Thought I would post this incident which took place after the Battle of South Mountain in September 1862.

When the men reached the city wharf, Captain Belcher said to Captain Williams, “I am going to see if there is a good Mason in this immense crowd.” He made the sign and was recognized by a Yankee Colonel, who pushed his way through the crowd until he reached Captain Belcher. “I see you are a Mason, what can I do for you?” he asked. Captain Belcher told him that he had nothing and did not know where he was going. The Colonel told him that he belonged to General Bank’s staff, who commanded that department, and “you are on your way to Fort Delaware.” He said he would send some clothing by the next boat. The Colonel kept his promise and sent some nice blankets as well. The men left that evening on a steamer and reached Fort Delaware about noon the next day.