Buffalo Skull
2011
Maybe They are Still Out to Get Me, Quantum Thought #106
I’ve said before, I’m not a conspiracy theory buff, but I do like collecting “secret” society facts. Previously I documented a few of my favorites: The Knights Templar, The Bilderbergs, The Council on Foreign Relations, The Freemasons, Opus Dei, The Illuminati and The Order of Skull and Bones. While there are many other real ones I could mention, I thought you might be interested in three of my favorite fictional ones:
International Order of Friendly Sons of the Raccoons
Also known as the International Order of Loyal Raccoons, or at times, the Royal Order of Raccoons, this fraternal organization first came to into the public eye in 1952 but was actually founded by Toots Mondello and Herman Hildebrand in 1907. While it attracted a working class following of Bus Drivers and Sewer workers with its philosophy: “We’re brothers under the pelt”, they pursued a variety of charitable works. Perhaps they can be best understood through their Alma Mater song:
“From the hallowed streets of Greenpernt,
To the shores of Sheepshead Bay,
From the Verrazano Narrows,
To Canarsie across the way…
We have come together, one and all,
In fellowship to commune,
And to glorify the Grand Exalted
Brotherhood of Raccoons. [Howl]“
Loyal Order of Water Buffaloes
Originally called the Loyal Order of Dinosaurs this oldest of all secret societies has had many of its elements coopted by more modern societies. Some of the more notable examples include:
Knights Templar of America adopted their headgear from the Water Buffaloes
The Council on Foreign Relations based its goal of one-world-government on the fact that only one government existed during the Water Buffaloes existence.
The Freemasons current focus on fixing parking tickets is a direct emulation of the Water Buffaloes regular wheel patching events.
The Order of Skull and Bones’ rather drastic treatment of members who attempt to leave can be traced back to the Water Buffaloes use of human sacrifice.
The Stonecutters
As with the Racoons, The Stonecutters philosophy can best be summarized by exposing their song:
“Stonecutter’s song
Who controls the British Crown?
Who keeps the metric system down?
We do. We do.
Who keeps Atlantis off the maps?
Who keeps the Martians under wraps?
We do. We do.
Who holds back the electric car?
Who makes Steve Guttenberg a star?
We do. We do.
Who robs cave fish of their sight?
Who rigs every Oscar night?
We do. We do.”
…And by exposing their initiation ceremony closing proclamation: “the Sacred Order of the Stonecutters has, since ancient times, split the rocks of ignorance that obscures the light of knowledge and truth… now let’s all get drunk and play ping-pong.”
Note: If any of these groups actually exist, please don’t come and get me.
Visit Sam Eaton’s Quantum Thoughts blog for more odd insights into our perception of the world.
About the Author
Sam Eaton is a professional Mentalist, con-artist and entertainer. His show, The Quantum Eye has been in an open run in New York City since August of ’06 and he can be seen in corporate events around the country. For more of his Quantum Thoughts, visit his blog at www.thequantumeye.com/quantumthoughts.
Buffalo Skull
|
|
Buffalo Skull in Photo Mugs Buffalo Skull in Prairie Grass near Medora North Dakota…. |
|
|
Skull of Cape buffalo (Syncerus caffer), Kruger National Park, South Africa, Photo Mugs Skull of Cape buffalo (Syncerus caffer), Kruger National Park, South Africa, Africa…. |
|
|
Small Trivet – Buffalo Skull The trivet selections, large and small, are the newest additions to my laser-engraved product line. The laser-engraving creates a unique chemical reaction with the tiles to permanently burn the image onto the tile, with no residue, and no smearing or fading over time. These trivets have many uses. They are functional as hot plates or coasters, and can also be decorative as wall hangings…. |
|
|
The Great American Western: Buffalo Bill in Tomahawk Territory/Border Phantom/Skull And Crown/Gunman From Bodie $11.39 … |
|
|
Comanche Moon: The Second Chapter in the Lonesome Dove Saga $6.49 Adapted from the novel linking Larry McMurtry’s “Lonesome Dove” to “Dead Man’s Walk,” this miniseries follows Texas Rangers McCrae (Steve Zahn) and Call (Karl Urban) as they return home from a mission to capture a Comanche horse thief, only to discover their love lives in disarray. Reeling from these personal travails, the men are then asked to rescue their kidnapped captain. Elizabeth Banks, Val … |
|
|
Road Trips: Vol. 2, No. 4 – Cal Expo ’93 $39.89 From the rare “Samson” opener and the unusually long and jammed out “Playing in the Band” from the May 26th show, to the bone-rattling “Shakedown Street” on the 27th, these shows are exciting and action-packed. The two-disc set offers 19 solid tracks from these justifiably famous performances, spanning the Dead’s repertoire from the ’60s (“The Same Thing”) to the ’90s (“Liberty”). All selections a… |
|
|
Road Trips: Vol. 3, No. 2 – Austin 11/15/71 $36.98 By the time the Dead returned to Municipal Auditorium on November 15, 1971, they had resoundingly affirmed their interest in Americana by putting out the twin masterpieces Workingman’s Dead and American Beauty (as well as the live “Skull & Roses”), but the band still had a few surprises up their sleeves, including a great young piano player, Keith Godchaux, and a cornucopia of fine new songs. The … |
|
|
Road Trips: Vol. 2, No. 3 – Wall of Sound (2 CD) $30.98 Celebrating the 35th anniversary of the spectacular Wall of Sound, we invite you on a sonic excursion into back-to-back shows from June of ’74. Propelled by the heart-thumping power of the Wall, these shows capture the band during a period of heightened intensity and brilliant musicianship. Disc one finds the Wall of Sound towering over the State Fairgrounds in Des Moines, Iowa for a Thursday, Jun… |
|
|
Sierra Lifestyles 681183, Knob, Buffalo Skull – Black, Western Sierra Lifestyles 681183, Knob, Buffalo Skull – Black. Western Collection… |
|
|
Sierra Lifestyles 681182, Knob, Buffalo Skull – Antique Brass, Sierra Lifestyles 681182, Knob, Buffalo Skull – Antique Brass. Western Collection… |
Comment