Ebenezer Wood
Ebenezer Wood (1792-1870) - Fourteenth Master of Corinthian Lodge[edit]
Overview[edit]
Brother Ebenezer Wood, born May 31, 1792, in Lunenburg, Worcester County, Massachusetts, served as the fourteenth Master of Corinthian Lodge in 1826. His term as Master, from March to October, followed the appointment of Brother William Whiting as District Deputy Grand Master. Wood was a versatile craftsman whose career spanned various trades across New England.
Early Masonic Career[edit]
Initiated into Corinthian Lodge on June 7, 1819, Wood advanced to serve as Senior Warden in 1824 and 1826 before stepping into the role of Master. His promotion to Master was necessitated by Brother Whiting's new role as District Deputy Grand Master, allowing Wood to continue the Lodge’s operations smoothly during this transition.
Professional Life and Craftsmanship[edit]
Wood arrived in Concord in 1807 to apprentice as a cabinet maker with William Heywood. Over his career, he took on a range of trades, manufacturing table hinges for David Hubbard, bellows-pipes for Lemuel Curtis, and time-piece cases for Nathaniel Monroe. He also worked in pencil manufacturing for over thirty years with William Monroe and later with his son, Brother Francis Monroe. Additionally, Wood partnered for three years with Brother James Adams in the cabinet-making business, demonstrating his dedication to craftsmanship and enterprise.
Military and Civic Involvement[edit]
In 1814, Wood joined the Concord Light Infantry Company and marched with the company to Dorchester Heights in defense of the state during the War of 1812, an event shared by other notable Concord Masons, including Brother John Brown.
Later Life and Legacy[edit]
Wood resided primarily in the northern part of Acton in his later years, where he focused on farming. His legacy in Corinthian Lodge reflects his adaptability, steady leadership, and commitment to both his craft and community.