Envelope

Name/Title

Envelope

Entry/Object ID

2026.1.20

Scope and Content

An empty pink envelope addressed to Mr. E.J. Eckel of St. Joseph, Missouri On the front of the envelope is the handwritten message: "Proposition for Masonic Cathedral Mill Work" The "Masonic Cathedral" likely refers to the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite, also known as the Scottish Rite Temple. The envelope has a trademark and printed message: "Return in 5 Days to H. Ehrlich and Sons"

Context

Edmond Jacques Eckel was one of the most prolific architects in the city of St. Joseph’s history. He was part of several architectural firms and designed some of the city’s most iconic buildings. H. Ehrlich and Sons was a local business.

Collection

St. Joseph Architecture

Parts

Count

1

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Relationships

Related Person or Organization

Person or Organization

E. J. Eckel, Architect, Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, SCOTTISH RITE OF FREEMASONRY, H. Ehrlich & Sons

Related Places

Place

City

St. Joseph

State/Province

Missouri