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Source:             Clinton Odd Fellows Cemetery
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Odd Fellows Cemetery in Clinton,hinds County, MS

The Odd Fellow Cemetery in Clinton was dedicated in 1857, but burials date 
back as early as 1830.  It was also at this time the members of the order in 
Clinton erected a lodge.  The following is an excerpt from the “Hinds County 
Gazette” April 29, 1857 recounting the festivities surrounding the dedication 
of the lodge and cemetery.  “The ceremonies closed at the church, the 
procession was again formed, and proceeded a short distance from the village 
(Clinton), to the grounds set apart for the “Odd Fellows’ Rest”.  Arrived at 
the spot, the fraternity with measured tread, and with solemn strains from the 
Band, encircled the enclosure;  Then, in the stillness of that forest “Rest”, 
proceeded the beautifully appropriate ceremonies of consecration, conducted by 
Judge Shackleford and Rev. C. Partish and their worth Assistants, in 
conformity with the ancient usages of the Order, and in the presence of 
citizens, Ladies and gentlemen, Proclamation having been made that this spot 
was consecrated forever, as a burying-ground for Odd Fellows and their 
Friends…”



Additional Comments:

Location:
East College and Fairmont St. 
Clinton, Hinds County, MS
Near Cedar Grove Cemetery 


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