Modern Brotherhood of America M.B.A. F.L.P. W&H Whitehead Hoag Pin Button 1890s

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Modern Brotherhood of America M.B.A. F.L.P. W&H  Whitehead Hoag Newark NJ Pin Button 1890s.  The letters stand for "Modern Brotherhood of America, Fraternal Beneficiary Society," which was a society organized and incorporated in the state of Iowa during the 1890s. it offered a "duofold  protection" plan which covered life insurance and provided a modest savings plan for old age. The MBA's headquarters were in Tipton, IA and Mason City, IA until its merger with the Independent Order of Foresters.
Illustration shows two hands shaking.  Black background and gold text.  Drawing of leaves on left, white and gold book below, cornucopia on right.
Pin measures approx. 3/4" in diameter and has post type back which is stationary, not screwable; it is bent.  Please see all the photos.
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