They advertise on the radio around here (Massachusetts). I think they’re hurting for members like other social/ business groups. People don’t feel the need to join social groups anymore, from Masons to Knights of Columbus to the VFW, etc. the groups are graying and losing influence. I’m retired after 24 years in the army. I have no interest in joining the VFW or any other veterans group. I have a couple friends that are Masons. They’re good guys. They asked me about joining up, but I’m just not interested. I have my family, friends and hobbies. I’m content. But more power to anyone else who wants to join these groups. It’s no skin off my back.
Most of the Mason I know are no longer active. I can’t imagine it is that nefarious.
Listen to St. Paul and the Broken bones....
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6vpXX5BjltM
My Grandfather was one in his hometown for many years. They did many good works locally.
The Mason’s, with all due respect to them, is dead as an organization. It’s more about selfish interests than anything that it used to be.