Clarence P. Cowles was born in Albany, Vermont on August 30th, 1875, and continued to practice law in Burlington until his death in 1963. The collection contains correspondence, writings of C.P. Cowles, newspaper clippings, scrapbooks and memorabilia.

Collection includes correspondence, drafts of speeches, records and record books, printed material, newspaper clippings, photos, and memorabilia largely relating to social events and historical celebrations sponsored by the commandery or other similar groups, including the Lake Champlain Tercentennial Celebration of 1909. Includes materials from other chapters of the order.