun.ca/cdm/ref/collection/boatmuseum/id/407
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Summary:Crystal Braye interviewing David Pretty about the Society of United Fishermen at Lodge #84 in Dildo. David talks about SUF Lodge in Dildo; community involvement; background of SUF organization; membership and degrees; symbolism; decline of membership; current activities; meeting procedure; executive positions in Lodge; breaking of the gaff ceremony; degree levels; responsibilities of different positions; Grand Lodge affiliation; community use of Lodge building; Ladies Council; decision to become a member; number of members; operation; use of Lodge building; religious affiliation of members; ceremonies.