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George Cardinal LeGros was a [[Point Loma Theosophical Society]] member and astrologer who was widely known in Theosophical circles for his writings, magazines, and correspondence courses. He was the editor of the periodial [[Messiah (periodical)|''Messiah'']], and served as the Astrology editor of ''FATE'' magazine for some years. He never lived at Point Loma, but was a frequent contributor to periodicals published there.<ref> Alan E. Donant, "Colonel Arthur L. Conger," Theosophical University Press Onine Edition. [http://www.theosociety.org/pasadena/conger/alconger.htm#t61]</ref> | George Cardinal LeGros was a [[Point Loma Theosophical Society]] member and astrologer who was widely known in Theosophical circles for his writings, magazines, and correspondence courses. He was the editor of the periodial [[Messiah (periodical)|''Messiah'']], and served as the Astrology editor of ''FATE'' magazine for some years. He never lived at Point Loma, but was a frequent contributor to periodicals published there.<ref> Alan E. Donant, "Colonel Arthur L. Conger," Theosophical University Press Onine Edition. [http://www.theosociety.org/pasadena/conger/alconger.htm#t61]</ref> | ||
He was born December 24, 1905 in Vincennes, Indiana, and died on February 15, 1988 in Weaubleau, Missouri. | He was born December 24, 1905 in Vincennes, Indiana, and died on February 15, 1988 in Weaubleau, Missouri. During 1950-1951 and 1961-1964, he was a member of the [[Theosophical Society in America]].<ref>Membership records. Microfilm reel #4 of blue series. Theosophical Society in America Archives.</ref> | ||
== Writings == | == Writings == | ||
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The April-May issue of ''Messiah'' records the death of its founder Editor-Publisher, George Cardinal LeGros on February 15, 1988. He was in his 83rd year. Cardinal worked unstintingly for Theosophy for over half a century. His name appears in ''The Canadian Theosophist'' as early as the 1930s, when he participated in the various international/inter-organizational conferences held in that period. In 1959 he started his own independent journal, ''The Theosophical Reminder.'' This ran for 60 issues until publication ceased in June, 1964.The first number of ''Messiah'' appeared in March, 1974. As well as these publishing activities, Theosophical correspondence courses were also offered. This activity, and Messiah, are being carried on by his associate Marcheta Henry, to whom we send best wishes for the continued success of Cardinal's work. ''Messiah'' is published from Box 5, Weaubleau, Missouri, 65774 U.S.A.<ref>"G. C. LeGros Obituary," ''The Canadian Theosophist'' (May-June, 1988). Available online at Scribd.com.[http://www.scribd.com/Jake%20J./d/33878003-Theosophical-Articles-and-Verse-George-Cardinal-LeGros]</ref> | The April-May issue of ''Messiah'' records the death of its founder Editor-Publisher, George Cardinal LeGros on February 15, 1988. He was in his 83rd year. Cardinal worked unstintingly for Theosophy for over half a century. His name appears in ''The Canadian Theosophist'' as early as the 1930s, when he participated in the various international/inter-organizational conferences held in that period. In 1959 he started his own independent journal, ''The Theosophical Reminder.'' This ran for 60 issues until publication ceased in June, 1964.The first number of ''Messiah'' appeared in March, 1974. As well as these publishing activities, Theosophical correspondence courses were also offered. This activity, and Messiah, are being carried on by his associate Marcheta Henry, to whom we send best wishes for the continued success of Cardinal's work. ''Messiah'' is published from Box 5, Weaubleau, Missouri, 65774 U.S.A.<ref>"G. C. LeGros Obituary," ''The Canadian Theosophist'' (May-June, 1988). Available online at Scribd.com.[http://www.scribd.com/Jake%20J./d/33878003-Theosophical-Articles-and-Verse-George-Cardinal-LeGros]</ref> | ||
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== Additional resources == | == Additional resources == | ||
* "Theosophical Articles and Verse - George Cardinal LeGros," on Scribd.com. [http://www.scribd.com/Jake%20J./d/33878003-Theosophical-Articles-and-Verse-George-Cardinal-LeGros] | * "Theosophical Articles and Verse - George Cardinal LeGros," on Scribd.com. [http://www.scribd.com/Jake%20J./d/33878003-Theosophical-Articles-and-Verse-George-Cardinal-LeGros] | ||
* Natal horoscope is available at [http://www.astrotheme.com/astrology/George_Cardinal_Legros Astrotheme] and [http://www.astro.com/astro-databank/Legros,_George_Cardinal Astro-Databank]. | * Natal horoscope is available at [http://www.astrotheme.com/astrology/George_Cardinal_Legros Astrotheme] and [http://www.astro.com/astro-databank/Legros,_George_Cardinal Astro-Databank]. | ||
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Revision as of 21:47, 17 December 2013
George Cardinal LeGros was a Point Loma Theosophical Society member and astrologer who was widely known in Theosophical circles for his writings, magazines, and correspondence courses. He was the editor of the periodial Messiah, and served as the Astrology editor of FATE magazine for some years. He never lived at Point Loma, but was a frequent contributor to periodicals published there.[1]
He was born December 24, 1905 in Vincennes, Indiana, and died on February 15, 1988 in Weaubleau, Missouri. During 1950-1951 and 1961-1964, he was a member of the Theosophical Society in America.[2]
Writings
- The Mystic Testament. 1961. Poetry. Illustrated by Elaine Manzi LeGros.
- Together in Splendor. Ande Herald Press, 1974. Poetry. Written with Elaine Manzi LeGros.
Obituaries
An obituary about G. C. LeGros appeared in The Canadian Theosophist:
The April-May issue of Messiah records the death of its founder Editor-Publisher, George Cardinal LeGros on February 15, 1988. He was in his 83rd year. Cardinal worked unstintingly for Theosophy for over half a century. His name appears in The Canadian Theosophist as early as the 1930s, when he participated in the various international/inter-organizational conferences held in that period. In 1959 he started his own independent journal, The Theosophical Reminder. This ran for 60 issues until publication ceased in June, 1964.The first number of Messiah appeared in March, 1974. As well as these publishing activities, Theosophical correspondence courses were also offered. This activity, and Messiah, are being carried on by his associate Marcheta Henry, to whom we send best wishes for the continued success of Cardinal's work. Messiah is published from Box 5, Weaubleau, Missouri, 65774 U.S.A.[3]
Additional resources
- "Theosophical Articles and Verse - George Cardinal LeGros," on Scribd.com. [3]
- Natal horoscope is available at Astrotheme and Astro-Databank.